Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

noun C1
/ˈnaɪt.fɔːl/

the time when night begins; dusk

"They decided to return home before nightfall."

Nightingale definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈnaɪ.tɪŋ.ɡeɪl/

small songbird known for its beautiful singing, especially at night

"The nightingale sang sweetly in the moonlight."

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Nil

noun C1
/nɪl/

Nothing; zero.

"The score remained nil after the first half."

adjective C1
/ˈnɪmbəl/

Quick and light in movement or thought.

"The dancer’s nimble steps impressed the audience."

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nip

verb C1
/nɪp/

To pinch, bite, or squeeze sharply; to stop something at an early stage.

"The cold wind will nip your fingers."

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Nippy

adjective C1
/ˈnɪp.i/

cold; chilly; quick and agile in movement

"It's quite nippy outside today, you should wear a jacket."

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nirvana

noun C1
/nɪərˈvɑːnə/

A state of perfect happiness, peace, and freedom from suffering; in Buddhism, the ultimate goal of liberation.

"Meditation helps some people seek nirvana in their lives."

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noun C1
/nəʊˈbɪləti/

the quality of being noble in character or the group of people belonging to the aristocracy

"The king praised her for her nobility and courage."

adjective C1
/nɒkˈtɜːrnəl/

Active at night and sleeping during the day.

"Owls are nocturnal animals that hunt at night."

adjective C1
/ˈnɔɪzləs/

Completely silent; without any noise.

"The cat made a noiseless leap onto the table."

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nomad

noun C1
/ˈnoʊmæd/

A person who has no permanent home and moves from place to place.

"The desert was once home to nomads who lived by herding animals."

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adjective C1
/noʊˈmædɪk/

Living the life of a nomad; wandering without a permanent home.

"Their nomadic lifestyle took them across many countries."

adjective C1
/ˈnɒmɪnəl/

Existing in name only; very small in amount.

"He was the nominal leader of the group but had no real power."

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Nominee

noun C1
/ˌnɒmɪˈniː/

a person who is formally suggested or chosen for a position, award, or role

"She was the nominee for the Best Actress award."

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noun C1
ˌnɒn.kəʊˌɒp.ərˈeɪ.ʃən

The practice of refusing to cooperate, especially as a form of protest.

"The non-cooperation movement gained momentum."

adjective C1
/ˌnɒn ɪɡˈzɪstənt/

not real or not present; lacking existence

"The supposed evidence turned out to be non-existent."

noun, adjective C1
/ˌnɒn ˈrɛzɪdənt/

a person who does not live in a particular country or place permanently

"Non-resident students often pay higher tuition fees."

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adjective C1
/ˌnɒnˈvɜː.bəl/

Not involving or using words or speech; communicated through gestures, body language, or facial expressions.

"Non-verbal cues are just as important as words."

noun C1
/ˈnɒnʃələns/

A relaxed and calm state, showing lack of concern or interest.

"She answered the tough questions with surprising nonchalance."

adjective C1
/ˈnɒnʃələnt/

Appearing calm, casual, and unconcerned.

"He gave a nonchalant shrug and walked away."

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adjective C1
ˌnɒnˈvɜːr.bəl

Communication using body language, facial expressions, or gestures instead of words

"Nonverbal cues play a crucial role in effective communication."

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Noose

noun C1
/nuːs/

A loop with a running knot, used especially for trapping or hanging.

"The cowboy tied a noose to catch the wild horse."

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Norm

noun C1
/nɔːrm/

An accepted standard or a usual practice.

"Wearing uniforms is the norm in many schools."

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normalcy

noun C1
/ˈnɔːrməlsi/

The condition of being normal; a return to usual or expected conditions.

"After the flood, the town struggled to regain a sense of normalcy."

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verb C1
/ˈnɔːrməlaɪz/

to bring something back to a normal or standard condition; to make something conform to a standard

"The government took steps to normalize relations with neighboring countries."

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Norman

noun C1
/ˈnɔːrmən/

A member of a people of mixed Scandinavian and Frankish origin who settled in Normandy, or relating to their culture.

