Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

noun C2
/ˌkɒntrəpəˈzɪʃən/

the act of placing two things in opposition for contrast or comparison

"The contraposition of the two theories highlighted their differences."

noun C2
/ˈkɒntrəriz/

things that are completely different or opposite to each other

"Freedom and slavery are contraries in every sense."

contretemps definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈkɒntrətɑː̃/

an unexpected and unfortunate event or disagreement; a minor dispute

"There was a small contretemps between the two colleagues during the meeting."

contrite definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/kənˈtraɪt/

feeling or showing remorse or guilt

"She was contrite after realizing her mistake."

contrition definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/kənˈtrɪʃ.ən/

the state of feeling remorseful and repentant

"His contrition was evident after the apology."

contrivance definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/kənˈtraɪ.vəns/

a device or plan that is cleverly or artificially created

"The clock was an intricate contrivance of gears and springs."

controvert definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C2
/ˌkɒntrəˈvɜːrt/

to dispute or argue against; to contradict

"The scientist controversed the previous research findings."

contumacious definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/ˌkɒn.tjʊˈmeɪ.ʃəs/

stubbornly disobedient or rebellious

"The contumacious student refused to follow the school rules."

contumacy definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈkɒn.tjʊ.mə.si/

stubborn refusal to obey authority

"His contumacy led to his suspension from the council."

contumely definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈkɒn.tjʊ.mə.li/

insulting or humiliating treatment

"He endured the contumely of his colleagues with patience."

verb C2
/kənˈtjuːz/

to bruise by striking or hitting

"He contused his arm when he fell off the bike."

noun C2
/kənˈtjuː.ʒən/

a bruise or injury without breaking the skin

"The boxer had several contusions after the match."

verb C2
/ˌkɒnvəˈlɛs/

to recover health and strength after illness or medical treatment

"After the surgery, she spent several weeks convalescing at home."

conversant definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/kənˈvɜːrsənt/

familiar with or knowledgeable about something

"She is conversant with the latest developments in technology."

convivial definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/kənˈvɪviəl/

friendly, lively, and enjoyable; sociable

"The party had a convivial atmosphere with music and laughter."

convoke definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C2
/kənˈvoʊk/

to call together or summon a meeting or assembly

"The committee convoked an emergency session to discuss the crisis."

convolution definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˌkɒnvəˈluːʃən/

a twist, coil, or a complex and intricate shape or arrangement

"The brain has many convolutions that increase its surface area."

convolve definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C2
/kənˈvɑːlv/

to roll or twist together; to coil or entwine

"The vines convolve around the tree trunk."

convulse definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C2
/kənˈvʌls/

to shake violently; to suffer sudden involuntary contractions

"The patient convulsed during the seizure."

Cooly definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Cooly

noun C2
/ˈkuː.li/

a laborer who does physical work for wages

"The cooly carried heavy bags at the railway station."

coquette definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/koʊˈkɛt/

a woman who flirts lightheartedly

"She was a coquette, always charming everyone at the party."

Corica soborna definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/kɔˈrɪkə soˈbɔrnə/

a small silvery fish species found in South Asian rivers, commonly used in local cuisine

"Corica soborna is a popular ingredient in traditional Bengali fish curry."

cormorant definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈkɔːrmərənt/

a large black sea bird that catches fish by diving

"The cormorant perched on the rock, drying its wings after a dive."

cornice definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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cornice

noun C2
/ˈkɔːrnɪs/

an ornamental molding around the wall of a room just below the ceiling

"The elegant cornice added a classical touch to the living room."

cornucopia definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˌkɔːrnjuˈkoʊpiə/

an abundance or overflowing supply of something

"The festival offered a cornucopia of fruits and sweets."

corollary definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/kəˈrɑːləri/

a direct or natural consequence or result

"One corollary of the new policy was increased public awareness."

coronet definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈkɒrənɛt/

a small crown, especially one worn by a prince, princess, or noble

"She wore a delicate coronet on her head for the ceremony."

corporeal definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/kɔːrˈpɔːriəl/

relating to the physical body; material or tangible

"Ghosts are often described as having no corporeal form."

corpulent definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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corpulent

adjective C2
/ˈkɔːpjʊlənt/

fat or obese; having a large bulky body

"The corpulent man struggled to fit into the small chair."

corpuscle definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈkɔːrpəskəl/

a small particle or cell, especially a blood cell

"Red corpuscles carry oxygen throughout the body."

correlative definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/kəˈrɛlətɪv/

having a mutual relationship; corresponding

"The increase in temperature is correlative with the melting of glaciers."

corrigible definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/ˈkɒrɪdʒəbl/

capable of being corrected or improved

"The student's mistakes were corrigible with practice."

corroboration definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/kəˌrɒbəˈreɪʃən/

evidence that confirms or supports a statement, theory, or finding

"The documents provided strong corroboration of her claims."

corrugated definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/ˈkɒr.ə.ɡeɪ.tɪd/

shaped into ridges and grooves; wrinkled or folded

"The roof was made of corrugated metal sheets."

corruptible definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/kəˈrʌp.tə.bəl/

able to be morally or ethically corrupted

"He was known to be corruptible and often accepted bribes."

corsair definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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corsair

noun C2
/ˈkɔː.seər/

a pirate, especially one operating along the Mediterranean coasts

"The corsair plundered ships along the coast."

cortege definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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cortege

noun C2
/kɔːrˈteɪʒ/

a solemn procession, especially for a funeral

"A cortege of mourners followed the hearse to the cemetery."

coruscate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C2
/ˈkɒr.ʌ.skeɪt/

to sparkle or flash brightly

"The fireworks coruscated across the night sky."

cosmogony definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/kɒzˈmɒɡ.ə.ni/

the study or theory of the origin of the universe

"The book provides an overview of different cosmogonies throughout history."

cosmography definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/kɒzˈmɒɡ.rə.fi/

the science or art of mapping the universe or cosmos

"Medieval scholars practiced cosmography to chart the stars and planets."

cosmopolitanism definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˌkɒzməˈpɒlɪtənɪzəm/

the ideology that all human beings belong to a single community

"Cosmopolitanism promotes respect and understanding across cultures."

verb C2
/ˈkɒsɪt/

to care for and protect in an overindulgent way

"The little girl was cosseted by her grandparents."

adjective C2
/ˈkɒs.ɪ.tɪd/

pampered, treated with excessive care and attention

"The cosseted child always got what he wanted."

coterie definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈkoʊ.tə.ri/

a small, exclusive group of people with shared interests

"He belonged to a coterie of artists who met every Friday."

coterminous definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/koʊˈtɜːr.mɪ.nəs/

having the same boundaries or extent in space, time, or meaning

"The two jurisdictions are coterminous, sharing the same borders."

countercharge definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun, verb C2
/ˈkaʊntərˌtʃɑːrdʒ/

an opposing charge or accusation; to make an opposing attack

"The lawyer filed a countercharge against the accuser."

countermand definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C2
/ˌkaʊntərˈmænd/

to revoke or cancel an order or command

"The general countermanded the previous orders immediately."

verb C2
/ˌkaʊntərˈveɪl/

to offset or counteract the effect of something

"The benefits of the new policy countervail its drawbacks."

counting-house definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈkaʊntɪŋˌhaʊs/

a business office where accounts are kept and financial transactions are managed

"The merchant spent most of his day in the counting-house reviewing ledgers."

courser definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈkɔːrsər/

a swift horse or a hunting horse

"The knight rode a fast courser into battle."