Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

Generations definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Generations

noun
ˌdʒɛnəˈreɪʃənz

All of the people born and living at about the same time, regarded collectively.

"The family tree spans several generations."

adjective
/dʒəˈnɛrɪk/

characteristic of or relating to a whole group or class; not specific

"This medicine is available in generic form."

noun
/ˌdʒɛnəˈrɒsəti/

the quality of being kind and willing to give more than necessary

"Her generosity impressed everyone at the event."

adjective
/ˈdʒɛnərəs/

willing to give or share more than is necessary; kind and giving

"She is very generous with her time and money."

adverb
/ˈdʒenərəsli/

in a kind, giving, or unselfish manner; in a plentiful or abundant way

"She generously donated money to help the poor."

genesis definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˈdʒɛnəsɪs/

the origin or beginning of something

"The book explores the genesis of modern technology."

genetic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective
/dʒəˈnɛtɪk/

relating to genes or heredity

"The disease is caused by a genetic mutation."

genetic modification definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
dʒəˈnɛt.ɪk ˌmɒd.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən

The process of altering the genetic code of plants or animals.

"Genetic modification enhances crop resistance to pests and diseases."

genetics definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
dʒəˈnet.ɪks

The study of heredity and the variation of inherited characteristics.

"Genetics plays a pivotal role in healthcare advancements."

adjective
/ˈdʒiː.ni.əl/

friendly, cheerful, and pleasant

"She greeted us with a genial smile."

geniality definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˌdʒiː.niˈæl.ə.ti/

the quality of being friendly and cheerful

"His geniality made him popular among his colleagues."

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genital

adjective
/ˈdʒen.ɪ.təl/

relating to the reproductive organs

"The doctor explained the importance of genital hygiene."

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genitive

adjective
/ˈdʒen.ɪ.tɪv/

relating to or denoting a case of nouns and pronouns indicating possession

"In English, the genitive case is often shown with an apostrophe and 's'."

noun
/ˈdʒiːniəs/

a person with exceptional intellectual or creative ability

"Einstein was a scientific genius."

genocide definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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genocide

noun
/ˈdʒɛnəˌsaɪd/

the deliberate killing of a large number of people from a particular nation or ethnic group with the aim of destroying that nation or group

"The genocide in Rwanda led to the deaths of hundreds of thousands."

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genre

noun
/ˈʒɑːn.rə/

a style or category of art, music, or literature

"Romance is her favorite genre of movies."

adjective
/dʒɛnˈtiːl/

Polite, refined, or respectable, often in an affected or exaggerated way

"She spoke in a genteel manner that impressed the guests."

noun
/ˈdʒɛntaɪl/

A person who is not Jewish

"The synagogue welcomed both Jews and Gentiles."

noun
/dʒɛnˈtɪlɪti/

Social superiority demonstrated by polite manners, refinement, or respectability

"His speech revealed an air of gentility."

adjective
/ˈdʒɛntəl/

Kind, mild, or tender in nature or behavior

"He was always gentle with children."

noun
/ˈdʒɛntəlmən/

a man who is polite, courteous, and honorable

"He opened the door for her like a true gentleman."

adverb
/ˈdʒɛntli/

in a kind, careful, or soft way

"She gently placed the baby in the crib."

noun
/ˈdʒɛntri/

People of good social position, usually of high birth or wealthy landowners

"The gentry of the town gathered for the annual ball."

verb
/ˈdʒɛn.juˌflɛkt/

to bend one or both knees as a sign of reverence or worship

"The worshippers genuflect before the altar."

adjective
/ˈdʒɛnjʊɪn/

real and authentic; not fake or artificial

"This is a genuine leather bag."

adverb
/ˈdʒɛnjʊɪnli/

in a truthful and sincere way

"She genuinely cares about the environment."

