Vocabularies

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verb
/ˈvɛrɪfaɪ/

To make sure or demonstrate that something is true, accurate, or justified.

"Please verify your email address to complete the registration."

adverb
/ˈvɛrɪli/

truly; certainly; without a doubt

"Verily, I say unto you, this is the truth."

adjective
/ˌvɛrɪˈsɪmɪlər/

appearing to be true or real

"The story seemed verisimilar though it was entirely fictional."

noun
/ˌvɛrɪsɪˈmɪlɪtjuːd/

the appearance of being true or real

"The movie was praised for its verisimilitude to actual events."

adjective
/ˈvɛrɪtəbl/

used to emphasize that something is genuine or true

"The house was a veritable palace compared to ours."

noun
/ˈvɛrɪti/

a true principle or belief; the state of being true

"The verity of his statement was confirmed by evidence."

adjective
/vərˈmɪkjələr/

having a shape or appearance like a worm; worm-like

"The artist used a vermicular design to decorate the border of the manuscript."

noun
/ˈvɜːrmɪn/

small animals or insects that are harmful or destructive, such as rats, lice, or fleas

"The old warehouse was overrun with vermin."

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vernacular

noun
/vərˈnækjələr/

the language or dialect spoken by ordinary people in a particular region

"He gave his speech in the local vernacular so everyone could understand."

adjective
/ˈvɜːrnəl/

related to spring; fresh, youthful

"The garden was filled with vernal beauty after the long winter."

adjective
/ˈvɜːrsətl/

able to adapt or be used in many different ways; having many skills

"She is a versatile actress who can perform in both comedies and dramas."

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verse

noun
/vɜːrs/

A line of writing in poetry; a section of a song or poem.

"She wrote a beautiful verse for the wedding ceremony."

noun
/ˈvɜːrʒən/

A particular form or variant of something.

"The software has a new version with added features."

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vertex

noun
/ˈvɜːrtɛks/

The highest point; the top or the apex.

"The climber reached the vertex of the mountain."

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vertical

adjective
/ˈvɜːrtɪkl/

Standing or pointing straight up; perpendicular to the ground.

"The skyscraper has a perfectly vertical design."

adjective
/vɜːrˈtɪdʒɪnəs/

Causing dizziness due to great height or steepness.

"The tourists looked down from the vertiginous cliffs with awe."

noun
/ˈvɜːrtɪˌɡoʊ/

A sensation of spinning or dizziness, often caused by problems in the inner ear or brain.

"She felt a sudden vertigo when she looked down from the tall building."

noun
/vɜːrv/

Great enthusiasm, spirit, or energy in expression or performance.

"The actor performed his role with remarkable verve."

noun
/ˈvɛsəl/

A ship or large boat; also a container for holding liquids or a tube in the body that carries blood.

"The fishing vessel returned safely to the harbor."

noun
/ˈvɛstɪdʒ/

A small remaining part of something that once existed.

"Only a vestige of the ancient wall remains today."

adjective
/vɛˈstɪdʒiəl/

Relating to a small, undeveloped remnant of something that was once much larger or more functional.

"Humans have a vestigial tailbone that no longer serves its original purpose."

noun
/ˈvɛstmənt/

a garment, especially a ceremonial or official robe worn during religious services

"The priest wore a golden vestment during the ceremony."

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veteran

noun
/ˈvɛtərən/

a person who has long experience in a particular field or an ex-member of the armed forces

"He is a veteran of the software industry."

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veto

verb
/ˈviːtoʊ/

to reject or forbid a decision, proposal, or law

"The president decided to veto the new bill."