Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

adjective
/ˌrɛpərˈtɔːriəl/

Relating to or characteristic of a repertoire, especially in journalism or performance contexts.

"The journalist's repertorial style captured every detail of the unfolding story."

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noun
/ˈrɛpərˌtwɑːr/

The entire range of skills, works, or pieces that a person or group is prepared to perform or use.

"The singer added a new song to her repertoire."

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noun
/ˌriː.pəˈkʌʃ.ənz/

An unintended consequence occurring some time after an event or action; the effects or results of something.

"The economic repercussions of war are severe."

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noun
/ˌriːpərˈkʌʃən/

An unintended consequence or result of an action, often negative.

"The decision had serious economic repercussions."

adjective
/rɪˈpen.tənt/

feeling or expressing sincere regret and remorse; sorry for one's actions

"The repentant thief returned the stolen money."

noun
/rɪˈpɛntəns/

Deep regret or remorse for wrongdoing; sincere sorrow for one's sins or mistakes.

"He showed true repentance after apologizing for his mistakes."

adjective
/rɪˈpɛlənt/

Able to drive away something, especially insects or unpleasant things; causing disgust or distaste.

"This cream is highly effective as a mosquito repellent."

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repel

verb
/rɪˈpɛl/

To drive back or push away, especially an attack or something unwanted.

"The army managed to repel the enemy forces."

adjective
/rɪˈpiː.tɪd/

done again; happening again; occurring multiple times

"He made repeated attempts to contact her."

verb
/rɪˈpiːt/

to say again or do again

"Could you please repeat that sentence?"

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repeal

verb
/rɪˈpiːl/

To officially cancel or revoke a law or decision.

"The government decided to repeal the outdated law."

verb
/riːˈpeɪ.tri.eɪt/

To return someone to their own country, often after war or imprisonment.

"The government worked to repatriate the refugees safely."

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repast

noun
/rɪˈpæst/

A meal or the food eaten during a meal.

"They enjoyed a delicious repast by the riverside."

noun
/ˌrɛpɑːrˈtiː/

A quick, witty, and clever reply in conversation.

"The debate was full of sharp repartee between the two speakers."

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noun
/ˌrɛpəˈreɪʃən/

the making of amends for a wrong done by paying money or helping those who were wronged

"The government offered reparations to the victims of the conflict."

adjective
/ˈrɛpərəbəl/

able to be repaired or fixed

"The damage to the car was serious but still reparable."

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repairer

noun
/rɪˈpɛərə/

a person whose job is to fix damaged or broken things

"The repairer fixed the broken washing machine quickly."

adjective
/rɪˈper.ə.bəl/

able to be fixed or mended; capable of being repaired

"The broken phone is repairable with the right parts."

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verb
/rɪˈpɛər/

to fix or restore something that is broken or damaged

"He repaired his broken watch with patience."

verb
/riːˈɔːrɡənaɪz/

to arrange something again in a different way for greater efficiency or order

"The manager decided to reorganize the team structure."

noun
/rɪˌnʌnsiˈeɪʃən/

the formal rejection or giving up of something, usually a belief, claim, or way of life

"His renunciation of worldly pleasures impressed the monks."

noun
/ˈrɛntəl/

an arrangement in which something is rented, or the amount paid for renting

"The car rental was more expensive than we expected."

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Rent

noun, verb
/rɛnt/

payment made regularly by a tenant to a landlord for the use of property or land; also to pay for the use of something

"They decided to rent an apartment in the city center."

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adjective
/rɪˈnaʊnd/

famous or well-known for a particular skill or achievement

"She is a renowned artist in the country."

noun
/rɪˈnaʊn/

the condition of being widely known and highly respected

"The scientist gained international renown for his groundbreaking research."

noun
/ˌren.əˈveɪ.ʃən/

the act of renovating; restoration to a former better state

"The old house underwent a complete renovation last year."

adverb
/rɪˈpiːtɪdli/

in a way that is repeated or done many times

"She apologized repeatedly for the mistake."

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Queer

adjective
/kwɪər/

Strange, odd, or unusual.

"He had a queer feeling that something was wrong."

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quell

verb
/kwɛl/

To suppress or put an end to something, usually by force.

"The police were called to quell the violent protest."

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verb
/kwɛntʃ/

To satisfy thirst or extinguish something like fire.

"He drank water to quench his thirst."

verb
/ˈkwentʃɪŋ/

The act of satisfying thirst or extinguishing something like fire.

"Drinking cold water was quenching her thirst."

adjective
/ˈkwɛrʊləs/

Complaining in a whining or irritable manner.

"The querulous customer kept finding fault with every detail."

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noun/verb
/ˈkwɪəri/

A question, especially one addressed to an official or organization; to ask a question or express doubt.

"She raised a query about the accuracy of the report."

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Quest

noun
/kwest/

a long search for something that is difficult to find

"They went on a quest to find the lost treasure."

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noun/verb
/ˈkwes.tʃən/

A sentence designed to elicit information; or to ask something.

"She asked a difficult question during the meeting."

adjective
/ˈkwestʃənəbl/

doubtful; dubious; suspicious; open to doubt or suspicion

"His questionable business practices led to an investigation."

noun
/ˌkwes.tʃəˈneər/

a set of written questions used to collect information or opinions

"Participants filled out a detailed questionnaire about their habits."

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Queue

noun/verb
/kjuː/

A line or sequence of people or vehicles awaiting their turn; to wait in line.

"People queued outside the theater for tickets."

noun
/ˌkiː ˈviːv/

A state of alertness or vigilance.

"The guards were on the qui vive during the night."

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quibble

verb/noun
/ˈkwɪbəl/

To argue or raise objections about a trivial matter; a petty objection.

"They quibbled over who should pay the bill."

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Quiet

adjective
/ˈkwaɪət/

Making little or no noise; free from disturbance.

"The library is a very quiet place to study."

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adjective
/ˌkwɪntɪˈsɛnʃəl/

Representing the most typical or perfect example of a quality or class.

"He is the quintessential gentleman."

noun
/kwɪnˈtɛsəns/

The purest or most perfect example of something.

"She is the quintessence of elegance."

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Quilt

noun
/kwɪlt/

a warm bed covering made of padding enclosed between layers of fabric

"Grandmother made a beautiful quilt for my bed."

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Quietus

noun
/kwaɪˈiːtəs/

Something that ends or settles a situation; release from life, death.

"The scandal brought a quietus to his political career."

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quietude

noun
/ˈkwaɪəˌtuːd/

A state of stillness and tranquility.

"She enjoys the quietude of the countryside."

adverb
/ˈkwaɪətli/

in a silent or calm manner

"He spoke quietly so no one would hear."

verb
/ˈkwɪkən/

to make or become faster; to accelerate

"His pulse began to quicken as he approached the finish line."

adverb
/ˈkwɪkli/

at a fast speed

"She finished the test quickly."

noun
/ˈkwɪkˌsɪlvər/

Mercury; a liquid metal, or something that is quick and unpredictable.

"His mood was as changeable as quicksilver."