英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
a citrus fruit that is sweeter and less acidic than regular lime
"The sweetlime juice was refreshing on a hot day."
a small piece of confectionery or candy; a sweet delicacy
"The children enjoyed the traditional sweetmeats during the festival."
to increase in size or volume, often due to internal pressure or emotional intensity
"Her ankle began to swell after the injury."
to suffer from intense heat
"We began to swelter in the midday sun."
uncomfortably hot
"The sweltering heat made it hard to work."
to change direction suddenly, especially to avoid hitting something
"The car swerved to avoid the dog."
to drink something greedily or in large amounts
"He swilled down the beer in seconds."
to move through water by moving your body
"She loves to swim in the ocean."
Technology designed to meet present needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet their needs.
"Sustainable technology ensures a cleaner future."
the activity or sport of moving through water using the limbs
"Swimming is a great way to stay fit and healthy."
to cheat someone out of money or possessions by deceit
"The con artist tried to swindle the old man out of his savings."
a person who cheats or deceives others for money or gain
"The police finally caught the notorious swindler."
to move back and forth or from side to side
"The children love to swing in the park."
to move your finger across a touch screen or to hit with a sweeping motion
"He swiped left on the photo."
to change from one thing to another or to turn something on or off
"Please switch the light off."
Enlarged or puffed up, usually due to injury, inflammation, or fluid accumulation
"Her ankle was swollen after she twisted it during the hike."
A large marine fish with an elongated bill resembling a sword
"The swordfish can swim at speeds up to 60 mph."
a weapon with a long metal blade used for fighting
"The knight drew his sword to defend the castle."
The contraction of two adjacent vowels into a single syllable or the separation of liquid from a gel.
"The yogurt showed syneresis when liquid separated on top."
a group of symptoms that occur together and characterize a condition or disease
"Down syndrome affects a person's physical and mental development."
A group of individuals or organizations combined to promote a common interest or carry out a business venture.
"A syndicate of investors bought the struggling company."
Characterized by displaced beats or rhythms, especially in music.
"The jazz piece had a syncopated rhythm that energized the crowd."
Coordination in time, harmony in action or movement.
"Their dance performance showed perfect synchrony."
Happening, existing, or arising at the same time.
"The students participated in a synchronous online class."
To cause to occur or operate at the same time or rate; to coordinate in time.
"The dancers synchronized their movements perfectly."
The simultaneous occurrence of events or actions.
"The synchronism of the dancers' movements amazed the audience."
The meaningful coincidence of two or more events that are not planned.
"The synchronicity of their thoughts amazed everyone."
Of or relating to a synapse or synapses.
"Synaptic connections strengthen as we learn new things."
signs or indications of a disease or condition
"Fever and cough are common symptoms of the flu."
a sign or indication of something, especially of an illness
"Fever is a common symptom of the flu."
An elaborate musical composition for a full orchestra, typically in four movements.
"Beethoven's Fifth Symphony is one of the most famous works in classical music."
Harmonious; producing a pleasant sound or agreement of sound.
"The choir's voices were symphonious and filled the hall with beauty."
relating to or having the character of a symphony or symphony orchestra
"The concert featured a symphonic masterpiece."
feelings of pity and compassion for someone else's suffering
"She expressed her sympathy for the grieving family."
to feel or express compassion or pity for someone else’s situation
"I sympathize with you on the loss of your pet."
showing understanding or compassion for someone’s feelings or situation
"She was very sympathetic when he lost his job."
having parts on either side that match or are the same in shape, size, or arrangement
"The artist designed a symmetrical pattern on the floor."
the quality of having balanced proportions or identical parts facing each other
"The building’s symmetry impressed the visitors."
a person who loves luxury and pleasure
"The millionaire was a true sybarite who lived only for comfort and enjoyment."
A person who acts obsequiously toward someone important in order to gain advantage.
"The manager was surrounded by sycophants who agreed with everything he said."
Behaving in a way that is excessively obedient or servile to gain favor.
"His sycophantic behavior annoyed his colleagues."
Relating to or based on syllables.
"The teacher explained the syllabic structure of the word."
The division of words into syllables.
"Proper syllabication helps in correct pronunciation."
A unit of pronunciation having one vowel sound, with or without surrounding consonants, forming the whole or part of a word.
"The word 'computer' has three syllables."
An outline or summary of topics to be covered in a course of study.
"The professor handed out the syllabus on the first day of class."
A form of reasoning in which a conclusion is drawn from two given or assumed premises.
"The philosopher explained the concept of syllogism using simple examples."
to represent or stand for something else
"The dove symbolizes peace across cultures."
serving as a symbol or representing something else
"The dove is symbolic of peace and freedom."
The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities; symbolic meaning.
"The dove is a symbol of peace in many cultures."
