Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

noun
/kənˈtʃɛrtoʊ/

a musical composition for one or more solo instruments accompanied by an orchestra

"She played a Mozart concerto with the orchestra."

noun
/kənˈsɛʃən/

something that is granted, especially in response to demands; a compromise

"The company made several concessions during the negotiations."

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Conch

noun
/kɑːntʃ/

a large spiral shell, often used as a trumpet in ceremonies

"The priest blew the conch to begin the ritual."

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conciliate

verb
/kənˈsɪlieɪt/

to stop someone from being angry; to win over by friendly acts

"He tried to conciliate the angry customer with an apology."

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adjective
/kənˈsɪliətɔːri/

intended to make someone less angry or more agreeable; soothing

"She spoke in a conciliatory tone to ease the tension."

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concise

adjective
/kənˈsaɪs/

giving much information clearly and in a few words; brief but comprehensive

"The teacher asked for a concise summary of the article."

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Conck

noun
/kɒŋk/

a shell, especially a large spiral one used as a horn or for decoration

"The priest blew the conch shell to signal the start of the ceremony."

noun
/ˈkɒnk.leɪv/

a private meeting, especially a secret or important one

"The leaders met in a secret conclave to discuss the strategy."

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verb
/kənˈkluːd/

To bring something to an end or to reach a decision after consideration.

"The meeting concluded after two hours of discussion."

noun
/kənˈkluːʒən/

The end or finish of an event, process, or text; a judgment reached after consideration.

"The research paper ends with a strong conclusion."

adjective
/kənˈkluːsɪv/

serving to prove a case; decisive or convincing

"The DNA test provided conclusive evidence of his innocence."

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verb
/kənˈkɒkt/

to make something, especially food or a story, by mixing or inventing

"He concocted a story to explain his absence."

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adjective
/kənˈkɒmɪtənt/

Naturally accompanying or associated with something.

"Increased stress is often concomitant with long working hours."

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concord

noun
/ˈkɒŋ.kɔːd/

Agreement or harmony between people or groups.

"The two nations lived in concord for many years."

noun
/kənˈkɔːrdəns/

Agreement; also an alphabetical index of the principal words in a book.

"There is a strong concordance between the two reports."

noun
/ˈkɒŋ.kɔː.dæt/

An agreement or treaty, especially between the Vatican and a secular government.

"The concordat established the rights of the church within the country."

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Concrete

adjective
/ˈkɒŋkriːt/

based on facts, not on ideas or guesses; specific and real

"She gave a concrete example to support her argument."

verb
/kənˈkɜːr/

To agree with someone or something.

"I concur with your opinion on this matter."

noun
/kənˈkʌrəns/

Agreement or union in action, opinion, or occurrence; simultaneous happening of events.

"The project was completed with the concurrence of all departments."

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adjective
/kənˈkʌrənt/

Happening, existing, or done at the same time.

"The university offers several concurrent courses during the summer."

noun
/kənˈkʌʃən/

A temporary unconsciousness or shock caused by a blow to the head.

"He suffered a concussion after falling from the bike."

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verb
/kənˈdɛm/

To express strong disapproval of; to declare something as wrong or unacceptable.

"The government condemned the act of violence."

noun
/ˌkɒndɛnˈseɪʃən/

The process of water vapor changing into liquid; also, the act of making something more concise.

"Condensation formed on the windows during the cold night."

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verb
/kənˈdɛns/

to make something shorter, more concentrated, or more compact

"The editor asked the writer to condense the article into one page."

noun
/kənˈdenst mɪlk/

milk from which water has been removed and sugar added, creating a thick, sweet product

"The recipe calls for a can of condensed milk to make the dessert extra creamy."

verb
/ˌkɒndɪˈsɛnd/

to behave as if one is superior while being gracious to others

"He would not condescend to answer such a trivial question."

adjective
/ˌkɒndɪˈsɛndɪŋ/

having or showing an attitude of patronizing superiority

"Her condescending tone upset her colleagues."

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condign

adjective
/ˈkɒndaɪn/

deserved, appropriate, and fitting (especially punishment)

"The criminal received condign punishment for his crimes."

noun
/ˈkɒndɪmənt/

a substance such as salt, mustard, or ketchup that is used to add flavor to food

"Ketchup is a popular condiment in many countries."

noun
/ˈkɒndɪmənts/

Seasonings or sauces used to add flavor to food.

"Ketchup and mustard are popular condiments for burgers."

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noun
/kənˈdɪʃən/

The state of something with regard to its appearance, quality, or working order; a requirement that must be met.

"The car is in excellent condition."

adjective
/kənˈdɪʃ.ən.əl/

dependent on certain conditions; not absolute

"The job offer is conditional upon passing the background check."

verb
/kənˈdəʊl/

To express sympathy for someone who is suffering or grieving.

"Neighbors came to condole with the family after the tragedy."

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condolence

noun
/kənˈdəʊləns/

An expression of sympathy, especially on the occasion of death.

"She offered her sincere condolence to the grieving family."

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verb
/kənˈdəʊn/

To accept or allow behavior that is morally wrong or offensive.

"The manager refused to condone harassment in the workplace."

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conduce

verb
/kənˈdjuːs/

To help bring about a particular result; to contribute to something.

"Regular exercise conduces to better health."

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adjective
/kənˈdjuːsɪv/

making a certain situation or outcome likely or possible

"A quiet environment is conducive to studying."

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conduct

noun, verb
/ˈkɒndʌkt/ (noun), /kənˈdʌkt/ (verb)

to organize or carry out; or a person's behavior

"The teacher conducted the exam fairly."

adjective
/kənˈdʌktəbl̩/

capable of being conducted, especially electricity or heat

"Copper is highly conductible to electricity."

noun
/kənˈdʌktər/

a person who directs a performance or someone who collects fares on public transport; or a material that conducts electricity

"The conductor waved his baton to start the orchestra."

noun
/ˈkɒndjuɪt/ or /ˈkɑːnduɪt/

a channel or pipe for conveying water, electricity, or information

"The cable was placed inside a protective conduit."

noun
/kənˈfɛkʃəneri/

sweets, candies, and other food items made with sugar

"The shop sells a wide variety of confectionery."

noun
/kənˈfɛdərəsi/

a group of states, people, or organizations united for a common purpose

"The southern states formed a confederacy during the civil war."

noun/adjective
/kənˈfɛdərət/

a person, group, or state joined in an alliance or union; relating to a confederacy

"The confederate soldiers fought bravely in the war."

verb
/kənˈfɜːr/

to discuss something important or to grant or bestow something

"The committee will confer to decide on the new policy."

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conferee

noun
/ˌkɒnfəˈriː/

a person who takes part in a conference

"Each conferee received a badge at the registration desk."

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noun
/ˈkɒnfərəns/

A formal meeting for discussion, especially about a particular subject.

"She is attending an international business conference."

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verb
/kənˈfɛs/

to admit that you have done something wrong or illegal

"He confessed that he had stolen the money."

noun
/kənˈfɛʃən/

a statement admitting that one is guilty of a crime or has done something wrong

"The suspect made a full confession to the police."

noun
/kənˈfɛsər/

A person who confesses sins or secrets, especially to a priest.

"The confessor listened patiently to the troubled man."