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{
"chapter:noun": {
"def": "(noun) writing in which words are arranged in a rhythmic pattern : poetry",
"source": "MW"
},
"chapter": {
"def": "(noun) one of the main sections of a book",
"source": "MW"
},
"island:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a creamy salad dressing that contains a mixture of finely chopped vegetables (such as pickles, peppers, and onions)",
"source": "MW"
},
"island": {
"def": "(noun) an area of land that is surrounded by water",
"source": "MW"
},
"cross:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or practice of wearing clothes made for the opposite sex",
"source": "MW"
},
"cross:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to ask more questions of (a witness who has been questioned by another lawyer)",
"source": "MW"
},
"cross:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or involving different courses offered by a school",
"source": "MW"
},
"cross": {
"def": "(noun) a long piece of wood with a shorter piece across it near the top that people were once fastened to and left to die on as a form of punishment",
"source": "MW"
},
"couple:noun": {
"def": "(noun) two people who are married or who have a romantic or sexual relationship",
"source": "MW"
},
"couple:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause someone to be no longer friendly or close to another person or group—usually + from —often used as (be) estranged",
"source": "MW"
},
"couple:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) strange or unusual : different from what is normal or expected",
"source": "MW"
},
"couple": {
"def": "(noun) two people who are married or who have a romantic or sexual relationship",
"source": "MW"
},
"minute:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very short amount of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"minute:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) brought into life by the process of birth",
"source": "MW"
},
"minute:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) close to or next to (something or someone) : near",
"source": "MW"
},
"minute:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) a number or amount that is equal to one half of a total",
"source": "MW"
},
"minute:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to own, use, or hold (something) —also used for things that cannot be seen or touched —also have got",
"source": "MW"
},
"minute": {
"def": "(noun) a unit of time equal to 60 seconds : one 60th of an hour",
"source": "MW"
},
"hang:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or travel to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"hang:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the light and heat and especially the flame produced by burning",
"source": "MW"
},
"hang": {
"def": "(verb) to attach or place something so that it is held up without support from below",
"source": "MW"
},
"flow:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stop the progress or spread of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"flow:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the time when the tide flows out from the land",
"source": "MW"
},
"flow": {
"def": "(verb) to move in a steady and continuous way —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"flight:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a series of steps that go from one level or floor to another",
"source": "MW"
},
"flight:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made, done, or provided while you are flying in an airplane",
"source": "MW"
},
"flight": {
"def": "(noun) the act of flying : the act of moving through the air by the use of wings",
"source": "MW"
},
"fully:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in every way or detail : completely or entirely —sometimes used with more and most",
"source": "MW"
},
"fully:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) full-fledged",
"source": "MW"
},
"fully:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make arrangements so that you will be able to use or have (something, such as a room, table, or seat) at a later time",
"source": "MW"
},
"fully": {
"def": "(adverb) in every way or detail : completely or entirely —sometimes used with more and most",
"source": "MW"
},
"further:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at or to a great distance in space or time",
"source": "MW"
},
"further:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very distant in space or time",
"source": "MW"
},
"further:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to direct your eyes in a particular direction —often + at",
"source": "MW"
},
"further:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is being done, talked about, or thought about —often used in an ironic way to refer to a difficult or important situation or problem",
"source": "MW"
},
"further": {
"def": "(adverb) to or at a more distant place or time : farther",
"source": "MW"
},
"mighty:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) rising or extending upward a great distance",
"source": "MW"
},
"mighty:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to a great degree : very",
"source": "MW"
},
"mighty:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very small creature that often lives on plants, animals, and foods",
"source": "MW"
},
"mighty": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing great strength or power",
"source": "MW"
},
"somewhat:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a small amount or degree : to some degree",
"source": "MW"
},
"somewhat:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) —used to make a statement or description less forceful or definite",
"source": "MW"
},
"somewhat:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of using something as clothing : the act of wearing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"somewhat": {
"def": "(adverb) in a small amount or degree : to some degree",
"source": "MW"
},
"awaken:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stop sleeping : to wake up —often used as (be) awakened —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"awaken": {
"def": "(verb) to stop sleeping : to wake up —often used as (be) awakened —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"widen:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) wide or wider : broaden",
"source": "MW"
},
"widen": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) wide or wider : broaden",
"source": "MW"
},
"extend:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something, such as your arm or leg) to straighten out or to stretch out",
"source": "MW"
},
"extend": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something, such as your arm or leg) to straighten out or to stretch out",
"source": "MW"
},
"sheer:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to emphasize the large amount, size, or degree of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"sheer:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) straight up or down",
"source": "MW"
},
"sheer:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to turn suddenly",
"source": "MW"
},
"sheer": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to emphasize the large amount, size, or degree of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"brute:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a cruel, rough, or violent man",
"source": "MW"
},
"brute:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very strong or forceful",
"source": "MW"
},
"brute": {
"def": "(noun) a cruel, rough, or violent man",
"source": "MW"
},
"slender:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) thin especially in an attractive or graceful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"slender": {
"def": "(adjective) thin especially in an attractive or graceful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"tremendous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very large or great",
"source": "MW"
},
"tremendous": {
"def": "(adjective) very large or great",
"source": "MW"
},
"torso:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the main part of the human body not including the head, arms, and legs : trunk",
"source": "MW"
},
"torso": {
"def": "(noun) the main part of the human body not including the head, arms, and legs : trunk",
"source": "MW"
},
"obsidian:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a dark natural glass that forms when lava cools",
"source": "MW"
},
"obsidian": {
"def": "(noun) a dark natural glass that forms when lava cools",
"source": "MW"
},
"magma:noun": {
"def": "(noun) hot liquid rock below the surface of the Earth",
"source": "MW"
},
"magma": {
"def": "(noun) hot liquid rock below the surface of the Earth",
"source": "MW"
},
"tighten:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) tight or tighter or to become tight or tighter",
"source": "MW"
},
"tighten:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a narrow, pointed metal cylinder that has a wide flat or rounded top and a ridge (called a thread) that goes around it in a spiral",
"source": "MW"
},
"tighten": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) tight or tighter or to become tight or tighter",
"source": "MW"
},
"loosen:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) less tight or firm : to make (something) loose or looser —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"loosen:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the soft, movable part in the mouth that is used for tasting and eating food and in human beings for speaking",
"source": "MW"
},
"loosen": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) less tight or firm : to make (something) loose or looser —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"brighten:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to add more light to (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"brighten": {
"def": "(verb) to add more light to (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"darken:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) dark or to become dark or darker in color",
"source": "MW"
},
"darken:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a movable piece of wood, glass, or metal that swings or slides open and shut so that people can enter or leave a room, building, vehicle, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"darken": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) dark or to become dark or darker in color",
"source": "MW"
},
"soften:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become less hard or firm or to make (something) less hard or firm",
"source": "MW"
},
"soften": {
"def": "(verb) to become less hard or firm or to make (something) less hard or firm",
"source": "MW"
},
"harden:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become hard or firm or to make (something) hard or firm",
"source": "MW"
},
"harden:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the organ in your chest that pumps blood through your veins and arteries —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"harden": {
"def": "(verb) to become hard or firm or to make (something) hard or firm",
"source": "MW"
},
"deepen:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become or to cause (something) to become deep or deeper",
"source": "MW"
},
"deepen": {
"def": "(verb) to become or to cause (something) to become deep or deeper",
"source": "MW"
},
"strengthen:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone or something) stronger, more forceful, more effective, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"strengthen": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone or something) stronger, more forceful, more effective, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"weaken:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something or someone) weaker, less forceful, less effective, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"weaken": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something or someone) weaker, less forceful, less effective, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"lengthen:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become longer",
"source": "MW"
},
"lengthen": {
"def": "(verb) to become longer",
"source": "MW"
},
"shorten:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become shorter",
"source": "MW"
},
"shorten": {
"def": "(verb) to become shorter",
"source": "MW"
},
"heighten:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to increase the amount, degree, or extent of (something) : increase",
"source": "MW"
},
"heighten": {
"def": "(verb) to increase the amount, degree, or extent of (something) : increase",
"source": "MW"
},
"worsened:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) worse or to become worse",
"source": "MW"
},
"worsened": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) worse or to become worse",
"source": "MW"
},
"slightly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at any time",
"source": "MW"
},
"slightly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very small in degree or amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"slightly:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of using something as clothing : the act of wearing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"slightly": {
"def": "(adverb) in a very small amount or degree : a little",
"source": "MW"
},
"mostly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to say that a statement you are making is true or correct at most times or that it describes a usual situation or condition",
"source": "MW"
},
"mostly": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to say that a statement you are making is true or correct at most times or that it describes a usual situation or condition",
"source": "MW"
},
"mainly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) most important : chief principal",
"source": "MW"
},
"mainly": {
"def": "(adjective) most important : chief principal",
"source": "MW"
},
"partly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) somewhat but not completely : to some extent or in some degree",
"source": "MW"
},
"partly": {
"def": "(adverb) somewhat but not completely : to some extent or in some degree",
"source": "MW"
},
"barely:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) hardly or scarcely—used to say that something was almost not possible or almost did not happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"barely": {
"def": "(adverb) hardly or scarcely—used to say that something was almost not possible or almost did not happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"deeply:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that is very complete, extreme, strongly felt, etc. : in a deep way",
"source": "MW"
},
"deeply:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a large distance to the bottom from the surface or highest point —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"deeply:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use money to earn more money : to use your money to purchase stock in a company, to buy property, etc., in order to make future profit —often + in —often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"deeply": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that is very complete, extreme, strongly felt, etc. : in a deep way",
"source": "MW"
},
"widely:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) over or through a wide area : in or to many places",
"source": "MW"
},
"widely:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give or deliver (something) to people —usually + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"widely": {
"def": "(adverb) over or through a wide area : in or to many places",
"source": "MW"
},
"highly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to a great degree",
"source": "MW"
},
"highly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be seen",
"source": "MW"
},
"highly:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to teach (someone) the skills needed to do something (such as a job) : to give instruction to (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"highly": {
"def": "(adverb) to a great degree",
"source": "MW"
},
"closely:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) near in space : not far away or distant —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"closely:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to watch and sometimes also listen to (someone or something) carefully",
"source": "MW"
},
"closely": {
"def": "(adjective) near in space : not far away or distant —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"firmly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) fairly hard or solid : not soft",
"source": "MW"
},
"firmly": {
"def": "(adjective) fairly hard or solid : not soft",
"source": "MW"
},
"freely:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not costing any money",
"source": "MW"
},
"freely:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move air into and out of your lungs : to inhale and exhale",
"source": "MW"
},
"freely": {
"def": "(adjective) not costing any money",
"source": "MW"
},
"fairly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a successful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"fairly": {
"def": "(adverb) to some degree or extent but not very or extremely : to a reasonable or moderate extent",
"source": "MW"
},
"nearly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to some degree or extent but not very or extremely : fairly",
"source": "MW"
},
"nearly:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sudden painful and dangerous condition in which your heart stops beating properly",
"source": "MW"
},
"nearly": {
"def": "(adverb) not completely : almost but not quite",
"source": "MW"
},
"merely:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to form the negative of modal verbs (such as \"should\" and \"could\") and auxiliary verbs (such as \"do\" and \"have\")",
"source": "MW"
},
"merely:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to say that something or someone is small, unimportant, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"merely": {
"def": "(adverb) only just—used to say that someone or something is small, unimportant, etc. —used to describe the only reason for something or the only effect of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"lately:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in the recent period of time : recently",
"source": "MW"
},
"lately:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who has recently joined a group, started a new activity, etc. : newcomer",
"source": "MW"
},
"lately": {
"def": "(adverb) in the recent period of time : recently",
"source": "MW"
},
"simply:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) completely or only",
"source": "MW"
},
"simply": {
"def": "(adverb) nothing more than : only, merely, or just",
"source": "MW"
},
"solely:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) without anything or anyone else involved",
"source": "MW"
},
"solely": {
"def": "(adverb) without anything or anyone else involved",
"source": "MW"
},
"largely:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) not completely but mostly",
"source": "MW"
},
"largely": {
"def": "(adverb) not completely but mostly",
"source": "MW"
},
"wholly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) completely or fully",
"source": "MW"
},
"wholly": {
"def": "(adverb) completely or fully",
"source": "MW"
},
"briefly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in only a few words : in a brief way",
"source": "MW"
},
"briefly": {
"def": "(adverb) in only a few words : in a brief way",
"source": "MW"
},
"sharply:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a harsh, critical, or angry way",
"source": "MW"
},
"sharply:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a thin edge that is able to cut things or a fine point that is able to make a hole in things",
"source": "MW"
},
"sharply": {
"def": "(adverb) in a harsh, critical, or angry way",
"source": "MW"
},
"bravely:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing no fear : not afraid",
"source": "MW"
},
"bravely": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing no fear : not afraid",
"source": "MW"
},
"quickly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a fast or quick manner",
"source": "MW"
},
"quickly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be done",
"source": "MW"
},
"quickly:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to make comparisons —usually used in the phrase as…as —sometimes used in negative phrases with so",
"source": "MW"
},
"quickly": {
"def": "(adverb) in a fast or quick manner",
"source": "MW"
},
"slowly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a confident way",
"source": "MW"
},
"slowly": {
"def": "(adverb) in a slow way or at a low speed",
"source": "MW"
},
"softly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) soft-spoken",
"source": "MW"
},
"softly": {
"def": "(adjective) easy to press, bend, cut, etc. : not hard or firm",
"source": "MW"
},
"loudly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) making or causing a lot of noise : strong and noticeable in sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"loudly": {
"def": "(adjective) making or causing a lot of noise : strong and noticeable in sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"calmly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not angry, upset, excited, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"calmly": {
"def": "(adjective) not angry, upset, excited, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"gently:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing a kind and quiet nature : not harsh or violent",
"source": "MW"
},
"gently:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to allow or permit (someone or something) to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"gently": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing a kind and quiet nature : not harsh or violent",
"source": "MW"
},
"roughly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) not exactly but close in number, quality, meaning, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"roughly": {
"def": "(adverb) not exactly but close in number, quality, meaning, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"darkly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in dark colors",
"source": "MW"
},
"darkly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having very little or no light",
"source": "MW"
},
"darkly": {
"def": "(adverb) in dark colors",
"source": "MW"
},
"lightly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a light manner: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"lightly:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to walk —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"lightly": {
"def": "(adverb) in a light manner: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"sight:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the body that you see with",
"source": "MW"
},
"sight:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to let (something) fall",
"source": "MW"
},
"sight:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) close to or next to (something or someone) : near",
"source": "MW"
},
"sight": {
"def": "(noun) the sense through which a person or animal becomes aware of light, color, etc., by using the eyes : the ability to see",
"source": "MW"
},
"might:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use your voice to express (something) with words",
"source": "MW"
},
"might:noun": {
"def": "(noun) behavior that is morally good or correct",
"source": "MW"
},
"might:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to make comparisons —usually used in the phrase as…as —sometimes used in negative phrases with so",
"source": "MW"
},
"might:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a successful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"might": {
"def": "(verb) —used to say that something is possible",
"source": "MW"
},
"height:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a measurement of how tall a person or thing is : the distance from the bottom to the top of a person or thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"height": {
"def": "(noun) a measurement of how tall a person or thing is : the distance from the bottom to the top of a person or thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"weight:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a soft yellow metal that is very valuable and that is used especially in jewelry",
"source": "MW"
},
"weight:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move (something) while holding and supporting it —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"weight": {
"def": "(noun) a measurement that indicates how heavy a person or thing is",
"source": "MW"
},
"length:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the distance from one side to the other side of something : width",
"source": "MW"
},
"length:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to indicate a person or thing that is not particular or specific",
"source": "MW"
},
"length:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use a sharp tool (such as a knife) to open or divide (something, such as paper or wood) —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"length": {
"def": "(noun) the distance from one end of something to the other end : a measurement of how long something is",
"source": "MW"
},
"strength:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a legal document in which a person states who should receive his or her possessions after he or she dies",
"source": "MW"
},
"strength:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) stronger, more powerful, or more intense than others of its kind",
"source": "MW"
},
"strength:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to bring (things or people) together into a group",
"source": "MW"
},
"strength": {
"def": "(noun) the quality or state of being physically strong",
"source": "MW"
},
"growth:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an amount of liquid, flame, etc., that comes out of something suddenly",
"source": "MW"
},
"growth:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to forests that have been growing for a long time",
"source": "MW"
},
"growth": {
"def": "(noun) the process of growing: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"death:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a mask of a person's face that is created just after the person has died by pressing a substance over the face and leaving it there until it becomes hard",
"source": "MW"
},
"death:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very dangerous",
"source": "MW"
},
"death": {
"def": "(noun) the end of life : the time when someone or something dies",
"source": "MW"
},
"wealth:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large amount of money and possessions",
"source": "MW"
},
"wealth:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to open, arrange, or place (something) over a large area —often + out",
"source": "MW"
},
"wealth": {
"def": "(noun) a large amount of money and possessions",
"source": "MW"
},
"health:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a document that says how much money you owe for something you have bought or used",
"source": "MW"
},
"health:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to medical care",
"source": "MW"
},
"health": {
"def": "(noun) the condition of being well or free from disease",
"source": "MW"
},
"stealth:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a secret, quiet, and clever way of moving or behaving",
"source": "MW"
},
"stealth:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe military aircraft that are designed so that they cannot be easily seen by radar",
"source": "MW"
},
"stealth": {
"def": "(noun) a secret, quiet, and clever way of moving or behaving",
"source": "MW"
},
"warmth:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the quality or state of being warm in temperature",
"source": "MW"
},
"warmth": {
"def": "(noun) the quality or state of being warm in temperature",
"source": "MW"
},
"depth:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to see how far away something is or how much space is between things",
"source": "MW"
},
"depth:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) covering many or all important points of a subject : thorough",
"source": "MW"
},
"depth": {
"def": "(noun) a distance below a surface",
"source": "MW"
},
"width:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the distance from one side of something to the other side : a measurement of how wide something is",
"source": "MW"
},
"width": {
"def": "(noun) the distance from one side of something to the other side : a measurement of how wide something is",
"source": "MW"
},
"truth:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very short period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"truth:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use force to cause (something, such as a wire or pipe) to become curved",
"source": "MW"
},
"truth:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to or at a more distant place or time : farther",
"source": "MW"
},
"truth:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not wearing any clothes : not covered by clothing",
"source": "MW"
},
"truth": {
"def": "(noun) the real facts about something : the things that are true",
"source": "MW"
},
"youth:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a public meeting to support or oppose someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"youth:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to spend or use (something, such as time or money) in a way that is not legal, careful, or wise",
"source": "MW"
},
"youth": {
"def": "(noun) the time of life when someone is young : the time when a young person has not yet become an adult",
"source": "MW"
},
"oath:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a formal and serious promise to tell the truth or to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"oath": {
"def": "(noun) a formal and serious promise to tell the truth or to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"wrath:noun": {
"def": "(noun) extreme anger —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"wrath": {
"def": "(noun) extreme anger —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"filth:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large and very unpleasant amount of dirt : very dirty conditions",
"source": "MW"
},
"filth": {
"def": "(noun) a large and very unpleasant amount of dirt : very dirty conditions",
"source": "MW"
},
"shoot:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause a bullet, arrow, etc., to move forward with great force from a weapon",
"source": "MW"
},
"shoot:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a gentle wind",
"source": "MW"
},
"shoot:interjection": {
"def": "(interjection) —used to show that you are annoyed or surprised",
"source": "MW"
},
"shoot:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having simple controls that do not need to be changed by the user and that make it possible to take pictures easily",
"source": "MW"
},
"shoot": {
"def": "(verb) to cause a bullet, arrow, etc., to move forward with great force from a weapon",
"source": "MW"
},
"gain:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to get (something wanted or valued)",
"source": "MW"
},
"gain:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the force that causes a moving thing to stick against the surface it is moving along",
"source": "MW"
},
"gain": {
"def": "(verb) to get (something wanted or valued)",
"source": "MW"
},
"figure:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an older woman who is respected and admired like a mother",
"source": "MW"
},
"figure:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to expect or think (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"figure": {
"def": "(noun) a symbol that represents a number : digit",
"source": "MW"
},
"throat:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small piece or mass of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"throat:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to forcefully hit something",
"source": "MW"
},
"throat": {
"def": "(noun) the tube inside the neck that leads to the stomach and lungs",
"source": "MW"
},
"notion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an idea or opinion",
"source": "MW"
},
"notion:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not clearly seen, heard, tasted, felt, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"notion": {
"def": "(noun) an idea or opinion",
"source": "MW"
},
"bolt:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a lock with a heavy sliding bar that is moved by turning a knob or key —called also (British) mortise lock",
"source": "MW"
},
"bolt:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause a bullet, arrow, etc., to move forward with great force from a weapon",
"source": "MW"
},
"bolt:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) with the back in a very straight position",
"source": "MW"
},
"bolt:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) positioned to be straight up : vertical",
"source": "MW"
},
"bolt": {
"def": "(noun) a bright line of light that appears in the sky during a storm : a flash of lightning —often used figuratively in the phrases a bolt from the blue and a bolt out of the blue",
"source": "MW"
},
"demand:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the amount of goods and services that are available for people to buy compared to the amount of goods and services that people want to buy",
"source": "MW"
},
"demand:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say in a forceful way that something must be done or given to you : to say that you have a right to (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"demand:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) available when needed or wanted",
"source": "MW"
},
"demand": {
"def": "(noun) a forceful statement in which you say that something must be done or given to you —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"speed:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an area of road where police hide from drivers and use special equipment to catch people who are driving too fast",
"source": "MW"
},
"speed:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move fast",
"source": "MW"
},
"speed": {
"def": "(noun) the rate at which someone or something moves or travels",
"source": "MW"
},
"task:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people who deal with a specific problem",
"source": "MW"
},
"task:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to carry or move (something) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"task": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of work that has been given to someone : a job for someone to do",
"source": "MW"
},
"habit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) physical strength, power, or effect",
"source": "MW"
},
"habit:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing a strong need to regularly have something (such as a drug) or do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"habit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit (someone or something) with your foot",
"source": "MW"
},
"habit": {
"def": "(noun) a usual way of behaving : something that a person does often in a regular and repeated way —often followed by of + -ing verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"quality:noun": {
"def": "(noun) any one of the objects in space that are made of burning gas and that look like points of light in the night sky",
"source": "MW"
},
"quality:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very good or excellent",
"source": "MW"
},
"quality": {
"def": "(noun) how good or bad something is —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"value:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the number of strokes a good golfer is expected to take to finish a golf hole or course",
"source": "MW"
},
"value:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a judgment about the amount of money that something is worth—usually + at —usually used as (be) valued",
"source": "MW"
},
"value": {
"def": "(noun) the amount of money that something is worth : the price or cost of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"coast:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the Coast Guard or Brit the Coastguard : an organization that has the job of guarding the area along a country's coast and helping people, boats, and ships that are in danger on the sea —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"coast:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move forward using no power or very little power",
"source": "MW"
},
"coast:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) going across an entire nation or continent from one coast to another",
"source": "MW"
},
"coast": {
"def": "(noun) the land along or near a sea or ocean",
"source": "MW"
},
"harbor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a part of the ocean, a lake, etc., that is next to land and that is protected and deep enough to provide safety for ships",
"source": "MW"
},
"harbor:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give shelter to (someone) : to hide and protect (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"harbor": {
"def": "(noun) a part of the ocean, a lake, etc., that is next to land and that is protected and deep enough to provide safety for ships",
"source": "MW"
},
"earn:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to get (money, a salary, etc.) for work that you have done",
"source": "MW"
},
"earn:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long, narrow line of color",
"source": "MW"
},
"earn": {
"def": "(verb) to get (money, a salary, etc.) for work that you have done",
"source": "MW"
},
"risk:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a leg or arm",
"source": "MW"
},
"risk:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) in a situation in which it could be lost, damaged, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"risk:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) carefully planned for a particular and often improper purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"risk": {
"def": "(noun) the possibility that something bad or unpleasant (such as an injury or a loss) will happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"spread:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to open, arrange, or place (something) over a large area —often + out",
"source": "MW"
},
"spread:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sound or combination of sounds that has a meaning and is spoken or written",
"source": "MW"
},
"spread:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) with arms and legs spread wide apart",
"source": "MW"
},
"spread": {
"def": "(verb) to open, arrange, or place (something) over a large area —often + out",
"source": "MW"
},
"beat:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to break open or into pieces in a sudden and violent way",
"source": "MW"
},
"beat:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a device that shows what time it is and that is usually placed in a room or attached to a wall —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"beat:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) old and badly worn or damaged",
"source": "MW"
},
"beat": {
"def": "(verb) to hit (something) repeatedly",
"source": "MW"
},
"slam:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to jump high in the air and push (the ball) down through the basket : dunk",
"source": "MW"
},
"slam:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a shot that is made by jumping high in the air and pushing the ball down through the basket —called also slam dunk",
"source": "MW"
},
"slam": {
"def": "(verb) to close (something) in a forceful way that makes a loud noise",
"source": "MW"
},
"smash:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to break (something) into many pieces : to shatter or destroy (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"smash:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone or something that is very successful or popular",
"source": "MW"
},
"smash:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe a robbery that is done by breaking a window of a car, store, etc., and stealing whatever you can take quickly",
"source": "MW"
},
"smash": {
"def": "(verb) to break (something) into many pieces : to shatter or destroy (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"guess:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to criticize or question the actions or decisions of someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"guess:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an attempt to give an opinion or answer about something when you do not know much about it or are not sure about it",
"source": "MW"
},
"guess:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) —used to ask for information about someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"guess:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) living in nature without human control or care : not tame",
"source": "MW"
},
"guess": {
"def": "(verb) to form an opinion or give an answer about something when you do not know much or anything about it",
"source": "MW"
},
"wonder:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a substance that is used as a medicine —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"wonder:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to look at (something) : to see (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"wonder:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) a small amount or quantity",
"source": "MW"
},
"wonder": {
"def": "(noun) something or someone that is very surprising, beautiful, amazing, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"hide:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) in a place where it cannot be seen or found",
"source": "MW"
},
"hide:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a great number of things or people —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"hide": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) in a place where it cannot be seen or found",
"source": "MW"
},
"seek:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to search for (someone or something) : to try to find (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"seek:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a children's game in which everyone hides from one player who tries to find them",
"source": "MW"
},
"seek": {
"def": "(verb) to search for (someone or something) : to try to find (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"scramble:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or climb over something quickly especially while also using your hands",
"source": "MW"
},
"scramble:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act of scrambling: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"scramble": {
"def": "(verb) to move or climb over something quickly especially while also using your hands",
"source": "MW"
},
"level:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a level that is as high as a person's eyes",
"source": "MW"
},
"level:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) at the lowest level : at the level of someone who is just starting a job or career",
"source": "MW"
},
"level:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) flat or level",
"source": "MW"
},
"level": {
"def": "(noun) a specific height",
"source": "MW"
},
"stage:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a name used by an actor instead of the actor's real name",
"source": "MW"
},
"stage:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to organize the details of (a performance in a theater)",
"source": "MW"
},
"stage:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) on the right side of a stage when you are on the stage and facing the audience",
"source": "MW"
},
"stage": {
"def": "(noun) a particular point or period in the growth or development of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"rate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the lowest interest rate that banks will give to people who borrow money from them —called also prime interest rate",
"source": "MW"
},
"rate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a judgment about the quality, ability, or value of (someone or something) —often used as (be) rated",
"source": "MW"
},
"rate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of the best quality : excellent",
"source": "MW"
},
"rate": {
"def": "(noun) the speed at which something happens over a particular period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"manner:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a way of doing something or of achieving a desired result",
"source": "MW"
},
"manner:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening at the correct or most useful time : not happening too late",
"source": "MW"
},
"manner:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say words in order to express your thoughts, feelings, opinions, etc., to someone : to talk to someone —often + to —often + with in U.S. English —often used at the beginning of telephone conversations",
"source": "MW"
},
"manner": {
"def": "(noun) the way that something is done or happens —often used after in",
"source": "MW"
},
"nature:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the path or direction that something or someone moves along —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"nature": {
"def": "(noun) the physical world and everything in it (such as plants, animals, mountains, oceans, stars, etc.) that is not made by people",
"source": "MW"
},
"reason:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of two or more words or phrases that end in the same sounds",
"source": "MW"
},
"reason:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be in an upright position with all of your weight on your feet",
"source": "MW"
},
"reason:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) a different or additional person or thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"reason:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) different from what is usual, normal, or expected : odd",
"source": "MW"
},
"reason": {
"def": "(noun) a statement or fact that explains why something is the way it is, why someone does, thinks, or says something, or why someone behaves a certain way",
"source": "MW"
},
"cause:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the end of life : the time when someone or something dies",
"source": "MW"
},
"cause:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to discover (something or someone) without planning or trying to : to discover (something or someone) by chance",
"source": "MW"
},
"cause:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) because—used in informal speech",
"source": "MW"
},
"cause": {
"def": "(noun) something or someone that produces an effect, result, or condition : something or someone that makes something happen or exist —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"effect:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an image or sound that is created in television, radio, or movies to represent something real (such as an explosion) or imaginary (such as a monster)—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"effect:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move (something) while holding and supporting it —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"effect": {
"def": "(noun) a change that results when something is done or happens : an event, condition, or state of affairs that is produced by a cause",
"source": "MW"
},
"detail:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"detail:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to state particular facts or information about (something) : to describe or discuss the details of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"detail:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very bright in color",
"source": "MW"
},
"detail": {
"def": "(noun) a small part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"aspect:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a number that compares the width and height of a movie or television picture",
"source": "MW"
},
"aspect": {
"def": "(noun) a part of something —usually + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"merchant:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sailor who works on a ship involved in trading goods : a member of the merchant marine",
"source": "MW"
},
"merchant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) used for or involved in trading goods",
"source": "MW"
},
"merchant": {
"def": "(noun) someone who buys and sells goods especially in large amounts",
"source": "MW"
},
"friar:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a member of a men's Roman Catholic group who is poor and studies or teaches about Christianity",
"source": "MW"
},
"friar": {
"def": "(noun) a member of a men's Roman Catholic group who is poor and studies or teaches about Christianity",
"source": "MW"
},
"knowing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) showing that you have special knowledge",
"source": "MW"
},
"knowing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have (information of some kind) in your mind —often + how, why, where, etc. —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"knowing": {
"def": "(adjective) showing that you have special knowledge",
"source": "MW"
},
"dart:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small object that is valued because it is beautiful or interesting : an object that has artistic value —called also objet",
"source": "MW"
},
"dart:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to run or move quickly or suddenly in a particular direction or to a particular place",
"source": "MW"
},
"dart": {
"def": "(noun) a small object that has a sharp point at one end and that is thrown in the game of darts or used as a weapon —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"surge:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move very quickly and suddenly in a particular direction",
"source": "MW"
},
"surge:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a device that prevents an electrical surge from damaging electronic equipment",
"source": "MW"
},
"surge": {
"def": "(verb) to move very quickly and suddenly in a particular direction",
"source": "MW"
},
"mutter:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to speak quietly so that it is difficult for other people to hear what you say",
"source": "MW"
},
"mutter": {
"def": "(verb) to speak quietly so that it is difficult for other people to hear what you say",
"source": "MW"
},
"wince:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have an expression on your face for a very short time which shows that you are embarrassed or in pain",
"source": "MW"
},
"wince": {
"def": "(verb) to have an expression on your face for a very short time which shows that you are embarrassed or in pain",
"source": "MW"
},
"flinch:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move suddenly because you are afraid of being hit or hurt",
"source": "MW"
},
"flinch": {
"def": "(verb) to move suddenly because you are afraid of being hit or hurt",
"source": "MW"
},
"brood:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of young birds (such as chickens) that were all born at the same time",
"source": "MW"
},
"brood:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to think a lot about something in an unhappy way",
"source": "MW"
},
"brood": {
"def": "(noun) a group of young birds (such as chickens) that were all born at the same time",
"source": "MW"
},
"ponder:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to think about or consider (something) carefully —+ on, over, or about",
"source": "MW"
},
"ponder": {
"def": "(verb) to think about or consider (something) carefully —+ on, over, or about",
"source": "MW"
},
"feign:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to pretend to feel or be affected by (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"feign": {
"def": "(verb) to pretend to feel or be affected by (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"stammer:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to speak with many pauses and repetitions because you have a speech problem or because you are very nervous, frightened, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"stammer": {
"def": "(verb) to speak with many pauses and repetitions because you have a speech problem or because you are very nervous, frightened, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"scheme:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an arrangement made with an employer to pay money to an employee after retirement —called also (British) pension scheme",
"source": "MW"
},
"scheme:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make plans to do or get something in a secret and often dishonest way —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"scheme": {
"def": "(noun) a clever and often dishonest plan to do or get something",
"source": "MW"
},
"jaw:noun": {
"def": "(noun) either one of the two bones of the face where teeth grow —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"jaw:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to let (something) fall",
"source": "MW"
},
"jaw": {
"def": "(noun) either one of the two bones of the face where teeth grow —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"brow:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the clear liquid that forms on your skin when you are hot or nervous : perspiration",
"source": "MW"
},
"brow:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or affected by a fever—usually used in the phrase fevered brow",
"source": "MW"
},
"brow:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (a piece of clothing) from yarn or thread by using long needles or a special machine",
"source": "MW"
},
"brow": {
"def": "(noun) the upper edge of a steep slope",
"source": "MW"
},
"cheek:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the soft, movable part in the mouth that is used for tasting and eating food and in human beings for speaking",
"source": "MW"
},
"cheek:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that is not serious and that is meant to be funny",
"source": "MW"
},
"cheek:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move around a central point —often + around",
"source": "MW"
},
"cheek": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the face that is below the eye and to the side of the nose and mouth",
"source": "MW"
},
"wrist:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a hit with the front or back of your open hand",
"source": "MW"
},
"wrist": {
"def": "(noun) the part of your body where your hand joins your arm",
"source": "MW"
},
"elbow:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ability or right to control people or things —often + over",
"source": "MW"
},
"elbow:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have (information of some kind) in your mind —often + how, why, where, etc. —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"elbow": {
"def": "(noun) the joint where your arm bends",
"source": "MW"
},
"ankle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a band, ring, or chain that is worn around the ankle —called also ankle bracelet",
"source": "MW"
},
"ankle": {
"def": "(noun) the joint where the foot joins the leg",
"source": "MW"
},
"heel:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a woman's shoe with a very high, thin heel",
"source": "MW"
},
"heel:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to turn or cause someone or something to turn around repeatedly",
"source": "MW"
},
"heel:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) looking or seeming cheap or poor and dirty or worn",
"source": "MW"
},
"heel": {
"def": "(noun) the back part of your foot that is below the ankle",
"source": "MW"
},
"knuckle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) any one of the thick, bony parts (called joints) in your fingers",
"source": "MW"
},
"knuckle:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) showing, experiencing, or causing very strong feelings of fear, anxiety, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"knuckle": {
"def": "(noun) any one of the thick, bony parts (called joints) in your fingers",
"source": "MW"
},
"robe:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long, loose piece of clothing that is worn on top of other clothes to show that someone has a high rank or an important job —often plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"robe": {
"def": "(noun) a long, loose piece of clothing that is worn on top of other clothes to show that someone has a high rank or an important job —often plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"tunic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a loose piece of clothing usually without sleeves that reaches to the knees and that was worn by men and women in ancient Greece and Rome",
"source": "MW"
},
"tunic": {
"def": "(noun) a loose piece of clothing usually without sleeves that reaches to the knees and that was worn by men and women in ancient Greece and Rome",
"source": "MW"
},
"mantle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a loose piece of clothing without sleeves that was worn over other clothes especially in the past : cloak",
"source": "MW"
},
"mantle:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cover or surround (something)—usually used as (be) mantled",
"source": "MW"
},
"mantle": {
"def": "(noun) a loose piece of clothing without sleeves that was worn over other clothes especially in the past : cloak",
"source": "MW"
},
"gauntlet:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a metal glove worn with a suit of armor by soldiers in the Middle Ages",
"source": "MW"
},
"gauntlet": {
"def": "(noun) a situation in which someone is attacked, criticized, questioned, etc., by many people—usually used in the phrase run the gauntlet",
"source": "MW"
},
"profit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a reason for doing something —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"profit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to get an advantage or benefit from something—often + by or from",
"source": "MW"
},
"profit:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not existing or done for the purpose of making a profit : nonprofit",
"source": "MW"
},
"profit": {
"def": "(noun) money that is made in a business, through investing, etc., after all the costs and expenses are paid : a financial gain",
"source": "MW"
},
"benefit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state of not having a job",
"source": "MW"
},
"benefit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be useful or helpful to (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"benefit:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the study of how much money a company earns compared to how much money it spends",
"source": "MW"
},
"benefit": {
"def": "(noun) a good or helpful result or effect",
"source": "MW"
},
"yield:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to produce or provide (something, such as a plant or crop)",
"source": "MW"
},
"yield:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the amount of something that is produced by a plant, farm, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"yield": {
"def": "(verb) to produce or provide (something, such as a plant or crop)",
"source": "MW"
},
"obligation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that you must do because of a law, rule, promise, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"obligation": {
"def": "(noun) something that you must do because of a law, rule, promise, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"section:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a regular, repeated pattern of sounds or movements —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"section:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to divide (something) into parts",
"source": "MW"
},
"section": {
"def": "(noun) one of the parts that form something",
"source": "MW"
},
"verse:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of the main sections of a book",
"source": "MW"
},
"verse": {
"def": "(noun) writing in which words are arranged in a rhythmic pattern : poetry",
"source": "MW"
},
"port:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an occurrence of bad weather in which there is a lot of rain, snow, etc., and often strong winds",
"source": "MW"
},
"port": {
"def": "(noun) a town or city where ships stop to load and unload cargo",
"source": "MW"
},
"dock:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an area at the side of a building where goods are loaded onto and unloaded from vehicles —called also (chiefly British) loading bay",
"source": "MW"
},
"dock:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take away part of (the money that is paid to someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"dock": {
"def": "(noun) an area of water in a port where ships are loaded, unloaded, or repaired",
"source": "MW"
},
"shore:noun": {
"def": "(noun) official permission for a sailor to leave a ship and go onto land for a period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"shore": {
"def": "(noun) the land along the edge of an area of water (such as an ocean, lake, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"enigmatic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) full of mystery and difficult to understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"enigmatic": {
"def": "(adjective) full of mystery and difficult to understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"cryptic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) difficult to understand : having or seeming to have a hidden meaning",
"source": "MW"
},
"cryptic": {
"def": "(adjective) difficult to understand : having or seeming to have a hidden meaning",
"source": "MW"
},
"stratagem:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a trick or plan for deceiving an enemy or for achieving a goal",
"source": "MW"
},
"stratagem": {
"def": "(noun) a trick or plan for deceiving an enemy or for achieving a goal",
"source": "MW"
},
"gambit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a planned series of moves at the beginning of a game of chess",
"source": "MW"
},
"gambit": {
"def": "(noun) a planned series of moves at the beginning of a game of chess",
"source": "MW"
},
"ruse:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a trick or act that is used to fool someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"ruse": {
"def": "(noun) a trick or act that is used to fool someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"recluse:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who lives alone and avoids other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"recluse": {
"def": "(noun) a person who lives alone and avoids other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"hermit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of crab that lives in the empty shell of another animal (such as a snail)",
"source": "MW"
},
"hermit": {
"def": "(noun) a person who lives in a simple way apart from others especially for religious reasons",
"source": "MW"
},
"sage:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an herb that has grayish-green leaves which are used in cooking",
"source": "MW"
},
"sage": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is very wise",
"source": "MW"
},
"oracle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person (such as a priestess) through whom a god was believed to speak",
"source": "MW"
},
"oracle": {
"def": "(noun) a person (such as a priestess) through whom a god was believed to speak",
"source": "MW"
},
"ascetic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or having a strict and simple way of living that avoids physical pleasure",
"source": "MW"
},
"ascetic": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or having a strict and simple way of living that avoids physical pleasure",
"source": "MW"
},
"he:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) —used to refer to a certain man, boy, or male animal as the object of a verb or preposition",
"source": "MW"
},
"he:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a period of 24 hours beginning at midnight : one of the seven time periods that make up a week",
"source": "MW"
},
"he:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to make comparisons —usually used in the phrase as…as —sometimes used in negative phrases with so",
"source": "MW"
},
"he:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to obtain (something): such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"he": {
"def": "(pronoun) that male—used to indicate a male person or animal that is the subject of a verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"him:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) —used to refer to a certain man, boy, or male animal as the object of a verb or preposition",
"source": "MW"
},
"him:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small, hard block of baked clay that is used to build structures (such as houses) and sometimes to make streets, paths, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"him:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something or someone) holy by saying a special prayer",
"source": "MW"
},
"him:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that shows a lack of trust or approval",
"source": "MW"
},
"him": {
"def": "(pronoun) —used to refer to a certain man, boy, or male animal as the object of a verb or preposition",
"source": "MW"
},
"his:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or belonging to a certain man, boy, or male animal : made or done by a certain man, boy, or male animal",
"source": "MW"
},
"his:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) that which belongs to or is connected with him : his one : his ones",
"source": "MW"
},
"his:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a kind of small insect that lives in an organized social group",
"source": "MW"
},
"his:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in opposition to (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"his": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or belonging to a certain man, boy, or male animal : made or done by a certain man, boy, or male animal",
"source": "MW"
},
"himself:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) that same man, boy, or male animal:",
"source": "MW"
},
"himself:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to officially make (something) a place for honoring or remembering a person, event, etc. —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"himself:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the point or area where two lines, edges, or sides of something meet",
"source": "MW"
},
"himself": {
"def": "(pronoun) that same man, boy, or male animal:",
"source": "MW"
},
"she:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) —used to refer to a certain woman, girl, or female animal as the object of a verb or a preposition",
"source": "MW"
},
"she:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an adult male human being",
"source": "MW"
},
"she:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use your voice to express (something) with words",
"source": "MW"
},
"she:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a very small amount or degree",
"source": "MW"
},
"she": {
"def": "(pronoun) that female—used to indicate a female person or animal that is the subject of a verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"her:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or belonging to a certain woman, girl, or female animal : made or done by a certain woman, girl, or female animal —sometimes used figuratively to refer to something thought of as female (such as a ship, car, machine, or country)",
"source": "MW"
},
"her:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) —used to refer to a certain woman, girl, or female animal as the object of a verb or a preposition",
"source": "MW"
},
"her:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act of trying to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"her:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say that you accept or do not deny the truth or existence of (something) : admit",
"source": "MW"
},
"her": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or belonging to a certain woman, girl, or female animal : made or done by a certain woman, girl, or female animal —sometimes used figuratively to refer to something thought of as female (such as a ship, car, machine, or country)",
"source": "MW"
},
"herself:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) that same woman, girl, or female animal:",
"source": "MW"
},
"herself:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have or include (someone or something) as a part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"herself": {
"def": "(pronoun) that same woman, girl, or female animal:",
"source": "MW"
},
"they:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) —used to refer to certain people, animals, or things as the objects of a verb or preposition",
"source": "MW"
},
"they:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a business organization that makes, buys, or sells goods or provides services in exchange for money —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"they:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to come or go down quickly from a high place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"they": {
"def": "(pronoun) those people, animals, or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"them:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) —used to refer to certain people, animals, or things as the objects of a verb or preposition",
"source": "MW"
},
"them:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use your hands to stop and hold (an object that is moving through the air)",
"source": "MW"
},
"them:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a unit of measurement equal to 1/3₆ yard or 1/12 of a foot (2.54 centimeters)",
"source": "MW"
},
"them": {
"def": "(pronoun) —used to refer to certain people, animals, or things as the objects of a verb or preposition",
"source": "MW"
},
"their:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or belonging to certain people, animals, or things : made or done by certain people, animals, or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"their:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in, at, or to a place before (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"their:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long rounded stick that is used to hit the ball in baseball",
"source": "MW"
},
"their": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or belonging to certain people, animals, or things : made or done by certain people, animals, or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"themselves:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) those same people, animals, or things:",
"source": "MW"
},
"themselves:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to change or create (something, such as a book or a film) so that it appeals to a particular group of people or is suitable for a particular group of people—often + to or toward",
"source": "MW"
},
"themselves:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in or through (a group of people or things)",
"source": "MW"
},
"themselves:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that truly exists or happens : something that has actual existence —often used in the phrase the fact that",
"source": "MW"
},
"themselves": {
"def": "(pronoun) those same people, animals, or things:",
"source": "MW"
},
"we:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) —used to refer to the speaker and another person or group of people as the indirect object or direct object of a verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"we:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use your voice to express (something) with words",
"source": "MW"
},
"we:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in this place : at this location —used in speech when something is found",
"source": "MW"
},
"we:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) for fear that—used to say that you do not want something to happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"we:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a king or queen",
"source": "MW"
},
"we": {
"def": "(pronoun) —used to refer to the speaker and another person or group of people as the subject of a verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"us:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) —used to refer to the speaker and another person or group of people as the indirect object or direct object of a verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"us:abbreviation": {
"def": "(abbreviation) United States (of America)",
"source": "MW"
},
"us:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an example of a product that is not yet ready to be sold",
"source": "MW"
},
"us:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move toward someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"us:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in, at, or to any place —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"us:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in the space that separates (two things or people) —often used figuratively —often used in the phrase in between",
"source": "MW"
},
"us:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or located on a continent",
"source": "MW"
},
"us": {
"def": "(pronoun) —used to refer to the speaker and another person or group of people as the indirect object or direct object of a verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"our:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or belonging to us : made or done by us",
"source": "MW"
},
"our:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or power of carefully thinking about, listening to, or watching someone or something —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"our:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to come with (something or someone) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"our:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) on or to the farther part or side of (something) : at a greater distance than (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"our": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or belonging to us : made or done by us",
"source": "MW"
},
"ourselves:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) those same ones that we are:",
"source": "MW"
},
"ourselves:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in the space that separates (two things or people) —often used figuratively —often used in the phrase in between",
"source": "MW"
},
"ourselves:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stop or prevent an increase in (something) : to keep (something) from becoming greater",
"source": "MW"
},
"ourselves": {
"def": "(pronoun) those same ones that we are:",
"source": "MW"
},
"you:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) —used mainly in speech in the Southern U.S. to address two or more people",
"source": "MW"
},
"you:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the body above the legs that is used for sitting : buttocks",
"source": "MW"
},
"you:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe a system of payment in which bills are paid when they are due or goods and services are paid for when they are bought",
"source": "MW"
},
"you:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) at a time following (something or someone) : later than (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"you:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a circle",
"source": "MW"
},
"you:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say or write something to someone as a way of gaining information : to request an answer to a question —often + about —often + if or whether —often + why, what, etc. —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"you": {
"def": "(pronoun) —used to refer to the person or group of people that is being addressed as the subject of a verb or as the object of a verb or preposition",
"source": "MW"
},
"your:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very direct and forceful : very aggressive",
"source": "MW"
},
"your:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the amount of time during which a person or animal has lived —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"your:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do something : to take action",
"source": "MW"
},
"your": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or belonging to you : made or done by you",
"source": "MW"
},
"yourself:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) the person that is being addressed:",
"source": "MW"
},
"yourself:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to work (such as fixing or building something) that you do yourself instead of hiring someone to do it",
"source": "MW"
},
"yourself:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to write on an envelope, package, letter, etc., the name and address of the person or business it is being sent to",
"source": "MW"
},
"yourself:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in or to a higher place than (something) : over",
"source": "MW"
},
"yourself:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the invisible mixture of gases (such as nitrogen and oxygen) that surrounds the Earth and that people and animals breathe",
"source": "MW"
},
"yourself": {
"def": "(pronoun) the person that is being addressed:",
"source": "MW"
},
"yourselves:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) those ones that are you:",
"source": "MW"
},
"yourselves": {
"def": "(pronoun) those ones that are you:",
"source": "MW"
},
"i:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ninth letter of the English alphabet",
"source": "MW"
},
"i:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) the entire number, quantity, or amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"i:abbreviation": {
"def": "(abbreviation) island, isle",
"source": "MW"
},
"i:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) certain : ensure",
"source": "MW"
},
"i:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to make comparisons —usually used in the phrase as…as —sometimes used in negative phrases with so",
"source": "MW"
},
"i": {
"def": "(noun) the ninth letter of the English alphabet",
"source": "MW"
},
"me:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) —used to refer to the speaker as the indirect object or direct object of a verb —used to refer to the speaker as the object of a preposition",
"source": "MW"
},
"me:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a drink) that makes you feel better and more lively",
"source": "MW"
},
"me:abbreviation": {
"def": "(abbreviation) medical examiner",
"source": "MW"
},
"me:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) owned or used by someone else before you : secondhand—used especially of clothing —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"me:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say or write something to someone as a way of gaining information : to request an answer to a question —often + about —often + if or whether —often + why, what, etc. —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"me": {
"def": "(pronoun) —used to refer to the speaker as the indirect object or direct object of a verb —used to refer to the speaker as the object of a preposition",
"source": "MW"
},
"my:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or belonging to me : made or done by me",
"source": "MW"
},
"my:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a ticket or piece of paper used to vote in an election",
"source": "MW"
},
"my:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in opposition to (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"my": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or belonging to me : made or done by me",
"source": "MW"
},
"myself:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) the person who is speaking or writing:",
"source": "MW"
},
"myself:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something, such as a tax, fine, rule, or punishment) to affect someone or something by using your authority —usually + on or upon",
"source": "MW"
},
"myself:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a foolish, stupid, or stubborn person",
"source": "MW"
},
"myself:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very obvious : not causing or allowing doubt —sometimes used in spoken phrases that express anger",
"source": "MW"
},
"myself": {
"def": "(pronoun) the person who is speaking or writing:",
"source": "MW"
},
"it:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) that one just mentioned—used to refer to an object or substance —used to refer to a living thing whose sex is unknown or is being ignored —used to refer to an idea, quality, emotion, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"it:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who talks and behaves like someone who knows everything —often used before another noun —called also (British) know-all",
"source": "MW"
},
"it:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to work (such as fixing or building something) that you do yourself instead of hiring someone to do it",
"source": "MW"
},
"it:trademark": {
"def": "(trademark) —used for a small, colored slip of paper with a sticky edge",
"source": "MW"
},
"it:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) without help from anyone or anything else",
"source": "MW"
},
"it:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in opposition to (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"it:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to understand the worth or importance of (something or someone) : to admire and value (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"it:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to make comparisons —usually used in the phrase as…as —sometimes used in negative phrases with so",
"source": "MW"
},
"it": {
"def": "(pronoun) that one just mentioned—used to refer to an object or substance —used to refer to a living thing whose sex is unknown or is being ignored —used to refer to an idea, quality, emotion, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"its:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not able or likely to be hurt or harmed in any way : not in danger",
"source": "MW"
},
"its:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act of using the telephone : an act of calling someone on the telephone",
"source": "MW"
},
"its:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to indicate the place where someone or something is",
"source": "MW"
},
"its:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to break open or into pieces in a sudden and violent way",
"source": "MW"
},
"its": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or belonging to a certain thing, animal, etc. : made or done by a certain thing, animal, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"itself:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) that same one:",
"source": "MW"
},
"itself:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to send or shoot (something, such as a rocket) into the air or water or into outer space",
"source": "MW"
},
"itself:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the study of past events",
"source": "MW"
},
"itself": {
"def": "(pronoun) that same one:",
"source": "MW"
},
"who:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) any person : anybody",
"source": "MW"
},
"who:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an intense and dangerous fire",
"source": "MW"
},
"who:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to add (people or things) together to find the total number —often + up",
"source": "MW"
},
"who": {
"def": "(pronoun) what or which person or people—used when you do not know the name or identity of a person or group of people that you are talking about or asking about",
"source": "MW"
},
"what:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) —used to ask for information about someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"what:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to ask someone to indicate the identity or nature of someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"what:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in what way",
"source": "MW"
},
"what:noun": {
"def": "(noun) —used in speech to refer to something that is not named but is known to both the hearer and speaker",
"source": "MW"
},
"what:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to indicate the object of a thought, feeling, or action",
"source": "MW"
},
"what": {
"def": "(pronoun) —used to ask for information about someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"which:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) including each person or thing in a group or series",
"source": "MW"
},
"which:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) what one or ones out of a group—used to indicate or ask what is being shown, pointed to, or mentioned",
"source": "MW"
},
"which:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an idea that you try to make other people accept or understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"which:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have (information of some kind) in your mind —often + how, why, where, etc. —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"which:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) belonging to, relating to, or connected with (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"which": {
"def": "(adjective) what one or ones of a group : what particular one or ones—used to indicate what is being shown, pointed to, or mentioned",
"source": "MW"
},
"whose:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used in questions to ask who owns something, has something, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"whose:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) that or those belonging to a person",
"source": "MW"
},
"whose:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place, space, or direction that is away from or beyond the center of something —often used with on or to",
"source": "MW"
},
"whose": {
"def": "(adjective) —used in questions to ask who owns something, has something, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"whom:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) —used in formal writing or speech",
"source": "MW"
},
"whom:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to relate to (something or someone) : to be about (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"whom": {
"def": "(pronoun) —used in formal writing or speech",
"source": "MW"
},
"father:noun": {
"def": "(noun) —used to refer to the Pope",
"source": "MW"
},
"father:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become the father of (a child) : to make a woman pregnant so that she gives birth to (a child)",
"source": "MW"
},
"father": {
"def": "(noun) a male parent",
"source": "MW"
},
"mother:noun": {
"def": "(noun) —used to refer to the natural world as if it were a woman",
"source": "MW"
},
"mother:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give birth to (a child)",
"source": "MW"
},
"mother": {
"def": "(noun) a female parent",
"source": "MW"
},
"son:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a male parent",
"source": "MW"
},
"son:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) similar to (something or someone) —used with what in phrases that ask about or refer to the qualities of a person or thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"son:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) carelessly and foolishly spending money, time, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"son": {
"def": "(noun) a male child —sometimes used figuratively —sometimes used by an older person to address a younger man or a boy",
"source": "MW"
},
"daughter:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the wife of your son",
"source": "MW"
},
"daughter:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) carelessly and foolishly spending money, time, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"daughter": {
"def": "(noun) a female child",
"source": "MW"
},
"brother:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a gun or other weapon that is used especially in a war—usually plural —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"brother:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) small in size",
"source": "MW"
},
"brother": {
"def": "(noun) a boy or man who has one or both of the same parents as you",
"source": "MW"
},
"sister:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a gun or other weapon that is used especially in a war—usually plural —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"sister:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) small in size",
"source": "MW"
},
"sister": {
"def": "(noun) a girl or woman who has one or both of the same parents as you",
"source": "MW"
},
"child:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a child who has a particular disease and is shown in posters to raise money to help fight that disease",
"source": "MW"
},
"child": {
"def": "(noun) a young person —often used before another noun.",
"source": "MW"
},
"baby:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the speech used by very young children who are learning to talk or by adults who are speaking to young children",
"source": "MW"
},
"baby:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very small : much smaller than usual",
"source": "MW"
},
"baby:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to treat (someone) like a baby : to be kind or too kind to (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"baby": {
"def": "(noun) a very young child —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"boy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an older male student in a British school who is chosen to have special duties and to represent the school",
"source": "MW"
},
"boy:interjection": {
"def": "(interjection) —used as a way to express surprise or enthusiasm",
"source": "MW"
},
"boy": {
"def": "(noun) a male child",
"source": "MW"
},
"girl:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a young girl who carries flowers at a wedding",
"source": "MW"
},
"girl": {
"def": "(noun) a female child",
"source": "MW"
},
"man:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a man who writes or who knows a lot about novels, poems, etc. : a literary man",
"source": "MW"
},
"man:interjection": {
"def": "(interjection) —used to express excitement, surprise, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"man:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be the person who controls or is in charge of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"man:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made by people rather than by nature",
"source": "MW"
},
"man": {
"def": "(noun) an adult male human being",
"source": "MW"
},
"woman:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a woman whose job is to clean offices or houses —called also cleaning woman",
"source": "MW"
},
"woman:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made, sent, or provided at an early time",
"source": "MW"
},
"woman": {
"def": "(noun) an adult female human being —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"person:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a set of words or forms (such as pronouns or verb forms) that refer to people or things that the speaker or writer is not addressing directly—often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"person:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) involving two people or going directly from one person to another person",
"source": "MW"
},
"person:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to decorate or add beauty to (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"person": {
"def": "(noun) a human being —sometimes used in compounds to avoid using man or woman",
"source": "MW"
},
"family:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large, informal room in a family's house that is designed as a place for children and parents to spend time playing and relaxing",
"source": "MW"
},
"family:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a family",
"source": "MW"
},
"family": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people who are related to each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"parent:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the natural father or mother of a child who has been adopted",
"source": "MW"
},
"parent": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is a father or mother : a person who has a child",
"source": "MW"
},
"husband:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a married woman : the woman someone is married to",
"source": "MW"
},
"husband:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to carry or move (something) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"husband": {
"def": "(noun) a married man : the man someone is married to",
"source": "MW"
},
"wife:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a married man : the man someone is married to",
"source": "MW"
},
"wife:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to carry or move (something) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"wife": {
"def": "(noun) a married woman : the woman someone is married to",
"source": "MW"
},
"grandfather:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a part of a law which says that the law does not apply to certain people and things because of conditions that existed before the law was passed",
"source": "MW"
},
"grandfather": {
"def": "(noun) the father of your father or mother",
"source": "MW"
},
"grandmother:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the mother of your father or mother",
"source": "MW"
},
"grandmother": {
"def": "(noun) the mother of your father or mother",
"source": "MW"
},
"uncle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a black person who is eager to win the approval of white people and willing to cooperate with them",
"source": "MW"
},
"uncle:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use your voice to express (something) with words",
"source": "MW"
},
"uncle": {
"def": "(noun) the brother of your father or mother or the husband of your aunt",
"source": "MW"
},
"aunt:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who writes an agony column",
"source": "MW"
},
"aunt:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not married",
"source": "MW"
},
"aunt": {
"def": "(noun) the sister of your father or mother or the wife of your uncle",
"source": "MW"
},
"body:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an unpleasant smell from the body of a person who has been sweating or is not clean—abbr. BO",
"source": "MW"
},
"body": {
"def": "(noun) a person's or animal's whole physical self —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"head:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an advantage given to someone at the beginning of a race",
"source": "MW"
},
"head:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be the leader of (something) —often + up",
"source": "MW"
},
"head:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) with the head or front hitting first",
"source": "MW"
},
"head": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the body containing the brain, eyes, ears, nose, and mouth",
"source": "MW"
},
"face:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of turning to face in the opposite direction",
"source": "MW"
},
"face:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stand or sit with your face and body turned toward (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"face:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done to keep someone from looking foolish",
"source": "MW"
},
"face": {
"def": "(noun) the front part of the head that has the eyes, nose, and mouth on it",
"source": "MW"
},
"hand:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a puppet that fits over your hand like a glove and is moved by the fingers and hand of its wearer —called also (British) glove puppet",
"source": "MW"
},
"hand:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give (something) to someone using your hands",
"source": "MW"
},
"hand:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) involving physical contact between people—used to describe fighting that is done with the hands or with knives, clubs, etc., instead of guns, arrows, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"hand": {
"def": "(noun) the body part at the end of your arm that includes your fingers and thumb",
"source": "MW"
},
"eye:noun": {
"def": "(noun) either one of the hollow places in the skull that hold the eyeballs",
"source": "MW"
},
"eye:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to watch or look at (someone or something) in a very close or careful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"eye:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very noticeable because of being unusual or attractive",
"source": "MW"
},
"eye": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the body that you see with",
"source": "MW"
},
"ear:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a lack of ability to hear something (such as music or speech) in an accurate and sensitive way",
"source": "MW"
},
"ear:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use force to cause (something, such as a wire or pipe) to become curved",
"source": "MW"
},
"ear": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the body that you hear with",
"source": "MW"
},
"nose:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large nose that curves outward at the top",
"source": "MW"
},
"nose:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to drop suddenly or sharply",
"source": "MW"
},
"nose": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the face or head through which a person or animal smells and breathes",
"source": "MW"
},
"mouth:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the area directly in front of the goal in soccer, hockey, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"mouth:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say bad things about (someone or something) : to criticize (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"mouth:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a very delicious taste or appealing smell",
"source": "MW"
},
"mouth": {
"def": "(noun) the opening through which food passes into the body : the part of the face that includes the lips and the opening behind them",
"source": "MW"
},
"lip:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a split in the upper lip that some people are born with",
"source": "MW"
},
"lip:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to twist or form (something) into a round or curved shape",
"source": "MW"
},
"lip:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) difficult to bend or move",
"source": "MW"
},
"lip": {
"def": "(noun) either one of the two soft parts that surround the mouth",
"source": "MW"
},
"arm:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of pushing another player away from you with the palm of your hand while your arm is fully extended —called also stiff-arm",
"source": "MW"
},
"arm:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to accept the danger of (doing something) : risk",
"source": "MW"
},
"arm:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) using force or threats to make someone do what is wanted",
"source": "MW"
},
"arm": {
"def": "(noun) either one of the two long body parts that join the top of your body at the shoulder and that end at the hand or wrist",
"source": "MW"
},
"leg:noun": {
"def": "(noun) either one of the two long body parts that join the top of your body at the shoulder and that end at the hand or wrist",
"source": "MW"
},
"leg:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be in an upright position with all of your weight on your feet",
"source": "MW"
},
"leg": {
"def": "(noun) one of the long body parts that are used especially for standing, walking, and running",
"source": "MW"
},
"foot:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a document that says how much money you owe for something you have bought or used",
"source": "MW"
},
"foot": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the leg on which an animal or person stands and moves : the part of the leg below the ankle —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"back:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the pages at the end of a book following the main part",
"source": "MW"
},
"back:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) toward the back and then toward the front : backward and forward",
"source": "MW"
},
"back:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the back : located at the back",
"source": "MW"
},
"back:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give help to (someone) : support",
"source": "MW"
},
"back": {
"def": "(noun) the rear part of the body : the part of the body that is opposite to the stomach and chest and that goes from the neck to the top of the legs",
"source": "MW"
},
"shoulder:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small piece that has been broken off from something larger",
"source": "MW"
},
"shoulder:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to deal with or accept (something) as your responsibility or duty",
"source": "MW"
},
"shoulder:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) reaching your shoulders",
"source": "MW"
},
"shoulder": {
"def": "(noun) the part of your body where your arm is connected —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"finger:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the long finger that is the middle one of the five fingers of the hand",
"source": "MW"
},
"finger:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to paint a picture using only your hands or fingers instead of a brush",
"source": "MW"
},
"finger": {
"def": "(noun) one of the five long parts of the hand that are used for holding things; especially : one of the four that are not the thumb",
"source": "MW"
},
"thumb:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a statement that tells you what is or is not allowed in a particular game, situation, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"thumb:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to push (something usually sharp or pointed) into something",
"source": "MW"
},
"thumb:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or affected by pain : painful",
"source": "MW"
},
"thumb": {
"def": "(noun) the short, thick finger on the side of your hand",
"source": "MW"
},
"toe:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long narrow mark on a surface",
"source": "MW"
},
"toe:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put out (a cigarette) by pressing it down against something—usually + out",
"source": "MW"
},
"toe:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to describe a fight in which two people stand close together facing each other —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"toe": {
"def": "(noun) one of the five separate parts at the end of your foot",
"source": "MW"
},
"knee:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a female parent",
"source": "MW"
},
"knee:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use force to cause (something, such as a wire or pipe) to become curved",
"source": "MW"
},
"knee:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) reaching the knees",
"source": "MW"
},
"knee": {
"def": "(noun) the joint that bends at the middle of your leg",
"source": "MW"
},
"chest:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small piece of stiff paper that is marked with symbols or pictures to show its value, comes in a set, and is used for playing games (such as poker) —called also playing card",
"source": "MW"
},
"chest:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, for, or relating to toys",
"source": "MW"
},
"chest": {
"def": "(noun) a container (such as a box or case) for holding things or moving them from place to place",
"source": "MW"
},
"neck:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large white ocean bird that has very long wings",
"source": "MW"
},
"neck:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move air into and out of your lungs : to inhale and exhale",
"source": "MW"
},
"neck:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) no longer alive or living : no longer having life",
"source": "MW"
},
"neck": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the body between the head and the shoulders",
"source": "MW"
},
"skin:noun": {
"def": "(noun) any one of the hard pieces that form the frame (called a skeleton) inside a person's or animal's body —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"skin:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move slowly with the body close to the ground",
"source": "MW"
},
"skin:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having life : living : not dead",
"source": "MW"
},
"skin": {
"def": "(noun) the natural outer layer of tissue that covers the body of a person or animal",
"source": "MW"
},
"bone:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a thick piece of beef that contains a T-shaped bone —called also T-bone steak",
"source": "MW"
},
"bone:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to remove the bones from (a fish or meat) : debone",
"source": "MW"
},
"bone:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) extremely or very : completely or totally —often used in combination",
"source": "MW"
},
"bone:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing strong feelings of fear, terror, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"bone": {
"def": "(noun) any one of the hard pieces that form the frame (called a skeleton) inside a person's or animal's body —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"blood:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the normal temperature of the human body",
"source": "MW"
},
"blood": {
"def": "(noun) the red liquid that flows through the bodies of people and animals",
"source": "MW"
},
"hair:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of animal that is often kept as a pet or trained to work for people by guarding buildings, hunting, etc. —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"hair:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) becoming angry very easily",
"source": "MW"
},
"hair:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to twist or form (something) into a round or curved shape",
"source": "MW"
},
"hair": {
"def": "(noun) a thin threadlike growth from the skin of a person or animal",
"source": "MW"
},
"heart:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a U.S. military award that is given to a soldier who is wounded or killed in battle",
"source": "MW"
},
"heart:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done by stopping the heart from beating for a period of time, opening the heart, and repairing damage",
"source": "MW"
},
"heart": {
"def": "(noun) the organ in your chest that pumps blood through your veins and arteries —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"stomach:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a hole in the ground usually made by digging",
"source": "MW"
},
"stomach:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to lift or pull (something) with effort —usually + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"stomach:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having great physical power and ability : having a lot of strength",
"source": "MW"
},
"stomach": {
"def": "(noun) the organ in your body where food goes and begins to be digested after you swallow it —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"brain:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an idea that someone thinks of suddenly—usually singular —called also (chiefly British) brain wave",
"source": "MW"
},
"brain:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to choose or select (someone or something) from a group",
"source": "MW"
},
"brain:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) showing no sign of activity in the brain : having no brain function",
"source": "MW"
},
"brain": {
"def": "(noun) the organ of the body in the head that controls functions, movements, sensations, and thoughts —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"sky:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a point beyond which it is not possible to go",
"source": "MW"
},
"sky:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely high",
"source": "MW"
},
"sky:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to a very high degree, level, or amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"sky": {
"def": "(noun) the space over the Earth where the sun, moon, stars, and clouds appear",
"source": "MW"
},
"sun:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a hat that you wear to protect your head and neck from the sun",
"source": "MW"
},
"sun:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to sit or lie in the light of the sun especially in order to make your skin darker",
"source": "MW"
},
"sun:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having an attractive color because of having been in the sun",
"source": "MW"
},
"sun": {
"def": "(noun) the star that the Earth moves around and that gives the Earth heat and light",
"source": "MW"
},
"moon:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the moon when it is completely dark",
"source": "MW"
},
"moon:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause a bullet, arrow, etc., to move forward with great force from a weapon",
"source": "MW"
},
"moon:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) one time only",
"source": "MW"
},
"moon": {
"def": "(noun) the large round object that circles the Earth and that shines at night by reflecting light from the sun",
"source": "MW"
},
"star:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a U.S. military award —called also Bronze Star Medal",
"source": "MW"
},
"star:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to play the most important role in a movie, play, etc.—usually + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"star:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) including mostly or only performers who are famous or very skillful",
"source": "MW"
},
"star": {
"def": "(noun) any one of the objects in space that are made of burning gas and that look like points of light in the night sky",
"source": "MW"
},
"cloud:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the number 9",
"source": "MW"
},
"cloud:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to throw or move (something) in a forceful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"cloud:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having very little or no light",
"source": "MW"
},
"cloud": {
"def": "(noun) a white or gray mass in the sky that is made of many very small drops of water",
"source": "MW"
},
"rain:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of animal that is often kept as a pet or trained to work for people by guarding buildings, hunting, etc. —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"rain:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move toward someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"rain": {
"def": "(noun) water that falls in drops from clouds in the sky",
"source": "MW"
},
"snow:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a special tire that is used to give a vehicle better control when you are driving on snow and ice",
"source": "MW"
},
"snow:verb": {
"def": "(verb) —used with it to say that snow is falling",
"source": "MW"
},
"snow:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) white as snow : completely white",
"source": "MW"
},
"snow": {
"def": "(noun) soft, white pieces of frozen water that fall to the ground from the sky in cold weather",
"source": "MW"
},
"wind:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a wind that blows almost constantly to the west and towards the equator—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"wind:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to separate (something) into parts or pieces often in a sudden and forceful or violent way",
"source": "MW"
},
"wind": {
"def": "(noun) a natural movement of air outside",
"source": "MW"
},
"storm:noun": {
"def": "(noun) electrical storm",
"source": "MW"
},
"storm:verb": {
"def": "(verb) —used with it to say that a storm (sense 1) is happening",
"source": "MW"
},
"storm": {
"def": "(noun) an occurrence of bad weather in which there is a lot of rain, snow, etc., and often strong winds",
"source": "MW"
},
"water:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a room containing a toilet—abbr. WC",
"source": "MW"
},
"water:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to pour water on (something, such as a plant)",
"source": "MW"
},
"water": {
"def": "(noun) the clear liquid that has no color, taste, or smell, that falls from clouds as rain, that forms streams, lakes, and seas, and that is used for drinking, washing, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"fire:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a truck that has equipment for putting out fires —called also (US) fire truck",
"source": "MW"
},
"fire:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to shoot a weapon —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"fire:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to produce a stream of fire from the mouth",
"source": "MW"
},
"fire": {
"def": "(noun) the light and heat and especially the flame produced by burning",
"source": "MW"
},
"earth:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a point that marks the limit of something : the point at which something no longer continues to happen or exist",
"source": "MW"
},
"earth:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe a military policy in which all the houses, crops, factories, etc., in an area are destroyed so that an enemy cannot use them",
"source": "MW"
},
"earth": {
"def": "(noun) the planet on which we live",
"source": "MW"
},
"stone:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an imaginary substance that people in the past believed had the power to change other metals into gold",
"source": "MW"
},
"stone:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to throw stones at (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"stone:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) completely or totally",
"source": "MW"
},
"stone:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) ground by being crushed between two large stones (called millstones)",
"source": "MW"
},
"stone": {
"def": "(noun) a hard substance that comes from the ground and is used for building, carving, etc. —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"rock:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move (someone or something) back and forth or from side to side",
"source": "MW"
},
"rock:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a garden in which plants grow between rocks —called also (chiefly British) rockery",
"source": "MW"
},
"rock": {
"def": "(verb) to move (someone or something) back and forth or from side to side",
"source": "MW"
},
"sand:noun": {
"def": "(noun) sadomasochism",
"source": "MW"
},
"sand:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make the surface of something smooth by rubbing it with sandpaper —often + down",
"source": "MW"
},
"sand": {
"def": "(noun) the very tiny, loose pieces of rock that cover beaches, deserts, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"mud:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a word or phrase that refers to or that can refer to a specific person",
"source": "MW"
},
"mud:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very obvious : not causing or allowing doubt —sometimes used in spoken phrases that express anger",
"source": "MW"
},
"mud:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to pull (someone or something that is heavy or difficult to move) —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"mud": {
"def": "(noun) soft, wet dirt",
"source": "MW"
},
"ice:noun": {
"def": "(noun) fishing that is done in winter through a hole that is cut in the ice on a lake, pond, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"ice:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) cold with ice",
"source": "MW"
},
"ice": {
"def": "(noun) frozen water",
"source": "MW"
},
"air:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of a country's military forces that fights with airplanes —usually capitalized when a specific air force is being referred to",
"source": "MW"
},
"air:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to dry something by placing it in an open area where there is a lot of moving air",
"source": "MW"
},
"air": {
"def": "(noun) the invisible mixture of gases (such as nitrogen and oxygen) that surrounds the Earth and that people and animals breathe",
"source": "MW"
},
"tree:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a drawing or chart that shows how the different members of a family are related to each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"tree:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having trees on both sides",
"source": "MW"
},
"tree": {
"def": "(noun) a usually tall plant that has a thick, wooden stem and many large branches",
"source": "MW"
},
"flower:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the belief that war is wrong and that people should love each other and lead peaceful lives—used especially to refer to the beliefs and culture of young people (called hippies) in the 1960s and 1970s",
"source": "MW"
},
"flower:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use a sharp tool (such as a knife) to open or divide (something, such as paper or wood) —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"flower": {
"def": "(noun) the part of a plant that is often brightly colored, that usually lasts a short time, and from which the seed or fruit develops —sometimes used figuratively.",
"source": "MW"
},
"grass:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an animal that has a long, thin body and no arms or legs",
"source": "MW"
},
"grass:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to allow or permit (someone or something) to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"grass": {
"def": "(noun) plants that have narrow green leaves, that are eaten by cows, sheep, horses, etc., and that are commonly grown on lawns and in gardens —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"leaf:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small plant that has usually three leaves on each stem and that usually has round flowers that are white, red, or purple",
"source": "MW"
},
"leaf:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not old : recently born, built, or created",
"source": "MW"
},
"leaf:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move sometimes violently back and forth or up and down with short, quick movements",
"source": "MW"
},
"leaf": {
"def": "(noun) one of the flat and typically green parts of a plant that grow from a stem or twig",
"source": "MW"
},
"wood:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a usually tall plant that has a thick, wooden stem and many large branches",
"source": "MW"
},
"wood:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made of wood : wooden",
"source": "MW"
},
"wood:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put your hand, fingers, etc., on someone or something —usually used in negative statements",
"source": "MW"
},
"wood": {
"def": "(noun) the hard substance that makes up the stems and branches of trees and shrubs",
"source": "MW"
},
"mountain:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large brownish cat that was once common in North and South America —called also mountain lion, puma",
"source": "MW"
},
"mountain:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to build, create, or produce (something) by work or effort —often followed by with to describe the things that are used to produce something —often followed by of to describe the material that forms something —often followed by from to describe the source of a product",
"source": "MW"
},
"mountain": {
"def": "(noun) an area of land that rises very high above the land around it and that is higher than a hill",
"source": "MW"
},
"hill:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a hill or part of hill that is not very steep and that is used by people who are learning how to ski —called also bunny hill, nursery slope",
"source": "MW"
},
"hill": {
"def": "(noun) a usually rounded area of land that is higher than the land around it but that is not as high as a mountain",
"source": "MW"
},
"river:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large natural flow of water that crosses an area of land and goes into an ocean, a lake, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"river:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to exchange (something) for money",
"source": "MW"
},
"river": {
"def": "(noun) a large natural flow of water that crosses an area of land and goes into an ocean, a lake, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"lake:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large area of water that is surrounded by land —often used in names",
"source": "MW"
},
"lake": {
"def": "(noun) a large area of water that is surrounded by land —often used in names",
"source": "MW"
},
"sea:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a route that ships regularly take across the sea",
"source": "MW"
},
"sea": {
"def": "(noun) the salt water that covers much of the Earth's surface —often used with the —often used before another noun (literary)",
"source": "MW"
},
"forest:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a usually tall plant that has a thick, wooden stem and many large branches",
"source": "MW"
},
"forest:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to notice or become aware of (someone or something) by using your eyes",
"source": "MW"
},
"forest": {
"def": "(noun) a thick growth of trees and bushes that covers a large area —often used before another noun —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"field:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large building that is used for athletic events and that usually has seats for spectators",
"source": "MW"
},
"field:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to catch or stop and throw a ball; also : to play (a position) on a baseball team",
"source": "MW"
},
"field": {
"def": "(noun) an open area of land without trees or buildings",
"source": "MW"
},
"ground:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the floor of a building that is at ground level —called also (US) first floor",
"source": "MW"
},
"ground:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to crush or break (something) into very small pieces by rubbing it against a rough surface or using a special machine",
"source": "MW"
},
"ground:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) occurring or lying at or near the ground",
"source": "MW"
},
"ground": {
"def": "(noun) the surface of the earth",
"source": "MW"
},
"land:noun": {
"def": "(noun) lay of the land",
"source": "MW"
},
"land:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to land (an airplane, helicopter, etc.) in an unusual way because of an emergency",
"source": "MW"
},
"land": {
"def": "(noun) the solid part of the surface of the Earth : an area of ground —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"soil:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a mixture of dirt and other substances that people use when placing plants in pots",
"source": "MW"
},
"soil:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) dirty —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"soil": {
"def": "(noun) the top layer of earth in which plants grow",
"source": "MW"
},
"path:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an area of ground where plants (such as flowers or vegetables) are grown",
"source": "MW"
},
"path:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to guide someone to a place especially by going in front —often + to —often used as (be) led —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"path:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) smallest in amount or degree",
"source": "MW"
},
"path": {
"def": "(noun) a track that is made by people or animals walking over the ground",
"source": "MW"
},
"road:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a road with a hard dirt surface : an unpaved road",
"source": "MW"
},
"road": {
"def": "(noun) a hard flat surface for vehicles, people, and animals to travel on —often used in names",
"source": "MW"
},
"bridge:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large hollow container filled with air that is used to make a structure (such as a boat, airplane, or bridge) float on top of water",
"source": "MW"
},
"bridge:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go from one side of (something) to the other : to go across (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"bridge": {
"def": "(noun) a structure built over something (such as a river) so that people or vehicles can get across",
"source": "MW"
},
"valley:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long, steep valley formed when two parallel rifts form in the Earth's crust and the land between them sinks",
"source": "MW"
},
"valley": {
"def": "(noun) an area of low land between hills or mountains",
"source": "MW"
},
"horse:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to make good judgments or decisions : common sense",
"source": "MW"
},
"horse:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) pulled by a horse or by a group of horses",
"source": "MW"
},
"horse": {
"def": "(noun) a large animal that is used for riding and for carrying and pulling things —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"dog:noun": {
"def": "(noun) dogcatcher",
"source": "MW"
},
"dog:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to swim like a dog with your head above water and your arms and legs paddling under the water",
"source": "MW"
},
"dog:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very tired : exhausted",
"source": "MW"
},
"dog": {
"def": "(noun) a type of animal that is often kept as a pet or trained to work for people by guarding buildings, hunting, etc. —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"cat:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a cat that is kept as a pet",
"source": "MW"
},
"cat": {
"def": "(noun) a small animal that is related to lions and tigers and that is often kept by people as a pet —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"bird:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a plant that has stems of wood and is smaller than a tree",
"source": "MW"
},
"bird": {
"def": "(noun) an animal that has wings and is covered with feathers",
"source": "MW"
},
"fish:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long and thin piece of fish that is breaded and cooked",
"source": "MW"
},
"fish:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to catch or try to catch fish",
"source": "MW"
},
"fish": {
"def": "(noun) a cold-blooded animal that lives in water, breathes with gills, and usually has fins and scales",
"source": "MW"
},
"bear:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large white bear that lives near the North Pole",
"source": "MW"
},
"bear:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to accept or endure (something) —usually used in questions and negative statements with can, can't, could, and couldn't (US)—+ for",
"source": "MW"
},
"bear": {
"def": "(noun) any one of a group of large and heavy animals that have thick hair and sharp claws and that can stand on two legs like a person —sometimes used figuratively to describe a large man",
"source": "MW"
},
"wolf:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an animal with a thick woolly coat that is often raised for meat or for its wool and skin",
"source": "MW"
},
"wolf:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to produce tears from your eyes often while making loud sounds because of pain, sorrow, or other strong emotions",
"source": "MW"
},
"wolf": {
"def": "(noun) a large wild animal that is similar to a dog and that often hunts in groups",
"source": "MW"
},
"deer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large kind of North American deer with big antlers",
"source": "MW"
},
"deer": {
"def": "(noun) a large wild animal that has four long thin legs, brown fur, and antlers if male",
"source": "MW"
},
"rabbit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) melted cheese served on toast or crackers —called also Welsh rabbit",
"source": "MW"
},
"rabbit": {
"def": "(noun) a small animal that usually lives in holes in the ground and has long ears, soft fur, and back legs that are longer than its front legs",
"source": "MW"
},
"cow:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone or something that has been accepted or respected for a long time and that people are afraid or unwilling to criticize or question",
"source": "MW"
},
"cow:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) too afraid to do something : intimidate",
"source": "MW"
},
"cow:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) connected to a god or a religion",
"source": "MW"
},
"cow": {
"def": "(noun) a large animal that is raised by people for milk or meat usually on a farm; especially : the adult female of this animal",
"source": "MW"
},
"pig:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a quick push with your finger or with something thin or pointed—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"pig": {
"def": "(noun) an animal that has a fat body with short legs, a small tail, and a wide nose and that is raised on a farm or lives in the wild",
"source": "MW"
},
"sheep:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large wild animal that is similar to a dog and that often hunts in groups",
"source": "MW"
},
"sheep:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (two or more people or things) to stop being together, joined, or connected : to make (people or things) separate",
"source": "MW"
},
"sheep": {
"def": "(noun) an animal with a thick woolly coat that is often raised for meat or for its wool and skin",
"source": "MW"
},
"lion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the third month of the year —abbr. Mar.",
"source": "MW"
},
"lion": {
"def": "(noun) a large wild cat that has golden brown fur and that lives mainly in Africa",
"source": "MW"
},
"tiger:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of large cat that lived in very ancient times and had long, curved teeth —called also saber-toothed cat",
"source": "MW"
},
"tiger": {
"def": "(noun) a large, wild cat that has a coat of usually yellow or orange fur and black stripes and that lives in Asia",
"source": "MW"
},
"eagle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very large bird that lives in the northern parts of the world and that is dark brown with yellow feathers on the back of its head and neck",
"source": "MW"
},
"eagle:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to score an eagle on (a hole in golf)",
"source": "MW"
},
"eagle": {
"def": "(noun) a large bird that has very good eyesight and that kills other birds and animals for food",
"source": "MW"
},
"snake:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a harmless American snake that has stripes along its back",
"source": "MW"
},
"snake:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move like a snake : to follow a twisting path with many turns",
"source": "MW"
},
"snake": {
"def": "(noun) an animal that has a long, thin body and no arms or legs",
"source": "MW"
},
"dragon:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone or something that is boring, annoying, or disappointing",
"source": "MW"
},
"dragon:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to pull (someone or something that is heavy or difficult to move) —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"dragon": {
"def": "(noun) an imaginary animal that can breathe out fire and looks like a very large lizard with wings, a long tail, and large claws",
"source": "MW"
},
"house:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a structure built by balancing playing cards on top of each other—often used figuratively to describe something (such as a plan) that is weak and can fail easily",
"source": "MW"
},
"house:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to provide shelter or a living space for (someone) —often used as (be) housed",
"source": "MW"
},
"house": {
"def": "(noun) a building in which a family lives —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"home:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person whose job is to help ill or elderly people in their homes with cooking, cleaning, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"home:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to or at the place where you live",
"source": "MW"
},
"home:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a home or family",
"source": "MW"
},
"home": {
"def": "(noun) the place (such as a house or apartment) where a person lives",
"source": "MW"
},
"room:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a room that is kept extremely clean so that certain products can be made in it",
"source": "MW"
},
"room:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to live in a room, apartment, or house with another person—+ together or with",
"source": "MW"
},
"room": {
"def": "(noun) a part of the inside of a building that is divided from other areas by walls and a door and that has its own floor and ceiling",
"source": "MW"
},
"door:noun": {
"def": "(noun) french window",
"source": "MW"
},
"door:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) allowing all people to enter or participate",
"source": "MW"
},
"door:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in the next house, apartment, room, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"door": {
"def": "(noun) a movable piece of wood, glass, or metal that swings or slides open and shut so that people can enter or leave a room, building, vehicle, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"window:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a window that can be opened either by sliding the bottom half up or by sliding the top half down —called also (British) sash window",
"source": "MW"
},
"window:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to walk in front of stores and look at the products displayed in the windows without buying anything",
"source": "MW"
},
"window": {
"def": "(noun) an opening in a wall, door, etc., that usually contains a sheet of glass",
"source": "MW"
},
"wall:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small place (such as a bar or restaurant) that is not fancy or expensive",
"source": "MW"
},
"wall:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) covering the entire floor of a room",
"source": "MW"
},
"wall": {
"def": "(noun) a structure of brick, stone, etc., that surrounds an area or separates one area from another —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"floor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the floor of a building that is at ground level : ground floor",
"source": "MW"
},
"floor:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cover (a surface) with material to make a floor—usually used as (be) floored",
"source": "MW"
},
"floor:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) reaching to the floor",
"source": "MW"
},
"floor": {
"def": "(noun) the part of a room on which you stand",
"source": "MW"
},
"roof:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a shelf for storing luggage on a train, bus, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"roof:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to lift or move (something or someone) to a higher position",
"source": "MW"
},
"roof:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in or to a lower place than (something) : below or beneath (something) : underneath",
"source": "MW"
},
"roof": {
"def": "(noun) the cover or top of a building, vehicle, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"stair:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an exercise machine on which you make a continuous series of upward steps like someone who is climbing stairs",
"source": "MW"
},
"stair": {
"def": "(noun) a series of steps that go from one level or floor to another",
"source": "MW"
},
"gate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a gate or set of gates that opens at the start of a horse or dog race to let the animals begin racing",
"source": "MW"
},
"gate": {
"def": "(noun) a place in a wall or a fence that has a movable part which can be opened or closed like a door; also : the movable part itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"street:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a situation with no worries : a situation of wealth and ease",
"source": "MW"
},
"street:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) streetwise",
"source": "MW"
},
"street": {
"def": "(noun) a road in a city or town that has houses or other buildings on one or both sides —often used in names —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"town:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a man who goes to many popular parties, clubs, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"town:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) coming from or going to another town or city",
"source": "MW"
},
"town": {
"def": "(noun) a place where people live that is larger than a village but smaller than a city",
"source": "MW"
},
"village:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the world seen as a community in which people are connected by computers, television, etc., and all depend on one another",
"source": "MW"
},
"village": {
"def": "(noun) a small town in the country",
"source": "MW"
},
"city:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a state that has its own government and consists of a city and the area around it",
"source": "MW"
},
"city:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a large city : coming from or living in a large city",
"source": "MW"
},
"city": {
"def": "(noun) a place where people live that is larger or more important than a town : an area where many people live and work",
"source": "MW"
},
"castle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small model of a castle or other building that is made with wet sand on a beach",
"source": "MW"
},
"castle": {
"def": "(noun) a large building usually with high, thick walls and towers that was built in the past to protect against attack",
"source": "MW"
},
"church:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of separating people or things or the state of being separated",
"source": "MW"
},
"church": {
"def": "(noun) a building that is used for Christian religious services —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"school:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a special school in past times for children who committed crimes",
"source": "MW"
},
"school:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to teach or train (someone or something) to do something —often + in —often used as (be) schooled",
"source": "MW"
},
"school:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or done after the end of the school day",
"source": "MW"
},
"school": {
"def": "(noun) a place where children go to learn —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"market:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a market (such as a stock market) in which prices are going down",
"source": "MW"
},
"market:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do things that cause people to know about and want to buy (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"market": {
"def": "(noun) a place where products are bought and sold",
"source": "MW"
},
"shop:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a store that sells used clothes, goods, etc., in order to raise money for people who are poor, sick, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"shop:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to visit places where goods are sold in order to look at and buy things",
"source": "MW"
},
"shop:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) store-bought",
"source": "MW"
},
"shop": {
"def": "(noun) a building or room where goods and services are sold",
"source": "MW"
},
"inn:noun": {
"def": "(noun) motel; especially : a large motel—used chiefly in the names of motels",
"source": "MW"
},
"inn": {
"def": "(noun) a house usually in the country where people can eat and rent a room to sleep in —often used in the names of hotels",
"source": "MW"
},
"tavern:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place where alcoholic drinks are served : bar",
"source": "MW"
},
"tavern": {
"def": "(noun) a place where alcoholic drinks are served : bar",
"source": "MW"
},
"tower:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the quality or state of being physically strong",
"source": "MW"
},
"tower": {
"def": "(noun) a tall, narrow building or structure that may stand apart from or be attached to another building or structure",
"source": "MW"
},
"book:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large expensive book with many pictures that is typically placed on a table for people to look at in a casual way",
"source": "MW"
},
"book:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make arrangements so that you will be able to use or have (something, such as a room, table, or seat) at a later time",
"source": "MW"
},
"book:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) learned from reading books and not from experience",
"source": "MW"
},
"book": {
"def": "(noun) a set of printed sheets of paper that are held together inside a cover : a long written work —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"bag:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a bag that is used for carrying home food that is left over from a meal eaten at a restaurant",
"source": "MW"
},
"bag:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) into a bag",
"source": "MW"
},
"bag": {
"def": "(noun) a container made of thin material (such as paper, plastic, or cloth) that opens at the top and is used for holding or carrying things",
"source": "MW"
},
"box:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an area in a theater where tickets are sold for a movie, play, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"box:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to participate in the sport of boxing : to fight with the hands often while wearing very thick gloves",
"source": "MW"
},
"box": {
"def": "(noun) a container that is made of a hard material (such as wood, metal, or cardboard) and that usually has four straight sides",
"source": "MW"
},
"cup:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a drink that is made by soaking the dried leaves of an Asian plant in hot water",
"source": "MW"
},
"cup:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to curve (your hand) into the shape of a cup",
"source": "MW"
},
"cup": {
"def": "(noun) a small round container that often has a handle and that is used for drinking liquids (such as tea and coffee)",
"source": "MW"
},
"plate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a license plate that has letters or numbers chosen by the owner of the vehicle",
"source": "MW"
},
"plate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to add a layer of metal to the outside of (something)—usually used as (be) plated",
"source": "MW"
},
"plate": {
"def": "(noun) a flat and usually round dish that is used for eating or serving food",
"source": "MW"
},
"table:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a game in which players stand at opposite ends of a table and use wooden paddles to hit a small plastic ball to each other across a net",
"source": "MW"
},
"table:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to decide not to discuss (something) until a later time",
"source": "MW"
},
"table": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of furniture that has a flat top and one or more legs",
"source": "MW"
},
"chair:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a chair that moves back and forth on rockers that are attached to its legs",
"source": "MW"
},
"chair:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be in charge of a meeting, organization, committee, or event : to be the chairperson of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"chair": {
"def": "(noun) a seat for one person that has a back and usually four legs",
"source": "MW"
},
"bed:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of bed for two people that has two single beds placed so that one is above the other",
"source": "MW"
},
"bed:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have sex with (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"bed": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of furniture that people sleep on",
"source": "MW"
},
"lamp:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a light on a tall pole next to a public road —called also street lamp",
"source": "MW"
},
"lamp": {
"def": "(noun) a device that produces light",
"source": "MW"
},
"key:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a key that can be used to open many locks (such as all the door locks in a building)",
"source": "MW"
},
"key:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) quiet and relaxed : not very forceful, emotional, or noticeable",
"source": "MW"
},
"key:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to enter (information) by using the keys of a computer, typewriter, etc. —often + in —often + into",
"source": "MW"
},
"key": {
"def": "(noun) a device that is used to open a lock or start an automobile —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"rope:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as coins or bills) used as a way to pay for goods and services and to pay people for their work",
"source": "MW"
},
"rope:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to not do (something that is usual or expected)",
"source": "MW"
},
"rope": {
"def": "(noun) a strong, thick string that is made by twisting many thin strings or fibers together",
"source": "MW"
},
"ring:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the third finger especially of your left hand when you count the index finger as the first finger",
"source": "MW"
},
"ring:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (an amount of money) aside for a specific purpose : earmark",
"source": "MW"
},
"ring": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of jewelry that is worn usually on a finger",
"source": "MW"
},
"cloth:noun": {
"def": "(noun) soft leather that has been rubbed on one side to make a surface that looks and feels like velvet —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"cloth:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use a sharp tool (such as a knife) to open or divide (something, such as paper or wood) —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"cloth:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) complete or full : not lacking or leaving out any part",
"source": "MW"
},
"cloth": {
"def": "(noun) material that is made by weaving together threads of cotton, wool, nylon, etc., and that is used to make clothes, sheets, etc. —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"coat:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of looking at or examining something to find out information or see if there is anything wrong with it",
"source": "MW"
},
"coat:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cover (something or someone) with a thin layer of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"coat": {
"def": "(noun) an outer piece of clothing that can be long or short and that is worn to keep warm or dry",
"source": "MW"
},
"boot:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a boot or shoe made to be fastened to skis",
"source": "MW"
},
"boot:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to kick (something) forcefully",
"source": "MW"
},
"boot": {
"def": "(noun) a covering usually of leather or rubber for the entire foot and the lower part of the leg",
"source": "MW"
},
"sword:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sword that has two sharp edges",
"source": "MW"
},
"sword:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to come or go down quickly from a high place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"sword:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a blade that is sharp on both sides : having two sharp edges",
"source": "MW"
},
"sword": {
"def": "(noun) a weapon with a long metal blade that has a sharp point and edge",
"source": "MW"
},
"knife:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very sharp knife that is used for cutting meat",
"source": "MW"
},
"knife:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to injure (someone) with a knife",
"source": "MW"
},
"knife": {
"def": "(noun) a usually sharp blade attached to a handle that is used for cutting or as a weapon",
"source": "MW"
},
"axe:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an ax with a large blade that was used as a weapon in the past",
"source": "MW"
},
"axe:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cut or remove (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"axe": {
"def": "(noun) a tool that has a heavy metal blade and a long handle and that is used for chopping wood",
"source": "MW"
},
"bow:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to damage (the surface of something) or hurt (a part of your body) by rubbing something rough or sharp against it or by making it rub against something rough or sharp",
"source": "MW"
},
"bow:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long, thin piece of twisted thread that you use to attach things, tie things together, or hang things",
"source": "MW"
},
"bow": {
"def": "(verb) to bend forward at the neck or waist as a formal way of greeting someone or showing respect —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"arrow:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is honest and has strict ideas about proper morals and correct behavior",
"source": "MW"
},
"arrow": {
"def": "(noun) a weapon that is made to be shot from a bow and that is usually a stick with a point at one end and feathers at the other end",
"source": "MW"
},
"ship:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very large sailing ship with at least two masts",
"source": "MW"
},
"ship:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to leave and never return to (someone who needs protection or help)",
"source": "MW"
},
"ship:noun suffix": {
"def": "(noun suffix) the state or condition of being something",
"source": "MW"
},
"ship": {
"def": "(noun) a large boat used for traveling long distances over the sea",
"source": "MW"
},
"boat:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small boat with paddle wheels that you turn by moving pedals with your feet like someone riding a bicycle —called also pedal boat, pedalo",
"source": "MW"
},
"boat:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move (someone or something) back and forth or from side to side",
"source": "MW"
},
"boat:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) newly produced, made, gathered, etc. : not preserved by being frozen, canned, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"boat": {
"def": "(noun) a small vehicle that is used for traveling on water",
"source": "MW"
},
"wheel:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a system that applies engine power directly to all four wheels of a vehicle",
"source": "MW"
},
"wheel:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move (someone or something) on a vehicle that has wheels —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"wheel:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having four wheels",
"source": "MW"
},
"wheel": {
"def": "(noun) one of the round parts underneath a car, wagon, etc., that rolls and allows something to move",
"source": "MW"
},
"cart:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large animal that is used for riding and for carrying and pulling things —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"cart:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) unhappy, worried, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"cart": {
"def": "(noun) a wagon with two wheels that is pulled by an animal (such as a horse or donkey)",
"source": "MW"
},
"bread:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a container in someone's kitchen where bread and other baked goods are stored to keep them fresh—often used informally to describe the size of something —called also (British) bread bin",
"source": "MW"
},
"bread:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to separate (something) into parts or pieces often in a sudden and forceful or violent way",
"source": "MW"
},
"bread:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) ordinary or traditional and associated with white, middle-class people",
"source": "MW"
},
"bread": {
"def": "(noun) a baked food made from a mixture of flour and water —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"meat:noun": {
"def": "(noun) meat that comes from the breast or other thick parts of a chicken, turkey, etc., and that is lighter in color than the other parts when cooked; also : meat (such as pork) that is lighter in color than beef when cooked",
"source": "MW"
},
"meat:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or preferring simple food (such as meat and potatoes) instead of fancy food",
"source": "MW"
},
"meat": {
"def": "(noun) the flesh of an animal used as food",
"source": "MW"
},
"egg:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the front part of the head that has the eyes, nose, and mouth on it",
"source": "MW"
},
"egg:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made of gold",
"source": "MW"
},
"egg": {
"def": "(noun) a hard-shelled oval thing from which a young bird is born; also : an oval or round thing from which a snake, frog, insect, etc., is born",
"source": "MW"
},
"milk:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a drink made by mixing a special powder of malted grains and dried milk into a liquid (such as milk) and usually adding ice cream and flavoring",
"source": "MW"
},
"milk:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to get milk from (an animal)",
"source": "MW"
},
"milk": {
"def": "(noun) a white liquid produced by a woman to feed her baby or by female animals to feed their young; especially : milk from cows or goats that is used as food by people",
"source": "MW"
},
"wine:noun": {
"def": "(noun) wine that has a pink color",
"source": "MW"
},
"wine": {
"def": "(noun) an alcoholic drink made from the juice of grapes",
"source": "MW"
},
"ale:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of ale that has a pale color and a somewhat bitter taste",
"source": "MW"
},
"ale": {
"def": "(noun) an alcoholic drink that is similar to beer",
"source": "MW"
},
"food:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sweet chocolate cake",
"source": "MW"
},
"food": {
"def": "(noun) the things that people and animals eat",
"source": "MW"
},
"meal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the middle of the day : noon —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"meal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) whole wheat",
"source": "MW"
},
"meal": {
"def": "(noun) the foods eaten or prepared for eating at one time",
"source": "MW"
},
"time:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a period of time that is used or planned for a particular action or project",
"source": "MW"
},
"time:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to choose the hour, day, month, etc., when (something) will happen : to schedule (something, such as an event) to happen at a particular time —often used as (be) timed",
"source": "MW"
},
"time:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) existing and respected for a long time",
"source": "MW"
},
"time": {
"def": "(noun) the thing that is measured as seconds, minutes, hours, days, years, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"day:noun": {
"def": "(noun) April 1 celebrated as a day on which people play tricks on each other —called also All Fools' Day",
"source": "MW"
},
"day:trademark": {
"def": "(trademark) —used for materials or colors that are very bright",
"source": "MW"
},
"day:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) lasting throughout the day",
"source": "MW"
},
"day": {
"def": "(noun) a period of 24 hours beginning at midnight : one of the seven time periods that make up a week",
"source": "MW"
},
"night:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person whose job is to watch and guard property at night",
"source": "MW"
},
"night:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) open for business throughout the night",
"source": "MW"
},
"night": {
"def": "(noun) the time of darkness between one day and the next : the part of the day when no light from the sun can be seen and most people and animals sleep",
"source": "MW"
},
"morning:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the middle of the day : 12 o'clock in the daytime —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"morning:interjection": {
"def": "(interjection) —used to say hello to someone in the morning",
"source": "MW"
},
"morning": {
"def": "(noun) the early part of the day : the time of day from sunrise until noon —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"evening:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long, formal dress that a woman wears especially during a special event",
"source": "MW"
},
"evening:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) equal",
"source": "MW"
},
"evening:interjection": {
"def": "(interjection) —used to say hello to someone in the evening",
"source": "MW"
},
"evening:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to refer to the one person or thing that remains or that has not been mentioned",
"source": "MW"
},
"evening": {
"def": "(noun) the last part of the day and early part of the night —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"year:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a unit of distance equal to the distance that light travels in one year (about 5.88 trillion miles or 9.46 trillion kilometers)",
"source": "MW"
},
"year:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) active, present, or done throughout the year",
"source": "MW"
},
"year": {
"def": "(noun) a unit of time that is equal to 12 months or 365 or sometimes 366 days",
"source": "MW"
},
"week:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the total amount of hours or days that you spend working at a job in one week —called also (chiefly British) working week",
"source": "MW"
},
"week": {
"def": "(noun) a period of seven days",
"source": "MW"
},
"hour:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a time during the day early in the morning or late in the afternoon when many people are traveling on roads to get to work or to get home from work",
"source": "MW"
},
"hour": {
"def": "(noun) one of the 24 equal parts of a day : 60 minutes",
"source": "MW"
},
"moment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) energy that causes things to become warmer",
"source": "MW"
},
"moment:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) coming after all others in time, order, or importance : final",
"source": "MW"
},
"moment:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to own, use, or hold (something) —also used for things that cannot be seen or touched —also have got",
"source": "MW"
},
"moment:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to an exact degree or in an exact manner",
"source": "MW"
},
"moment": {
"def": "(noun) a very short period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"second:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) occupying the number two position in a series",
"source": "MW"
},
"second:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a position that only comes after one other in time, order, or importance",
"source": "MW"
},
"second:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a time when an old person whose mind is failing begins to behave like a child again",
"source": "MW"
},
"second:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to approve (something, such as a motion) during a meeting so that discussion or voting can begin",
"source": "MW"
},
"second": {
"def": "(adjective) occupying the number two position in a series",
"source": "MW"
},
"way:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the right to move onto or across a road before other people or vehicles",
"source": "MW"
},
"way:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in or into motion",
"source": "MW"
},
"way:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) located far from other places that are well-known",
"source": "MW"
},
"way": {
"def": "(noun) how someone or something does something : how someone or something behaves, appears, feels, etc.—usually singular —often followed by to + verb —often used with in",
"source": "MW"
},
"side:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a mirror on the outside of a vehicle that allows the driver to see what is behind and to the right or left of the vehicle —called also (British) wing mirror",
"source": "MW"
},
"side:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) positioned next to each other : involving things that are positioned next to each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"side:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cover the outside walls of (a building) with long pieces of material (called siding)",
"source": "MW"
},
"side": {
"def": "(noun) a place, space, or direction that is away from or beyond the center of something —often used with on or to",
"source": "MW"
},
"end:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a street that ends instead of joining with another street so that there is only one way in and out of it",
"source": "MW"
},
"end:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stop or finish : to no longer continue to happen or exist",
"source": "MW"
},
"end": {
"def": "(noun) a point that marks the limit of something : the point at which something no longer continues to happen or exist",
"source": "MW"
},
"part:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a business organization that makes, buys, or sells goods or provides services in exchange for money —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"part:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do something : to take action",
"source": "MW"
},
"part:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) somewhat but not completely : to some extent or in some degree",
"source": "MW"
},
"part:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) higher in quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"part": {
"def": "(noun) one of the pieces, sections, qualities, etc., that make or form something —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"kind:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people or things that belong together or have some shared quality : a particular type or variety of person or thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"kind:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made up of something other than money",
"source": "MW"
},
"kind:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) one more of the same kind : another one",
"source": "MW"
},
"kind": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people or things that belong together or have some shared quality : a particular type or variety of person or thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"name:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a name that is given to a product by the company that produces or sells it",
"source": "MW"
},
"name:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give a name to (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"name:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a well-known brand name",
"source": "MW"
},
"name": {
"def": "(noun) a word or phrase that refers to or that can refer to a specific person",
"source": "MW"
},
"word:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a word (such as a preposition or a conjunction) that is used mainly to show grammatical relationships between other words",
"source": "MW"
},
"word:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say (something) in a particular way by choosing which words to use —often used as (be) worded",
"source": "MW"
},
"word:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) correct in every detail : letter-perfect",
"source": "MW"
},
"word": {
"def": "(noun) a sound or combination of sounds that has a meaning and is spoken or written",
"source": "MW"
},
"life:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a living thing of any kind",
"source": "MW"
},
"life:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely important and serious especially because your survival or life may depend on success",
"source": "MW"
},
"life": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to grow, change, etc., that separates plants and animals from things like water or rocks",
"source": "MW"
},
"world:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the annual championship of the major leagues in the United States",
"source": "MW"
},
"world:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) known and admired throughout the world : world-famous",
"source": "MW"
},
"world": {
"def": "(noun) the earth and all the people and things on it",
"source": "MW"
},
"place:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the place where someone lives—usually singular —often used in legal language",
"source": "MW"
},
"place:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something or someone) in a particular place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"place": {
"def": "(noun) a specific area or region of the world : a particular city, country, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"thing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an opportunity to do something : an amount of time or a situation in which something can be done —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"thing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) good, acceptable, or satisfactory : ok",
"source": "MW"
},
"thing:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) one more of the same kind : another one",
"source": "MW"
},
"thing": {
"def": "(noun) an object whose name is not known or stated",
"source": "MW"
},
"matter:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the mind that makes you aware of your actions as being either morally right or wrong —usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"matter:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be important —often + that —often + how, who, what, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"matter:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) one more in addition",
"source": "MW"
},
"matter": {
"def": "(noun) something that is being done, talked about, or thought about —often used in an ironic way to refer to a difficult or important situation or problem",
"source": "MW"
},
"point:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that you do because you believe it is the right and honorable thing to do",
"source": "MW"
},
"point:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to show someone where to look by moving your finger or an object held in your hand in a particular direction —often + at —often + to —often + toward",
"source": "MW"
},
"point:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having simple controls that do not need to be changed by the user and that make it possible to take pictures easily",
"source": "MW"
},
"point:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) from a very close distance",
"source": "MW"
},
"point": {
"def": "(noun) an idea that you try to make other people accept or understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"line:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an imaginary line that goes across the field at the place where the football is put before each play begins",
"source": "MW"
},
"line:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cover the inner surface of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"line": {
"def": "(noun) a long narrow mark on a surface",
"source": "MW"
},
"group:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people who try to influence politics or the policies of government, business, etc., in a way that helps their own interests",
"source": "MW"
},
"group:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (people or things) in a group—often + together —often used as (be) grouped",
"source": "MW"
},
"group": {
"def": "(noun) a number of people or things that are together or in the same place —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"voice:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of your throat that contains the vocal cords —called also voice box",
"source": "MW"
},
"voice:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to discover (something or someone) without planning or trying to : to discover (something or someone) by chance",
"source": "MW"
},
"voice:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) doing things that require physical movement and energy",
"source": "MW"
},
"voice": {
"def": "(noun) the sounds that you make with your mouth and throat when you are speaking, singing, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"sound:noun": {
"def": "(noun) equipment that is used to play music through speakers",
"source": "MW"
},
"sound:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to measure the depth of the water in a lake, ocean, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"sound:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) in good condition : solid and strong",
"source": "MW"
},
"sound:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) deeply and completely",
"source": "MW"
},
"sound": {
"def": "(noun) something that is heard",
"source": "MW"
},
"light:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a glass bulb or tube that produces light when it is supplied with electricity —called also bulb",
"source": "MW"
},
"light:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to move in a quick and graceful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"light:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to provide light for (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"light": {
"def": "(noun) the form of energy that makes it possible to see things : the brightness produced by the sun, by fire, by a lamp, etc. —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"dark:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having very little or no light",
"source": "MW"
},
"dark:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a white or gray mass in the sky that is made of many very small drops of water",
"source": "MW"
},
"dark:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to throw or move (something) in a forceful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"dark": {
"def": "(adjective) having very little or no light",
"source": "MW"
},
"color:noun": {
"def": "(noun) interesting information about a particular place and about the people who live there that is included in a story, movie, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"color:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give color to (something) : to change the color of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"color:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling somewhat ill : not quite well",
"source": "MW"
},
"color": {
"def": "(noun) a quality such as red, blue, green, yellow, etc., that you see when you look at something",
"source": "MW"
},
"sense:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the course or path on which something is moving or pointing —often used after in",
"source": "MW"
},
"sense:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to understand or be aware of (something) without being told about it or having evidence that it is true —often + that, what, when, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"sense": {
"def": "(noun) one of the five natural powers (touch, taste, smell, sight, and hearing) through which you receive information about the world around you —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"pain:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of wood, metal, or stone that forms the bottom of a door and that you walk over as you enter a room or building",
"source": "MW"
},
"pain:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be aware of (something that affects you physically, such as pain, heat, or an object touching your body)",
"source": "MW"
},
"pain": {
"def": "(noun) the physical feeling caused by disease, injury, or something that hurts the body",
"source": "MW"
},
"power:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small case that contains the power supply for an electronic device",
"source": "MW"
},
"power:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to supply (something) with power—usually used as (be) powered",
"source": "MW"
},
"power:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to electrical power",
"source": "MW"
},
"power": {
"def": "(noun) the ability or right to control people or things —often + over",
"source": "MW"
},
"force:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a military force that is ready to attack",
"source": "MW"
},
"force:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (a person or animal) eat by physically putting food down the throat",
"source": "MW"
},
"force": {
"def": "(noun) physical strength, power, or effect",
"source": "MW"
},
"need:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be aware of (something that affects you physically, such as pain, heat, or an object touching your body)",
"source": "MW"
},
"need:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of the 24 equal parts of a day : 60 minutes",
"source": "MW"
},
"need:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) without any question—used to stress the truth of a statement —often used after very",
"source": "MW"
},
"need": {
"def": "(verb) to be in a condition or situation in which you must have (something) : to require (something) —often used of things",
"source": "MW"
},
"lot:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the quality that makes one person or thing unlike another",
"source": "MW"
},
"lot:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to want or wish for (something) : to feel desire for (something) —sometimes followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"lot:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) low or poor in quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"lot": {
"def": "(noun) a small piece of land that is or could be used for building something or for some other purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"bit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a single unit of computer information that is represented as either 1 or 0",
"source": "MW"
},
"bit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to bite and chew on (something) in a noisy way : chomp",
"source": "MW"
},
"bit:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) unable to see",
"source": "MW"
},
"bit:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) close to or next to (something or someone) : near",
"source": "MW"
},
"bit": {
"def": "(noun) a small piece of something —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"piece:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a story, news report, etc., that praises someone or something too much",
"source": "MW"
},
"piece:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) consisting of a single piece",
"source": "MW"
},
"piece": {
"def": "(noun) an amount that is cut or separated from a larger section of something —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"top:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the highest amount of money that something costs or that someone earns—often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"top:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of the highest price and quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"top:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be or become more than (a particular amount)",
"source": "MW"
},
"top": {
"def": "(noun) the highest part, point, or level of something —usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"bottom:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the lowest possible level or point",
"source": "MW"
},
"bottom:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) progressing upward from the lowest levels : controlled or directed from the lower levels",
"source": "MW"
},
"bottom": {
"def": "(noun) the lowest part, point, or level of something—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"front:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the people who manage a business or organization (such as a professional sports team) —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"front:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the front : located at the front",
"source": "MW"
},
"front:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have the face or front toward (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"front": {
"def": "(noun) the forward part or surface of something : the part of something that is seen first—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"center:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a building or group of buildings where there are classes and activities for the people who live in a community",
"source": "MW"
},
"center:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to place (something) in the middle of something —often used as (be) centered",
"source": "MW"
},
"center": {
"def": "(noun) the middle point or part of something —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"middle:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) mid-atlantic",
"source": "MW"
},
"middle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the middle part of the ear that is inside the eardrum",
"source": "MW"
},
"middle": {
"def": "(adjective) equally distant from the ends or sides : halfway between two points",
"source": "MW"
},
"edge:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very steep side of a mountain or cliff",
"source": "MW"
},
"edge:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give an edge to (something) —usually used as (be) edged",
"source": "MW"
},
"edge:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having an edge or surface that is not straight or even",
"source": "MW"
},
"edge": {
"def": "(noun) the line or part where an object or area begins or ends",
"source": "MW"
},
"go:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or travel to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"go:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who works very hard and who wants very much to succeed",
"source": "MW"
},
"go:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) allowing a team to take the lead in a game",
"source": "MW"
},
"go": {
"def": "(verb) to move or travel to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"come:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move toward someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"come:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having life : living : not dead",
"source": "MW"
},
"come:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of agreeing",
"source": "MW"
},
"come": {
"def": "(verb) to move toward someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"get:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to obtain (something): such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"get:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a way of getting near, at, or to something or someone —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"get:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in or to a higher place than (something) : over",
"source": "MW"
},
"get:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having knowledge about something : having seen or experienced something—+ with",
"source": "MW"
},
"get": {
"def": "(verb) to obtain (something): such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"give:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause or allow someone to have (something) as a present : to make a present of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"give:noun": {
"def": "(noun) either one of the two long body parts that join the top of your body at the shoulder and that end at the hand or wrist",
"source": "MW"
},
"give:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) the entire number, quantity, or amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"give": {
"def": "(verb) to cause or allow someone to have (something) as a present : to make a present of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"take:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to carry or move (something) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"take:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act of quickly looking at something that is surprising or unusual a second time after looking at it a moment earlier",
"source": "MW"
},
"take:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very tough and aggressive",
"source": "MW"
},
"take": {
"def": "(verb) to carry or move (something) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"make:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to build, create, or produce (something) by work or effort —often followed by with to describe the things that are used to produce something —often followed by of to describe the material that forms something —often followed by from to describe the source of a product",
"source": "MW"
},
"make:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a written or spoken statement that tells people about something : public or formal words that announce something",
"source": "MW"
},
"make:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) resulting in either definite success or definite failure",
"source": "MW"
},
"make": {
"def": "(verb) to build, create, or produce (something) by work or effort —often followed by with to describe the things that are used to produce something —often followed by of to describe the material that forms something —often followed by from to describe the source of a product",
"source": "MW"
},
"see:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to notice or become aware of (someone or something) by using your eyes",
"source": "MW"
},
"see:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the rear part of the body : the part of the body that is opposite to the stomach and chest and that goes from the neck to the top of the legs",
"source": "MW"
},
"see:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a circle",
"source": "MW"
},
"see:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) thin enough to be seen through",
"source": "MW"
},
"see": {
"def": "(verb) to notice or become aware of (someone or something) by using your eyes",
"source": "MW"
},
"know:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have (information of some kind) in your mind —often + how, why, where, etc. —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"know:noun": {
"def": "(noun) —used in speech to refer to someone who is not named but is known to both the hearer and speaker",
"source": "MW"
},
"know": {
"def": "(verb) to have (information of some kind) in your mind —often + how, why, where, etc. —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"find:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to discover (something or someone) without planning or trying to : to discover (something or someone) by chance",
"source": "MW"
},
"find:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the belief in a god or in a group of gods",
"source": "MW"
},
"find:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having qualities that people like : pleasing or attractive —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"find": {
"def": "(verb) to discover (something or someone) without planning or trying to : to discover (something or someone) by chance",
"source": "MW"
},
"think:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to believe that something is true, that a particular situation exists, that something will happen, etc. —often + that",
"source": "MW"
},
"think:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a container that is made of a hard material (such as wood, metal, or cardboard) and that usually has four straight sides",
"source": "MW"
},
"think:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a big way",
"source": "MW"
},
"think:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) better than all others in quality or value",
"source": "MW"
},
"think": {
"def": "(verb) to believe that something is true, that a particular situation exists, that something will happen, etc. —often + that",
"source": "MW"
},
"look:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to direct your eyes in a particular direction —often + at",
"source": "MW"
},
"look:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sharp pointed knife that is used as a weapon",
"source": "MW"
},
"look:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) producing a lot of light : filled with light",
"source": "MW"
},
"look": {
"def": "(verb) to direct your eyes in a particular direction —often + at",
"source": "MW"
},
"want:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to empty what is in your stomach through your mouth : vomit —usually + up",
"source": "MW"
},
"want:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of the pieces, sections, qualities, etc., that make or form something —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"want:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) not anything : not a thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"want": {
"def": "(verb) to desire or wish for (something) —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"say:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have enough courage or confidence to do something : to not be too afraid to do something —often followed by to + verb —often followed by an infinitive verb without to",
"source": "MW"
},
"say:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a yellow or white solid food that is made from milk —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"say:interjection": {
"def": "(interjection) —used to express surprise, shock, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"say:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very likely or certain to do or to be something",
"source": "MW"
},
"say": {
"def": "(verb) to use your voice to express (something) with words",
"source": "MW"
},
"tell:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to obtain (something): such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"tell:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the quality that makes one person or thing unlike another",
"source": "MW"
},
"tell:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) no longer alive or living : no longer having life",
"source": "MW"
},
"tell:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at or to a great distance in space or time",
"source": "MW"
},
"tell": {
"def": "(verb) to say or write (something) to (someone) —often + about —often + that —often + what, where, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"ask:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say or write something to someone as a way of gaining information : to request an answer to a question —often + about —often + if or whether —often + why, what, etc. —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"ask:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to talk about the result or effect of something that may happen or be true",
"source": "MW"
},
"ask:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) that one just mentioned—used to refer to an object or substance —used to refer to a living thing whose sex is unknown or is being ignored —used to refer to an idea, quality, emotion, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"ask:noun": {
"def": "(noun) problems or difficulties —usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"ask:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a direction away from the inside or center of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"ask": {
"def": "(verb) to say or write something to someone as a way of gaining information : to request an answer to a question —often + about —often + if or whether —often + why, what, etc. —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"feel:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to force (someone) to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"feel:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a male animal (such as a male deer)",
"source": "MW"
},
"feel:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) higher in quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"feel": {
"def": "(verb) to be aware of (something that affects you physically, such as pain, heat, or an object touching your body)",
"source": "MW"
},
"try:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to enjoy (something) : to get pleasure from (something) —often + -ing verb —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"try:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the things that happen to a person because of chance : the accidental way things happen without being planned",
"source": "MW"
},
"try:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to make comparisons —usually used in the phrase as…as —sometimes used in negative phrases with so",
"source": "MW"
},
"try": {
"def": "(verb) to make an effort to do something : to attempt to accomplish or complete something —often followed by to + verb —often followed by and + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"leave:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go away from (a place) —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"leave:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the number of days per year for which an employer agrees to pay workers who are unable to work because they are sick —called also sick time",
"source": "MW"
},
"leave:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not present at a usual or expected place —often + from",
"source": "MW"
},
"leave": {
"def": "(verb) to go away from (a place) —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"put:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone or something) to be in a particular place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"put:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of saying things that are not true in a joking way",
"source": "MW"
},
"put:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not real or genuine : fake",
"source": "MW"
},
"put": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone or something) to be in a particular place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"use:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone or something) to be in a particular place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"use:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person's head",
"source": "MW"
},
"use:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening over and over again at the same time or in the same way : occurring every day, week, month, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"use": {
"def": "(verb) to do something with (an object, machine, person, method, etc.) in order to accomplish a task, do an activity, etc. —often followed by to + verb —often + for —often + as",
"source": "MW"
},
"call:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to speak in a loud voice",
"source": "MW"
},
"call:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a combination of letters and numbers that is used to identify someone or something in a radio broadcast",
"source": "MW"
},
"call": {
"def": "(verb) to speak in a loud voice",
"source": "MW"
},
"keep:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give an opinion or suggestion to someone about what should be done : to give advice to (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"keep:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state of having your weight spread equally so that you do not fall",
"source": "MW"
},
"keep:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at a fast speed or pace : quickly",
"source": "MW"
},
"keep": {
"def": "(verb) to continue having or holding (something) : to not return, lose, sell, give away, or throw away (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"let:verb": {
"def": "(verb) —used to indicate the identity of a person or thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"let:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small piece that has been broken off from something larger",
"source": "MW"
},
"let:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) without help from anyone or anything else",
"source": "MW"
},
"let:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very obvious : not causing or allowing doubt —sometimes used in spoken phrases that express anger",
"source": "MW"
},
"let": {
"def": "(verb) to allow or permit (someone or something) to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"begin:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to talk or write about (something that you are thinking or feeling)",
"source": "MW"
},
"begin": {
"def": "(verb) to do the first part of an action : to start doing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"start:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to start (a motorcycle) by pushing down on a lever with your foot",
"source": "MW"
},
"start:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a usually round object that is used in a game or sport or as a toy",
"source": "MW"
},
"start": {
"def": "(verb) to do the first part of something : to begin doing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"show:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause or allow (something) to be seen",
"source": "MW"
},
"show:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a public event at an airport where different kinds of aircraft are shown and pilots use their skills to fly in unusual and exciting ways",
"source": "MW"
},
"show": {
"def": "(verb) to cause or allow (something) to be seen",
"source": "MW"
},
"hear:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use your voice to express (something) with words",
"source": "MW"
},
"hear:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a ceremony at which two people are married to each other —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"hear:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) the last person or thing in a group or series",
"source": "MW"
},
"hear": {
"def": "(verb) to be aware of (sound) through the ear",
"source": "MW"
},
"play:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do activities for fun or enjoyment —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"play:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a play in which the team in the field causes two runners to be put out",
"source": "MW"
},
"play": {
"def": "(verb) to do activities for fun or enjoyment —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"run:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move with your legs at a speed that is faster than walking —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"run:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a practice event that is done to prepare for the actual event that will happen in the future —called also (British) dummy run",
"source": "MW"
},
"run:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) average or ordinary",
"source": "MW"
},
"run": {
"def": "(verb) to move with your legs at a speed that is faster than walking —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"walk:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to walk quickly for exercise especially while carrying or wearing weights",
"source": "MW"
},
"walk:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an activity in which an astronaut moves around and does work outside a spacecraft while it is in outer space",
"source": "MW"
},
"walk:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) large enough to be walked into",
"source": "MW"
},
"walk": {
"def": "(verb) to move with your legs at a speed that is slower than running —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"move:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to obtain (something): such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"move:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a body tissue that can contract and produce movement —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"move": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something or someone) to go from one place or position to another",
"source": "MW"
},
"live:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move air into and out of your lungs : to inhale and exhale",
"source": "MW"
},
"live:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) living in the place where you work",
"source": "MW"
},
"live:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) during, from, or at the actual time that something (such as a performance or event) happens",
"source": "MW"
},
"live:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the activity of reporting about an event or subject in newspapers, on television news programs, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"live:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) on or to the farther part or side of (something) : at a greater distance than (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"live": {
"def": "(verb) to be alive",
"source": "MW"
},
"bring:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to accept or endure (something) —usually used in questions and negative statements with can, can't, could, and couldn't (US)—+ for",
"source": "MW"
},
"bring:noun": {
"def": "(noun) thin strips of salted and smoked meat from the sides and the back of a pig —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"bring:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having life : living : not dead",
"source": "MW"
},
"bring": {
"def": "(verb) to come with (something or someone) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"happen:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stay in a place until an expected event happens, until someone arrives, until it is your turn to do something, etc. —often followed by to + verb —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"happen:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a flood, tornado, fire, plane crash, etc.) that happens suddenly and causes much suffering or loss to many people",
"source": "MW"
},
"happen": {
"def": "(verb) to take place especially without being planned : occur",
"source": "MW"
},
"stand:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be in an upright position with all of your weight on your feet",
"source": "MW"
},
"stand:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the place in a court of law where a witness answers questions and promises to tell the truth : the place where a witness testifies in court —called also the stand, witness box",
"source": "MW"
},
"stand:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done by a performer who is standing alone on a stage",
"source": "MW"
},
"stand": {
"def": "(verb) to be in an upright position with all of your weight on your feet",
"source": "MW"
},
"lose:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be unable to find (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"lose:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the surface of the earth",
"source": "MW"
},
"lose": {
"def": "(verb) to be unable to find (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"pay:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give money for goods or services —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"pay:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a public telephone that you can use if you put coins into it or use a calling card to pay for your call",
"source": "MW"
},
"pay:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe a system of payment in which bills are paid when they are due or goods and services are paid for when they are bought",
"source": "MW"
},
"pay": {
"def": "(verb) to give money for goods or services —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"meet:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to see and speak to (someone) for the first time : to be introduced to or become acquainted with (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"meet:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a belief that something will happen or is likely to happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"meet:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) in the middle between two points",
"source": "MW"
},
"meet": {
"def": "(verb) to see and speak to (someone) for the first time : to be introduced to or become acquainted with (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"help:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do something that makes it easier for someone to do a job, to deal with a problem, etc. : to aid or assist someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"help:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the perfect and all-powerful spirit or being that is worshipped especially by Christians, Jews, and Muslims as the one who created and rules the universe",
"source": "MW"
},
"help:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) on or to the farther part or side of (something) : at a greater distance than (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"help:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) only —sometimes used for emphasis",
"source": "MW"
},
"help": {
"def": "(verb) to do something that makes it easier for someone to do a job, to deal with a problem, etc. : to aid or assist someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"stop:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to not move, walk, etc., after doing so before",
"source": "MW"
},
"stop:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a speech sound made by briefly stopping the flow of air through the vocal cords",
"source": "MW"
},
"stop:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) providing or offering many different types of goods or services at one location",
"source": "MW"
},
"stop": {
"def": "(verb) to not move, walk, etc., after doing so before",
"source": "MW"
},
"fall:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to come or go down quickly from a high place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"fall:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the range or limit that is covered by something (such as a law) : scope—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"fall:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) in a state of sleep : sleeping",
"source": "MW"
},
"fall:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) toward the back : to or toward what is behind",
"source": "MW"
},
"fall": {
"def": "(verb) to come or go down quickly from a high place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"turn:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move around a central point —often + around",
"source": "MW"
},
"turn:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a record of money that has been paid and money that has been received : bill",
"source": "MW"
},
"turn": {
"def": "(verb) to move around a central point —often + around",
"source": "MW"
},
"write:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to form letters or numbers on a surface with a pen, pencil, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"write:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of paper that allows you to see a show, participate in an event, travel on a vehicle, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"write:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to or at the place where you live",
"source": "MW"
},
"write": {
"def": "(verb) to form letters or numbers on a surface with a pen, pencil, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"read:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to perform (written music) while reading it for the first time without practicing it",
"source": "MW"
},
"read:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a set of printed sheets of paper that are held together inside a cover : a long written work —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"read:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having gained a lot of knowledge by reading",
"source": "MW"
},
"read": {
"def": "(verb) to look at and understand the meaning of letters, words, symbols, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"speak:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say words in order to express your thoughts, feelings, opinions, etc., to someone : to talk to someone —often + to —often + with in U.S. English —often used at the beginning of telephone conversations",
"source": "MW"
},
"speak:noun combining form": {
"def": "(noun combining form) —used to form words that refer to the special languages or words used for particular activities or by particular groups",
"source": "MW"
},
"speak:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a language",
"source": "MW"
},
"speak:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) divided into two parts at one end : shaped like the letter Y",
"source": "MW"
},
"speak": {
"def": "(verb) to say words in order to express your thoughts, feelings, opinions, etc., to someone : to talk to someone —often + to —often + with in U.S. English —often used at the beginning of telephone conversations",
"source": "MW"
},
"open:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) allowing all people to enter or participate",
"source": "MW"
},
"open:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move (a door, window, etc.) so that an opening is no longer covered",
"source": "MW"
},
"open:noun": {
"def": "(noun) open house",
"source": "MW"
},
"open": {
"def": "(adjective) not closed: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"close:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move (a door, window, etc.) so that things cannot pass through an opening : shut",
"source": "MW"
},
"close:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) closed-minded",
"source": "MW"
},
"close:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at or to a short distance or time away",
"source": "MW"
},
"close:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an escape that was almost not successful —called also close shave",
"source": "MW"
},
"close": {
"def": "(verb) to move (a door, window, etc.) so that things cannot pass through an opening : shut",
"source": "MW"
},
"cut:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use a sharp tool (such as a knife) to open or divide (something, such as paper or wood) —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"cut:noun": {
"def": "(noun) straight razor",
"source": "MW"
},
"cut:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a neat appearance that suggests you are someone who does not break rules or cause trouble",
"source": "MW"
},
"cut": {
"def": "(verb) to use a sharp tool (such as a knife) to open or divide (something, such as paper or wood) —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"hold:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have or keep (something) in your hand, arms, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"hold:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the air that you take into your lungs and send out from your lungs when you breathe : air that is inhaled and exhaled in breathing —sometimes used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"hold:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in opposition to (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"hold": {
"def": "(verb) to have or keep (something) in your hand, arms, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"sit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stay in and take care of someone's house or apartment while that person is away",
"source": "MW"
},
"sit:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done or used while sitting down",
"source": "MW"
},
"sit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an opinion or decision that is based on careful thought",
"source": "MW"
},
"sit:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in, toward, or at the back or rear",
"source": "MW"
},
"sit": {
"def": "(verb) to be in a position in which your bottom is resting on a chair, the ground, etc., especially with your back upright",
"source": "MW"
},
"reach:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be able to touch, pick up, or grab (something) by moving or stretching",
"source": "MW"
},
"reach:noun": {
"def": "(noun) any one of the objects in space that are made of burning gas and that look like points of light in the night sky",
"source": "MW"
},
"reach:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not hard to do : not difficult",
"source": "MW"
},
"reach:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) inside (a certain area or space)",
"source": "MW"
},
"reach": {
"def": "(verb) to be able to touch, pick up, or grab (something) by moving or stretching",
"source": "MW"
},
"pull:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hold onto and move (someone or something) in a particular direction and especially toward yourself",
"source": "MW"
},
"pull:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the body that you see with",
"source": "MW"
},
"pull": {
"def": "(verb) to hold onto and move (someone or something) in a particular direction and especially toward yourself",
"source": "MW"
},
"push:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use force to move (someone or something) forward or away from you —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"push:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a button in a bank, store, etc., that a person can press to call for help during an emergency (such as a robbery)",
"source": "MW"
},
"push": {
"def": "(verb) to use force to move (someone or something) forward or away from you —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"throw:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something) to move out of your hand and through the air by quickly moving your arm forward",
"source": "MW"
},
"throw:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state of having your weight spread equally so that you do not fall",
"source": "MW"
},
"throw": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something) to move out of your hand and through the air by quickly moving your arm forward",
"source": "MW"
},
"catch:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use your hands to stop and hold (an object that is moving through the air)",
"source": "MW"
},
"catch:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the air that you take into your lungs and send out from your lungs when you breathe : air that is inhaled and exhaled in breathing —sometimes used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"catch:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) no longer alive or living : no longer having life",
"source": "MW"
},
"catch": {
"def": "(verb) to use your hands to stop and hold (an object that is moving through the air)",
"source": "MW"
},
"set:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) in a place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"set:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a device that is connected to a television so that the television can receive digital signals",
"source": "MW"
},
"set:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not having curves, bends, or angles",
"source": "MW"
},
"set": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) in a place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"buy:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to get (something) by paying money for it : purchase",
"source": "MW"
},
"buy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) how someone or something does something : how someone or something behaves, appears, feels, etc.—usually singular —often followed by to + verb —often used with in",
"source": "MW"
},
"buy": {
"def": "(verb) to get (something) by paying money for it : purchase",
"source": "MW"
},
"draw:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (a picture, image, etc.) by making lines on a surface especially with a pencil, pen, marker, chalk, etc., but not usually with paint",
"source": "MW"
},
"draw:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the red liquid that flows through the bodies of people and animals",
"source": "MW"
},
"draw": {
"def": "(verb) to make (a picture, image, etc.) by making lines on a surface especially with a pencil, pen, marker, chalk, etc., but not usually with paint",
"source": "MW"
},
"drive:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to direct the movement of (a car, truck, bus, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"drive:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a computer part that holds a computer disk or set of disks and that reads data from and copies data to disks",
"source": "MW"
},
"drive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) designed to allow people to remain in their cars while being served",
"source": "MW"
},
"drive": {
"def": "(verb) to direct the movement of (a car, truck, bus, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"eat:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take food into your mouth and swallow it",
"source": "MW"
},
"eat:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having life : living : not dead",
"source": "MW"
},
"eat:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the organ in your chest that pumps blood through your veins and arteries —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"eat": {
"def": "(verb) to take food into your mouth and swallow it",
"source": "MW"
},
"win:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to achieve victory in a fight, contest, game, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"win:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sharp pointed object that is attached to the heel of a horse rider's boot and that is pressed into the horse's side to make the horse go faster",
"source": "MW"
},
"win:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe something (such as a situation) that cannot have a good result no matter what you do",
"source": "MW"
},
"win": {
"def": "(verb) to achieve victory in a fight, contest, game, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"die:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go from one side of (something) to the other : to go across (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"die:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a usual way of behaving : something that a person does often in a regular and repeated way —often followed by of + -ing verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"die:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very determined",
"source": "MW"
},
"die:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) with a lot of effort or energy",
"source": "MW"
},
"die": {
"def": "(verb) to stop living",
"source": "MW"
},
"fight:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to choose or select (someone or something) from a group",
"source": "MW"
},
"fight:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a physical or mental activity or contest that has rules and that people do for pleasure",
"source": "MW"
},
"fight:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling nervous and uncomfortable about meeting and talking to people",
"source": "MW"
},
"fight": {
"def": "(verb) to use weapons or physical force to try to hurt someone, to defeat an enemy, etc. : to struggle in battle or physical combat —often + against",
"source": "MW"
},
"kill:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause a bullet, arrow, etc., to move forward with great force from a weapon",
"source": "MW"
},
"kill:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of looking at something—usually singular —often + at",
"source": "MW"
},
"kill:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) proper or acceptable : morally or socially correct—often + for —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"kill": {
"def": "(verb) to cause the death of (a person, animal, or plant) : to end the life of (someone or something) —often used figuratively —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"hit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move your hand, a bat, etc., quickly so that it touches someone or something in a forceful or violent way",
"source": "MW"
},
"hit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a hit that allows a batter to reach a base safely : a single, double, triple, or home run",
"source": "MW"
},
"hit:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not carefully planned or directed",
"source": "MW"
},
"hit": {
"def": "(verb) to move your hand, a bat, etc., quickly so that it touches someone or something in a forceful or violent way",
"source": "MW"
},
"ride:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to attach, fasten, or connect (something) with a hook, knot, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"ride:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a gun with a long barrel that shoots a large number of small metal balls (called buckshot)",
"source": "MW"
},
"ride": {
"def": "(verb) to sit on and control the movements of (a horse, motorcycle, bicycle, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"climb:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or go up (something) using your feet and often your hands",
"source": "MW"
},
"climb:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a bag that is made of strong paper, cloth, or plastic",
"source": "MW"
},
"climb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or go up (something) using your feet and often your hands",
"source": "MW"
},
"jump:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to jump from a very high place while you are attached to a strong, long rope that stretches and that keeps you from hitting the ground",
"source": "MW"
},
"jump:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large, steep platform that slopes downward but curves upward slightly at the end so that skiers can glide down it and jump off the end",
"source": "MW"
},
"jump": {
"def": "(verb) to move your body upward from the ground and often forward, backward, or sideways through the air by pushing with your legs",
"source": "MW"
},
"fly:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit a fly ball",
"source": "MW"
},
"fly:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the activity of catching fish by using artificial flies",
"source": "MW"
},
"fly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) trying to make money quickly by using dishonest or illegal methods",
"source": "MW"
},
"fly": {
"def": "(verb) to move through the air with wings",
"source": "MW"
},
"carry:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move (something) while holding and supporting it —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"carry:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an informal talk involving two people or a small group of people : the act of talking in an informal way",
"source": "MW"
},
"carry:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) small enough to be carried onto an airplane by a passenger",
"source": "MW"
},
"carry": {
"def": "(verb) to move (something) while holding and supporting it —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"sleep:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move slowly on water, wind, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"sleep:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a stage of sleep during which you dream and your eyes make quick movements —called also REM",
"source": "MW"
},
"sleep:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not having the things that are needed for a good or healthy life",
"source": "MW"
},
"sleep": {
"def": "(verb) to rest your mind and body by closing your eyes and becoming unconscious —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"wake:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (a person or animal) to be awake after sleeping —often + up",
"source": "MW"
},
"wake:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a flower with a sweet smell that is usually white, yellow, red, or pink and that grows on a bush which has thorns on the stems",
"source": "MW"
},
"wake": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (a person or animal) to be awake after sleeping —often + up",
"source": "MW"
},
"wait:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to notice or become aware of (someone or something) by using your eyes",
"source": "MW"
},
"wait:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very short period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"wait": {
"def": "(verb) to stay in a place until an expected event happens, until someone arrives, until it is your turn to do something, etc. —often followed by to + verb —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"watch:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take food into your mouth and swallow it",
"source": "MW"
},
"watch:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the system of words or signs that people use to express thoughts and feelings to each other —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"watch:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) near in space : not far away or distant —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"watch": {
"def": "(verb) to look at (someone or something) for an amount of time and pay attention to what is happening",
"source": "MW"
},
"follow:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go or come after or behind (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"follow:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of animals that live or are kept together",
"source": "MW"
},
"follow:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very firm or solid : not easy to bend, cut, etc. : not soft",
"source": "MW"
},
"follow": {
"def": "(verb) to go or come after or behind (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"lead:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to guide someone to a place especially by going in front —often + to —often used as (be) led —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"lead:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a thin usually rubber bag that becomes larger when it is filled with air or gas",
"source": "MW"
},
"lead:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in, at, or to any place —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"lead": {
"def": "(verb) to guide someone to a place especially by going in front —often + to —often used as (be) led —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"return:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to come or go to a place again : to come back or go back again —often + from or to",
"source": "MW"
},
"return:noun": {
"def": "(noun) people who have died —usually used with the",
"source": "MW"
},
"return:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) used in or taken for returning to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"return": {
"def": "(verb) to come or go to a place again : to come back or go back again —often + from or to",
"source": "MW"
},
"step:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a way of marching by kicking your legs forward very high and not bending your knees",
"source": "MW"
},
"step:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move in a specified direction by lifting your foot and putting it down in a different place : to move somewhere by walking",
"source": "MW"
},
"step:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) —used to describe family relationships that are created when a person who already has a child marries someone who is not the child's parent",
"source": "MW"
},
"step:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) showing or explaining each stage in a process",
"source": "MW"
},
"step": {
"def": "(noun) a movement made by lifting your foot and putting it down in a different place",
"source": "MW"
},
"raise:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to lift or move (something or someone) to a higher position",
"source": "MW"
},
"raise:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the body containing the brain, eyes, ears, nose, and mouth",
"source": "MW"
},
"raise": {
"def": "(verb) to lift or move (something or someone) to a higher position",
"source": "MW"
},
"drop:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a pass in which a player stops the puck and skates past it in order to leave it for another player who is close behind",
"source": "MW"
},
"drop:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to let (something) fall",
"source": "MW"
},
"drop:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be visited without an appointment",
"source": "MW"
},
"drop": {
"def": "(noun) a very small amount of liquid that falls in a rounded shape —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"pick:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to decide that a particular person or thing is the one that you want",
"source": "MW"
},
"pick:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the organ of the body in the head that controls functions, movements, sensations, and thoughts —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"pick:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a mixture of different things that you can choose",
"source": "MW"
},
"pick": {
"def": "(verb) to choose or select (someone or something) from a group",
"source": "MW"
},
"touch:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to type without looking at the keyboard",
"source": "MW"
},
"touch:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of screen on a computer which shows options that you can choose by touching the screen",
"source": "MW"
},
"touch:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having numbered buttons that produce different sounds when they are pushed",
"source": "MW"
},
"touch": {
"def": "(verb) to put your hand, fingers, etc., on someone or something —usually used in negative statements",
"source": "MW"
},
"grab:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to quickly take and hold (someone or something) with your hand or arms",
"source": "MW"
},
"grab:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an opportunity to do something : an amount of time or a situation in which something can be done —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"grab:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe a robbery that is done by breaking a window of a car, store, etc., and stealing whatever you can take quickly",
"source": "MW"
},
"grab": {
"def": "(verb) to quickly take and hold (someone or something) with your hand or arms",
"source": "MW"
},
"enter:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go or come into (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"enter:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a division of an act in a play during which the action takes place in a single place without a break in time",
"source": "MW"
},
"enter": {
"def": "(verb) to go or come into (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"pass:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move past someone or something —often + by —often + by",
"source": "MW"
},
"pass:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a play in which the quarterback pretends to hand the ball to a runner before passing it to another player",
"source": "MW"
},
"pass:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) using a system of grading in which the grades \"pass\" and \"fail\" are used instead of traditional grades like \"A,\" \"B,\" and \"C\"",
"source": "MW"
},
"pass": {
"def": "(verb) to move past someone or something —often + by —often + by",
"source": "MW"
},
"rise:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause or allow someone to have (something) as a present : to make a present of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"rise:noun": {
"def": "(noun) hairs along the neck and back of an animal—often used figuratively with raise or rise to describe something that makes people angry or annoyed",
"source": "MW"
},
"rise:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not tall : having few floors or stories",
"source": "MW"
},
"rise": {
"def": "(verb) to move upward —often + up —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"big:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having large bones : large but not fat",
"source": "MW"
},
"big:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a big way",
"source": "MW"
},
"big:noun": {
"def": "(noun) large companies considered together as a powerful group",
"source": "MW"
},
"big": {
"def": "(adjective) large in size",
"source": "MW"
},
"small:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not interested in new or different ideas : not willing to accept the opinions of other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"small:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the long, narrow upper part of the intestine in which food is digested after it leaves the stomach",
"source": "MW"
},
"small": {
"def": "(adjective) little in size",
"source": "MW"
},
"large:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) involving many people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"large:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to grow, change, etc., that separates plants and animals from things like water or rocks",
"source": "MW"
},
"large:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used with put to describe something that is being kept or saved for a future use",
"source": "MW"
},
"large:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be alive",
"source": "MW"
},
"large": {
"def": "(adjective) great in size or amount : big",
"source": "MW"
},
"little:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very small : tiny",
"source": "MW"
},
"little:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a very small amount or degree",
"source": "MW"
},
"little:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) a small amount or quantity",
"source": "MW"
},
"little:noun": {
"def": "(noun) ordinary people who are not wealthy, famous, or powerful",
"source": "MW"
},
"little": {
"def": "(adjective) small in size",
"source": "MW"
},
"long:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) continuing for a long time or for too long",
"source": "MW"
},
"long:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) for or during a long time : for many years, days, hours, etc. —sometimes used in combination",
"source": "MW"
},
"long:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to feel a strong desire or wish for something or to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"long:noun": {
"def": "(noun) money —often used with the",
"source": "MW"
},
"long": {
"def": "(adjective) extending a great distance from one end to the other end : not short",
"source": "MW"
},
"short:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) traveling or involving a short distance",
"source": "MW"
},
"short:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to or at a point that is not as far as expected or desired : to a point not reaching what is needed for something —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"short:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a list of a small number of people or things that have been selected from a larger group and are being considered to receive an award, to get a job, etc.—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"short:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something) to have a short circuit",
"source": "MW"
},
"short": {
"def": "(adjective) extending a small distance from one end to the other end : having little length : not long",
"source": "MW"
},
"tall:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) greater in height than the average person, building, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"tall:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a story that is very difficult to believe : a greatly exaggerated story —called also tall story",
"source": "MW"
},
"tall:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move with your legs at a speed that is slower than running —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"tall": {
"def": "(adjective) greater in height than the average person, building, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"high:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a very clear picture and a wide screen",
"source": "MW"
},
"high:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at or to a high place or level",
"source": "MW"
},
"high:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a day when a religious festival or holiday is observed : holy day—usually used in the phrase high days and holidays",
"source": "MW"
},
"high": {
"def": "(adjective) rising or extending upward a great distance",
"source": "MW"
},
"low:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) morally bad : dishonest and unfair",
"source": "MW"
},
"low:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at or to a low place or level",
"source": "MW"
},
"low:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an illegal punch that hits a boxer below the waist",
"source": "MW"
},
"low:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make the low sound of a cow : moo",
"source": "MW"
},
"low": {
"def": "(adjective) not rising or extending upward a great distance",
"source": "MW"
},
"wide:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a screen that is wider than the screen of most televisions",
"source": "MW"
},
"wide:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at a great distance : far",
"source": "MW"
},
"wide:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a mobile home that is made of two units that have been connected together side by side —called also double-wide trailer",
"source": "MW"
},
"wide": {
"def": "(adjective) extending a great distance from one side to the other : not narrow",
"source": "MW"
},
"deep:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) living in, relating to, or done in the deep parts of the ocean",
"source": "MW"
},
"deep:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) far into or below the surface of something —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"deep:noun": {
"def": "(noun) large amounts of money that can be used : great financial resources",
"source": "MW"
},
"deep:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cook (food) in a deep layer of oil or fat",
"source": "MW"
},
"deep": {
"def": "(adjective) having a large distance to the bottom from the surface or highest point —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"thin:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely thin and flat",
"source": "MW"
},
"thin:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something or someone) thin or thinner or to become thin or thinner: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"thin:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that makes thin pieces, layers, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"thin:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the natural outer layer of tissue that covers the body of a person or animal",
"source": "MW"
},
"thin": {
"def": "(adjective) having a small distance between the top and bottom or front and back surfaces : not thick",
"source": "MW"
},
"thick:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a small distance between the top and bottom or front and back surfaces : not thick",
"source": "MW"
},
"thick:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that makes thick pieces, layers, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"thick:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the structure of bones that form the head and face of a person or animal",
"source": "MW"
},
"thick": {
"def": "(adjective) having a large distance between the top and bottom or front and back surfaces : not thin",
"source": "MW"
},
"old:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to forests that have been growing for a long time",
"source": "MW"
},
"old:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the flag of the United States",
"source": "MW"
},
"old": {
"def": "(adjective) having lived for many years : not young",
"source": "MW"
},
"young:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very loving and gentle : showing affection and love for someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"young:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a unit of time that is equal to 12 months or 365 or sometimes 366 days",
"source": "MW"
},
"young:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do the first part of something : to begin doing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"young": {
"def": "(adjective) in an early stage of life, growth, or development : not yet old",
"source": "MW"
},
"new:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to ways of thinking and living that are similar to those of older cultures and that have been accepted in recent times by a group of people in place of the usual beliefs and methods of modern society",
"source": "MW"
},
"new:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) newly or recently—usually used in combination",
"source": "MW"
},
"new:noun": {
"def": "(noun) December 31 : the last day of the year; especially : the evening of December 31",
"source": "MW"
},
"new": {
"def": "(adjective) not old : recently born, built, or created",
"source": "MW"
},
"early:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at or near the beginning of a period of time or a process, activity, series, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"early:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) producing a lot of light : filled with light",
"source": "MW"
},
"early:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of the 24 equal parts of a day : 60 minutes",
"source": "MW"
},
"early:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to make comparisons —usually used in the phrase as…as —sometimes used in negative phrases with so",
"source": "MW"
},
"early": {
"def": "(adverb) at or near the beginning of a period of time or a process, activity, series, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"late:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) deeply missed—used to refer to someone who has died",
"source": "MW"
},
"late:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at or near the end of a period of time or a process, activity, series, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"late:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of the 24 equal parts of a day : 60 minutes",
"source": "MW"
},
"late": {
"def": "(adjective) existing or happening near the end of a period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"good:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of no use or value",
"source": "MW"
},
"good:noun": {
"def": "(noun) honesty in dealing with other people —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"good:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) completely and thoroughly",
"source": "MW"
},
"good:interjection": {
"def": "(interjection) —used to say hello to someone in the evening",
"source": "MW"
},
"good": {
"def": "(adjective) of high quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"bad:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) worse than all others",
"source": "MW"
},
"bad:noun": {
"def": "(noun) lack of honesty in dealing with other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"bad:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in the worst way : in a way that is worse than all others",
"source": "MW"
},
"bad": {
"def": "(adjective) low or poor in quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"great:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very large in size : very big —usually used before a noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"great:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very powerful country",
"source": "MW"
},
"great:interjection": {
"def": "(interjection) —used to express surprise",
"source": "MW"
},
"great": {
"def": "(adjective) very large in size : very big —usually used before a noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"right:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) using the right hand more easily than the left hand",
"source": "MW"
},
"right:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in the exact location, position, or moment that is mentioned",
"source": "MW"
},
"right:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of a baseball outfield that is to the right when you are looking out from home plate; also : the position of the player defending right field",
"source": "MW"
},
"right:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to press the button on the right side of a mouse or similar device in order to make something happen on a computer",
"source": "MW"
},
"right": {
"def": "(adjective) morally or socially correct or acceptable",
"source": "MW"
},
"wrong:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not agreeing with the facts or truth : incorrect",
"source": "MW"
},
"wrong:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that does not agree with the facts or truth : in a way that results in an error",
"source": "MW"
},
"wrong:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the leg on which an animal or person stands and moves : the part of the leg below the ankle —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"wrong:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to come or go down quickly from a high place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"wrong": {
"def": "(adjective) not agreeing with the facts or truth : incorrect",
"source": "MW"
},
"true:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) known to be good or effective : known to be reliable",
"source": "MW"
},
"true:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a straight line",
"source": "MW"
},
"true:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a quality such as red, blue, green, yellow, etc., that you see when you look at something",
"source": "MW"
},
"true:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move toward someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"true": {
"def": "(adjective) agreeing with the facts : not false",
"source": "MW"
},
"real:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or shown at the speed at which a computer receives and processes information",
"source": "MW"
},
"real:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) very or really",
"source": "MW"
},
"real:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to grow, change, etc., that separates plants and animals from things like water or rocks",
"source": "MW"
},
"real:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to indicate the place someone or something is going to or toward",
"source": "MW"
},
"real:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to obtain (something): such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"real": {
"def": "(adjective) actually existing or happening : not imaginary",
"source": "MW"
},
"sure:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not likely to drop something (such as a ball) that you are holding or catching —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"sure:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in the amount needed : to the necessary degree",
"source": "MW"
},
"sure:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be in an upright position with all of your weight on your feet",
"source": "MW"
},
