英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
reserved or uncommunicative in speech; saying little
"He was a taciturn man who rarely spoke in meetings."
understood or implied without being stated
"There was a tacit agreement to avoid the subject."
a small side drum or tambourine used especially in folk music
"The folk musician played a lively tune on his tabour."
a spoon used for serving or eating food, typically holding about 15 milliliters
"She stirred the soup with a tablespoon."
a striking or artistic scene or arrangement of people or objects, often presented on stage or in art
"The actors froze in a tableau that captured the final moment of the play."
A piece of furniture with a flat top and legs, used for working at or placing items on.
"They placed the documents on the table."
a casual short-sleeved cotton shirt with no collar
"He wore a white t-shirt and jeans to the party."
A set of connected things or parts forming a complex whole.
"Effective systems improve productivity."
A methodical and organized plan or approach to achieve specific objectives.
"A systematic strategy was employed to achieve objectives."
A structured and organized approach to regularly saving money according to a planned schedule
"Systematic savings can mitigate financial crises in old age."
Done or acting according to a fixed plan or system; methodical.
"The company took a systematic approach to solving the issue."
a set of connected parts forming a complex whole; an organized method
"The education system needs major reforms."
Made by chemical synthesis, especially to imitate a natural product.
"The shoes are made from synthetic leather."
Combine (a number of things) into a coherent whole.
"He excels in synthesizing ideas from different sources."
To combine different elements to form a new whole.
"The scientist synthesized a new compound in the lab."
the rules for arranging words and phrases to create well-formed sentences in a language or code
"Clear syntax helps readers understand complex ideas quickly."
giving a general overview or summary; presenting a broad view
"The report offers a synoptic view of climate trends over the past century."
a brief summary of the main points of a text, film, or research
"The publisher asked the author to submit a one-page synopsis of the novel."
having the same or nearly the same meaning; closely associated with something
"For many people, her name is synonymous with generosity."
a word or phrase that has the same or nearly the same meaning as another word
"In this sentence, 'big' is a synonym of 'large'."
An assembly of the clergy in a Christian church convened to decide on issues of doctrine or administration.
"The synod gathered to discuss reforms in the church."
The increased effectiveness that results when two or more people or organizations work together.
"The merger created synergy between the two companies."
Combine in such a way that the total effect is greater than the sum of the individual effects.
"The teams were synergized to maximize productivity."
To combine in such a way that the total effect is greater than the sum of the individual effects; to work together cooperatively.
"The two companies plan to synergize their efforts for greater success."
a person whose job is to clean floors and streets by sweeping
"The sweeper cleaned the school corridor every morning."
Enlarged or puffed up, usually due to injury, inflammation, or fluid accumulation
"Her ankle was swollen after she twisted it during the hike."
to change from one thing to another or to turn something on or off
"Please switch the light off."
to move your finger across a touch screen or to hit with a sweeping motion
"He swiped left on the photo."
to move back and forth or from side to side
"The children love to swing in the park."
a person who cheats or deceives others for money or gain
"The police finally caught the notorious swindler."
to cheat someone out of money or possessions by deceit
"The con artist tried to swindle the old man out of his savings."
the activity or sport of moving through water using the limbs
"Swimming is a great way to stay fit and healthy."
Technology designed to meet present needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet their needs.
"Sustainable technology ensures a cleaner future."
to move through water by moving your body
"She loves to swim in the ocean."
to drink something greedily or in large amounts
"He swilled down the beer in seconds."
to change direction suddenly, especially to avoid hitting something
"The car swerved to avoid the dog."
uncomfortably hot
"The sweltering heat made it hard to work."
to suffer from intense heat
"We began to swelter in the midday sun."
to increase in size or volume, often due to internal pressure or emotional intensity
"Her ankle began to swell after the injury."
a small piece of confectionery or candy; a sweet delicacy
"The children enjoyed the traditional sweetmeats during the festival."
a citrus fruit that is sweeter and less acidic than regular lime
"The sweetlime juice was refreshing on a hot day."
A root vegetable with sweet flesh, typically orange or purple in color
"Roasted sweet potato makes a healthy and delicious side dish."
having a pleasant taste or smell, like sugar or honey
"The cake tastes sweet."
a large waterbird with a long curved neck and usually white plumage
"The elegant swan glided silently across the water."
to make food or drink go down your throat into your stomach
"He swallowed the pill with a glass of water."
