Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

Weaver bird definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈwiː.vər bɜːd/

a small bird that builds elaborate woven nests from grass and twigs

"The weaver bird skillfully constructs its intricate nest."

web definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
🕸️

web

noun A2
/wɛb/

a network of fine threads spun by a spider or a complex interconnected system

"The spider spun a large web in the corner of the room."

wed definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
💍

wed

verb B2
/wɛd/

to marry someone; to enter into a marriage

"They decided to wed in a small ceremony by the beach."

Wed lock definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈwed.lɒk/

the state of being married; matrimony

"They have been happily united in wedlock for twenty years."

wedding definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun A2
/ˈwɛdɪŋ/

a marriage ceremony, especially considered as including the associated celebrations

"They are planning a wedding in the summer."

Wedge definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
🧀

Wedge

noun C1
/wedʒ/

a triangular piece of wood or metal used for splitting or securing; a piece of cheese or cake

"He used a wooden wedge to split the log into smaller pieces."

wednesday definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun A1
/ˈwɛnzdeɪ/

the fourth day of the week, following Tuesday and preceding Thursday

"The meeting has been scheduled for Wednesday afternoon."

👶

wee

adjective B2
/wiː/

very small in size; tiny

"She gave me a wee smile before leaving."

Weed definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
🌿

Weed

noun, verb B2
/wiːd/

a wild plant growing where it is not wanted, especially among crops; to remove such plants

"She spent the afternoon weeding the garden."

week definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
📅

week

noun A1
/wiːk/

a period of seven days

"I will finish the project by the end of the week."

weekend definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun A1
/ˈwiːkˌɛnd/

the end of the week, typically regarded as Saturday and Sunday

"They are planning a trip for the weekend."

Weekly definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective A2
/ˈwiːkli/

occurring or done every week

"We have a weekly meeting on Mondays."

weigh definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
⚖️

weigh

verb B1
/weɪ/

to measure how heavy something is

"The shopkeeper weighed the fruits before selling them."

weight definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
⚖️

weight

noun A2
/weɪt/

a measure of how heavy something is

"The weight of the package was 10 kilograms."

weightlifting definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈweɪtˌlɪftɪŋ/

the sport or activity of lifting heavy weights to build strength and muscle

"Weightlifting requires discipline, proper technique, and consistent training."

weird definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
🌀

weird

adjective A2
/wɪrd/

suggesting something supernatural or very strange; unusual

"The movie had a weird ending that nobody expected."

Welcome definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb A1
/ˈwɛlkəm/

to greet someone in a friendly way

"They welcomed us with open arms at the party."

Welfare definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈwɛlfɛr/

the health, happiness, and fortunes of a person or group

"The government provides welfare to low-income families."

noun C2
/ˈwɛlkɪn/

The sky, the heavens, or the upper air.

"The eagle soared high into the welkin."

Well definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
👍

Well

adverb A1
/wɛl/

in a good or satisfactory way

"She did well in her exams."

adjective B1
/ˌwel bɪˈheɪvd/

conducting oneself in a proper and polite manner; showing good manners

"The children were well-behaved during the ceremony."

well-being definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˌwelˈbiːɪŋ/

the state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy

"Exercise is important for physical and mental well-being."

adjective C1
/ˌwɛlˈbrɛd/

Having or showing good manners; properly raised.

"She is a well-bred young lady with excellent manners."

noun C1
/ˈwɛlˌduːər/

A person who does good deeds; a benefactor.

"The community praised the well-doer for his charity."

adjective A2
/ˌwel ˈdʌn/

performed skillfully and successfully; cooked thoroughly

"The project was well-done and impressed everyone."

well-known definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective A2
/ˌwelˈnoʊn/

known by many people; famous or recognized

"He is a well-known actor in his country."

adjective C1
/ˌwɛl tə ˈduː/

Prosperous, wealthy, or financially comfortable.

"They belong to a well-to-do family in the city."

Well-wisher definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈwel.wɪʃ.ər/

a person who desires happiness or success for another

"Many well-wishers came to congratulate her on her graduation."

🤕

welt

noun C2
/wɛlt/

A raised mark on the skin, usually from a blow or allergic reaction.

"He had a red welt on his arm after the bee sting."

welter definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C2
/ˈwɛltər/

to roll or toss about in a confused or disorderly way; to be in turmoil

"The city weltered in chaos after the sudden blackout."

west definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
🌅

west

noun A1
/wɛst/

the direction to the left of the north and to the right of the south, typically associated with the sunset

"The sun sets in the west."

western definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective A2
/ˈwɛstərn/

relating to or characteristic of the West, especially Europe and the Americas

"She loves western music and culture."

Wet definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
💧

Wet

adjective A2
/wɛt/

covered with, or saturated with liquid (usually water)

"The ground is wet after the rain."

Whale definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
🐋

Whale

noun B1
/weɪl/

a very large marine mammal that lives in the ocean

"We saw a huge whale swimming near the boat."

what definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
❓

what

pronoun A1
/wɒt/

used to ask for information about something

"What is your name?"

whatever definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
🤷‍♂️

whatever

pronoun A2
/wɒtˈɛvər/

used to refer to anything or everything that is of the type mentioned

"You can choose whatever you like."

whatsoever definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B2
/wɒtˈsəʊɛvər/

used for emphasis after a negative statement to mean 'at all'

"She has no interest in the matter whatsoever."

wheat definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
🌾

wheat

noun B1
/wiːt/

a cereal plant whose grain is used to make flour for bread and other foods

"Farmers harvested the wheat in early summer."

verb C2
/ˈwiːdəl/

to persuade or coax someone by using flattery or smooth talk

"She managed to wheedle extra pocket money from her father."

wheel definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
🚗

wheel

noun A2
/wiːl/

a circular object that revolves on an axle and is used to move or carry things

"The wheel of the car broke down on the way."

wheelchair definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈwiːltʃeər/

a chair with wheels, used by people who cannot walk easily or at all

"The hospital provided a wheelchair for the injured patient."

🐶

whelp

noun C2
/wɛlp/

a young offspring of a dog or other carnivorous mammal; sometimes used to mean an impudent young person

"The farmer found a wolf whelp hiding near the barn."

When definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
⏰

When

adverb A1
/wɛn/

at what time

"Do you know when the train leaves?"

Whenever definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb A2
/wɛnˈɛvər/

at any time, or whenever it happens

"You can call me whenever you want."

Where definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
📍

Where

adverb A1
/wɛr/

in or at what place or position

"Where do you live?"

Whereabouts definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈwɛrəˌbaʊts/

the place where someone or something is

"The police are trying to find out the suspect's whereabouts."

whereas definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
⚖️

whereas

conjunction B2
/wɛərˈæz/

used to introduce a contrast or comparison between two facts

"She prefers tea, whereas he likes coffee."

whereby definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B2
/wɛərˈbaɪ/

by which; because of which

"The company agreed to a contract whereby it would pay the penalty."

adverb C1
/ˌwɛr.əˈpɒn/

Immediately after which; as a result of which.

"He confessed his mistake, whereupon she forgave him."

Wherever definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb A2
/wɛrˈɛv.ər/

In or to any place.

"You can find good people wherever you go."