Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

e-commerce definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
ˈiːˌkɒm.ɜːrs

The process of buying and selling goods or services through the internet.

"E-commerce has revolutionized the way people shop."

e-mail definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun, verb A1
/ˈiː.meɪl/

messages distributed by electronic means from one computer user to another

"I sent an e-mail to my professor yesterday."

e.g. definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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e.g.

abbreviation A2
/iː ˈdʒiː/

For example (from Latin 'exempli gratia').

"You should eat more fruits, e.g., apples and bananas."

each definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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each

determiner/pronoun A1
/iːtʃ/

every one of two or more people or things considered separately

"Each student received a certificate."

Eager definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Eager

adjective B1
/ˈiːɡər/

very excited and interested; keen to do something

"The children were eager to open their gifts."

Eagerly definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B2
/ˈiːɡərli/

with keen interest or enthusiasm; with great desire

"The children eagerly waited for the holiday to begin."

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Eagle

noun A2
/ˈiː.ɡəl/

large bird of prey with powerful wings and sharp talons

"The eagle soared high above the mountains."

noun C2
/ˈiːɡlət/

A young eagle.

"The eaglet waited in the nest for its mother to return."

Ear definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Ear

noun A1
/ɪə(r)/

the organ of hearing and balance in humans and other animals

"She whispered something in his ear."

Ear-ring definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Ear-ring

noun A2
/ˈɪər.ɪŋ/

a piece of jewelry worn on the earlobe or ear

"Her diamond earrings caught everyone's attention."

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early

adjective/adverb A1
/ˈɜːrli/

before the usual or expected time

"She arrived early to the meeting."

verb C1
/ˈɪə.mɑːrk/

To designate funds, resources, or time for a particular purpose.

"The government has earmarked funds for education."

earn definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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earn

verb A2
/ɜːrn/

To receive money or reward in return for work or service.

"She worked hard to earn enough money for college."

earner definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈɜːrnər/

A person who earns money through work or business

"She is the primary earner in her family."

adjective C1
/ˈɜːrnɪst/

showing sincere and intense conviction

"She spoke in an earnest voice about the importance of honesty."

earnings definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈɜːnɪŋz/

money obtained in return for labor or services

"Her monthly earnings are enough to support her family."

earplug definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈɪrˌplʌɡ/

a device inserted into the ear to block out noise or water

"He wore earplugs to sleep during the noisy night."

earshot definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈɪrˌʃɑːt/

the range or distance within which a sound can be heard

"The children whispered secrets out of earshot of their parents."

earsplitting definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/ˈɪrˌsplɪtɪŋ/

extremely loud or piercing sound

"The earsplitting noise of the fire alarm startled everyone."

Earth definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Earth

noun A2
/ɜːrθ/

the planet we live on; soil or ground

"The astronauts looked back at the Earth from space."

Earth-worm definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈɜːθ.wɜːm/

a segmented worm that lives in soil and helps decompose organic matter

"The gardener was happy to find many earthworms in the soil."

adjective C1
/ˈɜːr.θən/

made of earth or clay; relating to pottery or ceramic materials

"The kitchen had beautiful earthen pots for storage."

Earthen pot definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈɜːr.θən pɒt/

a container made of baked clay or earth, used for cooking or storing

"The earthen pot keeps water naturally cool in summer."

earthenware definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈɜːrθənˌwɛr/

pottery made of clay and hardened by heat

"The shop displayed beautiful earthenware pots and bowls."

Earthly definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈɜːrθli/

relating to the physical world as opposed to the spiritual or heavenly; worldly

"He was more concerned with earthly pleasures than spiritual matters."

earthquake definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈɜːrθ.kweɪk/

a sudden shaking of the ground caused by movements within the Earth's crust or volcanic action

"A strong earthquake hit the city last night."

adjective C1
/ˈɜːrθi/

resembling or suggestive of earth or soil; simple, natural, and sometimes coarse

"The dish had a rich, earthy flavor from the mushrooms."

Ease definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Ease

noun/verb B2
/iːz/

absence of difficulty or effort; to make something less serious or severe

"Meditation helps ease stress."

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easel

noun C1
/ˈiːzl̩/

a frame for supporting an artist's canvas while painting or drawing

"The artist placed the canvas on the easel before starting to paint."

Easily definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb A2
/ˈiːzəli/

without difficulty or effort

"He solved the problem easily."

east definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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east

noun A1
/iːst/

The direction from which the sun rises; one of the four cardinal points.

"The sun rises in the east."

Eastern definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective A2
/ˈiːstərn/

Relating to, situated in, or characteristic of the east.

"They traveled to the eastern part of the country."

adverb C1
/ˈiːstwədz/

towards the east; in an eastern direction

"The river flows eastwards into the ocean."

easy definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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easy

adjective A1
/ˈiːzi/

not difficult; requiring little effort

"The exam was surprisingly easy."

Easy-chair definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Easy-chair

noun C1
/ˈiː.zi tʃeər/

a comfortable chair with arms and a back that reclines

"He relaxed in his favorite easy-chair after work."

eat definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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eat

verb A1
/iːt/

To put food into the mouth, chew, and swallow it.

"They eat breakfast together every morning."

adjective B2
/ˈiːtəbl̩/

suitable or safe for eating

"The berries are not only eatable but also quite tasty."

eating definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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eating

verb A1
/ˈiːtɪŋ/

the act of consuming food

"They were eating dinner when the phone rang."

eating habits definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈiː.tɪŋ ˈhæb.ɪts/

A person's usual pattern and preferences in food consumption.

"Developing good eating habits leads to better health."

eavesdrop definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ˈiːvzdrɒp/

to secretly listen to a conversation

"She stood near the door to eavesdrop on their conversation."

Ebb definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Ebb

verb C1
/ɛb/

to recede, decline, or lessen gradually, often referring to the tide or emotions

"Her confidence began to ebb after the repeated failures."

Ebb-tide definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈeb.taɪd/

the movement of the tide out to sea; a time when the sea level is falling

"During ebb-tide, we could walk further out on the beach."

ebullience definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ɪˈbʊliəns/

the quality of being cheerful, enthusiastic, and full of energy

"The teacher's ebullience inspired her students."

ebullient definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/ɪˈbʊliənt/

cheerful and full of energy

"She was ebullient after receiving the good news."

eccentric definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ɪkˈsɛntrɪk/

unconventional and slightly strange in behavior or appearance

"The artist was known for his eccentric style."

eccentricity definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌɛksɛnˈtrɪsəti/

the quality of being unconventional or slightly strange

"His eccentricity made him both admired and misunderstood."

ecclesiastic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ɪˌkliːziˈæstɪk/

A member of the clergy or church official.

"The council was attended by several high-ranking ecclesiastics."

echelon definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈɛʃəlɒn/

A level or rank in an organization, profession, or society.

"She quickly rose to the upper echelon of the company."

Echo definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Echo

noun, verb B2
/ˈɛkəʊ/

a sound that is reflected off a surface and heard again; to repeat or reflect a sound or idea.

"Her laughter echoed through the empty hall."

echoed definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
ˈɛkəʊd

To repeat or resound; to be reminiscent of something.

"The words of gratitude echoed in his heart."