Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

misconception definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˌmɪs.kənˈsep.ʃən/

A view or opinion that is incorrect based on faulty thinking or understanding.

"Many people have a misconception about healthy dieting."

noun
/ˌmɪsˈkɒndʌkt/

Improper or unacceptable behavior, especially by a professional or authority figure.

"The teacher was dismissed for serious misconduct."

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minion

noun
/ˈmɪn.i.ən/

A follower or underling of a powerful person, especially a servile one.

"The dictator was surrounded by loyal minions who carried out his orders."

main

adjective
/meɪn/

most important; chief in size, extent, or importance

"The main reason for his success is hard work."

noun
/ˈmeɪnˌlænd/

the principal landmass of a country or continent, as opposed to the surrounding islands

"The mainland of Australia is home to most of its population."

adverb
/ˈmeɪnli/

for the most part; chiefly

"The audience was mainly composed of students."

noun
/ˈmeɪnstriːm/

the ideas, attitudes, or activities that are regarded as normal or conventional; the dominant trend in opinion or fashion

"Social media has become a mainstream source of news for many people."

maintain definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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maintain

verb
/meɪnˈteɪn/

To keep something in good condition; to preserve or continue.

"She worked hard to maintain her reputation."

maintenance definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˈmeɪntənəns/

The process of keeping something in good condition or working order.

"The building will be closed for routine maintenance."

Maize definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Maize

noun
/meɪz/

a tall cereal plant grown for its large yellow grains, also called corn

"Farmers harvested the maize in late autumn."

Majestic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective
məˈdʒes.tɪk

Having impressive beauty, dignity, or grandeur; regal and stately in appearance.

"The majestic Himalayas stand tall against the sky."

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major

adjective
/ˈmeɪdʒər/

important, serious, or significant

"Climate change is a major concern for the world."

majority definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/məˈdʒɒrəti/

the greater number or part of something; more than half

"The majority of voters supported the new law."

make definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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make

verb
/meɪk/

to create, build, or cause something to happen

"She can make delicious cakes."

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maker

noun
/ˈmeɪkər/

a person or thing that makes or produces something

"He is a famous movie maker in Hollywood."

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makeshift

adjective
/ˈmeɪkˌʃɪft/

used as a temporary substitute; improvised

"They used boxes as a makeshift table."

noun
/ˈmeɪkʌp/

cosmetics used to enhance or alter appearance

"She applied makeup before the party."

noun
/ˈmeɪkɪŋ/

the process of producing or constructing something

"The making of the movie took over two years."

adjective
/ˌmæləˈdrɔɪt/

clumsy or awkward in movement or behavior

"His maladroit attempt at fixing the chair made it worse."

noun
/ˈmælədi/

a disease or disorder of the body or mind; a serious problem

"The doctor treated the malady with great care."

noun
/məˈleɪz/

a general feeling of discomfort, illness, or unease whose exact cause is difficult to identify

"After the long journey, she felt a general malaise."

noun
/ˈmæləprɒˌpɪzəm/

the mistaken use of a word in place of a similar-sounding one, often with amusing effect

"He is famous for his malapropism when speaking in public."

adjective, adverb
/ˌmæləprəˈpoʊ/

inappropriate or unsuitable; at an inconvenient or inappropriate time

"His comment was malapropos during the serious discussion."

noun
/məˈlɛəriə/

a serious infectious disease spread by mosquitoes, causing fever, chills, and sweating

"Malaria is a common disease in tropical regions."

Malati definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/məˈlɑː.ti/

a fragrant climbing plant with small white flowers, commonly known as jasmine

"The malati vine covered the garden wall with sweet-smelling flowers."

noun
/ˈmæl.kənˌtɛnt/

A person who is dissatisfied or rebellious; one who is not content.

"The malcontent voiced his grievances against the government."

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male

noun/adjective
/meɪl/

a man or boy; relating to men or boys

"The school has more male teachers than female teachers."

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Malediction

noun
/ˌmæl.əˈdɪk.ʃən/

A curse or the utterance of a curse.

"The witch cast a malediction upon the village."

noun
/ˈmæl.əˌfæk.tər/

A person who commits a crime or does evil.

"The malefactor was arrested for the robbery."

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maleficent

adjective
/məˈlɛfɪsənt/

Causing harm or destruction, especially by supernatural means.

"The maleficent witch cursed the young princess."

adjective
/ˌmæl.əˈfɪʃ.ənt/

Doing harm or evil; having a harmful effect.

"The maleficient acts of the tyrant ruined the kingdom."

noun
/məˈlɛvələns/

The state or condition of being malevolent; having or showing a wish to do evil to others.

"His malevolence was clear in the cruel way he treated his rivals."

adjective
/məˈlɛvələnt/

Having or showing a wish to do evil or harm to others.

"The malevolent glare in his eyes frightened the children."

noun
/mælˈfiːzəns/

Wrongdoing or misconduct, especially by a public official.

"The mayor was accused of malfeasance in office."

malfunction definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/verb
mælˈfʌŋk.ʃən

A failure to function normally or satisfactorily; a defect or breakdown.

"The engine malfunctioned due to overheating."

noun
/ˈmælɪs/

The intention or desire to do evil or cause harm.

"She bore no malice towards her former friend."

adjective
/məˈlɪʃəs/

Characterized by malice; intending or intended to do harm.

"The hackers launched a malicious attack on the company’s system."

Malign definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Malign

verb
/məˈlaɪn/

to speak harmful untruths about someone; to slander or defame

"She felt hurt when her rivals tried to malign her reputation."

adjective
/məˈlɪɡnənt/

dangerous or harmful in influence or effect; medically, tending to invade and destroy tissue

"Doctors confirmed that the tumor was malignant."

malinger definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb
/məˈlɪŋɡər/

to exaggerate or fake illness in order to escape duty or work

"He tried to malinger to avoid going to school."

malingerer definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/məˈlɪŋɡərər/

a person who pretends to be sick to avoid duty or work

"The manager suspected that John was a malingerer."

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mall

noun
/mɔːl/ or /mæl/

a large building or series of connected buildings containing shops and restaurants

"They went to the mall to buy new clothes."

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mange

noun
/meɪndʒ/

a skin disease in animals caused by parasitic mites, leading to hair loss and sores

"The stray dog was suffering from mange."

Mangolia definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/mæŋˈɡoʊ.li.ə/

a type of flowering tree with large, fragrant pink or white flowers

"The beautiful magnolia tree bloomed in spring with pink flowers."

Mango fish definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˈmæŋɡoʊ fɪʃ/

A popular white fish also known as barramundi or Asian sea bass

"Mango fish is prized for its delicate flavor and tender texture."

Mango definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Mango

noun
/ˈmæŋ.ɡoʊ/

a tropical fruit with yellow-orange skin and sweet juicy flesh

"The mango is known as the king of fruits."

verb
/ˈmæŋɡəl/

to severely damage or mutilate something, often by tearing or crushing

"The car was mangled in the accident."

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mane

noun
/meɪn/

the long hair growing on the neck of a horse, lion, or other animal

"The lion shook its thick mane proudly."

noun, verb
/ˈmæn.deɪt/

an official order or command; to give someone authority to act in a certain way

"The government issued a mandate to reduce carbon emissions."

adjective
/ˈmæn.dəˌtɔːr.i/

required by law or rules; compulsory

"Wearing seat belts is mandatory in most countries."