"The Normans conquered England in 1066."

adjective C1
/ˈnɔːrmətɪv/

relating to rules, standards, or norms that govern behavior or beliefs

"The study focused on the normative aspects of cultural behavior."

adverb C1
/ˈnɔːθwədz/

towards the north; in a northerly direction

"The birds migrate northwards in spring."

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noun C1
/noʊz rɪŋ/

a piece of jewelry worn through a piercing in the nose

"She got a small gold nose ring for her birthday."

noun C1
/ˈnɒs.trɪl/

either of the two openings in the nose through which air passes

"The doctor checked each nostril for any blockage."

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notation

noun C1
/noʊˈteɪʃən/

A system of symbols or signs used to represent information, especially in mathematics or music.

"The teacher explained the notation used in the algebra equations."

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notch

noun C1
/nɑːtʃ/

A small cut or groove on the edge or surface of something; a level or degree of achievement.

"He carved a notch on the stick to mark the days."

noun C1
/ˌnoʊtəˈraɪəti/

The state of being famous or well-known for something bad.

"The criminal gained notoriety for his daring escapes."

preposition/adverb/conjunction C1
/ˌnɒtwɪθˈstændɪŋ/

In spite of; despite

"Notwithstanding the challenges, the team completed the project."

verb C1
/ˈnʌrɪʃ/

To provide with food or other substances necessary for growth, health, and good condition

"Good books nourish the mind."

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noun C1
/ˈnʌrɪʃmənt/

The food or substances necessary for growth, health, and good condition

"The soup provided warmth and nourishment."

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Nova

noun C1
/ˈnoʊvə/

A star showing a sudden large increase in brightness and then slowly returning to its original state

"Astronomers observed a bright nova in the sky."

Novice definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈnɒvɪs/

A person new to or inexperienced in a field or activity.

"He is still a novice at playing the guitar."

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noxious

adjective C1
/ˈnɑːkʃəs/

harmful, poisonous, or very unpleasant

"The factory released noxious fumes into the air."

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noun C1
/ˈnuːˌɑːns/

a subtle difference in meaning, expression, or sound

"The artist captured every nuance of light in the painting."

adjective C1
ˈnuː.ɑːnst

Characterized by subtle shades of meaning or expression; having or characterized by subtle and often appealingly complex qualities.

"His argument was nuanced and well-structured."

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nucleus

noun C1
/ˈnjuː.kli.əs/

The central and most important part of something, forming the basis for its activity and growth; in biology, the central part of a cell.

"The nucleus of the atom contains protons and neutrons."

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nudge

verb C1
/nʌdʒ/

To push someone gently, usually with your elbow, in order to attract attention.

"She nudged him to be quiet during the meeting."

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verb C1
/ˈnʌlɪfaɪ/

to make legally null and void; to cancel or invalidate

"The contract was nullified due to fraud."

Nurture definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb, noun C1
/ˈnɜːrtʃər/

To care for and encourage the growth or development of someone or something.

"Parents should nurture their children's talents."

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adjective/noun C1
/ˈnɜːr.tʃɚ.ɪŋ/

The process of caring for and encouraging growth or development.

"A nurturing environment helps children thrive."

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noun C1
/ˈnʌt.meg/

a spice made from the seed of the fruit of an evergreen tree, used in cooking and baking

"The recipe called for a teaspoon of ground nutmeg to flavor the custard."

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noun C1
/ˈnjuːtrɪənt dɪˈfɪʃənsi/

A lack of essential nutrients required for healthy plant growth, which can result in poor crop development, reduced yields, and increased susceptibility to diseases.

"Nutrient deficiency in the soil can reduce crop productivity."

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adjective C1
/ˈnjuː.tri.ənt dɛns/

Rich in nutrients and high nutritional value.

"Organic food is often more nutrient-dense than processed food."

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adjective + noun C1
njuˈtrɪʃəs krɒps

Plants or vegetables that are rich in nutrients and beneficial for health

"Winter vegetables are considered nutritious crops."