Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

noun
/ˈɡæd.flaɪ/

A person who annoys or criticizes others to stimulate change or provoke action.

"The journalist was a gadfly, constantly questioning the government's policies."

noun
/ˈɡædʒ.ɪt/

A small mechanical or electronic device with a particular function, often novel or useful.

"He loves buying the latest kitchen gadgets."

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gaff

noun
/ɡæf/

A social blunder or mistake; also a hook or device used in fishing or theater.

"He made a major gaff during the meeting by forgetting the client's name."

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gaffe

noun
/ɡæf/

An unintentional act or remark causing embarrassment; a blunder.

"The politician's gaffe quickly spread on social media."

noun
/ˈɡeɪəti/

The state of being cheerful, lively, or full of fun.

"The festival was full of music, laughter, and gaiety."

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Gaily

adverb
/ˈɡeɪli/

In a cheerful or lively way.

"Children ran gaily through the garden."

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gain

verb
/ɡeɪn/

to obtain or achieve something, often an advantage or benefit

"She gained valuable experience from her internship."

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verb
/ˌɡeɪnˈseɪ/

To deny, contradict, or speak against.

"No one could gainsay the evidence presented in court."

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gait

noun
/ɡeɪt/

A person's manner of walking.

"His slow gait showed that he was tired."

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adjective
ɡəˈlæktɪk

Of or relating to a galaxy or galaxies.

"The galactic phenomena observed by the telescope were mesmerizing."

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noun
/ˈɡæl.ək.siːz/

Large collections of stars, gas, and dust held together by gravity.

"Distant galaxies hold clues about the early universe."

noun
/ˈɡæləksi/

A massive system of stars, gas, dust, and dark matter bound together by gravity.

"The Milky Way is the galaxy that contains our solar system."

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Gale

noun
/ɡeɪl/

A very strong wind.

"The ship struggled to stay afloat during the gale."

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gall

noun, verb
/ɡɔːl/

Annoyance, boldness, or to irritate.

"She had the gall to question his decision."

adjective
/ˈɡæl.ənt/

Brave, heroic, or chivalrous.

"The gallant firefighter saved the child from the burning building."

noun
/ˈɡæliən/

A large sailing ship used mainly by Europeans from the 16th to 18th centuries.

"The Spanish galleon carried treasures across the Atlantic."

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Gallery

noun
/ˈɡæləri/

A room or building for the display or sale of works of art.

"The gallery showcased modern paintings by local artists."

noun
/ˈɡæli/

A low, flat ship used in ancient times, often with sails and oars; also, a kitchen on a ship or aircraft.

"The galley was filled with the smell of freshly cooked food."

noun
/ˈɡælən/

a unit of measurement for liquid capacity, equal to 4 quarts or approximately 3.8 liters

"He bought a gallon of milk."

noun
/ˈɡæloʊz/

A structure used for hanging criminals who have been sentenced to death.

"The criminal was led to the gallows at dawn."

adjective/adverb
/ɡəˈlɔːr/

In large amounts; abundant or plentiful.

"There were books galore in the old library."

adjective
/ɡælˈvænɪk/

Relating to electricity produced by chemical action; sudden and dramatic.

"The news had a galvanic effect on the audience."

noun
/ˈɡælvəˌnɪzəm/

Electricity produced by chemical action, especially in a battery; the therapeutic use of electricity in medicine.

"Galvanism played a key role in early experiments with electricity."

verb
/ˈɡælvənaɪz/

to shock or excite someone into taking action; to coat iron or steel with a protective layer of zinc

"The speech galvanized the crowd into action."

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gambit

noun
/ˈɡæmbɪt/

a calculated move or remark intended to gain an advantage, especially in chess or conversation

"His opening gambit in the debate caught everyone by surprise."

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verb
/ˈɡæmbəl/

to risk money or resources on an uncertain outcome, often in games of chance

"He decided to gamble all his savings on the risky venture."

noun
/ˈɡæm.blər/

a person who gambles regularly, typically someone who cannot resist the urge to gamble

"The experienced gambler knew when to fold his cards and when to bet big."

noun
/ˈɡæmblɪŋ/

the activity of betting money or valuables on an outcome, often involving risk

"He got addicted to gambling at the casino."

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verb
/ˈɡæmbəl/

to run or jump about playfully

"The lambs gamboled in the field under the sun."

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game

noun
/ɡeɪm/

An activity or sport played for amusement, competition, or skill.

"They played a football game in the afternoon."

adverb
/ˈɡeɪmli/

in a brave, spirited, or determined manner

"She gamely accepted the challenge despite the difficulties."

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noun
ˈɡeɪm.pleɪ

The tactical aspects of a game, such as its plot and the way it is played.

"The team's gameplay was innovative."

noun
/ˈɡeɪm.stər/

A person who plays games, especially one who plays them skillfully or professionally.

"The old tavern was filled with gamesters competing in cards and dice."

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noun
/ˈɡeɪmɪŋ/

the action or practice of playing games, especially video games

"Gaming has become a popular pastime among teenagers."

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gamut

noun
/ˈɡæm.ət/

The complete range or scope of something.

"Her emotions ran the gamut from joy to sorrow in just a few minutes."

noun
/ˈɡændər/

male goose

"The gander protected his family from the approaching dog."

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gang

noun
/ɡæŋ/

An organized group of people, often involved in crime or violence.

"The gang was arrested by the police last night."

noun
/ɡænˈdʒɛtɪk liːf fɪʃ/

a small freshwater fish species found in the Ganges river system, known for its leaf-like appearance

"The Gangetic Leaf Fish is commonly found in the rivers of Bangladesh."

adjective
/ˈɡæŋ.ɡli/

Tall, thin, and awkward in movement or appearance.

"The gangly teenager stumbled while trying to dance."

noun
/ˈɡæŋ.ɡriːn/

The death of body tissue due to lack of blood supply or infection.

"If untreated, the wound may lead to gangrene."

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gangway

noun
/ˈɡæŋ.weɪ/

A narrow passage or walkway; also an exclamation used to clear the way.

"The sailors lowered the gangway for passengers to board."

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gap

noun
/ɡæp/

An empty space or break between two objects or parts; a difference or disparity.

"There is a huge gap between the rich and the poor."

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gape

verb
/ɡeɪp/

To stare with an open mouth in wonder or shock; to open wide.

"The tourists gaped at the towering skyscraper."

noun
/ɡəˈrɑːʒ/ or /ɡəˈrɑːdʒ/

A building or space for housing cars or vehicles.

"He parked his car in the garage."

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Garbage

noun
/ˈɡɑːrbɪdʒ/

waste material; things that are no longer useful or wanted

"Please take out the garbage before it starts to smell."

verb
/ˈɡɑːrbəl/

To reproduce a message in a confused, distorted, or unclear way.

"The poor phone connection garbled his words."

adjective
/ˈɡɑːrbəld/

Describes speech or text that is distorted or unclear.

"The radio broadcast was full of garbled messages."

noun
/ˈɡɑːrdn/

A piece of ground where flowers, vegetables, or plants are grown.

"She grows roses in her garden."

noun
/ˈɡɑːr.dən.ər/

a person who tends and cultivates a garden

"The gardener planted beautiful flowers in the backyard."

noun
/ɡɑːrˈdiː.ni.ə/

a white or yellow fragrant flower with waxy petals

"The gardenia bush produced beautiful white flowers with a lovely scent."