"sure:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an object whose name is not known or stated",
"source": "MW"
},
"sure": {
"def": "(adjective) not having any doubt about something : convinced or certain",
"source": "MW"
},
"certain:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not having any doubt about something : convinced or sure",
"source": "MW"
},
"certain:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) certain ones : particular members of a group : some—+ of",
"source": "MW"
},
"certain:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a pleasant quality that is hard to describe",
"source": "MW"
},
"certain:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have (information of some kind) in your mind —often + how, why, where, etc. —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"certain": {
"def": "(adjective) not having any doubt about something : convinced or sure",
"source": "MW"
},
"possible:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) better than all others in quality or value",
"source": "MW"
},
"possible:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the earth and all the people and things on it",
"source": "MW"
},
"possible:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to talk about the result or effect of something that may happen or be true",
"source": "MW"
},
"possible:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at a time that is not long from now",
"source": "MW"
},
"possible": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be done",
"source": "MW"
},
"same:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) involving members of the same sex",
"source": "MW"
},
"same:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) someone or something that is exactly like another person or thing being discussed or referred to",
"source": "MW"
},
"same:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that is alike or very similar—usually used after the",
"source": "MW"
},
"same:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small, flat, and usually round piece of metal issued by a government as money",
"source": "MW"
},
"same:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use a sharp tool (such as a knife) to open or divide (something, such as paper or wood) —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"same": {
"def": "(adjective) not different—used when referring to a particular person or thing that is connected to more than one person, time, place, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"different:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not of the same kind : partly or totally unlike —often + from, than, or to",
"source": "MW"
},
"different:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of sports teams that play against each other —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"different:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have (information of some kind) in your mind —often + how, why, where, etc. —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"different": {
"def": "(adjective) not of the same kind : partly or totally unlike —often + from, than, or to",
"source": "MW"
},
"other:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to refer to the one person or thing that remains or that has not been mentioned",
"source": "MW"
},
"other:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) each of two or more people, animals, etc., who are doing something together or in relationship to the other or others in the group",
"source": "MW"
},
"other:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a covering usually of leather or rubber for the entire foot and the lower part of the leg",
"source": "MW"
},
"other:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in or through (a group of people or things)",
"source": "MW"
},
"other": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to refer to the one person or thing that remains or that has not been mentioned",
"source": "MW"
},
"next:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) large in size",
"source": "MW"
},
"next:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in the next house, apartment, room, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"next:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) a person or thing that immediately follows another person or thing : someone or something that is next —usually used with the",
"source": "MW"
},
"next:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the air that you take into your lungs and send out from your lungs when you breathe : air that is inhaled and exhaled in breathing —sometimes used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"next": {
"def": "(adjective) coming after this one : coming after the one that just came, happened, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"last:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to continue in time",
"source": "MW"
},
"last:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done or happening at the very end",
"source": "MW"
},
"last:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) after any others in time, order, or importance : at the end",
"source": "MW"
},
"last:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) the last person or thing in a group or series",
"source": "MW"
},
"last:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a last effort, production, or appearance",
"source": "MW"
},
"last": {
"def": "(verb) to continue in time",
"source": "MW"
},
"first:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to first class",
"source": "MW"
},
"first:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) before any other in time, order, or importance",
"source": "MW"
},
"first:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a child of your aunt or uncle : cousin",
"source": "MW"
},
"first:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) the first one or ones",
"source": "MW"
},
"first": {
"def": "(adjective) coming before all others in time, order, or importance",
"source": "MW"
},
"only:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) capable of being viewed but not of being changed or deleted",
"source": "MW"
},
"only:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) no more than",
"source": "MW"
},
"only:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) but however",
"source": "MW"
},
"only:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the body that you see with",
"source": "MW"
},
"only:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say or think that a person or thing is responsible for something bad that has happened",
"source": "MW"
},
"only": {
"def": "(adjective) alone in a class or category : existing with no other or others of the same kind—usually used with the or a possessive (such as my, her, its, their, John's, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"own:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) store-brand",
"source": "MW"
},
"own:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) something or someone that belongs or relates to a particular person or thing and to no other—always used after a possessive (such as \"my,\" \"your,\" \"their,\" or \"Joe's\")",
"source": "MW"
},
"own:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have (something) as property : to legally possess (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"own:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the power to give orders or make decisions : the power or right to direct or control someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"own": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to say that something belongs or relates to a particular person or thing and to no other—always used after a possessive (such as \"my,\" \"your,\" or \"their\")",
"source": "MW"
},
"whole:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made from wheat from which no part (such as the bran) has been removed",
"source": "MW"
},
"whole:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a difference in pitch that is equal to 1/6 of an octave —called also (chiefly British) tone",
"source": "MW"
},
"whole:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) entirely or completely",
"source": "MW"
},
"whole": {
"def": "(adjective) complete or full : not lacking or leaving out any part",
"source": "MW"
},
"every:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) brought into life by the process of birth",
"source": "MW"
},
"every:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) for another time : one more time",
"source": "MW"
},
"every:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling or belief that you can do something well or succeed at something —often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"every": {
"def": "(adjective) including each person or thing in a group or series",
"source": "MW"
},
"closed:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) close-mouthed",
"source": "MW"
},
"closed:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move (a door, window, etc.) so that things cannot pass through an opening : shut",
"source": "MW"
},
"closed:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the body that you see with",
"source": "MW"
},
"closed": {
"def": "(adjective) covering an opening : having an opening that is covered",
"source": "MW"
},
"full:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) containing cream",
"source": "MW"
},
"full:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) through a series of changes that lead back to an original position or situation or to an opposite position or situation",
"source": "MW"
},
"full:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very aggressive way of playing defense over all areas of the court",
"source": "MW"
},
"full": {
"def": "(adjective) containing or holding as much or as many as possible —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"empty:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not intelligent : stupid",
"source": "MW"
},
"empty:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move toward someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"empty:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a set of clothes that usually consists of a jacket and a skirt or pair of pants that are made out of the same material",
"source": "MW"
},
"empty": {
"def": "(adjective) containing nothing",
"source": "MW"
},
"free:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) created or done in any way you choose : not required to have particular patterns or forms",
"source": "MW"
},
"free:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a free way",
"source": "MW"
},
"free:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone or something) to be free: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"free:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an uncontrolled fight or competition that involves many people —often used figuratively to describe a wild and noisy disagreement",
"source": "MW"
},
"free": {
"def": "(adjective) not costing any money",
"source": "MW"
},
"hard:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) hard-boiled",
"source": "MW"
},
"hard:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) with a lot of effort or energy",
"source": "MW"
},
"hard:noun": {
"def": "(noun) money that a person has and can use immediately : money in the form of bills and coins rather than checks or credit cards",
"source": "MW"
},
"hard": {
"def": "(adjective) very firm or solid : not easy to bend, cut, etc. : not soft",
"source": "MW"
},
"soft:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) showing or describing sex acts but not in an extremely open and shocking way—usually used before a noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"soft:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a soft or gentle way",
"source": "MW"
},
"soft:noun": {
"def": "(noun) money that is given to a political party rather than to a particular candidate",
"source": "MW"
},
"soft": {
"def": "(adjective) easy to press, bend, cut, etc. : not hard or firm",
"source": "MW"
},
"hot:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) becoming angry or excited very easily",
"source": "MW"
},
"hot:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sudden brief hot feeling experienced especially by women during menopause",
"source": "MW"
},
"hot": {
"def": "(adjective) having a high temperature",
"source": "MW"
},
"cold:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not affected by emotions",
"source": "MW"
},
"cold:noun": {
"def": "(noun) cold cooked meats (such as turkey, roast beef, or ham) that have been cut into thin slices",
"source": "MW"
},
"cold:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a very clear, complete, and definite way",
"source": "MW"
},
"cold": {
"def": "(adjective) having a very low temperature",
"source": "MW"
},
"warm:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having blood that always remains warm : having a body temperature that does not change when the temperature of the environment changes",
"source": "MW"
},
"warm:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become warm or to make (someone or something) warm",
"source": "MW"
},
"warm:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the organ in your chest that pumps blood through your veins and arteries —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"warm": {
"def": "(adjective) somewhat hot : not cool or cold",
"source": "MW"
},
"cool:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not angry, upset, excited, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"cool:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move with speed or force",
"source": "MW"
},
"cool:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a calm manner : in a way that does not seem unusual or excited",
"source": "MW"
},
"cool:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the back part of your foot that is below the ankle",
"source": "MW"
},
"cool": {
"def": "(adjective) somewhat cold : not warm or hot",
"source": "MW"
},
"fast:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) moving or able to move quickly",
"source": "MW"
},
"fast:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) with great speed : in a very short time : very quickly",
"source": "MW"
},
"fast:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to influence or persuade (someone) by talking quickly in a confident and often dishonest way",
"source": "MW"
},
"fast:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a section of a highway for cars that are traveling at high speeds",
"source": "MW"
},
"fast": {
"def": "(adjective) moving or able to move quickly",
"source": "MW"
},
"slow:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) slow to learn or understand things",
"source": "MW"
},
"slow:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a slow way or at a low speed",
"source": "MW"
},
"slow:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to begin to move at a lower speed —often + down or up",
"source": "MW"
},
"slow:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of equipment that is used to cook food",
"source": "MW"
},
"slow": {
"def": "(adjective) not moving quickly : not able to move quickly",
"source": "MW"
},
"quick:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) extra fast or quick",
"source": "MW"
},
"quick:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a fast or quick manner : quickly —often used in combination",
"source": "MW"
},
"quick:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone or something that causes a lot of people to come to a place : attraction",
"source": "MW"
},
"quick:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use a sharp tool (such as a knife) to open or divide (something, such as paper or wood) —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"quick": {
"def": "(adjective) done or happening in a short amount of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"heavy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) dealing with people or problems in a severe or harsh way : too strict or controlling",
"source": "MW"
},
"heavy:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a heavy way : heavily",
"source": "MW"
},
"heavy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of loud rock music that has a strong beat",
"source": "MW"
},
"heavy": {
"def": "(adjective) having great weight : difficult to lift or move",
"source": "MW"
},
"bright:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very thick and full",
"source": "MW"
},
"bright:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at or near the beginning of a period of time or a process, activity, series, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"bright:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of an animal's body that extends from the animal's back end",
"source": "MW"
},
"bright": {
"def": "(adjective) producing a lot of light : filled with light",
"source": "MW"
},
"white:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or having the kind of jobs that are done in an office instead of a factory, warehouse, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"white:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a star that is at the end of its life and is very hot, small, and dense",
"source": "MW"
},
"white": {
"def": "(adjective) having the color of fresh snow or milk",
"source": "MW"
},
"black:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) partly black and partly white in color",
"source": "MW"
},
"black:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a device used in an airplane to record flight information (such as altitude or airspeed) or the voices of the pilots and crew",
"source": "MW"
},
"black:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) black",
"source": "MW"
},
"black": {
"def": "(adjective) having the very dark color of coal or the night sky",
"source": "MW"
},
"red:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) full of energy, strength, and strong emotion",
"source": "MW"
},
"red:noun": {
"def": "(noun) red blood cell",
"source": "MW"
},
"red": {
"def": "(adjective) having the color of blood",
"source": "MW"
},
"blue:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) requiring physical work : relating to or having jobs that require physical work",
"source": "MW"
},
"blue:noun": {
"def": "(noun) pants made of a strong blue cloth (called denim)",
"source": "MW"
},
"blue": {
"def": "(adjective) having the color of the clear sky",
"source": "MW"
},
"green:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having the color of growing grass",
"source": "MW"
},
"green:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of hollow vegetable (called a pepper) that is green and that is eaten raw or cooked",
"source": "MW"
},
"green": {
"def": "(adjective) having the color of growing grass",
"source": "MW"
},
"yellow:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not having courage : cowardly",
"source": "MW"
},
"yellow:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a yellow citrus fruit that has a sour taste —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"yellow:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become yellow or to cause (something) to become yellow",
"source": "MW"
},
"yellow": {
"def": "(adjective) having the color of the sun or of ripe lemons",
"source": "MW"
},
"brown:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) medium brown or dark brown in color",
"source": "MW"
},
"brown:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a food that is made from cacao beans and that is eaten as candy or used as a flavoring ingredient in other sweet foods",
"source": "MW"
},
"brown:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) brown or to become brown especially by cooking or heating",
"source": "MW"
},
"brown": {
"def": "(adjective) having a color like coffee or chocolate",
"source": "MW"
},
"grey:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a color between black and white : having a color that is like the color of smoke",
"source": "MW"
},
"grey:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a bluish-gray color",
"source": "MW"
},
"grey:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become gray",
"source": "MW"
},
"grey": {
"def": "(adjective) having a color between black and white : having a color that is like the color of smoke",
"source": "MW"
},
"dead:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) no longer alive or living : no longer having life",
"source": "MW"
},
"dead:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person or thing that is certain to fail, suffer, or be punished",
"source": "MW"
},
"dead:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) completely or totally",
"source": "MW"
},
"dead": {
"def": "(adjective) no longer alive or living : no longer having life",
"source": "MW"
},
"alive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) in good health : healthy",
"source": "MW"
},
"alive:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to remove the skin of (an animal, fruit, or vegetable)",
"source": "MW"
},
"alive": {
"def": "(adjective) having life : living : not dead",
"source": "MW"
},
"safe:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) certain not to fail",
"source": "MW"
},
"safe:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a safe way",
"source": "MW"
},
"safe:noun": {
"def": "(noun) night depository",
"source": "MW"
},
"safe": {
"def": "(adjective) not able or likely to be hurt or harmed in any way : not in danger",
"source": "MW"
},
"ready:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a particular position or location",
"source": "MW"
},
"ready:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move across the ground or another surface by turning over and over",
"source": "MW"
},
"ready": {
"def": "(adjective) prepared to do something —often followed by to + verb —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"near:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) close to someone or something in distance —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"near:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) close to (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"near:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) located a short distance away : close",
"source": "MW"
},
"near:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to come closer in space or time to someone or something : approach",
"source": "MW"
},
"near:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a state or situation in which you are relaxed and do not have any physically unpleasant feelings caused by pain, heat, cold, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"near:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) a thing of any kind",
"source": "MW"
},
"near": {
"def": "(adverb) close to someone or something in distance —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"far:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a forward direction —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"far:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) affecting many people or things : having a wide range or influence",
"source": "MW"
},
"far": {
"def": "(adverb) at or to a great distance in space or time",
"source": "MW"
},
"alone:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) in good health : healthy",
"source": "MW"
},
"alone:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) without help from anyone or anything else",
"source": "MW"
},
"alone:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long and narrow cut in the ground",
"source": "MW"
},
"alone:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be in an upright position with all of your weight on your feet",
"source": "MW"
},
"alone": {
"def": "(adjective) without anyone or anything else : not involving or including anyone or anything else : separate from other people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"still:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a better way",
"source": "MW"
},
"still:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) higher in quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"still:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit (something) repeatedly",
"source": "MW"
},
"still:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a painting, drawing, etc., of a carefully arranged group of objects (such as flowers and fruit); also : the art or activity of making still lifes",
"source": "MW"
},
"still": {
"def": "(adverb) happening or existing before now and continuing into the present—used to say that an action or condition continues",
"source": "MW"
},
"strong:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not speaking or making noise : quiet",
"source": "MW"
},
"strong:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move toward someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"strong:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a strongly held opinion about something—usually singular —often + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"strong": {
"def": "(adjective) having great physical power and ability : having a lot of strength",
"source": "MW"
},
"weak:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not refusing to do something : ready—followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"weak:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the organ in your body where food goes and begins to be digested after you swallow it —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"weak": {
"def": "(adjective) having little physical power or ability : not strong",
"source": "MW"
},
"sick:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) affected with a disease or illness : ill —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"sick:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to speak in a loud voice",
"source": "MW"
},
"sick:noun": {
"def": "(noun) sick leave",
"source": "MW"
},
"sick": {
"def": "(adjective) affected with a disease or illness : ill —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"hurt:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause pain or injury to (yourself, someone else, or a part of your body)",
"source": "MW"
},
"hurt:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a physical injury",
"source": "MW"
},
"hurt:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small insect that has two wings",
"source": "MW"
},
"hurt": {
"def": "(verb) to cause pain or injury to (yourself, someone else, or a part of your body)",
"source": "MW"
},
"tired:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) affected with a disease or illness : ill —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"tired:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to lose energy and begin to feel that you need to rest : to become tired",
"source": "MW"
},
"tired:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a young dog",
"source": "MW"
},
"tired": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling a need to rest or sleep : weary",
"source": "MW"
},
"afraid:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling fear: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"afraid": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling fear: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"happy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) eager to fire a gun",
"source": "MW"
},
"happy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of coming or going back to the place you started from or to a place where you were before",
"source": "MW"
},
"happy:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone or something) to be in a particular place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"happy": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling pleasure and enjoyment because of your life, situation, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"sad:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not happy : feeling or showing grief or unhappiness",
"source": "MW"
},
"sad:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a reason that you give to explain a mistake, bad behavior, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"sad": {
"def": "(adjective) not happy : feeling or showing grief or unhappiness",
"source": "MW"
},
"angry:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) filled with anger : having a strong feeling of being upset or annoyed —often + at or with —often + about or over",
"source": "MW"
},
"angry": {
"def": "(adjective) filled with anger : having a strong feeling of being upset or annoyed —often + at or with —often + about or over",
"source": "MW"
},
"brave:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing no fear : not afraid",
"source": "MW"
},
"brave:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone or something) to be in a particular place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"brave:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the forward part or surface of something : the part of something that is seen first—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"brave": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing no fear : not afraid",
"source": "MW"
},
"wise:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing a lot of experience and knowledge about life and the world : worldly",
"source": "MW"
},
"wise:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) in the position or direction of",
"source": "MW"
},
"wise:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sound or combination of sounds that has a meaning and is spoken or written",
"source": "MW"
},
"wise:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to break (something) so that there are lines in its surface but it is usually not separated into pieces",
"source": "MW"
},
"wise": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing wisdom or knowledge usually from learning or experiencing many things",
"source": "MW"
},
"strange:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) different from what is usual, normal, or expected : odd",
"source": "MW"
},
"strange:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person or thing that is associated or connected with another—used in phrases like strange bedfellows to describe people and things that are grouped or working together in a way that seems unlikely, unexpected, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"strange": {
"def": "(adjective) different from what is usual, normal, or expected : odd",
"source": "MW"
},
"pale:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) light in color",
"source": "MW"
},
"pale:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to lose color : to become pale",
"source": "MW"
},
"pale:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of copying or imitating someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"pale": {
"def": "(adjective) light in color",
"source": "MW"
},
"quiet:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) making very little noise",
"source": "MW"
},
"quiet:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone or something) quieter, calmer, or less intense —often + down",
"source": "MW"
},
"quiet:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a state in which there is no war or fighting",
"source": "MW"
},
"quiet": {
"def": "(adjective) making very little noise",
"source": "MW"
},
"loud:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) making or causing a lot of noise : strong and noticeable in sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"loud:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a direction away from the inside or center of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"loud:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to believe that something is true, that a particular situation exists, that something will happen, etc. —often + that",
"source": "MW"
},
"loud": {
"def": "(adjective) making or causing a lot of noise : strong and noticeable in sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"wild:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a wild expression in the eyes : looking dangerous or out of control",
"source": "MW"
},
"wild:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a kind of grain that is produced by a tall North American plant that grows in water",
"source": "MW"
},
"wild:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) without being controlled",
"source": "MW"
},
"wild": {
"def": "(adjective) living in nature without human control or care : not tame",
"source": "MW"
},
"one:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very short joke or funny remark",
"source": "MW"
},
"one:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) each of two or more people, animals, etc., who are doing something together or in relationship to the other or others in the group",
"source": "MW"
},
"one:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) small and dull",
"source": "MW"
},
"one": {
"def": "(noun) the number 1",
"source": "MW"
},
"two:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a suit consisting of a jacket with matching pants or a jacket with a matching skirt",
"source": "MW"
},
"two:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) using or needing both hands",
"source": "MW"
},
"two": {
"def": "(noun) the number 2",
"source": "MW"
},
"three:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a way of turning a vehicle around in a small space by driving forward, then back, then forward again",
"source": "MW"
},
"three:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) three-quarters of the full amount, length, size, etc., of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"three": {
"def": "(noun) the number 3",
"source": "MW"
},
"four:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small plant that has usually three leaves on each stem and that usually has round flowers that are white, red, or purple",
"source": "MW"
},
"four:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having four wheels",
"source": "MW"
},
"four:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) all the time : twenty-four hours a day and seven days a week",
"source": "MW"
},
"four": {
"def": "(noun) the number 4",
"source": "MW"
},
"five:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the number 9",
"source": "MW"
},
"five:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of the best quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"five:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move your hand, a bat, etc., quickly so that it touches someone or something in a forceful or violent way",
"source": "MW"
},
"five": {
"def": "(noun) the number 5",
"source": "MW"
},
"six:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of 12 people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"six:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) in the hundreds of thousands : totaling 100,000 or more but less than one million",
"source": "MW"
},
"six:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit something (such as a door) with the knuckles of your hand or with a hard object (such as a knocker) in order to get people's attention —usually + on —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"six": {
"def": "(noun) the number 6",
"source": "MW"
},
"seven:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the best person or thing : the best group of people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"seven:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) all the time : twenty-four hours a day and seven days a week",
"source": "MW"
},
"seven": {
"def": "(noun) the number 7",
"source": "MW"
},
"eight:noun": {
"def": "(noun) figure eight",
"source": "MW"
},
"eight": {
"def": "(noun) the number 8",
"source": "MW"
},
"nine:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a unit of measurement equal to 3 feet (0.9144 meters) or 36 inches —abbr. yd.",
"source": "MW"
},
"nine:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) complete or full : not lacking or leaving out any part",
"source": "MW"
},
"nine": {
"def": "(noun) the number 9",
"source": "MW"
},
"ten:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the thing that is measured as seconds, minutes, hours, days, years, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"ten:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to carry or move (something) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"ten": {
"def": "(noun) the number 10",
"source": "MW"
},
"hundred:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the thing that is measured as seconds, minutes, hours, days, years, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"hundred": {
"def": "(noun) the number 100",
"source": "MW"
},
"thousand:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a unit of time that is equal to 12 months or 365 or sometimes 366 days",
"source": "MW"
},
"thousand:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit (something, such as a ball) with a bat, club, etc., or with your hand",
"source": "MW"
},
"thousand:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to indicate the value of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"thousand": {
"def": "(noun) the number 1,000",
"source": "MW"
},
"million:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a unit of time that is equal to 12 months or 365 or sometimes 366 days",
"source": "MW"
},
"million:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to direct your eyes in a particular direction —often + at",
"source": "MW"
},
"million:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) that person or thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"million": {
"def": "(noun) the number 1,000,000",
"source": "MW"
},
"zero:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the point on the earth's surface directly above, below, or at which an explosion (especially a nuclear explosion) occurs",
"source": "MW"
},
"zero:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to set (a measuring device, such as a scale) so that it reads 0",
"source": "MW"
},
"zero": {
"def": "(noun) the number 0",
"source": "MW"
},
"half:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who has parents of different races; especially : a person who has a Native American parent and a white parent",
"source": "MW"
},
"half:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) a number or amount that is equal to one half of a total",
"source": "MW"
},
"half:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not well planned : foolish or stupid",
"source": "MW"
},
"half:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to an extent that is equal or nearly equal to half of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"half": {
"def": "(noun) one of two equal or nearly equal parts into which something can be divided",
"source": "MW"
},
"third:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or involving insurance that pays money to someone who is harmed by your actions",
"source": "MW"
},
"third:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who is not one of the two main people involved in a legal agreement but who is still affected by it in some way",
"source": "MW"
},
"third": {
"def": "(adjective) occupying the number three position in a series",
"source": "MW"
},
"fourth:noun": {
"def": "(noun) independence day",
"source": "MW"
},
"fourth:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) occupying the number four position in a series",
"source": "MW"
},
"fourth": {
"def": "(noun) number four in a series",
"source": "MW"
},
"fifth:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an extra person who is not needed in a group",
"source": "MW"
},
"fifth:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) occupying the number five position in a series",
"source": "MW"
},
"fifth:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to ask for something in a serious and emotional way —often + for —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"fifth": {
"def": "(noun) number five in a series",
"source": "MW"
},
"dozen:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the number 6",
"source": "MW"
},
"dozen:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) a number or amount that is equal to one half of a total",
"source": "MW"
},
"dozen:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) equal or nearly equal in size, value, amount, etc., to one half of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"dozen:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say words in order to express your thoughts, feelings, opinions, etc., to someone —often + to —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"dozen": {
"def": "(noun) a group of 12 people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"pair:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the body part at the end of your arm that includes your fingers and thumb",
"source": "MW"
},
"pair:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (two people or things) together —often used as (be) paired",
"source": "MW"
},
"pair": {
"def": "(noun) two things that are the same and are meant to be used together",
"source": "MW"
},
"few:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) selected to do or receive something special",
"source": "MW"
},
"few:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) not many people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"few:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at or to a great distance in space or time",
"source": "MW"
},
"few:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a movable piece of wood, glass, or metal that swings or slides open and shut so that people can enter or leave a room, building, vehicle, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"few": {
"def": "(adjective) not many but some—used in the phrase a few",
"source": "MW"
},
"many:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to refer to a large number of things or people —often used in negative statements",
"source": "MW"
},
"many:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) not many people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"many:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to add (people or things) together to find the total number —often + up",
"source": "MW"
},
"many:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a covering for the head that often has a brim and a rounded or flat top",
"source": "MW"
},
"many:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to an extent that is equal or nearly equal to half of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"many": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to refer to a large number of things or people —often used in negative statements",
"source": "MW"
},
"several:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) more than two but not very many",
"source": "MW"
},
"several:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) more than two but not very many",
"source": "MW"
},
"several:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of 12 people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"several": {
"def": "(adjective) more than two but not very many",
"source": "MW"
},
"number:noun": {
"def": "(noun) solid waste from the body—used mainly by children or when speaking to children",
"source": "MW"
},
"number:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give a number to (someone or something in a series) : to label or identify (people or things in a series) with a number",
"source": "MW"
},
"number:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) highest in rank or importance",
"source": "MW"
},
"number": {
"def": "(noun) a word or symbol (such as \"five\" or \"16\") that represents a specific amount or quantity",
"source": "MW"
},
"count:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to add (people or things) together to find the total number —often + up",
"source": "MW"
},
"count:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a bird that is raised by people for its eggs and meat",
"source": "MW"
},
"count": {
"def": "(verb) to add (people or things) together to find the total number —often + up",
"source": "MW"
},
"something:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) a thing that is not known, named, or specified",
"source": "MW"
},
"something:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) without help from anyone or anything else",
"source": "MW"
},
"something:noun": {
"def": "(noun) either one of the two long body parts that join the top of your body at the shoulder and that end at the hand or wrist",
"source": "MW"
},
"something:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having life : living : not dead",
"source": "MW"
},
"something": {
"def": "(pronoun) a thing that is not known, named, or specified",
"source": "MW"
},
"nothing:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) not anything : not a thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"nothing:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) only a little less than : nearly",
"source": "MW"
},
"nothing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who lacks intelligence or knowledge : a stupid or ignorant person —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"nothing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of no use or value",
"source": "MW"
},
"nothing:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) with regard to (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"nothing": {
"def": "(pronoun) not anything : not a thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"anything:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) a thing of any kind",
"source": "MW"
},
"anything:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) separated by an amount of space —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"anything:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or travel to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"anything:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very obvious : not causing or allowing doubt —sometimes used in spoken phrases that express anger",
"source": "MW"
},
"anything:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to talk about the result or effect of something that may happen or be true",
"source": "MW"
},
"anything": {
"def": "(pronoun) a thing of any kind",
"source": "MW"
},
"everything:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) a thing of any kind",
"source": "MW"
},
"everything:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have or keep (something) in your hand, arms, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"everything:noun": {
"def": "(noun) careful thought : the act of thinking carefully about something you will make a decision about",
"source": "MW"
},
"everything:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) including each person or thing in a group or series",
"source": "MW"
},
"everything:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in what manner or way : by what means",
"source": "MW"
},
"everything": {
"def": "(pronoun) every thing there is : all that exists",
"source": "MW"
},
"someone:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) the entire number, quantity, or amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"someone:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a round fruit with red, yellow, or green skin and firm white flesh —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"someone:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having life : living : not dead",
"source": "MW"
},
"someone:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) without help from anyone or anything else",
"source": "MW"
},
"someone:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say or write something when someone asks you a question : to give an answer to (a question)",
"source": "MW"
},
"someone": {
"def": "(pronoun) some person : somebody",
"source": "MW"
},
"anyone:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) any person : anybody",
"source": "MW"
},
"anyone:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the thing that is measured as seconds, minutes, hours, days, years, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"anyone:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to an exact degree or in an exact manner",
"source": "MW"
},
"anyone": {
"def": "(pronoun) any person : anybody",
"source": "MW"
},
"everyone:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) any person : anybody",
"source": "MW"
},
"everyone:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) including each person or thing in a group or series",
"source": "MW"
},
"everyone:noun": {
"def": "(noun) either one of the two soft parts that surround the mouth",
"source": "MW"
},
"everyone": {
"def": "(pronoun) every person : everybody",
"source": "MW"
},
"nobody:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) no person : no one",
"source": "MW"
},
"nobody:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who lacks good sense or judgment : a stupid or silly person",
"source": "MW"
},
"nobody:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having no mistakes or flaws",
"source": "MW"
},
"nobody": {
"def": "(pronoun) no person : no one",
"source": "MW"
},
"somebody:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) a person who is not known, named, or specified : someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"somebody:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an important person—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"somebody": {
"def": "(pronoun) a person who is not known, named, or specified : someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"somewhere:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in, at, or to a place not known, named, or specified",
"source": "MW"
},
"somewhere:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a hard flat surface for vehicles, people, and animals to travel on —often used in names",
"source": "MW"
},
"somewhere:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to obtain (something): such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"somewhere": {
"def": "(adverb) in, at, or to a place not known, named, or specified",
"source": "MW"
},
"anywhere:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in, at, or to any place —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"anywhere:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a unit of measurement equal to 5,280 feet (about 1,609 meters) —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"anywhere:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to obtain (something): such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"anywhere": {
"def": "(adverb) in, at, or to any place —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"everywhere:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in that place : at that location —used in speech when something is found",
"source": "MW"
},
"everywhere:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to direct your eyes in a particular direction —often + at",
"source": "MW"
},
"everywhere": {
"def": "(adverb) in or to every place",
"source": "MW"
},
"nowhere:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) with great speed : in a very short time : very quickly",
"source": "MW"
},
"nowhere:noun": {
"def": "(noun) praise that is not sincere",
"source": "MW"
},
"nowhere:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to guide someone to a place especially by going in front —often + to —often used as (be) led —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"nowhere": {
"def": "(adverb) not in or at any place",
"source": "MW"
},
"somehow:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that is not known or certain",
"source": "MW"
},
"somehow:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) a different or additional person or thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"somehow": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that is not known or certain",
"source": "MW"
},
"sometime:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to a very noticeable degree or extent : very",
"source": "MW"
},
"sometime:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to say what someone or something was in the past",
"source": "MW"
},
"sometime:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) a different or additional person or thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"sometime:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the thing that is measured as seconds, minutes, hours, days, years, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"sometime": {
"def": "(adverb) at an unspecified time in the future",
"source": "MW"
},
"sometimes:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at certain times : occasionally",
"source": "MW"
},
"sometimes": {
"def": "(adverb) at certain times : occasionally",
"source": "MW"
},
"whenever:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) at any or every time that",
"source": "MW"
},
"whenever:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at any time : at whatever time",
"source": "MW"
},
"whenever:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be done",
"source": "MW"
},
"whenever": {
"def": "(conjunction) at any or every time that",
"source": "MW"
},
"wherever:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in what place : where—used in questions that express surprise or confusion",
"source": "MW"
},
"wherever:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) at, in, or to any place that",
"source": "MW"
},
"wherever": {
"def": "(adverb) in what place : where—used in questions that express surprise or confusion",
"source": "MW"
},
"again:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in this place : at this location —used in speech when something is found",
"source": "MW"
},
"again:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) including each person or thing in a group or series",
"source": "MW"
},
"again:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or travel to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"again:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of two equal or nearly equal parts into which something can be divided",
"source": "MW"
},
"again": {
"def": "(adverb) for another time : one more time",
"source": "MW"
},
"already:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) fairly well : well enough",
"source": "MW"
},
"already": {
"def": "(adverb) before this time : before now : before that time",
"source": "MW"
},
"also:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) no more than",
"source": "MW"
},
"also:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who has taken part in an election or contest and did not win",
"source": "MW"
},
"also": {
"def": "(adverb) in addition",
"source": "MW"
},
"always:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at all times : on every occasion : in a way that does not change",
"source": "MW"
},
"always:verb": {
"def": "(verb) —used as the past tense of can",
"source": "MW"
},
"always:noun": {
"def": "(noun) plants that have narrow green leaves, that are eaten by cows, sheep, horses, etc., and that are commonly grown on lawns and in gardens —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"always": {
"def": "(adverb) at all times : on every occasion : in a way that does not change",
"source": "MW"
},
"away:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) from this or that place : in or to another place or direction",
"source": "MW"
},
"away:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) large in size",
"source": "MW"
},
"away:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to close and then open your eyes very quickly",
"source": "MW"
},
"away": {
"def": "(adverb) from this or that place : in or to another place or direction",
"source": "MW"
},
"down:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) from a higher to a lower place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"down:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) looking or seeming cheap or poor and dirty or worn",
"source": "MW"
},
"down:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) from a higher to a lower part of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"down:noun": {
"def": "(noun) down syndrome",
"source": "MW"
},
"down:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something) to fall to the ground",
"source": "MW"
},
"down": {
"def": "(adverb) from a higher to a lower place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"up:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) from a lower to a higher place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"up:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) including the latest information",
"source": "MW"
},
"up:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) to, toward, or at a higher point on (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"up:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a period or state of success, happiness, etc.—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"up:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) higher",
"source": "MW"
},
"up": {
"def": "(adverb) from a lower to a higher place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"ever:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) not ever : not at any time",
"source": "MW"
},
"ever:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to talk about the result or effect of something that may happen or be true",
"source": "MW"
},
"ever:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to indicate the place someone or something is going to or toward",
"source": "MW"
},
"ever:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) coming after all others in time, order, or importance : final",
"source": "MW"
},
"ever:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be alive",
"source": "MW"
},
"ever": {
"def": "(adverb) at any time",
"source": "MW"
},
"even:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) higher in quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"even:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a better way",
"source": "MW"
},
"even:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to separate (something) into parts or pieces often in a sudden and forceful or violent way",
"source": "MW"
},
"even": {
"def": "(adjective) having a flat, smooth, or level surface",
"source": "MW"
},
"enough:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing a gentle nature and a desire to help others : wanting and liking to do good things and to bring happiness to others —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"enough:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) without help from anyone or anything else",
"source": "MW"
},
"enough:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) an amount that provides what is needed or wanted : an amount that is enough",
"source": "MW"
},
"enough:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who lacks good sense or judgment : a stupid or silly person",
"source": "MW"
},
"enough:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or travel to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"enough": {
"def": "(adjective) equal to what is needed",
"source": "MW"
},
"finally:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at the end of a period of time : after a long time",
"source": "MW"
},
"finally": {
"def": "(adverb) at the end of a period of time : after a long time",
"source": "MW"
},
"here:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in this place : at this location —used in speech when something is found",
"source": "MW"
},
"here:interjection": {
"def": "(interjection) —used to say that you are present",
"source": "MW"
},
"here:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a male animal (such as a male deer)",
"source": "MW"
},
"here:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to direct your eyes in a particular direction —often + at",
"source": "MW"
},
"here:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used with nor to indicate two or more people, things, actions, etc., about which something is not true",
"source": "MW"
},
"here": {
"def": "(adverb) in this place : at this location —used in speech when something is found",
"source": "MW"
},
"there:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) entirely or completely —often used to make a statement more forceful",
"source": "MW"
},
"there:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) brought into life by the process of birth",
"source": "MW"
},
"there:interjection": {
"def": "(interjection) —used to attract attention",
"source": "MW"
},
"there:noun": {
"def": "(noun) that place",
"source": "MW"
},
"there:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say that something is not true",
"source": "MW"
},
"there": {
"def": "(adverb) in that place : at that location —used in speech when something is found",
"source": "MW"
},
"just:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to indicate a person or thing that is not particular or specific",
"source": "MW"
},
"just:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to the same degree or amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"just:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) any person : anybody",
"source": "MW"
},
"just:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) for the reason that",
"source": "MW"
},
"just": {
"def": "(adjective) agreeing with what is considered morally right or good : fair",
"source": "MW"
},
"never:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) only a little less than : nearly",
"source": "MW"
},
"never:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or seeming to have no end : endless",
"source": "MW"
},
"never:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of beating",
"source": "MW"
},
"never:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stop happening : to end",
"source": "MW"
},
"never": {
"def": "(adverb) not ever : not at any time",
"source": "MW"
},
"now:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to stress something that is surprising or unlikely",
"source": "MW"
},
"now:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) since something is true : because of the fact that something happened —usually + that",
"source": "MW"
},
"now:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the day the world ends or is destroyed",
"source": "MW"
},
"now:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to prepare (food) for eating especially by using heat",
"source": "MW"
},
"now": {
"def": "(adverb) at the present time —often used to show that you are annoyed about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"once:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) for another time : one more time",
"source": "MW"
},
"once:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a quick look or examination",
"source": "MW"
},
"once:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) at the moment when : as soon as",
"source": "MW"
},
"once:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) the entire number, quantity, or amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"once:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to press down on or cut into (someone or something) with the teeth —often + off —often + down, into, or through",
"source": "MW"
},
"once:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) including each person or thing in a group or series",
"source": "MW"
},
"once:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to indicate the place someone or something is going to or toward",
"source": "MW"
},
"once": {
"def": "(adverb) one time only",
"source": "MW"
},
"out:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a direction away from the inside or center of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"out:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to indicate that a person or animal is looking at something that is outside of a building, room, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"out:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to tell people that (someone) is a homosexual",
"source": "MW"
},
"out:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an experience in which you have a feeling of being separated from your body and in which you can look at yourself and other people from the outside",
"source": "MW"
},
"out:prefix": {
"def": "(prefix) in a manner that is greater, better, or more than something else",
"source": "MW"
},
"out:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) no longer useful or acceptable : not modern or current",
"source": "MW"
},
"out": {
"def": "(adverb) in a direction away from the inside or center of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"quite:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to say something might happen, exist, or be true but is not certain",
"source": "MW"
},
"quite:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is opposite to something else —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"quite:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not many but some—used in the phrase a few",
"source": "MW"
},
"quite:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) not many people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"quite": {
"def": "(adverb) to a very noticeable degree or extent : very",
"source": "MW"
},
"rather:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at a time that is not long from now",
"source": "MW"
},
"rather:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to introduce another choice or possibility",
"source": "MW"
},
"rather:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a statement that tells you what is or is not allowed in a particular game, situation, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"rather:verb": {
"def": "(verb) —used to indicate what someone said or thought about what was going to happen or be done",
"source": "MW"
},
"rather": {
"def": "(adverb) to some degree or extent —often used to make a statement less forceful",
"source": "MW"
},
"really:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to refer to what is true or real",
"source": "MW"
},
"really:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to perform (an action or activity)",
"source": "MW"
},
"really": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to refer to what is true or real",
"source": "MW"
},
"so:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to a degree that is suggested or stated —often + that —often used with as when making a comparison, when giving an example of some quality, or when describing someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"so:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) —used to refer to something that has just been stated or suggested",
"source": "MW"
},
"so:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) for that reason : and therefore",
"source": "MW"
},
"so:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to indicate the name that is commonly or usually used for something",
"source": "MW"
},
"so:abbreviation": {
"def": "(abbreviation) significant other",
"source": "MW"
},
"so:noun": {
"def": "(noun) —used when the name of a person is unknown or not important",
"source": "MW"
},
"so": {
"def": "(adverb) to a degree that is suggested or stated —often + that —often used with as when making a comparison, when giving an example of some quality, or when describing someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"soon:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to an exact degree or in an exact manner",
"source": "MW"
},
"soon:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to make comparisons —usually used in the phrase as…as —sometimes used in negative phrases with so",
"source": "MW"
},
"soon:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very short period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"soon:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be done",
"source": "MW"
},
"soon": {
"def": "(adverb) at a time that is not long from now",
"source": "MW"
},
"then:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in the exact location, position, or moment that is mentioned",
"source": "MW"
},
"then:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) including each person or thing in a group or series",
"source": "MW"
},
"then:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to introduce a statement that adds something to a previous statement and usually contrasts with it in some way",
"source": "MW"
},
"then": {
"def": "(adverb) at that time : at the time mentioned",
"source": "MW"
},
"too:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) entirely or completely —often used to make a statement more forceful",
"source": "MW"
},
"too:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) intelligent and able to learn things quickly",
"source": "MW"
},
"too:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sweet baked food made from a mixture of flour, sugar, and other ingredients (such as eggs and butter) —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"too:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to speak in a loud voice",
"source": "MW"
},
"too": {
"def": "(adverb) in addition : also —often used for emphasis",
"source": "MW"
},
"very:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to a great degree : extremely—used for emphasis before adjectives and adverbs —often used in negative statements",
"source": "MW"
},
"very:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) unable to be found",
"source": "MW"
},
"very:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of strong or constant affection for a person —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"very": {
"def": "(adverb) to a great degree : extremely—used for emphasis before adjectives and adverbs —often used in negative statements",
"source": "MW"
},
"well:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a better way",
"source": "MW"
},
"well:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) wise or sensible",
"source": "MW"
},
"well:interjection": {
"def": "(interjection) —used to show that you are unsure about something you are saying",
"source": "MW"
},
"well:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a deep hole made in the ground through which water can be removed",
"source": "MW"
},
"well:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to rise to a surface and flow out—usually + up —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"well": {
"def": "(adverb) in a successful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"yet:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to an exact degree or in an exact manner",
"source": "MW"
},
"yet:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to introduce a statement that adds something to a previous statement and usually contrasts with it in some way",
"source": "MW"
},
"yet:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) existing or happening near the beginning of a period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"yet:verb": {
"def": "(verb) —used to indicate the identity of a person or thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"yet:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a period of 24 hours beginning at midnight : one of the seven time periods that make up a week",
"source": "MW"
},
"yet": {
"def": "(adverb) until now : so far",
"source": "MW"
},
"forward:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) toward the front : to or toward what is ahead or in front",
"source": "MW"
},
"forward:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) thinking about the future : forward-looking",
"source": "MW"
},
"forward:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (a recording) to go forward at a speed that is faster than normal",
"source": "MW"
},
"forward:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a function that causes a recording (such as a videotape) to go forward at a speed that is faster than normal",
"source": "MW"
},
"forward": {
"def": "(adverb) toward the front : to or toward what is ahead or in front",
"source": "MW"
},
"ahead:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) completely or totally",
"source": "MW"
},
"ahead:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a smooth, rounded line, shape, path, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"ahead:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in, at, or to a place before (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"ahead:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) somewhat cold : not warm or hot",
"source": "MW"
},
"ahead:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use a sharp tool (such as a knife) to open or divide (something, such as paper or wood) —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"ahead": {
"def": "(adverb) in or toward the front",
"source": "MW"
},
"around:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) entirely or completely —often used to make a statement more forceful",
"source": "MW"
},
"around:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) on all sides of (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"around:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or involving many different things : considered in a general way",
"source": "MW"
},
"around:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large white ocean bird that has very long wings",
"source": "MW"
},
"around:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say or write something to someone as a way of gaining information : to request an answer to a question —often + about —often + if or whether —often + why, what, etc. —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"around": {
"def": "(adverb) in a circle",
"source": "MW"
},
"together:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at or to a short distance or time away",
"source": "MW"
},
"together:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) confident, organized, and able to deal with problems in a calm and skillful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"together:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person's or animal's whole physical self —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"together:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to come with (something or someone) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"together": {
"def": "(adverb) with each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"along:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in a line matching the length or direction of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"along:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that is known by many people : in a famous manner",
"source": "MW"
},
"along:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone or something that causes a lot of people to come to a place : attraction",
"source": "MW"
},
"along:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to obtain (something): such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"along": {
"def": "(preposition) in a line matching the length or direction of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"off:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) away from a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"off:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to indicate separation, distance, or removal from someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"off:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not exactly in the center of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"off:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move your hand or something held in your hand usually in a repeated motion in order to signal or greet someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"off": {
"def": "(adverb) away from a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"over:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in an upward and forward direction across something",
"source": "MW"
},
"over:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) from, to, or at a place that is higher than (someone or something) : above",
"source": "MW"
},
"over:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) sick because you drank too much alcohol at an earlier time : suffering from a hangover",
"source": "MW"
},
"over:prefix": {
"def": "(prefix) too much or too great",
"source": "MW"
},
"over:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a quick look or examination",
"source": "MW"
},
"over": {
"def": "(adverb) in an upward and forward direction across something",
"source": "MW"
},
"through:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) into one side and out the other side of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"through:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) from one side or end to the other",
"source": "MW"
},
"through:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) thin enough to be seen through",
"source": "MW"
},
"through:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move your hand or something held in your hand usually in a repeated motion in order to signal or greet someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"through:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a business that provides a particular service",
"source": "MW"
},
"through": {
"def": "(preposition) into one side and out the other side of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"across:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) from one side to the other side of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"across:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) from one side to the other",
"source": "MW"
},
"across:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) affecting everyone or everything in a group",
"source": "MW"
},
"across:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an idea that you try to make other people accept or understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"across:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone or something) to be in a particular place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"across": {
"def": "(preposition) from one side to the other side of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"inside:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the work that a person does regularly in order to earn money",
"source": "MW"
},
"inside:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) located on or near the inner side, edge, or surface of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"inside:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in or into the inner part of (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"inside:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) far into or below the surface of something —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"inside": {
"def": "(noun) an inner side, edge, or surface of something—usually singular —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"outside:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the whole system or set of rules made by the government of a town, state, country, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"outside:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) located on or near an outer side, edge, or surface of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"outside:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in or to a place that is near but separate from another place",
"source": "MW"
},
"outside:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in a place that is near but separate from (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"outside": {
"def": "(noun) an area around or near something (such as a building)",
"source": "MW"
},
"about:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a circle",
"source": "MW"
},
"about:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to indicate the object of a thought, feeling, or action",
"source": "MW"
},
"about:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a man who goes to many popular parties, clubs, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"about:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause or allow (something, such as part of your body) to hit something in a way that makes a loud noise",
"source": "MW"
},
"about": {
"def": "(adverb) almost or nearly",
"source": "MW"
},
"above:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in or to a higher place",
"source": "MW"
},
"above:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) on or to the farther part or side of (something) : at a greater distance than (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"above:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) mentioned at an earlier point in the same document : written above",
"source": "MW"
},
"above:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) the entire number, quantity, or amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"above:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the surface of the earth",
"source": "MW"
},
"above:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to obtain (something): such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"above": {
"def": "(adverb) in or to a higher place",
"source": "MW"
},
"after:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) following in time : at a later time",
"source": "MW"
},
"after:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) at a time following (something or someone) : later than (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"after:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) later than the time that : later than when",
"source": "MW"
},
"after:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) wanted by many people and hard to get or find",
"source": "MW"
},
"after:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something added to something else to make it more useful, attractive, or effective",
"source": "MW"
},
"after:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) the entire number, quantity, or amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"after": {
"def": "(adverb) following in time : at a later time",
"source": "MW"
},
"against:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in opposition to (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"against:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of a scene or picture that is farthest from the viewer : the part of a scene that is behind a main figure or object in a painting, photograph, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"against:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to come with (something or someone) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"against:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to make comparisons —usually used in the phrase as…as —sometimes used in negative phrases with so",
"source": "MW"
},
"against": {
"def": "(preposition) in opposition to (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"before:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at an earlier time",
"source": "MW"
},
"before:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) at a time preceding (something or someone) : earlier than (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"before:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) earlier than the time that : earlier than when",
"source": "MW"
},
"before:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a wagon with two wheels that is pulled by an animal (such as a horse or donkey)",
"source": "MW"
},
"before:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move (something) while holding and supporting it —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"before": {
"def": "(adverb) at an earlier time",
"source": "MW"
},
"behind:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at or to a short distance or time away",
"source": "MW"
},
"behind:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in or to a place at the back of or to the rear of (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"behind:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of furniture with a flat surface that workers and customers stand on opposite sides of when doing business in a store, restaurant, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"behind:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) covering an opening : having an opening that is covered",
"source": "MW"
},
"behind": {
"def": "(adverb) in or toward the back",
"source": "MW"
},
"below:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in or to a lower place",
"source": "MW"
},
"below:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in or to a lower place than (something) : beneath",
"source": "MW"
},
"below:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the quality or state of being physically strong",
"source": "MW"
},
"below": {
"def": "(adverb) in or to a lower place",
"source": "MW"
},
"beside:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) by the side of (someone or something) : next to (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"beside:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place, space, or direction that is away from or beyond the center of something —often used with on or to",
"source": "MW"
},
"beside:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not able or likely to be hurt or harmed in any way : not in danger",
"source": "MW"
},
"beside": {
"def": "(preposition) by the side of (someone or something) : next to (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"between:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in the space that separates (two things or people) —often used figuratively —often used in the phrase in between",
"source": "MW"
},
"between:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in the space separating two things or people —often used in the phrase in between",
"source": "MW"
},
"between:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the light of the sun and sky during the day : the natural light of day",
"source": "MW"
},
"between:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move toward someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"between": {
"def": "(preposition) in the space that separates (two things or people) —often used figuratively —often used in the phrase in between",
"source": "MW"
},
"beyond:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) on or to the farther part or side",
"source": "MW"
},
"beyond:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in or to a higher place than (something) : over",
"source": "MW"
},
"beyond:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a condition or fact that affects a situation —usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"beyond:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to complain about things that are not important",
"source": "MW"
},
"beyond": {
"def": "(adverb) on or to the farther part or side",
"source": "MW"
},
"during:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) throughout the entire time of (an event, period, occurrence, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"during": {
"def": "(preposition) throughout the entire time of (an event, period, occurrence, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"except:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) not including (someone or something) : other than (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"except:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to introduce a statement that indicates the only person or thing that is not included in or referred to by a previous statement",
"source": "MW"
},
"except:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to leave out (someone or something) : to not include (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"except": {
"def": "(preposition) not including (someone or something) : other than (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"from:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to indicate the starting point of a physical movement or action",
"source": "MW"
},
"from:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the amount of time during which a person or animal has lived —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"from:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) entirely or completely —often used to make a statement more forceful",
"source": "MW"
},
"from": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to indicate the starting point of a physical movement or action",
"source": "MW"
},
"into:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) to or toward the inside of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"into:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take (something) to a person or place",
"source": "MW"
},
"into:noun": {
"def": "(noun) money that is owed and that has not been paid when it should be",
"source": "MW"
},
"into": {
"def": "(preposition) to or toward the inside of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"onto:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) to a position that is on (something, such as a surface, area, or object) —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"onto:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take or get (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"onto:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done or happening every day",
"source": "MW"
},
"onto": {
"def": "(preposition) to a position that is on (something, such as a surface, area, or object) —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"since:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in the time after (a specified time or event in the past) : from (a point in the past) until the present time",
"source": "MW"
},
"since:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) in the period after the time when",
"source": "MW"
},
"since:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) for or during a long time : for many years, days, hours, etc. —sometimes used in combination",
"source": "MW"
},
"since:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a unit of time that is equal to 12 months or 365 or sometimes 366 days",
"source": "MW"
},
"since:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cut something with a sharp object (such as a knife) —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"since:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) what or which time",
"source": "MW"
},
"since": {
"def": "(preposition) in the time after (a specified time or event in the past) : from (a point in the past) until the present time",
"source": "MW"
},
"than:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to introduce the second or last of two or more things or people that are being compared—used with the comparative form of an adjective or adverb",
"source": "MW"
},
"than:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) when compared to—used with pronouns in the objective case (me, her, him, them, and us) in the same way that the conjunction than is used with pronouns in the subjective case (I, she, he, they, and we)",
"source": "MW"
},
"than:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) enough for some need or requirement",
"source": "MW"
},
"than:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the short, loud sound made by a dog; also : a similar sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"than:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) a thing of any kind",
"source": "MW"
},
"than:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to discuss an agreement or price in order to make it more appealing",
"source": "MW"
},
"than": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to introduce the second or last of two or more things or people that are being compared—used with the comparative form of an adjective or adverb",
"source": "MW"
},
"toward:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in the direction of (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"toward:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to show someone where to look by moving your finger or an object held in your hand in a particular direction —often + at —often + to —often + toward",
"source": "MW"
},
"toward:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the body that you see with",
"source": "MW"
},
"toward:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) held in place or made heavier by a weight",
"source": "MW"
},
"toward": {
"def": "(preposition) in the direction of (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"under:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in or to a lower place than (something) : below or beneath (something) : underneath",
"source": "MW"
},
"under:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in or into motion",
"source": "MW"
},
"under:prefix": {
"def": "(prefix) less than an expected or correct number or amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"under:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a quality that causes people to like someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"under": {
"def": "(preposition) in or to a lower place than (something) : below or beneath (something) : underneath",
"source": "MW"
},
"until:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) up to (a particular time)—used to indicate the time when a particular situation, activity, or period ends",
"source": "MW"
},
"until:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) up to the time or point that",
"source": "MW"
},
"until:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening as someone dies : relating to someone's death",
"source": "MW"
},
"until:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a point that marks the limit of something : the point at which something no longer continues to happen or exist",
"source": "MW"
},
"until": {
"def": "(preposition) up to (a particular time)—used to indicate the time when a particular situation, activity, or period ends",
"source": "MW"
},
"upon:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to say that someone or something is very close or has arrived",
"source": "MW"
},
"upon:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling that someone is taking advantage of you or treating you unfairly",
"source": "MW"
},
"upon:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit (something) repeatedly",
"source": "MW"
},
"upon:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of furniture that people sleep on",
"source": "MW"
},
"upon": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to say that someone or something is very close or has arrived",
"source": "MW"
},
"within:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) inside (a certain area or space)",
"source": "MW"
},
"within:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) inside something",
"source": "MW"
},
"within:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the distance within which someone's voice can be heard",
"source": "MW"
},
"within:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not hard to do : not difficult",
"source": "MW"
},
"within": {
"def": "(preposition) inside (a certain area or space)",
"source": "MW"
},
"without:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) not having or including (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"without:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) not having something",
"source": "MW"
},
"without:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not present at a usual or expected place —often + from",
"source": "MW"
},
"without:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a good or helpful result or effect",
"source": "MW"
},
"without:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to close and open (your eyes or eyelashes) very quickly several times especially as a way of flirting",
"source": "MW"
},
"without": {
"def": "(preposition) not having or including (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"human:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or affecting people",
"source": "MW"
},
"human:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a living thing that is not a human being or plant —often used to refer specifically to mammals as distinguished from other living things (such as fish and birds)",
"source": "MW"
},
"human": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or affecting people",
"source": "MW"
},
"such:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not named or specified",
"source": "MW"
},
"such:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) something that is not specified",
"source": "MW"
},
"such:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at any time",
"source": "MW"
},
"such:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to grow, change, etc., that separates plants and animals from things like water or rocks",
"source": "MW"
},
"such": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to say that something is great in degree, quality, or number",
"source": "MW"
},
"gentle:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing a kind and quiet nature : not harsh or violent",
"source": "MW"
},
"gentle": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing a kind and quiet nature : not harsh or violent",
"source": "MW"
},
"natural:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to do something well immediately or from the very first time",
"source": "MW"
},
"natural:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the process by which plants and animals that can adapt to changes in their environment are able to survive and reproduce while those that cannot adapt do not survive",
"source": "MW"
},
"natural": {
"def": "(adjective) existing in nature and not made or caused by people : coming from nature",
"source": "MW"
},
"physical:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) proper or acceptable : morally or socially correct—often + for —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"physical:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the quality or state of being physically strong",
"source": "MW"
},
"physical": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to the body of a person instead of the mind",
"source": "MW"
},
"personal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) belonging or relating to a particular person",
"source": "MW"
},
"personal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the best person or thing : the best group of people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"personal": {
"def": "(adjective) belonging or relating to a particular person",
"source": "MW"
},
"social:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or involving activities in which people spend time talking to each other or doing enjoyable things with each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"social:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a program in which the government provides money to people who are unable to work because they are old, disabled, or unemployed",
"source": "MW"
},
"social": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or involving activities in which people spend time talking to each other or doing enjoyable things with each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"special:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) different from what is normal or usual; especially : unusual in a good way : better or more important than others",
"source": "MW"
},
"special:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a part of an army made up of soldiers specially trained to fight against enemies (such as guerrilla forces or terrorists) who do not belong to a regular army",
"source": "MW"
},
"special": {
"def": "(adjective) different from what is normal or usual; especially : unusual in a good way : better or more important than others",
"source": "MW"
},
"local:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or occurring in a particular area, city, or town",
"source": "MW"
},
"local:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being famous or celebrated : fame",
"source": "MW"
},
"local": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or occurring in a particular area, city, or town",
"source": "MW"
},
"national:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to an entire nation or country",
"source": "MW"
},
"national:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an area of land that is owned and protected by a national government because of its natural beauty or its importance to history or science",
"source": "MW"
},
"national": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to an entire nation or country",
"source": "MW"
},
"common:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe a relationship between a man and a woman that is considered to be a marriage because the man and woman have lived together for a long period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"common:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a room that may be used by all members of a group of people in a school, residential community, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"common": {
"def": "(adjective) belonging to or shared by two or more people or groups",
"source": "MW"
},
"general:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be used for many purposes : not limited to a single purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"general:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a store usually in a small town that sells many different things including groceries",
"source": "MW"
},
"general": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or affecting all the people or things in a group : involving or including many or most people",
"source": "MW"
},
"normal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) usual or ordinary : not strange",
"source": "MW"
},
"normal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act of running",
"source": "MW"
},
"normal:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to come or go to a place again : to come back or go back again —often + from or to",
"source": "MW"
},
"normal": {
"def": "(adjective) usual or ordinary : not strange",
"source": "MW"
},
"serious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having an important or dangerous possible result",
"source": "MW"
},
"serious": {
"def": "(adjective) having an important or dangerous possible result",
"source": "MW"
},
"terrible:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very shocking and upsetting",
"source": "MW"
},
"terrible:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a young and successful person who is sometimes shocking and does things in a way that is very different from normal",
"source": "MW"
},
"terrible:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to demand and get (something, such as payment or revenge) especially by using force or threats",
"source": "MW"
},
"terrible": {
"def": "(adjective) very shocking and upsetting",
"source": "MW"
},
"horrible:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing horror : very shocking and upsetting",
"source": "MW"
},
"horrible": {
"def": "(adjective) causing horror : very shocking and upsetting",
"source": "MW"
},
"awful:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very bad or unpleasant : awful",
"source": "MW"
},
"awful:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) very or extremely : awfully",
"source": "MW"
},
"awful:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small piece of land that is or could be used for building something or for some other purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"awful": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely bad or unpleasant",
"source": "MW"
},
"excellent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very good : extremely good",
"source": "MW"
},
"excellent:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a way of living or existing",
"source": "MW"
},
"excellent": {
"def": "(adjective) very good : extremely good",
"source": "MW"
},
"perfect:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having an appearance or quality that is exactly right : completely perfect",
"source": "MW"
},
"perfect:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something good) perfect or better",
"source": "MW"
},
"perfect:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a verb tense that is used to refer to an action that will be completed by a specified time in the future",
"source": "MW"
},
"perfect": {
"def": "(adjective) having no mistakes or flaws",
"source": "MW"
},
"complete:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) complete and total",
"source": "MW"
},
"complete:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to finish making or doing (something) : to bring (something) to an end or to a finished state",
"source": "MW"
},
"complete:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an unexpected event, piece of information, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"complete": {
"def": "(adjective) having all necessary parts : not lacking anything —often used in book titles",
"source": "MW"
},
"total:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) complete or absolute",
"source": "MW"
},
"total:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an unexpected event, piece of information, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"total:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to produce (a total) when added together",
"source": "MW"
},
"total": {
"def": "(adjective) complete or absolute",
"source": "MW"
},
"final:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or coming at the end",
"source": "MW"
},
"final:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of calculating the amount of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"final": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or coming at the end",
"source": "MW"
},
"main:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) most important : chief principal",
"source": "MW"
},
"main:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a shallow container that you cook or serve food in; specifically : a shallow bowl",
"source": "MW"
},
"main": {
"def": "(adjective) most important : chief principal",
"source": "MW"
},
"single:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done by one person",
"source": "MW"
},
"single:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a kind of whiskey that comes from one place and that is not blended with other kinds of whiskey—often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"single:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit a single in baseball",
"source": "MW"
},
"single": {
"def": "(adjective) not having or including another : only one —sometimes used to emphasize the largeness or importance of something —sometimes used in negative statements to emphasize that there is a complete lack of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"double:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe an experiment that is done so that neither the people who are doing the experiment nor the people who are the subjects of the experiment know which of the groups being studied is the control group and which is the test group",
"source": "MW"
},
"double:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something) to become two times as great or as many",
"source": "MW"
},
"double:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very difficult situation that has no good solution—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"double:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) two times as many or as much",
"source": "MW"
},
"double": {
"def": "(adjective) made of two parts that are similar or exactly the same",
"source": "MW"
},
"simple:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not mixed with anything else",
"source": "MW"
},
"simple:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of happiness, enjoyment, or satisfaction : a pleasant or pleasing feeling",
"source": "MW"
},
"simple": {
"def": "(adjective) not hard to understand or do",
"source": "MW"
},
"basic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) forming or relating to the most important part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"basic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that makes life easier or more pleasant —usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"basic": {
"def": "(adjective) forming or relating to the most important part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"similar:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) almost the same as someone or something else",
"source": "MW"
},
"similar": {
"def": "(adjective) almost the same as someone or something else",
"source": "MW"
},
"likely:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to indicate the chance that something will happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"likely:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) very extremely—used to make an angry or critical statement more forceful",
"source": "MW"
},
"likely:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a description of how something happened —often + about or of",
"source": "MW"
},
"likely": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to indicate the chance that something will happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"asleep:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) in a state of sleep : sleeping",
"source": "MW"
},
"asleep:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to an extent that is equal or nearly equal to half of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"asleep:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act of closing and opening one eye very quickly often as a way of giving a secret signal or private message to someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"asleep": {
"def": "(adjective) in a state of sleep : sleeping",
"source": "MW"
},
"aware:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) knowing that something (such as a situation, condition, or problem) exists —often + of —often + that",
"source": "MW"
},
"aware:noun": {
"def": "(noun) knowledge and awareness of your own personality or character",
"source": "MW"
},
"aware": {
"def": "(adjective) knowing that something (such as a situation, condition, or problem) exists —often + of —often + that",
"source": "MW"
},
"unable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not able to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"unable": {
"def": "(adjective) not able to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"worth:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to indicate the value of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"worth:noun": {
"def": "(noun) anything at all—usually used in negative statements",
"source": "MW"
},
"worth": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to indicate the value of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"actual:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) real and not merely possible or imagined : existing in fact",
"source": "MW"
},
"actual": {
"def": "(adjective) real and not merely possible or imagined : existing in fact",
"source": "MW"
},
"recent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or beginning not long ago",
"source": "MW"
},
"recent:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the point or place where something begins or is created : the source or cause of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"recent": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or beginning not long ago",
"source": "MW"
},
"direct:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone or something) to turn, move, or point in a particular way",
"source": "MW"
},
"direct:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) going the shortest distance from one place to another : going straight without turning or stopping",
"source": "MW"
},
"direct:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a direct way: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"direct:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of saying something that is opposite or very different in meaning to something else",
"source": "MW"
},
"direct": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone or something) to turn, move, or point in a particular way",
"source": "MW"
},
"form:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the two final years of secondary school in Britain for students aged 16 to 18",
"source": "MW"
},
"form:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to form (something) again",
"source": "MW"
},
"form:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) created or done in any way you choose : not required to have particular patterns or forms",
"source": "MW"
},
"form": {
"def": "(noun) a type or kind of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"tear:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to fill with tears —often + up",
"source": "MW"
},
"tear:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a leg or arm",
"source": "MW"
},
"tear": {
"def": "(verb) to separate (something) into parts by pulling it, cutting it, etc. : to rip, split, or open (something) quickly or violently",
"source": "MW"
},
"faith:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long or high jump",
"source": "MW"
},
"faith:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to continue having or holding (something) : to not return, lose, sell, give away, or throw away (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"faith": {
"def": "(noun) strong belief or trust in someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"ridge:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long area of land that is on top of a mountain or hill",
"source": "MW"
},
"ridge": {
"def": "(noun) a long area of land that is on top of a mountain or hill",
"source": "MW"
},
"spirit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a specific height",
"source": "MW"
},
"spirit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something or someone) to go from one place or position to another",
"source": "MW"
},
"spirit": {
"def": "(noun) the force within a person that is believed to give the body life, energy, and power",
"source": "MW"
},
"ability:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the best person or thing : the best group of people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"ability:noun suffix": {
"def": "(noun suffix) ability, fitness, or likeliness to act or be acted on in (such) a way",
"source": "MW"
},
"ability": {
"def": "(noun) the power or skill to do something —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"fear:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to grow, change, etc., that separates plants and animals from things like water or rocks",
"source": "MW"
},
"fear:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to walk —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"fear:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) not ever : not at any time",
"source": "MW"
},
"fear": {
"def": "(noun) an unpleasant emotion caused by being aware of danger : a feeling of being afraid",
"source": "MW"
},
"hope:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be alive",
"source": "MW"
},
"hope:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of the lines of light that you can see coming from an object",
"source": "MW"
},
"hope:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) no more than",
"source": "MW"
},
"hope:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) deeply religious : devoted to a particular religion",
"source": "MW"
},
"hope": {
"def": "(verb) to want something to happen or be true and think that it could happen or be true —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"fact:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person in a store whose job is to add up the cost of customers' purchases and take payment for them",
"source": "MW"
},
"fact:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) real and not merely possible or imagined : existing in fact",
"source": "MW"
},
"fact:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to think about (something or someone) carefully especially in order to make a choice or decision",
"source": "MW"
},
"fact:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) without being prevented by (something)—used to say that something happens or is true even though there is something that might prevent it from happening or being true",
"source": "MW"
},
"fact": {
"def": "(noun) something that truly exists or happens : something that has actual existence —often used in the phrase the fact that",
"source": "MW"
},
"thought:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the things that people and animals eat",
"source": "MW"
},
"thought:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause or allow someone to have (something) as a present : to make a present of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"thought:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) carefully considered and formed",
"source": "MW"
},
"thought": {
"def": "(noun) an idea, plan, opinion, picture, etc., that is formed in your mind : something that you think of",
"source": "MW"
},
"feeling:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a kind of grain that is widely grown—often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"feeling:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go down below the surface of water, mud, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"feeling:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) behaving in a secret and dishonest manner",
"source": "MW"
},
"feeling": {
"def": "(noun) an awareness by your body of something in it or on it : sensation",
"source": "MW"
},
"mind:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the way someone is feeling : a person's emotional state : mood",
"source": "MW"
},
"mind:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be bothered by (something) : to object to or dislike (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"mind:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very dull or boring",
"source": "MW"
},
"mind": {
"def": "(noun) the part of a person that thinks, reasons, feels, and remembers",
"source": "MW"
},
"soul:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person's or animal's whole physical self —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"soul:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing a person to feel very unhappy or depressed",
"source": "MW"
},
"soul:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something or someone) holy by saying a special prayer",
"source": "MW"
},
"soul": {
"def": "(noun) the spiritual part of a person that is believed to give life to the body and in many religions is believed to live forever",
"source": "MW"
},
"danger:noun": {
"def": "(noun) extra money that someone is paid for doing work that is dangerous —called also (US) danger pay, danger money",
"source": "MW"
},
"danger:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to act in a way that shows that you want or intend to get married",
"source": "MW"
},
"danger": {
"def": "(noun) the possibility that you will be hurt or killed",
"source": "MW"
},
"chance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the soul of a dead person thought of as living in an unseen world or as appearing to living people —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"chance:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to accept the danger of (doing something) : risk",
"source": "MW"
},
"chance:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not attached to or covering something : not on",
"source": "MW"
},
"chance": {
"def": "(noun) an opportunity to do something : an amount of time or a situation in which something can be done —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"choice:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a situation in which you are supposed to make a choice but do not have a real choice because there is only one thing you can have or do",
"source": "MW"
},
"choice:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) believing that pregnant women should have the right to choose to have an abortion",
"source": "MW"
},
"choice:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have a bad effect on (something) : to damage or ruin (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"choice": {
"def": "(noun) the act of choosing : the act of picking or deciding between two or more possibilities",
"source": "MW"
},
"deal:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use a sharp tool (such as a knife) to open or divide (something, such as paper or wood) —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"deal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a hard hit using a part of the body or an object",
"source": "MW"
},
"deal": {
"def": "(verb) to give cards to the players in a card game —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"period:noun": {
"def": "(noun) punishment for something that was done in the past",
"source": "MW"
},
"period:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not used for growing crops : not planted",
"source": "MW"
},
"period:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to sit on eggs so that they will be kept warm and will hatch",
"source": "MW"
},
"period": {
"def": "(noun) a length of time during which a series of events or an action takes place or is completed —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"space:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a special suit that is designed to keep astronauts alive in outer space",
"source": "MW"
},
"space:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to place or arrange (things) so that there is a particular amount of space between them —often + out",
"source": "MW"
},
"space:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very modern",
"source": "MW"
},
"space": {
"def": "(noun) the amount of an area, room, surface, etc., that is empty or available for use",
"source": "MW"
},
"distance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the distance from which something can be easily reached —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"distance:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to show that you are not involved with someone or something : to end a connection to or relationship with someone or something—usually + from",
"source": "MW"
},
"distance:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) going or covering a great distance",
"source": "MW"
},
"distance": {
"def": "(noun) the amount of space between two places or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"direction:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a movement made by lifting your foot and putting it down in a different place",
"source": "MW"
},
"direction:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"direction": {
"def": "(noun) the course or path on which something is moving or pointing —often used after in",
"source": "MW"
},
"position:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the power to give orders or make decisions : the power or right to direct or control someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"position:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do something in an effort to get an advantage —often used in the phrase jockey for position",
"source": "MW"
},
"position:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) revealing something that is improper or embarrassing",
"source": "MW"
},
"position": {
"def": "(noun) the place where someone or something is in relation to other people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"surface:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a missile that is fired from the ground or a ship and directed at a target on the ground",
"source": "MW"
},
"surface:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to rub your skin with something sharp (such as your fingernails) especially in order to stop an itch —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"surface:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) involving only the parts that are easy to see or notice : superficial",
"source": "MW"
},
"surface": {
"def": "(noun) an outside part or layer of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"shape:noun": {
"def": "(noun) how someone or something does something : how someone or something behaves, appears, feels, etc.—usually singular —often followed by to + verb —often used with in",
"source": "MW"
},
"shape:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit (a person or animal) with a whip or with something that is like a whip",
"source": "MW"
},
"shape:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a shape that is changed by bending : not straight",
"source": "MW"
},
"shape": {
"def": "(noun) the form or outline of an object",
"source": "MW"
},
"size:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sticky substance that is used to make a material (such as paper) stiff or smooth or to attach something (such as wallpaper) to a surface —called also size",
"source": "MW"
},
"size:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cover (something, such as paper) with a sticky substance (called sizing) in order to make it stiff or smooth or to attach something else to it",
"source": "MW"
},
"size:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having the same size as a real person or thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"size": {
"def": "(noun) the total amount of physical space that a person or thing occupies : how large or small someone or something is",
"source": "MW"
},
"age:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a time in the distant past when a large part of the world was covered with ice",
"source": "MW"
},
"age:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become old or older",
"source": "MW"
},
"age:noun suffix": {
"def": "(noun suffix) action, process, or result of",
"source": "MW"
},
"age:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very old : having existed for a very long time",
"source": "MW"
},
"age": {
"def": "(noun) the amount of time during which a person or animal has lived —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"rest:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a situation or occurrence that is an instance or example of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"rest:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stop doing work or an activity : to spend time relaxing, sleeping, or doing nothing after you have been active or doing work",
"source": "MW"
},
"rest:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) sure or certain to happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"rest": {
"def": "(noun) a period of time in which you relax, sleep, or do nothing after you have been active or doing work —usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"breath:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a test that is used by the police to measure how much alcohol a person has drunk",
"source": "MW"
},
"breath:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to keep (someone or something) safe : to stop (someone or something) from dying or being hurt, damaged, or lost",
"source": "MW"
},
"breath:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) extending a small distance from one end to the other end : having little length : not long",
"source": "MW"
},
"breath": {
"def": "(noun) the air that you take into your lungs and send out from your lungs when you breathe : air that is inhaled and exhaled in breathing —sometimes used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"sign:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a symbol = used to show that two numbers are equal —called also equals sign",
"source": "MW"
},
"sign:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to write (your name) on something",
"source": "MW"
},
"sign": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of paper, wood, etc., with words or pictures on it that gives information about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"mark:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the time when something is most active, successful, etc. : peak",
"source": "MW"
},
"mark:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make or leave a visible mark on (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"mark": {
"def": "(noun) a small area on the surface of something that is dirty, damaged, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"smell:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a flower with a sweet smell that is usually white, yellow, red, or pink and that grows on a bush which has thorns on the stems",
"source": "MW"
},
"smell:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (a person or animal) to be awake after sleeping —often + up",
"source": "MW"
},
"smell": {
"def": "(noun) the quality of a thing that you can sense with your nose : odor",
"source": "MW"
},
"taste:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a substance that is used in treating disease or relieving pain and that is usually in the form of a pill or a liquid",
"source": "MW"
},
"taste:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go away from (a place) —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"taste": {
"def": "(noun) the sweet, sour, bitter, or salty quality of a thing that you can sense when it is in your mouth : the flavor that you can taste when you eat or drink something —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"pattern:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the way a person or animal acts or behaves",
"source": "MW"
},
"pattern:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make or design (something) so that it is similar to something else of the same type—usually used as (be) patterned + on or (US) after",
"source": "MW"
},
"pattern": {
"def": "(noun) a repeated form or design especially that is used to decorate something",
"source": "MW"
},
"example:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person or way of behaving that is seen as a model that should be followed",
"source": "MW"
},
"example:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) most important : primary",
"source": "MW"
},
"example:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) in a place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"example": {
"def": "(noun) a person or way of behaving that is seen as a model that should be followed",
"source": "MW"
},
"situation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a show that is on television regularly and that is about a group of characters who are involved in different funny situations —called also situation comedy",
"source": "MW"
},
"situation": {
"def": "(noun) all of the facts, conditions, and events that affect someone or something at a particular time and in a particular place",
"source": "MW"
},
"condition:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place where coins are made—usually used with the",
"source": "MW"
},
"condition:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to train or influence (a person or an animal) to do something or to think or behave in a certain way because of a repeated experience—often used as (be) conditioned",
"source": "MW"
},
"condition:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a job",
"source": "MW"
},
"condition": {
"def": "(noun) a way of living or existing",
"source": "MW"
},
"event:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an event that attracts attention from the news media",
"source": "MW"
},
"event:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not likely—used to say that something probably will not happen or is not true",
"source": "MW"
},
"event": {
"def": "(noun) something (especially something important or notable) that happens",
"source": "MW"
},
"type:noun": {
"def": "(noun) blood type",
"source": "MW"
},
"type:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to type without looking at the keyboard",
"source": "MW"
},
"type:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) one more of the same kind : another one",
"source": "MW"
},
"type:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not speaking or making noise : quiet",
"source": "MW"
},
"type": {
"def": "(noun) a particular kind or group of things or people",
"source": "MW"
},
"amount:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the thing that is measured as seconds, minutes, hours, days, years, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"amount:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) a large amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"amount": {
"def": "(noun) a quantity of something —usually + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"degree:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a degree that is given to a student by a college or university usually after one or two years of additional study following a bachelor's degree",
"source": "MW"
},
"degree:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) coming before all others in time, order, or importance",
"source": "MW"
},
"degree": {
"def": "(noun) a unit for measuring temperature —abbr. deg.",
"source": "MW"
},
"perhaps:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) possibly but not certainly : maybe",
"source": "MW"
},
"perhaps": {
"def": "(adverb) possibly but not certainly : maybe",
"source": "MW"
},
"maybe:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) possibly but not certainly : perhaps",
"source": "MW"
},
"maybe:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a situation or occurrence that is an instance or example of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"maybe:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not afraid of danger or difficult situations",
"source": "MW"
},
"maybe:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) at, in, or to any place that",
"source": "MW"
},
"maybe": {
"def": "(adverb) possibly but not certainly : perhaps",
"source": "MW"
},
"probably:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) very likely : almost certainly",
"source": "MW"
},
"probably": {
"def": "(adverb) very likely : almost certainly",
"source": "MW"
},
"almost:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) without doubt : definitely —sometimes used for emphasis",
"source": "MW"
},
"almost:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being or feeling certain about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"almost:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) easily seen or recognized",
"source": "MW"
},
"almost": {
"def": "(adverb) only a little less than : nearly",
"source": "MW"
},
"instead:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to say that one thing is done or that one thing or person is chosen when another is not chosen, cannot be done, etc. —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"instead:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be in an upright position with all of your weight on your feet",
"source": "MW"
},
"instead": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to say that one thing is done or that one thing or person is chosen when another is not chosen, cannot be done, etc. —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"suddenly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) very quickly in usually an unexpected way : in a sudden way",
"source": "MW"
},
"suddenly:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to come with (something or someone) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"suddenly": {
"def": "(adverb) very quickly in usually an unexpected way : in a sudden way",
"source": "MW"
},
"immediately:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) with no person or thing in between",
"source": "MW"
},
"immediately:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) immediately after : as soon as",
"source": "MW"
},
"immediately": {
"def": "(adverb) with no person or thing in between",
"source": "MW"
},
"quietly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) making very little noise",
"source": "MW"
},
"quietly": {
"def": "(adjective) making very little noise",
"source": "MW"
},
"carefully:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) using care",
"source": "MW"
},
"carefully:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to write or change (a piece of music) so that it can be played by an orchestra",
"source": "MW"
},
"carefully": {
"def": "(adjective) using care",
"source": "MW"
},
"easily:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in an easy manner : without difficulty",
"source": "MW"
},
"easily:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to become afraid : frighten",
"source": "MW"
},
"easily": {
"def": "(adverb) in an easy manner : without difficulty",
"source": "MW"
},
"clearly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a clear manner : in a way that is easy to see, hear, or understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"clearly": {
"def": "(adverb) in a clear manner : in a way that is easy to see, hear, or understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"exactly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to stress that something is accurate, complete, or correct",
"source": "MW"
},
"exactly:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an attitude or opinion",
"source": "MW"
},
"exactly": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to stress that something is accurate, complete, or correct",
"source": "MW"
},
"directly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a direct way",
"source": "MW"
},
"directly:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) immediately after : as soon as",
"source": "MW"
},
"directly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) related so that one becomes larger or smaller when the other becomes larger or smaller",
"source": "MW"
},
"directly": {
"def": "(adverb) in a direct way",
"source": "MW"
},
"seriously:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a serious way",
"source": "MW"
},
"seriously": {
"def": "(adverb) in a serious way",
"source": "MW"
},
"completely:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having all necessary parts : not lacking anything —often used in book titles",
"source": "MW"
},
"completely": {
"def": "(adjective) having all necessary parts : not lacking anything —often used in book titles",
"source": "MW"
},
"certainly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) without doubt : definitely —sometimes used for emphasis",
"source": "MW"
},
"certainly": {
"def": "(adverb) without doubt : definitely —sometimes used for emphasis",
"source": "MW"
},
"especially:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) more than usually : very extremely",
"source": "MW"
},
"especially": {
"def": "(adverb) more than usually : very extremely",
"source": "MW"
},
"particularly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) more than usually : very extremely",
"source": "MW"
},
"particularly": {
"def": "(adverb) more than usually : very extremely",
"source": "MW"
},
"recently:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) during the period of time that has just passed : not long ago",
"source": "MW"
},
"recently": {
"def": "(adverb) during the period of time that has just passed : not long ago",
"source": "MW"
},
"actually:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to refer to what is true or real",
"source": "MW"
},
"actually": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to refer to what is true or real",
"source": "MW"
},
"usually:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to describe what happens or exists most of the time or in most cases",
"source": "MW"
},
"usually": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to describe what happens or exists most of the time or in most cases",
"source": "MW"
},
"become:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become unable to breathe usually because something gets stuck in your throat or because the air is not good for breathing",
"source": "MW"
},
"become:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an adult male human being",
"source": "MW"
},
"become:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to move freely : no longer stuck",
"source": "MW"
},
"become": {
"def": "(verb) to begin to be or come to be something specified : to begin to have a specified quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"appear:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to seem to be something : to make someone think that a person or thing has a particular characteristic : look seem —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"appear": {
"def": "(verb) to seem to be something : to make someone think that a person or thing has a particular characteristic : look seem —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"remain:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be left when the other parts are gone or have been used",
"source": "MW"
},
"remain:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not speaking or making noise : quiet",
"source": "MW"
},
"remain": {
"def": "(verb) to be left when the other parts are gone or have been used",
"source": "MW"
},
"continue:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do something without stopping : to keep doing something in the same way as before",
"source": "MW"
},
"continue": {
"def": "(verb) to do something without stopping : to keep doing something in the same way as before",
"source": "MW"
},
"seem:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to appear to be something or to do something : to have a quality, appearance, etc., that shows or suggests a particular characteristic, feeling, etc. —often followed by to + verb —often used in the phrases seem like, seem as if, and seem as though",
"source": "MW"
},
"seem": {
"def": "(verb) to appear to be something or to do something : to have a quality, appearance, etc., that shows or suggests a particular characteristic, feeling, etc. —often followed by to + verb —often used in the phrases seem like, seem as if, and seem as though",
"source": "MW"
},
"allow:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to permit (something) : to regard or treat (something) as acceptable",
"source": "MW"
},
"allow": {
"def": "(verb) to permit (something) : to regard or treat (something) as acceptable",
"source": "MW"
},
"prevent:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stop (something) from happening or existing",
"source": "MW"
},
"prevent": {
"def": "(verb) to stop (something) from happening or existing",
"source": "MW"
},
"affect:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to produce an effect on (someone or something): such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"affect": {
"def": "(verb) to produce an effect on (someone or something): such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"support:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to agree with or approve of (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"support:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a way of doing something or of achieving a desired result",
"source": "MW"
},
"support:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be seen",
"source": "MW"
},
"support": {
"def": "(verb) to agree with or approve of (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"avoid:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stay away from (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"avoid:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large number of harmful or annoying things",
"source": "MW"
},
"avoid": {
"def": "(verb) to stay away from (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"prepare:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone or something) ready for some activity, purpose, use, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"prepare": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone or something) ready for some activity, purpose, use, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"attempt:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to try to do (something) : to try to accomplish or complete (something) —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"attempt:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to grow, change, etc., that separates plants and animals from things like water or rocks",
"source": "MW"
},
"attempt": {
"def": "(verb) to try to do (something) : to try to accomplish or complete (something) —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"manage:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to organize the details of (a performance in a theater)",
"source": "MW"
},
"manage": {
"def": "(verb) to have control of (something, such as a business, department, sports team, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"notice:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very short period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"notice:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to carry or move (something) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"notice:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) extending a small distance from one end to the other end : having little length : not long",
"source": "MW"
},
"notice": {
"def": "(noun) information that tells you or warns you about something that is going to happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"realize:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to understand or become aware of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"realize:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a chance or possibility that something will happen or exist in the future—usually singular—usually + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"realize": {
"def": "(verb) to understand or become aware of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"recognize:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to know and remember (someone or something) because of previous knowledge or experience",
"source": "MW"
},
"recognize": {
"def": "(verb) to know and remember (someone or something) because of previous knowledge or experience",
"source": "MW"
},
"remember:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have or keep an image or idea in your mind of (something or someone from the past) : to think of (something or someone from the past) again",
"source": "MW"
},
"remember:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the way that something is done or happens —often used after in",
"source": "MW"
},
"remember": {
"def": "(verb) to have or keep an image or idea in your mind of (something or someone from the past) : to think of (something or someone from the past) again",
"source": "MW"
},
"forget:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stop feeling anger toward (someone who has done something wrong) : to stop blaming (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"forget:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of small plant that has bright blue flowers",
"source": "MW"
},
"forget:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) for fear that—used to say that you do not want something to happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"forget": {
"def": "(verb) to be unable to think of or remember (something) —often followed by to + verb —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"wish:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to want (something) to be true or to happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"wish:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the things that happen to a person because of chance : the accidental way things happen without being planned",
"source": "MW"
},
"wish:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening as someone dies : relating to someone's death",
"source": "MW"
},
"wish:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) no more than",
"source": "MW"
},
"wish": {
"def": "(verb) to want (something) to be true or to happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"decide:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a choice about (something) : to choose (something) after thinking about it —often followed by to + verb —often + what, where, whether, if, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"decide": {
"def": "(verb) to make a choice about (something) : to choose (something) after thinking about it —often followed by to + verb —often + what, where, whether, if, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"choose:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to choose or select (someone or something) from a group",
"source": "MW"
},
"choose:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place, space, or direction that is away from or beyond the center of something —often used with on or to",
"source": "MW"
},
"choose": {
"def": "(verb) to decide that a particular person or thing is the one that you want",
"source": "MW"
},
"agree:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have a different opinion : to fail to agree —often + with —often + on, about, or over",
"source": "MW"
},
"agree": {
"def": "(verb) to have the same opinion —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"accept:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to receive or take (something offered)",
"source": "MW"
},
"accept:noun": {
"def": "(noun) strong belief or trust in someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"accept": {
"def": "(verb) to receive or take (something offered)",
"source": "MW"
},
"refuse:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say that you will not accept (something, such as a gift or offer)",
"source": "MW"
},
"refuse:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as paper or food waste) that has been thrown away : trash or garbage",
"source": "MW"
},
"refuse": {
"def": "(verb) to say that you will not accept (something, such as a gift or offer)",
"source": "MW"
},
"offer:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give someone the opportunity to accept or take (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"offer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an offer to buy a certain number of stock shares of a company for a set price in order to gain control of the company",
"source": "MW"
},
"offer": {
"def": "(verb) to give someone the opportunity to accept or take (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"suggest:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to mention (something) as a possible thing to be done, used, thought about, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"suggest": {
"def": "(verb) to mention (something) as a possible thing to be done, used, thought about, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"expect:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to think that something will probably or certainly happen —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"expect:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the worst person or thing : the worst group of people or things : the worst part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"expect": {
"def": "(verb) to think that something will probably or certainly happen —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"prefer:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to like (someone or something) better than someone or something else —often + to or over —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"prefer": {
"def": "(verb) to like (someone or something) better than someone or something else —often + to or over —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"enjoy:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take pleasure in (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"enjoy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) physical or mental effort : work",
"source": "MW"
},
"enjoy": {
"def": "(verb) to take pleasure in (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"hate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the way in which two or more people, groups, countries, etc., talk to, behave toward, and deal with each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"hate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to dislike (someone) very strongly : to feel hate for (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"hate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing a mixture of love and hate",
"source": "MW"
},
"hate:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"hate": {
"def": "(noun) a very strong feeling of dislike —sometimes used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"love:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the practice of having sex with many people instead of with just one partner",
"source": "MW"
},
"love:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to feel great affection for (someone) : to feel love for (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"love:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing a mixture of love and hate",
"source": "MW"
},
"love": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of strong or constant affection for a person —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"miss:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to fail to hit, catch, reach, or get (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"miss:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an opening or hole made with a sharp tool (such as a knife)",
"source": "MW"
},
"miss:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) suitable or appropriate —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"miss": {
"def": "(verb) to fail to hit, catch, reach, or get (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"laugh:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to show that you are happy or that you think something is funny by smiling and making a sound from your throat —often + at",
"source": "MW"
},
"laugh:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the front part of the head that has the eyes, nose, and mouth on it",
"source": "MW"
},
"laugh:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of high quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"laugh": {
"def": "(verb) to show that you are happy or that you think something is funny by smiling and making a sound from your throat —often + at",
"source": "MW"
},
"cry:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to produce tears from your eyes often while making loud sounds because of pain, sorrow, or other strong emotions",
"source": "MW"
},
"cry:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the organ in your chest that pumps blood through your veins and arteries —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"cry:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very distant in space or time",
"source": "MW"
},
"cry": {
"def": "(verb) to produce tears from your eyes often while making loud sounds because of pain, sorrow, or other strong emotions",
"source": "MW"
},
"smile:noun": {
"def": "(noun) either one of the two soft parts that surround the mouth",
"source": "MW"
},
"smile:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to clean or dry (something) by using a towel, your hand, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"smile:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) humorous in a clever and often ironic way",
"source": "MW"
},
"smile": {
"def": "(noun) an expression on your face that makes the corners of your mouth turn up and that shows happiness, amusement, pleasure, affection, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"shout:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say (something) very loudly —often + out",
"source": "MW"
},
"shout:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the upper surface of a roof —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"shout": {
"def": "(verb) to say (something) very loudly —often + out",
"source": "MW"
},
"whisper:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to speak very softly or quietly",
"source": "MW"
},
"whisper:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a loud whisper by an actor that can be heard by the audience but which the other actors on the stage pretend not to hear",
"source": "MW"
},
"whisper": {
"def": "(verb) to speak very softly or quietly",
"source": "MW"
},
"nod:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move your head up and down as a way of answering \"yes\" or of showing agreement, understanding, or approval",
"source": "MW"
},
"nod:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a movement of your head up and down especially as a way of answering \"yes\" or of showing agreement, understanding, or approval : an act of nodding",
"source": "MW"
},
"nod": {
"def": "(verb) to move your head up and down as a way of answering \"yes\" or of showing agreement, understanding, or approval",
"source": "MW"
},
"shake:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move sometimes violently back and forth or up and down with short, quick movements",
"source": "MW"
},
"shake:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a cut or broken branch or twig",
"source": "MW"
},
"shake:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) agreeing with what is thought to be right or acceptable",
"source": "MW"
},
"shake": {
"def": "(verb) to move sometimes violently back and forth or up and down with short, quick movements",
"source": "MW"
},
"bend:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use force to cause (something, such as a wire or pipe) to become curved",
"source": "MW"
},
"bend:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a statement that tells you what is or is not allowed in a particular game, situation, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"bend:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) two times as many or as much",
"source": "MW"
},
"bend": {
"def": "(verb) to use force to cause (something, such as a wire or pipe) to become curved",
"source": "MW"
},
"lean:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to bend or move from a straight position",
"source": "MW"
},
"lean:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not kind to people : cruel or harsh",
"source": "MW"
},
"lean:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small and usually roughly made building that is built on the side of a larger building",
"source": "MW"
},
"lean:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) toward the back : to or toward what is behind",
"source": "MW"
},
"lean": {
"def": "(verb) to bend or move from a straight position",
"source": "MW"
},
"stretch:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) wider or longer by pulling it",
"source": "MW"
},
"stretch:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a statement that tells you what is or is not allowed in a particular game, situation, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"stretch:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made to stretch easily and then return to the original shape and size",
"source": "MW"
},
"stretch": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) wider or longer by pulling it",
"source": "MW"
},
"guard:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person or group that is the guard at a formal or ceremonial event (such as a military funeral or a parade)",
"source": "MW"
},
"guard:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to watch (someone) in order to prevent escape",
"source": "MW"
},
"guard": {
"def": "(noun) a state in which someone is carefully looking for possible danger, threats, problems, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"soldier:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a soldier who marches and fights on foot : infantryman",
"source": "MW"
},
"soldier": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is in the military : a member of an army",
"source": "MW"
},
"knight:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone or something that rescues or saves another person or thing from a bad situation; especially : a company that buys a second company in order to prevent it from being taken over by a third company",
"source": "MW"
},
"knight:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give (a man) the rank of a knight",
"source": "MW"
},
"knight": {
"def": "(noun) a soldier in the past who had a high social rank and who fought while riding a horse and usually wearing armor",
"source": "MW"
},
"warrior:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a member of the military reserves who trains on the weekends and for a few weeks every year",
"source": "MW"
},
"warrior": {
"def": "(noun) a person who fights in battles and is known for having courage and skill —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"chief:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person whose job is to be in charge of a group of editors",
"source": "MW"
},
"chief:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) highest in rank or authority",
"source": "MW"
},
"chief": {
"def": "(noun) the person who is the leader of a group of people, of an organization, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"lord:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a unit of time that is equal to 12 months or 365 or sometimes 366 days",
"source": "MW"
},
"lord:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or belonging to me : made or done by me",
"source": "MW"
},
"lord:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to tell (someone) that you are grateful for something that he or she has done or given",
"source": "MW"
},
"lord": {
"def": "(noun) a man who has power and authority: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"prince:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a prince who is expected to become king when the current king or queen dies",
"source": "MW"
},
"prince": {
"def": "(noun) a male member of a royal family; especially : the son or grandson of a king or queen",
"source": "MW"
},
"princess:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the wife of a crown prince",
"source": "MW"
},
"princess": {
"def": "(noun) a female member of a royal family; especially : a daughter or granddaughter of a king or queen",
"source": "MW"
},
"queen:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person (especially a woman) who acts as though things are much worse than they really are",
"source": "MW"
},
"queen:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a size of about 60 inches by 80 inches (about 1.5 by 1.9 meters)",
"source": "MW"
},
"queen": {
"def": "(noun) a woman who rules a country and who usually inherits her position and rules for life",
"source": "MW"
},
"king:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very large amount of money",
"source": "MW"
},
"king:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) proper or acceptable : morally or socially correct—often + for —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"king": {
"def": "(noun) a male ruler of a country who usually inherits his position and rules for life",
"source": "MW"
},
"master:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who has done something many times before and has become very skilled at doing it : expert",
"source": "MW"
},
"master:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) highly skilled",
"source": "MW"
},
"master:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to succeed in controlling (something, such as an emotion)",
"source": "MW"
},
"master": {
"def": "(noun) someone who has control or power over others: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"servant:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a government official or employee",
"source": "MW"
},
"servant": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is hired to do household or personal duties such as cleaning and cooking",
"source": "MW"
},
"slave:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the activity or business of buying and selling slaves—used especially to refer to the business of buying and selling people as slaves before the American Civil War",
"source": "MW"
},
"slave:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to work very hard",
"source": "MW"
},
"slave": {
"def": "(noun) someone who is legally owned by another person and is forced to work for that person without pay",
"source": "MW"
},
"apprentice:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who learns a job or skill by working for a fixed period of time for someone who is very good at that job or skill —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"apprentice:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) an apprentice—usually used as (be) apprenticed",
"source": "MW"
},
"apprentice": {
"def": "(noun) a person who learns a job or skill by working for a fixed period of time for someone who is very good at that job or skill —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"student:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the first letter of the English alphabet",
"source": "MW"
},
"student": {
"def": "(noun) a person who attends a school, college, or university —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"teacher:noun": {
"def": "(noun) substitute teacher",
"source": "MW"
},
"teacher:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made or suitable for babies",
"source": "MW"
},
"teacher:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do activities for fun or enjoyment —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"teacher": {
"def": "(noun) a person or thing that teaches something; especially : a person whose job is to teach students about certain subjects",
"source": "MW"
},
"leader:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a high-ranking officer in the British air force",
"source": "MW"
},
"leader": {
"def": "(noun) someone or something that leads others: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"follower:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who spends time with or near a group or person in order to gain some advantage",
"source": "MW"
},
"follower": {
"def": "(noun) someone who supports and is guided by another person or by a group, religion, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"stranger:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who you have not met before or do not know",
"source": "MW"
},
"stranger:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) different from what is usual, normal, or expected : odd",
"source": "MW"
},
"stranger": {
"def": "(noun) someone who you have not met before or do not know",
"source": "MW"
},
"traveler:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who is traveling in the same group or on the same train, airplane, etc., as you",
"source": "MW"
},
"traveler": {
"def": "(noun) someone who is traveling or who travels often",
"source": "MW"
},
"captain:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long pole that supports the sails of a boat or ship",
"source": "MW"
},
"captain:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be the captain of (something): such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"captain": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is in charge of a ship or an airplane",
"source": "MW"
},
"enemy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an area of land that belongs to or is controlled by a government",
"source": "MW"
},
"enemy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) worse than all others",
"source": "MW"
},
"enemy": {
"def": "(noun) someone who hates another : someone who attacks or tries to harm another",
"source": "MW"
},
"army:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large group of soldiers organized to fight battles on land",
"source": "MW"
},
"army:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to lift or move (something or someone) to a higher position",
"source": "MW"
},
"army": {
"def": "(noun) a large group of soldiers organized to fight battles on land",
"source": "MW"
},
"battle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the legal right to take care of a child (such as a child whose parents are divorced)",
"source": "MW"
},
"battle:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to perform (an action or activity)",
"source": "MW"
},
"battle": {
"def": "(noun) a military fight between groups of soldiers, ships, airplanes, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"camp:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a camp where people who have recently joined the U.S. Army, Navy, or Marine Corps receive their basic training",
"source": "MW"
},
"camp:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to sleep outdoors usually in a tent",
"source": "MW"
},
"camp": {
"def": "(noun) a place that is usually far away from cities and that has tents, small houses, etc., that people can live in for a short period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"weapon:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place where people go for vacations",
"source": "MW"
},
"weapon": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a gun, knife, club, or bomb) that is used for fighting or attacking someone or for defending yourself when someone is attacking you",
"source": "MW"
},
"shield:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large piece of metal, wood, etc., carried by someone (such as a soldier or police officer) for protection",
"source": "MW"
},
"shield:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cover and protect (someone or something) —often + from —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"shield": {
"def": "(noun) a large piece of metal, wood, etc., carried by someone (such as a soldier or police officer) for protection",
"source": "MW"
},
"armor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a soldier in the past who had a high social rank and who fought while riding a horse and usually wearing armor",
"source": "MW"
},
"armor": {
"def": "(noun) special clothing that people wear to protect their bodies from weapons",
"source": "MW"
},
"spear:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a weapon that has a long straight handle and a sharp point",
"source": "MW"
},
"spear:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to push a spear or other pointed object into (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"spear": {
"def": "(noun) a weapon that has a long straight handle and a sharp point",
"source": "MW"
},
"magic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of secret words that are believed to have magic power",
"source": "MW"
},
"magic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having the power to make impossible things happen : having supernatural power",
"source": "MW"
},
"magic:trademark": {
"def": "(trademark) —used for a felt-tip pen",
"source": "MW"
},
"magic": {
"def": "(noun) a power that allows people (such as witches and wizards) to do impossible things by saying special words or performing special actions",
"source": "MW"
},
"ghost:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the person that someone normally or truly is—used to describe the way someone acts or feels",
"source": "MW"
},
"ghost:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause or allow someone to have (something) as a present : to make a present of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"ghost": {
"def": "(noun) the soul of a dead person thought of as living in an unseen world or as appearing to living people —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"demon:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone or something that moves or works very fast",
"source": "MW"
},
"demon": {
"def": "(noun) an evil spirit",
"source": "MW"
},
"angel:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an angel believed to watch and protect someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"angel": {
"def": "(noun) a spiritual being that serves especially as a messenger from God or as a guardian of human beings",
"source": "MW"
},
"god:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an unpleasant emotion caused by being aware of danger : a feeling of being afraid",
"source": "MW"
},
"god:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) received as a gift from God",
"source": "MW"
},
"god:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something or someone) holy by saying a special prayer",
"source": "MW"
},
"god:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) close to or next to (something or someone) : near",
"source": "MW"
},
"god": {
"def": "(noun) the perfect and all-powerful spirit or being that is worshipped especially by Christians, Jews, and Muslims as the one who created and rules the universe",
"source": "MW"
},
"goddess:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a female god (sense 2)",
"source": "MW"
},
"goddess": {
"def": "(noun) a female god (sense 2)",
"source": "MW"
},
"monk:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a member of a religious community of men who usually promise to remain poor, unmarried, and separated from the rest of society",
"source": "MW"
},
"monk": {
"def": "(noun) a member of a religious community of men who usually promise to remain poor, unmarried, and separated from the rest of society",
"source": "MW"
},
"priest:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person (especially a man) who is a leader in a particular profession, subject, etc.—often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"priest": {
"def": "(noun) a person who has the authority to lead or perform ceremonies in some religions and especially in some Christian religions",
"source": "MW"
},
"wizard:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is skilled in magic or who has magical powers : a sorcerer or magician",
"source": "MW"
},
"wizard": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is skilled in magic or who has magical powers : a sorcerer or magician",
"source": "MW"
},
"witch:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a mixture of dangerous or unpleasant things",
"source": "MW"
},
"witch": {
"def": "(noun) a woman who is thought to have magic powers",
"source": "MW"
},
"monster:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large orange and black poisonous lizard of the southwestern U.S.",
"source": "MW"
},
"monster:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very popular and successful",
"source": "MW"
},
"monster": {
"def": "(noun) a strange or horrible imaginary creature",
"source": "MW"
},
"creature:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a usual way of behaving : something that a person does often in a regular and repeated way —often followed by of + -ing verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"creature": {
"def": "(noun) an animal of any type",
"source": "MW"
},
"beast:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an animal that people use to carry heavy things",
"source": "MW"
},
"beast": {
"def": "(noun) an animal; especially : a wild animal that is large, dangerous, or unusual",
"source": "MW"
},
"giant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing a kind and quiet nature : not harsh or violent",
"source": "MW"
},
"giant:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very large star that has a reddish color",
"source": "MW"
},
"giant": {
"def": "(adjective) very large : much larger or more powerful than normal",
"source": "MW"
},
"dwarf:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a star that is at the end of its life and is very hot, small, and dense",
"source": "MW"
},
"dwarf:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) look very small or unimportant when compared with something else—usually used as (be) dwarfed",
"source": "MW"
},
"dwarf:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) smaller than normal size",
"source": "MW"
},
"dwarf": {
"def": "(noun) a creature that looks like a small man and that often lives underground and has magical powers",
"source": "MW"
},
"elf:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small creature in stories usually with pointed ears and magical powers",
"source": "MW"
},
"elf": {
"def": "(noun) a small creature in stories usually with pointed ears and magical powers",
"source": "MW"
},
"goblin:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an ugly and sometimes evil creature that likes to cause trouble",
"source": "MW"
},
"goblin": {
"def": "(noun) an ugly and sometimes evil creature that likes to cause trouble",
"source": "MW"
},
"anger:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of sadness or grief caused especially by the loss of someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"anger:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to carry or move (something) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"anger": {
"def": "(noun) a strong feeling of being upset or annoyed because of something wrong or bad : the feeling that makes someone want to hurt other people, to shout, etc. : the feeling of being angry",
"source": "MW"
},
"joy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling that you respect yourself and deserve to be respected by other people : self-respect",
"source": "MW"
},
"joy:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move your body upward from the ground and often forward, backward, or sideways through the air by pushing with your legs",
"source": "MW"
},
"joy": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of great happiness",
"source": "MW"
},
"grief:noun": {
"def": "(noun) deep sadness caused especially by someone's death",
"source": "MW"
},
"grief:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very sad : deeply affected by grief",
"source": "MW"
},
"grief:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move toward someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"grief": {
"def": "(noun) deep sadness caused especially by someone's death",
"source": "MW"
},
"sorrow:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of sadness or grief caused especially by the loss of someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"sorrow:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to feel or express sorrow",
"source": "MW"
},
"sorrow": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of sadness or grief caused especially by the loss of someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"guilt:noun": {
"def": "(noun) extreme mental or physical pain",
"source": "MW"
},
"guilt": {
"def": "(noun) responsibility for a crime or for doing something bad or wrong",
"source": "MW"
},
"shame:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of guilt, regret, or sadness that you have because you know you have done something wrong",
"source": "MW"
},
"shame:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to feel ashamed",
"source": "MW"
},
"shame": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of guilt, regret, or sadness that you have because you know you have done something wrong",
"source": "MW"
},
"pride:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a specific area or region of the world : a particular city, country, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"pride:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to injure (someone or something) by cutting or breaking the skin",
"source": "MW"
},
"pride": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling that you respect yourself and deserve to be respected by other people : self-respect",
"source": "MW"
},
"desire:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to want or wish for (something) : to feel desire for (something) —sometimes followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"desire:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the organ in your chest that pumps blood through your veins and arteries —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"desire": {
"def": "(verb) to want or wish for (something) : to feel desire for (something) —sometimes followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"courage:noun": {
"def": "(noun) courage or confidence that a person gets from drinking alcohol",
"source": "MW"
},
"courage:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to pull (something) quickly to remove it",
"source": "MW"
},
"courage": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to do something that you know is difficult or dangerous",
"source": "MW"
},
"honor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the highest U.S. military award that is given to someone for extreme bravery while in battle with an enemy",
"source": "MW"
},
"honor:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to regard or treat (someone) with respect and admiration : to show or give honor to (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"honor": {
"def": "(noun) respect that is given to someone who is admired",
"source": "MW"
},
"glory:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the internal organs of an animal",
"source": "MW"
},
"glory:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to lie or relax happily in a bright and warm place",
"source": "MW"
},
"glory:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) greatest or most complete",
"source": "MW"
},
"glory": {
"def": "(noun) public praise, honor, and fame",
"source": "MW"
},
"shadow:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the person that someone normally or truly is—used to describe the way someone acts or feels",
"source": "MW"
},
"shadow:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cover (something) with a shadow—usually used as (be) shadowed",
"source": "MW"
},
"shadow:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe the members of the main opposition party in British politics who would be given important positions in the government if their party won a national election",
"source": "MW"
},
"shadow": {
"def": "(noun) a dark shape that appears on a surface when someone or something moves between the surface and a source of light —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"darkness:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is put around or on top of another thing especially to protect, hide, or close it",
"source": "MW"
},
"darkness:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having very little or no light",
"source": "MW"
},
"darkness:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to fall or jump suddenly from a high place",
"source": "MW"
},
"darkness": {
"def": "(noun) a state in which little or no light can be seen : a dark state or condition",
"source": "MW"
},
"silence:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very short period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"silence:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to state (something) very strongly and sincerely",
"source": "MW"
},
"silence:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made of gold",
"source": "MW"
},
"silence": {
"def": "(noun) a lack of sound or noise : quiet",
"source": "MW"
},
"peace:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a local official who has the power to decide minor legal cases and in the U.S. to perform marriages—abbr. J.P.",
"source": "MW"
},
"peace": {
"def": "(noun) a state in which there is no war or fighting",
"source": "MW"
},
"war:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a story of a personal experience that usually involves danger, struggle, or adventure",
"source": "MW"
},
"war": {
"def": "(noun) a state or period of fighting between countries or groups —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"birth:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a particular day of a month or year",
"source": "MW"
},
"birth": {
"def": "(noun) the time when a baby comes out from the body of its mother —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"dream:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sexual dream that causes a boy or man to have an orgasm while sleeping",
"source": "MW"
},
"dream:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have visions and thoughts in your sleep : to have a dream while you are sleeping —often + of or about",
"source": "MW"
},
"dream:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) agreeing with the facts : not false",
"source": "MW"
},
"dream": {
"def": "(noun) a series of thoughts, visions, or feelings that happen during sleep",
"source": "MW"
},
"vision:noun": {
"def": "(noun) field of vision",
"source": "MW"
},
"vision:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become clear: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"vision:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not relating to the main or most important part —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"vision": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to see : sight or eyesight",
"source": "MW"
},
"memory:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an occurrence in which you fail to think or act in the usual or proper way for a brief time and make a mistake —often + in —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"memory:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to run slowly especially for exercise",
"source": "MW"
},
"memory:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not dead : having life",
"source": "MW"
},
"memory": {
"def": "(noun) the power or process of remembering what has been learned",
"source": "MW"
},
"lie:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say or write something that is not true in order to deceive someone : to tell a lie",
"source": "MW"
},
"lie:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a time in the morning spent lying in bed instead of getting up",
"source": "MW"
},
"lie": {
"def": "(verb) to be in a flat position on a surface (such as a bed)",
"source": "MW"
},
"secret:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) kept completely secret by high government officials",
"source": "MW"
},
"secret:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the fact of getting or achieving wealth, respect, or fame",
"source": "MW"
},
"secret": {
"def": "(adjective) kept hidden from others : known to only a few people",
"source": "MW"
},
"mystery:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a religious play in the Middle Ages based on a story from the Bible (such as the creation of the world or the birth of Jesus Christ)",
"source": "MW"
},
"mystery": {
"def": "(noun) something that is not known : something that is difficult to understand or explain",
"source": "MW"
},
"safety:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a strong metal box in a bank that has a lock and that is used to store money or other valuable things —called also safety-deposit box",
"source": "MW"
},
"safety": {
"def": "(noun) freedom from harm or danger : the state of being safe —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"freedom:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a spoken expression of ideas, opinions, etc., that is made by someone who is speaking in front of a group of people",
"source": "MW"
},
"freedom:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the ability to think in a logical way",
"source": "MW"
},
"freedom": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being free: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"destiny:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a future event that is sure to happen : a destiny that can be clearly seen and that cannot be changed",
"source": "MW"
},
"destiny": {
"def": "(noun) what happens in the future : the things that someone or something will experience in the future",
"source": "MW"
},
"fate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act of turning or twisting",
"source": "MW"
},
"fate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to do or want to do something even though it may be wrong, bad, or unwise —often + into —often followed by to + verb —often used as (be) tempted",
"source": "MW"
},
"fate": {
"def": "(noun) a power that is believed to control what happens in the future",
"source": "MW"
},
"luck:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a meal to which everyone who is invited brings food to share —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"luck:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not showing or having good judgment or intelligence : stupid or foolish",
"source": "MW"
},
"luck": {
"def": "(noun) the things that happen to a person because of chance : the accidental way things happen without being planned",
"source": "MW"
},
"journey:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act of traveling from one place to another : trip —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"journey:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go on a journey : travel",
"source": "MW"
},
"journey:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) based on, showing, or resulting from feelings or emotions rather than reason or thought",
"source": "MW"
},
"journey": {
"def": "(noun) an act of traveling from one place to another : trip —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"quest:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a journey made in search of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"quest:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go on a journey to find something",
"source": "MW"
},
"quest": {
"def": "(noun) a journey made in search of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"adventure:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an outdoor area that has objects on which children can climb and play",
"source": "MW"
},
"adventure": {
"def": "(noun) an exciting or dangerous experience —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"mission:noun": {
"def": "(noun) kind or forgiving treatment of someone who could be treated harshly",
"source": "MW"
},
"mission:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to suicide —used especially to describe something that is done by a person who plans and expects to be killed while doing it",
"source": "MW"
},
"mission": {
"def": "(noun) a task or job that someone is given to do",
"source": "MW"
},
"ally:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a country that supports and helps another country in a war",
"source": "MW"
},
"ally:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to join (yourself) with another person, group, etc., in order to get or give support—often + with or to",
"source": "MW"
},
"ally": {
"def": "(noun) a country that supports and helps another country in a war",
"source": "MW"
},
"companion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a close friend",
"source": "MW"
},
"companion:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) going to different places instead of staying in one place",
"source": "MW"
},
"companion": {
"def": "(noun) a person or animal you spend time with or enjoy being with —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"hero:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is greatly admired by many people of a particular kind or in a particular place",
"source": "MW"
},
"hero": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is admired for great or brave acts or fine qualities",
"source": "MW"
},
"villain:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a character in a story, movie, etc., who does bad things",
"source": "MW"
},
"villain": {
"def": "(noun) a character in a story, movie, etc., who does bad things",
"source": "MW"
},
"victory:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act of going completely around a track or over a course when you are running, swimming, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"victory:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to remove (something, such as dust or dirt) from a surface with a broom or brush or with a quick movement of your hand, fingers, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"victory:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) including or involving many things : wide in range or amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"victory": {
"def": "(noun) success in defeating an opponent or enemy",
"source": "MW"
},
"defeat:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to experience pain, illness, or injury —often + from",
"source": "MW"
},
"defeat:noun": {
"def": "(noun) either one of the two bones of the face where teeth grow —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"defeat": {
"def": "(verb) to win a victory over (someone or something) in a war, contest, game, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"escape:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to perform (an action or activity)",
"source": "MW"
},
"escape:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the end of life : the time when someone or something dies",
"source": "MW"
},
"escape": {
"def": "(verb) to get away from a place (such as a prison) where you are being held or kept",
"source": "MW"
},
"answer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a period of time that is used to do a particular activity",
"source": "MW"
},
"answer:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to carry or move (something) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"answer:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to give a negative answer or reply to a question, request, or offer",
"source": "MW"
},
"answer": {
"def": "(noun) something you say or write when someone asks you a question",
"source": "MW"
},
"question:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something you say or write when someone asks you a question",
"source": "MW"
},
"question:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to suddenly break open or come away from something often with a short, loud noise",
"source": "MW"
},
"question": {
"def": "(noun) a sentence, phrase, or word that asks for information or is used to test someone's knowledge",
"source": "MW"
},
"plan:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an arrangement made with an employer to pay money to an employee after retirement —called also (British) pension scheme",
"source": "MW"
},
"plan:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to think about and arrange the parts or details of (something) before it happens or is made —sometimes + out",
"source": "MW"
},
"plan:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or consisting of a large room that is not divided into smaller rooms or areas",
"source": "MW"
},
"plan": {
"def": "(noun) a set of actions that have been thought of as a way to do or achieve something —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"idea:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the body containing the brain, eyes, ears, nose, and mouth",
"source": "MW"
},
"idea:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be in an upright position with all of your weight on your feet",
"source": "MW"
},
"idea:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) giving pleasure or joy : good and enjoyable —often used with another adjective for emphasis",
"source": "MW"
},
"idea": {
"def": "(noun) a thought, plan, or suggestion about what to do",
"source": "MW"
},
"decision:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of deciding something especially with a group of people —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"decision:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be able to touch, pick up, or grab (something) by moving or stretching",
"source": "MW"
},
"decision": {
"def": "(noun) a choice that you make about something after thinking about it : the result of deciding",
"source": "MW"
},
"order:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an official order to stop doing something immediately",
"source": "MW"
},
"order:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use your authority to tell someone to do something : to give an order to someone —usually followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"order": {
"def": "(noun) a statement made by a person with authority that tells someone to do something : an instruction or direction that must be obeyed",
"source": "MW"
},
"command:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give (someone) an order : to tell (someone) to do something in a forceful and often official way",
"source": "MW"
},
"command:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a desire for something to happen or be done : a feeling of wanting to do or have something",
"source": "MW"
},
"command:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"command": {
"def": "(verb) to give (someone) an order : to tell (someone) to do something in a forceful and often official way",
"source": "MW"
},
"warning:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sound or combination of sounds that has a meaning and is spoken or written",
"source": "MW"
},
"warning:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to tell (someone) about possible danger or trouble —usually + about or of",
"source": "MW"
},
"warning:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the legal rights of an arrested person to have an attorney and to refuse to answer questions",
"source": "MW"
},
"warning": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as an action or a statement) that tells someone about possible danger or trouble",
"source": "MW"
},
"promise:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the earth and all the people and things on it",
"source": "MW"
},
"promise:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to tell someone that you will definitely do something or that something will definitely happen in the future",
"source": "MW"
},
"promise": {
"def": "(noun) a statement telling someone that you will definitely do something or that something will definitely happen in the future",
"source": "MW"
},
"message:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a system for sending messages quickly over the Internet from one computer to another computer",
"source": "MW"
},
"message": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of information that is sent or given to someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"news:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the day before today",
"source": "MW"
},
"news": {
"def": "(noun) new information or a report about something that has happened recently",
"source": "MW"
},
"story:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a short written story usually dealing with few characters : a short work of fiction",
"source": "MW"
},
"story": {
"def": "(noun) a description of how something happened —often + about or of",
"source": "MW"
},
"tale:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of great pain or sadness",
"source": "MW"
},
"tale:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to turn or cause someone or something to turn around repeatedly",
"source": "MW"
},
"tale:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) by means of that act, those words, that document, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"tale": {
"def": "(noun) a story about imaginary events : an exciting or dramatic story",
"source": "MW"
},
"history:noun": {
"def": "(noun) money that a bank or business will allow a person to use and then pay back in the future",
"source": "MW"
},
"history:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a pattern made up of squares of different colors",
"source": "MW"
},
"history:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or travel to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"history": {
"def": "(noun) the study of past events",
"source": "MW"
},
"legend:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the thing that is measured as seconds, minutes, hours, days, years, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"legend:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to own, use, or hold (something) —also used for things that cannot be seen or touched —also have got",
"source": "MW"
},
"legend:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not dead : having life",
"source": "MW"
},
"legend": {
"def": "(noun) a story from the past that is believed by many people but cannot be proved to be true",
"source": "MW"
},
"weather:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a crack, hole, etc., that is caused by damage, injury, or pressure",
"source": "MW"
},
"weather:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to change in color, condition, etc., because of the effects of the sun, wind, rain, etc., over a long period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"weather:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having great weight : difficult to lift or move",
"source": "MW"
},
"weather": {
"def": "(noun) the state of the air and atmosphere at a particular time and place : the temperature and other outside conditions (such as rain, cloudiness, etc.) at a particular time and place —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"season:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a special day of celebration : a day when most people do not have to work —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"season:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to add salt, pepper, spices, etc., to (something) to give it more flavor",
"source": "MW"
},
"season:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) cheerful and exciting : suited to a celebration or holiday",
"source": "MW"
},
"season": {
"def": "(noun) one of the four periods (spring, summer, autumn, and winter) into which the year is commonly divided",
"source": "MW"
},
"spring:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of wanting to go outdoors and do things because spring is coming and the weather is getting warmer",
"source": "MW"
},
"spring:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to clean (a place) thoroughly in the spring",
"source": "MW"
},
"spring:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) containing a metal spring that presses one part against another",
"source": "MW"
},
"spring": {
"def": "(noun) the season between winter and summer : the season when plants and trees begin to grow —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"summer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of the two times during the year when the sun is farthest north or south of the equator",
"source": "MW"
},
"summer:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to spend the summer in a particular place",
"source": "MW"
},
"summer:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) rising or extending upward a great distance",
"source": "MW"
},
"summer": {
"def": "(noun) the warmest season of the year that is after spring and before autumn —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"autumn:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a day when day and night are the same length",
"source": "MW"
},
"autumn": {
"def": "(noun) the season between summer and winter —often used before another noun —called also (US) fall",
"source": "MW"
},
"winter:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of the two times during the year when the sun is farthest north or south of the equator",
"source": "MW"
},
"winter:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to spend the winter in a particular place",
"source": "MW"
},
"winter": {
"def": "(noun) the coldest season of the year that is after autumn and before spring —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"dawn:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a thin line in the surface of something that is broken but not separated into pieces —often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"dawn:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to separate (something) into parts or pieces often in a sudden and forceful or violent way",
"source": "MW"
},
"dawn": {
"def": "(noun) the time of day when sunlight first begins to appear",
"source": "MW"
},
"dusk:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the time of day when sunlight first begins to appear",
"source": "MW"
},
"dusk": {
"def": "(noun) the time when day changes into night and the sky begins to get darker",
"source": "MW"
},
"noon:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an image that is seen in a mirror or on a shiny surface",
"source": "MW"
},
"noon": {
"def": "(noun) the middle of the day : 12 o'clock in the daytime —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"midnight:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a thick, black liquid that comes from the ground and that is used in making various products (such as gasoline) —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"midnight:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give off heat, light, and gases",
"source": "MW"
},
"midnight": {
"def": "(noun) the middle of the night : 12 o'clock at night —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"sunrise:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the time when the sun goes below the horizon in the evening",
"source": "MW"
},
"sunrise": {
"def": "(noun) the time when the sun appears above the horizon in the morning : dawn or daybreak",
"source": "MW"
},
"sunset:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the time when the sun appears above the horizon in the morning : dawn or daybreak",
"source": "MW"
},
"sunset": {
"def": "(noun) the time when the sun goes below the horizon in the evening",
"source": "MW"
},
"silver:noun": {
"def": "(noun) paper that is shiny on one side like silver and that is used for wrapping food (such as chocolate)",
"source": "MW"
},
"silver:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) covered with a thin layer of silver",
"source": "MW"
},
"silver:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cover (something, such as a mirror) with a thin layer of silver or something that looks like silver",
"source": "MW"
},
"silver": {
"def": "(noun) a soft grayish-white metal that is very valuable and is used to make jewelry, coins, knives, forks, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"gold:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a situation in which many people go quickly to a place where gold has been discovered because they hope to find more gold and become rich",
"source": "MW"
},
"gold:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) covered with a thin layer of gold",
"source": "MW"
},
"gold": {
"def": "(noun) a soft yellow metal that is very valuable and that is used especially in jewelry",
"source": "MW"
},
"iron:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a device used to cook waffles",
"source": "MW"
},
"iron:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made of cast iron",
"source": "MW"
},
"iron:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use a heated iron to make clothing or fabric smooth",
"source": "MW"
},
"iron": {
"def": "(noun) a heavy type of metal that is very common, occurs naturally in blood, and is used to make steel and in many products —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"steel:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of the many thin parts that control movement and feeling by carrying messages between the brain and other parts of the body",
"source": "MW"
},
"steel": {
"def": "(noun) a strong, hard metal made of iron and carbon —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"copper:noun": {
"def": "(noun) police officer",
"source": "MW"
},
"copper:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a copper coating on the bottom",
"source": "MW"
},
"copper": {
"def": "(noun) a reddish-brown metal that allows heat and electricity to pass through it easily —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"gem:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a valuable stone that has been cut and polished for use in jewelry",
"source": "MW"
},
"gem": {
"def": "(noun) a valuable stone that has been cut and polished for use in jewelry",
"source": "MW"
},
"crystal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an illegal drug in the form of crystals that causes you to feel more energetic and alert when you smoke it",
"source": "MW"
},
"crystal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very obvious : not causing or allowing doubt —sometimes used in spoken phrases that express anger",
"source": "MW"
},
"crystal": {
"def": "(noun) a small piece of a substance that has many sides and is formed when the substance turns into a solid",
"source": "MW"
},
"flame:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the hot, glowing gas that can be seen when a fire is burning",
"source": "MW"
},
"flame:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to burn with a flame : to produce a flame —often + up",
"source": "MW"
},
"flame:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having no beginning and no end in time : lasting forever",
"source": "MW"
},
"flame": {
"def": "(noun) the hot, glowing gas that can be seen when a fire is burning",
"source": "MW"
},
"smoke:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that you do or say to hide something or to take attention away from something",
"source": "MW"
},
"smoke:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to suck the smoke from a cigarette, cigar, pipe, etc., into your mouth and lungs and then exhale it",
"source": "MW"
},
"smoke:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe a place where people are not allowed to smoke",
"source": "MW"
},
"smoke": {
"def": "(noun) the cloud of black, gray, or white gases and dust that is produced by burning something",
"source": "MW"
},
"dust:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very strong wind that carries clouds of dust across a large area",
"source": "MW"
},
"dust:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) clean by brushing or wiping dirt and dust from the surface —often + off or down",
"source": "MW"
},
"dust": {
"def": "(noun) fine dry powder that builds up inside buildings on surfaces that have not recently been cleaned",
"source": "MW"
},
"ash:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small tree that produces red berries —called also (British) rowan",
"source": "MW"
},
"ash:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) pale blond or grayish blond",
"source": "MW"
},
"ash": {
"def": "(noun) the soft gray powder that remains after something (such as a cigarette or wood) has been completely burned and destroyed by fire",
"source": "MW"
},
"mist:noun": {
"def": "(noun) water in the form of very small drops floating in the air or falling as rain",
"source": "MW"
},
"mist:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become covered with very small drops of water—usually + up",
"source": "MW"
},
"mist": {
"def": "(noun) water in the form of very small drops floating in the air or falling as rain",
"source": "MW"
},
"fog:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very bright light on the front of a vehicle that is used to help the driver see better in fog —called also fog light",
"source": "MW"
},
"fog:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cover or fill (something) with small drops of water : to make (something) foggy",
"source": "MW"
},
"fog": {
"def": "(noun) many small drops of water floating in the air above the ground, the sea, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"tent:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small piece of wood, metal, or other material that is used to hold or fasten things or to hang things on",
"source": "MW"
},
"tent": {
"def": "(noun) a portable shelter that is used outdoors, is made of cloth (such as canvas or nylon), and is held up with poles and ropes",
"source": "MW"
},
"torch:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very sad or sentimental song about love and romance",
"source": "MW"
},
"torch:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move past someone or something —often + by —often + by",
"source": "MW"
},
"torch": {
"def": "(noun) a long stick with material at one end that burns brightly —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"lantern:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a machine that was used in the past to show pictures on a wall or screen",
"source": "MW"
},
"lantern:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe someone whose lower jaw sticks out beyond the upper jaw",
"source": "MW"
},
"lantern": {
"def": "(noun) a light that has usually a glass covering and that can be carried by a handle",
"source": "MW"
},
"hall:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of entering something",
"source": "MW"
},
"hall": {
"def": "(noun) a usually long, narrow passage inside a building with doors that lead to rooms on the sides",
"source": "MW"
},
"throne:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ability or right to control people or things —often + over",
"source": "MW"
},
"throne:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do what you are trying to do : to achieve the correct or desired result —often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"throne": {
"def": "(noun) the special chair for a king, queen, or other powerful person",
"source": "MW"
},
"dungeon:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a dark underground prison in a castle",
"source": "MW"
},
"dungeon": {
"def": "(noun) a dark underground prison in a castle",
"source": "MW"
},
"prison:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a prison in which prisoners are allowed more freedom than in other prisons : a minimum security prison",
"source": "MW"
},
"prison:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) least or lowest possible in amount or degree",
"source": "MW"
},
"prison": {
"def": "(noun) a building where people are kept as punishment for a crime or while they are waiting to go to court —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"temple:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the small, flat area on each side of your forehead",
"source": "MW"
},
"temple": {
"def": "(noun) a building for worship",
"source": "MW"
},
"altar:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a boy who helps the priest during a Catholic service",
"source": "MW"
},
"altar:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to honor or respect (someone or something) as a god",
"source": "MW"
},
"altar": {
"def": "(noun) a raised place on which sacrifices and gifts are offered in some religions—sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"shrine:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place connected with a holy person or event where people go to worship",
"source": "MW"
},
"shrine": {
"def": "(noun) a place connected with a holy person or event where people go to worship",
"source": "MW"
},
"tomb:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a building or chamber above or below the ground in which a dead body is kept",
"source": "MW"
},
"tomb": {
"def": "(noun) a building or chamber above or below the ground in which a dead body is kept",
"source": "MW"
},
"wound:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a usually sharp blade attached to a handle that is used for cutting or as a weapon",
"source": "MW"
},
"wound:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to bend or turn (something) in order to change its shape",
"source": "MW"
},
"wound:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) wide open : very large",
"source": "MW"
},
"wound": {
"def": "(noun) an injury that is caused when a knife, bullet, etc., cuts or breaks the skin",
"source": "MW"
},
"scar:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a mark that is left on your skin after a wound heals",
"source": "MW"
},
"scar:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to mark (something) with a scar",
"source": "MW"
},
"scar": {
"def": "(noun) a mark that is left on your skin after a wound heals",
"source": "MW"
},
"bruise:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a dark and painful area on your skin that is caused by an injury",
"source": "MW"
},
"bruise:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause a bruise on (part of a person's body, a piece of fruit, etc.) —often used as (be) bruised",
"source": "MW"
},
"bruise": {
"def": "(noun) a dark and painful area on your skin that is caused by an injury",
"source": "MW"
},
"heal:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become healthy or well again",
"source": "MW"
},
"heal": {
"def": "(verb) to become healthy or well again",
"source": "MW"
},
"medicine:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a container (such as a box or case) for holding things or moving them from place to place",
"source": "MW"
},
"medicine:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) offering or expressing a choice",
"source": "MW"
},
"medicine": {
"def": "(noun) a substance that is used in treating disease or relieving pain and that is usually in the form of a pill or a liquid",
"source": "MW"
},
"poison:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a common bush in the eastern U.S. and Canada that causes a very itchy and painful rash on your skin if you touch it",
"source": "MW"
},
"poison:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (a person or animal) to die or to become very sick with poison",
"source": "MW"
},
"poison": {
"def": "(noun) a substance that can cause people or animals to die or to become very sick if it gets into their bodies especially by being swallowed",
"source": "MW"
},
"scream:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to suddenly cry out in a loud and high voice because of pain, surprise, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"scream:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the crime of deliberately killing a person —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"scream": {
"def": "(verb) to suddenly cry out in a loud and high voice because of pain, surprise, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"frown:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a serious facial expression that usually shows anger, displeasure, or concentration",
"source": "MW"
},
"frown:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a frown in anger, concentration, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"frown": {
"def": "(noun) a serious facial expression that usually shows anger, displeasure, or concentration",
"source": "MW"
},
"kneel:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move your body so that one or both of your knees are on the floor : to be in a position in which both of your knees are on the floor",
"source": "MW"
},
"kneel": {
"def": "(verb) to move your body so that one or both of your knees are on the floor : to be in a position in which both of your knees are on the floor",
"source": "MW"
},
"tremble:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to shake slightly because you are afraid, nervous, excited, etc. —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"tremble": {
"def": "(verb) to shake slightly because you are afraid, nervous, excited, etc. —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"shiver:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (a letter, an e-mail, a package, etc.) to go or to be carried from one place or person to another",
"source": "MW"
},
"shiver:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the row of connected bones down the middle of the back : backbone",
"source": "MW"
},
"shiver": {
"def": "(verb) to shake slightly because you are cold, afraid, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"freeze:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to preserve (something, such as food) by a process that both dries and freezes it",
"source": "MW"
},
"freeze:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a state of extreme cold —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"freeze": {
"def": "(verb) to become a hard substance (such as ice) because of cold",
"source": "MW"
},
"sway:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have or keep (something) in your hand, arms, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"sway:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a slow movement back and forth",
"source": "MW"
},
"sway": {
"def": "(verb) to move slowly back and forth",
"source": "MW"
},
"crouch:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to lower your body to the ground by bending your legs",
"source": "MW"
},
"crouch": {
"def": "(verb) to lower your body to the ground by bending your legs",
"source": "MW"
},
"cover:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cover (something) again : to put a new cover on (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"cover:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a low plant or group of plants used in a garden to cover the ground",
"source": "MW"
},
"cover": {
"def": "(verb) to put something over, on top of, or in front of (something else) especially in order to protect, hide, or close it —used in recipes and instructions",
"source": "MW"
},
"search:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a special ability that allows someone to do something well",
"source": "MW"
},
"search:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to carefully look for someone or something : to try to find someone or something —often + for —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"search": {
"def": "(noun) an attempt to find someone or something : the act or process of looking for someone or something —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"hunt:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to chase and kill (wild animals) for food or pleasure",
"source": "MW"
},
"hunt:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of unfairly looking for and punishing people who are accused of having opinions that are believed to be dangerous or evil",
"source": "MW"
},
"hunt": {
"def": "(verb) to chase and kill (wild animals) for food or pleasure",
"source": "MW"
},
"chase:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a difficult and long search for something that is not important or that cannot be found",
"source": "MW"
},
"chase:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to guide someone to a place especially by going in front —often + to —often used as (be) led —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"chase:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very happy and cheerful : feeling or showing joy and happiness",
"source": "MW"
},
"chase": {
"def": "(noun) the act of following and trying to catch a person, animal, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"attack:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to act violently against (someone or something) : to try to hurt, injure, or destroy (something or someone) —often used as (be) attacked",
"source": "MW"
},
"attack:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a serious illness caused when a blood vessel in your brain suddenly breaks or is blocked",
"source": "MW"
},
"attack:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) designed for or used in a military attack",
"source": "MW"
},
"attack": {
"def": "(verb) to act violently against (someone or something) : to try to hurt, injure, or destroy (something or someone) —often used as (be) attacked",
"source": "MW"
},
"defend:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to fight in order to keep (someone or something) safe : to not allow a person or thing to hurt, damage, or destroy (someone or something) —often + from or against —usually + against",
"source": "MW"
},
"defend": {
"def": "(verb) to fight in order to keep (someone or something) safe : to not allow a person or thing to hurt, damage, or destroy (someone or something) —often + from or against —usually + against",
"source": "MW"
},
"protect:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to keep (someone or something) from being harmed, lost, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"protect:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of wanting to learn more about something or to be involved in something",
"source": "MW"
},
"protect": {
"def": "(verb) to keep (someone or something) from being harmed, lost, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"save:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to keep (someone or something) safe : to stop (someone or something) from dying or being hurt, damaged, or lost",
"source": "MW"
},
"save:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the body between the head and the shoulders",
"source": "MW"
},
"save:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) other than : but or except",
"source": "MW"
},
"save": {
"def": "(verb) to keep (someone or something) safe : to stop (someone or something) from dying or being hurt, damaged, or lost",
"source": "MW"
},
"rescue:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to save (someone or something) from danger or harm —often + from —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"rescue:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an attempt to find someone or something : the act or process of looking for someone or something —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"rescue": {
"def": "(verb) to save (someone or something) from danger or harm —often + from —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"capture:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stay away from (someone or something) : to avoid (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"capture:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the flashes of light that are produced in the sky during a storm",
"source": "MW"
},
"capture": {
"def": "(verb) to take and hold (someone) as a prisoner especially by using force",
"source": "MW"
},
"release:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to allow (a person or animal) to leave a jail, cage, prison, etc. : to set (someone or something) free",
"source": "MW"
},
"release:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the practice of allowing a prisoner to work outside of the prison during the day",
"source": "MW"
},
"release:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) releasing a drug slowly over a period of time instead of all at once",
"source": "MW"
},
"release": {
"def": "(verb) to allow (a person or animal) to leave a jail, cage, prison, etc. : to set (someone or something) free",
"source": "MW"
},
"unlock:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to open the lock on (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"unlock": {
"def": "(verb) to open the lock on (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"gather:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to bring (things or people) together into a group",
"source": "MW"
},
"gather:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an ability to say or write things that are clever and usually funny",
"source": "MW"
},
"gather": {
"def": "(verb) to bring (things or people) together into a group",
"source": "MW"
},
"collect:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to get (things) from different places and bring them together",
"source": "MW"
},
"collect:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) paid for by the person who is receiving the call",
"source": "MW"
},
"collect:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an ability to say or write things that are clever and usually funny",
"source": "MW"
},
"collect": {
"def": "(verb) to get (things) from different places and bring them together",
"source": "MW"
},
"build:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) by putting together parts or materials",
"source": "MW"
},
"build:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the way someone thinks, feels, and behaves : someone's personality—usually singular —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"build": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) by putting together parts or materials",
"source": "MW"
},
"destroy:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something) to end or no longer exist : to cause the destruction of (something) : to damage (something) so badly that it cannot be repaired",
"source": "MW"
},
"destroy": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something) to end or no longer exist : to cause the destruction of (something) : to damage (something) so badly that it cannot be repaired",
"source": "MW"
},
"break:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to separate (something) into parts or pieces often in a sudden and forceful or violent way",
"source": "MW"
},
"break:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the time when people stop working or studying to have lunch : lunch hour",
"source": "MW"
},
"break:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having equal costs and income",
"source": "MW"
},
"break": {
"def": "(verb) to separate (something) into parts or pieces often in a sudden and forceful or violent way",
"source": "MW"
},
"lift:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to attach, fasten, or connect (something) with a hook, knot, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"lift:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a machine that is used to pull skiers up a mountain and that has a series of T-shaped bars each of which pulls two skiers —called also T-bar lift",
"source": "MW"
},
"lift": {
"def": "(verb) to move (something or someone) to a higher position : raise",
"source": "MW"
},
"send:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) into a bag, suitcase, etc., so that you can take it with you",
"source": "MW"
},
"send:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of admiring someone or something that is good, valuable, important, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"send": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (a letter, an e-mail, a package, etc.) to go or to be carried from one place or person to another",
"source": "MW"
},
"receive:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to get or be given (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"receive:noun": {
"def": "(noun) punishment that someone deserves",
"source": "MW"
},
"receive": {
"def": "(verb) to get or be given (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"share:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have or use (something) with others —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"share:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a food that consists of a pastry crust that is filled with fruit, meat, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"share:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) agreeing with what is thought to be right or acceptable",
"source": "MW"
},
"share": {
"def": "(verb) to have or use (something) with others —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"trade:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a special way of doing or making something) that is known only by the company that uses it and is protected from competitors",
"source": "MW"
},
"trade:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give something to someone and receive something in return : to give something in exchange for something else",
"source": "MW"
},
"trade": {
"def": "(noun) the activity or process of buying, selling, or exchanging goods or services : commerce",
"source": "MW"
},
"steal:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take and use (something that belongs to someone else) for a period of time before returning it",
"source": "MW"
},
"steal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the very loud sound that comes from the sky during a storm : the sound that follows a flash of lightning",
"source": "MW"
},
"steal": {
"def": "(verb) to take (something that does not belong to you) in a way that is wrong or illegal",
"source": "MW"
},
"trust:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of investment in which the money of many people is used to buy stock from many different companies —called also (British) unit trust",
"source": "MW"
},
"trust:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give information about (a person, group, country, etc.) to an enemy",
"source": "MW"
},
"trust": {
"def": "(noun) belief that someone or something is reliable, good, honest, effective, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"doubt:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to throw or move (something) in a forceful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"doubt:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a dark shape that appears on a surface when someone or something moves between the surface and a source of light —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"doubt:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"doubt": {
"def": "(verb) to be uncertain about (something) : to believe that (something) may not be true or is unlikely",
"source": "MW"
},
"believe:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to build, create, or produce (something) by work or effort —often followed by with to describe the things that are used to produce something —often followed by of to describe the material that forms something —often followed by from to describe the source of a product",
"source": "MW"
},
"believe:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the body that you see with",
"source": "MW"
},
"believe": {
"def": "(verb) to accept or regard (something) as true",
"source": "MW"
},
"worry:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to think about problems or fears : to feel or show fear and concern because you think that something bad has happened or could happen —often + about —sometimes + over —+ that",
"source": "MW"
},
"worry:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of a person that thinks, reasons, feels, and remembers",
"source": "MW"
},
"worry:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) affected with a disease or illness : ill —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"worry": {
"def": "(verb) to think about problems or fears : to feel or show fear and concern because you think that something bad has happened or could happen —often + about —sometimes + over —+ that",
"source": "MW"
},
"understand:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to not succeed : to end without success —followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"understand": {
"def": "(verb) to know the meaning of (something, such as the words that someone is saying or a language) : comprehend",
"source": "MW"
},
"learn:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be alive",
"source": "MW"
},
"learn:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a strong, thick string that is made by twisting many thin strings or fibers together",
"source": "MW"
},
"learn": {
"def": "(verb) to gain knowledge or skill by studying, practicing, being taught, or experiencing something —often + about —often + from —often + about —often to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"teach:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause or help (someone) to learn about a subject by giving lessons",
"source": "MW"
},
"teach:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an action that is meant to deceive someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"teach": {
"def": "(verb) to cause or help (someone) to learn about a subject by giving lessons",
"source": "MW"
},
"imagine:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to think of or create (something that is not real) in your mind",
"source": "MW"
},
"imagine": {
"def": "(verb) to think of or create (something that is not real) in your mind",
"source": "MW"
},
"disagree:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have the same opinion —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"disagree": {
"def": "(verb) to have a different opinion : to fail to agree —often + with —often + on, about, or over",
"source": "MW"
},
"argue:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give reasons for or against something : to say or write things in order to change someone's opinion about what is true, what should be done, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"argue:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of throwing or tossing something with a quick, light motion",
"source": "MW"
},
"argue": {
"def": "(verb) to give reasons for or against something : to say or write things in order to change someone's opinion about what is true, what should be done, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"convince:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to believe that something is true",
"source": "MW"
},
"convince": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to believe that something is true",
"source": "MW"
},
"ancient:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very old : having lived or existed for a very long time —often used in an exaggerated way to describe an old machine, person, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"ancient:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the thing that is measured as seconds, minutes, hours, days, years, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"ancient": {
"def": "(adjective) very old : having lived or existed for a very long time —often used in an exaggerated way to describe an old machine, person, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"holy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) connected to a god or a religion",
"source": "MW"
},
"holy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the position of a Christian priest, bishop, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"holy": {
"def": "(adjective) connected to a god or a religion",
"source": "MW"
},
"sacred:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) worthy of religious worship : very holy —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"sacred:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone or something that has been accepted or respected for a long time and that people are afraid or unwilling to criticize or question",
"source": "MW"
},
"sacred": {
"def": "(adjective) worthy of religious worship : very holy —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"cursed:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) affected by a curse that causes bad things to happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"cursed:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use offensive words when you speak",
"source": "MW"
},
"cursed": {
"def": "(adjective) affected by a curse that causes bad things to happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"powerful:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having complete power : able to do anything —often used in an exaggerated way to describe people or organizations that are very powerful",
"source": "MW"
},
"powerful": {
"def": "(adjective) having the ability to control or influence people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"magical:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having the power to make impossible things happen : having supernatural power",
"source": "MW"
},
"magical": {
"def": "(adjective) very pleasant or exciting",
"source": "MW"
},
"evil:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) so important that you must do it or have it : absolutely needed",
"source": "MW"
},
"evil:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the force of things that are morally bad",
"source": "MW"
},
"evil": {
"def": "(adjective) morally bad",
"source": "MW"
},
"noble:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having, showing, or coming from personal qualities that people admire (such as honesty, generosity, courage, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"noble:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is a member of the nobility",
"source": "MW"
},
"noble": {
"def": "(adjective) having, showing, or coming from personal qualities that people admire (such as honesty, generosity, courage, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"loyal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing complete and constant support for someone or something : faithful —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"loyal": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing complete and constant support for someone or something : faithful —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"faithful:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing true and constant support or loyalty —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"faithful": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing true and constant support or loyalty —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"proud:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) proud of your house because you spend time and effort cleaning or improving it",
"source": "MW"
},
"proud:verb": {
"def": "(verb) —used before the subject in a question",
"source": "MW"
},
"proud:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who owns or has something—often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"proud": {
"def": "(adjective) very happy and pleased because of something you have done, something you own, someone you know or are related to, etc. : feeling pride —often + of —sometimes followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"humble:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not proud : not thinking of yourself as better than other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"humble:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take food into your mouth and swallow it",
"source": "MW"
},
"humble:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a food that consists of a pastry crust that is filled with fruit, meat, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"humble": {
"def": "(adjective) not proud : not thinking of yourself as better than other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"clever:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) intelligent and able to learn things quickly",
"source": "MW"
},
"clever:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of two equal or nearly equal parts into which something can be divided",
"source": "MW"
},
"clever": {
"def": "(adjective) intelligent and able to learn things quickly",
"source": "MW"
},
"swift:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or done quickly or immediately",
"source": "MW"
},
"swift:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small bird that has long, narrow wings",
"source": "MW"
},
"swift": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or done quickly or immediately",
"source": "MW"
},
"sharp:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very sharp",
"source": "MW"
},
"sharp:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) exactly—used to refer to an exact time",
"source": "MW"
},
"sharp:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the body that you see with",
"source": "MW"
},
"sharp": {
"def": "(adjective) having a thin edge that is able to cut things or a fine point that is able to make a hole in things",
"source": "MW"
},
"clear:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing an ability to think clearly",
"source": "MW"
},
"clear:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cut down all the trees in (an area)",
"source": "MW"
},
"clear:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a clear manner—used in the phrase loud and clear",
"source": "MW"
},
"clear:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an area of land in which all the trees have been cut down",
"source": "MW"
},
"clear": {
"def": "(adjective) very obvious : not causing or allowing doubt —sometimes used in spoken phrases that express anger",
"source": "MW"
},
"pure:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not hard to understand or do",
"source": "MW"
},
"pure:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a desire to harm, anger, or defeat another person especially because you feel that you have been treated wrongly in some way",
"source": "MW"
},
"pure": {
"def": "(adjective) not mixed with anything else",
"source": "MW"
},
"rough:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a rough and uneven surface",
"source": "MW"
},
"rough:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a rough way",
"source": "MW"
},
"rough:noun": {
"def": "(noun) scrap paper",
"source": "MW"
},
"rough:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit (a player) very hard in a way that is not allowed by the rules",
"source": "MW"
},
"rough": {
"def": "(adjective) having a surface that is not even",
"source": "MW"
},
"smooth:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made of silk or of material that is soft, smooth, and shiny like silk",
"source": "MW"
},
"smooth:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) smooth —often + back or down",
"source": "MW"
},
"smooth:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who talks in a particular way or who talks a lot",
"source": "MW"
},
"smooth": {
"def": "(adjective) having a flat, even surface : not rough : not having any bumps, ridges, or uneven parts",
"source": "MW"
},
"flat:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe a television, computer monitor, etc., that has a thin and flat screen",
"source": "MW"
},
"flat:noun": {
"def": "(noun) in-law apartment",
"source": "MW"
},
"flat:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a very clear and direct way",
"source": "MW"
},
"flat": {
"def": "(adjective) having a smooth, level, or even surface : not having curves or bumps",
"source": "MW"
},
"round:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) all-around",
"source": "MW"
},
"round:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) from beginning to end",
"source": "MW"
},
"round:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a trip to a place and back usually over the same route",
"source": "MW"
},
"round:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go or pass around (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"round:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) all during : throughout",
