英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
Relating to high quality from the past; classic; also the year of a wine harvest.
"She wore a vintage dress from the 1950s."
the language or dialect spoken by ordinary people in a particular region
"He gave his speech in the local vernacular so everyone could understand."
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."
A particular form or variant of something.
"The software has a new version with added features."
a fine parchment made originally from the skin of a calf, used for writing or printing
"The ancient manuscript was written on vellum."
relating to words or speech rather than writing or action
"They had a verbal agreement instead of a written one."
A line of writing in poetry; a section of a song or poem.
"She wrote a beautiful verse for the wedding ceremony."
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 person who breaks or disregards a law, rule, or agreement.
"The police caught the traffic violator at the intersection."
Causing dizziness due to great height or steepness.
"The tourists looked down from the vertiginous cliffs with awe."
lacking liveliness, flavor, or interest; dull and uninspired
"The lecture was so vapid that half the audience fell asleep."
A short, descriptive piece of writing or a brief scene.
"The author included a poignant vignette in the introduction of the book."
behavior involving physical force intended to hurt or damage
"The protest turned into an act of violence."
The practice of growing crops in vertically stacked layers, often incorporating controlled-environment agriculture.
"Vertical farming ensures maximum space utilization in urban areas."
Great respect; reverence; the action of regarding with great respect or reverence.
"Many cultures show veneration for their ancestors."
a recording of moving visual images made digitally or on film
"She watched the video of her favorite concert online."
Excessive use of words, often with little content or meaning; wordiness.
"The contract was filled with unnecessary legal verbiage."
the quality or state of being different or diverse; a range of different things
"There is a variety of fruits available in the market."
a bright red-orange color; a pigment of this color
"The artist used vermillion paint for the sunset."
related to spring; fresh, youthful
"The garden was filled with vernal beauty after the long winter."
appearing to be true or real
"The story seemed verisimilar though it was entirely fictional."
The appearance of differently colored zones in the leaves, flowers, or stems of plants.
"Variegation makes the foliage look more attractive."
A secure room for storing valuables; also to leap or spring over something.
"The bank kept its gold bars in a secure vault."
to break or fail to comply with a rule, law, or agreement
"He was arrested for violating traffic laws."
Willing to take risks or try out new and exciting things; adventurous.
"The venturous explorers set out to cross the uncharted desert."
a musical instrument with four strings that is played with a bow
"She plays the violin beautifully in the orchestra."
using or involving physical force intended to hurt or damage
"He became violent after hearing the bad news."
showing many different kinds or forms
"The menu offers a varied selection of dishes."
machines used for transporting people or goods from one place to another
"There are many different types of vehicles on the road today."
the area near or surrounding a particular place; neighborhood
"There are many shops in the vicinity of the school."
a sour liquid made from fermented alcohol, used for cooking and preserving
"I added vinegar to the salad dressing for extra flavor."
A person who makes or sells wine.
"The vintner explained the process of making red wine."
A change or slight difference in condition, amount, or level.
"There is a wide variation in climate across the country."
An act of defeating an opponent or achieving success in a struggle or contest.
"The team celebrated their victory after the final match."
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."
Oil extracted from plants, seeds, or nuts used for cooking
"She heated vegetable oil in the pan before adding the vegetables."
relating to the underside or abdominal part of an animal or organ
"The fish has a white ventral surface."
a place where an event or activity takes place
"The wedding venue was beautifully decorated."
The highest point; the top or the apex.
"The climber reached the vertex of the mountain."
respected and admired deeply
"The venerated professor was honored with an award."
having a shape or appearance like a worm; worm-like
"The artist used a vermicular design to decorate the border of the manuscript."
punishment inflicted or retribution exacted for an injury or wrong; revenge
"He swore to seek vengeance against those who wronged him."
the appearance of being true or real
"The movie was praised for its verisimilitude to actual events."
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."
having won a victory; successful in a struggle or contest
"The victorious team celebrated their championship win with great joy."
