Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

noun
/ˈveɪ.pər/

a mass of tiny water droplets suspended in the atmosphere; gas formed from a liquid

"Water vapour rises from the hot tea cup."

adjective, noun
/ˈvɛriəbl/

liable to change; in mathematics, a symbol representing a quantity that may change

"The weather is highly variable in this region."

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variance

noun
/ˈvɛriəns/

the state of being different or inconsistent; in statistics, a measure of the spread between numbers

"There is a wide variance in students' performance levels."

noun
/ˈvɛəriənt/

A form or version of something that differs in some way from other forms of the same thing.

"The new variant of the virus spread rapidly."

noun
/ˌvɛəriˈeɪʃən/

A change or slight difference in condition, amount, or level.

"There is a wide variation in climate across the country."

adjective
/ˈvɛərɪd/

showing many different kinds or forms

"The menu offers a varied selection of dishes."

verb
/ˈvɛəriəˌɡeɪt/

To diversify or mark with different colors or patterns.

"The artist used different shades to variegate the design."

adjective
/ˈvɛəriəˌɡeɪtɪd/

Having different colors, especially in irregular patches or streaks.

"The garden was full of variegated plants."

noun
/ˌvɛəriəˈɡeɪʃən/

The appearance of differently colored zones in the leaves, flowers, or stems of plants.

"Variegation makes the foliage look more attractive."

noun
/vəˈraɪəti/

the quality or state of being different or diverse; a range of different things

"There is a variety of fruits available in the market."

adjective
/ˈvɛə.ri.əs/

different from one another; of several different kinds

"She owns various kinds of books."

noun/verb
/ˈvɑːrnɪʃ/

A liquid that is applied to wood or other materials to form a hard, shiny surface; also to apply such a liquid.

"The carpenter varnished the table to give it a glossy finish."

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vary

verb
/ˈveəri/

to differ in size, amount, degree, or nature

"The prices of fruits vary from season to season."

noun
/ˈvæsəl/

A person or country in a subordinate position to another, especially in feudal times under a lord.

"The king granted land to his vassal in return for loyalty and service."

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Vast

adjective
/vɑːst/

extremely large in size, amount, or extent

"The desert stretches across a vast area of land."

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vat

noun
/væt/

A large container used for holding liquids such as dye or wine.

"The workers filled the vat with freshly pressed grape juice."

noun
/ˈvɔːdəvɪl/

A type of entertainment popular in the early 20th century, featuring a mixture of comedy, song, dance, and variety acts.

"The vaudeville show included comedians, magicians, and dancers."

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vault

noun/verb
/vɔːlt/

A secure room for storing valuables; also to leap or spring over something.

"The bank kept its gold bars in a secure vault."

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vaunt

verb
/vɔːnt/

to boast or brag about something, especially in an excessive way

"He would often vaunt his achievements in front of his colleagues."

adjective
/ˈvɔːntɪd/

praised or boasted about, especially excessively

"The vaunted technology failed to deliver the expected results."

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veer

verb
/vɪə(r)/

to change direction suddenly

"The car veered off the road to avoid the accident."

noun
/ˈvɛdʒ.tə.bəl/

a plant or part of a plant used as food

"I eat vegetables every day for health."

noun
/ˈvedʒtəbəl ɔɪl/

Oil extracted from plants, seeds, or nuts used for cooking

"She heated vegetable oil in the pan before adding the vegetables."

noun
/ˈvedʒ.tə.bəlz/

plants or parts of plants that are eaten as food, such as peas, beans, cabbage, potatoes, onions, or carrots

"We should eat more vegetables to maintain a healthy diet."

adjective
/ˈvɛdʒɪtəl/

relating to or consisting of plants or vegetation

"The soup had a distinct vegetal flavor."

noun
/ˌvɛdʒəˈtɛəriən/

a person who does not eat meat and sometimes other animal products, eating mainly vegetables, grains, and fruits

"She has been a vegetarian for over ten years."

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vegetate

verb
/ˈvɛdʒɪteɪt/

to live in a dull, inactive, or unchallenging way, often with little physical or mental effort

"He spent his vacation vegetating on the couch in front of the TV."

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noun
/ˌvɛdʒɪˈteɪʃən/

plants collectively, especially those found in a particular area or environment

"The valley is rich in lush green vegetation."

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vegetative

adjective
/ˈvɛdʒɪtətɪv/

relating to growth or the basic processes of life, often without conscious thought or activity

"The patient remained in a vegetative state after the accident."

noun
/ˈviːəməns/

Great forcefulness or intensity of expression, emotion, or conviction.

"She spoke with vehemence during the debate."

adjective
/ˈviːəmənt/

showing strong feeling; forceful, passionate, or intense

"She made a vehement argument against the proposal."

noun
/ˈviːɪkəl/

a machine used for transporting people or goods

"He drives a vehicle to work every day."

noun
/ˈviː.ɪ.kəlz/

machines used for transporting people or goods from one place to another

"There are many different types of vehicles on the road today."

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Veil

noun
/veɪl/

a piece of fine material worn by women to protect or conceal the face

"The bride wore a beautiful white veil during her wedding ceremony."

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Vein

noun
/veɪn/

a tube in the body that carries blood to the heart

"The nurse checked the patient's veins for an IV insertion."

noun
/vəˈliːɪti/

A wish or inclination not strong enough to lead to action.

"His interest in painting never grew beyond a mere velleity."

noun
/ˈvɛləm/

a fine parchment made originally from the skin of a calf, used for writing or printing

"The ancient manuscript was written on vellum."

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noun
/vəˈlɒsəti/

the speed of something in a given direction

"The velocity of the car increased as it moved downhill."

noun
/ˈvel.vɪt/

a soft, luxurious fabric with a thick, short pile on one side

"The royal curtains were made of rich red velvet."

adjective
/ˈvɛlvəti/

having a smooth, soft texture like velvet

"She spoke in a low, velvety voice."

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venal

adjective
/ˈviːnəl/

willing to do dishonest things in return for money; corrupt

"The politician was accused of being venal and corrupt."

noun
/viːˈnæləti/

the quality of being open to bribery or corruption

"The scandal revealed the venality of several senior officials."

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vendetta

noun
/vɛnˈdɛtə/

a prolonged bitter quarrel or campaign of revenge

"The two families were caught in a bitter vendetta for generations."

adjective
/ˈvɛndɪbəl/

Capable of being sold; marketable.

"Only vendible products were displayed at the trade fair."

noun
/vɛnˈdɪʃən/

The act of selling; sale.

"The auction was a formal vendition of the estate's assets."

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Vendor

noun
/ˈvɛndɔːr/

A person or company that sells goods or services.

"The street vendor sold fresh fruits every morning."

noun
/vəˈnɪər/

A thin decorative covering of fine wood applied to a coarser wood or other material; a superficially attractive appearance.

"The table was covered with a thin veneer of mahogany."

adjective
/ˈvɛnərəbl/

Accorded a great deal of respect, especially because of age, wisdom, or character.

"The venerable professor was admired by generations of students."

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verb
/ˈvɛnəˌreɪt/

to regard with great respect; revere

"People venerate saints for their holiness."

adjective
/ˈvɛnəˌreɪtɪd/

respected and admired deeply

"The venerated professor was honored with an award."