English Vocabulary

• A1 969 words
• A2 1680 words
• B1 2597 words
• B2 3413 words
• C1 2841 words
• C2 7423 words
• C2+ 8976 words

C2+ is beyond the official CEFR scale: rare, specialist, and literary words kept for reference.

Grammar & Function Words(25)

yah C2
/jɑː/ a dialect or eye-dialect spelling of you Meaning Off Sound Off
yer C2
/jɚ/ nonstandard pronunciation spelling of your Meaning Off Sound Off
nigh C2
/naɪ/ Near in time or space; close at hand. Meaning Off Sound Off
thyself C2
/ðaɪˈsɛlf/ the reflexive or emphatic form of thou, meaning yourself; archaic or literary Meaning Off Sound Off
yon C2
/jɑn/ that or those over there, at some distance but usually within sight Meaning Off Sound Off
lor C2
/lɔɹ/ a sentence-final particle in Singapore and Malaysian English that emphasizes an obvious conclusion, resignation, or inevitability Meaning Off Sound Off
summat C2
/ˈsʌm.ət/ something, in nonstandard Northern and Midlands English Meaning Off Sound Off
ut C2
/uːt/ music: the original solfege name for the first note of a major scale, now usually called do Meaning Off Sound Off
owt C2
/aʊt/ Northern English dialect: anything Meaning Off Sound Off
ourself C2
/ˌaʊɚˈsɛlf/ the reflexive form used with the royal or editorial we, meaning myself Meaning Off Sound Off
astride C2
/əˈstraɪd/ with one leg on each side of something Meaning Off Sound Off
nary C2
/ˈnɛri/ informal or dialectal: not a single; not any, used before a singular count noun Meaning Off Sound Off
whereof C2
/wɛrˈʌv/ of which or of whom; now chiefly formal or archaic Meaning Off Sound Off
vis-a-vis C2
/ˈviːzəvi/ In relation to; compared with. Meaning Off Sound Off
suchlike C2
/ˈsʌtʃˌlaɪk/ of the same or a similar kind Meaning Off Sound Off
whereon C2
/(h)wɛrˈɑn/ on which or on what; now chiefly formal, literary, or archaic Meaning Off Sound Off
agin C2
/əˈɡɪn/ a dialect spelling of again Meaning Off Sound Off
whoso C2
/ˈhuːˌsoʊ/ archaic: whoever; whatever person Meaning Off Sound Off
athwart C2
/əˈθwɔrt/ from one side of something to the other; across, often at an oblique angle Meaning Off Sound Off
whereat C2
/wɛɹˈæt/ at which place or thing; at what, in formal or archaic use Meaning Off Sound Off
abaft C2
/əˈbæft/ at, near, or toward the stern of a ship Meaning Off Sound Off
astraddle C2
/əˈstrædəl/ dated or regional: with one leg on each side of something; astride Meaning Off Sound Off
agean C2
/əˈɡɛn/ dialectal pronunciation spelling of again Meaning Off Sound Off
e.g. C2
/ˌiˈd͡ʒi/ written abbreviation of Latin exempli gratia, used to introduce one or more examples Meaning Off Sound Off

Numbers & Quantity(6)

decimal C2
/ˈdɛs.ɪ.məl/ based on or organized in powers of ten Meaning Off Sound Off
smattering C2
/ˈsmætɚɪŋ/ A small, scattered amount or number of something. Meaning Off Sound Off
quotient C2
/ˈkwoʊʃənt/ the result obtained by dividing one number or quantity by another Meaning Off Sound Off
insufficiency C2
/ɪnsəˈfɪʃənsi/ lack of an adequate quantity or number Meaning Off Sound Off
passel C2
/ˈpæsəl/ US regional and informal: an indefinitely large group, number, or amount, usually followed by of Meaning Off Sound Off
sestertius C2
/sɛˈstɝʃiəs/ an ancient Roman coin and unit of account worth one-quarter of a denarius, originally two and a half asses and later four asses Meaning Off Sound Off

Space, Position & Direction(35)

commodore C2
/ˈkɑmədɔr/ a naval officer ranking above captain and below rear admiral Meaning Off Sound Off
equator C2
/ɪˈkweɪ.tɚ/ an imaginary line around the Earth forming the great circle that is equidistant from the north and south poles Meaning Off Sound Off
turban C2
/ˈtɝ.bən/ a head covering made by winding a long piece of cloth around the head, worn especially in several South Asian and religious traditions Meaning Off Sound Off
solstice C2
/ˈsɑl.stɪs/ either of the two annual times when the sun reaches its greatest apparent distance north or south of the celestial equator, producing the longest or shortest day Meaning Off Sound Off
gasket C2
/ˈɡæs.kɪt/ any mechanical seal that serves to fill the space between two objects, generally to prevent leakage between the two objects while under compression. Meaning Off Sound Off
rampart C2
/ˈɹæm.pɑː(ɹ)t/ an embankment built around a space for defensive purposes Meaning Off Sound Off
scimitar C2
/ˈsɪmɪtɚ/ a saber with a curved blade, historically associated with the Middle East and parts of South and Central Asia Meaning Off Sound Off
trill C2
/trɪl/ a rapid alternation between two adjacent musical notes Meaning Off Sound Off
tangent C2
/ˈtæn.d͡ʒənt/ a ratio of the opposite to the adjacent side of a right-angled triangle Meaning Off Sound Off
gyroscope C2
/ˈd͡ʒaɪ.ɹəˌskoʊp/ An apparatus composed of a wheel which spins inside of a frame (gimbal) and causes the balancing of the frame in any direction or position. In the form of a gyroscopic stabilizer, used to help keep aircraft and ships steady. Meaning Off Sound Off
cosine C2
/ˈkoʊ.saɪn/ in a right triangle, the ratio of the side adjacent to an angle to the hypotenuse; more generally, the corresponding trigonometric function Meaning Off Sound Off
pampa C2
/ˈpæmpə/ an extensive, usually grass-covered plain of temperate South America east of the Andes Meaning Off Sound Off
postern C2
/ˈpoʊstɚn/ a back, side, or private entrance, especially a small gate in a fortification Meaning Off Sound Off
fellah C2
/ˈfɛlə/ A peasant, farmer or agricultural laborer in the Middle East and North Africa. Meaning Off Sound Off
tailcoat C2
/ˈteɪlkoʊt/ a formal coat cut short at the front and extending into one or two long tails at the back Meaning Off Sound Off
whitlow C2
/ˈʍɪt.loʊ/ a painful infection or inflammation near the end of a finger or toe, especially around or beneath the nail Meaning Off Sound Off
moccasin C2
/ˈmɑkəsɪn/ a traditional Indigenous North American soft leather shoe, made in varied regional styles from hide stitched around the foot Meaning Off Sound Off
pronghorn C2
/ˈprɔːŋˌhɔːrn/ a swift ruminant of western North America, Antilocapra americana, whose males have horns with a forward-pointing prong Meaning Off Sound Off
pion C2
/ˈpaɪˌɑːn/ any of three unstable spin-zero mesons, positively charged, negatively charged, or neutral, made from combinations of up and down quarks and antiquarks Meaning Off Sound Off
jamb C2
/dʒæm/ either vertical side of a doorway, window, fireplace, or other opening in a wall Meaning Off Sound Off
baksheesh C2
/ˌbækˈʃiːʃ/ a tip, gratuity, or small bribe given to obtain service or cooperation, especially in parts of Asia and the Middle East Meaning Off Sound Off
bowstring C2
/ˈboʊˌstɹɪŋ/ the cord stretched between the ends of an archer's bow and drawn back to shoot an arrow Meaning Off Sound Off
capelin C2
/ˈkæpəlɪn/ a small silvery smelt, Mallotus villosus, of the North Atlantic and Arctic oceans that gathers in large schools to spawn near shore Meaning Off Sound Off
agouti C2
/əˈɡuːti/ agile long-legged rabbit-sized rodent of Central America and South America and the West Indies Meaning Off Sound Off

Time(7)

bedtime C2
/ˈbɛdtaɪm/ The time or hour at which one retires to bed in order to sleep. Meaning Off Sound Off
equinox C2
/ˈekwəˌnɑːks/ either of the two times each year when the Sun crosses the celestial equator and day and night are approximately equal in length Meaning Off Sound Off
Neolithic C2
/ˌniːoʊˈlɪθɪk/ the final major phase of the Stone Age, associated in many regions with farming, permanent settlements, and polished stone tools Meaning Off Sound Off
ides C2
/aɪdz/ in the Roman calendar, the fifteenth day of March, May, July, and October and the thirteenth day of every other month Meaning Off Sound Off
amphitheatre C2
/ˈæm.pəˌθi.(j)ə.tɚ/ An open, outdoor theatre (which may be a theatre in the round, or have a stage with seating on only one side), especially one from the classical period of ancient Greece or Rome, or a modern venue of similar design. Meaning Off Sound Off
Devonian C2
/dɪˈvoʊniən/ the geological period of the Paleozoic Era between the Silurian and Carboniferous periods, about 419 to 359 million years ago Meaning Off Sound Off
martyrology C2
/ˌmɑːr.təˈrɑː.lə.dʒi/ a calendar, register, or book listing martyrs and saints, often arranged by feast day Meaning Off Sound Off

People & Society(585)

standing C2
/ˈstændɪŋ/ A person's or group's status, rank, or reputation. Meaning Off Sound Off
monsieur C2
/məˈsjʊə(ɹ)/ A man, especially a French gentleman. Meaning Off Sound Off
donna C2
/ˈdɑː.nə/ an Italian title meaning lady, especially one applied to a woman of rank Meaning Off Sound Off
slut C2
/slʌt/ offensive: a person, especially a woman, contemptuously judged to be sexually promiscuous Meaning Off Sound Off
sonny C2
/ˈsʌni/ an informal, often affectionate form of address to a boy or younger man Meaning Off Sound Off
rascal C2
/ˈɹæskl̩/ A dishonest person; a rogue, a scoundrel, a trickster. Meaning Off Sound Off
mademoiselle C2
/ˌmæ.dəm.wəˈzɛl/ A young woman or girl, especially one who is French or French-speaking. Meaning Off Sound Off
nigger C2
/ˈnɪɡɚ/ extremely offensive racial slur directed at a Black person; included for understanding historical texts, never as a neutral term Meaning Off Sound Off
rogue C2
/ˈɹoʊ̯ɡ/ A scoundrel, rascal or unprincipled, deceitful, and unreliable person. Meaning Off Sound Off
madman C2
/ˈmædˌmæn/ an insane person Meaning Off Sound Off
Negro C2
/ˈniɡroʊ/ dated and now generally offensive: a historical racial label for a Black person; retained in quotations and some historical institutional names Meaning Off Sound Off
informant C2
/ɪnˈfɔɹmənt/ A person who secretly gives information, especially to the police. Meaning Off Sound Off
douche C2
/duːʃ/ offensive slang: an unpleasant, contemptible, or obnoxious person Meaning Off Sound Off
rover C2
/ˈroʊvɚ/ a person who wanders or travels without settling in one place Meaning Off Sound Off
thug C2
/θʌɡ/ a violent criminal or a person hired to intimidate or attack others Meaning Off Sound Off
chauffeur C2
/ʃoʊˈfɝ/ a person employed to drive a private or luxury passenger vehicle Meaning Off Sound Off
wretch C2
/ɹɛt͡ʃ/ An unhappy, unfortunate, or miserable person. Meaning Off Sound Off
sawyer C2
/ˈsɔɪ.ɚ/ a person employed to saw wood, especially timber in a sawpit or sawmill Meaning Off Sound Off
legion C2
/ˈli.d͡ʒən/ A very large number of people or things. Meaning Off Sound Off
believer C2
/bɪˈlivɚ/ A person who believes; especially regarding religion. Meaning Off Sound Off
valet C2
/ˈvæleɪ/ a person that will park and fetch cars for people using a business, restaurant or service Meaning Off Sound Off
mutt C2
/mʌt/ informal: a foolish, contemptible, or irritating person Meaning Off Sound Off
hag C2
/hæɡ/ an insulting term for an old woman regarded as ugly, unpleasant, or frightening Meaning Off Sound Off
ducky C2
/ˈdʌki/ informal, especially British and sometimes dated: an affectionate form of address for a person Meaning Off Sound Off