"source": "MW"
},
"round": {
"def": "(adjective) shaped like a circle or ball",
"source": "MW"
},
"straight:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very clear and direct",
"source": "MW"
},
"straight:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a straight or direct way",
"source": "MW"
},
"straight:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a razor that is enclosed in a case which forms a handle when the razor is pulled out for use —called also (British) cut-throat razor",
"source": "MW"
},
"straight": {
"def": "(adjective) not having curves, bends, or angles",
"source": "MW"
},
"crooked:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not straight : having bends and curves",
"source": "MW"
},
"crooked:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to bend (your finger, neck, or arm)",
"source": "MW"
},
"crooked": {
"def": "(adjective) not straight : having bends and curves",
"source": "MW"
},
"narrow:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not willing to accept opinions, beliefs, or behaviors that are unusual or different from your own",
"source": "MW"
},
"narrow:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) less wide",
"source": "MW"
},
"narrow:noun": {
"def": "(noun) heterosexual—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"narrow": {
"def": "(adjective) long and not wide : small from one side to the other side",
"source": "MW"
},
"broad:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) willing to accept opinions, beliefs, or behaviors that are unusual or different from your own",
"source": "MW"
},
"broad:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large, flat, pale green seed that is eaten as a vegetable —called also (chiefly British) broad bean",
"source": "MW"
},
"broad": {
"def": "(adjective) large from one side to the other side : wide",
"source": "MW"
},
"steep:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) almost straight up and down : rising or falling very sharply",
"source": "MW"
},
"steep:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give money for goods or services —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"steep": {
"def": "(adjective) almost straight up and down : rising or falling very sharply",
"source": "MW"
},
"dense:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having parts that are close together",
"source": "MW"
},
"dense": {
"def": "(adjective) having parts that are close together",
"source": "MW"
},
"rich:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not working, active, or being used",
"source": "MW"
},
"rich:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a heavy cloth that has designs or pictures woven into it and that is used for wall hangings, curtains, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"rich:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) very or extremely",
"source": "MW"
},
"rich:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit (someone or something) in a forceful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"rich": {
"def": "(adjective) having a lot of money and possessions : wealthy",
"source": "MW"
},
"poor:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very bad : extremely poor",
"source": "MW"
},
"poor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone or something that loses a game, contest, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"poor": {
"def": "(adjective) having little money or few possessions : not having enough money for the basic things that people need to live properly",
"source": "MW"
},
"hungry:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) suffering because of a lack of food : greatly affected by hunger",
"source": "MW"
},
"hungry": {
"def": "(adjective) suffering because of a lack of food : greatly affected by hunger",
"source": "MW"
},
"thirsty:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having an uncomfortable feeling because you need something to drink : feeling thirst",
"source": "MW"
},
"thirsty": {
"def": "(adjective) having an uncomfortable feeling because you need something to drink : feeling thirst",
"source": "MW"
},
"weary:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) no longer having or showing excitement or interest in life",
"source": "MW"
},
"weary:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) very tired",
"source": "MW"
},
"weary:noun": {
"def": "(noun) any one of the hard pieces that form the frame (called a skeleton) inside a person's or animal's body —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"weary": {
"def": "(adjective) lacking strength, energy, or freshness because of a need for rest or sleep : tired",
"source": "MW"
},
"steady:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) prepared to do something —often followed by to + verb —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"steady:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have or keep (something) in your hand, arms, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"steady:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a steady way",
"source": "MW"
},
"steady:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a check that is used to pay an employee for his or her work",
"source": "MW"
},
"steady": {
"def": "(adjective) not shaking or moving : held firmly in one place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"sudden:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening, coming, or done very quickly in a way that is usually not expected",
"source": "MW"
},
"sudden:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sudden strong desire to do something —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"sudden": {
"def": "(adjective) happening, coming, or done very quickly in a way that is usually not expected",
"source": "MW"
},
"silent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not speaking or making noise : quiet",
"source": "MW"
},
"silent:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a partner who invests money in a business but is not involved in running the business —called also (British) sleeping partner",
"source": "MW"
},
"silent": {
"def": "(adjective) not speaking or making noise : quiet",
"source": "MW"
},
"calm:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) somewhat cold : not warm or hot",
"source": "MW"
},
"calm:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an occurrence of bad weather in which there is a lot of rain, snow, etc., and often strong winds",
"source": "MW"
},
"calm:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become or to cause (someone) to become less upset, emotional, excited, etc. —often + down —+ down",
"source": "MW"
},
"calm": {
"def": "(adjective) not angry, upset, excited, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"nervous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not relating to the main or most important part —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"nervous:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a vehicle, airplane, etc., that has been badly damaged or destroyed",
"source": "MW"
},
"nervous": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing feelings of being worried and afraid about what might happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"excited:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very enthusiastic and eager about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"excited:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause feelings of enthusiasm in (someone) : to make (someone) feel energetic and eager to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"excited": {
"def": "(adjective) very enthusiastic and eager about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"curious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a desire to learn or know more about something or someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"curious": {
"def": "(adjective) having a desire to learn or know more about something or someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"confused:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) unable to understand or think clearly",
"source": "MW"
},
"confused:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) uncertain or unable to understand something —often used as (be) confused",
"source": "MW"
},
"confused": {
"def": "(adjective) unable to understand or think clearly",
"source": "MW"
},
"surprised:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing the feeling that people get when something unexpected or unusual happens : feeling or showing surprise —often followed by to + verb —often + at or by",
"source": "MW"
},
"surprised:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to feel surprised",
"source": "MW"
},
"surprised": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing the feeling that people get when something unexpected or unusual happens : feeling or showing surprise —often followed by to + verb —often + at or by",
"source": "MW"
},
"pleased:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happy or satisfied —often + with —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"pleased:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) happy or satisfied —used in the phrase to please",
"source": "MW"
},
"pleased:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a quick hit with your fist",
"source": "MW"
},
"pleased:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in addition : also —often used for emphasis",
"source": "MW"
},
"pleased": {
"def": "(adjective) happy or satisfied —often + with —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"disappointed:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling sad, unhappy, or displeased because something was not as good as expected or because something you hoped for or expected did not happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"disappointed:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) unhappy by not being as good as expected or by not doing something that was hoped for or expected",
"source": "MW"
},
"disappointed": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling sad, unhappy, or displeased because something was not as good as expected or because something you hoped for or expected did not happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"determined:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very likely or certain to do or to be something",
"source": "MW"
},
"determined:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to officially decide (something) especially because of evidence or facts : to establish (something) exactly or with authority",
"source": "MW"
},
"determined": {
"def": "(adjective) having a strong feeling that you are going to do something and that you will not allow anyone or anything to stop you—often followed by to + verb —often + that",
"source": "MW"
},
"careful:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) using care",
"source": "MW"
},
"careful:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to want (something) to be true or to happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"careful": {
"def": "(adjective) using care",
"source": "MW"
},
"hardly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at any time",
"source": "MW"
},
"hardly:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to introduce the second or last of two or more things or people that are being compared—used with the comparative form of an adjective or adverb",
"source": "MW"
},
"hardly:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stay in a place until an expected event happens, until someone arrives, until it is your turn to do something, etc. —often followed by to + verb —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"hardly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) higher in quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"hardly": {
"def": "(adverb) barely scarcely—used to say that something was almost not possible or almost did not happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"swiftly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or done quickly or immediately",
"source": "MW"
},
"swiftly": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or done quickly or immediately",
"source": "MW"
},
"north:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the direction that is to your left when you are facing the rising sun : the direction that is the opposite of south",
"source": "MW"
},
"north:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) located in or toward the north",
"source": "MW"
},
"north:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to or toward the north",
"source": "MW"
},
"north": {
"def": "(noun) the direction that is to your left when you are facing the rising sun : the direction that is the opposite of south",
"source": "MW"
},
"south:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the direction that is to your right when you are facing the rising sun : the direction that is the opposite of north",
"source": "MW"
},
"south:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) located in or toward the south",
"source": "MW"
},
"south:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to or toward the south",
"source": "MW"
},
"south": {
"def": "(noun) the direction that is to your right when you are facing the rising sun : the direction that is the opposite of north",
"source": "MW"
},
"east:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the direction where the sun rises : the direction that is the opposite of west",
"source": "MW"
},
"east:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) lying toward or at the east",
"source": "MW"
},
"east:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to or toward the east",
"source": "MW"
},
"east": {
"def": "(noun) the direction where the sun rises : the direction that is the opposite of west",
"source": "MW"
},
"west:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the direction where the sun sets : the direction that is the opposite of east",
"source": "MW"
},
"west:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) located in or toward the west",
"source": "MW"
},
"west:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to or toward the west",
"source": "MW"
},
"west": {
"def": "(noun) the direction where the sun sets : the direction that is the opposite of east",
"source": "MW"
},
"northeast:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the direction between north and east",
"source": "MW"
},
"northeast:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) located in or toward the northeast",
"source": "MW"
},
"northeast:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to or toward the northeast",
"source": "MW"
},
"northeast": {
"def": "(noun) the direction between north and east",
"source": "MW"
},
"northwest:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the direction between north and west",
"source": "MW"
},
"northwest:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) located in the northwest",
"source": "MW"
},
"northwest:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to or toward the northwest",
"source": "MW"
},
"northwest": {
"def": "(noun) the direction between north and west",
"source": "MW"
},
"southeast:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the direction between south and east",
"source": "MW"
},
"southeast:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) located in or toward the southeast",
"source": "MW"
},
"southeast:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to or toward the southeast",
"source": "MW"
},
"southeast": {
"def": "(noun) the direction between south and east",
"source": "MW"
},
"southwest:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the direction between south and west",
"source": "MW"
},
"southwest:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) located in the southwest",
"source": "MW"
},
"southwest:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to or toward the southwest",
"source": "MW"
},
"southwest": {
"def": "(noun) the direction between south and west",
"source": "MW"
},
"others:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in or through (a group of people or things)",
"source": "MW"
},
"others:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the tube inside the neck that leads to the stomach and lungs",
"source": "MW"
},
"others:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to walk —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"others": {
"def": "(preposition) in or through (a group of people or things)",
"source": "MW"
},
"done:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) cooked completely",
"source": "MW"
},
"done:interjection": {
"def": "(interjection) —used to say that you agree with the conditions of a deal or accept an offer",
"source": "MW"
},
"done:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to think about (something or someone) carefully especially in order to make a choice or decision",
"source": "MW"
},
"done:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that has been done and that cannot be changed",
"source": "MW"
},
"done:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) the entire number, quantity, or amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"done": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to say that an activity, job, etc., has ended",
"source": "MW"
},
"least:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) most liked",
"source": "MW"
},
"least:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a very small amount or degree",
"source": "MW"
},
"least:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small piece of something —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"least:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go or come after or behind (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"least": {
"def": "(adjective) smallest in amount or degree",
"source": "MW"
},
"cannot:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to keep (someone or something) safe : to stop (someone or something) from dying or being hurt, damaged, or lost",
"source": "MW"
},
"cannot:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) only —sometimes used for emphasis",
"source": "MW"
},
"cannot": {
"def": "(verb) to be able to (do something) : to know how to (do something) : to have the power or skill to (do something) : to be designed to (do something) —sometimes used without a following verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"less:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) small in size",
"source": "MW"
},
"less:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a very small amount or degree",
"source": "MW"
},
"less:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) a smaller number or amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"less:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) after taking away or subtracting (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"less:adjective suffix": {
"def": "(adjective suffix) not having something specified : without something",
"source": "MW"
},
"less:verb": {
"def": "(verb) —used as the past tense of can",
"source": "MW"
},
"less": {
"def": "(adjective) not so much : smaller in amount or number",
"source": "MW"
},
"none:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) not any of a group of people or things : no amount or part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"none:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) mentioned at an earlier point in the same document : written above",
"source": "MW"
},
"none:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) —used in the phrase bar none to emphasize that a statement is completely true",
"source": "MW"
},
"none:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who has control or power over others: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"none:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to own, use, or hold (something) —also used for things that cannot be seen or touched —also have got",
"source": "MW"
},
"none": {
"def": "(pronoun) not any of a group of people or things : no amount or part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"neither:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not one or the other of two people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"neither:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) not the one and not the other of two people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"neither:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used with nor to indicate two or more people, things, actions, etc., about which something is not true",
"source": "MW"
},
"neither:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in that place : at that location —used in speech when something is found",
"source": "MW"
},
"neither:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a bird (such as a chicken) that is raised for food—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"neither": {
"def": "(adjective) not one or the other of two people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"nor:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used with nor to indicate two or more people, things, actions, etc., about which something is not true",
"source": "MW"
},
"nor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as coins or bills) used as a way to pay for goods and services and to pay people for their work",
"source": "MW"
},
"nor:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in this place : at this location —used in speech when something is found",
"source": "MW"
},
"nor": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used after neither to show something is also not true, possible, allowed, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"both:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to indicate that two things or people are being referred to rather than just one",
"source": "MW"
},
"both:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) each one of two things or people",
"source": "MW"
},
"both:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used before two words or phrases connected with and to stress that each is included",
"source": "MW"
},
"both:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the body that you see with",
"source": "MW"
},
"both:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use a sharp tool (such as a knife) to open or divide (something, such as paper or wood) —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"both": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to indicate that two things or people are being referred to rather than just one",
"source": "MW"
},
"either:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) one and the other of two",
"source": "MW"
},
"either:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) the one or the other",
"source": "MW"
},
"either:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used with or to indicate choices or possibilities",
"source": "MW"
},
"either:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in addition—used after a negative statement",
"source": "MW"
},
"either:noun": {
"def": "(noun) how someone or something does something : how someone or something behaves, appears, feels, etc.—usually singular —often followed by to + verb —often used with in",
"source": "MW"
},
"either": {
"def": "(adjective) one and the other of two",
"source": "MW"
},
"much:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) large in amount or extent : not little —often used in questions and in negative statements",
"source": "MW"
},
"much:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) for another time : one more time",
"source": "MW"
},
"much:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) a thing of any kind",
"source": "MW"
},
"much:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to make comparisons —usually used in the phrase as…as —sometimes used in negative phrases with so",
"source": "MW"
},
"much:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small piece of something —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"much": {
"def": "(adjective) large in amount or extent : not little —often used in questions and in negative statements",
"source": "MW"
},
"each:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to say that someone has the right qualities to be or to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"each:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to or for each : apiece",
"source": "MW"
},
"each:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) each of two or more people, animals, etc., who are doing something together or in relationship to the other or others in the group",
"source": "MW"
},
"each:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have (a particular meaning)",
"source": "MW"
},
"each:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of the 24 equal parts of a day : 60 minutes",
"source": "MW"
},
"each": {
"def": "(adjective) every one of two or more people or things considered separately",
"source": "MW"
},
"another:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) one more in addition",
"source": "MW"
},
"another:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) that person or thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"another:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large, round object in space (such as the Earth) that travels around a star (such as the sun)",
"source": "MW"
},
"another:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to an exact degree or in an exact manner",
"source": "MW"
},
"another": {
"def": "(adjective) one more in addition",
"source": "MW"
},
"else:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) separated by an amount of space —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"else:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not old : recently born, built, or created",
"source": "MW"
},
"else:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) any person : anybody",
"source": "MW"
},
"else:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the way someone thinks, feels, and behaves : someone's personality—usually singular —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"else:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to not succeed : to end without success —followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"else:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to talk about the result or effect of something that may happen or be true",
"source": "MW"
},
"else": {
"def": "(adverb) in a different or additional manner or place : at a different or additional time",
"source": "MW"
},
"forth:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) toward the back and then toward the front : backward and forward",
"source": "MW"
},
"forth:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a period of 24 hours beginning at midnight : one of the seven time periods that make up a week",
"source": "MW"
},
"forth:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to join words or groups of words",
"source": "MW"
},
"forth:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone or something) to be in a particular place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"forth": {
"def": "(adverb) out into notice or view : out",
"source": "MW"
},
"hence:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) for this reason",
"source": "MW"
},
"hence:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a word or phrase that refers to or that can refer to a specific person",
"source": "MW"
},
"hence": {
"def": "(adverb) for this reason",
"source": "MW"
},
"thus:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at or to a great distance in space or time",
"source": "MW"
},
"thus": {
"def": "(adverb) in this way or manner : like this",
"source": "MW"
},
"thereby:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) by means of that act, those words, that document, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"thereby:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to attach or place something so that it is held up without support from below",
"source": "MW"
},
"thereby:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a story about imaginary events : an exciting or dramatic story",
"source": "MW"
},
"thereby": {
"def": "(adverb) by means of that act, those words, that document, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"note:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a musical note equal in time to 1/4 of a whole note —called also (British) crotchet",
"source": "MW"
},
"note:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to notice or pay attention to (something) —often + that",
"source": "MW"
},
"note:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) boring because it does not change",
"source": "MW"
},
"note": {
"def": "(noun) a short piece of writing that is used to help someone remember something",
"source": "MW"
},
"reply:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say, write, or do something as an answer or response",
"source": "MW"
},
"reply:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something said, written, or done as an answer or response",
"source": "MW"
},
"reply:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) postage-paid",
"source": "MW"
},
"reply": {
"def": "(verb) to say, write, or do something as an answer or response",
"source": "MW"
},
"respond:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say or write something as an answer to a question or request : reply",
"source": "MW"
},
"respond": {
"def": "(verb) to say or write something as an answer to a question or request : reply",
"source": "MW"
},
"roll:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move across the ground or another surface by turning over and over",
"source": "MW"
},
"roll:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a list of people who deserve to be honored; especially : a list of students who have received good grades in school —called also (British) roll of honour",
"source": "MW"
},
"roll:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) rubbed or spread on the body with a bottle that has a rolling ball set into its top",
"source": "MW"
},
"roll": {
"def": "(verb) to move across the ground or another surface by turning over and over",
"source": "MW"
},
"slip:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to slide out of the proper position",
"source": "MW"
},
"slip:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a notice that is given to a worker by an employer saying that the worker's job is ending",
"source": "MW"
},
"slip": {
"def": "(verb) to slide out of the proper position",
"source": "MW"
},
"spin:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to turn or cause someone or something to turn around repeatedly",
"source": "MW"
},
"spin:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone or something that spins yarn or thread",
"source": "MW"
},
"spin": {
"def": "(verb) to turn or cause someone or something to turn around repeatedly",
"source": "MW"
},
"swing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move backward and forward or from side to side while hanging from something",
"source": "MW"
},
"swing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a door that can be pushed open from either side and that swings shut when it is released —called also (British) swing door",
"source": "MW"
},
"swing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the style of jazz music called swing",
"source": "MW"
},
"swing": {
"def": "(verb) to move backward and forward or from side to side while hanging from something",
"source": "MW"
},
"wave:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move your hand or something held in your hand usually in a repeated motion in order to signal or greet someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"wave:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very high, large wave in the ocean that is often caused by strong winds or an earthquake : tsunami",
"source": "MW"
},
"wave": {
"def": "(verb) to move your hand or something held in your hand usually in a repeated motion in order to signal or greet someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"pause:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a temporary stop : a period of time in which something is stopped before it is started again",
"source": "MW"
},
"pause:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stop doing something for a short time before doing it again",
"source": "MW"
},
"pause": {
"def": "(noun) a temporary stop : a period of time in which something is stopped before it is started again",
"source": "MW"
},
"glance:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take (something that does not belong to you) in a way that is wrong or illegal",
"source": "MW"
},
"glance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a quick look",
"source": "MW"
},
"glance:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) occupying the number two position in a series",
"source": "MW"
},
"glance": {
"def": "(verb) to look at someone or something very quickly",
"source": "MW"
},
"stare:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) whole or able to work properly again : to repair (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"stare:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the amount of an area, room, surface, etc., that is empty or available for use",
"source": "MW"
},
"stare:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to understand something clearly and fully",
"source": "MW"
},
"stare": {
"def": "(verb) to look at someone or something for a long time often with your eyes wide open —often + at —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"gaze:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) whole or able to work properly again : to repair (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"gaze:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the amount of an area, room, surface, etc., that is empty or available for use",
"source": "MW"
},
"gaze:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to understand something clearly and fully",
"source": "MW"
},
"gaze": {
"def": "(verb) to look at someone or something in a steady way and usually for a long time",
"source": "MW"
},
"peek:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take (something that does not belong to you) in a way that is wrong or illegal",
"source": "MW"
},
"peek:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done while others are not paying attention",
"source": "MW"
},
"peek": {
"def": "(verb) to look at someone or something secretly especially from a hidden place",
"source": "MW"
},
"add:verb": {
"def": "(verb) —used to say that something is possible",
"source": "MW"
},
"add:abbreviation": {
"def": "(abbreviation) attention deficit disorder",
"source": "MW"
},
"add:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a rude or offensive act or statement : something that insults someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"add:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) a large amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"add": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) with another thing or group of things",
"source": "MW"
},
"care:noun": {
"def": "(noun) medical care from the doctor who sees a patient first and provides basic treatment or decides that the patient should see another doctor",
"source": "MW"
},
"care:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to feel interest in something : to be interested in or concerned about something —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"care:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relaxed and without worry",
"source": "MW"
},
"care": {
"def": "(noun) effort made to do something correctly, safely, or without causing damage",
"source": "MW"
},
"kick:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to start (a motorcycle) by pushing down on a lever with your foot",
"source": "MW"
},
"kick:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the body you sit on : buttocks —used in informal phrases where ass might also be used",
"source": "MW"
},
"kick:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very tough and aggressive",
"source": "MW"
},
"kick": {
"def": "(verb) to hit (someone or something) with your foot",
"source": "MW"
},
"kiss:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take (something that does not belong to you) in a way that is wrong or illegal",
"source": "MW"
},
"kiss:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a remark or gesture made when someone is leaving —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"kiss:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) telling private details about romantic relationships",
"source": "MW"
},
"kiss": {
"def": "(verb) to touch (someone) with your lips as a greeting or as a way of showing love or sexual attraction",
"source": "MW"
},
"view:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a mirror on the outside of a vehicle that allows the driver to see what is behind and to the right or left of the vehicle —called also (British) wing mirror",
"source": "MW"
},
"view:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to lift or pull (something) with effort —usually + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"view:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not bright or clear : not seen clearly",
"source": "MW"
},
"view": {
"def": "(noun) an opinion or way of thinking about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"snap:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to break quickly with a short, sharp sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"snap:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an opinion or decision that is based on careful thought",
"source": "MW"
},
"snap:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done or made suddenly or without careful thought",
"source": "MW"
},
"snap:interjection": {
"def": "(interjection) —used to express surprise when two things are alike",
"source": "MW"
},
"snap": {
"def": "(verb) to break quickly with a short, sharp sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"club:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a special long stick with a larger part at the bottom that is used to hit the ball in golf",
"source": "MW"
},
"club:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit (a person or animal) with a heavy stick or object",
"source": "MW"
},
"club": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people who meet to participate in an activity (such as a sport or hobby)",
"source": "MW"
},
"hop:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move by a quick jump or series of jumps",
"source": "MW"
},
"hop:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a short, quick step and jump forward",
"source": "MW"
},
"hop": {
"def": "(verb) to move by a quick jump or series of jumps",
"source": "MW"
},
"skip:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to not do (something that is usual or expected)",
"source": "MW"
},
"skip:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a strong, thick string that is made by twisting many thin strings or fibers together",
"source": "MW"
},
"skip": {
"def": "(verb) to not do (something that is usual or expected)",
"source": "MW"
},
"dip:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to swim without wearing any clothes",
"source": "MW"
},
"dip:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of the five separate parts at the end of your foot",
"source": "MW"
},
"dip": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) into a liquid and pull it out again quickly—usually + in or into",
"source": "MW"
},
"tap:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take or use money, knowledge, etc., from a source —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"tap:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a procedure in which a needle is inserted into the spinal cord in order to take out fluid or inject medicine",
"source": "MW"
},
"tap": {
"def": "(verb) to hit (someone or something) lightly especially with a small sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"rub:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move something (such as your hand or an object) back and forth along the surface of (something) while pressing",
"source": "MW"
},
"rub:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an injury that is caused when a knife, bullet, etc., cuts or breaks the skin",
"source": "MW"
},
"rub:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not agreeing with the facts or truth : incorrect",
"source": "MW"
},
"rub": {
"def": "(verb) to move something (such as your hand or an object) back and forth along the surface of (something) while pressing",
"source": "MW"
},
"pat:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be in an upright position with all of your weight on your feet",
"source": "MW"
},
"pat:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a children's game in which two people lightly hit their hands together while singing a short poem (called a nursery rhyme)",
"source": "MW"
},
"pat:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) learned completely or perfectly",
"source": "MW"
},
"pat:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) in a low place or position : on the ground or floor",
"source": "MW"
},
"pat": {
"def": "(verb) to lightly touch (someone or something) with your hand usually several times in order to show affection or approval or to provide comfort —often + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"wipe:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to clean or dry (something) by using a towel, your hand, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"wipe:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an expression on your face that makes the corners of your mouth turn up and that shows happiness, amusement, pleasure, affection, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"wipe:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) free from dirt, marks, etc. : not dirty",
"source": "MW"
},
"wipe": {
"def": "(verb) to clean or dry (something) by using a towel, your hand, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"clean:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) completely clean",
"source": "MW"
},
"clean:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to clean (a place) thoroughly in the spring",
"source": "MW"
},
"clean:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) all the way : completely or entirely",
"source": "MW"
},
"clean:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a room that is kept extremely clean so that certain products can be made in it",
"source": "MW"
},
"clean": {
"def": "(adjective) free from dirt, marks, etc. : not dirty",
"source": "MW"
},
"wash:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to clean (something) with water and usually soap",
"source": "MW"
},
"wash:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the body part at the end of your arm that includes your fingers and thumb",
"source": "MW"
},
"wash:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made from a cloth that does not wrinkle so that clothes can be worn immediately after being washed",
"source": "MW"
},
"wash": {
"def": "(verb) to clean (something) with water and usually soap",
"source": "MW"
},
"dry:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not crying",
"source": "MW"
},
"dry:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to clean (clothing, curtains, etc.) by using special chemicals instead of water",
"source": "MW"
},
"dry:noun": {
"def": "(noun) items (such as tobacco, tea, and coffee) that do not contain liquid",
"source": "MW"
},
"dry": {
"def": "(adjective) having no or very little water or liquid",
"source": "MW"
},
"wrap:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to wrap (a gift) in decorative paper",
"source": "MW"
},
"wrap:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of the five long parts of the hand that are used for holding things; especially : one of the four that are not the thumb",
"source": "MW"
},
"wrap:trademark": {
"def": "(trademark) —used for a thin sheet of clear plastic that is used to wrap food",
"source": "MW"
},
"wrap": {
"def": "(verb) to cover (something) by winding or folding a piece of material around it —often + up, in, or with",
"source": "MW"
},
"fold:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to bend one part of (something) over or against another part",
"source": "MW"
},
"fold:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an enclosed area for sheep",
"source": "MW"
},
"fold:suffix": {
"def": "(suffix) multiplied by (a specified number) : times",
"source": "MW"
},
"fold": {
"def": "(verb) to bend one part of (something) over or against another part",
"source": "MW"
},
"tie:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to decorate (fabric or clothing) by tying parts of the fabric with knots, strings, etc., and soaking it in often several different colors of dye",
"source": "MW"
},
"tie:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a situation in which something (such as traffic) becomes very slow or stops because of a problem, accident, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"tie:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe a formal social event at which men wear black ties and tuxedos and women wear formal dresses",
"source": "MW"
},
"tie": {
"def": "(verb) to attach (someone or something) to something with a string, rope, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"knot:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a strong and simple type of knot —called also (chiefly British) reef knot",
"source": "MW"
},
"knot:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to attach (someone or something) to something with a string, rope, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"knot": {
"def": "(noun) a part that forms when you tie a piece of rope, string, fabric, etc., to itself or to something else",
"source": "MW"
},
"fix:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) whole or able to work properly again : to repair (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"fix:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of looking directly at someone or something for a long time : the act of staring",
"source": "MW"
},
"fix:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done or happening in a short amount of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"fix": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) whole or able to work properly again : to repair (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"lock:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a device that is used to open a lock or start an automobile —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"lock:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to choose or select (someone or something) from a group",
"source": "MW"
},
"lock": {
"def": "(noun) a device that keeps something (such as a door, window, or box) from being opened and that is usually opened by using a key",
"source": "MW"
},
"fill:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take food into your mouth and swallow it",
"source": "MW"
},
"fill:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is very difficult to do",
"source": "MW"
},
"fill": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) full",
"source": "MW"
},
"pour:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something) to flow in a steady stream from or into a container or place —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"pour:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a very low temperature",
"source": "MW"
},
"pour:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the clear liquid that has no color, taste, or smell, that falls from clouds as rain, that forms streams, lakes, and seas, and that is used for drinking, washing, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"pour": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something) to flow in a steady stream from or into a container or place —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"mix:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to combine (two or more things) to make one thing that is the same throughout : to combine (two or more substances) to make a different substance",
"source": "MW"
},
"mix:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a mixture of nuts, seeds, dried fruits, and sometimes chocolate that is eaten as a snack",
"source": "MW"
},
"mix:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a mixture of different things that you can choose",
"source": "MW"
},
"mix": {
"def": "(verb) to combine (two or more things) to make one thing that is the same throughout : to combine (two or more substances) to make a different substance",
"source": "MW"
},
"stir:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to fry (something) quickly over high heat while stirring it constantly",
"source": "MW"
},
"stir:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a dish made of foods (such as meat or vegetables) that are fried quickly over high heat while being stirred constantly",
"source": "MW"
},
"stir:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) unhappy and upset because you have been in a place for a long time and want to get out",
"source": "MW"
},
"stir": {
"def": "(verb) to mix (something) by making circular movements in it with a spoon or similar object",
"source": "MW"
},
"cook:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a special pot that is used to cook food quickly by using the pressure of steam",
"source": "MW"
},
"cook:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to prepare (food) for eating especially by using heat",
"source": "MW"
},
"cook": {
"def": "(noun) someone who prepares and cooks food for eating at home, in a restaurant, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"bake:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (food, such as bread and cake) by preparing a dough, batter, etc., and cooking it in an oven using dry heat",
"source": "MW"
},
"bake:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an event in which people try to earn money by selling baked foods (such as cookies and pies)",
"source": "MW"
},
"bake": {
"def": "(verb) to make (food, such as bread and cake) by preparing a dough, batter, etc., and cooking it in an oven using dry heat",
"source": "MW"
},
"press:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of men who in the past would take men and force them to join the navy or army",
"source": "MW"
},
"press:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to push (something) with strong or steady force",
"source": "MW"
},
"press": {
"def": "(noun) newspapers, magazines, and radio and television news reports —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"squeeze:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to press together the parts and especially the opposite sides of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"squeeze:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone's main girlfriend, boyfriend, or lover",
"source": "MW"
},
"squeeze:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) difficult to move : fastened, attached, or held in a position that is not easy to move",
"source": "MW"
},
"squeeze": {
"def": "(verb) to press together the parts and especially the opposite sides of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"pinch:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to bat in the place of another player",
"source": "MW"
},
"pinch:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a natural white substance that is used especially to flavor or preserve food",
"source": "MW"
},
"pinch:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) used as a substitute for another player",
"source": "MW"
},
"pinch": {
"def": "(verb) to squeeze (someone's skin) between your thumb and finger often in a painful way —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"grip:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be unable to find (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"grip:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very tight hold on something —often used figuratively to suggest that something has a powerful and harmful effect on something else",
"source": "MW"
},
"grip": {
"def": "(verb) to grab or hold (something) tightly",
"source": "MW"
},
"clench:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to set (something) in a tightly closed position",
"source": "MW"
},
"clench": {
"def": "(verb) to set (something) in a tightly closed position",
"source": "MW"
},
"flash:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to shine or give off bright light suddenly or in repeated bursts",
"source": "MW"
},
"flash:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a usually shallow and open metal container that has a handle and that is used for cooking or baking",
"source": "MW"
},
"flash:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) beginning suddenly and lasting only a short time",
"source": "MW"
},
"flash": {
"def": "(verb) to shine or give off bright light suddenly or in repeated bursts",
"source": "MW"
},
"glow:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to shine with low light and heat but usually without flame",
"source": "MW"
},
"glow:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a soft and steady light",
"source": "MW"
},
"glow": {
"def": "(verb) to shine with low light and heat but usually without flame",
"source": "MW"
},
"shine:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move upward —often + up —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"shine:noun": {
"def": "(noun) water that falls in drops from clouds in the sky",
"source": "MW"
},
"shine": {
"def": "(verb) to give off light",
"source": "MW"
},
"flicker:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to burn or glow in an unsteady way : to produce an unsteady light",
"source": "MW"
},
"flicker:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a quick and unsteady movement of light",
"source": "MW"
},
"flicker": {
"def": "(verb) to burn or glow in an unsteady way : to produce an unsteady light",
"source": "MW"
},
"blink:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to close and then open your eyes very quickly",
"source": "MW"
},
"blink:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a drop of liquid that comes from your eyes especially when you cry : teardrop",
"source": "MW"
},
"blink": {
"def": "(verb) to close and then open your eyes very quickly",
"source": "MW"
},
"thud:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit something with a loud, dull sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"thud:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a loud, dull sound made especially when a heavy object hits something : thump",
"source": "MW"
},
"thud": {
"def": "(verb) to hit something with a loud, dull sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"crash:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give off heat, light, and gases",
"source": "MW"
},
"crash:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a strong metal bar along the side of a road that prevents vehicles from driving off the road —called also (British) crash barrier",
"source": "MW"
},
"crash": {
"def": "(verb) to hit something hard enough to cause serious damage or destruction —often + into",
"source": "MW"
},
"rumble:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a low, heavy, continuous sound or series of sounds",
"source": "MW"
},
"rumble:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a set of grooves along the edge of a highway or across a road that cause noise and shaking when they are driven over and that are used to warn drivers that they need to slow down or are too close to the edge of the road",
"source": "MW"
},
"rumble": {
"def": "(verb) to make a low, heavy, continuous sound or series of sounds",
"source": "MW"
},
"growl:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a deep threatening sound —often + at",
"source": "MW"
},
"growl:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a deep sound made by an animal; also : a similar sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"growl": {
"def": "(verb) to make a deep threatening sound —often + at",
"source": "MW"
},
"roar:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make the loud sound of a wild animal (such as a lion)",
"source": "MW"
},
"roar:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to grow, change, etc., that separates plants and animals from things like water or rocks",
"source": "MW"
},
"roar": {
"def": "(verb) to make the loud sound of a wild animal (such as a lion)",
"source": "MW"
},
"hiss:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sound like a long \"s\"",
"source": "MW"
},
"hiss:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to produce a sound like a long \"s\" : to make a hiss",
"source": "MW"
},
"hiss": {
"def": "(noun) a sound like a long \"s\"",
"source": "MW"
},
"screech:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a kind of small American owl that has bunches of feathers that look like ears on the sides of its head",
"source": "MW"
},
"screech:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cry out or shout in a loud and very high voice because of extreme pain, anger, fear, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"screech": {
"def": "(noun) a loud and very high cry that usually expresses extreme pain, anger, or fear",
"source": "MW"
},
"hum:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a low continuous sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"hum:interjection": {
"def": "(interjection) —used to show that you are bored, not interested, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"hum:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing no excitement or enthusiasm",
"source": "MW"
},
"hum": {
"def": "(verb) to make a low continuous sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"buzz:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause or allow someone to have (something) as a present : to make a present of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"buzz:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very short haircut usually for men or boys —called also (US) buzz cut",
"source": "MW"
},
"buzz": {
"def": "(verb) to make the low, continuous sound of a flying insect (such as a bee)",
"source": "MW"
},
"rush:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit (something) repeatedly",
"source": "MW"
},
"rush:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who lacks good sense or judgment : a stupid or silly person",
"source": "MW"
},
"rush": {
"def": "(verb) to move or do something very quickly or in a way that shows you are in a hurry",
"source": "MW"
},
"dash:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use a sharp tool (such as a knife) to open or divide (something, such as paper or wood) —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"dash:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a punctuation mark — that is used especially to show a break in thought or in the structure of a sentence (as in \"We don't know where—or how—the problem began.\")",
"source": "MW"
},
"dash": {
"def": "(verb) to run or move quickly or suddenly —often + off",
"source": "MW"
},
"sprint:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to run or go very fast for a short distance",
"source": "MW"
},
"sprint:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a race over a short distance at a very fast speed",
"source": "MW"
},
"sprint": {
"def": "(verb) to run or go very fast for a short distance",
"source": "MW"
},
"charge:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give an amount of electricity to (something) : to put electricity into a battery so that a machine or device will run",
"source": "MW"
},
"charge:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a bomb that is made to explode under water at a particular depth in order to destroy submarines",
"source": "MW"
},
"charge": {
"def": "(verb) to give an amount of electricity to (something) : to put electricity into a battery so that a machine or device will run",
"source": "MW"
},
"flee:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to run away from danger",
"source": "MW"
},
"flee:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the place where a bird lays its eggs and takes care of its young",
"source": "MW"
},
"flee": {
"def": "(verb) to run away from danger",
"source": "MW"
},
"crawl:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move on your hands and knees",
"source": "MW"
},
"crawl:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the parts of a room or house (such as window frames or stairs) that are made of wood",
"source": "MW"
},
"crawl": {
"def": "(verb) to move on your hands and knees",
"source": "MW"
},
"creep:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move slowly with the body close to the ground",
"source": "MW"
},
"creep:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the natural outer layer of tissue that covers the body of a person or animal",
"source": "MW"
},
"creep": {
"def": "(verb) to move slowly with the body close to the ground",
"source": "MW"
},
"sneak:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to look at someone or something secretly especially from a hidden place",
"source": "MW"
},
"sneak:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a play in which the quarterback runs forward immediately after receiving the ball instead of handing it or throwing it to another player",
"source": "MW"
},
"sneak:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done while others are not paying attention",
"source": "MW"
},
"sneak": {
"def": "(verb) to move quietly and secretly in order to avoid being noticed",
"source": "MW"
},
"limp:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to walk in a slow and awkward way because of an injury to a leg or foot",
"source": "MW"
},
"limp:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a slow and awkward way of walking caused by an injury to a leg or foot",
"source": "MW"
},
"limp:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having an unpleasantly soft or weak quality : not firm or stiff",
"source": "MW"
},
"limp": {
"def": "(verb) to walk in a slow and awkward way because of an injury to a leg or foot",
"source": "MW"
},
"collapse:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to break apart and fall down suddenly",
"source": "MW"
},
"collapse:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large, disordered pile of things",
"source": "MW"
},
"collapse": {
"def": "(verb) to break apart and fall down suddenly",
"source": "MW"
},
"stumble:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit your foot on something when you are walking or running so that you fall or almost fall : trip",
"source": "MW"
},
"stumble": {
"def": "(verb) to hit your foot on something when you are walking or running so that you fall or almost fall : trip",
"source": "MW"
},
"stagger:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or cause (someone) to move unsteadily from side to side",
"source": "MW"
},
"stagger:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an unsteady movement while walking or standing",
"source": "MW"
},
"stagger": {
"def": "(verb) to move or cause (someone) to move unsteadily from side to side",
"source": "MW"
},
"trip:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the activity of making, buying, or selling goods or providing services in exchange for money —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"trip:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit your foot against something while you are walking or running so that you fall or almost fall —often + on or over",
"source": "MW"
},
"trip:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely good",
"source": "MW"
},
"trip": {
"def": "(noun) a journey to a place —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"spot:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very popular or active place",
"source": "MW"
},
"spot:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to check (something) quickly for problems especially by looking at a few things or people in a group —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"spot:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) exactly correct : completely accurate",
"source": "MW"
},
"spot": {
"def": "(noun) a small area of a surface that is different from other areas —often + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"image:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the liquid produced in your mouth : saliva",
"source": "MW"
},
"image:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or affecting all or most of the people of a country, state, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"image": {
"def": "(noun) a picture that is produced by a camera, artist, mirror, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"course:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a training class which helps people review information or learn new skills needed for their jobs",
"source": "MW"
},
"course:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or flow quickly",
"source": "MW"
},
"course": {
"def": "(noun) the path or direction that something or someone moves along —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"class:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the best or highest group or class: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"class:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to decide that (someone or something) belongs to a particular group : classify—usually used as (be) classed—often + as",
"source": "MW"
},
"class:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) lower-class",
"source": "MW"
},
"class": {
"def": "(noun) a group of students who meet regularly to be taught a subject or activity",
"source": "MW"
},
"angle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a camera lens that you use to take pictures that show a wider view than other lenses",
"source": "MW"
},
"angle:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to fish with a hook and line",
"source": "MW"
},
"angle:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having an unusual quality that is attractive and stylish",
"source": "MW"
},
"angle": {
"def": "(noun) the difference between the direction of two lines or surfaces that come together : the space or shape formed when two lines or surfaces meet each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"wing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of a political group that consists of people who support liberal or socialist ideas and policies : the part of a political group that belongs to or supports the Left",
"source": "MW"
},
"wing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to travel to a place by flying there",
"source": "MW"
},
"wing": {
"def": "(noun) a part of an animal's body that is used for flying or gliding",
"source": "MW"
},
"corner:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the body that you see with",
"source": "MW"
},
"corner:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to streets",
"source": "MW"
},
"corner:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give help to (someone) : support",
"source": "MW"
},
"corner:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to describe two things that are located across from each other on opposite corners",
"source": "MW"
},
"corner": {
"def": "(noun) the point or area where two lines, edges, or sides of something meet",
"source": "MW"
},
"mile:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a unit of measurement equal to 1/3₆ yard or 1/12 of a foot (2.54 centimeters)",
"source": "MW"
},
"mile:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) more than is usual or necessary : additional",
"source": "MW"
},
"mile:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to notice or become aware of (someone or something) by using your eyes",
"source": "MW"
},
"mile": {
"def": "(noun) a unit of measurement equal to 5,280 feet (about 1,609 meters) —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"blade:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of the two flat, triangular bones of the shoulder that are located in the upper back —called also scapula",
"source": "MW"
},
"blade": {
"def": "(noun) the flat sharp part of a weapon or tool that is used for cutting",
"source": "MW"
},
"hilt:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the handle of a sword or dagger",
"source": "MW"
},
"hilt": {
"def": "(noun) the handle of a sword or dagger",
"source": "MW"
},
"staff:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group made up of the leaders of the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marines that advises the President on important military decisions",
"source": "MW"
},
"staff:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to supply (an organization or business) with workers —often used as (be) staffed",
"source": "MW"
},
"staff": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people who work for an organization or business",
"source": "MW"
},
"cloak:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of clothing that is used as a coat, that has no sleeves, and that is worn over the shoulders and attached at the neck",
"source": "MW"
},
"cloak:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cover (someone or something)—usually used as (be) cloaked",
"source": "MW"
},
"cloak:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or showing actions or behavior in which people or governments try to protect their important secrets or try to learn the secrets of others",
"source": "MW"
},
"cloak": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of clothing that is used as a coat, that has no sleeves, and that is worn over the shoulders and attached at the neck",
"source": "MW"
},
"hood:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small, fancy object that is put on something else to make it more attractive",
"source": "MW"
},
"hood:noun suffix": {
"def": "(noun suffix) state : condition : quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"hood": {
"def": "(noun) a soft covering for the head and neck often attached to a coat or cape",
"source": "MW"
},
"pouch:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small bag",
"source": "MW"
},
"pouch": {
"def": "(noun) a small bag",
"source": "MW"
},
"flask:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a container that keeps liquids hot or cold for long periods of time —called also (US) thermos bottle, flask, vacuum flask",
"source": "MW"
},
"flask": {
"def": "(noun) a container that is shaped like a flattened bottle and that is used to carry alcohol —called also hip flask",
"source": "MW"
},
"pack:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of six cans or bottles sold together",
"source": "MW"
},
"pack:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) into a bag, suitcase, etc., so that you can take it with you",
"source": "MW"
},
"pack": {
"def": "(noun) a bag or bundle of objects that is carried on a person's or animal's back",
"source": "MW"
},
"sack:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is not successful or able to do things well : an inept person who causes feelings of pity or disgust in other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"sack:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move your hand, a bat, etc., quickly so that it touches someone or something in a forceful or violent way",
"source": "MW"
},
"sack": {
"def": "(noun) a bag that is made of strong paper, cloth, or plastic",
"source": "MW"
},
"patch:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a period of good luck or success",
"source": "MW"
},
"patch:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cover a hole in (something) with a piece of material",
"source": "MW"
},
"patch": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of material that is used to cover a hole in something or to provide extra protection to an area",
"source": "MW"
},
"scrap:noun": {
"def": "(noun) paper that is partly used or is of poor quality but that you can use for unimportant things —called also (British) rough paper, scratch paper",
"source": "MW"
},
"scrap:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to get rid of (something) because it is damaged, no longer useful, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"scrap": {
"def": "(noun) a very small amount—usually used in negative statements",
"source": "MW"
},
"bundle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of the many thin parts that control movement and feeling by carrying messages between the brain and other parts of the body",
"source": "MW"
},
"bundle:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or travel to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"bundle": {
"def": "(noun) a group of things that are fastened, tied, or wrapped together —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"pile:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the highest part, point, or level of something —usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"pile:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) in a pile —often + up",
"source": "MW"
},
"pile": {
"def": "(noun) a group of things that are put one on top of another —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"heap:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the highest part, point, or level of something —usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"heap:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) in a large pile —often used as (be) heaped",
"source": "MW"
},
"heap": {
"def": "(noun) a large, disordered pile of things",
"source": "MW"
},
"gap:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a situation in which a country buys more from other countries than it sells to other countries : the amount of money by which a country's imports are greater than its exports —called also (British) trade gap",
"source": "MW"
},
"gap:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to say that two people, groups, or things are too widely separated or different from each other to ever be brought together, made to agree, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"gap:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move (a door, window, etc.) so that things cannot pass through an opening : shut",
"source": "MW"
},
"gap": {
"def": "(noun) a space between two people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"crack:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to break (something) so that there are lines in its surface but it is usually not separated into pieces",
"source": "MW"
},
"crack:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the time of day when sunlight first begins to appear",
"source": "MW"
},
"crack:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) agreeing with what is thought to be right or acceptable",
"source": "MW"
},
"crack": {
"def": "(verb) to break (something) so that there are lines in its surface but it is usually not separated into pieces",
"source": "MW"
},
"hole:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a dish made of sausages cooked in batter",
"source": "MW"
},
"hole:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit (the ball) into the hole —+ out",
"source": "MW"
},
"hole": {
"def": "(noun) an opening into or through something",
"source": "MW"
},
"pit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an area in front of a stage at a rock concert where people dance in a wild and rough way",
"source": "MW"
},
"pit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to remove the pit from (a piece of fruit)",
"source": "MW"
},
"pit:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) involving the removal of the surface of a large area of land to get at a mineral or other material that is near to the surface",
"source": "MW"
},
"pit": {
"def": "(noun) a hole in the ground usually made by digging",
"source": "MW"
},
"cliff:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a story, contest, or situation that is very exciting because what is going to happen next is not known",
"source": "MW"
},
"cliff": {
"def": "(noun) a high, steep surface of rock, earth, or ice",
"source": "MW"
},
"slope:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a process or series of events that is hard to stop or control once it has begun and that usually leads to worse or more difficult things",
"source": "MW"
},
"slope:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to not be level : to have a downward or upward slant",
"source": "MW"
},
"slope": {
"def": "(noun) ground that slants downward or upward : ground that slopes",
"source": "MW"
},
"peak:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of the four periods (spring, summer, autumn, and winter) into which the year is commonly divided",
"source": "MW"
},
"peak:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) less busy or active than other times : not peak",
"source": "MW"
},
"peak:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to reach the highest level",
"source": "MW"
},
"peak": {
"def": "(noun) the pointed top of a mountain",
"source": "MW"
},
"bay:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place on a ship that is used to care for sick or injured people",
"source": "MW"
},
"bay:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to bark with long sounds",
"source": "MW"
},
"bay": {
"def": "(noun) a large area of water that is part of an ocean or lake and partly surrounded by land",
"source": "MW"
},
"cove:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a man : chap",
"source": "MW"
},
"cove": {
"def": "(noun) a small area of ocean that is partly surrounded by land : a small, sheltered inlet or bay",
"source": "MW"
},
"marsh:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an area of soft, wet land that has many grasses and other plants",
"source": "MW"
},
"marsh": {
"def": "(noun) an area of soft, wet land that has many grasses and other plants",
"source": "MW"
},
"plain:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not having any special features or qualities",
"source": "MW"
},
"plain:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the front part of the head that has the eyes, nose, and mouth on it",
"source": "MW"
},
"plain:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) truly or completely —used to make a statement or description more forceful",
"source": "MW"
},
"plain": {
"def": "(adjective) having no pattern or decoration",
"source": "MW"
},
"meadow:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a field near a river that is often flooded with water",
"source": "MW"
},
"meadow": {
"def": "(noun) a usually flat area of land that is covered with tall grass",
"source": "MW"
},
"thicket:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of bushes or small trees that grow close together —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"thicket": {
"def": "(noun) a group of bushes or small trees that grow close together —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"grove:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small group of trees; especially : a group of trees that produce fruit or nuts —sometimes used in street names",
"source": "MW"
},
"grove": {
"def": "(noun) a small group of trees; especially : a group of trees that produce fruit or nuts —sometimes used in street names",
"source": "MW"
},
"haze:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the practice of playing unpleasant tricks on someone or forcing someone to do unpleasant things",
"source": "MW"
},
"haze": {
"def": "(noun) dust, smoke, or mist that has filled the air so that you cannot see clearly",
"source": "MW"
},
"gloom:noun": {
"def": "(noun) very bad events or situations that cannot be avoided",
"source": "MW"
},
"gloom": {
"def": "(noun) partial or total darkness",
"source": "MW"
},
"gleam:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small, bright light",
"source": "MW"
},
"gleam:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to shine brightly",
"source": "MW"
},
"gleam": {
"def": "(noun) a small, bright light",
"source": "MW"
},
"coal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a black, sticky liquid made from coal that is used as a fuel and to make various products (such as soap)",
"source": "MW"
},
"coal": {
"def": "(noun) a black or brownish-black hard substance within the earth that is used as a fuel —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"ember:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a glowing piece of coal or wood from a fire—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"ember": {
"def": "(noun) a glowing piece of coal or wood from a fire—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"spark:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a part of an engine that produces a spark that makes the fuel burn",
"source": "MW"
},
"spark:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something) to start or happen —sometimes + off",
"source": "MW"
},
"spark": {
"def": "(noun) a small piece of burning material that comes from a fire or is produced by rubbing or hitting two hard objects together",
"source": "MW"
},
"pine:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the seed of some pine trees that is used as food—usually plural —called also (British) pine kernel",
"source": "MW"
},
"pine:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become thin and weak because of sadness or loss—usually + away",
"source": "MW"
},
"pine": {
"def": "(noun) a tree that has long, thin needles instead of leaves and that stays green throughout the year —called also pine tree",
"source": "MW"
},
"oak:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a common bush in the western U.S. that causes a very itchy and painful rash on your skin if you touch it",
"source": "MW"
},
"oak": {
"def": "(noun) a type of tree that grows in northern parts of the world and that produces acorns —called also oak tree",
"source": "MW"
},
"birch:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of tree that has outer bark which can be pulled off easily —called also birch tree",
"source": "MW"
},
"birch": {
"def": "(noun) a type of tree that has outer bark which can be pulled off easily —called also birch tree",
"source": "MW"
},
"maple:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a kind of maple tree that grows in eastern North America and that has sweet sap that is used to make maple syrup and maple sugar",
"source": "MW"
},
"maple": {
"def": "(noun) a type of tree that grows in northern parts of the world and has hard wood often used in making furniture —called also maple tree",
"source": "MW"
},
"cedar:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very tall evergreen tree",
"source": "MW"
},
"cedar": {
"def": "(noun) a very tall evergreen tree",
"source": "MW"
},
"hawk:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of American hawk that has a reddish tail —called also redtail",
"source": "MW"
},
"hawk:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to look at (someone or something) for an amount of time and pay attention to what is happening",
"source": "MW"
},
"hawk": {
"def": "(noun) a kind of bird that kills other birds and animals for food",
"source": "MW"
},
"crow:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the unfair treatment of black people in the past in the southern U.S. when laws were passed that did not give them the same rights as white people",
"source": "MW"
},
"crow:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move through the air with wings",
"source": "MW"
},
"crow": {
"def": "(noun) a large black bird that has a loud and harsh cry",
"source": "MW"
},
"owl:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a kind of small American owl that has bunches of feathers that look like ears on the sides of its head",
"source": "MW"
},
"owl": {
"def": "(noun) a bird that usually hunts at night and that has a large head and eyes, a powerful hooked beak, and strong claws",
"source": "MW"
},
"dove:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small wild bird that is related to pigeons",
"source": "MW"
},
"dove:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to jump into water with your arms and head going in first",
"source": "MW"
},
"dove": {
"def": "(noun) a small wild bird that is related to pigeons",
"source": "MW"
},
"swan:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the last performance or piece of work by an actor, athlete, writer, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"swan:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go to or move about a place in a very relaxed and aimless way for your own pleasure",
"source": "MW"
},
"swan": {
"def": "(noun) a large usually white bird that lives on or near water and that has a very long and graceful neck",
"source": "MW"
},
"raven:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a bird that has shiny black feathers and looks like a crow but is larger",
"source": "MW"
},
"raven:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) shiny and black",
"source": "MW"
},
"raven": {
"def": "(noun) a bird that has shiny black feathers and looks like a crow but is larger",
"source": "MW"
},
"claw:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a filled pastry shaped to look like a bear's foot",
"source": "MW"
},
"claw:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to scratch, grip, or dig with claws or fingers —usually + at",
"source": "MW"
},
"claw:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having the color of blood",
"source": "MW"
},
"claw": {
"def": "(noun) a sharp curved part on the toe of an animal (such as a cat or bird) —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"fang:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who likes and admires someone (such as a famous person) or something (such as a sport or a sports team) in a very enthusiastic way",
"source": "MW"
},
"fang": {
"def": "(noun) a long, sharp tooth",
"source": "MW"
},
"tail:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the face or head through which a person or animal smells and breathes",
"source": "MW"
},
"tail:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move around a central point —often + around",
"source": "MW"
},
"tail": {
"def": "(noun) the part of an animal's body that extends from the animal's back end",
"source": "MW"
},
"scale:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a system in which the amount that people are required to pay in fees, taxes, etc., changes according to different situations or conditions—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"scale:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to climb to the top of (something) —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"scale:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) involving few people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"scale": {
"def": "(noun) a device that is used for weighing people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"folk:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a medicine or treatment that relieves pain or cures a usually minor illness",
"source": "MW"
},
"folk:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the common people of a country or region",
"source": "MW"
},
"folk": {
"def": "(noun) people in general",
"source": "MW"
},
"crew:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people at an airport who take care of and repair aircraft —called also (British) ground staff",
"source": "MW"
},
"crew:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make the loud, high sound that a rooster makes or a similar sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"crew": {
"def": "(noun) the group of people who operate a ship, airplane, or train",
"source": "MW"
},
"tribe:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people that includes many families and relatives who have the same language, customs, and beliefs",
"source": "MW"
},
"tribe": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people that includes many families and relatives who have the same language, customs, and beliefs",
"source": "MW"
},
"band:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people who play rock music together and typically practice in a garage",
"source": "MW"
},
"band:trademark": {
"def": "(trademark) —used for a small bandage",
"source": "MW"
},
"band:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to help or improve something only for a short period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"band": {
"def": "(noun) a usually small group of musicians who play popular music together",
"source": "MW"
},
"cave:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a picture that is painted : a picture made by putting paint on a canvas, board, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"cave": {
"def": "(noun) a large hole that was formed by natural processes in the side of a cliff or hill or under the ground",
"source": "MW"
},
"den:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the quality of being unfair or evil",
"source": "MW"
},
"den": {
"def": "(noun) the home of some kinds of wild animals",
"source": "MW"
},
"lair:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the place where a wild animal sleeps",
"source": "MW"
},
"lair": {
"def": "(noun) the place where a wild animal sleeps",
"source": "MW"
},
"nest:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place (such as an apartment) where people who are having a love affair meet each other secretly",
"source": "MW"
},
"nest:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put a feather in or on (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"nest": {
"def": "(noun) the place where a bird lays its eggs and takes care of its young",
"source": "MW"
},
"burrow:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a hole or tunnel in the ground that an animal (such as a rabbit or fox) makes to live in or for safety",
"source": "MW"
},
"burrow:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a hole or tunnel in the ground by digging—usually + into or under",
"source": "MW"
},
"burrow": {
"def": "(noun) a hole or tunnel in the ground that an animal (such as a rabbit or fox) makes to live in or for safety",
"source": "MW"
},
"score:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small chart that shows the players, score, and other details of a baseball game",
"source": "MW"
},
"score:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to end (something, such as an argument) by reaching an agreement",
"source": "MW"
},
"score": {
"def": "(noun) the number of points, goals, runs, etc., that each player or team has in a game or contest",
"source": "MW"
},
"rank:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place where taxis park while waiting to be hired —called also (British) taxi rank",
"source": "MW"
},
"rank:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to separate (something) into parts or pieces often in a sudden and forceful or violent way",
"source": "MW"
},
"rank:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a strong, unpleasant smell",
"source": "MW"
},
"rank": {
"def": "(noun) a position in a society, organization, group, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"grade:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a child in elementary school",
"source": "MW"
},
"grade:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to build, create, or produce (something) by work or effort —often followed by with to describe the things that are used to produce something —often followed by of to describe the material that forms something —often followed by from to describe the source of a product",
"source": "MW"
},
"grade:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of poor quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"grade": {
"def": "(noun) a level of study that is completed by a student during one year",
"source": "MW"
},
"tone:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a color that contains some brown",
"source": "MW"
},
"tone:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give strength and firmness to (something, such as muscles or skin)",
"source": "MW"
},
"tone:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having two colors or two shades of one color",
"source": "MW"
},
"tone": {
"def": "(noun) the quality of a person's voice",
"source": "MW"
},
"rhythm:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of a band that plays the rhythm in a piece of music and that typically includes drums and bass",
"source": "MW"
},
"rhythm": {
"def": "(noun) a regular, repeated pattern of sounds or movements —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"seal:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to close (something) tightly so that air, liquid, etc., cannot get in or out —often + up",
"source": "MW"
},
"seal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an agreement between two or more people or groups that helps each in some way",
"source": "MW"
},
"seal": {
"def": "(verb) to close (something) tightly so that air, liquid, etc., cannot get in or out —often + up",
"source": "MW"
},
"brand:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the quality or state of being loyal —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"brand:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put a mark on the skin of (an animal) to show who owns it",
"source": "MW"
},
"brand:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made for a particular store and marked with the store's name",
"source": "MW"
},
"brand": {
"def": "(noun) a category of products that are all made by a particular company and all have a particular name —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"signal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an electric lamp that usually has a red, a green, and a yellow light and that is used to control traffic —often plural—called also traffic signal, stoplight",
"source": "MW"
},
"signal:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be a sign of (something) : to show the existence of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"signal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) actively doing something —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"signal": {
"def": "(noun) an event or act which shows that something exists or that gives information about something : sign —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"deck:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a machine that plays and records sounds on magnetic tape",
"source": "MW"
},
"deck:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move your hand, a bat, etc., quickly so that it touches someone or something in a forceful or violent way",
"source": "MW"
},
"deck:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) containing or holding as much or as many as possible —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"deck": {
"def": "(noun) a flat surface that forms the main outside floor of a boat or ship",
"source": "MW"
},
"mast:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the position in the middle of a mast or pole",
"source": "MW"
},
"mast": {
"def": "(noun) a long pole that supports the sails of a boat or ship",
"source": "MW"
},
"hull:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the main part of a ship or boat : the deck, sides, and bottom of a ship or boat",
"source": "MW"
},
"hull:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to remove the outer covering of (a fruit or seed)",
"source": "MW"
},
"hull": {
"def": "(noun) the main part of a ship or boat : the deck, sides, and bottom of a ship or boat",
"source": "MW"
},
"sail:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) in a place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"sail:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a natural movement of air outside",
"source": "MW"
},
"sail": {
"def": "(verb) to travel on water in a ship or boat",
"source": "MW"
},
"anchor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a heavy device that is attached to a boat or ship by a rope or chain and that is thrown into the water to hold the boat or ship in place",
"source": "MW"
},
"anchor:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to keep a ship or boat from moving by using an anchor",
"source": "MW"
},
"anchor": {
"def": "(noun) a heavy device that is attached to a boat or ship by a rope or chain and that is thrown into the water to hold the boat or ship in place",
"source": "MW"
},
"rod:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a metal rod that is placed on a building and connected with the ground below to protect the building from being damaged by lightning",
"source": "MW"
},
"rod:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made of iron",
"source": "MW"
},
"rod:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have control and power over a country, area, group, etc. —sometimes used figuratively —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"rod": {
"def": "(noun) a straight, thin stick or bar",
"source": "MW"
},
"pole:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an area near either the North or South Pole of the Earth toward which the needle of a compass points",
"source": "MW"
},
"pole:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move (a boat) by using a pole to push against the bottom of a river, lake, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"pole": {
"def": "(noun) a long, straight piece of wood, metal, etc., that is often placed in the ground so that it stands straight up",
"source": "MW"
},
"stake:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to grow, change, etc., that separates plants and animals from things like water or rocks",
"source": "MW"
},
"stake:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to risk the loss of (something, such as money)—usually + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"stake": {
"def": "(noun) a pointed stick or post that is pushed into the ground especially to mark a place or to support something",
"source": "MW"
},
"cape:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of clothing that does not have sleeves and that fits closely at the neck and hangs over the shoulders, arms, and back : a short cloak",
"source": "MW"
},
"cape": {
"def": "(noun) a large area of land that sticks out into a sea, bay, etc.—often used in proper names",
"source": "MW"
},
"vest:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is worn over your upper body like a jacket or vest and that is designed to save you from drowning by holding you up when you are in water —called also (US) life vest",
"source": "MW"
},
"vest:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give (someone) the legal right or power to do something or to own land or property",
"source": "MW"
},
"vest:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) near in space : not far away or distant —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"vest": {
"def": "(noun) a sleeveless piece of clothing with buttons down the front that is worn over a shirt and under a suit jacket —called also (chiefly British) waistcoat",
"source": "MW"
},
"belt:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a belt that is used to prevent someone from falling or getting injured by holding that person in place",
"source": "MW"
},
"belt:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to fasten (something) with a belt",
"source": "MW"
},
"belt": {
"def": "(noun) a band of material (such as leather) that is worn around a person's waist",
"source": "MW"
},
"strap:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small metal ring on the top of a can or other container that you pull to open the container —called also (British) ring pull",
"source": "MW"
},
"strap:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to fasten (someone or something) by using a strap",
"source": "MW"
},
"strap": {
"def": "(noun) a narrow and usually flat piece of a material that is used for fastening, holding together, or wrapping something",
"source": "MW"
},
"dagger:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sharp pointed knife that is used as a weapon",
"source": "MW"
},
"dagger:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or showing actions or behavior in which people or governments try to protect their important secrets or try to learn the secrets of others",
"source": "MW"
},
"dagger": {
"def": "(noun) a sharp pointed knife that is used as a weapon",
"source": "MW"
},
"lance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person in the U.S. Marines, the Royal Marines, or the British Army with a rank just below that of corporal",
"source": "MW"
},
"lance:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cut (an infected area on a person's skin) with a sharp tool so that pus will flow out",
"source": "MW"
},
"lance": {
"def": "(noun) a long, pointed weapon used in the past by knights riding on horses",
"source": "MW"
},
"mace:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a spice made from the dried covering of a type of seed (called a nutmeg)",
"source": "MW"
},
"mace:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to spray (a person) with Mace",
"source": "MW"
},
"mace:trademark": {
"def": "(trademark) —used for a liquid that stings the eyes and skin and that is used as a spray to defend against an attacker",
"source": "MW"
},
"mace": {
"def": "(noun) a heavy club with many sharp points that was used as a weapon in the Middle Ages",
"source": "MW"
},
"helm:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a handle or wheel that is used to steer a ship or boat",
"source": "MW"
},
"helm": {
"def": "(noun) a handle or wheel that is used to steer a ship or boat",
"source": "MW"
},
"trail:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move your hand, a bat, etc., quickly so that it touches someone or something in a forceful or violent way",
"source": "MW"
},
"trail:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a visible stream of water or ice particles that is created in the sky by an airplane or rocket : contrail",
"source": "MW"
},
"trail:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a high temperature",
"source": "MW"
},
"trail": {
"def": "(verb) to pull (something) behind you especially on the ground",
"source": "MW"
},
"track:noun": {
"def": "(noun) recorded laughter that is heard during a television or radio program",
"source": "MW"
},
"track:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to follow and try to find (an animal) by looking for its tracks and other signs that show where it has gone",
"source": "MW"
},
"track:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or having a teaching job that may lead to tenure (sense 2)",
"source": "MW"
},
"track": {
"def": "(noun) a mark left on the ground by a moving animal, person, or vehicle—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"route:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a game or contest in which the winner easily defeats the loser by a large amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"route:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to defeat (someone) easily and completely in a game or contest",
"source": "MW"
},
"route:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) on or along the way when you are going to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"route": {
"def": "(noun) a way to get from one place to another place",
"source": "MW"
},
"tip:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give an extra amount of money to someone who performs a service for you : to give a tip to (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"tip:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a goal that is scored by lightly pushing or touching a moving ball or hockey puck so that it goes into the basket or net from a short distance away",
"source": "MW"
},
"tip": {
"def": "(verb) to turn or move something so that it is not straight or level : to cause something to lean or slant : tilt",
"source": "MW"
},
"base:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place where military aircraft take off and land : a base of operations for military aircraft",
"source": "MW"
},
"base:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have a particular place as the main place where a person works or lives or where a business operates —often used as (be) based",
"source": "MW"
},
"base:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not honest or good",
"source": "MW"
},
"base": {
"def": "(noun) the bottom or lowest part of something : the part on which something rests or is supported—usually singular —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"inch:noun": {
"def": "(noun) how someone or something does something : how someone or something behaves, appears, feels, etc.—usually singular —often followed by to + verb —often used with in",
"source": "MW"
},
"inch:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move slightly—usually used in negative statements",
"source": "MW"
},
"inch": {
"def": "(noun) a unit of measurement equal to 1/3₆ yard or 1/12 of a foot (2.54 centimeters)",
"source": "MW"
},
"yard:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a structure with high sides that provides an enclosed area in which a baby or young child can play —called also (US) play yard",
"source": "MW"
},
"yard": {
"def": "(noun) an outdoor area that is next to a house and is usually covered by grass",
"source": "MW"
},
"pace:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small animal that lives in a shell that it carries on its back, that moves very slowly, and that can live in water or on land",
"source": "MW"
},
"pace:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) in a place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"pace": {
"def": "(noun) the speed at which someone or something moves",
"source": "MW"
},
"span:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the thing that is measured as seconds, minutes, hours, days, years, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"span:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to continue throughout (a period of time)",
"source": "MW"
},
"span:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very clean and neat",
"source": "MW"
},
"span": {
"def": "(noun) the period of time between two dates or events —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"gray:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a color between black and white : having a color that is like the color of smoke",
"source": "MW"
},
"gray:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a bluish-gray color",
"source": "MW"
},
"gray:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become gray",
"source": "MW"
},
"gray": {
"def": "(adjective) having a color between black and white : having a color that is like the color of smoke",
"source": "MW"
},
"scarlet:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very serious disease that causes a fever, sore throat, and a red rash",
"source": "MW"
},
"scarlet": {
"def": "(noun) a bright red color",
"source": "MW"
},
"crimson:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a deep purplish-red color",
"source": "MW"
},
"crimson": {
"def": "(noun) a deep purplish-red color",
"source": "MW"
},
"azure:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the blue color of the sky",
"source": "MW"
},
"azure": {
"def": "(noun) the blue color of the sky",
"source": "MW"
},
"huge:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very large in size : very big —usually used before a noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"huge": {
"def": "(adjective) very large : very great in size, amount, or degree",
"source": "MW"
},
"tiny:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very small : tiny",
"source": "MW"
},
"tiny": {
"def": "(adjective) very small",
"source": "MW"
},
"tight:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not willing to speak about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"tight:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a tight way",
"source": "MW"
},
"tight:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a strap that is fastened to a device (called a bridle) placed on the head of an animal (such as a horse) and that is used to guide and control the animal—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"tight:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to attach or place something so that it is held up without support from below",
"source": "MW"
},
"tight": {
"def": "(adjective) difficult to move : fastened, attached, or held in a position that is not easy to move",
"source": "MW"
},
"loose:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to move in a very free and relaxed way",
"source": "MW"
},
"loose:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that does not fit close to your body",
"source": "MW"
},
"loose:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to release or untie (an animal or person) —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"loose:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a part of something (such as a job or story) that has not been completed —usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"loose": {
"def": "(adjective) not tightly fastened, attached, or held",
"source": "MW"
},
"wet:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) covered or soaked with water or another liquid : not dry",
"source": "MW"
},
"wet:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to fall in drops",
"source": "MW"
},
"wet:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the body that you hear with",
"source": "MW"
},
"wet": {
"def": "(adjective) covered or soaked with water or another liquid : not dry",
"source": "MW"
},
"damp:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) somewhat or slightly wet",
"source": "MW"
},
"damp:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small firecracker",
"source": "MW"
},
"damp:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) somewhat or slightly wet : dampen",
"source": "MW"
},
"damp": {
"def": "(adjective) somewhat or slightly wet",
"source": "MW"
},
"sticky:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely sweet : too sweet",
"source": "MW"
},
"sticky:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a difficult situation",
"source": "MW"
},
"sticky": {
"def": "(adjective) having a substance (such as glue or honey) on it that things easily attach to : covered in a substance that things stick to",
"source": "MW"
},
"muddy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) filled or covered with mud",
"source": "MW"
},
"muddy:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) muddy: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"muddy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the clear liquid that has no color, taste, or smell, that falls from clouds as rain, that forms streams, lakes, and seas, and that is used for drinking, washing, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"muddy": {
"def": "(adjective) filled or covered with mud",
"source": "MW"
},
"dull:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not exciting or interesting : boring",
"source": "MW"
},
"dull:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become dull or to make (something) dull: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"dull:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very short period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"dull": {
"def": "(adjective) not exciting or interesting : boring",
"source": "MW"
},
"blunt:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a thick edge or point : not sharp",
"source": "MW"
},
"blunt:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) less sharp —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"blunt:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a tool or device used for a particular purpose; especially : a tool or device designed to do careful and exact work",
"source": "MW"
},
"blunt": {
"def": "(adjective) having a thick edge or point : not sharp",
"source": "MW"
},
"hollow:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having nothing inside : not solid",
"source": "MW"
},
"hollow:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place or area (especially on the ground) that is lower than the area around it",
"source": "MW"
},
"hollow:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (an object or device, such as a bell) to make a sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"hollow": {
"def": "(adjective) having nothing inside : not solid",
"source": "MW"
},
"solid:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) firm or hard : not having the form of a gas or liquid",
"source": "MW"
},
"solid:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the hard, solid material that the surface of the Earth is made of —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"solid:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make arrangements so that you will be able to use or have (something, such as a room, table, or seat) at a later time",
"source": "MW"
},
"solid": {
"def": "(adjective) firm or hard : not having the form of a gas or liquid",
"source": "MW"
},
"sparse:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) present only in small amounts : less than necessary or normal; especially : thinly covering an area : not thick or full",
"source": "MW"
},
"sparse": {
"def": "(adjective) present only in small amounts : less than necessary or normal; especially : thinly covering an area : not thick or full",
"source": "MW"
},
"sloped:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to not be level : to have a downward or upward slant",
"source": "MW"
},
"sloped": {
"def": "(verb) to not be level : to have a downward or upward slant",
"source": "MW"
},
"curved:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a rounded shape",
"source": "MW"
},
"curved:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to form a curve : to turn or change from a straight line, shape, or path to a smooth, rounded one",
"source": "MW"
},
"curved": {
"def": "(adjective) having a rounded shape",
"source": "MW"
},
"distant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) existing or happening far away in space : separated by space",
"source": "MW"
},
"distant:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the period of time that will come after the present time —usually used with the",
"source": "MW"
},
"distant": {
"def": "(adjective) existing or happening far away in space : separated by space",
"source": "MW"
},
"nearby:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not far away : located at a short distance from someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"nearby": {
"def": "(adjective) not far away : located at a short distance from someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"hidden:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not seen or known",
"source": "MW"
},
"hidden:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) in a place where it cannot be seen or found",
"source": "MW"
},
"hidden:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the sense through which a person or animal becomes aware of light, color, etc., by using the eyes : the ability to see",
"source": "MW"
},
"hidden": {
"def": "(adjective) not seen or known",
"source": "MW"
},
"visible:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be seen",
"source": "MW"
},
"visible": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be seen",
"source": "MW"
},
"faint:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) no longer alive or living : no longer having life",
"source": "MW"
},
"faint:verb": {
"def": "(verb) —used to show that you are angry or annoyed at a person, thing, or situation",
"source": "MW"
},
"faint:noun": {
"def": "(noun) spoken or written words about the good qualities of someone or something : an expression of approval for someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"faint": {
"def": "(adjective) not clearly seen, heard, tasted, felt, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"dim:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) existing or happening far away in space : separated by space",
"source": "MW"
},
"dim:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to carry or move (something) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"dim:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an opinion or way of thinking about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"dim": {
"def": "(adjective) not bright or clear : not seen clearly",
"source": "MW"
},
"misty:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having tears in your eyes",
"source": "MW"
},
"misty": {
"def": "(adjective) full of mist",
"source": "MW"
},
"hazy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) partly hidden, darkened, or clouded by dust, smoke, or mist : hidden by haze; also : having or filled with haze",
"source": "MW"
},
"hazy": {
"def": "(adjective) partly hidden, darkened, or clouded by dust, smoke, or mist : hidden by haze; also : having or filled with haze",
"source": "MW"
},
"frozen:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become a hard substance (such as ice) because of cold",
"source": "MW"
},
"frozen:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sweet frozen dessert that is like ice cream but is made with yogurt",
"source": "MW"
},
"frozen:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) firm or hard : not having the form of a gas or liquid",
"source": "MW"
},
"frozen:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) very much : to an extreme degree",
"source": "MW"
},
"frozen": {
"def": "(verb) to become a hard substance (such as ice) because of cold",
"source": "MW"
},
"melted:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to change or to cause (something) to change from a solid to a liquid usually because of heat",
"source": "MW"
},
"melted": {
"def": "(verb) to change or to cause (something) to change from a solid to a liquid usually because of heat",
"source": "MW"
},
"burning:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) on fire : producing or having a flame",
"source": "MW"
},
"burning:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give off heat, light, and gases",
"source": "MW"
},
"burning:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the soft flesh on the bodies of people and animals that helps keep the body warm and is used to store energy",
"source": "MW"
},
"burning": {
"def": "(adjective) on fire : producing or having a flame",
"source": "MW"
},
"smoking:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the breathing in of cigarette smoke from people who are smoking nearby",
"source": "MW"
},
"smoking:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to smoke cigarettes continuously one after another",
"source": "MW"
},
"smoking:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe a place where people are not allowed to smoke",
"source": "MW"
},
"smoking": {
"def": "(noun) the activity of smoking a cigarette, cigar, pipe, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"glowing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very enthusiastic : full of praise",
"source": "MW"
},
"glowing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to shine with low light and heat but usually without flame",
"source": "MW"
},
"glowing": {
"def": "(adjective) very enthusiastic : full of praise",
"source": "MW"
},
"stiff:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having good luck : fortunate",
"source": "MW"
},
"stiff:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) very much : to an extreme degree",
"source": "MW"
},
"stiff:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a liquid that you can drink : beverage",
"source": "MW"
},
"stiff:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become a hard substance (such as ice) because of cold",
"source": "MW"
},
"stiff": {
"def": "(adjective) difficult to bend or move",
"source": "MW"
},
"numb:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) unable to feel anything in a particular part of your body because of cold, injury, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"numb:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (a part of the body) to be unable to feel anything",
"source": "MW"
},
"numb": {
"def": "(adjective) unable to feel anything in a particular part of your body because of cold, injury, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"sore:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or affected by pain : painful",
"source": "MW"
},
"sore:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the sense through which a person or animal becomes aware of light, color, etc., by using the eyes : the ability to see",
"source": "MW"
},
"sore:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be in an upright position with all of your weight on your feet",
"source": "MW"
},
"sore": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or affected by pain : painful",
"source": "MW"
},
"aching:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to produce a dull continuous pain : to hurt in a way that is constant but not severe —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"aching": {
"def": "(verb) to produce a dull continuous pain : to hurt in a way that is constant but not severe —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"awake:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stop sleeping : to wake up",
"source": "MW"
},
"awake:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) fully awake",
"source": "MW"
},
"awake": {
"def": "(verb) to stop sleeping : to wake up",
"source": "MW"
},
"apart:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) separated by an amount of space —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"apart:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) separate or different from others",
"source": "MW"
},
"apart:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to choose or select (someone or something) from a group",
"source": "MW"
},
"apart:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of the pieces, sections, qualities, etc., that make or form something —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"apart": {
"def": "(adverb) separated by an amount of space —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"careless:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not using care : not careful",
"source": "MW"
},
"careless:verb": {
"def": "(verb) —used as the past tense of can",
"source": "MW"
},
"careless:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) a smaller number or amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"careless": {
"def": "(adjective) not using care : not careful",
"source": "MW"
},
"fearless:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not afraid : very brave",
"source": "MW"
},
"fearless": {
"def": "(adjective) not afraid : very brave",
"source": "MW"
},
"helpless:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not protected : not able to defend yourself",
"source": "MW"
},
"helpless": {
"def": "(adjective) not protected : not able to defend yourself",
"source": "MW"
},
"hopeless:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or feeling no hope",
"source": "MW"
},
"hopeless": {
"def": "(adjective) having or feeling no hope",
"source": "MW"
},
"useless:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not at all useful : not doing or able to do what is needed : not producing or able to produce the effect you want",
"source": "MW"
},
"useless": {
"def": "(adjective) not at all useful : not doing or able to do what is needed : not producing or able to produce the effect you want",
"source": "MW"
},
"worthless:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having no financial value",
"source": "MW"
},
"worthless": {
"def": "(adjective) having no financial value",
"source": "MW"
},
"harmless:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not causing harm : unable to cause harm : not dangerous : not meant to cause harm or offense —sometimes + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"harmless": {
"def": "(adjective) not causing harm : unable to cause harm : not dangerous : not meant to cause harm or offense —sometimes + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"restless:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling nervous or bored and tending to move around a lot : not relaxed or calm",
"source": "MW"
},
"restless": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling nervous or bored and tending to move around a lot : not relaxed or calm",
"source": "MW"
},
"immediate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or done without delay",
"source": "MW"
},
"immediate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person of higher rank or status than another",
"source": "MW"
},
"immediate": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or done without delay",
"source": "MW"
},
"constant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening all the time or very often over a period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"constant:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of concern about something bad that might happen : the state or condition of worrying about something : anxiety",
"source": "MW"
},
"constant": {
"def": "(adjective) happening all the time or very often over a period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"rapid:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) coming quickly one after another",
"source": "MW"
},
"rapid:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of getting a title or right after the person who had that title or right before you has died or is no longer able or allowed to have it; also : the process by which this happens",
"source": "MW"
},
"rapid": {
"def": "(adjective) happening in a short amount of time : happening quickly",
"source": "MW"
},
"tender:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing love : affectionate",
"source": "MW"
},
"tender:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give or offer (something, such as a payment or a letter)",
"source": "MW"
},
"tender:noun": {
"def": "(noun) kind or forgiving treatment of someone who could be treated harshly",
"source": "MW"
},
"tender": {
"def": "(adjective) very loving and gentle : showing affection and love for someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"harsh:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) unpleasant and difficult to accept or experience",
"source": "MW"
},
"harsh": {
"def": "(adjective) unpleasant and difficult to accept or experience",
"source": "MW"
},
"firm:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) fairly hard or solid : not soft",
"source": "MW"
},
"firm:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be in an upright position with all of your weight on your feet",
"source": "MW"
},
"firm:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a strongly held opinion about something—usually singular —often + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"firm": {
"def": "(adjective) fairly hard or solid : not soft",
"source": "MW"
},
"rigid:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not able to be bent easily : stiff",
"source": "MW"
},
"rigid": {
"def": "(adjective) not able to be bent easily : stiff",
"source": "MW"
},
"bare:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) without boxing gloves —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"bare:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to place (someone or something) down gently in a flat position —often + down",
"source": "MW"
},
"bare:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) with the hand or hands only : without using a tool, weapon, glove, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"bare:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the lowest number or amount that is possible or allowed—usually singular —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"bare": {
"def": "(adjective) not having a covering —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"golden:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made of gold",
"source": "MW"
},
"golden:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of dog that has long yellowish-brown fur",
"source": "MW"
},
"golden": {
"def": "(adjective) made of gold",
"source": "MW"
},
"wooden:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made of wood",
"source": "MW"
},
"wooden": {
"def": "(adjective) made of wood",
"source": "MW"
},
"foreign:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) located outside a particular place or country and especially outside your own country",
"source": "MW"
},
"foreign:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an officially accepted set of rules or ideas about what should be done",
"source": "MW"
},
"foreign": {
"def": "(adjective) located outside a particular place or country and especially outside your own country",
"source": "MW"
},
"modern:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) existing today —often used to indicate that someone or something of the present is similar to someone or something of the past",
"source": "MW"
},
"modern:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an adult male human being",
"source": "MW"
},
"modern": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the present time or the recent past : happening, existing, or developing at a time near the present time",
"source": "MW"
},
"surely:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a slow way or at a low speed",
"source": "MW"
},
"surely:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say things that are meant to cause laughter : joke",
"source": "MW"
},
"surely": {
"def": "(adverb) in a confident way",
"source": "MW"
},
"truly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a successful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"truly:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) that which belongs to you : your one : your ones",
"source": "MW"
},
"truly": {
"def": "(adverb) in an honest manner : sincerely",
"source": "MW"
},
"perfectly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a successful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"perfectly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very obvious : not causing or allowing doubt —sometimes used in spoken phrases that express anger",
"source": "MW"
},
"perfectly:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have (information of some kind) in your mind —often + how, why, where, etc. —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"perfectly": {
"def": "(adverb) in every way : completely—used for emphasis",
"source": "MW"
},
"obviously:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that is easy to see, understand, or recognize",
"source": "MW"
},
"obviously": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that is easy to see, understand, or recognize",
"source": "MW"
},
"anymore:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in the recent or present period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"anymore": {
"def": "(adverb) in the recent or present period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"awhile:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) one time only",
"source": "MW"
},
"awhile:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"awhile:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) at a time following (something or someone) : later than (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"awhile:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) including each person or thing in a group or series",
"source": "MW"
},
"awhile": {
"def": "(adverb) for a while : for a short time",
"source": "MW"
},
"aside:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to or toward the side —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"aside:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is saved and used for a particular purpose; especially, US : a program that requires jobs, money, etc., to be saved for people who have not been given as much as others in the past",
"source": "MW"
},
"aside:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone or something) to be in a particular place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"aside": {
"def": "(adverb) to or toward the side —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"throughout:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in or to every part of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"throughout:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in or to every part",
"source": "MW"
},
"throughout": {
"def": "(preposition) in or to every part of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"elsewhere:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in or to another place",
"source": "MW"
},
"elsewhere:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the activity of making, buying, or selling goods or providing services in exchange for money —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"elsewhere": {
"def": "(adverb) in or to another place",
"source": "MW"
},
"indeed:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) without any question—used to stress the truth of a statement —often used after very",
"source": "MW"
},
"indeed:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who you like and enjoy being with",
"source": "MW"
},
"indeed": {
"def": "(adverb) without any question—used to stress the truth of a statement —often used after very",
"source": "MW"
},
"remark:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that someone says or writes to express an opinion or idea : comment",
"source": "MW"
},
"remark:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a statement about someone or something : to make a remark —+ on or upon",
"source": "MW"
},
"remark": {
"def": "(noun) something that someone says or writes to express an opinion or idea : comment",
"source": "MW"
},
"patrol:noun": {
"def": "(noun) patrol wagon",
"source": "MW"
},
"patrol:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to walk or go around or through (an area, building, etc.) especially in order to make sure that it is safe",
"source": "MW"
},
"patrol": {
"def": "(noun) the act of walking or going around or through an area, building, etc., in order to make sure that it is safe : the act of patrolling an area",
"source": "MW"
},
"abbey:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a monastery run by an abbot",
"source": "MW"
},
"abbey": {
"def": "(noun) a monastery run by an abbot",
"source": "MW"
},
"passage:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act that is a symbol of an important change in someone's life",
"source": "MW"
},
"passage": {
"def": "(noun) a long, narrow space that connects one place to another",
"source": "MW"
},
"strike:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit (someone or something) in a forceful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"strike:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a strike that is started by a group of workers without the approval of their union",
"source": "MW"
},
"strike": {
"def": "(verb) to hit (someone or something) in a forceful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"leap:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to direct your eyes in a particular direction —often + at",
"source": "MW"
},
"leap:noun": {
"def": "(noun) strong belief or trust in someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"leap": {
"def": "(verb) to jump from a surface",
"source": "MW"
},
"motion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of the round parts underneath a car, wagon, etc., that rolls and allows something to move",
"source": "MW"
},
"motion:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) in a place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"motion": {
"def": "(noun) an act or process of moving : movement",
"source": "MW"
},
"movement:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a stage of sleep during which you dream and your eyes make quick movements —called also REM",
"source": "MW"
},
"movement": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of moving people or things from one place or position to another",
"source": "MW"
},
"expression:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being free: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"expression:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to officially say that someone who is guilty of a crime will be allowed to go free and will not be punished",
"source": "MW"
},
"expression": {
"def": "(noun) the act of making your thoughts, feelings, etc., known by speech, writing, or some other method : the act of expressing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"blow:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move with speed or force",
"source": "MW"
},
"blow:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act that kills a person or animal",
"source": "MW"
},
"blow:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having blow-dried hair—sometimes used in a disapproving way in U.S. English to describe someone (such as a television personality) who has a neat appearance but is not very intelligent or interesting",
"source": "MW"
},
"blow": {
"def": "(verb) to move with speed or force",
"source": "MW"
},
"burn:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit something hard enough to cause serious damage or destruction —often + into",
"source": "MW"
},
"burn:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the middle of the night : 12 o'clock at night —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"burn:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done by cutting down and burning trees and plants in order to clear an area of land and grow crops on it for usually a brief time",
"source": "MW"
},
"burn": {
"def": "(verb) to give off heat, light, and gases",
"source": "MW"
},
"shift:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or to cause (something or someone) to move to a different place, position, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"shift:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of two upright posts that form part of the goal in various games (such as soccer, hockey, and football)",
"source": "MW"
},
"shift": {
"def": "(verb) to move or to cause (something or someone) to move to a different place, position, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"muscle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a substance (such as a drug) that relaxes you, your muscles, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"muscle:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something or someone) to go from one place or position to another",
"source": "MW"
},
"muscle:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having large muscles that do not move and stretch easily —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"muscle": {
"def": "(noun) a body tissue that can contract and produce movement —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"duty:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a tax that you pay on the money and other property that comes to you because someone has died : a tax on an estate that you inherit —called also (British) death duty, death tax",
"source": "MW"
},
"duty:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made of two parts that are similar or exactly the same",
"source": "MW"
},
"duty": {
"def": "(noun) something that is done as part of a job",
"source": "MW"
},
"howl:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a long, loud cry that sounds sad",
"source": "MW"
},
"howl": {
"def": "(verb) to make a long, loud cry that sounds sad",
"source": "MW"
},
"protest:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to show or express strong disagreement with or disapproval of something (US)",
"source": "MW"
},
"protest:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something said or done that shows disagreement with or disapproval of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"protest": {
"def": "(verb) to show or express strong disagreement with or disapproval of something (US)",
"source": "MW"
},
"shrug:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to raise and lower your shoulders usually to show that you do not know or care about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"shrug": {
"def": "(verb) to raise and lower your shoulders usually to show that you do not know or care about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"admit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) —used to say that something is required or necessary",
"source": "MW"
},
"admit": {
"def": "(verb) to say usually in an unwilling way that you accept or do not deny the truth or existence of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"branch:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of a plant that grows underground, gets water from the ground, and holds the plant in place",
"source": "MW"
},
"branch:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to divide into smaller parts : to separate into branches",
"source": "MW"
},
"branch:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to courts of law or judges",
"source": "MW"
},
"branch": {
"def": "(noun) a part of a tree that grows out from the trunk",
"source": "MW"
},
"stalk:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a thick or tall stem of a plant",
"source": "MW"
},
"stalk:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to follow (an animal or person that you are hunting or trying to capture) by moving slowly and quietly",
"source": "MW"
},
"stalk": {
"def": "(noun) a thick or tall stem of a plant",
"source": "MW"
},
"lurk:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be in a hidden place : to wait in a secret or hidden place especially in order to do something wrong or harmful —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"lurk": {
"def": "(verb) to be in a hidden place : to wait in a secret or hidden place especially in order to do something wrong or harmful —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"pounce:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to suddenly jump toward and take hold of someone or something —usually + on —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"pounce": {
"def": "(verb) to suddenly jump toward and take hold of someone or something —usually + on —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"lunge:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sudden forward movement",
"source": "MW"
},
"lunge:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or reach forward in a sudden, forceful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"lunge": {
"def": "(noun) a sudden forward movement",
"source": "MW"
},
"dodge:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move quickly to one side in order to avoid being hit by (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"dodge:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small piece of metal or another material that is shot out of a gun —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"dodge": {
"def": "(verb) to move quickly to one side in order to avoid being hit by (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"parry:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to defend yourself by turning or pushing aside (a punch, a weapon, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"parry": {
"def": "(verb) to defend yourself by turning or pushing aside (a punch, a weapon, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"thrust:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to push (someone or something) with force : shove —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"thrust:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an opening or hole made with a sharp tool (such as a knife)",
"source": "MW"
},
"thrust": {
"def": "(verb) to push (someone or something) with force : shove —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"slash:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a long cut in (something) with a knife or other sharp weapon",
"source": "MW"
},
"slash:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a thin and usually long cut made with a knife or other sharp object",
"source": "MW"
},
"slash:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done by cutting down and burning trees and plants in order to clear an area of land and grow crops on it for usually a brief time",
"source": "MW"
},
"slash": {
"def": "(verb) to make a long cut in (something) with a knife or other sharp weapon",
"source": "MW"
},
"hack:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cut (something or someone) many times and usually in a rough and violent way",
"source": "MW"
},
"hack:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a writer who produces a large amount of work mainly to make money",
"source": "MW"
},
"hack": {
"def": "(verb) to cut (something or someone) many times and usually in a rough and violent way",
"source": "MW"
},
"pierce:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a hole in or through (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"pierce": {
"def": "(verb) to make a hole in or through (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"maim:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to injure (someone) very badly by violence —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"maim": {
"def": "(verb) to injure (someone) very badly by violence —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"cripple:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who cannot move or walk normally because of a permanent injury (such as a damaged leg or foot) or other physical problem",
"source": "MW"
},
"cripple:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (a person or animal) to be unable to move or walk normally—usually used as (be) crippled",
"source": "MW"
},
"cripple": {
"def": "(noun) a person who cannot move or walk normally because of a permanent injury (such as a damaged leg or foot) or other physical problem",
"source": "MW"
},
"slay:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to kill (someone or something) especially in a battle or war",
"source": "MW"
},
"slay": {
"def": "(verb) to kill (someone or something) especially in a battle or war",
"source": "MW"
},
"absorb:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take in (something, such as a liquid) in a natural or gradual way —often used as (be) absorbed",
"source": "MW"
},
"absorb": {
"def": "(verb) to take in (something, such as a liquid) in a natural or gradual way —often used as (be) absorbed",
"source": "MW"
},
"deflect:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something that is moving) to change direction",
"source": "MW"
},
"deflect": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something that is moving) to change direction",
"source": "MW"
},
"evade:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stay away from (someone or something) : to avoid (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"evade": {
"def": "(verb) to stay away from (someone or something) : to avoid (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"intercept:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stop and take someone or something that is going from one place to another place before that person or thing gets there",
"source": "MW"
},
"intercept": {
"def": "(verb) to stop and take someone or something that is going from one place to another place before that person or thing gets there",
"source": "MW"
},
"summon:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to order (someone) to come to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"summon": {
"def": "(verb) to order (someone) to come to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"invoke:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to mention (someone or something) in an attempt to make people feel a certain way or have a certain idea in their mind",
"source": "MW"
},
"invoke": {
"def": "(verb) to mention (someone or something) in an attempt to make people feel a certain way or have a certain idea in their mind",
"source": "MW"
},
"channel:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the activity of using a remote control to change television stations quickly as you look for something to watch —called also channel-hopping",
"source": "MW"
},
"channel:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to express (your ideas, thoughts, feelings, energy, etc.) through a particular behavior or action —often + into",
"source": "MW"
},
"channel": {
"def": "(noun) a television or radio station",
"source": "MW"
},
"wield:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hold (something, such as a tool or weapon) in your hands so that you are ready to use it",
"source": "MW"
},
"wield": {
"def": "(verb) to hold (something, such as a tool or weapon) in your hands so that you are ready to use it",
"source": "MW"
},
"conjure:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) appear or seem to appear by using magic —usually + up",
"source": "MW"
},
"conjure": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) appear or seem to appear by using magic —usually + up",
"source": "MW"
},
"scatter:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (things or people) to separate and go in different directions",
"source": "MW"
},
"scatter:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small rug that can be easily moved —called also scatter rug",
"source": "MW"
},
"scatter": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (things or people) to separate and go in different directions",
"source": "MW"
},
"shatter:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to break suddenly into many small pieces",
"source": "MW"
},
"shatter": {
"def": "(verb) to break suddenly into many small pieces",
"source": "MW"
},
"rupture:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a painful condition in which an organ (such as the intestine) pushes through the muscles that are around it —called also rupture",
"source": "MW"
},
"rupture:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to break or burst",
"source": "MW"
},
"rupture": {
"def": "(noun) a crack or break in something (such as a pipe)",
"source": "MW"
},
"fracture:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a crack on the surface of a bone caused by repeated pressure",
"source": "MW"
},
"fracture:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause a crack or break in (something hard, such as a bone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"fracture": {
"def": "(noun) the result of breaking something : a crack or break; especially : a broken bone",
"source": "MW"
},
"crumble:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to break (something) into small pieces",
"source": "MW"
},
"crumble:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a thin, hard, and usually salty piece of food; especially, British : potato chip—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"crumble": {
"def": "(verb) to break (something) into small pieces",
"source": "MW"
},
"soar:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to increase very quickly in amount or price",
"source": "MW"
},
"soar": {
"def": "(verb) to increase very quickly in amount or price",
"source": "MW"
},
"descend:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go down : to go or move from a higher to a lower place or level",
"source": "MW"
},
"descend:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a specific height",
"source": "MW"
},
"descend": {
"def": "(verb) to go down : to go or move from a higher to a lower place or level",
"source": "MW"
},
"drift:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the very slow movement of the continents on the surface of the Earth",
"source": "MW"
},
"drift:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to obtain (something): such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"drift": {
"def": "(noun) a slow and gradual movement or change from one place, condition, etc., to another",
"source": "MW"
},
"hover:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to float in the air without moving in any direction",
"source": "MW"
},
"hover": {
"def": "(verb) to float in the air without moving in any direction",
"source": "MW"
},
"glide:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move in a smooth way",
"source": "MW"
},
"glide:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small aircraft that consists of a metal frame covered with strong cloth and that is flown through the air by a person who hangs beneath it; also : a person who flies a hang glider",
"source": "MW"
},
"glide": {
"def": "(verb) to move in a smooth way",
"source": "MW"
},
"sink:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move through water by moving your arms and legs",
"source": "MW"
},
"sink:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of the hard white objects inside the mouth that are used for biting and chewing",
"source": "MW"
},
"sink": {
"def": "(verb) to go down below the surface of water, mud, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"plunge:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to carry or move (something) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"plunge:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sudden fall or jump usually from a high place",
"source": "MW"
},
"plunge": {
"def": "(verb) to fall or jump suddenly from a high place",
"source": "MW"
},
"submerge:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone or something) go under the surface of water or some other liquid : to cover (someone or something) with a liquid",
"source": "MW"
},
"submerge": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone or something) go under the surface of water or some other liquid : to cover (someone or something) with a liquid",
"source": "MW"
},
"emerge:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become known or apparent",
"source": "MW"
},
"emerge:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who defeats an enemy or opponent : winner",
"source": "MW"
},
"emerge:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having won a victory or having ended in a victory",
"source": "MW"
},
"emerge": {
"def": "(verb) to become known or apparent",
"source": "MW"
},
"falter:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stop being strong or successful : to begin to fail or weaken",
"source": "MW"
},
"falter": {
"def": "(verb) to stop being strong or successful : to begin to fail or weaken",
"source": "MW"
},
"waver:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go back and forth between choices or opinions : to be uncertain about what you think about something or someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"waver:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a movement in which a group of people introduce new styles or ideas in art, music, politics, etc.—usually singular—often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"waver": {
"def": "(verb) to go back and forth between choices or opinions : to be uncertain about what you think about something or someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"hesitate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stop briefly before you do something especially because you are nervous or unsure about what to do",
"source": "MW"
},
"hesitate": {
"def": "(verb) to stop briefly before you do something especially because you are nervous or unsure about what to do",
"source": "MW"
},
"halt:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cry out or shout in a loud and very high voice because of extreme pain, anger, fear, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"halt:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the stopping or ending of movement, progress, or action",
"source": "MW"
},
"halt:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very bad—used to make a negative statement more forceful",
"source": "MW"
},
"halt": {
"def": "(verb) to stop (something or someone) from moving or continuing",
"source": "MW"
},
"gesture:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a movement of your body (especially of your hands and arms) that shows or emphasizes an idea or a feeling",
"source": "MW"
},
"gesture:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a gesture : to move your hands, arms, etc., to express an idea or feeling",
"source": "MW"
},
"gesture": {
"def": "(noun) a movement of your body (especially of your hands and arms) that shows or emphasizes an idea or a feeling",
"source": "MW"
},
"indicate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to show (something) : to show that (something) exists or is true",
"source": "MW"
},
"indicate": {
"def": "(verb) to show (something) : to show that (something) exists or is true",
"source": "MW"
},
"beckon:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to signal (someone) with your arm or hand in order to tell that person to come closer or follow",
"source": "MW"
},
"beckon": {
"def": "(verb) to signal (someone) with your arm or hand in order to tell that person to come closer or follow",
"source": "MW"
},
"grasp:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take and hold (something) with your fingers, hands, etc. —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"grasp:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the dry stems of wheat and other grain plants —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"grasp": {
"def": "(verb) to take and hold (something) with your fingers, hands, etc. —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"seize:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use legal or official power to take (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"seize:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the power or opportunity to do something before others do",
"source": "MW"
},
"seize": {
"def": "(verb) to use legal or official power to take (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"snatch:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take (something) quickly or eagerly —often + up —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"snatch:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small part of something—usually + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"snatch": {
"def": "(verb) to take (something) quickly or eagerly —often + up —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"clutch:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hold onto (someone or something) tightly with your hand",
"source": "MW"
},
"clutch:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the dry stems of wheat and other grain plants —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"clutch:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening during a very important or critical time especially in a sports competition",
"source": "MW"
},
"clutch": {
"def": "(verb) to hold onto (someone or something) tightly with your hand",
"source": "MW"
},
"ravine:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small, deep, narrow valley",
"source": "MW"
},
"ravine": {
"def": "(noun) a small, deep, narrow valley",
"source": "MW"
},
"gorge:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a deep, narrow area between hills or mountains",
"source": "MW"
},
"gorge:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move upward —often + up —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"gorge": {
"def": "(noun) a deep, narrow area between hills or mountains",
"source": "MW"
},
"canyon:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a Christian priest who works in a cathedral",
"source": "MW"
},
"canyon": {
"def": "(noun) a deep valley with steep rock sides and often a stream or river flowing through it",
"source": "MW"
},
"bluff:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to speak in a loud voice",
"source": "MW"
},
"bluff:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a game for children in which a player whose eyes are covered with a piece of cloth tries to catch and identify the other players —called also blindman's buff",
"source": "MW"
},
"bluff:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a very open, honest, and direct way of talking that is friendly but not always polite",
"source": "MW"
},
"bluff": {
"def": "(verb) to pretend that you will do something or that you know or have something in order to trick someone into doing what you want",
"source": "MW"
},
"promontory:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a high area of land or rock that sticks out into the sea",
"source": "MW"
},
"promontory": {
"def": "(noun) a high area of land or rock that sticks out into the sea",
"source": "MW"
},
"peninsula:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of land that is almost entirely surrounded by water and is attached to a larger land area",
"source": "MW"
},
"peninsula": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of land that is almost entirely surrounded by water and is attached to a larger land area",
"source": "MW"
},
"archipelago:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of islands",
"source": "MW"
},
"archipelago": {
"def": "(noun) a group of islands",
"source": "MW"
},
"wilderness:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large area of public land that is kept in its natural state",
"source": "MW"
},
"wilderness": {
"def": "(noun) a wild and natural area in which few people live —often used before another noun —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"badlands:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a region in the U.S. where weather has worn away rocks into strange shapes and where there are very few plants",
"source": "MW"
},
"badlands": {
"def": "(noun) a region in the U.S. where weather has worn away rocks into strange shapes and where there are very few plants",
"source": "MW"
},
"tundra:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large area of flat land in northern parts of the world where there are no trees and the ground is always frozen",
"source": "MW"
},
"tundra": {
"def": "(noun) a large area of flat land in northern parts of the world where there are no trees and the ground is always frozen",
"source": "MW"
},
"steppe:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large, flat area of land with grass and very few trees especially in eastern Europe and Asia",
"source": "MW"
},
"steppe": {
"def": "(noun) a large, flat area of land with grass and very few trees especially in eastern Europe and Asia",
"source": "MW"
},
"moor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a member of a group of North African Arab people who ruled parts of Spain from the eighth century until 1492",
"source": "MW"
},
"moor:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hold (a boat or ship) in place with ropes or cables or with an anchor",
"source": "MW"
},
"moor": {
"def": "(noun) a broad area of open land that is not good for farming—used especially to refer to land in Great Britain—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"glade:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a grassy open space in a forest",
"source": "MW"
},
"glade": {
"def": "(noun) a grassy open space in a forest",
"source": "MW"
},
"canopy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of cloth that hangs over a bed, throne, etc., as a decoration or shelter",
"source": "MW"
},
"canopy": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of cloth that hangs over a bed, throne, etc., as a decoration or shelter",
"source": "MW"
},
"undergrowth:noun": {
"def": "(noun) underbrush",
"source": "MW"
},
"undergrowth": {
"def": "(noun) underbrush",
"source": "MW"
},
"shrub:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a plant that has stems of wood and is smaller than a tree : bush",
"source": "MW"
},
"shrub": {
"def": "(noun) a plant that has stems of wood and is smaller than a tree : bush",
"source": "MW"
},
"torrent:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large amount of water that moves very quickly in one direction",
"source": "MW"
},
"torrent": {
"def": "(noun) a large amount of water that moves very quickly in one direction",
"source": "MW"
},
"cascade:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small, steep waterfall; especially : one that is part of a series of waterfalls",
"source": "MW"
},
"cascade:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to flow or hang down in large amounts",
"source": "MW"
},
"cascade": {
"def": "(noun) a small, steep waterfall; especially : one that is part of a series of waterfalls",
"source": "MW"
},
"rapids:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a part of a river where the water flows very fast usually over rocks",
"source": "MW"
},
"rapids:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause a bullet, arrow, etc., to move forward with great force from a weapon",
"source": "MW"
},
"rapids": {
"def": "(noun) a part of a river where the water flows very fast usually over rocks",
"source": "MW"
},
"estuary:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an area where a river flows into the sea",
"source": "MW"
},
"estuary": {
"def": "(noun) an area where a river flows into the sea",
"source": "MW"
},
"tributary:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a stream that flows into a larger stream or river or into a lake —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"tributary": {
"def": "(noun) a stream that flows into a larger stream or river or into a lake —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"novice:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who has just started learning or doing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"novice": {
"def": "(noun) a person who has just started learning or doing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"initiate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause the beginning of (something) : to start or begin (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"initiate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is being formally accepted or who has been formally accepted as a member of a group or organization",
"source": "MW"
},
"initiate": {
"def": "(verb) to cause the beginning of (something) : to start or begin (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"acolyte:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who follows and admires a leader",
"source": "MW"
},
"acolyte": {
"def": "(noun) someone who follows and admires a leader",
"source": "MW"
},
"rogue:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a man who is dishonest or immoral",
"source": "MW"
},
"rogue:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe something or someone that is different from others in usually a dangerous or harmful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"rogue": {
"def": "(noun) a man who is dishonest or immoral",
"source": "MW"
},
"thief:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who steals something",
"source": "MW"
},
"thief": {
"def": "(noun) a person who steals something",
"source": "MW"
},
"assassin:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who kills someone (such as a famous or important person) usually for political reasons or for money : a person who assassinates someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"assassin": {
"def": "(noun) a person who kills someone (such as a famous or important person) usually for political reasons or for money : a person who assassinates someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"bandit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a machine used for gambling that starts when you put coins into it and pull a handle or press a button —called also (informal) one-armed bandit, fruit machine",
"source": "MW"
},
"bandit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to build, create, or produce (something) by work or effort —often followed by with to describe the things that are used to produce something —often followed by of to describe the material that forms something —often followed by from to describe the source of a product",
"source": "MW"
},
"bandit": {
"def": "(noun) a criminal who attacks and steals from travelers and who is often a member of a group of criminals",
"source": "MW"
},
"outlaw:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who has broken the law and who is hiding or running away to avoid punishment",
"source": "MW"
},
"outlaw:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) illegal",
"source": "MW"
},
"outlaw": {
"def": "(noun) a person who has broken the law and who is hiding or running away to avoid punishment",
"source": "MW"
},
"bounty:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who catches criminals who have not been caught by the police in exchange for a reward",
"source": "MW"
},
"bounty": {
"def": "(noun) good things that are given or provided freely and in large amounts",
"source": "MW"
},
"loot:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is stolen or taken by force",
"source": "MW"
},
"loot:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to steal things from (a place, such as a store or house) during a war or after destruction has been caused by fire, rioting, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"loot": {
"def": "(noun) something that is stolen or taken by force",
"source": "MW"
},
"plunder:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to steal things from (a place, such as a city or town) especially by force",
"source": "MW"
},
"plunder:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of stealing things from a place especially by force : the act of plundering something",
"source": "MW"
},
"plunder": {
"def": "(verb) to steal things from (a place, such as a city or town) especially by force",
"source": "MW"
},
"ransom:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a short piece of writing that is used to help someone remember something",
"source": "MW"
},
"ransom:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to pay money in order to free (a person who has been captured or kidnapped)",
"source": "MW"
},
"ransom": {
"def": "(noun) money that is paid in order to free someone who has been captured or kidnapped —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"tribute:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that you say, give, or do to show respect or affection for someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"tribute:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give money for goods or services —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"tribute": {
"def": "(noun) something that you say, give, or do to show respect or affection for someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"anguish:noun": {
"def": "(noun) extreme suffering, grief, or pain",
"source": "MW"
},
"anguish": {
"def": "(noun) extreme suffering, grief, or pain",
"source": "MW"
},
"torment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) extreme physical or mental pain",
"source": "MW"
},
"torment:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone or something) to feel extreme physical or mental pain —often used as (be) tormented by",
"source": "MW"
},
"torment:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"torment": {
"def": "(noun) extreme physical or mental pain",
"source": "MW"
},
"agony:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an article in a newspaper or magazine that offers advice to people who write to ask for help with a problem —called also (British) agony column",
"source": "MW"
},
"agony": {
"def": "(noun) extreme mental or physical pain",
"source": "MW"
},
"misery:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an unhappy person who complains often or constantly",
"source": "MW"
},
"misery:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone or something) to be in a particular place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"misery": {
"def": "(noun) extreme suffering or unhappiness",
"source": "MW"
},
"suffering:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sudden usually unpleasant or upsetting feeling caused by something unexpected—usually singular —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"suffering:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to experience pain, illness, or injury —often + from",
"source": "MW"
},
"suffering:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) suffering for a long time without complaining : very patient during difficult times",
"source": "MW"
},
"suffering": {
"def": "(noun) pain that is caused by injury, illness, loss, etc. : physical, mental, or emotional pain",
"source": "MW"
},
"valor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the right to choose what should be done in a particular situation",
"source": "MW"
},
"valor": {
"def": "(noun) courage or bravery",
"source": "MW"
},
"chivalry:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the system of values (such as loyalty and honor) that knights in the Middle Ages were expected to follow",
"source": "MW"
},
"chivalry": {
"def": "(noun) the system of values (such as loyalty and honor) that knights in the Middle Ages were expected to follow",
"source": "MW"
},
"gallantry:noun": {
"def": "(noun) very brave behavior : courage",
"source": "MW"
},
"gallantry": {
"def": "(noun) very brave behavior : courage",
"source": "MW"
},
"fealty:noun": {
"def": "(noun) loyalty to a person, group, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"fealty": {
"def": "(noun) loyalty to a person, group, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"covenant:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a formal and serious agreement or promise",
"source": "MW"
},
"covenant": {
"def": "(noun) a formal and serious agreement or promise",
"source": "MW"
},
"parchment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) paper made from the skin of a sheep or goat",
"source": "MW"
},
"parchment": {
"def": "(noun) paper made from the skin of a sheep or goat",
"source": "MW"
},
"scroll:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a machine that has a narrow blade for cutting curves and decorative patterns in wood, metal, plastic, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"scroll:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move text or images of a Web page, document, etc., up, down, or to the side on a computer screen so that you can see all of it",
"source": "MW"
},
"scroll": {
"def": "(noun) a long piece of paper that rolls around one or two cylinders and that usually has something written or drawn on it",
"source": "MW"
},
"tome:noun": {
"def": "(noun) new information or a report about something that has happened recently",
"source": "MW"
},
"tome:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause or allow someone to have (something) as a present : to make a present of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"tome": {
"def": "(noun) a very large, thick book",
"source": "MW"
},
"manuscript:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the original copy of a play, book, piece of music, etc., before it has been printed",
"source": "MW"
},
"manuscript": {
"def": "(noun) the original copy of a play, book, piece of music, etc., before it has been printed",
"source": "MW"
},
"chronicle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a description of events in the order that they happened : history",
"source": "MW"
},
"chronicle:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to describe a series of events in the order that they happened",
"source": "MW"
},
"chronicle": {
"def": "(noun) a description of events in the order that they happened : history",
"source": "MW"
},
"vivid:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very bright in color",
"source": "MW"
},
"vivid": {
"def": "(adjective) very bright in color",
"source": "MW"
},
"keen:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very angry",
"source": "MW"
},
"keen:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a loud and long cry of sorrow",
"source": "MW"
},
"keen:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a thick and spicy yellow or brownish-yellow sauce that is usually eaten with meat",
"source": "MW"
},
"keen": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing an ability to think clearly and to understand what is not obvious or simple about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"acute:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very serious or dangerous : requiring serious attention or action",
"source": "MW"
},
"acute": {
"def": "(adjective) very serious or dangerous : requiring serious attention or action",
"source": "MW"
},
"intense:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very great in degree : very strong",
"source": "MW"
},
"intense": {
"def": "(adjective) very great in degree : very strong",
"source": "MW"
},
"severe:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very bad, serious, or unpleasant",
"source": "MW"
},
"severe": {
"def": "(adjective) very bad, serious, or unpleasant",
"source": "MW"
},
"massive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very large and heavy",
"source": "MW"
},
"massive": {
"def": "(adjective) very large and heavy",
"source": "MW"
},
"immense:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very great in size or amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"immense": {
"def": "(adjective) very great in size or amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"vast:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very great in size, amount, or extent",
"source": "MW"
},
"vast": {
"def": "(adjective) very great in size, amount, or extent",
"source": "MW"
},
"enormous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very great in size or amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"enormous": {
"def": "(adjective) very great in size or amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"colossal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very large or great",
"source": "MW"
},
"colossal": {
"def": "(adjective) very large or great",
"source": "MW"
},
"murky:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very dark or foggy",
"source": "MW"
},
"murky:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the clear liquid that has no color, taste, or smell, that falls from clouds as rain, that forms streams, lakes, and seas, and that is used for drinking, washing, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"murky": {
"def": "(adjective) very dark or foggy",
"source": "MW"
},
"turbid:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not clean or clear : cloudy or muddy",
"source": "MW"
},
"turbid": {
"def": "(adjective) not clean or clear : cloudy or muddy",
"source": "MW"
},
"opaque:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not letting light through : not transparent",
"source": "MW"
},
"opaque": {
"def": "(adjective) not letting light through : not transparent",
"source": "MW"
},
"agile:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to move quickly and easily",
"source": "MW"
},
"agile": {
"def": "(adjective) able to move quickly and easily",
"source": "MW"
},
"nimble:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to move quickly, easily, and lightly",
"source": "MW"
},
"nimble": {
"def": "(adjective) able to move quickly, easily, and lightly",
"source": "MW"
},
"lithe:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) moving in an easy and graceful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"lithe": {
"def": "(adjective) moving in an easy and graceful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"supple:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to bend or twist easily",
"source": "MW"
},
"supple": {
"def": "(adjective) able to bend or twist easily",
"source": "MW"
},
"dexterous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing great skill or cleverness : showing dexterity",
"source": "MW"
},
"dexterous": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing great skill or cleverness : showing dexterity",
"source": "MW"
},
"wary:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not having or showing complete trust in someone or something that could be dangerous or cause trouble —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"wary": {
"def": "(adjective) not having or showing complete trust in someone or something that could be dangerous or cause trouble —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"vigilant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) carefully noticing problems or signs of danger",
"source": "MW"
},
"vigilant:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the body that you see with",
"source": "MW"
},
"vigilant": {
"def": "(adjective) carefully noticing problems or signs of danger",
"source": "MW"
},
"alert:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to think clearly and to notice things —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"alert:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a warning that there is great danger —usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"alert:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give (someone) important information about a possible problem, danger, etc. : to warn (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"alert": {
"def": "(adjective) able to think clearly and to notice things —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"cautious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) careful about avoiding danger or risk",
"source": "MW"
},
"cautious": {
"def": "(adjective) careful about avoiding danger or risk",
"source": "MW"
},
"defiant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) refusing to obey something or someone : full of defiance",
"source": "MW"
},
"defiant": {
"def": "(adjective) refusing to obey something or someone : full of defiance",
"source": "MW"
},
"resolute:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very determined : having or showing a lot of determination",
"source": "MW"
},
"resolute": {
"def": "(adjective) very determined : having or showing a lot of determination",
"source": "MW"
},
"steadfast:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very devoted or loyal to a person, belief, or cause : not changing",
"source": "MW"
},
"steadfast": {
"def": "(adjective) very devoted or loyal to a person, belief, or cause : not changing",
"source": "MW"
},
"unwavering:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) continuing in a strong and steady way : not changing or wavering",
"source": "MW"
},
"unwavering": {
"def": "(adjective) continuing in a strong and steady way : not changing or wavering",
"source": "MW"
},
"gaunt:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very thin usually because of illness or suffering",
"source": "MW"
},
"gaunt": {
"def": "(adjective) very thin usually because of illness or suffering",
"source": "MW"
},
"haggard:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) looking very thin and tired especially from great hunger, worry, or pain",
"source": "MW"
},
"haggard": {
"def": "(adjective) looking very thin and tired especially from great hunger, worry, or pain",
"source": "MW"
},
"pallid:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very pale in a way that suggests poor health",
"source": "MW"
},
"pallid": {
"def": "(adjective) very pale in a way that suggests poor health",
"source": "MW"
},
"ashen:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a pale light gray color because of sickness, fear, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"ashen": {
"def": "(adjective) having a pale light gray color because of sickness, fear, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"jagged:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a sharp, uneven edge or surface",
"source": "MW"
},
"jagged": {
"def": "(adjective) having a sharp, uneven edge or surface",
"source": "MW"
},
"gnarled:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having many twists and hard bumps or knots",
"source": "MW"
},
"gnarled": {
"def": "(adjective) having many twists and hard bumps or knots",
"source": "MW"
},
"twisted:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) strange and unpleasant : not normal",
"source": "MW"
},
"twisted:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to bend or turn (something) in order to change its shape",
"source": "MW"
},
"twisted": {
"def": "(adjective) strange and unpleasant : not normal",
"source": "MW"
},
"warped:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to twist or bend (something) into a different shape",
"source": "MW"
},
"warped:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling, state, or place in which time seems to stop, go backward, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"warped": {
"def": "(verb) to twist or bend (something) into a different shape",
"source": "MW"
},
"mangled:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to injure or damage (something or someone) severely by cutting, tearing, or crushing",
"source": "MW"
},
"mangled": {
"def": "(verb) to injure or damage (something or someone) severely by cutting, tearing, or crushing",
"source": "MW"
},
"scarcely:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at any time",
"source": "MW"
},
"scarcely:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to introduce the second or last of two or more things or people that are being compared—used with the comparative form of an adjective or adverb",
"source": "MW"
},
"scarcely": {
"def": "(adverb) almost not at all : hardly",
"source": "MW"
},
"briskly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) moving or speaking quickly : quick and efficient",
"source": "MW"
},
"briskly": {
"def": "(adjective) moving or speaking quickly : quick and efficient",
"source": "MW"
},
"nimbly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to move quickly, easily, and lightly",
"source": "MW"
},
"nimbly": {
"def": "(adjective) able to move quickly, easily, and lightly",
"source": "MW"
},
"boldly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not afraid of danger or difficult situations",
"source": "MW"
},
"boldly": {
"def": "(adjective) not afraid of danger or difficult situations",
"source": "MW"
},
"fiercely:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very violent",
"source": "MW"
},
"fiercely": {
"def": "(adjective) very violent",
"source": "MW"
},
"dimly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not bright or clear : not seen clearly",
"source": "MW"
},
"dimly": {
"def": "(adjective) not bright or clear : not seen clearly",
"source": "MW"
},
"faintly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not clearly seen, heard, tasted, felt, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"faintly": {
"def": "(adjective) not clearly seen, heard, tasted, felt, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"vaguely:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) somewhat or slightly",
"source": "MW"
},
"vaguely:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not clear in meaning : stated in a way that is general and not specific",
"source": "MW"
},
"vaguely": {
"def": "(adverb) somewhat or slightly",
"source": "MW"
},
"vividly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very bright in color",
"source": "MW"
},
"vividly": {
"def": "(adjective) very bright in color",
"source": "MW"
},
"chamber:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a room in which prisoners are killed by poisonous gas",
"source": "MW"
},
"chamber": {
"def": "(noun) a small space inside something (such as a machine or your body)",
"source": "MW"
},
"tunnel:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the form of energy that makes it possible to see things : the brightness produced by the sun, by fire, by a lamp, etc. —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"tunnel:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a tunnel",
"source": "MW"
},
"tunnel": {
"def": "(noun) a passage that goes under the ground, through a hill, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"corridor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long, narrow passage inside a building or train with doors that lead to rooms on each side",
"source": "MW"
},
"corridor": {
"def": "(noun) a long, narrow passage inside a building or train with doors that lead to rooms on each side",
"source": "MW"
},
"vault:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a jump that is made over something especially by using your hands or a pole to push yourself upward",
"source": "MW"
},
"vault:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to jump over (something); especially : to jump over (something) by using your hands or a pole to push yourself upward —often + over",
"source": "MW"
},
"vault": {
"def": "(noun) an arched structure that forms a ceiling or roof —sometimes used figuratively to refer to the sky",
"source": "MW"
},
"ward:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a section in a hospital for patients needing a particular kind of care",
"source": "MW"
},
"ward:adjective suffix": {
"def": "(adjective suffix) in or toward a (specified) direction",
"source": "MW"
},
"ward": {
"def": "(noun) a section in a hospital for patients needing a particular kind of care",
"source": "MW"
},
"district:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the activity of making, buying, or selling goods or providing services in exchange for money —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"district": {
"def": "(noun) an area or section of a country, city, or town: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"region:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a part of a country, of the world, etc., that is different or separate from other parts in some way —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"region": {
"def": "(noun) a part of a country, of the world, etc., that is different or separate from other parts in some way —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"province:noun": {
"def": "(noun) any one of the large parts that some countries are divided into",
"source": "MW"
},
"province": {
"def": "(noun) any one of the large parts that some countries are divided into",
"source": "MW"
},
"quarter:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of four matches, games, or contests to decide the four people or teams that will continue playing in a competition (such as a tennis tournament) —often plural —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"quarter:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to divide or separate (something) into four parts",
"source": "MW"
},
"quarter:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) three-quarters of the full amount, length, size, etc., of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"quarter": {
"def": "(noun) one of four equal parts of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"settlement:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place or organization that provides various community services to people in a crowded part of a city",
"source": "MW"
},
"settlement": {
"def": "(noun) a formal agreement or decision that ends an argument or dispute; also : an amount of money that someone receives as part of such an agreement",
"source": "MW"
},
"outpost:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large military camp that is in another country or that is far from a country's center of activity",
"source": "MW"
},
"outpost": {
"def": "(noun) a large military camp that is in another country or that is far from a country's center of activity",
"source": "MW"
},
"fortress:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place that is protected against attack : a fortified place",
"source": "MW"
},
"fortress": {
"def": "(noun) a place that is protected against attack : a fortified place",
"source": "MW"
},
"citadel:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a castle or fort that in past times was used to protect the people of a city if the city was attacked —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"citadel": {
"def": "(noun) a castle or fort that in past times was used to protect the people of a city if the city was attacked —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"approach:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or become near or nearer to something or someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"approach:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a way of dealing with something : a way of doing or thinking about something —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"approach": {
"def": "(verb) to move or become near or nearer to something or someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"advance:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move forward",
"source": "MW"
},
"advance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of giving money for something : the act of paying",
"source": "MW"
},
"advance:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made, sent, or provided at an early time",
"source": "MW"
},
"advance": {
"def": "(verb) to move forward",
"source": "MW"
},
"retreat:noun": {
"def": "(noun) movement by soldiers away from an enemy because the enemy is winning or has won a battle",
"source": "MW"
},
"retreat:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit (something) repeatedly",
"source": "MW"
},
"retreat": {
"def": "(noun) movement by soldiers away from an enemy because the enemy is winning or has won a battle",
"source": "MW"
},
"withdraw:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to remove (money) from a bank account",
"source": "MW"
},
"withdraw": {
"def": "(verb) to remove (money) from a bank account",
"source": "MW"
},
"assault:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a series of objects that people or animals in a race have to jump or climb over, go around, go under, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"assault:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to violently attack (someone or something) —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"assault": {
"def": "(noun) the crime of trying or threatening to hurt someone physically",
"source": "MW"
},
"siege:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a strong feeling that you are in constant danger or are surrounded by enemies",
"source": "MW"
},
"siege:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to place (someone or something) down gently in a flat position —often + down",
"source": "MW"
},
"siege": {
"def": "(noun) a situation in which soldiers or police officers surround a city, building, etc., in order to try to take control of it",
"source": "MW"
},
"ambush:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act of hiding, waiting for others to appear, and then suddenly attacking them : a surprise attack",
"source": "MW"
},
"ambush:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to attack (someone or something) by surprise from a hidden place —often used as (be) ambushed —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"ambush": {
"def": "(noun) an act of hiding, waiting for others to appear, and then suddenly attacking them : a surprise attack",
"source": "MW"
},
"raid:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an attack in which a place is bombed by military airplanes",
"source": "MW"
},
"raid:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to attack (a place or group) in a sudden and unexpected way",
"source": "MW"
},
"raid": {
"def": "(noun) a surprise attack on an enemy by soldiers or other military forces",
"source": "MW"
},
"skirmish:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a brief and usually unplanned fight during a war",
"source": "MW"
},
"skirmish:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be involved in a skirmish",
"source": "MW"
},
"skirmish": {
"def": "(noun) a brief and usually unplanned fight during a war",
"source": "MW"
},
"recruit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to find suitable people and get them to join a company, an organization, the armed forces, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"recruit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who has recently joined the armed forces",
"source": "MW"
},
"recruit": {
"def": "(verb) to find suitable people and get them to join a company, an organization, the armed forces, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"train:noun": {
"def": "(noun) toilet training",
"source": "MW"
},
"train:verb": {
"def": "(verb) housebreak",
"source": "MW"
},
"train": {
"def": "(noun) a group of vehicles that travel on a track and are connected to each other and usually to an engine : a connected group of railroad cars —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"drill:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a heavy tool used to break hard substances (such as concrete) into pieces by a repeated pounding action —called also pneumatic drill",
"source": "MW"
},
"drill:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have (information of some kind) in your mind —often + how, why, where, etc. —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"drill": {
"def": "(noun) a tool used for making holes in hard substances",
"source": "MW"
},
"discipline:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to make yourself do things that should be done",
"source": "MW"
},
"discipline:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to punish (someone) as a way of making sure that rules or orders are obeyed",
"source": "MW"
},
"discipline": {
"def": "(noun) control that is gained by requiring that rules or orders be obeyed and punishing bad behavior",
"source": "MW"
},
"strategy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a door) that is used as a way to go out of a place —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"strategy": {
"def": "(noun) a careful plan or method for achieving a particular goal usually over a long period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"tactic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is done in order to delay a decision, an occurrence, etc. —called also (chiefly US) delay tactic",
"source": "MW"
},
"tactic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) tending or intended to take attention away from someone or something important",
"source": "MW"
},
"tactic": {
"def": "(noun) an action or method that is planned and used to achieve a particular goal",
"source": "MW"
},
"formation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of forming or creating something",
"source": "MW"
},
"formation:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to form (something) again",
"source": "MW"
},
"formation": {
"def": "(noun) the act of forming or creating something",
"source": "MW"
},
"injure:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to harm or damage (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"injure": {
"def": "(verb) to harm or damage (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"recover:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cover (something) again : to put a new cover on (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"recover": {
"def": "(verb) to become healthy after an illness or injury : to return to normal health —often + from",
"source": "MW"
},
"tend:verb": {
"def": "(verb) —used to describe what often happens or what someone often does or is likely to do—followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"tend:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a building or room where alcoholic drinks and sometimes food are served",
"source": "MW"
},
"tend": {
"def": "(verb) —used to describe what often happens or what someone often does or is likely to do—followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"cure:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or practice of stopping something bad from happening : the act of preventing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"cure:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) healthy again after an illness —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"cure": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a drug or medical treatment) that stops a disease and makes someone healthy again —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"treat:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be in an upright position with all of your weight on your feet",
"source": "MW"
},
"treat:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a custom on Halloween in which children knock on people's doors and say \"trick or treat\" when the doors are opened to ask for candy",
"source": "MW"
},
"treat": {
"def": "(verb) to deal with or think about (something) especially in a particular way",
"source": "MW"
},
"bind:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to tie or wrap (something) with rope, string, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"bind:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very difficult situation that has no good solution—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"bind": {
"def": "(verb) to tie or wrap (something) with rope, string, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"bandage:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a covering (such as a strip of cloth) that protects or supports part of the body that has been hurt",
"source": "MW"
},
"bandage:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cover or wrap (something) with a bandage",
"source": "MW"
},
"bandage": {
"def": "(noun) a covering (such as a strip of cloth) that protects or supports part of the body that has been hurt",
"source": "MW"
},
"nurse:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a nurse who is on the staff of a hospital",
"source": "MW"
},
"nurse:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take care of or help (someone who is sick or injured)",
"source": "MW"
},
"nurse": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is trained to care for sick or injured people and who usually works in a hospital or doctor's office",
"source": "MW"
},
"reveal:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) known",
"source": "MW"
},
"reveal": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) known",
"source": "MW"
},
"conceal:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hide (something or someone) from sight",
"source": "MW"
},
"conceal": {
"def": "(verb) to hide (something or someone) from sight",
"source": "MW"
},
"expose:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to leave (something) without covering or protection —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"expose:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a news report or broadcast that reveals something illegal or dishonest to the public",
"source": "MW"
},
"expose": {
"def": "(verb) to leave (something) without covering or protection —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"discover:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to see, find, or become aware of (something) for the first time",
"source": "MW"
},
"discover": {
"def": "(verb) to see, find, or become aware of (something) for the first time",
"source": "MW"
},
"uncover:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to remove a cover from (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"uncover": {
"def": "(verb) to remove a cover from (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"detect:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to discover or notice the presence of (something that is hidden or hard to see, hear, taste, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"detect": {
"def": "(verb) to discover or notice the presence of (something that is hidden or hard to see, hear, taste, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"trace:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the study of past events",
"source": "MW"
},
"trace:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go down below the surface of water, mud, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"trace": {
"def": "(noun) a very small amount of something —sometimes used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"locate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to find the place or position of (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"locate": {
"def": "(verb) to find the place or position of (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"identify:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to know and say who someone is or what something is",
"source": "MW"
},
"identify": {
"def": "(verb) to know and say who someone is or what something is",
"source": "MW"
},
"examine:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to ask more questions of (a witness who has been questioned by another lawyer)",
"source": "MW"
},
"examine": {
"def": "(verb) to look at (something) closely and carefully in order to learn more about it, to find problems, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"inspect:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to look at (something) carefully in order to learn more about it, to find problems, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"inspect": {
"def": "(verb) to look at (something) carefully in order to learn more about it, to find problems, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"analyze:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to study (something) closely and carefully : to learn the nature and relationship of the parts of (something) by a close and careful examination",
"source": "MW"
},
"analyze": {
"def": "(verb) to study (something) closely and carefully : to learn the nature and relationship of the parts of (something) by a close and careful examination",
"source": "MW"
},
"assess:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a judgment about (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"assess": {
"def": "(verb) to make a judgment about (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"judge:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to form an opinion about (something or someone) after careful thought",
"source": "MW"
},
"judge:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a judge who hears and tries cases in a circuit court",
"source": "MW"
},
"judge:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at or to a great distance in space or time",
"source": "MW"
},
"judge:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing a very serious attitude or quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"judge": {
"def": "(verb) to form an opinion about (something or someone) after careful thought",
"source": "MW"
},
"estimate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a guess that you make based on the information you have about the size, amount, etc., of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"estimate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give or form a general idea about the value, size, or cost of (something) : to make an estimate of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"estimate": {
"def": "(noun) a guess that you make based on the information you have about the size, amount, etc., of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"measure:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long, thin piece of plastic, cloth, or metal that is marked with units of length (such as inches or centimeters) and that is used for measuring things —called also measuring tape",
"source": "MW"
},
"measure:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to find out the size, length, or amount of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"measure:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) little in size",
"source": "MW"
},
"measure": {
"def": "(noun) an amount or degree of something —usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"observe:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to watch and sometimes also listen to (someone or something) carefully",
"source": "MW"
},
"observe:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that makes life easier or more pleasant —usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"observe": {
"def": "(verb) to watch and sometimes also listen to (someone or something) carefully",
"source": "MW"
},
"monitor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a device that is used for showing, watching, or listening to something: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"monitor:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to watch, observe, listen to, or check (something) for a special purpose over a period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"monitor": {
"def": "(noun) a device that is used for showing, watching, or listening to something: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"witness:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a member of a religious group that believes that the world will end soon and that tries to get people to become members so they will be saved",
"source": "MW"
},
"witness:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to accept or endure (something) —usually used in questions and negative statements with can, can't, could, and couldn't (US)—+ for",
"source": "MW"
},
"witness:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to an enemy",
"source": "MW"
},
"witness": {
"def": "(noun) a person who sees something (such as a crime) happen —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"assemble:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to collect (things) or gather (people) into one place or group",
"source": "MW"
},
"assemble": {
"def": "(verb) to collect (things) or gather (people) into one place or group",
"source": "MW"
},
"accumulate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to gather or acquire (something) gradually as time passes",
"source": "MW"
},
"accumulate": {
"def": "(verb) to gather or acquire (something) gradually as time passes",
"source": "MW"
},
"store:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something that is not being used) in a place where it is available, where it can be kept safely, etc. —often + away",
"source": "MW"
},
"store:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a store that sells inexpensive goods : five-and-dime",
"source": "MW"
},
"store:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) bought at a store or shop and not made at home",
"source": "MW"
},
"store": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something that is not being used) in a place where it is available, where it can be kept safely, etc. —often + away",
"source": "MW"
},
"distribute:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give or deliver (something) to people —usually + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"distribute": {
"def": "(verb) to give or deliver (something) to people —usually + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"arrange:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move and organize (things) into a particular order or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"arrange": {
"def": "(verb) to move and organize (things) into a particular order or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"organize:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to arrange and plan (an event or activity)",
"source": "MW"
},
"organize": {
"def": "(verb) to arrange and plan (an event or activity)",
"source": "MW"
},
"equip:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to provide (someone) with necessary materials or supplies",
"source": "MW"
},
"equip": {
"def": "(verb) to provide (someone) with necessary materials or supplies",
"source": "MW"
},
"supply:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long narrow mark on a surface",
"source": "MW"
},
"supply:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) available to be used : to provide someone or something with (something that is needed or wanted) —often + to —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"supply:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) extending a small distance from one end to the other end : having little length : not long",
"source": "MW"
},
"supply": {
"def": "(noun) the amount of something that is available to be used",
"source": "MW"
},
"provide:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) available : to supply (something that is wanted or needed)",
"source": "MW"
},
"provide": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) available : to supply (something that is wanted or needed)",
"source": "MW"
},
"deliver:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take (something) to a person or place",
"source": "MW"
},
"deliver:noun": {
"def": "(noun) morally good forces or influences",
"source": "MW"
},
"deliver": {
"def": "(verb) to take (something) to a person or place",
"source": "MW"
},
"bond:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sound or combination of sounds that has a meaning and is spoken or written",
"source": "MW"
},
"bond:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to join (things) together",
"source": "MW"
},
"bond": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as an idea, interest, experience, or feeling) that is shared between people or groups and forms a connection between them",
"source": "MW"
},
"link:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to join or connect (two or more things, places, etc.) together",
"source": "MW"
},
"link:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a verb (such as appear, be, become, feel, grow, or seem) that connects a subject with an adjective or noun that describes or identifies the subject",
"source": "MW"
},
"link": {
"def": "(verb) to join or connect (two or more things, places, etc.) together",
"source": "MW"
},
"connect:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to join (two or more things) together —often used as (be) connected",
"source": "MW"
},
"connect:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small round mark",
"source": "MW"
},
"connect": {
"def": "(verb) to join (two or more things) together —often used as (be) connected",
"source": "MW"
},
"chain:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a tool that cuts wood with a circular chain that is driven by a motor and made up of many connected sharp metal teeth",
"source": "MW"
},
"chain:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to smoke cigarettes continuously one after another",
"source": "MW"
},
"chain": {
"def": "(noun) a series of usually metal links or rings that are connected to each other in a line and used for supporting heavy things, for holding things together, for decoration, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"unite:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to join together to do or achieve something —often used as (be) united",
"source": "MW"
},
"unite": {
"def": "(verb) to join together to do or achieve something —often used as (be) united",
"source": "MW"
},
"divide:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have control and power over a country, area, group, etc. —sometimes used figuratively —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"divide:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a line of hills or mountains from which rivers drain : a ridge between two rivers : watershed",
"source": "MW"
},
"divide": {
"def": "(verb) to separate (something) into two or more parts or pieces —often used as (be) divided",
"source": "MW"
},
"separate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not joined, connected, or combined : placed or kept apart",
"source": "MW"
},
"separate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (two or more people or things) to stop being together, joined, or connected : to make (people or things) separate",
"source": "MW"
},
"separate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a kind of grain that is used to make flour for breads, cookies, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"separate": {
"def": "(adjective) not joined, connected, or combined : placed or kept apart",
"source": "MW"
},
"isolate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put or keep (someone or something) in a place or situation that is separate from others —often + from",
"source": "MW"
},
"isolate": {
"def": "(verb) to put or keep (someone or something) in a place or situation that is separate from others —often + from",
"source": "MW"
},
"confine:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to keep (someone or something) within limits : to prevent (someone or something) from going beyond a particular limit, area, etc.—usually + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"confine": {
"def": "(verb) to keep (someone or something) within limits : to prevent (someone or something) from going beyond a particular limit, area, etc.—usually + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"murmur:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a low sound made when many people are speaking",
"source": "MW"
},
"murmur:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say (something) in a quiet and soft voice",
"source": "MW"
},
"murmur": {
"def": "(noun) a low sound made when many people are speaking",
"source": "MW"
},
"announce:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) known in a public or formal way : to officially tell people about (something) —often + that —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"announce": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) known in a public or formal way : to officially tell people about (something) —often + that —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"declare:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say or state (something) in an official or public way",
"source": "MW"
},
"declare:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a state or period of fighting between countries or groups —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"declare": {
"def": "(verb) to say or state (something) in an official or public way",
"source": "MW"
},
"proclaim:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say or state (something) in a public, official, or definite way : to declare or announce (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"proclaim": {
"def": "(verb) to say or state (something) in a public, official, or definite way : to declare or announce (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"warn:verb": {
"def": "(verb) —used to say that something is required or necessary",
"source": "MW"
},
"warn": {
"def": "(verb) to tell (someone) about possible danger or trouble —usually + about or of",
"source": "MW"
},
"threaten:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say that you will harm someone or do something unpleasant or unwanted especially in order to make someone do what you want",
"source": "MW"
},
"threaten": {
"def": "(verb) to say that you will harm someone or do something unpleasant or unwanted especially in order to make someone do what you want",
"source": "MW"
},
"beg:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take (something that does not belong to you) in a way that is wrong or illegal",
"source": "MW"
},
"beg:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sentence, phrase, or word that asks for information or is used to test someone's knowledge",
"source": "MW"
},
"beg": {
"def": "(verb) to ask people for money or food",
"source": "MW"
},
"plead:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to ask for something in a serious and emotional way —often + for —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"plead:noun": {
"def": "(noun) number five in a series",
"source": "MW"
},
"plead": {
"def": "(verb) to ask for something in a serious and emotional way —often + for —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"swear:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to state (something) very strongly and sincerely",
"source": "MW"
},
"swear:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the quality or state of being good: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"swear": {
"def": "(verb) to state (something) very strongly and sincerely",
"source": "MW"
},
"vow:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state of not having sex with anyone : the quality or state of being chaste",
"source": "MW"
},
"vow:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a serious promise to do something or to behave in a certain way—often followed by to + verb —often + that",
"source": "MW"
},
"vow": {
"def": "(noun) a serious promise to do something or to behave in a certain way",
"source": "MW"
},
"pledge:noun": {
"def": "(noun) loyalty to a person, country, group, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"pledge:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to formally promise to give or do (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"pledge": {
"def": "(noun) a serious promise or agreement",
"source": "MW"
},
"bargain:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place, space, or direction that is away from or beyond the center of something —often used with on or to",
"source": "MW"
},
"bargain:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit (someone or something) in a forceful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"bargain:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very firm or solid : not easy to bend, cut, etc. : not soft",
"source": "MW"
},
"bargain": {
"def": "(noun) an agreement in which people or groups say they will do or give something in exchange for something else",
"source": "MW"
},
"mercy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a task or job that someone is given to do",
"source": "MW"
},
"mercy:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to own, use, or hold (something) —also used for things that cannot be seen or touched —also have got",
"source": "MW"
},
"mercy": {
"def": "(noun) kind or forgiving treatment of someone who could be treated harshly",
"source": "MW"
},
"justice:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a condition in which a pregnancy ends too early and does not result in the birth of a live baby",
"source": "MW"
},
"justice:verb": {
"def": "(verb) —used before the subject in a question",
"source": "MW"
},
"justice:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) existing in nature and not made or caused by people : coming from nature",
"source": "MW"
},
"justice": {
"def": "(noun) the process or result of using laws to fairly judge and punish crimes and criminals",
"source": "MW"
},
"wisdom:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an ability to say or write things that are clever and usually funny",
"source": "MW"
},
"wisdom:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) widely accepted",
"source": "MW"
},
"wisdom": {
"def": "(noun) knowledge that is gained by having many experiences in life",
"source": "MW"
},
"loyalty:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a category of products that are all made by a particular company and all have a particular name —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"loyalty": {
"def": "(noun) the quality or state of being loyal —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"betrayal:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give information about (a person, group, country, etc.) to an enemy",
"source": "MW"
},
"betrayal": {
"def": "(verb) to give information about (a person, group, country, etc.) to an enemy",
"source": "MW"
},
"alliance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a union between people, groups, countries, etc. : a relationship in which people agree to work together",
"source": "MW"
},
"alliance:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not showing respect for a god or a religion : not holy",
"source": "MW"
},
"alliance": {
"def": "(noun) a union between people, groups, countries, etc. : a relationship in which people agree to work together",
"source": "MW"
},
"council:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of students who are elected to help plan and organize activities and events at school for other students",
"source": "MW"
},
"council:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a council",
"source": "MW"
},
"council": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people who are chosen to make rules, laws, or decisions about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"kingdom:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a country whose ruler is a king or queen —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"kingdom:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to animals",
"source": "MW"
},
"kingdom": {
"def": "(noun) a country whose ruler is a king or queen —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"empire:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of countries or regions that are controlled by one ruler or one government; especially : a group of countries ruled by an emperor or empress",
"source": "MW"
},
"empire": {
"def": "(noun) a group of countries or regions that are controlled by one ruler or one government; especially : a group of countries ruled by an emperor or empress",
"source": "MW"
},
"realm:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a chance that something might exist, happen, or be true : the state or fact of being possible —usually + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"realm": {
"def": "(noun) an area of activity, interest, or knowledge",
"source": "MW"
},
"territory:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an area of land that belongs to or is controlled by a government",
"source": "MW"
},
"territory:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) never having had sexual intercourse",
"source": "MW"
},
"territory:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hunt or fish illegally : to catch or kill an animal illegally",
"source": "MW"
},
"territory": {
"def": "(noun) an area of land that belongs to or is controlled by a government",
"source": "MW"
},
"border:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a line separating one country or state from another —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"border:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be next to (a country, state, or area) : to share a border with (a country, state, or area)",
"source": "MW"
},
"border:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to herbs",
"source": "MW"
},
"border": {
"def": "(noun) a line separating one country or state from another —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"frontier:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a border between two countries",
"source": "MW"
},
"frontier": {
"def": "(noun) a border between two countries",
"source": "MW"
},
"prophecy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a statement that something will happen in the future : prediction",
"source": "MW"
},
"prophecy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) becoming real or true because it was predicted or expected",
"source": "MW"
},
"prophecy": {
"def": "(noun) a statement that something will happen in the future : prediction",
"source": "MW"
},
"omen:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is believed to be a sign or warning of something that will happen in the future",
"source": "MW"
},
"omen": {
"def": "(noun) something that is believed to be a sign or warning of something that will happen in the future",
"source": "MW"
},
"curse:noun": {
"def": "(noun) approval that allows or helps you to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"curse:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use offensive words when you speak",
"source": "MW"
},
"curse": {
"def": "(noun) an offensive word that people say when they are angry : swearword",
"source": "MW"
},
"blessing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) clothes or other things that you wear so that people will not recognize you",
"source": "MW"
},
"blessing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something or someone) holy by saying a special prayer",
"source": "MW"
},
"blessing": {
"def": "(noun) approval that allows or helps you to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"ritual:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a formal ceremony or series of acts that is always performed in the same way",
"source": "MW"
},
"ritual:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done as part of a ceremony or ritual",
"source": "MW"
},
"ritual": {
"def": "(noun) a formal ceremony or series of acts that is always performed in the same way",
"source": "MW"
},
"ceremony:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a formal act or event that is a part of a social or religious occasion",
"source": "MW"
},
"ceremony:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be in an upright position with all of your weight on your feet",
"source": "MW"
},
"ceremony": {
"def": "(noun) a formal act or event that is a part of a social or religious occasion",
"source": "MW"
},
"tradition:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a way of thinking, behaving, or doing something that has been used by the people in a particular group, family, society, etc., for a long time",
"source": "MW"
},
"tradition": {
"def": "(noun) a way of thinking, behaving, or doing something that has been used by the people in a particular group, family, society, etc., for a long time",
"source": "MW"
},
"custom:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an action or way of behaving that is usual and traditional among the people in a particular group or place",
"source": "MW"
},
"custom:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made to fit the needs or requirements of a particular person",
"source": "MW"
},
"custom": {
"def": "(noun) an action or way of behaving that is usual and traditional among the people in a particular group or place",
"source": "MW"
},
"clan:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large group of people who are related",
"source": "MW"
},
"clan": {
"def": "(noun) a large group of people who are related",
"source": "MW"
},
"race:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an event in which horses race and people bet on which horse will win",
"source": "MW"
},
"race:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to compete in a race",
"source": "MW"
},
"race": {
"def": "(noun) a competition between people, animals, vehicles, etc., to see which one is fastest",
"source": "MW"
},
"lineage:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the people who were in someone's family in past times",
"source": "MW"
},
"lineage": {
"def": "(noun) the people who were in someone's family in past times",
"source": "MW"
},
"heir:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an heir whose right to receive money, property, or a title cannot be taken away",
"source": "MW"
},
"heir": {
"def": "(noun) a person who has the legal right to receive the property of someone who dies —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"atmosphere:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the whole mass of air that surrounds the Earth",
"source": "MW"
},
"atmosphere:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become clear: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"atmosphere": {
"def": "(noun) the whole mass of air that surrounds the Earth",
"source": "MW"
},
"crisis:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a time in middle age when a person feels a strong desire for change",
"source": "MW"
},
"crisis": {
"def": "(noun) a difficult or dangerous situation that needs serious attention",
"source": "MW"
},
"incident:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an unexpected and usually unpleasant thing that happens",
"source": "MW"
},
"incident": {
"def": "(noun) an unexpected and usually unpleasant thing that happens",
"source": "MW"
},
"issue:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an issue about which a politician's supporters or the members of a political party disagree",
"source": "MW"
},
"issue:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to carry or move (something) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"issue:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of the common or usual type",
"source": "MW"
},
"issue": {
"def": "(noun) something that people are talking about, thinking about, etc. : an important subject or topic",
"source": "MW"
},
"factor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that increases risk; especially : something that makes a person more likely to get a particular disease or condition",
"source": "MW"
},
"factor:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to officially decide (something) especially because of evidence or facts : to establish (something) exactly or with authority",
"source": "MW"
},
"factor:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to make choices quickly and confidently",
"source": "MW"
},
"factor": {
"def": "(noun) something that helps produce or influence a result : one of the things that cause something to happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"feature:noun": {
"def": "(noun) two movies that are shown one after the other",
"source": "MW"
},
"feature:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to know and say who someone is or what something is",
"source": "MW"
},
"feature": {
"def": "(noun) an interesting or important part, quality, ability, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"function:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is made up of different parts",
"source": "MW"
},
"function:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to work or operate",
"source": "MW"
},
"function": {
"def": "(noun) the special purpose or activity for which a thing exists or is used",
"source": "MW"
},
"impact:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or force of one thing hitting another",
"source": "MW"
},
"impact:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something, such as a fall or collision) less severe or painful : to soften or reduce the bad effect of (something) —often + against or from",
"source": "MW"
},
"impact": {
"def": "(noun) the act or force of one thing hitting another",
"source": "MW"
},
"influence:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a round object : globe",
"source": "MW"
},
"influence:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something) to move out of your hand and through the air by quickly moving your arm forward",
"source": "MW"
},
"influence": {
"def": "(noun) the power to change or affect someone or something : the power to cause changes without directly forcing them to happen —often + on, upon, or over",
"source": "MW"
},
"method:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a method of birth control in which a couple does not have sexual intercourse during the time when pregnancy is most likely to happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"method:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the ancient Greek philosopher Socrates, his followers, or his method of asking questions to discover the truth",
"source": "MW"
},
"method": {
"def": "(noun) a way of doing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"process:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the production of printed pages of writing (such as business letters) that can be stored and printed by using computer equipment",
"source": "MW"
},
"process:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to change (something) from one form into another by preparing, handling, or treating it in a special way",
"source": "MW"
},
"process": {
"def": "(noun) a series of actions that produce something or that lead to a particular result",
"source": "MW"
},
"result:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is caused by something else that happened or was done before",
"source": "MW"
},
"result:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to happen because of something else that happened or was done before : to be caused by something else —usually + from",
"source": "MW"
},
"result:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe the amount or value of something after all costs and expenses have been taken away",
"source": "MW"
},
"result": {
"def": "(noun) something that is caused by something else that happened or was done before",
"source": "MW"
},
"role:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a change to an opposite state, condition, decision, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"role:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to play the most important role in a movie, play, etc.—usually + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"role": {
"def": "(noun) the character played by an actor",
"source": "MW"
},
"source:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone or something that provides what is wanted or needed",
"source": "MW"
},
"source": {
"def": "(noun) someone or something that provides what is wanted or needed",
"source": "MW"
},
"structure:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people who have control of a government, organization, etc., or the way in which those people are organized",
"source": "MW"
},
"structure:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to arrange or organize (something) in a particular way",
"source": "MW"
},
"structure": {
"def": "(noun) the way that something is built, arranged, or organized",
"source": "MW"
},
"symbol:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as an expensive car) that you own and that shows that you are wealthy or have a high social status",
"source": "MW"
},
"symbol:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or resembling a penis",
"source": "MW"
},
"symbol": {
"def": "(noun) an action, object, event, etc., that expresses or represents a particular idea or quality—often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"theme:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a natural movement of air outside",
"source": "MW"
},
"theme": {
"def": "(noun) the main subject that is being discussed or described in a piece of writing, a movie, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"context:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the words that are used with a certain word or phrase and that help to explain its meaning",
"source": "MW"
},
"context": {
"def": "(noun) the words that are used with a certain word or phrase and that help to explain its meaning",
"source": "MW"
},
"contrast:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say that (something) is similar to something else",
"source": "MW"
},
"contrast:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is different from another thing—+ to",
"source": "MW"
},
"contrast:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) unusual or extreme in a way that attracts attention",
"source": "MW"
},
"contrast": {
"def": "(verb) to be different especially in a way that is very obvious —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"consequence:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that happens as a result of a particular action or set of conditions",
"source": "MW"
},
"consequence:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) so important that you must do it or have it : absolutely needed",
"source": "MW"
},
"consequence": {
"def": "(noun) something that happens as a result of a particular action or set of conditions",
"source": "MW"
},
"patience:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is officially recognized by the Christian church as being very holy because of the way he or she lived —used as a title before a saint's name —abbr. St.",
"source": "MW"
},
"patience:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make an effort to do something : to attempt to accomplish or complete something —often followed by to + verb —often followed by and + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"patience": {
"def": "(noun) the quality of being patient: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"endurance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to do something difficult for a long time",
"source": "MW"
},
"endurance": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to do something difficult for a long time",
"source": "MW"
},
"sacrifice:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of giving up something that you want to have or keep in order to help someone else",
"source": "MW"
},
"sacrifice:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give up (something that you want to keep) especially in order to get or do something else or to help someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"sacrifice:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) highest in rank or authority",
"source": "MW"
},
"sacrifice": {
"def": "(noun) the act of giving up something that you want to keep especially in order to get or do something else or to help someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"responsibility:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being the person who caused something to happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"responsibility:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to place (someone or something) down gently in a flat position —often + down",
"source": "MW"
},
"responsibility": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being the person who caused something to happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"burden:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something which shows that something else is true or correct —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"burden:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move (something or someone) to a higher position : raise",
"source": "MW"
},
"burden": {
"def": "(noun) something heavy that is carried : load",
"source": "MW"
},
"regret:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to feel sad or sorry about (something that you did or did not do) : to have regrets about (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"regret:noun": {
"def": "(noun) extreme mental or physical pain",
"source": "MW"
},
"regret": {
"def": "(verb) to feel sad or sorry about (something that you did or did not do) : to have regrets about (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"relief:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the physical feeling caused by disease, injury, or something that hurts the body",
"source": "MW"
},
"relief:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take in and let out a long, loud breath in a way that shows you are bored, disappointed, relieved, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"relief": {
"def": "(noun) a pleasant and relaxed feeling that someone has when something unpleasant stops or does not happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"frustration:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of anger or annoyance caused by being unable to do something : the state of being frustrated",
"source": "MW"
},
"frustration:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to carry or move (something) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"frustration": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of anger or annoyance caused by being unable to do something : the state of being frustrated",
"source": "MW"
},
"temptation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a strong urge or desire to have or do something —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"temptation": {
"def": "(noun) a strong urge or desire to have or do something —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"obsession:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a state in which someone thinks about someone or something constantly or frequently especially in a way that is not normal",
"source": "MW"
},
"obsession": {
"def": "(noun) a state in which someone thinks about someone or something constantly or frequently especially in a way that is not normal",
"source": "MW"
},
"despair:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the feeling of no longer having any hope",
"source": "MW"
},
"despair:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to no longer have any hope or belief that a situation will improve or change —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"despair": {
"def": "(noun) the feeling of no longer having any hope",
"source": "MW"
},
"compassion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of wanting to help someone who is sick, hungry, in trouble, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"compassion": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of wanting to help someone who is sick, hungry, in trouble, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"sympathy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) kind treatment and care that is given to someone who is upset",
"source": "MW"
},
"sympathy": {
"def": "(noun) the feeling that you care about and are sorry about someone else's trouble, grief, misfortune, etc. : a sympathetic feeling —often + for —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"empathy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the feeling that you understand and share another person's experiences and emotions : the ability to share someone else's feelings",
"source": "MW"
},
"empathy": {
"def": "(noun) the feeling that you understand and share another person's experiences and emotions : the ability to share someone else's feelings",
"source": "MW"
},
"contempt:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a symbol that represents a number : digit",
"source": "MW"
},
"contempt:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"contempt": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling that someone or something is not worthy of any respect or approval",
"source": "MW"
},
"instinct:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state or fact of continuing to live or exist especially in spite of difficult conditions —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"instinct:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) returning home",
"source": "MW"
},
"instinct": {
"def": "(noun) a way of behaving, thinking, or feeling that is not learned : a natural desire or tendency that makes you want to act in a particular way",
