英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
meat from a deer
"The restaurant served venison steak with red wine."
to defeat thoroughly, especially in battle or competition
"The army vanquished its enemies with superior strategy."
worth a great deal of money or importance
"The diamond ring is very valuable."
the forefront of an action, movement, or military force
"The company is at the vanguard of technological innovation."
The layer of vegetation beneath the main canopy of a forest.
"The understory of a rainforest is home to small mammals and insects."
seeking to harm someone in return for a perceived injury; vindictive
"She felt vengeful after her friend betrayed her trust."
relating to sexual intercourse or sexually transmitted diseases
"Doctors warn about the dangers of venereal diseases."
the quality of being logically or factually sound; legal acceptability
"The lawyer questioned the validity of the contract."
praised or boasted about, especially excessively
"The vaunted technology failed to deliver the expected results."
A decorative drapery hung across the top of a window or bed.
"She chose a floral valance to match the curtains in her bedroom."
a soft, luxurious fabric with a thick, short pile on one side
"The royal curtains were made of rich red velvet."
the edge or border of something; very close to happening
"She was on the verge of tears."
Green with grass or other rich vegetation; lush and fertile.
"The hills looked verdant after the monsoon rains."
A ship or large boat; also a container for holding liquids or a tube in the body that carries blood.
"The fishing vessel returned safely to the harbor."
used to emphasize that something is genuine or true
"The house was a veritable palace compared to ours."
A person or company that sells goods or services.
"The street vendor sold fresh fruits every morning."
a fine parchment made originally from the skin of a calf, used for writing or printing
"The ancient manuscript was written on vellum."
Business enterprises or undertakings, especially risky ones.
"Luxury ventures in space attract wealthy clients."
small animals or insects that are harmful or destructive, such as rats, lice, or fleas
"The old warehouse was overrun with vermin."
a person who suffers harm, injury, or death due to an event or action
"The victim of the accident was taken to the hospital immediately."
relating to the veins that carry blood to the heart
"The doctor examined the patient’s venous circulation."
relating to the underside or abdominal part of an animal or organ
"The fish has a white ventral surface."
showing many different kinds or forms
"The menu offers a varied selection of dishes."
The act of selling; sale.
"The auction was a formal vendition of the estate's assets."
a ruler exercising authority on behalf of a sovereign in a colony or province
"The viceroy governed the colony in the king's name."
a place where an event or activity takes place
"The wedding venue was beautifully decorated."
Causing dizziness due to great height or steepness.
"The tourists looked down from the vertiginous cliffs with awe."
to live in a dull, inactive, or unchallenging way, often with little physical or mental effort
"He spent his vacation vegetating on the couch in front of the TV."
Standing or pointing straight up; perpendicular to the ground.
"The skyscraper has a perfectly vertical design."
the process of deciding how much money something is worth; an estimated value
"The property valuation came in higher than expected."
The inability to decide between different opinions or actions; indecisiveness.
"His constant vacillation frustrated his colleagues during the meeting."
The ethical theory that actions are right if they are useful or for the benefit of the majority.
"Utilitarianism suggests that we should act to maximize overall happiness."
The highest point; the top or the apex.
"The climber reached the vertex of the mountain."
Great enthusiasm, spirit, or energy in expression or performance.
"The actor performed his role with remarkable verve."
Designed to be useful or practical rather than attractive; relating to the doctrine that actions are right if they are useful or for the benefit of a majority.
"The building had a simple utilitarian design."
showing strong feeling; forceful, passionate, or intense
"She made a vehement argument against the proposal."
Ability to work successfully.
"The viability of a business depends on financial stability."
plants collectively, especially those found in a particular area or environment
"The valley is rich in lush green vegetation."
a poisonous substance secreted by animals such as snakes or spiders; also used to describe intense ill will or malice
"The snake injected its venom into the prey."
To make sure or demonstrate that something is true, accurate, or justified.
"Please verify your email address to complete the registration."
having no worth, importance, or usefulness
"The old broken phone was considered valueless."
a machine used for transporting people or goods
"He drives a vehicle to work every day."
To make someone a victim, often by treating them unfairly or cruelly.
"The corrupt officials victimized the poor villagers."
the speed of something in a given direction
"The velocity of the car increased as it moved downhill."
different from one another; of several different kinds
"She owns various kinds of books."