Family & Relationships(63)

squirrel C2
/ˈskwɝ(ə)l/ Any of the rodents of the family Sciuridae. Meaning Off Sound Off
willow C2
/ˈwɪloʊ/ Any of various deciduous trees or shrubs in the genus Salix, in the willow family Salicaceae, found primarily on moist soils in cooler zones in the northern hemisphere. Meaning Off Sound Off
boar C2
/boɹ/ A wild boar (Sus scrofa), the wild ancestor of the domesticated pig. Meaning Off Sound Off
cactus C2
/ˈkæktəs/ Any member of the family Cactaceae, a family of flowering New World succulent plants suited to a hot, semi-desert climate. Meaning Off Sound Off
python C2
/ˈpaɪθɑn/ a large nonvenomous constricting snake of the family Pythonidae, native chiefly to Africa, Asia, and Australia Meaning Off Sound Off
partridge C2
/ˈpɑɹtɹɪd͡ʒ/ Any bird of a number of genera in the family Phasianidae, notably in the genera Perdix and Alectoris. Meaning Off Sound Off
paternity C2
/pəˈtɜːnɪti/ the state of being a father Meaning Off Sound Off
pap C2
/pæp/ US dialect: father; pa Meaning Off Sound Off
pheasant C2
/ˈfɛzənt/ A bird of family Phasianidae, often hunted for food. Meaning Off Sound Off
psychoanalysis C2
/ˌsaɪkoʊəˈnæləsɪs/ a family of theories and therapeutic methods that interpret unconscious mental processes, conflicts, and motives Meaning Off Sound Off
woodpecker C2
/ˈwʊdˌpɛkɚ/ Any bird of species-rich family Picidae, with a strong pointed beak suitable for pecking holes in wood. Meaning Off Sound Off
sturgeon C2
/ˈstɝː.dʒən/ any of a family of usually large, long-bodied freshwater or migratory fishes with rows of bony plates, valued especially for roe used as caviar Meaning Off Sound Off
kinsman C2
/ˈkɪnzmən/ a male relative, especially one belonging to the same extended family; now often literary or historical Meaning Off Sound Off
thrush C2
/θɹʌʃ/ Any of numerous species of songbirds of the cosmopolitan family Turdidae, such as the song thrush, mistle thrush, bluebird, and American robin. Meaning Off Sound Off
boer C2
/bɔːr/ historical: a Dutch-speaking settler or farmer in southern Africa, especially an ancestor of the Afrikaner population Meaning Off Sound Off
thistle C2
/θɪsl̩/ any of numerous plants of the family Compositae and especially of the genera Carduus and Cirsium and Onopordum having prickly-edged leaves Meaning Off Sound Off
genealogy C2
/ˌd͡ʒiniˈɑlədʒi/ the study or investigation of ancestry and family history Meaning Off Sound Off
cockatoo C2
/ˌkɑkəˈtuː/ a parrot of the family Cacatuidae, typically having a prominent movable crest Meaning Off Sound Off
sorrel C2
/ˈsɔɹəl/ any of several plants with tart, acidic leaves, especially common sorrel of the dock family Meaning Off Sound Off
warbler C2
/ˈwɔːrblɚ/ any of numerous small, active songbirds, especially members of the Old World family Sylviidae or the New World family Parulidae Meaning Off Sound Off
wombat C2
/ˈwɑːmˌbæt/ a stocky, burrowing Australian marsupial of the family Vombatidae, with short legs and strong digging claws Meaning Off Sound Off
kinfolk C2
/ˈkɪnfoʊk/ old-fashioned or regional: one's relatives or family considered collectively Meaning Off Sound Off
sandpiper C2
/ˈsændpaɪpər/ any of numerous small or medium-sized wading birds of the family Scolopacidae, typically with a slender bill and a piping call Meaning Off Sound Off
sprat C2
/spræt/ a small silvery marine fish of the herring family, especially the European sprat, eaten as food or used as bait Meaning Off Sound Off

Emotions & Feelings(31)

disgust C2
/dɪsˈɡʊst/ a strong feeling of dislike or revulsion Meaning Off Sound Off
hysteria C2
/hɪˈstɛɹiə/ Wild, uncontrollable emotion, especially fear or panic, that spreads through a group of people. Meaning Off Sound Off
epiphany C2
/ɪˈpɪfəni/ An illuminating realization or discovery, often resulting in a personal feeling of elation, awe, or wonder. Meaning Off Sound Off
sulk C2
/sʌlk/ a mood or display of sullen aloofness or withdrawal Meaning Off Sound Off
rapture C2
/ˈɹæpt͡ʃɚ/ A feeling of great joy, delight, or excitement. Meaning Off Sound Off
euphoria C2
/juˈfo.ɹi.ə/ A feeling of intense happiness and excitement. Meaning Off Sound Off
angst C2
/ˈæŋ(k)st/ A deep feeling of anxiety, worry, or emotional turmoil. Meaning Off Sound Off
condolence C2
/kənˈdoʊləns/ an expression of sympathy with another's grief Meaning Off Sound Off
mirth C2
/mɜɹθ/ The emotion usually following humor and accompanied by laughter. Meaning Off Sound Off
elation C2
/ɪˈleɪʃən/ A feeling of great happiness and excitement Meaning Off Sound Off
revulsion C2
/ɹɪˈvʌlʃən/ A strong feeling of disgust or loathing. Meaning Off Sound Off
effusion C2
/ɪˈfjuːʒən/ an abundant or unrestrained expression of emotion or words Meaning Off Sound Off
connotation C2
/ˌkɑnəˈteɪʃən/ A feeling or idea that a word suggests, beyond its literal meaning. Meaning Off Sound Off
consternation C2
/ˌkɑn.stɚˈneɪ.ʃən/ A feeling of shock, alarm, and dismay that leaves you unsure what to do. Meaning Off Sound Off
dudgeon C2
/ˈdʌd͡ʒən/ a feeling of intense indignation, now only found in the phrase 'in high dudgeon' Meaning Off Sound Off
acrimony C2
/ˈækrɪˌmoʊni/ bitter anger or ill feeling expressed in speech, behavior, or a dispute Meaning Off Sound Off
qualm C2
/kwɑ(l)m/ A feeling of doubt or worry about whether something is right to do Meaning Off Sound Off
sentimentalism C2
/ˌsɛntəˈmɛntəlɪzəm/ an excessive or uncritical reliance on tender emotion, especially at the expense of reason or realism Meaning Off Sound Off
lassitude C2
/ˈlæsɪˌtud/ A feeling of tiredness and lack of energy or interest. Meaning Off Sound Off
lasciviousness C2
/ləˈsɪvi.əsnəs/ feeling morbid sexual desire or a propensity to lewdness Meaning Off Sound Off
scunner C2
/ˈskʌnɚ/ a strong dislike, aversion, or feeling of disgust; chiefly Scottish and northern British Meaning Off Sound Off
ululation C2
/ˌjuljuˈleɪʃən/ a long, loud, wavering or trilling cry expressing strong emotion, or the act of making such a cry Meaning Off Sound Off
ebullition C2
/ˌɛbəˈlɪʃən/ a sudden, forceful outburst or display of emotion Meaning Off Sound Off
animus C2
/ˈæn.ɪ.məs/ strong hostility or ill feeling Meaning Off Sound Off

Describing People(5)

meticulous C2
/mɪˈtɪkjɪlɪs/ Giving very careful and precise attention to every detail. Meaning Off Sound Off
tenacious C2
/təˈneɪʃəs/ Determined and refusing to give up. Meaning Off Sound Off
nestor C2
/ˈnɛstɚ/ literary, also Nestor: a wise older man who is respected as an adviser Meaning Off Sound Off
adulator C2
/ˈædʒəˌleɪtər/ a person who praises someone excessively, often to gain their favour Meaning Off Sound Off
weak-kneed C2
/ˌwiːkˈniːd/ informal, disapproving: lacking the courage or determination to maintain a position Meaning Off Sound Off

Describing Qualities(1,998)

anytime C2
/ˈɛn.iˌtaɪm/ at any time; whenever it is convenient or possible Meaning Off Sound Off
alpha C2
/ˈælfə/ early testing stage of a software or hardware product Meaning Off Sound Off
dummy C2
/ˈdʌmi/ having the appearance of being real but lacking capacity to function Meaning Off Sound Off
blond C2
/blɑnd/ being or having light colored skin and hair and usually blue or grey eyes Meaning Off Sound Off
attic C2
/ˈætɪk/ of or relating to Attica or its inhabitants or to the dialect spoken in Athens in classical times Meaning Off Sound Off
suspenseful C2
/səˈspɛnsfəl/ causing excited uncertainty or anxiety about what will happen next Meaning Off Sound Off
cardinal C2
/ˈkɑɹdɪnəl/ serving as an essential component Meaning Off Sound Off
epic C2
/ˈep.ɪk/ constituting or having to do with or suggestive of a literary epic Meaning Off Sound Off
dexter C2
/ˈdɛks.tɚ/ heraldry: on or toward the bearer's right side of a shield, which appears on the viewer's left Meaning Off Sound Off
ironic C2
/aɪˈɹɑ.nɪk/ Surprising because it is the opposite of what you would expect. Meaning Off Sound Off
cosmic C2
/ˈkɑz.mɪk/ Relating to the universe or outer space. Meaning Off Sound Off
hysterical C2
/hɪˈstɛɹɪkəl/ Showing wild, uncontrollable emotion, such as panic, fear, or excitement. Meaning Off Sound Off
solitary C2
/ˈsɑlɪˌtɛɹi/ Alone; done or existing without others. Meaning Off Sound Off
ungrateful C2
/ʌnˈɡɹeɪtfəl/ not feeling or showing gratitude Meaning Off Sound Off
slit C2
/ˈslɪt/ a long narrow opening Meaning Off Sound Off
slippery C2
/ˈslɪpəɹi/ causing or tending to cause things to slip or slide Meaning Off Sound Off
tactical C2
/ˈtæktɪk(ə)l/ Done carefully to gain a particular advantage; relating to tactics. Meaning Off Sound Off
sly C2
/slaɪ/ Done with, and marked by, artful and dexterous secrecy; subtle Meaning Off Sound Off
erotic C2
/ɪˈrɑtɪk/ relating to sexual desire, love, or sexual excitement Meaning Off Sound Off
contagious C2
/kənˈteɪdʒəs/ capable of being transmitted from one person or organism to another, especially through direct or indirect contact Meaning Off Sound Off
wan C2
/wɑn/ lacking vitality as from weariness or illness or unhappiness Meaning Off Sound Off
radioactive C2
/ˌɹeɪdioʊˈæktɪv/ exhibiting or caused by radioactivity Meaning Off Sound Off
trench C2
/tɹɛnt͡ʃ/ a long, narrow ditch dug in the ground Meaning Off Sound Off
sideways C2
/ˈsaɪdweɪz/ toward one side Meaning Off Sound Off