"source": "MW"
},
"impulse:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sudden strong desire to do something —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"impulse": {
"def": "(noun) a sudden strong desire to do something —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"motivation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of giving someone a reason for doing something : the act or process of motivating someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"motivation": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of giving someone a reason for doing something : the act or process of motivating someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"intention:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the thing that you plan to do or achieve : an aim or purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"intention": {
"def": "(noun) the thing that you plan to do or achieve : an aim or purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"suspicion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of the five long parts of the hand that are used for holding things; especially : one of the four that are not the thumb",
"source": "MW"
},
"suspicion:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) behaving in a secret and dishonest manner",
"source": "MW"
},
"suspicion": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling that someone is possibly guilty of a crime or of doing something wrong",
"source": "MW"
},
"assumption:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is believed to be true or probably true but that is not known to be true : something that is assumed",
"source": "MW"
},
"assumption": {
"def": "(noun) something that is believed to be true or probably true but that is not known to be true : something that is assumed",
"source": "MW"
},
"conclusion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a final decision or judgment : an opinion or decision that is formed after a period of thought or research",
"source": "MW"
},
"conclusion:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move toward someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"conclusion": {
"def": "(noun) a final decision or judgment : an opinion or decision that is formed after a period of thought or research",
"source": "MW"
},
"perception:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the idea that you have about the kind of person you are",
"source": "MW"
},
"perception": {
"def": "(noun) the way you think about or understand someone or something—often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"awareness:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) knowing that something (such as a situation, condition, or problem) exists —often + of —often + that",
"source": "MW"
},
"awareness:noun": {
"def": "(noun) knowledge and awareness of your own personality or character",
"source": "MW"
},
"awareness": {
"def": "(adjective) knowing that something (such as a situation, condition, or problem) exists —often + of —often + that",
"source": "MW"
},
"attention:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"attention:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to break quickly with a short, sharp sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"attention": {
"def": "(noun) the act or power of carefully thinking about, listening to, or watching someone or something —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"focus:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a way of producing a photograph so that the edges of the image are not completely clear or sharp",
"source": "MW"
},
"focus:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something, such as attention) to be directed at something specific—+ on",
"source": "MW"
},
"focus": {
"def": "(noun) a subject that is being discussed or studied : the subject on which people's attention is focused—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"pursue:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to follow and try to catch or capture (someone or something) for usually a long distance or time",
"source": "MW"
},
"pursue": {
"def": "(verb) to follow and try to catch or capture (someone or something) for usually a long distance or time",
"source": "MW"
},
"persist:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to continue to do something or to try to do something even though it is difficult or other people want you to stop",
"source": "MW"
},
"persist": {
"def": "(verb) to continue to do something or to try to do something even though it is difficult or other people want you to stop",
"source": "MW"
},
"endure:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to continue to exist in the same state or condition",
"source": "MW"
},
"endure": {
"def": "(verb) to continue to exist in the same state or condition",
"source": "MW"
},
"resist:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to fight against (something) : to try to stop or prevent (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"resist": {
"def": "(verb) to fight against (something) : to try to stop or prevent (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"challenge:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move upward —often + up —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"challenge:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a difficult task or problem : something that is hard to do",
"source": "MW"
},
"challenge": {
"def": "(verb) to say or show that (something) may not be true, correct, or legal : dispute",
"source": "MW"
},
"confront:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to oppose or challenge (someone) especially in a direct and forceful way —often used as (be) confronted",
"source": "MW"
},
"confront": {
"def": "(verb) to oppose or challenge (someone) especially in a direct and forceful way —often used as (be) confronted",
"source": "MW"
},
"overcome:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to defeat (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"overcome": {
"def": "(verb) to defeat (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"survive:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to perform (an action or activity)",
"source": "MW"
},
"survive": {
"def": "(verb) to remain alive : to continue to live —often + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"struggle:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to try very hard to do, achieve, or deal with something that is difficult or that causes problems —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"struggle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ability or right to control people or things —often + over",
"source": "MW"
},
"struggle": {
"def": "(verb) to try very hard to do, achieve, or deal with something that is difficult or that causes problems —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"suffer:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to experience pain, illness, or injury —often + from",
"source": "MW"
},
"suffer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a lack of sound or noise : quiet",
"source": "MW"
},
"suffer": {
"def": "(verb) to experience pain, illness, or injury —often + from",
"source": "MW"
},
"betray:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give information about (a person, group, country, etc.) to an enemy",
"source": "MW"
},
"betray": {
"def": "(verb) to give information about (a person, group, country, etc.) to an enemy",
"source": "MW"
},
"deceive:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) believe something that is not true",
"source": "MW"
},
"deceive:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"deceive": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) believe something that is not true",
"source": "MW"
},
"manipulate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or control (something) with your hands or by using a machine",
"source": "MW"
},
"manipulate": {
"def": "(verb) to move or control (something) with your hands or by using a machine",
"source": "MW"
},
"negotiate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to discuss something formally in order to make an agreement —often + with or for",
"source": "MW"
},
"negotiate": {
"def": "(verb) to discuss something formally in order to make an agreement —often + with or for",
"source": "MW"
},
"consult:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go to (someone, such as a doctor or lawyer) for advice : to ask for the professional opinion of (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"consult": {
"def": "(verb) to go to (someone, such as a doctor or lawyer) for advice : to ask for the professional opinion of (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"investigate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to try to find out the facts about (something, such as a crime or an accident) in order to learn how it happened, who did it, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"investigate": {
"def": "(verb) to try to find out the facts about (something, such as a crime or an accident) in order to learn how it happened, who did it, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"explore:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to look at (something) in a careful way to learn more about it : to study or analyze (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"explore": {
"def": "(verb) to look at (something) in a careful way to learn more about it : to study or analyze (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"calculate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to find (a number, answer, etc.) by using mathematical processes",
"source": "MW"
},
"calculate": {
"def": "(verb) to find (a number, answer, etc.) by using mathematical processes",
"source": "MW"
},
"consider:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to not move, walk, etc., after doing so before",
"source": "MW"
},
"consider:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to say that an activity, job, etc., has ended",
"source": "MW"
},
"consider": {
"def": "(verb) to think about (something or someone) carefully especially in order to make a choice or decision",
"source": "MW"
},
"evaluate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to judge the value or condition of (someone or something) in a careful and thoughtful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"evaluate:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"evaluate": {
"def": "(verb) to judge the value or condition of (someone or something) in a careful and thoughtful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"determine:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to officially decide (something) especially because of evidence or facts : to establish (something) exactly or with authority",
"source": "MW"
},
"determine": {
"def": "(verb) to officially decide (something) especially because of evidence or facts : to establish (something) exactly or with authority",
"source": "MW"
},
"justify:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to provide or be a good reason for (something) : to prove or show (something) to be just, right, or reasonable",
"source": "MW"
},
"justify": {
"def": "(verb) to provide or be a good reason for (something) : to prove or show (something) to be just, right, or reasonable",
"source": "MW"
},
"maintain:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something) to exist or continue without changing",
"source": "MW"
},
"maintain:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state of having your weight spread equally so that you do not fall",
"source": "MW"
},
"maintain": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something) to exist or continue without changing",
"source": "MW"
},
"obtain:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to gain or get (something) usually by effort",
"source": "MW"
},
"obtain": {
"def": "(verb) to gain or get (something) usually by effort",
"source": "MW"
},
"possess:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have or own (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"possess": {
"def": "(verb) to have or own (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"aggressive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) ready and willing to fight, argue, etc. : feeling or showing aggression",
"source": "MW"
},
"aggressive": {
"def": "(adjective) ready and willing to fight, argue, etc. : feeling or showing aggression",
"source": "MW"
},
"arrogant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing the insulting attitude of people who believe that they are better, smarter, or more important than other people : having or showing arrogance",
"source": "MW"
},
"arrogant": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing the insulting attitude of people who believe that they are better, smarter, or more important than other people : having or showing arrogance",
"source": "MW"
},
"corrupt:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone or something) to become dishonest, immoral, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"corrupt:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) doing things that are dishonest or illegal in order to make money or to gain or keep power",
"source": "MW"
},
"corrupt": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone or something) to become dishonest, immoral, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"desperate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very sad and upset because of having little or no hope : feeling or showing despair",
"source": "MW"
},
"desperate": {
"def": "(adjective) very sad and upset because of having little or no hope : feeling or showing despair",
"source": "MW"
},
"devoted:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having strong love or loyalty for something or someone —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"devoted": {
"def": "(adjective) having strong love or loyalty for something or someone —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"fierce:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very violent",
"source": "MW"
},
"fierce:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a very small amount or degree : somewhat or slightly",
"source": "MW"
},
"fierce": {
"def": "(adjective) very violent",
"source": "MW"
},
"ruthless:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having no pity : cruel or merciless",
"source": "MW"
},
"ruthless": {
"def": "(adjective) having no pity : cruel or merciless",
"source": "MW"
},
"treacherous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not able to be trusted : showing that someone cannot be trusted",
"source": "MW"
},
"treacherous": {
"def": "(adjective) not able to be trusted : showing that someone cannot be trusted",
"source": "MW"
},
"ambitious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having ambition : having a desire to be successful, powerful, or famous",
"source": "MW"
},
"ambitious": {
"def": "(adjective) having ambition : having a desire to be successful, powerful, or famous",
"source": "MW"
},
"reckless:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not showing proper concern about the possible bad results of your actions",
"source": "MW"
},
"reckless:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of operating a vehicle —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"reckless": {
"def": "(adjective) not showing proper concern about the possible bad results of your actions",
"source": "MW"
},
"relentless:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) continuing without becoming weaker, less severe, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"relentless": {
"def": "(adjective) continuing without becoming weaker, less severe, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"stubborn:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) refusing to change your ideas or to stop doing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"stubborn": {
"def": "(adjective) refusing to change your ideas or to stop doing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"cunning:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) getting what is wanted in a clever and often deceptive way",
"source": "MW"
},
"cunning:noun": {
"def": "(noun) cleverness or skill especially at tricking people in order to get something",
"source": "MW"
},
"cunning": {
"def": "(adjective) getting what is wanted in a clever and often deceptive way",
"source": "MW"
},
"honorable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) deserving honor and respect",
"source": "MW"
},
"honorable:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the release of someone from a hospital, prison, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"honorable": {
"def": "(adjective) deserving honor and respect",
"source": "MW"
},
"righteous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing a strong belief that your own actions, opinions, etc., are right and other people's are wrong",
"source": "MW"
},
"righteous": {
"def": "(adjective) morally good : following religious or moral laws",
"source": "MW"
},
"wicked:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) morally bad : evil",
"source": "MW"
},
"wicked:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) very or extremely",
"source": "MW"
},
"wicked:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (fluid or moisture) to be pulled away from a surface (such as your skin)—usually + away",
"source": "MW"
},
"wicked": {
"def": "(adjective) morally bad : evil",
"source": "MW"
},
"vicious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very violent and cruel",
"source": "MW"
},
"vicious:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a repeating situation or condition in which one problem causes another problem that makes the first problem worse —called also vicious cycle",
"source": "MW"
},
"vicious": {
"def": "(adjective) very violent and cruel",
"source": "MW"
},
"merciless:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing no mercy : very cruel or harsh",
"source": "MW"
},
"merciless": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing no mercy : very cruel or harsh",
"source": "MW"
},
"apparently:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to describe something that appears to be true based on what is known",
"source": "MW"
},
"apparently": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to describe something that appears to be true based on what is known",
"source": "MW"
},
"consequently:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening as a result of a particular action or set of conditions",
"source": "MW"
},
"consequently": {
"def": "(adjective) happening as a result of a particular action or set of conditions",
"source": "MW"
},
"nevertheless:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in spite of what has just been said",
"source": "MW"
},
"nevertheless": {
"def": "(adverb) in spite of what has just been said",
"source": "MW"
},
"moreover:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in addition to what has been said",
"source": "MW"
},
"moreover": {
"def": "(adverb) in addition to what has been said",
"source": "MW"
},
"meanwhile:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at or during the same time : in the meantime",
"source": "MW"
},
"meanwhile": {
"def": "(adverb) at or during the same time : in the meantime",
"source": "MW"
},
"therefore:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) for that reason : because of that",
"source": "MW"
},
"therefore": {
"def": "(adverb) for that reason : because of that",
"source": "MW"
},
"furthermore:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in addition to what has been said : moreover—used to introduce a statement that supports or adds to a previous statement",
"source": "MW"
},
"furthermore": {
"def": "(adverb) in addition to what has been said : moreover—used to introduce a statement that supports or adds to a previous statement",
"source": "MW"
},
"however:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used when you are saying something that is different from or contrasts with a previous statement",
"source": "MW"
},
"however:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) in whatever manner or way",
"source": "MW"
},
"however": {
"def": "(adverb) —used when you are saying something that is different from or contrasts with a previous statement",
"source": "MW"
},
"gradually:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) moving or changing in small amounts : happening in a slow way over a long period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"gradually": {
"def": "(adjective) moving or changing in small amounts : happening in a slow way over a long period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"eventually:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at some later time : in the end",
"source": "MW"
},
"eventually": {
"def": "(adverb) at some later time : in the end",
"source": "MW"
},
"desperately:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very sad and upset because of having little or no hope : feeling or showing despair",
"source": "MW"
},
"desperately": {
"def": "(adjective) very sad and upset because of having little or no hope : feeling or showing despair",
"source": "MW"
},
"reluctantly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing doubt about doing something : not willing or eager to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"reluctantly": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing doubt about doing something : not willing or eager to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"eagerly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very excited and interested : feeling a strong and impatient desire to do something or for something",
"source": "MW"
},
"eagerly": {
"def": "(adjective) very excited and interested : feeling a strong and impatient desire to do something or for something",
"source": "MW"
},
"instantly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) without delay : immediately",
"source": "MW"
},
"instantly": {
"def": "(adverb) without delay : immediately",
"source": "MW"
},
"sovereignty:noun": {
"def": "(noun) unlimited power over a country—often + over",
"source": "MW"
},
"sovereignty": {
"def": "(noun) unlimited power over a country—often + over",
"source": "MW"
},
"hierarchy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group that controls an organization and is divided into different levels",
"source": "MW"
},
"hierarchy": {
"def": "(noun) a group that controls an organization and is divided into different levels",
"source": "MW"
},
"authority:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a symbol that represents a number : digit",
"source": "MW"
},
"authority:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) concerning or relating to what is right and wrong in human behavior",
"source": "MW"
},
"authority": {
"def": "(noun) the power to give orders or make decisions : the power or right to direct or control someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"supremacy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who believes that the white race is better than all other races and should have control over all other races",
"source": "MW"
},
"supremacy": {
"def": "(noun) the quality or state of having more power, authority, or status than anyone else : the state of being supreme",
"source": "MW"
},
"mythology:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the myths of a particular group or culture",
"source": "MW"
},
"mythology": {
"def": "(noun) the myths of a particular group or culture",
"source": "MW"
},
"folklore:noun": {
"def": "(noun) traditional customs, beliefs, stories, and sayings",
"source": "MW"
},
"folklore": {
"def": "(noun) traditional customs, beliefs, stories, and sayings",
"source": "MW"
},
"enchantment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of being attracted by something interesting, pretty, etc. : the state of being enchanted —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"enchantment": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of being attracted by something interesting, pretty, etc. : the state of being enchanted —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"sorcery:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the use of magical powers that are obtained through evil spirits : witchcraft",
"source": "MW"
},
"sorcery": {
"def": "(noun) the use of magical powers that are obtained through evil spirits : witchcraft",
"source": "MW"
},
"supernatural:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) unable to be explained by science or the laws of nature : of, relating to, or seeming to come from magic, a god, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"supernatural": {
"def": "(adjective) unable to be explained by science or the laws of nature : of, relating to, or seeming to come from magic, a god, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"mystical:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a spiritual meaning that is difficult to see or understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"mystical": {
"def": "(adjective) having a spiritual meaning that is difficult to see or understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"alchemy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a science that was used in the Middle Ages with the goal of changing ordinary metals into gold",
"source": "MW"
},
"alchemy": {
"def": "(noun) a science that was used in the Middle Ages with the goal of changing ordinary metals into gold",
"source": "MW"
},
"apparition:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a ghost or spirit of a dead person",
"source": "MW"
},
"apparition": {
"def": "(noun) a ghost or spirit of a dead person",
"source": "MW"
},
"manifestation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sign that shows something clearly—usually + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"manifestation": {
"def": "(noun) a sign that shows something clearly—usually + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"incarnation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of a series of lives that a person is believed to have had in the past in some religions —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"incarnation": {
"def": "(noun) one of a series of lives that a person is believed to have had in the past in some religions —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"ambiguity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that does not have a single clear meaning : something that is ambiguous",
"source": "MW"
},
"ambiguity": {
"def": "(noun) something that does not have a single clear meaning : something that is ambiguous",
"source": "MW"
},
"contradiction:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a word or phrase that has an exact meaning",
"source": "MW"
},
"contradiction": {
"def": "(noun) the act of saying something that is opposite or very different in meaning to something else",
"source": "MW"
},
"paradox:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a situation) that is made up of two opposite things and that seems impossible but is actually true or possible",
"source": "MW"
},
"paradox": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a situation) that is made up of two opposite things and that seems impossible but is actually true or possible",
"source": "MW"
},
"dilemma:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of the hard pointed parts that grows on the head of some animals (such as cattle, goats, or sheep)",
"source": "MW"
},
"dilemma": {
"def": "(noun) a situation in which you have to make a difficult choice",
"source": "MW"
},
"phenomenon:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as an interesting fact or event) that can be observed and studied and that typically is unusual or difficult to understand or explain fully",
"source": "MW"
},
"phenomenon": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as an interesting fact or event) that can be observed and studied and that typically is unusual or difficult to understand or explain fully",
"source": "MW"
},
"perspective:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a way of thinking about and understanding something (such as a particular issue or life in general) —often + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"perspective": {
"def": "(noun) a way of thinking about and understanding something (such as a particular issue or life in general) —often + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"presumption:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a belief that something is true even though it has not been proved—often + that",
"source": "MW"
},
"presumption": {
"def": "(noun) a belief that something is true even though it has not been proved—often + that",
"source": "MW"
},
"speculation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) ideas or guesses about something that is not known",
"source": "MW"
},
"speculation": {
"def": "(noun) ideas or guesses about something that is not known",
"source": "MW"
},
"implication:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a possible future effect or result—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"implication": {
"def": "(noun) a possible future effect or result—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"correlation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the relationship between things that happen or change together —often + between",
"source": "MW"
},
"correlation": {
"def": "(noun) the relationship between things that happen or change together —often + between",
"source": "MW"
},
"distinction:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a difference that you can see, hear, smell, feel, etc. : a noticeable difference between things or people",
"source": "MW"
},
"distinction:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) unclear or difficult to see or remember",
"source": "MW"
},
"distinction:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) unsure or uncertain : feeling doubt about something—usually + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"distinction": {
"def": "(noun) a difference that you can see, hear, smell, feel, etc. : a noticeable difference between things or people",
"source": "MW"
},
"interpretation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or result of explaining or interpreting something : the way something is explained or understood",
"source": "MW"
},
"interpretation": {
"def": "(noun) the act or result of explaining or interpreting something : the way something is explained or understood",
"source": "MW"
},
"acknowledge:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say that you accept or do not deny the truth or existence of (something) : admit",
"source": "MW"
},
"acknowledge": {
"def": "(verb) to say that you accept or do not deny the truth or existence of (something) : admit",
"source": "MW"
},
"articulate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to express ideas clearly and effectively in speech or writing",
"source": "MW"
},
"articulate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to express (something, such as an idea) in words",
"source": "MW"
},
"articulate": {
"def": "(adjective) able to express ideas clearly and effectively in speech or writing",
"source": "MW"
},
"convey:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take or carry (someone or something) from one place to another : transport",
"source": "MW"
},
"convey": {
"def": "(verb) to take or carry (someone or something) from one place to another : transport",
"source": "MW"
},
"depict:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to show (someone or something) in a picture, painting, photograph, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"depict": {
"def": "(verb) to show (someone or something) in a picture, painting, photograph, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"manifest:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be seen : clearly shown or visible",
"source": "MW"
},
"manifest:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to show (something) clearly",
"source": "MW"
},
"manifest:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a future event that is sure to happen : a destiny that can be clearly seen and that cannot be changed",
"source": "MW"
},
"manifest": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be seen : clearly shown or visible",
"source": "MW"
},
"perceive:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to notice or become aware of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"perceive": {
"def": "(verb) to notice or become aware of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"portray:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to describe (someone or something) in a particular way",
"source": "MW"
},
"portray": {
"def": "(verb) to describe (someone or something) in a particular way",
"source": "MW"
},
"provoke:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause the occurrence of (a feeling or action) : to make (something) happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"provoke": {
"def": "(verb) to cause the occurrence of (a feeling or action) : to make (something) happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"reconcile:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to find a way of making (two different ideas, facts, etc.) exist or be true at the same time",
"source": "MW"
},
"reconcile": {
"def": "(verb) to find a way of making (two different ideas, facts, etc.) exist or be true at the same time",
"source": "MW"
},
"retrieve:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to get and bring (something) back from a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"retrieve": {
"def": "(verb) to get and bring (something) back from a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"transform:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to change (something) completely and usually in a good way",
"source": "MW"
},
"transform": {
"def": "(verb) to change (something) completely and usually in a good way",
"source": "MW"
},
"diminish:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become or to cause (something) to become less in size, importance, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"diminish": {
"def": "(verb) to become or to cause (something) to become less in size, importance, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"enhance:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to increase or improve (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"enhance": {
"def": "(verb) to increase or improve (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"illuminate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to supply (something) with light : to shine light on (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"illuminate": {
"def": "(verb) to supply (something) with light : to shine light on (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"obscure:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not well-known : not known to most people",
"source": "MW"
},
"obscure:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) difficult to understand or know : to make (something) obscure",
"source": "MW"
},
"obscure": {
"def": "(adjective) not well-known : not known to most people",
"source": "MW"
},
"profound:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing great knowledge or understanding",
"source": "MW"
},
"profound": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing great knowledge or understanding",
"source": "MW"
},
"subtle:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) hard to notice or see : not obvious",
"source": "MW"
},
"subtle": {
"def": "(adjective) hard to notice or see : not obvious",
"source": "MW"
},
"intricate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having many parts",
"source": "MW"
},
"intricate": {
"def": "(adjective) having many parts",
"source": "MW"
},
"elaborate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made or done with great care or with much detail : having many parts that are carefully arranged or planned",
"source": "MW"
},
"elaborate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give more details about something : to discuss something more fully —often + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"elaborate": {
"def": "(adjective) made or done with great care or with much detail : having many parts that are carefully arranged or planned",
"source": "MW"
},
"ominous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) suggesting that something bad is going to happen in the future",
"source": "MW"
},
"ominous": {
"def": "(adjective) suggesting that something bad is going to happen in the future",
"source": "MW"
},
"sinister:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having an evil appearance : looking likely to cause something bad, harmful, or dangerous to happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"sinister": {
"def": "(adjective) having an evil appearance : looking likely to cause something bad, harmful, or dangerous to happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"formidable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very powerful or strong : deserving serious attention and respect",
"source": "MW"
},
"formidable": {
"def": "(adjective) very powerful or strong : deserving serious attention and respect",
"source": "MW"
},
"inevitable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) sure to happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"inevitable:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to bend forward at the neck or waist as a formal way of greeting someone or showing respect —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"inevitable": {
"def": "(adjective) sure to happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"imminent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening very soon",
"source": "MW"
},
"imminent": {
"def": "(adjective) happening very soon",
"source": "MW"
},
"perilous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) full of danger : dangerous",
"source": "MW"
},
"perilous": {
"def": "(adjective) full of danger : dangerous",
"source": "MW"
},
"ferocious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very fierce or violent",
"source": "MW"
},
"ferocious": {
"def": "(adjective) very fierce or violent",
"source": "MW"
},
"harrowing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very painful or upsetting",
"source": "MW"
},
"harrowing": {
"def": "(adjective) very painful or upsetting",
"source": "MW"
},
"excruciating:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very painful : causing great mental or physical pain",
"source": "MW"
},
"excruciating": {
"def": "(adjective) very painful : causing great mental or physical pain",
"source": "MW"
},
"devastating:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing great damage or harm —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"devastating:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to destroy much or most of (something) : to cause great damage or harm to (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"devastating": {
"def": "(adjective) causing great damage or harm —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"arcane:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) secret or mysterious : known or understood by only a few people",
"source": "MW"
},
"arcane": {
"def": "(adjective) secret or mysterious : known or understood by only a few people",
"source": "MW"
},
"esoteric:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) only taught to or understood by members of a special group : hard to understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"esoteric": {
"def": "(adjective) only taught to or understood by members of a special group : hard to understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"ethereal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) resembling heaven : seeming to belong to another world",
"source": "MW"
},
"ethereal": {
"def": "(adjective) resembling heaven : seeming to belong to another world",
"source": "MW"
},
"elusive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) hard to find or capture",
"source": "MW"
},
"elusive": {
"def": "(adjective) hard to find or capture",
"source": "MW"
},
"clandestine:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done in a private place or way : done secretly",
"source": "MW"
},
"clandestine": {
"def": "(adjective) done in a private place or way : done secretly",
"source": "MW"
},
"surreptitious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done in a secret way",
"source": "MW"
},
"surreptitious": {
"def": "(adjective) done in a secret way",
"source": "MW"
},
"labyrinthine:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place that has many confusing paths or passages : maze",
"source": "MW"
},
"labyrinthine": {
"def": "(noun) a place that has many confusing paths or passages : maze",
"source": "MW"
},
"insidious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing harm in a way that is gradual or not easily noticed",
"source": "MW"
},
"insidious": {
"def": "(adjective) causing harm in a way that is gradual or not easily noticed",
"source": "MW"
},
"malevolent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing a desire to cause harm to another person",
"source": "MW"
},
"malevolent": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing a desire to cause harm to another person",
"source": "MW"
},
"benevolent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) kind and generous",
"source": "MW"
},
"benevolent": {
"def": "(adjective) kind and generous",
"source": "MW"
},
"omnipotent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having complete or unlimited power : all-powerful",
"source": "MW"
},
"omnipotent": {
"def": "(adjective) having complete or unlimited power : all-powerful",
"source": "MW"
},
"omniscient:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) knowing everything : having unlimited understanding or knowledge",
"source": "MW"
},
"omniscient": {
"def": "(adjective) knowing everything : having unlimited understanding or knowledge",
"source": "MW"
},
"transcendent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) going beyond the limits of ordinary experience",
"source": "MW"
},
"transcendent": {
"def": "(adjective) going beyond the limits of ordinary experience",
"source": "MW"
},
"ineffable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) too great, powerful, beautiful, etc., to be described or expressed",
"source": "MW"
},
"ineffable": {
"def": "(adjective) too great, powerful, beautiful, etc., to be described or expressed",
"source": "MW"
},
"ephemeral:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) lasting a very short time",
"source": "MW"
},
"ephemeral": {
"def": "(adjective) lasting a very short time",
"source": "MW"
},
"inexorable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not able to be stopped or changed",
"source": "MW"
},
"inexorable": {
"def": "(adjective) not able to be stopped or changed",
"source": "MW"
},
"irrevocable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not capable of being changed : impossible to revoke",
"source": "MW"
},
"irrevocable": {
"def": "(adjective) not capable of being changed : impossible to revoke",
"source": "MW"
},
"elucidate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something that is hard to understand) clear or easy to understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"elucidate": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something that is hard to understand) clear or easy to understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"circumvent:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to avoid being stopped by (something, such as a law or rule) : to get around (something) in a clever and sometimes dishonest way",
"source": "MW"
},
"circumvent": {
"def": "(verb) to avoid being stopped by (something, such as a law or rule) : to get around (something) in a clever and sometimes dishonest way",
"source": "MW"
},
"perpetuate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something that should be stopped, such as a mistaken idea or a bad situation) to continue",
"source": "MW"
},
"perpetuate": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something that should be stopped, such as a mistaken idea or a bad situation) to continue",
"source": "MW"
},
"exacerbate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (a bad situation, a problem, etc.) worse",
"source": "MW"
},
"exacerbate": {
"def": "(verb) to make (a bad situation, a problem, etc.) worse",
"source": "MW"
},
"mitigate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) less severe, harmful, or painful",
"source": "MW"
},
"mitigate": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) less severe, harmful, or painful",
"source": "MW"
},
"alleviate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to reduce the pain or trouble of (something) : to make (something) less painful, difficult, or severe",
"source": "MW"
},
"alleviate": {
"def": "(verb) to reduce the pain or trouble of (something) : to make (something) less painful, difficult, or severe",
"source": "MW"
},
"ameliorate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something, such as a problem) better, less painful, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"ameliorate": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something, such as a problem) better, less painful, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"corroborate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to support or help prove (a statement, theory, etc.) by providing information or evidence —often used as (be) corroborated",
"source": "MW"
},
"corroborate": {
"def": "(verb) to support or help prove (a statement, theory, etc.) by providing information or evidence —often used as (be) corroborated",
"source": "MW"
},
"substantiate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to prove the truth of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"substantiate": {
"def": "(verb) to prove the truth of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"invalidate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) invalid: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"invalidate": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) invalid: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"vindicate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to show that (someone) should not be blamed for a crime, mistake, etc. : to show that (someone) is not guilty",
"source": "MW"
},
"vindicate": {
"def": "(verb) to show that (someone) should not be blamed for a crime, mistake, etc. : to show that (someone) is not guilty",
"source": "MW"
},
"apotheosis:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the perfect form or example of something—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"apotheosis": {
"def": "(noun) the perfect form or example of something—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"numinous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a mysterious, holy, or spiritual quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"numinous": {
"def": "(adjective) having a mysterious, holy, or spiritual quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"dauntless:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very brave",
"source": "MW"
},
"dauntless": {
"def": "(adjective) very brave",
"source": "MW"
},
"implacable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) opposed to someone or something in a very angry or determined way that cannot be changed",
"source": "MW"
},
"implacable": {
"def": "(adjective) opposed to someone or something in a very angry or determined way that cannot be changed",
"source": "MW"
},
"inimitable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) impossible to copy or imitate",
"source": "MW"
},
"inimitable": {
"def": "(adjective) impossible to copy or imitate",
"source": "MW"
},
"redoubtable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing or deserving great fear or respect : very powerful, impressive, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"redoubtable": {
"def": "(adjective) causing or deserving great fear or respect : very powerful, impressive, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"abolish:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to officially end or stop (something, such as a law) : to completely do away with (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"abolish": {
"def": "(verb) to officially end or stop (something, such as a law) : to completely do away with (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"abortion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a medical procedure used to end a pregnancy and cause the death of the fetus",
"source": "MW"
},
"abortion": {
"def": "(noun) a medical procedure used to end a pregnancy and cause the death of the fetus",
"source": "MW"
},
"absence:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a period of time when someone has special permission to be away from a job or from military service —called also leave of absence",
"source": "MW"
},
"absence:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very easy to see or notice",
"source": "MW"
},
"absence": {
"def": "(noun) a state or condition in which something expected, wanted, or looked for is not present or does not exist : a state or condition in which something is absent",
"source": "MW"
},
"absent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not present at a usual or expected place —often + from",
"source": "MW"
},
"absent:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in the absence of (something) : without",
"source": "MW"
},
"absent": {
"def": "(adjective) not present at a usual or expected place —often + from",
"source": "MW"
},
"abstract:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or involving general ideas or qualities rather than specific people, objects, or actions",
"source": "MW"
},
"abstract:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a brief written statement of the main points or facts in a longer report, speech, etc. : summary",
"source": "MW"
},
"abstract:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a summary of the main parts of (a report, speech, etc.) : to make an abstract of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"abstract": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or involving general ideas or qualities rather than specific people, objects, or actions",
"source": "MW"
},
"absurd:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely silly, foolish, or unreasonable : completely ridiculous",
"source": "MW"
},
"absurd": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely silly, foolish, or unreasonable : completely ridiculous",
"source": "MW"
},
"abuse:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to treat (a person or animal) in a harsh or harmful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"abuse:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a material of a particular kind",
"source": "MW"
},
"abuse:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or consisting of words",
"source": "MW"
},
"abuse": {
"def": "(verb) to treat (a person or animal) in a harsh or harmful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"academy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a school that provides training in special subjects or skills",
"source": "MW"
},
"academy:trademark": {
"def": "(trademark) —used for an award given by part of the U.S. film industry to the best actors, directors, etc., of the year",
"source": "MW"
},
"academy": {
"def": "(noun) a school that provides training in special subjects or skills",
"source": "MW"
},
"accelerate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move faster : to gain speed",
"source": "MW"
},
"accelerate": {
"def": "(verb) to move faster : to gain speed",
"source": "MW"
},
"accent:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a way of pronouncing words that occurs among the people in a particular region or country",
"source": "MW"
},
"accent:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give special attention to (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"accent": {
"def": "(noun) a way of pronouncing words that occurs among the people in a particular region or country",
"source": "MW"
},
"acceptance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a spoken expression of ideas, opinions, etc., that is made by someone who is speaking in front of a group of people",
"source": "MW"
},
"acceptance:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to discover (something or someone) without planning or trying to : to discover (something or someone) by chance",
"source": "MW"
},
"acceptance:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"acceptance": {
"def": "(noun) the act of accepting something or someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"accessible:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be reached or approached",
"source": "MW"
},
"accessible": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be reached or approached",
"source": "MW"
},
"accidentally:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening in a way that is not planned or intended : happening by accident : happening as an accident",
"source": "MW"
},
"accidentally": {
"def": "(adjective) happening in a way that is not planned or intended : happening by accident : happening as an accident",
"source": "MW"
},
"accommodate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to provide room for (someone) : to provide a place to stay and sleep for (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"accommodate": {
"def": "(verb) to provide room for (someone) : to provide a place to stay and sleep for (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"accommodation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place (such as a room in a hotel) where travelers can sleep and find other services",
"source": "MW"
},
"accommodation": {
"def": "(noun) a place (such as a room in a hotel) where travelers can sleep and find other services",
"source": "MW"
},
"accomplish:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to succeed in doing (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"accomplish": {
"def": "(verb) to succeed in doing (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"accomplishment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something done, achieved, or accomplished successfully",
"source": "MW"
},
"accomplishment": {
"def": "(noun) something done, achieved, or accomplished successfully",
"source": "MW"
},
"accordingly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a proper or appropriate way : in a way that suits the facts, needs, or requirements of a situation",
"source": "MW"
},
"accordingly:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do something : to take action",
"source": "MW"
},
"accordingly": {
"def": "(adverb) in a proper or appropriate way : in a way that suits the facts, needs, or requirements of a situation",
"source": "MW"
},
"accountability:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) required to explain actions or decisions to someone—usually + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"accountability": {
"def": "(adjective) required to explain actions or decisions to someone—usually + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"accountable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) required to explain actions or decisions to someone—usually + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"accountable": {
"def": "(adjective) required to explain actions or decisions to someone—usually + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"accountant:noun": {
"def": "(noun) certified public accountant",
"source": "MW"
},
"accountant": {
"def": "(noun) someone whose job is to keep the financial records of a business or person",
"source": "MW"
},
"accumulation:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to gather or acquire (something) gradually as time passes",
"source": "MW"
},
"accumulation": {
"def": "(verb) to gather or acquire (something) gradually as time passes",
"source": "MW"
},
"accuracy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) freedom from mistake or error : the quality or state of being accurate : correctness",
"source": "MW"
},
"accuracy": {
"def": "(noun) freedom from mistake or error : the quality or state of being accurate : correctness",
"source": "MW"
},
"accurately:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) free from mistakes or errors",
"source": "MW"
},
"accurately": {
"def": "(adjective) free from mistakes or errors",
"source": "MW"
},
"accusation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a claim that someone has done something wrong or illegal : a charge that someone has committed a fault or crime",
"source": "MW"
},
"accusation:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"accusation": {
"def": "(noun) a claim that someone has done something wrong or illegal : a charge that someone has committed a fault or crime",
"source": "MW"
},
"accused:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be in an upright position with all of your weight on your feet",
"source": "MW"
},
"accused": {
"def": "(verb) to blame (someone) for something wrong or illegal : to say that someone is guilty of a fault or crime —often + of —sometimes used humorously",
"source": "MW"
},
"acid:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a chemical produced by the body in your muscles during exercise",
"source": "MW"
},
"acid:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or having the qualities of an acid",
"source": "MW"
},
"acid": {
"def": "(noun) a chemical with a sour taste that forms a salt when mixed with a base",
"source": "MW"
},
"acquisition:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of getting or acquiring something: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"acquisition": {
"def": "(noun) the act of getting or acquiring something: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"acre:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a measure of land area in the U.S. and Britain that equals 4,840 square yards (about 4,047 square meters) —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"acre": {
"def": "(noun) a measure of land area in the U.S. and Britain that equals 4,840 square yards (about 4,047 square meters) —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"activate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) active or more active: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"activate": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) active or more active: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"activation:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) active or more active: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"activation": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) active or more active: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"activist:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who uses or supports strong actions (such as public protests) to help make changes in politics or society",
"source": "MW"
},
"activist": {
"def": "(noun) a person who uses or supports strong actions (such as public protests) to help make changes in politics or society",
"source": "MW"
},
"adaptation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is adapted; especially : a movie, book, play, etc., that is changed so that it can be presented in another form",
"source": "MW"
},
"adaptation": {
"def": "(noun) something that is adapted; especially : a movie, book, play, etc., that is changed so that it can be presented in another form",
"source": "MW"
},
"addiction:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a strong and harmful need to regularly have something (such as a drug) or do something (such as gamble) —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"addiction": {
"def": "(noun) a strong and harmful need to regularly have something (such as a drug) or do something (such as gamble) —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"additionally:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) more than is usual or expected",
"source": "MW"
},
"additionally": {
"def": "(adjective) more than is usual or expected",
"source": "MW"
},
"adequate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) enough for some need or requirement",
"source": "MW"
},
"adequate": {
"def": "(adjective) enough for some need or requirement",
"source": "MW"
},
"adequately:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) enough for some need or requirement",
"source": "MW"
},
"adequately": {
"def": "(adjective) enough for some need or requirement",
"source": "MW"
},
"adhere:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stick to something : to attach firmly to something —usually + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"adhere": {
"def": "(verb) to stick to something : to attach firmly to something —usually + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"adjacent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) close or near : sharing a border, wall, or point —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"adjacent": {
"def": "(adjective) close or near : sharing a border, wall, or point —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"adjust:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to change (something) in a minor way so that it works better",
"source": "MW"
},
"adjust": {
"def": "(verb) to change (something) in a minor way so that it works better",
"source": "MW"
},
"adjustment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small change that improves something or makes it work better",
"source": "MW"
},
"adjustment": {
"def": "(noun) a small change that improves something or makes it work better",
"source": "MW"
},
"administer:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to manage the operation of (something, such as a company or government) or the use of (something, such as property)",
"source": "MW"
},
"administer:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"administer": {
"def": "(verb) to manage the operation of (something, such as a company or government) or the use of (something, such as property)",
"source": "MW"
},
"administrative:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the management of a company, school, or other organization",
"source": "MW"
},
"administrative:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person whose job is to handle records, letters, etc., for another person in an office",
"source": "MW"
},
"administrative": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the management of a company, school, or other organization",
"source": "MW"
},
"administrator:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who administers something: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"administrator": {
"def": "(noun) a person who administers something: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"admission:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a policy or process by which parents may send their children to a different public school than the one in their own community —called also open admission",
"source": "MW"
},
"admission": {
"def": "(noun) the act of admitting or allowing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"adolescent:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a young person who is developing into an adult : a young person who is going through adolescence",
"source": "MW"
},
"adolescent": {
"def": "(noun) a young person who is developing into an adult : a young person who is going through adolescence",
"source": "MW"
},
"adoption:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an adoption in which the people who become the legal parents of a child meet the child's biological parents",
"source": "MW"
},
"adoption": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of adopting someone or something: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"adverse:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) bad or unfavorable : not good",
"source": "MW"
},
"adverse": {
"def": "(adjective) bad or unfavorable : not good",
"source": "MW"
},
"advocate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who expresses an opinion that disagrees with others so that there will be an interesting discussion about some issue",
"source": "MW"
},
"advocate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to support or argue for (a cause, policy, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"advocate": {
"def": "(noun) a person who argues for or supports a cause or policy",
"source": "MW"
},
"aesthetic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to art or beauty",
"source": "MW"
},
"aesthetic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a set of ideas or opinions about beauty or art—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"aesthetic": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to art or beauty",
"source": "MW"
},
"affection:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of liking and caring for someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"affection": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of liking and caring for someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"affordable:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be able to pay for (something) —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"affordable": {
"def": "(verb) to be able to pay for (something) —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"aftermath:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the period of time after a bad and usually destructive event—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"aftermath": {
"def": "(noun) the period of time after a bad and usually destructive event—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"aged:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having reached a specified age",
"source": "MW"
},
"aged:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become old or older",
"source": "MW"
},
"aged:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the period in a person's life from about age 40 to about age 60",
"source": "MW"
},
"aged": {
"def": "(adjective) having reached a specified age",
"source": "MW"
},
"aggression:noun": {
"def": "(noun) angry or violent behavior or feelings",
"source": "MW"
},
"aggression": {
"def": "(noun) angry or violent behavior or feelings",
"source": "MW"
},
"agricultural:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or used in farming or agriculture",
"source": "MW"
},
"agricultural": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or used in farming or agriculture",
"source": "MW"
},
"agriculture:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the amount of food, money, etc., that is needed to stay alive",
"source": "MW"
},
"agriculture": {
"def": "(noun) the science or occupation of farming",
"source": "MW"
},
"aide:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person whose job is to help nurses to take care of patients",
"source": "MW"
},
"aide": {
"def": "(noun) a person whose job is to assist someone : assistant",
"source": "MW"
},
"aids:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something you look at (such as a chart or film) that is used to make something easier to understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"aids:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to provide what is useful or necessary : help —usually + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"aids": {
"def": "(noun) a serious disease of the immune system that is caused by infection with a virus",
"source": "MW"
},
"alien:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not allowed by the law : not legal",
"source": "MW"
},
"alien:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who does not live in a particular town, city, state, or country : a person who is not a resident",
"source": "MW"
},
"alien": {
"def": "(adjective) not familiar or like other things you have known : different from what you are used to —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"align:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to arrange things so that they form a line or are in proper position",
"source": "MW"
},
"align": {
"def": "(verb) to arrange things so that they form a line or are in proper position",
"source": "MW"
},
"alignment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state or condition of being aligned: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"alignment": {
"def": "(noun) the state or condition of being aligned: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"alike:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) similar in appearance, nature, or form —often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"alike:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in the same way",
"source": "MW"
},
"alike:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the thing that is measured as seconds, minutes, hours, days, years, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"alike": {
"def": "(adjective) similar in appearance, nature, or form —often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"allegation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a statement saying that someone has done something wrong or illegal",
"source": "MW"
},
"allegation": {
"def": "(noun) a statement saying that someone has done something wrong or illegal",
"source": "MW"
},
"allege:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to state without definite proof that someone has done something wrong or illegal",
"source": "MW"
},
"allege": {
"def": "(verb) to state without definite proof that someone has done something wrong or illegal",
"source": "MW"
},
"allegedly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) accused of having done something wrong or illegal but not yet proven guilty",
"source": "MW"
},
"allegedly": {
"def": "(adjective) accused of having done something wrong or illegal but not yet proven guilty",
"source": "MW"
},
"allocate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to divide and give out (something) for a special reason or to particular people, companies, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"allocate": {
"def": "(verb) to divide and give out (something) for a special reason or to particular people, companies, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"allocation:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to divide and give out (something) for a special reason or to particular people, companies, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"allocation": {
"def": "(verb) to divide and give out (something) for a special reason or to particular people, companies, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"allowance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) distance in miles",
"source": "MW"
},
"allowance": {
"def": "(noun) an amount of money that is given to someone regularly or for a specific purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"alongside:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) along or close at the side",
"source": "MW"
},
"alongside:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) next to (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"alongside": {
"def": "(adverb) along or close at the side",
"source": "MW"
},
"altogether:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) completely and fully : totally entirely —often used with not —often used for emphasis before another adverb",
"source": "MW"
},
"altogether": {
"def": "(adverb) completely and fully : totally entirely —often used with not —often used for emphasis before another adverb",
"source": "MW"
},
"aluminum:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a silver metal that is strong and light and that is used for making many products—often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"aluminum": {
"def": "(noun) a silver metal that is strong and light and that is used for making many products—often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"amateur:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the activity of acting in or producing a play in the theater for enjoyment and not as a job —called also (British) amateur dramatics",
"source": "MW"
},
"amateur": {
"def": "(noun) a person who does something (such as a sport or hobby) for pleasure and not as a job",
"source": "MW"
},
"ambassador:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the highest-ranking person who represents his or her own government while living in another country —often + to —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"ambassador": {
"def": "(noun) the highest-ranking person who represents his or her own government while living in another country —often + to —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"ambulance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a vehicle used for taking hurt or sick people to the hospital especially in emergencies",
"source": "MW"
},
"ambulance": {
"def": "(noun) a vehicle used for taking hurt or sick people to the hospital especially in emergencies",
"source": "MW"
},
"amend:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to change some of the words and often the meaning of (a law, document, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"amend": {
"def": "(verb) to change some of the words and often the meaning of (a law, document, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"amendment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a change in the words or meaning of a law or document (such as a constitution) —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"amendment": {
"def": "(noun) a change in the words or meaning of a law or document (such as a constitution) —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"amid:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in or into the middle of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"amid": {
"def": "(preposition) in or into the middle of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"amusing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing laughter or enjoyment : funny or enjoyable",
"source": "MW"
},
"amusing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make someone laugh or smile : to entertain (someone) in a light and pleasant way",
"source": "MW"
},
"amusing": {
"def": "(adjective) causing laughter or enjoyment : funny or enjoyable",
"source": "MW"
},
"analogy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a comparison of two things based on their being alike in some way",
"source": "MW"
},
"analogy": {
"def": "(noun) a comparison of two things based on their being alike in some way",
"source": "MW"
},
"analyst:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the process of studying a procedure or business in order to identify its goals and purposes and create systems and procedures that will achieve them in an efficient way",
"source": "MW"
},
"analyst": {
"def": "(noun) a person who studies or analyzes something",
"source": "MW"
},
"ancestor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who was in someone's family in past times : one of the people from whom a person is descended",
"source": "MW"
},
"ancestor": {
"def": "(noun) a person who was in someone's family in past times : one of the people from whom a person is descended",
"source": "MW"
},
"animation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a state in which the processes of the body (such as blood circulation) stop or become very slow for a period of time while a person or animal is unconscious —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"animation": {
"def": "(noun) a lively or excited quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"annually:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening once a year",
"source": "MW"
},
"annually": {
"def": "(adjective) happening once a year",
"source": "MW"
},
"anonymous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not named or identified",
"source": "MW"
},
"anonymous": {
"def": "(adjective) not named or identified",
"source": "MW"
},
"anticipate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to think of (something that will or might happen in the future) : expect",
"source": "MW"
},
"anticipate": {
"def": "(verb) to think of (something that will or might happen in the future) : expect",
"source": "MW"
},
"anxiety:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of strong fear and anxiety that is experienced by a young child when the child is separated from a parent",
"source": "MW"
},
"anxiety": {
"def": "(noun) fear or nervousness about what might happen —usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"apology:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a statement saying that you are sorry about something : an expression of regret for having done or said something wrong",
"source": "MW"
},
"apology": {
"def": "(noun) a statement saying that you are sorry about something : an expression of regret for having done or said something wrong",
"source": "MW"
},
"apparatus:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a tool or piece of equipment used for specific activities",
"source": "MW"
},
"apparatus": {
"def": "(noun) a tool or piece of equipment used for specific activities",
"source": "MW"
},
"apparel:noun": {
"def": "(noun) clothing of a particular kind —used chiefly in U.S. English to refer to clothing that is being sold in stores",
"source": "MW"
},
"apparel": {
"def": "(noun) clothing of a particular kind —used chiefly in U.S. English to refer to clothing that is being sold in stores",
"source": "MW"
},
"appealing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having qualities that people like : pleasing or attractive —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"appealing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be liked by someone : to be pleasing or attractive to someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"appealing": {
"def": "(adjective) having qualities that people like : pleasing or attractive —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"appetite:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a physical desire for food",
"source": "MW"
},
"appetite:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing a tendency to eat very large amounts of food —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"appetite": {
"def": "(noun) a physical desire for food",
"source": "MW"
},
"applaud:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to strike the hands together over and over to show approval or praise",
"source": "MW"
},
"applaud": {
"def": "(verb) to strike the hands together over and over to show approval or praise",
"source": "MW"
},
"applicable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be applied or used in a particular situation —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"applicable": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be applied or used in a particular situation —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"applicant:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who formally asks for something (such as a job or admission to a college) : someone who applies for something",
"source": "MW"
},
"applicant": {
"def": "(noun) someone who formally asks for something (such as a job or admission to a college) : someone who applies for something",
"source": "MW"
},
"appoint:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to choose (someone) to have a particular job : to give (someone) a position or duty —often + to —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"appoint": {
"def": "(verb) to choose (someone) to have a particular job : to give (someone) a position or duty —often + to —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"appreciation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of being grateful for something",
"source": "MW"
},
"appreciation": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of being grateful for something",
"source": "MW"
},
"appropriately:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) right or suited for some purpose or situation",
"source": "MW"
},
"appropriately": {
"def": "(adjective) right or suited for some purpose or situation",
"source": "MW"
},
"arbitrary:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not planned or chosen for a particular reason : not based on reason or evidence",
"source": "MW"
},
"arbitrary": {
"def": "(adjective) not planned or chosen for a particular reason : not based on reason or evidence",
"source": "MW"
},
"architectural:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the art or science of designing and creating buildings",
"source": "MW"
},
"architectural": {
"def": "(noun) the art or science of designing and creating buildings",
"source": "MW"
},
"archive:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place in which public records or historical materials (such as documents) are kept; also : the material that is stored in an archive",
"source": "MW"
},
"archive:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to collect and store materials (such as recordings, documents, or computer files) so that they can be found and used when they are needed",
"source": "MW"
},
"archive": {
"def": "(noun) a place in which public records or historical materials (such as documents) are kept; also : the material that is stored in an archive",
"source": "MW"
},
"arena:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a game that is like American football but that is played indoors on a shorter field",
"source": "MW"
},
"arena": {
"def": "(noun) a building for sports and other forms of entertainment that has a large central area surrounded by seats",
"source": "MW"
},
"array:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large group or number of things—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"array:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to place (a group of things) in a particular position so that they are in order or so that they look attractive—usually used as (be) arrayed",
"source": "MW"
},
"array": {
"def": "(noun) a large group or number of things—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"artwork:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a painting, sculpture, photograph, etc., that is created to be beautiful or to express an important idea or feeling : an artistic work",
"source": "MW"
},
"artwork": {
"def": "(noun) a painting, sculpture, photograph, etc., that is created to be beautiful or to express an important idea or feeling : an artistic work",
"source": "MW"
},
"aspiration:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that a person wants very much to achieve —usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"aspiration": {
"def": "(noun) something that a person wants very much to achieve —usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"aspire:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to want to have or achieve something (such as a particular career or level of success)—often + to —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"aspire": {
"def": "(verb) to want to have or achieve something (such as a particular career or level of success)—often + to —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"assassination:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to kill (someone, such as a famous or important person) usually for political reasons",
"source": "MW"
},
"assassination:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of saying false things about a person usually in order to make the public stop liking or trusting that person",
"source": "MW"
},
"assassination": {
"def": "(verb) to kill (someone, such as a famous or important person) usually for political reasons",
"source": "MW"
},
"assembly:noun": {
"def": "(noun) production line",
"source": "MW"
},
"assembly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe a product that is bought in parts that you have to put together",
"source": "MW"
},
"assembly": {
"def": "(noun) the act of connecting together the parts of something (such as a machine) : the act of assembling something",
"source": "MW"
},
"assert:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to state (something) in a strong and definite way",
"source": "MW"
},
"assert": {
"def": "(verb) to state (something) in a strong and definite way",
"source": "MW"
},
"assertion:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to state (something) in a strong and definite way",
"source": "MW"
},
"assertion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of expressing or defending your rights, claims, or opinions in a confident or forceful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"assertion": {
"def": "(verb) to state (something) in a strong and definite way",
"source": "MW"
},
"asset:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the practice of buying a company that is not successful at a low price and then selling its property (such as buildings or land) to make a profit",
"source": "MW"
},
"asset": {
"def": "(noun) a valuable person or thing —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"assign:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to carry or move (something) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"assign": {
"def": "(verb) to give someone a particular job or duty : to require someone to do a particular task",
"source": "MW"
},
"assistance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) money that the government gives to people who are poor, old, or disabled",
"source": "MW"
},
"assistance": {
"def": "(noun) the act of helping or assisting someone : help or support",
"source": "MW"
},
"assurance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) confidence in yourself and your abilities",
"source": "MW"
},
"assurance": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being sure or certain about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"assure:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be in an upright position with all of your weight on your feet",
"source": "MW"
},
"assure": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) certain : ensure",
"source": "MW"
},
"astonishing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing a feeling of great surprise or wonder : causing astonishment : amazing astounding",
"source": "MW"
},
"astonishing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause a feeling of great wonder or surprise in (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"astonishing": {
"def": "(adjective) causing a feeling of great surprise or wonder : causing astonishment : amazing astounding",
"source": "MW"
},
"asylum:noun": {
"def": "(noun) protection given by a government to someone who has left another country in order to escape being harmed",
"source": "MW"
},
"asylum:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not sane: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"asylum": {
"def": "(noun) protection given by a government to someone who has left another country in order to escape being harmed",
"source": "MW"
},
"athletic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to athletes",
"source": "MW"
},
"athletic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of underwear worn by men and boys to protect their sexual organs while playing sports —called also (chiefly US) athletic supporter",
"source": "MW"
},
"athletic": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to athletes",
"source": "MW"
},
"atrocity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very cruel or terrible act or action",
"source": "MW"
},
"atrocity": {
"def": "(noun) a very cruel or terrible act or action",
"source": "MW"
},
"attachment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an extra part that can be used with a machine to make it do a particular job",
"source": "MW"
},
"attachment": {
"def": "(noun) an extra part that can be used with a machine to make it do a particular job",
"source": "MW"
},
"attain:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to accomplish or achieve (something) : to succeed in getting or doing (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"attain": {
"def": "(verb) to accomplish or achieve (something) : to succeed in getting or doing (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"attendance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the number of people present at an event, meeting, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"attendance:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move your body in a way that goes with the rhythm and style of music that is being played",
"source": "MW"
},
"attendance:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having no mistakes or flaws",
"source": "MW"
},
"attendance": {
"def": "(noun) the number of people present at an event, meeting, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"attribute:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a usually good quality or feature that someone or something has",
"source": "MW"
},
"attribute": {
"def": "(noun) a usually good quality or feature that someone or something has",
"source": "MW"
},
"auction:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a solid piece of material (such as rock or wood) that has flat sides and is usually square or rectangular in shape",
"source": "MW"
},
"auction:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to sell (something) at an auction —often + off",
"source": "MW"
},
"auction:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) in a high place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"auction": {
"def": "(noun) a public sale at which things are sold to the people who offer to pay the most",
"source": "MW"
},
"audio:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the sound that is heard on a recording or broadcast",
"source": "MW"
},
"audio:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a recording of a book or magazine being read",
"source": "MW"
},
"audio:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) relating to hearing or sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"audio": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the sound that is heard on a recording or broadcast",
"source": "MW"
},
"audit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a complete and careful examination of the financial records of a business or person",
"source": "MW"
},
"audit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to check the financial records of (a business or person) : to perform an audit on (a business or person)",
"source": "MW"
},
"audit": {
"def": "(noun) a complete and careful examination of the financial records of a business or person",
"source": "MW"
},
"authentic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) real or genuine : not copied or false",
"source": "MW"
},
"authentic": {
"def": "(adjective) real or genuine : not copied or false",
"source": "MW"
},
"authorize:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give power or permission to (someone or something) —usually followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"authorize": {
"def": "(verb) to give power or permission to (someone or something) —usually followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"auto:noun": {
"def": "(noun) automobile —usually used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"auto:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) self : same one",
"source": "MW"
},
"auto": {
"def": "(noun) automobile —usually used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"autonomy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state of existing or acting separately from others : independence",
"source": "MW"
},
"autonomy": {
"def": "(noun) the state of existing or acting separately from others : independence",
"source": "MW"
},
"availability:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) easy or possible to get or use",
"source": "MW"
},
"availability": {
"def": "(adjective) easy or possible to get or use",
"source": "MW"
},
"await:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to wait for (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"await": {
"def": "(verb) to wait for (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"awkward:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not graceful : clumsy",
"source": "MW"
},
"awkward": {
"def": "(adjective) not graceful : clumsy",
"source": "MW"
},
"backdrop:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a painted cloth that is hung across the back of a stage",
"source": "MW"
},
"backdrop": {
"def": "(noun) a painted cloth that is hung across the back of a stage",
"source": "MW"
},
"backing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that forms a back",
"source": "MW"
},
"backing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give help to (someone) : support",
"source": "MW"
},
"backing": {
"def": "(noun) something that forms a back",
"source": "MW"
},
"backup:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the rear part of the body : the part of the body that is opposite to the stomach and chest and that goes from the neck to the top of the legs",
"source": "MW"
},
"backup:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give help to (someone) : support",
"source": "MW"
},
"backup": {
"def": "(noun) a person or thing that can be used to replace or support another person or thing —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"badge:noun": {
"def": "(noun) respect that is given to someone who is admired",
"source": "MW"
},
"badge": {
"def": "(noun) a small object (such as a tag, pin, or metal shield) that is worn or held up by a person so that it can be easily seen, that has writing (such as a person's name) and often a picture on it, and that shows who the person is",
"source": "MW"
},
"bail:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an agreement to stop fighting, hiding, resisting, etc., because you know that you will not win or succeed : an act of surrendering",
"source": "MW"
},
"bail:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to send (a case) back to another court of law to be tried or dealt with again",
"source": "MW"
},
"bail": {
"def": "(noun) an amount of money given to a court to allow a prisoner to leave jail and return later for a trial",
"source": "MW"
},
"balanced:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having good or equal amounts of all the necessary parts of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"balanced:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something, such as a plate or your body) steady by keeping weight equal on all sides —usually + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"balanced:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a tool or device with a sharp edge that is used to shave or cut hair from the face, body, or head",
"source": "MW"
},
"balanced": {
"def": "(adjective) having good or equal amounts of all the necessary parts of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"ballet:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a kind of dancing that is performed on a stage and that uses dance, music, costumes, and scenery to tell a story —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"ballet": {
"def": "(noun) a kind of dancing that is performed on a stage and that uses dance, music, costumes, and scenery to tell a story —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"balloon:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a heavy and soft metal that has a gray color —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"balloon:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become bigger quickly",
"source": "MW"
},
"balloon": {
"def": "(noun) a thin usually rubber bag that becomes larger when it is filled with air or gas",
"source": "MW"
},
"ballot:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a vote that is submitted before an election by a voter who is not able to be present when the election occurs",
"source": "MW"
},
"ballot:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to fill (something) so that there is no room for anything else —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"ballot": {
"def": "(noun) a ticket or piece of paper used to vote in an election",
"source": "MW"
},
"bankruptcy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the condition of being bankrupt : a condition of financial failure caused by not having the money that you need to pay your debts —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"bankruptcy:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say or state (something) in an official or public way",
"source": "MW"
},
"bankruptcy": {
"def": "(noun) the condition of being bankrupt : a condition of financial failure caused by not having the money that you need to pay your debts —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"banner:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large strip of cloth with a design, picture, or writing on it —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"banner:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) unusually good",
"source": "MW"
},
"banner": {
"def": "(noun) a large strip of cloth with a design, picture, or writing on it —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"barrel:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of animal that is closely related to apes and humans and that has a long tail and usually lives in trees",
"source": "MW"
},
"barrel:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move very fast and often in an uncontrolled or dangerous way",
"source": "MW"
},
"barrel:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a large, round chest that usually suggests great strength",
"source": "MW"
},
"barrel": {
"def": "(noun) a round usually wooden container with curved sides and flat ends",
"source": "MW"
},
"basement:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a section of a large store where products are sold at lower prices",
"source": "MW"
},
"basement:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having reached the end of an activity, job, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"basement": {
"def": "(noun) the part of a building that is entirely or partly below the ground",
"source": "MW"
},
"basket:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small container for trash —called also wastepaper basket",
"source": "MW"
},
"basket": {
"def": "(noun) a container usually made by weaving together long thin pieces of material",
"source": "MW"
},
"bass:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very large musical instrument that is shaped like a violin —called also contrabass",
"source": "MW"
},
"bass:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or indicating a low sound or range",
"source": "MW"
},
"bass": {
"def": "(noun) low and deep sound : the lowest range of sounds used in music",
"source": "MW"
},
"bat:noun": {
"def": "(noun) any one of the hairs that grow along the top of the eyelid",
"source": "MW"
},
"bat:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to close and open (your eyes or eyelashes) very quickly several times especially as a way of flirting",
"source": "MW"
},
"bat:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) unable to see",
"source": "MW"
},
"bat": {
"def": "(noun) a long rounded stick that is used to hit the ball in baseball",
"source": "MW"
},
"battlefield:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place where a battle is fought",
"source": "MW"
},
"battlefield": {
"def": "(noun) a place where a battle is fought",
"source": "MW"
},
"beam:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the setting of a vehicle's headlights that makes the least bright light",
"source": "MW"
},
"beam:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to smile happily",
"source": "MW"
},
"beam": {
"def": "(noun) a line of light coming from a source (such as the sun or a headlight)",
"source": "MW"
},
"behavioral:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the way a person or animal acts or behaves",
"source": "MW"
},
"behavioral": {
"def": "(noun) the way a person or animal acts or behaves",
"source": "MW"
},
"beloved:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very much loved : dearly loved",
"source": "MW"
},
"beloved": {
"def": "(adjective) very much loved : dearly loved",
"source": "MW"
},
"bench:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the front row of seats on both sides in a British legislature (such as the House of Commons) where the leaders sit; also : the leaders themselves",
"source": "MW"
},
"bench:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to not allow (a player) to play in a game : to put (a player) on the bench",
"source": "MW"
},
"bench": {
"def": "(noun) a long and usually hard seat for two or more people",
"source": "MW"
},
"benchmark:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that can be used as a way to judge the quality or level of other, similar things",
"source": "MW"
},
"benchmark": {
"def": "(noun) something that can be used as a way to judge the quality or level of other, similar things",
"source": "MW"
},
"beneath:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in or to a lower position : below",
"source": "MW"
},
"beneath:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in or to a lower position than (something or someone) : below",
"source": "MW"
},
"beneath:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an outside part or layer of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"beneath": {
"def": "(adverb) in or to a lower position : below",
"source": "MW"
},
"beneficial:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) producing good or helpful results or effects : producing benefits",
"source": "MW"
},
"beneficial": {
"def": "(adjective) producing good or helpful results or effects : producing benefits",
"source": "MW"
},
"beneficiary:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person, organization, etc., that is helped by something : someone or something that benefits from something",
"source": "MW"
},
"beneficiary": {
"def": "(noun) a person, organization, etc., that is helped by something : someone or something that benefits from something",
"source": "MW"
},
"besides:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) other than (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"besides:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) as well : also",
"source": "MW"
},
"besides": {
"def": "(preposition) other than (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"beverage:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something you can drink : a liquid for drinking",
"source": "MW"
},
"beverage": {
"def": "(noun) something you can drink : a liquid for drinking",
"source": "MW"
},
"bias:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a tendency to believe that some people, ideas, etc., are better than others that usually results in treating some people unfairly",
"source": "MW"
},
"bias:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have a strong and often unfair influence on (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"bias": {
"def": "(noun) a tendency to believe that some people, ideas, etc., are better than others that usually results in treating some people unfairly",
"source": "MW"
},
"bid:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to offer to pay (a particular amount of money) for something that is being sold : to make a bid at an auction",
"source": "MW"
},
"bid:noun": {
"def": "(noun) farewell —usually used to say that you hope someone who is leaving on a trip will have a good journey",
"source": "MW"
},
"bid:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) agreeing with what is thought to be right or acceptable",
"source": "MW"
},
"bid": {
"def": "(verb) to offer to pay (a particular amount of money) for something that is being sold : to make a bid at an auction",
"source": "MW"
},
"biography:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the story of a real person's life written by someone other than that person",
"source": "MW"
},
"biography": {
"def": "(noun) the story of a real person's life written by someone other than that person",
"source": "MW"
},
"biological:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to biology or to life and living things",
"source": "MW"
},
"biological:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is a father or mother : a person who has a child",
"source": "MW"
},
"biological": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to biology or to life and living things",
"source": "MW"
},
"bishop:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group that provides help or assistance",
"source": "MW"
},
"bishop": {
"def": "(noun) an official in some Christian religions who is ranked higher than a priest and who is usually in charge of church matters in a specific geographical area",
"source": "MW"
},
"bizarre:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very unusual or strange",
"source": "MW"
},
"bizarre": {
"def": "(adjective) very unusual or strange",
"source": "MW"
},
"blanket:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who makes it difficult for other people to enjoy themselves by complaining, by showing no enthusiasm, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"blanket:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cover (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"blanket:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) affecting or applying to everyone or everything",
"source": "MW"
},
"blanket": {
"def": "(noun) a covering made of cloth that is used especially on a bed to keep you warm",
"source": "MW"
},
"blast:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an earlier time : the time before the present —usually used with the",
"source": "MW"
},
"blast:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to destroy, break apart, or remove (something) with an explosive",
"source": "MW"
},
"blast:interjection": {
"def": "(interjection) —used to express anger or annoyance",
"source": "MW"
},
"blast:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) containing or holding as much or as many as possible —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"blast": {
"def": "(noun) a mass of air that moves very quickly and forcefully",
"source": "MW"
},
"bleed:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to lose or release blood because of a cut, injury, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"bleed:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having no or very little water or liquid",
"source": "MW"
},
"bleed": {
"def": "(verb) to lose or release blood because of a cut, injury, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"blend:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to mix (things) thoroughly and usually with good results",
"source": "MW"
},
"blend:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something produced by mixing or combining different things",
"source": "MW"
},
"blend": {
"def": "(verb) to mix (things) thoroughly and usually with good results",
"source": "MW"
},
"bless:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something or someone) holy by saying a special prayer",
"source": "MW"
},
"bless:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the spiritual part of a person that is believed to give life to the body and in many religions is believed to live forever",
"source": "MW"
},
"bless": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something or someone) holy by saying a special prayer",
"source": "MW"
},
"boast:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to express too much pride in yourself or in something you have, have done, or are connected to in some way",
"source": "MW"
},
"boast:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a statement in which you express too much pride in yourself or in something you have, have done, or are connected to in some way",
"source": "MW"
},
"boast": {
"def": "(verb) to express too much pride in yourself or in something you have, have done, or are connected to in some way",
"source": "MW"
},
"bold:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very obvious and showing no feeling of doing something wrong : blatant",
"source": "MW"
},
"bold:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a yellow metal that is made by combining copper and zinc —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"bold:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to build, create, or produce (something) by work or effort —often followed by with to describe the things that are used to produce something —often followed by of to describe the material that forms something —often followed by from to describe the source of a product",
"source": "MW"
},
"bold": {
"def": "(adjective) not afraid of danger or difficult situations",
"source": "MW"
},
"bombing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to drop a bomb from an airplane on (something) after approaching it at a sharp or steep angle",
"source": "MW"
},
"bombing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or result of making something very wet",
"source": "MW"
},
"bombing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to suicide —used especially to describe something that is done by a person who plans and expects to be killed while doing it",
"source": "MW"
},
"bombing": {
"def": "(verb) to attack (a place or people) with a bomb or many bombs",
"source": "MW"
},
"bonus:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something good that is more than what was expected or required",
"source": "MW"
},
"bonus": {
"def": "(noun) something good that is more than what was expected or required",
"source": "MW"
},
"booking:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place in a train station or bus station where people can buy tickets",
"source": "MW"
},
"booking:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make plans for (someone or something) to be in two different places at the same time",
"source": "MW"
},
"booking": {
"def": "(noun) an arrangement for a person or group (such as a singer or band) to perform at a particular place",
"source": "MW"
},
"boom:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a deep and loud sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"boom:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the number of people who live in a place —often + of —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"boom": {
"def": "(verb) to make a deep and loud sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"boost:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to increase the force, power, or amount of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"boost:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an increase in amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"boost": {
"def": "(verb) to increase the force, power, or amount of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"bounce:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (a ball, rock, etc.) to hit against a surface and quickly move in a different and usually opposite direction",
"source": "MW"
},
"bounce:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a pass to a teammate that is made by bouncing the ball once",
"source": "MW"
},
"bounce": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (a ball, rock, etc.) to hit against a surface and quickly move in a different and usually opposite direction",
"source": "MW"
},
"bound:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having pages held together along one edge by a continuous piece of wire or plastic that passes through holes in the pages",
"source": "MW"
},
"bound:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the point at which something (such as an idea or someone's behavior) stops being good or acceptable : the limit of what is correct or proper",
"source": "MW"
},
"bound:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to tie or wrap (something) with rope, string, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"bound": {
"def": "(adjective) very likely or certain to do or to be something",
"source": "MW"
},
"boundary:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a river, a fence, or an imaginary line) that shows where an area ends and another area begins",
"source": "MW"
},
"boundary": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a river, a fence, or an imaginary line) that shows where an area ends and another area begins",
"source": "MW"
},
"breach:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a state in which there is no war or fighting",
"source": "MW"
},
"breach:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become healthy or well again",
"source": "MW"
},
"breach": {
"def": "(noun) a failure to do what is required by a law, an agreement, or a duty : failure to act in a required or promised way—usually + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"breakdown:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a truck with special equipment on the back of it to tow away vehicles —called also (British) breakdown truck",
"source": "MW"
},
"breakdown:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to separate (something) into parts or pieces often in a sudden and forceful or violent way",
"source": "MW"
},
"breakdown": {
"def": "(noun) a failure of a machine to function : an occurrence in which a machine (such as a car) stops working",
"source": "MW"
},
"breakthrough:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sudden increase in knowledge, understanding, etc. : an important discovery that happens after trying for a long time to understand or explain something —sometimes used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"breakthrough:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to separate (something) into parts or pieces often in a sudden and forceful or violent way",
"source": "MW"
},
"breakthrough": {
"def": "(noun) a sudden increase in knowledge, understanding, etc. : an important discovery that happens after trying for a long time to understand or explain something —sometimes used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"breed:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to keep and take care of animals or plants in order to produce more animals or plants of a particular kind",
"source": "MW"
},
"breed:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who has parents of different races; especially : a person who has a Native American parent and a white parent",
"source": "MW"
},
"breed:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) separate or different from others",
"source": "MW"
},
"breed": {
"def": "(verb) to keep and take care of animals or plants in order to produce more animals or plants of a particular kind",
"source": "MW"
},
"brick:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a brownish-red color",
"source": "MW"
},
"brick:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe a traditional store or business that is in a building instead of on the Internet",
"source": "MW"
},
"brick:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to let (something) fall",
"source": "MW"
},
"brick": {
"def": "(noun) a small, hard block of baked clay that is used to build structures (such as houses) and sometimes to make streets, paths, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"broadband:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a fast electronic network that carries more than one type of communication (such as Internet and cable television signals)",
"source": "MW"
},
"broadband": {
"def": "(noun) a fast electronic network that carries more than one type of communication (such as Internet and cable television signals)",
"source": "MW"
},
"broadcaster:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to send out (signals, programs, etc.) by radio or television",
"source": "MW"
},
"broadcaster": {
"def": "(verb) to send out (signals, programs, etc.) by radio or television",
"source": "MW"
},
"broadly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) large from one side to the other side : wide",
"source": "MW"
},
"broadly:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to explain the meaning of (a word, phrase, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"broadly": {
"def": "(adjective) large from one side to the other side : wide",
"source": "MW"
},
"browser:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who looks at the things being sold in a store to see if there is something worth buying : a person who browses",
"source": "MW"
},
"browser": {
"def": "(noun) a person who looks at the things being sold in a store to see if there is something worth buying : a person who browses",
"source": "MW"
},
"brutal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely cruel or harsh",
"source": "MW"
},
"brutal": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely cruel or harsh",
"source": "MW"
},
"buck:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sudden loud noise",
"source": "MW"
},
"buck:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to not move, walk, etc., after doing so before",
"source": "MW"
},
"buck:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) completely naked : not wearing any clothes",
"source": "MW"
},
"buck": {
"def": "(noun) a male animal (such as a male deer)",
"source": "MW"
},
"buddy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of related parts that move or work together",
"source": "MW"
},
"buddy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very friendly or too friendly",
"source": "MW"
},
"buddy": {
"def": "(noun) a close friend—used especially to describe men or boys who are friends",
"source": "MW"
},
"buffer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an area that keeps two things separated",
"source": "MW"
},
"buffer:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to protect (something) from something",
"source": "MW"
},
"buffer": {
"def": "(noun) something that gives protection by separating things : a protective barrier —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"bug:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small, gray insect that lives under stones and in other dark, wet places",
"source": "MW"
},
"bug:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to press down on or cut into (someone or something) with the teeth —often + off —often + down, into, or through",
"source": "MW"
},
"bug:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having eyes that stick far out of the head",
"source": "MW"
},
"bug": {
"def": "(noun) a usually small insect —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"bulk:noun": {
"def": "(noun) most of something : the largest part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"bulk:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) great in size or amount : big",
"source": "MW"
},
"bulk": {
"def": "(noun) most of something : the largest part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"bureaucracy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large group of people who are involved in running a government but who are not elected",
"source": "MW"
},
"bureaucracy": {
"def": "(noun) a large group of people who are involved in running a government but who are not elected",
"source": "MW"
},
"burial:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an area of land that has been measured and is considered as a unit",
"source": "MW"
},
"burial": {
"def": "(noun) the act or ceremony of burying a dead person in a grave —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"burst:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to show that you are happy or that you think something is funny by smiling and making a sound from your throat —often + at",
"source": "MW"
},
"burst:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a drop of liquid that comes from your eyes especially when you cry : teardrop",
"source": "MW"
},
"burst:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) proper or acceptable : morally or socially correct—often + for —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"burst": {
"def": "(verb) to break open or into pieces in a sudden and violent way",
"source": "MW"
},
"cabin:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long, heavy section of a tree that has fallen or been cut down",
"source": "MW"
},
"cabin": {
"def": "(noun) a small, simple house made of wood",
"source": "MW"
},
"cabinet:noun": {
"def": "(noun) file cabinet",
"source": "MW"
},
"cabinet": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of furniture that is used for storing things and usually has doors and shelves",
"source": "MW"
},
"calculation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a process or result of calculating something",
"source": "MW"
},
"calculation": {
"def": "(noun) a process or result of calculating something",
"source": "MW"
},
"canal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a dental procedure to save a tooth by removing the diseased or injured tissue in its root",
"source": "MW"
},
"canal": {
"def": "(noun) a long narrow place that is filled with water and was created by people so that boats could pass through it or to supply fields, crops, etc., with water",
"source": "MW"
},
"candle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a point that marks the limit of something : the point at which something no longer continues to happen or exist",
"source": "MW"
},
"candle:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have or keep (something) in your hand, arms, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"candle:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to indicate the value of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"candle": {
"def": "(noun) wax that has been formed into a stick or another shape and has a string in the middle that can be burned",
"source": "MW"
},
"canvas:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a strong, rough cloth that is used to make bags, tents, sails, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"canvas": {
"def": "(noun) a strong, rough cloth that is used to make bags, tents, sails, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"capability:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to do something —often plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"capability": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to do something —often plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"capitalism:noun": {
"def": "(noun) money that is used to start a new business",
"source": "MW"
},
"capitalism": {
"def": "(noun) a way of organizing an economy so that the things that are used to make and transport products (such as land, oil, factories, ships, etc.) are owned by individual people and companies rather than by the government",
"source": "MW"
},
"capitalist:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to capitalism : using capitalism as an economic system",
"source": "MW"
},
"capitalist:noun": {
"def": "(noun) money that is used to start a new business",
"source": "MW"
},
"capitalist": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to capitalism : using capitalism as an economic system",
"source": "MW"
},
"carbon:noun": {
"def": "(noun) paper with a dark substance on one side that is placed between two other pieces of paper and used to make copies of documents",
"source": "MW"
},
"carbon": {
"def": "(noun) a chemical element that forms diamonds and coal and that is found in petroleum and in all living plants and animals",
"source": "MW"
},
"cargo:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is carried from one place to another by boat, airplane, etc. —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"cargo": {
"def": "(noun) something that is carried from one place to another by boat, airplane, etc. —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"carriage:noun": {
"def": "(noun) baby carriage",
"source": "MW"
},
"carriage": {
"def": "(noun) a large vehicle with four wheels that is pulled by a horse and that carries people —called also coach",
"source": "MW"
},
"carve:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something, such as a sculpture or design) by cutting off pieces of the material it is made of —often + out of or from",
"source": "MW"
},
"carve": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something, such as a sculpture or design) by cutting off pieces of the material it is made of —often + out of or from",
"source": "MW"
},
"casino:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a building or room that has games (such as roulette or blackjack) for gambling",
"source": "MW"
},
"casino": {
"def": "(noun) a building or room that has games (such as roulette or blackjack) for gambling",
"source": "MW"
},
"casual:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening by chance : not planned or expected",
"source": "MW"
},
"casual:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who sees and notices someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"casual": {
"def": "(adjective) happening by chance : not planned or expected",
"source": "MW"
},
"casualty:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a hospital room or area that is used for treating people who need immediate medical care—abbr. ER—called also (British) casualty",
"source": "MW"
},
"casualty": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is hurt or killed during an accident, war, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"catalog:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a set of cards in a library that have information about books, journals, etc., written on them and are arranged in alphabetical order —called also (British) card index",
"source": "MW"
},
"catalog:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to list or describe (something) in an organized way",
"source": "MW"
},
"catalog": {
"def": "(noun) a book containing a list of things that you can buy, use, etc., and often pictures",
"source": "MW"
},
"cater:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to provide food and drinks at a party, meeting, etc., especially as a job",
"source": "MW"
},
"cater": {
"def": "(verb) to provide food and drinks at a party, meeting, etc., especially as a job",
"source": "MW"
},
"cattle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a device that is used to make cattle move by giving them an electric shock",
"source": "MW"
},
"cattle": {
"def": "(noun) cows, bulls, or steers that are kept on a farm or ranch for meat or milk —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"caution:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a natural movement of air outside",
"source": "MW"
},
"caution:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to throw or push (something) in a sudden and forceful way —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"caution:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) required or expected to happen : expected to be in a particular place at a particular time —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"caution": {
"def": "(noun) care taken to avoid danger or risk : a careful attitude or way of behaving",
"source": "MW"
},
"cease:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stop doing something —often + from",
"source": "MW"
},
"cease:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something or someone that is very surprising, beautiful, amazing, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"cease": {
"def": "(verb) to stop happening : to end",
"source": "MW"
},
"cemetery:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place where dead people are buried : graveyard",
"source": "MW"
},
"cemetery": {
"def": "(noun) a place where dead people are buried : graveyard",
"source": "MW"
},
"certainty:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being or feeling certain about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"certainty": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being or feeling certain about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"certificate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a legal document that shows that a marriage has taken place",
"source": "MW"
},
"certificate": {
"def": "(noun) a document that is official proof that something has happened",
"source": "MW"
},
"challenging:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) difficult in a way that is usually interesting or enjoyable",
"source": "MW"
},
"challenging:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say or show that (something) may not be true, correct, or legal : dispute",
"source": "MW"
},
"challenging": {
"def": "(adjective) difficult in a way that is usually interesting or enjoyable",
"source": "MW"
},
"championship:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an important competition that decides which player or team is the best in a particular sport, game, etc. —often plural —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"championship": {
"def": "(noun) an important competition that decides which player or team is the best in a particular sport, game, etc. —often plural —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"chaos:noun": {
"def": "(noun) complete confusion and disorder : a state in which behavior and events are not controlled by anything",
"source": "MW"
},
"chaos": {
"def": "(noun) complete confusion and disorder : a state in which behavior and events are not controlled by anything",
"source": "MW"
},
"characterize:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to describe the character or special qualities of (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"characterize": {
"def": "(verb) to describe the character or special qualities of (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"charm:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is believed to have magic powers and especially to prevent bad luck",
"source": "MW"
},
"charm:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put a spell on (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"charm:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) occupying the number three position in a series",
"source": "MW"
},
"charm": {
"def": "(noun) something that is believed to have magic powers and especially to prevent bad luck",
"source": "MW"
},
"charming:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very pleasing or appealing : full of charm",
"source": "MW"
},
"charming:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put a spell on (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"charming:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a man who is handsome, brave, polite, etc., and would be a perfect husband or boyfriend",
"source": "MW"
},
"charming": {
"def": "(adjective) very pleasing or appealing : full of charm",
"source": "MW"
},
"charter:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an original member of a group (such as a club or corporation) —called also (US) charter member, founder member",
"source": "MW"
},
"charter:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give a charter to (a government, corporation, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"charter:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) hired for temporary use",
"source": "MW"
},
"charter": {
"def": "(noun) a document issued by a government that gives rights to a person or group",
"source": "MW"
},
"cheer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a soft, red berry that is sweet and juicy",
"source": "MW"
},
"cheer:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to shout with joy, approval, or enthusiasm",
"source": "MW"
},
"cheer": {
"def": "(noun) a shout of praise or encouragement",
"source": "MW"
},
"choir:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of singers especially in a church",
"source": "MW"
},
"choir:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a speech about religion in a church or other public place : to deliver a sermon",
"source": "MW"
},
"choir": {
"def": "(noun) a group of singers especially in a church",
"source": "MW"
},
"chop:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cut (something) into pieces by hitting it with the sharp edge of an ax, knife, etc. —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"chop:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a combination of vegetables and meat or fish that is served with rice",
"source": "MW"
},
"chop:interjection": {
"def": "(interjection) —used to tell someone to hurry",
"source": "MW"
},
"chop": {
"def": "(verb) to cut (something) into pieces by hitting it with the sharp edge of an ax, knife, etc. —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"chronic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) continuing or occurring again and again for a long time",
"source": "MW"
},
"chronic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an illness that makes you feel very tired for a very long time and that often includes other symptoms such as headaches and weakness—abbr. CFS",
"source": "MW"
},
"chronic": {
"def": "(adjective) continuing or occurring again and again for a long time",
"source": "MW"
},
"chunk:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act, process, or result of changing: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"chunk": {
"def": "(noun) a thick piece of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"circuit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the failure of electricity to flow properly in a circuit because the wires or connections in the circuit are damaged or not connected properly",
"source": "MW"
},
"circuit:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe a television system that sends its signal through wires to a limited number of televisions",
"source": "MW"
},
"circuit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something) to have a short circuit",
"source": "MW"
},
"circuit": {
"def": "(noun) a series of performances, sports events, lectures, etc., that are held or done at many different places—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"circulate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move without stopping through a system, place, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"circulate": {
"def": "(verb) to move without stopping through a system, place, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"circulation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the movement of blood through the body that is caused by the pumping action of the heart",
"source": "MW"
},
"circulation": {
"def": "(noun) the movement of blood through the body that is caused by the pumping action of the heart",
"source": "MW"
},
"citizenship:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the fact or status of being a citizen of a particular place",
"source": "MW"
},
"citizenship:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having two different parts, uses, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"citizenship": {
"def": "(noun) the fact or status of being a citizen of a particular place",
"source": "MW"
},
"civic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) tending to do things that help your city or town and the people who live there",
"source": "MW"
},
"civic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large public building for sports events, concerts, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"civic": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a city or town or the people who live there",
"source": "MW"
},
"civilian:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is not a member of the military or of a police or firefighting force",
"source": "MW"
},
"civilian": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is not a member of the military or of a police or firefighting force",
"source": "MW"
},
"civilization:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the condition that exists when people have developed effective ways of organizing a society and care about art, science, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"civilization": {
"def": "(noun) the condition that exists when people have developed effective ways of organizing a society and care about art, science, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"clarify:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) clear or clearer: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"clarify": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) clear or clearer: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"clarity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the quality of being clear: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"clarity": {
"def": "(noun) the quality of being clear: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"clash:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be in a situation in which you are fighting or disagreeing : to come into conflict with someone —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"clash:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a legal document in which a person states who should receive his or her possessions after he or she dies",
"source": "MW"
},
"clash": {
"def": "(verb) to be in a situation in which you are fighting or disagreeing : to come into conflict with someone —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"classification:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of putting people or things into groups based on ways that they are alike",
"source": "MW"
},
"classification:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"classification": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of putting people or things into groups based on ways that they are alike",
"source": "MW"
},
"classify:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to arrange (people or things) into groups based on ways that they are alike —often used as (be) classified",
"source": "MW"
},
"classify": {
"def": "(verb) to arrange (people or things) into groups based on ways that they are alike —often used as (be) classified",
"source": "MW"
},
"cling:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hold onto something or someone very tightly —usually + to or onto",
"source": "MW"
},
"cling:noun": {
"def": "(noun) thin, clear plastic that is used to wrap food or to cover containers that have food in them —called also (British) cling film",
"source": "MW"
},
"cling:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) showing little or no change, action, or progress",
"source": "MW"
},
"cling": {
"def": "(verb) to hold onto something or someone very tightly —usually + to or onto",
"source": "MW"
},
"clinic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place where people get medical help",
"source": "MW"
},
"clinic": {
"def": "(noun) a place where people get medical help",
"source": "MW"
},
"clinical:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or based on work done with real patients : of or relating to the medical treatment that is given to patients in hospitals, clinics, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"clinical:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a formal meeting in a court in which evidence about crimes, disagreements, etc., is presented to a judge and often a jury so that decisions can be made according to the law",
"source": "MW"
},
"clinical": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or based on work done with real patients : of or relating to the medical treatment that is given to patients in hospitals, clinics, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"clip:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a part of an animal's body that is used for flying or gliding",
"source": "MW"
},
"clip:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) shorter or neater by cutting off small pieces",
"source": "MW"
},
"clip:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not shaking or moving : held firmly in one place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"clip": {
"def": "(noun) a usually small piece of metal or plastic that holds things together or keeps things in place",
"source": "MW"
},
"closure:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a situation or occurrence in which something (such as a business or factory) closes forever",
"source": "MW"
},
"closure": {
"def": "(noun) a situation or occurrence in which something (such as a business or factory) closes forever",
"source": "MW"
},
"cluster:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of bomb that is dropped from an airplane and that contains many small bombs",
"source": "MW"
},
"cluster:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to come together to form a group",
"source": "MW"
},
"cluster": {
"def": "(noun) a group of things or people that are close together",
"source": "MW"
},
"coalition:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people, groups, or countries who have joined together for a common purpose —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"coalition": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people, groups, or countries who have joined together for a common purpose —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"coastal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the land along or near a sea or ocean",
"source": "MW"
},
"coastal": {
"def": "(noun) the land along or near a sea or ocean",
"source": "MW"
},
"cocktail:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long, low table that is usually placed in front of a sofa in someone's home",
"source": "MW"
},
"cocktail": {
"def": "(noun) an alcoholic drink that is a mixture of one or more liquors and other ingredients (such as fruit juice) —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"cognitive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or involving conscious mental activities (such as thinking, understanding, learning, and remembering)",
"source": "MW"
},
"cognitive": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or involving conscious mental activities (such as thinking, understanding, learning, and remembering)",
"source": "MW"
},
"coincide:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to happen at the same time as something else —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"coincide": {
"def": "(verb) to happen at the same time as something else —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"coincidence:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a situation in which events happen at the same time in a way that is not planned or expected",
"source": "MW"
},
"coincidence": {
"def": "(noun) a situation in which events happen at the same time in a way that is not planned or expected",
"source": "MW"
},
"collaborate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to work with another person or group in order to achieve or do something —often + on or in —sometimes followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"collaborate": {
"def": "(verb) to work with another person or group in order to achieve or do something —often + on or in —sometimes followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"collaboration:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to work with another person or group in order to achieve or do something —often + on or in —sometimes followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"collaboration": {
"def": "(verb) to work with another person or group in order to achieve or do something —often + on or in —sometimes followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"collective:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) shared or done by a group of people : involving all members of a group",
"source": "MW"
},
"collective:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a farm that is run by several farmers and controlled by the government",
"source": "MW"
},
"collective": {
"def": "(adjective) shared or done by a group of people : involving all members of a group",
"source": "MW"
},
"collector:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the hobby of collecting postage stamps",
"source": "MW"
},
"collector": {
"def": "(noun) a person who collects certain things as a hobby",
"source": "MW"
},
"collision:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act of colliding: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"collision": {
"def": "(noun) an act of colliding: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"colonial:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a colony",
"source": "MW"
},
"colonial:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a two-story house built in a style that was first popular in the U.S. during the American colonial period (before 1776)",
"source": "MW"
},
"colonial": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a colony",
"source": "MW"
},
"colony:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a colony (such as Gibraltar or the Falkland Islands) that is under the control of the British government",
"source": "MW"
},
"colony:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or used for punishment",
"source": "MW"
},
"colony": {
"def": "(noun) an area that is controlled by or belongs to a country and is usually far away from it",
"source": "MW"
},
"colorful:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a bright color or a lot of different colors : full of color",
"source": "MW"
},
"colorful": {
"def": "(adjective) having a bright color or a lot of different colors : full of color",
"source": "MW"
},
"columnist:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an article in a newspaper or magazine that offers advice to people who write to ask for help with a problem —called also (British) agony column",
"source": "MW"
},
"columnist": {
"def": "(noun) a person who writes a newspaper or magazine column",
"source": "MW"
},
"combat:noun": {
"def": "(noun) battle fatigue",
"source": "MW"
},
"combat:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to try to stop (something) from happening or getting worse",
"source": "MW"
},
"combat:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) certain to die",
"source": "MW"
},
"combat": {
"def": "(noun) active fighting especially in a war —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"comic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a comedy",
"source": "MW"
},
"comic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a pleasant and relaxed feeling that someone has when something unpleasant stops or does not happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"comic": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a comedy",
"source": "MW"
},
"commander:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a high-ranking officer in the British air force",
"source": "MW"
},
"commander": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is in charge of a group of people —often used as a title",
"source": "MW"
},
"commentary:noun": {
"def": "(noun) spoken or written discussion in which people express opinions about someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"commentary": {
"def": "(noun) spoken or written discussion in which people express opinions about someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"commentator:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who discusses important people and events on television, in newspapers, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"commentator": {
"def": "(noun) a person who discusses important people and events on television, in newspapers, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"commerce:noun": {
"def": "(noun) activities that relate to the buying and selling of goods and services over the Internet",
"source": "MW"
},
"commerce": {
"def": "(noun) activities that relate to the buying and selling of goods and services",
"source": "MW"
},
"commissioner:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a member of a commission : one of a group of people who have been given the official job of finding information about something or controlling something",
"source": "MW"
},
"commissioner": {
"def": "(noun) a member of a commission : one of a group of people who have been given the official job of finding information about something or controlling something",
"source": "MW"
},
"commodity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is bought and sold",
"source": "MW"
},
"commodity:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a high temperature",
"source": "MW"
},
"commodity": {
"def": "(noun) something that is bought and sold",
"source": "MW"
},
"communist:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who believes in communism or is a member of a political party that supports communism",
"source": "MW"
},
"communist": {
"def": "(noun) a person who believes in communism or is a member of a political party that supports communism",
"source": "MW"
},
"comparable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to say that two or more things are very similar and can be compared to each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"comparable": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to say that two or more things are very similar and can be compared to each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"comparative:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) involving the act of looking at the ways that things are alike or different",
"source": "MW"
},
"comparative:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the comparative form of an adjective or adverb : the form of an adjective or adverb that is used to indicate more of a particular quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"comparative": {
"def": "(adjective) involving the act of looking at the ways that things are alike or different",
"source": "MW"
},
"compel:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to force (someone) to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"compel": {
"def": "(verb) to force (someone) to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"compelling:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very interesting : able to capture and hold your attention",
"source": "MW"
},
"compelling:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to force (someone) to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"compelling": {
"def": "(adjective) very interesting : able to capture and hold your attention",
"source": "MW"
},
"compensate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to provide something good as a balance against something bad or undesirable : to make up for some defect or weakness",
"source": "MW"
},
"compensate": {
"def": "(verb) to provide something good as a balance against something bad or undesirable : to make up for some defect or weakness",
"source": "MW"
},
"compensation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state of not having a job",
"source": "MW"
},
"compensation:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to search for (someone or something) : to try to find (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"compensation": {
"def": "(noun) something that is done or given to make up for damage, trouble, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"competence:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to do something well : the quality or state of being competent",
"source": "MW"
},
"competence": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to do something well : the quality or state of being competent",
"source": "MW"
},
"competent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having the necessary ability or skills : able to do something well or well enough to meet a standard",
"source": "MW"
},
"competent": {
"def": "(adjective) having the necessary ability or skills : able to do something well or well enough to meet a standard",
"source": "MW"
},
"compile:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to create (a CD, book, list, etc.) by gathering things (such as songs or pieces of writing or information)",
"source": "MW"
},
"compile": {
"def": "(verb) to create (a CD, book, list, etc.) by gathering things (such as songs or pieces of writing or information)",
"source": "MW"
},
"complement:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that completes something else or makes it better",
"source": "MW"
},
"complement:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to complete something else or make it better",
"source": "MW"
},
"complement": {
"def": "(noun) something that completes something else or makes it better",
"source": "MW"
},
"completion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of completing or finishing something : the state of being complete or finished",
"source": "MW"
},
"completion:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to come closer in space or time to someone or something : approach",
"source": "MW"
},
"completion": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of completing or finishing something : the state of being complete or finished",
"source": "MW"
},
"complexity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the quality or state of not being simple : the quality or state of being complex",
"source": "MW"
},
"complexity": {
"def": "(noun) the quality or state of not being simple : the quality or state of being complex",
"source": "MW"
},
"compliance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of doing what you have been asked or ordered to do : the act or process of complying",
"source": "MW"
},
"compliance": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of doing what you have been asked or ordered to do : the act or process of complying",
"source": "MW"
},
"complication:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that makes something harder to understand, explain, or deal with",
"source": "MW"
},
"complication": {
"def": "(noun) something that makes something harder to understand, explain, or deal with",
"source": "MW"
},
"comply:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do what you have been asked or ordered to do —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"comply": {
"def": "(verb) to do what you have been asked or ordered to do —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"compose:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to come together to form or make (something) —usually used as (be) composed of",
"source": "MW"
},
"compose": {
"def": "(verb) to come together to form or make (something) —usually used as (be) composed of",
"source": "MW"
},
"composer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who writes music",
"source": "MW"
},
"composer": {
"def": "(noun) a person who writes music",
"source": "MW"
},
"composition:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the way in which something is put together or arranged : the combination of parts or elements that make up something",
"source": "MW"
},
"composition": {
"def": "(noun) the way in which something is put together or arranged : the combination of parts or elements that make up something",
"source": "MW"
},
"compound:noun": {
"def": "(noun) interest paid both on the original amount of money and on the interest it has already earned",
"source": "MW"
},
"compound:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something, such as an error or problem) worse : to add to (something bad)",
"source": "MW"
},
"compound:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made up of two or more parts",
"source": "MW"
},
"compound": {
"def": "(noun) something that is formed by combining two or more parts; especially, technical : a substance created when the atoms of two or more chemical elements join together",
"source": "MW"
},
"comprise:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be made up of (something) : to include or consist of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"comprise": {
"def": "(verb) to be made up of (something) : to include or consist of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"compromise:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a way of reaching agreement in which each person or group gives up something that was wanted in order to end an argument or dispute —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"compromise:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give up something that you want in order to reach an agreement : to settle differences by means of a compromise —often + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"compromise": {
"def": "(noun) a way of reaching agreement in which each person or group gives up something that was wanted in order to end an argument or dispute —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"compulsory:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) required by a law or rule",
"source": "MW"
},
"compulsory": {
"def": "(adjective) required by a law or rule",
"source": "MW"
},
"compute:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to find out (something) by using mathematical processes : calculate",
"source": "MW"
},
"compute": {
"def": "(verb) to find out (something) by using mathematical processes : calculate",
"source": "MW"
},
"concede:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say that you accept or do not deny the truth or existence of (something) : to admit (something) usually in an unwilling way",
"source": "MW"
},
"concede": {
"def": "(verb) to say that you accept or do not deny the truth or existence of (something) : to admit (something) usually in an unwilling way",
"source": "MW"
},
"conceive:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to think of or create (something) in the mind —+ of",
"source": "MW"
},
"conceive": {
"def": "(verb) to think of or create (something) in the mind —+ of",
"source": "MW"
},
"conception:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of conceiving something: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"conception": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of conceiving something: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"concession:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of conceding something: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"concession": {
"def": "(noun) the act of conceding something: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"concrete:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a truck that has a large container which turns when it is filled with wet cement so that the cement will not become hard —called also (British) concrete mixer",
"source": "MW"
},
"concrete:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made of concrete",
"source": "MW"
},
"concrete:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cover or form (something) with concrete",
"source": "MW"
},
"concrete": {
"def": "(noun) a hard, strong material that is used for building and made by mixing cement, sand, and broken rocks with water",
"source": "MW"
},
"condemn:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say in a strong and definite way that someone or something is bad or wrong —often + for —often + as",
"source": "MW"
},
"condemn": {
"def": "(verb) to say in a strong and definite way that someone or something is bad or wrong —often + for —often + as",
"source": "MW"
},
"confer:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to discuss something important in order to make a decision —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"confer": {
"def": "(verb) to discuss something important in order to make a decision —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"confess:verb": {
"def": "(verb) —used to say that something is required or necessary",
"source": "MW"
},
"confess": {
"def": "(verb) to admit that you did something wrong or illegal —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"confession:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a written or spoken statement in which you say that you have done something wrong or committed a crime",
"source": "MW"
},
"confession": {
"def": "(noun) a written or spoken statement in which you say that you have done something wrong or committed a crime",
"source": "MW"
},
"configuration:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the way the parts of something are arranged",
"source": "MW"
},
"configuration": {
"def": "(noun) the way the parts of something are arranged",
"source": "MW"
},
"confirmation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) proof which shows that something is true or correct —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"confirmation": {
"def": "(noun) proof which shows that something is true or correct —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"confrontation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a situation in which people, groups, etc., fight, oppose, or challenge each other in an angry way",
"source": "MW"
},
"confrontation": {
"def": "(noun) a situation in which people, groups, etc., fight, oppose, or challenge each other in an angry way",
"source": "MW"
},
"confusion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a situation in which people are uncertain about what to do or are unable to understand something clearly",
"source": "MW"
},
"confusion": {
"def": "(noun) a situation in which people are uncertain about what to do or are unable to understand something clearly",
"source": "MW"
},
"congratulate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to tell (someone) that you are happy because of his or her success or good luck",
"source": "MW"
},
"congratulate": {
"def": "(verb) to tell (someone) that you are happy because of his or her success or good luck",
"source": "MW"
},
"congregation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the people who are attending a religious service",
"source": "MW"
},
"congregation": {
"def": "(noun) the people who are attending a religious service",
"source": "MW"
},
"congressional:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people who are chosen to vote or act for someone else",
"source": "MW"
},
"congressional": {
"def": "(noun) a formal meeting in which representatives or experts discuss important matters, make decisions, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"conquer:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to separate (something) into two or more parts or pieces —often used as (be) divided",
"source": "MW"
},
"conquer": {
"def": "(verb) to take control of (a country, city, etc.) through the use of force",
"source": "MW"
},
"conscience:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act of making a small hole in something with a sharp pointed object",
"source": "MW"
},
"conscience:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling very bad or guilty because of something you have done",
"source": "MW"
},
"conscience:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a very small hole in (something) with a sharp pointed object",
"source": "MW"
},
"conscience": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the mind that makes you aware of your actions as being either morally right or wrong —usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"consciousness:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the continuous series of thoughts that occur in someone's mind especially when they are expressed in writing as a constant flow of words",
"source": "MW"
},
"consciousness:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) uncomfortably nervous about or embarrassed by what other people think about you —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"consciousness": {
"def": "(noun) the condition of being conscious : the normal state of being awake and able to understand what is happening around you",
"source": "MW"
},
"consecutive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) following one after the other in a series : following each other without interruption",
"source": "MW"
},
"consecutive": {
"def": "(adjective) following one after the other in a series : following each other without interruption",
"source": "MW"
},
"consensus:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a general agreement about something : an idea or opinion that is shared by all the people in a group",
"source": "MW"
},
"consensus": {
"def": "(noun) a general agreement about something : an idea or opinion that is shared by all the people in a group",
"source": "MW"
},
"consent:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to agree to do or allow something : to give permission for something to happen or be done —often + to —sometimes followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"consent:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a formal agreement that a patient signs to give permission for a medical procedure (such as surgery) after having been told about the risks, benefits, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"consent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) belonging to or shared by two or more people or groups",
"source": "MW"
},
"consent": {
"def": "(verb) to agree to do or allow something : to give permission for something to happen or be done —often + to —sometimes followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"conservation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the protection of animals, plants, and natural resources —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"conservation": {
"def": "(noun) the protection of animals, plants, and natural resources —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"conserve:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to keep (something) safe or from being damaged or destroyed",
"source": "MW"
},
"conserve:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sweet food made by cooking pieces of fruit with sugar",
"source": "MW"
},
"conserve": {
"def": "(verb) to keep (something) safe or from being damaged or destroyed",
"source": "MW"
},
"considerable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) large in size, amount, or quantity",
"source": "MW"
},
"considerable:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a building or room where things are sold",
"source": "MW"
},
"considerable": {
"def": "(adjective) large in size, amount, or quantity",
"source": "MW"
},
"considerably:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) large in size, amount, or quantity",
"source": "MW"
},
"considerably": {
"def": "(adjective) large in size, amount, or quantity",
"source": "MW"
},
"consistency:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the quality or fact of being consistent: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"consistency": {
"def": "(noun) the quality or fact of being consistent: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"consistently:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) always acting or behaving in the same way",
"source": "MW"
},
"consistently": {
"def": "(adjective) always acting or behaving in the same way",
"source": "MW"
},
"consolidate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to join or combine together into one thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"consolidate": {
"def": "(verb) to join or combine together into one thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"conspiracy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a theory that explains an event or situation as the result of a secret plan by usually powerful people or groups",
"source": "MW"
},
"conspiracy": {
"def": "(noun) a secret plan made by two or more people to do something that is harmful or illegal",
"source": "MW"
},
"constitute:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make up or form something",
"source": "MW"
},
"constitute": {
"def": "(verb) to make up or form something",
"source": "MW"
},
"constitution:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the system of beliefs and laws by which a country, state, or organization is governed",
"source": "MW"
},
"constitution": {
"def": "(noun) the system of beliefs and laws by which a country, state, or organization is governed",
"source": "MW"
},
"constitutional:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the system of beliefs and laws that govern a country : of or relating to a constitution",
"source": "MW"
},
"constitutional:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a system of government in which a country is ruled by a king and queen whose power is limited by a constitution",
"source": "MW"
},
"constitutional": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the system of beliefs and laws that govern a country : of or relating to a constitution",
"source": "MW"
},
"constraint:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that limits or restricts someone or something —usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"constraint": {
"def": "(noun) something that limits or restricts someone or something —usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"consultant:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who gives professional advice or services to companies for a fee",
"source": "MW"
},
"consultant": {
"def": "(noun) a person who gives professional advice or services to companies for a fee",
"source": "MW"
},
"consultation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a meeting in which someone (such as a doctor or lawyer) talks to a person about a problem, question, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"consultation": {
"def": "(noun) a meeting in which someone (such as a doctor or lawyer) talks to a person about a problem, question, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"consumption:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or practice of spending money on expensive things that are not necessary in order to impress other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"consumption": {
"def": "(noun) the act of eating or drinking something",
"source": "MW"
},
"contemplate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to think deeply or carefully about (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"contemplate": {
"def": "(verb) to think deeply or carefully about (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"contend:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to argue or state (something) in a strong and definite way",
"source": "MW"
},
"contend": {
"def": "(verb) to argue or state (something) in a strong and definite way",
"source": "MW"
},
"contender:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who tries to win something in a contest; especially : a person who has a good chance of winning",
"source": "MW"
},
"contender": {
"def": "(noun) a person who tries to win something in a contest; especially : a person who has a good chance of winning",
"source": "MW"
},
"content:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the organ in your chest that pumps blood through your veins and arteries —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"content:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) pleased and satisfied : not needing more",
"source": "MW"
},
"content:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) pleased and satisfied : to make (someone) content",
"source": "MW"
},
"content": {
"def": "(noun) the things that are in something",
"source": "MW"
},
"contention:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an idea that you try to make other people accept or understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"contention": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a belief, opinion, or idea) that is argued or stated",
"source": "MW"
},
"continually:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening without interruption : not stopping or ending",
"source": "MW"
},
"continually": {
"def": "(adjective) happening without interruption : not stopping or ending",
"source": "MW"
},
"contractor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is hired to perform work or to provide goods at a certain price or within a certain time",
"source": "MW"
},
"contractor:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not dependent: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"contractor": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is hired to perform work or to provide goods at a certain price or within a certain time",
"source": "MW"
},
"contrary:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) liked or enjoyed by many people —often + with or among",
"source": "MW"
},
"contrary:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a belief, judgment, or way of thinking about something : what someone thinks about a particular thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"contrary:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to a very noticeable degree or extent : very",
"source": "MW"
},
"contrary": {
"def": "(adjective) exactly opposite to something else : entirely different from something else",
"source": "MW"
},
"contributor:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give (something, such as money, goods, or time) to help a person, group, cause, or organization—usually + to or toward",
"source": "MW"
},
"contributor": {
"def": "(verb) to give (something, such as money, goods, or time) to help a person, group, cause, or organization—usually + to or toward",
"source": "MW"
},
"controversial:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or causing much discussion, disagreement, or argument : likely to produce controversy",
"source": "MW"
},
"controversial": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or causing much discussion, disagreement, or argument : likely to produce controversy",
"source": "MW"
},
"controversy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a white or gray mass in the sky that is made of many very small drops of water",
"source": "MW"
},
"controversy": {
"def": "(noun) argument that involves many people who strongly disagree about something : strong disagreement about something among a large group of people",
"source": "MW"
},
"convenience:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a room in a public place with a sink and toilet : restroom",
"source": "MW"
},
"convenience:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) designed for quick and easy preparation",
"source": "MW"
},
"convenience": {
"def": "(noun) a quality or situation that makes something easy or useful for someone by reducing the amount of work or time required to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"convention:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large meeting of people who come to a place for usually several days to talk about their shared work or other interests or to make decisions as a group",
"source": "MW"
},
"convention": {
"def": "(noun) a large meeting of people who come to a place for usually several days to talk about their shared work or other interests or to make decisions as a group",
"source": "MW"
},
"conventional:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) used and accepted by most people : usual or traditional",
"source": "MW"
},
"conventional:noun": {
"def": "(noun) opinions or beliefs that are held or accepted by most people",
"source": "MW"
},
"conventional": {
"def": "(adjective) used and accepted by most people : usual or traditional",
"source": "MW"
},
"conversion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of changing from one form, state, etc., to another—often + to or into",
"source": "MW"
},
"conversion": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of changing from one form, state, etc., to another—often + to or into",
"source": "MW"
},
"convict:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to get away from a place (such as a prison) where you are being held or kept",
"source": "MW"
},
"convict:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who has been found guilty of a crime and sent to prison : prisoner",
"source": "MW"
},
"convict": {
"def": "(verb) to prove that someone is guilty of a crime in a court of law",
"source": "MW"
},
"conviction:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of proving that a person is guilty of a crime in a court of law",
"source": "MW"
},
"conviction": {
"def": "(noun) the act of proving that a person is guilty of a crime in a court of law",
"source": "MW"
},
"convincing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing someone to believe that something is true or certain",
"source": "MW"
},
"convincing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to believe that something is true",
"source": "MW"
},
"convincing": {
"def": "(adjective) causing someone to believe that something is true or certain",
"source": "MW"
},
"cooperate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to work together : to work with another person or group to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"cooperate": {
"def": "(verb) to work together : to work with another person or group to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"cooperative:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) willing to be helpful by doing what someone wants or asks for",
"source": "MW"
},
"cooperative:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a business or organization that is owned and operated by the people who work there or the people who use its services",
"source": "MW"
},
"cooperative": {
"def": "(adjective) willing to be helpful by doing what someone wants or asks for",
"source": "MW"
},
"coordinate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make arrangements so that two or more people or groups of people can work together properly and well",
"source": "MW"
},
"coordinate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of two or more clauses in a sentence that are of equal importance and usually joined by and, or, or but",
"source": "MW"
},
"coordinate": {
"def": "(verb) to make arrangements so that two or more people or groups of people can work together properly and well",
"source": "MW"
},
"coordination:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the way that your hands and sight work together so you are able to do things that require speed and accuracy (such as catching or hitting a ball)",
"source": "MW"
},
"coordination": {
"def": "(noun) the process of organizing people or groups so that they work together properly and well",
"source": "MW"
},
"coordinator:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who organizes people or groups so that they work together properly and well",
"source": "MW"
},
"coordinator": {
"def": "(noun) a person who organizes people or groups so that they work together properly and well",
"source": "MW"
},
"cop:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a serious and emotional request for something —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"cop:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to get (something desirable)",
"source": "MW"
},
"cop:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) agreeing with what is thought to be right or acceptable",
"source": "MW"
},
"cop": {
"def": "(noun) police officer",
"source": "MW"
},
"cope:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to deal with problems and difficult situations and try to come up with solutions —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"cope:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long, loose piece of clothing that is worn by a priest on special occasions",
"source": "MW"
},
"cope": {
"def": "(verb) to deal with problems and difficult situations and try to come up with solutions —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"copyright:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the legal right to be the only one to reproduce, publish, and sell a book, musical recording, etc., for a certain period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"copyright:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to get a copyright for a book, musical recording, etc., for a certain period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"copyright:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a copyright",
"source": "MW"
},
"copyright": {
"def": "(noun) the legal right to be the only one to reproduce, publish, and sell a book, musical recording, etc., for a certain period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"corporation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large business or organization that under the law has the rights and duties of an individual and follows a specific purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"corporation": {
"def": "(noun) a large business or organization that under the law has the rights and duties of an individual and follows a specific purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"correction:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a liquid used to cover typing or writing errors",
"source": "MW"
},
"correction": {
"def": "(noun) a change that makes something right, true, accurate, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"correlate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have a close connection with something : to have a correlation to something",
"source": "MW"
},
"correlate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) either one of two things that are closely connected or correlated with each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"correlate": {
"def": "(verb) to have a close connection with something : to have a correlation to something",
"source": "MW"
},
"correspond:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be similar or equal to something",
"source": "MW"
},
"correspond": {
"def": "(verb) to be similar or equal to something",
"source": "MW"
},
"correspondence:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a class in which students receive lessons and assignments in the mail or by e-mail and then return completed assignments in order to receive a grade",
"source": "MW"
},
"correspondence": {
"def": "(noun) the activity of writing letters or e-mails to someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"correspondent:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who writes letters or e-mails to another person",
"source": "MW"
},
"correspondent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) located outside a particular place or country and especially outside your own country",
"source": "MW"
},
"correspondent": {
"def": "(noun) someone who writes letters or e-mails to another person",
"source": "MW"
},
"corresponding:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having the same characteristics as something else : matching something else",
"source": "MW"
},
"corresponding:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be similar or equal to something",
"source": "MW"
},
"corresponding": {
"def": "(adjective) having the same characteristics as something else : matching something else",
"source": "MW"
},
"corruption:noun": {
"def": "(noun) dishonest or illegal behavior especially by powerful people (such as government officials or police officers)",
"source": "MW"
},
"corruption": {
"def": "(noun) dishonest or illegal behavior especially by powerful people (such as government officials or police officers)",
"source": "MW"
},
"costly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a high price : costing a lot : expensive",
"source": "MW"
},
"costly": {
"def": "(adjective) having a high price : costing a lot : expensive",
"source": "MW"
},
"councilor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a member of a council",
"source": "MW"
},
"councilor": {
"def": "(noun) a member of a council",
"source": "MW"
},
"counseling:noun": {
"def": "(noun) help for married couples who have problems in their relationship —called also (British) marriage guidance",
"source": "MW"
},
"counseling:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give advice to (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"counseling": {
"def": "(noun) advice and support that is given to people to help them deal with problems, make important decisions, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"counselor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who gives help and advice to students about educational and personal decisions",
"source": "MW"
},
"counselor": {
"def": "(noun) a person who provides advice as a job : a person who counsels people",
"source": "MW"
},
"counter:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long counter at which lunches are sold",
"source": "MW"
},
"counter:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do something in defense or in response to something—often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"counter:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that goes against or does not agree with something—+ to",
"source": "MW"
},
"counter:prefix": {
"def": "(prefix) in a direction opposite to",
"source": "MW"
},
"counter:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) available for purchase without a special note (called a prescription) from a doctor —abbr. OTC",
"source": "MW"
},
"counter": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of furniture with a flat surface that workers and customers stand on opposite sides of when doing business in a store, restaurant, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"counterpart:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone or something that has the same job or purpose as another",
"source": "MW"
},
"counterpart": {
"def": "(noun) someone or something that has the same job or purpose as another",
"source": "MW"
},
"countless:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) too many to be counted : very many",
"source": "MW"
},
"countless": {
"def": "(adjective) too many to be counted : very many",
"source": "MW"
},
"coup:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sudden attempt by a small group of people to take over the government usually through violence",
"source": "MW"
},
"coup": {
"def": "(noun) coup d'état",
"source": "MW"
},
"courtesy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a polite and formal word that is used in place of someone's name or as part of someone's name",
"source": "MW"
},
"courtesy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done in order to be polite",
"source": "MW"
},
"courtesy": {
"def": "(noun) polite behavior that shows respect for other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"coverage:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the activity of reporting about an event or subject in newspapers, on television news programs, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"coverage": {
"def": "(noun) the activity of reporting about an event or subject in newspapers, on television news programs, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"cowboy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of soft hat that has a wide brim and that is worn especially by cowboys and cowgirls",
"source": "MW"
},
"cowboy:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to work as a cowboy",
"source": "MW"
},
"cowboy": {
"def": "(noun) a man who rides a horse and whose job is to take care of cows or horses especially in the western U.S.",
"source": "MW"
},
"craft:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a boat or ship designed to bring soldiers and equipment to the shore",
"source": "MW"
},
"craft:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make or produce (something) with care or skill",
"source": "MW"
},
"craft": {
"def": "(noun) an activity that involves making something in a skillful way by using your hands",
"source": "MW"
},
"creativity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to make new things or think of new ideas",
"source": "MW"
},
"creativity": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to make new things or think of new ideas",
"source": "MW"
},
"creator:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who makes something new",
"source": "MW"
},
"creator": {
"def": "(noun) a person who makes something new",
"source": "MW"
},
"credibility:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a situation in which the things that someone says are not believed or trusted because of the difference between what is said and what seems to be true",
"source": "MW"
},
"credibility:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give (something) to (someone) to be used for a period of time and then returned",
"source": "MW"
},
"credibility": {
"def": "(noun) the quality of being believed or accepted as true, real, or honest",
"source": "MW"
},
"credible:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be believed : reasonable to trust or believe",
"source": "MW"
},
"credible": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be believed : reasonable to trust or believe",
"source": "MW"
},
"critically:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) expressing criticism or disapproval",
"source": "MW"
},
"critically": {
"def": "(adjective) expressing criticism or disapproval",
"source": "MW"
},
"critique:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a careful judgment in which you give your opinion about the good and bad parts of something (such as a piece of writing or a work of art)",
"source": "MW"
},
"critique:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to express your opinion about the good and bad parts of (something) : to give a critique of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"critique:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"critique": {
"def": "(noun) a careful judgment in which you give your opinion about the good and bad parts of something (such as a piece of writing or a work of art)",
"source": "MW"
},
"crown:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a valuable stone (such as a ruby or diamond) that has been cut and polished",
"source": "MW"
},
"crown:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put a crown on (a new king, queen, etc.) : to give (someone) the power and title of a king or queen—usually used as (be) crowned",
"source": "MW"
},
"crown": {
"def": "(noun) a decorative object that is shaped like a circle and worn on the head of a king or queen for special ceremonies",
"source": "MW"
},
"crude:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very simple and basic : made or done in a way that does not show a lot of skill",
"source": "MW"
},
"crude:noun": {
"def": "(noun) oil as it exists in the ground : petroleum that is not yet ready to be used as fuel —called also crude oil",
"source": "MW"
},
"crude": {
"def": "(adjective) very simple and basic : made or done in a way that does not show a lot of skill",
"source": "MW"
},
"cruise:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to travel on a boat or ship to a number of places as a vacation",
"source": "MW"
},
"cruise:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large ship that takes many people on a cruise at one time : a large ship that stops at different ports and carries passengers who are traveling for pleasure —called also cruise liner",
"source": "MW"
},
"cruise": {
"def": "(verb) to travel on a boat or ship to a number of places as a vacation",
"source": "MW"
},
"crush:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to press or squeeze (something) so hard that it breaks or loses its shape",
"source": "MW"
},
"crush:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a strong feeling of romantic love for someone that is usually not expressed and does not last a long time —often + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"crush": {
"def": "(verb) to press or squeeze (something) so hard that it breaks or loses its shape",
"source": "MW"
},
"cue:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large card that can be seen by someone (such as an actor) who is performing or speaking on a stage or on television and that shows the words that the person is supposed to say",
"source": "MW"
},
"cue:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give (someone) a signal to do something during a performance",
"source": "MW"
},
"cue": {
"def": "(noun) a word, phrase, or action in a play, movie, etc., that is a signal for a performer to say or do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"cult:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the set of emotional qualities, ways of behaving, etc., that makes a person different from other people —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"cult:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very popular among a group of people",
"source": "MW"
},
"cult": {
"def": "(noun) a small religious group that is not part of a larger and more accepted religion and that has beliefs regarded by many people as extreme or dangerous",
"source": "MW"
},
"cultivate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to prepare and use (soil) for growing plants",
"source": "MW"
},
"cultivate": {
"def": "(verb) to prepare and use (soil) for growing plants",
"source": "MW"
},
"curiosity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small animal that is related to lions and tigers and that is often kept by people as a pet —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"curiosity": {
"def": "(noun) the desire to learn or know more about something or someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"curriculum:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a short document describing your education, work history, etc., that you give an employer when you are applying for a job —called also (chiefly British) curriculum vitae",
"source": "MW"
},
"curriculum": {
"def": "(noun) the courses that are taught by a school, college, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"custody:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the legal right to take care of a child (such as a child whose parents are divorced)",
"source": "MW"
},
"custody:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) used to protect someone or something : giving or meant to give protection",
"source": "MW"
},
"custody": {
"def": "(noun) the legal right to take care of a child (such as a child whose parents are divorced)",
"source": "MW"
},
"cute:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a pleasing and usually youthful appearance",
"source": "MW"
},
"cute:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small, usually round piece of plastic, glass, metal, etc., that is sewn to a piece of clothing and is pushed through a loop or hole to fasten one part of the clothing to another part",
"source": "MW"
},
"cute": {
"def": "(adjective) having a pleasing and usually youthful appearance",
"source": "MW"
},
"cutting:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of a room on which you stand",
"source": "MW"
},
"cutting:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) used for cutting things",
"source": "MW"
},
"cutting:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cut down all the trees in (an area)",
"source": "MW"
},
"cutting": {
"def": "(noun) a stem, leaf, or root that is cut from a plant and used to grow a new plant",
"source": "MW"
},
"cynical:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) believing that people are generally selfish and dishonest —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"cynical": {
"def": "(adjective) believing that people are generally selfish and dishonest —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"dairy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a farm that produces milk",
"source": "MW"
},
"dairy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made from milk : relating to foods made from milk",
"source": "MW"
},
"dairy": {
"def": "(noun) a farm that produces milk",
"source": "MW"
},
"dam:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the smallest possible amount—used like damn in negative statements",
"source": "MW"
},
"dam:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to build a dam across (a river or stream) —often + up",
"source": "MW"
},
"dam": {
"def": "(noun) a structure that is built across a river or stream to stop water from flowing",
"source": "MW"
},
"damaging:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing or able to cause damage",
"source": "MW"
},
"damaging:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause damage to (something): such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"damaging": {
"def": "(adjective) causing or able to cause damage",
"source": "MW"
},
"dare:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use your voice to express (something) with words",
"source": "MW"
},
"dare:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of telling someone to do something as a way of showing courage—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"dare:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in what manner or way : by what means",
"source": "MW"
},
"dare": {
"def": "(verb) to have enough courage or confidence to do something : to not be too afraid to do something —often followed by to + verb —often followed by an infinitive verb without to",
"source": "MW"
},
"database:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a collection of pieces of information that is organized and used on a computer —called also data bank",
"source": "MW"
},
"database": {
"def": "(noun) a collection of pieces of information that is organized and used on a computer —called also data bank",
"source": "MW"
},
"deadline:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a date or time when something must be finished : the last day, hour, or minute that something will be accepted",
"source": "MW"
},
"deadline": {
"def": "(noun) a date or time when something must be finished : the last day, hour, or minute that something will be accepted",
"source": "MW"
},
"deadly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing or able to cause death",
"source": "MW"
},
"deadly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) extremely or completely",
"source": "MW"
},
"deadly:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a poisonous plant that has reddish bell-shaped flowers —called also deadly nightshade",
"source": "MW"
},
"deadly": {
"def": "(adjective) causing or able to cause death",
"source": "MW"
},
"dealer:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give cards to the players in a card game —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"dealer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the practice of pretending to do or think one thing while really doing or thinking something different : dishonest or deceptive behavior",
"source": "MW"
},
"dealer": {
"def": "(verb) to give cards to the players in a card game —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"debris:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the pieces that are left after something has been destroyed —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"debris": {
"def": "(noun) the pieces that are left after something has been destroyed —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"debut:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the first time an actor, musician, athlete, etc., does something in public or for the public —sometimes used to refer to the first appearance of a product, sport, event, etc. —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"debut:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to appear in public for the first time : to make a debut",
"source": "MW"
},
"debut:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a director and especially to the director of a play, movie, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"debut": {
"def": "(noun) the first time an actor, musician, athlete, etc., does something in public or for the public —sometimes used to refer to the first appearance of a product, sport, event, etc. —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"decision-making:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of deciding something especially with a group of people —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"decision-making": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of deciding something especially with a group of people —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"decisive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to make choices quickly and confidently",
"source": "MW"
},
"decisive:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that helps produce or influence a result : one of the things that cause something to happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"decisive": {
"def": "(adjective) able to make choices quickly and confidently",
"source": "MW"
},
"declaration:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of making an official statement about something : the act of declaring something",
"source": "MW"
},
"declaration": {
"def": "(noun) the act of making an official statement about something : the act of declaring something",
"source": "MW"
},
"dedicated:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having very strong support for or loyalty to a person, group, cause, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"dedicated:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to officially make (something) a place for honoring or remembering a person, event, etc. —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"dedicated": {
"def": "(adjective) having very strong support for or loyalty to a person, group, cause, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"dedication:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of very strong support for or loyalty to someone or something : the quality or state of being dedicated to a person, group, cause, etc. —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"dedication": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of very strong support for or loyalty to someone or something : the quality or state of being dedicated to a person, group, cause, etc. —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"deed:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is done : an act or action",
"source": "MW"
},
"deed:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give someone ownership of (a building or piece of land) by means of a deed",
"source": "MW"
},
"deed": {
"def": "(noun) something that is done : an act or action",
"source": "MW"
},
"deem:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to think of (someone or something) in a particular way",
"source": "MW"
},
"deem": {
"def": "(verb) to think of (someone or something) in a particular way",
"source": "MW"
},
"default:noun": {
"def": "(noun) —used to describe something that happens or is done when nothing else has been done or can be done—usually used in the phrase by default —sometimes used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"default:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to fail to do something that legally must be done; especially : to fail to make the payments you must make on a loan, mortgage, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"default": {
"def": "(noun) —used to describe something that happens or is done when nothing else has been done or can be done—usually used in the phrase by default —sometimes used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"defect:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a problem or fault that makes someone or something not perfect: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"defect:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to leave a country, political party, organization, etc., and go to a different one that is a competitor or an enemy",
"source": "MW"
},
"defect": {
"def": "(noun) a problem or fault that makes someone or something not perfect: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"defender:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to fight in order to keep (someone or something) safe : to not allow a person or thing to hurt, damage, or destroy (someone or something) —often + from or against —usually + against",
"source": "MW"
},
"defender:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a lawyer who is paid by the government to defend people who are accused of a crime and are unable to pay for a private lawyer",
"source": "MW"
},
"defender": {
"def": "(verb) to fight in order to keep (someone or something) safe : to not allow a person or thing to hurt, damage, or destroy (someone or something) —often + from or against —usually + against",
"source": "MW"
},
"defensive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) defending or protecting someone or something from attack : helping to keep a person or thing safe",
"source": "MW"
},
"defensive": {
"def": "(adjective) defending or protecting someone or something from attack : helping to keep a person or thing safe",
"source": "MW"
},
"deficiency:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a lack of something that is needed : the state of not having enough of something necessary",
"source": "MW"
},
"deficiency": {
"def": "(noun) a lack of something that is needed : the state of not having enough of something necessary",
"source": "MW"
},
"deficit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a situation in which a country buys more from other countries than it sells to other countries : the amount of money by which a country's imports are greater than its exports —called also (British) trade gap",
"source": "MW"
},
"deficit": {
"def": "(noun) an amount (such as an amount of money) that is less than the amount that is needed",
"source": "MW"
},
"defy:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to refuse to obey (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"defy": {
"def": "(verb) to refuse to obey (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"delegate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is chosen or elected to vote or act for others : representative",
"source": "MW"
},
"delegate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give (control, responsibility, authority, etc.) to someone : to trust someone with (a job, duty, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"delegate": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is chosen or elected to vote or act for others : representative",
"source": "MW"
},
"delegation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people who are chosen to vote or act for someone else",
"source": "MW"
},
"delegation": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people who are chosen to vote or act for someone else",
"source": "MW"
},
"delete:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to remove (something, such as words, pictures, or computer files) from a document, recording, computer, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"delete": {
"def": "(verb) to remove (something, such as words, pictures, or computer files) from a document, recording, computer, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"delicate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) easily broken or damaged",
"source": "MW"
},
"delicate": {
"def": "(adjective) easily broken or damaged",
"source": "MW"
},
"delighted:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made very happy : full of great pleasure or satisfaction",
"source": "MW"
},
"delighted:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) very happy : to give (someone) great pleasure or satisfaction",
"source": "MW"
},
"delighted": {
"def": "(adjective) made very happy : full of great pleasure or satisfaction",
"source": "MW"
},
"democracy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a political movement that uses principles of democracy to change a capitalist country to a socialist one",
"source": "MW"
},
"democracy": {
"def": "(noun) a form of government in which people choose leaders by voting",
"source": "MW"
},
"democratic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) based on a form of government in which the people choose leaders by voting : of or relating to democracy",
"source": "MW"
},
"democratic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a political movement that uses principles of democracy to change a capitalist country to a socialist one",
"source": "MW"
},
"democratic": {
"def": "(adjective) based on a form of government in which the people choose leaders by voting : of or relating to democracy",
"source": "MW"
},
"demonstration:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act of showing someone how something is used or done —sometimes used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"demonstration": {
"def": "(noun) an act of showing someone how something is used or done —sometimes used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"denial:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of not allowing yourself to have or do something you want",
"source": "MW"
},
"denial": {
"def": "(noun) a statement saying that something is not true or real : a statement in which someone denies something",
"source": "MW"
},
"denounce:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to publicly state that someone or something is bad or wrong : to criticize (someone or something) harshly and publicly —often + as",
"source": "MW"
},
"denounce": {
"def": "(verb) to publicly state that someone or something is bad or wrong : to criticize (someone or something) harshly and publicly —often + as",
"source": "MW"
},
"density:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the quality or state of being dense: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"density": {
"def": "(noun) the quality or state of being dense: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"depart:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to leave a place especially to start a journey (US)",
"source": "MW"
},
"depart:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to grow, change, etc., that separates plants and animals from things like water or rocks",
"source": "MW"
},
"depart": {
"def": "(verb) to leave a place especially to start a journey (US)",
"source": "MW"
},
"dependence:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being dependent: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"dependence:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"dependence": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being dependent: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"dependent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) decided or controlled by something else—+ on or upon",
"source": "MW"
},
"dependent:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a clause that does not form a simple sentence by itself and that is connected to the main clause of a sentence —called also dependent clause",
"source": "MW"
},
"dependent:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"dependent": {
"def": "(adjective) decided or controlled by something else—+ on or upon",
"source": "MW"
},
"deploy:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to organize and send out (people or things) to be used for a particular purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"deploy": {
"def": "(verb) to organize and send out (people or things) to be used for a particular purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"deployment:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to organize and send out (people or things) to be used for a particular purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"deployment": {
"def": "(verb) to organize and send out (people or things) to be used for a particular purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"deposit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (money) in a bank account",
"source": "MW"
},
"deposit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an amount of money that you pay when you begin to rent property (such as an apartment) and that can be used to pay for any damage that you cause to the property",
"source": "MW"
},
"deposit": {
"def": "(verb) to put (money) in a bank account",
"source": "MW"
},
"depression:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of deep sadness, anxiety, etc., that a woman feels after giving birth to a child",
"source": "MW"
},
"depression:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or based on work done with real patients : of or relating to the medical treatment that is given to patients in hospitals, clinics, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"depression": {
"def": "(noun) a state of feeling sad",
"source": "MW"
},
"deputy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an important assistant who helps the leader of a government, organization, etc. —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"deputy": {
"def": "(noun) an important assistant who helps the leader of a government, organization, etc. —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"derive:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take or get (something) from (something else) —often used as (be) derived",
"source": "MW"
},
"derive": {
"def": "(verb) to take or get (something) from (something else) —often used as (be) derived",
"source": "MW"
},
"descent:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of descending: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"descent": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of descending: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"designate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to officially choose (someone or something) to do or be something : to officially give (someone or something) a particular role or purpose —often used as (be) designated —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"designate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) chosen for a particular job but not officially doing that job yet",
"source": "MW"
},
"designate": {
"def": "(verb) to officially choose (someone or something) to do or be something : to officially give (someone or something) a particular role or purpose —often used as (be) designated —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"desirable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having good or pleasing qualities : worth having or getting",
"source": "MW"
},
"desirable": {
"def": "(adjective) having good or pleasing qualities : worth having or getting",
"source": "MW"
},
"desktop:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the top surface of a desk",
"source": "MW"
},
"desktop:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of a size that is suitable to be used on a desk or table",
"source": "MW"
},
"desktop": {
"def": "(noun) the top surface of a desk",
"source": "MW"
},
"destruction:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a gun, knife, club, or bomb) that is used for fighting or attacking someone or for defending yourself when someone is attacking you",
"source": "MW"
},
"destruction": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of damaging something so badly that it no longer exists or cannot be repaired : the act or process of destroying something —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"destructive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing a very large amount of damage : causing destruction or harm",
"source": "MW"
},
"destructive:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of hurting or killing yourself",
"source": "MW"
},
"destructive": {
"def": "(adjective) causing a very large amount of damage : causing destruction or harm",
"source": "MW"
},
"detain:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to officially prevent (someone) from leaving a place : to hold or keep (someone) in a prison or some other place",
"source": "MW"
},
"detain": {
"def": "(verb) to officially prevent (someone) from leaving a place : to hold or keep (someone) in a prison or some other place",
"source": "MW"
},
"detection:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of discovering, finding, or noticing something —sometimes used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"detection:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stay away from (someone or something) : to avoid (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"detection": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of discovering, finding, or noticing something —sometimes used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"detention:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place where people who have entered a country illegally are kept for a period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"detention": {
"def": "(noun) the act of keeping someone in a prison or similar place",
"source": "MW"
},
"deteriorate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become worse as time passes",
"source": "MW"
},
"deteriorate": {
"def": "(verb) to become worse as time passes",
"source": "MW"
},
"determination:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the right of the people of a particular place to choose the form of government they will have",
"source": "MW"
},
"determination": {
"def": "(noun) a quality that makes you continue trying to do or achieve something that is difficult —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"devastate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to destroy much or most of (something) : to cause great damage or harm to (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"devastate": {
"def": "(verb) to destroy much or most of (something) : to cause great damage or harm to (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"devil:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the salt water that covers much of the Earth's surface —often used with the —often used before another noun (literary)",
"source": "MW"
},
"devil:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having good luck : fortunate",
"source": "MW"
},
"devil:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to exchange (something) for money",
"source": "MW"
},
"devil": {
"def": "(noun) the most powerful spirit of evil in Christianity, Judaism, and Islam who is often represented as the ruler of hell",
"source": "MW"
},
"devise:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to invent or plan (something that is difficult or complicated)",
"source": "MW"
},
"devise": {
"def": "(verb) to invent or plan (something that is difficult or complicated)",
"source": "MW"
},
"diagnose:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to recognize (a disease, illness, etc.) by examining someone —often + as",
"source": "MW"
},
"diagnose": {
"def": "(verb) to recognize (a disease, illness, etc.) by examining someone —often + as",
"source": "MW"
},
"diagnosis:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of identifying a disease, illness, or problem by examining someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"diagnosis": {
"def": "(noun) the act of identifying a disease, illness, or problem by examining someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"dictate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to speak or read (something) to a person who writes it down or to a machine that records it",
"source": "MW"
},
"dictate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an order or direction given with authority—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"dictate": {
"def": "(verb) to speak or read (something) to a person who writes it down or to a machine that records it",
"source": "MW"
},
"dictator:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who rules a country with total authority and often in a cruel or brutal way",
"source": "MW"
},
"dictator": {
"def": "(noun) a person who rules a country with total authority and often in a cruel or brutal way",
"source": "MW"
},
"differ:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to ask people for money or food",
"source": "MW"
},
"differ": {
"def": "(verb) to be different —often + from",
"source": "MW"
},
"differentiate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone or something) different in some way —often + from",
"source": "MW"
},
"differentiate": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone or something) different in some way —often + from",
"source": "MW"
},
"dignity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a way of appearing or behaving that suggests seriousness and self-control",
"source": "MW"
},
"dignity": {
"def": "(noun) a way of appearing or behaving that suggests seriousness and self-control",
"source": "MW"
},
"dime:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of 12 people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"dime:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) involving, making, or spending a small amount of money",
"source": "MW"
},
"dime:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to let (something) fall",
"source": "MW"
},
"dime": {
"def": "(noun) a U.S. or Canadian coin that is worth 10 cents",
"source": "MW"
},
"dimension:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the length, width, height, or depth of something : a measurement in one direction (such as the distance from the ceiling to the floor in a room)",
"source": "MW"
},
"dimension": {
"def": "(noun) the length, width, height, or depth of something : a measurement in one direction (such as the distance from the ceiling to the floor in a room)",
"source": "MW"
},
"diplomat:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who represents his or her country's government in a foreign country : someone whose work is diplomacy",
"source": "MW"
},
"diplomat": {
"def": "(noun) a person who represents his or her country's government in a foreign country : someone whose work is diplomacy",
"source": "MW"
},
"diplomatic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) involving the work of maintaining good relations between the governments of different countries : of or relating to diplomats or their work",
"source": "MW"
},
"diplomatic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is put around or on top of another thing especially to protect, hide, or close it",
"source": "MW"
},
"diplomatic": {
"def": "(adjective) involving the work of maintaining good relations between the governments of different countries : of or relating to diplomats or their work",
"source": "MW"
},
"directory:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a book that lists the names, addresses, and phone numbers of the people and businesses in a certain area —called also telephone directory",
"source": "MW"
},
"directory:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not shown in a telephone directory : unlisted",
"source": "MW"
},
"directory": {
"def": "(noun) a book that contains an alphabetical list of names of people, businesses, etc.; especially : phone book",
"source": "MW"
},
"disability:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a condition that makes learning difficult —called also (chiefly British) learning difficulty",
"source": "MW"
},
"disability": {
"def": "(noun) a condition (such as an illness or an injury) that damages or limits a person's physical or mental abilities",
"source": "MW"
},
"disabled:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the growth or development of someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"disabled:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something) to be unable to work in the normal way",
"source": "MW"
},
"disabled:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a condition that makes learning difficult —called also (chiefly British) learning difficulty",
"source": "MW"
},
"disabled": {
"def": "(adjective) having a physical or mental disability : unable to perform one or more natural activities (such as walking or seeing) because of illness, injury, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"disagreement:noun": {
"def": "(noun) failure to agree",
"source": "MW"
},
"disagreement": {
"def": "(noun) failure to agree",
"source": "MW"
},
"disappoint:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) unhappy by not being as good as expected or by not doing something that was hoped for or expected",
"source": "MW"
},
"disappoint": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) unhappy by not being as good as expected or by not doing something that was hoped for or expected",
"source": "MW"
},
"disappointment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state or feeling of being disappointed",
"source": "MW"
},
"disappointment": {
"def": "(noun) the state or feeling of being disappointed",
"source": "MW"
},
"disastrous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing great suffering or loss",
"source": "MW"
},
"disastrous": {
"def": "(adjective) causing great suffering or loss",
"source": "MW"
},
"discard:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to throw (something) away because it is useless or unwanted —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"discard:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a playing card) that has been discarded",
"source": "MW"
},
"discard": {
"def": "(verb) to throw (something) away because it is useless or unwanted —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"discharge:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to allow (someone) to leave a hospital, prison, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"discharge:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the release of someone from a hospital, prison, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"discharge:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) deserving honor and respect",
"source": "MW"
},
"discharge": {
"def": "(verb) to allow (someone) to leave a hospital, prison, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"disclose:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) known to the public",
"source": "MW"
},
"disclose": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) known to the public",
"source": "MW"
},
"disclosure:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of making something known : the act of disclosing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"disclosure": {
"def": "(noun) the act of making something known : the act of disclosing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"discourage:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) less determined, hopeful, or confident —often used (be/get) discouraged",
"source": "MW"
},
"discourage": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) less determined, hopeful, or confident —often used (be/get) discouraged",
"source": "MW"
},
"discourse:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the use of words to exchange thoughts and ideas",
"source": "MW"
},
"discourse:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to talk about something especially for a long time",
"source": "MW"
},
"discourse": {
"def": "(noun) the use of words to exchange thoughts and ideas",
"source": "MW"
},
"discretion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) courage or bravery",
"source": "MW"
},
"discretion": {
"def": "(noun) the right to choose what should be done in a particular situation",
"source": "MW"
},
"discrimination:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the practice of improving the educational and job opportunities of members of groups that have not been treated fairly in the past because of their race, sex, etc. —called also (British) positive discrimination",
"source": "MW"
},
"discrimination": {
"def": "(noun) the practice of unfairly treating a person or group of people differently from other people or groups of people —often + against",
"source": "MW"
},
"dismissal:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to decide not to think about or consider (something or someone) —often + as",
"source": "MW"
},
"dismissal": {
"def": "(verb) to decide not to think about or consider (something or someone) —often + as",
"source": "MW"
},
"disorder:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the natural state of rest during which your eyes are closed and you become unconscious",
"source": "MW"
},
"disorder": {
"def": "(noun) a confused or messy state : a lack of order or organization —often used with in",
"source": "MW"
},
"displace:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take the job or position of (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"displace": {
"def": "(verb) to take the job or position of (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"disposal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) garbage disposal",
"source": "MW"
},
"disposal": {
"def": "(noun) the act of disposing of something: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"dispose:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to be likely to do or have something—+ to or toward",
"source": "MW"
},
"dispose": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to be likely to do or have something—+ to or toward",
"source": "MW"
},
"dispute:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a disagreement or argument —often + over or about",
"source": "MW"
},
"dispute:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say or show that (something) may not be true, correct, or legal",
"source": "MW"
},
"dispute:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to land or water that is owned or controlled by a government",
"source": "MW"
},
"dispute": {
"def": "(noun) a disagreement or argument —often + over or about",
"source": "MW"
},
"disrupt:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something) to be unable to continue in the normal way : to interrupt the normal progress or activity of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"disrupt": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something) to be unable to continue in the normal way : to interrupt the normal progress or activity of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"disruption:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something) to be unable to continue in the normal way : to interrupt the normal progress or activity of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"disruption": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something) to be unable to continue in the normal way : to interrupt the normal progress or activity of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"dissolve:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to mix with a liquid and become part of the liquid",
"source": "MW"
},
"dissolve:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a drop of liquid that comes from your eyes especially when you cry : teardrop",
"source": "MW"
},
"dissolve": {
"def": "(verb) to mix with a liquid and become part of the liquid",
"source": "MW"
},
"distinct:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) different in a way that you can see, hear, smell, feel, etc. : noticeably different",
"source": "MW"
},
"distinct": {
"def": "(adjective) different in a way that you can see, hear, smell, feel, etc. : noticeably different",
"source": "MW"
},
"distinctive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a quality or characteristic that makes a person or thing different from others : different in a way that is easy to notice",
"source": "MW"
},
"distinctive": {
"def": "(adjective) having a quality or characteristic that makes a person or thing different from others : different in a way that is easy to notice",
"source": "MW"
},
"distinguish:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to notice or recognize a difference between people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"distinguish": {
"def": "(verb) to notice or recognize a difference between people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"distort:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to change the natural, normal, or original shape, appearance, or sound of (something) in a way that is usually not attractive or pleasing",
"source": "MW"
},
"distort": {
"def": "(verb) to change the natural, normal, or original shape, appearance, or sound of (something) in a way that is usually not attractive or pleasing",
"source": "MW"
},
"distract:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to stop thinking about or paying attention to someone or something and to think about or pay attention to someone or something else instead",
"source": "MW"
},
"distract:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or power of carefully thinking about, listening to, or watching someone or something —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"distract": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to stop thinking about or paying attention to someone or something and to think about or pay attention to someone or something else instead",
"source": "MW"
},
"distress:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an event or act which shows that something exists or that gives information about something : sign —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"distress:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to worry or upset (someone) —usually used as (be) distressed",
"source": "MW"
},
"distress": {
"def": "(noun) unhappiness or pain : suffering that affects the mind or body",
"source": "MW"
},
"disturb:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stop (someone) from working, sleeping, etc. : to interrupt or bother (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"disturb": {
"def": "(verb) to stop (someone) from working, sleeping, etc. : to interrupt or bother (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"disturbing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stop (someone) from working, sleeping, etc. : to interrupt or bother (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"disturbing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a state in which there is no war or fighting",
"source": "MW"
},
"disturbing": {
"def": "(verb) to stop (someone) from working, sleeping, etc. : to interrupt or bother (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"dive:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to swim underwater with special equipment (such as a face mask, snorkel, and flippers) but without a diving suit or air tank",
"source": "MW"
},
"dive:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sport or activity in which you swim underwater using an air tank and a special breathing machine that you strap on your body",
"source": "MW"
},
"dive": {
"def": "(verb) to jump into water with your arms and head going in first",
"source": "MW"
},
"diverse:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) different from each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"diverse": {
"def": "(adjective) different from each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"diversity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the quality or state of having many different forms, types, ideas, etc. —usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"diversity": {
"def": "(noun) the quality or state of having many different forms, types, ideas, etc. —usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"divert:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to change the direction or use of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"divert:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or power of carefully thinking about, listening to, or watching someone or something —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"divert": {
"def": "(verb) to change the direction or use of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"divine:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or coming from God or a god",
"source": "MW"
},
"divine:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to discover or understand (something) without having direct evidence",
"source": "MW"
},
"divine:noun": {
"def": "(noun) punishment for doing something wrong —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"divine": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or coming from God or a god",
"source": "MW"
},
"divorce:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a man who is divorced",
"source": "MW"
},
"divorce:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use a legal process by which you try to get a court of law to force a person, company, or organization that has treated you unfairly or hurt you in some way to give you something or to do something : to bring a lawsuit against someone or something —often + for —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"divorce": {
"def": "(noun) the ending of a marriage by a legal process —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"doctrine:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a set of ideas or beliefs that are taught or believed to be true",
"source": "MW"
},
"doctrine": {
"def": "(noun) a set of ideas or beliefs that are taught or believed to be true",
"source": "MW"
},
"documentation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the documents, records, etc., that are used to prove something or make something official",
"source": "MW"
},
"documentation": {
"def": "(noun) the documents, records, etc., that are used to prove something or make something official",
"source": "MW"
},
"domain:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a right of a government to take private property for public use",
"source": "MW"
},
"domain": {
"def": "(noun) the land that a ruler or a government controls : territory",
"source": "MW"
},
"dominance:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) more important, powerful, or successful than most or all others",
"source": "MW"
},
"dominance": {
"def": "(adjective) more important, powerful, or successful than most or all others",
"source": "MW"
},
"dominant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) more important, powerful, or successful than most or all others",
"source": "MW"
},
"dominant": {
"def": "(adjective) more important, powerful, or successful than most or all others",
"source": "MW"
},
"donation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as money, food, clothes, etc.) that you give in order to help a person or organization",
"source": "MW"
},
"donation": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as money, food, clothes, etc.) that you give in order to help a person or organization",
"source": "MW"
},
"donor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a man who gives his sperm usually to a sperm bank so that it can be used to help women get pregnant",
"source": "MW"
},
"donor": {
"def": "(noun) a person or group that gives something (such as money, food, or clothes) in order to help a person or organization",
"source": "MW"
},
"dose:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a substance that is used in treating disease or relieving pain and that is usually in the form of a pill or a liquid",
"source": "MW"
},
"dose:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give a dose of medicine to (someone or something) —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"dose": {
"def": "(noun) the amount of a medicine, drug, or vitamin that is taken at one time",
"source": "MW"
},
"dot:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a unit of time that is equal to 12 months or 365 or sometimes 366 days",
"source": "MW"
},
"dot:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to mark (something) with a dot",
"source": "MW"
},
"dot": {
"def": "(noun) a small round mark",
"source": "MW"
},
"drain:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to show that you are happy or that you think something is funny by smiling and making a sound from your throat —often + at",
"source": "MW"
},
"drain:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a part at the end of an electric cord that has two or three metal pins that connect the cord to a source of electricity",
"source": "MW"
},
"drain": {
"def": "(verb) to remove (liquid) from something by letting it flow away or out —often + from",
"source": "MW"
},
"dramatically:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) sudden and extreme",
"source": "MW"
},
"dramatically": {
"def": "(adjective) sudden and extreme",
"source": "MW"
},
"driving:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very aggressive, determined, or ambitious",
"source": "MW"
},
"driving:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an official document or card which shows that you have the legal right to drive a vehicle —called also (British) driving licence",
"source": "MW"
},
"driving:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to direct the movement of (a car, truck, bus, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"driving": {
"def": "(adjective) falling or blowing with great force and speed",
"source": "MW"
},
"drought:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long period of time during which there is very little or no rain",
"source": "MW"
},
"drought": {
"def": "(noun) a long period of time during which there is very little or no rain",
"source": "MW"
},
"drown:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to die by being underwater too long and unable to breathe",
"source": "MW"
},
"drown:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of sadness or grief caused especially by the loss of someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"drown": {
"def": "(verb) to die by being underwater too long and unable to breathe",
"source": "MW"
},
"dual:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having two different parts, uses, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"dual:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a major road that has something (such as a guardrail or an area with grass and trees) that separates lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions —called also (British) dual carriageway",
"source": "MW"
},
"dual": {
"def": "(adjective) having two different parts, uses, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"dub:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to replace the original recorded speech in a movie or television show with speech recorded in another language —often used as (be) dubbed",
"source": "MW"
},
"dub": {
"def": "(verb) to give (someone or something) a name or title",
"source": "MW"
},
"dumb:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not showing or having good judgment or intelligence : stupid or foolish",
"source": "MW"
},
"dumb:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit (someone or something) in a forceful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"dumb:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a short, low sound that is made by a chicken",
"source": "MW"
},
"dumb": {
"def": "(adjective) not showing or having good judgment or intelligence : stupid or foolish",
"source": "MW"
},
"dump:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) somewhere in a quick and careless way —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"dump:noun": {
"def": "(noun) things that are no longer useful or wanted and that have been thrown out : trash",
"source": "MW"
},
"dump": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) somewhere in a quick and careless way —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"duo:noun": {
"def": "(noun) two people who perform together, are usually seen together, or are associated with each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"duo": {
"def": "(noun) two people who perform together, are usually seen together, or are associated with each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"duration:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the length of time that something exists or lasts",
"source": "MW"
},
"duration": {
"def": "(noun) the length of time that something exists or lasts",
"source": "MW"
},
"dynamic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) always active or changing",
"source": "MW"
},
"dynamic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the way that two or more people behave with each other because of a particular situation",
"source": "MW"
},
"dynamic": {
"def": "(adjective) always active or changing",
"source": "MW"
},
"eager:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very excited and interested : feeling a strong and impatient desire to do something or for something",
"source": "MW"
},
"eager:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is very enthusiastic about doing something : a hardworking and eager person",
"source": "MW"
},
"eager": {
"def": "(adjective) very excited and interested : feeling a strong and impatient desire to do something or for something",
"source": "MW"
},
"earnings:noun": {
"def": "(noun) money received as wages or gained as profit",
"source": "MW"
},
"earnings": {
"def": "(noun) money received as wages or gained as profit",
"source": "MW"
},
"ease:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of a person that thinks, reasons, feels, and remembers",
"source": "MW"
},
"ease:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) in a place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"ease:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not comfortable or relaxed : nervous or embarrassed",
"source": "MW"
},
"ease": {
"def": "(noun) freedom from pain or trouble : comfort of body or mind",
"source": "MW"
},
"echo:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sound that is a copy of another sound and that is produced when sound waves bounce off a surface (such as a wall)",
"source": "MW"
},
"echo:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be filled with sounds and especially with echoes",
"source": "MW"
},
"echo": {
"def": "(noun) a sound that is a copy of another sound and that is produced when sound waves bounce off a surface (such as a wall)",
"source": "MW"
},
"ecological:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a science that deals with the relationships between groups of living things and their environments",
"source": "MW"
},
"ecological": {
"def": "(noun) a science that deals with the relationships between groups of living things and their environments",
"source": "MW"
},
"economics:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a theory that reducing taxes especially for rich people will lead to an improved economy",
"source": "MW"
},
"economics": {
"def": "(noun) a science concerned with the process or system by which goods and services are produced, sold, and bought",
"source": "MW"
},
"economist:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who studies or specializes in economics (sense 1)",
"source": "MW"
},
"economist": {
"def": "(noun) a person who studies or specializes in economics (sense 1)",
"source": "MW"
},
"editorial:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to an editor",
"source": "MW"
},
