Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

belittle definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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belittle

verb C1
/bɪˈlɪtl/

To make someone or something seem less important or less valuable.

"He often belittled his coworkers to feel superior."

belligerent definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/bəˈlɪdʒərənt/

Hostile and aggressive; eager to fight.

"She became belligerent when the waiter got her order wrong."

bemoan definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/bɪˈmoʊn/

To express discontent or sorrow over something.

"Critics bemoaned the lack of diversity in the film."

bemused definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/bɪˈmjuːzd/

confused, puzzled, or lost in thought

"She looked bemused when he asked the strange question."

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bendy

adjective C1
/ˈbɛndi/

Easily curved or flexible.

"The bendy straw made it easier to drink from the cup."

Benefactor definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈbɛnɪˌfæktər/

a person who gives money or help to a cause or individual

"The school received a large donation from an anonymous benefactor."

benevolence definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/bəˈnɛvələns/

the quality of being kind and generous

"Her benevolence toward the poor inspired many others to help."

benevolent definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/bəˈnɛvələnt/

well-meaning and kindly; generous

"The benevolent teacher helped students beyond the classroom."

benign definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/bɪˈnaɪn/

Gentle, kind, or not harmful (especially of a disease or tumor).

"The doctor assured her that the tumor was benign."

bequeath definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/bɪˈkwiːð/

to leave something, especially property or money, to someone in a will

"He bequeathed his entire estate to his children."

berate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/bɪˈreɪt/

to scold or criticize angrily

"The teacher berated the student for being late."

bereave definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/bɪˈriːv/

to deprive someone of a loved one through death

"She was bereaved of her husband last year."

Bereaved definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/bɪˈriːvd/

suffering the loss of a loved one through death

"The bereaved mother wept silently at the funeral."

bereavement definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/bɪˈriːvmənt/

The state of having lost a loved one through death.

"She received many letters of sympathy during her time of bereavement."

bereft definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/bɪˈrɛft/

Deprived of or lacking something, especially a nonmaterial asset.

"After the betrayal, he felt bereft of hope and trust."

berserk definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/bəˈzɜːrk/

Out of control with anger or excitement; wild or frenzied.

"The fans went berserk when their team won the championship."

Berth definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Berth

noun C1
/bɜːrθ/

A place to sleep on a ship or train; a ship's allocated place at a dock.

"They reserved a lower berth on the overnight train."

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beset

verb C1
/bɪˈsɛt/

to trouble, harass, or attack on all sides

"The village was beset by constant floods."

besiege definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/bɪˈsiːdʒ/

to surround a place with armed forces to capture it; to overwhelm with requests or attention

"The city was besieged by enemy troops."

bestow definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/bɪˈstoʊ/

To give or present something as a gift or honor.

"The king bestowed honors upon the brave soldiers."

Betrayer definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/bɪˈtreɪər/

a person who betrays someone or something; one who is disloyal

"The betrayer was exposed and faced severe consequences."

bewilder definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/bɪˈwɪldər/

to cause someone to be confused or puzzled

"The complex instructions bewildered the students."

bibliography definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌbɪbliˈɒɡrəfi/

a list of books, articles, or other sources used or referred to in scholarly work

"The report includes a detailed bibliography at the end."

bicker definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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bicker

verb C1
/ˈbɪkər/

To argue or quarrel about trivial matters.

"The children began to bicker over the last piece of cake."

bigot definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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bigot

noun C1
/ˈbɪɡ.ət/

A person who is intolerant toward those holding different opinions or beliefs.

"He was called a bigot for refusing to listen to others' views."

bigotry definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈbɪɡətri/

Intolerance toward those who hold different opinions or lifestyles.

"Her bigotry prevented her from accepting people with different beliefs."

bilateral definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˌbaɪˈlætərəl/

Involving two sides, parties, or countries.

"The two nations signed a bilateral trade agreement."

bilateral negotiations definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌbaɪˈlæt.ər.əl nɪˌɡəʊ.ʃiˈeɪ.ʃənz/

Negotiations or discussions between two parties, typically countries or organizations.

"Bilateral negotiations resolve disputes."

Bile definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Bile

noun C1
/baɪl/

a bitter greenish-brown alkaline fluid that aids digestion and is secreted by the liver and stored in the gallbladder

"The liver produces bile to help digest fats."

biodiversity preservation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
phrase C1
ˌbaɪ.oʊ.daɪˈvɜː.sɪ.ti ˌprez.əˈveɪ.ʃən

The protection and conservation of the variety of life in all its forms, including different species, genetic diversity, and ecosystems.

"Biodiversity preservation is critical for ecological balance."

Biosphere definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈbaɪoʊˌsfɪr/

the regions of the surface and atmosphere of the earth occupied by living organisms

"Climate change is affecting the entire biosphere."

birthright definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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birthright

noun C1
/ˈbɜːrθraɪt/

A privilege or possession that a person has from birth.

"Freedom is considered a birthright of every individual."

Biting definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Biting

adjective C1
/ˈbaɪtɪŋ/

harsh, sharp, or severely critical; capable of causing physical or emotional pain

"The critic’s biting remarks left the actor speechless."

Bitter Gourd definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈbɪtər ɡɔːrd/

a green, bumpy vegetable with a very bitter taste, known for its medicinal properties

"Bitter gourd is excellent for controlling blood sugar levels."

Biz definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Biz

noun C1
/bɪz/

business (informal); commercial enterprise or activity

"He's been in the restaurant biz for twenty years."

Black plum definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/blæk plʌm/

a dark purple or black colored edible fruit with sweet and sour taste

"I picked some fresh black plums from the tree in our backyard."

Black Salt definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/blæk sɔːlt/

a type of rock salt with a distinctive sulfuric flavor, commonly used in Indian cuisine

"Add a pinch of black salt to enhance the flavor of the fruit salad."

blacken definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ˈblækən/

to make something black or darker; to stain, soil, or tarnish

"Smoke from the fire began to blacken the walls."

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blameless

adjective C1
/ˈbleɪmləs/

innocent of wrongdoing; not deserving blame

"She remained calm and blameless throughout the investigation."

blanch definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/blæntʃ/

to turn pale from shock, fear, or to briefly boil food to remove skin or prepare it

"She blanched at the sight of blood."

blare definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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blare

verb C1
/blɛər/

to make a loud, harsh sound

"The car horns blared all night."

blasphemy definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈblæs.fə.mi/

the act of speaking disrespectfully about God or sacred things

"In some countries, blasphemy is a punishable offense."

blatant definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈbleɪtənt/

done openly and unashamedly; obvious and offensive

"The company's blatant disregard for safety regulations angered the public."

blemish definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈblɛmɪʃ/

a small flaw or mark that spoils the appearance of something

"The mirror had a small blemish on its surface."

blight definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/blaɪt/

A disease or condition that causes plants to wither; something that spoils or damages.

"The drought was a blight on the farmer’s crops."

blighted definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈblaɪtɪd/

Spoiled, damaged, or destroyed.

"The blighted neighborhood was abandoned by most residents."

Bliss definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Bliss

noun C1
/blɪs/

Perfect happiness or great joy.

"The couple enjoyed a moment of pure bliss on their wedding day."

Blister definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈblɪs.tər/

a small bubble on the skin filled with serum and caused by friction, burning, or other damage

"The new shoes gave her a painful blister on her heel."

bloat definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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bloat

verb C1
/bloʊt/

to swell or cause to swell, often due to fluid or gas

"Eating too much junk food can bloat your stomach."

bloated definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈbloʊtɪd/

swollen or puffed up, often unpleasantly

"After the big meal, he felt bloated and uncomfortable."