Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

adjective
/ˌɔːtəˈkrætɪk/

Relating to a ruler who has absolute power and does not consult others.

"The manager’s autocratic style discouraged employees from sharing their ideas."

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verb
/ˈɔːtəmeɪt/

To use machines or computers to control or operate a process, making it automatic.

"The company decided to automate its customer service operations."

adjective
/ˌɔːtəˈmætɪk/

working by itself without direct human control

"This car has an automatic transmission."

adverb
/ˌɔːtəˈmætɪkli/

without human control or intervention; done by itself

"The door closes automatically after you enter."

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noun
ˌɔː.təˈmeɪ.ʃən

The use of machines or computers to do work that was previously done by people.

"Automation has increased efficiency in industries."

noun
/ɔːˈtɒmətən/

A machine that works automatically; also refers to a person who behaves like a machine, without thinking.

"He worked like an automaton, without showing any emotion."

noun
/ˈɔːtəmoʊbiːl/

a road vehicle powered by an engine, typically with four wheels

"He bought a new automobile last week."

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adjective
/ɔːˈtɒnəməs/

Having the freedom to govern or control oneself; independent.

"The region is largely autonomous and makes its own decisions."

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noun
/ɔːˈtɒn.ə.məs ˈviː.ɪ.kəlz/

Vehicles that can operate and move without human intervention or control.

"Autonomous vehicles are revolutionizing the future of transport."

adverb
/ɔːˈtɒnəməsli/

In an independent or self-governing manner.

"The robot can operate autonomously without human intervention."

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noun
/ɔːˈtɒnəmi/

the right or condition of self-government; independence or freedom to act or make decisions

"The university granted each department considerable autonomy in curriculum design."

noun, verb
/ˈɔːtɒpsi/

a post-mortem examination to discover the cause of death or the extent of disease

"The autopsy revealed that the victim had died from poisoning."

noun
/ˈɔːtəm/

the season between summer and winter, when leaves fall from trees

"The trees look beautiful in autumn, with colorful leaves falling."

adjective
/ɔːˈtʌmnəl/

relating to or characteristic of autumn; occurring in autumn

"The autumnal colors of red and gold filled the forest."

adjective, noun
/ɔːɡˈzɪliəri/

(adjective) providing supplementary or additional help and support; (noun) a person or thing that provides auxiliary support

"The hospital has an auxiliary power generator in case of emergencies."

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avail

verb
/əˈveɪl/

to make use of something; to be of use or benefit

"You should avail yourself of this opportunity."

noun
/əˌveɪləˈbɪləti/

the state of being able to be used or obtained

"The availability of clean water is crucial for health."

adjective
/əˈveɪləbl/

Able to be used, obtained, or accessed.

"The product is now available in all stores."

noun, verb
/ˈævəlæntʃ/

(noun) a mass of snow, ice, and rocks falling rapidly down a mountainside; a sudden overwhelming quantity; (verb) to descend like an avalanche

"The avalanche buried the mountain road under tons of snow."

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adjective
/ˌævɒ̃ˈɡɑːrd/

innovative, experimental, or ahead of its time, especially in the arts and culture

"The gallery featured avant-garde paintings that challenged traditional styles."

noun
/ˌævɒ̃ˈɡɑːrd/

people or works that are innovative, experimental, and ahead of their time

"The avantgarde of the 20th century reshaped modern art."

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noun
/ˈævərɪs/

extreme greed for wealth or material gain

"His avarice led him to exploit his workers."

adjective
/ˌævəˈrɪʃəs/

having or showing extreme greed for wealth or material gain

"The avaricious landlord increased the rent unfairly."

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avatar

noun
/ˈævətɑːr/

an icon or figure representing a person in digital contexts; in Hinduism, a divine incarnation

"She changed her social media avatar to a new cartoon image."

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avenge

verb
/əˈvɛndʒ/

to inflict harm in return for an injury or wrong done to oneself or another

"He vowed to avenge his brother's death."

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aver

verb
/əˈvɜːr/

to state or assert something confidently and strongly

"She averred that she was innocent."

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noun/adjective/verb
/ˈævərɪdʒ/

the result obtained by adding several quantities together and then dividing by the number of quantities; typical or normal level

"The average temperature this month is higher than usual."

adjective
/əˈvɜːrs/

having a strong dislike of or opposition to something

"He was averse to taking unnecessary risks."

noun
/əˈvɜːrʒən/

a strong feeling of dislike or unwillingness towards something

"She has a strong aversion to smoking."

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avert

verb
/əˈvɜːrt/

to prevent something bad from happening or to turn away one's eyes or thoughts

"Quick action helped avert a disaster."

noun
/ˈeɪ.viˌɛr.i/

a large enclosure for keeping birds

"The zoo built a new aviary for exotic parrots."

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avid

adjective
/ˈæv.ɪd/

having an eager desire or enthusiasm for something

"She is an avid reader of mystery novels."

noun
/əˈvɪdəti/

extreme eagerness or enthusiasm

"He accepted the offer with avidity."

noun
/ˌæv.əˈkɑː.doʊ/

a green pear-shaped fruit with creamy flesh and high fat content, often used in healthy diets

"Avocado is rich in healthy fats and is popular in salads and toast."

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noun
/ˌæv.oʊˈkeɪ.ʃən/

a hobby or minor occupation pursued in addition to one's main work

"Painting is his avocation after office hours."

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avoid

verb
/əˈvɔɪd/

To keep away from or stop oneself from doing something.

"He tries to avoid junk food."

adjective
/əˈvɔɪdəbl/

able to be prevented or avoided

"Most of the damage was avoidable with proper planning."

noun
/əˈvɔɪdəns/

the act of staying away from something; deliberate prevention of contact or confrontation

"Avoidance of difficult conversations can create bigger problems later."

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avouch

verb
/əˈvaʊtʃ/

to affirm or assert something as true

"He avouched his innocence before the judge."

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avow

verb
/əˈvaʊ/

to openly declare or admit something, often publicly and firmly

"He avowed his loyalty to the cause without hesitation."

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avulse

verb
/əˈvʌls/

to tear away or separate forcibly, especially in medical or geological contexts

"The surgeon had to avulse the damaged tissue during the operation."

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avuncular

adjective
/əˈvʌŋkjələr/

kind and friendly, like an uncle

"He had an avuncular manner that made everyone feel comfortable."

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verb
/əˈweɪt/

to wait for something or someone

"We eagerly await your response."

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awake

verb/adjective
/əˈweɪk/

to stop sleeping; not asleep

"She was still awake when I got home."

verb
/əˈweɪkən/

to stop sleeping; to cause to become aware

"The loud noise awakened the entire neighborhood."

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award

noun/verb
/əˈwɔːrd/

a prize or recognition given for an achievement; to give a prize or recognition

"She received an award for her outstanding performance."

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aware

adjective
/əˈwɛər/

having knowledge or perception of a situation or fact

"She is aware of the risks involved."

noun
/əˈwɛərnəs/

knowledge or perception of a situation, fact, or issue

"Public awareness of climate change is increasing."

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awash

adjective
/əˈwɒʃ/

covered or flooded with water or something in large quantities

"The market was awash with cheap imported goods."

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Away

adverb
/əˈweɪ/

at a distance from a particular place, person, or thing

"She walked away without saying a word."