英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
A set of principles concerned with the nature and appreciation of beauty, especially in art and design.
"Interior design focuses on aesthetics and functionality."
friendly, easy to talk to, and pleasant in manner
"He is such an affable host that everyone feels comfortable at his parties."
an event, situation, or relationship, often one that is private or romantic
"The scandal became the most talked-about affair of the year."
to influence or make a difference to something
"The weather can greatly affect our mood."
an unnatural behavior or speech intended to impress others
"Her British accent was just an affectation to sound sophisticated."
artificial, pretentious, or showing an unnatural manner
"His affected manner made him seem insincere."
loving; caring; tender; showing affection
"She is very affectionate towards her children."
in a way that shows feelings of liking or love; with fondness and care
"She hugged her grandmother affectionately."
carrying impulses toward a central organ or part, especially toward the brain or spinal cord
"Afferent nerves carry signals from the body to the brain."
to promise or pledge marriage; to formally engage
"They decided to affiance after years of friendship."
a written statement confirmed by oath or affirmation, used as evidence in court
"The witness submitted an affidavit to the court."
to officially attach or connect (a group or organization) to a larger body
"The school is affiliated with the local university."
the state of being officially attached to an organization
"His political affiliation is with the reformist party."
a natural liking, attraction, or connection between people, things, or ideas
"She felt a strong affinity for classical music."
the act of confirming or stating something positively; a declaration of support or belief
"Daily affirmation helps to build confidence and positivity."
expressing agreement, approval, or a positive response
"She gave an affirmative answer to the proposal."
to attach or stick something firmly to another thing
"Please affix the stamp to the envelope."
a sudden divine inspiration or creative impulse
"The poet wrote the verses under a sudden afflatus of inspiration."
to cause pain, suffering, or distress to someone or something
"Many people are afflicted by seasonal allergies."
a state of pain, suffering, or distress
"Poverty is a common affliction in many parts of the world."
the state of having a great deal of money or wealth
"His lifestyle shows signs of great affluence."
having a great deal of money; wealthy
"She grew up in an affluent neighborhood."
to have enough money or resources to buy or do something
"We can’t afford to buy a new car right now."
inexpensive and within one's financial means
"This restaurant offers affordable meals for families."
The process of establishing a forest, especially on land that was not recently forested.
"Afforestation is essential to combat climate change."
A public fight or noisy disturbance that causes alarm.
"The police were called to break up an affray outside the stadium."
An action or remark that causes outrage or offense.
"He took her criticism as a personal affront."
In progress; happening or being prepared.
"There are several new projects afoot in the company."
Mentioned earlier; previously stated.
"The aforesaid conditions must be met before the contract is signed."
feeling fear or anxiety; worried that something undesirable will happen
"She was afraid of the dark."
From the beginning, in a new way.
"After the failure, they started the project afresh."
relating to Africa or its people
"She studied African culture in university."
A person of African descent living in or originating from the United States; relating to such people.
"She is proud of her African-American heritage."
in the time following an event or another action
"We went for ice cream after the movie."
the consequences or aftereffects of an event or situation, especially a disastrous one
"The aftermath of the earthquake was devastating."
The part of the day between noon and evening.
"We met in the afternoon for coffee."
Something added or considered later than originally planned.
"The gift seemed like an afterthought rather than a genuine gesture."
at a later or subsequent time
"She went home afterward."
at a later time; after an event or time that has already been mentioned
"We had dinner and afterwards we watched a movie."
Once more; another time.
"She read the book again to understand it better."
With the mouth wide open in surprise or wonder.
"She stood agape at the breathtaking view."
having lived for a specified number of years; old
"The aged man sat in the park, watching the children play."
An organization or business that provides a particular service.
"She works at a travel agency."
A person who acts on behalf of another person or organization.
"The real estate agent showed us several houses."
To collect or form into a mass or group.
"The dust particles began to agglomerate into larger clusters."
