Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

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Commander

noun
/kəˈmændər/

a person in authority, especially over a military group

"The commander led his troops into battle."

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Commander-in-chief

noun
/kəˈmændər ɪn tʃiːf/

the supreme leader of a nation's armed forces

"The president serves as the commander-in-chief of the military."

verb
/kəˈmɛmɔˌreɪt/

To honor and remember someone or something through a ceremony or action.

"The statue was built to commemorate the fallen heroes."

adjective
/kəˈmɛmərətɪv/

Serving as a reminder or in honor of a person or event.

"They issued a commemorative coin for the independence anniversary."

verb
/kəˈmɛns/

to begin or start something

"The ceremony will commence at noon."

commencement definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/kəˈmɛnsmənt/

the beginning of something; a ceremony for conferring academic degrees

"The commencement of the project was delayed by two weeks."

verb
/kəˈmɛnd/

to praise formally or officially

"The teacher commended the students for their hard work."

adjective
/kəˈmɛndəbl̩/

deserving praise or approval

"Her dedication to the project was truly commendable."

commendable initiatives definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective + noun
kəˈmendəbəl ɪˈnɪʃətɪvz

Praiseworthy efforts or actions that deserve admiration and approval.

"The commendable initiatives aim to raise awareness."

commensurate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective
/kəˈmɛnʃərət/

corresponding in size, degree, or extent; proportionate

"Salary will be commensurate with experience."

noun
/ˈkɒm.ent/

a verbal or written remark expressing an opinion or reaction

"She posted a kind comment on my photo."

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commentary

noun
/ˈkɒmənˌtɛri/

An expression of opinions or explanations about an event, situation, or text.

"The professor's commentary on the novel was insightful."

noun
/ˈkɒmənˌteɪtər/

a person who reports and discusses events, especially on TV or radio

"The commentator described the football match in detail."

noun
/ˈkɒmɜːs/

the activity of buying and selling goods and services

"International commerce has expanded significantly in recent years."

commercial definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective
/kəˈmɜːʃəl/

Concerned with or engaged in commerce; intended to make a profit.

"The company focused on commercial success rather than artistic value."

verb
/kəˈmɪŋɡəl/

To mix or blend different things together.

"The charity does not commingle donations with operational funds."

commiserate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb
/kəˈmɪzəˌreɪt/

To express sympathy or pity for someone.

"Friends came to commiserate with her after the loss."

noun
/ˌkɒməˈsɛəriət/

A department responsible for supplying food and equipment, especially in the military.

"The army commissariat ensured that the soldiers had enough supplies."

commission definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/kəˈmɪʃən/

An instruction, command, or duty given to a person or group; also a fee paid to an agent or employee for a transaction.

"The artist received a commission to paint a portrait."

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commissioner

noun
/kəˈmɪʃənər/

an official in charge of a particular department or area

"The police commissioner addressed the media about the incident."

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commit

verb
/kəˈmɪt/

To carry out or perpetrate an act; to pledge or bind to a course of action.

"He committed a serious mistake in the report."

commitment definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/kəˈmɪtmənt/

A promise or firm decision to do something; dedication or obligation to a cause or activity.

"She showed great commitment to her studies."

commitments definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
kəˈmɪt.mənts

Formal pledges or promises to do something, especially in terms of obligations or agreements.

"Global commitments to renewable energy are increasing."

noun
/kəˈmɪtl̩/

The action of sending a person to prison or a mental hospital; also the act of committing something to a particular place.

"The judge ordered the committal of the accused to custody."

adjective
/kəˈmɪtɪd/

Dedicated and loyal to a cause, activity, or relationship.

"She is a committed teacher who cares deeply for her students."

committee definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/kəˈmɪt.i/

a group of people officially delegated to perform a function or make decisions

"The school formed a committee to organize the annual event."

commodification definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
kəˌmɒd.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən

The transformation of goods, services, ideas, or other entities that may not normally be considered goods into market goods.

"The commodification of natural resources threatens biodiversity."

adjective
/kəˈmoʊdiəs/

spacious and comfortable; having plenty of room

"They rented a commodious apartment in the city."

commodities definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/kəˈmɒd.ə.tiz/

Raw materials or primary agricultural products that can be bought and sold.

"The price of commodities fluctuates due to market demand."

commodity definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/kəˈmɑːdəti/

a raw material or primary product that can be bought and sold

"Oil is the most traded commodity in the world."

adjective
/ˈkɒm.ən/

occurring frequently or widely; shared by all

"It is common to see traffic in the city during rush hour."

noun
/ˈkɒmən kɑːp/

A large freshwater fish widely cultivated for food

"Common carp is an important fish in aquaculture."

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commonly

adverb
/ˈkɒmənli/

usually or by most people

"This phrase is commonly used in everyday speech."

adjective, noun
/ˈkɑːmənpleɪs/

ordinary or unremarkable; something that is usual or commonly found

"Smartphones have become commonplace in modern life."

adjective
/ˌkɑːmənˈsɛnsɪkəl/

based on or showing sound practical judgment; sensible

"It was commonsensical to carry an umbrella on a rainy day."

noun
/ˈkɑːmənˌwɛlθ/

an independent community or state, especially one founded for the common good; also an association of nations

"Australia is a member of the Commonwealth of Nations."

noun
/kəˈmoʊʃən/

A state of noisy confusion or disturbance.

"The sudden commotion in the market drew everyone's attention."

adjective
/ˈkɑːmjənl/

Shared by all members of a community; for common use.

"The villagers worked together in the communal garden."

communal harmony definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
kəˈmjunəl ˈhɑrməni

Peaceful coexistence and cooperation among different groups in a community.

"Maintaining communal harmony requires mutual respect and understanding."

noun, verb
/ˈkɒmjuːn/

Noun: a group of people living together and sharing possessions; Verb: to share one's thoughts or feelings intimately.

"She went to the countryside to commune with nature."

verb
/kəˈmjuː.nɪ.keɪt/

to share or exchange information, ideas, or feelings

"They used gestures to communicate across the noisy room."

communication definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/kəˌmjuː.nɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

the act or process of sharing information, ideas, or feelings

"Good communication is essential for a strong relationship."

noun
/ˈkɒmjʊnɪst/

a person who supports or believes in the principles of communism

"The communist ideology aims for a classless society."

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community

noun
/kəˈmjuː.nə.ti/

a group of people living in the same place or sharing common interests

"The community worked together to clean the park."

Community Programs definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
kəˈmjuːnɪti ˈprəʊɡræmz

Organized activities involving local groups to promote environmental conservation.

"Community programs raise awareness about butterfly conservation."

community service ideals definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
kəˈmjuːnɪti ˈsɜːrvɪs aɪˈdiːəlz

Principles and standards of serving the community for social good.

"Community service ideals must be taught in schools."

verb, noun
/kəˈmjuːt/

Verb: to travel regularly between home and work; Noun: the journey to and from work.

"He commutes two hours every day to reach his office."

commuting definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/verb
/kəˈmjuː.tɪŋ/

Regular travel to and from workplace, daily journey for work.

"He spends two hours commuting to work every day."

adjective, noun, verb
/ˈkɒmpækt/ (adj, n), /kəmˈpækt/ (verb)

Adjective: closely and neatly packed together; Noun: a small case or agreement; Verb: to pack closely together.

"The car is small and compact, perfect for city driving."

compactly definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb
kəmˈpæktli

In a closely packed or dense manner.

"Protons and neutrons are compactly arranged."