"editorial:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an essay in a newspaper or magazine that gives the opinions of its editors or publishers —called also (British) leader, leading article",
"source": "MW"
},
"editorial": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to an editor",
"source": "MW"
},
"educator:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person (such as a teacher or a school administrator) who has a job in the field of education",
"source": "MW"
},
"educator": {
"def": "(noun) a person (such as a teacher or a school administrator) who has a job in the field of education",
"source": "MW"
},
"effectiveness:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) producing good results without costing a lot of money",
"source": "MW"
},
"effectiveness": {
"def": "(adjective) producing a result that is wanted : having an intended effect",
"source": "MW"
},
"efficiency:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small apartment that usually includes furniture and has a small and simple kitchen area",
"source": "MW"
},
"efficiency": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to do something or produce something without wasting materials, time, or energy : the quality or degree of being efficient (technical)",
"source": "MW"
},
"efficiently:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) capable of producing desired results without wasting materials, time, or energy",
"source": "MW"
},
"efficiently": {
"def": "(adjective) capable of producing desired results without wasting materials, time, or energy",
"source": "MW"
},
"ego:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a different version of yourself",
"source": "MW"
},
"ego:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to injure (someone or something) by cutting or breaking the skin",
"source": "MW"
},
"ego": {
"def": "(noun) the opinion that you have about yourself",
"source": "MW"
},
"electoral:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to an election or to the process by which people are elected",
"source": "MW"
},
"electoral": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to an election or to the process by which people are elected",
"source": "MW"
},
"electronics:noun": {
"def": "(noun) devices (such as televisions, radios, and computers) that operate using many small electrical parts",
"source": "MW"
},
"electronics": {
"def": "(noun) devices (such as televisions, radios, and computers) that operate using many small electrical parts",
"source": "MW"
},
"elegant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) showing good taste : graceful and attractive",
"source": "MW"
},
"elegant": {
"def": "(adjective) showing good taste : graceful and attractive",
"source": "MW"
},
"elementary:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) basic and simple : involving the simplest parts of a subject",
"source": "MW"
},
"elementary:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a school in the U.S. for young children —called also primary school",
"source": "MW"
},
"elementary": {
"def": "(adjective) basic and simple : involving the simplest parts of a subject",
"source": "MW"
},
"elevate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to lift (something) up",
"source": "MW"
},
"elevate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is created with imagination and skill and that is beautiful or that expresses important ideas or feelings",
"source": "MW"
},
"elevate": {
"def": "(verb) to lift (something) up",
"source": "MW"
},
"eligible:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be chosen for something : able to do or receive something —often followed by to + verb —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"eligible:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a man who is not married; especially : a man who has never been married",
"source": "MW"
},
"eligible": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be chosen for something : able to do or receive something —often followed by to + verb —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"eliminate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to remove (something that is not wanted or needed) : to get rid of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"eliminate": {
"def": "(verb) to remove (something that is not wanted or needed) : to get rid of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"elite:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the people who have the most wealth and status in a society : the most successful or powerful group of people—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"elite": {
"def": "(noun) the people who have the most wealth and status in a society : the most successful or powerful group of people—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"embark:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to begin a journey especially on a ship or airplane",
"source": "MW"
},
"embark": {
"def": "(verb) to begin a journey especially on a ship or airplane",
"source": "MW"
},
"embarrassment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) large amounts of money and possessions",
"source": "MW"
},
"embarrassment": {
"def": "(noun) the state of feeling foolish in front of others",
"source": "MW"
},
"embassy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people who work under an ambassador and represent their country in a foreign country",
"source": "MW"
},
"embassy": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people who work under an ambassador and represent their country in a foreign country",
"source": "MW"
},
"embed:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to place or set (something) firmly in something else —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"embed": {
"def": "(verb) to place or set (something) firmly in something else —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"embody:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to represent (something) in a clear and obvious way : to be a symbol or example of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"embody": {
"def": "(verb) to represent (something) in a clear and obvious way : to be a symbol or example of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"embrace:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hold someone in your arms as a way of expressing love or friendship",
"source": "MW"
},
"embrace:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of holding someone in your arms : the act of embracing someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"embrace": {
"def": "(verb) to hold someone in your arms as a way of expressing love or friendship",
"source": "MW"
},
"emergence:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of becoming known or coming into view : the act of emerging",
"source": "MW"
},
"emergence": {
"def": "(noun) the act of becoming known or coming into view : the act of emerging",
"source": "MW"
},
"emission:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of producing or sending out something (such as energy or gas) from a source",
"source": "MW"
},
"emission": {
"def": "(noun) the act of producing or sending out something (such as energy or gas) from a source",
"source": "MW"
},
"emotionally:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to emotions",
"source": "MW"
},
"emotionally": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to emotions",
"source": "MW"
},
"empirical:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) based on testing or experience",
"source": "MW"
},
"empirical": {
"def": "(adjective) based on testing or experience",
"source": "MW"
},
"empower:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give power to (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"empower": {
"def": "(verb) to give power to (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"enact:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to perform (something, such as a scene in a play)",
"source": "MW"
},
"enact": {
"def": "(verb) to perform (something, such as a scene in a play)",
"source": "MW"
},
"encompass:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to include (something) as a part",
"source": "MW"
},
"encompass": {
"def": "(verb) to include (something) as a part",
"source": "MW"
},
"encouragement:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of making something more appealing or more likely to happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"encouragement": {
"def": "(noun) the act of making something more appealing or more likely to happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"encouraging:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing a hopeful feeling",
"source": "MW"
},
"encouraging:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) more determined, hopeful, or confident —often used as (be) encouraged —sometimes followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"encouraging": {
"def": "(adjective) causing a hopeful feeling",
"source": "MW"
},
"endeavor:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to seriously or continually try to do (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"endeavor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a serious effort or attempt",
"source": "MW"
},
"endeavor": {
"def": "(verb) to seriously or continually try to do (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"endless:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having no end : seeming to have no end : lasting or taking a long time",
"source": "MW"
},
"endless": {
"def": "(adjective) having no end : seeming to have no end : lasting or taking a long time",
"source": "MW"
},
"endorse:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to publicly or officially say that you support or approve of (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"endorse": {
"def": "(verb) to publicly or officially say that you support or approve of (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"endorsement:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or result of endorsing someone or something: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"endorsement": {
"def": "(noun) the act or result of endorsing someone or something: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"enforce:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (a law, rule, etc.) active or effective : to make sure that people do what is required by (a law, rule, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"enforce:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the whole system or set of rules made by the government of a town, state, country, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"enforce": {
"def": "(verb) to make (a law, rule, etc.) active or effective : to make sure that people do what is required by (a law, rule, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"enforcement:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (a law, rule, etc.) active or effective : to make sure that people do what is required by (a law, rule, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"enforcement:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the whole system or set of rules made by the government of a town, state, country, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"enforcement": {
"def": "(verb) to make (a law, rule, etc.) active or effective : to make sure that people do what is required by (a law, rule, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"engagement:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an agreement to be married : the act of becoming engaged or the state of being engaged to be married —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"engagement": {
"def": "(noun) an agreement to be married : the act of becoming engaged or the state of being engaged to be married —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"engaging:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very attractive or pleasing in a way that holds your attention",
"source": "MW"
},
"engaging:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hire (someone) to perform a particular service : to pay for (help, services, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"engaging": {
"def": "(adjective) very attractive or pleasing in a way that holds your attention",
"source": "MW"
},
"enjoyable:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take pleasure in (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"enjoyable": {
"def": "(verb) to take pleasure in (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"enrich:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) rich or richer",
"source": "MW"
},
"enrich": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) rich or richer",
"source": "MW"
},
"enroll:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to enter (someone) as a member of or participant in something—usually + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"enroll": {
"def": "(verb) to enter (someone) as a member of or participant in something—usually + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"ensue:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to come at a later time : to happen as a result",
"source": "MW"
},
"ensue": {
"def": "(verb) to come at a later time : to happen as a result",
"source": "MW"
},
"enterprise:noun": {
"def": "(noun) free enterprise",
"source": "MW"
},
"enterprise": {
"def": "(noun) a project or activity that involves many people and that is often difficult",
"source": "MW"
},
"entertaining:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) amusing and enjoyable : providing entertainment",
"source": "MW"
},
"entertaining:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have people as guests in your home or in a public place (such as a restaurant)",
"source": "MW"
},
"entertaining": {
"def": "(adjective) amusing and enjoyable : providing entertainment",
"source": "MW"
},
"enthusiast:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who feels enthusiasm for something : a person who enjoys something very much",
"source": "MW"
},
"enthusiast": {
"def": "(noun) a person who feels enthusiasm for something : a person who enjoys something very much",
"source": "MW"
},
"entitle:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give a title to (something, such as a book) : title",
"source": "MW"
},
"entitle": {
"def": "(verb) to give a title to (something, such as a book) : title",
"source": "MW"
},
"entity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that exists by itself : something that is separate from other things",
"source": "MW"
},
"entity": {
"def": "(noun) something that exists by itself : something that is separate from other things",
"source": "MW"
},
"entrepreneur:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who starts a business and is willing to risk loss in order to make money",
"source": "MW"
},
"entrepreneur": {
"def": "(noun) a person who starts a business and is willing to risk loss in order to make money",
"source": "MW"
},
"envelope:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an envelope that contains your wages",
"source": "MW"
},
"envelope:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) used in or taken for returning to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"envelope:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use force to move (someone or something) forward or away from you —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"envelope": {
"def": "(noun) an enclosing cover for a letter, card, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"epidemic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an occurrence in which a disease spreads very quickly and affects a large number of people",
"source": "MW"
},
"epidemic": {
"def": "(noun) an occurrence in which a disease spreads very quickly and affects a large number of people",
"source": "MW"
},
"equality:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a symbol = used to show that two numbers are equal —called also equals sign",
"source": "MW"
},
"equality": {
"def": "(noun) the quality or state of being equal : the quality or state of having the same rights, social status, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"equation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an equation in which the highest unknown variable is multiplied by itself only once",
"source": "MW"
},
"equation:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go or come into (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"equation": {
"def": "(noun) a statement that two expressions are equal (such as 8 + 3 = 11 or 2x - 3 = 7)",
"source": "MW"
},
"equivalent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having the same value, use, meaning, etc. —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"equivalent:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that has the same value, use, meaning, etc., as another thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"equivalent": {
"def": "(adjective) having the same value, use, meaning, etc. —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"era:noun": {
"def": "(noun) christian era",
"source": "MW"
},
"era": {
"def": "(noun) a period of time that is associated with a particular quality, event, person, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"erect:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) straight up and down",
"source": "MW"
},
"erect:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to build (something) by putting together materials —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"erect": {
"def": "(adjective) straight up and down",
"source": "MW"
},
"erupt:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to send out rocks, ash, lava, etc., in a sudden explosion; also : to come out in a sudden explosion—+ from",
"source": "MW"
},
"erupt": {
"def": "(verb) to send out rocks, ash, lava, etc., in a sudden explosion; also : to come out in a sudden explosion—+ from",
"source": "MW"
},
"escalate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become worse or to make (something) worse or more severe",
"source": "MW"
},
"escalate": {
"def": "(verb) to become worse or to make (something) worse or more severe",
"source": "MW"
},
"essence:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the basic nature of a thing : the quality or qualities that make a thing what it is",
"source": "MW"
},
"essence": {
"def": "(noun) the basic nature of a thing : the quality or qualities that make a thing what it is",
"source": "MW"
},
"essentially:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely important and necessary —often + to or for —often followed by to + verb —often + that",
"source": "MW"
},
"essentially": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely important and necessary —often + to or for —often followed by to + verb —often + that",
"source": "MW"
},
"establishment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place or organization where people live or do business",
"source": "MW"
},
"establishment": {
"def": "(noun) a place or organization where people live or do business",
"source": "MW"
},
"eternal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having no beginning and no end in time : lasting forever",
"source": "MW"
},
"eternal": {
"def": "(adjective) having no beginning and no end in time : lasting forever",
"source": "MW"
},
"ethic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) rules of behavior based on ideas about what is morally good and bad —usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"ethic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) suitable to be worn while you are working",
"source": "MW"
},
"ethic": {
"def": "(noun) rules of behavior based on ideas about what is morally good and bad —usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"ethnic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to races or large groups of people who have the same customs, religion, origin, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"ethnic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the practice of removing or killing people who belong to an ethnic group that is different from the ruling group in a country or region",
"source": "MW"
},
"ethnic": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to races or large groups of people who have the same customs, religion, origin, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"evacuate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to remove (someone) from a dangerous place",
"source": "MW"
},
"evacuate": {
"def": "(verb) to remove (someone) from a dangerous place",
"source": "MW"
},
"evaluation:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to judge the value or condition of (someone or something) in a careful and thoughtful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"evaluation:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"evaluation": {
"def": "(verb) to judge the value or condition of (someone or something) in a careful and thoughtful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"evident:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) clearly true and requiring no proof or explanation",
"source": "MW"
},
"evident": {
"def": "(adjective) clear to the sight or mind : obvious",
"source": "MW"
},
"evoke:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to bring (a memory, feeling, image, etc.) into the mind",
"source": "MW"
},
"evoke": {
"def": "(verb) to bring (a memory, feeling, image, etc.) into the mind",
"source": "MW"
},
"evolution:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a theory that the differences between modern plants and animals are because of changes that happened by a natural process over a very long time",
"source": "MW"
},
"evolution": {
"def": "(noun) a theory that the differences between modern plants and animals are because of changes that happened by a natural process over a very long time",
"source": "MW"
},
"evolutionary:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a theory that the differences between modern plants and animals are because of changes that happened by a natural process over a very long time",
"source": "MW"
},
"evolutionary": {
"def": "(noun) a theory that the differences between modern plants and animals are because of changes that happened by a natural process over a very long time",
"source": "MW"
},
"evolve:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to change or develop slowly often into a better, more complex, or more advanced state : to develop by a process of evolution",
"source": "MW"
},
"evolve": {
"def": "(verb) to change or develop slowly often into a better, more complex, or more advanced state : to develop by a process of evolution",
"source": "MW"
},
"exaggerate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to think of or describe something as larger or greater than it really is",
"source": "MW"
},
"exaggerate": {
"def": "(verb) to think of or describe something as larger or greater than it really is",
"source": "MW"
},
"exceed:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be greater or more than (something) : to be better than (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"exceed": {
"def": "(verb) to be greater or more than (something) : to be better than (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"excellence:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the middle point or part of something —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"excellence:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) better than all others",
"source": "MW"
},
"excellence": {
"def": "(noun) extremely high quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"exception:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a statement that tells you what is or is not allowed in a particular game, situation, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"exception:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to carry or move (something) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"exception": {
"def": "(noun) someone or something that is different from others : someone or something that is not included",
"source": "MW"
},
"exceptional:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not usual : unusual or uncommon",
"source": "MW"
},
"exceptional": {
"def": "(adjective) not usual : unusual or uncommon",
"source": "MW"
},
"excess:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an amount that is more than the usual or necessary amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"excess:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) more than is usual, allowed, or needed",
"source": "MW"
},
"excess": {
"def": "(noun) an amount that is more than the usual or necessary amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"excessive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) going beyond what is usual, normal, or proper",
"source": "MW"
},
"excessive": {
"def": "(adjective) going beyond what is usual, normal, or proper",
"source": "MW"
},
"exclude:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to prevent (someone) from doing something or being a part of a group —often + from",
"source": "MW"
},
"exclude": {
"def": "(verb) to prevent (someone) from doing something or being a part of a group —often + from",
"source": "MW"
},
"exclusion:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to prevent (someone) from doing something or being a part of a group —often + from",
"source": "MW"
},
"exclusion:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"exclusion": {
"def": "(verb) to prevent (someone) from doing something or being a part of a group —often + from",
"source": "MW"
},
"exclusive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) related in such a way that each thing makes the other thing impossible : not able to be true at the same time or to exist together —often used after not to describe things that can exist together or at the same time",
"source": "MW"
},
"exclusive:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a news story that appears in only one newspaper or that is broadcast by only one television or radio station",
"source": "MW"
},
"exclusive": {
"def": "(adjective) not shared : available to only one person or group",
"source": "MW"
},
"exclusively:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not shared : available to only one person or group",
"source": "MW"
},
"exclusively": {
"def": "(adjective) not shared : available to only one person or group",
"source": "MW"
},
"execute:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to kill (someone) especially as punishment for a crime",
"source": "MW"
},
"execute": {
"def": "(verb) to kill (someone) especially as punishment for a crime",
"source": "MW"
},
"execution:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an occasion in which you spend time at a place as a guest or visitor",
"source": "MW"
},
"execution": {
"def": "(noun) the act of killing someone especially as punishment for a crime",
"source": "MW"
},
"exert:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use (strength, ability, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"exert": {
"def": "(verb) to use (strength, ability, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"exile:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who has moved from one country to another country in order to avoid paying taxes",
"source": "MW"
},
"exile:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to force (someone) to go to live in a distant place or foreign country : to force (someone) into exile—usually used as (be) exiled",
"source": "MW"
},
"exile": {
"def": "(noun) a situation in which you are forced to leave your country or home and go to live in a foreign country —often used after in or into —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"exotic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very different, strange, or unusual",
"source": "MW"
},
"exotic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a plant or animal that does not live or grow naturally in a particular area",
"source": "MW"
},
"exotic": {
"def": "(adjective) very different, strange, or unusual",
"source": "MW"
},
"expansion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small piece of stiff paper that is marked with symbols or pictures to show its value, comes in a set, and is used for playing games (such as poker) —called also playing card",
"source": "MW"
},
"expansion": {
"def": "(noun) the act of becoming bigger or of making something bigger : the act of expanding",
"source": "MW"
},
"expedition:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a journey especially by a group of people for a specific purpose (such as to explore a distant place or to do research) —also used in a playful way to refer to a short trip for a specific purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"expedition": {
"def": "(noun) a journey especially by a group of people for a specific purpose (such as to explore a distant place or to do research) —also used in a playful way to refer to a short trip for a specific purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"expenditure:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an amount of money that is spent on something",
"source": "MW"
},
"expenditure": {
"def": "(noun) an amount of money that is spent on something",
"source": "MW"
},
"experimental:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to a scientific experiment or to scientific experiments in general",
"source": "MW"
},
"experimental": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to a scientific experiment or to scientific experiments in general",
"source": "MW"
},
"expertise:noun": {
"def": "(noun) special skill or knowledge : the skill or knowledge an expert has",
"source": "MW"
},
"expertise": {
"def": "(noun) special skill or knowledge : the skill or knowledge an expert has",
"source": "MW"
},
"expire:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to end : to no longer be valid after a period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"expire": {
"def": "(verb) to end : to no longer be valid after a period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"explicit:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very clear and complete : leaving no doubt about the meaning",
"source": "MW"
},
"explicit": {
"def": "(adjective) very clear and complete : leaving no doubt about the meaning",
"source": "MW"
},
"explicitly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very clear and complete : leaving no doubt about the meaning",
"source": "MW"
},
"explicitly": {
"def": "(adjective) very clear and complete : leaving no doubt about the meaning",
"source": "MW"
},
"exploit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an exciting act or action—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"exploit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to get value or use from (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"exploit": {
"def": "(noun) an exciting act or action—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"exploitation:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to get value or use from (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"exploitation": {
"def": "(verb) to get value or use from (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"explosive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to cause an explosion : used for exploding something",
"source": "MW"
},
"explosive:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an explosive that is made of a soft substance like clay that can be formed into different shapes",
"source": "MW"
},
"explosive": {
"def": "(adjective) able to cause an explosion : used for exploding something",
"source": "MW"
},
"exposure:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the crime of showing your sexual organs to other people in public",
"source": "MW"
},
"exposure": {
"def": "(noun) the fact or condition of being affected by something or experiencing something : the condition of being exposed to something",
"source": "MW"
},
"extension:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an electric cord that is used to make another electric cord reach farther —called also extension, extension lead",
"source": "MW"
},
"extension": {
"def": "(noun) the act of extending something: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"extensive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) large in size or amount : very full or complete",
"source": "MW"
},
"extensive": {
"def": "(adjective) large in size or amount : very full or complete",
"source": "MW"
},
"extensively:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) large in size or amount : very full or complete",
"source": "MW"
},
"extensively": {
"def": "(adjective) large in size or amount : very full or complete",
"source": "MW"
},
"extract:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to remove (something) by pulling it out or cutting it out",
"source": "MW"
},
"extract:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a substance that you get from something by using a machine or chemicals",
"source": "MW"
},
"extract": {
"def": "(verb) to remove (something) by pulling it out or cutting it out",
"source": "MW"
},
"extremist:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who has extreme ideas about politics, religion, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"extremist": {
"def": "(noun) someone who has extreme ideas about politics, religion, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"fabric:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a product that is used to make clothes softer when they are washed or dried in a machine —called also (British) conditioner",
"source": "MW"
},
"fabric": {
"def": "(noun) woven or knitted material : cloth",
"source": "MW"
},
"fabulous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very large in amount or size",
"source": "MW"
},
"fabulous": {
"def": "(adjective) very large in amount or size",
"source": "MW"
},
"facilitate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) easier : to help cause (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"facilitate": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) easier : to help cause (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"faction:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group within a larger group that has different ideas and opinions than the rest of the group",
"source": "MW"
},
"faction": {
"def": "(noun) a group within a larger group that has different ideas and opinions than the rest of the group",
"source": "MW"
},
"faculty:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the group of teachers in a school or college —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"faculty": {
"def": "(noun) the group of teachers in a school or college —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"fade:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to lose strength or freshness : to become weaker",
"source": "MW"
},
"fade:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the parts of a room or house (such as window frames or stairs) that are made of wood",
"source": "MW"
},
"fade": {
"def": "(verb) to lose strength or freshness : to become weaker",
"source": "MW"
},
"failed:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to not succeed : to end without success —followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"failed": {
"def": "(verb) to not succeed : to end without success —followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"fairness:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) agreeing with what is thought to be right or acceptable",
"source": "MW"
},
"fairness": {
"def": "(adjective) agreeing with what is thought to be right or acceptable",
"source": "MW"
},
"fake:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not true or real : meant to look real or genuine but not real or genuine",
"source": "MW"
},
"fake:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small, thin piece of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"fake:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to break apart into small, thin pieces",
"source": "MW"
},
"fake": {
"def": "(adjective) not true or real : meant to look real or genuine but not real or genuine",
"source": "MW"
},
"fame:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the amount of money that you pay for something or that something costs —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"fame": {
"def": "(noun) the condition of being known or recognized by many people",
"source": "MW"
},
"fantasy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of flying : the act of moving through the air by the use of wings",
"source": "MW"
},
"fantasy": {
"def": "(noun) something that is produced by the imagination : an idea about doing something that is far removed from normal reality",
"source": "MW"
},
"fare:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do something well or badly",
"source": "MW"
},
"fare:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a list of the things that are served at a restaurant : menu",
"source": "MW"
},
"fare": {
"def": "(verb) to do something well or badly",
"source": "MW"
},
"fatal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing death",
"source": "MW"
},
"fatal:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give cards to the players in a card game —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"fatal": {
"def": "(adjective) causing death",
"source": "MW"
},
"favorable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) showing approval",
"source": "MW"
},
"favorable": {
"def": "(adjective) showing approval",
"source": "MW"
},
"feat:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act or achievement that shows courage, strength, or skill",
"source": "MW"
},
"feat:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not kind to people : cruel or harsh",
"source": "MW"
},
"feat": {
"def": "(noun) an act or achievement that shows courage, strength, or skill",
"source": "MW"
},
"felony:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a serious crime (such as murder or rape)",
"source": "MW"
},
"felony": {
"def": "(noun) a serious crime (such as murder or rape)",
"source": "MW"
},
"feminist:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the belief that men and women should have equal rights and opportunities",
"source": "MW"
},
"feminist": {
"def": "(noun) the belief that men and women should have equal rights and opportunities",
"source": "MW"
},
"fiber:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a living thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"fiber": {
"def": "(noun) plant material that cannot be digested but that helps you to digest other food",
"source": "MW"
},
"filmmaker:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person (such as a director or producer) who makes movies",
"source": "MW"
},
"filmmaker": {
"def": "(noun) a person (such as a director or producer) who makes movies",
"source": "MW"
},
"filter:noun": {
"def": "(noun) e-mail that is not wanted : e-mail that is sent to large numbers of people and that consists mostly of advertising",
"source": "MW"
},
"filter:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to pass (something, such as a gas or liquid) through a filter to remove something unwanted",
"source": "MW"
},
"filter": {
"def": "(noun) a device that is used to remove something unwanted from a liquid or gas that passes through it",
"source": "MW"
},
"fine:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) good, acceptable, or satisfactory : ok",
"source": "MW"
},
"fine:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) not badly or poorly : well enough",
"source": "MW"
},
"fine:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an opportunity to do something : an amount of time or a situation in which something can be done —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"fine:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make small changes to (something) in order to improve the way it works or to make it exactly right",
"source": "MW"
},
"fine:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) close to or next to (something or someone) : near",
"source": "MW"
},
"fine": {
"def": "(adjective) good, acceptable, or satisfactory : ok",
"source": "MW"
},
"firearm:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small gun",
"source": "MW"
},
"firearm": {
"def": "(noun) a small gun",
"source": "MW"
},
"firefighter:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a member of a group that works to put out fires",
"source": "MW"
},
"firefighter": {
"def": "(noun) a member of a group that works to put out fires",
"source": "MW"
},
"firework:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small device that explodes to make a display of light and noise—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"firework": {
"def": "(noun) a small device that explodes to make a display of light and noise—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"fiscal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to money and especially to the money a government, business, or organization earns, spends, and owes",
"source": "MW"
},
"fiscal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a 12-month period used by a government, business, or organization to calculate how much money is being earned, spent, etc. —called also (British) financial year",
"source": "MW"
},
"fiscal": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to money and especially to the money a government, business, or organization earns, spends, and owes",
"source": "MW"
},
"fit:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) proper or acceptable : morally or socially correct—often + for —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"fit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to break open or into pieces in a sudden and violent way",
"source": "MW"
},
"fit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very small insect that lives on animals and that has strong legs used for jumping",
"source": "MW"
},
"fit": {
"def": "(adjective) proper or acceptable : morally or socially correct—often + for —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"flavor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the quality of something that you can taste",
"source": "MW"
},
"flavor:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give or add flavor to (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"flavor": {
"def": "(noun) the quality of something that you can taste",
"source": "MW"
},
"flaw:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small physical problem (such as a crack) that makes something less valuable : defect",
"source": "MW"
},
"flaw:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing strong feelings of sadness usually because someone has died in a way that seems very shocking, unfair, etc. —sometimes used in an exaggerated way to describe something that is very bad, unfortunate, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"flaw": {
"def": "(noun) a small physical problem (such as a crack) that makes something less valuable : defect",
"source": "MW"
},
"flawed:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a mistake, fault, or weakness",
"source": "MW"
},
"flawed": {
"def": "(adjective) having a mistake, fault, or weakness",
"source": "MW"
},
"fleet:noun": {
"def": "(noun) —used as a name for London newspapers and journalists",
"source": "MW"
},
"fleet:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to run fast",
"source": "MW"
},
"fleet": {
"def": "(noun) a group of military ships that are controlled by one leader",
"source": "MW"
},
"flesh:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the force within a person that is believed to give the body life, energy, and power",
"source": "MW"
},
"flesh:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to push (something) with strong or steady force",
"source": "MW"
},
"flesh": {
"def": "(noun) the soft parts of the body of an animal or person",
"source": "MW"
},
"flexibility:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) capable of bending or being bent",
"source": "MW"
},
"flexibility": {
"def": "(adjective) capable of bending or being bent",
"source": "MW"
},
"flourish:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to grow well : to be healthy",
"source": "MW"
},
"flourish:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is added as a detail or decoration",
"source": "MW"
},
"flourish": {
"def": "(verb) to grow well : to be healthy",
"source": "MW"
},
"fluid:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) capable of flowing freely like water",
"source": "MW"
},
"fluid:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small device that produces a flame used for lighting something (such as a cigarette)",
"source": "MW"
},
"fluid": {
"def": "(adjective) capable of flowing freely like water",
"source": "MW"
},
"fond:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing love or friendship : affectionate",
"source": "MW"
},
"fond": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing love or friendship : affectionate",
"source": "MW"
},
"fool:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a short journey that you take to do or get something —often used with run —sometimes used with do",
"source": "MW"
},
"fool:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do activities for fun or enjoyment —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"fool:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) no person : no one",
"source": "MW"
},
"fool": {
"def": "(noun) a person who lacks good sense or judgment : a stupid or silly person",
"source": "MW"
},
"footage:noun": {
"def": "(noun) scenes or action recorded on film or video",
"source": "MW"
},
"footage": {
"def": "(noun) scenes or action recorded on film or video",
"source": "MW"
},
"forbid:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to order (someone) not to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"forbid:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the place where God lives and where good people go after they die according to some religions",
"source": "MW"
},
"forbid": {
"def": "(verb) to order (someone) not to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"forecast:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say that (something) will happen in the future : to predict (something, such as weather) after looking at the information that is available",
"source": "MW"
},
"forecast:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a statement about what you think is going to happen in the future",
"source": "MW"
},
"forecast": {
"def": "(verb) to say that (something) will happen in the future : to predict (something, such as weather) after looking at the information that is available",
"source": "MW"
},
"foreigner:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is from a country that is not your own",
"source": "MW"
},
"foreigner": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is from a country that is not your own",
"source": "MW"
},
"forge:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move forward slowly and steadily —usually + ahead",
"source": "MW"
},
"forge:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place where objects are made by heating and shaping metal",
"source": "MW"
},
"forge": {
"def": "(verb) to form something by heating and shaping metal",
"source": "MW"
},
"format:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the form, design, or arrangement of something (such as a book, magazine, or television or radio program)",
"source": "MW"
},
"format:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to arrange (something) in a particular format",
"source": "MW"
},
"format": {
"def": "(noun) the form, design, or arrangement of something (such as a book, magazine, or television or radio program)",
"source": "MW"
},
"formerly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at an earlier time : in the past",
"source": "MW"
},
"formerly": {
"def": "(adverb) at an earlier time : in the past",
"source": "MW"
},
"formula:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a plan or method for doing, making, or achieving something —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"formula:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having the power to make impossible things happen : having supernatural power",
"source": "MW"
},
"formula": {
"def": "(noun) a plan or method for doing, making, or achieving something —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"formulate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to create, invent, or produce (something) by careful thought and effort",
"source": "MW"
},
"formulate": {
"def": "(verb) to create, invent, or produce (something) by careful thought and effort",
"source": "MW"
},
"forthcoming:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) appearing, happening, or arriving soon",
"source": "MW"
},
"forthcoming": {
"def": "(adjective) appearing, happening, or arriving soon",
"source": "MW"
},
"fortunate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having good luck : enjoying good fortune : lucky",
"source": "MW"
},
"fortunate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to think about (something or someone) carefully especially in order to make a choice or decision",
"source": "MW"
},
"fortunate": {
"def": "(adjective) having good luck : enjoying good fortune : lucky",
"source": "MW"
},
"forum:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a meeting at which a subject can be discussed",
"source": "MW"
},
"forum": {
"def": "(noun) a meeting at which a subject can be discussed",
"source": "MW"
},
"fossil:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a fuel (such as coal, oil, or natural gas) that is formed in the earth from dead plants or animals",
"source": "MW"
},
"fossil": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a leaf, skeleton, or footprint) that is from a plant or animal which lived in ancient times and that you can see in some rocks —sometimes used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"foster:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to help (something) grow or develop",
"source": "MW"
},
"foster:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe a situation in which for a period of time a child lives with and is cared for by people who are not the child's parents",
"source": "MW"
},
"foster:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is a father or mother : a person who has a child",
"source": "MW"
},
"foster": {
"def": "(verb) to help (something) grow or develop",
"source": "MW"
},
"foundation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a usually stone or concrete structure that supports a building from underneath",
"source": "MW"
},
"foundation:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to place (someone or something) down gently in a flat position —often + down",
"source": "MW"
},
"foundation": {
"def": "(noun) a usually stone or concrete structure that supports a building from underneath",
"source": "MW"
},
"founder:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an original member of a group (such as a club or corporation) —called also (US) charter member, founder member",
"source": "MW"
},
"founder:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to experience failure : to be unsuccessful : fail",
"source": "MW"
},
"founder": {
"def": "(noun) a person who creates or establishes something that is meant to last for a long time (such as a business or school) : a person who founds something",
"source": "MW"
},
"fraction:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a number that is written with a dot between the part of the number that is equal to 1 or more and the part of the number that is less than 1 —called also decimal fraction",
"source": "MW"
},
"fraction": {
"def": "(noun) a number (such as 1/2 or 3/4) which indicates that one number is being divided by another; also : a number (such as 3.323) that consists of a whole number and a decimal",
"source": "MW"
},
"fragile:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) easily broken or damaged : very delicate : not strong",
"source": "MW"
},
"fragile": {
"def": "(adjective) easily broken or damaged : very delicate : not strong",
"source": "MW"
},
"fragment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of words that is written out as a sentence but that lacks a subject or verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"fragment:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to break or to cause (something) to break into parts or pieces",
"source": "MW"
},
"fragment": {
"def": "(noun) a broken part or piece of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"framework:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the basic structure of something : a set of ideas or facts that provide support for something",
"source": "MW"
},
"framework": {
"def": "(noun) the basic structure of something : a set of ideas or facts that provide support for something",
"source": "MW"
},
"franchise:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the right to sell a company's goods or services in a particular area; also : a business that is given such a right",
"source": "MW"
},
"franchise:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to offer the right to sell (your company's goods or services) in a particular area",
"source": "MW"
},
"franchise": {
"def": "(noun) the right to sell a company's goods or services in a particular area; also : a business that is given such a right",
"source": "MW"
},
"frankly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in an honest and direct way —often used to introduce a statement that tells your true opinion, reason, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"frankly": {
"def": "(adverb) in an honest and direct way —often used to introduce a statement that tells your true opinion, reason, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"fraud:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the crime of stealing money by using computers, telephones, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"fraud": {
"def": "(noun) the crime of using dishonest methods to take something valuable from another person",
"source": "MW"
},
"frequent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening often",
"source": "MW"
},
"frequent:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to visit or go to (a place) often",
"source": "MW"
},
"frequent:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person or animal that flies",
"source": "MW"
},
"frequent": {
"def": "(adjective) happening often",
"source": "MW"
},
"freshman:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person's feelings, interests, and beliefs",
"source": "MW"
},
"freshman": {
"def": "(noun) a student in the first year of high school or college —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"frustrated:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very angry, discouraged, or upset because of being unable to do or complete something",
"source": "MW"
},
"frustrated:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to feel angry, discouraged, or upset because of not being able to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"frustrated": {
"def": "(adjective) very angry, discouraged, or upset because of being unable to do or complete something",
"source": "MW"
},
"frustrating:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing feelings of anger and annoyance",
"source": "MW"
},
"frustrating:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to feel angry, discouraged, or upset because of not being able to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"frustrating": {
"def": "(adjective) causing feelings of anger and annoyance",
"source": "MW"
},
"fulfill:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do what is required by (something, such as a promise or a contract)",
"source": "MW"
},
"fulfill": {
"def": "(verb) to do what is required by (something, such as a promise or a contract)",
"source": "MW"
},
"full-time:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) working the full number of hours considered normal or standard",
"source": "MW"
},
"full-time": {
"def": "(adjective) working the full number of hours considered normal or standard",
"source": "MW"
},
"functional:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) designed to have a practical use",
"source": "MW"
},
"functional": {
"def": "(adjective) designed to have a practical use",
"source": "MW"
},
"fundamentally:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at the most basic level",
"source": "MW"
},
"fundamentally": {
"def": "(adverb) at the most basic level",
"source": "MW"
},
"fundraising:noun": {
"def": "(noun) activity done to collect money for a political party, charity, school, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"fundraising": {
"def": "(noun) activity done to collect money for a political party, charity, school, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"funeral:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place where dead people are prepared for burial or cremation and where wakes and funerals are held —called also (US) funeral parlor",
"source": "MW"
},
"funeral": {
"def": "(noun) a ceremony held for a dead person",
"source": "MW"
},
"furious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) moving or able to move quickly",
"source": "MW"
},
"furious:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) with great speed : in a very short time : very quickly",
"source": "MW"
},
"furious": {
"def": "(adjective) very angry",
"source": "MW"
},
"gallon:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of soft hat that has a wide brim and that is worn especially by cowboys and cowgirls",
"source": "MW"
},
"gallon": {
"def": "(noun) a unit of liquid measurement equal to four U.S. quarts or 3.785 liters",
"source": "MW"
},
"gambling:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the practice or activity of betting money : the practice of risking money in a game or bet —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"gambling:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to play a game in which you can win or lose money or possessions : to bet money or other valuable things —often + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"gambling": {
"def": "(noun) the practice or activity of betting money : the practice of risking money in a game or bet —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"gaming:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the activity of playing computer games",
"source": "MW"
},
"gaming": {
"def": "(noun) the activity of playing computer games",
"source": "MW"
},
"gathering:noun": {
"def": "(noun) fine dry powder that builds up inside buildings on surfaces that have not recently been cleaned",
"source": "MW"
},
"gathering:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to bring (things or people) together into a group",
"source": "MW"
},
"gathering": {
"def": "(noun) an occasion when people come together as a group",
"source": "MW"
},
"gay:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) sexually attracted to someone who is the same sex : homosexual",
"source": "MW"
},
"gay:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the relationship that exists between two people who are united as spouses : the state of being married",
"source": "MW"
},
"gay": {
"def": "(adjective) sexually attracted to someone who is the same sex : homosexual",
"source": "MW"
},
"gear:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the body above the legs that is used for sitting : buttocks",
"source": "MW"
},
"gear:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become different",
"source": "MW"
},
"gear": {
"def": "(noun) supplies, tools, or clothes needed for a special purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"gender:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of dressing and behaving like a member of the opposite sex",
"source": "MW"
},
"gender": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being male or female : sex",
"source": "MW"
},
"gene:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a way of treating some disorders and diseases that usually involves replacing bad copies of genes with other genes",
"source": "MW"
},
"gene": {
"def": "(noun) a part of a cell that controls or influences the appearance, growth, etc., of a living thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"generic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a whole group or class",
"source": "MW"
},
"generic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a product (such as a drug) that is not sold or made under a particular brand name : a generic product",
"source": "MW"
},
"generic": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a whole group or class",
"source": "MW"
},
"genetic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or involving genes",
"source": "MW"
},
"genetic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a picture or chart that shows the rivers, mountains, streets, etc., in a particular area",
"source": "MW"
},
"genetic": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or involving genes",
"source": "MW"
},
"genius:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a serious illness caused when a blood vessel in your brain suddenly breaks or is blocked",
"source": "MW"
},
"genius": {
"def": "(noun) a very smart or talented person : a person who has a level of talent or intelligence that is very rare or remarkable",
"source": "MW"
},
"genocide:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the deliberate killing of people who belong to a particular racial, political, or cultural group",
"source": "MW"
},
"genocide": {
"def": "(noun) the deliberate killing of people who belong to a particular racial, political, or cultural group",
"source": "MW"
},
"genuine:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) actual, real, or true : not false or fake —often used in the phrase the genuine article to refer to someone or something that is not a copy or substitute",
"source": "MW"
},
"genuine:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of writing about a particular subject that is included in a magazine, newspaper, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"genuine": {
"def": "(adjective) actual, real, or true : not false or fake —often used in the phrase the genuine article to refer to someone or something that is not a copy or substitute",
"source": "MW"
},
"genuinely:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) actual, real, or true : not false or fake —often used in the phrase the genuine article to refer to someone or something that is not a copy or substitute",
"source": "MW"
},
"genuinely": {
"def": "(adjective) actual, real, or true : not false or fake —often used in the phrase the genuine article to refer to someone or something that is not a copy or substitute",
"source": "MW"
},
"gig:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a job for a musician, an actor, etc.; broadly, US : job",
"source": "MW"
},
"gig:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to work as a musician",
"source": "MW"
},
"gig": {
"def": "(noun) a job for a musician, an actor, etc.; broadly, US : job",
"source": "MW"
},
"glimpse:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use your hands to stop and hold (an object that is moving through the air)",
"source": "MW"
},
"glimpse:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a brief or quick view or look —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"glimpse": {
"def": "(verb) to look at or see (something or someone) for a very short time —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"globalization:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) cover, involve, or affect the entire world",
"source": "MW"
},
"globalization": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) cover, involve, or affect the entire world",
"source": "MW"
},
"globe:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who frequently travels to different places around the world",
"source": "MW"
},
"globe": {
"def": "(noun) an object that is shaped like a large ball with a map of the world on it",
"source": "MW"
},
"glorious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or deserving glory, fame, or honor",
"source": "MW"
},
"glorious": {
"def": "(adjective) having or deserving glory, fame, or honor",
"source": "MW"
},
"goodness:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the benefit of someone or something—used in phrases with for to say that something is done to help a particular person or thing —used in phrases with for to say that something is done for a particular purpose or to achieve a particular goal or result",
"source": "MW"
},
"goodness:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to stress that a statement is true —sometimes used in the phrases honest to God or honest to goodness",
"source": "MW"
},
"goodness:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to tell (someone) that you are grateful for something that he or she has done or given",
"source": "MW"
},
"goodness:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or belonging to me : made or done by me",
"source": "MW"
},
"goodness": {
"def": "(noun) the quality or state of being good: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"gorgeous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very beautiful or attractive",
"source": "MW"
},
"gorgeous": {
"def": "(adjective) very beautiful or attractive",
"source": "MW"
},
"governance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the way that a city, company, etc., is controlled by the people who run it",
"source": "MW"
},
"governance": {
"def": "(noun) the way that a city, company, etc., is controlled by the people who run it",
"source": "MW"
},
"grace:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the perfect and all-powerful spirit or being that is worshipped especially by Christians, Jews, and Muslims as the one who created and rules the universe",
"source": "MW"
},
"grace:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to come or go down quickly from a high place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"grace:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of high quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"grace": {
"def": "(noun) a way of moving that is smooth and attractive and that is not stiff or awkward",
"source": "MW"
},
"graphic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) shown or described in a very clear way—used especially to refer to things that are unpleasant or shocking",
"source": "MW"
},
"graphic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) cartoon drawings that tell a story and are published as a book",
"source": "MW"
},
"graphic": {
"def": "(adjective) shown or described in a very clear way—used especially to refer to things that are unpleasant or shocking",
"source": "MW"
},
"graphics:noun": {
"def": "(noun) pictures or images on the screen of a computer, television, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"graphics": {
"def": "(noun) pictures or images on the screen of a computer, television, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"grave:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the leg on which an animal or person stands and moves : the part of the leg below the ankle —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"grave:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) containing or filled with water or a similar liquid",
"source": "MW"
},
"grave:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to state (something) very strongly and sincerely",
"source": "MW"
},
"grave": {
"def": "(noun) a hole in the ground for burying a dead body",
"source": "MW"
},
"gravity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a state or condition in which there is no gravity",
"source": "MW"
},
"gravity": {
"def": "(noun) a very serious quality or condition : the condition of being grave or serious",
"source": "MW"
},
"greatly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to a great extent or degree : very much",
"source": "MW"
},
"greatly": {
"def": "(adverb) to a great extent or degree : very much",
"source": "MW"
},
"greenhouse:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a building or part of a building that has glass walls and a glass roof and that is used for growing plants",
"source": "MW"
},
"greenhouse:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or caused by the warming of the Earth's atmosphere that is caused by air pollution : relating to or caused by the greenhouse effect",
"source": "MW"
},
"greenhouse": {
"def": "(noun) a building or part of a building that has glass walls and a glass roof and that is used for growing plants",
"source": "MW"
},
"grid:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a set of bars placed over a shallow hole that is used to stop cattle from crossing a road —called also (British) cattle grid",
"source": "MW"
},
"grid": {
"def": "(noun) a metal frame with bars running across it that is used to cover an opening",
"source": "MW"
},
"grin:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to clean or dry (something) by using a towel, your hand, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"grin:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the front part of the head that has the eyes, nose, and mouth on it",
"source": "MW"
},
"grin:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) humorous in a clever and often ironic way",
"source": "MW"
},
"grin": {
"def": "(verb) to smile widely",
"source": "MW"
},
"grind:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to crush or break (something) into very small pieces by rubbing it against a rough surface or using a special machine",
"source": "MW"
},
"grind:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a tool that has a heavy metal blade and a long handle and that is used for chopping wood",
"source": "MW"
},
"grind": {
"def": "(verb) to crush or break (something) into very small pieces by rubbing it against a rough surface or using a special machine",
"source": "MW"
},
"gross:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very obvious or noticeable",
"source": "MW"
},
"gross:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to describe a total amount of money that exists before anything (such as taxes or expenses) is taken away",
"source": "MW"
},
"gross:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to earn (an amount of money) before taxes, expenses, etc., are taken away",
"source": "MW"
},
"gross:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is very disgusting : something that grosses you out",
"source": "MW"
},
"gross": {
"def": "(adjective) very obvious or noticeable",
"source": "MW"
},
"guerrilla:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a member of a usually small group of soldiers who do not belong to a regular army and who fight in a war as an independent unit —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"guerrilla": {
"def": "(noun) a member of a usually small group of soldiers who do not belong to a regular army and who fight in a war as an independent unit —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"guidance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) help for married couples who have problems in their relationship —called also (British) marriage guidance",
"source": "MW"
},
"guidance": {
"def": "(noun) help or advice that tells you what to do : the act or process of guiding someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"guideline:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a rule or instruction that shows or tells how something should be done—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"guideline": {
"def": "(noun) a rule or instruction that shows or tells how something should be done—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"gut:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a fat belly caused by drinking a lot of beer —called also beer gut",
"source": "MW"
},
"gut:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing great mental or emotional pain",
"source": "MW"
},
"gut:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to break (something): such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"gut": {
"def": "(noun) the internal organs of an animal",
"source": "MW"
},
"habitat:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the place or type of place where a plant or animal naturally or normally lives or grows",
"source": "MW"
},
"habitat": {
"def": "(noun) the place or type of place where a plant or animal naturally or normally lives or grows",
"source": "MW"
},
"hail:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a Roman Catholic prayer to the Virgin Mary",
"source": "MW"
},
"hail:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to speak of or welcome (someone or something) with praise or enthusiasm —often used as (be) hailed",
"source": "MW"
},
"hail": {
"def": "(noun) pieces of ice that fall from clouds like rain",
"source": "MW"
},
"halfway:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having reached the end of an activity, job, etc. : finished —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"halfway:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the earth and all the people and things on it",
"source": "MW"
},
"halfway:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to see and speak to (someone) for the first time : to be introduced to or become acquainted with (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"halfway:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) into one side and out the other side of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"halfway:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) from one side or end to the other",
"source": "MW"
},
"halfway": {
"def": "(adjective) in the middle between two points",
"source": "MW"
},
"handful:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an amount that you can hold in your hand —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"handful": {
"def": "(noun) an amount that you can hold in your hand —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"handling:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or business of sending goods to people, stores, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"handling:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to touch, feel, hold, or move (something) with your hand",
"source": "MW"
},
"handling": {
"def": "(noun) the act of touching, feeling, holding, or moving something",
"source": "MW"
},
"handy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very useful or helpful",
"source": "MW"
},
"handy:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move toward someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"handy": {
"def": "(adjective) very useful or helpful",
"source": "MW"
},
"harassment:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to annoy or bother (someone) in a constant or repeated way",
"source": "MW"
},
"harassment": {
"def": "(verb) to annoy or bother (someone) in a constant or repeated way",
"source": "MW"
},
"hardware:noun": {
"def": "(noun) things (such as tools or parts of machines) that are made of metal",
"source": "MW"
},
"hardware": {
"def": "(noun) things (such as tools or parts of machines) that are made of metal",
"source": "MW"
},
"harmony:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the combination of different musical notes played or sung at the same time to produce a pleasing sound —often used after in",
"source": "MW"
},
"harmony": {
"def": "(noun) the combination of different musical notes played or sung at the same time to produce a pleasing sound —often used after in",
"source": "MW"
},
"harvest:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the full moon in autumn",
"source": "MW"
},
"harvest:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to gather (a crop)",
"source": "MW"
},
"harvest": {
"def": "(noun) the season when crops are gathered from the fields or the activity of gathering crops",
"source": "MW"
},
"hatred:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very strong feeling of dislike : hate",
"source": "MW"
},
"hatred:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"hatred": {
"def": "(noun) a very strong feeling of dislike : hate",
"source": "MW"
},
"haunt:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move toward someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"haunt:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place that you go to often",
"source": "MW"
},
"haunt": {
"def": "(verb) to visit or live in (a place)",
"source": "MW"
},
"hazard:noun": {
"def": "(noun) extra money that someone is paid for doing work that is dangerous —called also (US) danger pay, danger money",
"source": "MW"
},
"hazard:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to risk losing (something, such as money) in an attempt to get, win, or achieve something",
"source": "MW"
},
"hazard:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a person's job or occupation",
"source": "MW"
},
"hazard": {
"def": "(noun) a source of danger",
"source": "MW"
},
"headquarters:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place from which something (such as a business or a military action) is controlled or directed",
"source": "MW"
},
"headquarters": {
"def": "(noun) a place from which something (such as a business or a military action) is controlled or directed",
"source": "MW"
},
"healthcare:noun": {
"def": "(noun) medical care from the doctor who sees a patient first and provides basic treatment or decides that the patient should see another doctor",
"source": "MW"
},
"healthcare": {
"def": "(noun) the prevention or treatment of illness by doctors, dentists, psychologists, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"helmet:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a light, hard hat that is worn for protection from the sun in hot countries",
"source": "MW"
},
"helmet": {
"def": "(noun) a hard hat that is worn to protect your head",
"source": "MW"
},
"herb:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who uses herbs to treat illness",
"source": "MW"
},
"herb": {
"def": "(noun) a plant or a part of a plant that is used as medicine or to give flavor to food",
"source": "MW"
},
"heritage:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the traditions, achievements, beliefs, etc., that are part of the history of a group or nation—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"heritage": {
"def": "(noun) the traditions, achievements, beliefs, etc., that are part of the history of a group or nation—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"high-profile:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) attracting a lot of attention in newspapers, on television, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"high-profile:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the shape of a head or face that is seen or drawn from the side",
"source": "MW"
},
"high-profile": {
"def": "(adjective) attracting a lot of attention in newspapers, on television, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"hilarious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very funny",
"source": "MW"
},
"hilarious": {
"def": "(adjective) very funny",
"source": "MW"
},
"hint:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small piece of information that helps you guess an answer or do something more easily",
"source": "MW"
},
"hint:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to carry or move (something) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"hint": {
"def": "(noun) a small piece of information that helps you guess an answer or do something more easily",
"source": "MW"
},
"hip:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a container that is shaped like a flattened bottle and that is used to carry alcohol —called also hip flask",
"source": "MW"
},
"hip:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) knowing about and following the newest styles, fashions, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"hip:interjection": {
"def": "(interjection) —used in a cheer",
"source": "MW"
},
"hip:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause a bullet, arrow, etc., to move forward with great force from a weapon",
"source": "MW"
},
"hip": {
"def": "(noun) the part of your body between your waist and legs on each side",
"source": "MW"
},
"historian:noun": {
"def": "(noun) recorded information about the past that you get from talking to people about their experiences, families, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"historian": {
"def": "(noun) a person who studies or writes about history",
"source": "MW"
},
"homeland:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the country where someone was born or grew up",
"source": "MW"
},
"homeland": {
"def": "(noun) the country where someone was born or grew up",
"source": "MW"
},
"homeless:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having no place to live",
"source": "MW"
},
"homeless": {
"def": "(adjective) having no place to live",
"source": "MW"
},
"honesty:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an officially accepted set of rules or ideas about what should be done",
"source": "MW"
},
"honesty": {
"def": "(noun) the quality of being fair and truthful : the quality of being honest",
"source": "MW"
},
"honey:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a white liquid produced by a woman to feed her baby or by female animals to feed their young; especially : milk from cows or goats that is used as food by people",
"source": "MW"
},
"honey": {
"def": "(noun) a thick, sweet substance made by bees",
"source": "MW"
},
"hook:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a weight used for holding a fishing line or net underwater",
"source": "MW"
},
"hook:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to throw (something) with a forceful sweeping motion —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"hook": {
"def": "(noun) a curved or bent tool for catching, holding, or pulling something",
"source": "MW"
},
"hopeful:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) full of hope : feeling or showing hope",
"source": "MW"
},
"hopeful:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who hopes to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"hopeful": {
"def": "(adjective) full of hope : feeling or showing hope",
"source": "MW"
},
"hopefully:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a hopeful manner",
"source": "MW"
},
"hopefully": {
"def": "(adverb) in a hopeful manner",
"source": "MW"
},
"horizon:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a white or gray mass in the sky that is made of many very small drops of water",
"source": "MW"
},
"horizon": {
"def": "(noun) the line where the earth or sea seems to meet the sky",
"source": "MW"
},
"horn:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a brass musical instrument that has a long tube which forms a circle and has a wide opening at one end",
"source": "MW"
},
"horn:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a short, high sound with a horn or whistle",
"source": "MW"
},
"horn": {
"def": "(noun) one of the hard pointed parts that grows on the head of some animals (such as cattle, goats, or sheep)",
"source": "MW"
},
"hostage:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a difficult or dangerous situation that needs serious attention",
"source": "MW"
},
"hostage:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to carry or move (something) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"hostage": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is captured by someone who demands that certain things be done before the captured person is freed —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"hostile:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to an enemy",
"source": "MW"
},
"hostile:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an occurrence in which a person, company, etc., takes control of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"hostile": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to an enemy",
"source": "MW"
},
"hostility:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an unfriendly or hostile state, attitude, or action",
"source": "MW"
},
"hostility": {
"def": "(noun) an unfriendly or hostile state, attitude, or action",
"source": "MW"
},
"humanitarian:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who works to make other people's lives better",
"source": "MW"
},
"humanitarian": {
"def": "(noun) a person who works to make other people's lives better",
"source": "MW"
},
"humanity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an illegal act for which someone can be punished by the government",
"source": "MW"
},
"humanity": {
"def": "(noun) the quality or state of being human",
"source": "MW"
},
"hunger:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of refusing to eat as a way of showing that you strongly disagree with or disapprove of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"hunger:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have or feel a strong desire —usually + after or for",
"source": "MW"
},
"hunger": {
"def": "(noun) a very great need for food : a severe lack of food",
"source": "MW"
},
"hydrogen:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a liquid that is used to make things lighter in color or to kill bacteria",
"source": "MW"
},
"hydrogen": {
"def": "(noun) a chemical element that has no color or smell and that is the simplest, lightest, and most common element",
"source": "MW"
},
"hypothesis:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an idea or theory that is not proven but that leads to further study or discussion",
"source": "MW"
},
"hypothesis": {
"def": "(noun) an idea or theory that is not proven but that leads to further study or discussion",
"source": "MW"
},
"icon:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small picture on a computer screen that represents a program or function",
"source": "MW"
},
"icon": {
"def": "(noun) a small picture on a computer screen that represents a program or function",
"source": "MW"
},
"id:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a service that allows you to see who is calling before you answer a telephone call —called also (British) caller display",
"source": "MW"
},
"id:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to enjoy (something) : to get pleasure from (something) —often + -ing verb —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"id:noun suffix": {
"def": "(noun suffix) a chemical made up of two or more elements",
"source": "MW"
},
"id": {
"def": "(noun) a part of a person's unconscious mind that relates to basic needs and desires",
"source": "MW"
},
"identical:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) exactly the same",
"source": "MW"
},
"identical:noun": {
"def": "(noun) either member of a pair of twins that are produced from a single egg and who look exactly alike",
"source": "MW"
},
"identical": {
"def": "(adjective) exactly the same",
"source": "MW"
},
"identification:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a list of the players who are playing in a game (such as baseball)",
"source": "MW"
},
"identification": {
"def": "(noun) the act of finding out who someone is or what something is : the act of identifying someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"ideological:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the set of ideas and beliefs of a group or political party",
"source": "MW"
},
"ideological": {
"def": "(noun) the set of ideas and beliefs of a group or political party",
"source": "MW"
},
"ideology:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the set of ideas and beliefs of a group or political party",
"source": "MW"
},
"ideology": {
"def": "(noun) the set of ideas and beliefs of a group or political party",
"source": "MW"
},
"idiot:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very stupid or foolish person",
"source": "MW"
},
"idiot:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very foolish or stupid",
"source": "MW"
},
"idiot": {
"def": "(noun) a very stupid or foolish person",
"source": "MW"
},
"ignorance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) complete happiness",
"source": "MW"
},
"ignorance:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely or completely happy : full of or causing bliss",
"source": "MW"
},
"ignorance:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to ask for something in a serious and emotional way —often + for —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"ignorance": {
"def": "(noun) a lack of knowledge, understanding, or education : the state of being ignorant —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"illusion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that looks different from what it is : something that you seem to see but that is not really there",
"source": "MW"
},
"illusion": {
"def": "(noun) something that looks or seems different from what it is : something that is false or not real but that seems to be true or real",
"source": "MW"
},
"imagery:noun": {
"def": "(noun) pictures or photographs",
"source": "MW"
},
"imagery": {
"def": "(noun) pictures or photographs",
"source": "MW"
},
"immigration:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to come to a country to live there—often + to —sometimes + from",
"source": "MW"
},
"immigration": {
"def": "(verb) to come to a country to live there—often + to —sometimes + from",
"source": "MW"
},
"immune:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not capable of being affected by a disease—usually + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"immune:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the system that protects your body from diseases and infections",
"source": "MW"
},
"immune": {
"def": "(adjective) not capable of being affected by a disease—usually + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"implement:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an object used to do work : tool",
"source": "MW"
},
"implement:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to begin to do or use (something, such as a plan) : to make (something) active or effective",
"source": "MW"
},
"implement": {
"def": "(noun) an object used to do work : tool",
"source": "MW"
},
"implementation:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to begin to do or use (something, such as a plan) : to make (something) active or effective",
"source": "MW"
},
"implementation": {
"def": "(verb) to begin to do or use (something, such as a plan) : to make (something) active or effective",
"source": "MW"
},
"imprison:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (someone) in prison —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"imprison": {
"def": "(verb) to put (someone) in prison —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"inability:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the condition of not being able to do something : lack of ability",
"source": "MW"
},
"inability": {
"def": "(noun) the condition of not being able to do something : lack of ability",
"source": "MW"
},
"inadequate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not enough or not good enough : not adequate",
"source": "MW"
},
"inadequate": {
"def": "(adjective) not enough or not good enough : not adequate",
"source": "MW"
},
"inappropriate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not right or suited for some purpose or situation : not appropriate or suitable",
"source": "MW"
},
"inappropriate": {
"def": "(adjective) not right or suited for some purpose or situation : not appropriate or suitable",
"source": "MW"
},
"incarcerate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (someone) in prison : imprison—usually used as (be) incarcerated",
"source": "MW"
},
"incarcerate": {
"def": "(verb) to put (someone) in prison : imprison—usually used as (be) incarcerated",
"source": "MW"
},
"incarceration:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (someone) in prison : imprison—usually used as (be) incarcerated",
"source": "MW"
},
"incarceration": {
"def": "(verb) to put (someone) in prison : imprison—usually used as (be) incarcerated",
"source": "MW"
},
"incentive:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that encourages a person to do something or to work harder",
"source": "MW"
},
"incentive": {
"def": "(noun) something that encourages a person to do something or to work harder",
"source": "MW"
},
"incidence:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the number of times something happens or develops : the rate at which something occurs",
"source": "MW"
},
"incidence": {
"def": "(noun) the number of times something happens or develops : the rate at which something occurs",
"source": "MW"
},
"inclined:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) wanting to do something or likely to do something —usually followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"inclined:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to bend forward or to cause (something) to bend forward",
"source": "MW"
},
"inclined": {
"def": "(adjective) wanting to do something or likely to do something —usually followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"inclusion:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have (someone or something) as part of a group or total : to contain (someone or something) in a group or as a part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"inclusion": {
"def": "(verb) to have (someone or something) as part of a group or total : to contain (someone or something) in a group or as a part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"incorporate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to include (something) as part of something else —often + in or into",
"source": "MW"
},
"incorporate": {
"def": "(verb) to include (something) as part of something else —often + in or into",
"source": "MW"
},
"incorrect:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not avoiding language or behavior that could offend a particular group of people",
"source": "MW"
},
"incorrect": {
"def": "(adjective) not correct: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"incur:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause yourself to have or experience (something unpleasant or unwanted)",
"source": "MW"
},
"incur": {
"def": "(verb) to cause yourself to have or experience (something unpleasant or unwanted)",
"source": "MW"
},
"independence:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a holiday celebrating the anniversary of a country's independence from another country that ruled it in the past; especially : July 4 celebrated as a legal holiday in the U.S. in honor of the day when the Declaration of Independence was adopted in 1776",
"source": "MW"
},
"independence": {
"def": "(noun) freedom from outside control or support : the state of being independent",
"source": "MW"
},
"index:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a series of small cuts in the edge of the pages in a large book that are labeled and that make it easier to open the book to a particular section",
"source": "MW"
},
"index:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to provide an index for (something, such as a book)—usually used as (be) indexed",
"source": "MW"
},
"index": {
"def": "(noun) an ordered list: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"indication:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a sign or signal) that points out or shows something",
"source": "MW"
},
"indication": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a sign or signal) that points out or shows something",
"source": "MW"
},
"indicator:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of the lights on a vehicle that flash to indicate that the vehicle is turning left or right —called also (US) blinker, indicator",
"source": "MW"
},
"indicator": {
"def": "(noun) a sign that shows the condition or existence of something —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"indictment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an official written statement charging a person with a crime",
"source": "MW"
},
"indictment": {
"def": "(noun) an official written statement charging a person with a crime",
"source": "MW"
},
"indigenous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) produced, living, or existing naturally in a particular region or environment —sometimes + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"indigenous": {
"def": "(adjective) produced, living, or existing naturally in a particular region or environment —sometimes + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"induce:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone or something) to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"induce": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone or something) to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"indulge:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to allow (yourself) to have or do something as a special pleasure —often + in —often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"indulge": {
"def": "(verb) to allow (yourself) to have or do something as a special pleasure —often + in —often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"inequality:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an unfair situation in which some people have more rights or better opportunities than other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"inequality": {
"def": "(noun) an unfair situation in which some people have more rights or better opportunities than other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"inevitably:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) sure to happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"inevitably": {
"def": "(adjective) sure to happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"infamous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) well-known for being bad : known for evil acts or crimes",
"source": "MW"
},
"infamous": {
"def": "(adjective) well-known for being bad : known for evil acts or crimes",
"source": "MW"
},
"infant:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the quality or state of being a person or thing that is alive and therefore certain to die : the quality or state of being mortal",
"source": "MW"
},
"infant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made or suitable for babies",
"source": "MW"
},
"infant": {
"def": "(noun) a very young child : baby",
"source": "MW"
},
"infect:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone or something) to become sick or affected by disease —often used as (be) infected",
"source": "MW"
},
"infect": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone or something) to become sick or affected by disease —often used as (be) infected",
"source": "MW"
},
"infer:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to form (an opinion) from evidence : to reach (a conclusion) based on known facts —often + from —often + that",
"source": "MW"
},
"infer": {
"def": "(verb) to form (an opinion) from evidence : to reach (a conclusion) based on known facts —often + from —often + that",
"source": "MW"
},
"inflation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act of inflating something : the state of being inflated",
"source": "MW"
},
"inflation:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"inflation": {
"def": "(noun) an act of inflating something : the state of being inflated",
"source": "MW"
},
"inflict:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause someone to experience or be affected by (something unpleasant or harmful) —often + on or upon",
"source": "MW"
},
"inflict": {
"def": "(verb) to cause someone to experience or be affected by (something unpleasant or harmful) —often + on or upon",
"source": "MW"
},
"influential:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having the power to cause changes : having influence —sometimes + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"influential": {
"def": "(adjective) having the power to cause changes : having influence —sometimes + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"info:noun": {
"def": "(noun) information",
"source": "MW"
},
"info": {
"def": "(noun) information",
"source": "MW"
},
"infrastructure:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the basic equipment and structures (such as roads and bridges) that are needed for a country, region, or organization to function properly",
"source": "MW"
},
"infrastructure": {
"def": "(noun) the basic equipment and structures (such as roads and bridges) that are needed for a country, region, or organization to function properly",
"source": "MW"
},
"inhabitant:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person or animal that lives in a particular place",
"source": "MW"
},
"inhabitant": {
"def": "(noun) a person or animal that lives in a particular place",
"source": "MW"
},
"inherent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) belonging to the basic nature of someone or something —often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"inherent": {
"def": "(adjective) belonging to the basic nature of someone or something —often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"inherit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to receive (money, property, etc.) from someone when that person dies",
"source": "MW"
},
"inherit": {
"def": "(verb) to receive (money, property, etc.) from someone when that person dies",
"source": "MW"
},
"inhibit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to keep (someone) from doing what he or she wants to do",
"source": "MW"
},
"inhibit": {
"def": "(verb) to keep (someone) from doing what he or she wants to do",
"source": "MW"
},
"inject:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to force a liquid medicine or drug into someone or something by using a special needle—often + into —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"inject": {
"def": "(verb) to force a liquid medicine or drug into someone or something by using a special needle—often + into —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"injection:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of forcing a liquid medicine or drug into someone or something by using a special needle",
"source": "MW"
},
"injection": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of forcing a liquid medicine or drug into someone or something by using a special needle",
"source": "MW"
},
"injustice:noun": {
"def": "(noun) unfair treatment : a situation in which the rights of a person or a group of people are ignored",
"source": "MW"
},
"injustice": {
"def": "(noun) unfair treatment : a situation in which the rights of a person or a group of people are ignored",
"source": "MW"
},
"ink:noun": {
"def": "(noun) —used to describe a situation in which a business, organization, etc., is spending more money than it is earning and has a lot of debt",
"source": "MW"
},
"ink:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put ink on (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"ink:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) impossible to see : not visible",
"source": "MW"
},
"ink": {
"def": "(noun) colored liquid that is used for writing or printing",
"source": "MW"
},
"inmate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is kept in a prison or mental hospital",
"source": "MW"
},
"inmate": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is kept in a prison or mental hospital",
"source": "MW"
},
"innovation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a new idea, device, or method",
"source": "MW"
},
"innovation": {
"def": "(noun) a new idea, device, or method",
"source": "MW"
},
"innovative:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) introducing or using new ideas or methods",
"source": "MW"
},
"innovative": {
"def": "(adjective) introducing or using new ideas or methods",
"source": "MW"
},
"input:noun": {
"def": "(noun) advice or opinions that help someone make a decision",
"source": "MW"
},
"input:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to enter (information) into a computer",
"source": "MW"
},
"input": {
"def": "(noun) advice or opinions that help someone make a decision",
"source": "MW"
},
"inquire:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to ask for information —usually + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"inquire": {
"def": "(verb) to ask for information —usually + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"insert:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) in something —often + in or into",
"source": "MW"
},
"insert:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is put into something else; especially : a small section or piece of paper with information that is placed inside something",
"source": "MW"
},
"insert": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) in something —often + in or into",
"source": "MW"
},
"insertion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of putting something into something else : the act or process of inserting something",
"source": "MW"
},
"insertion": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of putting something into something else : the act or process of inserting something",
"source": "MW"
},
"insider:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or practice of buying and selling something (such as stocks or bonds) —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"insider": {
"def": "(noun) a person who belongs to a group or organization and has special knowledge about it",
"source": "MW"
},
"inspection:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a journey through the different parts of a country, region, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"inspection": {
"def": "(noun) the act of looking at something closely in order to learn more about it, to find problems, etc. : the act of inspecting something",
"source": "MW"
},
"inspector:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is in charge of a group of inspectors or a system of inspection",
"source": "MW"
},
"inspector": {
"def": "(noun) a person whose job is to inspect something",
"source": "MW"
},
"inspiration:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a serious illness caused when a blood vessel in your brain suddenly breaks or is blocked",
"source": "MW"
},
"inspiration": {
"def": "(noun) something that makes someone want to do something or that gives someone an idea about what to do or create : a force or influence that inspires someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"installation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of making a machine, a service, etc., ready to be used in a certain place : the act of installing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"installation": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of making a machine, a service, etc., ready to be used in a certain place : the act of installing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"instant:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a recording of an action in a sports event that can be shown on television immediately after the original play happens —called also (British) action replay",
"source": "MW"
},
"instant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to indicate the person, thing, or idea that is present or near in place, time, or thought or that has just been mentioned",
"source": "MW"
},
"instant": {
"def": "(noun) a very short period of time : moment",
"source": "MW"
},
"institutional:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an established organization",
"source": "MW"
},
"institutional:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) many : much",
"source": "MW"
},
"institutional": {
"def": "(noun) an established organization",
"source": "MW"
},
"instruct:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to teach (someone) a subject, skill, etc.—usually + in or on",
"source": "MW"
},
"instruct": {
"def": "(verb) to teach (someone) a subject, skill, etc.—usually + in or on",
"source": "MW"
},
"instrumental:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very important in helping or causing something to happen or be done—often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"instrumental": {
"def": "(adjective) very important in helping or causing something to happen or be done—often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"insufficient:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not having or providing enough of what is needed : not sufficient —often followed by to + verb —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"insufficient": {
"def": "(adjective) not having or providing enough of what is needed : not sufficient —often followed by to + verb —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"insult:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) with another thing or group of things",
"source": "MW"
},
"insult:noun": {
"def": "(noun) harm or damage : an act or event that causes someone or something to no longer be fully healthy or in good condition",
"source": "MW"
},
"insult": {
"def": "(verb) to do or say something that is offensive to (someone) : to do or say something that shows a lack of respect for (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"intact:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not broken or damaged : having every part",
"source": "MW"
},
"intact": {
"def": "(adjective) not broken or damaged : having every part",
"source": "MW"
},
"intake:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a part of an engine that connects different pipes for moving fuel and air into the engine or for carrying gases away from the engine",
"source": "MW"
},
"intake": {
"def": "(noun) the amount of something (such as food or drink) that is taken into your body",
"source": "MW"
},
"integral:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very important and necessary —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"integral": {
"def": "(adjective) very important and necessary —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"integrate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to combine (two or more things) to form or create something",
"source": "MW"
},
"integrate": {
"def": "(verb) to combine (two or more things) to form or create something",
"source": "MW"
},
"integrated:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having different parts working together as a unit",
"source": "MW"
},
"integrated:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to combine (two or more things) to form or create something",
"source": "MW"
},
"integrated:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of tiny electronic circuits that work together on a very small piece of hard material (such as silicon) —called also integrated circuit",
"source": "MW"
},
"integrated": {
"def": "(adjective) having different parts working together as a unit",
"source": "MW"
},
"integration:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to combine (two or more things) to form or create something",
"source": "MW"
},
"integration": {
"def": "(verb) to combine (two or more things) to form or create something",
"source": "MW"
},
"integrity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the quality of being honest and fair",
"source": "MW"
},
"integrity": {
"def": "(noun) the quality of being honest and fair",
"source": "MW"
},
"intellectual:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the ability to think in a logical way",
"source": "MW"
},
"intellectual:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who wants to be thought of as having a lot of intelligence and knowledge but who is not really intelligent or knowledgeable",
"source": "MW"
},
"intellectual": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the ability to think in a logical way",
"source": "MW"
},
"intensify:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become stronger or more extreme : to become more intense",
"source": "MW"
},
"intensify": {
"def": "(verb) to become stronger or more extreme : to become more intense",
"source": "MW"
},
"intensity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the quality or state of being intense : extreme strength or force",
"source": "MW"
},
"intensity": {
"def": "(noun) the quality or state of being intense : extreme strength or force",
"source": "MW"
},
"intensive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) requiring a lot of work or workers to produce",
"source": "MW"
},
"intensive:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a section of a hospital where special medical equipment and services are provided for patients who are seriously injured or ill; also : the medical care provided in such a section",
"source": "MW"
},
"intensive": {
"def": "(adjective) involving very great effort or work",
"source": "MW"
},
"intent:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the thing that you plan to do or achieve : an aim or purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"intent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) showing concentration or great attention",
"source": "MW"
},
"intent:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to trick or cheat someone or something in order to get money : to use fraud in order to get money from a person, an organization, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"intent": {
"def": "(noun) the thing that you plan to do or achieve : an aim or purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"interact:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to talk or do things with other people —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"interact": {
"def": "(verb) to talk or do things with other people —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"interaction:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to talk or do things with other people —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"interaction": {
"def": "(verb) to talk or do things with other people —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"interactive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) designed to respond to the actions, commands, etc., of a user",
"source": "MW"
},
"interactive": {
"def": "(adjective) designed to respond to the actions, commands, etc., of a user",
"source": "MW"
},
"interface:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a program that allows a person to work easily with a computer by using a mouse to point to small pictures and other elements on the screen—abbr. GUI",
"source": "MW"
},
"interface:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to connect or become connected : to connect by means of an interface",
"source": "MW"
},
"interface": {
"def": "(noun) the place or area at which different things meet and communicate with or affect each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"interfere:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become involved in the activities and concerns of other people when your involvement is not wanted —often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"interfere": {
"def": "(verb) to become involved in the activities and concerns of other people when your involvement is not wanted —often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"interference:noun": {
"def": "(noun) involvement in the activities and concerns of other people when your involvement is not wanted : the act of interfering",
"source": "MW"
},
"interference:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move with your legs at a speed that is faster than walking —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"interference": {
"def": "(noun) involvement in the activities and concerns of other people when your involvement is not wanted : the act of interfering",
"source": "MW"
},
"interim:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a period of time between events : interval",
"source": "MW"
},
"interim:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) used or accepted for a limited time : not permanent",
"source": "MW"
},
"interim": {
"def": "(noun) a period of time between events : interval",
"source": "MW"
},
"interior:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) located on the inside of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"interior:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a movable piece of wood, glass, or metal that swings or slides open and shut so that people can enter or leave a room, building, vehicle, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"interior": {
"def": "(adjective) located on the inside of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"intermediate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) occurring in the middle of a process or series",
"source": "MW"
},
"intermediate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who has the knowledge or skill of someone who is more advanced than a beginner but not yet an expert",
"source": "MW"
},
"intermediate": {
"def": "(adjective) occurring in the middle of a process or series",
"source": "MW"
},
"intersection:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the place or point where two or more things come together; especially : the place where two or more streets meet or cross each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"intersection": {
"def": "(noun) the place or point where two or more things come together; especially : the place where two or more streets meet or cross each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"interval:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a short break between the parts of a performance (such as a play, movie, or concert) —called also (British) interval",
"source": "MW"
},
"interval": {
"def": "(noun) a period of time between events : pause",
"source": "MW"
},
"intervene:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to come or occur between two times or events",
"source": "MW"
},
"intervene": {
"def": "(verb) to come or occur between two times or events",
"source": "MW"
},
"intervention:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to come or occur between two times or events",
"source": "MW"
},
"intervention": {
"def": "(verb) to come or occur between two times or events",
"source": "MW"
},
"intimate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a very close relationship : very warm and friendly",
"source": "MW"
},
"intimate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very close and trusted friend : an intimate friend",
"source": "MW"
},
"intimate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say or suggest (something) in an indirect way",
"source": "MW"
},
"intimate": {
"def": "(adjective) having a very close relationship : very warm and friendly",
"source": "MW"
},
"intriguing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely interesting : fascinating",
"source": "MW"
},
"intriguing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) want to know more about something : to cause (someone) to become interested —often used as (be) intrigued",
"source": "MW"
},
"intriguing": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely interesting : fascinating",
"source": "MW"
},
"invade:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to enter (a place, such as a foreign country) in order to take control by military force",
"source": "MW"
},
"invade": {
"def": "(verb) to enter (a place, such as a foreign country) in order to take control by military force",
"source": "MW"
},
"invasion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being alone : the state of being away from other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"invasion": {
"def": "(noun) the act of invading something: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"inventory:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a complete list of the things that are in a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"inventory:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a complete list of (the things in a place) : to make an inventory of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"inventory": {
"def": "(noun) a complete list of the things that are in a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"investigator:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to try to find out the facts about (something, such as a crime or an accident) in order to learn how it happened, who did it, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"investigator:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who works as a detective and who is not a member of a police force —called also private detective, private eye",
"source": "MW"
},
"investigator": {
"def": "(verb) to try to find out the facts about (something, such as a crime or an accident) in order to learn how it happened, who did it, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"investor:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use money to earn more money : to use your money to purchase stock in a company, to buy property, etc., in order to make future profit —often + in —often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"investor": {
"def": "(verb) to use money to earn more money : to use your money to purchase stock in a company, to buy property, etc., in order to make future profit —often + in —often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"invisible:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) impossible to see : not visible",
"source": "MW"
},
"invisible": {
"def": "(adjective) impossible to see : not visible",
"source": "MW"
},
"involvement:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have or include (someone or something) as a part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"involvement": {
"def": "(verb) to have or include (someone or something) as a part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"ironic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) using words that mean the opposite of what you really think especially in order to be funny",
"source": "MW"
},
"ironic": {
"def": "(adjective) using words that mean the opposite of what you really think especially in order to be funny",
"source": "MW"
},
"ironically:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) using words that mean the opposite of what you really think especially in order to be funny",
"source": "MW"
},
"ironically": {
"def": "(adjective) using words that mean the opposite of what you really think especially in order to be funny",
"source": "MW"
},
"irony:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the use of words that mean the opposite of what you really think especially in order to be funny",
"source": "MW"
},
"irony": {
"def": "(noun) the use of words that mean the opposite of what you really think especially in order to be funny",
"source": "MW"
},
"irrelevant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not important or relating to what is being discussed right now : not relevant —sometimes + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"irrelevant": {
"def": "(adjective) not important or relating to what is being discussed right now : not relevant —sometimes + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"isolated:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) separate from others",
"source": "MW"
},
"isolated:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put or keep (someone or something) in a place or situation that is separate from others —often + from",
"source": "MW"
},
"isolated": {
"def": "(adjective) separate from others",
"source": "MW"
},
"isolation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being in a place or situation that is separate from others : the condition of being isolated",
"source": "MW"
},
"isolation:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"isolation": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being in a place or situation that is separate from others : the condition of being isolated",
"source": "MW"
},
"jail:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place where people are kept when they have been arrested and are being punished for a crime",
"source": "MW"
},
"jail:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (a person) in jail—usually used as (be) jailed",
"source": "MW"
},
"jail": {
"def": "(noun) a place where people are kept when they have been arrested and are being punished for a crime",
"source": "MW"
},
"jet:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the use of a jet engine to create forward movement of an airplane, missile, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"jet:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to travel by jet airplane",
"source": "MW"
},
"jet:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) moved forward by a jet engine",
"source": "MW"
},
"jet:trademark": {
"def": "(trademark) —used for a small and fast vehicle that is used on water and carries one or two people",
"source": "MW"
},
"jet": {
"def": "(noun) a fast airplane that has one or more jet engines —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"joint:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of joint that is used to connect two pieces of wood together —called also dovetail joint",
"source": "MW"
},
"joint:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) combining the work of two or more people or groups of people",
"source": "MW"
},
"joint:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to study or watch (a house, store, etc.) with plans to rob it—often used in the phrase case the joint",
"source": "MW"
},
"joint": {
"def": "(noun) a point where two bones meet in the body",
"source": "MW"
},
"journalism:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a radio or television program",
"source": "MW"
},
"journalism:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having the color of the sun or of ripe lemons",
"source": "MW"
},
"journalism": {
"def": "(noun) the activity or job of collecting, writing, and editing news stories for newspapers, magazines, television, or radio",
"source": "MW"
},
"judicial:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to courts of law or judges",
"source": "MW"
},
"judicial": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to courts of law or judges",
"source": "MW"
},
"jurisdiction:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the power or right to make judgments about the law, to arrest and punish criminals, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"jurisdiction": {
"def": "(noun) the power or right to make judgments about the law, to arrest and punish criminals, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"jury:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who belongs to the same age group or social group as someone else",
"source": "MW"
},
"jury:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to build or put together (a simple device or structure) using the materials that you have available",
"source": "MW"
},
"jury:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) happening or existing before now and continuing into the present—used to say that an action or condition continues",
"source": "MW"
},
"jury": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people who are members of the public and are chosen to make a decision in a legal case",
"source": "MW"
},
"justification:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an acceptable reason for doing something : something that justifies an action",
"source": "MW"
},
"justification": {
"def": "(noun) an acceptable reason for doing something : something that justifies an action",
"source": "MW"
},
"kidnap:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take away (someone) by force usually in order to keep the person as a prisoner and demand money for returning the person",
"source": "MW"
},
"kidnap": {
"def": "(verb) to take away (someone) by force usually in order to keep the person as a prisoner and demand money for returning the person",
"source": "MW"
},
"kidney:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a hard object like a small stone that sometimes forms in a kidney and that can cause great pain",
"source": "MW"
},
"kidney": {
"def": "(noun) either of two organs in your body that remove waste products from your blood and make urine —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"kindergarten:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a school or class for very young children",
"source": "MW"
},
"kindergarten": {
"def": "(noun) a school or class for very young children",
"source": "MW"
},
"kit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a player, horse, etc., that is in a game or race at its beginning",
"source": "MW"
},
"kit:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) complete or full : not lacking or leaving out any part",
"source": "MW"
},
"kit": {
"def": "(noun) a set of tools or supplies that a person uses for a particular purpose or activity",
"source": "MW"
},
"ladder:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a ladder that has short pieces (called rungs) which are held between two long ropes",
"source": "MW"
},
"ladder:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or go up (something) using your feet and often your hands",
"source": "MW"
},
"ladder": {
"def": "(noun) a device used for climbing that has two long pieces of wood, metal, or rope with a series of steps or rungs between them",
"source": "MW"
},
"landing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a landing in which an airplane, a spacecraft, etc., touches the ground in a controlled and gradual way that does not damage it —often used figuratively to describe an ending or solution that is not difficult or harmful",
"source": "MW"
},
"landing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to land (an airplane, helicopter, etc.) in an unusual way because of an emergency",
"source": "MW"
},
"landing": {
"def": "(noun) an act of returning to the ground or another surface after a flight —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"landlord:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who owns and rents property but does not live on or near the property and rarely visits it",
"source": "MW"
},
"landlord": {
"def": "(noun) a person who owns a house, apartment, etc., and rents it to other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"landmark:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an object or structure on land that is easy to see and recognize",
"source": "MW"
},
"landmark": {
"def": "(noun) an object or structure on land that is easy to see and recognize",
"source": "MW"
},
"lane:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the power or process of remembering what has been learned",
"source": "MW"
},
"lane": {
"def": "(noun) a narrow road or path —often used in the names of streets",
"source": "MW"
},
"lap:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the perfect and all-powerful spirit or being that is worshipped especially by Christians, Jews, and Muslims as the one who created and rules the universe",
"source": "MW"
},
"lap:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to come or go down quickly from a high place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"lap": {
"def": "(noun) the area between the knees and the hips of a person who is sitting down",
"source": "MW"
},
"large-scale:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) involving many people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"large-scale": {
"def": "(adjective) involving many people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"laser:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a computer printer that prints an image formed by a laser beam",
"source": "MW"
},
"laser": {
"def": "(noun) a device that produces a narrow and powerful beam of light that has many special uses in medicine, industry, etc. —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"latter:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) regarded as a modern version of someone or something from the past",
"source": "MW"
},
"latter": {
"def": "(adjective) coming or happening near the end of a process, activity, series, life, etc. : later",
"source": "MW"
},
"lawmaker:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who makes laws : legislator",
"source": "MW"
},
"lawmaker": {
"def": "(noun) someone who makes laws : legislator",
"source": "MW"
},
"lawn:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a machine used for cutting the grass on lawns",
"source": "MW"
},
"lawn:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cut (something, such as grass) with a machine or a blade",
"source": "MW"
},
"lawn": {
"def": "(noun) an area of ground (such as the ground around a house or in a garden or park) that is covered with short grass",
"source": "MW"
},
"lawsuit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a process by which a court of law makes a decision to end a disagreement between people or organizations",
"source": "MW"
},
"lawsuit": {
"def": "(noun) a process by which a court of law makes a decision to end a disagreement between people or organizations",
"source": "MW"
},
"layout:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the design or arrangement of something : the way something is laid out",
"source": "MW"
},
"layout:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to place (someone or something) down gently in a flat position —often + down",
"source": "MW"
},
"layout": {
"def": "(noun) the design or arrangement of something : the way something is laid out",
"source": "MW"
},
"leak:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or leap suddenly forward or upward",
"source": "MW"
},
"leak:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a hole in a surface that lets something (such as a liquid or gas) pass in or out",
"source": "MW"
},
"leak": {
"def": "(verb) to let something (such as a liquid or gas) in or out through a hole in a surface",
"source": "MW"
},
"legacy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as property or money) that is received from someone who has died",
"source": "MW"
},
"legacy": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as property or money) that is received from someone who has died",
"source": "MW"
},
"legendary:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) told about in a legend",
"source": "MW"
},
"legendary": {
"def": "(adjective) told about in a legend",
"source": "MW"
},
"legislation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a law or set of laws made by a government",
"source": "MW"
},
"legislation": {
"def": "(noun) a law or set of laws made by a government",
"source": "MW"
},
"legislative:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having the power to make laws",
"source": "MW"
},
"legislative": {
"def": "(adjective) having the power to make laws",
"source": "MW"
},
"legislature:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people with the power to make or change laws",
"source": "MW"
},
"legislature": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people with the power to make or change laws",
"source": "MW"
},
"legitimate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) allowed according to rules or laws",
"source": "MW"
},
"legitimate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something or someone) legitimate: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"legitimate": {
"def": "(adjective) allowed according to rules or laws",
"source": "MW"
},
"lengthy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) lasting for a long time",
"source": "MW"
},
"lengthy": {
"def": "(adjective) lasting for a long time",
"source": "MW"
},
"lens:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a camera lens that can make the size of the image become larger and smaller : a camera lens that can zoom in or zoom out",
"source": "MW"
},
"lens": {
"def": "(noun) a clear curved piece of glass or plastic that is used in eyeglasses, cameras, telescopes, etc., to make things look clearer, smaller, or bigger",
"source": "MW"
},
"lesbian:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a woman who is sexually attracted to other women : a female homosexual",
"source": "MW"
},
"lesbian": {
"def": "(noun) a woman who is sexually attracted to other women : a female homosexual",
"source": "MW"
},
"lesser:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very large in size : very big —usually used before a noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"lesser:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small Asian animal that has reddish-brown fur and a long tail",
"source": "MW"
},
"lesser": {
"def": "(adjective) of smaller size",
"source": "MW"
},
"lethal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing or able to cause death —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"lethal": {
"def": "(adjective) causing or able to cause death —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"liable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) legally responsible for something —usually + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"liable": {
"def": "(adjective) legally responsible for something —usually + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"liberal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling too much sympathy for people in society who you think do not deserve sympathy or help",
"source": "MW"
},
"liberal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a member or supporter of a British political party that is known as the Liberal Democrats",
"source": "MW"
},
"liberal": {
"def": "(adjective) believing that government should be active in supporting social and political change : relating to or supporting political liberalism",
"source": "MW"
},
"liberation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of freeing someone or something from another's control : the act of liberating someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"liberation": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of freeing someone or something from another's control : the act of liberating someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"liberty:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a hollow usually cup-shaped metal object that makes a ringing sound when it is hit",
"source": "MW"
},
"liberty": {
"def": "(noun) the state or condition of people who are able to act and speak freely : freedom",
"source": "MW"
},
"lifelong:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) continuing or lasting through a person's life",
"source": "MW"
},
"lifelong": {
"def": "(adjective) continuing or lasting through a person's life",
"source": "MW"
},
"lifetime:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the time during which a person is alive —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"lifetime": {
"def": "(noun) the time during which a person is alive —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"lighting:noun": {
"def": "(noun) lights that are spaced along a bar or rod placed on a ceiling or wall —called also track lights",
"source": "MW"
},
"lighting:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to provide light for (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"lighting": {
"def": "(noun) light that is of a particular kind or that has a particular quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"likelihood:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the chance that something will happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"likelihood": {
"def": "(noun) the chance that something will happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"likewise:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in the same way",
"source": "MW"
},
"likewise": {
"def": "(adverb) in the same way",
"source": "MW"
},
"limb:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to grow, change, etc., that separates plants and animals from things like water or rocks",
"source": "MW"
},
"limb:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to separate (something) into parts by pulling it, cutting it, etc. : to rip, split, or open (something) quickly or violently",
"source": "MW"
},
"limb": {
"def": "(noun) a leg or arm",
"source": "MW"
},
"limitation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) physical harm that is done to something or to someone's body",
"source": "MW"
},
"limitation": {
"def": "(noun) the act of controlling the size or extent of something : the act of limiting something",
"source": "MW"
},
"linear:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) formed by lines : made up of lines",
"source": "MW"
},
"linear": {
"def": "(adjective) formed by lines : made up of lines",
"source": "MW"
},
"lineup:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a list of the players who are playing in a game (such as baseball)",
"source": "MW"
},
"lineup:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do the first part of something : to begin doing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"lineup": {
"def": "(noun) a list of the players who are playing in a game (such as baseball)",
"source": "MW"
},
"linger:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stay somewhere beyond the usual or expected time",
"source": "MW"
},
"linger": {
"def": "(verb) to stay somewhere beyond the usual or expected time",
"source": "MW"
},
"listing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a list of a small number of people or things that have been selected from a larger group and are being considered to receive an award, to get a job, etc.—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"listing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to lean to one side",
"source": "MW"
},
"listing": {
"def": "(noun) a printed list—usually + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"liter:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a metric unit for measuring the volume of a liquid or gas that is equal to 1.057 quarts",
"source": "MW"
},
"liter": {
"def": "(noun) a metric unit for measuring the volume of a liquid or gas that is equal to 1.057 quarts",
"source": "MW"
},
"literacy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to read and write",
"source": "MW"
},
"literacy": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to read and write",
"source": "MW"
},
"literally:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a literal way: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"literally": {
"def": "(adverb) in a literal way: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"literary:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to literature",
"source": "MW"
},
"literary:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the original words of a piece of writing or a speech",
"source": "MW"
},
"literary": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to literature",
"source": "MW"
},
"litter:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a container that holds materials that have been thrown away —called also (British) dustbin, litter bin",
"source": "MW"
},
"litter:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cover (a surface) with many things in an untidy way —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"litter": {
"def": "(noun) things that have been thrown away and that are lying on the ground in a public place",
"source": "MW"
},
"liver:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of soft sausage made chiefly of cooked liver —called also (chiefly British) liver sausage",
"source": "MW"
},
"liver:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having life : living or alive",
"source": "MW"
},
"liver": {
"def": "(noun) a large organ of the body that produces bile and cleans the blood",
"source": "MW"
},
"lobby:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large open area inside and near the entrance of a public building (such as a hotel or theater)",
"source": "MW"
},
"lobby:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to try to influence government officials to make decisions for or against something —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"lobby": {
"def": "(noun) a large open area inside and near the entrance of a public building (such as a hotel or theater)",
"source": "MW"
},
"log:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small, simple house made of wood",
"source": "MW"
},
"log:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to rest your mind and body by closing your eyes and becoming unconscious —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"log:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not hard to do : not difficult",
"source": "MW"
},
"log": {
"def": "(noun) a long, heavy section of a tree that has fallen or been cut down",
"source": "MW"
},
"logic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a system of logic in which statements do not have to be entirely true or false",
"source": "MW"
},
"logic:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cut (something) into pieces by hitting it with the sharp edge of an ax, knife, etc. —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"logic": {
"def": "(noun) a proper or reasonable way of thinking about or understanding something",
"source": "MW"
},
"logo:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a symbol that is used to identify a company and that appears on its products",
"source": "MW"
},
"logo": {
"def": "(noun) a symbol that is used to identify a company and that appears on its products",
"source": "MW"
},
"long-standing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) lasting or existing for a long time",
"source": "MW"
},
"long-standing": {
"def": "(adjective) lasting or existing for a long time",
"source": "MW"
},
"longtime:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) extending a great distance from one end to the other end : not short",
"source": "MW"
},
"longtime:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the thing that is measured as seconds, minutes, hours, days, years, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"longtime:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to notice or become aware of (someone or something) by using your eyes",
"source": "MW"
},
"longtime": {
"def": "(adjective) having been something specified for many years",
"source": "MW"
},
"loom:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to appear in a large, strange, or frightening form often in a sudden way : to appear in an impressively large or great form",
"source": "MW"
},
"loom:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a frame or machine that is used to weave threads or yarns to produce cloth",
"source": "MW"
},
"loom:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) great in size or amount : big",
"source": "MW"
},
"loom": {
"def": "(verb) to appear in a large, strange, or frightening form often in a sudden way : to appear in an impressively large or great form",
"source": "MW"
},
"loop:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a curved part or shape made when something long and thin (such as a rope or thread) bends so that it touches or crosses over itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"loop:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit something (such as a door) with the knuckles of your hand or with a hard object (such as a knocker) in order to get people's attention —usually + on —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"loop": {
"def": "(noun) a curved part or shape made when something long and thin (such as a rope or thread) bends so that it touches or crosses over itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"lottery:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a way of raising money for a government, charity, etc., in which many tickets are sold and a few of the tickets are chosen by chance to win prizes",
"source": "MW"
},
"lottery": {
"def": "(noun) a way of raising money for a government, charity, etc., in which many tickets are sold and a few of the tickets are chosen by chance to win prizes",
"source": "MW"
},
"lyric:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the words of a song —usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"lyric:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) expressing deep feelings in a way that is like a song",
"source": "MW"
},
"lyric": {
"def": "(noun) the words of a song —usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"machinery:noun": {
"def": "(noun) machines of a particular kind or machines in general",
"source": "MW"
},
"machinery": {
"def": "(noun) machines of a particular kind or machines in general",
"source": "MW"
},
"magnetic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a magnet or magnetism",
"source": "MW"
},
"magnetic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long, narrow piece of material that is sticky on one side and that is used to stick things together or to cover or repair something",
"source": "MW"
},
"magnetic": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a magnet or magnetism",
"source": "MW"
},
"magnificent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very beautiful or impressive : very great",
"source": "MW"
},
"magnificent": {
"def": "(adjective) very beautiful or impressive : very great",
"source": "MW"
},
"magnitude:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a range of numbers or sizes that goes from a particular number or size to 10 times larger or 10 times smaller —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"magnitude": {
"def": "(noun) the size, extent, or importance of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"mainland:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large area of land that forms a country or a continent and that does not include islands—used with the —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"mainland": {
"def": "(noun) a large area of land that forms a country or a continent and that does not include islands—used with the —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"mainstream:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to place (a child with special educational needs) in regular school classes",
"source": "MW"
},
"mainstream": {
"def": "(verb) to place (a child with special educational needs) in regular school classes",
"source": "MW"
},
"maintenance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an organization that provides health care to people who make regular payments to it and who agree to use the doctors, hospitals, etc., that belong to the organization",
"source": "MW"
},
"maintenance:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"maintenance": {
"def": "(noun) the act of maintaining something or someone: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"makeup:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the thing that is measured as seconds, minutes, hours, days, years, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"makeup:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to touch (someone) with your lips as a greeting or as a way of showing love or sexual attraction",
"source": "MW"
},
"makeup:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) unable to be found",
"source": "MW"
},
"makeup": {
"def": "(noun) the way in which something is put together or arranged—often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"making:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something said or done to cause laughter",
"source": "MW"
},
"making:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to build, create, or produce (something) by work or effort —often followed by with to describe the things that are used to produce something —often followed by of to describe the material that forms something —often followed by from to describe the source of a product",
"source": "MW"
},
"making:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not costing any money",
"source": "MW"
},
"making": {
"def": "(noun) the action or process of producing or making something —often used in combination",
"source": "MW"
},
"mandate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an official order to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"mandate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to officially demand or require (something) —often used as (be) mandated",
"source": "MW"
},
"mandate": {
"def": "(noun) an official order to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"mandatory:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) required by a law or rule",
"source": "MW"
},
"mandatory": {
"def": "(adjective) required by a law or rule",
"source": "MW"
},
"manipulation:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or control (something) with your hands or by using a machine",
"source": "MW"
},
"manipulation": {
"def": "(verb) to move or control (something) with your hands or by using a machine",
"source": "MW"
},
"manufacture:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) usually in large amounts by using machines",
"source": "MW"
},
"manufacture:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the process of making products especially with machines in factories",
"source": "MW"
},
"manufacture": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) usually in large amounts by using machines",
"source": "MW"
},
"manufacturing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the industry or business of making products especially with machines in factories",
"source": "MW"
},
"manufacturing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) usually in large amounts by using machines",
"source": "MW"
},
"manufacturing": {
"def": "(noun) the industry or business of making products especially with machines in factories",
"source": "MW"
},
"marathon:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a running race that is about 26 miles (42 kilometers) long",
"source": "MW"
},
"marathon:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) lasting an unusually long time",
"source": "MW"
},
"marathon": {
"def": "(noun) a running race that is about 26 miles (42 kilometers) long",
"source": "MW"
},
"march:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take (something that does not belong to you) in a way that is wrong or illegal",
"source": "MW"
},
"march:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a way of marching in which people follow each other very closely",
"source": "MW"
},
"march": {
"def": "(verb) to walk with regular steps as a group : to walk in the regular and organized way of soldiers",
"source": "MW"
},
"margin:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is not correct : a wrong action or statement : mistake",
"source": "MW"
},
"margin": {
"def": "(noun) the part of a page that is above, below, or to the side of the printed part",
"source": "MW"
},
"marginal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not very important",
"source": "MW"
},
"marginal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a political seat, position, etc., that is won or lost by only a few votes",
"source": "MW"
},
"marginal": {
"def": "(adjective) not very important",
"source": "MW"
},
"marine:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the sea or the plants and animals that live in the sea",
"source": "MW"
},
"marine:noun": {
"def": "(noun) all of a country's ships that are used for trading goods rather than for war; also : the people who work such ships —called also (British) merchant navy",
"source": "MW"
},
"marine": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the sea or the plants and animals that live in the sea",
"source": "MW"
},
"marker:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a sign or an object) that shows the location of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"marker:trademark": {
"def": "(trademark) —used for a felt-tip pen",
"source": "MW"
},
"marker": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a sign or an object) that shows the location of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"marketplace:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the economic system through which different companies compete with each other to sell their products",
"source": "MW"
},
"marketplace": {
"def": "(noun) the economic system through which different companies compete with each other to sell their products",
"source": "MW"
},
"martial:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to war or soldiers",
"source": "MW"
},
"martial:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a military court : a court for people in the military who are accused of breaking military law",
"source": "MW"
},
"martial:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to present evidence against (someone) in a military court : to put (someone) on trial in a military court",
"source": "MW"
},
"martial": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to war or soldiers",
"source": "MW"
},
"mask:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a knitted fabric mask that covers your head, has openings for your eyes, mouth, and sometimes your nose, and is worn especially by skiers for protection from the cold",
"source": "MW"
},
"mask:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hide (something) from sight",
"source": "MW"
},
"mask": {
"def": "(noun) a covering for your face or for part of your face: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"massacre:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the violent killing of many people",
"source": "MW"
},
"massacre:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to violently kill (a group of people) : slaughter",
"source": "MW"
},
"massacre": {
"def": "(noun) the violent killing of many people",
"source": "MW"
},
"mate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who completely understands you and is perfectly suited to be in a loving relationship with you",
"source": "MW"
},
"mate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have sexual activity in order to produce young",
"source": "MW"
},
"mate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) coming before all others in time, order, or importance",
"source": "MW"
},
"mate": {
"def": "(noun) a person who lives with you, works in the same place as you, etc.—usually used in combination with another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"mathematical:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or involving mathematics",
"source": "MW"
},
"mathematical": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or involving mathematics",
"source": "MW"
},
"mature:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing the mental and emotional qualities of an adult",
"source": "MW"
},
"mature:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become mature: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"mature:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a student at a college or university who starts studying there at a later age than usual",
"source": "MW"
},
"mature": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing the mental and emotional qualities of an adult",
"source": "MW"
},
"maximize:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to increase (something) as much as possible : to increase (something) to a maximum",
"source": "MW"
},
"maximize": {
"def": "(verb) to increase (something) as much as possible : to increase (something) to a maximum",
"source": "MW"
},
"meaningful:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a clear meaning",
"source": "MW"
},
"meaningful": {
"def": "(adjective) having a clear meaning",
"source": "MW"
},
"meantime:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the time in Greenwich, England, that is used as the basis of standard time throughout the world —called also (US) Greenwich time",
"source": "MW"
},
"meantime": {
"def": "(noun) the time in Greenwich, England, that is used as the basis of standard time throughout the world —called also (US) Greenwich time",
"source": "MW"
},
"mechanic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who repairs machines (such as car engines) and keeps them running properly",
"source": "MW"
},
"mechanic": {
"def": "(noun) a person who repairs machines (such as car engines) and keeps them running properly",
"source": "MW"
},
"mechanical:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to machinery",
"source": "MW"
},
"mechanical:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a pencil made of metal or plastic with a lead that is moved forward by a mechanical device —called also (British) propelling pencil",
"source": "MW"
},
"mechanical": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to machinery",
"source": "MW"
},
"mechanism:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state or fact of continuing to live or exist especially in spite of difficult conditions —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"mechanism": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of machinery : a mechanical part or group of parts having a particular function",
"source": "MW"
},
"medal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a U.S. military award that is given to a soldier who is extremely brave in battle —called also Silver Star Medal",
"source": "MW"
},
"medal:verb": {
"def": "(verb) —used to say that someone or something should or should not have or be given something —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"medal": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of metal often in the form of a coin with designs and words in honor of a special event, a person, or an achievement",
"source": "MW"
},
"medication:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the physical feeling caused by disease, injury, or something that hurts the body",
"source": "MW"
},
"medication:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"medication": {
"def": "(noun) a substance used in treating disease or relieving pain : medicine",
"source": "MW"
},
"medieval:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the Middle Ages : of or relating to the period of European history from about A.D. 500 to about 1500",
"source": "MW"
},
"medieval:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the thing that is measured as seconds, minutes, hours, days, years, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"medieval": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the Middle Ages : of or relating to the period of European history from about A.D. 500 to about 1500",
"source": "MW"
},
"meditation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of spending time in quiet thought : the act or process of meditating",
"source": "MW"
},
"meditation:service mark": {
"def": "(service mark) —used for a method of meditating in which you close your eyes and repeatedly think of a simple sound, word, or phrase (called a mantra)",
"source": "MW"
},
"meditation": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of spending time in quiet thought : the act or process of meditating",
"source": "MW"
},
"melody:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a pleasing series of musical notes that form the main part of a song or piece of music",
"source": "MW"
},
"melody": {
"def": "(noun) a pleasing series of musical notes that form the main part of a song or piece of music",
"source": "MW"
},
"membership:noun": {
"def": "(noun) founding member",
"source": "MW"
},
"membership": {
"def": "(noun) the state of belonging to or being a part of a group or an organization : the state of being a member",
"source": "MW"
},
"memo:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a usually brief written message from one person or department in an organization, company, etc., to another : memorandum",
"source": "MW"
},
"memo": {
"def": "(noun) a usually brief written message from one person or department in an organization, company, etc., to another : memorandum",
"source": "MW"
},
"memoir:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a written account in which someone (such as a famous performer or politician) describes past experiences",
"source": "MW"
},
"memoir": {
"def": "(noun) a written account in which someone (such as a famous performer or politician) describes past experiences",
"source": "MW"
},
"memorable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very good or interesting and worth remembering",
"source": "MW"
},
"memorable": {
"def": "(adjective) very good or interesting and worth remembering",
"source": "MW"
},
"memorial:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the last Monday in May that is a national holiday in the U.S. honoring members of the armed forces who died in wars",
"source": "MW"
},
"memorial:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) created or done to honor a person who has died or to remind people of an event in which many people died",
"source": "MW"
},
"memorial": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a monument or ceremony) that honors a person who has died or serves as a reminder of an event in which many people died —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"mentor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who teaches or gives help and advice to a less experienced and often younger person",
"source": "MW"
},
"mentor:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to teach or give advice or guidance to (someone, such as a less experienced person or a child) : to act as a mentor for (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"mentor": {
"def": "(noun) someone who teaches or gives help and advice to a less experienced and often younger person",
"source": "MW"
},
"mere:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to say that something or someone is small, unimportant, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"mere": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to say that something or someone is small, unimportant, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"merge:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (two or more things, such as two companies) to come together and become one thing : to join or unite (one thing) with another",
"source": "MW"
},
"merge": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (two or more things, such as two companies) to come together and become one thing : to join or unite (one thing) with another",
"source": "MW"
},
"merger:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of combining two or more businesses into one business",
"source": "MW"
},
"merger": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of combining two or more businesses into one business",
"source": "MW"
},
"merit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a good quality or feature that deserves to be praised —usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"merit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to deserve (something, such as attention or good treatment) by being important or good",
"source": "MW"
},
"merit": {
"def": "(noun) a good quality or feature that deserves to be praised —usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"metaphor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a metaphor that combines different images or ideas in a way that is foolish or illogical",
"source": "MW"
},
"metaphor": {
"def": "(noun) a word or phrase for one thing that is used to refer to another thing in order to show or suggest that they are similar",
"source": "MW"
},
"methodology:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a set of methods, rules, or ideas that are important in a science or art : a particular procedure or set of procedures",
"source": "MW"
},
"methodology": {
"def": "(noun) a set of methods, rules, or ideas that are important in a science or art : a particular procedure or set of procedures",
"source": "MW"
},
"midst:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the middle area or part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"midst": {
"def": "(noun) the middle area or part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"migration:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move from one country or place to live or work in another",
"source": "MW"
},
"migration": {
"def": "(verb) to move from one country or place to live or work in another",
"source": "MW"
},
"militant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing a desire or willingness to use strong, extreme, and sometimes forceful methods to achieve something",
"source": "MW"
},
"militant": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing a desire or willingness to use strong, extreme, and sometimes forceful methods to achieve something",
"source": "MW"
},
"militia:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people who are not part of the armed forces of a country but are trained like soldiers",
"source": "MW"
},
"militia": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people who are not part of the armed forces of a country but are trained like soldiers",
"source": "MW"
},
"mill:noun": {
"def": "(noun) information or a story that is passed from person to person but has not been proven to be true",
"source": "MW"
},
"mill:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to produce (something) in a mill especially by grinding, crushing, or cutting it",
"source": "MW"
},
"mill:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) average or ordinary",
"source": "MW"
},
"mill": {
"def": "(noun) a building with machinery for grinding grain into flour",
"source": "MW"
},
"miner:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a mine that is dug by removing the surface of a large piece of land one section at a time",
"source": "MW"
},
"miner:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to dig a mine in order to find and take away coal, gold, diamonds, etc.—usually + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"miner": {
"def": "(noun) a person who works in a mine",
"source": "MW"
},
"minimal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very small or slight in size or amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"minimal": {
"def": "(adjective) very small or slight in size or amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"minimize:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something bad or not wanted) as small as possible",
"source": "MW"
},
"minimize": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something bad or not wanted) as small as possible",
"source": "MW"
},
"mining:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a mine that is dug by removing the surface of a large piece of land one section at a time",
"source": "MW"
},
"mining:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to dig a mine in order to find and take away coal, gold, diamonds, etc.—usually + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"mining": {
"def": "(noun) the process or business of digging in mines to obtain minerals, metals, jewels, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"ministry:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the head of the government in some countries —abbr. PM",
"source": "MW"
},
"ministry": {
"def": "(noun) religious leaders as a group : ministers as a group",
"source": "MW"
},
"miracle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a substance that is used as a medicine —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"miracle:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not very important or valuable",
"source": "MW"
},
"miracle": {
"def": "(noun) an unusual or wonderful event that is believed to be caused by the power of God",
"source": "MW"
},
"miserable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very unhappy",
"source": "MW"
},
"miserable:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an action that is considered to be wrong according to religious or moral law",
"source": "MW"
},
"miserable": {
"def": "(adjective) very unhappy",
"source": "MW"
},
"misleading:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to believe something that is not true",
"source": "MW"
},
"misleading": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to believe something that is not true",
"source": "MW"
},
"missile:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a missile that is fired from the ground or a ship and directed at a target on the ground",
"source": "MW"
},
"missile": {
"def": "(noun) an object that is thrown, shot, or launched as a weapon; especially : a rocket that explodes when it hits a distant target",
"source": "MW"
},
"mob:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a crowd of people who lynch or try to lynch someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"mob:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move close to (someone) in an excited way : to crowd around (someone) in an aggressive, excited, or annoying way —often used as (be) mobbed",
"source": "MW"
},
"mob": {
"def": "(noun) a large group or crowd of people who are angry or violent or difficult to control",
"source": "MW"
},
"mobile:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) moving or able to move into a higher social or economic position",
"source": "MW"
},
"mobile:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of public land in or near a city that is kept free of houses and other buildings and can be used for pleasure and exercise",
"source": "MW"
},
"mobile": {
"def": "(adjective) able to move from one place to another",
"source": "MW"
},
"mobility:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ability or tendency to move from one position or situation to another usually better one",
"source": "MW"
},
"mobility:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) moving or able to move into a higher social or economic position",
"source": "MW"
},
"mobility": {
"def": "(noun) the ability or tendency to move from one position or situation to another usually better one",
"source": "MW"
},
"mobilize:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to bring (people) together for action",
"source": "MW"
},
"mobilize": {
"def": "(verb) to bring (people) together for action",
"source": "MW"
},
"mode:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a particular form or type of something (such as transportation or behavior)",
"source": "MW"
},
"mode:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) topped with ice cream",
"source": "MW"
},
"mode": {
"def": "(noun) a particular form or type of something (such as transportation or behavior)",
"source": "MW"
},
"moderate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) average in size or amount : neither too much nor too little",
"source": "MW"
},
"moderate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person whose political ideas are not extreme : a person who has moderate opinions or is a member of a moderate political group",
"source": "MW"
},
"moderate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) less harsh, strong, or severe or to become less harsh, strong, or severe",
"source": "MW"
},
"moderate": {
"def": "(adjective) average in size or amount : neither too much nor too little",
"source": "MW"
},
"modest:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not very large in size or amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"modest": {
"def": "(adjective) not very large in size or amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"modification:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of changing parts of something : the act or process of modifying something —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"modification": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of changing parts of something : the act or process of modifying something —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"module:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of a set of parts that can be connected or combined to build or complete something",
"source": "MW"
},
"module": {
"def": "(noun) one of a set of parts that can be connected or combined to build or complete something",
"source": "MW"
},
"momentum:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the strength or force that something has when it is moving",
"source": "MW"
},
"momentum:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to bring (things or people) together into a group",
"source": "MW"
},
"momentum": {
"def": "(noun) the strength or force that something has when it is moving",
"source": "MW"
},
"monopoly:noun": {
"def": "(noun) complete control of the entire supply of goods or of a service in a certain area or market",
"source": "MW"
},
"monopoly": {
"def": "(noun) complete control of the entire supply of goods or of a service in a certain area or market",
"source": "MW"
},
"monthly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening, done, or made every month",
"source": "MW"
},
"monthly:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a magazine that is published once every month",
"source": "MW"
},
"monthly": {
"def": "(adjective) happening, done, or made every month",
"source": "MW"
},
"monument:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place (such as an old building or an area of land) that is owned and protected by a national government because of its natural beauty or its importance to history or science",
"source": "MW"
},
"monument": {
"def": "(noun) a building, statue, etc., that honors a person or event —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"morality:noun": {
"def": "(noun) beliefs about what is right behavior and what is wrong behavior",
"source": "MW"
},
"morality": {
"def": "(noun) beliefs about what is right behavior and what is wrong behavior",
"source": "MW"
},
"mortgage:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of giving money for something : the act of paying",
"source": "MW"
},
"mortgage:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give someone a legal claim on (property that you own) in exchange for money that you will pay back over a period of years",
"source": "MW"
},
"mortgage": {
"def": "(noun) a legal agreement in which a person borrows money to buy property (such as a house) and pays back the money over a period of years —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"mosque:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a building that is used for Muslim religious services",
"source": "MW"
},
"mosque": {
"def": "(noun) a building that is used for Muslim religious services",
"source": "MW"
},
"mosquito:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a net that is placed over something (such as a bed) in order to keep out mosquitoes",
"source": "MW"
},
"mosquito": {
"def": "(noun) a small flying insect that bites the skin of people and animals and sucks their blood",
"source": "MW"
},
"motivate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give (someone) a reason for doing something —often used as (be) motivated",
"source": "MW"
},
"motivate": {
"def": "(verb) to give (someone) a reason for doing something —often used as (be) motivated",
"source": "MW"
},
"motive:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a reason for doing something —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"motive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) kept hidden in order to get a particular result",
"source": "MW"
},
"motive": {
"def": "(noun) a reason for doing something —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"moving:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made for or appealing to people who do not have much money; also : of low quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"moving:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to obtain (something): such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"moving:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the force within a person that is believed to give the body life, energy, and power",
"source": "MW"
},
"moving": {
"def": "(adjective) changing place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"municipal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the government of a city or town",
"source": "MW"
},
"municipal": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the government of a city or town",
"source": "MW"
},
"mutual:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) shared between two or more people or groups",
"source": "MW"
},
"mutual:noun": {
"def": "(noun) permission for something to happen or be done",
"source": "MW"
},
"mutual": {
"def": "(adjective) shared between two or more people or groups",
"source": "MW"
},
"myth:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a story about an unusual event or occurrence that many people believe is true but that is not true —called also urban myth",
"source": "MW"
},
"myth": {
"def": "(noun) an idea or story that is believed by many people but that is not true",
"source": "MW"
},
"naked:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be seen",
"source": "MW"
},
"naked:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) completely or fully",
"source": "MW"
},
"naked:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to remove your clothing —often + down",
"source": "MW"
},
"naked": {
"def": "(adjective) not wearing any clothes : not covered by clothing",
"source": "MW"
},
"namely:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used when giving exact information about something you have already mentioned",
"source": "MW"
},
"namely": {
"def": "(adverb) —used when giving exact information about something you have already mentioned",
"source": "MW"
},
"nasty:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very unpleasant to see, smell, taste, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"nasty:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who is difficult to understand : a complicated or strange person",
"source": "MW"
},
"nasty": {
"def": "(adjective) very unpleasant to see, smell, taste, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"nationwide:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) including or involving all parts of a nation or country",
"source": "MW"
},
"nationwide": {
"def": "(adjective) including or involving all parts of a nation or country",
"source": "MW"
},
"naval:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a country's navy",
"source": "MW"
},
"naval": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a country's navy",
"source": "MW"
},
"navigation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act, activity, or process of finding the way to get to a place when you are traveling in a ship, airplane, car, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"navigation": {
"def": "(noun) the act, activity, or process of finding the way to get to a place when you are traveling in a ship, airplane, car, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"necessity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) morally good behavior or character",
"source": "MW"
},
"necessity:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) brought into life by the process of birth",
"source": "MW"
},
"necessity": {
"def": "(noun) something that you must have or do : something that is necessary",
"source": "MW"
},
"neglect:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to fail to take care of or to give attention to (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"neglect:noun": {
"def": "(noun) lack of attention or care that someone or something needs —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"neglect": {
"def": "(verb) to fail to take care of or to give attention to (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"negotiation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a formal discussion between people who are trying to reach an agreement : an act of negotiating —usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"negotiation": {
"def": "(noun) a formal discussion between people who are trying to reach an agreement : an act of negotiating —usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"neighboring:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) near or next to something or someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"neighboring": {
"def": "(adjective) near or next to something or someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"net:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a net that is placed below acrobats to catch them if they fall",
"source": "MW"
},
"net:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to throw or move (something) in a forceful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"net:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe the amount or value of something after all costs and expenses have been taken away",
"source": "MW"
},
"net": {
"def": "(noun) a device that is used for catching or holding things or for keeping things out of a space and that is made of pieces of string, rope, wire, etc., woven together with spaces in between —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"neutral:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not supporting either side of an argument, fight, war, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"neutral:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being male or female : sex",
"source": "MW"
},
"neutral": {
"def": "(adjective) not supporting either side of an argument, fight, war, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"newly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) a short time ago : recently",
"source": "MW"
},
"newly": {
"def": "(adverb) a short time ago : recently",
"source": "MW"
},
"newsletter:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a short written report that tells about the recent activities of an organization and that is sent to members of the organization",
"source": "MW"
},
"newsletter": {
"def": "(noun) a short written report that tells about the recent activities of an organization and that is sent to members of the organization",
"source": "MW"
},
"niche:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a job, activity, etc., that is very suitable for someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"niche": {
"def": "(noun) a job, activity, etc., that is very suitable for someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"nickel:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a hard silver-white metal",
"source": "MW"
},
"nickel:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) involving, making, or spending a small amount of money",
"source": "MW"
},
"nickel:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have (an amount of money) as a price",
"source": "MW"
},
"nickel": {
"def": "(noun) a hard silver-white metal",
"source": "MW"
},
"nominate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to formally choose (someone) as a candidate for a job, position, office, etc. —often used as (be) nominated",
"source": "MW"
},
"nominate": {
"def": "(verb) to formally choose (someone) as a candidate for a job, position, office, etc. —often used as (be) nominated",
"source": "MW"
},
"nomination:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of formally choosing someone as a candidate for a job, position, office, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"nomination": {
"def": "(noun) the act of formally choosing someone as a candidate for a job, position, office, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"nominee:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone or something that has been chosen as a candidate for a job, position, office, honor, award, etc. : someone or something that has been nominated —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"nominee": {
"def": "(noun) someone or something that has been chosen as a candidate for a job, position, office, honor, award, etc. : someone or something that has been nominated —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"nonetheless:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in spite of what has just been said : nevertheless",
"source": "MW"
},
"nonetheless:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) not any of a group of people or things : no amount or part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"nonetheless": {
"def": "(adverb) in spite of what has just been said : nevertheless",
"source": "MW"
},
"nonprofit:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not existing or done for the purpose of making a profit",
"source": "MW"
},
"nonprofit": {
"def": "(adjective) not existing or done for the purpose of making a profit",
"source": "MW"
},
"nonsense:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small piece of land that is or could be used for building something or for some other purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"nonsense:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very serious about doing things in a direct and efficient way without any foolishness or nonsense",
"source": "MW"
},
"nonsense:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use a sharp tool (such as a knife) to open or divide (something, such as paper or wood) —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"nonsense": {
"def": "(noun) words or ideas that are foolish or untrue",
"source": "MW"
},
"norm:noun": {
"def": "(noun) standards of proper or acceptable behavior",
"source": "MW"
},
"norm": {
"def": "(noun) standards of proper or acceptable behavior",
"source": "MW"
},
"notable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) unusual and worth noticing : remarkable",
"source": "MW"
},
"notable:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a famous or important person",
"source": "MW"
},
"notable": {
"def": "(adjective) unusual and worth noticing : remarkable",
"source": "MW"
},
"notably:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that attracts or deserves attention",
"source": "MW"
},
"notably": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that attracts or deserves attention",
"source": "MW"
},
"notebook:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a book with blank pages that is used for writing notes",
"source": "MW"
},
"notebook": {
"def": "(noun) a book with blank pages that is used for writing notes",
"source": "MW"
},
"notify:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to tell (someone) officially about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"notify": {
"def": "(verb) to tell (someone) officially about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"notorious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) well-known or famous especially for something bad",
"source": "MW"
},
"notorious": {
"def": "(adjective) well-known or famous especially for something bad",
"source": "MW"
},
"novel:noun": {
"def": "(noun) cartoon drawings that tell a story and are published as a book",
"source": "MW"
},
"novel:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) new and different from what has been known before",
"source": "MW"
},
"novel": {
"def": "(noun) a long written story usually about imaginary characters and events",
"source": "MW"
},
"novelist:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who writes novels",
"source": "MW"
},
"novelist": {
"def": "(noun) a person who writes novels",
"source": "MW"
},
"nowadays:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at the present time",
"source": "MW"
},
"nowadays": {
"def": "(adverb) at the present time",
"source": "MW"
},
"nursery:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a school for very young children —called also nursery school",
"source": "MW"
},
"nursery": {
"def": "(noun) the room where a baby sleeps",
"source": "MW"
},
"nursing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of having been treated unfairly",
"source": "MW"
},
"nursing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take care of or help (someone who is sick or injured)",
"source": "MW"
},
"nursing": {
"def": "(noun) the job of taking care of people who are sick, injured, or old",
"source": "MW"
},
"nutrition:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the process of eating the right kind of food so you can grow properly and be healthy",
"source": "MW"
},
"nutrition": {
"def": "(noun) the process of eating the right kind of food so you can grow properly and be healthy",
"source": "MW"
},
"obesity:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very fat : fat in a way that is unhealthy",
"source": "MW"
},
"obesity": {
"def": "(adjective) very fat : fat in a way that is unhealthy",
"source": "MW"
},
"objection:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who refuses to serve in the military because of moral or religious beliefs",
"source": "MW"
},
"objection": {
"def": "(noun) a reason for disagreeing with or opposing something : a reason for objecting —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"oblige:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to force or require (someone or something) to do something because of a law or rule or because it is necessary —usually used as (be) obliged",
"source": "MW"
},
"oblige:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the idea that people who have high social rank or wealth should be helpful and generous to people of lower rank or to people who are poor",
"source": "MW"
},
"oblige": {
"def": "(verb) to force or require (someone or something) to do something because of a law or rule or because it is necessary —usually used as (be) obliged",
"source": "MW"
},
"observer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who sees and notices someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"observer": {
"def": "(noun) a person who sees and notices someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"obsess:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be the only person or thing that someone thinks or talks about —usually used as (be) obsessed",
"source": "MW"
},
"obsess": {
"def": "(verb) to be the only person or thing that someone thinks or talks about —usually used as (be) obsessed",
"source": "MW"
},
"obstacle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a race through an obstacle course",
"source": "MW"
},
"obstacle": {
"def": "(noun) something that makes it difficult to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"occasional:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or done sometimes but not often : not happening or done in a regular or frequent way",
"source": "MW"
},
"occasional": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or done sometimes but not often : not happening or done in a regular or frequent way",
"source": "MW"
},
"occupation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the work that a person does : a person's job or profession",
"source": "MW"
},
"occupation": {
"def": "(noun) the work that a person does : a person's job or profession",
"source": "MW"
},
"occupy:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to live in (a house, apartment, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"occupy": {
"def": "(verb) to live in (a house, apartment, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"occurrence:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that happens",
"source": "MW"
},
"occurrence": {
"def": "(noun) something that happens",
"source": "MW"
},
"odds:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is unpleasant, offensive, or annoying",
"source": "MW"
},
"odds:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a very good chance to win : believed to be likely to win",
"source": "MW"
},
"odds:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to arrange (things) in a stack : to put (things) in a usually neat pile —often + up",
"source": "MW"
},
"odds": {
"def": "(noun) the possibility that something will happen : the chance that one thing will happen instead of a different thing —often used with the",
"source": "MW"
},
"offender:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a criminal who is under the age of 18",
"source": "MW"
},
"offender": {
"def": "(noun) a person who commits a crime",
"source": "MW"
},
"offering:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a gift that is given as a way of apologizing or making peace",
"source": "MW"
},
"offering:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give someone the opportunity to accept or take (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"offering": {
"def": "(noun) something that is given to God or a god as a part of religious worship",
"source": "MW"
},
"offspring:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person's child",
"source": "MW"
},
"offspring": {
"def": "(noun) a person's child",
"source": "MW"
},
"ongoing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) continuing to exist, happen, or progress : continuing without reaching an end",
"source": "MW"
},
"ongoing": {
"def": "(adjective) continuing to exist, happen, or progress : continuing without reaching an end",
"source": "MW"
},
"openly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a direct and honest way : without hiding feelings or opinions",
"source": "MW"
},
"openly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not closed: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"openly": {
"def": "(adverb) in a direct and honest way : without hiding feelings or opinions",
"source": "MW"
},
"opera:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a television or radio program that has continuing stories about the daily lives and problems of a group of people —sometimes used figuratively —called also (informal) soap",
"source": "MW"
},
"opera": {
"def": "(noun) a kind of performance in which actors sing all or most of the words of a play with music performed by an orchestra —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"operational:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) ready for use : able to be used",
"source": "MW"
},
"operational": {
"def": "(adjective) ready for use : able to be used",
"source": "MW"
},
"operator:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a big machine with a long arm that is used by builders for lifting and moving heavy things",
"source": "MW"
},
"operator:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a flat, even surface : not rough : not having any bumps, ridges, or uneven parts",
"source": "MW"
},
"operator": {
"def": "(noun) a person who uses and controls something (such as a machine, device, or business) : someone who operates something",
"source": "MW"
},
"opt:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause or force (someone or something) to become part of your group, movement, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"opt:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an opportunity to choose not to do or take part in something",
"source": "MW"
},
"opt": {
"def": "(verb) to choose one thing instead of another—often + for —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"optical:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) used to help a person see",
"source": "MW"
},
"optical:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that looks different from what it is : something that you seem to see but that is not really there",
"source": "MW"
},
"optical": {
"def": "(adjective) used to help a person see",
"source": "MW"
},
"optimism:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling or belief that good things will happen in the future : a feeling or belief that what you hope for will happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"optimism": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling or belief that good things will happen in the future : a feeling or belief that what you hope for will happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"optimistic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing hope for the future : expecting good things to happen : hopeful",
"source": "MW"
},
"optimistic": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing hope for the future : expecting good things to happen : hopeful",
"source": "MW"
},
"oral:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the mouth",
"source": "MW"
},
"oral:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a way of thinking, behaving, or doing something that has been used by the people in a particular group, family, society, etc., for a long time",
"source": "MW"
},
"oral": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the mouth",
"source": "MW"
},
"orchestra:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large orchestra of musicians who play classical music together and are led by a conductor",
"source": "MW"
},
"orchestra": {
"def": "(noun) a group of musicians who play usually classical music together and who are led by a conductor",
"source": "MW"
},
"organic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) grown or made without the use of artificial chemicals",
"source": "MW"
},
"organic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a branch of chemistry that is concerned with carbon and especially carbon compounds which are found in living things",
"source": "MW"
},
"organic": {
"def": "(adjective) grown or made without the use of artificial chemicals",
"source": "MW"
},
"organizational:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a company, business, club, etc., that is formed for a particular purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"organizational": {
"def": "(noun) a company, business, club, etc., that is formed for a particular purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"orientation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person's sexual preference or identity as bisexual, heterosexual, or homosexual : the state of being bisexual, heterosexual, or homosexual —called also orientation",
"source": "MW"
},
"orientation": {
"def": "(noun) a person's feelings, interests, and beliefs",
"source": "MW"
},
"originate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to begin to exist : to be produced or created",
"source": "MW"
},
"originate": {
"def": "(verb) to begin to exist : to be produced or created",
"source": "MW"
},
"outbreak:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sudden start or increase of fighting or disease —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"outbreak": {
"def": "(noun) a sudden start or increase of fighting or disease —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"outfit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a set of clothes that are worn together",
"source": "MW"
},
"outfit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to provide (someone or something) with equipment or clothes especially for a special purpose —often used as (be) outfitted",
"source": "MW"
},
"outfit": {
"def": "(noun) a set of clothes that are worn together",
"source": "MW"
},
"outing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a brief trip that people take for fun usually as a group —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"outing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to tell people that (someone) is a homosexual",
"source": "MW"
},
"outing": {
"def": "(noun) a brief trip that people take for fun usually as a group —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"outlet:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that people use to express their emotions or talents —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"outlet": {
"def": "(noun) something that people use to express their emotions or talents —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"outlook:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the way that a person thinks about things —often + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"outlook": {
"def": "(noun) the way that a person thinks about things —often + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"output:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the amount of something that is produced by a person or thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"output:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to produce and send out (something, such as information)",
"source": "MW"
},
"output": {
"def": "(noun) the amount of something that is produced by a person or thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"outrage:noun": {
"def": "(noun) extreme anger : a strong feeling of unhappiness because of something bad, hurtful, or morally wrong",
"source": "MW"
},
"outrage:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) very angry —often used as (be) outraged",
"source": "MW"
},
"outrage": {
"def": "(noun) extreme anger : a strong feeling of unhappiness because of something bad, hurtful, or morally wrong",
"source": "MW"
},
"outsider:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who does not belong to or is not accepted as part of a particular group or organization",
"source": "MW"
},
"outsider": {
"def": "(noun) a person who does not belong to or is not accepted as part of a particular group or organization",
"source": "MW"
},
"outstanding:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely good or excellent",
"source": "MW"
},
"outstanding:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a change that results when something is done or happens : an event, condition, or state of affairs that is produced by a cause",
"source": "MW"
},
"outstanding": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely good or excellent",
"source": "MW"
},
"overlook:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to fail to see or notice (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"overlook": {
"def": "(verb) to fail to see or notice (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"overly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to an excessive degree : too",
"source": "MW"
},
"overly": {
"def": "(adverb) to an excessive degree : too",
"source": "MW"
},
"overnight:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) for or during the entire night",
"source": "MW"
},
"overnight:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening, traveling, or staying during the night",
"source": "MW"
},
"overnight:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a bag for carrying the clothes and other things that you take for an overnight trip",
"source": "MW"
},
"overnight": {
"def": "(adverb) for or during the entire night",
"source": "MW"
},
"oversee:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to watch and direct (an activity, a group of workers, etc.) in order to be sure that a job is done correctly : supervise",
"source": "MW"
},
"oversee": {
"def": "(verb) to watch and direct (an activity, a group of workers, etc.) in order to be sure that a job is done correctly : supervise",
"source": "MW"
},
"overturn:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to turn (something) over",
"source": "MW"
},
"overturn": {
"def": "(verb) to turn (something) over",
"source": "MW"
},
"overwhelm:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to affect (someone) very strongly",
"source": "MW"
},
"overwhelm": {
"def": "(verb) to affect (someone) very strongly",
"source": "MW"
},
"overwhelming:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very great in number, effect, or force",
"source": "MW"
},
"overwhelming:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to affect (someone) very strongly",
"source": "MW"
},
"overwhelming": {
"def": "(adjective) very great in number, effect, or force",
"source": "MW"
},
"ownership:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who owns something together with another person",
"source": "MW"
},
"ownership": {
"def": "(noun) the state or fact of owning something",
"source": "MW"
},
"oxygen:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of medical equipment that surrounds the body or head of a patient like a small, clear tent and that is filled with flowing oxygen",
"source": "MW"
},
"oxygen": {
"def": "(noun) a chemical that is found in the air, that has no color, taste, or smell, and that is necessary for life —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"packet:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an envelope that contains your wages",
"source": "MW"
},
"packet": {
"def": "(noun) a small, thin package —called also (British) sachet",
"source": "MW"
},
"pad:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a man who is not married; especially : a man who has never been married",
"source": "MW"
},
"pad:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move with quiet steps",
"source": "MW"
},
"pad": {
"def": "(noun) an object that is thin, flat, and usually soft",
"source": "MW"
},
"palm:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the body part at the end of your arm that includes your fingers and thumb",
"source": "MW"
},
"palm:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to look at and understand the meaning of letters, words, symbols, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"palm": {
"def": "(noun) the inside part of the hand between the wrist and the fingers",
"source": "MW"
},
"panic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a button in a bank, store, etc., that a person can press to call for help during an emergency (such as a robbery)",
"source": "MW"
},
"panic:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move your hand, a bat, etc., quickly so that it touches someone or something in a forceful or violent way",
"source": "MW"
},
"panic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) too frightened to think or act normally : overcome with panic",
"source": "MW"
},
"panic": {
"def": "(noun) a state or feeling of extreme fear that makes someone unable to act or think normally",
"source": "MW"
},
"parade:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a list of the players who are playing in a game (such as baseball)",
"source": "MW"
},
"parade:verb": {
"def": "(verb) —used with it to say that rain is falling",
"source": "MW"
},
"parade": {
"def": "(noun) a public celebration of a special day or event that usually includes many people and groups moving down a street by marching or riding in cars or on special vehicles (called floats)",
"source": "MW"
},
"parallel:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe lines, paths, etc., that are the same distance apart along their whole length and do not touch at any point",
"source": "MW"
},
"parallel:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a pair of long bars that are supported by a base, are parallel to each other at different heights, and are used in gymnastics —called also uneven parallel bars",
"source": "MW"
},
"parallel:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to park a car, truck, etc., so that the long side of the vehicle is parallel to the side of the road",
"source": "MW"
},
"parallel": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe lines, paths, etc., that are the same distance apart along their whole length and do not touch at any point",
"source": "MW"
},
"parameter:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a rule or limit that controls what something is or how something should be done—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"parameter": {
"def": "(noun) a rule or limit that controls what something is or how something should be done—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"parental:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the right to choose what should be done in a particular situation",
"source": "MW"
},
"parental": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is a father or mother : a person who has a child",
"source": "MW"
},
"parliament:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a parliament in which no political party has a clear majority",
"source": "MW"
},
"parliament:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or travel to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"parliament": {
"def": "(noun) the group of people who are responsible for making the laws in some kinds of government",
"source": "MW"
},
"part-time:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) working or involving fewer hours than is considered normal or standard",
"source": "MW"
},
"part-time": {
"def": "(adjective) working or involving fewer hours than is considered normal or standard",
"source": "MW"
},
"partial:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not complete or total",
"source": "MW"
},
"partial": {
"def": "(adjective) not complete or total",
"source": "MW"
},
"partially:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) somewhat but not completely : to some extent or in some degree : partly",
"source": "MW"
},
"partially:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having hydrogen added",
"source": "MW"
},
"partially": {
"def": "(adverb) somewhat but not completely : to some extent or in some degree : partly",
"source": "MW"
},
"participation:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be involved with others in doing something : to take part in an activity or event with others —often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"participation": {
"def": "(verb) to be involved with others in doing something : to take part in an activity or event with others —often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"partnership:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person you live with and have a sexual relationship with but are not married to",
"source": "MW"
},
"partnership": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being partners",
"source": "MW"
},
"passing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) any one of the 12 parts into which the year is divided",
"source": "MW"
},
"passing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) moving past someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"passing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to talk about, write about, or refer to (something or someone) especially in a brief way",
"source": "MW"
},
"passing": {
"def": "(noun) the act of moving toward and beyond something—usually + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"passionate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having, showing, or expressing strong emotions or beliefs",
"source": "MW"
},
"passionate": {
"def": "(adjective) having, showing, or expressing strong emotions or beliefs",
"source": "MW"
},
"passive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe someone who allows things to happen or who accepts what other people do or decide without trying to change anything",
"source": "MW"
},
"passive:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the sounds that you make with your mouth and throat when you are speaking, singing, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"passive": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe someone who allows things to happen or who accepts what other people do or decide without trying to change anything",
"source": "MW"
},
"password:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a secret word or phrase that a person must know before being given permission to enter a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"password": {
"def": "(noun) a secret word or phrase that a person must know before being given permission to enter a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"pastor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a minister or priest in charge of a church or parish",
"source": "MW"
},
"pastor": {
"def": "(noun) a minister or priest in charge of a church or parish",
"source": "MW"
},
"patent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or concerned with patents",
"source": "MW"
},
"patent:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of leather that has a hard and shiny surface",
"source": "MW"
},
"patent:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to get a patent for (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"patent": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or concerned with patents",
"source": "MW"
},
"patron:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a saint who is believed to protect a particular place or type of person",
"source": "MW"
},
"patron": {
"def": "(noun) a person who gives money and support to an artist, organization, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"peasant:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a poor farmer or farm worker who has low social status—used especially to refer to poor people who lived in Europe in the past or to poor people who live in some countries around the world today —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"peasant": {
"def": "(noun) a poor farmer or farm worker who has low social status—used especially to refer to poor people who lived in Europe in the past or to poor people who live in some countries around the world today —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"peculiar:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not usual or normal : strange",
"source": "MW"
},
"peculiar": {
"def": "(adjective) not usual or normal : strange",
"source": "MW"
},
"peer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a British peer (sense 2) who has the title \"Lord\" or \"Lady\" for life but cannot pass it on to another person after death",
"source": "MW"
},
"peer:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to look closely or carefully especially because something or someone is difficult to see",
"source": "MW"
},
"peer": {
"def": "(noun) a person who belongs to the same age group or social group as someone else",
"source": "MW"
},
"penalty:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a mask or protective covering that goes over your face or part of your face",
"source": "MW"
},
"penalty:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give money for goods or services —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"penalty": {
"def": "(noun) punishment for breaking a rule or law",
"source": "MW"
},
"pension:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an arrangement made with an employer to pay money to an employee after retirement —called also (British) pension scheme",
"source": "MW"
},
"pension": {
"def": "(noun) an amount of money that a company or the government pays to a person who is old or sick and no longer works",
"source": "MW"
},
"permanently:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) lasting or continuing for a very long time or forever : not temporary or changing",
"source": "MW"
},
"permanently": {
"def": "(adjective) lasting or continuing for a very long time or forever : not temporary or changing",
"source": "MW"
},
"persistent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) continuing to do something or to try to do something even though it is difficult or other people want you to stop",
"source": "MW"
},
"persistent:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an unconscious state that is the result of severe brain damage and that can last for a very long time",
"source": "MW"
},
"persistent": {
"def": "(adjective) continuing to do something or to try to do something even though it is difficult or other people want you to stop",
"source": "MW"
},
"personnel:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a vehicle with thick, strong walls that is used for transporting military workers and their equipment",
"source": "MW"
},
"personnel": {
"def": "(noun) the people who work for a particular company or organization",
"source": "MW"
},
"petition:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a written document that people sign to show that they want a person or organization to do or change something",
"source": "MW"
},
"petition:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to ask (a person, group, or organization) for something in a formal way —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"petition": {
"def": "(noun) a written document that people sign to show that they want a person or organization to do or change something",
"source": "MW"
},
"pharmacy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a store or part of a store in which drugs and medicines are prepared and sold",
"source": "MW"
},
"pharmacy": {
"def": "(noun) a store or part of a store in which drugs and medicines are prepared and sold",
"source": "MW"
},
"philosopher:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an imaginary substance that people in the past believed had the power to change other metals into gold",
"source": "MW"
},
"philosopher": {
"def": "(noun) a person who studies ideas about knowledge, truth, the nature and meaning of life, etc. : a person who studies philosophy",
"source": "MW"
},
"philosophical:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or based on philosophy",
"source": "MW"
},
"philosophical": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or based on philosophy",
"source": "MW"
},
"physician:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who provides basic medical care and who usually works with a doctor —called also (US) PA, physician assistant",
"source": "MW"
},
"physician": {
"def": "(noun) a medical doctor; especially : a medical doctor who is not a surgeon",
"source": "MW"
},
"pill:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a pill that is given to a patient like a drug but that has no medicine in it : placebo",
"source": "MW"
},
"pill:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put sugar on or in (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"pill:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) looking real but not functioning or able to be used",
"source": "MW"
},
"pill": {
"def": "(noun) a small, rounded object that you swallow and that contains medicine, vitamins, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"pioneer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who helps create or develop new ideas, methods, etc.—often + in —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"pioneer:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to help create or develop (new ideas, methods, etc.) : to be a pioneer in the development of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"pioneer": {
"def": "(noun) a person who helps create or develop new ideas, methods, etc.—often + in —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"pipeline:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a line of connected pipes that are used for carrying liquids and gases over a long distance —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"pipeline": {
"def": "(noun) a line of connected pipes that are used for carrying liquids and gases over a long distance —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"pirate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who attacks and steals from a ship at sea —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"pirate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to illegally copy (something) without permission",
"source": "MW"
},
"pirate": {
"def": "(noun) someone who attacks and steals from a ship at sea —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"pity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the benefit of someone or something—used in phrases with for to say that something is done to help a particular person or thing —used in phrases with for to say that something is done for a particular purpose or to achieve a particular goal or result",
"source": "MW"
},
"pity:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to own, use, or hold (something) —also used for things that cannot be seen or touched —also have got",
"source": "MW"
},
"pity:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) a greater number or amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"pity": {
"def": "(noun) a strong feeling of sadness or sympathy for someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"placement:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of putting something in a particular place",
"source": "MW"
},
"placement": {
"def": "(noun) the act of putting something in a particular place",
"source": "MW"
},
"plea:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a process in which a person who is accused of a crime is allowed to say that he or she is guilty of a less serious crime in order to be given a less severe punishment",
"source": "MW"
},
"plea:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to get (something desirable)",
"source": "MW"
},
"plea": {
"def": "(noun) a serious and emotional request for something —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"plug:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a part of an engine that produces a spark that makes the fuel burn",
"source": "MW"
},
"plug:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hold onto and move (someone or something) in a particular direction and especially toward yourself",
"source": "MW"
},
"plug": {
"def": "(noun) a part at the end of an electric cord that has two or three metal pins that connect the cord to a source of electricity",
"source": "MW"
},
"poll:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an informal and unofficial poll or vote that is done to get information about what people think about something —called also (US) straw vote",
"source": "MW"
},
"poll:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to ask (several or many people) a question or a series of questions in order to get information about what most people think about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"poll": {
"def": "(noun) an activity in which several or many people are asked a question or a series of questions in order to get information about what most people think about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"pond:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a layer of something unpleasant or unwanted that forms on top of a liquid",
"source": "MW"
},
"pond:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) little in size",
"source": "MW"
},
"pond": {
"def": "(noun) an area of water that is surrounded by land and that is smaller than a lake",
"source": "MW"
},
"pop:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to suddenly break open or come away from something often with a short, loud noise",
"source": "MW"
},
"pop:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very high fly ball that does not go very far —called also pop-up",
"source": "MW"
},
"pop:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having eyes that stick out",
"source": "MW"
},
"pop:abbreviation": {
"def": "(abbreviation) population",
"source": "MW"
},
"pop": {
"def": "(verb) to suddenly break open or come away from something often with a short, loud noise",
"source": "MW"
},
"portfolio:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a flat case for carrying documents or drawings",
"source": "MW"
},
"portfolio": {
"def": "(noun) a flat case for carrying documents or drawings",
"source": "MW"
},
"portion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a part of a larger amount, area, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"portion:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to divide (something) into parts and give those parts to people —usually + out",
"source": "MW"
},
"portion": {
"def": "(noun) a part of a larger amount, area, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"postpone:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to decide that something which had been planned for a particular time will be done at a later time instead",
"source": "MW"
},
"postpone": {
"def": "(verb) to decide that something which had been planned for a particular time will be done at a later time instead",
"source": "MW"
},
"postwar:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening, existing, or made after a war; especially : happening, existing, or made after World War II",
"source": "MW"
},
"postwar": {
"def": "(adjective) happening, existing, or made after a war; especially : happening, existing, or made after World War II",
"source": "MW"
},
"potentially:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) capable of becoming real : possible",
"source": "MW"
},
"potentially": {
"def": "(adjective) capable of becoming real : possible",
"source": "MW"
},
"practitioner:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a doctor who treats the members of a family : a doctor who provides general medical care for people of all ages —called also family practitioner",
"source": "MW"
},
"practitioner": {
"def": "(noun) a person who works in a professional medical or legal business",
"source": "MW"
},
"preach:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do something again and again in order to become better at it",
"source": "MW"
},
"preach:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of singers especially in a church",
"source": "MW"
},
"preach": {
"def": "(verb) to make a speech about religion in a church or other public place : to deliver a sermon",
"source": "MW"
},
"precede:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to happen, go, or come before (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"precede": {
"def": "(verb) to happen, go, or come before (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"precedent:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a similar action or event that happened at an earlier time",
"source": "MW"
},
"precedent:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) in a place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"precedent": {
"def": "(noun) a similar action or event that happened at an earlier time",
"source": "MW"
},
"precious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) rare and worth a lot of money",
"source": "MW"
},
"precious:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) very or extremely",
"source": "MW"
},
"precious:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the thing that is measured as seconds, minutes, hours, days, years, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"precious": {
"def": "(adjective) rare and worth a lot of money",
"source": "MW"
},
"precise:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very accurate and exact",
"source": "MW"
},
"precise:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to introduce another choice or possibility",
"source": "MW"
},
"precise": {
"def": "(adjective) very accurate and exact",
"source": "MW"
},
"precisely:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very accurate and exact",
"source": "MW"
},
"precisely": {
"def": "(adjective) very accurate and exact",
"source": "MW"
},
"precision:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the quality of being precise : exactness or accuracy —often used after with",
"source": "MW"
},
"precision:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) designed for very accurate measurement or operation",
"source": "MW"
},
"precision": {
"def": "(noun) the quality of being precise : exactness or accuracy —often used after with",
"source": "MW"
},
"predator:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an animal that lives by killing and eating other animals : an animal that preys on other animals",
"source": "MW"
},
"predator": {
"def": "(noun) an animal that lives by killing and eating other animals : an animal that preys on other animals",
"source": "MW"
},
"predecessor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who had a job or position before someone else",
"source": "MW"
},
"predecessor": {
"def": "(noun) a person who had a job or position before someone else",
"source": "MW"
},
"predictable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) capable of being known before happening or being done",
"source": "MW"
},
"predictable": {
"def": "(adjective) capable of being known before happening or being done",
"source": "MW"
},
"predominantly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) more important, powerful, successful, or noticeable than other people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"predominantly": {
"def": "(adjective) more important, powerful, successful, or noticeable than other people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"preference:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of liking or wanting one person or thing more than another person or thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"preference": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of liking or wanting one person or thing more than another person or thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"pregnancy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a set of questions or problems that are designed to measure a person's knowledge, skills, or abilities",
"source": "MW"
},
"pregnancy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) coming from or associated with the world of ghosts",
"source": "MW"
},
"pregnancy": {
"def": "(noun) the condition of a woman or female animal that is going to have a baby or babies : the condition of a pregnant woman or female animal",
"source": "MW"
},
"prejudice:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an unfair feeling of dislike for a person or group because of race, sex, religion, etc. —often + against",
"source": "MW"
},
"prejudice:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to have an unfair feeling of dislike for someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"prejudice": {
"def": "(noun) an unfair feeling of dislike for a person or group because of race, sex, religion, etc. —often + against",
"source": "MW"
},
"preliminary:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) coming before the main part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"preliminary:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that comes first in order to prepare for or introduce the main part of something else—often + to —usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"preliminary": {
"def": "(adjective) coming before the main part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"premier:noun": {
"def": "(noun) prime minister",
"source": "MW"
},
"premier:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) most important or best",
"source": "MW"
},
"premier:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be shown or performed for the first time",
"source": "MW"
},
"premier": {
"def": "(noun) prime minister",
"source": "MW"
},
"premise:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a building and the area of land that it is on",
"source": "MW"
},
"premise": {
"def": "(noun) a building and the area of land that it is on",
"source": "MW"
},
"premium:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the price of insurance : the amount paid for insurance",
"source": "MW"
},
"premium:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) high or higher than normal",
"source": "MW"
},
"premium": {
"def": "(noun) the price of insurance : the amount paid for insurance",
"source": "MW"
},
"prescribe:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to officially tell someone to use (a medicine, therapy, diet, etc.) as a remedy or treatment",
"source": "MW"
},
"prescribe": {
"def": "(verb) to officially tell someone to use (a medicine, therapy, diet, etc.) as a remedy or treatment",
"source": "MW"
},
"prescription:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a substance that is used as a medicine —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"prescription": {
"def": "(noun) a written message from a doctor that officially tells someone to use a medicine, therapy, etc. —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"presently:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) during the time that is happening now : at the present time : now",
"source": "MW"
},
"presently": {
"def": "(adverb) during the time that is happening now : at the present time : now",
"source": "MW"
},
"preservation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) protection of yourself from harm or death",
"source": "MW"
},
"preservation": {
"def": "(noun) the act of preserving something: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"preside:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be in charge of something (such as a trial) —often + at",
"source": "MW"
},
"preside": {
"def": "(verb) to be in charge of something (such as a trial) —often + at",
"source": "MW"
},
"presidency:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person whose rank is just below that of the president of a country, business, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"presidency": {
"def": "(noun) the job of a president or the period of time when a person is president—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"presidential:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person whose rank is just below that of the president of a country, business, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"presidential": {
"def": "(noun) the head of the government in some countries —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"prestigious:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the respect and admiration that someone or something gets for being successful or important",
"source": "MW"
},
"prestigious": {
"def": "(noun) the respect and admiration that someone or something gets for being successful or important",
"source": "MW"
},
"presumably:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) very likely—used to say what you think is likely to happen or be true even though you are not sure",
"source": "MW"
},
"presumably": {
"def": "(adverb) very likely—used to say what you think is likely to happen or be true even though you are not sure",
"source": "MW"
},
"presume:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to think that (something) is true without knowing that it is true",
"source": "MW"
},
"presume": {
"def": "(verb) to think that (something) is true without knowing that it is true",
"source": "MW"
},
"prevail:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to defeat an opponent especially in a long or difficult contest —often + against or over —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"prevail": {
"def": "(verb) to defeat an opponent especially in a long or difficult contest —often + against or over —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"prevalence:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) accepted, done, or happening often or over a large area at a particular time : common or widespread",
"source": "MW"
},
"prevalence": {
"def": "(adjective) accepted, done, or happening often or over a large area at a particular time : common or widespread",
"source": "MW"
},
"prevention:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or practice of stopping something bad from happening : the act of preventing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"prevention": {
"def": "(noun) the act or practice of stopping something bad from happening : the act of preventing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"prey:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a bird that hunts and eats other animals",
"source": "MW"
},
"prey:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not hard to do : not difficult",
"source": "MW"
},
"prey:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to come or go down quickly from a high place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"prey": {
"def": "(noun) an animal that is hunted or killed by another animal for food",
"source": "MW"
},
"primarily:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to indicate the main purpose of something, reason for something, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"primarily": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to indicate the main purpose of something, reason for something, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"prior:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) existing earlier in time : previous",
"source": "MW"
},
"prior:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a monk who is the head of a religious house or order",
"source": "MW"
},
"prior": {
"def": "(adjective) existing earlier in time : previous",
"source": "MW"
},
"privatization:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to remove (something) from government control and place it in private control or ownership",
"source": "MW"
},
"privatization": {
"def": "(verb) to remove (something) from government control and place it in private control or ownership",
"source": "MW"
},
"privilege:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a right or benefit that is given to some people and not to others",
"source": "MW"
},
"privilege:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give an advantage that others do not have to (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"privilege": {
"def": "(noun) a right or benefit that is given to some people and not to others",
"source": "MW"
},
"probability:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the chance that something will happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"probability": {
"def": "(noun) the chance that something will happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"probable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) likely to happen or to be true but not certain",
"source": "MW"
},
"probable:noun": {
"def": "(noun) evidence that gives someone a reason to think that a crime has been or is being committed",
"source": "MW"
},
"probable": {
"def": "(adjective) likely to happen or to be true but not certain",
"source": "MW"
},
"probe:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to ask a lot of questions in order to find secret or hidden information about someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"probe:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a device that is used to obtain information from outer space and send it back to Earth",
"source": "MW"
},
"probe": {
"def": "(verb) to ask a lot of questions in order to find secret or hidden information about someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"problematic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) difficult to understand, solve, or fix",
"source": "MW"
},
"problematic": {
"def": "(adjective) difficult to understand, solve, or fix",
"source": "MW"
},
"proceed:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to continue to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"proceed": {
"def": "(verb) to continue to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"proceeding:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the process of appearing before a court of law so a decision can be made about an argument or claim : a legal action —usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"proceeding:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to continue to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"proceeding": {
"def": "(noun) the process of appearing before a court of law so a decision can be made about an argument or claim : a legal action —usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"proceeds:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the total amount of money or profit that is made",
"source": "MW"
},
"proceeds:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to continue to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"proceeds": {
"def": "(noun) the total amount of money or profit that is made",
"source": "MW"
},
"processing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to change (something) from one form into another by preparing, handling, or treating it in a special way",
"source": "MW"
},
"processing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a single thing, person, or group that is a part of something larger",
"source": "MW"
},
"processing": {
"def": "(verb) to change (something) from one form into another by preparing, handling, or treating it in a special way",
"source": "MW"
},
"processor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the process of putting information into a computer so that the computer can organize it, change its form, etc.—often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"processor": {
"def": "(noun) a machine, company, etc., that treats, prepares, or handles something",
"source": "MW"
},
"productive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) doing or achieving a lot : working hard and getting good results",
"source": "MW"
},
"productive": {
"def": "(adjective) doing or achieving a lot : working hard and getting good results",
"source": "MW"
},
"productivity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the rate at which goods are produced or work is completed",
"source": "MW"
},
"productivity": {
"def": "(noun) the rate at which goods are produced or work is completed",
"source": "MW"
},
"profitable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) making money",
"source": "MW"
},
"profitable": {
"def": "(adjective) making money",
"source": "MW"
},
"programming:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or job of creating computer programs",
"source": "MW"
},
"programming:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give (a computer) a set of instructions to perform a particular action : to create a program for (a computer) —often used as (be) programmed",
"source": "MW"
},
"programming": {
"def": "(noun) the act or job of creating computer programs",
"source": "MW"
},
"progressive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) moving forward",
"source": "MW"
},
"progressive:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a verb tense that is used to refer to an action or a state that is continuing to happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"progressive": {
"def": "(adjective) moving forward",
"source": "MW"
},
"prohibit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to order (someone) not to use or do something—+ from",
"source": "MW"
},
"prohibit": {
"def": "(verb) to order (someone) not to use or do something—+ from",
"source": "MW"
},
"projection:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an estimate of what might happen in the future based on what is happening now",
"source": "MW"
},
"projection:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the stars",
"source": "MW"
},
"projection": {
"def": "(noun) an estimate of what might happen in the future based on what is happening now",
"source": "MW"
},
"prominent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) important and well-known",
"source": "MW"
},
"prominent": {
"def": "(adjective) important and well-known",
"source": "MW"
},
"promising:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) likely to succeed or to be good : full of promise",
"source": "MW"
},
"promising:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to tell someone that you will definitely do something or that something will definitely happen in the future",
"source": "MW"
},
"promising": {
"def": "(adjective) likely to succeed or to be good : full of promise",
