Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

adjective
/stjuːˈpɛndəs/

extremely impressive; amazing in size, degree, or excellence

"The magician’s performance was simply stupendous."

noun
/ˈstjuːpər/

a state of near-unconsciousness or insensibility

"He remained in a stupor after hearing the shocking news."

adjective
/ˈstɜːrdi/

strongly and solidly built; not easily weakened

"The carpenter made a sturdy wooden table."

adjective
/ˈstɪdʒiən/

extremely dark, gloomy, or forbidding

"They walked through the stygian cave with torches."

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stylus

noun
/ˈstaɪləs/

a small tool used for writing, drawing, or touching screens

"She used a stylus to draw on her tablet."

verb
/ˈstaɪmi/

to prevent or hinder the progress of something

"The new regulations could stymie small businesses."

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suasion

noun
/ˈsweɪʒən/

the act of persuading or influencing someone

"The leader used gentle suasion to win support for the plan."

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suave

adjective
/swɑːv/

charming, confident, and elegant, often in a smooth or polished way

"He was a suave gentleman who impressed everyone at the party."

noun
/ˈswɑːvɪti/

smoothness and charm in manner

"His suavity made him popular in social gatherings."

adverb
/ˌsʌb ˈroʊzə/

secretly, in confidence, or in private

"The deal was made sub rosa to avoid public scrutiny."

adjective
/ˈsʌb.æs.ɪd/

Slightly sour or acidic in taste or nature.

"The fruit had a subacid flavor that was refreshing on a hot day."

noun
/sʌbˈɔːl.tən/

A person holding a subordinate position; in the military, a junior officer.

"The subaltern was responsible for leading a small platoon of soldiers."

adjective
/ˌsʌb.əˈkwɒt.ɪk/

Existing, living, or located under water.

"Divers explored the subaquatic cave system filled with rare fish."

adjective, noun
/ˌsʌbˈkɒn.ʃəs/

Relating to the part of the mind that influences thoughts and actions without full awareness.

"Her fear of dogs was rooted in her subconscious."

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subdue

verb
/səbˈdjuː/

To bring under control, especially by force; to overcome or quiet.

"The army was able to subdue the rebellion quickly."

adjective
/sʌbˈdʒeɪsənt/

lying immediately beneath; underlying

"The geological survey revealed subjacent layers of rock."

noun/verb/adjective
/ˈsʌbdʒɪkt/ (noun), /səbˈdʒɛkt/ (verb)

noun: a topic or theme; verb: to cause to undergo; adjective: dependent or under authority

"The teacher introduced a new subject in class."

noun
/səbˈdʒɛkʃən/

the act of bringing someone or something under control or domination

"The people suffered under the subjection of a cruel ruler."

noun, verb
/ˈsɛntəns/

A set of words that expresses a complete thought; or a punishment given by a court of law.

"The judge gave him a five-year prison sentence."

adjective
/sɛnˈtɛnʃəs/

Given to moralizing in a pompous or affected manner.

"His sententious remarks annoyed the audience."

noun
/ˈsɛnʃəns/

The capacity to feel, perceive, or experience subjectively.

"Many argue that animals possess sentience."

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sentient

adjective
/ˈsɛnʃənt/

Able to perceive or feel things.

"Humans are sentient beings capable of reasoning."

adjective
/ˌsɛntɪˈmɛntəl/

Having or showing tender, emotional feelings, often excessively.

"She kept the old letters for sentimental reasons."

noun
/ˈsɛntɪnəl/

A soldier or guard whose job is to stand and keep watch.

"A sentinel stood at the entrance of the camp."