Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

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pile

noun
/paɪl/

a large amount of something stacked or placed in a heap

"He placed the books in a pile on the table."

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pilfer

verb
/ˈpɪlfər/

to steal things of small value or in small quantities

"The employee was caught pilfering office supplies."

noun
/ˈpɪl.fər.ɪdʒ/

the theft of small amounts or items, especially from one's workplace

"The company installed cameras to prevent pilferage."

noun
/ˈfiː.nɪks/

a mythical bird that is reborn from its ashes; symbol of immortality or renewal

"The legend says the phoenix rises from its ashes every 500 years."

adverb, adjective
/ˌəʊvəˈnaɪt/

for or during the night; suddenly or in a very short time

"Her small business became famous overnight after a viral video."

noun
/ˈoʊvərpæs/

A bridge that carries one road or railway over another.

"The new overpass reduced traffic congestion in the city."

verb
/ˌoʊvərˈpeɪ/

To pay more than is necessary or reasonable.

"She realized she had overpaid for the concert tickets."

verb
/ˌoʊvərˈpaʊər/

To defeat or gain control over someone or something by using greater strength or force.

"The soldiers managed to overpower the enemy forces."

noun
/ˌoʊvərprəˈdʌkʃən/

The act of producing more of something than is needed or can be consumed.

"The economic crisis was caused by the overproduction of goods."

verb
/ˌoʊvərˈriːtʃ/

to go beyond what is proper, acceptable, or achievable; to overextend

"The politician overreached by making promises he couldn't keep."

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overrule

verb
/ˌoʊvərˈruːl/

to reject or disallow by exercising one's superior authority; to override a decision

"The judge overruled the objection from the defense attorney."

verb
/ˌoʊvərˈrʌn/

to spread over or occupy completely; to exceed a limit or time

"The garden was overrun with weeds."

adjective
/ˌoʊvərˈsiːz/

in or to a foreign country across the sea

"He went overseas for higher education."

oversee definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb
/ˌoʊvərˈsiː/

to supervise or manage a task, process, or group of people

"She was hired to oversee the construction project."

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overseer

noun
/ˈoʊvərˌsiːər/

a person who supervises work or workers; a manager

"The overseer made sure the workers followed safety rules."

verb
/ˌoʊvərˈʃædoʊ/

to appear more important or significant than something else, reducing its impact

"The scandal overshadowed his achievements."

overstimulated definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective
/ˌəʊvərˈstɪmjʊˌleɪtɪd/

Excessively excited or aroused, overwhelmed by too much stimulus.

"Overstimulated minds can lead to burnout and decreased productivity."

verb
/ˌoʊvərˈstraɪd/

To stride over something; to step across with long steps.

"He managed to overstride the narrow stream with ease."

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overt

adjective
/oʊˈvɜːrt/

Done or shown openly; not hidden or secret.

"There was an overt display of hostility between the rivals."

overtake definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb
/ˌoʊvərˈteɪk/

to catch up with and pass someone or something; to come upon suddenly

"The faster car will overtake the slower one on the highway."

verb
/ˌoʊvərˈθroʊ/

To remove a leader or government from power, often by force.

"The rebels planned to overthrow the corrupt regime."

noun
/ˈoʊvərˌtoʊn/

A subtle quality, implication, or additional meaning beyond the obvious.

"His speech had political overtones that were hard to ignore."

noun
/ˈoʊvərˌtʊr/

An introduction to something more substantial; a proposal or preliminary action.

"The peace overture was welcomed by both nations."

verb
/ˌoʊvərˈtɜrn/

to turn something upside down or to reverse a decision or judgment

"The court decided to overturn the previous ruling."

adjective
/ˌoʊvərˈwiːnɪŋ/

excessively arrogant or prideful

"His overweening pride cost him many friends."

adjective
/ˌoʊvərˈweɪt/

heavier than is considered healthy or normal

"The doctor advised him to lose weight as he was overweight."

verb
/ˌoʊvərˈwɛlm/

to overpower someone emotionally or physically; to be too much to handle

"She was overwhelmed with gratitude after receiving the help."

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adjective
/ˌəʊvəˈwelmɪŋ/

very great in amount; too powerful or difficult to deal with

"The support from the community was overwhelming after the tragedy."

adjective
/ˌoʊvərˈrɔt/

extremely agitated or nervous; excessively elaborate

"She was too overwrought to speak clearly after the accident."

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ovoid

adjective
/ˈoʊ.vɔɪd/

egg-shaped; resembling an oval or ellipse

"The artist painted an ovoid shape in the center of the canvas."

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owe

verb
/oʊ/

to be obligated to pay or give something to someone

"I owe you twenty dollars."

Owl definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Owl

noun
/aʊl/

a nocturnal bird of prey with large eyes and a hooked beak

"The owl hooted softly in the darkness of the forest."

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own

verb, adjective
/oʊn/

to possess something; belonging to oneself

"She owns a beautiful house in the city."

Owner definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Owner

noun
/ˈoʊnər/

a person who owns something

"She is the owner of the car."

ownership definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˈoʊnərʃɪp/

the state or fact of owning something; legal right of possession

"He took full ownership of the company after his father retired."

Ox definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Ox

noun
/ɑːks/

a large strong animal used for pulling heavy loads or plowing fields

"The farmer used an ox to plow the field."

oxidation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˌɒk.sɪˈdeɪ.ʃən/

The process or result of oxidizing or being oxidized.

"Oxidation causes iron to turn into rust."

oxidative definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective
/ˈɒk.sɪ.də.tɪv/

Relating to or involving oxidation, particularly processes that can cause cellular damage through free radical formation.

"Oxidative stress contributes to aging and chronic diseases."

oxygen definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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oxygen

noun
/ˈɒksɪdʒən/

a colorless, odorless gas that is essential for breathing and combustion

"Plants release oxygen during photosynthesis."

oxygen production definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
ˈɒksɪdʒən prəˈdʌkʃən

The process of generating oxygen through photosynthesis or other means.

"Plants are vital for oxygen production and the maintenance of life."

oxygenation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˌɒk.sɪ.dʒɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

The process of supplying or treating with oxygen.

"Deep breathing exercises improve oxygenation of the body."

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oxymoron

noun
/ˌɑːk.sɪˈmɔːr.ɒn/

a figure of speech where two contradictory terms are combined

"The phrase 'deafening silence' is a classic oxymoron."

Oyster definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˈɔɪ.stər/

a type of shellfish that can be eaten and sometimes contains pearls

"She ordered fresh oysters at the seafood restaurant."

ozone depletion definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
ˈoʊzoʊn dɪˈpliʃən

The reduction in the amount of ozone in the Earth's stratosphere, leading to increased UV radiation.

"Ozone depletion increases UV radiation."

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pace

noun
/peɪs/

the speed at which something happens or is done

"She walked at a slow pace."

Palatable meat definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˈpæl.ə.tə.bəl miːt/

Meat that is pleasant to taste; appetizing meat dish

"The chef prepared palatable meat dishes for the dinner party."

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Palanquin

noun
/ˌpæl.ənˈkiːn/

a covered chair or bed carried on poles by bearers

"The bride was carried to the wedding ceremony in an ornate palanquin."

adjective
/ˈpæl.ə.tə.bəl/

pleasant or acceptable to the taste, mind, or feelings

"The meal was simple but quite palatable."

noun
/ˈpælɪs/

a large and impressive building that is the official home of a king, queen, or other ruler

"The royal family lives in a magnificent palace."

noun
/ˈpæl.ət/

the roof of the mouth; a person's appreciation of taste and flavor

"She has a refined palate for fine wines."