英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
serving to make a fault or an offense seem less serious
"She asked for leniency due to extenuating circumstances."
the outer surface or part of something; relating to the outside
"The exterior of the house was painted white."
situated on or relating to the outside of something; coming from outside
"The external factors affected the company's growth."
A side effect or consequence of an industrial or commercial activity.
"Pollution is a negative externality of industrialization."
in a way that relates to the outer surface or outside appearance
"The building appeared externally modern, but inside it was quite old-fashioned."
no longer existing; having died out
"Dinosaurs became extinct millions of years ago."
to put out a fire, light, or to end something
"The firefighters managed to extinguish the blaze within an hour."
to completely remove or destroy something unwanted
"The government launched a program to extirpate corruption from public offices."
to praise enthusiastically and highly
"The teacher extolled the student's dedication and hard work."
to obtain something, especially money, by force, threats, or unfair means
"The gang attempted to extort money from local shopkeepers."
the practice of obtaining something, especially money, through force or threats
"The businessman was arrested for extortion after threatening his partner."
More than what is usual, expected, or necessary
"She brought some extra food for the picnic."
to remove or take out something, often with effort
"The dentist had to extract the damaged tooth."
the act of removing something, especially by pulling it out
"The extraction of oil from the ground requires special equipment."
to hand over a person accused or convicted of a crime to another country or state
"The government agreed to extradite the fugitive to his home country."
the official process of sending someone accused of a crime to another country or state
"The extradition of the suspect was delayed due to legal issues."
done outside the authority of the legal system or judicial process
"The activists condemned the extrajudicial killings."
Not directly related or essential to the matter at hand; irrelevant.
"The editor removed extraneous details from the report."
Very unusual, remarkable, or exceptional.
"She showed extraordinary courage during the crisis."
To estimate or infer something by extending known information or trends.
"Scientists extrapolate future climate patterns from current data."
Extend the application of (a method or conclusion) to an unknown situation by assuming that existing trends will continue.
"Extrapolating from the current data, we can estimate the trends for next year."
The process of estimating or predicting something based on extending known information.
"The company's financial extrapolation suggests steady growth."
Excessive spending or lack of restraint in using resources.
"His extravagance on luxury cars worried his family."
Spending or using more than is necessary; excessively elaborate or luxurious.
"She wore an extravagant dress to the party."
reaching a high or intense degree; very great or severe
"They went on an extreme adventure in the mountains."
to a very high degree; very much
"The movie was extremely interesting."
A person who holds extreme political or religious views and may act on them.
"The group was led by an extremist with radical ideas."
The farthest point or limit of something; a severe or extreme condition.
"He was pushed to the extremity of his patience."
To free someone or something from a constraint or difficulty.
"The firefighters extricated the passengers from the wrecked car."
Not part of the essential nature of someone or something; coming from outside.
"His motivation was largely extrinsic, driven by rewards and recognition."
a person who is outgoing, sociable, and energized by being around other people
"As an extrovert, she enjoys meeting new people at social events."
to force something out through a small opening; to shape by pushing material through a mold
"The factory extrudes plastic pipes using modern machines."
the quality of being full of energy, excitement, and cheerfulness
"Her exuberance made the whole team feel motivated."
full of energy, excitement, and cheerfulness
"The children were exuberant after winning the game."
to display a quality strongly and openly; to release a liquid or smell slowly
"He exudes confidence whenever he speaks in public."
to show or feel great joy, often as a result of success
"The fans exulted after their team won the championship."
the round part of the eye within the eyelids and socket
"The doctor examined his eyeball carefully."
the strip of hair growing on the ridge above a person's eye
"She raised her eyebrow in surprise."
either of the upper or lower folds of skin that cover the eye when closed
"Her eyelids felt heavy with sleep."
the ability to see; vision
"Regular eye checkups are important for maintaining good eyesight."
something that is very ugly and unpleasant to look at
"The abandoned building has become an eyesore in the neighborhood."
a person who has seen something happen and can give evidence about it
"The police interviewed several eyewitnesses to the accident."
the nest of a bird of prey, such as an eagle, typically built high on a cliff or tree
"The eagle’s eyrie was perched high on the mountain cliff."
a short story, typically featuring animals as characters, that conveys a moral lesson
"Aesop’s fables are famous for teaching valuable lessons through simple stories."
Cloth or material produced by weaving or knitting fibers.
"The tailor used silk fabric to make the dress."
to invent or concoct something, often with the intent to deceive; or to construct or manufacture
"The witness fabricated his testimony to protect himself."
something that is made up or invented; a lie or false story
"The journalist was fired for publishing fabrications instead of facts."
Extremely good or wonderful; almost unbelievable
"She looked fabulous in her new dress."