Communication(95)

dementia C2
/dɪˈmɛnʃə/ a syndrome involving progressive decline in memory, reasoning, language, or other cognitive abilities Meaning Off Sound Off
blasphemy C2
/ˈblæs.fə.mi/ speech or conduct that shows contempt for God, a religion, or something held sacred Meaning Off Sound Off
telepathy C2
/təˈlep.ə.θi/ the supposed direct communication of thoughts or feelings between minds without speech, writing, or other ordinary physical signals Meaning Off Sound Off
eulogy C2
/ˈjuː.lə.dʒi/ a speech or piece of writing praising a person who has died, usually delivered at a funeral Meaning Off Sound Off
hunchback C2
/ˈhʌntʃ.bæk/ a dated and potentially offensive term for a person with a markedly hunched back or kyphosis Meaning Off Sound Off
hussy C2
/ˈhʌsi/ old-fashioned, offensive: an insulting term for a woman or girl judged sexually immoral Meaning Off Sound Off
rhetoric C2
/ɹɪˈtɒɹɪk/ Language used skillfully, especially in speeches, to persuade or impress people. Meaning Off Sound Off
rheumatism C2
/ˈɹuːmətɪzəm/ an older, nonspecific term for painful or stiff conditions affecting joints, muscles, or connective tissue Meaning Off Sound Off
libel C2
/ˈlaɪbəl/ a published false statement in a lasting form, such as writing or an image, that unjustly damages a person's reputation; also the legal wrong of publishing it Meaning Off Sound Off
libido C2
/ləˈbaɪˌdoʊ/ a Freudian term for sexual urge or desire Meaning Off Sound Off
euphemism C2
/ˈjuː.fəˌmɪz.əm/ A mild or indirect word used in place of one that is harsh, blunt, or offensive. Meaning Off Sound Off
Burmese C2
/bɝːˈmiːz/ the principal language of Myanmar, belonging to the Sino-Tibetan language family Meaning Off Sound Off
fabrication C2
/fæbɹɪˈkeɪʃən/ A made-up story or statement; a lie Meaning Off Sound Off
creole C2
/ˈkriː.oʊl/ a natural language that developed in a contact community from elements of two or more languages and became a community's first language Meaning Off Sound Off
behest C2
/bɪˈhɛst/ An order or strong request, usually in the phrase "at the behest of". Meaning Off Sound Off
trollop C2
/ˈtrɑː.ləp/ old-fashioned and offensive: an insulting term for a woman regarded as sexually promiscuous or immoral Meaning Off Sound Off
yore C2
/jɔr/ a time long past, now used chiefly in the phrase 'of yore' Meaning Off Sound Off
rhapsody C2
/ˈræpsədi/ an intensely enthusiastic or emotional expression in speech or writing Meaning Off Sound Off
spiel C2
/ʃpiːl/ a long, practiced speech intended to explain, promote, or persuade, especially a sales pitch Meaning Off Sound Off
testimonial C2
/tɛstɪˈmoʊni.əl/ A written or spoken statement praising someone's worth, character, or a product. Meaning Off Sound Off
perpetuity C2
/ˌpɝpəˈtuːɪti/ endless or indefinitely continuing duration, especially in the phrase in perpetuity Meaning Off Sound Off
nonce C2
/nɑːns/ the present occasion or time, chiefly in the phrase for the nonce Meaning Off Sound Off
caveat C2
/ˈkæviˌɑt/ a warning, reservation, or qualification attached to a statement or agreement Meaning Off Sound Off
endearment C2
/ɪnˈdɪrmənt/ a word, name, gesture, or action that expresses affection Meaning Off Sound Off

Language & Linguistics(19)

jargon C2
/ˈd͡ʒɑɹ.ɡən/ Special words and phrases used by a particular profession or group that others find hard to understand. Meaning Off Sound Off
articulation C2
/ɑɹˌtɪk.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/ The act of expressing thoughts or feelings clearly in words. Meaning Off Sound Off
etymology C2
/ˌɛtəˈmɑləd͡ʒi/ the study of the origins and historical development of words Meaning Off Sound Off
philologist C2
/fɪˈlɑːlədʒɪst/ a scholar who studies the historical development, structure, and relationships of languages, especially through written texts Meaning Off Sound Off
declension C2
/dɪˈklɛn.ʃən/ a class of nouns or pronouns or adjectives in Indo-European languages having the same (or very similar) inflectional forms Meaning Off Sound Off
assonance C2
/ˈæsənəns/ the repetition of similar vowel sounds in nearby words, especially in poetry Meaning Off Sound Off
grammarian C2
/ɡɹəˈmɛɹiən/ a scholar or specialist who studies and describes grammar Meaning Off Sound Off
consonance C2
/ˈkɑnsənəns/ agreement or compatibility between opinions, principles, qualities, or actions Meaning Off Sound Off
shibboleth C2
/ˈʃɪb.əl.eθ/ a slogan, belief, or custom strongly associated with a group, especially one repeated after it has lost much of its original force or truth Meaning Off Sound Off
orthography C2
/ɔɹˈθɑɡɹəfi/ the conventional spelling and writing system of a language Meaning Off Sound Off
inflect C2
/ɪnˈflɛkt/ grammar: to change a word's form to express features such as tense, number, case, or gender Meaning Off Sound Off
mispronunciation C2
/mɪspɹəˌnʌn.siˈeɪ.ʃən/ an incorrect pronunciation or the act of pronouncing something incorrectly Meaning Off Sound Off
reduplication C2
/rɪˌduːplɪˈkeɪʃən/ a word-formation process in which all or part of a word, root, or syllable is repeated Meaning Off Sound Off
periphrasis C2
/pəˈrɪfrəsɪs/ an indirect or roundabout way of expressing something Meaning Off Sound Off
agglutinate C2
/əˈɡluːtəˌneɪt/ to cause particles, cells, or other separate things to stick together in a clump or mass, or to undergo such clumping Meaning Off Sound Off
occasionalism C2
/əˈkeɪʒənəˌlɪzəm/ philosophy: the doctrine that created things do not directly cause events but merely provide occasions on which God produces the corresponding effects Meaning Off Sound Off
homophony C2
/həˈmɑfəni/ the relation or quality of words having the same pronunciation but different meanings or origins Meaning Off Sound Off
polysemy C2
/ˈpɒ.lɪ.siː.mi/ The property of a word or other sign having several related meanings. Meaning Off Sound Off
copula C2
/ˈkɑpjələ/ A linking verb, especially a form of be, that connects a subject with a complement. Meaning Off Sound Off

Psychology & Behavior(7)

counsel C2
/ˈkaʊn.səl/ Advice or guidance, especially when serious or careful. Meaning Off Sound Off
psychosis C2
/saɪˈkoʊsɪs/ a severe mental state involving impaired contact with reality, often including delusions or hallucinations Meaning Off Sound Off
introspection C2
/ɪntɹəˈspɛkʃən/ A looking inward; specifically, the act or process of self-examination, or inspection of one's own thoughts and feelings; the cognition which the mind has of its own acts and states. Meaning Off Sound Off
frown on C2
to disapprove of something Prepositional verb Meaning Off Sound Off
knuckle under C2
to give in reluctantly to pressure or authority Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off
loll around C2
to spend time lying or sitting lazily without doing much Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off
slobber over C2
to show excessive envy or eager desire for something Prepositional verb Meaning Off Sound Off

Mind & Cognition(5)

snub C2
/snʌb/ a refusal to recognize someone you know Meaning Off Sound Off
gestaltism C2
/ɡəˈʃtæltɪzəm/ a school of psychology that studies how people perceive organized wholes and patterns rather than isolated parts Meaning Off Sound Off
ferret out C2
to discover something hidden through persistent searching Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off
latch on C2
to begin to understand or grasp an idea Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off
winnow out C2
to remove unsuitable items or people from consideration Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off

Senses & Perception(6)

tang C2
/tæŋ/ a strong, sharp, and distinctive taste or smell Meaning Off Sound Off
clang C2
/ˈklæ̝ŋ/ a loud resonant repeating noise Meaning Off Sound Off
piccolo C2
/ˈpɪk.ə.loʊ/ a small transverse flute pitched an octave above the standard concert flute, with a bright, penetrating sound Meaning Off Sound Off
whang C2
/wæŋ/ a loud, sharp, resonant sound, especially one made by a forceful impact Meaning Off Sound Off
clangor C2
/ˈklæŋ(ɡ)ɚ/ a loud, resonant noise or confused series of metallic sounds Meaning Off Sound Off
palpus C2
/ˈpælpəs/ a segmented sensory appendage attached to a mouthpart of an arthropod and used chiefly for touch or taste Meaning Off Sound Off

Education & Learning(20)

cadet C2
/kəˈdɛt/ a student or trainee preparing to become a military or police officer Meaning Off Sound Off
viva C2
/ˈvaɪvə/ chiefly British: an oral examination, especially one for an academic degree Meaning Off Sound Off
schoolboy C2
/ˈskulˌbɔɪ/ a boy attending school Meaning Off Sound Off
sabbatical C2
/səˈbætɪkəl/ an extended period of authorized leave from regular work, often for study, travel, or research Meaning Off Sound Off
parable C2
/ˈpæɹ.ə.bəl/ A short story that teaches a moral or religious lesson. Meaning Off Sound Off
truant C2
/ˈtɹuənt/ a pupil who stays away from school without permission Meaning Off Sound Off
refectory C2
/rɪˈfɛktəri/ a communal dining hall in a monastery, school, college, or other institution Meaning Off Sound Off
schoolroom C2
/ˈskuːlˌruːm/ a room in a school where lessons take place Meaning Off Sound Off
pedagogue C2
/ˈped.ə.ɡɑːɡ/ a teacher, especially one who is strict, formal, or old-fashioned Meaning Off Sound Off
copybook C2
/ˈkɑpiˌbʊk/ historical: a school exercise book containing models of handwriting for a pupil to copy Meaning Off Sound Off
catechist C2
/ˈkætəkɪst/ One who practices catechesis, i.e., catechizes catechumens; a teacher who instructs students in the doctrines of a particular Christian denomination typically in preparation for confirmation. Meaning Off Sound Off
obscurantism C2
/əbˈskjʊrəntɪzəm/ deliberate opposition to the spread of knowledge, education, reform, or public understanding Meaning Off Sound Off
orientalist C2
/ˌɔːriˈentəlɪst/ historical or academic: a scholar of languages, literatures, histories, or cultures once grouped in Western scholarship as the Orient Meaning Off Sound Off
syndic C2
/ˈsɪndɪk/ an official or agent appointed to manage the affairs of a corporation, university, municipality, or similar body Meaning Off Sound Off
palaestra C2
/pəˈlɛstrə/ a school or exercise ground in ancient Greece or Rome where wrestling and other athletic training took place Meaning Off Sound Off
schoolman C2
/ˈskuːl.mən/ historical: a medieval scholar or teacher, especially one associated with scholastic philosophy or theology Meaning Off Sound Off
apologue C2
/ˈæp.əˌlɔːɡ/ a short allegorical story or fable intended to convey a moral lesson Meaning Off Sound Off
sizar C2
/ˈsaɪzər/ historical: a Cambridge or Trinity College Dublin student receiving financial support, sometimes in return for duties Meaning Off Sound Off
cloze C2
/kloʊz/ an exercise or test in which words are removed from a passage and the learner fills the gaps using the context Meaning Off Sound Off
philomath C2
/ˈfɪləmæθ/ A person who loves learning and studying; a rare or literary word. Meaning Off Sound Off

