CEFR Level
To make abnormally thin or weak, usually because of illness or lack of food.
"The prisoners were emaciated after months without proper food."
To make someone weaker or less effective; to deprive of strength or vigor.
"The constant criticism emasculated his confidence."
To make someone resentful or angry; to cause bitterness.
"The unfair treatment embittered the employees."
To decorate or display something in a noticeable or impressive way.
"The team's logo was emblazoned on their uniforms."
the sudden blockage of a blood vessel by a clot or other foreign matter
"The patient suffered a fatal pulmonary embolism."
to decorate a surface with a raised design or pattern
"The invitation card was embossed with golden letters."
to correct or revise a text, especially for errors
"The editor emended the manuscript before publication."
a correction or improvement made to a text
"The article required several emendations before it was ready for print."
having retired but allowed to retain their title as an honor
"He is a professor emeritus at the university."
a substance that causes vomiting
"The doctor administered an emetic to remove the poison."
A person sent on a special mission, usually as a diplomatic representative.
"The king sent an emissary to negotiate peace."
an ant; a small insect
"The emmet carried food to its nest."
a substance that softens or soothes the skin
"She used an emollient cream to treat her dry skin."
payment for work or services; salary or fees
"The professor received his annual emolument from the university."
the theory that all knowledge is derived from sense-experience
"Empiricism argues that knowledge comes from experience and observation."
A large retail store selling a wide variety of goods.
"They visited the new emporium to buy furniture and home decor."
Heavenly, divine, or relating to the highest heavens.
"The poet described the empyreal beauty of the stars."
Reproducing something or following someone to achieve success.
"The software allows the emulation of old video games on modern devices."
to be filled with love or admiration for
"She was enamored with the beautiful scenery."
to set up or establish a camp
"The soldiers encamped near the river for the night."
to convert a message into code or cipher
"The agent enciphered the secret message before sending it."
Expressing praise; laudatory.
"The book was filled with encomiastic remarks about the author."
A speech or piece of writing that praises someone or something highly.
"He delivered an encomium to his retiring teacher."
to burden or weigh down something, making it difficult to move or progress
"She was encumbered by the heavy luggage during her journey."
a burden or obstacle that makes progress or movement difficult
"Debt can become a serious encumbrance in life."
a formal letter sent by the Pope to Catholic churches, usually addressing important issues
"The Pope issued an encyclical on climate change and moral responsibility."
A leafy vegetable belonging to the chicory family, often used in salads.
"She added fresh endive to the salad for a slightly bitter flavor."
Relating to or denoting glands that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream to regulate various body functions.
"The endocrine system regulates metabolism and stress responses."
To provide or endow with a quality or ability.
"The leader was endued with wisdom and courage."
To weaken or drain someone of strength or vitality.
"The long hours of work enervated him."
Lacking energy, vitality, or strength; weakened or exhausted.
"After the long meeting, she felt completely enervated."
To make weak or feeble; to deprive of strength.
"The long illness enfeebled the old man."
To grant the right to vote or other rights of citizenship.
"The new law enfranchised thousands of people."
Physical signs or patterns in the brain for memory storage and retrieval
"Scientists study engrams to understand how memories are stored."
to instruct or urge someone to do something; to prohibit legally
"The judge enjoined the company from continuing its activities."
to set on fire or inspire strong emotion
"The speech enkindled hope in the audience."
to give someone a noble rank or to elevate in dignity or honor
"His selfless actions ennobled his character in the eyes of others."
A feeling of boredom, listlessness, or dissatisfaction arising from lack of excitement.
"After weeks of doing nothing, he sank into a deep sense of ennui."
To fill someone with great delight or joy.
"The beautiful music enraptured the audience."
to settle comfortably or securely in a place; to hide or shelter firmly
"She ensconced herself in a cozy armchair by the fireplace."
A flag or standard, especially a military or naval one indicating nationality; also a junior officer in the navy or coast guard.
"The ship raised its national ensign before leaving the harbor."
to catch or trap, often by trickery or deceit
"The hunter ensnared the rabbit with a net."
To captivate or hold someone’s full attention.
"The magician’s performance enthralled the audience."
to install someone on a throne or to give someone high status
"The king was enthroned in a grand ceremony."
The scientific study of insects.
"She studied entomology to understand the behavior of bees."
To ask earnestly or beg someone to do something.
"She entreated him to stay a little longer."
An earnest or humble request or plea.
"She made an entreaty for peace during the heated argument."
to twist or wind together; to become closely connected or involved
"The vines entwine around the old fence."
The act of saying or pronouncing words clearly and distinctly.
"His enunciation was clear during the presentation."
