Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

adjective
/ˈleɪ.tɪʃ/

Somewhat late; occurring or arriving later than usual but not very late.

"We arrived latish to the party but still caught most of the fun."

noun
/ˈlætɪˌtjuːd/

The angular distance north or south of the equator; also freedom or scope to act.

"The city lies at a high latitude close to the Arctic Circle."

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latter

adjective
/ˈlætər/

the second of two people or things mentioned

"Between tea and coffee, I prefer the latter."

noun
/ˈlætɪs/

A structure of crossed strips arranged in a grid or crisscross pattern.

"The garden was decorated with a wooden lattice covered in vines."

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laud

verb
/lɔːd/

To praise someone or something highly, especially in public.

"The critic lauded the actor's performance as a masterpiece."

adjective
/ˈlɔː.də.bəl/

Deserving praise and admiration.

"Her efforts to help the poor are truly laudable."

noun
/lɔːˈdeɪʃən/

The act of praising or expressing approval.

"The poet received much laudation for his moving verses."

adjective
/ˈlɔːdəˌtɔːri/

Expressing praise or admiration.

"She wrote a laudatory review of the new book."

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laugh

verb, noun
/læf/

to make sounds and movements of the face that show amusement or joy

"They laughed loudly at the comedian's joke."

noun
/ˈlæftər/

the act or sound of laughing

"The room was filled with laughter."

verb, noun
/lɔːntʃ/

to start or introduce something, especially a new product, service, or event

"The company launched a new app last month."

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verb
lɔːntʃt

Set (something) in motion by pushing it or letting it go.

"The satellite was launched successfully."

verb
/ˈlɔːndər/

to wash clothes, linens, etc.; or to conceal the origins of money obtained illegally

"She laundered all the dirty clothes on Sunday."

noun
/ˈlɔːndrəs/

A woman whose job is washing clothes and linens.

"The laundress delivered the freshly cleaned clothes to the household."

noun
/ˈlɔːndri/

clothes or linens that need to be washed or have been washed

"She folded the clean laundry neatly."

noun
/ˈlɔːriət/

A person honored with an award for outstanding achievement in a field, especially the arts or sciences.

"The Nobel laureate gave an inspiring lecture on peace."

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lave

verb
/leɪv/

To wash or bathe.

"She laved her face with cool water."

noun
/ˈlæv.ən.dər/

a fragrant purple flowering plant used in perfumes and aromatherapy

"The lavender field filled the air with its sweet, calming fragrance."

adjective, verb
/ˈlævɪʃ/

Rich, elaborate, or luxurious; to bestow something in generous or extravagant quantities.

"They gave her a lavish wedding reception with hundreds of guests."

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Law

noun
/lɔː/

a system of rules created and enforced by authority to regulate behavior

"Everyone must obey the law of the country."

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Lawful

adjective
/ˈlɔː.fəl/

legal; legitimate; valid; just

"The judge confirmed that their actions were lawful and proper."

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lawgiver

noun
/ˈlɔːˌɡɪvər/

A person who creates or enforces laws; a legislator.

"Moses is often regarded as a great lawgiver in history."

adjective
/ˈlɔː.ləs/

without law; anarchic; unruly; criminal

"The frontier town was known for its lawless behavior and chaos."

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Lawlessness

noun
/ˈlɔː.ləs.nəs/

absence of law and order; a state where laws do not exist or are not enforced

"The city descended into lawlessness after the government collapsed."

noun
/ˈlɔːˌmeɪkər/

A member of a legislative body who makes laws.

"The lawmaker introduced a new bill on education reform."

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Lawn

noun
/lɔːn/

an area of short, regularly cut grass in a yard or park

"Children were playing on the green lawn."

noun
/ˈlɔːsuːt/

a legal case brought to a court of law by one person against another

"The company faced a lawsuit over false advertising."

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Lawyer

noun
/ˈlɔːjər/

A professional who practices or studies law; an attorney.

"The lawyer presented the case confidently in court."

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lax

adjective
/læks/

Not strict, severe, or careful; negligent or careless.

"The security at the airport was surprisingly lax."

noun, adjective
/ˈlæksətɪv/

A medicine or substance that stimulates bowel movements; tending to loosen or relieve constipation.

"The doctor prescribed a mild laxative for her condition."

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lay

verb
/leɪ/

To put something down carefully in a flat position.

"She laid the book on the table."

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Layer

noun
/ˈleɪər/

A sheet, thickness, or coating of something that lies over or under a surface.

"The cake had a layer of cream between the sponges."

noun
/ˈleɪmən/

A person without professional or specialized knowledge in a particular subject.

"To a layman, the medical explanation was confusing."

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layout

noun
/ˈleɪaʊt/

the arrangement or design of something, especially the arrangement of elements in a book, webpage, or room

"The designer presented a new layout for the website that was much more user-friendly."

noun
/ˈleɪˌpɜːrsən/

A person who is not a member of the clergy or does not have specialized knowledge in a subject.

"The judge explained the law so that the layperson could understand."

adverb
/ˈleɪ.zɪ.li/

in a way that shows unwillingness to work or use energy; sluggishly

"He lazily stretched his arms and yawned in the morning."

noun
/ˈleɪ.zi.nəs/

the quality of being unwilling to work or use energy; idleness

"His laziness prevented him from achieving his goals."

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Lazy

adjective
/ˈleɪ.zi/

idle; unwilling to work; sluggish

"He was too lazy to clean his room on the weekend."

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lea

noun
/liː/

An open area of grassy or arable land; a meadow.

"The cottage was surrounded by a quiet lea."

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lead

verb
/liːd/

To guide or be in charge; to show the way.

"He led the team to victory."

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noun
/ˈliːdər/

A person who leads a group, organization, or country.

"The leader inspired the team with his vision."

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noun
/ˈliːdərˌʃɪp/

The action of leading a group of people or an organization.

"Her leadership inspired the entire team to achieve their goals."

adjective
/ˈliːdɪŋ/

most important or most successful; at the front

"She is one of the leading experts in the field."

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Leaf

noun
/liːf/

A flat, green part of a plant that grows from the stem or branch.

"A green leaf fell from the tree."

adjective
/ˈliːf.ləs/

without leaves; bare

"The leafless trees looked bare in winter."

noun
/ˈliːflət/

A printed sheet of paper, often folded, used to advertise or provide information.

"The volunteers distributed leaflets about the campaign."

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Leafy

adjective
/ˈliː.fi/

having many leaves; covered with leaves

"The leafy green vegetables are very nutritious."

noun
/liːɡ/

An association of people or groups united for a common purpose; also a unit of distance (old use).

"Several clubs formed a league to promote sportsmanship."

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Leak

noun/verb
/liːk/

to allow liquid or gas to escape; or a hole through which liquid or gas can escape

"Water started to leak from the ceiling after the storm."

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Lean

verb
/liːn/

To move or bend your body in a particular direction.

"He had to lean forward to hear her clearly."