英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
behaving in a way that suggests you have higher standards than you actually do
"It was hypocritical of him to complain about dishonesty."
relating to the region immediately beneath the skin; also refers to a type of needle or syringe used to inject drugs beneath the skin.
"The doctor used a hypodermic needle to administer the vaccine."
the longest side of a right-angled triangle, opposite the right angle.
"In a right triangle, the hypotenuse is always longer than the other two sides."
to pledge something, such as property, as security for a debt without giving up possession of it.
"The company hypothecated its assets to secure the loan."
a proposed explanation made on the basis of limited evidence as a starting point for further investigation.
"The scientist tested her hypothesis through multiple experiments."
based on or serving as a hypothesis; imagined or supposed for the sake of discussion.
"She described a hypothetical situation to explain her point."
Extremely funny or uncontrollably emotional.
"The comedian's jokes were absolutely hysterical."
frozen water, a solid form of water
"The lake was covered with thick ice in winter."
a frozen sweet dessert made from dairy products, usually served cold
"Children love to eat ice-cream on hot summer days."
Relating to or resembling fish.
"The artist's painting had an ichthyic quality."
A scientist who studies fish.
"The ichthyologist discovered a new species of fish in the river."
The branch of zoology that deals with fish.
"He pursued a degree in ichthyology at the university."
Extinct marine reptiles that resembled fish and dolphins, dominant during the Mesozoic era.
"Ichthyosaurs were swift predators of the ancient seas."
In a very cold, unfriendly, or hostile manner.
"She replied icily to his question."
The state of being cold in manner or temperature.
"There was a distinct iciness in his voice."
A person or thing regarded as a symbol of something, or a graphic symbol on a screen.
"The singer became a cultural icon."
Symbolic, legendary, famous, representing something significant or characteristic.
"The Eiffel Tower is an iconic landmark of France."
A person who attacks or criticizes cherished beliefs, traditions, or institutions.
"He was known as an iconoclast who challenged old traditions."
Characterized by attacking or rejecting cherished beliefs, traditions, or established values.
"Her iconoclastic views challenged the conventional wisdom of the industry."
extremely cold; covered with ice; unfriendly or hostile
"The icy wind made everyone shiver."
A thought, plan, or suggestion about what to do.
"She had a brilliant idea for a new business."
the best possible; perfect for a situation
"This place is ideal for a picnic."
Perfect or most suitable conditions for growth or development
"Winter creates an ideal environment for vegetable growth."
the pursuit of high principles and noble goals; unrealistic pursuit of perfection
"His youthful idealism motivated him to join various social justice movements."
pursuing high principles or ideals; unrealistically optimistic
"She has an idealistic view of changing the world."
To regard or represent something as perfect or better than it really is.
"Children often idealize their parents."
The process of forming ideas or concepts.
"The workshop focused on ideation and brainstorming."
Exactly the same in every detail.
"The twins wore identical clothes."
the process of recognizing or proving who or what someone or something is
"You need proper identification to enter the building."
To recognize or establish who or what someone or something is.
"The root causes of the issue need to be identified."
to recognize or establish what something or someone is
"The police could not identify the suspect."
the characteristics, feelings, or beliefs that make a person or group different from others
"Cultural traditions are an important part of national identity."
Relating to or based on a system of ideas or beliefs.
"The two parties are divided by deep ideological differences."
A system of ideas and ideals, especially one that forms the basis of economic or political theory and policy.
"Democracy is based on the ideology of freedom and equality."
extremely stupid behavior or actions; foolishness
"The decision to ignore safety protocols was pure idiocy that endangered everyone."
A group of words whose meaning is different from the meanings of the individual words.
"The idiom 'break the ice' means to start a conversation in a friendly way."
A distinctive or peculiar characteristic, habit, or mannerism unique to an individual.
"One of her idiosyncrasies was humming while working."
Peculiar or individual; relating to an idiosyncrasy.
"He has an idiosyncratic approach to problem-solving."
a person who acts in a way that is considered very stupid or foolish
"He acted like an idiot at the party last night."
extremely stupid; foolish; senseless
"His idiotic behavior embarrassed everyone at the meeting."
Adjective: not active or in use; lazy. Verb: to spend time doing nothing.
"The workers sat idle during the power outage."
A person who avoids work or spends time lazily.
"He was known as an idler who wasted his days."
an image or representation of a god used as an object of worship; a person who is greatly admired
"The singer became a teenage idol after her hit song topped the charts worldwide."
Excessively devoted or reverent towards idols or false gods.
"The ancient tribe was known for its idolatrious practices."
To worship idols; to regard with excessive devotion or admiration.
"They began to idolatrize the statue as a deity."
Excessively admiring or worshipping someone or something as an idol.
"The king was criticized for his idolatrous devotion to wealth."
The worship of idols or extreme admiration for someone or something.
"The priest condemned the idolatry practiced in the village."
