Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

adjective
/ˈækʃənəbl̩/

Able to be acted on or giving sufficient reason for legal action.

"The lawyer confirmed that the evidence was actionable in court."

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noun
/ˈæk.ʃənz/

The fact or process of doing something, typically to achieve an aim.

"Immediate actions are needed for pollution control."

verb
/ˈæktɪveɪt/

to make something start or function

"She pressed the button to activate the machine."

noun
/ˌæktɪˈveɪʃən/

the act of making something start functioning

"The activation of the system took longer than expected."

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adjective
/ˈæktɪv/

Engaging or ready to engage in physically energetic pursuits; taking action rather than being passive.

"She is very active in community projects."

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noun
ˈæk.tɪv rɪˈkɔːl

A learning technique that involves actively trying to retrieve information from memory rather than passively reviewing material.

"Active recall improves long-term memory and retention."

adverb
/ˈæktɪvli/

in a manner that involves action or energy

"She is actively participating in the community service."

noun
/ˈæktɪˌvɪzəm/

The policy or action of using vigorous campaigning to bring about political or social change.

"Her environmental activism inspired many young people to take action."

noun
/ˈæktɪvɪst/

A person who works to bring about social or political change.

"The activist organized a protest against pollution."

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noun
ækˈtɪv.ɪ.ti

A thing that a person or group does or has done.

"Productive activities drive progress."

noun
/ækˈtɪvɪti/

something that people do for enjoyment, work, or a particular purpose

"The children were engaged in outdoor activity."

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Actor

noun
/ˈæktər/

a person who performs in plays, movies, or television

"The actor received an award for his performance."

noun
/ˈæktrəs/

a female performer in plays, movies, or television

"The actress looked stunning on the red carpet."

adjective
/ˈæktʃuəl/

real and existing, not just imagined or supposed

"The actual cost was higher than expected."

noun
/ˌæktʃuˈæləti/

The state of existing in reality rather than in appearance or imagination.

"The movie was based on historical actuality."

adverb
/ˈæktʃuəli/

used to emphasize that something is true, especially when surprising

"She actually completed the project ahead of schedule."

adjective
/ˌæktʃuˈɛəriəl/

Relating to actuaries or their work of analyzing financial risk and uncertainty, especially in insurance and pensions.

"The company relied on actuarial reports to set insurance premiums."

noun
/ˈæktʃuˌɛri/

A professional who analyzes financial risk using mathematics, statistics, and financial theory, especially in insurance and pensions.

"The actuary calculated the risk before finalizing the insurance policy."

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actuate

verb
/ˈæktʃueɪt/

to put into action or motion; to motivate or activate

"The engineer actuated the machine with a simple switch."

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noun
/əˈkjuːɪti/

sharpness or keenness of thought, vision, or hearing

"The doctor tested the patient’s visual acuity."

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noun
/ˈækjʊmən/

the ability to make good judgments and quick decisions, typically in a particular domain

"She has strong business acumen that helped grow the company."

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acute

adjective
/əˈkjuːt/

present or experienced to a severe or intense degree; having sharp perception

"The patient suffered from acute pain after the surgery."

adverb
/əˈkjuːtli/

in a sharp, intense, or severe way; with keen awareness

"She was acutely aware of the risks involved."

noun
/əˈkjuːtnəs/

sharpness of mind or senses; severity or intensity of a condition

"Her acuteness allowed her to notice details others missed."

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ad

noun
/æd/

a notice or announcement in a public medium promoting a product, service, or event

"The company released a new ad for their smartphone."

verb
/ˌæd ˈlɪb/

to speak or perform without preparation; to improvise

"The comedian ad-libbed a joke when the microphone failed."

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adage

noun
/ˈædɪdʒ/

a short, well-known saying that expresses a general truth or piece of advice

"The old adage says that honesty is the best policy."

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adjective
/ˈædəmənt/

refusing to change one's mind; firmly determined

"She was adamant about not changing her decision."

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adapt

verb
/əˈdæpt/

to adjust or change something to suit new conditions or situations

"He quickly adapted to the new environment."

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noun
əˌdæp.təˈbɪl.ə.ti

The quality of being able to adjust to new conditions or circumstances.

"Adaptability is crucial in an ever-changing world."

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noun
/ˌædæpˈteɪʃən/

the process of changing or adjusting to fit a new situation

"The adaptation of the program to mobile devices was a success."

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adjective + noun
əˈdæptɪv ˈfiːtʃərz

Characteristics that help organisms adjust to their environment

"Plants' adaptive features help them grow in winter."

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add

verb
/æd/

To put together or combine with something else; to increase the number, amount, or value.

"He decided to add more details to the report."

adjective
/ˈædɪd/

included as an extra or additional part

"She received an added bonus for her performance."

noun
/əˈdɛndəm/

an additional item or piece of information added at the end of a document or book

"The report included an addendum with updated statistics."

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addict

noun, verb
/ˈædɪkt/ (noun), /əˈdɪkt/ (verb)

a person who is unable to stop using a harmful substance or doing something harmful; to cause someone to become dependent on something

"He is a video game addict who spends hours playing every day."

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adjective
/əˈdɪktɪd/

Being unable to stop engaging in a particular activity or consuming a particular substance.

"Many people are addicted to social media."

noun
/əˈdɪkʃən/

A strong and harmful need to regularly have or do something, such as drugs, alcohol, or habits.

"His addiction to video games affected his studies."

noun
/əˈdɪʃən/

the process of adding something to something else

"The addition of solar panels made the house more energy-efficient."

adjective
/əˈdɪʃənəl/

added, extra, or supplementary to what already exists

"The teacher gave the students additional homework."

adverb
/əˈdɪʃənəli/

in addition to what has been said or done

"Additionally, we offer discounts for early bookings."

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addle

verb
/ˈæd.l̩/

To confuse or muddle someone’s mind.

"The complicated instructions only served to addle him."

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verb
/əˈdrɛs/

To speak to someone directly or to deal with an issue.

"The manager will address the employees about the new policy."

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verb
əˈdrɛst

To think about and begin to deal with an issue or problem.

"Addressing key problems is vital for long-term change."

verb
/əˈdjuːs/

To provide evidence or reasons to support an argument or idea.

"The lawyer adduced several examples to support his case."

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adept

adjective
/əˈdɛpt/

Highly skilled or proficient at something.

"She is adept at solving complex problems."

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noun
əˈdept.nəs

The quality of being very skilled or proficient at something.

"His adeptness at solving problems impressed his colleagues."

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adequate

adjective
/ˈædɪkwət/

sufficient or acceptable in quality or quantity

"The food was adequate for the small group."

adverb
/ˈædɪkwətli/

in a satisfactory manner

"He completed the task adequately, but could improve next time."

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verb
/ədˈhɪər/

to stick firmly to something or follow a belief or rule

"The label will not adhere to the wet surface."