Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

noun/verb
/ˈkɒmplɪmənt/

a polite expression of praise or admiration; to politely praise someone

"She complimented him on his excellent presentation."

adjective
/ˌkɒm.plɪˈmen.tər.i/

expressing praise or admiration; given or supplied free of charge as a courtesy

"The hotel offers complimentary breakfast for all guests."

verb
/kəmˈplaɪ/

to act in accordance with a rule, request, or law

"All companies must comply with safety regulations."

noun
/kəmˈpoʊnənt/

a part or element of a larger whole, especially a machine or system

"The engine is the most important component of the car."

verb
/kəmˈpɔːrt/

to behave or conduct oneself in a particular way

"She comported herself with grace during the ceremony."

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compose

verb
/kəmˈpəʊz/

to create or write something, especially music, poetry, or a letter

"She likes to compose songs in her free time."

adjective
/kəmˈpoʊzd/

calm and in control of oneself; made up of or formed from

"He remained composed even under pressure."

noun
/kəmˈpəʊzə(r)/

a person who writes music, especially classical music

"The composer is working on a new symphony."

noun
/ˌkɒmpəˈzɪʃən/

the act of creating a piece of writing, music, or art; the way parts are arranged

"Her composition won first prize in the contest."

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Compositor

noun
/kəmˈpɒz.ɪ.tər/

a person who arranges type for printing or creates musical compositions

"The compositor carefully arranged the text for the newspaper."

noun
/ˈkɒmpoʊst/

decayed organic matter used as fertilizer

"The gardener added compost to enrich the soil."

composting definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˈkɒm.pɒ.stɪŋ/

The controlled decomposition of organic matter to produce fertilizer.

"Composting reduces waste and enhances soil fertility."

composure definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/kəmˈpoʊʒər/

the state of being calm and in control of oneself

"She managed to keep her composure during the heated debate."

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compound

noun
/ˈkɑːmpaʊnd/

a thing that is composed of two or more separate elements; an enclosed area with buildings

"The scientist studied the chemical compound in the lab."

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noun
kəmˈpaʊnd.ɪŋ

The process in which an asset's earnings, from either capital gains or interest, are reinvested to generate additional earnings over time.

"Compounding allows investments to grow exponentially over time."

verb
/ˌkɒmprɪˈhɛnd/

to understand or grasp the meaning of something

"It is difficult to comprehend the scale of the disaster."

adjective
/ˌkɒmprɪˈhɛnsəbl/

able to be understood; intelligible

"The teacher explained the topic in a comprehensible way."

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noun
/ˌkɒmprɪˈhɛnʃən/

the ability to understand something

"Good reading comprehension is essential for academic success."

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adjective
/ˌkɒmprɪˈhɛnsɪv/

including all or nearly all elements or aspects; complete

"The report provides a comprehensive overview of the project."

verb
/kəmˈprɛs/

to press or squeeze something so that it becomes smaller

"The file was compressed to save storage space."

adjective
/kəmˈprɛsəbl̩/

Capable of being compressed or reduced in volume.

"Air is a compressible substance, unlike water."

noun
/kəmˈprɛʃn̩/

The act of pressing or squeezing something into a smaller space.

"File compression helps reduce storage requirements."

verb
/kəmˈpraɪz/

To consist of or be made up of something.

"The committee comprises five members."

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noun, verb
/ˈkɒmprəmaɪz/

A settlement of differences in which each side makes concessions; or to weaken or put at risk.

"They reached a compromise after long negotiations."

noun
/kəmˈpʌlʃn̩/

An irresistible urge to do something, or the act of being forced.

"He felt a strong compulsion to check his phone constantly."

adjective
/kəmˈpʌlsɪv/

Resulting from or acting on an irresistible urge, especially one that is against one's conscious wishes.

"He is a compulsive gambler who cannot stop placing bets."

adjective
/kəmˈpʌlsəri/

Required by law or a rule; obligatory.

"Wearing seat belts is compulsory in most countries."

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noun
/kəmˈpʌŋkʃən/

A feeling of guilt or moral scruple that prevents or follows wrongdoing.

"She felt no compunction about lying to protect her friend."

computation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
ˌkɒm.pjʊˈteɪ.ʃən

The action of mathematical calculation.

"Complex computation is required for AI models."

computational communication definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
ˌkɒmpjʊˈteɪʃənəl kəˌmjuːnɪˈkeɪʃən

Digital exchange and automated interaction; the use of computational methods and systems to facilitate communication and information sharing.

"Computational communication is reshaping how we share information."

verb
/kəmˈpjuːt/

To calculate or determine by using a computer or mathematical methods.

"The software can compute the total cost in seconds."

noun
/kəmˈpjuːtə(r)/

an electronic device for storing and processing data

"I bought a new computer for my office work."

verb
/kɒnˈkætəneɪt/

To link things together in a series or chain.

"The program concatenates two strings into one."

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adjective
/ˈkɒn.keɪv/

curved inward like the inside of a bowl

"The mirror had a concave surface that magnified her reflection."

verb
/kənˈsiːl/

to hide something or keep it secret

"He tried to conceal his disappointment behind a smile."

verb
/kənˈsiːd/

to admit something is true or valid, often reluctantly

"She finally conceded that she was wrong."

noun
/kənˈsiːt/

excessive pride in oneself; vanity

"His conceit made him unpopular among his colleagues."

verb
/kənˈsiːv/

to form or imagine an idea in the mind; to become pregnant

"It is hard to conceive how such an idea could succeed."

verb
/ˈkɒnsəntreɪt/

to focus all one's attention or mental effort on a particular object or activity

"She tried to concentrate on her studies despite the noise."

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noun
/ˌkɒnsnˈtreɪʃən/

the act of focusing one's attention or mental effort on something

"Good concentration is essential for success in exams."

adjective
/kənˈsɛntrɪk/

having a common center, as in circles or spheres

"The artist drew concentric circles on the canvas."

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noun
/ˈkɒnsɛpt/

an abstract idea or a general notion

"The concept of freedom is valued by all societies."

noun
/kənˈsɛpʃən/

the forming or understanding of an idea; the act of conceiving a child

"Her conception of the project was very different from ours."

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noun
kənˌsep.tʃu.ə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

The process of forming a concept or idea; the process of developing something in the mind.

"The conceptualization of renewable cities is groundbreaking."

verb
/kənˈsɛptʃuəlaɪz/

to form an idea or concept of something in your mind

"The artist conceptualized a new design for the exhibition."

noun/verb
/kənˈsɜːrn/

to relate to or affect; a matter of worry or interest

"Environmental issues concern all of us."

adjective
/kənˈsɜːnd/

worried or anxious about something; involved or interested in something

"She was concerned about her mother's health."

preposition
/kənˈsɜːnɪŋ/

about or relating to something; causing worry or anxiety

"There are some reports concerning the new project."

noun
/ˈkɒnsət/

A musical performance given by one or more singers or musicians.

"We went to a concert last night and enjoyed the live music."

adjective
/kənˈsɜːrtɪd/

done with great effort, planned and performed together by multiple people

"The workers made a concerted effort to improve conditions."