Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

noun
/kəmˈpænjən/

a person or animal you spend time with or travel with

"He was my companion during the long journey."

noun
/ˈkʌm.pə.ni/

a business organization; the presence of other people

"She started her own company to sell handmade products."

adjective
/ˈkɒmp(ə)rəbl/

Able to be likened to something else in size, amount, or quality.

"The two products are comparable in quality but differ in price."

adjective
/kəmˈpærətɪv/

Measured or considered by comparison; relative.

"She lives in comparative comfort after moving to the city."

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compare

verb
/kəmˈpeər/

to examine the similarities and differences between two or more things

"The teacher asked us to compare two poems."

noun
/kəmˈpærɪsən/

The act or process of examining the similarities and differences between things.

"A comparison of the two reports shows several inconsistencies."

noun
/kəmˈpɑːtmənt/

A separate section or space within a larger structure, such as a train or a container.

"He kept his passport in a small compartment of his bag."

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verb
/kəmˈpɑːtməntəˌlaɪz/

To divide into sections or categories.

"It is important to compartmentalize work and personal life to maintain balance."

noun
/ˈkʌm.pəs/

an instrument for finding direction with a magnetic needle pointing to magnetic north

"The hiker used a compass to find the right direction."

noun
/kəmˈpæʃən/

Sympathetic concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others.

"The nurse treated the patients with great compassion."

adjective
/kəmˈpæʃənət/

feeling or showing sympathy and concern for others who are suffering

"The compassionate nurse took extra time to comfort the worried patients."

adjective
/kəmˈpætəbl/

Able to exist or work together without conflict; harmonious.

"This software is compatible with both Windows and Mac systems."

verb
/kəmˈpɛl/

To force or drive someone to do something.

"The law compels citizens to pay taxes."

adjective
/kəmˈpɛlɪŋ/

Evoking interest, attention, or admiration in a powerful way.

"She gave a compelling speech about climate change."

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noun
/kəmˈpɛndiəm/

A collection of concise but detailed information about a subject.

"The book is a compendium of ancient myths and legends."

verb
/ˈkɒmpənseɪt/

To give something, typically money, in recognition of loss, suffering, or work done.

"The company compensated the worker for his injury."

verb
/ˈkɒmpənseɪtɪd/

to have been given something, typically money, as a recompense for loss, suffering, or work done

"The workers were compensated for their overtime hours."

noun
/ˌkɒmpənˈseɪʃən/

something, typically money, given to make up for loss, injury, or work done

"She received financial compensation for the accident."

adjective
/kəmˈpensətɔːri/

serving to make up for a loss, damage, or injury

"The court awarded him compensatory damages."

verb
/kəmˈpiːt/

to try to win or be more successful than others in a contest or activity

"Several companies compete for dominance in the market."

noun
/ˈkɒmpɪtəns/

the ability to do something successfully or efficiently

"Her competence as a manager impressed the board."

adjective
/ˈkɒmpɪtənt/

having the necessary ability, knowledge, or skill to do something successfully

"He is a competent driver who rarely makes mistakes."

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noun
/ˌkɒmpəˈtɪʃən/

a situation in which people or organizations try to be more successful than others

"The competition in the tech industry is very intense."

adjective
/kəmˈpetətɪv/

relating to or characterized by competition; having a strong desire to win or be more successful

"She has a competitive spirit that drives her to excel."

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noun
kəmˈpet.ɪ.tɪv.nəs

The quality of being as good as or better than others of a comparable nature; the ability to compete successfully.

"Competitiveness is vital for economic sustainability."

noun
/kəmˈpɛtɪtər/

a person, team, or company that competes with others

"The company lowered its prices to beat its main competitor."

noun
/ˌkɒmpɪˈleɪʃən/

a collection of things, especially pieces of writing or music, gathered together

"The book is a compilation of his best essays."

verb
/kəmˈpaɪl/

to collect information or material and put it together in a list, report, or book

"She compiled the research data into a detailed report."

noun
/kəmˈpleɪsəns/

a feeling of quiet pleasure or self-satisfaction, often without awareness of potential danger

"His complacence prevented him from noticing the risks."

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noun
/kəmˈpleɪsənsi/

a self-satisfied state of mind that makes one unaware of dangers or deficiencies

"The team's complacency led to their unexpected defeat."

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adjective
/kəmˈpleɪsənt/

showing self-satisfaction and a lack of concern about potential dangers or problems

"The team grew complacent after a few victories and stopped practicing hard."

verb
/kəmˈpleɪn/

to express dissatisfaction or annoyance about something

"He often complains about the noise in the neighborhood."

noun
/kəmˈpleɪnt/

a statement that something is wrong or not satisfactory

"The manager received a complaint from a customer about poor service."

noun
/kəmˈpleɪsəns/

willingness to please others; courteous compliance

"Her complaisance made her popular among her colleagues."

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adjective
/kəmˈpleɪzənt/

willing to please others or to accept what they do or say without protest

"He was too complaisant to refuse their demands."

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noun/verb
/ˈkɒmplɪmənt/

something that completes or goes well with something; to add something that enhances or improves

"The scarf complements her outfit perfectly."

adjective
/ˌkɒmplɪˈmɛntəri/

combining in such a way as to enhance or emphasize the qualities of each other

"The two partners have complementary skills."

verb
/kəmˈpliːt/

to finish making or doing something; to bring something to an end

"She managed to complete the project on time."

adverb
/kəmˈpliːtli/

totally; in every way possible

"The room was completely silent."

noun
/kəmˈpliːʃən/

the action or process of finishing something

"The completion of the project will take another few weeks."

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adjective, noun
/ˈkɒm.pleks/

Consisting of many different and connected parts; not easy to understand or analyze.

"The human brain is an incredibly complex organ."

noun
/kəmˈplek.ʃən/

the natural color, texture, and appearance of a person's skin, especially on the face

"Her fair complexion glowed beautifully in the morning sunlight."

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noun
/kəmˈplɛksɪti/

the state or quality of being intricate or complicated

"The complexity of the problem surprised the engineers."

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noun
/kəmˈplaɪəns/

The act of obeying a rule, law, or request.

"The company improved its compliance with environmental regulations."

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adjective
/kəmˈplaɪənt/

Willing to agree with or follow rules, requests, or demands.

"She was compliant with all the safety requirements."

verb
/ˈkɒm.plɪ.keɪt/

To make something more difficult or confusing.

"The new rules will only complicate the process."

adjective
/ˈkɒmplɪˌkeɪtɪd/

consisting of many interconnected parts; difficult to understand

"The instructions for the machine are too complicated to follow."

noun
/ˌkɒmplɪˈkeɪʃən/

A problem or difficulty that makes a situation harder to deal with.

"His illness led to serious complications after surgery."

adjective
/kəmˈplɪsɪt/

involved with others in an illegal activity or wrongdoing

"He was found complicit in the crime."

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complicity

noun
/kəmˈplɪsəti/

the state of being involved with others in an illegal activity or wrongdoing

"The court revealed his complicity in the fraud scheme."