Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

adjective
/ˈɔːbərn/

reddish-brown in color, especially used to describe hair

"She has long auburn hair that shines in the sunlight."

noun
/ˈɔːkʃən/

a public sale where goods are sold to the highest bidder

"The painting was sold at an auction for a record price."

noun
/ˌɔːkʃəˈnɪər/

a person who conducts auctions by calling out bids and selling items to the highest bidder

"The auctioneer quickly raised the price as bidders competed for the painting."

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adjective
/ɔːˈdeɪʃəs/

showing a willingness to take bold risks; daring

"It was an audacious plan to climb the mountain in winter."

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noun
/ɔːˈdæsəti/

the willingness to take bold risks; rude or disrespectful boldness

"He had the audacity to question the professor in class."

adjective
/ˈɔːdəbl/

able to be heard

"Her voice was barely audible over the noise of the crowd."

noun
/ˈɔːdiəns/

A group of people who gather to watch, listen to, or experience a performance, event, or broadcast.

"The audience clapped loudly after the performance."

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audio

noun
/ˈɔːdiəʊ/

sound, especially when recorded or transmitted

"The audio quality of the podcast was excellent."

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noun
ˈɔːdioʊ ˈlɛsənz

Educational content delivered through sound recordings, typically used for language learning and skill development.

"Audio lessons are useful for listening skills."

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audit

noun/verb
/ˈɔːdɪt/

A formal examination of accounts or processes to ensure accuracy and compliance.

"The company hired an external firm to audit its financial statements."

noun/verb
/ɔːˈdɪʃən/

A trial performance by an actor, singer, or musician to demonstrate suitability for a role.

"She auditioned for the lead role in the school play."

adjective
/ˈɔːdəˌtɔːri/

Relating to the sense of hearing.

"The lecture was designed to enhance students' auditory learning skills."

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verb
/ɔːɡˈmɛnt/

To make something greater by adding to it; to increase.

"The company plans to augment its workforce with new recruits."

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noun
/ˌɔːɡ.mɛnˈteɪ.ʃən/

Enhancing or increasing the effectiveness or quality of something.

"Augmented reality (AR) enables augmentation of real-world experiences."

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adjective
ɔːɡˈmen.tɪd

having been made greater in size or value.

"The new software provided augmented reality features."

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noun
ɔːɡˈmɛn.tɪd riˈæl.ɪ.ti

Technology that overlays digital information on the real world environment.

"Gaming has been transformed by augmented reality."

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verb
ɔːɡˈmɛntɪŋ

Increasing; making something greater in size, number, or degree

"Life expectancy is augmenting with advancements in healthcare."

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augur

verb
/ˈɔːɡər/

To be a sign of something to come; to predict or foretell.

"Dark clouds augur a coming storm."

noun
/ˈɔːɡjʊri/

A sign or omen that is believed to predict future events.

"The dark clouds were seen as an augury of an approaching storm."

adjective
/ɔːˈɡʌst/

Respected and impressive; inspiring reverence or admiration.

"The king entered the hall with an august presence."

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aunt

noun
/ænt/

the sister of your father or mother, or the wife of your uncle

"My aunt always gives me gifts on my birthday."

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aunty

noun
/ˈɑːnti/

the sister of one’s father or mother; a term of respectful address for an older woman, especially in South Asian usage

"My aunty lives near our house and often visits us."

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aural

adjective
/ˈɔːrəl/

Relating to the ear or the sense of hearing.

"The lecture was an aural experience as well as an intellectual one."

noun
/ˈɔːriˌoʊl/

A halo or radiance surrounding the head or body, often in religious art.

"The painting showed the saint with an aureole around his head."

noun
/ˈɔːrɪkl̩/

The external part of the ear; also an upper chamber of the heart in anatomy.

"The doctor examined the patient’s auricle for signs of infection."

adjective
/ɔːˈrɪkjʊlər/

Relating to the ear or hearing.

"The doctor used an auricular thermometer to check the patient's temperature."

adjective
/ɔːˈrɪfərəs/

Containing or producing gold.

"The miners discovered an auriferous vein in the mountains."

noun
/ɔːˈrɔːrə/

A natural display of lights in the sky, usually seen in polar regions.

"We traveled to Norway to see the northern aurora."

adjective
/ɔːˈrɔːrəl/

Relating to or resembling the aurora, especially the northern lights.

"The scientists observed auroral activity in the night sky."

noun
/ˌɔːskʌlˈteɪʃən/

The act of listening to internal sounds of the body, typically using a stethoscope.

"The doctor performed auscultation to check the patient’s lungs."

noun
/ˈɔːspɪs/

A sign, omen, or divine token; also refers to protection or support.

"The project was launched under the auspice of the government."

noun (plural)
/ˈɔːspɪsɪz/

Patronage, support, or guidance, often used in the phrase 'under the auspices of'.

"The conference was held under the auspices of the United Nations."

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adjective
/ɔːˈspɪʃəs/

Suggesting a positive or favorable outcome; fortunate.

"The wedding was held on an auspicious day."

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adjective
/ɔːˈstɪə/

Severe or strict in manner, attitude, or appearance; plain and simple.

"The monk lived an austere life in the mountains."

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noun
/ɒˈstɛrɪti/

Sternness or severity in manner or attitude; also strict economic policies.

"The government introduced new austerity measures."

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autarchy

noun
/ˈɔːtɑːrki/

A system of self-sufficiency where a state or community is economically independent.

"The nation attempted autarchy to reduce reliance on imports."

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autarky

noun
ˈɔː.tɑː.ki

Economic independence or self-sufficiency; a policy of establishing a self-sufficient national economy.

"Some nations aim for autarky to reduce reliance on imports."

adjective
/ɔːˈθɛntɪk/

Genuine and real; not fake or copied.

"The museum displayed an authentic painting by Picasso."

adverb
/ɔːˈθentɪkli/

in a genuine, real, or true manner; in a way that reflects true character or origin

"She speaks authentically about her experiences."

verb
/ɔːˈθɛntɪkeɪt/

To prove or show that something is genuine or true.

"The bank uses advanced technology to authenticate online transactions."

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noun
/ˌɔːθɛnˈtɪsɪti/

The quality of being genuine or real.

"The authenticity of the ancient manuscript was confirmed by experts."

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Author

noun
/ˈɔːθər/

A person who writes books, articles, or other literary works.

"She is the author of several bestselling novels."

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adjective
/əˌθɔːrɪˈtɛəriən/

Favouring or enforcing strict obedience to authority, often at the expense of personal freedom.

"The regime was highly authoritarian, suppressing all forms of dissent."

adjective
/əˈθɔːrɪtətɪv/

Having or showing authority; commanding and self-confident; reliable as a source of information.

"She spoke in an authoritative tone that silenced the room."

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noun
/əˈθɔːrəti/

The power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience.

"The teacher has the authority to discipline students."

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verb
/ˈɔːθəraɪz/

to give official permission or approval for something

"The manager authorized the refund after reviewing the complaint."

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auto

noun
/ˈɔːtoʊ/

A motor vehicle, especially a car.

"He drove his auto to the market."

noun
/ˌɔːtəbaɪˈɒɡrəfi/

An account of a person's life written by that person.

"She published an autobiography about her journey to success."

noun
/ɔːˈtɒkrəsi/

A system of government in which one person has absolute power.

"The country suffered under decades of autocracy."

noun
/ˈɔːtəkræt/

A ruler with absolute power.

"The autocrat controlled the country with an iron fist."