Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

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i

pronoun A1
/aɪ/

used by a speaker to refer to himself or herself

"I am learning English every day."

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Ice

noun A1
/aɪs/

frozen water, a solid form of water

"The lake was covered with thick ice in winter."

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noun A1
/ˈaɪs kriːm/

a frozen sweet dessert made from dairy products, usually served cold

"Children love to eat ice-cream on hot summer days."

adjective C2
/ˈɪkθiɪk/

Relating to or resembling fish.

"The artist's painting had an ichthyic quality."

noun C2
/ˌɪkθiˈɒlədʒɪst/

A scientist who studies fish.

"The ichthyologist discovered a new species of fish in the river."

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ichthyology

noun C2
/ˌɪkθiˈɒlədʒi/

The branch of zoology that deals with fish.

"He pursued a degree in ichthyology at the university."

noun C2
/ˈɪkθiəˌsɔːrz/

Extinct marine reptiles that resembled fish and dolphins, dominant during the Mesozoic era.

"Ichthyosaurs were swift predators of the ancient seas."

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icily

adverb C2
/ˈaɪsɪli/

In a very cold, unfriendly, or hostile manner.

"She replied icily to his question."

noun C2
/ˈaɪsinəs/

The state of being cold in manner or temperature.

"There was a distinct iciness in his voice."

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icon

noun B2
/ˈaɪkɒn/

A person or thing regarded as a symbol of something, or a graphic symbol on a screen.

"The singer became a cultural icon."

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adjective B2
aɪˈkɒn.ɪk

Symbolic, legendary, famous, representing something significant or characteristic.

"The Eiffel Tower is an iconic landmark of France."

noun C2
/aɪˈkɒnəklæst/

A person who attacks or criticizes cherished beliefs, traditions, or institutions.

"He was known as an iconoclast who challenged old traditions."

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adjective C2
/ˌaɪ.kə.nəˈklæs.tɪk/

Characterized by attacking or rejecting cherished beliefs, traditions, or established values.

"Her iconoclastic views challenged the conventional wisdom of the industry."

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Icy

adjective B2
/ˈaɪsi/

extremely cold; covered with ice; unfriendly or hostile

"The icy wind made everyone shiver."

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id

noun B2
/aɪˈdiː/

identification; a document or number used to prove who someone is

"Please show your ID at the entrance."

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Idea

noun A1
/aɪˈdiːə/

A thought, plan, or suggestion about what to do.

"She had a brilliant idea for a new business."

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adjective B1
/aɪˈdiːəl/

the best possible; perfect for a situation

"This place is ideal for a picnic."

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adjective + noun B2
aɪˈdiːəl ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt

Perfect or most suitable conditions for growth or development

"Winter creates an ideal environment for vegetable growth."

Idealism definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/aɪˈdiː.ə.lɪ.zəm/

the pursuit of high principles and noble goals; unrealistic pursuit of perfection

"His youthful idealism motivated him to join various social justice movements."

adjective C1
/ˌaɪdiəˈlɪstɪk/

pursuing high principles or ideals; unrealistically optimistic

"She has an idealistic view of changing the world."

verb C1
/aɪˈdiː.ə.laɪz/

To regard or represent something as perfect or better than it really is.

"Children often idealize their parents."

ideation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˌaɪdiˈeɪʃən/

The process of forming ideas or concepts.

"The workshop focused on ideation and brainstorming."

Identical definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/aɪˈdentɪkl/

Exactly the same in every detail.

"The twins wore identical clothes."

identification definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/aɪˌdɛntɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

the process of recognizing or proving who or what someone or something is

"You need proper identification to enter the building."

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verb B2
aɪˈdɛntɪfaɪd

To recognize or establish who or what someone or something is.

"The root causes of the issue need to be identified."

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verb B1
/aɪˈdɛntɪfaɪ/

to recognize or establish what something or someone is

"The police could not identify the suspect."