"source": "MW"
},
"promotion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of promoting someone or something: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"promotion:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"promotion": {
"def": "(noun) the act of promoting someone or something: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"prompt:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"prompt:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done or given without delay",
"source": "MW"
},
"prompt:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the lines of a play that are said to an actor who has forgotten them",
"source": "MW"
},
"prompt:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) exactly at the time stated",
"source": "MW"
},
"prompt": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"pronounced:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very noticeable",
"source": "MW"
},
"pronounced:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make the sound of (a word or letter) with your voice",
"source": "MW"
},
"pronounced:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of words that expresses a statement, question, command, or wish",
"source": "MW"
},
"pronounced": {
"def": "(adjective) very noticeable",
"source": "MW"
},
"propaganda:noun": {
"def": "(noun) ideas or statements that are often false or exaggerated and that are spread in order to help a cause, a political leader, a government, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"propaganda": {
"def": "(noun) ideas or statements that are often false or exaggerated and that are spread in order to help a cause, a political leader, a government, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"proportion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an amount that is a part of a whole —usually + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"proportion:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move with speed or force",
"source": "MW"
},
"proportion": {
"def": "(noun) an amount that is a part of a whole —usually + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"proposition:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a plan or offer) that is presented to a person or group of people to consider",
"source": "MW"
},
"proposition:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to offer to have sex with (someone) in a direct and often offensive way",
"source": "MW"
},
"proposition": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a plan or offer) that is presented to a person or group of people to consider",
"source": "MW"
},
"prosecute:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hold a trial against a person who is accused of a crime to see if that person is guilty",
"source": "MW"
},
"prosecute": {
"def": "(verb) to hold a trial against a person who is accused of a crime to see if that person is guilty",
"source": "MW"
},
"prosecution:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of holding a trial against a person who is accused of a crime to see if that person is guilty",
"source": "MW"
},
"prosecution": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of holding a trial against a person who is accused of a crime to see if that person is guilty",
"source": "MW"
},
"prosecutor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a lawyer who represents the side in a court case that accuses a person of a crime and who tries to prove that the person is guilty",
"source": "MW"
},
"prosecutor": {
"def": "(noun) a lawyer who represents the side in a court case that accuses a person of a crime and who tries to prove that the person is guilty",
"source": "MW"
},
"prospective:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) likely to be or become something specified in the future",
"source": "MW"
},
"prospective": {
"def": "(adjective) likely to be or become something specified in the future",
"source": "MW"
},
"prosperity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being successful usually by making a lot of money",
"source": "MW"
},
"prosperity": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being successful usually by making a lot of money",
"source": "MW"
},
"protective:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) used to protect someone or something : giving or meant to give protection",
"source": "MW"
},
"protective:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the legal right to take care of a child (such as a child whose parents are divorced)",
"source": "MW"
},
"protective:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"protective": {
"def": "(adjective) used to protect someone or something : giving or meant to give protection",
"source": "MW"
},
"protein:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a substance found in foods (such as meat, milk, eggs, and beans) that is an important part of the human diet",
"source": "MW"
},
"protein": {
"def": "(noun) a substance found in foods (such as meat, milk, eggs, and beans) that is an important part of the human diet",
"source": "MW"
},
"protester:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to show or express strong disagreement with or disapproval of something (US)",
"source": "MW"
},
"protester": {
"def": "(verb) to show or express strong disagreement with or disapproval of something (US)",
"source": "MW"
},
"protocol:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a system of rules that explain the correct conduct and procedures to be followed in formal situations",
"source": "MW"
},
"protocol": {
"def": "(noun) a system of rules that explain the correct conduct and procedures to be followed in formal situations",
"source": "MW"
},
"provincial:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or coming from a province",
"source": "MW"
},
"provincial:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who lives in or comes from a place that is far away from large cities—often used in a disapproving way to suggest that such a person has narrow or limited concerns or interests",
"source": "MW"
},
"provincial": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or coming from a province",
"source": "MW"
},
"provision:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of supplying or providing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"provision:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to supply (someone or something) with provisions and especially with food",
"source": "MW"
},
"provision": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of supplying or providing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"psychiatric:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a branch of medicine that deals with mental or emotional disorders",
"source": "MW"
},
"psychiatric": {
"def": "(noun) a branch of medicine that deals with mental or emotional disorders",
"source": "MW"
},
"psychological:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the mind : mental",
"source": "MW"
},
"psychological": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the mind : mental",
"source": "MW"
},
"publicity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a harsh, bright light —sometimes used figuratively to suggest the idea of a very bright light shining on someone who is being given a lot of public attention",
"source": "MW"
},
"publicity": {
"def": "(noun) something that attracts the attention of the public",
"source": "MW"
},
"publishing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the business of producing books, magazines, etc., to sell to the public",
"source": "MW"
},
"publishing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to prepare and produce (a book, magazine, etc.) for sale",
"source": "MW"
},
"publishing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of a size that is suitable to be used on a desk or table",
"source": "MW"
},
"publishing": {
"def": "(noun) the business of producing books, magazines, etc., to sell to the public",
"source": "MW"
},
"pulse:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the speed at which something happens over a particular period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"pulse:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move with strong, regular beats —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"pulse": {
"def": "(noun) the regular movement of blood through your body that is caused by the beating of your heart and that can be felt by touching certain parts of your body—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"pump:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is used to lift, carry, or support something: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"pump:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) ready to do something : prepare",
"source": "MW"
},
"pump:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) only important or interesting to people in a small area",
"source": "MW"
},
"pump": {
"def": "(noun) a device that forces liquid, air, or gas into or out of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"punch:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit (someone or something) hard with your fist",
"source": "MW"
},
"punch:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the words at the end of a joke or story that make it funny, surprising, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"punch:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) confused and unable to speak or move normally because of being punched many times in the head",
"source": "MW"
},
"punch": {
"def": "(verb) to hit (someone or something) hard with your fist",
"source": "MW"
},
"punk:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a rude and violent young man",
"source": "MW"
},
"punk": {
"def": "(noun) a rude and violent young man",
"source": "MW"
},
"purely:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) completely or only",
"source": "MW"
},
"purely": {
"def": "(adverb) completely or only",
"source": "MW"
},
"pursuit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of pursuing someone or something: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"pursuit:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a high temperature",
"source": "MW"
},
"pursuit": {
"def": "(noun) the act of pursuing someone or something: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"puzzle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a puzzle made of many small pieces that are cut into various shapes and can be fit together to form a picture —often used figuratively —called also (chiefly British) jigsaw",
"source": "MW"
},
"puzzle:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to confuse (someone) : to be difficult for (someone) to understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"puzzle": {
"def": "(noun) a question or problem that requires thought, skill, or cleverness to be answered or solved",
"source": "MW"
},
"query:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a question or a request for information about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"query:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to ask (someone) a question",
"source": "MW"
},
"query": {
"def": "(noun) a question or a request for information about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"questionnaire:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a written set of questions that are given to people in order to collect facts or opinions about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"questionnaire": {
"def": "(noun) a written set of questions that are given to people in order to collect facts or opinions about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"quota:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an official limit on the number or amount of people or things that are allowed",
"source": "MW"
},
"quota": {
"def": "(noun) an official limit on the number or amount of people or things that are allowed",
"source": "MW"
},
"racial:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or based on race",
"source": "MW"
},
"racial": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or based on race",
"source": "MW"
},
"racism:noun": {
"def": "(noun) poor treatment of or violence against people because of their race",
"source": "MW"
},
"racism": {
"def": "(noun) poor treatment of or violence against people because of their race",
"source": "MW"
},
"racist:noun": {
"def": "(noun) poor treatment of or violence against people because of their race",
"source": "MW"
},
"racist": {
"def": "(noun) poor treatment of or violence against people because of their race",
"source": "MW"
},
"radar:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a radar system that is used especially for predicting the weather",
"source": "MW"
},
"radar": {
"def": "(noun) a device that sends out radio waves for finding out the position and speed of a moving object (such as an airplane) —often used figuratively in informal U.S. English",
"source": "MW"
},
"radiation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) powerful invisible rays that are sent out from some radioactive substances —called also gamma radiation",
"source": "MW"
},
"radiation": {
"def": "(noun) a type of dangerous and powerful energy that is produced by radioactive substances and nuclear reactions",
"source": "MW"
},
"radical:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very new and different from what is traditional or ordinary",
"source": "MW"
},
"radical:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who favors extreme changes in government : a person who has radical political opinions",
"source": "MW"
},
"radical": {
"def": "(adjective) very new and different from what is traditional or ordinary",
"source": "MW"
},
"rage:noun": {
"def": "(noun) angry and aggressive behavior by a driver who is upset by how another person is driving",
"source": "MW"
},
"rage:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become unable to breathe usually because something gets stuck in your throat or because the air is not good for breathing",
"source": "MW"
},
"rage:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) white or glowing because of great heat",
"source": "MW"
},
"rage": {
"def": "(noun) a strong feeling of anger that is difficult to control",
"source": "MW"
},
"rail:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a bar on which a towel is hung in a bathroom —called also (US) towel bar, towel rail",
"source": "MW"
},
"rail:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to complain angrily about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"rail": {
"def": "(noun) a bar that goes from one post or support to another and that is used to form a barrier",
"source": "MW"
},
"rally:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an event before a school sports event that is meant to get students and fans excited and to encourage the team to win; also : a similar event in which speakers try to get a group of people excited and enthusiastic about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"rally:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to meet publicly to support or oppose something : to come together for a rally",
"source": "MW"
},
"rally": {
"def": "(noun) a public meeting to support or oppose someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"random:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) chosen, done, etc., without a particular plan or pattern",
"source": "MW"
},
"random:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small amount of something that gives you information about the thing it was taken from",
"source": "MW"
},
"random": {
"def": "(adjective) chosen, done, etc., without a particular plan or pattern",
"source": "MW"
},
"ranking:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having the highest rank : most important, powerful, or successful",
"source": "MW"
},
"ranking:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a list of people or things that are ordered according to their quality, ability, size, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"ranking:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to place (someone or something) in a particular position among a group of people or things that are being judged according to quality, ability, size, etc. —often used as (be) ranked",
"source": "MW"
},
"ranking": {
"def": "(adjective) having a high position or the highest position in a group or organization",
"source": "MW"
},
"rape:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to force (someone) to have sex with you by using violence or the threat of violence",
"source": "MW"
},
"rape:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the crime of having sex with someone who is younger than an age that is specified by law",
"source": "MW"
},
"rape": {
"def": "(verb) to force (someone) to have sex with you by using violence or the threat of violence",
"source": "MW"
},
"rat:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who collects or keeps things that are not needed",
"source": "MW"
},
"rat:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use your nose to sense smells",
"source": "MW"
},
"rat:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very drunk",
"source": "MW"
},
"rat": {
"def": "(noun) a small animal that has a pointed nose and a long, thin tail",
"source": "MW"
},
"rating:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the belief that something or someone is good or acceptable : a good opinion of someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"rating:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a judgment about the quality, ability, or value of (someone or something) —often used as (be) rated",
"source": "MW"
},
"rating": {
"def": "(noun) a measurement of how good, difficult, efficient, etc., something or someone is",
"source": "MW"
},
"ratio:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a number that compares the width and height of a movie or television picture",
"source": "MW"
},
"ratio": {
"def": "(noun) the relationship that exists between the size, number, or amount of two things and that is often represented by two numbers —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"rational:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) based on facts or reason and not on emotions or feelings",
"source": "MW"
},
"rational": {
"def": "(adjective) based on facts or reason and not on emotions or feelings",
"source": "MW"
},
"ray:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the sun's light or rays : warmth and light from the sun",
"source": "MW"
},
"ray:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to examine and make images of (things, such as the bones and organs inside the body) by using X-rays",
"source": "MW"
},
"ray": {
"def": "(noun) one of the lines of light that you can see coming from an object",
"source": "MW"
},
"readily:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) quickly and easily",
"source": "MW"
},
"readily": {
"def": "(adverb) quickly and easily",
"source": "MW"
},
"realization:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of achieving the full development of your abilities and talents",
"source": "MW"
},
"realization": {
"def": "(noun) the state of understanding or becoming aware of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"rear:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the body containing the brain, eyes, ears, nose, and mouth",
"source": "MW"
},
"rear:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) at or near the back of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"rear:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to come with (something or someone) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"rear": {
"def": "(noun) the part of something that is opposite to or away from the front part : the back part of something —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"reasonably:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to a fair or moderate degree : fairly",
"source": "MW"
},
"reasonably": {
"def": "(adverb) to a fair or moderate degree : fairly",
"source": "MW"
},
"reasoning:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long narrow mark on a surface",
"source": "MW"
},
"reasoning:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to think in a logical way",
"source": "MW"
},
"reasoning": {
"def": "(noun) the process of thinking about something in a logical way in order to form a conclusion or judgment",
"source": "MW"
},
"reassure:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) feel less afraid, upset, or doubtful",
"source": "MW"
},
"reassure": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) feel less afraid, upset, or doubtful",
"source": "MW"
},
"rebel:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who opposes or fights against a government —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"rebel:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to oppose or fight against a government",
"source": "MW"
},
"rebel": {
"def": "(noun) a person who opposes or fights against a government —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"rebellion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an effort by many people to change the government or leader of a country by the use of protest or violence",
"source": "MW"
},
"rebellion": {
"def": "(noun) an effort by many people to change the government or leader of a country by the use of protest or violence",
"source": "MW"
},
"rebuild:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to build (something) again after it has been damaged or destroyed",
"source": "MW"
},
"rebuild": {
"def": "(verb) to build (something) again after it has been damaged or destroyed",
"source": "MW"
},
"receiver:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a player on the offensive team who specializes in catching forward passes",
"source": "MW"
},
"receiver": {
"def": "(noun) the part of a telephone that you pick up and hold near your face when you are making or receiving a phone call",
"source": "MW"
},
"recession:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a period of time in which there is a decrease in economic activity and many people do not have jobs",
"source": "MW"
},
"recession": {
"def": "(noun) a period of time in which there is a decrease in economic activity and many people do not have jobs",
"source": "MW"
},
"recipient:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who receives something —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"recipient": {
"def": "(noun) a person who receives something —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"reckon:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to think or suppose (something) : to believe that (something) is true or possible",
"source": "MW"
},
"reckon": {
"def": "(verb) to think or suppose (something) : to believe that (something) is true or possible",
"source": "MW"
},
"recognition:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of accepting that something is true or important or that it exists",
"source": "MW"
},
"recognition:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) on or to the farther part or side of (something) : at a greater distance than (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"recognition": {
"def": "(noun) the act of accepting that something is true or important or that it exists",
"source": "MW"
},
"reconstruction:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of building something that was damaged or destroyed again",
"source": "MW"
},
"reconstruction": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of building something that was damaged or destroyed again",
"source": "MW"
},
"recount:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to count (something) again",
"source": "MW"
},
"recount:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a second count of the votes in a very close election",
"source": "MW"
},
"recount": {
"def": "(verb) to tell someone about (something that happened) : to describe or give an account of (an event)",
"source": "MW"
},
"recovery:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a hard flat surface for vehicles, people, and animals to travel on —often used in names",
"source": "MW"
},
"recovery:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to produce (a play, performance, etc.) on a stage",
"source": "MW"
},
"recovery": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of becoming healthy after an illness or injury : the act or process of recovering—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"recruitment:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to find suitable people and get them to join a company, an organization, the armed forces, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"recruitment": {
"def": "(verb) to find suitable people and get them to join a company, an organization, the armed forces, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"referee:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of mentioning something in speech or in writing : the act of referring to something or someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"referee:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to act as a referee in (a game or sport)",
"source": "MW"
},
"referee": {
"def": "(noun) a person who makes sure that players act according to the rules of a game or sport",
"source": "MW"
},
"referendum:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an event in which the people of a county, state, etc., vote for or against a law that deals with a specific issue : a public vote on a particular issue",
"source": "MW"
},
"referendum": {
"def": "(noun) an event in which the people of a county, state, etc., vote for or against a law that deals with a specific issue : a public vote on a particular issue",
"source": "MW"
},
"reflection:noun": {
"def": "(noun) careful thought about your own behavior and beliefs : self-examination",
"source": "MW"
},
"reflection": {
"def": "(noun) an image that is seen in a mirror or on a shiny surface",
"source": "MW"
},
"reform:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to form (something) again",
"source": "MW"
},
"reform:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place where young people who have committed crimes are sent to live and be taught to behave in ways that are socially acceptable",
"source": "MW"
},
"reform:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) accepting and following only some of the traditional beliefs and customs of Judaism",
"source": "MW"
},
"reform": {
"def": "(verb) to improve (someone or something) by removing or correcting faults, problems, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"refuge:noun": {
"def": "(noun) shelter or protection from danger or trouble —often + in or from —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"refuge": {
"def": "(noun) shelter or protection from danger or trouble —often + in or from —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"refugee:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who has been forced to leave a country because of war or for religious or political reasons",
"source": "MW"
},
"refugee": {
"def": "(noun) someone who has been forced to leave a country because of war or for religious or political reasons",
"source": "MW"
},
"refusal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act of saying or showing that you will not do, give, or accept something : an act of refusing —often + of —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"refusal": {
"def": "(noun) an act of saying or showing that you will not do, give, or accept something : an act of refusing —often + of —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"regain:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to get (something) again : to get back (something that you lost)",
"source": "MW"
},
"regain:prefix": {
"def": "(prefix) back to an original place, condition, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"regain": {
"def": "(verb) to get (something) again : to get back (something that you lost)",
"source": "MW"
},
"regardless:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in spite of difficulty, trouble, etc. : without being stopped by difficulty, trouble, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"regardless": {
"def": "(adverb) in spite of difficulty, trouble, etc. : without being stopped by difficulty, trouble, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"regime:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a doll that is moved by putting your hand inside it or by pulling strings or wires that are attached to it",
"source": "MW"
},
"regime": {
"def": "(noun) a form of government : a particular government",
"source": "MW"
},
"registration:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the numbers and letters on a vehicle's license plate —called also (British) registration number",
"source": "MW"
},
"registration": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of entering information about something in a book or system of public records —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"regulate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to set or adjust the amount, degree, or rate of (something) : control",
"source": "MW"
},
"regulate": {
"def": "(verb) to set or adjust the amount, degree, or rate of (something) : control",
"source": "MW"
},
"regulator:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a device for controlling the level or amount of something (such as speed or temperature)",
"source": "MW"
},
"regulator": {
"def": "(noun) a device for controlling the level or amount of something (such as speed or temperature)",
"source": "MW"
},
"regulatory:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) making or concerned with making official rules about what is acceptable in a particular business, activity, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"regulatory:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"regulatory": {
"def": "(adjective) making or concerned with making official rules about what is acceptable in a particular business, activity, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"rehabilitation:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to bring (someone or something) back to a normal, healthy condition after an illness, injury, drug problem, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"rehabilitation": {
"def": "(verb) to bring (someone or something) back to a normal, healthy condition after an illness, injury, drug problem, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"reign:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a period during which a person or group commits violent acts against many people and causes a lot of fear —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"reign:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to rule as a king, queen, emperor, etc. —often + over",
"source": "MW"
},
"reign": {
"def": "(noun) the period of time during which a king, queen, emperor, etc., is ruler of a country",
"source": "MW"
},
"reinforce:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to strengthen (a group of people) with new supplies or more people",
"source": "MW"
},
"reinforce": {
"def": "(verb) to strengthen (a group of people) with new supplies or more people",
"source": "MW"
},
"rejection:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to refuse to believe, accept, or consider (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"rejection": {
"def": "(verb) to refuse to believe, accept, or consider (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"relevance:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to a subject in an appropriate way —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"relevance": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to a subject in an appropriate way —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"reliability:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be trusted to do or provide what is needed : able to be relied on",
"source": "MW"
},
"reliability": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be trusted to do or provide what is needed : able to be relied on",
"source": "MW"
},
"relieve:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to reduce or remove (something, such as pain or an unpleasant feeling)",
"source": "MW"
},
"relieve": {
"def": "(verb) to reduce or remove (something, such as pain or an unpleasant feeling)",
"source": "MW"
},
"relieved:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling relaxed and happy because something difficult or unpleasant has been stopped, avoided, or made easier : feeling relief",
"source": "MW"
},
"relieved:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to reduce or remove (something, such as pain or an unpleasant feeling)",
"source": "MW"
},
"relieved": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling relaxed and happy because something difficult or unpleasant has been stopped, avoided, or made easier : feeling relief",
"source": "MW"
},
"reluctant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing doubt about doing something : not willing or eager to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"reluctant": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing doubt about doing something : not willing or eager to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"remainder:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part that is left when the other people or things are gone, used, etc. —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"remainder:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to sell (a book) at a reduced price because not many copies are being sold and no more copies will be produced",
"source": "MW"
},
"remainder": {
"def": "(noun) the part that is left when the other people or things are gone, used, etc. —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"remains:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that truly exists or happens : something that has actual existence —often used in the phrase the fact that",
"source": "MW"
},
"remains:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to notice or become aware of (someone or something) by using your eyes",
"source": "MW"
},
"remains:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or affecting people",
"source": "MW"
},
"remains": {
"def": "(noun) the dead body of a person or animal",
"source": "MW"
},
"remarkable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) unusual or surprising : likely to be noticed",
"source": "MW"
},
"remarkable:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to produce (a play, performance, etc.) on a stage",
"source": "MW"
},
"remarkable": {
"def": "(adjective) unusual or surprising : likely to be noticed",
"source": "MW"
},
"remarkably:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) unusual or surprising : likely to be noticed",
"source": "MW"
},
"remarkably": {
"def": "(adjective) unusual or surprising : likely to be noticed",
"source": "MW"
},
"remedy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a medicine or treatment that relieves pain or cures a usually minor illness",
"source": "MW"
},
"remedy:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to solve, correct, or improve (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"remedy": {
"def": "(noun) a medicine or treatment that relieves pain or cures a usually minor illness",
"source": "MW"
},
"reminder:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that causes you to remember or to think about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"reminder": {
"def": "(noun) something that causes you to remember or to think about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"removal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large vehicle in which furniture and other things are moved from one home or building to another —called also (British) removal van",
"source": "MW"
},
"removal": {
"def": "(noun) the act of moving or taking something away from a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"render:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone or something) to be in a specified condition",
"source": "MW"
},
"render": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone or something) to be in a specified condition",
"source": "MW"
},
"renew:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) new, fresh, or strong again",
"source": "MW"
},
"renew:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an agreement that you make with a company to get a publication or service regularly and that you usually pay for in advance",
"source": "MW"
},
"renew": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) new, fresh, or strong again",
"source": "MW"
},
"renowned:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) known and admired throughout the world : world-famous",
"source": "MW"
},
"renowned": {
"def": "(adjective) known and admired by many people for some special quality or achievement",
"source": "MW"
},
"rental:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the amount of money paid or collected as rent —usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"rental": {
"def": "(noun) the amount of money paid or collected as rent —usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"replacement:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the use of the hormone estrogen to treat symptoms of menopause",
"source": "MW"
},
"replacement": {
"def": "(noun) the act of replacing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"reportedly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) according to what has been said—used to indicate what has been said or reported",
"source": "MW"
},
"reportedly": {
"def": "(adverb) according to what has been said—used to indicate what has been said or reported",
"source": "MW"
},
"reporting:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or activity of telling people the news in a newspaper or on television or radio",
"source": "MW"
},
"reporting:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give information about (something) in a newspaper or on television or radio —often + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"reporting": {
"def": "(noun) the act or activity of telling people the news in a newspaper or on television or radio",
"source": "MW"
},
"representation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a system in which the number of seats held by members of a political party in a legislature (such as a parliament) is determined by the number of votes its candidates receive in an election",
"source": "MW"
},
"representation": {
"def": "(noun) a person or group that speaks or acts for or in support of another person or group",
"source": "MW"
},
"reproduce:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a copy of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"reproduce": {
"def": "(verb) to make a copy of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"reproduction:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the process that produces babies, young animals, or new plants",
"source": "MW"
},
"reproduction": {
"def": "(noun) the process that produces babies, young animals, or new plants",
"source": "MW"
},
"republic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small, weak country usually in a tropical area",
"source": "MW"
},
"republic": {
"def": "(noun) a country that is governed by elected representatives and by an elected leader (such as a president) rather than by a king or queen",
"source": "MW"
},
"resemble:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to look or be like (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"resemble": {
"def": "(verb) to look or be like (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"reside:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to live in a particular place",
"source": "MW"
},
"reside": {
"def": "(verb) to live in a particular place",
"source": "MW"
},
"residence:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a usually long, narrow passage inside a building with doors that lead to rooms on the sides",
"source": "MW"
},
"residence": {
"def": "(noun) the state of living in a particular place",
"source": "MW"
},
"residential:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) containing mostly homes instead of stores, businesses, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"residential": {
"def": "(adjective) containing mostly homes instead of stores, businesses, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"residue:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a usually small amount of something that remains after a process has been completed or a thing has been removed",
"source": "MW"
},
"residue": {
"def": "(noun) a usually small amount of something that remains after a process has been completed or a thing has been removed",
"source": "MW"
},
"resign:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give up (a job or position) in a formal or official way",
"source": "MW"
},
"resign": {
"def": "(verb) to give up (a job or position) in a formal or official way",
"source": "MW"
},
"resignation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act of giving up a job or position in a formal or official way",
"source": "MW"
},
"resignation": {
"def": "(noun) an act of giving up a job or position in a formal or official way",
"source": "MW"
},
"resistance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a track that is made by people or animals walking over the ground",
"source": "MW"
},
"resistance:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give someone the opportunity to accept or take (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"resistance:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) smallest in amount or degree",
"source": "MW"
},
"resistance": {
"def": "(noun) refusal to accept something new or different —often + from —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"resolution:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of finding an answer or solution to a conflict, problem, etc. : the act of resolving something",
"source": "MW"
},
"resolution": {
"def": "(noun) the act of finding an answer or solution to a conflict, problem, etc. : the act of resolving something",
"source": "MW"
},
"respective:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) belonging or relating to each one of the people or things that have been mentioned",
"source": "MW"
},
"respective": {
"def": "(adjective) belonging or relating to each one of the people or things that have been mentioned",
"source": "MW"
},
"respectively:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) belonging or relating to each one of the people or things that have been mentioned",
"source": "MW"
},
"respectively": {
"def": "(adjective) belonging or relating to each one of the people or things that have been mentioned",
"source": "MW"
},
"restoration:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of returning something to its original condition by repairing it, cleaning it, etc. —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"restoration": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of returning something to its original condition by repairing it, cleaning it, etc. —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"restore:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give back (someone or something that was lost or taken) : to return (someone or something)—often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"restore:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a quiet and peaceful state or condition",
"source": "MW"
},
"restore": {
"def": "(verb) to give back (someone or something that was lost or taken) : to return (someone or something)—often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"restraint:noun": {
"def": "(noun) control over your own actions or feelings that keeps you from doing things you want to do but should not do",
"source": "MW"
},
"restraint:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"restraint": {
"def": "(noun) a way of limiting, controlling, or stopping something—usually plural—often + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"restrict:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to limit the amount or range of (something) —often used as (be) restricted",
"source": "MW"
},
"restrict": {
"def": "(verb) to limit the amount or range of (something) —often used as (be) restricted",
"source": "MW"
},
"restriction:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a law or rule that limits or controls something",
"source": "MW"
},
"restriction": {
"def": "(noun) a law or rule that limits or controls something",
"source": "MW"
},
"resume:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to begin again after stopping",
"source": "MW"
},
"resume:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a short document describing your education, work history, etc., that you give an employer when you are applying for a job —called also (chiefly British) curriculum vitae",
"source": "MW"
},
"resume": {
"def": "(verb) to begin again after stopping",
"source": "MW"
},
"retail:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large shopping area that contains many different kinds of stores",
"source": "MW"
},
"retail:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to the business of selling things directly to customers for their own use",
"source": "MW"
},
"retail:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a store that sells things directly to customers for their own use : from a retailer",
"source": "MW"
},
"retail:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to sell (something) to customers for their own use",
"source": "MW"
},
"retail": {
"def": "(noun) the business of selling things directly to customers for their own use",
"source": "MW"
},
"retirement:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a system for saving money for use during your retirement",
"source": "MW"
},
"retirement:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or designed for people who are retired",
"source": "MW"
},
"retirement": {
"def": "(noun) the act of ending your working or professional career : the act of retiring",
"source": "MW"
},
"revelation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a usually secret or surprising fact that is made known",
"source": "MW"
},
"revelation": {
"def": "(noun) a usually secret or surprising fact that is made known",
"source": "MW"
},
"revenge:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of doing something to hurt someone because that person did something that hurt you",
"source": "MW"
},
"revenge:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something very harmful or damaging) —usually + on or upon",
"source": "MW"
},
"revenge": {
"def": "(noun) the act of doing something to hurt someone because that person did something that hurt you",
"source": "MW"
},
"revenue:noun": {
"def": "(noun) money that is made by or paid to a business or an organization",
"source": "MW"
},
"revenue": {
"def": "(noun) money that is made by or paid to a business or an organization",
"source": "MW"
},
"reverse:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to study the parts of (something) to see how it was made and how it works so that you can make something that is like it",
"source": "MW"
},
"reverse:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an amount of electricity",
"source": "MW"
},
"reverse:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) opposite to what is usual or stated",
"source": "MW"
},
"reverse": {
"def": "(verb) to change (something) to an opposite state or condition",
"source": "MW"
},
"revision:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a change or a set of changes that corrects or improves something",
"source": "MW"
},
"revision": {
"def": "(noun) a change or a set of changes that corrects or improves something",
"source": "MW"
},
"revival:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a meeting or series of meetings led by a preacher to make people interested in a Christian religion —called also (US) revival",
"source": "MW"
},
"revival": {
"def": "(noun) a period in which something becomes popular again after a long period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"revive:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone or something) strong, healthy, or active again",
"source": "MW"
},
"revive": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone or something) strong, healthy, or active again",
"source": "MW"
},
"revolutionary:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to, involving, or supporting a political revolution",
"source": "MW"
},
"revolutionary:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who leads, joins, or wants a revolution",
"source": "MW"
},
"revolutionary": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to, involving, or supporting a political revolution",
"source": "MW"
},
"rhetoric:noun": {
"def": "(noun) language that is intended to influence people and that may not be honest or reasonable",
"source": "MW"
},
"rhetoric": {
"def": "(noun) language that is intended to influence people and that may not be honest or reasonable",
"source": "MW"
},
"ridiculous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very beautiful or good : causing strong feelings of admiration or wonder",
"source": "MW"
},
"ridiculous": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely silly or unreasonable",
"source": "MW"
},
"rifle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a gun that can shoot many bullets quickly and that is designed for use by the military —called also assault weapon",
"source": "MW"
},
"rifle:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to throw or hit (a ball) with a lot of speed and force",
"source": "MW"
},
"rifle": {
"def": "(noun) a gun that has a long barrel and that is held against your shoulder when you shoot it",
"source": "MW"
},
"riot:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a violent fight between people of different races : a riot that is caused by racial anger, hatred, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"riot:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move with your legs at a speed that is faster than walking —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"riot": {
"def": "(noun) a situation in which a large group of people behave in a violent and uncontrolled way",
"source": "MW"
},
"rip:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to allow or permit (someone or something) to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"rip:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is too expensive : something that is not worth its price",
"source": "MW"
},
"rip:abbreviation": {
"def": "(abbreviation) rest in peace",
"source": "MW"
},
"rip:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very loud, lively, and exciting",
"source": "MW"
},
"rip": {
"def": "(verb) to tear, split, or open (something) quickly or violently",
"source": "MW"
},
"risky:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) involving the possibility of something bad or unpleasant happening : involving risk",
"source": "MW"
},
"risky": {
"def": "(adjective) involving the possibility of something bad or unpleasant happening : involving risk",
"source": "MW"
},
"rival:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person or thing that tries to defeat or be more successful than another —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"rival:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be as good or almost as good as (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"rival:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) certain to die",
"source": "MW"
},
"rival": {
"def": "(noun) a person or thing that tries to defeat or be more successful than another —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"rob:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take money or property from (a person or a place) illegally and sometimes by using force, violence, or threats —often + of —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"rob:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) without seeing outside of an airplane : using only a plane's instruments",
"source": "MW"
},
"rob:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a bed for a baby that is usually designed to rock back and forth when pushed gently —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"rob": {
"def": "(verb) to take money or property from (a person or a place) illegally and sometimes by using force, violence, or threats —often + of —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"robbery:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the practice of charging a price that is very high and usually unfair for something",
"source": "MW"
},
"robbery:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) involving the use of weapons",
"source": "MW"
},
"robbery": {
"def": "(noun) the crime of stealing money or property : the crime of robbing a person or place",
"source": "MW"
},
"robust:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) strong and healthy",
"source": "MW"
},
"robust": {
"def": "(adjective) strong and healthy",
"source": "MW"
},
"rocket:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a spaceship that is powered by rockets",
"source": "MW"
},
"rocket:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to increase quickly and suddenly —often + up",
"source": "MW"
},
"rocket": {
"def": "(noun) a type of very powerful engine that is powered by gases that are released from burning fuel —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"romance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a language (such as French, Italian, or Spanish) that developed from Latin",
"source": "MW"
},
"romance:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have or try to have a romantic relationship with (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"romance": {
"def": "(noun) an exciting and usually short relationship between lovers",
"source": "MW"
},
"rookie:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a first-year player in a professional sport —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"rookie": {
"def": "(noun) a first-year player in a professional sport —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"rose:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a piece of food) that is used to attract fish or animals so they can be caught —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"rose:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move upward —often + up —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"rose:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) rose-colored",
"source": "MW"
},
"rose": {
"def": "(noun) a flower with a sweet smell that is usually white, yellow, red, or pink and that grows on a bush which has thorns on the stems",
"source": "MW"
},
"roster:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a list of the people or things that belong to a particular group, team, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"roster:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to include (someone) on a roster of people who will be doing work",
"source": "MW"
},
"roster": {
"def": "(noun) a list of the people or things that belong to a particular group, team, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"rotate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or turn in a circle",
"source": "MW"
},
"rotate": {
"def": "(verb) to move or turn in a circle",
"source": "MW"
},
"rotation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of moving or turning around a central point",
"source": "MW"
},
"rotation": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of moving or turning around a central point",
"source": "MW"
},
"ruin:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to damage (something) so badly that it is no longer useful, valuable, enjoyable, etc. : to spoil or destroy (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"ruin:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being destroyed or ruined",
"source": "MW"
},
"ruin": {
"def": "(verb) to damage (something) so badly that it is no longer useful, valuable, enjoyable, etc. : to spoil or destroy (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"ruling:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an official decision made by a judge, referee, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"ruling:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) self-governing",
"source": "MW"
},
"ruling:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have control and power over a country, area, group, etc. —sometimes used figuratively —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"ruling": {
"def": "(noun) an official decision made by a judge, referee, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"rumor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) information or a story that is passed from person to person but has not been proven to be true",
"source": "MW"
},
"rumor:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to own, use, or hold (something) —also used for things that cannot be seen or touched —also have got",
"source": "MW"
},
"rumor": {
"def": "(noun) information or a story that is passed from person to person but has not been proven to be true",
"source": "MW"
},
"saint:noun": {
"def": "(noun) valentine's day",
"source": "MW"
},
"saint": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is officially recognized by the Christian church as being very holy because of the way he or she lived —used as a title before a saint's name —abbr. St.",
"source": "MW"
},
"sake:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the quality of being easy to understand or use",
"source": "MW"
},
"sake:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having lived for many years : not young",
"source": "MW"
},
"sake": {
"def": "(noun) the benefit of someone or something—used in phrases with for to say that something is done to help a particular person or thing —used in phrases with for to say that something is done for a particular purpose or to achieve a particular goal or result",
"source": "MW"
},
"sanction:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an action that is taken or an order that is given to force a country to obey international laws by limiting or stopping trade with that country, by not allowing economic aid for that country, etc.—usually plural —often + against",
"source": "MW"
},
"sanction:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to officially accept or allow (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"sanction": {
"def": "(noun) an action that is taken or an order that is given to force a country to obey international laws by limiting or stopping trade with that country, by not allowing economic aid for that country, etc.—usually plural —often + against",
"source": "MW"
},
"satisfaction:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of being very pleased or satisfied with yourself and what you have done",
"source": "MW"
},
"satisfaction": {
"def": "(noun) a happy or pleased feeling because of something that you did or something that happened to you",
"source": "MW"
},
"scandal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an occurrence in which people are shocked and upset because of behavior that is morally or legally wrong",
"source": "MW"
},
"scandal": {
"def": "(noun) an occurrence in which people are shocked and upset because of behavior that is morally or legally wrong",
"source": "MW"
},
"scare:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to become afraid : frighten",
"source": "MW"
},
"scare:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to grow, change, etc., that separates plants and animals from things like water or rocks",
"source": "MW"
},
"scare": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to become afraid : frighten",
"source": "MW"
},
"scattered:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) placed or found far apart",
"source": "MW"
},
"scattered:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (things or people) to separate and go in different directions",
"source": "MW"
},
"scattered": {
"def": "(adjective) placed or found far apart",
"source": "MW"
},
"scenario:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the day the world ends or is destroyed",
"source": "MW"
},
"scenario": {
"def": "(noun) a description of what could possibly happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"scholar:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who has studied a subject for a long time and knows a lot about it : an intelligent and well-educated person who knows a particular subject very well",
"source": "MW"
},
"scholar": {
"def": "(noun) a person who has studied a subject for a long time and knows a lot about it : an intelligent and well-educated person who knows a particular subject very well",
"source": "MW"
},
"scholarship:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the highest of three tests in a particular subject that students in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland take usually at the age of 18 —called also Scholarship level",
"source": "MW"
},
"scholarship": {
"def": "(noun) an amount of money that is given by a school, an organization, etc., to a student to help pay for the student's education",
"source": "MW"
},
"scope:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an instrument (such as a telescope or microscope) that is used to look at things",
"source": "MW"
},
"scope": {
"def": "(noun) the area that is included in or dealt with by something",
"source": "MW"
},
"scratch:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to rub your skin with something sharp (such as your fingernails) especially in order to stop an itch —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"scratch:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a way of earning money : the money that someone needs to pay for housing, food, etc.—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"scratch:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having no handicap",
"source": "MW"
},
"scratch": {
"def": "(verb) to rub your skin with something sharp (such as your fingernails) especially in order to stop an itch —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"screening:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a method of printing in which ink or paint is forced through a stretched piece of silk cloth —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"screening:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to examine (people or things) in order to decide if they are suitable for a particular purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"screening": {
"def": "(noun) the act of screening people or things: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"screw:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of screw that has a slot in its top that looks like a cross —called also Phillips-head screw",
"source": "MW"
},
"screw:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to attach (something) with a screw",
"source": "MW"
},
"screw:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not tightly fastened, attached, or held",
"source": "MW"
},
"screw": {
"def": "(noun) a narrow, pointed metal cylinder that has a wide flat or rounded top and a ridge (called a thread) that goes around it in a spiral",
"source": "MW"
},
"scrutiny:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of carefully examining something especially in a critical way : the act of scrutinizing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"scrutiny": {
"def": "(noun) the act of carefully examining something especially in a critical way : the act of scrutinizing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"secondly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to introduce a statement that is the second statement in a series",
"source": "MW"
},
"secondly": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to introduce a statement that is the second statement in a series",
"source": "MW"
},
"secular:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not spiritual : of or relating to the physical world and not the spiritual world",
"source": "MW"
},
"secular:noun": {
"def": "(noun) humanism; especially : humanism viewed as a system of values and beliefs that are opposed to the values and beliefs of traditional religions",
"source": "MW"
},
"secular": {
"def": "(adjective) not spiritual : of or relating to the physical world and not the spiritual world",
"source": "MW"
},
"seeker:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to search for (someone or something) : to try to find (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"seeker:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) concerned only about getting what you want or need and not caring about what happens to other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"seeker": {
"def": "(verb) to search for (someone or something) : to try to find (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"seemingly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) appearing to be true but not being true or certain : apparent",
"source": "MW"
},
"seemingly": {
"def": "(adjective) appearing to be true but not being true or certain : apparent",
"source": "MW"
},
"segment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of the parts into which something can be divided : section —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"segment:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to divide (something) into parts",
"source": "MW"
},
"segment": {
"def": "(noun) one of the parts into which something can be divided : section —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"seldom:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at any time",
"source": "MW"
},
"seldom": {
"def": "(adverb) not often : almost never",
"source": "MW"
},
"selective:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) careful to choose only the best people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"selective:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the power or process of remembering what has been learned",
"source": "MW"
},
"selective": {
"def": "(adjective) careful to choose only the best people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"seminar:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a meeting in which you receive information on and training in a particular subject",
"source": "MW"
},
"seminar": {
"def": "(noun) a meeting in which you receive information on and training in a particular subject",
"source": "MW"
},
"sensation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a particular feeling or effect that your body experiences",
"source": "MW"
},
"sensation": {
"def": "(noun) a particular feeling or effect that your body experiences",
"source": "MW"
},
"sensitivity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the tendency to become upset about things that are done to you, are said about you, or relate to you —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"sensitivity": {
"def": "(noun) the tendency to become upset about things that are done to you, are said about you, or relate to you —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"sentiment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an attitude or opinion",
"source": "MW"
},
"sentiment": {
"def": "(noun) an attitude or opinion",
"source": "MW"
},
"separation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of strong fear and anxiety that is experienced by a young child when the child is separated from a parent",
"source": "MW"
},
"separation": {
"def": "(noun) the act of separating people or things or the state of being separated",
"source": "MW"
},
"serial:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) arranged or happening in a series",
"source": "MW"
},
"serial:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a number that is put on a product and that is used to identify it",
"source": "MW"
},
"serial": {
"def": "(adjective) arranged or happening in a series",
"source": "MW"
},
"settler:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who goes to live in a new place where usually there are few or no people",
"source": "MW"
},
"settler": {
"def": "(noun) a person who goes to live in a new place where usually there are few or no people",
"source": "MW"
},
"setup:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a building or room where goods and services are sold",
"source": "MW"
},
"setup:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) in a place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"setup": {
"def": "(noun) the process of making something (such as a machine or computer program) ready to be used —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"severely:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very bad, serious, or unpleasant",
"source": "MW"
},
"severely": {
"def": "(adjective) very bad, serious, or unpleasant",
"source": "MW"
},
"sexuality:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the sexual habits and desires of a person",
"source": "MW"
},
"sexuality": {
"def": "(noun) the sexual habits and desires of a person",
"source": "MW"
},
"sexy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) sexually appealing, attractive, or exciting",
"source": "MW"
},
"sexy": {
"def": "(adjective) sexually appealing, attractive, or exciting",
"source": "MW"
},
"shaped:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) shaped like a pear",
"source": "MW"
},
"shaped:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give a particular form or shape to (something) : to work with (a material) in order to make something from it —often + into",
"source": "MW"
},
"shaped:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the form or outline of an object",
"source": "MW"
},
"shaped": {
"def": "(adjective) having a particular shape or form —often used in combination",
"source": "MW"
},
"shareholder:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who owns shares in a company or business : stockholder",
"source": "MW"
},
"shareholder": {
"def": "(noun) someone who owns shares in a company or business : stockholder",
"source": "MW"
},
"shed:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to get rid of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"shed:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a drop of liquid that comes from your eyes especially when you cry : teardrop",
"source": "MW"
},
"shed": {
"def": "(verb) to get rid of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"shipping:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or business of sending goods to people, stores, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"shipping:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to send (something) to a customer",
"source": "MW"
},
"shipping": {
"def": "(noun) the act or business of sending goods to people, stores, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"shocking:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very surprising and upsetting or causing a sudden feeling of horror or disgust",
"source": "MW"
},
"shocking:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to surprise and usually upset (someone) —often used as (be) shocked —often + at or by —often + into",
"source": "MW"
},
"shocking:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very bright pink color",
"source": "MW"
},
"shocking": {
"def": "(adjective) very surprising and upsetting or causing a sudden feeling of horror or disgust",
"source": "MW"
},
"short-term:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) lasting for, relating to, or involving a short period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"short-term": {
"def": "(adjective) lasting for, relating to, or involving a short period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"shortage:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a state in which there is not enough of something that is needed —often + of (chiefly Brit)",
"source": "MW"
},
"shortage": {
"def": "(noun) a state in which there is not enough of something that is needed —often + of (chiefly Brit)",
"source": "MW"
},
"shortly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in or within a short time : soon",
"source": "MW"
},
"shortly": {
"def": "(adverb) in or within a short time : soon",
"source": "MW"
},
"shrink:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become smaller in amount, size, or value",
"source": "MW"
},
"shrink:noun": {
"def": "(noun) tough, clear, thin plastic that is placed around a product (such as a book or a package of food) and shrunk in order to wrap it tightly",
"source": "MW"
},
"shrink": {
"def": "(verb) to become smaller in amount, size, or value",
"source": "MW"
},
"sibling:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a state or situation in which people or groups are competing with each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"sibling": {
"def": "(noun) a brother or sister",
"source": "MW"
},
"sidewalk:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small restaurant where you can get simple meals and drinks (such as coffee)",
"source": "MW"
},
"sidewalk": {
"def": "(noun) a usually concrete path along the side of a street for people to walk on —called also (British) pavement",
"source": "MW"
},
"sigh:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move air into and out of your lungs : to inhale and exhale",
"source": "MW"
},
"sigh:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that is very complete, extreme, strongly felt, etc. : in a deep way",
"source": "MW"
},
"sigh:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a pleasant and relaxed feeling that someone has when something unpleasant stops or does not happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"sigh": {
"def": "(verb) to take in and let out a long, loud breath in a way that shows you are bored, disappointed, relieved, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"signature:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a number that is written at the beginning of a piece of music and that shows the number and length of the beats in each measure",
"source": "MW"
},
"signature:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) closely associated with someone or something : making a person or thing easy to recognize",
"source": "MW"
},
"signature": {
"def": "(noun) a person's name written in that person's handwriting",
"source": "MW"
},
"significance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the quality of being important : the quality of having notable worth or influence",
"source": "MW"
},
"significance": {
"def": "(noun) the quality of being important : the quality of having notable worth or influence",
"source": "MW"
},
"simulate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to look, feel, or behave like (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"simulate": {
"def": "(verb) to look, feel, or behave like (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"simulation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is made to look, feel, or behave like something else especially so that it can be studied or used to train people —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"simulation": {
"def": "(noun) something that is made to look, feel, or behave like something else especially so that it can be studied or used to train people —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"simultaneously:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening at the same time —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"simultaneously": {
"def": "(adjective) happening at the same time —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"sin:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sin (such as stealing something small) that is not very serious and will not result in punishment that lasts forever",
"source": "MW"
},
"sin:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be alive",
"source": "MW"
},
"sin:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) responsible for committing a crime or doing something bad or wrong —often + of —sometimes used informally in a joking way",
"source": "MW"
},
"sin": {
"def": "(noun) an action that is considered to be wrong according to religious or moral law",
"source": "MW"
},
"situated:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) located in a particular place",
"source": "MW"
},
"situated:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to place (someone or something) in a particular location —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"situated": {
"def": "(adjective) located in a particular place",
"source": "MW"
},
"skeptical:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or expressing doubt about something (such as a claim or statement)",
"source": "MW"
},
"skeptical:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the body that you see with",
"source": "MW"
},
"skeptical": {
"def": "(adjective) having or expressing doubt about something (such as a claim or statement)",
"source": "MW"
},
"sketch:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an object that is thin, flat, and usually soft",
"source": "MW"
},
"sketch:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a quick, rough drawing of (something) —often + out",
"source": "MW"
},
"sketch:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very short or brief",
"source": "MW"
},
"sketch": {
"def": "(noun) a quick, rough drawing that shows the main features of an object or scene",
"source": "MW"
},
"skilled:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having the training, knowledge, and experience that is needed to do something : having a lot of skill",
"source": "MW"
},
"skilled": {
"def": "(adjective) having the training, knowledge, and experience that is needed to do something : having a lot of skill",
"source": "MW"
},
"skull:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a picture of a human skull above two crossed bones that was used on the flags of pirate ships in the past and is now used as a warning label on containers of poisonous or dangerous substances",
"source": "MW"
},
"skull": {
"def": "(noun) the structure of bones that form the head and face of a person or animal",
"source": "MW"
},
"slap:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit (someone or something) with the front or back of your open hand",
"source": "MW"
},
"slap:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of your body where your hand joins your arm",
"source": "MW"
},
"slap:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) exactly or directly",
"source": "MW"
},
"slap:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) excellent and very large",
"source": "MW"
},
"slap": {
"def": "(verb) to hit (someone or something) with the front or back of your open hand",
"source": "MW"
},
"slavery:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being a slave",
"source": "MW"
},
"slavery": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being a slave",
"source": "MW"
},
"slogan:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a word or phrase that is easy to remember and is used by a group or business to attract attention",
"source": "MW"
},
"slogan": {
"def": "(noun) a word or phrase that is easy to remember and is used by a group or business to attract attention",
"source": "MW"
},
"slot:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a machine that you put money into in order to buy food, drinks, cigarettes, etc. —called also (British) slot machine",
"source": "MW"
},
"slot:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) into a space which is made for it",
"source": "MW"
},
"slot": {
"def": "(noun) a long, thin opening",
"source": "MW"
},
"so-called:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to indicate the name that is commonly or usually used for something",
"source": "MW"
},
"so-called": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to indicate the name that is commonly or usually used for something",
"source": "MW"
},
"soak:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) in a liquid for a period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"soak:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of the lines of light that you can see coming from an object",
"source": "MW"
},
"soak": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) in a liquid for a period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"socialist:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who believes in socialism",
"source": "MW"
},
"socialist": {
"def": "(noun) a person who believes in socialism",
"source": "MW"
},
"sole:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) only or single",
"source": "MW"
},
"sole:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of ocean fish that is eaten as food",
"source": "MW"
},
"sole:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put a new sole on (a shoe, boot, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"sole": {
"def": "(adjective) only or single",
"source": "MW"
},
"solidarity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of unity between people who have the same interests, goals, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"solidarity": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of unity between people who have the same interests, goals, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"solo:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of music that is performed by one singer or musician",
"source": "MW"
},
"solo:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done without another person",
"source": "MW"
},
"solo:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to perform a piece of music without another singer or musician",
"source": "MW"
},
"solo": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of music that is performed by one singer or musician",
"source": "MW"
},
"sophisticated:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing a lot of experience and knowledge about the world and about culture, art, literature, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"sophisticated": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing a lot of experience and knowledge about the world and about culture, art, literature, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"sophomore:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a student in the second year of high school or college —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"sophomore": {
"def": "(noun) a student in the second year of high school or college —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"spam:noun": {
"def": "(noun) e-mail that is not wanted : e-mail that is sent to large numbers of people and that consists mostly of advertising",
"source": "MW"
},
"spam:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to send unwanted e-mail to (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"spam:trademark": {
"def": "(trademark) —used for a type of meat that is sold in cans",
"source": "MW"
},
"spam": {
"def": "(noun) e-mail that is not wanted : e-mail that is sent to large numbers of people and that consists mostly of advertising",
"source": "MW"
},
"spare:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) kept as something extra that can be used if it is needed",
"source": "MW"
},
"spare:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to choose not to punish or harm (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"spare:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the thing that is measured as seconds, minutes, hours, days, years, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"spare": {
"def": "(adjective) kept as something extra that can be used if it is needed",
"source": "MW"
},
"specialize:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to limit your business or area of study to one specific subject —usually + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"specialize": {
"def": "(verb) to limit your business or area of study to one specific subject —usually + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"specialized:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made or used for one particular purpose, job, place, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"specialized:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to limit your business or area of study to one specific subject —usually + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"specialized": {
"def": "(adjective) made or used for one particular purpose, job, place, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"specification:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a detailed description of work to be done or materials to be used in a project : an instruction that says exactly how to do or make something—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"specification": {
"def": "(noun) a detailed description of work to be done or materials to be used in a project : an instruction that says exactly how to do or make something—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"specify:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to name or mention (someone or something) exactly and clearly : to be specific about (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"specify": {
"def": "(verb) to name or mention (someone or something) exactly and clearly : to be specific about (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"specimen:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as an animal or plant) collected as an example of a particular kind of thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"specimen:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) most important : primary",
"source": "MW"
},
"specimen": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as an animal or plant) collected as an example of a particular kind of thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"spectacle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very impressive show",
"source": "MW"
},
"spectacle": {
"def": "(noun) a very impressive show",
"source": "MW"
},
"spectacular:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing wonder and admiration : very impressive",
"source": "MW"
},
"spectacular": {
"def": "(adjective) causing wonder and admiration : very impressive",
"source": "MW"
},
"spectator:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sport (such as football, baseball, ice hockey, etc.) that many people watch",
"source": "MW"
},
"spectator": {
"def": "(noun) a person who watches an event, show, game, activity, etc., often as part of an audience",
"source": "MW"
},
"spectrum:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the group of colors that a ray of light can be separated into including red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet : the colors that can be seen in a rainbow",
"source": "MW"
},
"spectrum:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) located at the other end, side, or corner of something : located across from something",
"source": "MW"
},
"spectrum": {
"def": "(noun) the group of colors that a ray of light can be separated into including red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet : the colors that can be seen in a rainbow",
"source": "MW"
},
"speculate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to think about something and make guesses about it : to form ideas or theories about something usually when there are many things not known about it —+ that",
"source": "MW"
},
"speculate": {
"def": "(verb) to think about something and make guesses about it : to form ideas or theories about something usually when there are many things not known about it —+ that",
"source": "MW"
},
"spell:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use a computer program (called a spell-checker) to find and correct spelling errors in (something you have written)",
"source": "MW"
},
"spell:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a flood, tornado, fire, plane crash, etc.) that happens suddenly and causes much suffering or loss to many people",
"source": "MW"
},
"spell:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling that you are turning around in circles and are going to fall even though you are standing still",
"source": "MW"
},
"spell": {
"def": "(verb) to say, write, or print the letters of (a word or name) —sometimes + out",
"source": "MW"
},
"sphere:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a round object : globe",
"source": "MW"
},
"sphere": {
"def": "(noun) a round object : globe",
"source": "MW"
},
"spice:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a number or collection of different things or people—usually + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"spice:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to flavor (food) with spices",
"source": "MW"
},
"spice": {
"def": "(noun) a substance (such as pepper or nutmeg) that is used in cooking to add flavor to food and that comes from a dried plant and is usually a powder or seed —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"spill:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause or allow (something) to fall, flow, or run over the edge of a container usually in an accidental way —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"spill:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the internal organs of an animal",
"source": "MW"
},
"spill": {
"def": "(verb) to cause or allow (something) to fall, flow, or run over the edge of a container usually in an accidental way —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"spine:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small shaking movement caused by cold or strong emotion",
"source": "MW"
},
"spine:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very exciting, thrilling, or frightening",
"source": "MW"
},
"spine:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (a letter, an e-mail, a package, etc.) to go or to be carried from one place or person to another",
"source": "MW"
},
"spine": {
"def": "(noun) the row of connected bones down the middle of the back : backbone",
"source": "MW"
},
"spite:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the face or head through which a person or animal smells and breathes",
"source": "MW"
},
"spite:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use a sharp tool (such as a knife) to open or divide (something, such as paper or wood) —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"spite": {
"def": "(noun) a desire to harm, anger, or defeat another person especially because you feel that you have been treated wrongly in some way",
"source": "MW"
},
"spoil:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have a bad effect on (something) : to damage or ruin (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"spoil:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something stolen or taken by thieves, soldiers, etc.—usually plural—usually used with the",
"source": "MW"
},
"spoil": {
"def": "(verb) to have a bad effect on (something) : to damage or ruin (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"spokesman:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who speaks for or represents a person, company, etc. —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"spokesman": {
"def": "(noun) someone who speaks for or represents a person, company, etc. —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"spokesperson:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a man or woman who speaks for or represents someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"spokesperson": {
"def": "(noun) a man or woman who speaks for or represents someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"spokeswoman:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a woman who speaks for or represents someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"spokeswoman": {
"def": "(noun) a woman who speaks for or represents someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"sponsorship:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an arrangement in which a sponsor agrees to give money to someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"sponsorship": {
"def": "(noun) an arrangement in which a sponsor agrees to give money to someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"spotlight:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a device that directs a narrow, bright beam of light on a small area",
"source": "MW"
},
"spotlight:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to shine a spotlight on (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"spotlight": {
"def": "(noun) a device that directs a narrow, bright beam of light on a small area",
"source": "MW"
},
"spouse:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who is married : a husband or wife",
"source": "MW"
},
"spouse": {
"def": "(noun) someone who is married : a husband or wife",
"source": "MW"
},
"spy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who tries secretly to get information about a country or organization for another country or organization —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"spy:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to try secretly to get information about a country, organization, etc. : to act as a spy —often + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"spy": {
"def": "(noun) a person who tries secretly to get information about a country or organization for another country or organization —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"squad:noun": {
"def": "(noun) bad or immoral behavior or habits : wickedness",
"source": "MW"
},
"squad": {
"def": "(noun) a part of a police force that deals with a specific type of crime",
"source": "MW"
},
"stab:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the rear part of the body : the part of the body that is opposite to the stomach and chest and that goes from the neck to the top of the legs",
"source": "MW"
},
"stab:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause or allow someone to have (something) as a present : to make a present of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"stab": {
"def": "(noun) a wound made by a pointed weapon (such as a knife)",
"source": "MW"
},
"stability:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the quality or state of being stable: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"stability": {
"def": "(noun) the quality or state of being stable: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"stabilize:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become stable or to make (something) stable: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"stabilize": {
"def": "(verb) to become stable or to make (something) stable: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"stall:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a situation in which an engine suddenly stops or an airplane suddenly stops flying",
"source": "MW"
},
"stall:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to avoid doing something or to delay someone in a deliberate way because you need more time, do not want to do something, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"stall": {
"def": "(noun) a small open counter or partially enclosed structure where things are displayed for sale",
"source": "MW"
},
"stance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a publicly stated opinion—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"stance": {
"def": "(noun) a publicly stated opinion—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"standing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) lasting or existing for a long time",
"source": "MW"
},
"standing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a written or spoken request for someone to go somewhere or to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"standing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be in an upright position with all of your weight on your feet",
"source": "MW"
},
"standing": {
"def": "(adjective) used in or for standing",
"source": "MW"
},
"stark:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not wearing any clothes : not covered by clothing",
"source": "MW"
},
"stark:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) completely or fully",
"source": "MW"
},
"stark:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is different from another thing—+ to",
"source": "MW"
},
"stark": {
"def": "(adjective) having a very plain and often cold or empty appearance",
"source": "MW"
},
"starve:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to suffer or die from lack of food : to suffer extreme hunger",
"source": "MW"
},
"starve": {
"def": "(verb) to suffer or die from lack of food : to suffer extreme hunger",
"source": "MW"
},
"statistical:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a number that represents a piece of information (such as information about how often something is done, how common something is, etc.) —often plural —sometimes used figuratively —called also (US, informal) stat",
"source": "MW"
},
"statistical": {
"def": "(noun) a number that represents a piece of information (such as information about how often something is done, how common something is, etc.) —often plural —sometimes used figuratively —called also (US, informal) stat",
"source": "MW"
},
"steadily:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not shaking or moving : held firmly in one place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"steadily": {
"def": "(adjective) not shaking or moving : held firmly in one place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"steam:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the body containing the brain, eyes, ears, nose, and mouth",
"source": "MW"
},
"steam:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to choose or select (someone or something) from a group",
"source": "MW"
},
"steam:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) containing or holding as much or as many as possible —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"steam": {
"def": "(noun) the hot gas that is created when water is boiled",
"source": "MW"
},
"steer:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to control the direction in which something (such as a ship, car, or airplane) moves",
"source": "MW"
},
"steer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a male cow that has had its sex organs removed and is raised for meat",
"source": "MW"
},
"steer:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very obvious : not causing or allowing doubt —sometimes used in spoken phrases that express anger",
"source": "MW"
},
"steer": {
"def": "(verb) to control the direction in which something (such as a ship, car, or airplane) moves",
"source": "MW"
},
"stem:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the regular upward and downward movement of the level of the ocean that is caused by the pull of the Sun and the Moon on the Earth",
"source": "MW"
},
"stem:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stop the progress or spread of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"stem": {
"def": "(noun) the main long and thin part of a plant that rises above the soil and supports the leaves and flowers",
"source": "MW"
},
"stereotype:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an often unfair and untrue belief that many people have about all people or things with a particular characteristic",
"source": "MW"
},
"stereotype:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to believe unfairly that all people or things with a particular characteristic are the same",
"source": "MW"
},
"stereotype": {
"def": "(noun) an often unfair and untrue belief that many people have about all people or things with a particular characteristic",
"source": "MW"
},
"stimulate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) more active : to cause or encourage (something) to happen or develop",
"source": "MW"
},
"stimulate": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) more active : to cause or encourage (something) to happen or develop",
"source": "MW"
},
"stimulus:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that causes something else to happen, develop, or become more active",
"source": "MW"
},
"stimulus": {
"def": "(noun) something that causes something else to happen, develop, or become more active",
"source": "MW"
},
"storage:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being kept in a cold place for later use —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"storage": {
"def": "(noun) space where you put things when they are not being used",
"source": "MW"
},
"straightforward:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) easy to do or understand : not complicated",
"source": "MW"
},
"straightforward": {
"def": "(adjective) easy to do or understand : not complicated",
"source": "MW"
},
"strain:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of closely related plants or animals : variety—often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"strain:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to injure (a body part or muscle) by too much tension, use, or effort",
"source": "MW"
},
"strain": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of stress and worry that you have because you are trying to do too much, are dealing with a difficult problem, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"strand:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the land along the edge of a sea, lake, etc. : a shore or beach",
"source": "MW"
},
"strand:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to leave (a person or animal) in a place without a way of leaving it—usually used as (be) stranded",
"source": "MW"
},
"strand": {
"def": "(noun) a thin piece of thread, wire, hair, etc. —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"strategic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a general plan that is created to achieve a goal in war, politics, etc., usually over a long period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"strategic": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a general plan that is created to achieve a goal in war, politics, etc., usually over a long period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"strictly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe a command, rule, etc., that must be obeyed",
"source": "MW"
},
"strictly": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe a command, rule, etc., that must be obeyed",
"source": "MW"
},
"striking:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) unusual or extreme in a way that attracts attention",
"source": "MW"
},
"striking:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit (someone or something) in a forceful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"striking:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the amount of space between two places or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"striking": {
"def": "(adjective) unusual or extreme in a way that attracts attention",
"source": "MW"
},
"strip:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place where drag races happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"strip:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to remove your clothing —often + down",
"source": "MW"
},
"strip": {
"def": "(noun) a long, narrow piece of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"strive:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to try very hard to do or achieve something",
"source": "MW"
},
"strive": {
"def": "(verb) to try very hard to do or achieve something",
"source": "MW"
},
"stroke:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the things that happen to a person because of chance : the accidental way things happen without being planned",
"source": "MW"
},
"stroke:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move your hand over (someone or something) gently and in one direction",
"source": "MW"
},
"stroke": {
"def": "(noun) a serious illness caused when a blood vessel in your brain suddenly breaks or is blocked",
"source": "MW"
},
"structural:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to the way something is built or organized : relating to the structure of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"structural": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to the way something is built or organized : relating to the structure of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"stun:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to surprise or upset (someone) very much",
"source": "MW"
},
"stun:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a gun that produces an electric shock which makes someone unconscious or stops someone from moving",
"source": "MW"
},
"stun": {
"def": "(verb) to surprise or upset (someone) very much",
"source": "MW"
},
"stunning:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very surprising or shocking",
"source": "MW"
},
"stunning:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to surprise or upset (someone) very much",
"source": "MW"
},
"stunning": {
"def": "(adjective) very surprising or shocking",
"source": "MW"
},
"submission:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act of giving a document, proposal, piece of writing, etc., to someone so that it can be considered or approved : an act of submitting something",
"source": "MW"
},
"submission": {
"def": "(noun) an act of giving a document, proposal, piece of writing, etc., to someone so that it can be considered or approved : an act of submitting something",
"source": "MW"
},
"subscriber:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to pay money to get a publication or service regularly —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"subscriber": {
"def": "(verb) to pay money to get a publication or service regularly —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"subscription:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an agreement that you make with a company to get a publication or service regularly and that you usually pay for in advance",
"source": "MW"
},
"subscription": {
"def": "(noun) an agreement that you make with a company to get a publication or service regularly and that you usually pay for in advance",
"source": "MW"
},
"subsequent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or coming after something else —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"subsequent": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or coming after something else —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"subsequently:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or coming after something else —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"subsequently": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or coming after something else —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"subsidy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) money that is paid usually by a government to keep the price of a product or service low or to help a business or organization to continue to function",
"source": "MW"
},
"subsidy": {
"def": "(noun) money that is paid usually by a government to keep the price of a product or service low or to help a business or organization to continue to function",
"source": "MW"
},
"substantial:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) large in amount, size, or number",
"source": "MW"
},
"substantial": {
"def": "(adjective) large in amount, size, or number",
"source": "MW"
},
"substantially:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) very much : a lot",
"source": "MW"
},
"substantially": {
"def": "(adverb) very much : a lot",
"source": "MW"
},
"substitute:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a teacher who teaches a class when the usual teacher is not available —called also (US) sub, substitute, supply teacher",
"source": "MW"
},
"substitute:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put or use (someone or something) in place of someone or something else —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"substitute": {
"def": "(noun) a person or thing that takes the place of someone or something else —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"substitution:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of substituting or replacing one person or thing with another",
"source": "MW"
},
"substitution": {
"def": "(noun) the act of substituting or replacing one person or thing with another",
"source": "MW"
},
"suburb:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a town or other area where people live in houses near a larger city —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"suburb": {
"def": "(noun) a town or other area where people live in houses near a larger city —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"suburban:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) living in or relating to a suburb or to suburbs in general",
"source": "MW"
},
"suburban": {
"def": "(adjective) living in or relating to a suburb or to suburbs in general",
"source": "MW"
},
"succession:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of getting a title or right after the person who had that title or right before you has died or is no longer able or allowed to have it; also : the process by which this happens",
"source": "MW"
},
"succession": {
"def": "(noun) the act of getting a title or right after the person who had that title or right before you has died or is no longer able or allowed to have it; also : the process by which this happens",
"source": "MW"
},
"successive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) following one after the other in a series : following each other without interruption",
"source": "MW"
},
"successive": {
"def": "(adjective) following one after the other in a series : following each other without interruption",
"source": "MW"
},
"successor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who has a job, position, or title after someone else : someone who succeeds another person",
"source": "MW"
},
"successor": {
"def": "(noun) a person who has a job, position, or title after someone else : someone who succeeds another person",
"source": "MW"
},
"suck:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to pull (liquid, air, etc.) into your mouth especially while your lips are forming a small hole",
"source": "MW"
},
"suck:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who tries to get the approval of someone in authority by saying and doing helpful and friendly things that are not sincere",
"source": "MW"
},
"suck:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having no or very little water or liquid",
"source": "MW"
},
"suck": {
"def": "(verb) to pull (liquid, air, etc.) into your mouth especially while your lips are forming a small hole",
"source": "MW"
},
"sue:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use a legal process by which you try to get a court of law to force a person, company, or organization that has treated you unfairly or hurt you in some way to give you something or to do something : to bring a lawsuit against someone or something —often + for —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"sue:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a state in which there is no war or fighting",
"source": "MW"
},
"sue": {
"def": "(verb) to use a legal process by which you try to get a court of law to force a person, company, or organization that has treated you unfairly or hurt you in some way to give you something or to do something : to bring a lawsuit against someone or something —often + for —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"sufficient:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to live or function without help or support from others",
"source": "MW"
},
"sufficient": {
"def": "(adjective) having or providing as much as is needed : enough",
"source": "MW"
},
"sufficiently:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or providing as much as is needed : enough",
"source": "MW"
},
"sufficiently": {
"def": "(adjective) having or providing as much as is needed : enough",
"source": "MW"
},
"suicide:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a military aircraft designed for dropping bombs",
"source": "MW"
},
"suicide:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to suicide —used especially to describe something that is done by a person who plans and expects to be killed while doing it",
"source": "MW"
},
"suicide": {
"def": "(noun) the act of killing yourself because you do not want to continue living",
"source": "MW"
},
"suite:noun": {
"def": "(noun) generous and friendly treatment of visitors and guests : hospitable treatment",
"source": "MW"
},
"suite:adjective or adverb": {
"def": "(adjective or adverb) —used to describe a bedroom to which a bathroom is directly connected or a bathroom that is directly connected to a bedroom",
"source": "MW"
},
"suite:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a bride or a wedding",
"source": "MW"
},
"suite": {
"def": "(noun) a group of rooms that is used for one purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"summit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the highest point of a mountain : the top of a mountain",
"source": "MW"
},
"summit": {
"def": "(noun) the highest point of a mountain : the top of a mountain",
"source": "MW"
},
"super:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely good",
"source": "MW"
},
"super:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) very or extremely",
"source": "MW"
},
"super:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who directs or manages a place, department, organization, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"super:prefix": {
"def": "(prefix) bigger, better, or more important than others of the same kind",
"source": "MW"
},
"super:service mark": {
"def": "(service mark) —used for the annual championship game of the National Football League",
"source": "MW"
},
"super": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely good",
"source": "MW"
},
"superb:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely good : excellent or brilliant in a very noticeable way",
"source": "MW"
},
"superb": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely good : excellent or brilliant in a very noticeable way",
"source": "MW"
},
"superintendent:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who directs or manages a place, department, organization, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"superintendent": {
"def": "(noun) a person who directs or manages a place, department, organization, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"superior:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of high quality : high or higher in quality —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"superior:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a woman who is the head of a convent —often used as a form of address —called also Reverend Mother",
"source": "MW"
},
"superior": {
"def": "(adjective) of high quality : high or higher in quality —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"supervise:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be in charge of (someone or something) : to watch and direct (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"supervise": {
"def": "(verb) to be in charge of (someone or something) : to watch and direct (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"supervision:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the action or process of watching and directing what someone does or how something is done : the action or process of supervising someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"supervision": {
"def": "(noun) the action or process of watching and directing what someone does or how something is done : the action or process of supervising someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"supervisor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who supervises someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"supervisor": {
"def": "(noun) a person who supervises someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"supplement:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a magazine printed in color that is added to a newspaper usually on a Saturday or Sunday",
"source": "MW"
},
"supplement:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to add something to (something) in order to make it complete",
"source": "MW"
},
"supplement": {
"def": "(noun) something that is added to something else in order to make it complete",
"source": "MW"
},
"supportive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) giving help or encouragement to someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"supportive": {
"def": "(adjective) giving help or encouragement to someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"supposedly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) according to what someone has said or what is generally believed to be true or real",
"source": "MW"
},
"supposedly": {
"def": "(adverb) according to what someone has said or what is generally believed to be true or real",
"source": "MW"
},
"suppress:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to end or stop (something) by force",
"source": "MW"
},
"suppress": {
"def": "(verb) to end or stop (something) by force",
"source": "MW"
},
"supreme:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) highest in rank or authority",
"source": "MW"
},
"supreme:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of giving up something that you want to keep especially in order to get or do something else or to help someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"supreme:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to rule as a king, queen, emperor, etc. —often + over",
"source": "MW"
},
"supreme": {
"def": "(adjective) highest in rank or authority",
"source": "MW"
},
"surgeon:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is trained to give medical care and treatment to animals : an animal doctor —called also vet, veterinary surgeon",
"source": "MW"
},
"surgeon": {
"def": "(noun) a doctor who performs operations that involve cutting into someone's body in order to repair or remove damaged or diseased parts : a doctor who performs surgery",
"source": "MW"
},
"surgical:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the process of performing a medical operation : of or relating to surgery",
"source": "MW"
},
"surgical:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a liquid that contains alcohol and water and that is used to clean wounds or skin —called also (British) surgical spirit",
"source": "MW"
},
"surgical": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the process of performing a medical operation : of or relating to surgery",
"source": "MW"
},
"surplus:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is needed or that must be done",
"source": "MW"
},
"surplus:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) more than the amount that is needed",
"source": "MW"
},
"surplus": {
"def": "(noun) an amount (such as an amount of money) that is more than the amount that is needed",
"source": "MW"
},
"surrender:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to agree to stop fighting, hiding, resisting, etc., because you know that you will not win or succeed —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"surrender:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an agreement to stop fighting, hiding, resisting, etc., because you know that you will not win or succeed : an act of surrendering",
"source": "MW"
},
"surrender:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"surrender": {
"def": "(verb) to agree to stop fighting, hiding, resisting, etc., because you know that you will not win or succeed —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"surveillance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of carefully watching someone or something especially in order to prevent or detect a crime",
"source": "MW"
},
"surveillance": {
"def": "(noun) the act of carefully watching someone or something especially in order to prevent or detect a crime",
"source": "MW"
},
"survival:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state or fact of continuing to live or exist especially in spite of difficult conditions —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"survival": {
"def": "(noun) the state or fact of continuing to live or exist especially in spite of difficult conditions —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"survivor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who continues to live after an accident, illness, war, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"survivor": {
"def": "(noun) a person who continues to live after an accident, illness, war, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"suspend:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to force (someone) to leave a job, position, or place for a usually short period of time as a form of punishment",
"source": "MW"
},
"suspend:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an opinion or decision that is based on careful thought",
"source": "MW"
},
"suspend": {
"def": "(verb) to force (someone) to leave a job, position, or place for a usually short period of time as a form of punishment",
"source": "MW"
},
"suspension:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a bridge that is hung from two or more cables that are held up by towers",
"source": "MW"
},
"suspension:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not dependent: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"suspension": {
"def": "(noun) the act of forcing someone to leave a job, position, or place for a usually short period of time as a form of punishment : the act of suspending someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"suspicious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing a feeling that something is wrong or that someone is behaving wrongly : causing suspicion",
"source": "MW"
},
"suspicious": {
"def": "(adjective) causing a feeling that something is wrong or that someone is behaving wrongly : causing suspicion",
"source": "MW"
},
"sustain:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to provide what is needed for (something or someone) to exist, continue, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"sustain": {
"def": "(verb) to provide what is needed for (something or someone) to exist, continue, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"sustainable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be used without being completely used up or destroyed",
"source": "MW"
},
"sustainable": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be used without being completely used up or destroyed",
"source": "MW"
},
"swallow:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take (something) into your stomach through your mouth and throat",
"source": "MW"
},
"swallow:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling that you respect yourself and deserve to be respected by other people : self-respect",
"source": "MW"
},
"swallow:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a strong and often unpleasant flavor that is the opposite of sweet",
"source": "MW"
},
"swallow": {
"def": "(verb) to take (something) into your stomach through your mouth and throat",
"source": "MW"
},
"symbolic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) expressing or representing an idea or quality without using words —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"symbolic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a movement of your body (especially of your hands and arms) that shows or emphasizes an idea or a feeling",
"source": "MW"
},
"symbolic": {
"def": "(adjective) expressing or representing an idea or quality without using words —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"sympathetic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing concern about someone who is in a bad situation : having or showing feelings of sympathy —often + to or toward",
"source": "MW"
},
"sympathetic": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing concern about someone who is in a bad situation : having or showing feelings of sympathy —often + to or toward",
"source": "MW"
},
"syndrome:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a disorder that causes someone to move and speak in an uncontrolled way",
"source": "MW"
},
"syndrome": {
"def": "(noun) a disease or disorder that involves a particular group of signs and symptoms",
"source": "MW"
},
"synthesis:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is made by combining different things (such as ideas, styles, etc.)—often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"synthesis": {
"def": "(noun) something that is made by combining different things (such as ideas, styles, etc.)—often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"systematic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) using a careful system or method : done according to a system",
"source": "MW"
},
"systematic": {
"def": "(adjective) using a careful system or method : done according to a system",
"source": "MW"
},
"tackle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a defensive player who plays in a position that is directly opposite the offensive center —called also nose tackle",
"source": "MW"
},
"tackle:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to forcefully seize (someone) and cause that person to fall to the ground",
"source": "MW"
},
"tackle": {
"def": "(noun) equipment that is used for a particular activity (especially fishing)",
"source": "MW"
},
"tactical:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or used for a specific plan that is created to achieve a particular goal in war, politics, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"tactical": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or used for a specific plan that is created to achieve a particular goal in war, politics, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"tag:noun": {
"def": "(noun) telephone tag",
"source": "MW"
},
"tag:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to touch (a player) in a game of tag",
"source": "MW"
},
"tag": {
"def": "(noun) a small piece of cloth, paper, metal, etc., that is attached to something and that has information written on it",
"source": "MW"
},
"taxpayer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who pays taxes",
"source": "MW"
},
"taxpayer": {
"def": "(noun) a person who pays taxes",
"source": "MW"
},
"technological:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the use of science in industry, engineering, etc., to invent useful things or to solve problems",
"source": "MW"
},
"technological": {
"def": "(noun) the use of science in industry, engineering, etc., to invent useful things or to solve problems",
"source": "MW"
},
"teen:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who is between 13 and 19 years old : teenager",
"source": "MW"
},
"teen": {
"def": "(noun) someone who is between 13 and 19 years old : teenager",
"source": "MW"
},
"temporarily:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) continuing for a limited amount of time : not permanent",
"source": "MW"
},
"temporarily": {
"def": "(adjective) continuing for a limited amount of time : not permanent",
"source": "MW"
},
"tempt:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to do or want to do something even though it may be wrong, bad, or unwise —often + into —often followed by to + verb —often used as (be) tempted",
"source": "MW"
},
"tempt:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a power that is believed to control what happens in the future",
"source": "MW"
},
"tempt": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to do or want to do something even though it may be wrong, bad, or unwise —often + into —often followed by to + verb —often used as (be) tempted",
"source": "MW"
},
"tenant:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is living in a rented house or apartment and has the legal right to stay there",
"source": "MW"
},
"tenant": {
"def": "(noun) a person, business, group, etc., that pays to use another person's property : someone who rents or leases a house, apartment, etc., from a landlord",
"source": "MW"
},
"tendency:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a quality that makes something likely to happen or that makes someone likely to think or behave in a particular way",
"source": "MW"
},
"tendency": {
"def": "(noun) a quality that makes something likely to happen or that makes someone likely to think or behave in a particular way",
"source": "MW"
},
"tension:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a condition experienced by some women before menstruation that may include tiredness, irritability, anxiety, depression, headache, and stomach pain —called also (US) PMS, PMT, premenstrual tension",
"source": "MW"
},
"tension:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or using a very powerful flow of electricity : high-voltage",
"source": "MW"
},
"tension": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of nervousness that makes you unable to relax",
"source": "MW"
},
"tenure:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the amount of time that a person holds a job, office, or title",
"source": "MW"
},
"tenure:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or having a teaching job that may lead to tenure (sense 2)",
"source": "MW"
},
"tenure": {
"def": "(noun) the amount of time that a person holds a job, office, or title",
"source": "MW"
},
"terminal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing death eventually : leading finally to death",
"source": "MW"
},
"terminal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a building where buses or trains regularly stop so that passengers can get on and off : station",
"source": "MW"
},
"terminal": {
"def": "(adjective) causing death eventually : leading finally to death",
"source": "MW"
},
"terminate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to end in a particular way or at a particular place",
"source": "MW"
},
"terminate": {
"def": "(verb) to end in a particular way or at a particular place",
"source": "MW"
},
"terms:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the name that comes first in someone's full name",
"source": "MW"
},
"terms:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to explain the meaning of (a word, phrase, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"terms:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) the same in number, amount, degree, rank, or quality —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"terms": {
"def": "(noun) a word or phrase that has an exact meaning",
"source": "MW"
},
"terrain:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small open vehicle with three or four large wheels that is used to drive over very rough ground —called also ATV",
"source": "MW"
},
"terrain": {
"def": "(noun) land of a particular kind",
"source": "MW"
},
"terribly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) very or extremely",
"source": "MW"
},
"terribly": {
"def": "(adverb) very or extremely",
"source": "MW"
},
"terrific:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely good : excellent",
"source": "MW"
},
"terrific": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely good : excellent",
"source": "MW"
},
"terrify:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to be extremely afraid : to frighten (someone) very much",
"source": "MW"
},
"terrify": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to be extremely afraid : to frighten (someone) very much",
"source": "MW"
},
"terror:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a period during which a person or group commits violent acts against many people and causes a lot of fear —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"terror:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) connected to a god or a religion",
"source": "MW"
},
"terror": {
"def": "(noun) a very strong feeling of fear",
"source": "MW"
},
"terrorism:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the use of violent acts to frighten the people in an area as a way of trying to achieve a political goal",
"source": "MW"
},
"terrorism": {
"def": "(noun) the use of violent acts to frighten the people in an area as a way of trying to achieve a political goal",
"source": "MW"
},
"terrorist:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who uses or supports the use of terrorism",
"source": "MW"
},
"terrorist": {
"def": "(noun) a person who uses or supports the use of terrorism",
"source": "MW"
},
"testify:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to talk and answer questions about something especially in a court of law while formally promising that what you are saying is true",
"source": "MW"
},
"testify": {
"def": "(verb) to talk and answer questions about something especially in a court of law while formally promising that what you are saying is true",
"source": "MW"
},
"testimony:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that someone says especially in a court of law while formally promising to tell the truth",
"source": "MW"
},
"testimony": {
"def": "(noun) something that someone says especially in a court of law while formally promising to tell the truth",
"source": "MW"
},
"testing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) difficult to deal with",
"source": "MW"
},
"testing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to test (something, such as a product) by using it in the actual conditions it was designed for",
"source": "MW"
},
"testing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a recording of a short performance by an actor that is made with a movie or video camera and that is used to decide if that person should be given a part in a movie",
"source": "MW"
},
"testing": {
"def": "(adjective) difficult to deal with",
"source": "MW"
},
"textbook:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a book about a particular subject that is used in the study of that subject especially in a school",
"source": "MW"
},
"textbook:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very typical",
"source": "MW"
},
"textbook": {
"def": "(noun) a book about a particular subject that is used in the study of that subject especially in a school",
"source": "MW"
},
"texture:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the way that something feels when you touch it",
"source": "MW"
},
"texture": {
"def": "(noun) the way that something feels when you touch it",
"source": "MW"
},
"thankfully:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that makes you feel thankful",
"source": "MW"
},
"thankfully": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that makes you feel thankful",
"source": "MW"
},
"theatrical:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the theater",
"source": "MW"
},
"theatrical": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the theater",
"source": "MW"
},
"theft:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the crime of stealing something that does not have a high value —called also petty theft",
"source": "MW"
},
"theft": {
"def": "(noun) the act or crime of stealing",
"source": "MW"
},
"theology:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the study of religious faith, practice, and experience : the study of God and God's relation to the world",
"source": "MW"
},
"theology": {
"def": "(noun) the study of religious faith, practice, and experience : the study of God and God's relation to the world",
"source": "MW"
},
"theoretical:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to what is possible or imagined rather than to what is known to be true or real",
"source": "MW"
},
"theoretical": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to what is possible or imagined rather than to what is known to be true or real",
"source": "MW"
},
"therapist:noun": {
"def": "(noun) treatment or therapy to help people who have speech problems learn to pronounce words correctly",
"source": "MW"
},
"therapist": {
"def": "(noun) a person trained in methods of treating illnesses especially without the use of drugs or surgery",
"source": "MW"
},
"thereafter:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) after that",
"source": "MW"
},
"thereafter": {
"def": "(adverb) after that",
"source": "MW"
},
"thesis:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long piece of writing on a particular subject that is done to earn a degree at a university",
"source": "MW"
},
"thesis": {
"def": "(noun) a long piece of writing on a particular subject that is done to earn a degree at a university",
"source": "MW"
},
"thorough:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) including every possible part or detail",
"source": "MW"
},
"thorough": {
"def": "(adjective) including every possible part or detail",
"source": "MW"
},
"thoroughly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) including every possible part or detail",
"source": "MW"
},
"thoroughly": {
"def": "(adjective) including every possible part or detail",
"source": "MW"
},
"thought-provoking:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing people to think seriously about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"thought-provoking": {
"def": "(adjective) causing people to think seriously about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"thoughtful:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) serious and quiet because you are thinking",
"source": "MW"
},
"thoughtful": {
"def": "(adjective) serious and quiet because you are thinking",
"source": "MW"
},
"thread:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long, thin piece of cotton, silk, etc., used for sewing",
"source": "MW"
},
"thread:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to attach or place something so that it is held up without support from below",
"source": "MW"
},
"thread": {
"def": "(noun) a long, thin piece of cotton, silk, etc., used for sewing",
"source": "MW"
},
"threshold:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the physical feeling caused by disease, injury, or something that hurts the body",
"source": "MW"
},
"threshold": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of wood, metal, or stone that forms the bottom of a door and that you walk over as you enter a room or building",
"source": "MW"
},
"thrilled:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very excited and happy",
"source": "MW"
},
"thrilled:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to feel very excited or happy",
"source": "MW"
},
"thrilled": {
"def": "(adjective) very excited and happy",
"source": "MW"
},
"thrive:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to grow or develop successfully : to flourish or succeed",
"source": "MW"
},
"thrive": {
"def": "(verb) to grow or develop successfully : to flourish or succeed",
"source": "MW"
},
"tide:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a tide in which the sea rises and falls more than usual",
"source": "MW"
},
"tide:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move through water by moving your arms and legs",
"source": "MW"
},
"tide": {
"def": "(noun) the regular upward and downward movement of the level of the ocean that is caused by the pull of the Sun and the Moon on the Earth",
"source": "MW"
},
"timber:noun": {
"def": "(noun) lumberyard",
"source": "MW"
},
"timber": {
"def": "(noun) trees that are grown in order to produce wood",
"source": "MW"
},
"timely:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening at the correct or most useful time : not happening too late",
"source": "MW"
},
"timely": {
"def": "(adjective) happening at the correct or most useful time : not happening too late",
"source": "MW"
},
"timing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the time when something happens or is done especially when it is thought of as having a good or bad effect on the result",
"source": "MW"
},
"timing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be unfaithful to (your husband, wife, partner, etc.) by having a sexual relationship with someone else",
"source": "MW"
},
"timing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having no mistakes or flaws",
"source": "MW"
},
"timing": {
"def": "(noun) the time when something happens or is done especially when it is thought of as having a good or bad effect on the result",
"source": "MW"
},
"tissue:noun": {
"def": "(noun) thin, soft paper used to clean yourself after you have used the toilet —called also toilet tissue, lavatory paper",
"source": "MW"
},
"tissue": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of soft and very thin paper that is used especially for cleaning",
"source": "MW"
},
"tobacco:noun": {
"def": "(noun) tobacco that is placed in the mouth between the cheek and the gum instead of being smoked",
"source": "MW"
},
"tobacco": {
"def": "(noun) a plant that produces leaves which are smoked in cigarettes, pipes, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"tolerance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a policy of giving the most severe punishment possible to every person who commits a crime or breaks a rule",
"source": "MW"
},
"tolerance": {
"def": "(noun) willingness to accept feelings, habits, or beliefs that are different from your own",
"source": "MW"
},
"tolerate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to allow (something that is bad, unpleasant, etc.) to exist, happen, or be done",
"source": "MW"
},
"tolerate": {
"def": "(verb) to allow (something that is bad, unpleasant, etc.) to exist, happen, or be done",
"source": "MW"
},
"toll:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sound of a bell when it is rung slowly because someone has died",
"source": "MW"
},
"toll:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to demand and get (something, such as payment or revenge) especially by using force or threats",
"source": "MW"
},
"toll:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) allowing you to make a long-distance telephone call without having to pay a toll",
"source": "MW"
},
"toll": {
"def": "(noun) an amount of money that you are required to pay for the use of a road or bridge",
"source": "MW"
},
"torture:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of causing severe physical pain as a form of punishment or as a way to force someone to do or say something",
"source": "MW"
},
"torture:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to experience severe physical pain especially as a form of punishment or to force that person to do or say something",
"source": "MW"
},
"torture:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"torture": {
"def": "(noun) the act of causing severe physical pain as a form of punishment or as a way to force someone to do or say something",
"source": "MW"
},
"toss:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give reasons for or against something : to say or write things in order to change someone's opinion about what is true, what should be done, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"toss:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of jewelry that is worn usually on a finger",
"source": "MW"
},
"toss": {
"def": "(verb) to throw (something) with a quick, light motion",
"source": "MW"
},
"tournament:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sports competition or series of contests that involves many players or teams and that usually continues for at least several days",
"source": "MW"
},
"tournament": {
"def": "(noun) a sports competition or series of contests that involves many players or teams and that usually continues for at least several days",
"source": "MW"
},
"toxic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) containing poisonous substances : poisonous —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"toxic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place where waste (such as trash) is taken and left",
"source": "MW"
},
"toxic": {
"def": "(adjective) containing poisonous substances : poisonous —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"trademark:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a word) that identifies a particular company's product and cannot be used by another company without permission —abbr. TM",
"source": "MW"
},
"trademark": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a word) that identifies a particular company's product and cannot be used by another company without permission —abbr. TM",
"source": "MW"
},
"trading:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a situation in which you must choose between or balance two things that are opposite or cannot be had at the same time—often + between",
"source": "MW"
},
"trading:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give something to someone and receive something in return : to give something in exchange for something else",
"source": "MW"
},
"trading": {
"def": "(noun) the act or practice of buying and selling something (such as stocks or bonds) —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"tragedy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very bad event that causes great sadness and often involves someone's death",
"source": "MW"
},
"tragedy": {
"def": "(noun) a very bad event that causes great sadness and often involves someone's death",
"source": "MW"
},
"tragic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing strong feelings of sadness usually because someone has died in a way that seems very shocking, unfair, etc. —sometimes used in an exaggerated way to describe something that is very bad, unfortunate, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"tragic": {
"def": "(adjective) causing strong feelings of sadness usually because someone has died in a way that seems very shocking, unfair, etc. —sometimes used in an exaggerated way to describe something that is very bad, unfortunate, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"trailer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a mobile home that is made of two units that have been connected together side by side —called also double-wide trailer",
"source": "MW"
},
"trailer": {
"def": "(noun) a long platform or box with wheels that is pulled behind a truck or car and used to transport things",
"source": "MW"
},
"trait:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a quality that makes one person or thing different from another",
"source": "MW"
},
"trait": {
"def": "(noun) a quality that makes one person or thing different from another",
"source": "MW"
},
"transaction:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a business deal : an occurrence in which goods, services, or money are passed from one person, account, etc., to another",
"source": "MW"
},
"transaction": {
"def": "(noun) a business deal : an occurrence in which goods, services, or money are passed from one person, account, etc., to another",
"source": "MW"
},
"transcript:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a written, printed, or typed copy of words that have been spoken",
"source": "MW"
},
"transcript": {
"def": "(noun) a written, printed, or typed copy of words that have been spoken",
"source": "MW"
},
"transformation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a complete or major change in someone's or something's appearance, form, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"transformation:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"transformation": {
"def": "(noun) a complete or major change in someone's or something's appearance, form, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"transit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the system that is used in cities for quickly bringing people to and from places on trains, buses, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"transit": {
"def": "(noun) the act of moving people or things from one place to another",
"source": "MW"
},
"transmission:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of sending electrical signals to a radio, television, computer, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"transmission:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) doing or involving hard physical work",
"source": "MW"
},
"transmission": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of sending electrical signals to a radio, television, computer, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"transmit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to send (information, sound, etc.) in the form of electrical signals to a radio, television, computer, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"transmit": {
"def": "(verb) to send (information, sound, etc.) in the form of electrical signals to a radio, television, computer, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"transparency:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the quality of being transparent: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"transparency": {
"def": "(noun) the quality of being transparent: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"transparent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be seen through",
"source": "MW"
},
"transparent": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be seen through",
"source": "MW"
},
"trap:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a trap for catching lobsters",
"source": "MW"
},
"trap:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or leap suddenly forward or upward",
"source": "MW"
},
"trap": {
"def": "(noun) a device that is used for catching animals",
"source": "MW"
},
"trauma:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a part of a hospital that is specially prepared to perform emergency surgery on people with severe injuries",
"source": "MW"
},
"trauma:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a thick edge or point : not sharp",
"source": "MW"
},
"trauma": {
"def": "(noun) a very difficult or unpleasant experience that causes someone to have mental or emotional problems usually for a long time",
"source": "MW"
},
"treasure:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a collection of valuable things (such as gold and silver coins or jewels) found in a place where it was hidden, buried, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"treasure:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to value (something) very much",
"source": "MW"
},
"treasure": {
"def": "(noun) something valuable (such as money, jewels, gold, or silver) that is hidden or kept in a safe place",
"source": "MW"
},
"treaty:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a situation in which countries promise that they will not attack each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"treaty": {
"def": "(noun) an official agreement that is made between two or more countries or groups",
"source": "MW"
},
"tribal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a tribe or tribes",
"source": "MW"
},
"tribal": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a tribe or tribes",
"source": "MW"
},
"trigger:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a trigger on a gun that needs very little pressure to cause the gun to shoot",
"source": "MW"
},
"trigger:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hold onto and move (someone or something) in a particular direction and especially toward yourself",
"source": "MW"
},
"trigger:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) becoming angry very easily",
"source": "MW"
},
"trigger": {
"def": "(noun) a lever on a gun that you pull to fire the gun",
"source": "MW"
},
"trillion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the number 1,000,000,000,000 : one thousand billion",
"source": "MW"
},
"trillion": {
"def": "(noun) the number 1,000,000,000,000 : one thousand billion",
"source": "MW"
},
"trio:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of three singers or musicians who perform together; also : a piece of music for such a group",
"source": "MW"
},
"trio": {
"def": "(noun) a group of three singers or musicians who perform together; also : a piece of music for such a group",
"source": "MW"
},
"triumph:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a great or important victory",
"source": "MW"
},
"triumph:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to achieve victory especially in a long or difficult contest",
"source": "MW"
},
"triumph": {
"def": "(noun) a great or important victory",
"source": "MW"
},
"troop:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of soldiers",
"source": "MW"
},
"troop:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to walk somewhere in a group",
"source": "MW"
},
"troop": {
"def": "(noun) a group of soldiers",
"source": "MW"
},
"trophy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an attractive young woman who is married to an older successful man",
"source": "MW"
},
"trophy": {
"def": "(noun) an object (such as a large cup or sculpture) that is given as a prize for winning a competition",
"source": "MW"
},
"troubled:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) worried or anxious",
"source": "MW"
},
"troubled:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something) to flow in a steady stream from or into a container or place —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"troubled:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the clear liquid that has no color, taste, or smell, that falls from clouds as rain, that forms streams, lakes, and seas, and that is used for drinking, washing, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"troubled": {
"def": "(adjective) worried or anxious",
"source": "MW"
},
"trustee:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person or organization that has been given responsibility for managing someone else's property or money through a trust",
"source": "MW"
},
"trustee": {
"def": "(noun) a person or organization that has been given responsibility for managing someone else's property or money through a trust",
"source": "MW"
},
"tsunami:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very high, large wave in the ocean that is usually caused by an earthquake under the sea and that can cause great destruction when it reaches land : tidal wave",
"source": "MW"
},
"tsunami": {
"def": "(noun) a very high, large wave in the ocean that is usually caused by an earthquake under the sea and that can cause great destruction when it reaches land : tidal wave",
"source": "MW"
},
"tuition:noun": {
"def": "(noun) money that is paid to a school for the right to study there",
"source": "MW"
},
"tuition": {
"def": "(noun) money that is paid to a school for the right to study there",
"source": "MW"
},
"tumor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a mass of tissue found in or on the body that is made up of abnormal cells",
"source": "MW"
},
"tumor": {
"def": "(noun) a mass of tissue found in or on the body that is made up of abnormal cells",
"source": "MW"
},
"turnout:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the number of people who go to or participate in something",
"source": "MW"
},
"turnout:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move around a central point —often + around",
"source": "MW"
},
"turnout:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in the inner part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"turnout": {
"def": "(noun) the number of people who go to or participate in something",
"source": "MW"
},
"turnover:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of the flat and typically green parts of a plant that grow from a stem or twig",
"source": "MW"
},
"turnover:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move around a central point —often + around",
"source": "MW"
},
"turnover:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not old : recently born, built, or created",
"source": "MW"
},
"turnover": {
"def": "(noun) the amount of money that is received in sales by a store or company —usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"twist:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to bend or turn (something) in order to change its shape",
"source": "MW"
},
"twist:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an injury that is caused when a knife, bullet, etc., cuts or breaks the skin",
"source": "MW"
},
"twist": {
"def": "(verb) to bend or turn (something) in order to change its shape",
"source": "MW"
},
"ultimate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or coming at the end of a process, series of events, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"ultimate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of giving up something that you want to keep especially in order to get or do something else or to help someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"ultimate": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or coming at the end of a process, series of events, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"unacceptable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not pleasing or welcome : not acceptable",
"source": "MW"
},
"unacceptable": {
"def": "(adjective) not pleasing or welcome : not acceptable",
"source": "MW"
},
"uncertainty:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a white or gray mass in the sky that is made of many very small drops of water",
"source": "MW"
},
"uncertainty": {
"def": "(noun) the quality or state of being uncertain : doubt",
"source": "MW"
},
"unconstitutional:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not allowed by the constitution of a country or government : not constitutional",
"source": "MW"
},
"unconstitutional": {
"def": "(adjective) not allowed by the constitution of a country or government : not constitutional",
"source": "MW"
},
"undergo:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to experience or endure (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"undergo": {
"def": "(verb) to experience or endure (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"undergraduate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a student at a college or university who has not yet earned a degree —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"undergraduate": {
"def": "(noun) a student at a college or university who has not yet earned a degree —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"underlying:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to identify the idea, cause, problem, etc., that forms the basis of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"underlying:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to lie or be located under (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"underlying": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to identify the idea, cause, problem, etc., that forms the basis of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"undermine:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone or something) weaker or less effective usually in a secret or gradual way",
"source": "MW"
},
"undermine": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone or something) weaker or less effective usually in a secret or gradual way",
"source": "MW"
},
"undertake:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to begin or attempt (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"undertake": {
"def": "(verb) to begin or attempt (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"undoubtedly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) definitely true or existing : not doubted",
"source": "MW"
},
"undoubtedly": {
"def": "(adjective) definitely true or existing : not doubted",
"source": "MW"
},
"unfold:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to spread or cause (something) to spread or straighten out from a folded position",
"source": "MW"
},
"unfold": {
"def": "(verb) to spread or cause (something) to spread or straighten out from a folded position",
"source": "MW"
},
"unfortunate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not fortunate: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"unfortunate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an unfortunate person",
"source": "MW"
},
"unfortunate": {
"def": "(adjective) not fortunate: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"unify:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (people or things) to be joined or brought together : unite",
"source": "MW"
},
"unify": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (people or things) to be joined or brought together : unite",
"source": "MW"
},
"unity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being in full agreement : harmony",
"source": "MW"
},
"unity": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being in full agreement : harmony",
"source": "MW"
},
"universal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done or experienced by everyone : existing or available for everyone",
"source": "MW"
},
"universal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the letters and symbols (such as http://www.Merriam-Webster.com) that are the address of a Web site",
"source": "MW"
},
"universal": {
"def": "(adjective) done or experienced by everyone : existing or available for everyone",
"source": "MW"
},
"unprecedented:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not done or experienced before",
"source": "MW"
},
"unprecedented": {
"def": "(adjective) not done or experienced before",
"source": "MW"
},
"unveil:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to show or reveal (something) to others for the first time",
"source": "MW"
},
"unveil": {
"def": "(verb) to show or reveal (something) to others for the first time",
"source": "MW"
},
"upcoming:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) becoming more successful, important, and well known",
"source": "MW"
},
"upcoming": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or appearing soon",
"source": "MW"
},
"upgrade:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) better by including the most recent information or improvements",
"source": "MW"
},
"upgrade:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an area or surface that goes upward : an upward slope",
"source": "MW"
},
"upgrade": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) better by including the most recent information or improvements",
"source": "MW"
},
"uphold:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to support or defend (something, such as a law)",
"source": "MW"
},
"uphold": {
"def": "(verb) to support or defend (something, such as a law)",
"source": "MW"
},
"urgent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very important and needing immediate attention",
"source": "MW"
},
"urgent": {
"def": "(adjective) very important and needing immediate attention",
"source": "MW"
},
"usage:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a short piece of writing that is used to help someone remember something",
"source": "MW"
},
"usage:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go or come into (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"usage": {
"def": "(noun) the act of using something",
"source": "MW"
},
"utility:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large vehicle that is designed to be used on rough surfaces but that is often used on city roads or highways —called also sport-utility vehicle",
"source": "MW"
},
"utility:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) designed for general use",
"source": "MW"
},
"utility": {
"def": "(noun) the quality or state of being useful",
"source": "MW"
},
"utilize:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use (something) for a particular purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"utilize": {
"def": "(verb) to use (something) for a particular purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"utterly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) complete and total",
"source": "MW"
},
"utterly": {
"def": "(adjective) complete and total",
"source": "MW"
},
"vacuum:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a container that keeps liquids hot or cold for long periods of time —called also (US) thermos bottle, flask, vacuum flask",
"source": "MW"
},
"vacuum:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to clean (something) with a vacuum cleaner —often + up",
"source": "MW"
},
"vacuum:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) packaged in a container that has had most of the air removed",
"source": "MW"
},
"vacuum": {
"def": "(noun) an empty space in which there is no air or other gas : a space from which all or most of the air has been removed",
"source": "MW"
},
"vague:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not clear in meaning : stated in a way that is general and not specific",
"source": "MW"
},
"vague": {
"def": "(adjective) not clear in meaning : stated in a way that is general and not specific",
"source": "MW"
},
"valid:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) fair or reasonable",
"source": "MW"
},
"valid": {
"def": "(adjective) fair or reasonable",
"source": "MW"
},
"validity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being acceptable according to the law : the state of being valid",
"source": "MW"
},
"validity": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being acceptable according to the law : the state of being valid",
"source": "MW"
},
"vanish:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to disappear entirely without a clear explanation",
"source": "MW"
},
"vanish:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a small distance between the top and bottom or front and back surfaces : not thick",
"source": "MW"
},
"vanish": {
"def": "(verb) to disappear entirely without a clear explanation",
"source": "MW"
},
"variable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able or likely to change or be changed : not always the same",
"source": "MW"
},
"variable:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that changes or that can be changed : something that varies",
"source": "MW"
},
"variable": {
"def": "(adjective) able or likely to change or be changed : not always the same",
"source": "MW"
},
"variation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a change in the form, position, condition, or amount of something —often + in —often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"variation": {
"def": "(noun) a change in the form, position, condition, or amount of something —often + in —often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"varied:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having many forms or types : including many different things",
"source": "MW"
},
"varied:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be different or to become different : change",
"source": "MW"
},
"varied": {
"def": "(adjective) having many forms or types : including many different things",
"source": "MW"
},
"vein:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a vein that is abnormally swollen or made larger or wider",
"source": "MW"
},
"vein": {
"def": "(noun) any one of the tubes that carry blood from parts of the body back to the heart",
"source": "MW"
},
"venture:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go somewhere that is unknown, dangerous, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"venture:noun": {
"def": "(noun) money that is used to start a new business",
"source": "MW"
},
"venture": {
"def": "(verb) to go somewhere that is unknown, dangerous, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"verbal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or consisting of words",
"source": "MW"
},
"verbal": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or consisting of words",
"source": "MW"
},
"verdict:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an official statement or decision saying that a crime has been committed but not naming a criminal or saying that there has been a death but not naming the cause of death",
"source": "MW"
},
"verdict:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be able to touch, pick up, or grab (something) by moving or stretching",
"source": "MW"
},
"verdict": {
"def": "(noun) the decision made by a jury in a trial",
"source": "MW"
},
"verify:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to prove, show, find out, or state that (something) is true or correct",
"source": "MW"
},
"verify": {
"def": "(verb) to prove, show, find out, or state that (something) is true or correct",
"source": "MW"
},
"versus:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to indicate the two people, teams, etc., that are fighting or competing against each other or that are opposed to each other in a legal case —abbr. vs., v.",
"source": "MW"
},
"versus": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to indicate the two people, teams, etc., that are fighting or competing against each other or that are opposed to each other in a legal case —abbr. vs., v.",
"source": "MW"
},
"vertical:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) positioned up and down rather than from side to side : going straight up",
"source": "MW"
},
"vertical": {
"def": "(adjective) positioned up and down rather than from side to side : going straight up",
"source": "MW"
},
"vessel:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small tube that carries blood to different parts of a person or animal's body",
"source": "MW"
},
"vessel": {
"def": "(noun) a ship or large boat",
"source": "MW"
},
"veteran:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who fought in a war as a soldier, sailor, etc. —called also (US, informal) vet",
"source": "MW"
},
"veteran": {
"def": "(noun) someone who fought in a war as a soldier, sailor, etc. —called also (US, informal) vet",
"source": "MW"
},
"viable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) capable of being done or used : workable",
"source": "MW"
},
"viable": {
"def": "(adjective) capable of being done or used : workable",
"source": "MW"
},
"vibrant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing great life, activity, and energy",
"source": "MW"
},
"vibrant": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing great life, activity, and energy",
"source": "MW"
},
"vice:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person whose rank is just below that of the president of a country, business, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"vice:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to say that the opposite of a statement is also true",
"source": "MW"
},
"vice": {
"def": "(noun) bad or immoral behavior or habits : wickedness",
"source": "MW"
},
"viewpoint:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a way of looking at or thinking about something : point of view",
"source": "MW"
},
"viewpoint": {
"def": "(noun) a way of looking at or thinking about something : point of view",
"source": "MW"
},
"violate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do something that is not allowed by (a law, rule, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"violate": {
"def": "(verb) to do something that is not allowed by (a law, rule, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"violation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of doing something that is not allowed by a law or rule",
"source": "MW"
},
"violation": {
"def": "(noun) the act of doing something that is not allowed by a law or rule",
"source": "MW"
},
"virtue:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person or thing that is perfect or excellent in some way and should be considered a model or example to be copied —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"virtue:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not hard to do : not difficult",
"source": "MW"
},
"virtue": {
"def": "(noun) morally good behavior or character",
"source": "MW"
},
"visa:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a document (called a visa) that allows a person to go through one country while traveling to another country",
"source": "MW"
},
"visa": {
"def": "(noun) an official mark or stamp on a passport that allows someone to enter or leave a country usually for a particular reason",
"source": "MW"
},
"vocal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or produced by the voice",
"source": "MW"
},
"vocal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the thin pieces of folded tissue in your throat that help you to make sounds with your voice",
"source": "MW"
},
"vocal": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or produced by the voice",
"source": "MW"
},
"voluntary:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done or given because you want to and not because you are forced to : done or given by choice",
"source": "MW"
},
"voluntary": {
"def": "(adjective) done or given because you want to and not because you are forced to : done or given by choice",
"source": "MW"
},
"voting:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make an official choice for or against someone or something by casting a ballot, raising your hand, speaking your choice aloud, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"voting:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a machine that you use to cast a vote and that records and counts all of the votes made for each possible choice",
"source": "MW"
},
"voting": {
"def": "(verb) to make an official choice for or against someone or something by casting a ballot, raising your hand, speaking your choice aloud, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"vulnerability:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) easily hurt or harmed physically, mentally, or emotionally —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"vulnerability": {
"def": "(adjective) easily hurt or harmed physically, mentally, or emotionally —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"vulnerable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) easily hurt or harmed physically, mentally, or emotionally —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"vulnerable": {
"def": "(adjective) easily hurt or harmed physically, mentally, or emotionally —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"wander:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move around or go to different places usually without having a particular purpose or direction",
"source": "MW"
},
"wander": {
"def": "(verb) to move around or go to different places usually without having a particular purpose or direction",
"source": "MW"
},
"warehouse:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large building used for storing goods",
"source": "MW"
},
"warehouse": {
"def": "(noun) a large building used for storing goods",
"source": "MW"
},
"warfare:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long, narrow hole that is dug in the ground : ditch",
"source": "MW"
},
"warfare:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the mind : mental",
"source": "MW"
},
"warfare": {
"def": "(noun) military fighting in a war",
"source": "MW"
},
"warming:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become warm or to make (someone or something) warm",
"source": "MW"
},
"warming:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the recent increase in the world's temperature that is believed to be caused by the increase of certain gases (such as carbon dioxide) in the atmosphere",
"source": "MW"
},
"warming": {
"def": "(verb) to become warm or to make (someone or something) warm",
"source": "MW"
},
"warrant:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a legal document that gives the police permission to search a place for evidence",
"source": "MW"
},
"warrant:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to require or deserve (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"warrant": {
"def": "(noun) a document issued by a court that gives the police the power to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"weave:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make something (such as cloth) by crossing threads or other long pieces of material over and under each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"weave:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a pattern in a woven cloth : a particular way of weaving cloth",
"source": "MW"
},
"weave": {
"def": "(verb) to make something (such as cloth) by crossing threads or other long pieces of material over and under each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"weed:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an herb with leaves that are used in cooking and with seeds that are used in flavoring foods such as pickles —called also (US) dill weed",
"source": "MW"
},
"weed:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to pass urine from the body : urinate—used especially by children or when talking to children",
"source": "MW"
},
"weed": {
"def": "(noun) a plant that grows very quickly where it is not wanted and covers or kills more desirable plants",
"source": "MW"
},
"weekly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening, done, or made every week",
"source": "MW"
},
"weekly:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as an idea or set of ideas) from which another thing develops or can develop —usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"weekly": {
"def": "(adjective) happening, done, or made every week",
"source": "MW"
},
"weird:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) unusual or strange",
"source": "MW"
},
"weird": {
"def": "(adjective) unusual or strange",
"source": "MW"
},
"welfare:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a social system in which a government is responsible for the economic and social welfare of its citizens and has policies to provide free health care, money for people without jobs, etc.; also : a country that has such a system",
"source": "MW"
},
"welfare": {
"def": "(noun) a government program for poor or unemployed people that helps pay for their food, housing, medical costs, etc. —often used before another noun —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"well-being:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being happy, healthy, or successful —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"well-being": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being happy, healthy, or successful —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"whatsoever:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of any kind or amount at all",
"source": "MW"
},
"whatsoever:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) not any of a group of people or things : no amount or part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"whatsoever": {
"def": "(adjective) of any kind or amount at all",
"source": "MW"
},
"wheat:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the seed coverings and other plant parts that cannot be eaten and are removed from grain",
"source": "MW"
},
"wheat:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made from wheat from which no part (such as the bran) has been removed",
"source": "MW"
},
"wheat:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (two or more people or things) to stop being together, joined, or connected : to make (people or things) separate",
"source": "MW"
},
"wheat": {
"def": "(noun) a kind of grain that is used to make flour for breads, cookies, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"whereby:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) by which : according to which",
"source": "MW"
},
"whereby": {
"def": "(conjunction) by which : according to which",
"source": "MW"
},
"whip:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a thin line in the surface of something that is broken but not separated into pieces —often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"whip:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to break (something) so that there are lines in its surface but it is usually not separated into pieces",
"source": "MW"
},
"whip:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) agreeing with what is thought to be right or acceptable",
"source": "MW"
},
"whip": {
"def": "(noun) a long, thin piece of leather or similar material that is attached to a handle and that is used for hitting a person as punishment or to hit an animal (such as a horse) to make it move faster",
"source": "MW"
},
"whoever:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) whatever person : any person at all",
"source": "MW"
},
"whoever": {
"def": "(pronoun) whatever person : any person at all",
"source": "MW"
},
"widespread:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) common over a wide area or among many people",
"source": "MW"
},
"widespread": {
"def": "(adjective) common over a wide area or among many people",
"source": "MW"
},
"widow:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a poisonous American spider —called also black widow spider",
"source": "MW"
},
"widow": {
"def": "(noun) a woman whose husband has died",
"source": "MW"
},
"willingness:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not refusing to do something : ready—followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"willingness": {
"def": "(adjective) not refusing to do something : ready—followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"wit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a point that marks the limit of something : the point at which something no longer continues to happen or exist",
"source": "MW"
},
"wit:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done or happening in a short amount of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"wit": {
"def": "(noun) an ability to say or write things that are clever and usually funny",
"source": "MW"
},
"withdrawal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act of moving something away or taking something away",
"source": "MW"
},
"withdrawal": {
"def": "(noun) an act of moving something away or taking something away",
"source": "MW"
},
"workforce:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the group of people who work for a particular organization or business",
"source": "MW"
},
"workforce": {
"def": "(noun) the group of people who work for a particular organization or business",
"source": "MW"
},
"workout:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a job or activity that you do regularly especially in order to earn money",
"source": "MW"
},
"workout:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have a job",
"source": "MW"
},
"workout": {
"def": "(noun) a period of physical exercise that you do in order to improve your fitness, ability, or performance",
"source": "MW"
},
"workplace:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the office, factory, etc., where people work",
"source": "MW"
},
"workplace": {
"def": "(noun) the office, factory, etc., where people work",
"source": "MW"
},
"workshop:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place where things are made or repaired",
"source": "MW"
},
"workshop": {
"def": "(noun) a place where things are made or repaired",
"source": "MW"
},
"worm:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an animal that has wings and is covered with feathers",
"source": "MW"
},
"worm:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or proceed by twisting and turning",
"source": "MW"
},
"worm:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) existing or happening near the beginning of a period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"worm": {
"def": "(noun) a long, thin animal that has a soft body with no legs or bones and that often lives in the ground",
"source": "MW"
},
"worship:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to honor or respect (someone or something) as a god",
"source": "MW"
},
"worship:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a building in which a family lives —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"worship:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"worship": {
"def": "(verb) to honor or respect (someone or something) as a god",
"source": "MW"
},
"worthwhile:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) worth doing or getting : good enough, important enough, etc., to be worth spending time, effort, or money on",
"source": "MW"
},
"worthwhile:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"worthwhile:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to indicate the value of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"worthwhile": {
"def": "(adjective) worth doing or getting : good enough, important enough, etc., to be worth spending time, effort, or money on",
"source": "MW"
},
"worthy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) good and deserving respect, praise, or attention",
"source": "MW"
},
"worthy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a short statement about something or someone : an act of mentioning something or someone—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"worthy": {
"def": "(adjective) good and deserving respect, praise, or attention",
"source": "MW"
},
"yell:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say (something) very loudly especially because you are angry, surprised, or are trying to get someone's attention —often + at —often + out",
"source": "MW"
},
"yell:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the body containing the brain, eyes, ears, nose, and mouth",
"source": "MW"
},
"yell": {
"def": "(verb) to say (something) very loudly especially because you are angry, surprised, or are trying to get someone's attention —often + at —often + out",
"source": "MW"
},
"a:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an advanced test in a particular subject that students in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland take usually at the age of 18 —called also Advanced level",
"source": "MW"
},
"a:indefinite article": {
"def": "(indefinite article) —used before singular nouns when the person or thing is being mentioned for the first time",
"source": "MW"
},
"a:prefix": {
"def": "(prefix) not : without",
"source": "MW"
},
"a:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) with a separate price for each item on the menu",
"source": "MW"
},
"a:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in the manner or style of (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"a:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) topped with ice cream",
"source": "MW"
},
"a": {
"def": "(noun) the first letter of the English alphabet",
"source": "MW"
},
"abandon:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to leave and never return to (someone who needs protection or help)",
"source": "MW"
},
"abandon:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large boat used for traveling long distances over the sea",
"source": "MW"
},
"abandon:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not showing proper concern about the possible bad results of your actions",
"source": "MW"
},
"abandon": {
"def": "(verb) to leave and never return to (someone who needs protection or help)",
"source": "MW"
},
"able:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a healthy and strong body : physically fit",
"source": "MW"
},
"able:adjective suffix": {
"def": "(adjective suffix) fit for or worthy of being",
"source": "MW"
},
"able": {
"def": "(adjective) having the power, skill, money, etc., that is needed to do something —usually followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"abroad:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in or to a foreign country",
"source": "MW"
},
"abroad:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) large from one side to the other side : wide",
"source": "MW"
},
"abroad": {
"def": "(adverb) in or to a foreign country",
"source": "MW"
},
"abscond:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go away or escape from a place secretly",
"source": "MW"
},
"abscond": {
"def": "(verb) to go away or escape from a place secretly",
"source": "MW"
},
"absolute:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) complete and total —often used informally to make a statement more forceful —sometimes used with the most",
"source": "MW"
},
"absolute:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the amount of an area, room, surface, etc., that is empty or available for use",
"source": "MW"
},
"absolute": {
"def": "(adjective) complete and total —often used informally to make a statement more forceful —sometimes used with the most",
"source": "MW"
},
"absolutely:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in an absolute way: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"absolutely:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) so important that you must do it or have it : absolutely needed",
"source": "MW"
},
"absolutely": {
"def": "(adverb) in an absolute way: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"abundance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large amount of something : an abundant amount of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"abundance": {
"def": "(noun) a large amount of something : an abundant amount of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"abundant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) existing or occurring in large amounts",
"source": "MW"
},
"abundant": {
"def": "(adjective) existing or occurring in large amounts",
"source": "MW"
},
"academic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to schools and education",
"source": "MW"
},
"academic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the time during a year when a school has classes",
"source": "MW"
},
"academic": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to schools and education",
"source": "MW"
},
"acceptable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) capable or worthy of being accepted —sometimes + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"acceptable": {
"def": "(adjective) capable or worthy of being accepted —sometimes + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"access:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of a computer in which information is stored temporarily when a program is being used —called also random-access memory",
"source": "MW"
},
"access:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to gain access to (something): such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"access:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) far away : distant",
"source": "MW"
},
"access": {
"def": "(noun) a way of getting near, at, or to something or someone —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"accident:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a serious illness caused when a blood vessel in your brain suddenly breaks or is blocked",
"source": "MW"
},
"accident:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) likely to do, have, or suffer from something—usually + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"accident:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stay in a place until an expected event happens, until someone arrives, until it is your turn to do something, etc. —often followed by to + verb —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"accident": {
"def": "(noun) a sudden event (such as a crash) that is not planned or intended and that causes damage or injury",
"source": "MW"
},
"accompany:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go somewhere with (someone) : to be a companion for (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"accompany": {
"def": "(verb) to go somewhere with (someone) : to be a companion for (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"according to:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) as stated, reported, or recorded by (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"according to:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a plan of things that will be done and the times when they will be done",
"source": "MW"
},
"according to": {
"def": "(preposition) as stated, reported, or recorded by (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"account:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an arrangement that allows an employee (such as someone who is traveling for business) to pay for things using the company's money instead of the employee's money",
"source": "MW"
},
"account:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to think of (someone or something) in a specified way—usually used as (be) accounted",
"source": "MW"
},
"account:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having no worth or value : worthless",
"source": "MW"
},
"account": {
"def": "(noun) a record of money that has been paid and money that has been received : bill",
"source": "MW"
},
"accurate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) free from mistakes or errors",
"source": "MW"
},
"accurate": {
"def": "(adjective) free from mistakes or errors",
"source": "MW"
},
"accuse:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to blame (someone) for something wrong or illegal : to say that someone is guilty of a fault or crime —often + of —sometimes used humorously",
"source": "MW"
},
"accuse": {
"def": "(verb) to blame (someone) for something wrong or illegal : to say that someone is guilty of a fault or crime —often + of —sometimes used humorously",
"source": "MW"
},
"achieve:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to get or reach (something) by working hard",
"source": "MW"
},
"achieve": {
"def": "(verb) to get or reach (something) by working hard",
"source": "MW"
},
"achievement:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that has been done or achieved through effort : a result of hard work",
"source": "MW"
},
"achievement": {
"def": "(noun) something that has been done or achieved through effort : a result of hard work",
"source": "MW"
},
"acquire:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to get (something) : to come to own (something) : to come to have (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"acquire": {
"def": "(verb) to get (something) : to come to own (something) : to come to have (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"acrimony:noun": {
"def": "(noun) angry and bitter feelings",
"source": "MW"
},
"acrimony": {
"def": "(noun) angry and bitter feelings",
"source": "MW"
},
"act:noun": {
"def": "(noun) angry or violent behavior or feelings",
"source": "MW"
},
"act:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) clean : to remove dirt, marks, etc., from (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"act:abbreviation": {
"def": "(abbreviation) American College Test",
"source": "MW"
},
"act": {
"def": "(noun) something that is done",
"source": "MW"
},
"action:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a movie or scene in which actors and sets are used : a movie or scene that is not produced by animation",
"source": "MW"
},
"action:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) filled with action, danger, and excitement",
"source": "MW"
},
"action": {
"def": "(noun) something that a person or group does —often used with take",
"source": "MW"
},
"active:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) doing things that require physical movement and energy",
"source": "MW"
},
"active:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the sounds that you make with your mouth and throat when you are speaking, singing, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"active": {
"def": "(adjective) doing things that require physical movement and energy",
"source": "MW"
},
"activity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a nest for bees —called also beehive",
"source": "MW"
},
"activity": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being active : behavior or actions of a particular kind",
"source": "MW"
},
"actor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an actor who is known for playing many different and unusual characters",
"source": "MW"
},
"actor": {
"def": "(noun) a person who acts in a play, movie, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"actress:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a woman or girl who acts in a play, movie, etc. : a female actor",
"source": "MW"
},
"actress": {
"def": "(noun) a woman or girl who acts in a play, movie, etc. : a female actor",
"source": "MW"
},
"ad:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a notice in a newspaper, magazine, etc., that lets people know about something that you want to buy or sell, a job that is available, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"ad:abbreviation": {
"def": "(abbreviation) —used to refer to the years since the birth of Christ",
"source": "MW"
},
"ad:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) formed or used for a special purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"ad:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to say that something happens or is done so many times or for such a long time that it makes people annoyed, disgusted, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"ad:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make up words or music in a performance instead of saying or playing something that has been planned : improvise",
"source": "MW"
},
"ad": {
"def": "(noun) advertisement",
"source": "MW"
},
"adapt:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to change your behavior so that it is easier to live in a particular place or situation —usually + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"adapt": {
"def": "(verb) to change your behavior so that it is easier to live in a particular place or situation —usually + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"addition:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of joining something to something else : the act or process of adding something—often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"addition": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of joining something to something else : the act or process of adding something—often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"additional:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) more than is usual or expected",
"source": "MW"
},
"additional": {
"def": "(adjective) more than is usual or expected",
"source": "MW"
},
"address:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to write on an envelope, package, letter, etc., the name and address of the person or business it is being sent to",
"source": "MW"
},
"address:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who gives information on television or radio",
"source": "MW"
},
"address": {
"def": "(verb) to write on an envelope, package, letter, etc., the name and address of the person or business it is being sent to",
"source": "MW"
},
"administration:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a program of studies in a college or university that teaches students how to run a business",
"source": "MW"
},
"administration:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"administration": {
"def": "(noun) the activities that relate to running a company, school, or other organization",
"source": "MW"
},
"admire:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to feel respect or approval for (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"admire": {
"def": "(verb) to feel respect or approval for (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"adopt:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take a child of other parents legally as your own child",
"source": "MW"
},
"adopt": {
"def": "(verb) to take a child of other parents legally as your own child",
"source": "MW"
},
"adulation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) extreme admiration or praise",
"source": "MW"
},
"adulation": {
"def": "(noun) extreme admiration or praise",
"source": "MW"
},
"adult:noun": {
"def": "(noun) classes taken by adult students usually in the evenings —called also adult education",
"source": "MW"
},
"adult:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) fully grown and developed",
"source": "MW"
},
"adult": {
"def": "(noun) a fully grown person or animal",
"source": "MW"
},
"advanced:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) beyond the basic level",
"source": "MW"
},
"advanced:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move forward",
"source": "MW"
},
"advanced:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an advanced test in a particular subject that students in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland take usually at the age of 18 —called also Advanced level",
"source": "MW"
},
"advanced": {
"def": "(adjective) beyond the basic level",
"source": "MW"
},
"advantage:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a good position or condition) that helps to make someone or something better or more likely to succeed than others",
"source": "MW"
},
"advantage:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to carry or move (something) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"advantage": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a good position or condition) that helps to make someone or something better or more likely to succeed than others",
"source": "MW"
},
"adversity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a difficult situation or condition : misfortune or tragedy",
"source": "MW"
},
"adversity": {
"def": "(noun) a difficult situation or condition : misfortune or tragedy",
"source": "MW"
},
"advertise:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make the public aware of something (such as a product) that is being sold",
"source": "MW"
},
"advertise": {
"def": "(verb) to make the public aware of something (such as a product) that is being sold",
"source": "MW"
},
"advertisement:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small advertisement that is grouped with others that are like it in a special section of a newspaper or magazine or on a Web site—usually plural —called also classified advertisement, small ad",
"source": "MW"
},
"advertisement:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"advertisement": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a short film or a written notice) that is shown or presented to the public to help sell a product or to make an announcement —often + for —called also ad, advert",
"source": "MW"
},
"advertising:noun": {
"def": "(noun) published or broadcast advertisements",
"source": "MW"
},
"advertising:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make the public aware of something (such as a product) that is being sold",
"source": "MW"
},
"advertising:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to things that influence your mind in a way that you do not notice",
"source": "MW"
},
"advertising": {
"def": "(noun) published or broadcast advertisements",
"source": "MW"
},
"advice:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an article in a newspaper or magazine that offers advice to people who write to ask for help with a problem —called also (British) agony column",
"source": "MW"
},
"advice:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in opposition to (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"advice": {
"def": "(noun) an opinion or suggestion about what someone should do",
"source": "MW"
},
"advise:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give an opinion or suggestion to someone about what should be done : to give advice to (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"advise": {
"def": "(verb) to give an opinion or suggestion to someone about what should be done : to give advice to (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"aegis:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the power to protect, control, or support something or someone—used in the phrase under the aegis of",
"source": "MW"
},
"aegis": {
"def": "(noun) the power to protect, control, or support something or someone—used in the phrase under the aegis of",
"source": "MW"
},
"affair:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a romantic or sexual relationship especially between two people who are not married to each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"affair:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) not any of a group of people or things : no amount or part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"affair": {
"def": "(noun) work or activities done for a purpose : commercial, professional, public, or personal business",
"source": "MW"
},
"afford:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be able to pay for (something) —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"afford:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a bad or imperfect way : badly poorly —often hyphenated",
"source": "MW"
},
"afford": {
"def": "(verb) to be able to pay for (something) —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"afternoon:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the middle part of the day : the part of the day between noon and evening —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"afternoon:interjection": {
"def": "(interjection) —used to say hello to someone in the afternoon",
"source": "MW"
},
"afternoon": {
"def": "(noun) the middle part of the day : the part of the day between noon and evening —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"afterwards:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at a later time : after something has happened",
"source": "MW"
},
"afterwards": {
"def": "(adverb) at a later time : after something has happened",
"source": "MW"
},
"agency:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is able to act freely without being controlled by someone else",
"source": "MW"
},
"agency": {
"def": "(noun) a business that provides a particular service",
"source": "MW"
},
"agenda:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a list of things to be considered or done",
"source": "MW"
},
"agenda:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not seen or known",
"source": "MW"
},
"agenda": {
"def": "(noun) a list of things to be considered or done",
"source": "MW"
},
"agent:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an agent who works for the FBI",
"source": "MW"
},
"agent": {
"def": "(noun) a person who does business for another person : a person who acts on behalf of another",
"source": "MW"
},
"ago:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to a degree that is suggested or stated —often + that —often used with as when making a comparison, when giving an example of some quality, or when describing someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"ago:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or travel to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"ago:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a distance —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"ago:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) extending a great distance from one end to the other end : not short",
"source": "MW"
},
"ago": {
"def": "(adverb) in the past : before the present time : before now",
"source": "MW"
},
"agreement:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an official agreement that two people make before they marry in which they state how much of each other's property each will receive if they divorce or if one of them dies",
"source": "MW"
},
"agreement:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not officially requiring that you do something : not able to be enforced by law",
"source": "MW"
},
"agreement:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be able to touch, pick up, or grab (something) by moving or stretching",
"source": "MW"
},
"agreement": {
"def": "(noun) the act of agreeing",
"source": "MW"
},
"ah:interjection": {
"def": "(interjection) —used to express pleasure, relief, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"ah:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to express amazement, joy, or surprise—used in the phrase ooh and aah",
"source": "MW"
},
"ah": {
"def": "(interjection) —used to express pleasure, relief, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"aid:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to provide what is useful or necessary : help —usually + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"aid:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of vehicles or ships that are traveling together usually for protection",
"source": "MW"
},
"aid:trademark": {
"def": "(trademark) —used for a small bandage",
"source": "MW"
},
"aid:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to help or improve something only for a short period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"aid": {
"def": "(verb) to provide what is useful or necessary : help —usually + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"aim:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to carry or move (something) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"aim:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a goal or purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"aim:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at or to a high place or level",
"source": "MW"
},
"aim:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or coming at the end of a process, series of events, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"aim": {
"def": "(verb) to point (a weapon) at a target",
"source": "MW"
},
"aircraft:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a military ship that has a large deck where aircraft take off and land",
"source": "MW"
},
"aircraft:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not heavy : having little weight or less than usual weight",
"source": "MW"
},
"aircraft": {
"def": "(noun) a machine (such as an airplane or a helicopter) that flies through the air —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"airline:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a company that owns and operates many airplanes which are used for carrying passengers and goods to different places —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"airline": {
"def": "(noun) a company that owns and operates many airplanes which are used for carrying passengers and goods to different places —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"airport:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place where aircraft land and take off and where there are buildings for passengers to wait in and for aircraft to be sheltered",
"source": "MW"
},
"airport": {
"def": "(noun) a place where aircraft land and take off and where there are buildings for passengers to wait in and for aircraft to be sheltered",
"source": "MW"
},
"alarm:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a button on an alarm clock that stops the alarm from making noise for a short time so that the sleeper can rest for a few more minutes —called also (chiefly US) snooze alarm",
"source": "MW"
},
"alarm:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to feel a sense of danger : to worry or frighten (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"alarm": {
"def": "(noun) a device that makes a loud sound as a warning or signal",
"source": "MW"
},
"albeit:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) even though : although",
"source": "MW"
},
"albeit": {
"def": "(conjunction) even though : although",
"source": "MW"
},
"album:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that you say, give, or do to show respect or affection for someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"album:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having life : living or alive",
"source": "MW"
},
"album": {
"def": "(noun) a book with blank pages in which you put a collection of photographs, stamps, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"alcohol:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a poisonous alcohol that is used to keep liquids from freezing, as a fuel, etc. —called also methyl alcohol",
"source": "MW"
},
"alcohol": {
"def": "(noun) a clear liquid that has a strong smell, that is used in some medicines and other products, and that is the substance in liquors (such as beer, wine, or whiskey) that can make a person drunk",
"source": "MW"
},
"alcoholic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, containing, or caused by alcohol",
"source": "MW"
},
"alcoholic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who frequently drinks too much alcohol and is unable to live a normal and healthy life : a person who is affected with alcoholism",
"source": "MW"
},
"alcoholic": {
"def": "(adjective) of, containing, or caused by alcohol",
"source": "MW"
},
"all:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) including everything or everyone",
"source": "MW"
},
"all:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) very nearly : almost",
"source": "MW"
},
"all:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) the entire number, quantity, or amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"all:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) entirely : completely",
"source": "MW"
},
"all": {
"def": "(adjective) the whole, entire, total amount, quantity, or extent of",
"source": "MW"
},
"all right:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to a very noticeable degree or extent : very",
"source": "MW"
},
"all right:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) fairly good : satisfactory",
"source": "MW"
},
"all right:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a loud or unpleasant sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"all right:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to talk about the result or effect of something that may happen or be true",
"source": "MW"
},
"all right": {
"def": "(adverb) fairly well : well enough",
"source": "MW"
},
"aloud:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that can be clearly heard : in a voice that can be heard",
"source": "MW"
},
"aloud:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to believe that something is true, that a particular situation exists, that something will happen, etc. —often + that",
"source": "MW"
},
"aloud": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that can be clearly heard : in a voice that can be heard",
"source": "MW"
},
"alter:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to change (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"alter:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a different version of yourself",
"source": "MW"
},
"alter": {
"def": "(verb) to change (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"alternative:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) offering or expressing a choice",
"source": "MW"
},
"alternative:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that can be chosen instead of something else : a choice or option —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"alternative": {
"def": "(adjective) offering or expressing a choice",
"source": "MW"
},
"although:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) despite the fact that : though—used to introduce a fact that makes another fact unusual or surprising",
"source": "MW"
},
"although": {
"def": "(conjunction) despite the fact that : though—used to introduce a fact that makes another fact unusual or surprising",
"source": "MW"
},
"altruism:noun": {
"def": "(noun) feelings and behavior that show a desire to help other people and a lack of selfishness",
"source": "MW"
},
"altruism": {
"def": "(noun) feelings and behavior that show a desire to help other people and a lack of selfishness",
"source": "MW"
},
"aluminium:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a silver metal that is strong and light and that is used for making many products—often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"aluminium": {
"def": "(noun) a silver metal that is strong and light and that is used for making many products—often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"amazed:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing great surprise —often + that —often + at or by —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"amazed:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to surprise and sometimes confuse (someone) very much : to fill (someone) with wonder",
"source": "MW"
},
"amazed": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing great surprise —often + that —often + at or by —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"amazing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing great surprise or wonder : causing amazement",
"source": "MW"
},
"amazing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to surprise and sometimes confuse (someone) very much : to fill (someone) with wonder",
"source": "MW"
},
"amazing": {
"def": "(adjective) causing great surprise or wonder : causing amazement",
"source": "MW"
},
"ambiguous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be understood in more than one way : having more than one possible meaning",
"source": "MW"
},
"ambiguous": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be understood in more than one way : having more than one possible meaning",
"source": "MW"
},
"ambition:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a particular goal or aim : something that a person hopes to do or achieve",
"source": "MW"
},
"ambition:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) rising or reaching very high—usually used in the phrase vaulting ambition",
"source": "MW"
},
"ambition": {
"def": "(noun) a particular goal or aim : something that a person hopes to do or achieve",
"source": "MW"
},
"ambivalent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing very different feelings (such as love and hate) about someone or something at the same time",
"source": "MW"
},
"ambivalent:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an awareness by your body of something in it or on it : sensation",
"source": "MW"
},
"ambivalent": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing very different feelings (such as love and hate) about someone or something at the same time",
"source": "MW"
},
"among:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in or through (a group of people or things)",
"source": "MW"
},
"among:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone or something that is as good, skillful, valuable, etc., as another person or thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"among:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to refer to the one person or thing that remains or that has not been mentioned",
"source": "MW"
},
"among": {
"def": "(preposition) in or through (a group of people or things)",
"source": "MW"
},
"amulet:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small object worn to protect the person wearing it against bad things (such as illness, bad luck, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"amulet": {
"def": "(noun) a small object worn to protect the person wearing it against bad things (such as illness, bad luck, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"analyse:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to study (something) closely and carefully : to learn the nature and relationship of the parts of (something) by a close and careful examination",
"source": "MW"
},
"analyse": {
"def": "(verb) to study (something) closely and carefully : to learn the nature and relationship of the parts of (something) by a close and careful examination",
"source": "MW"
},
"analysis:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the process of studying a procedure or business in order to identify its goals and purposes and create systems and procedures that will achieve them in an efficient way",
"source": "MW"
},
"analysis:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) coming after all others in time, order, or importance : final",
"source": "MW"
},
"analysis": {
"def": "(noun) a careful study of something to learn about its parts, what they do, and how they are related to each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"and:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to join words or groups of words",
"source": "MW"
},
"and:noun": {
"def": "(noun) bed-and-breakfast",
"source": "MW"
},
"and:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) toward the back and then toward the front : backward and forward",
"source": "MW"
},
"and": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to join words or groups of words",
"source": "MW"
},
"animal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a toy in the shape of an animal that usually has fake fur and is filled with soft material —called also (British) soft toy",
"source": "MW"
},
"animal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to animals",
"source": "MW"
},
"animal": {
"def": "(noun) a living thing that is not a human being or plant —often used to refer specifically to mammals as distinguished from other living things (such as fish and birds)",
"source": "MW"
},
"anniversary:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a date that is remembered or celebrated because a special or notable event occurred on that date in a previous year —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"anniversary:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made of silver",
"source": "MW"
},
"anniversary": {
"def": "(noun) a date that is remembered or celebrated because a special or notable event occurred on that date in a previous year —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"announcement:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the business of supplying something (such as electricity, gas, or transportation) to the members of a community",
"source": "MW"
},
"announcement": {
"def": "(noun) a written or spoken statement that tells people about something : public or formal words that announce something",
"source": "MW"
},
"annoy:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to feel slightly angry",
"source": "MW"
},
"annoy": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to feel slightly angry",
"source": "MW"
},
"annoyed:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to feel slightly angry",
"source": "MW"
},
"annoyed": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to feel slightly angry",
"source": "MW"
},
"annoying:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to feel slightly angry",
"source": "MW"
},
"annoying": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to feel slightly angry",
"source": "MW"
},
"annual:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening once a year",
"source": "MW"
},
"annual:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a usually small amount or degree by which something is made larger or greater",
"source": "MW"
},
"annual": {
"def": "(adjective) happening once a year",
"source": "MW"
},
"anomaly:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is unusual or unexpected : something anomalous",
"source": "MW"
},
"anomaly": {
"def": "(noun) something that is unusual or unexpected : something anomalous",
"source": "MW"
},
"antipathy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a strong feeling of dislike —often + to or toward",
"source": "MW"
},
"antipathy": {
"def": "(noun) a strong feeling of dislike —often + to or toward",
"source": "MW"
},
"anxious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) afraid or nervous especially about what may happen : feeling anxiety",
"source": "MW"
},
"anxious": {
"def": "(adjective) afraid or nervous especially about what may happen : feeling anxiety",
"source": "MW"
},
"any:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to indicate a person or thing that is not particular or specific",
"source": "MW"
},
"any:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) any one of the people or things in a group —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"any:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to the least amount or degree",
"source": "MW"
},
"any:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an opportunity to do something : an amount of time or a situation in which something can be done —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"any": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to indicate a person or thing that is not particular or specific",
"source": "MW"
},
"any more:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in the recent or present period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"any more": {
"def": "(adverb) in the recent or present period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"anybody:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) any person : anyone",
"source": "MW"
},
"anybody:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an attempt to give an opinion or answer about something when you do not know much about it or are not sure about it",
"source": "MW"
},
"anybody": {
"def": "(pronoun) any person : anyone",
"source": "MW"
},
"anyway:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) despite something that has been stated before",
"source": "MW"
},
"anyway:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cut something with a sharp object (such as a knife) —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"anyway:noun": {
"def": "(noun) how someone or something does something : how someone or something behaves, appears, feels, etc.—usually singular —often followed by to + verb —often used with in",
"source": "MW"
},
"anyway": {
"def": "(adverb) despite something that has been stated before",
"source": "MW"
},
"apartment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small apartment that has a main room, a very small kitchen, and a bathroom —called also studio, studio flat",
"source": "MW"
},
"apartment": {
"def": "(noun) a usually rented room or set of rooms that is part of a building and is used as a place to live",
"source": "MW"
},
"apathetic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not having or showing much emotion or interest",
"source": "MW"
},
"apathetic": {
"def": "(adjective) not having or showing much emotion or interest",
"source": "MW"
},
"apologize:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to express regret for doing or saying something wrong : to give or make an apology",
"source": "MW"
},
"apologize": {
"def": "(verb) to express regret for doing or saying something wrong : to give or make an apology",
"source": "MW"
},
"app:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an extremely valuable or useful computer program",
"source": "MW"
},
"app": {
"def": "(noun) a computer program that performs a special function : application",
"source": "MW"
},
"apparent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) easy to see or understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"apparent:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the reason why something is done or used : the aim or intention of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"apparent": {
"def": "(adjective) easy to see or understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"appeal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a court that studies the decisions made by a lower court and decides if they were correct —called also (US) appeals court, appeal court",
"source": "MW"
},
"appeal:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be liked by someone : to be pleasing or attractive to someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"appeal": {
"def": "(noun) a quality that causes people to like someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"appearance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the way that someone or something looks",
"source": "MW"
},
"appearance:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone or something) to be in a particular place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"appearance": {
"def": "(noun) the way that someone or something looks",
"source": "MW"
},
"apple:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small, sour apple or the kind of tree that produces it",
"source": "MW"
},
"apple:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) low or poor in quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"apple": {
"def": "(noun) a round fruit with red, yellow, or green skin and firm white flesh —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"application:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a formal and usually written request for something (such as a job, admission to a school, a loan, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"application": {
"def": "(noun) a formal and usually written request for something (such as a job, admission to a school, a loan, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"apply:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be in a condition or situation in which you must have (something) : to require (something) —often used of things",
"source": "MW"
},
"apply": {
"def": "(verb) to ask formally for something (such as a job, admission to a school, a loan, etc.) usually in writing —often + for —sometimes followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"appointment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an agreement to meet with someone at a particular time",
"source": "MW"
},
"appointment": {
"def": "(noun) an agreement to meet with someone at a particular time",
"source": "MW"
},
"appreciate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to understand the worth or importance of (something or someone) : to admire and value (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"appreciate": {
"def": "(verb) to understand the worth or importance of (something or someone) : to admire and value (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"appropriate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) right or suited for some purpose or situation",
"source": "MW"
},
"appropriate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to get or save (money) for a specific use or purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"appropriate": {
"def": "(adjective) right or suited for some purpose or situation",
"source": "MW"
},
"approval:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small piece of paper that you buy and then stick to an envelope or package to pay the cost of mailing it —called also postage stamp",
"source": "MW"
},
"approval:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to discover (something or someone) without planning or trying to : to discover (something or someone) by chance",
"source": "MW"
},
"approval": {
"def": "(noun) the belief that something or someone is good or acceptable : a good opinion of someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"approve:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to believe that something or someone is good or acceptable —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"approve": {
"def": "(verb) to believe that something or someone is good or acceptable —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"approximately:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) almost correct or exact : close in value or amount but not precise",
"source": "MW"
},
"approximately": {
"def": "(adjective) almost correct or exact : close in value or amount but not precise",
"source": "MW"
},
"april:noun": {
"def": "(noun) April 1 celebrated as a day on which people play tricks on each other —called also All Fools' Day",
"source": "MW"
},
"april": {
"def": "(noun) the fourth month of the year —abbr. Apr.",
"source": "MW"
},
"architect:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person whose job is to plan and create large outdoor spaces such as gardens, parks, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"architect": {
"def": "(noun) a person who designs buildings",
"source": "MW"
},
"architecture:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person whose job is to plan and create large outdoor spaces such as gardens, parks, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"architecture": {
"def": "(noun) the art or science of designing and creating buildings",
"source": "MW"
},
"ardent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing very strong feelings",
"source": "MW"
},
"ardent": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing very strong feelings",
"source": "MW"
},
"arduous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very difficult",
"source": "MW"
},
"arduous": {
"def": "(adjective) very difficult",
"source": "MW"
},
"area:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place where soldiers gather and military equipment is prepared before a mission",
"source": "MW"
},
"area": {
"def": "(noun) a part or section within a larger place : region",
"source": "MW"
},
"arguably:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) it can be argued—used to say that a statement is very possibly true even if it is not certainly true",
"source": "MW"
},
"arguably": {
"def": "(adverb) it can be argued—used to say that a statement is very possibly true even if it is not certainly true",
"source": "MW"
},
"argument:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a statement or series of statements for or against something",
"source": "MW"
},
"argument": {
"def": "(noun) a statement or series of statements for or against something",
"source": "MW"
},
"arise:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to begin to occur or to exist",
"source": "MW"
},
"arise:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an increase in amount, number, level, etc.—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"arise": {
"def": "(verb) to begin to occur or to exist",
"source": "MW"
},
"armed:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) involving possible injury, harm, or death : characterized by danger —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"armed:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use force or threats to make (someone) do what is wanted",
"source": "MW"
},
"armed:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of pushing another player away from you with the palm of your hand while your arm is fully extended —called also stiff-arm",
"source": "MW"
},
"armed": {
"def": "(adjective) involving the use of weapons",
"source": "MW"
},
"armour:noun": {
"def": "(noun) special clothing that people wear to protect their bodies from weapons",
"source": "MW"
},
"armour": {
"def": "(noun) special clothing that people wear to protect their bodies from weapons",
"source": "MW"
},
"arms:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a close friend you have worked with, been in the military with, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"arms:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to accept or endure (something) —usually used in questions and negative statements with can, can't, could, and couldn't (US)—+ for",
"source": "MW"
},
"arms:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) with the hands on the hips and the elbows turned outward",
"source": "MW"
},
"arms": {
"def": "(noun) either one of the two long body parts that join the top of your body at the shoulder and that end at the hand or wrist",
"source": "MW"
},
"arrangement:noun": {
"def": "(noun) seats or places to sit",
"source": "MW"
},
"arrangement:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not dead : having life",
"source": "MW"
},
"arrangement": {
"def": "(noun) the way that things or people are organized for a particular purpose or activity : the way that things or people are arranged",
"source": "MW"
},
"arrest:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stay away from (someone or something) : to avoid (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"arrest:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the condition of being forced to stay in your home rather than in prison as a form of punishment—often used with under",
"source": "MW"
},
"arrest:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the heart",
"source": "MW"
},
"arrest:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in or to a lower place than (something) : below or beneath (something) : underneath",
"source": "MW"
},
"arrest": {
"def": "(verb) to use the power of the law to take and keep (someone, such as a criminal) —often used as (be) arrested",
"source": "MW"
},
"arrival:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the thing that is measured as seconds, minutes, hours, days, years, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"arrival:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not old : recently born, built, or created",
"source": "MW"
},
"arrival": {
"def": "(noun) the act of coming to or reaching a place : the act of arriving",
"source": "MW"
},
"arrive:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to come to or reach a place after traveling, being sent, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"arrive": {
"def": "(verb) to come to or reach a place after traveling, being sent, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"art:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of art that is created in front of or presented to an audience by the artist",
"source": "MW"
},
"art": {
"def": "(noun) something that is created with imagination and skill and that is beautiful or that expresses important ideas or feelings",
"source": "MW"
},
"article:noun": {
"def": "(noun) strong belief or trust in someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"article:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to work for a group of lawyers, architects, etc., while you are learning to become a lawyer, architect, etc. —usually used as (be) articled to",
"source": "MW"
},
"article:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) actual, real, or true : not false or fake —often used in the phrase the genuine article to refer to someone or something that is not a copy or substitute",
"source": "MW"
},
"article": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of writing about a particular subject that is included in a magazine, newspaper, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"artificial:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not natural or real : made, produced, or done to seem like something natural",
"source": "MW"
},
"artificial:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the form of energy that makes it possible to see things : the brightness produced by the sun, by fire, by a lamp, etc. —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"artificial": {
"def": "(adjective) not natural or real : made, produced, or done to seem like something natural",
"source": "MW"
},
"artist:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person whose job is to draw tattoos on people's bodies —called also tattoo artist",
"source": "MW"
},
"artist": {
"def": "(noun) a person who creates art : a person who is skilled at drawing, painting, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"artistic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to art or artists",
"source": "MW"
},
"artistic": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to art or artists",
"source": "MW"
},
"as:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to a degree that is suggested or stated —often + that —often used with as when making a comparison, when giving an example of some quality, or when describing someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"as:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) to the extent or degree that",
"source": "MW"
},
"as:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to indicate how a person or thing appears, is thought of, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"as:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the letters of the English alphabet",
"source": "MW"
},
"as:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe a system of payment in which bills are paid when they are due or goods and services are paid for when they are bought",
"source": "MW"
},
"as:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do something : to take action",
"source": "MW"
},
"as": {
"def": "(adverb) to the same degree or amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"ashamed:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling shame or guilt —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"ashamed": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling shame or guilt —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"assessment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of judging your own achievements or progress",
"source": "MW"
},
"assessment:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"assessment": {
"def": "(noun) the act of making a judgment about something : the act of assessing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"assignment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a job or duty that is given to someone : a task someone is required to do",
"source": "MW"
},
"assignment:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"assignment": {
"def": "(noun) a job or duty that is given to someone : a task someone is required to do",
"source": "MW"
},
"assist:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give support or help : to make it easier for someone to do something or for something to happen : help",
"source": "MW"
},
"assist:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an action that helps someone—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"assist": {
"def": "(verb) to give support or help : to make it easier for someone to do something or for something to happen : help",
"source": "MW"
},
"assistant:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a graduate student who teaches classes at a college or university—abbr. TA",
"source": "MW"
},
"assistant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having the job of helping someone to do work : having a lower rank or position than others in a group, organization, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"assistant": {
"def": "(noun) a person who helps someone; especially : a person whose job is to help another person to do work",
"source": "MW"
},
"associate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to think of one person or thing when you think of another person or thing—usually + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"associate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a degree that is given to a student who has completed two years of study at a junior college, college, or university in the U.S.",
"source": "MW"
},
"associate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a rank or position that is below the highest level in a group, organization, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"associate": {
"def": "(verb) to think of one person or thing when you think of another person or thing—usually + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"associated:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to think of one person or thing when you think of another person or thing—usually + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"associated": {
"def": "(verb) to think of one person or thing when you think of another person or thing—usually + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"association:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a business that is like a bank and that holds and invests the money saved by its members and makes loans to home buyers —called also S&L",
"source": "MW"
},
"association": {
"def": "(noun) an organized group of people who have the same interest, job, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"assume:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to think that something is true or probably true without knowing that it is true",
"source": "MW"
},
"assume": {
"def": "(verb) to think that something is true or probably true without knowing that it is true",
"source": "MW"
},
"astute:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing an ability to notice and understand things clearly : mentally sharp or clever",
"source": "MW"
},
"astute": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing an ability to notice and understand things clearly : mentally sharp or clever",
"source": "MW"
},
"at:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to indicate the place where someone or something is",
"source": "MW"
},
"at:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who is known but who is not a close friend",
"source": "MW"
},
"at:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) beyond the basic level",
"source": "MW"
},
"at:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to blame (someone) for something wrong or illegal : to say that someone is guilty of a fault or crime —often + of —sometimes used humorously",
"source": "MW"
},
"at": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to indicate the place where someone or something is",
"source": "MW"
},
"athlete:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a condition in which the skin between and around the toes cracks and peels",
"source": "MW"
},
"athlete": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is trained in or good at sports, games, or exercises that require physical skill and strength",
"source": "MW"
},
"atone:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do something good as a way to show that you are sorry about doing something bad—usually + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"atone:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the beginning stage or starting point",
"source": "MW"
},
"atone:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) one more of the same kind : another one",
"source": "MW"
},
"atone:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very fierce or cruel",
"source": "MW"
},
"atone": {
"def": "(verb) to do something good as a way to show that you are sorry about doing something bad—usually + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"attach:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to fasten or join one thing to another —often used as (be) attached —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"attach": {
"def": "(verb) to fasten or join one thing to another —often used as (be) attached —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"attend:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go to and be present at (an event, meeting, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"attend": {
