English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples
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machines collectively, or the parts of a machine; also, the system or process by which something works
"The factory invested in new machinery to increase production."
the state of being mentally ill or acting in a very foolish way
"It would be madness to drive in such dangerous weather."
having the power to attract metal objects or to attract people or things in a strong way
"The magnetic field of the Earth protects us from harmful solar radiation."
extremely beautiful, impressive, or splendid
"The view from the mountain was truly magnificent."
the principal landmass of a country or continent, as opposed to the surrounding islands
"The mainland of Australia is home to most of its population."
the ideas, attitudes, or activities that are regarded as normal or conventional; the dominant trend in opinion or fashion
"Social media has become a mainstream source of news for many people."
The process of keeping something in good condition or working order.
"The building will be closed for routine maintenance."
a tall cereal plant grown for its large yellow grains, also called corn
"Farmers harvested the maize in late autumn."
a serious infectious disease spread by mosquitoes, causing fever, chills, and sweating
"Malaria is a common disease in tropical regions."
a sweet citrus fruit similar to orange, also known as blood orange or sweet orange
"Malta is a popular citrus fruit in Bangladesh known for its sweet taste and high vitamin C content."
A warm-blooded animal with hair or fur, and females produce milk for their young.
"The whale is the largest mammal on Earth."
able to be controlled or dealt with; feasible
"The workload is manageable if we plan properly."
required by law or rules; compulsory
"Wearing seat belts is mandatory in most countries."
to show or display clearly; obvious or evident
"The symptoms of the disease manifest quickly."
to control or influence someone or something cleverly or unfairly
"He tried to manipulate the results in his favor."
the action of controlling or influencing something or someone cleverly or unfairly
"His manipulation of the situation was evident to everyone."
something created or built by humans rather than occurring naturally
"This lake is manmade, not natural."
a large, impressive house
"The billionaire lives in a luxurious mansion overlooking the ocean."
a handbook or guide that provides instructions on how to do or operate something
"You should read the user manual before setting up the device."
by hand; using physical effort rather than machines
"The data was entered manually into the system."
to make something in large quantities using machinery
"The company manufactures high-quality electronics."
A person or company that makes goods in large quantities.
"The manufacturer produces cars for the global market."
the process of making products on a large scale using machinery
"The country is investing heavily in the manufacturing sector."
a long-distance running race, typically 42.195 kilometers (26.2 miles)
"She completed the marathon in under four hours."
a hard, smooth stone used in building and sculpture, often white with colored lines
"The floor of the palace was made of white marble."
The edge or border of something; the amount by which something is won or falls short.
"The company increased its profit margin last year."
Relating to the sea or ocean; connected with ships or seafaring.
"Marine life is threatened by pollution."
clearly noticeable or significant
"There was a marked improvement in her health."
an object used to indicate a position, place, or boundary; a pen with a thick tip used for writing or drawing
"He used a red marker to underline the important points."
An economic system where production and pricing decisions are controlled by individuals and based on supply and demand.
"A market economy allows businesses to compete freely."
a place where goods and services are bought and sold; an open area for trade
"The town's marketplace is crowded every Friday morning."
The fourth planet from the Sun; the Roman god of war
"Scientists are planning a manned mission to Mars in the next decade."
small swift-flying bird that catches insects on the wing
"The martin built its nest under the bridge."
To be filled with wonder or astonishment.
"Tourists marveled at the beauty of the ancient temple."
having qualities traditionally associated with men
"He has a deep, masculine voice."
a work of outstanding artistry, skill, or workmanship
"The Mona Lisa is considered Leonardo da Vinci’s masterpiece."
comprehensive knowledge or skill in a subject or accomplishment
"She has achieved mastery in classical dance."
a piece of fabric material placed on a floor or surface for wiping feet or protection
"She placed a new mat at the entrance of the house."
relating to mathematics or the use of mathematics
"The mathematical equation was difficult to solve."
A large pad used as a bed or part of a bed, typically filled with soft material for sleeping on.
"She bought a new mattress for better sleep comfort."
fully developed or grown, especially emotionally or intellectually
"She has become a mature and confident leader."
The state of being mature; full development physically or emotionally
"With age comes wisdom and emotional maturity."
to increase something as much as possible
"The company aims to maximize its profits this year."
The elected head of a city, town, or municipality.
"The mayor announced a new policy to improve public transport."
A complex network of paths or passages that are difficult to navigate.
"Tourists often get lost in the maze of narrow streets in the old city."
without purpose; having no significance; pointless
"The data became meaningless without proper context."
the period of time between two events; meanwhile
"The train will be late, so in the meantime let's have some tea."
carefully considered and deliberate
"She spoke in a calm, measured tone."
relating to machines or the way they work
"She has a good understanding of mechanical systems."
the branch of physics concerned with the motion of objects and the forces acting on them; also refers to the practical details of how something works
"He studied the mechanics of the machine before fixing it."