英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
a small bed for a baby, especially one that rocks from side to side
"The baby sleeps peacefully in the cradle."
an activity involving skill in making things by hand; a trade or occupation
"She has mastered the craft of pottery."
skilled at achieving goals through cunning or deceit; sly
"The crafty fox evaded the hunters again."
a steep or rugged cliff or rock face
"The hikers climbed the jagged crag to reach the summit."
uncomfortably small or restricted
"The room was so cramped that we could barely move."
a large tall bird with long legs and neck; a machine for lifting heavy objects
"The graceful crane stood motionless by the water's edge."
the skull, especially the part enclosing the brain
"The archaeologists carefully examined the ancient cranium."
bad-tempered, easily annoyed, or irritable
"The child gets cranky when he is hungry."
To collide violently; to suddenly stop working (for machines or computers).
"The car crashed into the wall at high speed."
lacking sensitivity, refinement, or intelligence
"His crass remarks offended everyone at the meeting."
to have a strong desire for something
"She craves adventure and often travels to remote places."
cowardly; lacking courage
"He was too craven to stand up for his beliefs."
a strong desire for something
"She has a craving for chocolate every evening."
to move slowly on hands and knees or with the body close to the ground
"The baby began to crawl across the floor."
mentally unsound; extremely foolish or enthusiastic
"He had a crazy idea that actually worked."
to make a high-pitched, squeaking noise when moved
"The old door creaked as she opened it."
A thick, fatty part of milk that rises to the top; also a soft substance used in cooking or cosmetics.
"She added some cream to her coffee."
a place where milk and cream are processed and dairy products are made
"The local creamery produces fresh butter and cheese daily."
having a smooth, rich texture like cream
"She poured a creamy sauce over the pasta."
a line or fold produced on paper, cloth, or other material; to make a fold or wrinkle
"She ironed the shirt carefully to remove every crease."
To bring something into existence; to make or produce.
"The artist wants to create a new painting."
To bring something into existence or to cause something to happen
"Pollution creates environmental and health issues."
The act of bringing something into existence; something that has been made or produced.
"The artist’s latest creation was admired by everyone at the gallery."
Things that have been created, especially works of art or imaginative works.
"His creations astonished the world."
Having the ability to produce new and original ideas or things.
"She is very creative in her writing."
Artistic displays or presentations that show originality and imagination.
"The creative exhibits highlighted recycling possibilities."
the ability to produce original and imaginative ideas
"Her creativity impressed everyone in the art class."
a person who brings something into existence
"He is the creator of many successful startups."
A living being, especially an animal.
"The forest is full of strange creatures."
belief in or acceptance of something as true
"The witness gave credence to the defendant's alibi."
a qualification, achievement, or aspect of a person's background used to indicate suitability for something
"She presented her credentials before starting the new job."
the quality of being trusted and believed in
"The journalist's credibility was questioned after the report."
able to be believed; convincing
"Her explanation was credible enough to convince the committee."
Deserving praise or acknowledgment, though not necessarily outstanding.
"She made a creditable effort in completing the project on time."
A statement of the beliefs or aims that guide someone's actions.
"Honesty has always been the central credo of his life."
A tendency to be too ready to believe that something is real or true.
"The scam succeeded because of the victim's credulity."
Having or showing too great a readiness to believe things.
"The credulous child believed every story she heard."
A system of religious or spiritual beliefs or a guiding principle.
"Freedom of speech is part of his personal creed."
a small stream or narrow river
"We went fishing by the creek near our house."
to move slowly and quietly, especially to avoid being noticed
"The child tried to creep into the room without making a sound."
to burn the body of a dead person until only ash remains
"They decided to cremate their relative according to tradition."
a place where dead bodies are cremated
"The crematory was located near the cemetery."
relating to twilight or active during twilight
"Bats are crepuscular animals, most active at dawn and dusk."
a gradual increase in loudness or intensity, especially in music
"The orchestra built to a powerful crescendo before the finale."
the top of a hill, wave, or mountain; a symbol of identity
"The hikers reached the crest of the mountain at sunrise."
sad and disappointed
"He looked crestfallen after hearing the bad news."
a deep crack in a glacier or the earth’s surface
"The climbers carefully crossed the icy crevasse."
a narrow crack or opening, especially in a rock or wall
"The lizard hid in a crevice between the stones."
