Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

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
/ˈtɛmpərətʃər/

the degree of heat or coldness measured by a thermometer

"The temperature outside is very high today."

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tenet

noun
/ˈtɛnɪt/

a principle, belief, or doctrine held to be true

"Honesty is a central tenet of their philosophy."

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tenement

noun
/ˈtɛnəmənt/

a large building divided into separate apartments, often in poor condition

"The family lived in a crowded tenement in the city."

adjective
/ˈtɛnɪbrəs/

dark, shadowy, or obscure

"The cave was damp and tenebrous, filled with eerie sounds."

noun
/ˈten.dər.nəs/

gentleness and kindness; the quality of being easily hurt or damaged

"The mother showed great tenderness while caring for her sick child."

verb, noun, adjective
/ˈtɛndər/

to offer formally; soft and delicate in texture or character; a formal offer or proposal

"The company tendered its resignation to the board."

adjective
/tɛnˈdɛnʃəs/

Expressing or promoting a particular cause or point of view, often biased.

"The article was criticized for its tendentious tone."

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Tendency

noun
/ˈtɛndənsi/

An inclination or likelihood to behave in a certain way.

"He has a tendency to forget small details."

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tend

verb
/tɛnd/

To regularly behave in a particular way or to take care of something.

"She tends to wake up early in the morning."

noun
/ˈtɛnənt/

A person who occupies land or property rented from a landlord.

"The tenant paid the rent on time every month."

noun
/ˈtɛnənsi/

The possession or occupation of land or property as a tenant.

"The tenancy agreement was signed for two years."

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noun
/təˈnæsəti/

the quality of being persistent, determined, and not easily giving up

"His tenacity helped him succeed despite many failures."

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adjective
/təˈneɪʃəs/

holding firmly to something; persistent and determined

"She was tenacious in pursuing her goals."

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tenable

adjective
/ˈtɛnəbl/

able to be defended or maintained against attack or objection

"His argument was strong and tenable in court."

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ten

noun
/tɛn/

the number following nine and preceding eleven

"I have ten apples in the basket."

adjective
/ˈtemptɪŋ/

appealing to or attracting someone, even if wrong or inadvisable; alluring

"The chocolate cake looked very tempting in the bakery window."

noun
/ˈtɛmptər/

a person or thing that entices someone into doing something wrong

"The tempter whispered false promises into his ear."

noun
/temp.ˈteɪ.ʃən/

the desire to do something wrong or unwise; an urge to have or do something

"He resisted the temptation to eat the entire chocolate cake."

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tempt

verb
/tɛmpt/

to entice or attract someone to do something, often something wrong or unwise

"The smell of fresh bread tempted him to enter the bakery."

verb
/ˈtɛmpəˌraɪz/

To delay making a decision or taking action in order to gain time.

"The politician temporized when asked about the controversial issue."

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noun
ˈtempəreri ˈsetlmənts

Short-term or provisional housing or living arrangements.

"Temporary settlements will aid lunar exploration."

adjective
/ˈtɛmpərɛri/

Lasting for only a limited period of time; not permanent.

"She found a temporary job during the summer break."

adverb
/ˈtɛmpərɛrɪli/

for a limited time; not permanently

"The road is closed temporarily for repairs."

adjective
/ˈtɛmpərəl/

Relating to worldly affairs or to time rather than spiritual matters.

"The monk gave up his temporal possessions to live a simple life."

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tempo

noun
/ˈtɛmpoʊ/

The speed or pace at which a piece of music or activity is performed.

"The band played the song at a faster tempo than usual."

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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."

adjective
/tɛmˈpɛstjuəs/

Characterized by strong and turbulent emotions or stormy conditions.

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

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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
/ˈtɛmpərd/

having a specified temper or disposition; strengthened or moderated.

"She gave a tempered response to the criticism."

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teen

noun
/tiːn/

a person aged between 13 and 19 years.

"He's a teenager who loves sports."

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
/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."

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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."

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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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teeter

verb
/ˈtiːtər/

to move or balance unsteadily; to wobble

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

noun
/ˈtiːneɪdʒər/

a person aged between 13 and 19 years.

"Teenagers often enjoy hanging out with friends."

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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
/ˈtiːdiəm/

the state of being tedious; monotony or boredom

"The tedium of long meetings often drains motivation."

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noun
/tɛkˈnɒlədʒi/

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

"Modern technology has revolutionized communication."

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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
/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."

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teem

verb
/tiːm/

to be full of or swarming with

"The forest teems with wildlife."