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genus

noun
/ˈdʒiː.nəs/

a category in biological classification ranking above species and below family

"The tiger belongs to the genus Panthera."

adjective
/ˌdʒiːəˈɡræfɪkəl/

relating to geography; connected with the physical features, location, or characteristics of the Earth or a particular area

"The country’s geographical position makes it an important trading hub."

noun
/dʒiˈɒɡrəfi/

the study of the Earth’s physical features, climates, populations, and the relationships between people and their environments

"She studies geography to understand how landscapes and human societies interact."

geological structure definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
ˌdʒiːəˈlɒdʒɪkəl ˈstrʌktʃər

The arrangement and composition of rocks, minerals, and landforms in the Earth's crust.

"Scientists will study the Moon's geological structure."

noun
/dʒiˈɒl.ə.dʒi/

the science that deals with the Earth's physical structure and substances

"She studied geology to understand earthquakes."

geriatric society definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
ˌdʒɛriˈætrɪk səˈsaɪəti

A society or community where elderly people make up a large proportion of the population

"A geriatric society demands specialized healthcare systems."

noun
/ˌdʒɛr.iˈætrɪks/

the branch of medicine dealing with the health and care of old people

"He specialized in geriatrics to care for the elderly."

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germ

noun
/dʒɜːm/

a microscopic organism, especially one that causes disease

"Washing your hands helps prevent the spread of germs."

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german

noun/adjective
/ˈdʒɜːrmən/

relating to Germany, its people, or its language

"She is learning German to study abroad."

adjective
/dʒərˈmeɪn/

Relevant and appropriate to the subject being considered.

"Her comments were not germane to the discussion."

adjective
/ˈdʒɜːrmɪnəl/

Relating to the earliest stage of development.

"The idea was still in its germinal stage."

verb
/ˈdʒɜːrmɪneɪt/

To begin to grow or develop, especially referring to a seed.

"The seeds germinate quickly in moist soil."

noun
/ˌdʒerənˈtɑːkrəsi/

A system of government or control by old people.

"The country was seen as a gerontocracy, dominated by elderly leaders."

noun
/ˌdʒerənˈtɑːlədʒi/

The scientific study of old age and the process of aging.

"She chose to specialize in gerontology after completing medical school."

gerrymander definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb
/ˈdʒɛriˌmændər/

to manipulate the boundaries of an electoral constituency to favor one party or class

"The ruling party was accused of trying to gerrymander the districts to secure more seats."

verb
/ˈdʒɛsteɪt/

to carry and develop in the womb during pregnancy; to develop an idea over a period of time

"The mother whale gestates her calf for over a year."

noun
/dʒɛˈsteɪʃən/

the process of carrying or being carried in the womb between conception and birth; the development of an idea or plan

"The gestation period of an elephant is nearly two years."

verb
/dʒɛˈstɪkjʊleɪt/

to use gestures, especially dramatic ones, instead of speaking or to emphasize one's words

"He gesticulated wildly to get their attention."

noun
/dʒɛˌstɪkjʊˈleɪʃən/

a gesture, especially a dramatic one, used instead of speaking or to emphasize speech

"His speech was full of passionate gesticulations."

gesticulations definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
dʒɛsˌtɪk.jʊˈleɪ.ʃənz

Expressive hand or body movements while speaking to convey thoughts or emotions

"His energetic gesticulations made the speech more engaging."

noun
/ˈdʒɛs.tʃər/

A movement of part of the body, especially the hands or head, to express an idea or meaning.

"She made a friendly gesture to welcome the guests."

gestures definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
ˈdʒes.tʃərz

Body movements, especially of hands, face, or body when speaking.

"Effective gestures add emphasis to a speech."

get definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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get

verb
/ɡɛt/

to obtain, receive, or come to have something

"I need to get a new phone before my old one stops working."

noun
/ˈɡaɪ.zər/

A natural hot spring that intermittently ejects a column of water and steam into the air.

"The geyser erupted, shooting water high into the sky."