英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
for the most part; chiefly
"The audience was mainly composed of students."
the ideas, attitudes, or activities that are regarded as normal or conventional; the dominant trend in opinion or fashion
"Social media has become a mainstream source of news for many people."
To keep something in good condition; to preserve or continue.
"She worked hard to maintain her reputation."
The process of keeping something in good condition or working order.
"The building will be closed for routine maintenance."
a tall cereal plant grown for its large yellow grains, also called corn
"Farmers harvested the maize in late autumn."
Having impressive beauty, dignity, or grandeur; regal and stately in appearance.
"The majestic Himalayas stand tall against the sky."
important, serious, or significant
"Climate change is a major concern for the world."
the greater number or part of something; more than half
"The majority of voters supported the new law."
to create, build, or cause something to happen
"She can make delicious cakes."
a person or thing that makes or produces something
"He is a famous movie maker in Hollywood."
used as a temporary substitute; improvised
"They used boxes as a makeshift table."
cosmetics used to enhance or alter appearance
"She applied makeup before the party."
the process of producing or constructing something
"The making of the movie took over two years."
clumsy or awkward in movement or behavior
"His maladroit attempt at fixing the chair made it worse."
a disease or disorder of the body or mind; a serious problem
"The doctor treated the malady with great care."
a general feeling of discomfort, illness, or unease whose exact cause is difficult to identify
"After the long journey, she felt a general malaise."
the mistaken use of a word in place of a similar-sounding one, often with amusing effect
"He is famous for his malapropism when speaking in public."
inappropriate or unsuitable; at an inconvenient or inappropriate time
"His comment was malapropos during the serious discussion."
a serious infectious disease spread by mosquitoes, causing fever, chills, and sweating
"Malaria is a common disease in tropical regions."
a fragrant climbing plant with small white flowers, commonly known as jasmine
"The malati vine covered the garden wall with sweet-smelling flowers."
A person who is dissatisfied or rebellious; one who is not content.
"The malcontent voiced his grievances against the government."
A curse or the utterance of a curse.
"The witch cast a malediction upon the village."
A person who commits a crime or does evil.
"The malefactor was arrested for the robbery."
Causing harm or destruction, especially by supernatural means.
"The maleficent witch cursed the young princess."
Doing harm or evil; having a harmful effect.
"The maleficient acts of the tyrant ruined the kingdom."
The state or condition of being malevolent; having or showing a wish to do evil to others.
"His malevolence was clear in the cruel way he treated his rivals."
Having or showing a wish to do evil or harm to others.
"The malevolent glare in his eyes frightened the children."
Wrongdoing or misconduct, especially by a public official.
"The mayor was accused of malfeasance in office."
A failure to function normally or satisfactorily; a defect or breakdown.
"The engine malfunctioned due to overheating."
The intention or desire to do evil or cause harm.
"She bore no malice towards her former friend."
Characterized by malice; intending or intended to do harm.
"The hackers launched a malicious attack on the company’s system."
dangerous or harmful in influence or effect; medically, tending to invade and destroy tissue
"Doctors confirmed that the tumor was malignant."
to exaggerate or fake illness in order to escape duty or work
"He tried to malinger to avoid going to school."
a person who pretends to be sick to avoid duty or work
"The manager suspected that John was a malingerer."
a large building or series of connected buildings containing shops and restaurants
"They went to the mall to buy new clothes."
Easily shaped or influenced; capable of being bent or adapted.
"Gold is a highly malleable metal used in jewelry."
A tool with a large, usually wooden head, used for hitting something without damaging it.
"He used a mallet to drive the chisel into the wood."
A marine fish with a hard shell-like covering, found in coastal waters
"The mallet fish is known for its unique protective shell covering."
Lack of proper nutrition, caused by not having enough to eat, not eating enough of the right things, or being unable to use the food that one does eat.
"Children in poverty-stricken areas suffer from malnourishment."
Lack of proper nutrition; poor nourishment
"Malnutrition among children is a serious public health concern."
An unpleasant smell; bad odor.
"The garbage bin gave off a terrible malodor."
Having a very unpleasant smell.
"The malodorous room made everyone leave quickly."
Improper, illegal, or negligent professional behavior
"The surgeon was sued for malpractice after the failed operation."
a sweet citrus fruit similar to orange, also known as blood orange or sweet orange
"Malta is a popular citrus fruit in Bangladesh known for its sweet taste and high vitamin C content."
To treat someone cruelly or unfairly.
"The law punishes those who maltreat animals."
A warm-blooded animal with hair or fur, and females produce milk for their young.
"The whale is the largest mammal on Earth."
