Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

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Teacher

noun
/ˈtiːtʃər/

a person who teaches, especially in a school

"Mr. Smith is the teacher of the math class."

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teaching

noun
/ˈtiːtʃɪŋ/

the profession or practice of teaching

"Teaching is a noble profession."

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team

noun
/tiːm/

a group of people working together towards a common goal

"Our team won the match after a great effort."

noun
/ˈtiːmmeɪt/

a member of the same team

"He congratulated his teammate after scoring the goal."

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tear

verb, noun
/tɪər/ (noun: liquid) /tɛər/ (verb: rip)

As a verb: to pull apart or rip something. As a noun: a drop of clear salty liquid produced by glands in your eyes.

"She accidentally tore her dress on a nail."

adjective
/ˈtɪərfəl/

expressing or showing sadness and sorrow; inclined to weep

"She gave a tearful goodbye to her friends at the airport."

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Tease

verb
/tiːz/

to make fun of someone in a playful or unkind way

"Children often tease their younger siblings playfully."

noun
/ˈtiːspuːn/

a small spoon used for stirring drinks or eating soft foods, or for measuring small amounts of ingredients.

"Add a teaspoon of sugar to the tea."

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adjective
/tɛk ˈdrɪv.ən/

Powered or guided by technology; dependent on technological advancement for operation.

"The agricultural sector is becoming more tech-driven for higher efficiency."

noun
/ˈtɛknɪk/

A method, skill, or art in a particular field, especially in the arts or sciences.

"The artist’s technic in watercolor impressed the judges."

adjective
/ˈtɛknɪkəl/

relating to a specific subject, art, or craft, or its techniques.

"He has a technical background in engineering."

noun
/ˌtɛknɪˈkæləti/

A small detail of law, rule, or procedure; a minor point that affects an outcome.

"The case was dismissed on a technicality."

noun
/tɛkˈnɪʃən/

a person skilled in the practical aspects of a particular science, art, or job

"The technician repaired the computer within an hour."

noun
/tɛkˈniːk/

A particular way of carrying out a task, especially with skill.

"She learned a new breathing technique in yoga class."

noun
/tɛkˈnɒɡrəfi/

the descriptive study or writing about the practical arts, technologies, or technical methods of a society

"The anthropologist specialized in technography to understand indigenous tool-making traditions."

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adjective
/ˌteknəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/

relating to or involving technology or technical processes

"The company is investing heavily in technological innovation."

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noun
/tekˈnɒl.ə.dʒɪ.kəl ədˈvɑːns.mənt/

Progress or improvement in technology that leads to better solutions or capabilities.

"Technological advancement is revolutionizing healthcare."

technology definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/tɛkˈnɒlədʒi/

the application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, especially in industry

"Modern technology has revolutionized communication."

tectonic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective
/tɛkˈtɑː.nɪk/

Relating to the structure of the earth's crust and the large-scale processes that take place within it.

"Tectonic movements cause earthquakes and mountain formation."

adjective
/ˈtiːdiəs/

too long, slow, or dull; tiresome or monotonous

"Filling out endless forms can be a tedious task."

noun
/ˈtiːdiəm/

the state of being tedious; monotony or boredom

"The tedium of long meetings often drains motivation."

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teem

verb
/tiːm/

to be full of or swarming with

"The forest teems with wildlife."

adjective
/ˈtiːmɪŋ/

full of or swarming with things or people

"The market was teeming with shoppers."

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teen

noun
/tiːn/

a person aged between 13 and 19 years.

"He's a teenager who loves sports."

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teenage

adjective
/ˈtiːnˌeɪdʒ/

relating to or characteristic of people aged between 13 and 19 years old

"She spent her teenage years in a small town."

noun
/ˈtiːneɪdʒər/

a person aged between 13 and 19 years.

"Teenagers often enjoy hanging out with friends."

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teeter

verb
/ˈtiːtər/

to move or balance unsteadily; to wobble

"The glass began to teeter on the edge of the table."

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teetotalism

noun
/tiːˈtoʊtəlɪzəm/

the practice or principle of abstaining completely from alcoholic drinks

"He practiced teetotalism throughout his life."

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noun
ˈtɛlɪˌmɛtri

The process of recording and transmitting the readings of an instrument.

"The spacecraft transmitted telemetry data back to Earth."

noun
/ˌtɛliˈɒlədʒi/

the explanation of phenomena by the purpose they serve rather than by cause

"Aristotle is often associated with the concept of teleology in philosophy."

noun
/təˈlɛpəθi/

the supposed communication of thoughts or ideas by means other than the known senses

"The twins claimed to share telepathy with each other."

noun
/ˈtɛlɪfəʊn/

a system for transmitting voices over a distance using wire or radio, typically for communication.

"I need to make a telephone call to my friend."

noun
/təˈlɛfəni/

the technology and systems for transmitting voice over distances by telephone

"Modern telephony has evolved to include internet-based calls."

noun
/ˈtɛlɪˌskoʊp/

An optical instrument used to make distant objects appear closer and larger by collecting and focusing light.

"The astronomer used a telescope to observe the distant planets."

noun
/ˈtɛlɪˌvɪʒən/

a device that receives television signals and displays them on a screen

"I like to watch the news on television."

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tell

verb
/tɛl/

to communicate information, give an account of something, or instruct someone to do something

"She asked him to tell the truth."

noun
/ˈtɛl.ər/

A person who counts and manages money at a bank; a person who tells or relates something

"The bank teller counted the cash carefully before handing it over."

adjective
/ˈtɛlɪŋ/

Revealing something significant or giving important information.

"Her silence was more telling than words."

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telltale

adjective
/ˈtɛlˌteɪl/

Revealing something that is usually hidden; giving away a secret or clue.

"The telltale signs of fatigue were visible on his face."

adjective
/ˌtɛmɪˈrɛəriəs/

Reckless or rash; showing a lack of caution.

"It was a temerarious decision to cross the river during the storm."

noun
/təˈmɛrɪti/

Excessive confidence or boldness; audacity.

"He had the temerity to challenge the professor’s argument."

verb
/ˈtɛmpər/

to moderate, soften, or tone down something; also to strengthen by heat treatment (as in metal).

"She tried to temper her criticism with kindness."

noun
/ˈtɛmpərəmənt/

a person's characteristic mood, disposition, or nature.

"He has a calm temperament that makes him a good leader."

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temperance

noun
/ˈtɛmpərəns/

moderation in action, thought, or feeling; restraint, especially regarding alcohol.

"The monk practiced temperance in all aspects of his life."

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temperate

adjective
/ˈtɛmpərət/

showing moderation or self-restraint; also describing mild climate.

"He is known for his temperate behavior even in stressful situations."

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noun
/ˈtɛmpərətʃər/

the degree of heat or coldness measured by a thermometer

"The temperature outside is very high today."

adjective
/ˈtɛmpərd/

having a specified temper or disposition; strengthened or moderated.

"She gave a tempered response to the criticism."

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Tempest

noun
/ˈtem.pɪst/

a violent storm with strong winds; a state of great disturbance or tumult

"The sailors struggled to navigate through the fierce tempest."

adjective
/tɛmˈpɛstjuəs/

Characterized by strong and turbulent emotions or stormy conditions.

"Their tempestuous relationship often swung between love and anger."

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temple

noun
/ˈtɛmpəl/

a building used for the worship of a god or gods

"They visited an ancient temple during their trip to India."