英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
A reference book or electronic resource containing words, usually arranged alphabetically, with information about their meanings, pronunciations, etymologies, and usage.
"I looked up the word in the dictionary to understand its meaning."
A formal pronouncement, authoritative statement, or maxim.
"The judge’s dictum clarified the principle of equality before the law."
Intended to teach, often with a moral lesson.
"The novel is not just entertaining but also didactic in nature."
the kinds of food that a person usually eats
"He follows a strict vegetarian diet."
to be unlike or distinct from something else
"Opinions differ on this issue."
A point or way in which things are not the same.
"There is a big difference between theory and practice."
Not the same as another; distinct or unlike.
"Her opinion was completely different from mine."
A distinguishing characteristic that sets one thing apart from another.
"The differentia of humans is their ability to reason abstractly."
Relating to or showing a difference; involving a distinction.
"There is a differential treatment between the two groups."
To recognize or make a distinction between things.
"It is important to differentiate between fact and opinion."
The action or process of differentiating or distinguishing between two or more things or people.
"Strong differentiation sets brands apart from competitors."
in a way that is not the same as another or as expected
"She approached the problem differently than her colleagues."
Needing much effort or skill to do or understand.
"The exam was so difficult that many students failed."
the state or condition of being hard to do, deal with, or understand
"He faced great difficulty in learning a new language."
Lack of self-confidence; shyness or modesty.
"Her diffidence made it hard for her to speak in public."
able to spread or be spread through a medium
"Oxygen is diffusible through cell membranes."
to break down food in the body; to think about and understand
"It takes time to digest a heavy meal."
Relating to the digestion of food.
"Digestive enzymes help break down food."
relating to technology that uses signals or data in the form of numbers (0s and 1s)
"She prefers digital books over printed ones."
A period of time during which a person refrains from using electronic devices such as smartphones or computers, regarded as an opportunity to reduce stress or focus on social interaction in the physical world.
"A digital detox can help improve mental clarity and reduce stress."
A format in which information is stored as electronic data.
"A digital format family tree can be shared online."
Electronic software and applications used for learning and educational purposes.
"Schools are integrating digital tools to enhance learning."
a person considered to be important because of high rank or office
"Several foreign dignitaries attended the state banquet."
the state or quality of being worthy of respect or honor
"He faced the difficult situation with calm and dignity."
A pair of letters representing a single sound, such as 'sh' in 'ship'.
"In the word 'phone', the letters 'ph' form a digraph."
to crush something into folds or wrinkles
"He crumpled the paper and threw it in the bin."
a vigorous campaign for a social, political, or religious cause; to fight passionately for a cause
"She has been crusading for women's rights all her life."
the hard outer surface of something, especially bread or the Earth's outer layer
"He cut off the crust of the bread before eating."
an aquatic animal with a hard shell, such as crabs, lobsters, and shrimps
"Crabs and lobsters are well-known crustaceans."
relating to or having a hard shell like a crustacean
"The scientist studied the crustaceous fossils."
a support used by someone injured to walk; also something relied upon for support or help
"He had to use crutches after breaking his leg."
the most important or decisive point of an issue
"The crux of the problem lies in poor communication."
an underground chamber, especially one beneath a church, used as a burial place
"The tourists explored the ancient crypt beneath the cathedral."
having a meaning that is mysterious or obscure
"She left a cryptic message on his voicemail."
A digital currency in which transactions are verified and records maintained by a decentralized system
"Cryptocurrencies are revolutionizing the financial landscape."
a text written in code or cipher
"The detective solved the cryptogram hidden in the letter."
Relating to cryptography; involving or using secret codes or ciphers for security.
"Banks use cryptographic technology to protect transactions."
The practice of securing information through encryption or coding techniques
"Modern cryptography ensures secure online transactions."
a clear, transparent mineral or glass that forms a solid structure with regular patterns
"She wore a necklace made of sparkling crystal."
to form crystals; to make an idea or plan clear and definite
"Her vague thoughts began to crystallize into a solid plan."
