英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
to remain hidden so as to wait for an opportunity to attack or observe
"A stranger lurked in the shadows."
deliciously sweet or rich; highly appealing to the senses
"She served a luscious chocolate cake."
a very strong sexual desire or an intense craving for something
"His mind was clouded by lust for power."
a gentle sheen or soft glow, especially from a polished surface
"The diamond had a brilliant luster."
having a gentle sheen or soft glow
"Her hair looked smooth and lustrous."
abundant growth, richness, or elegance
"The garden was filled with the luxuriance of tropical plants."
abundant in growth or richly abundant
"The luxuriant forest was teeming with life."
to enjoy something in a self-indulgent way; to take pleasure in great comfort
"She luxuriated in the warm bubble bath after a long day."
extremely comfortable, elegant, or enjoyable, often involving great expense
"They stayed in a luxurious hotel during their vacation."
a state of great comfort or elegance, often involving great expense
"Staying at a five-star hotel is a luxury for most people."
the act of not telling the truth
"He was caught lying about his grades."
a stringed musical instrument of ancient Greece
"The musician played a melody on the lyre."
A person who inspires or influences others, especially in a particular field.
"He is considered a luminary in the world of science."
the words of a song or a short poem that expresses personal feelings
"She memorized every lyric of her favorite song."
disturbing and horrifying because of involvement with or depiction of death and injury
"The horror movie had a macabre ending."
to construct or cover a road with broken stone
"The government decided to macadamize the old rural roads."
a ceremonial staff carried as a symbol of authority or a weapon similar to a club
"The guard carried a mace as a symbol of authority."
to soften or break up something, especially food, by soaking in liquid
"The chef macerated the fruit in wine before serving."
cunning, scheming, and unscrupulous, especially in politics or in advancing one's career
"The politician was known for his Machiavellian tactics."
to engage in plots or schemes, usually for harmful or evil purposes
"The rebels tried to machinate against the king."
a secret plan or scheme intended to accomplish something, especially something evil
"The detective uncovered the villain's machination."
a train that carries mail and postal packages
"The mail train departs every evening to deliver letters across the country."
Letters, packages, or email messages sent or delivered to someone.
"I received an important letter in the mail."
The state of being a maiden; girlhood or virginity.
"The poem celebrated the innocence of maidenhood."
A great king, especially a ruler of one of the principal states in India.
"The maharaja lived in a grand palace surrounded by gardens."
the great size, extent, or importance of something
"The magnitude of the earthquake shocked the nation."
using high-flown or pompous language
"The politician’s magniloquent speech impressed the crowd."
to make something appear larger or more important than it really is
"The microscope can magnify tiny cells."
extremely beautiful, impressive, or splendid
"The view from the mountain was truly magnificent."
splendor, grandeur, or impressive beauty
"The magnificence of the palace left everyone speechless."
to make something magnetic or to strongly attract
"The scientist managed to magnetize the iron rod."
having the power to attract metal objects or to attract people or things in a strong way
"The magnetic field of the Earth protects us from harmful solar radiation."
An object that produces a magnetic field and attracts metals like iron.
"The magnet held the paper to the fridge door."
A wealthy and influential person, especially in business or industry.
"The oil magnate donated millions to charity."
Generous or forgiving, especially toward a rival or less powerful person.
"He was magnanimous in victory, praising his opponent."
Generosity, nobility of spirit, and forgiveness toward others.
"She showed magnanimity by forgiving her rival."
A civil officer who administers the law, often with limited judicial authority.
"The magistrate presided over the minor criminal case."
The office, authority, or district of a magistrate.
"He was proud to serve in the local magistracy for over a decade."
Having the characteristics of a master or authority; commanding and dignified.
"The professor spoke in a magisterial tone during the lecture."
A person who performs tricks and illusions for entertainment or one believed to have magical powers.
"The magician pulled a rabbit out of his hat."
a waterproof raincoat, originally made from rubberized fabric
"He wore a mackintosh to stay dry in the rain."
To stain, spot, or pollute something.
"The white cloth was maculated by ink stains."
Nutrients that are needed in large amounts to provide energy and building materials for the body, including carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.
"Proteins, fats, and carbohydrates are vital macronutrients."
Relating to macroeconomics or the large-scale or general economic factors, such as interest rates and national productivity.
"Macroeconomic policies influence inflation and employment rates."
The whole universe considered as a large, complex system; a large-scale representation of something.
"The macrocosm of the universe reflects the microcosm of human life."
a person who operates machine tools or makes and repairs machines
"The machinist carefully adjusted the gears on the lathe."
A device with moving parts that uses energy to perform a particular task.
"This washing machine is very efficient."
