CEFR Level
The inability to decide between different opinions or actions; indecisiveness.
"His constant vacillation frustrated his colleagues during the meeting."
Excessively proud of oneself or one’s achievements; boastful.
"The vainglorious leader boasted about his minor achievements."
The act of saying farewell; a formal goodbye.
"The professor gave a touching valediction at his retirement ceremony."
The student with the highest academic achievements in a graduating class, often chosen to give the farewell speech.
"She was honored as the valedictorian of her class."
Serving as a farewell or parting; relating to a valediction.
"He delivered a valedictory speech at the conference."
A person who is unduly anxious about their health or constantly concerned with minor ailments.
"He was regarded as a valetudinarian, always worrying about his health."
Having different colors, especially in irregular patches or streaks.
"The garden was full of variegated plants."
The appearance of differently colored zones in the leaves, flowers, or stems of plants.
"Variegation makes the foliage look more attractive."
A type of entertainment popular in the early 20th century, featuring a mixture of comedy, song, dance, and variety acts.
"The vaudeville show included comedians, magicians, and dancers."
appearing to be true or real
"The story seemed verisimilar though it was entirely fictional."
the appearance of being true or real
"The movie was praised for its verisimilitude to actual events."
having a shape or appearance like a worm; worm-like
"The artist used a vermicular design to decorate the border of the manuscript."
The cultivation of earthworms, especially for use in composting organic waste.
"Vermiculture enriches soil with natural nutrients."
a bright red-orange color; a pigment of this color
"The artist used vermillion paint for the sunset."
Causing dizziness due to great height or steepness.
"The tourists looked down from the vertiginous cliffs with awe."