Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

adjective
/ˈsæt.ɪs.fæk.tər.i/

acceptable; meeting requirements; adequate

"The test results were satisfactory."

adjective
/ˈsætɪsfaɪd/

Pleased or content with what has been achieved or received.

"He felt satisfied after finishing his project."

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verb
/ˈsætɪsfaɪ/

to meet the expectations, needs, or desires of someone

"The manager's explanation satisfied all of our concerns."

noun
/ˈsætræp/

a governor of a province in ancient Persia; also used figuratively for a subordinate ruler

"The king appointed a satrap to oversee the distant province."

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verb
/ˈsætʃəˌreɪt/

to fill completely with something until no more can be absorbed

"The heavy rain saturated the ground within minutes."

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noun
/ˌsætʃəˈreɪʃən/

The state or process that occurs when no more of something can be absorbed, combined with, or added.

"Saturation of the market leads to a decrease in product demand."

noun
/ˈsætərdeɪ/

The day of the week between Friday and Sunday; traditionally the sixth day of the week

"We are going to the beach on Saturday."

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adjective
/ˈsætərˌnaɪn/

slow and gloomy in mood

"His saturnine expression made everyone in the room uncomfortable."

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satyr

noun
/ˈsætər/

a creature from Greek mythology depicted as a lustful being, often half-man and half-goat; by extension, a lecherous man

"In the museum mural, a satyr plays the panpipes while dancing in the woods."

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Sauce

noun
/sɔːs/

a liquid or semi-liquid substance used to add flavor to food

"She added some tomato sauce to the pasta."

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saucy

adjective
/ˈsɔːsi/

Boldly rude, cheeky, or playfully disrespectful.

"The child gave a saucy reply to his teacher."

verb
/ˈsɔːntər/

to walk in a slow, relaxed manner without hurry or effort

"We sauntered along the riverside, stopping now and then to watch the boats."

noun
/ˈsaɪ.ə.lɪz.əm/

pretentious show of superficial knowledge

"His speech was full of sciolism, impressing no one."

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Savage

adjective
/ˈsævɪdʒ/

fierce, violent, or uncontrolled; cruel or brutal

"The storm brought savage winds that tore branches from the trees."

noun
/səˈvænə/

a grassy plain with scattered trees, typical of tropical and subtropical regions

"Giraffes browsed on acacia trees across the wide savanna."

noun
/səˈvɑːnt/

a learned person, especially a distinguished scientist or scholar; sometimes used in the phrase ‘savant syndrome’ for someone with exceptional abilities alongside developmental differences

"The conference keynote was delivered by a linguistic savant who studies endangered languages."

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save

verb
/seɪv/

To keep safe, to rescue, or to store for future use.

"She managed to save enough money for a new bike."

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noun
/ˈseɪvɪŋ/

the process of saving money or resources for future use

"Her saving habits helped her afford the new car."

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noun
ˈseɪ.vɪŋz

Money that is kept for future use or investment.

"Many people invest their savings in real estate."

noun
/ˌsæv.wɑːr ˈfeər/

The ability to act or speak appropriately in social situations; polished social skills.

"She handled the delicate situation with remarkable savoir-faire."

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savor

verb
/ˈseɪ.vər/

To enjoy something completely, especially by dwelling on it.

"He savored every bite of the delicious cake."

adjective
/ˈseɪ.vər.i/

Having a pleasant salty or spicy taste; morally acceptable.

"The restaurant serves a variety of savory dishes."

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savvy

adjective
/ˈsæv.i/

Having practical knowledge and the ability to make good judgments.

"She is a tech-savvy entrepreneur."

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saw

noun
/sɔː/

a tool with a sharp blade used for cutting wood or other materials

"He used a saw to cut the wooden plank."

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Sawder

noun
/ˈsɔː.dər/

flattering or wheedling talk; soft soap

"His sawder couldn't convince anyone of his sincerity."

noun
/ˈsɔː.dʌst/

The tiny particles of wood produced by sawing or sanding.

"The floor was covered with sawdust from the carpentry work."

noun
/ˈsɔːjər/

a person who saws wood, especially as an occupation

"The skilled sawyer cut the logs into planks."

noun
/ˈsæksəfoʊn/

a wind musical instrument with a curved metal body and a single reed mouthpiece

"The jazz musician played a beautiful solo on his saxophone."

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say

verb
/seɪ/

to speak words or express thoughts aloud

"She asked him to say hello to her parents."

noun
/ˈskɒlər/

a person who studies a particular subject or academic field

"The scholar presented a research paper on ancient civilizations."

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Scattered

adjective
/ˈskætərd/

Spread irregularly or widely in different directions.

"The toys were scattered all over the floor."

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scavenge

verb
/ˈskævɪndʒ/

to search through waste or discarded material to find useful items

"The children scavenged for food in the garbage dump."

noun
/ˈskævɪndʒər/

an animal or person that feeds on dead or discarded material

"Vultures are natural scavengers that clean up the environment."

noun
/səˈnɛərioʊ/

a possible situation or sequence of events

"The company prepared for the worst-case scenario."

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scene

noun
/siːn/

a place or setting of an event or activity, or the part of a play or film

"The final scene of the movie was very emotional."

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Scenery

noun
/ˈsiː.nər.i/

the natural features of a landscape; the painted background used on a theater stage

"The mountain scenery was breathtakingly beautiful."

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scent

noun
/sɛnt/

a distinctive smell, especially a pleasant one

"The scent of roses filled the garden."

adjective
/ˈskeptɪkəl/

having doubts; not easily convinced; questioning the truth of something

"Many scientists remain sceptical about the new theory."

noun
/ˈʃɑːdənfrɔɪdə/

pleasure derived from another person's misfortune

"He felt a sense of schadenfreude when his rival failed."

noun
/ˈskɛdʒʊl/

a plan for carrying out a process or task, showing the time and sequence of actions

"I have a busy schedule for today."

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noun, adjective
/skiːˈmætɪk/

a simplified or symbolic representation of a system or plan

"The engineer showed a schematic of the electrical circuit."

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scheme

noun, verb
/skiːm/

a plan or arrangement, especially one that is secret or dishonest

"They devised a scheme to cheat investors."

noun
/ˈskɪz.əm/ or /ˈsɪz.əm/

A division or split between strongly opposed parties, often in religion or organizations.

"The schism in the church led to the formation of two separate groups."

verb
/ˈsɪn.tɪ.leɪt/

to sparkle or shine brightly; to emit flashes of light

"The diamond ring scintillated under the bright lights."

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adjective
/ˌsaɪənˈtɪfɪk/

relating to or based on science

"The scientific community is working to find a cure for cancer."

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scientist

noun
/ˈsaɪəntɪst/

a person who conducts scientific research or experiments

"The scientist made a groundbreaking discovery in physics."

noun
/sɪnˈtɪl.ə/

A tiny trace or spark of a specified quality or feeling.

"There wasn’t a scintilla of doubt in her mind."

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noun
ˈsaɪəns ˈdezət

A region or area lacking in scientific development, research facilities, or educational institutions.

"J.C. Bose thrived in a science-desert."

adjective
/ˈsɪn.tɪ.leɪ.tɪŋ/

brilliantly clever, exciting, or sparkling

"Her scintillating conversation kept everyone entertained."

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noun
/səˈlɪn.ə.t̬i/

The salt content of soil or water, typically measured as a concentration.

"The salinity of the ocean varies depending on depth and location."