英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
capable of being restrained, controlled, or prevented
"The symptoms of the disease are suppressible with medication."
to forcibly put an end to something; to restrain or hold back an action, feeling, or development
"The government tried to suppress the protest."
Based on assumption rather than fact; not genuine or authentic.
"The story turned out to be supposititious, with no evidence to support it."
An assumption or belief that something is true without certain proof.
"His plan was based on the supposition that the market would recover quickly."
used to show that something is believed or claimed to be true, though it may not be
"He is supposedly the best player on the team."
generally believed or assumed, but not necessarily true
"This is the supposed solution to the problem."
to assume or believe something is true without proof
"I suppose she will be here soon."
providing encouragement or emotional help to someone
"She was very supportive during my difficult times."
Giving assistance to; helping to bear the weight of something.
"Supporting education initiatives helps reduce child labour."
a person who supports someone or something
"She is a strong supporter of the local animal shelter."
to give assistance or help to someone or something
"They always support each other during difficult times."
a person or company that provides goods or services
"The supplier delivered the products on time."
To ask for something earnestly or humbly, often in a religious context.
"The villagers supplicated the gods for rain during the drought."
A person who humbly or earnestly asks for something, usually from a person of authority.
"The temple was filled with supplicants seeking blessings."
Humbly or earnestly asking for something, especially from a person in authority.
"The suppliant man begged for mercy at the king's feet."
Additional, completing, or enhancing something else.
"The teacher gave supplementary materials to help the students prepare for exams."
Something added to complete or enhance; to add extra to make up for a deficiency.
"She takes vitamin supplements to improve her health."
Easily bending or moving without breaking; flexible and adaptable.
"The gymnast’s body was remarkably supple."
To take the place of something or someone, often by force or strategy.
"Digital platforms have supplanted traditional newspapers."
an evening meal, typically a light or informal one
"We usually have supper around seven o'clock."
Lying on the back, face upward; failing to act due to laziness or weakness.
"He lay supine on the grass, staring at the stars."
a set of rooms designated for one person's or family's use or for a particular purpose
"They stayed in the presidential suite at the hotel."
The day of the week between Saturday and Monday; often considered a day of rest or worship.
"We usually relax at home on Sunday."
a large yellow flower that turns to face the sun
"The sunflower field looked amazing in the bright sunlight."
Splendid and expensive-looking; luxurious.
"The guests were treated to a sumptuous banquet."
Relating to laws or regulations intended to limit personal spending on luxury goods.
"In medieval Europe, sumptuary laws restricted the wearing of expensive fabrics to the nobility."
A high-level conference focused on addressing future challenges and opportunities.
"The Summit of the Future addressed global challenges."
The highest point of a hill or mountain; a meeting between heads of state or leaders.
"The leaders met at the summit to discuss global issues."
the warmest season of the year, between spring and autumn
"We love going to the beach during summer."
The process of adding things together; a summary of points.
"The lawyer gave a powerful summation of the case."
A brief statement of the main points of something.
"She wrote a summary of the book for her class."
To give a brief statement of the main points of something
"She summarized the report in just a few minutes."
Uncomfortably hot and humid; also describes someone attractive in a passionate or sensual way.
"The sultry weather made it hard to focus on work."
to damage the purity, integrity, or reputation of something
"The scandal sullied the politician’s reputation."
bad-tempered and gloomy; silently resentful
"She gave him a sullen look and walked away."
bad-tempered and sullen; moody
"The child became sulky when he couldn't get his favorite toy."
to be silently resentful or moody
"He went to his room to sulk after the argument."
a man who pursues a relationship with a woman, often with the intent to marry
"She had many suitors vying for her attention."
the right to vote in political elections
"The movement fought for women’s suffrage in the early 20th century."
crystallized sugar formed into small pieces; rock candy made from sugar syrup
"The children enjoyed eating colorful sugar candy at the festival."
to gradually spread through or over something
"A warm glow suffused her face as she smiled."
a person advocating the extension of suffrage, especially to women
"The suffragists organized rallies to demand voting rights for women."
to an adequate degree or extent
"She studied sufficiently to pass the exam."
feeling or showing astonishment or shock
"She was surprised by the news."
enough; adequate for a purpose
"She had sufficient money to buy the dress."
