English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples
CEFR Level
a group of people officially delegated to perform a function or make decisions
"The school formed a committee to organize the annual event."
to share or exchange information, ideas, or feelings
"They used gestures to communicate across the noisy room."
the act or process of sharing information, ideas, or feelings
"Good communication is essential for a strong relationship."
Organized activities involving local groups to promote environmental conservation.
"Community programs raise awareness about butterfly conservation."
a person or animal you spend time with or travel with
"He was my companion during the long journey."
The act or process of examining the similarities and differences between things.
"A comparison of the two reports shows several inconsistencies."
to try to win or be more successful than others in a contest or activity
"Several companies compete for dominance in the market."
relating to or characterized by competition; having a strong desire to win or be more successful
"She has a competitive spirit that drives her to excel."
a person, team, or company that competes with others
"The company lowered its prices to beat its main competitor."
a statement that something is wrong or not satisfactory
"The manager received a complaint from a customer about poor service."
Consisting of many different and connected parts; not easy to understand or analyze.
"The human brain is an incredibly complex organ."
consisting of many interconnected parts; difficult to understand
"The instructions for the machine are too complicated to follow."
a polite expression of praise or admiration; to politely praise someone
"She complimented him on his excellent presentation."
a person who writes music, especially classical music
"The composer is working on a new symphony."
the act of creating a piece of writing, music, or art; the way parts are arranged
"Her composition won first prize in the contest."
to focus all one's attention or mental effort on a particular object or activity
"She tried to concentrate on her studies despite the noise."
the act of focusing one's attention or mental effort on something
"Good concentration is essential for success in exams."
an abstract idea or a general notion
"The concept of freedom is valued by all societies."
To bring something to an end or to reach a decision after consideration.
"The meeting concluded after two hours of discussion."
The end or finish of an event, process, or text; a judgment reached after consideration.
"The research paper ends with a strong conclusion."
to organize or carry out; or a person's behavior
"The teacher conducted the exam fairly."
A formal meeting for discussion, especially about a particular subject.
"She is attending an international business conference."
The feeling or belief that one can rely on someone or something; firm trust or self-assurance.
"She spoke with great confidence during the meeting."
feeling or showing certainty about something; having self-assurance
"She was confident about her ability to succeed."
to establish the truth, accuracy, or validity of something
"The hotel will confirm your reservation by email."
the action of confirming something or the state of being confirmed
"She received a confirmation email for her appointment."
A serious disagreement or argument, often a prolonged one.
"The two countries are trying to resolve the conflict through negotiations."
a state of being bewildered or unclear in one’s mind
"The sudden change in schedule caused a lot of confusion."
to praise someone for an achievement or for a special occasion
"I want to congratulate you on your promotion."
an expression of praise or joy for someone’s achievement or good fortune
"She sent a congratulation to her friend on winning the award."
a result or effect of an action or condition
"She failed the exam as a consequence of not studying."
Results or effects of an action or condition.
"The consequences of ignoring safety protocols can be severe."
the protection and preservation of natural resources and the environment
"Conservation of forests is essential to prevent climate change."
large in amount, size, or importance
"The project required a considerable amount of time and money."
careful thought or attention to something before making a decision
"After much consideration, she accepted the job offer."
to be made up or composed of certain parts or elements
"The committee consists of five members."
acting or done in the same way over time; reliable or uniform
"He is very consistent in his work."
happening all the time or staying the same without change
"She lived in constant fear of losing her job."
continuously over a period of time; always
"He is constantly improving his skills."
The process of building something, typically large structures such as houses, roads, or bridges.
"The construction of the new bridge will take two years."
To seek advice or information from someone with expertise.
"You should consult a doctor before starting the treatment."
A professional who provides expert advice in a particular area.
"The company hired a consultant to improve its marketing strategy."
To use up, eat, drink, or take in.
"People consume a large amount of information daily."
A person who buys and uses goods and services.
"The company focuses on understanding consumer needs."
Use up (a resource); eat, drink, or ingest (food or drink).
"An individual consumes around 20 kg of plastic annually."
An object, usually a box or bottle, that is used to hold or store things.
"The water was stored in a large container."
in a state of satisfaction; pleased
"He felt content after finishing his work."
the circumstances or background relevant to an event, statement, or idea
"To understand the quote, you need to know the context in which it was said."
one of the large landmasses on Earth such as Asia, Africa, or Europe
"Asia is the largest continent in the world."