英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
involving or causing danger or risk; not protected from harm
"It is unsafe to walk alone in this neighborhood at night."
having a glass-like appearance or quality
"The mineral has a vitreous shine."
not dependable; not able to be trusted or relied upon
"The old car is unreliable and breaks down frequently."
not solved or settled; remaining undecided or unclear
"The dispute remains unresolved despite several meetings."
Having or showing high moral standards.
"She is known as a virtuous woman who helps the poor."
a type of poisonous snake; metaphorically, a spiteful or treacherous person
"The viper lay hidden in the tall grass."
not guided by reason or fairness; excessive or extreme beyond what is acceptable
"The manager made an unreasonable demand that no one could realistically meet."
Serving to justify, clear of blame, or defend.
"His vindicatory remarks restored his reputation."
A person's face or facial expression.
"Her stern visage intimidated the children."
Not returned or reciprocated, especially in the context of love or affection.
"He suffered from unrequited love for years."
not giving or causing pleasure; disagreeable
"The medicine had an unpleasant taste."
A stringed musical instrument of the Renaissance and Baroque periods, played with a bow and similar to but distinct from the violin family.
"The musician played an old viol in the chamber music concert."
not attractive or appealing in appearance
"Despite his unprepossessing looks, he was very kind and intelligent."
to spoil, weaken, or make something less effective
"One careless remark can vitiate the entire argument."
Relating to seeing or sight.
"The movie was praised for its stunning visual effects."
in an extremely important or essential way; in a manner relating to life or vitality
"Access to clean water is vitally important for public health."
Thinking about or planning the future with imagination and wisdom.
"She is considered a visionary leader in technology."
High moral standards or a good quality considered morally good.
"Patience is considered a great virtue."
A place where vines are cultivated, especially a vineyard or greenhouse for vines.
"The old vinery was filled with grapevines."
having no connection or relationship; not connected by family ties
"The two incidents were completely unrelated to each other."
A person who breaks or disregards a law, rule, or agreement.
"The police caught the traffic violator at the intersection."
Having a thick, sticky consistency between solid and liquid.
"Honey is a viscous liquid that flows slowly."
Computer technology that creates an artificial three-dimensional environment where users can feel like they are in a real environment.
"Virtual reality (VR) is widely used in gaming and training simulations."
having traditionally masculine qualities, such as strength, energy, and sexual vigor
"The actor was admired for his virile appearance."
not liked or supported by many people
"The decision was unpopular with the public."
existing or simulated on a computer or online rather than physically; almost but not exactly the same as
"The company held a virtual meeting with employees worldwide."
a love of or taste for fine art, antiques, or curiosities
"The collector’s house was filled with objects of virtu."
not processed or purified; lacking polish or sophistication
"The unrefined oil must be processed before it can be used as fuel."
a loud, overbearing woman; historically, a strong or courageous woman
"The play depicted the heroine as a fierce virago who defied tradition."
behavior involving physical force intended to hurt or damage
"The protest turned into an act of violence."
The state of being strong, active, and full of energy.
"The child’s vitality impressed everyone at the gathering."
a sour liquid made from fermented alcohol, used for cooking and preserving
"I added vinegar to the salad dressing for extra flavor."
Relating to high quality from the past; classic; also the year of a wine harvest.
"She wore a vintage dress from the 1950s."
Not producing or achieving much; not effective or useful.
"The meeting was unproductive and wasted everyone's time."
restless; unable to remain still or quiet; anxious or troubled
"She spent an unquiet night worrying about the exam results."
A stringed instrument slightly larger than a violin, with a deeper and mellower tone.
"She chose to play the viola in the school orchestra."
A person highly skilled in music, art, or another artistic pursuit.
"The pianist is a true virtuoso, captivating audiences worldwide."
showing a tendency to vindicate or justify; inclined to defend
"Her vindicative tone showed that she strongly believed in her innocence."
A British nobleman ranking below an earl and above a baron.
"The viscount inherited the estate from his father."
to break or fail to comply with a rule, law, or agreement
"He was arrested for violating traffic laws."
Information or understanding that has never been obtained or achieved before.
"Artemis will provide unprecedented knowledge about the solar system."
not yielding profit or gain; not producing financial benefit
"The unprofitable business was forced to close down after three years."
harsh and bitter criticism
"The politician faced vitriol from the public."
The full name of the cello, a large string instrument played with a bow and held between the knees.
"He practiced the violoncello for hours each day."
the state or quality of being unreal; lack of reality or truth
"The dreamlike setting gave the story a sense of unreality."
Going to see and spend time with someone or at a place.
"The group is visiting islands during the expedition."
a person who goes to see a place or someone for a short time
"The museum had many visitors last weekend."
able to be seen; perceptible by the eye
"The stars were clearly visible in the night sky."
almost or nearly, but not completely; by means of computer technology
"The meeting was held virtually due to travel restrictions."
