英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
A method, skill, or art in a particular field, especially in the arts or sciences.
"The artist’s technic in watercolor impressed the judges."
relating to a specific subject, art, or craft, or its techniques.
"He has a technical background in engineering."
A small detail of law, rule, or procedure; a minor point that affects an outcome.
"The case was dismissed on a technicality."
a person skilled in the practical aspects of a particular science, art, or job
"The technician repaired the computer within an hour."
A particular way of carrying out a task, especially with skill.
"She learned a new breathing technique in yoga class."
the descriptive study or writing about the practical arts, technologies, or technical methods of a society
"The anthropologist specialized in technography to understand indigenous tool-making traditions."
relating to or involving technology or technical processes
"The company is investing heavily in technological innovation."
the degree of heat or coldness measured by a thermometer
"The temperature outside is very high today."
a principle, belief, or doctrine held to be true
"Honesty is a central tenet of their philosophy."
a large building divided into separate apartments, often in poor condition
"The family lived in a crowded tenement in the city."
dark, shadowy, or obscure
"The cave was damp and tenebrous, filled with eerie sounds."
gentleness and kindness; the quality of being easily hurt or damaged
"The mother showed great tenderness while caring for her sick child."
to offer formally; soft and delicate in texture or character; a formal offer or proposal
"The company tendered its resignation to the board."
Expressing or promoting a particular cause or point of view, often biased.
"The article was criticized for its tendentious tone."
An inclination or likelihood to behave in a certain way.
"He has a tendency to forget small details."
A person who occupies land or property rented from a landlord.
"The tenant paid the rent on time every month."
The possession or occupation of land or property as a tenant.
"The tenancy agreement was signed for two years."
the quality of being persistent, determined, and not easily giving up
"His tenacity helped him succeed despite many failures."
holding firmly to something; persistent and determined
"She was tenacious in pursuing her goals."
able to be defended or maintained against attack or objection
"His argument was strong and tenable in court."
appealing to or attracting someone, even if wrong or inadvisable; alluring
"The chocolate cake looked very tempting in the bakery window."
a person or thing that entices someone into doing something wrong
"The tempter whispered false promises into his ear."
the desire to do something wrong or unwise; an urge to have or do something
"He resisted the temptation to eat the entire chocolate cake."
to entice or attract someone to do something, often something wrong or unwise
"The smell of fresh bread tempted him to enter the bakery."
To delay making a decision or taking action in order to gain time.
"The politician temporized when asked about the controversial issue."
Short-term or provisional housing or living arrangements.
"Temporary settlements will aid lunar exploration."
Lasting for only a limited period of time; not permanent.
"She found a temporary job during the summer break."
for a limited time; not permanently
"The road is closed temporarily for repairs."
Relating to worldly affairs or to time rather than spiritual matters.
"The monk gave up his temporal possessions to live a simple life."
The speed or pace at which a piece of music or activity is performed.
"The band played the song at a faster tempo than usual."
a building used for the worship of a god or gods
"They visited an ancient temple during their trip to India."
Characterized by strong and turbulent emotions or stormy conditions.
"Their tempestuous relationship often swung between love and anger."
a violent storm with strong winds; a state of great disturbance or tumult
"The sailors struggled to navigate through the fierce tempest."
having a specified temper or disposition; strengthened or moderated.
"She gave a tempered response to the criticism."
a person aged between 13 and 19 years.
"He's a teenager who loves sports."
the explanation of phenomena by the purpose they serve rather than by cause
"Aristotle is often associated with the concept of teleology in philosophy."
The process of recording and transmitting the readings of an instrument.
"The spacecraft transmitted telemetry data back to Earth."
the practice or principle of abstaining completely from alcoholic drinks
"He practiced teetotalism throughout his life."
to move or balance unsteadily; to wobble
"The glass began to teeter on the edge of the table."
a person aged between 13 and 19 years.
"Teenagers often enjoy hanging out with friends."
relating to or characteristic of people aged between 13 and 19 years old
"She spent her teenage years in a small town."
the state of being tedious; monotony or boredom
"The tedium of long meetings often drains motivation."
the application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, especially in industry
"Modern technology has revolutionized communication."
Relating to the structure of the earth's crust and the large-scale processes that take place within it.
"Tectonic movements cause earthquakes and mountain formation."
too long, slow, or dull; tiresome or monotonous
"Filling out endless forms can be a tedious task."
a system for transmitting voices over a distance using wire or radio, typically for communication.
"I need to make a telephone call to my friend."
to be full of or swarming with
"The forest teems with wildlife."