"def": "(verb) to go to and be present at (an event, meeting, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"attitude:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the way you think and feel about someone or something —often + to, toward, or towards",
"source": "MW"
},
"attitude:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to get (something desirable)",
"source": "MW"
},
"attitude": {
"def": "(noun) the way you think and feel about someone or something —often + to, toward, or towards",
"source": "MW"
},
"attorney:noun": {
"def": "(noun) state attorney",
"source": "MW"
},
"attorney:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to choose (someone) to have a particular job : to give (someone) a position or duty —often + to —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"attorney": {
"def": "(noun) lawyer—used chiefly as a title",
"source": "MW"
},
"attract:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to choose to do or be involved in something",
"source": "MW"
},
"attract:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone or something that is completely different from someone or something else",
"source": "MW"
},
"attract": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to choose to do or be involved in something",
"source": "MW"
},
"attraction:noun": {
"def": "(noun) any one of the objects in space that are made of burning gas and that look like points of light in the night sky",
"source": "MW"
},
"attraction:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening soon or next",
"source": "MW"
},
"attraction": {
"def": "(noun) something interesting or enjoyable that people want to visit, see, or do",
"source": "MW"
},
"attractive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a pleasing appearance; especially : having a pleasing appearance that causes romantic or sexual feelings in someone : good-looking",
"source": "MW"
},
"attractive": {
"def": "(adjective) having a pleasing appearance; especially : having a pleasing appearance that causes romantic or sexual feelings in someone : good-looking",
"source": "MW"
},
"audacious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very confident and daring : very bold and surprising or shocking",
"source": "MW"
},
"audacious": {
"def": "(adjective) very confident and daring : very bold and surprising or shocking",
"source": "MW"
},
"audience:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that you are trying to do or achieve",
"source": "MW"
},
"audience:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) captured and kept in a prison, cage, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"audience": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people who gather together to listen to something (such as a concert) or watch something (such as a movie or play) : the people who attend a performance",
"source": "MW"
},
"august:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a formal and impressive quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"august:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the eighth month of the year —abbr. Aug.",
"source": "MW"
},
"august": {
"def": "(adjective) having a formal and impressive quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"auspicious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) showing or suggesting that future success is likely",
"source": "MW"
},
"auspicious": {
"def": "(adjective) showing or suggesting that future success is likely",
"source": "MW"
},
"author:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who has written something; especially : a person who has written a book or who writes many books",
"source": "MW"
},
"author:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be the author of (something, such as a book)",
"source": "MW"
},
"author": {
"def": "(noun) a person who has written something; especially : a person who has written a book or who writes many books",
"source": "MW"
},
"autocratic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who rules with total power",
"source": "MW"
},
"autocratic": {
"def": "(noun) a person who rules with total power",
"source": "MW"
},
"automatic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having controls that allow something to work or happen without being directly controlled by a person",
"source": "MW"
},
"automatic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a device that steers a ship, aircraft, or spacecraft in place of a person —called also automatic pilot",
"source": "MW"
},
"automatic": {
"def": "(adjective) having controls that allow something to work or happen without being directly controlled by a person",
"source": "MW"
},
"automatically:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having controls that allow something to work or happen without being directly controlled by a person",
"source": "MW"
},
"automatically": {
"def": "(adjective) having controls that allow something to work or happen without being directly controlled by a person",
"source": "MW"
},
"available:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) easy or possible to get or use",
"source": "MW"
},
"available": {
"def": "(adjective) easy or possible to get or use",
"source": "MW"
},
"avarice:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a strong desire to have or get money : greed",
"source": "MW"
},
"avarice": {
"def": "(noun) a strong desire to have or get money : greed",
"source": "MW"
},
"average:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act of running",
"source": "MW"
},
"average:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) calculated by adding quantities together and then dividing by the number of quantities",
"source": "MW"
},
"average:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have (a specified number) as an average",
"source": "MW"
},
"average": {
"def": "(noun) a number that is calculated by adding quantities together and then dividing the total by the number of quantities",
"source": "MW"
},
"award:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give (a reward or prize) to someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"award:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a prize) that is given to someone or something for being excellent or for doing something that is admired",
"source": "MW"
},
"award:trademark": {
"def": "(trademark) —used for an award given by part of the U.S. film industry to the best actors, directors, etc., of the year",
"source": "MW"
},
"award": {
"def": "(verb) to give (a reward or prize) to someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"babble:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to talk foolishly or too much",
"source": "MW"
},
"babble:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the confusing sound of many people speaking at the same time",
"source": "MW"
},
"babble": {
"def": "(verb) to talk foolishly or too much",
"source": "MW"
},
"background:noun": {
"def": "(noun) sounds that are sung by voices or played on musical instruments —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"background": {
"def": "(noun) the part of a scene or picture that is farthest from the viewer : the part of a scene that is behind a main figure or object in a painting, photograph, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"backwards:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) toward the back : to or toward what is behind",
"source": "MW"
},
"backwards:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have (information of some kind) in your mind —often + how, why, where, etc. —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"backwards": {
"def": "(adverb) toward the back : to or toward what is behind",
"source": "MW"
},
"bacteria:noun": {
"def": "(noun) any one of a group of very small living things that often cause disease—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"bacteria": {
"def": "(noun) any one of a group of very small living things that often cause disease—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"bade:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to offer to pay (a particular amount of money) for something that is being sold : to make a bid at an auction",
"source": "MW"
},
"bade": {
"def": "(verb) to offer to pay (a particular amount of money) for something that is being sold : to make a bid at an auction",
"source": "MW"
},
"badly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in the worst way : in a way that is worse than all others",
"source": "MW"
},
"badly:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to believe that something is true, that a particular situation exists, that something will happen, etc. —often + that",
"source": "MW"
},
"badly": {
"def": "(adverb) in a bad manner",
"source": "MW"
},
"balance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an amount of money available for spending that is based on a plan for how it will be spent —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"balance:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be unable to find (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"balance": {
"def": "(noun) the state of having your weight spread equally so that you do not fall",
"source": "MW"
},
"ball:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a situation or set of conditions",
"source": "MW"
},
"ball:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to form (something) into a ball —often + up",
"source": "MW"
},
"ball": {
"def": "(noun) a usually round object that is used in a game or sport or as a toy",
"source": "MW"
},
"ban:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to forbid people from using (something) : to say that something cannot be used or done",
"source": "MW"
},
"ban:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an official agreement between countries with nuclear weapons to not test those weapons",
"source": "MW"
},
"ban": {
"def": "(verb) to forbid people from using (something) : to say that something cannot be used or done",
"source": "MW"
},
"banal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) boring or ordinary : not interesting",
"source": "MW"
},
"banal": {
"def": "(adjective) boring or ordinary : not interesting",
"source": "MW"
},
"banana:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the most important or powerful person in a group or organization",
"source": "MW"
},
"banana": {
"def": "(noun) a long curved fruit with a thick peel that is yellow when it is ripe",
"source": "MW"
},
"bank:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place where blood is stored so that it later can be given to people who are ill or injured",
"source": "MW"
},
"bank:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something, such as an airplane) to tilt or lean to one side when turning",
"source": "MW"
},
"bank": {
"def": "(noun) a business where people keep their money, borrow money, etc., or the building where such a business operates —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"bar:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a counter at a party or other gathering where alcoholic drinks are served for free",
"source": "MW"
},
"bar:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put a bar or a set of bars in front of a door, window, etc., so that people cannot go in or out of it",
"source": "MW"
},
"bar:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) —used in the phrase bar none to emphasize that a statement is completely true",
"source": "MW"
},
"bar": {
"def": "(noun) a building or room where alcoholic drinks and sometimes food are served",
"source": "MW"
},
"barrier:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the system of words or signs that people use to express thoughts and feelings to each other —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"barrier": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a fence or natural obstacle) that prevents or blocks movement from one place to another",
"source": "MW"
},
"baseball:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a rounded cap that fits close to the head and that has a long visor",
"source": "MW"
},
"baseball": {
"def": "(noun) a game played on a large field by two teams of nine players who try to score runs by hitting a small ball with a bat and then running to each of the four bases without being put out —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"based:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not tightly fastened, attached, or held",
"source": "MW"
},
"based:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have a particular place as the main place where a person works or lives or where a business operates —often used as (be) based",
"source": "MW"
},
"based:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a choice that you make about something after thinking about it : the result of deciding",
"source": "MW"
},
"based": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe the base or basis of something —often used in combination",
"source": "MW"
},
"basically:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a general or basic way—used to say that something is true or correct as a general statement even if it is not entirely true or correct",
"source": "MW"
},
"basically": {
"def": "(adverb) in a general or basic way—used to say that something is true or correct as a general statement even if it is not entirely true or correct",
"source": "MW"
},
"basis:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the name that comes first in someone's full name",
"source": "MW"
},
"basis:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or used in a test that is done for a period of time to see if something is worth buying, using, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"basis:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or turn in a circle",
"source": "MW"
},
"basis": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as an idea or set of ideas) from which another thing develops or can develop —usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"basketball:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a game in which two teams of five players bounce a ball and try to score points by throwing the ball through one of the raised nets at each end of a rectangular court —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"basketball": {
"def": "(noun) a game in which two teams of five players bounce a ball and try to score points by throwing the ball through one of the raised nets at each end of a rectangular court —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"bath:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a bath in which water moves around in strong currents to massage a person's body",
"source": "MW"
},
"bath:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to wash (someone) in a container filled with water : to give a bath to (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"bath": {
"def": "(noun) the act of washing the body usually by sitting or lying in a container filled with water",
"source": "MW"
},
"bathroom:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a crack, hole, etc., that is caused by damage, injury, or pressure",
"source": "MW"
},
"bathroom": {
"def": "(noun) a room with a sink and toilet and usually a bathtub or shower",
"source": "MW"
},
"battery:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sealed container that holds chemicals which are used for producing electricity —called also dry battery",
"source": "MW"
},
"battery:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or produced by a type of farming in which animals (such as chickens) are kept in small cages",
"source": "MW"
},
"battery": {
"def": "(noun) a device that is placed inside a machine (such as a clock, toy, or car) to supply it with electricity",
"source": "MW"
},
"be:verb": {
"def": "(verb) —used to indicate the identity of a person or thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"be:prefix": {
"def": "(prefix) make : cause to be : treat as",
"source": "MW"
},
"be:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a woman who is going to be married soon",
"source": "MW"
},
"be": {
"def": "(verb) —used to indicate the identity of a person or thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"beach:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small vehicle with very large tires for driving on sand —called also beach buggy",
"source": "MW"
},
"beach:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (a boat or ship) to go out of the water and onto a beach",
"source": "MW"
},
"beach": {
"def": "(noun) an area covered with sand or small rocks that is next to an ocean or lake",
"source": "MW"
},
"bean:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large, flat, pale green seed that is eaten as a vegetable —called also (chiefly British) broad bean",
"source": "MW"
},
"bean:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit (someone) on the head with something",
"source": "MW"
},
"bean": {
"def": "(noun) a seed that is eaten as a vegetable and that comes from any one of many different kinds of climbing plants",
"source": "MW"
},
"beautiful:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having beauty: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"beautiful": {
"def": "(adjective) having beauty: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"beauty:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the body that you see with",
"source": "MW"
},
"beauty:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to look at (something) : to see (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"beauty": {
"def": "(noun) the quality of being physically attractive —sometimes used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"because:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) for the reason that",
"source": "MW"
},
"because:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to an exact degree or in an exact manner",
"source": "MW"
},
"because": {
"def": "(conjunction) for the reason that",
"source": "MW"
},
"bedroom:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a bedroom for guests —called also guest bedroom",
"source": "MW"
},
"bedroom:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) lived in by people who go to another town or city to work",
"source": "MW"
},
"bedroom": {
"def": "(noun) a room used for sleeping",
"source": "MW"
},
"bee:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a hat that ties under the chin",
"source": "MW"
},
"bee:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) actively doing something —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"bee": {
"def": "(noun) a black and yellow flying insect that can sting and that is often kept in hives for the honey that it produces —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"beef:noun": {
"def": "(noun) beef that has been preserved in salt water",
"source": "MW"
},
"beef:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to crush or break (something) into very small pieces by rubbing it against a rough surface or using a special machine",
"source": "MW"
},
"beef": {
"def": "(noun) meat from a cow —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"beer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) small potatoes",
"source": "MW"
},
"beer": {
"def": "(noun) an alcoholic drink made from malt and flavored with hops",
"source": "MW"
},
"beginning:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the point or time at which something begins : a starting point—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"beginning:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) involving or learning about the simple or basic parts of a subject",
"source": "MW"
},
"beginning:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do the first part of an action : to start doing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"beginning:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to or toward the inside of something (such as a building)",
"source": "MW"
},
"beginning": {
"def": "(noun) the point or time at which something begins : a starting point—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"behave:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to act in an acceptable way : to act properly",
"source": "MW"
},
"behave": {
"def": "(verb) to act in an acceptable way : to act properly",
"source": "MW"
},
"behavior:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the way a person or animal acts or behaves",
"source": "MW"
},
"behavior:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) better than all others in quality or value",
"source": "MW"
},
"behavior": {
"def": "(noun) the way a person or animal acts or behaves",
"source": "MW"
},
"behaviour:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the way a person or animal acts or behaves",
"source": "MW"
},
"behaviour": {
"def": "(noun) the way a person or animal acts or behaves",
"source": "MW"
},
"behemoth:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something very big and powerful",
"source": "MW"
},
"behemoth": {
"def": "(noun) something very big and powerful",
"source": "MW"
},
"being:noun": {
"def": "(noun) plant material that cannot be digested but that helps you to digest other food",
"source": "MW"
},
"being:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) since—usually + that or as or as how",
"source": "MW"
},
"being:verb": {
"def": "(verb) —used to indicate the identity of a person or thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"being:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) the same in number, amount, degree, rank, or quality —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"being": {
"def": "(noun) a living thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"belief:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the best person or thing : the best group of people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"belief:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone or something) very poor",
"source": "MW"
},
"belief:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) on or to the farther part or side of (something) : at a greater distance than (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"belief:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) protected from danger or harm",
"source": "MW"
},
"belief": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of being sure that someone or something exists or that something is true —often + in —often + that",
"source": "MW"
},
"belittle:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to describe (someone or something) as little or unimportant",
"source": "MW"
},
"belittle": {
"def": "(verb) to describe (someone or something) as little or unimportant",
"source": "MW"
},
"bell:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large container that is open at the bottom, filled with air, and lowered into deep water to provide a dry place for underwater workers",
"source": "MW"
},
"bell:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) in good condition : solid and strong",
"source": "MW"
},
"bell:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (an object or device, such as a bell) to make a sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"bell": {
"def": "(noun) a hollow usually cup-shaped metal object that makes a ringing sound when it is hit",
"source": "MW"
},
"bellicose:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing a tendency to argue or fight",
"source": "MW"
},
"bellicose": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing a tendency to argue or fight",
"source": "MW"
},
"bellow:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to shout in a deep voice",
"source": "MW"
},
"bellow": {
"def": "(verb) to shout in a deep voice",
"source": "MW"
},
"belly:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the small, hollow or raised area in the middle of your stomach —called also belly button",
"source": "MW"
},
"belly:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something, such as a sail) to curve or bulge outward",
"source": "MW"
},
"belly": {
"def": "(noun) a person's stomach or the part of the body that contains the stomach",
"source": "MW"
},
"belong:verb": {
"def": "(verb) —used to say that someone or something should be in a particular place or situation",
"source": "MW"
},
"belong:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) for or during a long time : for many years, days, hours, etc. —sometimes used in combination",
"source": "MW"
},
"belong": {
"def": "(verb) —used to say that someone or something should be in a particular place or situation",
"source": "MW"
},
"bent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very determined to do something especially when the results might be bad—usually + on —sometimes followed by to + verb in U.S. English",
"source": "MW"
},
"bent:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the form or outline of an object",
"source": "MW"
},
"bent:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use force to cause (something, such as a wire or pipe) to become curved",
"source": "MW"
},
"bent": {
"def": "(adjective) having a shape that is changed by bending : not straight",
"source": "MW"
},
"best:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) in good health : healthy",
"source": "MW"
},
"best:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) completely and thoroughly",
"source": "MW"
},
"best:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a popular product (such as a book) that many people have bought",
"source": "MW"
},
"best:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do better than (someone or something) : to defeat or outdo (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"best": {
"def": "(adjective) better than all others in quality or value",
"source": "MW"
},
"bet:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to grow, change, etc., that separates plants and animals from things like water or rocks",
"source": "MW"
},
"bet:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a bet : to risk losing something (such as money) if your guess about what will happen is wrong",
"source": "MW"
},
"bet:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not having any doubt about something : convinced or certain",
"source": "MW"
},
"bet": {
"def": "(noun) an agreement in which people try to guess what will happen and the person who guesses wrong has to give something (such as money) to the person who guesses right",
"source": "MW"
},
"better:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) in good health : healthy",
"source": "MW"
},
"better:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) completely and thoroughly",
"source": "MW"
},
"better:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who makes a bet",
"source": "MW"
},
"better:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) better : improve",
"source": "MW"
},
"better": {
"def": "(adjective) higher in quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"bicycle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an exercise machine that you pedal like a bicycle but that stays in one place —called also stationary bicycle",
"source": "MW"
},
"bicycle:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to ride a bicycle",
"source": "MW"
},
"bicycle": {
"def": "(noun) a 2-wheeled vehicle that a person rides by pushing on foot pedals",
"source": "MW"
},
"bike:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone or something that chops something",
"source": "MW"
},
"bike:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to ride a bicycle",
"source": "MW"
},
"bike": {
"def": "(noun) motorcycle",
"source": "MW"
},
"bill:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a bill prepared or introduced in the British House of Commons by a private member",
"source": "MW"
},
"bill:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to send a bill to (someone or something) : to provide (a person, business, organization, etc.) with a statement that says how much money is owed for something that has been bought or used",
"source": "MW"
},
"bill": {
"def": "(noun) a document that says how much money you owe for something you have bought or used",
"source": "MW"
},
"billion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a unit of time that is equal to 12 months or 365 or sometimes 366 days",
"source": "MW"
},
"billion": {
"def": "(noun) the number 1,000,000,000 : one thousand million",
"source": "MW"
},
"bin:noun": {
"def": "(noun) things that are no longer useful or wanted and that have been thrown out : trash",
"source": "MW"
},
"bin:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) in the trash",
"source": "MW"
},
"bin": {
"def": "(noun) a box that is used for storing things",
"source": "MW"
},
"biology:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a science that deals with things that are alive (such as plants and animals)",
"source": "MW"
},
"biology": {
"def": "(noun) a science that deals with things that are alive (such as plants and animals)",
"source": "MW"
},
"birthday:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a set of clothes that usually consists of a jacket and a skirt or pair of pants that are made out of the same material",
"source": "MW"
},
"birthday": {
"def": "(noun) the day when someone was born or the anniversary of that day —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"biscuit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a hard, dry cracker for dogs",
"source": "MW"
},
"biscuit": {
"def": "(noun) a small, light roll that is eaten as part of a meal",
"source": "MW"
},
"bite:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give food to (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"bite:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the body containing the brain, eyes, ears, nose, and mouth",
"source": "MW"
},
"bite:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) small enough to be eaten in one bite",
"source": "MW"
},
"bite": {
"def": "(verb) to press down on or cut into (someone or something) with the teeth —often + off —often + down, into, or through",
"source": "MW"
},
"bitter:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a strong and often unpleasant flavor that is the opposite of sweet",
"source": "MW"
},
"bitter:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small, rounded object that you swallow and that contains medicine, vitamins, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"bitter:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take (something) into your stomach through your mouth and throat",
"source": "MW"
},
"bitter": {
"def": "(adjective) having a strong and often unpleasant flavor that is the opposite of sweet",
"source": "MW"
},
"blame:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to place (someone or something) down gently in a flat position —often + down",
"source": "MW"
},
"blame:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who delivers a message or does other small jobs that involve going somewhere",
"source": "MW"
},
"blame": {
"def": "(verb) to say or think that a person or thing is responsible for something bad that has happened",
"source": "MW"
},
"blank:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) without any writing, marks, or pictures",
"source": "MW"
},
"blank:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of looking directly at someone or something for a long time : the act of staring",
"source": "MW"
},
"blank:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (a picture, image, etc.) by making lines on a surface especially with a pencil, pen, marker, chalk, etc., but not usually with paint",
"source": "MW"
},
"blank:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) from a very close distance",
"source": "MW"
},
"blank": {
"def": "(adjective) without any writing, marks, or pictures",
"source": "MW"
},
"blind:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) unable to see the difference between certain colors",
"source": "MW"
},
"blind:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to be unable to see : to make (someone) blind",
"source": "MW"
},
"blind:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an area around a car, truck, etc., that the driver cannot see",
"source": "MW"
},
"blind:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) without seeing outside of an airplane : using only a plane's instruments",
"source": "MW"
},
"blind": {
"def": "(adjective) unable to see",
"source": "MW"
},
"block:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a block that is made of cement and coal cinders and that is used in building —called also (British) breeze-block",
"source": "MW"
},
"block:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be placed in front of (something, such as a road or path) so that people or things cannot pass through —sometimes + up",
"source": "MW"
},
"block": {
"def": "(noun) a solid piece of material (such as rock or wood) that has flat sides and is usually square or rectangular in shape",
"source": "MW"
},
"blog:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a Web site on which someone writes about personal opinions, activities, and experiences; also : the things that a person writes on such a Web site",
"source": "MW"
},
"blog": {
"def": "(noun) a Web site on which someone writes about personal opinions, activities, and experiences; also : the things that a person writes on such a Web site",
"source": "MW"
},
"blonde:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) pale blond or grayish blond",
"source": "MW"
},
"blonde:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is very surprising or shocking—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"blonde": {
"def": "(adjective) of a yellow or very light brown color; also : having blond hair",
"source": "MW"
},
"board:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a board above a swimming pool, lake, etc., that people can jump off of to dive into the water",
"source": "MW"
},
"board:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to get into or onto (an airplane, a bus, a train, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"board:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) affecting everyone or everything in a group",
"source": "MW"
},
"board": {
"def": "(noun) a long, thin, flat piece of wood",
"source": "MW"
},
"bog:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a room with a toilet",
"source": "MW"
},
"bog:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having no special or interesting qualities : average",
"source": "MW"
},
"bog": {
"def": "(noun) an area of soft, wet land : marsh —often used figuratively to refer to a situation that is complicated or difficult",
"source": "MW"
},
"boil:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become so hot that bubbles are formed in a liquid and rise to the top",
"source": "MW"
},
"boil:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the red liquid that flows through the bodies of people and animals",
"source": "MW"
},
"boil": {
"def": "(verb) to become so hot that bubbles are formed in a liquid and rise to the top",
"source": "MW"
},
"bolster:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) stronger or better : to give support to (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"bolster:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long bag of cloth completely filled with soft material : a long pillow or cushion",
"source": "MW"
},
"bolster": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) stronger or better : to give support to (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"bomb:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a bomb that is designed to spread a large amount of radioactive material",
"source": "MW"
},
"bomb:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to drop a bomb from an airplane on (something) after approaching it at a sharp or steep angle",
"source": "MW"
},
"bomb": {
"def": "(noun) a device that is designed to explode in order to injure or kill people or to damage or destroy property —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"bored:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (a hole, tunnel, etc.) in something with a tool or by digging —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"bored:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) very much : to an extreme degree",
"source": "MW"
},
"bored": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) tired and annoyed by being uninteresting or too much the same",
"source": "MW"
},
"boring:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) dull and uninteresting : causing boredom",
"source": "MW"
},
"boring:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (a hole, tunnel, etc.) in something with a tool or by digging —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"boring": {
"def": "(adjective) dull and uninteresting : causing boredom",
"source": "MW"
},
"born:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) existing or happening near the end of a period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"born:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to accept or endure (something) —usually used in questions and negative statements with can, can't, could, and couldn't (US)—+ for",
"source": "MW"
},
"born:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large country house on a large piece of land",
"source": "MW"
},
"born": {
"def": "(adjective) brought into life by the process of birth",
"source": "MW"
},
"borrow:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take (something that does not belong to you) in a way that is wrong or illegal",
"source": "MW"
},
"borrow:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one side of a sheet of paper especially in a book, magazine, etc. —abbr. p",
"source": "MW"
},
"borrow": {
"def": "(verb) to take and use (something that belongs to someone else) for a period of time before returning it",
"source": "MW"
},
"boss:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large group or crowd of people who are angry or violent or difficult to control",
"source": "MW"
},
"boss:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause or allow (something) to be seen",
"source": "MW"
},
"boss:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) great or excellent",
"source": "MW"
},
"boss": {
"def": "(noun) the person whose job is to tell other workers what to do",
"source": "MW"
},
"bother:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to keep (someone or something) safe : to stop (someone or something) from dying or being hurt, damaged, or lost",
"source": "MW"
},
"bother:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small area of a surface that is different from other areas —often + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"bother:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) for what reason or purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"bother": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to feel troubled, worried, or concerned",
"source": "MW"
},
"bottle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small gray whale that has a long nose —called also bottle-nosed dolphin",
"source": "MW"
},
"bottle:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to feed (a baby or young animal) with a bottle instead of from its mother's breast",
"source": "MW"
},
"bottle": {
"def": "(noun) a glass or plastic container that has a narrow neck and usually has no handle",
"source": "MW"
},
"boulder:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very large stone or rounded piece of rock",
"source": "MW"
},
"boulder": {
"def": "(noun) a very large stone or rounded piece of rock",
"source": "MW"
},
"boundaries:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a river, a fence, or an imaginary line) that shows where an area ends and another area begins",
"source": "MW"
},
"boundaries:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have (information of some kind) in your mind —often + how, why, where, etc. —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"boundaries": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a river, a fence, or an imaginary line) that shows where an area ends and another area begins",
"source": "MW"
},
"bowl:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large bowl from which punch is served at a party",
"source": "MW"
},
"bowl:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to roll (a ball) towards something especially in the game of bowling or lawn bowling",
"source": "MW"
},
"bowl:service mark": {
"def": "(service mark) —used for the annual championship game of the National Football League",
"source": "MW"
},
"bowl": {
"def": "(noun) a round container that has tall, curving sides and that is used for preparing or serving foods and liquids",
"source": "MW"
},
"boyfriend:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a man that someone is having a romantic or sexual relationship with",
"source": "MW"
},
"boyfriend:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not shaking or moving : held firmly in one place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"boyfriend": {
"def": "(noun) a man that someone is having a romantic or sexual relationship with",
"source": "MW"
},
"breakfast:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of animal that is often kept as a pet or trained to work for people by guarding buildings, hunting, etc. —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"breakfast:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to eat breakfast",
"source": "MW"
},
"breakfast": {
"def": "(noun) the first meal of the day —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"breast:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a part of a wall that extends out into a room to cover a chimney",
"source": "MW"
},
"breast:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to feed a baby from a mother's breast",
"source": "MW"
},
"breast:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) free from dirt, marks, etc. : not dirty",
"source": "MW"
},
"breast": {
"def": "(noun) either one of the two soft parts on a woman's chest that produce milk when she has a baby—often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"breathe:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take in and let out a long, loud breath in a way that shows you are bored, disappointed, relieved, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"breathe:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) without difficulty or stress",
"source": "MW"
},
"breathe:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) the last person or thing in a group or series",
"source": "MW"
},
"breathe:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the body between the head and the shoulders",
"source": "MW"
},
"breathe": {
"def": "(verb) to move air into and out of your lungs : to inhale and exhale",
"source": "MW"
},
"breathing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become or to cause (something) to become deep or deeper",
"source": "MW"
},
"breathing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not dead : having life",
"source": "MW"
},
"breathing": {
"def": "(verb) to move air into and out of your lungs : to inhale and exhale",
"source": "MW"
},
"brevity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the quality of being brief: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"brevity": {
"def": "(noun) the quality of being brief: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"bride:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a woman who marries a soldier during a war",
"source": "MW"
},
"bride": {
"def": "(noun) a woman who has just married or is about to be married",
"source": "MW"
},
"brief:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) lasting only a short period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"brief:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act of watching the actions of a person or organization to make sure nothing illegal or wrong is being done",
"source": "MW"
},
"brief:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have or keep (something) in your hand, arms, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"brief": {
"def": "(adjective) lasting only a short period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"brilliant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very bright : flashing with light",
"source": "MW"
},
"brilliant": {
"def": "(adjective) very bright : flashing with light",
"source": "MW"
},
"broadcast:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to send out (signals, programs, etc.) by radio or television",
"source": "MW"
},
"broadcast:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a partially enclosed area or a small and usually temporary building where things are sold or displayed or services are provided",
"source": "MW"
},
"broadcast": {
"def": "(verb) to send out (signals, programs, etc.) by radio or television",
"source": "MW"
},
"broken:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) in a bad or weak condition because of being old, not well cared for, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"broken:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to separate (something) into parts or pieces often in a sudden and forceful or violent way",
"source": "MW"
},
"broken:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an official written document that gives proof of something or tells about past events",
"source": "MW"
},
"broken": {
"def": "(adjective) separated into parts or pieces by being hit, damaged, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"brush:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small brush with stiff bristles that is used for scrubbing things",
"source": "MW"
},
"brush:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cover (something) with tar",
"source": "MW"
},
"brush:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) strange often in a way that is funny",
"source": "MW"
},
"brush": {
"def": "(noun) a tool with many stiff hairs, fibers, etc., that is used for cleaning, smoothing, or painting something",
"source": "MW"
},
"bubble:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of gum that you chew and that can be blown into large bubbles",
"source": "MW"
},
"bubble:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to break open or into pieces in a sudden and violent way",
"source": "MW"
},
"bubble:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) intended to appeal to young teenagers",
"source": "MW"
},
"bubble": {
"def": "(noun) a tiny, round ball of air or gas inside a liquid",
"source": "MW"
},
"budget:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an amount (such as an amount of money) that is more than the amount that is needed",
"source": "MW"
},
"budget:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to plan to spend (an amount of money) for a particular purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"budget:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) low in price : suitable for someone who is on a budget",
"source": "MW"
},
"budget": {
"def": "(noun) an amount of money available for spending that is based on a plan for how it will be spent —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"building:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the way someone thinks, feels, and behaves : someone's personality—usually singular —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"building:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) by putting together parts or materials",
"source": "MW"
},
"building": {
"def": "(noun) a structure (such as a house, hospital, school, etc.) with a roof and walls that is used as a place for people to live, work, do activities, store things, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"bullet:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a bullet that expands or explodes when it hits an object in order to cause greater damage —called also dumdum bullet",
"source": "MW"
},
"bullet:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move quickly to one side in order to avoid being hit by (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"bullet": {
"def": "(noun) a small piece of metal or another material that is shot out of a gun —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"bunch:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a good feeling that you have towards someone who has helped you, given something to you, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"bunch:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (things or people) together in a group or bunch—usually + together or up —often used as (be) bunched",
"source": "MW"
},
"bunch": {
"def": "(noun) a group of things of the same kind that are held or tied together or that grow together",
"source": "MW"
},
"bury:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (a dead person or animal) in a grave",
"source": "MW"
},
"bury:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the body containing the brain, eyes, ears, nose, and mouth",
"source": "MW"
},
"bury": {
"def": "(verb) to put (a dead person or animal) in a grave",
"source": "MW"
},
"bus:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act of throwing, hitting, or kicking a ball or puck to a teammate",
"source": "MW"
},
"bus:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to transport (someone) in a bus—often used as (be) bused",
"source": "MW"
},
"bus": {
"def": "(noun) a large vehicle that is used for carrying passengers especially along a particular route at particular times —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"bush:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the number 2",
"source": "MW"
},
"bush:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of very low quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"bush:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit (something) repeatedly",
"source": "MW"
},
"bush:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to indicate the value of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"bush": {
"def": "(noun) a plant that has stems of wood and is smaller than a tree",
"source": "MW"
},
"business:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the first meal of the day —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"business": {
"def": "(noun) the activity of making, buying, or selling goods or providing services in exchange for money —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"businessman:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a man who works in business especially in a high position",
"source": "MW"
},
"businessman": {
"def": "(noun) a man who works in business especially in a high position",
"source": "MW"
},
"busy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) actively doing something —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"busy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an event or act which shows that something exists or that gives information about something : sign —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"busy:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to obtain (something): such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"busy": {
"def": "(adjective) actively doing something —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"but:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to introduce a statement that adds something to a previous statement and usually contrasts with it in some way",
"source": "MW"
},
"but:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) other than (something or someone) : except",
"source": "MW"
},
"but:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) very nearly : almost",
"source": "MW"
},
"but:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a roll of tobacco leaves that is longer and thicker than a cigarette and that is smoked",
"source": "MW"
},
"but:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) a thing of any kind",
"source": "MW"
},
"but:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say or think that a person or thing is responsible for something bad that has happened",
"source": "MW"
},
"but:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not having any doubt about something : convinced or sure",
"source": "MW"
},
"but": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to introduce a statement that adds something to a previous statement and usually contrasts with it in some way",
"source": "MW"
},
"butter:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a usually sharp blade attached to a handle that is used for cutting or as a weapon",
"source": "MW"
},
"butter:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to spread or put butter on (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"butter:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a high temperature",
"source": "MW"
},
"butter": {
"def": "(noun) a solid yellow substance made from milk or cream that is spread on food or used in cooking",
"source": "MW"
},
"button:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a button on an alarm clock that stops the alarm from making noise for a short time so that the sleeper can rest for a few more minutes —called also (chiefly US) snooze alarm",
"source": "MW"
},
"button:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to attach (a button) by passing it through a hole",
"source": "MW"
},
"button:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having the ends fastened to the shirt with buttons",
"source": "MW"
},
"button": {
"def": "(noun) a small, usually round piece of plastic, glass, metal, etc., that is sewn to a piece of clothing and is pushed through a loop or hole to fasten one part of the clothing to another part",
"source": "MW"
},
"by:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) close to or next to (something or someone) : near",
"source": "MW"
},
"by:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used with put to describe something that is being kept or saved for a future use",
"source": "MW"
},
"by:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a description of a game that is given while the game is being played",
"source": "MW"
},
"by:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) trying to make money quickly by using dishonest or illegal methods",
"source": "MW"
},
"by": {
"def": "(preposition) close to or next to (something or someone) : near",
"source": "MW"
},
"bye:interjection": {
"def": "(interjection) goodbye —often used by children or when speaking to children",
"source": "MW"
},
"bye:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a remark or gesture made when someone is leaving —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"bye:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) close to or next to (something or someone) : near",
"source": "MW"
},
"bye:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to touch (someone) with your lips as a greeting or as a way of showing love or sexual attraction",
"source": "MW"
},
"bye": {
"def": "(interjection) goodbye —often + now",
"source": "MW"
},
"cable:noun": {
"def": "(noun) pay-TV that is sent through a cable television system—often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"cable:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to send a message by telegraph : telegraph",
"source": "MW"
},
"cable": {
"def": "(noun) a thick, strong rope made of wires that are twisted together",
"source": "MW"
},
"cafe:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a restaurant that is near a highway and that is used especially by truck drivers —called also (British) transport café",
"source": "MW"
},
"cafe": {
"def": "(noun) a small restaurant where you can get simple meals and drinks (such as coffee)",
"source": "MW"
},
"cage:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the curved wall of ribs that surrounds and protects the chest",
"source": "MW"
},
"cage:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit against something repeatedly and make a quick series of short, loud sounds",
"source": "MW"
},
"cage": {
"def": "(noun) a box made of wire or metal bars in which people keep animals or birds",
"source": "MW"
},
"cake:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a cake made of more than one layer",
"source": "MW"
},
"cake:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cover something with an outer layer that becomes hard as it dries—usually used as (be) caked",
"source": "MW"
},
"cake": {
"def": "(noun) a sweet baked food made from a mixture of flour, sugar, and other ingredients (such as eggs and butter) —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"calf:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the muscular back part of the leg below the knee",
"source": "MW"
},
"calf": {
"def": "(noun) a very young cow",
"source": "MW"
},
"callous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not feeling or showing any concern about the problems or suffering of other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"callous": {
"def": "(adjective) not feeling or showing any concern about the problems or suffering of other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"camera:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a camera that is used to create videos by recording moving images and sounds onto a videotape, computer disk, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"camera": {
"def": "(noun) a device that is used for taking photographs or for making movies, television programs, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"campaign:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a path through a forest, field, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"campaign:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to lead or take part in a campaign to support or oppose someone or something or to achieve something",
"source": "MW"
},
"campaign:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or involving a series of appearances by a politician in different communities during an election campaign",
"source": "MW"
},
"campaign": {
"def": "(noun) a series of activities designed to produce a particular result —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"camping:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the activity of sleeping outdoors in a tent usually for enjoyment",
"source": "MW"
},
"camping:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to sleep outdoors usually in a tent",
"source": "MW"
},
"camping": {
"def": "(noun) the activity of sleeping outdoors in a tent usually for enjoyment",
"source": "MW"
},
"campus:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the area and buildings around a university, college, school, etc. —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"campus": {
"def": "(noun) the area and buildings around a university, college, school, etc. —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"can:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to preserve food by putting it in a metal or glass container",
"source": "MW"
},
"can:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a container that is used to pour water on plants",
"source": "MW"
},
"can:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing an ability to do difficult things",
"source": "MW"
},
"can": {
"def": "(verb) to be able to (do something) : to know how to (do something) : to have the power or skill to (do something) : to be designed to (do something) —sometimes used without a following verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"cancel:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stop doing or planning to do (something) : to decide that something (such as a game, performance, etc.) will not happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"cancel:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"cancel:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an agreement that you make with a company to get a publication or service regularly and that you usually pay for in advance",
"source": "MW"
},
"cancel": {
"def": "(verb) to stop doing or planning to do (something) : to decide that something (such as a game, performance, etc.) will not happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"cancer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) either one of the two imaginary lines that circle the Earth to the north and south of the equator",
"source": "MW"
},
"cancer": {
"def": "(noun) a serious disease caused by cells that are not normal and that can spread to one or many parts of the body —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"candidate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is trying to be elected —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"candidate": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is trying to be elected —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"cantankerous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) often angry and annoyed",
"source": "MW"
},
"cantankerous": {
"def": "(adjective) often angry and annoyed",
"source": "MW"
},
"cap:noun": {
"def": "(noun) —used to refer to the act of trying to solve a problem by thinking carefully about it",
"source": "MW"
},
"cap:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take off or remove (a hat or a piece of clothing)",
"source": "MW"
},
"cap": {
"def": "(noun) a small, soft hat that often has a hard curved part (called a visor) that extends out over your eyes",
"source": "MW"
},
"capable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to do something : having the qualities or abilities that are needed to do something—+ of",
"source": "MW"
},
"capable": {
"def": "(adjective) able to do something : having the qualities or abilities that are needed to do something—+ of",
"source": "MW"
},
"capacity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to hold or contain people or things—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"capacity:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) full",
"source": "MW"
},
"capacity": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to hold or contain people or things—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"capital:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) requiring the payment or investment of a very large amount of money",
"source": "MW"
},
"capital:noun": {
"def": "(noun) money that is used for starting a new business, program, project, etc. —called also seed capital",
"source": "MW"
},
"capital": {
"def": "(adjective) in the form A, B, C, etc., rather than a, b, c : uppercase —sometimes used informally to give emphasis to a description",
"source": "MW"
},
"car:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a vehicle that hangs in the air from a cable that pulls it up and down mountains",
"source": "MW"
},
"car": {
"def": "(noun) a vehicle that has four wheels and an engine and that is used for carrying passengers on roads —often used before another noun —called also (US) automobile",
"source": "MW"
},
"caravan:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who sleeps outdoors, in a tent, or in a simple shelter usually for enjoyment for a short period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"caravan:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to travel from one place to another in a group of vehicles",
"source": "MW"
},
"caravan": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people or animals traveling together on a long journey especially through the desert",
"source": "MW"
},
"card:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a plastic card that allows a person to charge telephone calls to an account —called also phone card",
"source": "MW"
},
"card:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to ask (someone) to show a form of identification (such as a driver's license) in order to prove that the person is old enough to do something (such as to drink alcohol)",
"source": "MW"
},
"card:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) known as an active member of a group or organization",
"source": "MW"
},
"card": {
"def": "(noun) a small piece of stiff paper that is marked with symbols or pictures to show its value, comes in a set, and is used for playing games (such as poker) —called also playing card",
"source": "MW"
},
"career:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act of moving your body or a part of your body : movement",
"source": "MW"
},
"career": {
"def": "(noun) a job or profession that someone does for a long time —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"carpet:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a rug or carpet that is made in central or southern Asia and that usually has very fancy designs on it",
"source": "MW"
},
"carpet:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move across the ground or another surface by turning over and over",
"source": "MW"
},
"carpet": {
"def": "(noun) a heavy fabric cover for a floor",
"source": "MW"
},
"carrot:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a cut or broken branch or twig",
"source": "MW"
},
"carrot": {
"def": "(noun) the long orange root of a plant that is eaten as a vegetable",
"source": "MW"
},
"cartoon:noun": {
"def": "(noun) comic strip",
"source": "MW"
},
"cartoon": {
"def": "(noun) a drawing in a newspaper or magazine intended as a humorous comment on something",
"source": "MW"
},
"case:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is very nervous, tired, etc., and is not able to think or act normally",
"source": "MW"
},
"case:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to study or watch (a house, store, etc.) with plans to rob it—often used in the phrase case the joint",
"source": "MW"
},
"case:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very typical",
"source": "MW"
},
"case": {
"def": "(noun) a situation or occurrence that is an instance or example of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"cash:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the movement of money in and out of a business",
"source": "MW"
},
"cash:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give or get cash for (a check)",
"source": "MW"
},
"cash": {
"def": "(noun) money in the form of coins and bills —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"cast:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to throw or move (something) in a forceful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"cast:noun": {
"def": "(noun) care taken to avoid danger or risk : a careful attitude or way of behaving",
"source": "MW"
},
"cast:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) floating on the water without being tied to anything or controlled by anyone",
"source": "MW"
},
"cast": {
"def": "(verb) to throw or move (something) in a forceful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"catalogue:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a book containing a list of things that you can buy, use, etc., and often pictures",
"source": "MW"
},
"catalogue:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to list or describe (something) in an organized way",
"source": "MW"
},
"catalogue": {
"def": "(noun) a book containing a list of things that you can buy, use, etc., and often pictures",
"source": "MW"
},
"catapult:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a Y-shaped stick with an elastic band attached to it that is used for shooting small stones —called also (British) catapult",
"source": "MW"
},
"catapult:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to throw (something) with a catapult",
"source": "MW"
},
"catapult": {
"def": "(noun) an ancient weapon used for throwing large rocks",
"source": "MW"
},
"category:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people or things that are similar in some way",
"source": "MW"
},
"category": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people or things that are similar in some way",
"source": "MW"
},
"caustic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to destroy or burn something by chemical action",
"source": "MW"
},
"caustic": {
"def": "(adjective) able to destroy or burn something by chemical action",
"source": "MW"
},
"cavern:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large cave",
"source": "MW"
},
"cavern": {
"def": "(noun) a large cave",
"source": "MW"
},
"cd:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small plastic disk on which large amounts of information (such as books, pictures, or computer programs) are stored in a form that cannot be changed",
"source": "MW"
},
"cd": {
"def": "(noun) a small plastic disk on which information (such as music or computer data) is recorded —called also compact disc",
"source": "MW"
},
"ceiling:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an unfair system or set of attitudes that prevents some people (such as women or people of a certain race) from getting the most powerful jobs—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"ceiling:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move your hand, a bat, etc., quickly so that it touches someone or something in a forceful or violent way",
"source": "MW"
},
"ceiling": {
"def": "(noun) the inside surface at the top of a room —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"celebrate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do something special or enjoyable for an important event, occasion, holiday, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"celebrate": {
"def": "(verb) to do something special or enjoyable for an important event, occasion, holiday, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"celebration:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a party or other special event that you have for an important occasion, holiday, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"celebration": {
"def": "(noun) a party or other special event that you have for an important occasion, holiday, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"celebrity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small religious group that is not part of a larger and more accepted religion and that has beliefs regarded by many people as extreme or dangerous",
"source": "MW"
},
"celebrity": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being famous or celebrated : fame",
"source": "MW"
},
"cell:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a serious disease that affects the red blood cells and occurs mostly in people of African, Mediterranean, or southwest Asian ancestry",
"source": "MW"
},
"cell": {
"def": "(noun) a room in a prison, jail, etc., where prisoners live or are kept",
"source": "MW"
},
"censure:noun": {
"def": "(noun) official strong criticism",
"source": "MW"
},
"censure:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to officially criticize (someone or something) strongly and publicly",
"source": "MW"
},
"censure": {
"def": "(noun) official strong criticism",
"source": "MW"
},
"cent:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one part in a hundred : an amount that is equal to one one-hundredth of something —usually used with a number",
"source": "MW"
},
"cent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having the color of blood",
"source": "MW"
},
"cent": {
"def": "(noun) a unit of money that is equal to 1/10₀ of the basic unit of money in many countries : one percent of a dollar, euro, rupee, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"central:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) in the middle of something : located in the center of a thing or place",
"source": "MW"
},
"central:noun": {
"def": "(noun) median strip",
"source": "MW"
},
"central": {
"def": "(adjective) in the middle of something : located in the center of a thing or place",
"source": "MW"
},
"centre:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the point at which the entire weight of something can be balanced",
"source": "MW"
},
"centre:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to place (something) in the middle of something —often used as (be) centered",
"source": "MW"
},
"centre": {
"def": "(noun) the middle point or part of something —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"century:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an opportunity or responsibility to do or use something before or after other people —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"century": {
"def": "(noun) a period of 100 years",
"source": "MW"
},
"chairman:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the person (especially a man) who is in charge of a meeting, committee, or event",
"source": "MW"
},
"chairman": {
"def": "(noun) the person (especially a man) who is in charge of a meeting, committee, or event",
"source": "MW"
},
"champion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone or something (such as a team or an animal) that has won a contest or competition especially in sports —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"champion:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to fight or speak publicly in support of (a person, belief, cause, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"champion": {
"def": "(noun) someone or something (such as a team or an animal) that has won a contest or competition especially in sports —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"change:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become different",
"source": "MW"
},
"change:noun": {
"def": "(noun) coins that are not worth a lot of money",
"source": "MW"
},
"change": {
"def": "(verb) to become different",
"source": "MW"
},
"character:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who sees something (such as a crime) happen —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"character:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a bright color or a lot of different colors : full of color",
"source": "MW"
},
"character": {
"def": "(noun) the way someone thinks, feels, and behaves : someone's personality—usually singular —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"characteristic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) typical of a person, thing, or group : showing the special qualities or traits of a person, thing, or group —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"characteristic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a special quality or trait that makes a person, thing, or group different from others —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"characteristic": {
"def": "(adjective) typical of a person, thing, or group : showing the special qualities or traits of a person, thing, or group —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"charity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the place (such as a house or apartment) where a person lives",
"source": "MW"
},
"charity": {
"def": "(noun) the act of giving money, food, or other kinds of help to people who are poor, sick, etc.; also : something (such as money or food) that is given to people who are poor, sick, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"chart:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is placed on top of something else",
"source": "MW"
},
"chart:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a chart of (an area); also : to mark (something) on a chart",
"source": "MW"
},
"chart": {
"def": "(noun) information in the form of a table, diagram, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"chat:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to talk with someone in a casual way",
"source": "MW"
},
"chat:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a radio or television program in which usually well-known people talk about something or are interviewed —called also (British) chat show",
"source": "MW"
},
"chat": {
"def": "(verb) to talk with someone in a casual way",
"source": "MW"
},
"cheap:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very cheap or inexpensive",
"source": "MW"
},
"cheap:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at a low cost : for a low price",
"source": "MW"
},
"cheap:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an occurrence in which one person talks about something with another person : a conversation or discussion—often + about —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"cheap:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move toward someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"cheap": {
"def": "(adjective) not costing a lot of money",
"source": "MW"
},
"cheat:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to break a rule or law usually to gain an advantage at something —often + on or at",
"source": "MW"
},
"cheat:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who cheats",
"source": "MW"
},
"cheat": {
"def": "(verb) to break a rule or law usually to gain an advantage at something —often + on or at",
"source": "MW"
},
"check:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use a different source or method to check (something, such as information or calculations)",
"source": "MW"
},
"check:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a check that is guaranteed by a bank",
"source": "MW"
},
"check": {
"def": "(verb) to look at (something) carefully to find mistakes, problems, etc., or to make sure there is nothing wrong with it —+ for",
"source": "MW"
},
"cheerful:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing happiness",
"source": "MW"
},
"cheerful": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing happiness",
"source": "MW"
},
"cheese:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a device used for lifting something heavy (such as a car)",
"source": "MW"
},
"cheese": {
"def": "(noun) a yellow or white solid food that is made from milk —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"chef:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a professional cook who usually is in charge of a kitchen in a restaurant",
"source": "MW"
},
"chef": {
"def": "(noun) a professional cook who usually is in charge of a kitchen in a restaurant",
"source": "MW"
},
"chemical:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to chemistry",
"source": "MW"
},
"chemical:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the use of chemical substances (such as poisonous gases) as weapons in a war",
"source": "MW"
},
"chemical": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to chemistry",
"source": "MW"
},
"chemistry:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a branch of chemistry that is concerned with carbon and especially carbon compounds which are found in living things",
"source": "MW"
},
"chemistry": {
"def": "(noun) a science that deals with the structure and properties of substances and with the changes that they go through",
"source": "MW"
},
"chicanery:noun": {
"def": "(noun) actions or statements that trick people into believing something that is not true : deception or trickery",
"source": "MW"
},
"chicanery": {
"def": "(noun) actions or statements that trick people into believing something that is not true : deception or trickery",
"source": "MW"
},
"chicken:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a young person—usually used in negative statements to say that someone is not young",
"source": "MW"
},
"chicken:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe a situation in which it is difficult to tell which of two things happened first",
"source": "MW"
},
"chicken:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use a sharp tool (such as a knife) to open or divide (something, such as paper or wood) —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"chicken": {
"def": "(noun) a bird that is raised by people for its eggs and meat",
"source": "MW"
},
"childhood:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who you like and enjoy being with",
"source": "MW"
},
"childhood": {
"def": "(noun) the period of time when a person is a child —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"chill:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the row of connected bones down the middle of the back : backbone",
"source": "MW"
},
"chill:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (a letter, an e-mail, a package, etc.) to go or to be carried from one place or person to another",
"source": "MW"
},
"chill:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) unpleasantly cold : chilly",
"source": "MW"
},
"chill": {
"def": "(noun) a cold feeling : a degree of cold that can be felt and that is usually unpleasant",
"source": "MW"
},
"chin:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an exercise in which you hold onto a bar above your head and then pull your body up until your chin is above the bar —called also (US) chin-up",
"source": "MW"
},
"chin:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to carry or move (something) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"chin": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the face below the mouth and above the neck",
"source": "MW"
},
"chip:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a thin, hard piece of food (called a chip) that is made from corn and usually salted",
"source": "MW"
},
"chip:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to break off a small piece from (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"chip:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) valuable and likely to make a good profit : not likely to cause investors to lose money",
"source": "MW"
},
"chip": {
"def": "(noun) a small piece that has been broken off from something larger",
"source": "MW"
},
"chocolate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small piece that has been broken off from something larger",
"source": "MW"
},
"chocolate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) pretty in a way that seems too perfect to be true or real",
"source": "MW"
},
"chocolate": {
"def": "(noun) a food that is made from cacao beans and that is eaten as candy or used as a flavoring ingredient in other sweet foods",
"source": "MW"
},
"chuckle:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to laugh in a quiet way",
"source": "MW"
},
"chuckle": {
"def": "(verb) to laugh in a quiet way",
"source": "MW"
},
"cigarette:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small, thin piece of paper that is used for making a cigarette",
"source": "MW"
},
"cigarette": {
"def": "(noun) a small roll of paper that is filled with cut tobacco and smoked —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"cinema:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a building that contains several movie theaters —called also multiplex cinema",
"source": "MW"
},
"cinema": {
"def": "(noun) the film industry",
"source": "MW"
},
"circle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small group of people who lead a government or an organization or who are close to its leader—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"circle:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to form a circle around (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"circle:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) through a series of changes that lead back to an original position or situation or to an opposite position or situation",
"source": "MW"
},
"circle": {
"def": "(noun) a perfectly round shape : a line that is curved so that its ends meet and every point on the line is the same distance from the center",
"source": "MW"
},
"circumspect:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) thinking carefully about possible risks before doing or saying something",
"source": "MW"
},
"circumspect": {
"def": "(adjective) thinking carefully about possible risks before doing or saying something",
"source": "MW"
},
"circumstance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the impressive decorations, music, clothing etc., that are part of some formal events",
"source": "MW"
},
"circumstance": {
"def": "(noun) a condition or fact that affects a situation —usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"cite:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to write or say the words of (a book, author, etc.) : quote",
"source": "MW"
},
"cite": {
"def": "(verb) to write or say the words of (a book, author, etc.) : quote",
"source": "MW"
},
"citizen:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an old person : a person who is at least a certain age (such as 55)",
"source": "MW"
},
"citizen:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) for the use of a single person or group : belonging to one person or group : not public",
"source": "MW"
},
"citizen": {
"def": "(noun) a person who legally belongs to a country and has the rights and protection of that country",
"source": "MW"
},
"civil:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the people who live in a country",
"source": "MW"
},
"civil:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who works for the government : a person who works in the civil service",
"source": "MW"
},
"civil": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the people who live in a country",
"source": "MW"
},
"claim:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to risk the loss of (something, such as money)—usually + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"claim:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to grow, change, etc., that separates plants and animals from things like water or rocks",
"source": "MW"
},
"claim": {
"def": "(verb) to say that (something) is true when some people may say it is not true —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"clang:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make or cause (something) to make the loud, ringing sound of metal hitting against something",
"source": "MW"
},
"clang": {
"def": "(verb) to make or cause (something) to make the loud, ringing sound of metal hitting against something",
"source": "MW"
},
"classic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to say that something has come to be considered one of the best of its kind",
"source": "MW"
},
"classic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a situation or occurrence that is an instance or example of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"classic": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to say that something has come to be considered one of the best of its kind",
"source": "MW"
},
"classical:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of a kind that has been respected for a long time",
"source": "MW"
},
"classical": {
"def": "(adjective) of a kind that has been respected for a long time",
"source": "MW"
},
"classroom:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a room where classes are taught in a school, college, or university",
"source": "MW"
},
"classroom": {
"def": "(noun) a room where classes are taught in a school, college, or university",
"source": "MW"
},
"clause:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a clause that does not form a simple sentence by itself and that is connected to the main clause of a sentence —called also dependent clause",
"source": "MW"
},
"clause:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) referring to a noun, a part of a sentence, or a sentence that was used earlier",
"source": "MW"
},
"clause": {
"def": "(noun) a part of a sentence that has its own subject and verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"clerk:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or business of sending goods to people, stores, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"clerk:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to work as a clerk—usually used of law clerks",
"source": "MW"
},
"clerk": {
"def": "(noun) a person whose job is to keep track of records and documents for a business or office",
"source": "MW"
},
"click:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to press the button on the right side of a mouse or similar device in order to make something happen on a computer",
"source": "MW"
},
"click:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a short, sharp sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"click:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) used by pointing to images on a computer screen and pressing a mouse or other device",
"source": "MW"
},
"click": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something) to make a short, sharp sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"client:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a country that depends on another country for military, economic, or political support",
"source": "MW"
},
"client": {
"def": "(noun) a person who pays a professional person or organization for services",
"source": "MW"
},
"climate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a region with particular weather patterns or conditions",
"source": "MW"
},
"climate": {
"def": "(noun) a region with particular weather patterns or conditions",
"source": "MW"
},
"clock:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a tall clock that stands on the floor",
"source": "MW"
},
"clock:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to measure the amount of time it takes for (a person) to do something or for (something) to be completed—usually + at",
"source": "MW"
},
"clock:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or continuing all day and all night",
"source": "MW"
},
"clock": {
"def": "(noun) a device that shows what time it is and that is usually placed in a room or attached to a wall —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"clothes:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small object used for holding clothes on a clothesline —called also (British) clothes peg",
"source": "MW"
},
"clothes:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become different",
"source": "MW"
},
"clothes:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having no pattern or decoration",
"source": "MW"
},
"clothes": {
"def": "(noun) the things that people wear to cover their bodies and that are usually made from cloth",
"source": "MW"
},
"clothing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large wild animal that is similar to a dog and that often hunts in groups",
"source": "MW"
},
"clothing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to provide (someone) with clothes",
"source": "MW"
},
"clothing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not limiting or controlling something",
"source": "MW"
},
"clothing": {
"def": "(noun) the things that people wear to cover their bodies —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"clue:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that helps a person find something, understand something, or solve a mystery or puzzle",
"source": "MW"
},
"clue:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to own, use, or hold (something) —also used for things that cannot be seen or touched —also have got",
"source": "MW"
},
"clue": {
"def": "(noun) something that helps a person find something, understand something, or solve a mystery or puzzle",
"source": "MW"
},
"coach:noun": {
"def": "(noun) respect that is given to someone who is admired",
"source": "MW"
},
"coach:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to teach and train (an athlete or performer)",
"source": "MW"
},
"coach": {
"def": "(noun) a person who teaches and trains an athlete or performer",
"source": "MW"
},
"coalesce:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to come together to form one group or mass",
"source": "MW"
},
"coalesce": {
"def": "(verb) to come together to form one group or mass",
"source": "MW"
},
"cobblestone:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a round stone that is used in paving streets",
"source": "MW"
},
"cobblestone": {
"def": "(noun) a round stone that is used in paving streets",
"source": "MW"
},
"code:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a set of laws relating to crimes and the punishments for those crimes",
"source": "MW"
},
"code:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (a message) into the form of a code so that it can be kept secret",
"source": "MW"
},
"code": {
"def": "(noun) a set of laws or regulations",
"source": "MW"
},
"coerce:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) do something by using force or threats—usually + into",
"source": "MW"
},
"coerce": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) do something by using force or threats—usually + into",
"source": "MW"
},
"coffee:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a drink of hot coffee with sugar, whiskey, and usually whipped cream",
"source": "MW"
},
"coffee": {
"def": "(noun) a dark brown drink made from ground coffee beans and boiled water —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"coherent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) logical and well-organized : easy to understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"coherent": {
"def": "(adjective) logical and well-organized : easy to understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"coin:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the number 2",
"source": "MW"
},
"coin:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to create (a new word or phrase) that other people begin to use",
"source": "MW"
},
"coin:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not different—used when referring to a particular person or thing that is connected to more than one person, time, place, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"coin": {
"def": "(noun) a small, flat, and usually round piece of metal issued by a government as money",
"source": "MW"
},
"colleague:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who works with you : a fellow worker",
"source": "MW"
},
"colleague": {
"def": "(noun) a person who works with you : a fellow worker",
"source": "MW"
},
"collection:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of getting things from different places and bringing them together",
"source": "MW"
},
"collection": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of getting things from different places and bringing them together",
"source": "MW"
},
"college:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of allowing something to be delayed or deferred: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"college:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to ask formally for something (such as a job, admission to a school, a loan, etc.) usually in writing —often + for —sometimes followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"college": {
"def": "(noun) a school in the U.S. that you go to after high school : a school that offers courses leading to a degree (such as a bachelor's degree or an associate's degree) —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"colour:noun": {
"def": "(noun) interesting information about a particular place and about the people who live there that is included in a story, movie, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"colour:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give color to (something) : to change the color of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"colour:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling somewhat ill : not quite well",
"source": "MW"
},
"colour": {
"def": "(noun) a quality such as red, blue, green, yellow, etc., that you see when you look at something",
"source": "MW"
},
"coloured:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) light yellow in color : like the color of straw",
"source": "MW"
},
"coloured": {
"def": "(adjective) having color : not black or white",
"source": "MW"
},
"colourful:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a bright color or a lot of different colors : full of color",
"source": "MW"
},
"colourful": {
"def": "(adjective) having a bright color or a lot of different colors : full of color",
"source": "MW"
},
"column:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the thick post in a car that holds the steering wheel",
"source": "MW"
},
"column": {
"def": "(noun) a long post made of steel, stone, etc., that is used as a support in a building",
"source": "MW"
},
"combination:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the use of more than one method and especially more than one drug to treat a disease",
"source": "MW"
},
"combination": {
"def": "(noun) a result or product of combining two or more things or people",
"source": "MW"
},
"combine:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (two or more things) to be together or to work together —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"combine:noun": {
"def": "(noun) physical strength, power, or effect",
"source": "MW"
},
"combine": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (two or more things) to be together or to work together —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"comedy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a show that is on television regularly and that is about a group of characters who are involved in different funny situations —called also situation comedy",
"source": "MW"
},
"comedy": {
"def": "(noun) a play, movie, television program, novel, etc., that is meant to make people laugh",
"source": "MW"
},
"comfort:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that makes life easier or more pleasant—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"comfort:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to feel less worried, upset, frightened, etc. : to give comfort to (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"comfort:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) located a short distance away : close",
"source": "MW"
},
"comfort": {
"def": "(noun) a state or situation in which you are relaxed and do not have any physically unpleasant feelings caused by pain, heat, cold, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"comfortable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not causing any physically unpleasant feelings : producing physical comfort",
"source": "MW"
},
"comfortable": {
"def": "(adjective) not causing any physically unpleasant feelings : producing physical comfort",
"source": "MW"
},
"commemorate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to exist or be done in order to remind people of (an important event or person from the past)",
"source": "MW"
},
"commemorate": {
"def": "(verb) to exist or be done in order to remind people of (an important event or person from the past)",
"source": "MW"
},
"comment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a spoken or written statement that expresses an opinion about someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"comment:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a statement about someone or something : to make a comment —usually + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"comment": {
"def": "(noun) a spoken or written statement that expresses an opinion about someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"commercial:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) related to or used in the buying and selling of goods and services",
"source": "MW"
},
"commercial:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a written or spoken statement that tells people about something : public or formal words that announce something",
"source": "MW"
},
"commercial": {
"def": "(adjective) related to or used in the buying and selling of goods and services",
"source": "MW"
},
"commission:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people chosen by the British government to examine a particular topic or issue and recommend changes in the law",
"source": "MW"
},
"commission:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to order or request (something) to be made or done",
"source": "MW"
},
"commission": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people who have been given the official job of finding information about something or controlling something : committee",
"source": "MW"
},
"commit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do (something that is illegal or harmful)",
"source": "MW"
},
"commit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an illegal act for which someone can be punished by the government",
"source": "MW"
},
"commit": {
"def": "(verb) to do (something that is illegal or harmful)",
"source": "MW"
},
"commitment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a promise to do or give something",
"source": "MW"
},
"commitment": {
"def": "(noun) a promise to do or give something",
"source": "MW"
},
"committee:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people who are in charge of local schools —called also (US) school committee",
"source": "MW"
},
"committee:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) formed or used for a special purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"committee:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stop living",
"source": "MW"
},
"committee": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people who are chosen to do a particular job or to make decisions about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"commonly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) belonging to or shared by two or more people or groups",
"source": "MW"
},
"commonly": {
"def": "(adjective) belonging to or shared by two or more people or groups",
"source": "MW"
},
"communicate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give information about (something) to someone by speaking, writing, moving your hands, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"communicate": {
"def": "(verb) to give information about (something) to someone by speaking, writing, moving your hands, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"communication:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long narrow mark on a surface",
"source": "MW"
},
"communication": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of using words, sounds, signs, or behaviors to express or exchange information or to express your ideas, thoughts, feelings, etc., to someone else",
"source": "MW"
},
"community:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the activity of making, buying, or selling goods or providing services in exchange for money —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"community:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a gate",
"source": "MW"
},
"community": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people who live in the same area (such as a city, town, or neighborhood)",
"source": "MW"
},
"company:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large group of people who are together in one place",
"source": "MW"
},
"company:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to continue having or holding (something) : to not return, lose, sell, give away, or throw away (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"company:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made of different kinds of things mixed together or combined",
"source": "MW"
},
"company": {
"def": "(noun) a business organization that makes, buys, or sells goods or provides services in exchange for money —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"compare:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say that (something) is similar to something else",
"source": "MW"
},
"compare:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a citrus fruit that is round and that has an orange skin —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"compare": {
"def": "(verb) to say that (something) is similar to something else",
"source": "MW"
},
"comparison:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of looking at things to see how they are similar or different",
"source": "MW"
},
"comparison:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to lose color : to become pale",
"source": "MW"
},
"comparison": {
"def": "(noun) the act of looking at things to see how they are similar or different",
"source": "MW"
},
"compete:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to try to get or win something (such as a prize or reward) that someone else is also trying to win : to try to be better or more successful than someone or something else",
"source": "MW"
},
"compete": {
"def": "(verb) to try to get or win something (such as a prize or reward) that someone else is also trying to win : to try to be better or more successful than someone or something else",
"source": "MW"
},
"competition:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of trying to get or win something (such as a prize or a higher level of success) that someone else is also trying to get or win : the act or process of competing",
"source": "MW"
},
"competition": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of trying to get or win something (such as a prize or a higher level of success) that someone else is also trying to get or win : the act or process of competing",
"source": "MW"
},
"competitive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a situation in which people or groups are trying to win a contest or be more successful than others : relating to or involving competition",
"source": "MW"
},
"competitive": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a situation in which people or groups are trying to win a contest or be more successful than others : relating to or involving competition",
"source": "MW"
},
"competitor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who is trying to win or do better than all others especially in business or sports : someone who is competing",
"source": "MW"
},
"competitor": {
"def": "(noun) someone who is trying to win or do better than all others especially in business or sports : someone who is competing",
"source": "MW"
},
"complacent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) satisfied with how things are and not wanting to change them",
"source": "MW"
},
"complacent:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"complacent": {
"def": "(adjective) satisfied with how things are and not wanting to change them",
"source": "MW"
},
"complain:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say or write that you are unhappy, sick, uncomfortable, etc., or that you do not like something —often + about or of",
"source": "MW"
},
"complain": {
"def": "(verb) to say or write that you are unhappy, sick, uncomfortable, etc., or that you do not like something —often + about or of",
"source": "MW"
},
"complaint:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a statement that you are unhappy or not satisfied with something",
"source": "MW"
},
"complaint": {
"def": "(noun) a statement that you are unhappy or not satisfied with something",
"source": "MW"
},
"complex:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having parts that connect or go together in complicated ways",
"source": "MW"
},
"complex:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sexual desire that a child feels toward the parent of the opposite sex along with jealous feelings toward the parent of the same sex",
"source": "MW"
},
"complex": {
"def": "(adjective) having parts that connect or go together in complicated ways",
"source": "MW"
},
"complicated:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) hard to understand, explain, or deal with : having many parts or steps",
"source": "MW"
},
"complicated:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) more difficult or less simple",
"source": "MW"
},
"complicated": {
"def": "(adjective) hard to understand, explain, or deal with : having many parts or steps",
"source": "MW"
},
"component:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of the parts of something (such as a system or mixture) : an important piece of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"component:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) helping to make up the whole of something (such as a system or a mixture) : forming or being a part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"component": {
"def": "(noun) one of the parts of something (such as a system or mixture) : an important piece of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"comprehend:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to understand (something, such as a difficult or complex subject) —often used in negative statements",
"source": "MW"
},
"comprehend": {
"def": "(verb) to understand (something, such as a difficult or complex subject) —often used in negative statements",
"source": "MW"
},
"comprehensive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) including many, most, or all things",
"source": "MW"
},
"comprehensive:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a school in Britain for children of all different levels of ability who are over the age of 11",
"source": "MW"
},
"comprehensive": {
"def": "(adjective) including many, most, or all things",
"source": "MW"
},
"computer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a book with blank pages that is used for writing notes",
"source": "MW"
},
"computer": {
"def": "(noun) an electronic machine that can store and work with large amounts of information —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"concentrate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to think about something : to give your attention to the thing you are doing, reading, etc. —often + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"concentrate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of a person that thinks, reasons, feels, and remembers",
"source": "MW"
},
"concentrate": {
"def": "(verb) to think about something : to give your attention to the thing you are doing, reading, etc. —often + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"concentration:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of prison where large numbers of people who are not soldiers are kept during a war and are usually forced to live in very bad conditions",
"source": "MW"
},
"concentration": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to give your attention or thought to a single object or activity : the ability to concentrate",
"source": "MW"
},
"concept:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the idea that you have about the kind of person you are",
"source": "MW"
},
"concept:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) organized around a main idea or theme",
"source": "MW"
},
"concept": {
"def": "(noun) an idea of what something is or how it works",
"source": "MW"
},
"concern:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is being done, talked about, or thought about —often used in an ironic way to refer to a difficult or important situation or problem",
"source": "MW"
},
"concern:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to relate to (something or someone) : to be about (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"concern:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) —used in formal writing or speech",
"source": "MW"
},
"concern": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of worry usually shared by many people",
"source": "MW"
},
"concerned:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling worry or concern",
"source": "MW"
},
"concerned:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to relate to (something or someone) : to be about (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"concerned:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at or to a great distance in space or time",
"source": "MW"
},
"concerned": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling worry or concern",
"source": "MW"
},
"concert:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a musical concert during which many people who are listening stand instead of sit",
"source": "MW"
},
"concert": {
"def": "(noun) a public performance of music —sometimes used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"conclude:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stop or finish : to come to an end : to end in a particular way or with a particular action",
"source": "MW"
},
"conclude": {
"def": "(verb) to stop or finish : to come to an end : to end in a particular way or with a particular action",
"source": "MW"
},
"condescend:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to show that you believe you are more intelligent or better than other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"condescend": {
"def": "(verb) to show that you believe you are more intelligent or better than other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"conduct:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to plan and do (something, such as an activity)",
"source": "MW"
},
"conduct:noun": {
"def": "(noun) protection from the government, police, etc., that is given to a person who is passing through an area that might be dangerous",
"source": "MW"
},
"conduct:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing a problem especially in a public place by making a lot of noise, behaving violently, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"conduct": {
"def": "(verb) to plan and do (something, such as an activity)",
"source": "MW"
},
"conference:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a meeting in which someone gives information to news reporters and answers questions —called also news conference",
"source": "MW"
},
"conference": {
"def": "(noun) a formal meeting in which many people gather in order to talk about ideas or problems related to a particular topic (such as medicine or business) usually for several days —sometimes used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"confidence:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who tricks other people in order to get their money —called also con man, confidence man",
"source": "MW"
},
"confidence": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling or belief that you can do something well or succeed at something —often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"confident:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing confidence in yourself and your abilities",
"source": "MW"
},
"confident": {
"def": "(adjective) having a feeling or belief that you can do something well or succeed at something : having confidence",
"source": "MW"
},
"confirm:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to state or show that (something) is true or correct",
"source": "MW"
},
"confirm:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an agreement to meet with someone at a particular time",
"source": "MW"
},
"confirm": {
"def": "(verb) to state or show that (something) is true or correct",
"source": "MW"
},
"conflict:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a problem caused by having official responsibilities that involve things that might be helpful or harmful to you",
"source": "MW"
},
"conflict:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be different in a way that prevents agreement : to say or express opposite things —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"conflict": {
"def": "(noun) a struggle for power, property, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"confound:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to surprise and confuse (someone or something) —often used as (be) confounded",
"source": "MW"
},
"confound": {
"def": "(verb) to surprise and confuse (someone or something) —often used as (be) confounded",
"source": "MW"
},
"confuse:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) uncertain or unable to understand something —often used as (be) confused",
"source": "MW"
},
"confuse": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) uncertain or unable to understand something —often used as (be) confused",
"source": "MW"
},
"confusing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) difficult to understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"confusing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) uncertain or unable to understand something —often used as (be) confused",
"source": "MW"
},
"confusing": {
"def": "(adjective) difficult to understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"connected:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having important and powerful friends",
"source": "MW"
},
"connected:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to join (two or more things) together —often used as (be) connected",
"source": "MW"
},
"connected": {
"def": "(adjective) joined or linked together",
"source": "MW"
},
"connection:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a device that holds or presses parts tightly together",
"source": "MW"
},
"connection:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) so important that you must do it or have it : absolutely needed",
"source": "MW"
},
"connection": {
"def": "(noun) something that joins or connects two or more things",
"source": "MW"
},
"conscious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) uncomfortably nervous about or embarrassed by what other people think about you —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"conscious:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of a person that thinks, reasons, feels, and remembers",
"source": "MW"
},
"conscious": {
"def": "(adjective) awake and able to understand what is happening around you",
"source": "MW"
},
"conservative:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) believing in the value of established and traditional practices in politics and society : relating to or supporting political conservatism",
"source": "MW"
},
"conservative:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who believes in the value of established and traditional practices in politics and society : a person who is politically conservative",
"source": "MW"
},
"conservative": {
"def": "(adjective) believing in the value of established and traditional practices in politics and society : relating to or supporting political conservatism",
"source": "MW"
},
"consideration:noun": {
"def": "(noun) careful thought : the act of thinking carefully about something you will make a decision about",
"source": "MW"
},
"consideration:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause or allow someone to have (something) as a present : to make a present of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"consideration:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in or to a lower place than (something) : below or beneath (something) : underneath",
"source": "MW"
},
"consideration": {
"def": "(noun) careful thought : the act of thinking carefully about something you will make a decision about",
"source": "MW"
},
"consistent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) always acting or behaving in the same way",
"source": "MW"
},
"consistent": {
"def": "(adjective) always acting or behaving in the same way",
"source": "MW"
},
"constantly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening all the time or very often over a period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"constantly": {
"def": "(adjective) happening all the time or very often over a period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"constituency:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people who support or who are likely to support a politician or political party",
"source": "MW"
},
"constituency": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people who support or who are likely to support a politician or political party",
"source": "MW"
},
"construct:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to build or make (something physical, such as a road, bridge, or building)",
"source": "MW"
},
"construct:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as an idea or a theory) that is formed in people's minds",
"source": "MW"
},
"construct": {
"def": "(verb) to build or make (something physical, such as a road, bridge, or building)",
"source": "MW"
},
"construction:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a kind of thick paper that comes in many colors and is used especially by children in school to create art",
"source": "MW"
},
"construction:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in or to a lower place than (something) : below or beneath (something) : underneath",
"source": "MW"
},
"construction": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of building something (such as a house or road) —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"consume:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to eat or drink (something) —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"consume": {
"def": "(verb) to eat or drink (something) —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"consumer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) products (such as cars and stoves) that that usually last a very long time —called also (British) consumer durables",
"source": "MW"
},
"consumer": {
"def": "(noun) a person who buys goods and services —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"contact:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a situation in which two people are looking directly into each other's eyes",
"source": "MW"
},
"contact:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be unable to find (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"contact:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) allowing players to touch or hit each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"contact": {
"def": "(noun) the state or condition that exists when two people or things physically touch each other : a state of touching",
"source": "MW"
},
"contain:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have (something) inside",
"source": "MW"
},
"contain": {
"def": "(verb) to have (something) inside",
"source": "MW"
},
"container:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large ship made to carry cargo containers",
"source": "MW"
},
"container": {
"def": "(noun) an object (such as a box or can) that can hold something",
"source": "MW"
},
"contemporary:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or beginning now or in recent times",
"source": "MW"
},
"contemporary:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who lives at the same time or is about the same age as another person",
"source": "MW"
},
"contemporary": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or beginning now or in recent times",
"source": "MW"
},
"contest:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a special ability that allows someone to do something well",
"source": "MW"
},
"contest:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) the subject of an argument or a legal case : to say that you do not agree with or accept (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"contest": {
"def": "(noun) an event in which people try to win by doing something better than others",
"source": "MW"
},
"continent:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of the great divisions of land (such as North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, or Antarctica) of the Earth",
"source": "MW"
},
"continent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to control your bladder and bowels",
"source": "MW"
},
"continent": {
"def": "(noun) one of the great divisions of land (such as North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, or Antarctica) of the Earth",
"source": "MW"
},
"continuous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) continuing without stopping : happening or existing without a break or interruption",
"source": "MW"
},
"continuous": {
"def": "(adjective) continuing without stopping : happening or existing without a break or interruption",
"source": "MW"
},
"contract:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a failure to do what is required by a law, an agreement, or a duty : failure to act in a required or promised way—usually + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"contract:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) smaller or shorter",
"source": "MW"
},
"contract": {
"def": "(noun) a legal agreement between people, companies, etc. —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"contribute:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give (something, such as money, goods, or time) to help a person, group, cause, or organization—usually + to or toward",
"source": "MW"
},
"contribute": {
"def": "(verb) to give (something, such as money, goods, or time) to help a person, group, cause, or organization—usually + to or toward",
"source": "MW"
},
"contribution:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is contributed: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"contribution": {
"def": "(noun) something that is contributed: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"control:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to direct the behavior of (a person or animal) : to cause (a person or animal) to do what you want",
"source": "MW"
},
"control:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the activity of checking goods as they are produced to make sure that the final products are good—abbr. QC",
"source": "MW"
},
"control": {
"def": "(verb) to direct the behavior of (a person or animal) : to cause (a person or animal) to do what you want",
"source": "MW"
},
"convenient:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) allowing you to do something easily or without trouble",
"source": "MW"
},
"convenient": {
"def": "(adjective) allowing you to do something easily or without trouble",
"source": "MW"
},
"conversation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something new or unusual that gives people a subject to talk about",
"source": "MW"
},
"conversation": {
"def": "(noun) an informal talk involving two people or a small group of people : the act of talking in an informal way",
"source": "MW"
},
"convert:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to change (something) into a different form or so that it can be used in a different way—usually + to or into",
"source": "MW"
},
"convert:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who has changed to a different religion, belief, political party, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"convert": {
"def": "(verb) to change (something) into a different form or so that it can be used in a different way—usually + to or into",
"source": "MW"
},
"convinced:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) completely certain or sure about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"convinced:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to believe that something is true",
"source": "MW"
},
"convinced": {
"def": "(adjective) completely certain or sure about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"convoluted:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very complicated and difficult to understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"convoluted": {
"def": "(adjective) very complicated and difficult to understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"cooker:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a special pot that is used to cook food quickly by using the pressure of steam",
"source": "MW"
},
"cooker": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of equipment that is used to cook food",
"source": "MW"
},
"cooking:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a special pot that is used to cook food quickly by using the pressure of steam",
"source": "MW"
},
"cooking:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) suitable for or used in cooking : involving or having to do with cooking",
"source": "MW"
},
"cooking:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to prepare (food) for eating especially by using heat",
"source": "MW"
},
"cooking": {
"def": "(noun) the act of preparing and cooking food",
"source": "MW"
},
"copy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a printed copy of a document",
"source": "MW"
},
"copy:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a version of (something) that is exactly or almost exactly like the original : to make a copy or duplicate of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"copy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) free from dirt, marks, etc. : not dirty",
"source": "MW"
},
"copy": {
"def": "(noun) something that is or looks exactly or almost exactly like something else : a version of something that is identical or almost identical to the original —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"core:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small number of very active and enthusiastic members of a group : the most devoted and active members of a group",
"source": "MW"
},
"core:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having rotted or decayed and no longer able to be used, eaten, etc. —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"core:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to remove a core from (a fruit)",
"source": "MW"
},
"core": {
"def": "(noun) the central part of a fruit (such as an apple) that contains the seeds",
"source": "MW"
},
"corporate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) involving or associated with a corporation",
"source": "MW"
},
"corporate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or go up (something) using your feet and often your hands",
"source": "MW"
},
"corporate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a government program for poor or unemployed people that helps pay for their food, housing, medical costs, etc. —often used before another noun —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"corporate": {
"def": "(adjective) involving or associated with a corporation",
"source": "MW"
},
"correct:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not agreeing with the facts or truth : incorrect",
"source": "MW"
},
"correct:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to change (something) so that it is right, true, proper, etc. : to make (something) correct",
"source": "MW"
},
"correct:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the study of the structure of living things",
"source": "MW"
},
"correct": {
"def": "(adjective) true or accurate : agreeing with facts : right",
"source": "MW"
},
"correctly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) true or accurate : agreeing with facts : right",
"source": "MW"
},
"correctly:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the power or process of remembering what has been learned",
"source": "MW"
},
"correctly:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give (food or drink) to someone at a meal, in a restaurant, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"correctly": {
"def": "(adjective) true or accurate : agreeing with facts : right",
"source": "MW"
},
"cost:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the amount of money that is needed to make or get something that you are going to sell",
"source": "MW"
},
"cost:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have (an amount of money) as a price",
"source": "MW"
},
"cost:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to indicate a person or thing that is not particular or specific",
"source": "MW"
},
"cost": {
"def": "(noun) the price of something : the amount of money that is needed to pay for or buy something",
"source": "MW"
},
"costume:noun": {
"def": "(noun) special clothing that women and girls wear for swimming —called also (chiefly US) bathing suit, swimming costume",
"source": "MW"
},
"costume:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) involving people wearing costumes",
"source": "MW"
},
"costume": {
"def": "(noun) the clothes that are worn by someone (such as an actor) who is trying to look like a different person or thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"cottage:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large area of land that sticks out into a sea, bay, etc.—often used in proper names",
"source": "MW"
},
"cottage": {
"def": "(noun) a small house especially in the country",
"source": "MW"
},
"cotton:noun": {
"def": "(noun) cotton ball",
"source": "MW"
},
"cotton:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to make a statement more forceful",
"source": "MW"
},
"cotton": {
"def": "(noun) a soft, white material that grows on the seeds of a tall plant and that is used to make cloth; also : the plants on which this material grows",
"source": "MW"
},
"could:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to let (something) fall",
"source": "MW"
},
"could:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) the entire number, quantity, or amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"could:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) only —sometimes used for emphasis",
"source": "MW"
},
"could": {
"def": "(verb) —used as the past tense of can",
"source": "MW"
},
"councillor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a member of a council",
"source": "MW"
},
"councillor": {
"def": "(noun) a member of a council",
"source": "MW"
},
"counselling:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give advice to (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"counselling:noun": {
"def": "(noun) help for married couples who have problems in their relationship —called also (British) marriage guidance",
"source": "MW"
},
"counselling": {
"def": "(verb) to give advice to (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"counsellor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who provides advice as a job : a person who counsels people",
"source": "MW"
},
"counsellor": {
"def": "(noun) a person who provides advice as a job : a person who counsels people",
"source": "MW"
},
"country:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large house that is built on a large piece of land",
"source": "MW"
},
"country:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or characteristic of the country",
"source": "MW"
},
"country": {
"def": "(noun) an area of land that is controlled by its own government : nation",
"source": "MW"
},
"countryside:noun": {
"def": "(noun) land that is away from big towns and cities",
"source": "MW"
},
"countryside": {
"def": "(noun) land that is away from big towns and cities",
"source": "MW"
},
"county:noun": {
"def": "(noun) county seat",
"source": "MW"
},
"county": {
"def": "(noun) an area of a state or country that is larger than a city and has its own government to deal with local matters —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"court:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person whose job is to write down exactly what is said and done during a legal trial",
"source": "MW"
},
"court:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to present evidence against (someone) in a military court : to put (someone) on trial in a military court",
"source": "MW"
},
"court": {
"def": "(noun) a formal legal meeting in which evidence about crimes, disagreements, etc., is presented to a judge and often a jury so that decisions can be made according to the law —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"cousin:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a child of your parent's cousin",
"source": "MW"
},
"cousin": {
"def": "(noun) a child of your uncle or aunt —called also first cousin",
"source": "MW"
},
"covered:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a cover or lid",
"source": "MW"
},
"covered:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cover (something) again : to put a new cover on (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"covered:noun": {
"def": "(noun) public praise, honor, and fame",
"source": "MW"
},
"covered": {
"def": "(adjective) having a cover or lid",
"source": "MW"
},
"crazy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) unhappy and upset because you have been in a place for a long time and want to get out",
"source": "MW"
},
"crazy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place at the back of your elbow where you feel a painful tingling sensation when it is hit —called also (US) crazy bone",
"source": "MW"
},
"crazy:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) very or extremely",
"source": "MW"
},
"crazy": {
"def": "(adjective) not sane: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"cream:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very thick kind of cream that is made and eaten especially in England",
"source": "MW"
},
"cream:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stir or mix (ingredients) until they are soft and smooth",
"source": "MW"
},
"cream:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a pale yellowish color that is close to white",
"source": "MW"
},
"cream": {
"def": "(noun) the thick part of milk that rises to the top : the part of milk that contains fat",
"source": "MW"
},
"create:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something from the past) exist or seem to exist again : to create (something) again",
"source": "MW"
},
"create:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a situation in which there is much destruction or confusion",
"source": "MW"
},
"create": {
"def": "(verb) to make or produce (something) : to cause (something new) to exist",
"source": "MW"
},
"creation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of making or producing something that did not exist before : the act of creating something",
"source": "MW"
},
"creation:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something from the past) exist or seem to exist again : to create (something) again",
"source": "MW"
},
"creation:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"creation": {
"def": "(noun) the act of making or producing something that did not exist before : the act of creating something",
"source": "MW"
},
"creative:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing an ability to make new things or think of new ideas",
"source": "MW"
},
"creative": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing an ability to make new things or think of new ideas",
"source": "MW"
},
"credit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an arrangement in which a bank, store, etc., allows a customer to buy things with a credit card and pay for them later —called also (British) credit account",
"source": "MW"
},
"credit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to add (an amount of money) to a total",
"source": "MW"
},
"credit:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) required or expected to happen : expected to be in a particular place at a particular time —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"credit": {
"def": "(noun) money that a bank or business will allow a person to use and then pay back in the future",
"source": "MW"
},
"crime:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very strong feeling of dislike —sometimes used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"crime:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or having the kind of jobs that are done in an office instead of a factory, warehouse, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"crime:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give money for goods or services —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"crime": {
"def": "(noun) an illegal act for which someone can be punished by the government",
"source": "MW"
},
"criminal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) involving illegal activity : relating to crime",
"source": "MW"
},
"criminal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act committed during a war that violates international law usually because it is cruel, unfair, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"criminal": {
"def": "(adjective) involving illegal activity : relating to crime",
"source": "MW"
},
"criterion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is used as a reason for making a judgment or decision —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"criterion": {
"def": "(noun) something that is used as a reason for making a judgment or decision —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"critic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who gives opinions about books, movies, or other forms of art",
"source": "MW"
},
"critic": {
"def": "(noun) a person who gives opinions about books, movies, or other forms of art",
"source": "MW"
},
"critical:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) expressing criticism or disapproval",
"source": "MW"
},
"critical:noun": {
"def": "(noun) criticism of your own faults and weaknesses",
"source": "MW"
},
"critical:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"critical": {
"def": "(adjective) expressing criticism or disapproval",
"source": "MW"
},
"criticism:noun": {
"def": "(noun) criticism of your own faults and weaknesses",
"source": "MW"
},
"criticism:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"criticism": {
"def": "(noun) the act of expressing disapproval and of noting the problems or faults of a person or thing : the act of criticizing someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"criticize:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to express disapproval of (someone or something) : to talk about the problems or faults of (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"criticize": {
"def": "(verb) to express disapproval of (someone or something) : to talk about the problems or faults of (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"crop:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a crop (such as tobacco or cotton) that is grown to be sold rather than for use by the farmer",
"source": "MW"
},
"crop:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cut off the upper or outer parts of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"crop:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) unusually large",
"source": "MW"
},
"crop": {
"def": "(noun) a plant or plant product that is grown by farmers —sometimes used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"crowd:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do activities for fun or enjoyment —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"crowd:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the number 2",
"source": "MW"
},
"crowd": {
"def": "(verb) to fill (something) so that there is little or no room for anyone or anything else : to take up much or most of the space in (an area or space)",
"source": "MW"
},
"crowded:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) filled with too many people or things —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"crowded:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to fill (something) so that there is little or no room for anyone or anything else : to take up much or most of the space in (an area or space)",
"source": "MW"
},
"crowded": {
"def": "(adjective) filled with too many people or things —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"crucial:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely important",
"source": "MW"
},
"crucial": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely important",
"source": "MW"
},
"cruel:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe people who hurt others and do not feel sorry about it",
"source": "MW"
},
"cruel:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of punishing someone or a way of punishing someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"cruel": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe people who hurt others and do not feel sorry about it",
"source": "MW"
},
"cub:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a member of an organization of Boy Scouts for boys ages 7 through 10",
"source": "MW"
},
"cub": {
"def": "(noun) a young animal that eats meat",
"source": "MW"
},
"cultural:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or involving two or more different cultures or countries",
"source": "MW"
},
"cultural": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a particular group of people and their habits, beliefs, traditions, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"culture:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of confusion, doubt, or nervousness caused by being in a place (such as a foreign country) that is very different from what you are used to",
"source": "MW"
},
"culture:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to grow (something) in controlled conditions",
"source": "MW"
},
"culture:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"culture": {
"def": "(noun) the beliefs, customs, arts, etc., of a particular society, group, place, or time",
"source": "MW"
},
"cupboard:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the structure of bones that supports the body of a person or animal",
"source": "MW"
},
"cupboard": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of furniture used for storage that has doors and contains shelves",
"source": "MW"
},
"curly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having curls",
"source": "MW"
},
"curly:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a part that adds physical strength or support",
"source": "MW"
},
"curly": {
"def": "(adjective) having curls",
"source": "MW"
},
"currency:noun": {
"def": "(noun) money that comes from a country with a strong government and economy and that is not likely to lose its value",
"source": "MW"
},
"currency": {
"def": "(noun) the money that a country uses : a specific kind of money",
"source": "MW"
},
"current:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or existing now : belonging to or existing in the present time",
"source": "MW"
},
"current:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a bank account from which you can take money by writing checks —called also (British) current account",
"source": "MW"
},
"current": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or existing now : belonging to or existing in the present time",
"source": "MW"
},
"currently:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or existing now : belonging to or existing in the present time",
"source": "MW"
},
"currently": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or existing now : belonging to or existing in the present time",
"source": "MW"
},
"curtain:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the thing that is measured as seconds, minutes, hours, days, years, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"curtain:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (an object or device, such as a bell) to make a sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"curtain": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of cloth that hangs down from above a window and can be used to cover the window",
"source": "MW"
},
"curve:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the rate at which someone learns something new : the course of progress made in learning something",
"source": "MW"
},
"curve:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to form a curve : to turn or change from a straight line, shape, or path to a smooth, rounded one",
"source": "MW"
},
"curve": {
"def": "(noun) a smooth, rounded line, shape, path, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"customer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the bottom or lowest part of something : the part on which something rests or is supported—usually singular —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"customer:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) somewhat cold : not warm or hot",
"source": "MW"
},
"customer": {
"def": "(noun) someone who buys goods or services from a business —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"cycle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a repeating situation or condition in which one problem causes another problem that makes the first problem worse —called also vicious cycle",
"source": "MW"
},
"cycle:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go through a repeated process or to cause (something) to go through a repeated process",
"source": "MW"
},
"cycle:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to menstruation : of or relating to the flow of blood that comes from a woman's body each month",
"source": "MW"
},
"cycle": {
"def": "(noun) a set of events or actions that happen again and again in the same order : a repeating series of events or actions —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"dad:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a lazy person : a person who does not work",
"source": "MW"
},
"dad": {
"def": "(noun) a person's father —often used as a form of address",
"source": "MW"
},
"daily:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening, done, made, used, or existing every day",
"source": "MW"
},
"daily:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as an idea or set of ideas) from which another thing develops or can develop —usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"daily": {
"def": "(adjective) happening, done, made, used, or existing every day",
"source": "MW"
},
"damage:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of controlling the size or extent of something : the act of limiting something",
"source": "MW"
},
"damage:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause damage to (something): such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"damage": {
"def": "(noun) physical harm that is done to something or to someone's body",
"source": "MW"
},
"dance:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move your body in a way that goes with the rhythm and style of music that is being played",
"source": "MW"
},
"dance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a performance that combines singing and dancing",
"source": "MW"
},
"dance": {
"def": "(verb) to move your body in a way that goes with the rhythm and style of music that is being played",
"source": "MW"
},
"dancer:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move your body in a way that goes with the rhythm and style of music that is being played",
"source": "MW"
},
"dancer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a kind of dance in which you wear special shoes with metal plates on the heels and toes and make tapping sounds with your feet",
"source": "MW"
},
"dancer": {
"def": "(verb) to move your body in a way that goes with the rhythm and style of music that is being played",
"source": "MW"
},
"dancing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move your body in a way that goes with the rhythm and style of music that is being played",
"source": "MW"
},
"dancing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used in an exaggerated way to suggest that something (such as a machine that has many features) is like a large and expensive show that has many singing and dancing performers",
"source": "MW"
},
"dancing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a dance done by a group of people who stand next to each other in a line and who all perform the same movements",
"source": "MW"
},
"dancing": {
"def": "(verb) to move your body in a way that goes with the rhythm and style of music that is being played",
"source": "MW"
},
"dangerous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) involving the use of weapons",
"source": "MW"
},
"dangerous:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the clear liquid that has no color, taste, or smell, that falls from clouds as rain, that forms streams, lakes, and seas, and that is used for drinking, washing, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"dangerous": {
"def": "(adjective) involving possible injury, harm, or death : characterized by danger —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"data:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of becoming healthy after an illness or injury : the act or process of recovering—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"data": {
"def": "(noun) facts or information used usually to calculate, analyze, or plan something",
"source": "MW"
},
"date:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the day when someone or something is due: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"date:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do an activity with someone you have or might have a romantic relationship with : to go on a date or several dates with (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"date": {
"def": "(noun) a particular day of a month or year",
"source": "MW"
},
"daunting:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) tending to make people afraid or less confident : very difficult to do or deal with",
"source": "MW"
},
"daunting:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) afraid or less confident —often used as (be) daunted",
"source": "MW"
},
"daunting": {
"def": "(adjective) tending to make people afraid or less confident : very difficult to do or deal with",
"source": "MW"
},
"dear:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) located a short distance away : close",
"source": "MW"
},
"dear:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) with love and respect—used in the phrase hold dear",
"source": "MW"
},
"dear:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to grow, change, etc., that separates plants and animals from things like water or rocks",
"source": "MW"
},
"dear:interjection": {
"def": "(interjection) —used especially to express surprise, fear, or disappointment",
"source": "MW"
},
"dear:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have (an amount of money) as a price",
"source": "MW"
},
"dear": {
"def": "(adjective) loved or valued very much —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"debacle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a great disaster or complete failure",
"source": "MW"
},
"debacle": {
"def": "(noun) a great disaster or complete failure",
"source": "MW"
},
"debate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the person or thing that is being discussed or described : topic",
"source": "MW"
},
"debate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to discuss (something) with people whose opinions are different from your own",
"source": "MW"
},
"debate": {
"def": "(noun) a discussion between people in which they express different opinions about something —often + on, about, or over —often + on, about, or over",
"source": "MW"
},
"debt:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a good feeling that you have towards someone who has helped you, given something to you, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"debt:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a large distance to the bottom from the surface or highest point —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"debt:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to need to pay or repay money to a person, bank, business, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"debt": {
"def": "(noun) an amount of money that you owe to a person, bank, company, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"decade:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a period of 10 years; especially : a 10-year period beginning with a year ending in 0",
"source": "MW"
},
"decade": {
"def": "(noun) a period of 10 years; especially : a 10-year period beginning with a year ending in 0",
"source": "MW"
},
"december:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the 12th and last month of the year —abbr. Dec.",
"source": "MW"
},
"december": {
"def": "(noun) the 12th and last month of the year —abbr. Dec.",
"source": "MW"
},
"decent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) in the middle between two points",
"source": "MW"
},
"decent": {
"def": "(adjective) polite, moral, and honest",
"source": "MW"
},
"decline:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become lower in amount or less in number",
"source": "MW"
},
"decline:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a way of living or existing",
"source": "MW"
},
"decline:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing death eventually : leading finally to death",
"source": "MW"
},
"decline": {
"def": "(verb) to become lower in amount or less in number",
"source": "MW"
},
"decorate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) more attractive usually by putting something on it —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"decorate": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) more attractive usually by putting something on it —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"decoration:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the art or job of planning how the rooms of a building should be furnished and decorated —called also interior decoration",
"source": "MW"
},
"decoration": {
"def": "(noun) something that is added to something else to make it more attractive",
"source": "MW"
},
"decorous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) correct and polite in a particular situation",
"source": "MW"
},
"decorous": {
"def": "(adjective) correct and polite in a particular situation",
"source": "MW"
},
"decrease:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become smaller in size, amount, number, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"decrease:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of becoming smaller or of making something smaller in size, amount, number, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"decrease": {
"def": "(verb) to become smaller in size, amount, number, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"dedicate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to officially make (something) a place for honoring or remembering a person, event, etc. —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"dedicate": {
"def": "(verb) to officially make (something) a place for honoring or remembering a person, event, etc. —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"defence:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a way of playing defense in football, basketball, etc., by having each player on a team guard a certain area of the field or court",
"source": "MW"
},
"defence": {
"def": "(noun) the act of defending someone or something from attack",
"source": "MW"
},
"defense:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a way of playing defense in football, basketball, etc., by having each player on a team guard a certain area of the field or court",
"source": "MW"
},
"defense:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to jump from a surface",
"source": "MW"
},
"defense": {
"def": "(noun) the act of defending someone or something from attack",
"source": "MW"
},
"define:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to explain the meaning of (a word, phrase, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"define:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a rule or limit that controls what something is or how something should be done—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"define": {
"def": "(verb) to explain the meaning of (a word, phrase, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"definite:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) said or done in such a way that others know exactly what you mean",
"source": "MW"
},
"definite:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the word the used in English to refer to a person or thing that is identified or specified; also : a word that is used in a similar way in another language",
"source": "MW"
},
"definite": {
"def": "(adjective) said or done in such a way that others know exactly what you mean",
"source": "MW"
},
"definitely:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) without doubt : in a way that is certain or clear",
"source": "MW"
},
"definitely": {
"def": "(adverb) without doubt : in a way that is certain or clear",
"source": "MW"
},
"definition:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an explanation of the meaning of a word, phrase, etc. : a statement that defines a word, phrase, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"definition:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a very clear picture and a wide screen",
"source": "MW"
},
"definition": {
"def": "(noun) an explanation of the meaning of a word, phrase, etc. : a statement that defines a word, phrase, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"delay:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is done in order to delay a decision, an occurrence, etc. —called also (chiefly US) delay tactic",
"source": "MW"
},
"delay:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to wait until later to do something : to make something happen later",
"source": "MW"
},
"delay": {
"def": "(noun) a situation in which something happens later than it should",
"source": "MW"
},
"deliberate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done or said in a way that is planned or intended : done or said on purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"deliberate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to think about or discuss something very carefully in order to make a decision —often + whether, what, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"deliberate": {
"def": "(adjective) done or said in a way that is planned or intended : done or said on purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"deliberately:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that is meant, intended, or planned",
"source": "MW"
},
"deliberately": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that is meant, intended, or planned",
"source": "MW"
},
"delicious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very pleasant to taste",
"source": "MW"
},
"delicious": {
"def": "(adjective) very pleasant to taste",
"source": "MW"
},
"delight:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of candy made of thick jelly that is cut into pieces and covered with sugar",
"source": "MW"
},
"delight:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) very happy : to give (someone) great pleasure or satisfaction",
"source": "MW"
},
"delight": {
"def": "(noun) a strong feeling of happiness : great pleasure or satisfaction",
"source": "MW"
},
"delineate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to clearly show or describe (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"delineate": {
"def": "(verb) to clearly show or describe (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"delivery:noun": {
"def": "(noun) mail for which a person must sign an official document stating that it has been received —called also (British) recorded delivery",
"source": "MW"
},
"delivery": {
"def": "(noun) the act of taking something to a person or place",
"source": "MW"
},
"demonstrate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to prove (something) by showing examples of it : to show evidence of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"demonstrate": {
"def": "(verb) to prove (something) by showing examples of it : to show evidence of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"denigrate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say very critical and often unfair things about (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"denigrate": {
"def": "(verb) to say very critical and often unfair things about (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"dentist:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person whose job is to care for people's teeth",
"source": "MW"
},
"dentist": {
"def": "(noun) a person whose job is to care for people's teeth",
"source": "MW"
},
"deny:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say that something is not true",
"source": "MW"
},
"deny": {
"def": "(verb) to say that something is not true",
"source": "MW"
},
"department:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the place where the money of a government, club, etc., is kept; also : the money itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"department:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to buy (property, goods, etc.) : to get (something) by paying money for it",
"source": "MW"
},
"department": {
"def": "(noun) one of the major parts of a company, organization, government, or school —abbr. dept.",
"source": "MW"
},
"departure:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the thing that is measured as seconds, minutes, hours, days, years, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"departure": {
"def": "(noun) the act of departing: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"depend:verb": {
"def": "(verb) —used in speech in phrases like it depends and that depends to say that the answer to a question will be different in different situations",
"source": "MW"
},
"depend": {
"def": "(verb) —used in speech in phrases like it depends and that depends to say that the answer to a question will be different in different situations",
"source": "MW"
},
"depravity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very evil quality or way of behaving",
"source": "MW"
},
"depravity": {
"def": "(noun) a very evil quality or way of behaving",
"source": "MW"
},
"depressed:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling sad",
"source": "MW"
},
"depressed:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) feel sad : to make (someone) depressed",
"source": "MW"
},
"depressed": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling sad",
"source": "MW"
},
"depressing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing someone to feel sad or without hope : causing depression",
"source": "MW"
},
"depressing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) feel sad : to make (someone) depressed",
"source": "MW"
},
"depressing": {
"def": "(adjective) causing someone to feel sad or without hope : causing depression",
"source": "MW"
},
"describe:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do the first part of an action : to start doing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"describe": {
"def": "(verb) to tell someone the appearance, sound, smell, events, etc., of (something or someone) : to say what something or someone is like —often + as",
"source": "MW"
},
"description:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a statement that tells you how something or someone looks, sounds, etc. : words that describe something or someone —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"description:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone or something) very poor",
"source": "MW"
},
"description:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"description": {
"def": "(noun) a statement that tells you how something or someone looks, sounds, etc. : words that describe something or someone —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"desert:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an area of very dry land that is usually covered with sand and is very hot —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"desert:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go away from (a place) : to leave (a place)",
"source": "MW"
},
"desert": {
"def": "(noun) an area of very dry land that is usually covered with sand and is very hot —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"deserve:verb": {
"def": "(verb) —used to say that someone or something should or should not have or be given something —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"deserve": {
"def": "(verb) —used to say that someone or something should or should not have or be given something —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"design:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to plan and make decisions about (something that is being built or created) : to create the plans, drawings, etc., that show how (something) will be made",
"source": "MW"
},
"design:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the art or job of planning how the rooms of a building should be furnished and decorated —called also interior decoration",
"source": "MW"
},
"design": {
"def": "(verb) to plan and make decisions about (something that is being built or created) : to create the plans, drawings, etc., that show how (something) will be made",
"source": "MW"
},
"designer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person whose job is to plan how the rooms of a building should be furnished and decorated —called also interior decorator",
"source": "MW"
},
"designer:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) created by a famous designer",
"source": "MW"
},
"designer": {
"def": "(noun) a person who plans how something new will look and be made : a person who creates and often produces a new product, style, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"desk:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the kind of welcome that someone or something is given—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"desk:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the front : located at the front",
"source": "MW"
},
"desk": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of furniture that is like a table and often has drawers —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"desolate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) lacking the people, plants, animals, etc., that make people feel welcome in a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"desolate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) feel very sad and lonely for a long time—usually used as (be) desolated",
"source": "MW"
},
"desolate": {
"def": "(adjective) lacking the people, plants, animals, etc., that make people feel welcome in a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"despite:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) without being prevented by (something)—used to say that something happens or is true even though there is something that might prevent it from happening or being true",
"source": "MW"
},
"despite:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the possibility that something will happen : the chance that one thing will happen instead of a different thing —often used with the",
"source": "MW"
},
"despite": {
"def": "(preposition) without being prevented by (something)—used to say that something happens or is true even though there is something that might prevent it from happening or being true",
"source": "MW"
},
"despondent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very sad and without hope —often + over or about",
"source": "MW"
},
"despondent": {
"def": "(adjective) very sad and without hope —often + over or about",
"source": "MW"
},
"destination:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place to which a person is going or something is being sent",
"source": "MW"
},
"destination": {
"def": "(noun) a place to which a person is going or something is being sent",
"source": "MW"
},
"detailed:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) including many details : including a lot of information",
"source": "MW"
},
"detailed:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to state particular facts or information about (something) : to describe or discuss the details of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"detailed": {
"def": "(adjective) including many details : including a lot of information",
"source": "MW"
},
"detective:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who works as a detective and who is not a member of a police force —called also private detective, private eye",
"source": "MW"
},
"detective:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done in order to find out hidden or unknown information",
"source": "MW"
},
"detective": {
"def": "(noun) a police officer whose job is to find information about crimes that have occurred and to catch criminals",
"source": "MW"
},
"detrimental:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing damage or injury —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"detrimental": {
"def": "(adjective) causing damage or injury —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"develop:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something) to grow or become bigger or more advanced",
"source": "MW"
},
"develop": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something) to grow or become bigger or more advanced",
"source": "MW"
},
"development:noun": {
"def": "(noun) studies and tests that are done in order to design new or improved products —abbr. R & D",
"source": "MW"
},
"development:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"development": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of growing or causing something to grow or become larger or more advanced —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"device:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act, process, or state of floating or of causing or allowing something to float",
"source": "MW"
},
"device": {
"def": "(noun) an object, machine, or piece of equipment that has been made for some special purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"devious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) willing to lie and trick people in order to get what is wanted",
"source": "MW"
},
"devious": {
"def": "(adjective) willing to lie and trick people in order to get what is wanted",
"source": "MW"
},
"diagram:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a drawing that explains or shows the parts of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"diagram:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to show or explain (something) in a diagram",
"source": "MW"
},
"diagram": {
"def": "(noun) a drawing that explains or shows the parts of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"dialogue:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the things that are said by the characters in a story, movie, play, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"dialogue": {
"def": "(noun) the things that are said by the characters in a story, movie, play, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"diamond:noun": {
"def": "(noun) diamond in the rough",
"source": "MW"
},
"diamond:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the 60th or 75th anniversary of an important event (such as a marriage)",
"source": "MW"
},
"diamond": {
"def": "(noun) a very hard usually colorless stone that is a form of carbon and is used especially in jewelry —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"diary:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small book or calendar in which people write dates, appointments, etc., that they have planned or scheduled —called also (British) diary",
"source": "MW"
},
"diary": {
"def": "(noun) a book in which you write down your personal experiences and thoughts each day",
"source": "MW"
},
"dictionary:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a reference book that contains words listed in alphabetical order and that gives information about the words' meanings, forms, pronunciations, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"dictionary": {
"def": "(noun) a reference book that contains words listed in alphabetical order and that gives information about the words' meanings, forms, pronunciations, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"didactic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) designed or intended to teach people something",
"source": "MW"
},
"didactic": {
"def": "(adjective) designed or intended to teach people something",
"source": "MW"
},
"diet:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a substance that is able to flow freely : fluid",
"source": "MW"
},
"diet:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to eat less food or to eat only particular kinds of food in order to lose weight : to be on a diet",
"source": "MW"
},
"diet:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a smaller number of calories than usual",
"source": "MW"
},
"diet": {
"def": "(noun) the food that a person or animal usually eats —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"difference:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a belief, judgment, or way of thinking about something : what someone thinks about a particular thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"difference:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not different—used when referring to a particular person or thing that is connected to more than one person, time, place, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"difference:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say or write (something) to (someone) —often + about —often + that —often + what, where, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"difference": {
"def": "(noun) the quality that makes one person or thing unlike another",
"source": "MW"
},
"differently:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not of the same kind : partly or totally unlike —often + from, than, or to",
"source": "MW"
},
"differently": {
"def": "(adjective) not of the same kind : partly or totally unlike —often + from, than, or to",
"source": "MW"
},
"difficult:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not easy : requiring much work or skill to do or make —often followed by to + verb —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"difficult:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the thing that is measured as seconds, minutes, hours, days, years, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"difficult": {
"def": "(adjective) not easy : requiring much work or skill to do or make —often followed by to + verb —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"difficulty:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a condition that makes learning difficult —called also (chiefly British) learning difficulty",
"source": "MW"
},
"difficulty": {
"def": "(noun) the quality of something that makes it hard to do : the difficult nature of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"diffidence:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) lacking confidence : not feeling comfortable around people",
"source": "MW"
},
"diffidence": {
"def": "(adjective) lacking confidence : not feeling comfortable around people",
"source": "MW"
},
"dig:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move soil, sand, snow, etc., in order to create a hole",
"source": "MW"
},
"dig:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the back part of your foot that is below the ankle",
"source": "MW"
},
"dig:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not appropriate for a person's social position : beneath someone's dignity",
"source": "MW"
},
"dig": {
"def": "(verb) to move soil, sand, snow, etc., in order to create a hole",
"source": "MW"
},
"digital:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) showing the time with numbers instead of with hour and minute hands",
"source": "MW"
},
"digital:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a computer that works with numbers that are represented by the digits 0 and 1",
"source": "MW"
},
"digital": {
"def": "(adjective) showing the time with numbers instead of with hour and minute hands",
"source": "MW"
},
"dilapidated:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) in very bad condition because of age or lack of care",
"source": "MW"
},
"dilapidated": {
"def": "(adjective) in very bad condition because of age or lack of care",
"source": "MW"
},
"dilatory:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing a delay",
"source": "MW"
},
"dilatory": {
"def": "(adjective) causing a delay",
"source": "MW"
},
"dinner:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a formal suit for a man; especially : a formal black suit worn with a white shirt and a black bow tie —called also (British) dinner suit",
"source": "MW"
},
"dinner:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to perform (an action or activity)",
"source": "MW"
},
"dinner": {
"def": "(noun) the main meal of the day —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"director:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the art, process, or job of taking pictures with a camera",
"source": "MW"
},
"director": {
"def": "(noun) a person who manages an organized group of people or a part of an organization (such as a school or business)",
"source": "MW"
},
"dirt:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a road with a hard dirt surface : an unpaved road",
"source": "MW"
},
"dirt:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very poor : suffering extreme poverty",
"source": "MW"
},
"dirt:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to talk about the personal life of someone else : gossip",
"source": "MW"
},
"dirt": {
"def": "(noun) loose earth or soil",
"source": "MW"
},
"dirty:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) involving methods that are regarded as harsh, unfair, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"dirty:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to place something in an open area where there is a lot of moving air to make it cool, dry, or clean",
"source": "MW"
},
"dirty:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in an unfair or dishonest way",
"source": "MW"
},
"dirty:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an offensive word",
"source": "MW"
},
"dirty": {
"def": "(adjective) indecent and offensive",
"source": "MW"
},
"disadvantage:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that causes difficulty : something that makes someone or something worse or less likely to succeed than others",
"source": "MW"
},
"disadvantage": {
"def": "(noun) something that causes difficulty : something that makes someone or something worse or less likely to succeed than others",
"source": "MW"
},
"disappear:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stop being visible : to pass out of sight",
"source": "MW"
},
"disappear:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a small distance between the top and bottom or front and back surfaces : not thick",
"source": "MW"
},
"disappear": {
"def": "(verb) to stop being visible : to pass out of sight",
"source": "MW"
},
"disappointing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) unhappy by not being as good as expected or by not doing something that was hoped for or expected",
"source": "MW"
},
"disappointing": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) unhappy by not being as good as expected or by not doing something that was hoped for or expected",
"source": "MW"
},
"disaster:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a set of instructions for making food —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"disaster:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say, write, or print the letters of (a word or name) —sometimes + out",
"source": "MW"
},
"disaster": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a flood, tornado, fire, plane crash, etc.) that happens suddenly and causes much suffering or loss to many people",
"source": "MW"
},
"disc:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small plastic disk on which information (such as music or computer data) is recorded —called also compact disc",
"source": "MW"
},
"disc": {
"def": "(noun) a flat, thin, round object",
"source": "MW"
},
"discern:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to see, hear, or notice (something) with difficulty or effort",
"source": "MW"
},
"discern": {
"def": "(verb) to see, hear, or notice (something) with difficulty or effort",
"source": "MW"
},
"discordant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) harsh or unpleasant in sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"discordant": {
"def": "(adjective) harsh or unpleasant in sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"discount:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an amount taken off a regular price : a price reduction",
"source": "MW"
},
"discount:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) selling goods or services at reduced prices",
"source": "MW"
},
"discount:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to lower the amount of (a bill, price, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"discount": {
"def": "(noun) an amount taken off a regular price : a price reduction",
"source": "MW"
},
"discovery:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of gaining knowledge or understanding of your abilities, character, and feelings",
"source": "MW"
},
"discovery:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to avoid or escape (someone or something) by being quick, skillful, or clever",
"source": "MW"
},
"discovery": {
"def": "(noun) the act of finding or learning something for the first time : the act of discovering something",
"source": "MW"
},
"discuss:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to talk about (something) with another person or group",
"source": "MW"
},
"discuss": {
"def": "(verb) to talk about (something) with another person or group",
"source": "MW"
},
"discussion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people who answer questions, give advice or opinions about something, or take part in a discussion for an audience",
"source": "MW"
},
"discussion:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not closed: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"discussion:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in or to a lower place than (something) : below or beneath (something) : underneath",
"source": "MW"
},
"discussion": {
"def": "(noun) the act of talking about something with another person or a group of people : a conversation about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"disease:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a disease that affects the nervous system and causes people's muscles to become weak and their arms and legs to shake —called also Parkinson's",
"source": "MW"
},
"disease": {
"def": "(noun) an illness that affects a person, animal, or plant : a condition that prevents the body or mind from working normally",
"source": "MW"
},
"dish:noun": {
"def": "(noun) food (such as meat, noodles, and vegetables) baked together and served in a deep dish",
"source": "MW"
},
"dish:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to talk about the personal life of someone else : gossip",
"source": "MW"
},
"dish:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) baked in a dish that has high sides",
"source": "MW"
},
"dish": {
"def": "(noun) a shallow container that you cook or serve food in; specifically : a shallow bowl",
"source": "MW"
},
"dishonest:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not honest: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"dishonest": {
"def": "(adjective) not honest: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"disk:noun": {
"def": "(noun) floppy disk",
"source": "MW"
},
"disk": {
"def": "(noun) a flat, thin, round object",
"source": "MW"
},
"dislike:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to not like (something or someone) : to feel dislike for (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"dislike:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of not liking or approving of something or someone—often + of or for",
"source": "MW"
},
"dislike": {
"def": "(verb) to not like (something or someone) : to feel dislike for (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"dismiss:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to decide not to think about or consider (something or someone) —often + as",
"source": "MW"
},
"dismiss": {
"def": "(verb) to decide not to think about or consider (something or someone) —often + as",
"source": "MW"
},
"disparage:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to describe (someone or something) as unimportant, weak, bad, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"disparage": {
"def": "(verb) to describe (someone or something) as unimportant, weak, bad, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"display:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) where people can see it —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"display:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a service that allows you to see who is calling before you answer a telephone call —called also (British) caller display",
"source": "MW"
},
"display:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"display": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) where people can see it —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"disproportionate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing a difference that is not fair, reasonable, or expected : too large or too small in relation to something —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"disproportionate": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing a difference that is not fair, reasonable, or expected : too large or too small in relation to something —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"dissemble:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hide your true feelings, opinions, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"dissemble": {
"def": "(verb) to hide your true feelings, opinions, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"distraught:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very upset : so upset that you are not able to think clearly or behave normally",
"source": "MW"
},
"distraught": {
"def": "(adjective) very upset : so upset that you are not able to think clearly or behave normally",
"source": "MW"
},
"distribution:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of giving or delivering something to people",
"source": "MW"
},
"distribution": {
"def": "(noun) the act of giving or delivering something to people",
"source": "MW"
},
"division:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a way of dividing one number by another number that involves several steps which are written out",
"source": "MW"
},
"division": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of dividing something into parts : the way that something is divided",
"source": "MW"
},
"divorced:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to legally end your marriage with (your husband or wife)",
"source": "MW"
},
"divorced": {
"def": "(verb) to legally end your marriage with (your husband or wife)",
"source": "MW"
},
"do:verb": {
"def": "(verb) —used before the subject in a question",
"source": "MW"
},
"do:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone whose desire and effort to help people (such as poor people) is regarded as wrong, annoying, useless, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"do:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to work (such as fixing or building something) that you do yourself instead of hiring someone to do it",
"source": "MW"
},
"do": {
"def": "(verb) to perform (an action or activity)",
"source": "MW"
},
"doctor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) family doctor",
"source": "MW"
},
"doctor:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use your authority to tell someone to do something : to give an order to someone —usually followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"doctor": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is skilled in the science of medicine : a person who is trained and licensed to treat sick and injured people",
"source": "MW"
},
"document:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an official paper that gives information about something or that is used as proof of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"document:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to create a record of (something) through writing, film, photography, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"document": {
"def": "(noun) an official paper that gives information about something or that is used as proof of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"documentary:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a movie or television program that tells the facts about actual people and events —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"documentary:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) consisting of documents : written down",
"source": "MW"
},
"documentary": {
"def": "(noun) a movie or television program that tells the facts about actual people and events —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"dollar:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the highest amount of money that something costs or that someone earns—often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"dollar:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a bet : to risk losing something (such as money) if your guess about what will happen is wrong",
"source": "MW"
},
"dollar:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) in the lowest position",
"source": "MW"
},
"dollar": {
"def": "(noun) a basic unit of money in the U.S., Canada, Australia, and other countries that is equal to 100 cents",
"source": "MW"
},
"domestic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or made in your own country",
"source": "MW"
},
"domestic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the use of physical force to harm someone, to damage property, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"domestic": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or made in your own country",
"source": "MW"
},
"dominate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have control of or power over (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"dominate": {
"def": "(verb) to have control of or power over (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"donate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give (money, food, clothes, etc.) in order to help a person or organization",
"source": "MW"
},
"donate": {
"def": "(verb) to give (money, food, clothes, etc.) in order to help a person or organization",
"source": "MW"
},
"doom:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a member of some religions (such as Christianity, Judaism, and Islam) who delivers messages that are believed to have come from God",
"source": "MW"
},
"doom:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone or something) certain to fail, suffer, die, etc. —usually used as (be) doomed",
"source": "MW"
},
"doom": {
"def": "(noun) very bad events or situations that cannot be avoided",
"source": "MW"
},
"download:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or copy (a file, program, etc.) from a usually larger computer system to another computer or device",
"source": "MW"
},
"download:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act of moving or copying a file, program, etc., from a usually larger computer system to another computer or device",
"source": "MW"
},
"download": {
"def": "(verb) to move or copy (a file, program, etc.) from a usually larger computer system to another computer or device",
"source": "MW"
},
"downstairs:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) on or to a lower floor of a building",
"source": "MW"
},
"downstairs:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) located on a lower, main, or first floor of a building",
"source": "MW"
},
"downstairs": {
"def": "(adverb) on or to a lower floor of a building",
"source": "MW"
},
"downtown:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the main or central part of a city or town : the part of a city or town where there are tall buildings, stores, offices, etc.—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"downtown:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to, toward, or in the main or central part of a city or town",
"source": "MW"
},
"downtown": {
"def": "(noun) the main or central part of a city or town : the part of a city or town where there are tall buildings, stores, offices, etc.—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"downwards:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) from a higher place or level to a lower place or level",
"source": "MW"
},
"downwards": {
"def": "(adverb) from a higher place or level to a lower place or level",
"source": "MW"
},
"draft:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who avoids doing something by being dishonest",
"source": "MW"
},
"draft:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a surface that is not even",
"source": "MW"
},
"draft:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move quickly to one side in order to avoid being hit by (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"draft": {
"def": "(noun) a version of something (such as a document) that you make before you make the final version",
"source": "MW"
},
"drag:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to pull (someone or something that is heavy or difficult to move) —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"drag:noun": {
"def": "(noun) soft, wet dirt",
"source": "MW"
},
"drag:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very angry or violent",
"source": "MW"
},
"drag": {
"def": "(verb) to pull (someone or something that is heavy or difficult to move) —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"drama:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person (especially a woman) who acts as though things are much worse than they really are",
"source": "MW"
},
"drama:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) rising or extending upward a great distance",
"source": "MW"
},
"drama": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of writing that tells a story and is performed on a stage",
"source": "MW"
},
"dramatic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) sudden and extreme",
"source": "MW"
},
"dramatic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) community theater",
"source": "MW"
},
"dramatic": {
"def": "(adjective) sudden and extreme",
"source": "MW"
},
"drawing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the title written in large letters over a story in a newspaper",
"source": "MW"
},
"drawing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (a picture, image, etc.) by making lines on a surface especially with a pencil, pen, marker, chalk, etc., but not usually with paint",
"source": "MW"
},
"drawing": {
"def": "(noun) a picture, image, etc., that is made by making lines on a surface with a pencil, pen, marker, chalk, etc., but usually not with paint",
"source": "MW"
},
"dread:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to fear something that will or might happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"dread:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a strong feeling of fear about something that will or might happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"dread:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing great fear",
"source": "MW"
},
"dread": {
"def": "(verb) to fear something that will or might happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"dress:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put clothes on (yourself or someone else)",
"source": "MW"
},
"dress:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a usually short dress that is suitable for formal occasions",
"source": "MW"
},
"dress:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe a day during which people are allowed to wear informal clothes at work or school",
"source": "MW"
},
"dress": {
"def": "(verb) to put clothes on (yourself or someone else)",
"source": "MW"
},
"dressed:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) wearing attractive or fashionable clothes",
"source": "MW"
},
"dressed:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause the death of (a person, animal, or plant) : to end the life of (someone or something) —often used figuratively —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"dressed:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of decorating and arranging products to display in a store window",
"source": "MW"
},
"dressed": {
"def": "(adjective) wearing clothes : wearing clothes of a particular type",
"source": "MW"
},
"drink:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take a liquid into your mouth and swallow it",
"source": "MW"
},
"drink:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who drives a vehicle while drunk —called also drunken driver, drink-driver",
"source": "MW"
},
"drink": {
"def": "(verb) to take a liquid into your mouth and swallow it",
"source": "MW"
},
"driver:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who is learning to drive a car —called also (British) learner, learner driver",
"source": "MW"
},
"driver": {
"def": "(noun) a person who drives a car, truck, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"drug:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a set of questions or problems that are designed to measure a person's knowledge, skills, or abilities",
"source": "MW"
},
"drug:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give a drug to (a person or animal) in order to make that person or animal very sleepy or unconscious",
"source": "MW"
},
"drug": {
"def": "(noun) a substance that is used as a medicine —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"drum:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a metal drum shaped like a bowl or barrel that makes different sounds when it is hit at different places",
"source": "MW"
},
"drum:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit (something) repeatedly",
"source": "MW"
},
"drum": {
"def": "(noun) a musical instrument that is made with a thin layer of skin or plastic stretched over the end of a round frame and that is played by hitting the skin or plastic with sticks or with your hands",
"source": "MW"
},
"drunk:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) confused and unable to speak or move normally because of being punched many times in the head",
"source": "MW"
},
"drunk:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a full amount : all that someone wants or needs",
"source": "MW"
},
"drunk:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take a liquid into your mouth and swallow it",
"source": "MW"
},
"drunk:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) without seeing outside of an airplane : using only a plane's instruments",
"source": "MW"
},
"drunk": {
"def": "(adjective) having drunk so much alcohol that normal actions (such as talking, thinking, and moving) become difficult to do",
"source": "MW"
},
"duck:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small animal from Australia that has a bill like the bill of a duck, webbed feet, and a wide flat tail —called also duck-billed platypus",
"source": "MW"
},
"duck:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to lower your head or body suddenly to avoid being seen or hit —often + down",
"source": "MW"
},
"duck:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) strange or unusual : different from what is normal or expected",
"source": "MW"
},
"duck": {
"def": "(noun) any one of many different kinds of birds that swim and have a flat beak, a short neck, a heavy body, short legs, and webbed feet—often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"due:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) required or expected to happen : expected to be in a particular place at a particular time —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"due:noun": {
"def": "(noun) care or concern for someone or something—often + for or to",
"source": "MW"
},
"due:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) directly or exactly—followed by north, south, east, or west",
"source": "MW"
},
"due:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move toward someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"due:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) at the farther side of (something) : beyond (a particular place)",
"source": "MW"
},
"due": {
"def": "(adjective) required or expected to happen : expected to be in a particular place at a particular time —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"dvd:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a computer disk that contains a large amount of information (such as a movie); also : a movie that is recorded on a DVD",
"source": "MW"
},
"dvd": {
"def": "(noun) a computer disk that contains a large amount of information (such as a movie); also : a movie that is recorded on a DVD",
"source": "MW"
},
"earthquake:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a shaking of a part of the Earth's surface that often causes great damage —called also quake",
"source": "MW"
},
"earthquake": {
"def": "(noun) a shaking of a part of the Earth's surface that often causes great damage —called also quake",
"source": "MW"
},
"eastern:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) located toward the east",
"source": "MW"
},
"eastern:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a half of the Earth",
"source": "MW"
},
"eastern": {
"def": "(adjective) located toward the east",
"source": "MW"
},
"easy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not hard to do : not difficult",
"source": "MW"
},
"easy:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) without difficulty or stress",
"source": "MW"
},
"easy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the body that you see with",
"source": "MW"
},
"easy:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to come or go down quickly from a high place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"easy": {
"def": "(adjective) not hard to do : not difficult",
"source": "MW"
},
"ebullient:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) lively and enthusiastic",
"source": "MW"
},
"ebullient": {
"def": "(adjective) lively and enthusiastic",
"source": "MW"
},
"economic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to an economy : relating to the process or system by which goods and services are produced, sold, and bought",
"source": "MW"
},
"economic": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to an economy : relating to the process or system by which goods and services are produced, sold, and bought",
"source": "MW"
},
"economy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an economy in which some companies are owned by the government and other companies are not",
"source": "MW"
},
"economy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) designed to cost less money —often used in combination",
"source": "MW"
},
"economy": {
"def": "(noun) the process or system by which goods and services are produced, sold, and bought in a country or region",
"source": "MW"
},
"edit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to prepare (something written) to be published or used : to make changes, correct mistakes, etc., in (something written)",
"source": "MW"
},
"edit": {
"def": "(verb) to prepare (something written) to be published or used : to make changes, correct mistakes, etc., in (something written)",
"source": "MW"
},
"edition:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a special book, picture, medal, etc., for which only a small number of copies are produced and sold",
"source": "MW"
},
"edition": {
"def": "(noun) a particular version of a book",
"source": "MW"
},
"editor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an editor who is in charge of the editorial activities of a newspaper, magazine, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"editor:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give (something, such as money, goods, or time) to help a person, group, cause, or organization—usually + to or toward",
"source": "MW"
},
"editor": {
"def": "(noun) a person whose job is to edit something",
"source": "MW"
},
"educate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to teach (someone) especially in a school, college, or university —often used as (be) educated",
"source": "MW"
},
"educate": {
"def": "(verb) to teach (someone) especially in a school, college, or university —often used as (be) educated",
"source": "MW"
},
"educated:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) educated by your own efforts (such as by reading books) rather than in a school",
"source": "MW"
},
"educated:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to teach (someone) especially in a school, college, or university —often used as (be) educated",
"source": "MW"
},
"educated:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an attempt to give an opinion or answer about something when you do not know much about it or are not sure about it",
"source": "MW"
},
"educated:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"educated": {
"def": "(adjective) having an education and especially a good education",
"source": "MW"
},
"education:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a method of study where teachers and students do not meet in a classroom but use the Internet, e-mail, mail, etc., to have classes —called also distance education",
"source": "MW"
},
"education:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"education": {
"def": "(noun) the action or process of teaching someone especially in a school, college, or university",
"source": "MW"
},
"educational:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having to do with education",
"source": "MW"
},
"educational": {
"def": "(adjective) having to do with education",
"source": "MW"
},
"effective:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) producing good results without costing a lot of money",
"source": "MW"
},
"effective": {
"def": "(adjective) producing a result that is wanted : having an intended effect",
"source": "MW"
},
"effectively:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that produces a desired result : in an effective manner",
"source": "MW"
},
"effectively": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that produces a desired result : in an effective manner",
"source": "MW"
},
"efficient:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) cost-effective",
"source": "MW"
},
"efficient": {
"def": "(adjective) capable of producing desired results without wasting materials, time, or energy",
"source": "MW"
},
"effort:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the fifth letter of the English alphabet",
"source": "MW"
},
"effort:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) including each person or thing in a group or series",
"source": "MW"
},
"effort:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to choose not to punish or harm (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"effort": {
"def": "(noun) work done by the mind or body : energy used to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"effusive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) expressing a lot of emotion",
"source": "MW"
},
"effusive": {
"def": "(adjective) expressing a lot of emotion",
"source": "MW"
},
"egregious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very bad and easily noticed",
"source": "MW"
},
"egregious": {
"def": "(adjective) very bad and easily noticed",
"source": "MW"
},
"eighteen:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the number 18",
"source": "MW"
},
"eighteen": {
"def": "(noun) the number 18",
"source": "MW"
},
"eighty:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the number 80",
"source": "MW"
},
"eighty": {
"def": "(noun) the number 80",
"source": "MW"
},
"elderly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) old or rather old : past middle age",
"source": "MW"
},
"elderly": {
"def": "(adjective) old or rather old : past middle age",
"source": "MW"
},
"elect:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to select (someone) for a position, job, etc., by voting",
"source": "MW"
},
"elect:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who has been elected president but who has not officially become president yet",
"source": "MW"
},
"elect:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having been elected : chosen for a public office but not yet holding that office —often hyphenated",
"source": "MW"
},
"elect": {
"def": "(verb) to select (someone) for a position, job, etc., by voting",
"source": "MW"
},
"election:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an election in which members of the same political party run against each other for the chance to be in a larger and more important election —called also (US) primary election",
"source": "MW"
},
"election": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of choosing someone for a public office by voting —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"electric:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to electricity",
"source": "MW"
},
"electric:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a storm that has a lot of lightning —called also electric storm",
"source": "MW"
},
"electric": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to electricity",
"source": "MW"
},
"electrical:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to electricity",
"source": "MW"
},
"electrical:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a storm that has a lot of lightning —called also electric storm",
"source": "MW"
},
"electrical": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to electricity",
"source": "MW"
},
"electricity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) electricity that collects on the surface of something and does not flow as a current and can cause a mild shock if you touch it",
"source": "MW"
},
"electricity": {
"def": "(noun) a form of energy that is carried through wires and is used to operate machines, lights, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"electronic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) operating through the use of many small electrical parts (such as microchips and transistors)",
"source": "MW"
},
"electronic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of carefully watching someone or something especially in order to prevent or detect a crime",
"source": "MW"
},
"electronic": {
"def": "(adjective) operating through the use of many small electrical parts (such as microchips and transistors)",
"source": "MW"
},
"element:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an unexpected event, piece of information, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"element": {
"def": "(noun) one of the basic substances that are made of atoms of only one kind and that cannot be separated by ordinary chemical means into simpler substances",
"source": "MW"
},
"elephant:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that requires a lot of care and money and that gives little profit or enjoyment—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"elephant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe something or someone that is different from others in usually a dangerous or harmful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"elephant": {
"def": "(noun) a very large gray animal that has a long, flexible nose and two long tusks",
"source": "MW"
},
"eleven:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the number 11",
"source": "MW"
},
"eleven": {
"def": "(noun) the number 11",
"source": "MW"
},
"email:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a system for sending messages from one computer to another computer",
"source": "MW"
},
"email:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to send e-mail to (someone) : to send (a message) to someone by e-mail",
"source": "MW"
},
"email": {
"def": "(noun) a system for sending messages from one computer to another computer",
"source": "MW"
},
"embarrassed:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) feel confused and foolish in front of other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"embarrassed": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) feel confused and foolish in front of other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"embarrassing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) feel confused and foolish in front of other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"embarrassing": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) feel confused and foolish in front of other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"embellish:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to decorate (something) by adding special details and features : to make (something) more appealing or attractive",
"source": "MW"
},
"embellish": {
"def": "(verb) to decorate (something) by adding special details and features : to make (something) more appealing or attractive",
"source": "MW"
},
"embroil:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to involve (someone or something) in conflict or difficulties",
"source": "MW"
},
"embroil": {
"def": "(verb) to involve (someone or something) in conflict or difficulties",
"source": "MW"
},
"emergency:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is trained to provide emergency medical services to patients who are being taken to a hospital —called also emergency medical technician",
"source": "MW"
},
"emergency": {
"def": "(noun) an unexpected and usually dangerous situation that calls for immediate action —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"emotion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a strong feeling (such as love, anger, joy, hate, or fear)",
"source": "MW"
},
"emotion:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become unable to breathe usually because something gets stuck in your throat or because the air is not good for breathing",
"source": "MW"
},
"emotion": {
"def": "(noun) a strong feeling (such as love, anger, joy, hate, or fear)",
"source": "MW"
},
"emotional:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to emotions",
"source": "MW"
},
"emotional:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the crime of threatening to tell secret information about someone unless the person being threatened gives you money or does what you want —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"emotional": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to emotions",
"source": "MW"
},
"emphasis:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a forceful quality in the way something is said or written",
"source": "MW"
},
"emphasis:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to place (someone or something) down gently in a flat position —often + down",
"source": "MW"
},
"emphasis": {
"def": "(noun) a forceful quality in the way something is said or written",
"source": "MW"
},
"emphasize:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give special attention to (something) : to place emphasis on (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"emphasize": {
"def": "(verb) to give special attention to (something) : to place emphasis on (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"employ:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use (something) for a particular purpose or to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"employ": {
"def": "(verb) to use (something) for a particular purpose or to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"employee:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who works for another person or for a company for wages or a salary",
"source": "MW"
},
"employee": {
"def": "(noun) a person who works for another person or for a company for wages or a salary",
"source": "MW"
},
"employer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an amount of time or a situation in which something can be done : chance",
"source": "MW"
},
"employer": {
"def": "(noun) a person or company that has people who do work for wages or a salary : a person or company that has employees",
"source": "MW"
},
"employment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the study of past events",
"source": "MW"
},
"employment:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) earning income from your own business or profession rather than by working for someone else",
"source": "MW"
},
"employment": {
"def": "(noun) the act of employing someone or something: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"enable:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone or something) able to do or to be something",
"source": "MW"
},
"enable": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone or something) able to do or to be something",
"source": "MW"
},
"encounter:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have or experience (problems, difficulties, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"encounter:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a meeting that is not planned or expected",
"source": "MW"
},
"encounter": {
"def": "(verb) to have or experience (problems, difficulties, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"encourage:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) more determined, hopeful, or confident —often used as (be) encouraged —sometimes followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"encourage": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) more determined, hopeful, or confident —often used as (be) encouraged —sometimes followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"endeavour:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to seriously or continually try to do (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"endeavour:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a serious effort or attempt",
"source": "MW"
},
"endeavour": {
"def": "(verb) to seriously or continually try to do (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"ending:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the final part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"ending:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to drive into the back of (a vehicle)",
"source": "MW"
},
"ending:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling pleasure and enjoyment because of your life, situation, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"ending": {
"def": "(noun) the final part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"energy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of things that are fastened, tied, or wrapped together —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"energy:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use force to cause (something, such as a wire or pipe) to become curved",
"source": "MW"
},
"energy": {
"def": "(noun) ability to be active : the physical or mental strength that allows you to do things",
"source": "MW"
},
"enervate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone or something) very weak or tired—usually used as (be) enervated",
"source": "MW"
},
"enervate": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone or something) very weak or tired—usually used as (be) enervated",
"source": "MW"
},
"engage:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hire (someone) to perform a particular service : to pay for (help, services, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"engage": {
"def": "(verb) to hire (someone) to perform a particular service : to pay for (help, services, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"engaged:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) promised to be married",
"source": "MW"
},
"engaged:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hire (someone) to perform a particular service : to pay for (help, services, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"engaged:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the quality of a person's voice",
"source": "MW"
},
"engaged": {
"def": "(adjective) promised to be married",
"source": "MW"
},
"engine:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of powerful engine that has a turbine which spins a propeller",
"source": "MW"
},
"engine": {
"def": "(noun) a machine that changes energy (such as heat from burning fuel) into mechanical motion",
"source": "MW"
},
"engineer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the practice of making laws or using other methods to influence public opinion and solve social problems or improve social conditions",
"source": "MW"
},
"engineer:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to study the parts of (something) to see how it was made and how it works so that you can make something that is like it",
"source": "MW"
},
"engineer": {
"def": "(noun) a person who has scientific training and who designs and builds complicated products, machines, systems, or structures : a person who specializes in a branch of engineering",
"source": "MW"
},
"engineering:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the practice of making laws or using other methods to influence public opinion and solve social problems or improve social conditions",
"source": "MW"
},
"engineering:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to study the parts of (something) to see how it was made and how it works so that you can make something that is like it",
"source": "MW"
},
"engineering": {
"def": "(noun) the work of designing and creating large structures (such as roads and bridges) or new products or systems by using scientific methods",
"source": "MW"
},
"enigma:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone or something that is difficult to understand or explain",
"source": "MW"
},
"enigma": {
"def": "(noun) someone or something that is difficult to understand or explain",
"source": "MW"
},
"enquire:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to ask for information —usually + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"enquire": {
"def": "(verb) to ask for information —usually + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"enquiry:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a request for information —often + into",
"source": "MW"
},
"enquiry": {
"def": "(noun) a request for information —often + into",
"source": "MW"
},
"enrol:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to enter (someone) as a member of or participant in something—usually + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"enrol": {
"def": "(verb) to enter (someone) as a member of or participant in something—usually + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"enrollment:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to enter (someone) as a member of or participant in something—usually + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"enrollment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a policy or process by which parents may send their children to a different public school than the one in their own community —called also open admission",
"source": "MW"
},
"enrollment": {
"def": "(verb) to enter (someone) as a member of or participant in something—usually + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"ensure:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) sure, certain, or safe",
"source": "MW"
},
"ensure": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) sure, certain, or safe",
"source": "MW"
},
"entertain:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have people as guests in your home or in a public place (such as a restaurant)",
"source": "MW"
},
"entertain": {
"def": "(verb) to have people as guests in your home or in a public place (such as a restaurant)",
"source": "MW"
},
"entertainment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the amount of money that something is worth : the price or cost of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"entertainment": {
"def": "(noun) amusement or pleasure that comes from watching a performer, playing a game, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"enthusiasm:noun": {
"def": "(noun) strong excitement about something : a strong feeling of active interest in something that you like or enjoy",
"source": "MW"
},
"enthusiasm": {
"def": "(noun) strong excitement about something : a strong feeling of active interest in something that you like or enjoy",
"source": "MW"
},
"enthusiastic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing strong excitement about something : filled with or marked by enthusiasm",
"source": "MW"
},
"enthusiastic": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing strong excitement about something : filled with or marked by enthusiasm",
"source": "MW"
},
"entire:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) complete or full : not lacking or leaving out any part",
"source": "MW"
},
"entire:noun": {
"def": "(noun) how someone or something does something : how someone or something behaves, appears, feels, etc.—usually singular —often followed by to + verb —often used with in",
"source": "MW"
},
"entire": {
"def": "(adjective) complete or full : not lacking or leaving out any part",
"source": "MW"
},
"entirely:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) complete or full : not lacking or leaving out any part",
"source": "MW"
},
"entirely": {
"def": "(adjective) complete or full : not lacking or leaving out any part",
"source": "MW"
},
"entrance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of looking at something closely and carefully : the act of examining something",
"source": "MW"
},
"entrance:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to fill (someone) with delight and wonder—usually used as (be) entranced",
"source": "MW"
},
"entrance:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) involving or including many people or things : very large in scope : intended to have an important or impressive result",
"source": "MW"
},
"entrance": {
"def": "(noun) the act of entering something",
"source": "MW"
},
"entry:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an idea that you try to make other people accept or understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"entry:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made or done by physical force or violence",
"source": "MW"
},
"entry": {
"def": "(noun) the act of entering something",
"source": "MW"
},
"environment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the conditions that surround someone or something : the conditions and influences that affect the growth, health, progress, etc., of someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"environment": {
"def": "(noun) the conditions that surround someone or something : the conditions and influences that affect the growth, health, progress, etc., of someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"environmental:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a poisonous substance and especially one that is produced by a living thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"environmental": {
"def": "(noun) the conditions that surround someone or something : the conditions and influences that affect the growth, health, progress, etc., of someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"episode:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an event or a short period of time that is important or unusual",
"source": "MW"
},
"episode": {
"def": "(noun) an event or a short period of time that is important or unusual",
"source": "MW"
},
"equal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) the same in number, amount, degree, rank, or quality —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"equal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the thing that is measured as seconds, minutes, hours, days, years, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"equal:verb": {
"def": "(verb) —used to say that one amount or number is the same as another",
"source": "MW"
},
"equal": {
"def": "(adjective) the same in number, amount, degree, rank, or quality —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"equally:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in an equal or even manner",
"source": "MW"
},
"equally": {
"def": "(adverb) in an equal or even manner",
"source": "MW"
},
"equanimity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) calm emotions when dealing with problems or pressure",
"source": "MW"
},
"equanimity": {
"def": "(noun) calm emotions when dealing with problems or pressure",
"source": "MW"
},
"equipment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) supplies or tools needed for a special purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"equipment": {
"def": "(noun) supplies or tools needed for a special purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"equivocal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having two or more possible meanings : ambiguous",
"source": "MW"
},
"equivocal": {
"def": "(adjective) having two or more possible meanings : ambiguous",
"source": "MW"
},
"error:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a formal meeting in a court in which evidence about crimes, disagreements, etc., is presented to a judge and often a jury so that decisions can be made according to the law",
"source": "MW"
},
"error:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or affecting people",
"source": "MW"
},
"error": {
"def": "(noun) something that is not correct : a wrong action or statement : mistake",
"source": "MW"
},
"erudite:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing knowledge that is learned by studying",
"source": "MW"
},
"erudite": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing knowledge that is learned by studying",
"source": "MW"
},
"essay:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a short piece of writing that tells a person's thoughts or opinions about a subject",
"source": "MW"
},
"essay:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to try to do, perform, or deal with (something) —sometimes followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"essay": {
"def": "(noun) a short piece of writing that tells a person's thoughts or opinions about a subject",
"source": "MW"
},
"essential:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely important and necessary —often + to or for —often followed by to + verb —often + that",
"source": "MW"
},
"essential:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an oil that comes from a plant, that smells like the plant it comes from, and that is used in perfumes and flavorings",
"source": "MW"
},
"essential": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely important and necessary —often + to or for —often followed by to + verb —often + that",
"source": "MW"
},
"establish:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone or something) to be widely known and accepted",
"source": "MW"
},
"establish:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state or condition that exists when two people or things physically touch each other : a state of touching",
"source": "MW"
},
"establish": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone or something) to be widely known and accepted",
"source": "MW"
},
"estate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an area outside of a town or city that is designed especially for factories or offices —called also (British) industrial estate",
"source": "MW"
},
"estate": {
"def": "(noun) all of the things that a person owns",
"source": "MW"
},
"ethical:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) involving questions of right and wrong behavior : relating to ethics",
"source": "MW"
},
"ethical": {
"def": "(adjective) involving questions of right and wrong behavior : relating to ethics",
"source": "MW"
},
"eulogy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a speech that praises someone who has died",
"source": "MW"
},
"eulogy": {
"def": "(noun) a speech that praises someone who has died",
"source": "MW"
},
"euphemism:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a mild or pleasant word or phrase that is used instead of one that is unpleasant or offensive",
"source": "MW"
},
"euphemism": {
"def": "(noun) a mild or pleasant word or phrase that is used instead of one that is unpleasant or offensive",
"source": "MW"
},
"euro:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an area that is different from other areas in a particular way",
"source": "MW"
},
"euro:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) Europe : European : European and",
"source": "MW"
},
"euro": {
"def": "(noun) a monetary unit used by countries of the European Union since 1999",
"source": "MW"
},
"evanescent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) lasting a very short time",
"source": "MW"
},
"evanescent": {
"def": "(adjective) lasting a very short time",
"source": "MW"
},
"everybody:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) any person : anyone",
"source": "MW"
},
"everybody:noun": {
"def": "(noun) either one of the two soft parts that surround the mouth",
"source": "MW"
},
"everybody": {
"def": "(pronoun) every person : everyone",
"source": "MW"
},
"everyday:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) used or seen every day : suitable for every day",
"source": "MW"
},
"everyday:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of animal that is often kept as a pet or trained to work for people by guarding buildings, hunting, etc. —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"everyday": {
"def": "(adjective) used or seen every day : suitable for every day",
"source": "MW"
},
"evidence:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something heard from another person : something that you have been told",
"source": "MW"
},
"evidence:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to offer or show evidence of (something) : to show or indicate (something) —often used as (be) evidenced",
"source": "MW"
},
"evidence": {
"def": "(noun) something which shows that something else exists or is true",
"source": "MW"
},
"evocative:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) bringing thoughts, memories, or feelings into the mind —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"evocative": {
"def": "(adjective) bringing thoughts, memories, or feelings into the mind —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"exact:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not different—used when referring to a particular person or thing that is connected to more than one person, time, place, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"exact:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to demand and get (something, such as payment or revenge) especially by using force or threats",
"source": "MW"
},
"exact": {
"def": "(adjective) fully and completely correct or accurate",
"source": "MW"
},
"exam:noun": {
"def": "(noun) self-examination",
"source": "MW"
},
"exam": {
"def": "(noun) examination",
"source": "MW"
},
"examination:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a medical examination to see if a person's body is healthy —called also physical examination",
"source": "MW"
},
"examination:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to ask more questions of (a witness who has been questioned by another lawyer)",
"source": "MW"
},
"examination": {
"def": "(noun) the act of looking at something closely and carefully : the act of examining something",
"source": "MW"
},
"exchange:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a system or place where shares of various companies are bought and sold",
"source": "MW"
},
"exchange:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give something and receive something in return",
"source": "MW"
},
"exchange": {
"def": "(noun) an occurrence in which people give things of similar value to each other : the act of giving or taking one thing in return for another thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"excitement:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of eager enthusiasm and interest : the state of being excited",
"source": "MW"
},
"excitement:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have a feeling like the feeling of many small sharp points pressing into your skin",
"source": "MW"
},
"excitement": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of eager enthusiasm and interest : the state of being excited",
"source": "MW"
},
"exciting:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing feelings of interest and enthusiasm : causing excitement",
"source": "MW"
},
"exciting:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause feelings of enthusiasm in (someone) : to make (someone) feel energetic and eager to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"exciting": {
"def": "(adjective) causing feelings of interest and enthusiasm : causing excitement",
"source": "MW"
},
"excuse:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to forgive someone for making a mistake, doing something wrong, etc.,",
"source": "MW"
},
"excuse:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a humorous way of using a word or phrase so that more than one meaning is suggested —often + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"excuse": {
"def": "(verb) to forgive someone for making a mistake, doing something wrong, etc.,",
"source": "MW"
},
"executive:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person whose job is to handle records, letters, etc., for another person in an office",
"source": "MW"
},
"executive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) allowed to give advice but not allowed to make important decisions",
"source": "MW"
},
"executive": {
"def": "(noun) a person who manages or directs other people in a company or organization",
"source": "MW"
},
"exercise:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a right that is given by a company to an employee that lets the employee purchase stock in the company usually for a price that is lower than the normal price—usually plural —called also (British) share option",
"source": "MW"
},
"exercise:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do physical activities in order to make yourself stronger and healthier",
"source": "MW"
},
"exercise": {
"def": "(noun) physical activity that is done in order to become stronger and healthier —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"exhibit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (a painting, sculpture, etc.) available for people to see",
"source": "MW"
},
"exhibit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the first letter of the English alphabet",
"source": "MW"
},
"exhibit": {
"def": "(verb) to make (a painting, sculpture, etc.) available for people to see",
"source": "MW"
},
"exhibition:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act of showing some quality or trait—+ of",
"source": "MW"
},
"exhibition:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"exhibition": {
"def": "(noun) an act of showing some quality or trait—+ of",
"source": "MW"
},
"exist:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have actual being : to be real",
"source": "MW"
},
"exist": {
"def": "(verb) to have actual being : to be real",
"source": "MW"
},
"existence:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state of existing: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"existence:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say that you accept or do not deny the truth or existence of (something) : admit",
"source": "MW"
},
"existence:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"existence": {
"def": "(noun) the state of existing: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"exit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an official mark or stamp on a passport that allows someone to enter or leave a country usually for a particular reason",
"source": "MW"
},
"exit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go out of a place or situation : to make an exit",
"source": "MW"
},
"exit": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a door) that is used as a way to go out of a place —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"exonerate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to prove that someone is not guilty of a crime or responsible for a problem, bad situation, etc. —sometimes + of or from",
"source": "MW"
},
"exonerate": {
"def": "(verb) to prove that someone is not guilty of a crime or responsible for a problem, bad situation, etc. —sometimes + of or from",
"source": "MW"
},
"exorbitant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) going far beyond what is fair, reasonable, or expected : too high, expensive, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"exorbitant": {
"def": "(adjective) going far beyond what is fair, reasonable, or expected : too high, expensive, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"expand:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to increase in size, range, or amount : to become bigger",
"source": "MW"
},
"expand": {
"def": "(verb) to increase in size, range, or amount : to become bigger",
"source": "MW"
},
"expectation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a belief that something will happen or is likely to happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"expectation:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) including each person or thing in a group or series",
"source": "MW"
},
"expectation": {
"def": "(noun) a belief that something will happen or is likely to happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"expected:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to think that something will probably or certainly happen —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"expected": {
"def": "(verb) to think that something will probably or certainly happen —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"expense:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an arrangement that allows an employee (such as someone who is traveling for business) to pay for things using the company's money instead of the employee's money",
"source": "MW"
},
"expense:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to choose not to punish or harm (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"expense": {
"def": "(noun) the amount of money that is needed to pay for or buy something —often used after at",
"source": "MW"
},
"expensive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) costing a lot of money",
"source": "MW"
},
"expensive": {
"def": "(adjective) costing a lot of money",
"source": "MW"
},
"experience:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to grow, change, etc., that separates plants and animals from things like water or rocks",
"source": "MW"
},
"experience:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do or see (something) or have (something) happen to you : to feel or be affected by (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"experience:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) suitable to be worn while you are working",
"source": "MW"
},
"experience": {
"def": "(noun) the process of doing and seeing things and of having things happen to you",
"source": "MW"
},
"experienced:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having skill or knowledge from doing something : having experience",
"source": "MW"
},
"experienced:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do or see (something) or have (something) happen to you : to feel or be affected by (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"experienced": {