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noun B1
/aɪˈdɛntɪti/

the characteristics, feelings, or beliefs that make a person or group different from others

"Cultural traditions are an important part of national identity."

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adjective C1
/ˌaɪ.di.əˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl/

Relating to or based on a system of ideas or beliefs.

"The two parties are divided by deep ideological differences."

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noun C1
/ˌaɪ.diˈɒl.ə.dʒi/

A system of ideas and ideals, especially one that forms the basis of economic or political theory and policy.

"Democracy is based on the ideology of freedom and equality."

Idiocy definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈɪd.i.ə.si/

extremely stupid behavior or actions; foolishness

"The decision to ignore safety protocols was pure idiocy that endangered everyone."

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idiom

noun C1
/ˈɪd.i.əm/

A group of words whose meaning is different from the meanings of the individual words.

"The idiom 'break the ice' means to start a conversation in a friendly way."

noun C2
/ˌɪdiəˈsɪŋkrəsi/

A distinctive or peculiar characteristic, habit, or mannerism unique to an individual.

"One of her idiosyncrasies was humming while working."

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adjective C1
/ˌɪdiəsɪnˈkrætɪk/

Peculiar or individual; relating to an idiosyncrasy.

"He has an idiosyncratic approach to problem-solving."

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idiot

noun B2
/ˈɪdɪət/

a person who acts in a way that is considered very stupid or foolish

"He acted like an idiot at the party last night."

adjective B2
/ˌɪd.iˈɒt.ɪk/

extremely stupid; foolish; senseless

"His idiotic behavior embarrassed everyone at the meeting."

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Idle

adjective, verb B2
/ˈaɪd(ə)l/

Adjective: not active or in use; lazy. Verb: to spend time doing nothing.

"The workers sat idle during the power outage."

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idler

noun C2
/ˈaɪdlər/

A person who avoids work or spends time lazily.

"He was known as an idler who wasted his days."

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Idol

noun B2
/ˈaɪ.dəl/

an image or representation of a god used as an object of worship; a person who is greatly admired

"The singer became a teenage idol after her hit song topped the charts worldwide."

adjective C2
/ˌaɪdəˈlɑːtrɪəs/

Excessively devoted or reverent towards idols or false gods.

"The ancient tribe was known for its idolatrious practices."

verb C2
/aɪˈdɒləˌtraɪz/

To worship idols; to regard with excessive devotion or admiration.

"They began to idolatrize the statue as a deity."

adjective C2
/aɪˈdɒlətrəs/

Excessively admiring or worshipping someone or something as an idol.

"The king was criticized for his idolatrous devotion to wealth."

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noun C2
/aɪˈdɒlətri/

The worship of idols or extreme admiration for someone or something.

"The priest condemned the idolatry practiced in the village."

verb C1
/ˈaɪdəlaɪz/

To admire or worship someone excessively.

"Fans often idolize celebrities for their talent and lifestyle."

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idyll

noun C2
/ˈaɪdɪl/

An extremely happy, peaceful, or picturesque episode or scene, often idealized.

"Their honeymoon was an idyll on a tropical island."

adjective C1
/aɪˈdɪlɪk/

Like an idyll; extremely happy, peaceful, or picturesque.

"They enjoyed an idyllic vacation by the sea."

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ie

abbreviation B1
/ˌaɪˈiː/

That is to say; used to clarify or explain something more precisely.

"Many amphibians, i.e., frogs and salamanders, can live both in water and on land."

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if

conjunction A1
/ɪf/

used to introduce a condition or supposition

"If it rains tomorrow, we will stay home."

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adjective C1
/ˈɪɡ.ni.əs/

Formed through the cooling and solidification of magma or lava.

"Granite is an igneous rock commonly used in construction."

verb C1
/ɪɡˈnaɪt/

To catch fire or cause to catch fire; to start or arouse.

"The sparks ignited the dry leaves in seconds."

adjective C2
/ɪɡˈnoʊ.bəl/

Dishonorable, shameful, or lacking nobility.

"His ignoble actions ruined his reputation."