英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
feeling or showing extreme tiredness, especially as a result of exertion or lack of sleep
"After the long journey, she felt weary and wanted to rest."
the state of the atmosphere at a particular place and time in terms of heat, cloudiness, dryness, sunshine, wind, rain, etc.
"The weather today is sunny and warm."
The practice of protecting a building and its interior from the elements.
"The house underwent weatherization to improve energy efficiency."
Able to resist or be unaffected by weather, especially rain and wind.
"The materials used are weatherproof, ensuring longevity."
to make cloth by interlacing threads or to combine elements into a whole
"She weaves beautiful patterns on her loom."
a person who makes cloth by interlacing threads on a loom
"The skilled weaver created intricate patterns on the silk fabric."
a small bird that builds elaborate woven nests from grass and twigs
"The weaver bird skillfully constructs its intricate nest."
the state of being married; matrimony
"They have been happily united in wedlock for twenty years."
a marriage ceremony, especially considered as including the associated celebrations
"They are planning a wedding in the summer."
a triangular piece of wood or metal used for splitting or securing; a piece of cheese or cake
"He used a wooden wedge to split the log into smaller pieces."
the fourth day of the week, following Tuesday and preceding Thursday
"The meeting has been scheduled for Wednesday afternoon."
a wild plant growing where it is not wanted, especially among crops; to remove such plants
"She spent the afternoon weeding the garden."
a period of seven days
"I will finish the project by the end of the week."
the end of the week, typically regarded as Saturday and Sunday
"They are planning a trip for the weekend."
occurring or done every week
"We have a weekly meeting on Mondays."
to measure how heavy something is
"The shopkeeper weighed the fruits before selling them."
a measure of how heavy something is
"The weight of the package was 10 kilograms."
the sport or activity of lifting heavy weights to build strength and muscle
"Weightlifting requires discipline, proper technique, and consistent training."
suggesting something supernatural or very strange; unusual
"The movie had a weird ending that nobody expected."
to greet someone in a friendly way
"They welcomed us with open arms at the party."
the health, happiness, and fortunes of a person or group
"The government provides welfare to low-income families."
The sky, the heavens, or the upper air.
"The eagle soared high into the welkin."
in a good or satisfactory way
"She did well in her exams."
conducting oneself in a proper and polite manner; showing good manners
"The children were well-behaved during the ceremony."
the state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy
"Exercise is important for physical and mental well-being."
Having or showing good manners; properly raised.
"She is a well-bred young lady with excellent manners."
A person who does good deeds; a benefactor.
"The community praised the well-doer for his charity."
performed skillfully and successfully; cooked thoroughly
"The project was well-done and impressed everyone."
known by many people; famous or recognized
"He is a well-known actor in his country."
Prosperous, wealthy, or financially comfortable.
"They belong to a well-to-do family in the city."
a person who desires happiness or success for another
"Many well-wishers came to congratulate her on her graduation."
A raised mark on the skin, usually from a blow or allergic reaction.
"He had a red welt on his arm after the bee sting."
to roll or toss about in a confused or disorderly way; to be in turmoil
"The city weltered in chaos after the sudden blackout."
the direction to the left of the north and to the right of the south, typically associated with the sunset
"The sun sets in the west."
relating to or characteristic of the West, especially Europe and the Americas
"She loves western music and culture."
covered with, or saturated with liquid (usually water)
"The ground is wet after the rain."
a very large marine mammal that lives in the ocean
"We saw a huge whale swimming near the boat."
used to ask for information about something
"What is your name?"
used to refer to anything or everything that is of the type mentioned
"You can choose whatever you like."
used for emphasis after a negative statement to mean 'at all'
"She has no interest in the matter whatsoever."
a cereal plant whose grain is used to make flour for bread and other foods
"Farmers harvested the wheat in early summer."
to persuade or coax someone by using flattery or smooth talk
"She managed to wheedle extra pocket money from her father."
a circular object that revolves on an axle and is used to move or carry things
"The wheel of the car broke down on the way."
a chair with wheels, used by people who cannot walk easily or at all
"The hospital provided a wheelchair for the injured patient."
a young offspring of a dog or other carnivorous mammal; sometimes used to mean an impudent young person
"The farmer found a wolf whelp hiding near the barn."
at what time
"Do you know when the train leaves?"
at any time, or whenever it happens
"You can call me whenever you want."