Work & Careers(18)

livelihood C2
/ˈlaɪvlihʊd/ A means of providing the necessities of life for oneself (for example, a job or income). Meaning Off Sound Off
stoker C2
/ˈstoʊ.kɚ/ a worker who feeds fuel to and tends a furnace or boiler, especially on a steamship or steam train Meaning Off Sound Off
redundancy C2
/ɹɪˈdʌndən(t)si/ The loss of a job because the work is no longer needed, or the act of dismissing such workers. Meaning Off Sound Off
paymaster C2
/ˈpeɪˌmæstɚ/ an official or employee responsible for paying wages, especially to workers or troops Meaning Off Sound Off
scribbler C2
/ˈskrɪblər/ historical textile work: a worker who coarsely cards or teases wool before spinning Meaning Off Sound Off
signalman C2
/ˈsɪɡ.nəl.mən/ a railway employee who controls signals and points to regulate the safe movement of trains Meaning Off Sound Off
dressmaking C2
/ˈdresˌmeɪ.kɪŋ/ the craft, work, or occupation of making women's clothing, especially custom-fitted dresses Meaning Off Sound Off
bookbinder C2
/ˈbʊkˌbaɪn.dɚ/ a craftsperson or worker who binds pages into books or repairs book bindings Meaning Off Sound Off
brakeman C2
/ˈbreɪkmən/ historical: a railway worker responsible for operating a train's brakes and assisting with couplings and switching Meaning Off Sound Off
ostler C2
/ˈɑslɚ/ historically, a worker at an inn or stable who cared for travelers' horses Meaning Off Sound Off
carder C2
/ˈkɑrdɚ/ a worker who cards wool or other fiber, disentangling and aligning it before spinning Meaning Off Sound Off
métier C2
/meɪˈtjeɪ/ an occupation or field of work for which a person is particularly well suited Meaning Off Sound Off
heaver C2
/ˈhiːvə(ɹ)/ a worker who lifts or carries heavy freight, especially at a dock Meaning Off Sound Off
wool comber C2
/ˈwʊl ˌkoʊmɚ/ a worker who combs wool to align its long fibers and remove short fibers before spinning Meaning Off Sound Off
flax-dresser C2
/ˈflæksˌdrɛsɚ/ a worker who prepares flax or hemp fiber for spinning by breaking, scutching, and hackling it Meaning Off Sound Off
purpresture C2
/pɚˈprɛstʃɚ/ law: a wrongful enclosure, occupation, or appropriation of land subject to public or common rights Meaning Off Sound Off
baggageman C2
/ˈbæɡɪdʒˌmæn/ historical: a railway employee responsible for receiving, guarding, sorting, and delivering passengers' baggage, often in a baggage car Meaning Off Sound Off
emeritus C2
/ɪˈmɛɹɪtəs/ retired from a post but allowed to keep its title as an honour Meaning Off Sound Off

Economics & Markets(7)

cartel C2
/kɑːrˈtel/ an association of independent businesses or producers that coordinate prices, output, or markets in order to limit competition Meaning Off Sound Off
commodity C2
/kəˈmɑdəti/ A raw material or basic product that is bought and sold in large amounts, such as oil or grain. Meaning Off Sound Off
equilibrium C2
/ˌiːkwəˈlɪbriːəm/ A state of balance in which opposing forces or influences cancel each other out. Meaning Off Sound Off
subsidy C2
/ˈsɐbsɪdi/ Money given by a government or organization to help support a business or activity. Meaning Off Sound Off
elasticity C2
/ɪ.læsˈtɪs.ɪ.ti/ The ability of a material to return to its original shape after being stretched or squeezed. Meaning Off Sound Off
nationalization C2
/ˌnæʃ.ən.əl.əˈzeɪ.ʃən/ the transfer of a privately owned industry, service, or asset into ownership or control by a national government Meaning Off Sound Off
oligopoly C2
/ˌɑləˈɡɑpəli/ a market dominated by a small number of sellers Meaning Off Sound Off

Business & Commerce(2)

conglomerate C2
/kənˈɡlɑm.ɚ.ɪt/ A large company made up of several smaller companies in different kinds of business. Meaning Off Sound Off
fief C2
/fiːf/ historical: land, revenue, or another right held from a feudal superior in return for allegiance and service Meaning Off Sound Off

Personal Finance(4)

insolvency C2
/ɪnˈsɑːlvənsi/ the state of being unable to pay debts when they become due Meaning Off Sound Off
amortization C2
/ˌæmɚtəˈzeɪʃən/ the gradual repayment of a loan's principal through a planned series of payments Meaning Off Sound Off
scrape up C2
to gather money or resources with difficulty from small available amounts Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off
trifle away C2
to waste time, money, or another resource on unimportant things Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off

Money & Finance(47)

mina C2
/ˈmaɪnə/ an ancient Greek and Middle Eastern unit of money, commonly reckoned as one sixtieth of a talent Meaning Off Sound Off
revolver C2
/ɹɪˈvɒl.vɚ/ Synonym of revolving line of credit, a form of credit permitting the holder to repeatedly borrow money. Meaning Off Sound Off
dole C2
/doʊl/ chiefly British and informal: money paid by the government to people who are unemployed Meaning Off Sound Off
embezzlement C2
/ɪmˈbɛzəlmənt/ the fraudulent theft or misappropriation of money or property entrusted to one's care Meaning Off Sound Off
swag C2
/swæɡ/ informal: money or goods obtained by theft or other illegal activity Meaning Off Sound Off
trafficker C2
/ˈtræfɪkɝ/ someone who promotes or exchanges goods or services for money Meaning Off Sound Off
austerity C2
/ɔˈstɛɹɪti/ A government policy of cutting public spending and raising taxes to reduce debt. Meaning Off Sound Off
fete C2
/feɪt/ An outdoor public celebration or party, often held to raise money for charity. Meaning Off Sound Off
modus C2
/ˈmoʊ.dəs/ a customary payment or other composition made instead of a tithe in kind; historical English law Meaning Off Sound Off
breadwinner C2
/ˈbɹɛdˌwɪnɚ/ The person whose earnings are the main source of income for a household. Meaning Off Sound Off
materialism C2
/məˈtɪɹiəlɪzəm/ A strong focus on owning things and having money rather than on spiritual or moral values. Meaning Off Sound Off
usury C2
/ˈjuːʒəɹi/ the act of lending money at an exorbitant rate of interest Meaning Off Sound Off
opulence C2
/ˈɒp.jʊl.əns/ Great wealth shown through luxurious and lavish living. Meaning Off Sound Off
volatility C2
/ˌvɑː.ləˈtɪl.ə.t̬i/ the tendency of a price, market, or other quantity to change sharply and unpredictably Meaning Off Sound Off
shekel C2
/ˈʃɛkəl/ the basic unit of money in Israel Meaning Off Sound Off
piecework C2
/ˈpiːsˌwɝːk/ work for which payment is based on the number of items or units produced rather than the time spent Meaning Off Sound Off
remittance C2
/ɹɪˈmɪtəns/ A sum of money sent to someone, especially as payment. Meaning Off Sound Off
threepence C2
/ˈθɹʌpəns/ The amount of money equal to that of three pence (old or new). Meaning Off Sound Off
largesse C2
/lɑɹˈ(d)ʒɛs/ A specific gift of money, etc., given in this way, specifically (historical) at harvest time; a donation, a gratuity. Meaning Off Sound Off
drachma C2
/ˈdræk.mə/ the standard unit of currency used in modern Greece before the euro was introduced Meaning Off Sound Off
coffer C2
/ˈkɔfɚ/ a strong box or chest for storing money or valuables Meaning Off Sound Off
lucre C2
/ˈlukɚ/ money or profit, especially when regarded as sordid, corrupting, or dishonestly gained Meaning Off Sound Off
livre C2
/ˈliːvɹə/ A unit of currency formerly used in France, divided into 20 sols or sous. Meaning Off Sound Off
specie C2
/ˈspiːʃi/ money in the form of coins, especially gold or silver coins with intrinsic value rather than paper currency Meaning Off Sound Off

Shopping & Services(1)

curacy C2
/ˈkjʊrəsi/ the office, appointment, or period of service of a curate, including the stipend attached to the post Meaning Off Sound Off

House & Home(54)

fort C2
/fɔɹt/ A structure improvised from furniture, bedding, etc., for playing games. Meaning Off Sound Off
palmer C2
/ˈpɑmɚ/ historical: a pilgrim to the Holy Land, traditionally identified by the palm branch carried on returning home Meaning Off Sound Off
parlor C2
/ˈpɑɹlɚ/ a room in a private house or establishment where people can sit and talk and relax Meaning Off Sound Off
loft C2
/lɔft/ a room or open space directly beneath a roof, often used for storage Meaning Off Sound Off
homecoming C2
/ˈhoʊmˌkʌmɪŋ/ a coming to or returning home Meaning Off Sound Off
pantry C2
/ˈpæntɹi/ A small room, closet, or cabinet usually located in or near the kitchen, dedicated to shelf-stable food storage or storing kitchenware, like a larder, but smaller. Meaning Off Sound Off
housekeeping C2
/ˈhaʊˌskiːpɪŋ/ The chores of maintaining a house as a residence, especially cleaning. Meaning Off Sound Off
davenport C2
/ˈdævɪnˌpɔɹt/ a large sofa usually convertible into a bed Meaning Off Sound Off
garret C2
/ˈɡæɹɪt/ An attic or semi-finished room just beneath the roof of a house. Meaning Off Sound Off
bathrobe C2
/ˈbæθˌɹoʊb/ a loose robe, often made of absorbent cloth, worn before or after bathing or while relaxing at home Meaning Off Sound Off
homestead C2
/ˈhoʊmˌstɛd/ A house and the land and buildings around it, especially on a farm. Meaning Off Sound Off
lombard C2
/ˈlɑːmbɑːrd/ historical: a pawnshop or lending house that advances money against pledged goods Meaning Off Sound Off
skylight C2
/ˈskaɪˌlaɪt/ a window in a roof to admit daylight Meaning Off Sound Off
boudoir C2
/buˈdwɑɹ/ A woman's private sitting room, dressing room, or bedroom. Meaning Off Sound Off
housemaid C2
/ˈhaʊsˌmeɪd/ A female domestic worker responsible for cleaning a house. Meaning Off Sound Off
sanctum C2
/ˈsæŋktəm/ a private room or retreat where someone can work or be undisturbed Meaning Off Sound Off
archduke C2
/ˈɑːrtʃˌduːk/ a prince of the former ruling house of Austria, especially a son or male-line grandson of an emperor Meaning Off Sound Off
soiree C2
/swɑːˈreɪ/ formal: an evening social gathering or party, often held in a private home and sometimes featuring music or conversation Meaning Off Sound Off
belvedere C2
/ˈbɛl.vəˌdɪr/ a raised room, turret, pavilion, or other structure designed to command a fine view Meaning Off Sound Off
rectory C2
/ˈrɛk.tɚ.i/ a house provided for or occupied by a rector or another member of the clergy Meaning Off Sound Off
trapdoor C2
/ˈtræpˌdɔr/ a hinged or sliding door set into a floor, ceiling, or stage Meaning Off Sound Off
sill C2
/sɪl/ A breast wall; window breast; horizontal brink which forms the base of a window. Meaning Off Sound Off
vicarage C2
/ˈvɪk.ɚ.ɪdʒ/ the house provided as the official residence of a Church of England vicar Meaning Off Sound Off
workroom C2
/ˈwɝːk.ruːm/ a room equipped or set aside for practical, manual, or creative work Meaning Off Sound Off

