Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

Sabotage definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/ˈsæbətɑːʒ/

To deliberately destroy, damage, or obstruct something, especially for political or military advantage.

"The rebels tried to sabotage the railway lines."

sack definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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sack

noun B2
/sæk/

a large bag made of strong material for holding things

"He carried a sack of rice on his shoulder."

Sacred definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈseɪkrɪd/

connected with God or a religion and considered holy or deserving respect

"The temple is a sacred place for the community."

sacrifice definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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sacrifice

noun, verb B2
/ˈsækrɪfaɪs/

To give up something valuable for the sake of others or a higher purpose.

"Parents often sacrifice their own comfort for their children."

noun/verb B2
/ˈsæd.əl/

A seat fastened on the back of a horse for riding; to burden someone with a responsibility.

"He saddled the horse before going for a ride."

Safeguard definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Safeguard

noun/verb B2
/ˈseɪf.ɡɑːrd/

To protect from harm or damage; a measure taken to ensure safety.

"Laws exist to safeguard the rights of children."

salute definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/səˈluːt/

to greet with respect; to honor

"The soldiers saluted their commanding officer."

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sanctuary

noun B2
/ˈsæŋk.tʃuˌɛr.i/

A place of safety, refuge, or protection; a sacred place.

"The forest is a sanctuary for endangered animals."

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Sandy

adjective B2
/ˈsændi/

covered with sand; containing sand; having the texture of sand

"The sandy beach stretched for miles along the coast."

sanitation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˌsænɪˈteɪʃən/

The systems and practices for maintaining hygiene and public health, especially through clean water and sewage disposal.

"Improving sanitation can reduce the spread of diseases."

noun B2
/ˈsɑːrˌkæzəm/

The use of irony to mock or convey contempt.

"His sarcasm often made people laugh but sometimes offended them."

adjective B2
/sɑːrˈkæstɪk/

Using irony or mockery to convey contempt or humor.

"She made a sarcastic remark about his cooking."

satellite definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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satellite

noun B2
/ˈsætəlaɪt/

An artificial body placed in orbit around the earth or another planet to collect information or for communication.

"The weather satellite provided real-time images of the storm."

noun B2
/ˈsætaɪər/

The use of humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize people's stupidity or vices.

"The play was a brilliant satire on modern politics."

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Savage

adjective B2
/ˈsævɪdʒ/

fierce, violent, or uncontrolled; cruel or brutal

"The storm brought savage winds that tore branches from the trees."

Saxophone definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈsæksəfoʊn/

a wind musical instrument with a curved metal body and a single reed mouthpiece

"The jazz musician played a beautiful solo on his saxophone."

scan definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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scan

verb B2
/skæn/

To look at something carefully or quickly; to digitally copy or capture an image or document.

"She scanned the document before sending it by email."

scandal definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈskændəl/

an event or action that causes public outrage or damage to one's reputation

"The politician's affair became a public scandal."

Scar definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Scar

noun B2
/skɑːr/

a mark left on the skin after a wound has healed; lasting emotional damage

"The accident left a permanent scar on his forehead."

adjective B2
/skɛərs/

insufficient in quantity; hard to find

"Water was scarce during the long drought."

adverb B2
/ˈskeəs.li/

hardly; barely; only just

"I could scarcely believe my eyes."

scarcity definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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scarcity

noun B2
/ˈskɛərsəti/

a situation where something is in short supply

"The scarcity of jobs forced many people to leave the town."

scare definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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scare

verb B2
/skeər/

to frighten someone or make them feel afraid

"The loud noise scared the baby."

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Scarlet

adjective B2
/ˈskɑː.lət/

a bright red color with a slightly orange tinge

"The scarlet roses in the garden looked magnificent in the morning light."

scatter definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/ˈskætər/

to throw or spread things over a wide area in different directions

"The farmer scattered seeds across the field."

Scattered definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Scattered

adjective B2
/ˈskætərd/

Spread irregularly or widely in different directions.

"The toys were scattered all over the floor."

scenario definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/səˈnɛərioʊ/

a possible situation or sequence of events

"The company prepared for the worst-case scenario."

scent definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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scent

noun B2
/sɛnt/

a distinctive smell, especially a pleasant one

"The scent of roses filled the garden."

Sceptical definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈskeptɪkəl/

having doubts; not easily convinced; questioning the truth of something

"Many scientists remain sceptical about the new theory."

Scholar definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈskɒlər/

a person who studies a particular subject or academic field

"The scholar presented a research paper on ancient civilizations."

scholarly definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈskɒl.ə.li/

Having or showing knowledge, learning, or devotion to academic study.

"She wrote a scholarly article on medieval literature."

scholarship definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈskɒlərʃɪp/

an award or grant to support a student's education

"She received a scholarship to study abroad."

scold definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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scold

verb B2
/skoʊld/

to criticize angrily; to rebuke

"The teacher scolded the students for being late."

noun B2
/ˈskuːtər/

a small two-wheeled vehicle powered by an engine or electricity

"She rides a scooter to work every day."

scope definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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scope

noun B2
/skoʊp/

the range of one's perception, understanding, or activity

"The project is beyond the scope of our resources."

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scorn

noun/verb B2
/skɔːrn/

the feeling or expression of contempt or disdain; to treat with contempt

"She looked at him with open scorn."

Scorpion definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈskɔːr.pi.ən/

a small creature with eight legs, two claws, and a curved tail with a poisonous sting

"The scorpion hid under the rock during the day."

scramble definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/ˈskræmbəl/

to move or climb quickly using hands and feet; to mix or arrange in a hurried way

"The kids scrambled up the hill to catch the kite."

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scrap

noun/verb B2
/skræp/

A small piece of something; to discard or get rid of something.

"He used a scrap of paper to jot down the number."

verb B2
/skreɪp/

to remove or damage the surface of something by rubbing or scratching; to collect something by effort

"He scraped his knee while playing football."

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scraps

noun (plural) B2
/skræps/

Small pieces left over from something; also small fights or quarrels.

"The dog ate the scraps from the table."

verb B2
/skriːtʃ/

to make a loud, high-pitched and unpleasant sound

"The car screeched to a halt."

screening definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈskriːnɪŋ/

the act of examining or testing people to detect disease or evaluate suitability; a showing of a movie or program

"The hospital offered free health screening for all employees."

screw definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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screw

noun, verb B2
/skruː/

a metal fastener with a helical ridge; to fasten or tighten something with a screw

"He screwed the shelf to the wall tightly."

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scribble

verb B2
/ˈskrɪbəl/

to write or draw carelessly or quickly

"The child scribbled all over the wall."

script definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/skrɪpt/

The written text of a play, film, or broadcast; handwriting style.

"The actor memorized his lines from the script."

scrolling definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/ˈskroʊlɪŋ/

Moving through content on a screen by sliding up or down.

"Scrolling through feeds wastes a lot of time."

scrub definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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scrub

verb B2
/skrʌb/

To rub hard so as to clean, typically with a brush and water.

"Excessive scrubbing of the eyes is harmful."

scrutiny definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈskruːtɪni/

critical observation or examination

"The project's financial records were under close scrutiny."

Sculptor definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈskʌlp.tər/

an artist who creates sculptures by carving, modeling, or shaping materials

"The sculptor spent months creating a beautiful marble statue."