Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

adjective
/ˈed.jʊ.keɪ.tɪv/

providing education; instructive; informative

"The documentary was highly educative and informative."

adjective
/ɪˈfek.tɪv/

producing the intended result; successful; functional

"This medicine is very effective against headaches."

adjective
/ɪˈfɪʃ.ənt/

working well without waste; competent; productive

"She is very efficient at managing her time."

adjective
/ɪˈlæs.tɪk/

able to stretch and return to original shape; flexible; adaptable

"The elastic band can stretch and return to its original shape."

adjective
/ˈel.dər.li/

aged; advanced in years; old

"The elderly man walked slowly with his cane."

adjective
/ˈel.ɪ.ɡənt/

graceful and stylish; refined; sophisticated

"She wore an elegant dress to the party."

adjective
/ˌel.ɪˈmen.tər.i/

basic; fundamental; primary level

"He learned elementary mathematics in school."

adjective
/ˈel.ɪ.dʒə.bəl/

qualified; suitable; having the right to do something

"She is eligible for the scholarship program."

adjective
/ɪmˈbær.ə.sɪŋ/

causing shame or awkwardness; uncomfortable; humiliating

"It was embarrassing when I forgot her name."

adjective
/ˈem.ɪ.nənt/

famous; distinguished; great; respected

"She is an eminent scientist in her field."

adjective
/ɪˈmoʊ.ʃən.əl/

relating to feelings; showing strong feelings; based on emotion rather than reason

"He became very emotional during the speech."

adjective
/ɪmˈfæt.ɪk/

forceful; strong; showing emphasis; expressed with force and conviction

"She gave an emphatic 'no' to the proposal."

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Empty

adjective
/ˈemp.ti/

containing nothing; vacant; without contents

"The glass is empty and needs to be refilled."

adjective
/ɪnˈkɝr.ɪ.dʒɪŋ/

giving support or confidence; inspiring; motivating

"The teacher's encouraging words motivated the students."

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Endless

adjective
/ˈɛnd.ləs/

having no end; infinite; limitless

"The ocean seemed endless from the shore."

adjective
/ɪnˈdjʊər.ə.bəl/

able to be endured; bearable; tolerable

"The pain was endurable with proper medication."

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Enduring

adjective
/ɪnˈdjʊər.ɪŋ/

lasting; permanent; continuing for a long time

"Their enduring friendship lasted for decades."

adjective
/ˌen.əˈdʒet.ɪk/

having or showing great activity; vigorous; full of energy

"She is very energetic and loves outdoor activities."

adjective
/ɪnˈɡeɪdʒd/

busy; occupied; involved in activity; betrothed

"He is engaged in important research work."

adjective
/ˈdɒm.ɪ.nənt/

controlling, influencing, or prevailing over others; most important or powerful

"The dominant player controlled the entire basketball game."

adjective
/ˈdɔːr.mənt/

inactive; sleeping; temporarily suspended; not currently active

"The volcano has been dormant for over a century."

adjective
/ˈdaʊt.fəl/

uncertain; questionable; feeling uncertain about something

"I am doubtful about the success of this project."

adjective
/drəˈmæt.ɪk/

relating to drama; sudden and striking; exciting and impressive

"The dramatic sunset painted the sky in brilliant colors."

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Drastic

adjective
/ˈdræs.tɪk/

extreme; severe; having a strong or far-reaching effect

"The company took drastic measures to reduce costs."