Cooking & Baking(13)

grate C2
/ɡɹeɪt/ make a grating or grinding sound by rubbing together Meaning Off Sound Off
whisk C2
/ˈwɪsk/ whip with or as if with a wire whisk Meaning Off Sound Off
sieve C2
/sɪv/ a utensil with a mesh or perforated bottom used to separate fine particles from coarse ones Meaning Off Sound Off
spatula C2
/ˈspætjʊlə/ a kitchen utensil consisting of a flat surface attached to a long handle, used for turning, lifting, or stirring food. Meaning Off Sound Off
poach C2
/ˈpoʊt͡ʃ/ cook in a simmering liquid Meaning Off Sound Off
ladle C2
/ˈleɪdəl/ remove with or as if with a ladle Meaning Off Sound Off
sift C2
/sɪft/ to pass a dry substance through a sieve in order to remove lumps or separate particles Meaning Off Sound Off
skillet C2
/ˈskɪlɪt/ a frying pan, especially a heavy one with a long handle Meaning Off Sound Off
hob C2
/hɑb/ the flat cooking surface of a stove, especially one containing burners or hotplates Meaning Off Sound Off
broil C2
/bɹaɪl/ to cook under a broiler Meaning Off Sound Off
colander C2
/ˈkɑləndɚ/ A bowl-shaped kitchen utensil with holes in it used for draining food that has been cooking in water, such as pasta. Meaning Off Sound Off
braise C2
/bɹeɪz/ to cook food slowly in a covered pan with a small amount of liquid Meaning Off Sound Off
roux C2
/ɹuː/ a mixture of flour and fat cooked together and used to thicken a sauce, soup, or stew Meaning Off Sound Off

Food & Drink(74)

brandy C2
/ˈbɹændi/ distilled from wine or fermented fruit juice Meaning Off Sound Off
pony C2
/ˈpoʊni/ A small serving of an alcoholic beverage, especially beer. Meaning Off Sound Off
carver C2
/ˈkɑɹvɚ/ someone who carves the meat Meaning Off Sound Off
porridge C2
/ˈpɔɹɪd͡ʒ/ A dish made of grain or legumes, milk or water, heated and stirred until thick and typically eaten for breakfast. Meaning Off Sound Off
platter C2
/ˈplætɚ/ a large, shallow dish or tray used for serving food Meaning Off Sound Off
pasture C2
/ˈpæs.t͡ʃɚ/ bulky food like grass or hay for browsing or grazing horses or cattle Meaning Off Sound Off
cholera C2
/ˈkɑːlərə/ an acute intestinal infection caused by Vibrio cholerae, usually spread through contaminated food or water and capable of causing severe watery diarrhea and dehydration Meaning Off Sound Off
sup C2
/sʌp/ a small amount of liquid food Meaning Off Sound Off
cobbler C2
/ˈkɑblɚ/ a pie made of fruit with rich biscuit dough usually only on top of the fruit Meaning Off Sound Off
maggot C2
/ˈmæɡət/ The small, soft, legless larva of a fly, often found in rotting meat or waste. Meaning Off Sound Off
sawdust C2
/ˈsɔːˌdʌst/ Food that is unpleasantly powdery and tasteless. Meaning Off Sound Off
aphrodisiac C2
/ˌæfroʊˈdiziæk/ a food, drug, or other substance believed to increase sexual desire or arousal Meaning Off Sound Off
gourd C2
/ɡɔɹd/ a fruit with a hard rind from a trailing or climbing plant of the squash family, often grown for decoration or practical use Meaning Off Sound Off
trotter C2
/ˈtrɑtər/ a foot of a pig or sheep, especially when prepared as food Meaning Off Sound Off
venison C2
/ˈvɛ.nɪ.sən/ meat from a deer used as food Meaning Off Sound Off
apricot C2
/ˈeɪ.pɹɪ.kɑt/ a small round stone fruit with yellow-orange flesh and lightly fuzzy skin Meaning Off Sound Off
pomegranate C2
/ˈpɑmɪˌɡɹænɪt/ a round fruit with a tough reddish rind and many seeds surrounded by sweet-tart red pulp Meaning Off Sound Off
quince C2
/kwɪns/ a hard, fragrant, yellow pear-shaped fruit usually cooked before eating Meaning Off Sound Off
cornbread C2
/ˈkɔrnˌbrɛd/ bread made chiefly from cornmeal, especially as a traditional food in the United States Meaning Off Sound Off
swill C2
/swɪl/ wet feed, especially for pigs, consisting of mostly kitchen waste mixed with water or milk Meaning Off Sound Off
esophagus C2
/ɪˈsɑfəɡəs/ the muscular tube through which food passes from the throat to the stomach Meaning Off Sound Off
crayfish C2
/ˈkreɪˌfɪʃ/ a small freshwater crustacean resembling a lobster, or its flesh used as food Meaning Off Sound Off
locust C2
/ˈloʊ.kəst/ A fruit or pod of a carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua). Meaning Off Sound Off
gullet C2
/ˈɡʌl.ət/ the throat or esophagus, especially considered as the passage through which food is swallowed Meaning Off Sound Off

Clothing & Appearance(36)

amber C2
/ˈæm.bɚ/ a hard, translucent yellow or brown fossil resin, often used in jewelry and sometimes containing preserved organisms Meaning Off Sound Off
spencer C2
/ˈspɛnsɚ/ A short, close-fitting jacket primarily worn by women and children in the early 19th century. Meaning Off Sound Off
blouse C2
/blaʊs/ a shirt or lightweight upper garment, especially one made for women or girls Meaning Off Sound Off
nudity C2
/ˈnuːdɪti/ the state of wearing no clothes; nakedness Meaning Off Sound Off
attire C2
/əˈtaɪɚ/ clothing of a distinctive style or for a particular occasion Meaning Off Sound Off
brooch C2
/bɹoʊt͡ʃ/ an ornamental pin or clasp worn on clothing Meaning Off Sound Off
nightgown C2
/ˈnaɪtˌɡaʊn/ a loose garment, especially a dresslike one, worn in bed Meaning Off Sound Off
tunic C2
/ˈtunɪk/ a loose garment for the torso, typically reaching from the shoulders to the hips or knees Meaning Off Sound Off
goldsmith C2
/ˈɡoʊldˌsmɪθ/ a craftsperson who makes, repairs, or sells objects made of gold, especially jewelry Meaning Off Sound Off
livery C2
/ˈlɪ.və.ɹi/ Any distinctive identifying uniform worn by a group, such as the uniform worn by chauffeurs and male servants. Meaning Off Sound Off
breeches C2
/ˈbrɪtʃɪz/ short trousers fastened at or just below the knee, historically worn by men and now especially for riding Meaning Off Sound Off
smock C2
/smɑk/ a loose garment worn over other clothes to protect them, traditionally by artists, workers, or farm laborers Meaning Off Sound Off
finery C2
/ˈfaɪnəɹi/ showy, elegant, or elaborate clothes, jewellery, and ornaments Meaning Off Sound Off
cassock C2
/ˈkæsək/ a long, close-fitting garment worn by members of the clergy in some Christian traditions Meaning Off Sound Off
clothesline C2
/ˈkloʊðzˌlaɪn/ a rope, cord, or wire from which washed clothes are hung to dry Meaning Off Sound Off
romper C2
/ˈɹɑmpɚ/ A one-piece garment, often worn by young children at play. Meaning Off Sound Off
patten C2
/ˈpætən/ historical: a wooden clog or raised overshoe worn to keep an ordinary shoe above wet or muddy ground Meaning Off Sound Off
togs C2
/tɑːɡz/ informal, plural: clothes, especially clothes for a particular activity or occasion Meaning Off Sound Off
pinafore C2
/ˈpɪnəˌfɔɹ/ a sleeveless, apron-like outer garment worn over other clothes, especially by a child Meaning Off Sound Off
wimple C2
/ˈwɪmpəl/ a cloth headdress covering the head, neck, and sides of the face, worn historically by women and still by some nuns Meaning Off Sound Off
raiment C2
/ˈɹeɪ.mənt/ Clothing, garments, dress, material. Meaning Off Sound Off
spangle C2
/ˈspæŋɡəl/ a small, flat, shiny ornament sewn onto clothing; a sequin Meaning Off Sound Off
toque C2
/toʊk/ a close-fitting brimless hat, especially one worn by women Meaning Off Sound Off
farthingale C2
/ˈfɑɹðɪŋɡeɪl/ a hooped framework or petticoat worn under a skirt, especially in the 16th and 17th centuries, to spread it outward Meaning Off Sound Off

Maritime & Sailing(14)

pier C2
/pɪɹ/ A raised platform built from the shore out over water, supported on piles; used to secure, or provide access to shipping; a jetty. Meaning Off Sound Off
hull C2
/hʌl/ The main body or frame of a ship or boat. Meaning Off Sound Off
raft C2
/ɹæft/ make into a raft Meaning Off Sound Off
helm C2
/ˈhɛlm/ The position of leadership or control of an organization. Meaning Off Sound Off
moor C2
/mʊə/ To fix a boat or ship in place with ropes, chains, or an anchor. Meaning Off Sound Off
wharf C2
/wɔrf/ a platform built along or out from a shore where ships load, unload, or moor Meaning Off Sound Off
galley C2
/ˈɡæli/ An oblong tray of wood or brass, with upright sides, for holding type which has been set, or is to be made up, etc. Meaning Off Sound Off
buoy C2
/ˈbu.i/ to mark with a buoy or other sea-borne marker Meaning Off Sound Off
longitude C2
/ˈlɒnd͡ʒɪtʃuːd/ the angular distance between a point on any meridian and the prime meridian at Greenwich Meaning Off Sound Off
ballast C2
/ˈbæləst/ to make a ship steady with a ballast Meaning Off Sound Off
bilge C2
/bɪld͡ʒ/ to take in water at the bilge Meaning Off Sound Off
quay C2
/keɪ/ a wharf usually built parallel to the shoreline Meaning Off Sound Off
schooner C2
/skuːnə(ɹ)/ A sailing ship with two or more masts, all with fore-and-aft sails; if two masted, having a foremast and a mainmast. Meaning Off Sound Off
disembark C2
/ˌdɪs.ɪmˈbɑɹk/ to go ashore out of a ship or boat; to leave a train or aircraft. Meaning Off Sound Off

