英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
involving a great deal of effort, difficulty, or burden
"Fulfilling the contract proved to be an onerous task for the company."
one part of something that is divided into three equal parts
"One-third of the class was absent today."
on one occasion only; at a time in the past
"She visited Paris once last year."
eating both plants and animals
"Humans are generally considered omnivorous creatures."
having complete or unlimited knowledge and awareness
"Some religions describe God as omniscient and all-powerful."
the state of knowing everything
"The novel's narrator has an air of omniscience, revealing every character's thoughts."
present everywhere at the same time
"In the digital age, social media feels omnipresent in our lives."
Having unlimited power; able to do anything.
"The CEO acted as if he were omnipotent in the company."
The quality of having unlimited power or authority.
"Many religions describe God’s omnipotence as absolute."
The act of leaving out or excluding something; something that has been left out.
"Her omission of important details caused confusion."
Giving the impression that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen.
"Dark clouds gave an ominous sign of an approaching storm."
an event regarded as a sign of future good or bad luck
"Many people consider a black cat crossing your path a bad omen."
an international sports competition held every four years with athletes from many countries
"The Olympics bring athletes from all over the world together."
a dish made from beaten eggs cooked in a frying pan and often folded around a filling
"She made a cheese omelet for breakfast."
relating to or connected with an authority or public office
"He is the official spokesperson for the company."
in a formal or authorized way
"The building was officially opened by the mayor."
To perform official duties, especially in a ceremony or as a referee.
"The priest will officiate the wedding ceremony."
Excessively eager to offer unwanted help or advice; meddlesome.
"The officious guard kept interrupting the visitors with unnecessary instructions."
Unfriendly, distant, or reserved in manner.
"He seemed offish at the party and avoided most conversations."
To counterbalance or compensate for something.
"The company's losses were offset by gains in other departments."
A branch or result that develops from something larger or more important.
"The startup was an offshoot of a major tech company."
a person's child or children; an animal's young
"The bird carefully fed its offspring."
frequently, many times
"I often visit my grandparents on weekends."
To look at someone with obvious sexual interest.
"He kept ogling the models on the runway."
a person who works in the oil industry; someone who sells oil or petroleum products
"The oilman discovered a new oil field in the desert."
A smooth, oily substance applied to the skin for healing or soothing.
"The doctor prescribed an ointment for the burn on his arm."
covered with oil; containing oil; greasy
"Her oily skin needs special care."
The world's largest international sports competition held every four years, bringing together athletes from different countries to compete in various sports.
"The Olympic Games bring together the world's top athletes."
related to the Olympic Games, a major international sporting event
"She trained hard to compete in the Olympic Games."
A symbol of peace or reconciliation; an offer to end conflict.
"He extended an olive-branch to his rival after years of hostility."
A small freshwater fish with olive-colored body and barbels
"The olive barb is commonly found in South Asian rivers."
a small oval fruit with a hard pit, typically green or black, used for eating or making oil
"Olive oil is considered one of the healthiest cooking oils available."
A small group of people having control of a country, organization, or institution.
"The nation was ruled by a wealthy oligarchy that controlled all resources."
The sense of smell; the process of detecting and perceiving odors.
"Dogs have a highly developed sense of olfaction."
not modern; belonging to an earlier time
"He still wears an old-fashioned hat."
a poisonous evergreen shrub with clusters of white, pink, or red flowers
"The beautiful oleander flowers bloomed in the garden despite their toxic nature."
Made up of different, often incongruous or diverse elements.
"The festival attracted a motley crowd of artists, musicians, and tourists."
a machine that produces motion or power to make something work
"The car’s motor stopped suddenly."
a two-wheeled vehicle powered by an engine
"He rides his motorcycle to work every day."
a large motor vehicle used for transporting goods; truck
"The motor lorry delivered fresh vegetables to the market."
