English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples
CEFR Level
A set of three identical copies of something.
"The documents were prepared in triplicate for official use."
The state of being triple or consisting of three parts.
"The design shows a triplicity of forms combined harmoniously."
To divide into three parts.
"The teacher asked the students to trisect the line segment."
One of a group of three men holding power in ancient Rome.
"Caesar was a triumvir in the first Roman triumvirate."
A political regime ruled or dominated by three powerful individuals.
"The Roman Republic was once governed by a triumvirate."
A person who lives in a cave or is considered old-fashioned and out of touch.
"Some called him a troglodyte for refusing to use modern technology."
A common or overused theme, idea, or device in literature, film, or speech.
"The film avoided the usual superhero tropes."
The lowest layer of Earth's atmosphere where weather phenomena occur.
"The troposphere is where weather phenomena occur."
Faith or loyalty when pledged in a solemn agreement or vow, especially in marriage.
"He pledged his troth to her before the gathering."
To submit or yield obsequiously to someone in power.
"He refused to truckle to the demands of the corrupt officials."
Aggressiveness or eagerness to fight.
"His speech was full of truculence and threats."
Eager or quick to argue, fight, or show aggression.
"She became truculent when her ideas were challenged."
a statement that is obviously true and says nothing new or interesting
"It is a truism that hard work leads to success."
worthless nonsense or showy but worthless things
"The speech was full of political trumpery."
to shorten something by cutting off the top or the end
"The article was truncated to fit the limited space."
shortened by cutting off a part; cut short
"The meeting was truncated due to time constraints."
a framework, typically consisting of rafters, posts, and struts, supporting a roof, bridge, or other structure
"The engineer designed a strong truss for the new bridge."
a private romantic meeting between lovers
"They arranged a secret tryst in the park."
a night-blooming flower with an intensely sweet fragrance, native to Mexico
"The tuberose flowers filled the evening air with their heavenly scent."
A two-wheeled cart, especially one used during the French Revolution to carry prisoners to the guillotine.
"The prisoners were carried to the square in a wooden tumbrel."
Swollen, enlarged, or pompous in style.
"His tumid prose was difficult to read."
Cloudy, opaque, or thick with suspended matter; confused or obscure in meaning.
"The river water became turbid after the heavy rains."
A large deep dish with a cover, used for serving soups or stews.
"She brought the hot soup to the table in a silver tureen."
Swollen or distended; (of language) pompous and overcomplicated.
"The professor’s lecture was so turgid that many students lost interest."
a person who switches allegiance, often betraying a cause or group
"He was branded a turncoat after joining the rival political party."
depraved or wicked behavior or character
"The judge condemned the criminal’s act of moral turpitude."
The act of guarding, protecting, or guiding; instruction or teaching.
"She studied painting under the tutelage of a famous artist."
Serving as a guardian or protector.
"The tutelar spirit of the forest was believed to protect travelers."
Relating to or serving as a guardian or protector, often used for deities or spirits.
"Athena was considered the tutelary goddess of Athens."
The office or position of a tutor; guidance or instruction given by a tutor.
"He thrived under the tutorship of his mentor."
A beginner or novice in a field or activity.
"As a tyro in programming, she needed constant guidance."