Aviation & Flight(8)

drone C2
/dɹoʊn/ A male ant, bee, or wasp, which does not work but can fertilize the queen. Meaning Off Sound Off
autopilot C2
/ˈɔtoʊˌpaɪlət/ A system that automatically steers a vehicle, plane, or ship without a person controlling it. Meaning Off Sound Off
ejection C2
/əˈd͡ʒɛk.ʃən/ the act of forcing out someone or something Meaning Off Sound Off
aerodrome C2
/ˈerədroʊm/ chiefly British: an area from which aircraft operate, including its runways and associated buildings; an airfield Meaning Off Sound Off
biplane C2
/ˈbaɪpleɪn/ an airplane that has two main wings, one above the other and supported by struts. Meaning Off Sound Off
pressurization C2
/ˌprɛʃɝɪˈzeɪʃən/ The process of increasing or maintaining the air pressure inside an enclosed space. Meaning Off Sound Off
monoplane C2
/ˈmɑːnəˌpleɪn/ an airplane with one main pair of wings rather than two or more pairs Meaning Off Sound Off
aileron C2
/ˈeɪləɹɑn/ a hinged control surface near the trailing edge of an aircraft wing that helps control rolling motion Meaning Off Sound Off

Transportation(65)

cart C2
/kɑɹt/ a heavy open wagon usually having two wheels and drawn by an animal Meaning Off Sound Off
sleigh C2
/sleɪ/ a vehicle on runners for traveling over snow or ice, usually pulled by an animal Meaning Off Sound Off
derrick C2
/ˈdɛrɪk/ a crane with a movable boom, especially one used aboard a ship or at a construction site Meaning Off Sound Off
limousine C2
/ˌlɪməˈziːn/ a large luxurious car, often with a chauffeur and sometimes with a lengthened passenger compartment Meaning Off Sound Off
sled C2
/slɛd/ A small, light vehicle with runners, used recreationally, mostly by children, for sliding down snow-covered hills; no draft animal pulls it. Meaning Off Sound Off
locomotive C2
/ˌloʊkəˈmoʊtɪv/ The engine of a train that pulls the carriages or wagons. Meaning Off Sound Off
oar C2
/oɹ/ A type of lever used to propel a boat, having a flat blade at one end and a handle at the other, and pivoted in a rowlock atop the gunwale, whereby a rower seated in the boat and pulling the handle can pass the blade through the water by repeated strokes against the water's resistance, thus moving the boat. Meaning Off Sound Off
landau C2
/ˈlæn.dɔː/ a four-wheeled horse-drawn carriage with facing passenger seats and a two-part folding roof Meaning Off Sound Off
mariner C2
/ˈmæɹɪnɚ/ A sailor, especially one who works on a ship at sea. Meaning Off Sound Off
steamboat C2
/ˈstimˌboʊt/ A boat or vessel propelled by steam power. Meaning Off Sound Off
cul-de-sac C2
/ˈkʌldəsæk/ a street, passage, or route closed at one end Meaning Off Sound Off
boatswain C2
/ˈboʊ.sən/ a ship's officer responsible for the deck crew, rigging, anchors, and other deck equipment Meaning Off Sound Off
hackney C2
/ˈhækni/ a carriage or cab kept for public hire; now chiefly historical except in the term hackney carriage Meaning Off Sound Off
chaise C2
/ʃeɪz/ a light horse-drawn carriage, usually for one or two people Meaning Off Sound Off
skiff C2
/skɪf/ A small flat-bottomed open boat with a pointed bow and square stern. Meaning Off Sound Off
porthole C2
/ˈpɔː(ɹ)t.həʊl/ a small, usually circular window in the side of a ship, aircraft, or similar vehicle Meaning Off Sound Off
galleon C2
/ˈɡæ.li.ən/ a large square-rigged sailing ship with three or more masts Meaning Off Sound Off
flotsam C2
/ˈflɑːtsəm/ floating wreckage, cargo, or other debris from a ship Meaning Off Sound Off
culvert C2
/ˈkʌlvɚt/ a covered channel or pipe that carries water beneath a road, railway, or embankment Meaning Off Sound Off
coxswain C2
/ˈkɑːksən/ the sailor in charge of a ship's boat and crew, usually responsible for steering it Meaning Off Sound Off
prow C2
/praʊ/ the forward part of a ship or boat, especially when it projects above the water Meaning Off Sound Off
longboat C2
/ˈlɔŋˌboʊt/ the largest open boat formerly carried by a sailing ship, used for transport, work, or emergencies Meaning Off Sound Off
lading C2
/ˈleɪdɪŋ/ goods or cargo carried by a ship or other vehicle Meaning Off Sound Off
scow C2
/skaʊ/ a broad, flat-bottomed boat used chiefly to carry bulk freight Meaning Off Sound Off

Verbs of Movement(5)

passé C2
/pæˈseɪ/ no longer fashionable, current, or generally admired Meaning Off Sound Off
ventriloquism C2
/vɛnˈtɹɪləkwɪzəm/ the art of speaking with little visible lip movement so that the voice seems to come from another source Meaning Off Sound Off
tantivy C2
/tænˈtɪvi/ archaic: a rapid gallop, headlong ride, or swift rushing movement Meaning Off Sound Off
whisk away C2
to take someone or something away quickly and suddenly. Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off
whisk off C2
to take someone or something away quickly and suddenly Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off

Sports & Fitness(22)

crib C2
/kɹɪb/ a card game, usually for two players, in which each player is dealt six cards and discards one or two Meaning Off Sound Off
rodeo C2
/ˈroʊdioʊ/ a public competition or exhibition featuring skills such as bronc riding, calf roping, and bull riding Meaning Off Sound Off
domino C2
/ˈdɑːmɪnoʊ/ a small rectangular game tile divided into two squares marked with dots Meaning Off Sound Off
quail C2
/kweɪl/ small gallinaceous game birds Meaning Off Sound Off
gramophone C2
/ˈɡɹæ.məˌfoʊn/ an antique record player Meaning Off Sound Off
phonograph C2
/ˈfoʊnəˌɡɹæf/ A record player. Meaning Off Sound Off
acrobat C2
/ˈæk.ɹə.bæt/ a performer or athlete who carries out difficult feats of balance, agility, and coordination, especially in a circus Meaning Off Sound Off
buckshot C2
/ˈbʌkˌʃɑːt/ large lead or steel pellets loaded into a shotgun cartridge for hunting medium or large game Meaning Off Sound Off
bloodhound C2
/ˈblʌdhaʊnd/ a large scent hound with an exceptionally keen sense of smell, used to track people Meaning Off Sound Off
collusion C2
/kəˈluːʒən/ A private, cooperative agreement or arrangement between groups that otherwise maintain the pretense of competition, contention or non-cooperation. Meaning Off Sound Off
volley C2
/ˈvɑli/ a tennis return made by hitting the ball before it bounces Meaning Off Sound Off
skittles C2
/ˈskɪtəlz/ a game in which players roll or throw a ball to knock down a group of wooden pins Meaning Off Sound Off
whist C2
/ˈwɪst/ a card game for four players who form two partnerships Meaning Off Sound Off
athleticism C2
/æθˈlɛtɪsɪzəm/ Physical strength, fitness, and skill in sport or movement. Meaning Off Sound Off
piquet C2
/pɪˈkeɪ/ a card game for two players using a thirty-two-card pack and scoring combinations and tricks Meaning Off Sound Off
quadrille C2
/kwɑˈdrɪl/ a four-player card game derived from ombre and especially popular in the eighteenth century Meaning Off Sound Off
spinney C2
/ˈspɪni/ chiefly British: a small wood or copse, especially one planted to shelter game birds Meaning Off Sound Off
pankration C2
/pænˈkreɪtiɑːn/ an ancient Greek combat sport combining wrestling and boxing, with very few prohibited techniques Meaning Off Sound Off
euchre C2
/ˈjukɚ/ a card game for two to four players, usually played with a reduced deck and a trump suit Meaning Off Sound Off
rowel C2
/ˈraʊəl/ the small wheel with projecting points at the end of a rider's spur Meaning Off Sound Off
wildfowl C2
/ˈwaɪldˌfaʊl/ wild birds hunted as game or food, especially ducks, geese, and other waterfowl Meaning Off Sound Off
ninepin C2
/ˈnaɪnˌpɪn/ one of the nine wooden pins set up as targets in the game of ninepins; a skittle Meaning Off Sound Off

Health & Medicine(36)

bout C2
/ˈbaʊt/ A short period of an illness or of something unpleasant. Meaning Off Sound Off
antidote C2
/ˈæn.tɪ.doʊt/ A medicine that stops the harmful effects of a poison. Meaning Off Sound Off
precaution C2
/pɹiːˈkɔːʃən/ a precautionary measure warding off impending danger, damage or injury Meaning Off Sound Off
rust C2
/ɹʌst/ a plant disease that produces a reddish-brown discoloration of leaves and stems Meaning Off Sound Off
measles C2
/ˈmizəlz/ a highly contagious viral disease that causes fever, cough, inflamed eyes, and a spreading red rash Meaning Off Sound Off
sanatorium C2
/ˌsænəˈtɔriəm/ an institution providing medical treatment, rest, and supervised recovery, especially for chronic illnesses such as tuberculosis; chiefly historical Meaning Off Sound Off
gout C2
/ɡaʊt/ A painful disease that swells the joints, especially the big toe, caused by too much uric acid in the body. Meaning Off Sound Off
leprosy C2
/ˈlɛprəsi/ a chronic infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium leprae that primarily affects the skin and peripheral nerves; Hansen's disease Meaning Off Sound Off
contagion C2
/kənˈteɪd͡ʒən/ The spread of a disease from one person to another by close contact. Meaning Off Sound Off
dysentery C2
/ˈdɪsənˌtɛri/ an intestinal infection causing severe diarrhea, often with blood or mucus, abdominal pain, and fever Meaning Off Sound Off
placebo C2
/pləˈsi.boʊ/ A dummy medicine containing no active ingredients; an inert treatment. Meaning Off Sound Off
myrrh C2
/mɝː/ a fragrant reddish-brown gum resin obtained from Commiphora trees and used in incense, perfume, and traditional medicine Meaning Off Sound Off
eradication C2
/ɪˌrædəˈkeɪʃən/ the complete removal or destruction of a disease, problem, practice, or other harmful thing Meaning Off Sound Off
croup C2
/kɹuːp/ an illness, chiefly in young children, that causes a harsh barking cough and difficulty breathing Meaning Off Sound Off
gid C2
/ɡɪd/ a parasitic disease, especially of sheep, in which a tapeworm larva in the brain causes dizziness and circling movements Meaning Off Sound Off
hypnotherapy C2
/ˌhɪpnoʊˈθɛɹəpi/ The use of hypnosis to treat illness or psychological problems. Meaning Off Sound Off
nostrum C2
/ˈnɑ.stɹəm/ a medicine of secret or doubtful composition that is promoted as an effective remedy Meaning Off Sound Off
morbidity C2
/mɔːrˈbɪd.ə.t̬i/ an unhealthy or excessive interest in gloomy or disturbing subjects, especially illness and death Meaning Off Sound Off
hypochondria C2
/ˌhaɪpoʊˈkɑndriə/ persistent, excessive anxiety that one has or may develop a serious illness; now a nontechnical or dated term Meaning Off Sound Off
analgesic C2
/ˌænəlˈdʒiːsɪk/ Any medicine, such as aspirin, that reduces pain, especially without inducing a loss of other sensation. (Contrast anesthetic.) Meaning Off Sound Off
dropsy C2
/ˈdrɑːpsi/ historical medicine: edema, or swelling caused by excess fluid in body tissues Meaning Off Sound Off
globus C2
/ˈɡləʊbəs/ medicine: a persistent sensation of a lump or tightness in the throat when no physical obstruction is present Meaning Off Sound Off
glanders C2
/ˈɡlændɚz/ a contagious and sometimes fatal disease of horses, mules, and donkeys, caused by Burkholderia mallei and transmissible to humans Meaning Off Sound Off
maltreatment C2
/mælˈtriːtmənt/ cruel, violent, neglectful, or otherwise harmful treatment of a person or animal Meaning Off Sound Off

The Human Body(155)

corpse C2
/koɹps/ A dead body, especially of a person. Meaning Off Sound Off
womb C2
/wuːm/ In female mammals, the organ in which the young are conceived and grow until birth; the uterus. Meaning Off Sound Off
asteroid C2
/ˈæst(ə)ɹɔɪd/ a natural rocky or metallic body smaller than a planet that orbits a star, especially one orbiting the Sun Meaning Off Sound Off
anthem C2
/ˈæn.təm/ a song of praise, loyalty, or shared identity, especially for a nation, institution, or religious body Meaning Off Sound Off
torso C2
/ˈtɔrsoʊ/ the central part of the human body, excluding the head, neck, and limbs Meaning Off Sound Off
puberty C2
/ˈpjuː.bɚ.ti/ the developmental stage in which hormonal changes make the body sexually mature and capable of reproduction Meaning Off Sound Off
pelvis C2
/ˈpɛlvɪs/ The large compound bone structure at the base of the spine that supports the legs in hominids. Meaning Off Sound Off
lagoon C2
/ləˈguːn/ a body of water cut off from a larger body by a reef of sand or coral Meaning Off Sound Off
cosmetic C2
/kɑːzˈmɛtɪk/ a preparation applied to the body, especially the face or hair, to clean it or improve its appearance Meaning Off Sound Off
newt C2
/nuːt/ a small semiaquatic salamander whose adults typically have a lizard-like body and flattened tail Meaning Off Sound Off
knuckle C2
/ˈnʌkəl/ one of the joints of a finger, especially when the hand is closed Meaning Off Sound Off
aorta C2
/eɪˈɔr.tə/ the body's main artery, carrying oxygenated blood from the left ventricle of the heart into the systemic circulation Meaning Off Sound Off
os C2
/ɑs/ a bone, especially when identified by a Latin anatomical name Meaning Off Sound Off
armpit C2
/ˈɑːrm.pɪt/ the hollow beneath the shoulder where the arm joins the body Meaning Off Sound Off
balm C2
/bɑm/ a soothing or medicinal ointment applied to the skin Meaning Off Sound Off
femur C2
/ˈfiːmɚ/ the thighbone; the long bone between the hip and knee in a vertebrate Meaning Off Sound Off
excrement C2
/ˈɛkskɹəmənt/ waste matter (as urine or sweat but especially feces) discharged from the body Meaning Off Sound Off
scab C2
/skæb/ a dry crust of blood and tissue that forms over a wound while it heals Meaning Off Sound Off
scrotum C2
/ˈskroʊtəm/ the external pouch of skin and muscle that contains the testes in most male terrestrial mammals Meaning Off Sound Off
pyre C2
/ˈpaɪɚ/ A large pile of wood on which a dead body is burned as a funeral rite. Meaning Off Sound Off
gangrene C2
/ˈɡæŋˌɡɹiːn/ the death and decay of body tissue, usually caused by loss of blood supply and sometimes complicated by infection Meaning Off Sound Off
amputation C2
/ˌæm.pjəˈteɪ.ʃən/ the surgical removal of all or part of a limb or other body part Meaning Off Sound Off
tibia C2
/ˈtɪbiə/ the larger, inner bone of the lower leg between the knee and ankle; the shinbone Meaning Off Sound Off
clavicle C2
/ˈklævɪkəl/ the collarbone, a curved bone joining the breastbone to the shoulder blade Meaning Off Sound Off

Technology & Computing(9)

macro C2
/ˈmæk.ɹoʊ/ a saved instruction or abbreviation that expands into a longer sequence of computer commands Meaning Off Sound Off
bloat C2
/bloʊt/ unnecessary size, complexity, or excess, especially in software or organizations Meaning Off Sound Off
daemon C2
/ˈdiːmən/ a computer program or process that runs in the background and performs a service without direct user control Meaning Off Sound Off
plexus C2
/ˈplɛk.səs/ a network of intersecting blood vessels or intersecting nerves or intersecting lymph vessels Meaning Off Sound Off
catacomb C2
/ˈkætəkoʊm/ an underground network of passages and chambers with recesses for burying the dead Meaning Off Sound Off
homiletics C2
The art of preaching (especially the application of rhetoric in theology). Meaning Off Sound Off
microservice C2
/ˈmaɪkroʊˌsɝvɪs/ a small independently deployed software service that communicates with other services as part of a larger system Meaning Off Sound Off
solar plexus C2
/ˌsoʊ.lɚ ˈplek.səs/ the celiac plexus: a network of autonomic nerves in the upper abdomen, behind the stomach, that distributes nerve fibers to abdominal organs Meaning Off Sound Off
glitch C2
/ɡlɪt͡ʃ/ a small or temporary fault that prevents something from working as intended Meaning Off Sound Off

Literature & Storytelling(9)

suspense C2
/səˈspɛns/ an uncertain cognitive state Meaning Off Sound Off
paperback C2
/ˈpeɪ.pɚˌbæk/ a book bound with a flexible paper or card cover Meaning Off Sound Off
allegory C2
/ˈæləˌɡɔɹi/ A story whose characters and events stand for a deeper meaning, often a moral or political one. Meaning Off Sound Off
epilogue C2
/ˈɛp.ɪˌlɔɡ/ a concluding section added to a literary work that comments on or reveals what happens after the main narrative Meaning Off Sound Off
surrealism C2
/sɝˈiːlɪzəm/ An early 20th-century art and literary movement that used dreamlike, fantastic images to express the unconscious mind. Meaning Off Sound Off
anthology C2
/ænˈθɑləd͡ʒi/ A collection of poems, stories, or other writings, often by different authors. Meaning Off Sound Off
allusion C2
/əˈlu.ʒən/ An indirect mention of something the speaker expects you to recognize. Meaning Off Sound Off
elegy C2
/ˈɛləˌdʒiː/ A mournful or plaintive poem; a funeral song; a poem of lamentation. Meaning Off Sound Off
dénouement C2
/deɪˈnuː.mɑ̃ː/ the final part of a story or drama in which complications are resolved Meaning Off Sound Off

Media & Publishing(10)

quarto C2
/ˈkwɔːrtoʊ/ a book or page format made by folding a full sheet twice to create four leaves, or eight pages Meaning Off Sound Off
octavo C2
/ɑkˈteɪ.voʊ/ a book or page size produced by folding a full sheet three times to make eight leaves Meaning Off Sound Off
frontispiece C2
/ˈfrʌn.tɪsˌpiːs/ an illustration facing or immediately preceding the title page of a book Meaning Off Sound Off
imprimatur C2
/ˌɪm.pɹɪˈmɑ.tɚ/ An official license to publish or print something, especially when censorship applies. Meaning Off Sound Off
paragrapher C2
/ˈpær.əˌɡræf.ər/ a writer of short newspaper paragraphs, especially gossip, editorial, or society items Meaning Off Sound Off
literati C2
/ˌlɪtəˈɹɑti/ plural: educated people with a strong interest in literature, especially writers and critics Meaning Off Sound Off
dossier C2
/ˈdɑs.jeɪ/ a collection of documents that gives detailed information about a person or subject Meaning Off Sound Off
fabulism C2
/ˈfæbjəlɪzəm/ literature: storytelling that introduces fantastic or impossible events into an otherwise familiar, everyday world Meaning Off Sound Off
erratum C2
/ɛˈɹɑtəm/ a notice that corrects an error in a published work Meaning Off Sound Off
sic C2
/sɪk/ used after quoted text to show that an unusual spelling or apparent error has been reproduced from the original Meaning Off Sound Off

Photography & Images(3)

hue C2
/hju/ a color or shade of color Meaning Off Sound Off
watermark C2
/ˈwɔːtəmɑːk/ a faint identifying design formed in paper during manufacture and visible when held to the light Meaning Off Sound Off
overexposure C2
/ˌoʊ.vɚ.ɪkˈspoʊ.ʒɚ/ excessive exposure to something, especially something harmful such as radiation or sunlight Meaning Off Sound Off

Music Theory(10)

improvise C2
/ˈɪmpɹəvaɪz/ To make something up or invent it as one goes on; to proceed guided only by imagination, intuition, and guesswork rather than by a careful plan. Meaning Off Sound Off
chord C2
/kɔɹd/ A harmonic set of three or more notes that is heard as if sounding simultaneously. Meaning Off Sound Off
tempo C2
/ˈtɛm.poʊ/ in music, the speed at which a composition is to be played Meaning Off Sound Off
octave C2
/ˈɑktɪv/ An interval of twelve semitones spanning eight degrees of the diatonic scale, representing a doubling or halving in pitch frequency. Meaning Off Sound Off
sonata C2
/səˈnɑːtə/ a substantial musical composition for one instrument or a small group, usually arranged in several contrasting movements Meaning Off Sound Off
crescendo C2
/kɹɪˈʃɛn.doʊ/ a gradual increase in loudness, in music Meaning Off Sound Off
stave C2
/steɪv/ one of the narrow strips of wood or metal fitted edge to edge to form a barrel or similar structure Meaning Off Sound Off
arpeggio C2
/ɑːrˈpedʒ.i.oʊ/ the notes of a chord played one after another rather than simultaneously Meaning Off Sound Off
tremolo C2
/ˈtrɛm.ə.loʊ/ a musical effect made by rapidly repeating one note or alternating between two notes Meaning Off Sound Off
syncopation C2
/ˌsɪŋ.kəˈpeɪ.ʃən/ a rhythmic effect created by placing emphasis where a listener expects a weak beat or an offbeat Meaning Off Sound Off

Art & Music(10)

choreography C2
/ˌkɔɹiˈɑɡɹəfi/ The art of arranging the steps and movements of a dance. Meaning Off Sound Off
ragtime C2
/ˈɹæɡˌtaɪm/ a style of music, especially for piano, with a strongly syncopated melody over a steady rhythm Meaning Off Sound Off
arabesque C2
/ˌær.əˈbɛsk/ an intricate decorative design of interlacing lines, scrolling foliage, or geometric forms, especially in Islamic and Renaissance art Meaning Off Sound Off
virtuosity C2
/ˌvɜː(ɹ)tjuˈɒsɪti/ Outstanding technical skill, especially in music or art. Meaning Off Sound Off
lilt C2
/lɪlt/ a jaunty rhythm in music Meaning Off Sound Off
capriccio C2
/kəˈpriː.tʃiː.oʊ/ music: a lively, freely formed instrumental composition with a fanciful or improvisatory character Meaning Off Sound Off
corroboree C2
/kəˈrɑːbəri/ an Aboriginal Australian ceremonial gathering that may include dance, song, music, storytelling, or ritual, with its precise form varying among communities Meaning Off Sound Off
threnody C2
/ˈθrɛnədi/ a song, poem, or other composition expressing grief or mourning, especially for someone who has died Meaning Off Sound Off
oleograph C2
/ˈoʊ.li.əˌɡræf/ a color lithograph made to imitate the appearance of an oil painting Meaning Off Sound Off
inkstick C2
/ˈɪŋkstɪk/ a solid block of ink that is rubbed on an inkstone with water for East Asian calligraphy or painting Meaning Off Sound Off

Film & Television(2)

stunt C2
/stʌnt/ a difficult, unusual, or dangerous feat Meaning Off Sound Off
cinematography C2
/ˌsɪnɪməˈtɑːgrəfi/ The art and craft of filming a movie, especially the camera work and lighting. Meaning Off Sound Off

Theater & Performance(3)

melodrama C2
/ˈmɛl.əˌdɹɑː.mə/ a sensational dramatic work with exaggerated emotions, clear moral oppositions, stock characters, and an eventful plot Meaning Off Sound Off
ovation C2
/oʊˈveɪʃən/ an enthusiastic public reception, especially a sustained burst of applause Meaning Off Sound Off
pantomime C2
/ˈpæn.təˌmaɪm/ in Britain, a comic musical stage show based on a traditional story and performed especially around Christmas Meaning Off Sound Off

Entertainment & Leisure(2)

aficionado C2
/əˌfɪʃ.i.əˈnɑ.doʊ/ a person who knows a great deal about a subject or activity and enjoys it enthusiastically Meaning Off Sound Off
muck around C2
to spend time idly or on aimless activities, informally Phrasal verb Meaning Off Sound Off

Astronomy & Space(5)

galaxy C2
/ˈɡɛl.ək.si/ a vast gravitationally bound system of stars, gas, dust, dark matter, and other astronomical objects Meaning Off Sound Off
zodiac C2
/ˈzoʊ.di.æk/ the belt of the sky centered on the ecliptic through which the sun, moon, and visible planets appear to move Meaning Off Sound Off
nebula C2
/ˈnebjələ/ an interstellar cloud of gas and dust, often associated with the formation or death of stars Meaning Off Sound Off
cosmology C2
/kɑːzˈmɑː.lə.dʒi/ the scientific study of the origin, structure, development, and possible fate of the universe Meaning Off Sound Off
quasar C2
/ˈkweɪ.zɑɹ/ an extremely luminous active galactic nucleus powered by matter falling into a supermassive black hole Meaning Off Sound Off

Chemistry(10)

combustion C2
/kəmˈbʌs.t͡ʃən/ The process of burning, in which a substance reacts with oxygen to produce heat and light. Meaning Off Sound Off
nitrate C2
/ˈnaɪ.treɪt/ a salt or ester of nitric acid, containing the nitrate ion or nitrate group Meaning Off Sound Off
isotope C2
/ˈaɪ.sə.toʊp/ one of two or more atoms with the same atomic number but with different numbers of neutrons Meaning Off Sound Off
sulfate C2
/ˈsʌlfeɪt/ Any salt or ester of sulfuric acid. Meaning Off Sound Off
distillation C2
/ˌdɪstɪˈleɪʃən/ The process of purifying a liquid by boiling it and condensing the vapor. Meaning Off Sound Off
reagent C2
/riˈeɪ.dʒənt/ a substance or mixture used to cause, detect, measure, or investigate a chemical reaction Meaning Off Sound Off
electrolysis C2
/ˌɛˌlɛkˈtrɑːləsɪs/ The chemical change produced by passing an electric current through a conducting solution or a molten salt. Meaning Off Sound Off
crystallization C2
/ˌkɹ̠ɪstəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/ The process of becoming clear, definite, or precise. Meaning Off Sound Off
pipette C2
/paɪˈpet/ a narrow graduated tube used to measure or transfer a small quantity of liquid Meaning Off Sound Off
chromatography C2
/kɹoʊməˈtɑɡɹəfi/ a method of separating the components of a mixture by their different movement through a stationary material as a fluid passes over or through it Meaning Off Sound Off

Physics(5)

photon C2
/ˈfəʊtɒn/ The quantum of light and other electromagnetic energy, regarded as a discrete particle having zero rest mass, no electric charge, and an indefinitely long lifetime. It is a gauge boson. Meaning Off Sound Off
buoyancy C2
/ˈbɔɪənsi/ irrepressible liveliness and good spirit Meaning Off Sound Off
thermodynamics C2
/ˌθɜː(ɹ)moʊdaɪˈnæmɪks/ The science of the conversions between heat and other forms of energy. Meaning Off Sound Off
electromagnetism C2
/ɪˌlɛk.tɹoʊˈmæɡ.nəˌtɪzm̩/ magnetism produced by an electric current Meaning Off Sound Off
diffraction C2
/dɪˈfɹækʃən/ when light passes sharp edges or goes through narrow slits the rays are deflected and produce fringes of light and dark bands Meaning Off Sound Off

Biology & Genetics(7)

mammal C2
/ˈmæməl/ any warm-blooded vertebrate having the skin more or less covered with hair Meaning Off Sound Off
fertilization C2
/ˌfɝːtəlɪˈzeɪʃən/ the union of male and female gametes to begin the development of a new organism Meaning Off Sound Off
zoology C2
/zoʊˈɑləd͡ʒi/ The branch of biology that studies animals. Meaning Off Sound Off
symbiosis C2
/sɪmbaɪˈoʊsɪs/ The occurrence of two different or opposing things in the same time and place. Meaning Off Sound Off
paleontology C2
/ˌpeɪliənˈtɑːlədʒi/ the scientific study of prehistoric life through fossils and other remains preserved in rocks Meaning Off Sound Off
mitosis C2
/maɪˈtoʊ.sɪs/ cell-nuclear division in which duplicated chromosomes separate into two genetically equivalent nuclei Meaning Off Sound Off
meiosis C2
/maɪˈoʊ.sɪs/ cell division in which one diploid cell undergoes two divisions to produce four haploid cells Meaning Off Sound Off

Science & Research(61)

mutant C2
/ˈmjuː.tənt/ an organism, cell, gene, or other biological entity that carries a mutation Meaning Off Sound Off
hypothesis C2
[haɪˈpʰɑθəsɪs] An idea put forward to explain something, which can then be tested. Meaning Off Sound Off
arsenic C2
/ˈɑɹsənɪk/ a very poisonous metallic element that has three allotropic forms Meaning Off Sound Off
plutonium C2
/pluːˈtoʊniəm/ The transuranic chemical element with atomic number 94 and symbol Pu: a silvery-gray fissile radioactive actinide metal that tarnishes when exposed to air. Meaning Off Sound Off
brimstone C2
/ˈbɹɪmstoʊn/ An old name for the element sulfur. Meaning Off Sound Off
iridium C2
/ɪˈɹɪd.i.əm/ a chemical element (symbol Ir) with an atomic number of 77: a very hard, brittle, silvery-white transition metal of the platinum group. Meaning Off Sound Off
argon C2
/ˈɑːr.ɡɑːn/ the chemical element with symbol Ar and atomic number 18, a colorless, odorless, largely unreactive noble gas that forms about 0.93 percent of Earth's atmosphere Meaning Off Sound Off
amoeba C2
/əˈmiː.bə/ a single-celled organism that changes shape and moves or feeds by extending pseudopodia Meaning Off Sound Off
fluoride C2
/ˈflɔːr.aɪd/ a compound in which fluorine is combined with a more electropositive element or chemical group Meaning Off Sound Off
hermaphrodite C2
/hɝˈmæfɹədaɪt/ Cosexual: an organism possessing both types of gonads; a flower possessing both stamens and pistils. Meaning Off Sound Off
graviton C2
/ˈɡræv.ɪˌtɑːn/ a hypothetical massless spin-2 boson that would be the quantum carrier of gravity in a quantum theory of the gravitational field Meaning Off Sound Off
quicksilver C2
/ˈkwɪkˌsɪlvɚ/ the metallic element mercury, especially when seen in its mobile liquid form Meaning Off Sound Off
jurisprudence C2
/ˌdʒʊr.ɪsˈpruː.dəns/ the theory or philosophy of law and the principles by which legal systems interpret and apply it Meaning Off Sound Off
beryllium C2
/bəˈrɪl.i.əm/ the chemical element with symbol Be and atomic number 4, a hard, gray, low-density alkaline-earth metal valued for its stiffness and transparency to X-rays Meaning Off Sound Off
metallurgy C2
/ˈmɛt.əˌlɝ.dʒi/ the science and technology of extracting metals, refining and alloying them, and controlling their properties during processing Meaning Off Sound Off
ism C2
/ˈɪz.əm/ a distinctive doctrine, theory, cause, or movement, especially one named with the suffix -ism Meaning Off Sound Off
fluorine C2
/ˈflɔːr.iːn/ the chemical element with symbol F and atomic number 9, whose elemental form is an extremely reactive, toxic, pale-yellow halogen gas Meaning Off Sound Off
thorium C2
/ˈθɔːɹiəm/ a soft silvery-white tetravalent radioactive metallic element Meaning Off Sound Off
jurist C2
/ˈdʒʊr.ɪst/ an expert or scholar in law and legal theory Meaning Off Sound Off
silicate C2
/ˈsɪlɪkət/ chemistry: a salt or ester derived from a silicic acid and containing silicon and oxygen Meaning Off Sound Off
bismuth C2
/ˈbɪz.məθ/ the chemical element with symbol Bi and atomic number 83, a dense, brittle, crystalline metal that is silvery white with a pink tinge Meaning Off Sound Off
vanadium C2
/vəˈneɪ.di.əm/ the chemical element with symbol V and atomic number 23, a silvery transition metal used chiefly to strengthen steel and in several industrial catalysts Meaning Off Sound Off
bromine C2
/ˈbroʊ.miːn/ the chemical element with atomic number 35 and symbol Br, a toxic, fuming red-brown halogen that is liquid at room temperature Meaning Off Sound Off
promethium C2
/prəˈmiː.θi.əm/ the radioactive rare-earth chemical element with symbol Pm and atomic number 61, which has no stable isotopes Meaning Off Sound Off