"def": "(adjective) having skill or knowledge from doing something : having experience",
"source": "MW"
},
"experiment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the power to make decisions about how something is managed or done",
"source": "MW"
},
"experiment:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make or do an experiment: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"experiment": {
"def": "(noun) a scientific test in which you perform a series of actions and carefully observe their effects in order to learn about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"expert:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a belief, judgment, or way of thinking about something : what someone thinks about a particular thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"expert:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing special skill or knowledge because of what you have been taught or what you have experienced",
"source": "MW"
},
"expert": {
"def": "(noun) a person who has special skill or knowledge relating to a particular subject",
"source": "MW"
},
"explain:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something) to happen more quickly",
"source": "MW"
},
"explain:noun": {
"def": "(noun) failure to keep or to continue to have something —usually + of —usually + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"explain": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) clear or easy to understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"explanation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of making something clear or easy to understand : the act or process of telling, showing, or being the reason for or cause of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"explanation": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of making something clear or easy to understand : the act or process of telling, showing, or being the reason for or cause of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"explode:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to suddenly break apart in a violent way with parts flying outward",
"source": "MW"
},
"explode": {
"def": "(verb) to suddenly break apart in a violent way with parts flying outward",
"source": "MW"
},
"exploration:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of exploring something",
"source": "MW"
},
"exploration": {
"def": "(noun) the act of exploring something",
"source": "MW"
},
"explosion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the number of people who live in a place —often + of —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"explosion": {
"def": "(noun) the sudden, loud, and violent release of energy that happens when something (such as a bomb) breaks apart in a way that sends parts flying outward",
"source": "MW"
},
"export:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to send a product to be sold in another country",
"source": "MW"
},
"export:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is exported : a product that is sent to another country to be sold there",
"source": "MW"
},
"export": {
"def": "(verb) to send a product to be sold in another country",
"source": "MW"
},
"express:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to talk or write about (something that you are thinking or feeling)",
"source": "MW"
},
"express:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) said or given in a clear way",
"source": "MW"
},
"express:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of vehicles that travel on a track and are connected to each other and usually to an engine : a connected group of railroad cars —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"express:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) by a system that delivers letters and packages quickly : by express",
"source": "MW"
},
"express": {
"def": "(verb) to talk or write about (something that you are thinking or feeling)",
"source": "MW"
},
"extent:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the range, distance, or space that is covered or affected by something or included in something",
"source": "MW"
},
"extent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to say that something is great in degree, quality, or number",
"source": "MW"
},
"extent": {
"def": "(noun) the range, distance, or space that is covered or affected by something or included in something",
"source": "MW"
},
"external:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) located, seen, or used on the outside or surface of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"external": {
"def": "(adjective) located, seen, or used on the outside or surface of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"extra:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) more than is usual or necessary : additional",
"source": "MW"
},
"extra:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) beyond the usual size or amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"extra:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a unit of measurement equal to 5,280 feet (about 1,609 meters) —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"extra:prefix": {
"def": "(prefix) outside or beyond",
"source": "MW"
},
"extra": {
"def": "(adjective) more than is usual or necessary : additional",
"source": "MW"
},
"extraordinary:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very unusual : very different from what is normal or ordinary",
"source": "MW"
},
"extraordinary": {
"def": "(adjective) very unusual : very different from what is normal or ordinary",
"source": "MW"
},
"extreme:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) located at the other end, side, or corner of something : located across from something",
"source": "MW"
},
"extreme:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the distance from one end of something to the other end : a measurement of how long something is",
"source": "MW"
},
"extreme": {
"def": "(adjective) very great in degree",
"source": "MW"
},
"extremely:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very great in degree",
"source": "MW"
},
"extremely": {
"def": "(adjective) very great in degree",
"source": "MW"
},
"facility:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a building or large piece of equipment) that is built for a specific purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"facility": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a building or large piece of equipment) that is built for a specific purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"factory:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an organization that consists of a group of people who think of new ideas on a particular subject or who give advice about what should be done —called also (US) think factory",
"source": "MW"
},
"factory": {
"def": "(noun) a building or group of buildings where products are made —often used before another noun —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"fail:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to not succeed : to end without success —followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"fail:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) using a system of grading in which the grades \"pass\" and \"fail\" are used instead of traditional grades like \"A,\" \"B,\" and \"C\"",
"source": "MW"
},
"fail:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sound or combination of sounds that has a meaning and is spoken or written",
"source": "MW"
},
"fail": {
"def": "(verb) to not succeed : to end without success —followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"failure:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or result of failing: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"failure": {
"def": "(noun) the act or result of failing: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"fair:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) loyal or helpful only during times of success and happiness",
"source": "MW"
},
"fair:noun": {
"def": "(noun) trade show",
"source": "MW"
},
"fair": {
"def": "(adjective) agreeing with what is thought to be right or acceptable",
"source": "MW"
},
"fallacious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) containing a mistake : not true or accurate",
"source": "MW"
},
"fallacious": {
"def": "(adjective) containing a mistake : not true or accurate",
"source": "MW"
},
"false:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not real or genuine—used to say that something is not really what it seems to be",
"source": "MW"
},
"false:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a false reason or explanation that is used to hide the real purpose of something : pretext",
"source": "MW"
},
"false:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (an object or device, such as a bell) to make a sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"false": {
"def": "(adjective) not real or genuine—used to say that something is not really what it seems to be",
"source": "MW"
},
"familiar:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) frequently seen, heard, or experienced —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"familiar:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the surface of the earth",
"source": "MW"
},
"familiar": {
"def": "(adjective) frequently seen, heard, or experienced —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"famous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) famous throughout the world",
"source": "MW"
},
"famous": {
"def": "(adjective) known or recognized by very many people : having fame —often + for or as",
"source": "MW"
},
"fan:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the light and heat and especially the flame produced by burning",
"source": "MW"
},
"fan:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move air on or toward (someone or something) with a fan",
"source": "MW"
},
"fan": {
"def": "(noun) a machine or device that is used to move the air and make people or things cooler: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"fancy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to act or move freely : not held back by ties to other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"fancy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of flying : the act of moving through the air by the use of wings",
"source": "MW"
},
"fancy:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to try to make (someone) laugh by lightly touching a very sensitive part of the body with your fingers, a feather, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"fancy": {
"def": "(adjective) not plain or ordinary",
"source": "MW"
},
"fantastic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely good",
"source": "MW"
},
"fantastic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the form of energy that makes it possible to see things : the brightness produced by the sun, by fire, by a lamp, etc. —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"fantastic:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit your foot against something while you are walking or running so that you fall or almost fall —often + on or over",
"source": "MW"
},
"fantastic": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely good",
"source": "MW"
},
"farm:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a living thing that is not a human being or plant —often used to refer specifically to mammals as distinguished from other living things (such as fish and birds)",
"source": "MW"
},
"farm:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use land for growing food or raising animals",
"source": "MW"
},
"farm": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of land used for growing crops or raising animals",
"source": "MW"
},
"farmer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a farm where people grow vegetables that will be sold in markets —called also (British) market garden",
"source": "MW"
},
"farmer": {
"def": "(noun) a person who runs a farm",
"source": "MW"
},
"farming:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the amount of food, money, etc., that is needed to stay alive",
"source": "MW"
},
"farming:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use land for growing food or raising animals",
"source": "MW"
},
"farming": {
"def": "(noun) the job or business of running a farm",
"source": "MW"
},
"fascinating:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very interesting or appealing",
"source": "MW"
},
"fascinating:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to be very interested in something or someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"fascinating": {
"def": "(adjective) very interesting or appealing",
"source": "MW"
},
"fashion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who has been attacked, injured, robbed, or killed by someone else",
"source": "MW"
},
"fashion:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or travel to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"fashion:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) without understanding what something means",
"source": "MW"
},
"fashion:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening at the correct or most useful time : not happening too late",
"source": "MW"
},
"fashion": {
"def": "(noun) a popular way of dressing during a particular time or among a particular group of people",
"source": "MW"
},
"fashionable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) currently popular",
"source": "MW"
},
"fashionable": {
"def": "(adjective) currently popular",
"source": "MW"
},
"fasten:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to attach (something) or join (two things or two parts of something) especially by using a pin, nail, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"fasten": {
"def": "(verb) to attach (something) or join (two things or two parts of something) especially by using a pin, nail, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"fat:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having no fat removed",
"source": "MW"
},
"fat:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a deep layer of oil or fat that is heated in a pan or machine and used to fry food",
"source": "MW"
},
"fat": {
"def": "(adjective) having a lot of extra flesh on your body : having a lot of body fat",
"source": "MW"
},
"fatuous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) foolish or stupid",
"source": "MW"
},
"fatuous": {
"def": "(adjective) foolish or stupid",
"source": "MW"
},
"fault:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the mistake of not keeping your feet behind the baseline when you serve",
"source": "MW"
},
"fault:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to discover (something or someone) without planning or trying to : to discover (something or someone) by chance",
"source": "MW"
},
"fault:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe a type of insurance in which someone involved in a car accident is paid a certain amount of money for damages without the need to decide who caused the accident",
"source": "MW"
},
"fault:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) something or someone that belongs or relates to a particular person or thing and to no other—always used after a possessive (such as \"my,\" \"your,\" \"their,\" or \"Joe's\")",
"source": "MW"
},
"fault": {
"def": "(noun) a bad quality or part of someone's character : a weakness in character",
"source": "MW"
},
"favorite:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) most liked",
"source": "MW"
},
"favorite:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a well-known man (such as a political candidate or a celebrity) who is very popular in the area where he lives now or where he lived as a child",
"source": "MW"
},
"favorite": {
"def": "(adjective) most liked",
"source": "MW"
},
"favour:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a kind or helpful act that you do for someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"favour:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to prefer (someone) especially in an unfair way : to show that you like or approve of (someone) more than others",
"source": "MW"
},
"favour": {
"def": "(noun) a kind or helpful act that you do for someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"favourable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) showing approval",
"source": "MW"
},
"favourable": {
"def": "(adjective) showing approval",
"source": "MW"
},
"favourite:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) most liked",
"source": "MW"
},
"favourite:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person or a thing that is liked more than others : a favorite person or thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"favourite": {
"def": "(adjective) most liked",
"source": "MW"
},
"feather:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the place where a bird lays its eggs and takes care of its young",
"source": "MW"
},
"feather:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit something (such as a door) with the knuckles of your hand or with a hard object (such as a knocker) in order to get people's attention —usually + on —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"feather:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not heavy : having little weight or less than usual weight",
"source": "MW"
},
"feather": {
"def": "(noun) any one of the light growths that make up the outer covering of the body of a bird",
"source": "MW"
},
"february:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the second month of the year —abbr. Feb.",
"source": "MW"
},
"february": {
"def": "(noun) the second month of the year —abbr. Feb.",
"source": "MW"
},
"feckless:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or resulting from a weak character or nature",
"source": "MW"
},
"feckless": {
"def": "(adjective) having or resulting from a weak character or nature",
"source": "MW"
},
"federal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a form of government in which power is shared between a central government and individual states, provinces, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"federal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an official who works for a branch of the U.S. government : a federal agent, officer, or official—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"federal": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a form of government in which power is shared between a central government and individual states, provinces, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"fee:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an amount of money that is charged for a particular service in addition to a basic fee —called also (US) service fee",
"source": "MW"
},
"fee": {
"def": "(noun) an amount of money that must be paid",
"source": "MW"
},
"feed:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to feed (someone) with a spoon",
"source": "MW"
},
"feed:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a line or mark in the surface of something that is caused by something rough or sharp rubbing against it",
"source": "MW"
},
"feed": {
"def": "(verb) to give food to (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"feedback:noun": {
"def": "(noun) helpful information or criticism that is given to someone to say what can be done to improve a performance, product, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"feedback:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give food to (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"feedback": {
"def": "(noun) helpful information or criticism that is given to someone to say what can be done to improve a performance, product, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"fellow:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who is traveling in the same group or on the same train, airplane, etc., as you",
"source": "MW"
},
"fellow:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe people who belong to the same group or class or who share a situation, experience, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"fellow": {
"def": "(noun) a male person : a boy or man",
"source": "MW"
},
"female:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the sex that can produce young or lay eggs",
"source": "MW"
},
"female:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a woman or a girl : a female person",
"source": "MW"
},
"female": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the sex that can produce young or lay eggs",
"source": "MW"
},
"fence:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a stick or post that is pointed at the end so that it can be put into the ground",
"source": "MW"
},
"fence:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to pass electricity through (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"fence:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to electricity",
"source": "MW"
},
"fence": {
"def": "(noun) a structure like a wall built outdoors usually of wood or metal that separates two areas or prevents people or animals from entering or leaving",
"source": "MW"
},
"fervent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) felt very strongly : having or showing very strong feelings",
"source": "MW"
},
"fervent": {
"def": "(adjective) felt very strongly : having or showing very strong feelings",
"source": "MW"
},
"festival:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a special time or event when people gather to celebrate something",
"source": "MW"
},
"festival": {
"def": "(noun) a special time or event when people gather to celebrate something",
"source": "MW"
},
"fever:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a serious disease that causes fever and often yellowing of the skin and that is passed from one person to another especially by the bite of mosquitoes",
"source": "MW"
},
"fever": {
"def": "(noun) a body temperature that is higher than normal",
"source": "MW"
},
"fibre:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long, thin, glass or plastic thread that carries information in the form of light : a fiber-optic thread",
"source": "MW"
},
"fibre": {
"def": "(noun) plant material that cannot be digested but that helps you to digest other food",
"source": "MW"
},
"fiction:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the inner, juicy part of a fruit or vegetable",
"source": "MW"
},
"fiction": {
"def": "(noun) written stories about people and events that are not real : literature that tells stories which are imagined by the writer",
"source": "MW"
},
"fifteen:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the number 15",
"source": "MW"
},
"fifteen:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) into a bag, suitcase, etc., so that you can take it with you",
"source": "MW"
},
"fifteen": {
"def": "(noun) the number 15",
"source": "MW"
},
"fifty:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the number 50",
"source": "MW"
},
"fifty:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) shared equally",
"source": "MW"
},
"fifty": {
"def": "(noun) the number 50",
"source": "MW"
},
"fighting:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use weapons or physical force to try to hurt someone, to defeat an enemy, etc. : to struggle in battle or physical combat —often + against",
"source": "MW"
},
"fighting:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the force within a person that is believed to give the body life, energy, and power",
"source": "MW"
},
"fighting": {
"def": "(verb) to use weapons or physical force to try to hurt someone, to defeat an enemy, etc. : to struggle in battle or physical combat —often + against",
"source": "MW"
},
"file:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small, flat piece of metal or cardboard that has a rough surface and that is used for shaping your fingernails",
"source": "MW"
},
"file:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to walk in a line",
"source": "MW"
},
"file": {
"def": "(noun) a device (such as a box, folder, or cabinet) in which documents that you want to keep are stored so that they can be found easily",
"source": "MW"
},
"film:noun": {
"def": "(noun) thin, clear plastic that is used to wrap food or to cover containers that have food in them —called also (British) cling film",
"source": "MW"
},
"film:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a movie of (something) : to photograph (an event, scene, etc.) with a movie or video camera",
"source": "MW"
},
"film": {
"def": "(noun) a special material that is used for taking photographs",
"source": "MW"
},
"film-maker:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person (such as a director or producer) who makes movies",
"source": "MW"
},
"film-maker": {
"def": "(noun) a person (such as a director or producer) who makes movies",
"source": "MW"
},
"finance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) activities (such as buying companies and investing in stocks) that involve large amounts of money",
"source": "MW"
},
"finance:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to provide money for (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"finance:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"finance": {
"def": "(noun) the way in which money is used and handled; especially : the way in which large amounts of money are used and handled by governments and companies",
"source": "MW"
},
"financial:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to money",
"source": "MW"
},
"financial:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that you say or write in a formal or official way : something that is stated —often used in the phrase make a statement",
"source": "MW"
},
"financial": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to money",
"source": "MW"
},
"finding:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a legal decision : verdict",
"source": "MW"
},
"finding:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to discover (something or someone) without planning or trying to : to discover (something or someone) by chance",
"source": "MW"
},
"finding:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done or created in order to learn the facts that relate to a particular situation or event",
"source": "MW"
},
"finding": {
"def": "(noun) a legal decision : verdict",
"source": "MW"
},
"finish:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to own, use, or hold (something) —also used for things that cannot be seen or touched —also have got",
"source": "MW"
},
"finish:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the time at which something begins—usually singular —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"finish": {
"def": "(verb) to reach the end of (something) : to stop doing (something) because it is completed",
"source": "MW"
},
"firstly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to introduce a statement that is the first in a series of statements",
"source": "MW"
},
"firstly": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to introduce a statement that is the first in a series of statements",
"source": "MW"
},
"fishing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a journey especially by a group of people for a specific purpose (such as to explore a distant place or to do research) —also used in a playful way to refer to a short trip for a specific purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"fishing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to catch or try to catch fish",
"source": "MW"
},
"fishing": {
"def": "(noun) the sport or business of catching fish —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"fist:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the body part at the end of your arm that includes your fingers and thumb",
"source": "MW"
},
"fist:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having little money or few possessions : not having enough money for the basic things that people need to live properly",
"source": "MW"
},
"fist:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move sometimes violently back and forth or up and down with short, quick movements",
"source": "MW"
},
"fist": {
"def": "(noun) the hand with its fingers bent down into the palm",
"source": "MW"
},
"fitness:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to the body of a person instead of the mind",
"source": "MW"
},
"fitness": {
"def": "(adjective) proper or acceptable : morally or socially correct—often + for —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"fixed:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe something that does not change",
"source": "MW"
},
"fixed:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) whole or able to work properly again : to repair (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"fixed:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the body that you see with",
"source": "MW"
},
"fixed": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe something that does not change",
"source": "MW"
},
"fixture:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a light, toilet, sink, etc.) that is attached to a house or building and that is not removed when the house or building is sold—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"fixture": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a light, toilet, sink, etc.) that is attached to a house or building and that is not removed when the house or building is sold—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"flag:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a flag used to show that you want to stop fighting or to indicate defeat—usually singular —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"flag:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause or allow (something) to be seen",
"source": "MW"
},
"flag": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of cloth with a special design that is used as a symbol of a nation or group",
"source": "MW"
},
"flagstone:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a hard, flat piece of stone that is used for making paths —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"flagstone": {
"def": "(noun) a hard, flat piece of stone that is used for making paths —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"flavour:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the quality of something that you can taste",
"source": "MW"
},
"flavour:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give or add flavor to (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"flavour": {
"def": "(noun) the quality of something that you can taste",
"source": "MW"
},
"flexible:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) capable of bending or being bent",
"source": "MW"
},
"flexible": {
"def": "(adjective) capable of bending or being bent",
"source": "MW"
},
"flint:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a hard type of rock that produces a small piece of burning material (called a spark) when it is hit by steel",
"source": "MW"
},
"flint": {
"def": "(noun) a hard type of rock that produces a small piece of burning material (called a spark) when it is hit by steel",
"source": "MW"
},
"flippant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) lacking proper respect or seriousness",
"source": "MW"
},
"flippant": {
"def": "(adjective) lacking proper respect or seriousness",
"source": "MW"
},
"float:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to rest on top of a liquid",
"source": "MW"
},
"float:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small electric vehicle used to deliver milk to people's homes",
"source": "MW"
},
"float": {
"def": "(verb) to rest on top of a liquid",
"source": "MW"
},
"flood:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a drop of liquid that comes from your eyes especially when you cry : teardrop",
"source": "MW"
},
"flood:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cover (land) with a flood",
"source": "MW"
},
"flood:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) beginning suddenly and lasting only a short time",
"source": "MW"
},
"flood": {
"def": "(noun) a large amount of water covering an area of land that is usually dry",
"source": "MW"
},
"flour:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a fine powder made from corn (sense 1) that is used in cooking especially to make liquids thicker —called also (British) corn flour",
"source": "MW"
},
"flour:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cover (something) with flour",
"source": "MW"
},
"flour:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having no pattern or decoration",
"source": "MW"
},
"flour": {
"def": "(noun) powder made from a grain (especially wheat) that is used in cooking for making bread, cakes, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"flu:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of the four periods (spring, summer, autumn, and winter) into which the year is commonly divided",
"source": "MW"
},
"flu": {
"def": "(noun) a common disease that is caused by a virus and that causes fever, weakness, body aches, and breathing problems : influenza —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"fluctuate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to change level, strength, or value frequently",
"source": "MW"
},
"fluctuate": {
"def": "(verb) to change level, strength, or value frequently",
"source": "MW"
},
"flying:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) moving or able to move in the air",
"source": "MW"
},
"flying:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a good or fast start",
"source": "MW"
},
"flying:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit a fly ball",
"source": "MW"
},
"flying": {
"def": "(adjective) moving or able to move in the air",
"source": "MW"
},
"foe:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) certain to die",
"source": "MW"
},
"foe": {
"def": "(adjective) certain to die",
"source": "MW"
},
"folding:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be folded into a smaller shape : designed to be folded",
"source": "MW"
},
"folding:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to bend one part of (something) over or against another part",
"source": "MW"
},
"folding:noun": {
"def": "(noun) paper money",
"source": "MW"
},
"folding": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be folded into a smaller shape : designed to be folded",
"source": "MW"
},
"following:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) coming next",
"source": "MW"
},
"following:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of followers or fans",
"source": "MW"
},
"following:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) immediately after (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"following:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go or come after or behind (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"following": {
"def": "(adjective) coming next",
"source": "MW"
},
"football:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a table game resembling soccer in which the ball is moved by turning rods to which small figures of players are attached —called also (US) table soccer, table football",
"source": "MW"
},
"football": {
"def": "(noun) any one of several games in which two teams try to get a ball to the goals at each end of a large field: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"for:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to indicate the place someone or something is going to or toward",
"source": "MW"
},
"for:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) because—used to introduce a statement that explains why a preceding statement is true",
"source": "MW"
},
"for:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not given attention or care",
"source": "MW"
},
"for:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a situation in which you do something to harm someone who has done something harmful to you",
"source": "MW"
},
"for": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to indicate the place someone or something is going to or toward",
"source": "MW"
},
"forearm:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the arm between the elbow and the wrist",
"source": "MW"
},
"forearm": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the arm between the elbow and the wrist",
"source": "MW"
},
"foreboding:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling that something bad is going to happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"foreboding": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling that something bad is going to happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"forever:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at any time",
"source": "MW"
},
"forever:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an extremely long time : a time that seems to last forever",
"source": "MW"
},
"forever:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to indicate the place someone or something is going to or toward",
"source": "MW"
},
"forever": {
"def": "(adverb) for an endless time : for all time",
"source": "MW"
},
"forgive:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be unable to think of or remember (something) —often followed by to + verb —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"forgive:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a humorous way of using a word or phrase so that more than one meaning is suggested —often + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"forgive": {
"def": "(verb) to stop feeling anger toward (someone who has done something wrong) : to stop blaming (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"fork:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a metal device that has two long points, that produces a particular note when it is hit, and that is used to tune musical instruments",
"source": "MW"
},
"fork:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to divide into two parts",
"source": "MW"
},
"fork": {
"def": "(noun) a small tool with two or more pointed parts (called prongs or tines) used for picking up and eating food",
"source": "MW"
},
"formal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) requiring or using serious and proper clothes and manners; also : suitable for a formal occasion",
"source": "MW"
},
"formal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a social gathering (such as a dance) that requires formal dress and manners : a formal event",
"source": "MW"
},
"formal": {
"def": "(adjective) requiring or using serious and proper clothes and manners; also : suitable for a formal occasion",
"source": "MW"
},
"former:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to say what someone or something was in the past",
"source": "MW"
},
"former:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the two final years of secondary school in Britain for students aged 16 to 18",
"source": "MW"
},
"former": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to say what someone or something was in the past",
"source": "MW"
},
"fortunately:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to say that something good or lucky has happened",
"source": "MW"
},
"fortunately": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to say that something good or lucky has happened",
"source": "MW"
},
"fortune:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a change to an opposite state, condition, decision, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"fortune:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to search for (someone or something) : to try to find (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"fortune": {
"def": "(noun) a very large amount of money—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"forty:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a short sleep : a brief nap",
"source": "MW"
},
"forty": {
"def": "(noun) the number 40",
"source": "MW"
},
"found:verb": {
"def": "(verb) —used to indicate the identity of a person or thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"found:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) helping to do or achieve something",
"source": "MW"
},
"found:noun": {
"def": "(noun) shelter or protection from danger or trouble —often + in or from —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"found:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) not in or at any place",
"source": "MW"
},
"found": {
"def": "(verb) to begin or create (something that is meant to last for a long time) : establish",
"source": "MW"
},
"fourteen:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the number 14",
"source": "MW"
},
"fourteen": {
"def": "(noun) the number 14",
"source": "MW"
},
"frame:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a period of time that is used or planned for a particular action or project",
"source": "MW"
},
"frame:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) inside an open structure that holds it : to put (something) in a frame",
"source": "MW"
},
"frame:trademark": {
"def": "(trademark) —used for a metal frame that someone (such as an injured or elderly person) can use for support while walking",
"source": "MW"
},
"frame": {
"def": "(noun) the basic structure and shape of the body of a person or animal",
"source": "MW"
},
"frantic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing a lot of fear and worry",
"source": "MW"
},
"frantic": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing a lot of fear and worry",
"source": "MW"
},
"freckle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small, brownish spot on someone's skin",
"source": "MW"
},
"freckle:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be or become marked with freckles or spots",
"source": "MW"
},
"freckle": {
"def": "(noun) a small, brownish spot on someone's skin",
"source": "MW"
},
"frequency:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the fact or condition of happening often : common occurrence",
"source": "MW"
},
"frequency": {
"def": "(noun) the fact or condition of happening often : common occurrence",
"source": "MW"
},
"frequently:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening often",
"source": "MW"
},
"frequently": {
"def": "(adjective) happening often",
"source": "MW"
},
"fresh:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a young, healthy, and innocent appearance",
"source": "MW"
},
"fresh:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) just recently : newly freshly —usually used in combination",
"source": "MW"
},
"fresh:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the time at which something begins—usually singular —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"fresh": {
"def": "(adjective) newly produced, made, gathered, etc. : not preserved by being frozen, canned, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"friday:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the Friday before Easter that is observed by Christians as the anniversary of the death of Jesus Christ",
"source": "MW"
},
"friday": {
"def": "(noun) the day of the week between Thursday and Saturday —abbr. Fri.",
"source": "MW"
},
"fridge:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a kitchen appliance that includes both a refrigerator and a freezer",
"source": "MW"
},
"fridge": {
"def": "(noun) refrigerator",
"source": "MW"
},
"friend:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person (such as someone in a foreign country) who you exchange letters with even though you have never met —called also (British) pen friend",
"source": "MW"
},
"friend:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a family",
"source": "MW"
},
"friend:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) without any question—used to stress the truth of a statement —often used after very",
"source": "MW"
},
"friend": {
"def": "(noun) a person who you like and enjoy being with",
"source": "MW"
},
"friendly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) easy to use or understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"friendly:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a form of oxygen that is found in a layer high in the earth's atmosphere",
"source": "MW"
},
"friendly": {
"def": "(adjective) acting like a friend : kind and helpful",
"source": "MW"
},
"friendship:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being friends : the relationship between friends",
"source": "MW"
},
"friendship:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) new, fresh, or strong again",
"source": "MW"
},
"friendship": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being friends : the relationship between friends",
"source": "MW"
},
"frighten:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to become afraid",
"source": "MW"
},
"frighten:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to grow, change, etc., that separates plants and animals from things like water or rocks",
"source": "MW"
},
"frighten": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to become afraid",
"source": "MW"
},
"frightened:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to become afraid",
"source": "MW"
},
"frightened": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to become afraid",
"source": "MW"
},
"frightening:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to become afraid",
"source": "MW"
},
"frightening": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to become afraid",
"source": "MW"
},
"frog:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the tube inside the neck that leads to the stomach and lungs",
"source": "MW"
},
"frog:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to grab and force (someone) to walk forward by pushing from behind",
"source": "MW"
},
"frog": {
"def": "(noun) a small animal that spends much of the time in water and has smooth skin, webbed feet, and long back legs for jumping",
"source": "MW"
},
"frugal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) careful about spending money or using things when you do not need to : using money or supplies in a very careful way —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"frugal": {
"def": "(adjective) careful about spending money or using things when you do not need to : using money or supplies in a very careful way —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"fruit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small round container that often has a handle and that is used for drinking liquids (such as tea and coffee)",
"source": "MW"
},
"fruit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to accept or endure (something) —usually used in questions and negative statements with can, can't, could, and couldn't (US)—+ for",
"source": "MW"
},
"fruit": {
"def": "(noun) a usually sweet food (such as a blueberry, orange, or apple) that grows on a tree or bush —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"fry:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cook (food) in a deep layer of oil or fat",
"source": "MW"
},
"fry:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a dish made of foods (such as meat or vegetables) that are fried quickly over high heat while being stirred constantly",
"source": "MW"
},
"fry": {
"def": "(verb) to cook (food) in fat or oil",
"source": "MW"
},
"fuel:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of forcing a liquid medicine or drug into someone or something by using a special needle",
"source": "MW"
},
"fuel:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to supply (something) with fuel",
"source": "MW"
},
"fuel": {
"def": "(noun) a material (such as coal, oil, or gas) that is burned to produce heat or power —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"fulfil:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do what is required by (something, such as a promise or a contract)",
"source": "MW"
},
"fulfil": {
"def": "(verb) to do what is required by (something, such as a promise or a contract)",
"source": "MW"
},
"fun:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a symbol that represents a number : digit",
"source": "MW"
},
"fun:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) providing amusement : amusing or enjoyable",
"source": "MW"
},
"fun:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to build, create, or produce (something) by work or effort —often followed by with to describe the things that are used to produce something —often followed by of to describe the material that forms something —often followed by from to describe the source of a product",
"source": "MW"
},
"fun:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to an exact degree or in an exact manner",
"source": "MW"
},
"fun": {
"def": "(noun) someone or something that is amusing or enjoyable : an enjoyable experience or person",
"source": "MW"
},
"fund:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an amount of money that a company or the government pays to a person who is old or sick and no longer works",
"source": "MW"
},
"fund:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to provide money for (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"fund": {
"def": "(noun) an amount of money that is used for a special purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"fundamental:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) forming or relating to the most important part of something : basic —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"fundamental:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of the basic and important parts of something : a fundamental part—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"fundamental": {
"def": "(adjective) forming or relating to the most important part of something : basic —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"funding:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to provide money for (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"funding": {
"def": "(verb) to provide money for (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"funny:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing laughter",
"source": "MW"
},
"funny:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in an odd or strange way",
"source": "MW"
},
"funny:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an object whose name is not known or stated",
"source": "MW"
},
"funny:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to try to make (someone) laugh by lightly touching a very sensitive part of the body with your fingers, a feather, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"funny": {
"def": "(adjective) causing laughter",
"source": "MW"
},
"fur:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the hairy coat of an animal especially when it is soft and thick",
"source": "MW"
},
"fur": {
"def": "(noun) the hairy coat of an animal especially when it is soft and thick",
"source": "MW"
},
"furniture:noun": {
"def": "(noun) chairs, tables, beds, etc., that are used to make a room ready for use",
"source": "MW"
},
"furniture": {
"def": "(noun) chairs, tables, beds, etc., that are used to make a room ready for use",
"source": "MW"
},
"fury:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is heard",
"source": "MW"
},
"fury": {
"def": "(noun) violent anger : rage",
"source": "MW"
},
"future:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an area of moving water that is raised above the main surface of an ocean, a lake, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"future:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) existing or happening far away in space : separated by space",
"source": "MW"
},
"future:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give someone a legal claim on (property that you own) in exchange for money that you will pay back over a period of years",
"source": "MW"
},
"future": {
"def": "(noun) the period of time that will come after the present time —usually used with the",
"source": "MW"
},
"gallery:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place where people shoot guns at objects for practice or to win prizes",
"source": "MW"
},
"gallery:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do activities for fun or enjoyment —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"gallery": {
"def": "(noun) a room or building in which people look at paintings, sculptures, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"gallop:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the way a horse or similar animal moves when it is running fast and all four of its feet leave the ground at the same time—often used after at—sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"gallop:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to run very fast : to run at a gallop",
"source": "MW"
},
"gallop": {
"def": "(noun) the way a horse or similar animal moves when it is running fast and all four of its feet leave the ground at the same time—often used after at—sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"game:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a game (such as chess) that is played by moving pieces on a special board",
"source": "MW"
},
"game:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) willing or ready to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"game": {
"def": "(noun) a physical or mental activity or contest that has rules and that people do for pleasure",
"source": "MW"
},
"gang:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of men who in the past would take men and force them to join the navy or army",
"source": "MW"
},
"gang": {
"def": "(noun) a group of criminals",
"source": "MW"
},
"garage:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place where prisoners are kept : jail",
"source": "MW"
},
"garage:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put or keep (a car, truck, etc.) in a garage",
"source": "MW"
},
"garage": {
"def": "(noun) a building or part of a building in which a car, truck, etc., is kept",
"source": "MW"
},
"garden:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a garden in which plants grow between rocks —called also (chiefly British) rockery",
"source": "MW"
},
"garden:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to work in a garden : to take care of the plants in a garden",
"source": "MW"
},
"garden:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not unusual : ordinary or common",
"source": "MW"
},
"garden": {
"def": "(noun) an area of ground where plants (such as flowers or vegetables) are grown",
"source": "MW"
},
"garrulous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) tending to talk a lot : very talkative",
"source": "MW"
},
"garrulous": {
"def": "(adjective) tending to talk a lot : very talkative",
"source": "MW"
},
"gas:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a poison gas used as a weapon in a war",
"source": "MW"
},
"gas:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to poison or kill (someone) with gas",
"source": "MW"
},
"gas": {
"def": "(noun) a substance (such as oxygen or hydrogen) that is like air and has no fixed shape",
"source": "MW"
},
"gasp:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to breathe in suddenly and loudly with your mouth open because of surprise, shock, or pain",
"source": "MW"
},
"gasp:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) coming after all others in time, order, or importance : final",
"source": "MW"
},
"gasp": {
"def": "(verb) to breathe in suddenly and loudly with your mouth open because of surprise, shock, or pain",
"source": "MW"
},
"generally:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a general way : in a way that is not detailed or specific",
"source": "MW"
},
"generally:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say words in order to express your thoughts, feelings, opinions, etc., to someone : to talk to someone —often + to —often + with in U.S. English —often used at the beginning of telephone conversations",
"source": "MW"
},
"generally": {
"def": "(adverb) in a general way : in a way that is not detailed or specific",
"source": "MW"
},
"generate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to produce (something) or cause (something) to be produced",
"source": "MW"
},
"generate:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"generate": {
"def": "(verb) to produce (something) or cause (something) to be produced",
"source": "MW"
},
"generation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the group of people in the U.S. who were born during the late 1960s and the 1970s",
"source": "MW"
},
"generation": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people born and living during the same time",
"source": "MW"
},
"generous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) freely giving or sharing money and other valuable things",
"source": "MW"
},
"generous": {
"def": "(adjective) freely giving or sharing money and other valuable things",
"source": "MW"
},
"genre:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a particular type or category of literature or art",
"source": "MW"
},
"genre": {
"def": "(noun) a particular type or category of literature or art",
"source": "MW"
},
"gentleman:noun": {
"def": "(noun) time when you are not working : time when you can do whatever you want to do",
"source": "MW"
},
"gentleman": {
"def": "(noun) a man who treats other people in a proper and polite way",
"source": "MW"
},
"geography:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an area of study that deals with the location of countries, cities, rivers, mountains, lakes, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"geography": {
"def": "(noun) an area of study that deals with the location of countries, cities, rivers, mountains, lakes, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"gift:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large animal that is used for riding and for carrying and pulling things —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"gift:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to wrap (a gift) in decorative paper",
"source": "MW"
},
"gift:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not costing any money",
"source": "MW"
},
"gift": {
"def": "(noun) something that is given to another person or to a group or organization",
"source": "MW"
},
"girlfriend:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a woman that someone is having a romantic or sexual relationship with",
"source": "MW"
},
"girlfriend:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not shaking or moving : held firmly in one place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"girlfriend": {
"def": "(noun) a woman that someone is having a romantic or sexual relationship with",
"source": "MW"
},
"glacier:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very large area of ice that moves slowly down a slope or valley or over a wide area of land",
"source": "MW"
},
"glacier": {
"def": "(noun) a very large area of ice that moves slowly down a slope or valley or over a wide area of land",
"source": "MW"
},
"glad:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling pleasure, joy, or delight —sometimes + of —sometimes + for —sometimes followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"glad:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give a friendly welcome or greeting to (people) as a way of getting approval",
"source": "MW"
},
"glad:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the rear part of the body : the part of the body that is opposite to the stomach and chest and that goes from the neck to the top of the legs",
"source": "MW"
},
"glad": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling pleasure, joy, or delight —sometimes + of —sometimes + for —sometimes followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"glare:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to shine with a harsh, bright light",
"source": "MW"
},
"glare:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a harsh, bright light —sometimes used figuratively to suggest the idea of a very bright light shining on someone who is being given a lot of public attention",
"source": "MW"
},
"glare": {
"def": "(verb) to shine with a harsh, bright light",
"source": "MW"
},
"glass:noun": {
"def": "(noun) colored glass that is used to make pictures and patterns in windows",
"source": "MW"
},
"glass:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to fit, protect, or enclose (something) with glass—usually + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"glass": {
"def": "(noun) a hard usually transparent material that is used for making windows and other products —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"gleaming:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to shine brightly",
"source": "MW"
},
"gleaming": {
"def": "(verb) to shine brightly",
"source": "MW"
},
"glitter:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to shine brightly : to shine with bright points of light",
"source": "MW"
},
"glitter:noun": {
"def": "(noun) light that shines in small, bright points",
"source": "MW"
},
"glitter": {
"def": "(verb) to shine brightly : to shine with bright points of light",
"source": "MW"
},
"global:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) involving the entire world",
"source": "MW"
},
"global:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a series of musical notes that go up or down in pitch",
"source": "MW"
},
"global": {
"def": "(adjective) involving the entire world",
"source": "MW"
},
"gloomy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) somewhat dark : not bright or sunny",
"source": "MW"
},
"gloomy": {
"def": "(adjective) somewhat dark : not bright or sunny",
"source": "MW"
},
"glove:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a mitten that is made out of a thick material and used for taking hot dishes out of an oven —called also (British) oven glove",
"source": "MW"
},
"glove:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be the right size and shape for (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"glove": {
"def": "(noun) a covering for the hand that has separate parts for each finger",
"source": "MW"
},
"goal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a goal in soccer, hockey, etc., that a player accidentally scores against his or her own team",
"source": "MW"
},
"goal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or coming at the end of a process, series of events, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"goal": {
"def": "(noun) something that you are trying to do or achieve",
"source": "MW"
},
"golf:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a woman whose husband has died",
"source": "MW"
},
"golf": {
"def": "(noun) an outdoor game in which players use special clubs (called golf clubs) to try to hit a small ball with as few strokes as possible into each of 9 or 18 holes",
"source": "MW"
},
"goodbye:interjection": {
"def": "(interjection) —used to express good wishes when someone is leaving",
"source": "MW"
},
"goodbye:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an area of moving water that is raised above the main surface of an ocean, a lake, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"goodbye:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move your hand or something held in your hand usually in a repeated motion in order to signal or greet someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"goodbye": {
"def": "(interjection) —used to express good wishes when someone is leaving",
"source": "MW"
},
"goods:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a bad or useless person",
"source": "MW"
},
"goods": {
"def": "(noun) morally good forces or influences",
"source": "MW"
},
"govern:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to officially control and lead (a group of people) : to make decisions about laws, taxes, social programs, etc., for (a country, state, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"govern": {
"def": "(verb) to officially control and lead (a group of people) : to make decisions about laws, taxes, social programs, etc., for (a country, state, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"government:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of students in a school who are elected to help plan and organize activities and events for other students",
"source": "MW"
},
"government": {
"def": "(noun) the group of people who control and make decisions for a country, state, etc. —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"governor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an elected official who is an assistant to the governor of a U.S. state",
"source": "MW"
},
"governor:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to lead or take part in a campaign to support or oppose someone or something or to achieve something",
"source": "MW"
},
"governor": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is the leader of the government of a state, province, etc. —abbr. Gov.",
"source": "MW"
},
"graduate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to earn a degree or diploma from a school, college, or university",
"source": "MW"
},
"graduate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who has earned a degree or diploma from a school, college, or university —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"graduate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a course of studies taken at a college or university after earning a bachelor's degree or other first degree : postgraduate",
"source": "MW"
},
"graduate": {
"def": "(verb) to earn a degree or diploma from a school, college, or university",
"source": "MW"
},
"grain:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the real facts about something : the things that are true",
"source": "MW"
},
"grain": {
"def": "(noun) the seeds of plants (such as wheat, corn, and rice) that are used for food; also : a single seed of wheat, corn, rice, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"grand:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) involving or including many people or things : very large in scope : intended to have an important or impressive result",
"source": "MW"
},
"grand:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a special celebration held to mark the opening of a new business or public place (such as a park or stadium)",
"source": "MW"
},
"grand": {
"def": "(adjective) involving or including many people or things : very large in scope : intended to have an important or impressive result",
"source": "MW"
},
"grandiloquent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) using words that are intended to sound very impressive and important",
"source": "MW"
},
"grandiloquent": {
"def": "(adjective) using words that are intended to sound very impressive and important",
"source": "MW"
},
"grandparent:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a parent of your father or mother",
"source": "MW"
},
"grandparent": {
"def": "(noun) a parent of your father or mother",
"source": "MW"
},
"grant:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to agree to do, give, or allow (something asked for or hoped for)",
"source": "MW"
},
"grant:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an amount of money given to a court to allow a prisoner to leave jail and return later for a trial",
"source": "MW"
},
"grant": {
"def": "(verb) to agree to do, give, or allow (something asked for or hoped for)",
"source": "MW"
},
"graphite:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a shiny black substance that is used in pencils",
"source": "MW"
},
"graphite": {
"def": "(noun) a shiny black substance that is used in pencils",
"source": "MW"
},
"grateful:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing thanks : feeling or showing thanks to someone for some helpful act",
"source": "MW"
},
"grateful:noun": {
"def": "(noun) kind or forgiving treatment of someone who could be treated harshly",
"source": "MW"
},
"grateful": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing thanks : feeling or showing thanks to someone for some helpful act",
"source": "MW"
},
"greet:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to meet (someone who has just arrived) with usually friendly and polite words and actions : welcome",
"source": "MW"
},
"greet": {
"def": "(verb) to meet (someone who has just arrived) with usually friendly and polite words and actions : welcome",
"source": "MW"
},
"gregarious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) enjoying the company of other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"gregarious": {
"def": "(adjective) enjoying the company of other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"grim:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) unpleasant or shocking to see or think about",
"source": "MW"
},
"grim": {
"def": "(adjective) unpleasant or shocking to see or think about",
"source": "MW"
},
"groan:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a deep sound because of pain or some strong emotion (such as grief or disappointment)",
"source": "MW"
},
"groan": {
"def": "(verb) to make a deep sound because of pain or some strong emotion (such as grief or disappointment)",
"source": "MW"
},
"grocery:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a series of names, words, numbers, etc., that are usually written down with each new one appearing below the previous one",
"source": "MW"
},
"grocery": {
"def": "(noun) grocery store",
"source": "MW"
},
"grow:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to allow or permit (someone or something) to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"grow:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a plant that grows very quickly where it is not wanted and covers or kills more desirable plants",
"source": "MW"
},
"grow": {
"def": "(verb) to become larger : to increase in size, amount, etc. —often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"guarantee:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a usually written promise: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"guarantee:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a usually written promise that whatever you are selling, doing, etc., is what you say it is",
"source": "MW"
},
"guarantee": {
"def": "(noun) a usually written promise: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"guest:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who speaks a particular language",
"source": "MW"
},
"guest": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is invited to visit or stay in someone's home",
"source": "MW"
},
"guide:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a journey through the different parts of a country, region, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"guide:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to direct or lead (someone) —often + through or to",
"source": "MW"
},
"guide": {
"def": "(noun) a person who leads or directs other people on a journey",
"source": "MW"
},
"guile:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the use of clever and usually dishonest methods to achieve something",
"source": "MW"
},
"guile": {
"def": "(noun) the use of clever and usually dishonest methods to achieve something",
"source": "MW"
},
"guilty:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) responsible for committing a crime or doing something bad or wrong —often + of —sometimes used informally in a joking way",
"source": "MW"
},
"guilty:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an action that is considered to be wrong according to religious or moral law",
"source": "MW"
},
"guilty": {
"def": "(adjective) responsible for committing a crime or doing something bad or wrong —often + of —sometimes used informally in a joking way",
"source": "MW"
},
"guitar:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a musical instrument that has strings which are plucked while being pressed with a movable steel bar and a pedal that can change the pitch of the strings —called also steel guitar",
"source": "MW"
},
"guitar": {
"def": "(noun) a musical instrument that is held against the front of your body and that has usually six strings which are played with your fingers or with a pick",
"source": "MW"
},
"gun:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a gun that is able to shoot many bullets very quickly one after the other",
"source": "MW"
},
"gun:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (a car or a car's engine) to go very fast by pressing the accelerator",
"source": "MW"
},
"gun": {
"def": "(noun) a weapon that shoots bullets or shells",
"source": "MW"
},
"gust:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sudden strong wind —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"gust:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to blow strongly for a short time : to blow in gusts",
"source": "MW"
},
"gust": {
"def": "(noun) a sudden strong wind —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"guy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who says or does things that are funny but also annoying or somewhat rude",
"source": "MW"
},
"guy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) always helpful : producing desired results or information when needed",
"source": "MW"
},
"guy": {
"def": "(noun) —used to refer to two or more people",
"source": "MW"
},
"gym:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a structure of metal bars for children to climb on",
"source": "MW"
},
"gym": {
"def": "(noun) gymnasium health club",
"source": "MW"
},
"hammer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a tool used for lifting or holding objects that is made of two long pieces connected at one end or in the middle",
"source": "MW"
},
"hammer:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to force (something) into a particular place or shape by hitting it with a hammer",
"source": "MW"
},
"hammer": {
"def": "(noun) a tool that has a heavy metal head attached to a handle and that is used for hitting nails or breaking things apart",
"source": "MW"
},
"handle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a movable piece of wood, glass, or metal that swings or slides open and shut so that people can enter or leave a room, building, vehicle, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"handle:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move through the air with wings",
"source": "MW"
},
"handle:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a high temperature",
"source": "MW"
},
"handle": {
"def": "(noun) a part of something that is designed to be held by your hand",
"source": "MW"
},
"hapless:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having no luck : very unfortunate",
"source": "MW"
},
"hapless": {
"def": "(adjective) having no luck : very unfortunate",
"source": "MW"
},
"happily:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at any time",
"source": "MW"
},
"happily:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be alive",
"source": "MW"
},
"happily": {
"def": "(adverb) in a happy way or state",
"source": "MW"
},
"happiness:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being happy : joy",
"source": "MW"
},
"happiness": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being happy : joy",
"source": "MW"
},
"harbinger:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that shows what is coming—usually + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"harbinger": {
"def": "(noun) something that shows what is coming—usually + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"harbour:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a part of the ocean, a lake, etc., that is next to land and that is protected and deep enough to provide safety for ships",
"source": "MW"
},
"harbour:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give shelter to (someone) : to hide and protect (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"harbour": {
"def": "(noun) a part of the ocean, a lake, etc., that is next to land and that is protected and deep enough to provide safety for ships",
"source": "MW"
},
"harm:noun": {
"def": "(noun) how someone or something does something : how someone or something behaves, appears, feels, etc.—usually singular —often followed by to + verb —often used with in",
"source": "MW"
},
"harm:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to perform (an action or activity)",
"source": "MW"
},
"harm:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to say that an activity, job, etc., has ended",
"source": "MW"
},
"harm": {
"def": "(noun) physical or mental damage or injury : something that causes someone or something to be hurt, broken, made less valuable or successful, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"harmful:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing or capable of causing damage or harm —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"harmful": {
"def": "(adjective) causing or capable of causing damage or harm —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"hat:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a tall, usually black hat that is worn by men on very formal occasions",
"source": "MW"
},
"hat": {
"def": "(noun) a covering for the head that often has a brim and a rounded or flat top",
"source": "MW"
},
"have:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say usually in an unwilling way that you accept or do not deny the truth or existence of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"have:noun": {
"def": "(noun) work or activities done for a purpose : commercial, professional, public, or personal business",
"source": "MW"
},
"have:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in opposition to (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"have": {
"def": "(verb) to own, use, or hold (something) —also used for things that cannot be seen or touched —also have got",
"source": "MW"
},
"have to:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to show that you are happy or that you think something is funny by smiling and making a sound from your throat —often + at",
"source": "MW"
},
"have to:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the body that you see with",
"source": "MW"
},
"have to": {
"def": "(verb) to own, use, or hold (something) —also used for things that cannot be seen or touched —also have got",
"source": "MW"
},
"headache:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very bad headache",
"source": "MW"
},
"headache": {
"def": "(noun) an ache or pain in the head",
"source": "MW"
},
"headline:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large strip of cloth with a design, picture, or writing on it —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"headline:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to provide (a newspaper story) with a headline—usually used as (be) headlined",
"source": "MW"
},
"headline": {
"def": "(noun) the title written in large letters over a story in a newspaper",
"source": "MW"
},
"healthy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) good for the health of your heart",
"source": "MW"
},
"healthy": {
"def": "(adjective) having good health : not sick or injured : well",
"source": "MW"
},
"hearing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an object whose name is not known or stated",
"source": "MW"
},
"hearing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be aware of (sound) through the ear",
"source": "MW"
},
"hearing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very firm or solid : not easy to bend, cut, etc. : not soft",
"source": "MW"
},
"hearing": {
"def": "(noun) the sense through which a person or animal is aware of sound : the ability to hear",
"source": "MW"
},
"heat:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the normal temperature of the human body",
"source": "MW"
},
"heat:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something) to become warm or hot",
"source": "MW"
},
"heat:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) designed to follow the heat from an airplane or rocket in order to destroy it",
"source": "MW"
},
"heat": {
"def": "(noun) energy that causes things to become warmer",
"source": "MW"
},
"heating:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an object that is thin, flat, and usually soft",
"source": "MW"
},
"heating:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something) to become warm or hot",
"source": "MW"
},
"heating": {
"def": "(noun) a system that is used to provide warmth to a room or building",
"source": "MW"
},
"heaven:noun": {
"def": "(noun) food which according to the Bible was supplied by a miracle to the Israelites after they escaped from Egypt",
"source": "MW"
},
"heaven:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) rising or extending upward a great distance",
"source": "MW"
},
"heaven:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have (information of some kind) in your mind —often + how, why, where, etc. —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"heaven": {
"def": "(noun) the place where God lives and where good people go after they die according to some religions",
"source": "MW"
},
"heavily:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to a great degree : very much",
"source": "MW"
},
"heavily:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) involving the use of weapons",
"source": "MW"
},
"heavily": {
"def": "(adverb) to a great degree : very much",
"source": "MW"
},
"hegemony:noun": {
"def": "(noun) influence or control over another country, a group of people, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"hegemony": {
"def": "(noun) influence or control over another country, a group of people, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"helicopter:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an aircraft that can stay in the air without moving forward and that has metal blades that turn around on its top",
"source": "MW"
},
"helicopter": {
"def": "(noun) an aircraft that can stay in the air without moving forward and that has metal blades that turn around on its top",
"source": "MW"
},
"hell:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an animal that has wings and a furry body like a mouse",
"source": "MW"
},
"hell:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) bleeding or covered with blood",
"source": "MW"
},
"hell:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become a hard substance (such as ice) because of cold",
"source": "MW"
},
"hell": {
"def": "(noun) the place where the devil lives and where evil people go after they die according to some religions",
"source": "MW"
},
"hello:noun": {
"def": "(noun) —used as a greeting",
"source": "MW"
},
"hello": {
"def": "(noun) —used as a greeting",
"source": "MW"
},
"helpful:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) making it easier to do a job, deal with a problem, etc. : giving help",
"source": "MW"
},
"helpful:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move toward someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"helpful": {
"def": "(adjective) making it easier to do a job, deal with a problem, etc. : giving help",
"source": "MW"
},
"hers:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) that which belongs to or is connected with her : her one : her ones",
"source": "MW"
},
"hers:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a government program in the U.S. that teaches farming skills and good citizenship to young people",
"source": "MW"
},
"hers": {
"def": "(pronoun) that which belongs to or is connected with her : her one : her ones",
"source": "MW"
},
"hey:interjection": {
"def": "(interjection) —used to attract someone's attention or to express surprise, joy, or anger",
"source": "MW"
},
"hey": {
"def": "(interjection) —used to attract someone's attention or to express surprise, joy, or anger",
"source": "MW"
},
"hi:interjection": {
"def": "(interjection) —used as an informal way of saying \"hello\"",
"source": "MW"
},
"hi:noun": {
"def": "(noun) high technology",
"source": "MW"
},
"hi:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or using new electronic devices and technology",
"source": "MW"
},
"hi": {
"def": "(interjection) —used as an informal way of saying \"hello\"",
"source": "MW"
},
"highlight:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as an event or a detail) that is very interesting, exciting, or important : the best part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"highlight:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make or try to make people notice or be aware of (someone or something) : to direct attention to (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"highlight": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as an event or a detail) that is very interesting, exciting, or important : the best part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"highway:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a major road that has something (such as a guardrail or an area with grass and trees) that separates lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions —called also (British) dual carriageway",
"source": "MW"
},
"highway": {
"def": "(noun) a main road that connects cities, towns, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"hire:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to work at (a job, activity, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"hire:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a way of paying for something by making a series of small payments over a long time —called also (British) hire purchase",
"source": "MW"
},
"hire": {
"def": "(verb) to give work or a job to (someone) in exchange for wages or a salary",
"source": "MW"
},
"historic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) famous or important in history",
"source": "MW"
},
"historic": {
"def": "(adjective) famous or important in history",
"source": "MW"
},
"historical:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to history",
"source": "MW"
},
"historical:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a statement made by a person with authority that tells someone to do something : an instruction or direction that must be obeyed",
"source": "MW"
},
"historical": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to history",
"source": "MW"
},
"hobby:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an activity that a person does for pleasure when not working",
"source": "MW"
},
"hobby": {
"def": "(noun) an activity that a person does for pleasure when not working",
"source": "MW"
},
"hockey:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a game like ice hockey that is played on a hard surface using hockey sticks and a small ball",
"source": "MW"
},
"hockey": {
"def": "(noun) ice hockey",
"source": "MW"
},
"holiday:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a way of living or existing",
"source": "MW"
},
"holiday:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to spend a holiday in or at a particular place : vacation",
"source": "MW"
},
"holiday": {
"def": "(noun) a special day of celebration : a day when most people do not have to work —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"homework:noun": {
"def": "(noun) work that a student is given to do at home",
"source": "MW"
},
"homework": {
"def": "(noun) work that a student is given to do at home",
"source": "MW"
},
"honest:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) good and truthful : not lying, stealing, or cheating",
"source": "MW"
},
"honest:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to stress that a statement is true —sometimes used in the phrases honest to God or honest to goodness",
"source": "MW"
},
"honest:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to allow or permit (someone or something) to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"honest:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a coin or a unit of money equal to 1/10₀ of a dollar : cent",
"source": "MW"
},
"honest": {
"def": "(adjective) good and truthful : not lying, stealing, or cheating",
"source": "MW"
},
"honour:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a married woman who is the main bridesmaid at a wedding",
"source": "MW"
},
"honour:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to regard or treat (someone) with respect and admiration : to show or give honor to (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"honour": {
"def": "(noun) respect that is given to someone who is admired",
"source": "MW"
},
"horror:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a story about an actual event or experience that is very unpleasant",
"source": "MW"
},
"horror:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe something that surprises and usually upsets people",
"source": "MW"
},
"horror": {
"def": "(noun) a very strong feeling of fear, dread, and shock",
"source": "MW"
},
"hospital:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long, formal dress that a woman wears especially during a special event",
"source": "MW"
},
"hospital": {
"def": "(noun) a place where sick or injured people are given care or treatment and where children are often born —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"host:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a great amount or number",
"source": "MW"
},
"host:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be the host for (a social event, a group of people, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"host": {
"def": "(noun) a person (especially a man) who is entertaining guests socially or as a job",
"source": "MW"
},
"hotel:noun": {
"def": "(noun) motel; especially : a large motel—used chiefly in the names of motels",
"source": "MW"
},
"hotel": {
"def": "(noun) a place that has rooms in which people can stay especially when they are traveling : a place that provides food, lodging, and other services for paying guests",
"source": "MW"
},
"household:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a word or phrase that refers to or that can refer to a specific person",
"source": "MW"
},
"household:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a house or to the people living in a house",
"source": "MW"
},
"household": {
"def": "(noun) the people in a family or other group that are living together in one house",
"source": "MW"
},
"housing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the supply of goods available for sale in a store",
"source": "MW"
},
"housing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to provide shelter or a living space for (someone) —often used as (be) housed",
"source": "MW"
},
"housing": {
"def": "(noun) the houses, apartments, etc., in which people live",
"source": "MW"
},
"how:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in what manner or way : by what means",
"source": "MW"
},
"how:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) in what manner or way",
"source": "MW"
},
"how:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) giving practical instruction or advice on how to do something yourself",
"source": "MW"
},
"how:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small, usually round piece of plastic, glass, metal, etc., that is sewn to a piece of clothing and is pushed through a loop or hole to fasten one part of the clothing to another part",
"source": "MW"
},
"how:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to indicate the object of a thought, feeling, or action",
"source": "MW"
},
"how:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have enough courage or confidence to do something : to not be too afraid to do something —often followed by to + verb —often followed by an infinitive verb without to",
"source": "MW"
},
"how": {
"def": "(adverb) in what manner or way : by what means",
"source": "MW"
},
"hubris:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a great or foolish amount of pride or confidence",
"source": "MW"
},
"hubris": {
"def": "(noun) a great or foolish amount of pride or confidence",
"source": "MW"
},
"huddle:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to come close together in a group",
"source": "MW"
},
"huddle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people or things that are close to each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"huddle": {
"def": "(verb) to come close together in a group",
"source": "MW"
},
"hug:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put your arms around someone especially as a way of showing love or friendship",
"source": "MW"
},
"hug:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a strong and rough hug : an act of showing affection by putting your arms around someone and squeezing very tightly",
"source": "MW"
},
"hug": {
"def": "(verb) to put your arms around someone especially as a way of showing love or friendship",
"source": "MW"
},
"humor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of the five natural powers (touch, taste, smell, sight, and hearing) through which you receive information about the world around you —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"humor:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to try to please or satisfy (someone) by doing what is wanted",
"source": "MW"
},
"humor": {
"def": "(noun) a funny or amusing quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"humorous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing laughter : funny",
"source": "MW"
},
"humorous": {
"def": "(adjective) causing laughter : funny",
"source": "MW"
},
"humour:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a funny or amusing quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"humour:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to try to please or satisfy (someone) by doing what is wanted",
"source": "MW"
},
"humour": {
"def": "(noun) a funny or amusing quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"hunting:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of unfairly looking for and punishing people who are accused of having opinions that are believed to be dangerous or evil",
"source": "MW"
},
"hunting:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to chase and kill (wild animals) for food or pleasure",
"source": "MW"
},
"hunting": {
"def": "(noun) the activity or sport of chasing and killing wild animals —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"hurl:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to throw (something) with force",
"source": "MW"
},
"hurl:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a wrench that can be adjusted to grip or turn things of different sizes—used in U.S. English to refer especially to a large, heavy wrench with a long, straight handle",
"source": "MW"
},
"hurl": {
"def": "(verb) to throw (something) with force",
"source": "MW"
},
"hurricane:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an extremely large, powerful, and destructive storm with very strong winds that occurs especially in the western part of the Atlantic Ocean",
"source": "MW"
},
"hurricane": {
"def": "(noun) an extremely large, powerful, and destructive storm with very strong winds that occurs especially in the western part of the Atlantic Ocean",
"source": "MW"
},
"hurry:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stay in a place until an expected event happens, until someone arrives, until it is your turn to do something, etc. —often followed by to + verb —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"hurry:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a need to do something more quickly than usual : rush",
"source": "MW"
},
"hurry": {
"def": "(verb) to move, act, or go quickly —often + up",
"source": "MW"
},
"hut:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small and simple house or building",
"source": "MW"
},
"hut": {
"def": "(noun) a small and simple house or building",
"source": "MW"
},
"ice cream:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a thin, crisp cake that is shaped like a cone and used for holding ice cream; also : one filled with ice cream",
"source": "MW"
},
"ice cream": {
"def": "(noun) a frozen food containing sweetened and flavored cream —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"ideal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) exactly right for a particular purpose, situation, or person : perfect",
"source": "MW"
},
"ideal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an idea or standard of perfection or excellence",
"source": "MW"
},
"ideal": {
"def": "(adjective) exactly right for a particular purpose, situation, or person : perfect",
"source": "MW"
},
"identity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a list of the players who are playing in a game (such as baseball)",
"source": "MW"
},
"identity": {
"def": "(noun) who someone is : the name of a person",
"source": "MW"
},
"if:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to make comparisons —usually used in the phrase as…as —sometimes used in negative phrases with so",
"source": "MW"
},
"if:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a question that asks someone to imagine what might happen or what might have happened",
"source": "MW"
},
"if:verb": {
"def": "(verb) —used to indicate the identity of a person or thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"if:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to indicate a person or thing that is not particular or specific",
"source": "MW"
},
"if:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) a thing of any kind",
"source": "MW"
},
"if": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to talk about the result or effect of something that may happen or be true",
"source": "MW"
},
"ignominious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing disgrace or shame",
"source": "MW"
},
"ignominious": {
"def": "(adjective) causing disgrace or shame",
"source": "MW"
},
"ignore:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to refuse to show that you hear or see (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"ignore": {
"def": "(verb) to refuse to show that you hear or see (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"ill:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not wise or sensible : foolish",
"source": "MW"
},
"ill:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in the worst way : in a way that is worse than all others",
"source": "MW"
},
"ill:noun": {
"def": "(noun) bad or unlucky things",
"source": "MW"
},
"ill": {
"def": "(adjective) not well or healthy : sick or unhealthy —usually used after a verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"illegal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not allowed by the law : not legal",
"source": "MW"
},
"illegal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who comes to a country to live there",
"source": "MW"
},
"illegal": {
"def": "(adjective) not allowed by the law : not legal",
"source": "MW"
},
"illness:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a mental illness in which a person experiences periods of strong excitement and happiness followed by periods of sadness and depression —called also manic-depressive illness",
"source": "MW"
},
"illness": {
"def": "(noun) a condition of being unhealthy in your body or mind",
"source": "MW"
},
"illustrate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give examples in order to make (something) easier to understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"illustrate": {
"def": "(verb) to give examples in order to make (something) easier to understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"illustration:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a picture or drawing in a book, magazine, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"illustration": {
"def": "(noun) a picture or drawing in a book, magazine, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"imaginary:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not real : existing only in your mind or imagination",
"source": "MW"
},
"imaginary": {
"def": "(adjective) not real : existing only in your mind or imagination",
"source": "MW"
},
"imagination:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a continuous area or length of land or water",
"source": "MW"
},
"imagination:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go away from (a place) —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"imagination:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very bright in color",
"source": "MW"
},
"imagination": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to imagine things that are not real : the ability to form a picture in your mind of something that you have not seen or experienced",
"source": "MW"
},
"imbue:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone or something) to be deeply affected by a feeling or to have a certain quality —usually + with —often used as (be) imbued",
"source": "MW"
},
"imbue": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone or something) to be deeply affected by a feeling or to have a certain quality —usually + with —often used as (be) imbued",
"source": "MW"
},
"immigrant:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who comes to a country to live there",
"source": "MW"
},
"immigrant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not allowed by the law : not legal",
"source": "MW"
},
"immigrant": {
"def": "(noun) a person who comes to a country to live there",
"source": "MW"
},
"impatient:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not willing to wait for something or someone : not patient —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"impatient": {
"def": "(adjective) not willing to wait for something or someone : not patient —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"impeccable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) free from fault or error",
"source": "MW"
},
"impeccable": {
"def": "(adjective) free from fault or error",
"source": "MW"
},
"impetuous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) acting or done quickly and without thought : controlled by emotion rather than thought : impulsive",
"source": "MW"
},
"impetuous": {
"def": "(adjective) acting or done quickly and without thought : controlled by emotion rather than thought : impulsive",
"source": "MW"
},
"imply:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to express (something) in an indirect way : to suggest (something) without saying or showing it plainly",
"source": "MW"
},
"imply": {
"def": "(verb) to express (something) in an indirect way : to suggest (something) without saying or showing it plainly",
"source": "MW"
},
"import:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to bring a product into a country to be sold",
"source": "MW"
},
"import:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is imported : a product brought into a country to be sold there",
"source": "MW"
},
"import": {
"def": "(verb) to bring a product into a country to be sold",
"source": "MW"
},
"importance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is being done, talked about, or thought about —often used in an ironic way to refer to a difficult or important situation or problem",
"source": "MW"
},
"importance:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely important : crucial",
"source": "MW"
},
"importance": {
"def": "(noun) the quality or state of being important : value or significance",
"source": "MW"
},
"important:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having too high an opinion of your own importance",
"source": "MW"
},
"important": {
"def": "(adjective) having serious meaning or worth : deserving or requiring serious attention",
"source": "MW"
},
"impose:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something, such as a tax, fine, rule, or punishment) to affect someone or something by using your authority —usually + on or upon",
"source": "MW"
},
"impose:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a legal document in which a person states who should receive his or her possessions after he or she dies",
"source": "MW"
},
"impose": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something, such as a tax, fine, rule, or punishment) to affect someone or something by using your authority —usually + on or upon",
"source": "MW"
},
"impossible:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) unable to be done or to happen : not possible",
"source": "MW"
},
"impossible:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a series of thoughts, visions, or feelings that happen during sleep",
"source": "MW"
},
"impossible": {
"def": "(adjective) unable to be done or to happen : not possible",
"source": "MW"
},
"impress:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to feel admiration or interest —often used as (be) impressed",
"source": "MW"
},
"impress": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to feel admiration or interest —often used as (be) impressed",
"source": "MW"
},
"impressed:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to feel admiration or interest —often used as (be) impressed",
"source": "MW"
},
"impressed": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to feel admiration or interest —often used as (be) impressed",
"source": "MW"
},
"impression:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the effect or influence that something or someone has on a person's thoughts or feelings",
"source": "MW"
},
"impression:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause or allow someone to have (something) as a present : to make a present of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"impression:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in or to a lower place than (something) : below or beneath (something) : underneath",
"source": "MW"
},
"impression": {
"def": "(noun) the effect or influence that something or someone has on a person's thoughts or feelings",
"source": "MW"
},
"impressive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) deserving attention, admiration, or respect : making a good impression",
"source": "MW"
},
"impressive": {
"def": "(adjective) deserving attention, admiration, or respect : making a good impression",
"source": "MW"
},
"imprisonment:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (someone) in prison —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"imprisonment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the punishment of being kept in a prison for the rest of your life",
"source": "MW"
},
"imprisonment": {
"def": "(verb) to put (someone) in prison —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"improve:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) better",
"source": "MW"
},
"improve": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) better",
"source": "MW"
},
"improvement:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the place (such as a house or apartment) where a person lives",
"source": "MW"
},
"improvement:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"improvement": {
"def": "(noun) the act of improving something : the act or process of making something better",
"source": "MW"
},
"impugn:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to criticize (a person's character, intentions, etc.) by suggesting that someone is not honest and should not be trusted",
"source": "MW"
},
"impugn": {
"def": "(verb) to criticize (a person's character, intentions, etc.) by suggesting that someone is not honest and should not be trusted",
"source": "MW"
},
"in:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to indicate location or position within something",
"source": "MW"
},
"in:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) without being present",
"source": "MW"
},
"in:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) popular or fashionable",
"source": "MW"
},
"in:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the possibility that you will be hurt or killed",
"source": "MW"
},
"in:abbreviation": {
"def": "(abbreviation) inch, inches",
"source": "MW"
},
"in:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to fasten (someone or something) by using a strap",
"source": "MW"
},
"in": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to indicate location or position within something",
"source": "MW"
},
"inadvertent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not intended or planned : accidental",
"source": "MW"
},
"inadvertent": {
"def": "(adjective) not intended or planned : accidental",
"source": "MW"
},
"incessant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) continuing without stopping : not stopping—used to describe something that is unpleasant or annoying",
"source": "MW"
},
"incessant": {
"def": "(adjective) continuing without stopping : not stopping—used to describe something that is unpleasant or annoying",
"source": "MW"
},
"inchoate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not completely formed or developed yet : vague",
"source": "MW"
},
"inchoate": {
"def": "(adjective) not completely formed or developed yet : vague",
"source": "MW"
},
"include:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have (someone or something) as part of a group or total : to contain (someone or something) in a group or as a part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"include": {
"def": "(verb) to have (someone or something) as part of a group or total : to contain (someone or something) in a group or as a part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"included:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to say that someone or something is part of a group or total",
"source": "MW"
},
"included:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have (someone or something) as part of a group or total : to contain (someone or something) in a group or as a part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"included": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to say that someone or something is part of a group or total",
"source": "MW"
},
"including:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) having (someone or something) as part of a group or total",
"source": "MW"
},
"including:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have (someone or something) as part of a group or total : to contain (someone or something) in a group or as a part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"including": {
"def": "(preposition) having (someone or something) as part of a group or total",
"source": "MW"
},
"income:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of coming or going back to the place you started from or to a place where you were before",
"source": "MW"
},
"income:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made to be used once or only a few times : made to be thrown away after one use or several uses",
"source": "MW"
},
"income": {
"def": "(noun) money that is earned from work, investments, business, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"incomprehensible:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) impossible to understand : not comprehensible",
"source": "MW"
},
"incomprehensible": {
"def": "(adjective) impossible to understand : not comprehensible",
"source": "MW"
},
"incorrigible:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not able to be corrected or changed",
"source": "MW"
},
"incorrigible": {
"def": "(adjective) not able to be corrected or changed",
"source": "MW"
},
"increase:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become larger or greater in size, amount, number, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"increase:noun": {
"def": "(noun) money received in exchange for work : money paid to someone for doing work",
"source": "MW"
},
"increase": {
"def": "(verb) to become larger or greater in size, amount, number, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"increasingly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) more and more : to an increasing degree",
"source": "MW"
},
"increasingly": {
"def": "(adverb) more and more : to an increasing degree",
"source": "MW"
},
"incredible:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) difficult or impossible to believe",
"source": "MW"
},
"incredible": {
"def": "(adjective) difficult or impossible to believe",
"source": "MW"
},
"incredibly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) difficult or impossible to believe",
"source": "MW"
},
"incredibly": {
"def": "(adjective) difficult or impossible to believe",
"source": "MW"
},
"independent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not dependent: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"independent:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a way of doing something or of achieving a desired result",
"source": "MW"
},
"independent": {
"def": "(adjective) not dependent: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"indignant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing anger because of something that is unfair or wrong : very angry",
"source": "MW"
},
"indignant": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing anger because of something that is unfair or wrong : very angry",
"source": "MW"
},
"indirect:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not direct: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"indirect:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of saying something that is opposite or very different in meaning to something else",
"source": "MW"
},
"indirect": {
"def": "(adjective) not direct: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"individual:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or existing as just one member or part of a larger group",
"source": "MW"
},
"individual:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the mind that makes you aware of your actions as being either morally right or wrong —usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"individual": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or existing as just one member or part of a larger group",
"source": "MW"
},
"indoor:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done, living, located, or used inside a building",
"source": "MW"
},
"indoor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a system of pipes that carries water through a building",
"source": "MW"
},
"indoor": {
"def": "(adjective) done, living, located, or used inside a building",
"source": "MW"
},
"indoors:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in, inside, or into a building",
"source": "MW"
},
"indoors": {
"def": "(adverb) in, inside, or into a building",
"source": "MW"
},
"industrial:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) stronger, more powerful, or more intense than others of its kind",
"source": "MW"
},
"industrial:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a strike or a slowing of work) done by workers to protest bad conditions, low wages, etc. —called also (British) industrial action",
"source": "MW"
},
"industrial": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to industry : of or relating to factories, the people who work in factories, or the things made in factories",
"source": "MW"
},
"industry:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an organization, company, or system that provides something to the public",
"source": "MW"
},
"industry:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) many : much",
"source": "MW"
},
"industry": {
"def": "(noun) the process of making products by using machinery and factories",
"source": "MW"
},
"infection:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a disease that affects the vagina and that is caused by a fungus —called also (chiefly British) thrush",
"source": "MW"
},
"infection": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of infecting someone or something : the state of being infected",
"source": "MW"
},
"inform:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give information to (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"inform:noun": {
"def": "(noun) how someone or something does something : how someone or something behaves, appears, feels, etc.—usually singular —often followed by to + verb —often used with in",
"source": "MW"
},
"inform": {
"def": "(verb) to give information to (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"informal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not formal: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"informal": {
"def": "(adjective) not formal: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"information:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state or condition that exists when two people or things physically touch each other : a state of touching",
"source": "MW"
},
"information": {
"def": "(noun) knowledge that you get about someone or something : facts or details about a subject",
"source": "MW"
},
"ingredient:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of the things that are used to make a food, product, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"ingredient": {
"def": "(noun) one of the things that are used to make a food, product, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"initial:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) occurring at the beginning of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"initial:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the first sale of a company's stock to the public : ipo",
"source": "MW"
},
"initial:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to mark (something) with your initials",
"source": "MW"
},
"initial": {
"def": "(adjective) occurring at the beginning of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"initially:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) occurring at the beginning of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"initially": {
"def": "(adjective) occurring at the beginning of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"initiative:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the power or opportunity to do something before others do",
"source": "MW"
},
"initiative:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use legal or official power to take (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"initiative": {
"def": "(noun) the power or opportunity to do something before others do",
"source": "MW"
},
"injured:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) suffering from an injury : physically hurt or harmed",
"source": "MW"
},
"injured:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to harm or damage (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"injured": {
"def": "(adjective) suffering from an injury : physically hurt or harmed",
"source": "MW"
},
"injury:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a rude or offensive act or statement : something that insults someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"injury:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) with another thing or group of things",
"source": "MW"
},
"injury:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) likely to do, have, or suffer from something—usually + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"injury": {
"def": "(noun) harm or damage : an act or event that causes someone or something to no longer be fully healthy or in good condition",
"source": "MW"
},
"inner:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) located toward the inside of something : not on or at the edge or outside of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"inner:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the person that someone normally or truly is—used to describe the way someone acts or feels",
"source": "MW"
},
"inner": {
"def": "(adjective) located toward the inside of something : not on or at the edge or outside of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"innocent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not guilty of a crime or other wrong act",
"source": "MW"
},
"innocent": {
"def": "(adjective) not guilty of a crime or other wrong act",
"source": "MW"
},
"inquiry:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long narrow mark on a surface",
"source": "MW"
},
"inquiry": {
"def": "(noun) a request for information —often + into",
"source": "MW"
},
"insect:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an insect with a long, thin body that looks like a stick —called also (US) walking stick",
"source": "MW"
},
"insect": {
"def": "(noun) a small animal that has six legs and a body formed of three parts and that may have wings —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"insight:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a point that marks the limit of something : the point at which something no longer continues to happen or exist",
"source": "MW"
},
"insight:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to lift or pull (something) with effort —usually + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"insight:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) not in or at any place",
"source": "MW"
},
"insight:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having no pattern or decoration",
"source": "MW"
},
"insight": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to understand people and situations in a very clear way",
"source": "MW"
},
"insinuate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say (something, especially something bad or insulting) in an indirect way —often + that",
"source": "MW"
},
"insinuate": {
"def": "(verb) to say (something, especially something bad or insulting) in an indirect way —often + that",
"source": "MW"
},
"insist:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to demand that something happen or that someone do something —usually + that",
"source": "MW"
},
"insist": {
"def": "(verb) to demand that something happen or that someone do something —usually + that",
"source": "MW"
},
"inspire:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) want to do something : to give (someone) an idea about what to do or create —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"inspire": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) want to do something : to give (someone) an idea about what to do or create —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"install:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (a machine, a service, etc.) ready to be used in a certain place",
"source": "MW"
},
"install": {
"def": "(verb) to make (a machine, a service, etc.) ready to be used in a certain place",
"source": "MW"
},
"instance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an example of a particular type of action or situation : an occasion of something happening",
"source": "MW"
},
"instance:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) coming before all others in time, order, or importance",
"source": "MW"
},
"instance": {
"def": "(noun) an example of a particular type of action or situation : an occasion of something happening",
"source": "MW"
},
"institute:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an organization created for a particular purpose (such as research or education)",
"source": "MW"
},
"institute:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to begin or create (something, such as a new law, rule, or system)",
"source": "MW"
},
"institute": {
"def": "(noun) an organization created for a particular purpose (such as research or education)",
"source": "MW"
},
"institution:noun": {
"def": "(noun) careful use of money so that it is not wasted",
"source": "MW"
},
"institution:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or used for punishment",
"source": "MW"
},
"institution": {
"def": "(noun) an established organization",
"source": "MW"
},
"instruction:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a statement that describes how to do something —usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"instruction:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"instruction": {
"def": "(noun) a statement that describes how to do something —usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"instructor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who teaches a subject or skill : someone who instructs people",
"source": "MW"
},
"instructor": {
"def": "(noun) a person who teaches a subject or skill : someone who instructs people",
"source": "MW"
},
"instrument:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a musical instrument (such as a flute, horn, or organ) that is played by blowing air through it",
"source": "MW"
},
"instrument:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to music",
"source": "MW"
},
"instrument": {
"def": "(noun) a tool or device used for a particular purpose; especially : a tool or device designed to do careful and exact work",
"source": "MW"
},
"insurance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who owns a home, apartment, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"insurance": {
"def": "(noun) an agreement in which a person makes regular payments to a company and the company promises to pay money if the person is injured or dies, or to pay money equal to the value of something (such as a house or car) if it is damaged, lost, or stolen",
"source": "MW"
},
"intelligence:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an area of computer science that deals with giving machines the ability to seem like they have human intelligence",
"source": "MW"
},
"intelligence:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do or say something that is offensive to (someone) : to do or say something that shows a lack of respect for (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"intelligence": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to learn or understand things or to deal with new or difficult situations",
"source": "MW"
},
"intelligent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing the ability to easily learn or understand things or to deal with new or difficult situations : having or showing a lot of intelligence",
"source": "MW"
},
"intelligent": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing the ability to easily learn or understand things or to deal with new or difficult situations : having or showing a lot of intelligence",
"source": "MW"
},
"intend:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to plan or want to do (something) : to have (something) in your mind as a purpose or goal —usually followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"intend": {
"def": "(verb) to plan or want to do (something) : to have (something) in your mind as a purpose or goal —usually followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"intended:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) in your mind as a purpose or goal",
"source": "MW"
},
"intended:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a humorous way of using a word or phrase so that more than one meaning is suggested —often + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"intended:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to plan or want to do (something) : to have (something) in your mind as a purpose or goal —usually followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"intended": {
"def": "(adjective) in your mind as a purpose or goal",
"source": "MW"
},
"interest:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a personal or private reason for wanting something to be done or to happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"interest:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to want to learn more about something or to become involved in something",
"source": "MW"
},
"interest": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of wanting to learn more about something or to be involved in something",
"source": "MW"
},
"interested:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) wanting to learn more about something or to become involved in something",
"source": "MW"
},
"interested:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to want to learn more about something or to become involved in something",
"source": "MW"
},
"interested:noun": {
"def": "(noun) concern only for getting what you want or need and not about what happens to other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"interested": {
"def": "(adjective) wanting to learn more about something or to become involved in something",
"source": "MW"
},
"interesting:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) attracting your attention and making you want to learn more about something or to be involved in something : not dull or boring",
"source": "MW"
},
"interesting:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to want to learn more about something or to become involved in something",
"source": "MW"
},
"interesting": {
"def": "(adjective) attracting your attention and making you want to learn more about something or to be involved in something : not dull or boring",
"source": "MW"
},
"internal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) existing or located on the inside of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"internal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the process of losing blood",
"source": "MW"
},
"internal": {
"def": "(adjective) existing or located on the inside of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"international:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) involving two or more countries : occurring between countries",
"source": "MW"
},
"international:noun": {
"def": "(noun) work or activities done for a purpose : commercial, professional, public, or personal business",
"source": "MW"
},
"international": {
"def": "(adjective) involving two or more countries : occurring between countries",
"source": "MW"
},
"interpret:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to explain the meaning of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"interpret": {
"def": "(verb) to explain the meaning of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"interrupt:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to ask questions or say things while another person is speaking : to do or say something that causes someone to stop speaking",
"source": "MW"
},
"interrupt": {
"def": "(verb) to ask questions or say things while another person is speaking : to do or say something that causes someone to stop speaking",
"source": "MW"
},
"interview:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a meeting at which people talk to each other in order to ask questions and get information: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"interview:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to question or talk with (someone) in order to get information or learn about that person",
"source": "MW"
},
"interview:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"interview": {
"def": "(noun) a meeting at which people talk to each other in order to ask questions and get information: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"intrepid:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling no fear : very bold or brave",
"source": "MW"
},
"intrepid": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling no fear : very bold or brave",
"source": "MW"
},
"intrinsic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) belonging to the essential nature of a thing : occurring as a natural part of something —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"intrinsic": {
"def": "(adjective) belonging to the essential nature of a thing : occurring as a natural part of something —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"introduce:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) known to someone else by name —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"introduce": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) known to someone else by name —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"introduction:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of making a person known to others by name—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"introduction:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be in a condition or situation in which you must have (something) : to require (something) —often used of things",
"source": "MW"
},
"introduction": {
"def": "(noun) the act of making a person known to others by name—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"invent:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to create or produce (something useful) for the first time",
"source": "MW"
},
"invent": {
"def": "(verb) to create or produce (something useful) for the first time",
"source": "MW"
},
"invention:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that you must have or do : something that is necessary",
"source": "MW"
},
"invention:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"invention": {
"def": "(noun) something invented: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"invest:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use money to earn more money : to use your money to purchase stock in a company, to buy property, etc., in order to make future profit —often + in —often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"invest": {
"def": "(verb) to use money to earn more money : to use your money to purchase stock in a company, to buy property, etc., in order to make future profit —often + in —often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"investigation:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to try to find out the facts about (something, such as a crime or an accident) in order to learn how it happened, who did it, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"investigation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long narrow mark on a surface",
"source": "MW"
},
"investigation:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not closed: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"investigation:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in or to a lower place than (something) : below or beneath (something) : underneath",
"source": "MW"
},
"investigation": {
"def": "(verb) to try to find out the facts about (something, such as a crime or an accident) in order to learn how it happened, who did it, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"investment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of using money to earn more money : the act of investing money",
"source": "MW"
},
"investment": {
"def": "(noun) the act of using money to earn more money : the act of investing money",
"source": "MW"
},
"invidious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) unpleasant and likely to cause bad feelings in other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"invidious": {
"def": "(adjective) unpleasant and likely to cause bad feelings in other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"invitation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a written or spoken request for someone to go somewhere or to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"invitation:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not closed: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"invitation": {
"def": "(noun) a written or spoken request for someone to go somewhere or to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"invite:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to ask (someone) to go somewhere or do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"invite:noun": {
"def": "(noun) invitation",
"source": "MW"
},
"invite": {
"def": "(verb) to ask (someone) to go somewhere or do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"involve:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have or include (someone or something) as a part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"involve": {
"def": "(verb) to have or include (someone or something) as a part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"involved:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very complicated",
"source": "MW"
},
"involved:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have or include (someone or something) as a part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"involved": {
"def": "(adjective) very complicated",
"source": "MW"
},
"item:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a power that allows a president, governor, etc., to officially reject specific parts of a proposed bill without rejecting the entire bill",
"source": "MW"
},
"item:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a high temperature",
"source": "MW"
},
"item": {
"def": "(noun) an individual thing : a separate part or thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"jacket:noun": {
"def": "(noun) sport coat",
"source": "MW"
},
"jacket": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of clothing that is worn on your upper body over another piece of clothing (such as a shirt) : a usually short and light coat",
"source": "MW"
},
"jam:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to fill (a place) completely",
"source": "MW"
},
"jam:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as coins or bills) used as a way to pay for goods and services and to pay people for their work",
"source": "MW"
},
"jam:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) filled completely",
"source": "MW"
},
"jam": {
"def": "(verb) to fill (a place) completely",
"source": "MW"
},
"january:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the first month of the year —abbr. Jan.",
"source": "MW"
},
"january": {
"def": "(noun) the first month of the year —abbr. Jan.",
"source": "MW"
},
"jazz:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of American music with lively rhythms and melodies that are often made up by musicians as they play —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"jazz:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) traditional",
"source": "MW"
},
"jazz": {
"def": "(noun) a type of American music with lively rhythms and melodies that are often made up by musicians as they play —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"jeans:noun": {
"def": "(noun) pants made of a strong blue cloth (called denim)",
"source": "MW"
},
"jeans": {
"def": "(noun) pants made of a strong cloth (called denim)",
"source": "MW"
},
"jewellery:noun": {
"def": "(noun) decorative objects (such as rings, necklaces, and earrings) that people wear on their body",
"source": "MW"
},
"jewellery": {
"def": "(noun) decorative objects (such as rings, necklaces, and earrings) that people wear on their body",
"source": "MW"
},
"job:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a strong effort to make someone believe something by saying things that are not true or sincere",
"source": "MW"
},
"job:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) received, learned, or done while working at a job",
"source": "MW"
},
"job": {
"def": "(noun) the work that a person does regularly in order to earn money",
"source": "MW"
},
"join:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit (something) repeatedly",
"source": "MW"
},
"join:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the body part at the end of your arm that includes your fingers and thumb",
"source": "MW"
},
"join": {
"def": "(verb) to put or bring (two or more things) together : to connect (two or more things)",
"source": "MW"
},
"joke:noun": {
"def": "(noun) April 1 celebrated as a day on which people play tricks on each other —called also All Fools' Day",
"source": "MW"
},
"joke:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be aware of (sound) through the ear",
"source": "MW"
},
"joke:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) used in or for standing",
"source": "MW"
},
"joke": {
"def": "(noun) something said or done to cause laughter",
"source": "MW"
},
"journal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a book in which you write down your personal experiences and thoughts : diary",
"source": "MW"
},
"journal": {
"def": "(noun) a book in which you write down your personal experiences and thoughts : diary",
"source": "MW"
},
"journalist:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the activity or job of collecting, writing, and editing news stories for newspapers, magazines, television, or radio",
"source": "MW"
},
"journalist": {
"def": "(noun) the activity or job of collecting, writing, and editing news stories for newspapers, magazines, television, or radio",
"source": "MW"
},
"judgement:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the day at the end of the world when according to some religions all people will be judged by God",
"source": "MW"
},
"judgement": {
"def": "(noun) an opinion or decision that is based on careful thought",
"source": "MW"
},
"juice:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a citrus fruit that is round and that has an orange skin —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"juice:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cook (something) slowly in hot liquid",
"source": "MW"
},
"juice": {
"def": "(noun) the liquid part that can be squeezed out of vegetables and fruits",
"source": "MW"
},
"july:noun": {
"def": "(noun) independence day",
"source": "MW"
},
"july": {
"def": "(noun) the seventh month of the year —abbr. Jul.",
"source": "MW"
},
"junction:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a container that is made of a hard material (such as wood, metal, or cardboard) and that usually has four straight sides",
"source": "MW"
},
"junction": {
"def": "(noun) a place where two things join",
"source": "MW"
},
"june:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the sixth month of the year —abbr. Jun.",
"source": "MW"
},
"june": {
"def": "(noun) the sixth month of the year —abbr. Jun.",
"source": "MW"
},
"junior:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) younger in age",
"source": "MW"
},
"junior:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a team whose members are less experienced and usually younger than members on a varsity team",
"source": "MW"
},
"junior": {
"def": "(adjective) younger in age",
"source": "MW"
},
"juxtaposition:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to place (different things) together in order to create an interesting effect or to show how they are the same or different",
"source": "MW"
},
"juxtaposition": {
"def": "(verb) to place (different things) together in order to create an interesting effect or to show how they are the same or different",
"source": "MW"
},
"keyboard:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a row or set of keys that are pushed to play a musical instrument (such as a piano)—sometimes used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"keyboard:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to enter (information) into a computer by using a keyboard",
"source": "MW"
},
"keyboard": {
"def": "(noun) a row or set of keys that are pushed to play a musical instrument (such as a piano)—sometimes used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"kid:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a young child who is alone at home after school because the child's parents are working —called also latchkey kid",
"source": "MW"
},
"kid:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to speak to (someone) in a way that is not serious : to say things that are not true to (someone) in a joking way —often + around",
"source": "MW"
},
"kid:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not old : recently born, built, or created",
"source": "MW"
},
"kid": {
"def": "(noun) a son or daughter : child",
"source": "MW"
},
"killing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling or state of nervousness or excitement caused by wondering what will happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"killing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause the death of (a person, animal, or plant) : to end the life of (someone or something) —often used figuratively —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"killing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done from a moving vehicle",
"source": "MW"
},
"killing": {
"def": "(noun) an act of killing someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"kilometre:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a unit of length equal to 1,000 meters—abbr. km",
"source": "MW"
},
"kilometre": {
"def": "(noun) a unit of length equal to 1,000 meters—abbr. km",
"source": "MW"
},
"kitchen:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a single thing, person, or group that is a part of something larger",
"source": "MW"
},
"kitchen": {
"def": "(noun) a room in which food is cooked —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"knock:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit something (such as a door) with the knuckles of your hand or with a hard object (such as a knocker) in order to get people's attention —usually + on —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"knock:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the light of the sun and sky during the day : the natural light of day",
"source": "MW"
},
"knock:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) no longer alive or living : no longer having life",
"source": "MW"
},
"knock": {
"def": "(verb) to hit something (such as a door) with the knuckles of your hand or with a hard object (such as a knocker) in order to get people's attention —usually + on —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"knowledge:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the best person or thing : the best group of people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"knowledge:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) protected from danger or harm",
"source": "MW"
},
"knowledge": {
"def": "(noun) information, understanding, or skill that you get from experience or education",
"source": "MW"
},
"lab:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small animal that has a pointed nose and a long, thin tail",
"source": "MW"
},
"lab:abbreviation": {
"def": "(abbreviation) Labour (Party)",
"source": "MW"
},
"lab": {
"def": "(noun) laboratory —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"label:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of paper, cloth, or similar material that is attached to something to identify or describe it",
"source": "MW"
},
"label:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put a word or name on something to describe or identify it : to attach a label to (something) —often used as (be) labeled",
"source": "MW"
},
"label:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) store-brand",
"source": "MW"
},
"label": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of paper, cloth, or similar material that is attached to something to identify or describe it",
"source": "MW"
},
"laboratory:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small animal that has a pointed nose and a long, thin tail",
"source": "MW"
},
"laboratory": {
"def": "(noun) a room or building with special equipment for doing scientific experiments and tests —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"labour:noun": {
"def": "(noun) work that is done by slaves or by people who are treated like slaves",
"source": "MW"
},
"labour:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do work",
"source": "MW"
},
"labour:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) designed to make a job or task easier to do",
"source": "MW"
},
"labour": {
"def": "(noun) physical or mental effort : work",
"source": "MW"
},
"lack:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make an effort to do something : to attempt to accomplish or complete something —often followed by to + verb —often followed by and + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"lack:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that a person or group does —often used with take",
"source": "MW"
},
"lack:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) not anything : not a thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"lack:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) of the thing that has been mentioned",
"source": "MW"
},
"lack": {
"def": "(verb) to not have (something) : to not have enough of (something) (chiefly US)—+ for",
"source": "MW"
},
"laconic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) using few words in speech or writing",
"source": "MW"
},
"laconic": {
"def": "(adjective) using few words in speech or writing",
"source": "MW"
},
"lad:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a boy or young man",
"source": "MW"
},
"lad": {
"def": "(noun) a boy or young man",
"source": "MW"
},
"lady:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone's wife or girlfriend",
"source": "MW"
},
"lady": {
"def": "(noun) a woman who behaves in a polite way",
"source": "MW"
},
"lament:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to express sorrow, regret, or unhappiness about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"lament:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an expression of sorrow; especially : a song or poem that expresses sorrow for someone who has died or something that is gone",
"source": "MW"
},
"lament": {
"def": "(verb) to express sorrow, regret, or unhappiness about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"landscape:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who designs and creates large gardens",
"source": "MW"
},
"landscape:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make changes to improve the appearance of (an area of land)",
"source": "MW"
},
"landscape": {
"def": "(noun) a picture that shows a natural scene of land or the countryside",
"source": "MW"
},
"language:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a fence or natural obstacle) that prevents or blocks movement from one place to another",
"source": "MW"
},
"language": {
"def": "(noun) the system of words or signs that people use to express thoughts and feelings to each other —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"languor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a state of feeling tired and relaxed",
"source": "MW"
},
"languor": {
"def": "(noun) a state of feeling tired and relaxed",
"source": "MW"
},
"lanky:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) tall and thin with usually an awkward quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"lanky": {
"def": "(adjective) tall and thin with usually an awkward quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"laptop:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small computer that is designed to be easily carried —called also laptop computer",
"source": "MW"
},
"laptop": {
"def": "(noun) a small computer that is designed to be easily carried —called also laptop computer",
"source": "MW"
},
"latent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe something (such as a disease) that exists but is not active or cannot be seen",
"source": "MW"
},
"latent": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe something (such as a disease) that exists but is not active or cannot be seen",
"source": "MW"
},
"later:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) existing or happening near the end of a period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"later:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at a time that is not long from now",
"source": "MW"
},
"later:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to notice or become aware of (someone or something) by using your eyes",
"source": "MW"
},
"later:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to grow, change, etc., that separates plants and animals from things like water or rocks",
"source": "MW"
},
"later": {
"def": "(adjective) happening near the end of a process, activity, series, life, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"latest:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) existing or happening near the end of a period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"latest:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the last possible or acceptable time—usually used in the phrase at the latest",
"source": "MW"
},
"latest:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at or near the end of a period of time or a process, activity, series, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"latest": {
"def": "(adjective) most recent",
"source": "MW"
},
"laughter:noun": {
"def": "(noun) wrinkles that appear next to the eyes and that are most noticeable when a person is smiling or laughing —called also (British) laughter lines",
"source": "MW"
},
"laughter:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a long, loud cry that sounds sad",
"source": "MW"
},
"laughter": {
"def": "(noun) the action or sound of laughing",
"source": "MW"
},
"launch:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to send or shoot (something, such as a rocket) into the air or water or into outer space",
"source": "MW"
},
"launch:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a boat that carries passengers to the shore from a larger boat that is in a harbor",
"source": "MW"
},
"launch": {
"def": "(verb) to send or shoot (something, such as a rocket) into the air or water or into outer space",
"source": "MW"
},
"lava:noun": {
"def": "(noun) melted rock from a volcano",
"source": "MW"
},
"lava": {
"def": "(noun) melted rock from a volcano",
"source": "MW"
},
"law:noun": {
"def": "(noun) laws that deal with the rights of people rather than with crimes",
"source": "MW"
},
"law:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe a relationship between a man and a woman that is considered to be a marriage because the man and woman have lived together for a long period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"law": {
"def": "(noun) the whole system or set of rules made by the government of a town, state, country, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"lawyer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person whose job is to guide and assist people in matters relating to the law",
"source": "MW"
},
"lawyer": {
"def": "(noun) a person whose job is to guide and assist people in matters relating to the law",
"source": "MW"
},
"lay:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say or write something that is not true in order to deceive someone : to tell a lie",
"source": "MW"
},
"lay:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a gun or other weapon that is used especially in a war—usually plural —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"lay:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not trained in a certain profession : not having a lot of knowledge about a certain thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"lay": {
"def": "(verb) to place (someone or something) down gently in a flat position —often + down",
"source": "MW"
},
"layer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a layer of ozone in the upper atmosphere that prevents dangerous radiation from the Sun from reaching the surface of the Earth",
"source": "MW"
},
"layer:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to form or arrange parts or pieces of something on top of each other : to form or arrange (something) in layers —often used as (be) layered",
"source": "MW"
},
"layer": {
"def": "(noun) an amount of something that is spread over an area",
"source": "MW"
},
"lazy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not liking to work hard or to be active",
"source": "MW"
},
"lazy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a round tray that can be turned and that is used for serving food at a table",
"source": "MW"
},
"lazy": {
"def": "(adjective) not liking to work hard or to be active",
"source": "MW"
},
"leadership:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a position as a leader of a group, organization, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"leadership": {
"def": "(noun) a position as a leader of a group, organization, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"leading:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) unable to see",
"source": "MW"
},
"leading:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to guide someone to a place especially by going in front —often + to —often used as (be) led —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"leading:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a category of products that are all made by a particular company and all have a particular name —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"leading": {
"def": "(adjective) having great importance, influence, or success",
"source": "MW"
},
"leaflet:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a printed and often folded sheet of paper that is usually given to people for no cost",
"source": "MW"
},
"leaflet:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give leaflets to many people in (a place)",
"source": "MW"
},
"leaflet": {
"def": "(noun) a printed and often folded sheet of paper that is usually given to people for no cost",
"source": "MW"
},
"league:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a professional baseball league that is not one of the major leagues—usually plural; also : a league of lesser importance in another sport (such as hockey or football)",
"source": "MW"
},
"league:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of very low quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"league": {
"def": "(noun) a group of sports teams that play against each other —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"learning:noun": {
"def": "(noun) education or learning at a college or university",
"source": "MW"
},
"learning:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to gain knowledge or skill by studying, practicing, being taught, or experiencing something —often + about —often + from —often + about —often to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"learning:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a physical or mental disability : unable to perform one or more natural activities (such as walking or seeing) because of illness, injury, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"learning": {
"def": "(noun) the activity or process of gaining knowledge or skill by studying, practicing, being taught, or experiencing something : the activity of someone who learns",
"source": "MW"
},
"leather:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small animal that looks like a goat and that lives on mountains in Europe and western Asia",
"source": "MW"
},
"leather": {
"def": "(noun) animal skin that is chemically treated to preserve it and that is used in making clothes, shoes, furniture, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"lecture:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a usually long, narrow passage inside a building with doors that lead to rooms on the sides",
"source": "MW"
},
"lecture:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give a talk or a series of talks to a group of people to teach them about a particular subject",
"source": "MW"
},
"lecture": {
"def": "(noun) a talk or speech given to a group of people to teach them about a particular subject",
"source": "MW"
},
"left:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) using the left hand more easily than the right hand",
"source": "MW"
},
"left:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) toward the left",
"source": "MW"
},
"left:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of a political group that consists of people who support liberal or socialist ideas and policies : the part of a political group that belongs to or supports the Left",
"source": "MW"
},
"left:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go away from (a place) —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"left": {
"def": "(adjective) located on the same side of your body as your heart",
"source": "MW"
},
"legal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the law",
"source": "MW"
},
"legal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a medicine or treatment that relieves pain or cures a usually minor illness",
"source": "MW"
},
"legal": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the law",
"source": "MW"
},
"leisure:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an informal suit that includes a jacket and matching pants",
"source": "MW"
},
"leisure": {
"def": "(noun) time when you are not working : time when you can do whatever you want to do",
"source": "MW"
},
"lemon:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a law that gives a person who buys a car that has a defect the right to return the car or to have the seller pay to have it fixed",
"source": "MW"
},
"lemon": {
"def": "(noun) a yellow citrus fruit that has a sour taste —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"lend:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give (something) to (someone) to be used for a period of time and then returned",
"source": "MW"
},
"lend:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the body part at the end of your arm that includes your fingers and thumb",
"source": "MW"
},
"lend": {
"def": "(verb) to give (something) to (someone) to be used for a period of time and then returned",
"source": "MW"
},
"lesson:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an example from real life that teaches a lesson or explains something",
"source": "MW"
},
"lesson:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause or help (someone) to learn about a subject by giving lessons",
"source": "MW"
},
"lesson": {
"def": "(noun) an activity that you do in order to learn something; also : something that is taught",
"source": "MW"
},
"lethargy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a lack of energy or a lack of interest in doing things : a lethargic feeling or state —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"lethargy": {
"def": "(noun) a lack of energy or a lack of interest in doing things : a lethargic feeling or state —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"letter:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a letter that cannot be delivered or returned by the post office because of an incorrect address or other problem",
"source": "MW"
},
"letter:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to write or print letters on (something) : to mark (something) with letters—usually used as (be) lettered —often used in combination",
"source": "MW"
},
"letter:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) correct in every detail",
"source": "MW"
},
"letter": {
"def": "(noun) any one of the marks that are symbols for speech sounds in written language and that form an alphabet",
"source": "MW"
},
"library:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large vehicle that contains many library books and that goes to different places so that people can borrow the books —called also (British) mobile library",
"source": "MW"
},
"library": {
"def": "(noun) a place where books, magazines, and other materials (such as videos and musical recordings) are available for people to use or borrow",
"source": "MW"
},
"licence:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a document that allows a person to learn how to drive a car —called also (British) provisional licence",
"source": "MW"
},
"licence:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give official permission to (someone or something) to do or use something : to give a license to (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"licence": {
"def": "(noun) an official document, card, etc., that gives you permission to do, use, or have something —often used to refer specifically to a driver's license",
"source": "MW"
},
"license:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a license plate that has letters or numbers chosen by the owner of the vehicle",
"source": "MW"
},
"license:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (words, images, etc.) to appear on paper or cloth by using a machine (called a printer)",
"source": "MW"
},
"license": {
"def": "(noun) an official document, card, etc., that gives you permission to do, use, or have something —often used to refer specifically to a driver's license",
"source": "MW"
},
"lifestyle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a particular way of living : the way a person lives or a group of people live",
"source": "MW"
},
"lifestyle": {
"def": "(noun) a particular way of living : the way a person lives or a group of people live",
"source": "MW"
},
"lightning:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a glass or plastic container that has a narrow neck and usually has no handle",
"source": "MW"
},
"lightning:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) moving or done very quickly",
"source": "MW"
},
"lightning:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take and hold (someone) as a prisoner especially by using force",
"source": "MW"
},
"lightning": {
"def": "(noun) the flashes of light that are produced in the sky during a storm",
"source": "MW"
},
"like:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do something : to take action",
"source": "MW"
},
"like:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person or thing that is similar to another person or thing; also : a group of similar people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"like:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) similar to (something or someone) —used with what in phrases that ask about or refer to the qualities of a person or thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"like:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having similar opinions and interests",
"source": "MW"
},
"like:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) the way it would be if",
"source": "MW"
},
"like:adjective combining form": {
"def": "(adjective combining form) similar to or resembling",
"source": "MW"
},
"like": {
"def": "(verb) to enjoy (something) : to get pleasure from (something) —often + -ing verb —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"limit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the space over the Earth where the sun, moon, stars, and clouds appear",
"source": "MW"
},
"limit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stop or prevent an increase in (something) : to keep (something) from becoming greater",
"source": "MW"
},
"limit": {
"def": "(noun) a point beyond which it is not possible to go",
"source": "MW"
},
"limited:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not high or great in number, amount, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"limited:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stop or prevent an increase in (something) : to keep (something) from becoming greater",
"source": "MW"
},
"limited:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a special book, picture, medal, etc., for which only a small number of copies are produced and sold",
"source": "MW"
},
"limited": {
"def": "(adjective) not high or great in number, amount, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"limpid:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) perfectly clear : transparent",
"source": "MW"
},
"limpid": {
"def": "(adjective) perfectly clear : transparent",
"source": "MW"
},
"line-up:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a list of the players who are playing in a game (such as baseball)",
"source": "MW"
},
"line-up:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do the first part of something : to begin doing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"line-up": {
"def": "(noun) a list of the players who are playing in a game (such as baseball)",
"source": "MW"
},
"liquid:noun": {
"def": "(noun) drinks and small amounts of food",
"source": "MW"
},
"liquid:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) capable of flowing freely like water : not a solid or a gas",
"source": "MW"
},
"liquid": {
"def": "(noun) a substance that is able to flow freely : fluid",
"source": "MW"
},
"list:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long list of related things",
"source": "MW"
},
"list:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to lean to one side",
"source": "MW"
},
"list": {
"def": "(noun) a series of names, words, numbers, etc., that are usually written down with each new one appearing below the previous one",
"source": "MW"
},
"listen:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to pay attention to someone or something in order to hear what is being said, sung, played, etc. —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"listen:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a statement or fact that explains why something is the way it is, why someone does, thinks, or says something, or why someone behaves a certain way",
"source": "MW"
},
"listen": {
"def": "(verb) to pay attention to someone or something in order to hear what is being said, sung, played, etc. —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"listener:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to pay attention to someone or something in order to hear what is being said, sung, played, etc. —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"listener": {
"def": "(verb) to pay attention to someone or something in order to hear what is being said, sung, played, etc. —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"literature:noun": {
"def": "(noun) written works (such as poems, plays, and novels) that are considered to be very good and to have lasting importance",
"source": "MW"
},
"literature": {
"def": "(noun) written works (such as poems, plays, and novels) that are considered to be very good and to have lasting importance",
"source": "MW"
},
"litre:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a metric unit for measuring the volume of a liquid or gas that is equal to 1.057 quarts",
"source": "MW"
},
"litre": {
"def": "(noun) a metric unit for measuring the volume of a liquid or gas that is equal to 1.057 quarts",
"source": "MW"
},
"lively:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very active and energetic",
"source": "MW"
},
"lively:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move in a specified direction by lifting your foot and putting it down in a different place : to move somewhere by walking",
"source": "MW"
},
"lively": {
"def": "(adjective) very active and energetic",
"source": "MW"
},
"living:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not dead : having life",
"source": "MW"
},
"living:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the amount of wealth, comfort, and possessions that a person or group has",
"source": "MW"
},
"living:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be alive",
"source": "MW"
},
"living": {
"def": "(adjective) not dead : having life",
"source": "MW"
},
"load:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of a person that thinks, reasons, feels, and remembers",
"source": "MW"
},
"load:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move (something or someone) to a higher position : raise",
"source": "MW"
},
"load": {
"def": "(noun) something that is lifted and carried",
"source": "MW"
},
"loan:noun": {
"def": "(noun) fairness or justice in the way people are treated",
"source": "MW"
},
"loan:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give (something) to (someone) for a period of time : lend —sometimes + out",
"source": "MW"
},
"loan:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) low or poor in quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"loan": {
"def": "(noun) an amount of money that is given to someone for a period of time with a promise that it will be paid back : an amount of money that is borrowed",
"source": "MW"
},
"located:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to find the place or position of (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"located": {
"def": "(verb) to find the place or position of (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"location:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"location": {
"def": "(noun) a place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"logical:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) agreeing with the rules of logic : sensible or reasonable",
"source": "MW"
},
"logical": {
"def": "(adjective) agreeing with the rules of logic : sensible or reasonable",
"source": "MW"
},
"lonely:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) intended for lonely people who want to meet someone they can have a romantic or friendly relationship with",
"source": "MW"
},
"lonely:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long and narrow cut in the ground",
"source": "MW"
},
"lonely": {
"def": "(adjective) sad from being apart from other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"long-term:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) lasting for, relating to, or involving a long period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"long-term": {
"def": "(adjective) lasting for, relating to, or involving a long period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"long-time:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) extending a great distance from one end to the other end : not short",
"source": "MW"
},
"long-time:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the thing that is measured as seconds, minutes, hours, days, years, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"long-time:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to notice or become aware of (someone or something) by using your eyes",
"source": "MW"
},
"long-time": {
"def": "(adjective) having been something specified for many years",
"source": "MW"
},
"lorry:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a force, campaign, or movement) that is extremely large and powerful and cannot be stopped",
"source": "MW"
},
"lorry": {
"def": "(noun) a vehicle that carries things: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"loss:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sound or combination of sounds that has a meaning and is spoken or written",
"source": "MW"
},
"loss:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) no longer alive or living : no longer having life",
"source": "MW"
},
"loss": {
"def": "(noun) failure to keep or to continue to have something —usually + of —usually + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"lost:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) lost a long time ago : not seen or found for many years",
"source": "MW"
},
"lost:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be unable to find (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"lost:noun": {
"def": "(noun) strong belief or trust in someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"lost": {
"def": "(adjective) unable to be found",
"source": "MW"
},
"lounge:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to sit or lie in a relaxed way : to spend time resting or relaxing —often + around or (Brit) about",
"source": "MW"
},
"lounge:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a room in a house that has a lot of windows and glass to let sunlight in —called also (British) sun lounge",
"source": "MW"
},
"lounge": {
"def": "(verb) to sit or lie in a relaxed way : to spend time resting or relaxing —often + around or (Brit) about",
"source": "MW"
},
"lovely:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) attractive or beautiful especially in a graceful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"lovely:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the thing that is measured as seconds, minutes, hours, days, years, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"lovely": {
"def": "(adjective) attractive or beautiful especially in a graceful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"lower:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not fancy, wealthy, or expensive",
"source": "MW"
},
"lower:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become dark and threatening",
"source": "MW"
},
"lower:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at or to a low place or level",
"source": "MW"
},
"lower:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a building or room where alcoholic drinks and sometimes food are served",
"source": "MW"
},
"lower": {
"def": "(adjective) located below another or others of the same kind",
"source": "MW"
},
"lucid:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very clear and easy to understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"lucid": {
"def": "(adjective) very clear and easy to understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"lucky:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not worried about anything",
"source": "MW"
},
"lucky:noun": {
"def": "(noun) any one of the objects in space that are made of burning gas and that look like points of light in the night sky",
"source": "MW"
},
"lucky:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to obtain (something): such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"lucky": {
"def": "(adjective) having good luck : fortunate",
"source": "MW"
},
"lugubrious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) full of sadness or sorrow : very sad especially in an exaggerated or insincere way",
"source": "MW"
},
"lugubrious": {
"def": "(adjective) full of sadness or sorrow : very sad especially in an exaggerated or insincere way",
"source": "MW"
},
"lunch:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a lunch that is made at home, packed inside a bag or box, and eaten at a job, at school, etc. —called also box lunch",
"source": "MW"
},
"lunch:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take food into your mouth and swallow it",
"source": "MW"
},
"lunch": {
"def": "(noun) a light meal eaten in the middle of the day",
"source": "MW"
},
"lung:noun": {
"def": "(noun) either one of the two organs that people and animals use to breathe air",
"source": "MW"
},
"lung": {
"def": "(noun) either one of the two organs that people and animals use to breathe air",
"source": "MW"
},
"luxury:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act of going completely around a track or over a course when you are running, swimming, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"luxury": {
"def": "(noun) a condition or situation of great comfort, ease, and wealth —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"machine:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a machine that answers the telephone and records messages left by the people who call",
"source": "MW"
},
"machine:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to shape (something) by using a machine",
"source": "MW"
},
"machine:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) in a form that can be used and understood by a computer",
"source": "MW"
},
"machine": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of equipment with moving parts that does work when it is given power from electricity, gasoline, etc. —often used to refer informally to a specific type of machine",
"source": "MW"
},
"mad:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing an ability to think clearly and to understand what is not obvious or simple about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"mad:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is said to publicly thank and give special attention to someone for doing something : credit or recognition —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"mad:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) very or extremely—used in the phrase hopping mad",
"source": "MW"
},
"mad:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use weapons or physical force to try to hurt someone, to defeat an enemy, etc. : to struggle in battle or physical combat —often + against",
"source": "MW"
},
"mad": {
"def": "(adjective) very angry",
"source": "MW"
},
"magazine:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of thin book with a paper cover that contains stories, essays, pictures, etc., and that is usually published every week or month",
"source": "MW"
},
"magazine": {
"def": "(noun) a type of thin book with a paper cover that contains stories, essays, pictures, etc., and that is usually published every week or month",
"source": "MW"
},
"magistrate:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a local official who has some of the powers of a judge",
"source": "MW"
},
"magistrate": {
"def": "(noun) a local official who has some of the powers of a judge",
"source": "MW"
},
"mail:noun": {
"def": "(noun) papers containing advertisements that are mailed directly to people's homes",
"source": "MW"
},
"mail:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to send (something, such as a letter or package) by mail",
"source": "MW"
},
"mail": {
"def": "(noun) the system used for sending letters and packages from one person to another —called also (chiefly British) post",
"source": "MW"
},
"major:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very important",
"source": "MW"
},
"major:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a hard flat surface for vehicles, people, and animals to travel on —often used in names",
"source": "MW"
},
"major": {
"def": "(adjective) very important",
"source": "MW"
},
"majority:noun": {
"def": "(noun) cruel and unfair treatment by people with power over others —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"majority:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a job",
"source": "MW"
},
"majority": {
"def": "(noun) a number that is greater than half of a total",
"source": "MW"
},
"make-up:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the thing that is measured as seconds, minutes, hours, days, years, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"make-up:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to touch (someone) with your lips as a greeting or as a way of showing love or sexual attraction",
"source": "MW"
},
"make-up:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) unable to be found",
"source": "MW"
},
"make-up": {
"def": "(noun) the way in which something is put together or arranged—often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"male:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having the most power in a group of animals or people",
"source": "MW"
},
"male:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an animal that has a fat body with short legs, a small tail, and a wide nose and that is raised on a farm or lives in the wild",
"source": "MW"
},
"male": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the sex that cannot produce young or lay eggs",
"source": "MW"
},
"malfeasance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) illegal or dishonest activity especially by a public official or a corporation",
"source": "MW"
},
"malfeasance": {
"def": "(noun) illegal or dishonest activity especially by a public official or a corporation",
"source": "MW"
},
"malicious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing a desire to cause harm to another person : having or showing malice",
"source": "MW"
},
"malicious": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing a desire to cause harm to another person : having or showing malice",
"source": "MW"
},
"mall:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long building that is divided into separate shops which usually have outside entrances and which share a parking lot",
"source": "MW"
},
"mall": {
"def": "(noun) a large building or group of buildings containing stores of many different kinds and sizes",
"source": "MW"
},
"management:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a state of mental tension and worry caused by problems in your life, work, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"management:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"management": {
"def": "(noun) the act or skill of controlling and making decisions about a business, department, sports team, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"manager:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the group of people in a company who are in charge of employees but are not involved in important decisions concerning the company",
"source": "MW"
},
"manager": {
"def": "(noun) someone who is in charge of a business, department, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"map:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a map that shows what the current weather in an area is and what the weather in that area will be in the coming hours or days",
"source": "MW"
},
"map:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to clean or dry (something) by using a towel, your hand, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"map": {
"def": "(noun) a picture or chart that shows the rivers, mountains, streets, etc., in a particular area",
"source": "MW"
},
"marketing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a clever trick or plan that is used to get someone to do something or to gain an advantage over someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"marketing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do things that cause people to know about and want to buy (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"marketing": {
"def": "(noun) the activities that are involved in making people aware of a company's products, making sure that the products are available to be bought, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"marriage:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of furniture that people sleep on",
"source": "MW"
},
"marriage": {
"def": "(noun) the relationship that exists between two people who are united as spouses : the state of being married",
"source": "MW"
},
"married:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) united in marriage",
"source": "MW"
},
"married:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as coins or bills) used as a way to pay for goods and services and to pay people for their work",
"source": "MW"
},
"married:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become the husband or wife of (someone) : to become joined with (someone) in marriage",
"source": "MW"
},
"married": {
"def": "(adjective) united in marriage",
"source": "MW"
},
"marry:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become the husband or wife of (someone) : to become joined with (someone) in marriage",
"source": "MW"
},
"marry:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a successful way",
"source": "MW"
},
"marry": {
"def": "(verb) to become the husband or wife of (someone) : to become joined with (someone) in marriage",
"source": "MW"
},
"mass:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an amount of material (such as plutonium) that is large enough to allow a nuclear reaction to occur",
"source": "MW"
},
"mass:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to produce very large amounts of (something) usually by using machinery",
"source": "MW"
},
"mass:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) involving, affecting, or designed for many people",
"source": "MW"
},
"mass": {
"def": "(noun) a usually large amount of a substance that has no particular shape —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"match:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a strong feeling of anger toward someone that lasts for a long time",
"source": "MW"
},
"match:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be suited to (someone or something) : to go well with (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"match": {
"def": "(noun) someone or something that is equal to or as good as another person or thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"matching:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be suited to (someone or something) : to go well with (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"matching": {
"def": "(verb) to be suited to (someone or something) : to go well with (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"material:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the basic material that can be used to make or create something",
"source": "MW"
},
"material:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or made of matter : physical",
"source": "MW"
},
"material": {
"def": "(noun) a substance from which something is made or can be made",
"source": "MW"
},
"mathematics:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the science of numbers, quantities, and shapes and the relations between them —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"mathematics": {
"def": "(noun) the science of numbers, quantities, and shapes and the relations between them —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"maths:noun": {
"def": "(noun) mathematics",
"source": "MW"
},
"maths": {
"def": "(noun) mathematics",
"source": "MW"
},
"maudlin:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) showing or expressing too much emotion especially in a foolish or annoying way",
"source": "MW"
},
"maudlin": {
"def": "(adjective) showing or expressing too much emotion especially in a foolish or annoying way",
"source": "MW"
},
"maximum:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the highest number or amount that is possible or allowed—usually singular —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"maximum:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) greatest possible in amount or degree",
"source": "MW"
},
"maximum:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at the most",
"source": "MW"
},
"maximum": {
"def": "(noun) the highest number or amount that is possible or allowed—usually singular —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"may:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to relate to (something or someone) : to be about (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"may:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small piece that has been broken off from something larger",
"source": "MW"
},
"may:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not afraid of danger or difficult situations",
"source": "MW"
},
"may": {
"def": "(verb) —used to indicate that something is possible or probable",
"source": "MW"
},
"mayor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the title of the mayor of the City of London and of some other large cities in Britain and Ireland",
"source": "MW"
},
"mayor:verb": {
"def": "(verb) —used to indicate that something is possible or probable",
"source": "MW"
},
"mayor": {
"def": "(noun) an official who is elected to be the head of the government of a city or town",
"source": "MW"
},
"mean:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have (information of some kind) in your mind —often + how, why, where, etc. —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"mean:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing a cruel desire to cause harm or pain",
"source": "MW"
},
"mean:noun": {
"def": "(noun) anything at all—usually used in negative statements",
"source": "MW"
},
"mean": {
"def": "(verb) to have (a particular meaning)",
"source": "MW"
},
"meaning:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the idea that is represented by a word, phrase, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"meaning:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have (information of some kind) in your mind —often + how, why, where, etc. —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"meaning:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing a desire to do something good but often producing bad results",
"source": "MW"
},
"meaning": {
"def": "(noun) the idea that is represented by a word, phrase, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"means:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the way that something is done or happens —often used after in",
"source": "MW"
},
"means:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be alive",
"source": "MW"
},
"means:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) on or to the farther part or side of (something) : at a greater distance than (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"means:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not dependent: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"means": {
"def": "(noun) a way of doing something or of achieving a desired result",
"source": "MW"
},
"measurement:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a unit for measuring weight that equals 2,000 pounds (907 kilograms)",
"source": "MW"
},
"measurement": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of measuring something",
"source": "MW"
},
"media:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a traveling show that is often performed in a tent and that typically includes trained animals, clowns, acrobats, etc. —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"media": {
"def": "(noun) the radio stations, television stations, and newspapers through which information is communicated to the public : mass media —sometimes used with a singular verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"medical:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the treatment of diseases and injuries : of or relating to medicine",
"source": "MW"
},
"medical:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a belief, judgment, or way of thinking about something : what someone thinks about a particular thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"medical": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the treatment of diseases and injuries : of or relating to medicine",
"source": "MW"
},
"medium:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the rate at which someone or something moves or travels",
"source": "MW"
},
"medium:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling pleasure and enjoyment because of your life, situation, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"medium": {
"def": "(noun) something that is sold in a medium size : something that is the middle size when compared with things that are larger and smaller",
"source": "MW"
},
"meeting:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a town government's main building—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"meeting:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to see and speak to (someone) for the first time : to be introduced to or become acquainted with (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"meeting": {
"def": "(noun) a gathering of people for a particular purpose (such as to talk about business)",
"source": "MW"
},
"melancholy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sad mood or feeling",
"source": "MW"
},
"melancholy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing sadness : very unhappy",
"source": "MW"
},
"melancholy": {
"def": "(noun) a sad mood or feeling",
"source": "MW"
},
"melt:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to change or to cause (something) to change from a solid to a liquid usually because of heat",
"source": "MW"
},
"melt:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the opening through which food passes into the body : the part of the face that includes the lips and the opening behind them",
"source": "MW"
},
"melt": {
"def": "(verb) to change or to cause (something) to change from a solid to a liquid usually because of heat",
"source": "MW"
},
"member:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people who work for an organization or business",
"source": "MW"
},
"member": {
"def": "(noun) someone or something that belongs to or is a part of a group or an organization",
"source": "MW"
},
"memorize:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to learn (something) so well that you are able to remember it perfectly",
"source": "MW"
},
"memorize": {
"def": "(verb) to learn (something) so well that you are able to remember it perfectly",
"source": "MW"
},
"mendacious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not honest : likely to tell lies",
"source": "MW"
},
"mendacious": {
"def": "(adjective) not honest : likely to tell lies",
"source": "MW"
},
"mental:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the mind",
"source": "MW"
},
"mental:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a short piece of writing that is used to help someone remember something",
"source": "MW"
},
"mental": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the mind",
"source": "MW"
},
"mention:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to talk about, write about, or refer to (something or someone) especially in a brief way",
"source": "MW"
},
"mention:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an award or special praise given to someone who has done something extremely well but who has not won any of the official prizes",
"source": "MW"
},
"mention:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) existing in large numbers",
"source": "MW"
},
"mention": {
"def": "(verb) to talk about, write about, or refer to (something or someone) especially in a brief way",
"source": "MW"
},
"menu:noun": {
"def": "(noun) activities or efforts that make it easier to do a job, deal with a problem, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"menu:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a particular position or location",
"source": "MW"
},
"menu": {
"def": "(noun) a list of the foods that may be ordered at a restaurant",
"source": "MW"
},
"mercurial:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) changing moods quickly and often—used to describe someone who often changes from being happy to being angry or upset in a quick and unexpected way",
"source": "MW"
},
"mercurial": {
"def": "(adjective) changing moods quickly and often—used to describe someone who often changes from being happy to being angry or upset in a quick and unexpected way",
"source": "MW"
},
"mess:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a thick soup of vegetables and often meat",
"source": "MW"
},
"mess": {
"def": "(noun) a very dirty or untidy state or condition—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"metal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a flat piece of metal, rubber, etc., that you push with your foot to make a machine move, work, or stop",
"source": "MW"
},
"metal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) rare and worth a lot of money",
"source": "MW"
},
"metal": {
"def": "(noun) a substance (such as gold, tin, or copper) that usually has a shiny appearance, is a good conductor of electricity and heat, can be melted, and is usually capable of being shaped —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"meticulous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very careful about doing something in an extremely accurate and exact way",
"source": "MW"
},
"meticulous": {
"def": "(adjective) very careful about doing something in an extremely accurate and exact way",
"source": "MW"
},
"metre:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a way of arranging the sounds or beats in poetry : a particular rhythmic pattern in poetry",
"source": "MW"
},
"metre": {
"def": "(noun) the basic metric unit of length equal to about 39.37 inches",
"source": "MW"
},
"mild:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing a quiet and gentle nature : not wanting to fight or argue with other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"mild": {
"def": "(adjective) gentle in nature or behavior",
"source": "MW"
},
"military:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to soldiers or the armed forces (such as the army, navy, marines, and air force)",
"source": "MW"
},
"military:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an organization, company, or system that provides something to the public",
"source": "MW"
},
"military": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to soldiers or the armed forces (such as the army, navy, marines, and air force)",
"source": "MW"
},
"mine:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) that which belongs to me : my one : my ones",
"source": "MW"
},
"mine:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an attempt to give an opinion or answer about something when you do not know much about it or are not sure about it",
"source": "MW"
},
"mine:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to dig a mine in order to find and take away coal, gold, diamonds, etc.—usually + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"mine": {
"def": "(pronoun) that which belongs to me : my one : my ones",
"source": "MW"
},
"mineral:noun": {
"def": "(noun) water that contains mineral salts and gases (such as carbon dioxide)",
"source": "MW"
},
"mineral": {
"def": "(noun) a substance (such as quartz, coal, petroleum, salt, etc.) that is naturally formed under the ground",
"source": "MW"
},
"minimum:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an amount of money that is the least amount of money per hour that workers must be paid according to the law",
"source": "MW"
},
"minimum:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) least or lowest possible in amount or degree",
"source": "MW"
},
"minimum:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at the least",
"source": "MW"
},
"minimum": {
"def": "(noun) the lowest number or amount that is possible or allowed—usually singular —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"minister:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the head of the government in some countries —abbr. PM",
"source": "MW"
},
"minister": {
"def": "(noun) a person whose job involves leading church services, performing religious ceremonies (such as marriages), and providing spiritual or religious guidance to other people : a member of the clergy in some Protestant churches",
"source": "MW"
},
"minor:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not very important or valuable",
"source": "MW"
},
"minor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the group of stars in the northern sky that includes the stars that form the Little Dipper",
"source": "MW"
},
"minor": {
"def": "(adjective) not very important or valuable",
"source": "MW"
},
"minority:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the leader of the political party that has fewer members than the leading party in the U.S. Senate or House of Representatives",
"source": "MW"
},
"minority": {
"def": "(noun) a number or amount that is less than half of a total",
"source": "MW"
},
"mirror:noun": {
"def": "(noun) side-view mirror",
"source": "MW"
},
"mirror:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be very similar to (something) : to show (something) in a very clear and accurate way",
"source": "MW"
},
"mirror": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of glass that reflects images",
"source": "MW"
},
"misanthrope:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who does not like other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"misanthrope": {
"def": "(noun) a person who does not like other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"missing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) unable to be found : not in a usual or expected place —often + from —sometimes used in the phrase go missing",
"source": "MW"
},
"missing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move around a central point —often + around",
"source": "MW"
},
"missing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of beating",
"source": "MW"
},
"missing": {
"def": "(adjective) unable to be found : not in a usual or expected place —often + from —sometimes used in the phrase go missing",
"source": "MW"
},
"mistake:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is not correct : a wrong action, statement, or judgment : error —often used with make",
"source": "MW"
},
"mistake:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to understand (something or someone) incorrectly",
"source": "MW"
},
"mistake": {
"def": "(noun) something that is not correct : a wrong action, statement, or judgment : error —often used with make",
"source": "MW"
},
"mixed:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) confused and usually emotionally troubled : not capable of making good decisions about life",
"source": "MW"
},
"mixed:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to combine (two or more things) to make one thing that is the same throughout : to combine (two or more substances) to make a different substance",
"source": "MW"
},
"mixed:noun": {
"def": "(noun) approval that allows or helps you to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"mixed": {
"def": "(adjective) made of different kinds of things mixed together or combined",
"source": "MW"
},
"mixture:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a usually sweet liquid that contains medicine used to stop coughing —called also cough medicine, cough mixture",
"source": "MW"
},
"mixture": {
"def": "(noun) something made by combining two or more ingredients —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"model:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a series of musical notes that go up or down in pitch",
"source": "MW"
},
"model:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) deserving to be copied by others : very good or excellent",
"source": "MW"
},
"model:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to design (something) so that it is similar to something else—+ on or (chiefly US) after",
"source": "MW"
},
"model": {
"def": "(noun) a usually small copy of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"modify:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to change some parts of (something) while not changing other parts",
"source": "MW"
},
"modify": {
"def": "(verb) to change some parts of (something) while not changing other parts",
"source": "MW"
},
"monday:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who unfairly criticizes or questions the decisions and actions of other people after something has happened",
"source": "MW"
},
"monday": {
"def": "(noun) the day of the week between Sunday and Tuesday —abbr. Mon.",
"source": "MW"
},
"money:noun": {
"def": "(noun) money gotten by killing someone or because someone has died",
"source": "MW"
},
"money:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) allowing buyers to get their money back if the product breaks, does not work, or is not what the buyer wanted",
"source": "MW"
},
"money": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as coins or bills) used as a way to pay for goods and services and to pay people for their work",
"source": "MW"
},
"monkey:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a monkey of Central and South America that has long, thin arms and legs and a very long tail",
"source": "MW"
},
"monkey": {
"def": "(noun) a type of animal that is closely related to apes and humans and that has a long tail and usually lives in trees",
"source": "MW"
},
"monstrous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely or unusually large : gigantic",
"source": "MW"
},
"monstrous": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely or unusually large : gigantic",
"source": "MW"
},
"month:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the day of the week between Saturday and Monday —abbr. Sun.",
"source": "MW"
},
"month:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the moon",
"source": "MW"
},
"month": {
"def": "(noun) any one of the 12 parts into which the year is divided",
"source": "MW"
},
"mood:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act of moving something with a quick, sweeping motion : an act of swinging a bat, fist, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"mood:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move (something or someone) to a higher position : raise",
"source": "MW"
},
"mood": {
"def": "(noun) the way someone feels : a person's emotional state",
"source": "MW"
},
"moral:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) concerning or relating to what is right and wrong in human behavior",
"source": "MW"
},
"moral:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of showing that you believe that someone or something is good or acceptable : approval of someone or something —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"moral": {
"def": "(adjective) concerning or relating to what is right and wrong in human behavior",
"source": "MW"
},
"more:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) enough for some need or requirement",
"source": "MW"
},
"more:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to a great degree or extent",
"source": "MW"
},
"more:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) a thing of any kind",
"source": "MW"
},
"more:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or power of carefully thinking about, listening to, or watching someone or something —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"more": {
"def": "(adjective) greater in amount, number, or size",
"source": "MW"
},
"morose:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very serious, unhappy, and quiet",
"source": "MW"
},
"morose": {
"def": "(adjective) very serious, unhappy, and quiet",
"source": "MW"
},
"most:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) large in amount or extent : not little —often used in questions and in negative statements",
"source": "MW"
},
"most:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) without doubt : definitely —sometimes used for emphasis",
"source": "MW"
},
"most:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) the largest number of people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"most:adjective suffix": {
"def": "(adjective suffix) in or to the greatest degree : most",
"source": "MW"
},
"most": {
"def": "(adjective) almost all : the majority of—usually used before a plural noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"motor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small engine that is attached to the back of a small boat",
"source": "MW"
},
"motor:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, used in, or involving a vehicle that is powered by a motor (such as a car or motorcycle)",
"source": "MW"
},
"motor:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to travel in a car : drive",
"source": "MW"
},
"motor": {
"def": "(noun) a machine that produces motion or power for doing work",
"source": "MW"
},
"motorcycle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a vehicle with two wheels that is powered by a motor and that can carry one or two people",
"source": "MW"
},
"motorcycle:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to ride on a motorcycle",
"source": "MW"
},
"motorcycle": {
"def": "(noun) a vehicle with two wheels that is powered by a motor and that can carry one or two people",
"source": "MW"
},
"motorist:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who drives a car",
"source": "MW"
},
"motorist": {
"def": "(noun) a person who drives a car",
"source": "MW"
},
"mount:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go or climb up (something) : to climb up onto (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"mount:noun": {
"def": "(noun) mountain—used chiefly in names",
"source": "MW"
},
"mount": {
"def": "(verb) to go or climb up (something) : to climb up onto (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"mouse:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of mouse that lives in open fields",
"source": "MW"
},
"mouse:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) making very little noise",
"source": "MW"
},
"mouse": {
"def": "(noun) a very small animal that has a pointed nose and a long, thin tail —sometimes used figuratively to refer to a weak, frightened, or quiet person",
"source": "MW"
},
"movie:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long, thin piece cut or torn off of something —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"movie": {
"def": "(noun) a recording of moving images that tells a story and that people watch on a screen or television —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"multiple:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having several answers from which one is to be chosen",
"source": "MW"
},
"multiple:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a disease of the nervous system that causes the gradual loss of muscle control—abbr. MS",
"source": "MW"
},
"multiple": {
"def": "(adjective) more than one : many numerous",
"source": "MW"
},
"multiply:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to increase greatly in number or amount : to become much more numerous",
"source": "MW"
},
"multiply": {
"def": "(verb) to increase greatly in number or amount : to become much more numerous",
"source": "MW"
},
"mum:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not talking about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"mum:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sound or combination of sounds that has a meaning and is spoken or written",
"source": "MW"
},
"mum": {
"def": "(adjective) not talking about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"munificent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very generous",
"source": "MW"
},
"munificent": {
"def": "(adjective) very generous",
"source": "MW"
},
"murder:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a gun, knife, club, or bomb) that is used for fighting or attacking someone or for defending yourself when someone is attacking you",
"source": "MW"
},
"murder:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to suddenly cry out in a loud and high voice because of pain, surprise, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"murder:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made of two parts that are similar or exactly the same",
"source": "MW"
},
"murder": {
"def": "(noun) the crime of deliberately killing a person —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"muscular:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to muscles",
"source": "MW"
},
"muscular:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a serious disease that causes increasing weakness of muscles",
"source": "MW"
},
"muscular": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to muscles",
"source": "MW"
},
"museum:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a museum that has wax statues of famous people —called also (British) waxworks",
"source": "MW"
},
"museum:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to history",
"source": "MW"
},
"museum": {
"def": "(noun) a building in which interesting and valuable things (such as paintings and sculptures or scientific or historical objects) are collected and shown to the public",
"source": "MW"
},
"music:noun": {
"def": "(noun) country music",
"source": "MW"
},
"music": {
"def": "(noun) sounds that are sung by voices or played on musical instruments —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"musical:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to music",
"source": "MW"
},
"musical:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a box that contains a device which plays a tune when the box is open —called also (British) musical box",
"source": "MW"
},
"musical": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to music",
"source": "MW"
},
"musician:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who writes, sings, or plays music",
"source": "MW"
},
"musician": {
"def": "(noun) a person who writes, sings, or plays music",
"source": "MW"
},
"must:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have (information of some kind) in your mind —often + how, why, where, etc. —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"must:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that must or should be seen",
"source": "MW"
},
"must:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to talk about the result or effect of something that may happen or be true",
"source": "MW"
},
"must": {
"def": "(verb) —used to say that something is required or necessary",
"source": "MW"
},
"mysterious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) strange, unknown, or difficult to understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"mysterious": {
"def": "(adjective) strange, unknown, or difficult to understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"nail:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a liquid that is spread on a surface and that dries to form a hard, shiny coating",
"source": "MW"
},
"nail:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move your hand, a bat, etc., quickly so that it touches someone or something in a forceful or violent way",
"source": "MW"
},
"nail": {
"def": "(noun) a long, thin piece of metal that is sharp at one end and flat at the other end and that is used chiefly to attach things to wood",
"source": "MW"
},
"nap:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a soft layer of threads on the surface of a piece of cloth, a carpet, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"nap:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to sleep for a short period of time especially during the day",
"source": "MW"
},
"nap": {
"def": "(noun) a short period of sleep especially during the day",
"source": "MW"
},
"narrative:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a story that is told or written",
"source": "MW"
},
"narrative:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the process of telling a story",
"source": "MW"
},
"narrative": {
"def": "(noun) a story that is told or written",
"source": "MW"
},
"nation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a form of political organization in which a group of people who share the same history, traditions, or language live in a particular area under one government",
"source": "MW"
},
"nation": {
"def": "(noun) a large area of land that is controlled by its own government : country",
"source": "MW"
},
"native:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not native: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"native:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the top layer of earth in which plants grow",
"source": "MW"
},
"native": {
"def": "(adjective) born in a particular place",
"source": "MW"
},
"naturally:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to describe something that happens or exists by itself without being controlled or changed by someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"naturally:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move toward someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"naturally": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to describe something that happens or exists by itself without being controlled or changed by someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"neat:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) clean and organized : not messy",
"source": "MW"
},
"neat:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who always wants things to be very orderly and clean",
"source": "MW"
},
"neat": {
"def": "(adjective) not messy : clean and orderly",
"source": "MW"
},
"necessarily:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to say that something is necessary and cannot be changed or avoided",
"source": "MW"
},
"necessarily": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to say that something is necessary and cannot be changed or avoided",
"source": "MW"
},
"necessary:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) so important that you must do it or have it : absolutely needed",
"source": "MW"
},
"necessary:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a way of doing something or of achieving a desired result",
"source": "MW"
},
"necessary:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to talk about the result or effect of something that may happen or be true",
"source": "MW"
},
"necessary": {
"def": "(adjective) so important that you must do it or have it : absolutely needed",
"source": "MW"
},
"needle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large pile of hay",
"source": "MW"
},
"needle:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to criticize and laugh at (someone) in either a friendly or an unkind way : tease",
"source": "MW"
},
"needle:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) going under the skin",
"source": "MW"
},
"needle": {
"def": "(noun) a small, very thin object that is used in sewing and that has a sharp point at one end and a hole for thread",
"source": "MW"
},
"nefarious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) evil or immoral",
"source": "MW"
},
"nefarious": {
"def": "(adjective) evil or immoral",
"source": "MW"
},
"negative:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not having Rh factor in the blood",
"source": "MW"
},
"negative:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a virus that causes AIDS",
"source": "MW"
},
"negative:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use a set of questions or problems to measure someone's skills, knowledge, or abilities —often + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"negative": {
"def": "(adjective) harmful or bad : not wanted",
"source": "MW"
},
"neighbor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who lives next to or near another person",
"source": "MW"
},
"neighbor": {
"def": "(noun) a person who lives next to or near another person",
"source": "MW"
},
"neighbour:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who lives next to or near another person",
"source": "MW"
},
"neighbour": {
"def": "(noun) a person who lives next to or near another person",
"source": "MW"
},
"neighbourhood:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an organization of neighbors who pay special attention to each other's houses in order to prevent crime—often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"neighbourhood": {
"def": "(noun) a section of a town or city —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"neighbouring:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) near or next to something or someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"neighbouring": {
"def": "(adjective) near or next to something or someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"nerve:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a nerve that goes from the lower back down the back of the leg",
"source": "MW"
},
"nerve:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) the whole, entire, total amount, quantity, or extent of",
"source": "MW"
},
"nerve:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to squeeze (someone's skin) between your thumb and finger often in a painful way —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"nerve": {
"def": "(noun) one of the many thin parts that control movement and feeling by carrying messages between the brain and other parts of the body",
"source": "MW"
},
"network:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who went to a respected or well-known private school for boys",
"source": "MW"
},
"network:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to connect (computers) in a way that allows information and equipment to be shared",
"source": "MW"
},
"network": {
"def": "(noun) a system of lines, wires, etc., that are connected to each other —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"newspaper:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a set of large sheets of paper that have news stories, information about local events, advertisements, etc., and that are folded together and sold every day or every week —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"newspaper": {
"def": "(noun) a set of large sheets of paper that have news stories, information about local events, advertisements, etc., and that are folded together and sold every day or every week —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"next to:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) believing in God and in the importance of living a moral life",
"source": "MW"
},
"next to:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in the next house, apartment, room, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"next to:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) not anything : not a thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"next to": {
"def": "(adjective) coming after this one : coming after the one that just came, happened, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"nice:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) shaped like a circle or ball",
"source": "MW"
},
"nice:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a job or activity that you do regularly especially in order to earn money",
"source": "MW"
},
"nice:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) without difficulty or stress",
"source": "MW"
},
"nice:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to build, create, or produce (something) by work or effort —often followed by with to describe the things that are used to produce something —often followed by of to describe the material that forms something —often followed by from to describe the source of a product",
"source": "MW"
},
"nice": {
"def": "(adjective) giving pleasure or joy : good and enjoyable —often used with another adjective for emphasis",
"source": "MW"
},
"nightmare:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a dream that frightens a sleeping person : a very bad dream",
"source": "MW"
},
"nightmare": {
"def": "(noun) a dream that frightens a sleeping person : a very bad dream",
"source": "MW"
},
"nineteen:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the number 19",
"source": "MW"
},
"nineteen:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say words in order to express your thoughts, feelings, opinions, etc., to someone —often + to —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"nineteen": {
"def": "(noun) the number 19",
"source": "MW"
},
"ninety:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the thing that is measured as seconds, minutes, hours, days, years, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"ninety": {
"def": "(noun) the number 90",
"source": "MW"
},
"no:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to give a negative answer or reply to a question, request, or offer",
"source": "MW"
},
"no:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) offering or providing only the most important or basic things : not fancy or luxurious",
"source": "MW"
},
"no:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an area where military airplanes are not allowed to fly during a conflict or war",
"source": "MW"
},
"no:abbreviation": {
"def": "(abbreviation) north, northern",
"source": "MW"
},
"no": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to give a negative answer or reply to a question, request, or offer",
"source": "MW"
},
"no one:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) no person : nobody",
"source": "MW"
},
"no one:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say or write (something) to (someone) —often + about —often + that —often + what, where, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"no one:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a specific detail or piece of information —usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"no one": {
"def": "(pronoun) no person : nobody",
"source": "MW"
},
"noise:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a constant noise (such as the noise from a television or radio that is turned on but is not receiving a clear signal) that is a mixture of many different sound waves",
"source": "MW"
},
"noise:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not having or showing concern or respect for the rights and feelings of other people : not polite",
"source": "MW"
},
"noise": {
"def": "(noun) a loud or unpleasant sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"noisy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) making a lot of loud or unpleasant noise",
"source": "MW"
},
"noisy": {
"def": "(adjective) making a lot of loud or unpleasant noise",
"source": "MW"
},
"non-profit:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not existing or done for the purpose of making a profit",
"source": "MW"
},
"non-profit": {
"def": "(adjective) not existing or done for the purpose of making a profit",
"source": "MW"
},
"nonchalant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relaxed and calm in a way that shows that you do not care or are not worried about anything",
"source": "MW"
},
"nonchalant": {
"def": "(adjective) relaxed and calm in a way that shows that you do not care or are not worried about anything",
"source": "MW"
},
"normally:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) usual or ordinary : not strange",
"source": "MW"
},
"normally": {
"def": "(adjective) usual or ordinary : not strange",
"source": "MW"
},
"northern:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) located in or toward the north",
"source": "MW"
},
"northern:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a half of the Earth",
"source": "MW"
},
"northern": {
"def": "(adjective) located in or toward the north",
"source": "MW"
},
"not:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in the past : before the present time : before now",
"source": "MW"
},
"not:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) the whole, entire, total amount, quantity, or extent of",
"source": "MW"
},
"not:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a record of money that has been paid and money that has been received : bill",
"source": "MW"
},
"not": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to form the negative of modal verbs (such as \"should\" and \"could\") and auxiliary verbs (such as \"do\" and \"have\")",
"source": "MW"
},
"november:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the 11th month of the year —abbr. Nov.",
"source": "MW"
},
"november": {
"def": "(noun) the 11th month of the year —abbr. Nov.",
"source": "MW"
},
"nuance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very small difference in color, tone, meaning, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"nuance": {
"def": "(noun) a very small difference in color, tone, meaning, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"nuclear:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not having or allowing nuclear energy, weapons, or materials",
"source": "MW"
},
"nuclear:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to do something —often plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"nuclear": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, producing, or using energy that is created when the nuclei of atoms are split apart or joined together",
"source": "MW"
},
"nudge:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to touch or push (someone or something) gently",
"source": "MW"
},
"nudge": {
"def": "(verb) to touch or push (someone or something) gently",
"source": "MW"
},
"numerous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) existing in large numbers",
"source": "MW"
},
"numerous:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to talk about, write about, or refer to (something or someone) especially in a brief way",
"source": "MW"
},
"numerous": {
"def": "(adjective) existing in large numbers",
"source": "MW"
},
"nut:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a hard cookie that is flavored with ginger —called also (British) ginger nut",
"source": "MW"
},
"nut:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) medium brown or dark brown in color",
"source": "MW"
},
"nut:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to break (something) so that there are lines in its surface but it is usually not separated into pieces",
"source": "MW"
},
"nut": {
"def": "(noun) a small dry fruit with a hard shell that grows on trees, bushes, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"o'clock:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) according to the clock—used when the time is a specific hour",
"source": "MW"
},
"o'clock:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a time when an important change happens—usually singular —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"o'clock": {
"def": "(adverb) according to the clock—used when the time is a specific hour",
"source": "MW"
},
"obdurate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) refusing to do what other people want : not willing to change your opinion or the way you do something : stubborn",
"source": "MW"
},
"obdurate": {
"def": "(adjective) refusing to do what other people want : not willing to change your opinion or the way you do something : stubborn",
"source": "MW"
},
"obey:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do what someone tells you to do or what a rule, law, etc., says you must do",
"source": "MW"
},
"obey": {
"def": "(verb) to do what someone tells you to do or what a rule, law, etc., says you must do",
"source": "MW"
},
"object:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the feeling of wanting to have what someone else has —sometimes used humorously after a noun that indicates an object of envy",
"source": "MW"
},
"object:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to disagree with something or oppose something —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"object": {
"def": "(noun) a thing that you can see and touch and that is not alive",
"source": "MW"
},
"objective:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) based on facts rather than feelings or opinions : not influenced by feelings",
"source": "MW"
},
"objective:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a lens or system of lenses in a microscope, telescope, etc., that forms an image of an object —called also objective",
"source": "MW"
},
"objective": {
"def": "(adjective) based on facts rather than feelings or opinions : not influenced by feelings",
"source": "MW"
},
"oblivious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not conscious or aware of someone or something —usually + of or to",
"source": "MW"
},
"oblivious": {
"def": "(adjective) not conscious or aware of someone or something —usually + of or to",
"source": "MW"
},
"obsequious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) too eager to help or obey someone important",
"source": "MW"
},
"obsequious": {
"def": "(adjective) too eager to help or obey someone important",
"source": "MW"
},
"observation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a flat surface that forms the main outside floor of a boat or ship",
"source": "MW"
},
"observation:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) designed to be used while watching people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"observation": {
"def": "(noun) a statement about something you have noticed : a comment or remark",
"source": "MW"
},
"obtuse:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) stupid or unintelligent : not able to think clearly or to understand what is obvious or simple",
"source": "MW"
},
"obtuse": {
"def": "(adjective) stupid or unintelligent : not able to think clearly or to understand what is obvious or simple",
"source": "MW"
},
"obvious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) easy to see or notice",
"source": "MW"
},
"obvious:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to express (something) formally in speech or writing",
"source": "MW"
},
"obvious": {
"def": "(adjective) easy to see or notice",
"source": "MW"
},
"occasion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a special event or time",
"source": "MW"
},
"occasion:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move upward —often + up —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"occasion": {
"def": "(noun) a special event or time",
"source": "MW"
},
"occasionally:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) sometimes but not often",
"source": "MW"
},
"occasionally": {
"def": "(adverb) sometimes but not often",
"source": "MW"
},
"occur:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to appear or exist : to be found",
"source": "MW"
},
"occur": {
"def": "(verb) to appear or exist : to be found",
"source": "MW"
},
"ocean:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very small amount of liquid that falls in a rounded shape —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"ocean:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not closed: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"ocean": {
"def": "(noun) the salt water that covers much of the Earth's surface —often used with the —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"october:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the 10th month of the year —abbr. Oct.",
"source": "MW"
},
"october": {
"def": "(noun) the 10th month of the year —abbr. Oct.",
"source": "MW"
},
"odd:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) strange or unusual : different from what is normal or expected",
"source": "MW"
},
"odd:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become sick or die from taking too much of a drug : overdose—often + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"odd:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the number 1",
"source": "MW"
},
"odd:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a direction away from the inside or center of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"odd": {
"def": "(adjective) strange or unusual : different from what is normal or expected",
"source": "MW"
},
"of:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) with regard to (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"of:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done to provide a rough idea of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"of:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the difference between the amount of money that a country spends and the amount it earns",
"source": "MW"
},
"of": {
"def": "(preposition) belonging to, relating to, or connected with (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"offence:noun": {
"def": "(noun) plants that have narrow green leaves, that are eaten by cows, sheep, horses, etc., and that are commonly grown on lawns and in gardens —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"offence": {
"def": "(noun) something that causes a person to be hurt, angry, or upset",
"source": "MW"
},
"offend:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (a person or group) to feel hurt, angry, or upset by something said or done",
"source": "MW"
},
"offend:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a large distance to the bottom from the surface or highest point —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"offend:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a point that marks the limit of something : the point at which something no longer continues to happen or exist",
"source": "MW"
},
"offend": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (a person or group) to feel hurt, angry, or upset by something said or done",
"source": "MW"
},
"offense:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that causes a person to be hurt, angry, or upset",
"source": "MW"
},
"offense": {
"def": "(noun) something that causes a person to be hurt, angry, or upset",
"source": "MW"
},
"offensive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing someone to feel hurt, angry, or upset : rude or insulting —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"offensive:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large military attack—usually singular —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"offensive": {
"def": "(adjective) causing someone to feel hurt, angry, or upset : rude or insulting —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"office:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the main office of a company or organization",
"source": "MW"
},
"office": {
"def": "(noun) a building or room in which people work at desks doing business or professional activities —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"officer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who works in a press office",
"source": "MW"
},
"officer": {
"def": "(noun) a member of a police force : police officer—often used as a title",
"source": "MW"
},
"official:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the job or work of someone in a position of authority",
"source": "MW"
},
"official:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who has a position of authority in a company, organization, or government : a person who holds an office",
"source": "MW"
},
"official": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the job or work of someone in a position of authority",
"source": "MW"
},
"officious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe an annoying person who tries to tell other people what to do in a way that is not wanted or needed",
"source": "MW"
},
"officious": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe an annoying person who tries to tell other people what to do in a way that is not wanted or needed",
"source": "MW"
},
"often:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to a degree that is suggested or stated —often + that —often used with as when making a comparison, when giving an example of some quality, or when describing someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"often:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) including each person or thing in a group or series",
"source": "MW"
},
"often:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the thing that is measured as seconds, minutes, hours, days, years, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"often": {
"def": "(adverb) many times : on many occasions : frequently",
"source": "MW"
},
"oh:interjection": {
"def": "(interjection) —used to show that you are unsure about something you are saying",
"source": "MW"
},
"oh:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a man who has power and authority: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"oh:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move your hand, a bat, etc., quickly so that it touches someone or something in a forceful or violent way",
"source": "MW"
},
"oh": {
"def": "(interjection) —used to express surprise, happiness, disappointment, or sadness",
"source": "MW"
},
"oil:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a hole that has been drilled into the ground through which oil can be removed",
"source": "MW"
},
"oil:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put oil in or on (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"oil": {
"def": "(noun) a thick, black liquid that comes from the ground and that is used in making various products (such as gasoline) —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"ok:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to ask for or express agreement, approval, or understanding",
"source": "MW"
},
"ok:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) entirely good or satisfactory : perfectly OK",
"source": "MW"
},
"ok:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to approve (something) : to say or decide that (something) will be allowed",
"source": "MW"
},
"ok:noun": {
"def": "(noun) approval or permission",
"source": "MW"
},
"ok": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to ask for or express agreement, approval, or understanding",
"source": "MW"
},
"old-fashioned:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the past: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"old-fashioned": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the past: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"on:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) touching and being supported by the top surface of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"on:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at the place where a business or activity happens",
"source": "MW"
},
"on:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) used to turn something on and off",
"source": "MW"
},
"on:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a short road that is used for driving onto a highway —called also (British) slip road",
"source": "MW"
},
"on": {
"def": "(preposition) touching and being supported by the top surface of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"onerous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) difficult and unpleasant to do or deal with",
"source": "MW"
},
"onerous": {
"def": "(adjective) difficult and unpleasant to do or deal with",
"source": "MW"
},
"onion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) green onion",
"source": "MW"
},
"onion": {
"def": "(noun) a round vegetable that is usually white, yellow, or red and has a strong smell and taste",
"source": "MW"
},
"online:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) connected to a computer, a computer network, or the Internet",
"source": "MW"
},
"online:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a line of soldiers who are shooting at an enemy",
"source": "MW"
},
"online:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to write (your name) on something",
"source": "MW"
},
"online": {
"def": "(adjective) connected to a computer, a computer network, or the Internet",
"source": "MW"
},
"opening:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of firing several guns or bombs at the same time",
"source": "MW"
},
"opening:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) first or beginning",
"source": "MW"
},
"opening:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move (a door, window, etc.) so that an opening is no longer covered",
"source": "MW"
},
"opening": {
"def": "(noun) a hole or empty space that you can go through",
"source": "MW"
},
"operate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to function or behave in a proper or particular way",
"source": "MW"
},
"operate": {
"def": "(verb) to function or behave in a proper or particular way",
"source": "MW"
},
"operation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a process in which a doctor cuts into someone's body in order to repair or remove a damaged or diseased part",
"source": "MW"
},
"operation": {
"def": "(noun) a process in which a doctor cuts into someone's body in order to repair or remove a damaged or diseased part",
"source": "MW"
},
"opinion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an amount that is cut or separated from a larger section of something —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"opinion:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become different",
"source": "MW"
},
"opinion": {
"def": "(noun) a belief, judgment, or way of thinking about something : what someone thinks about a particular thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"opponent:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person, team, group, etc., that is competing against another in a contest",
"source": "MW"
},
"opponent": {
"def": "(noun) a person, team, group, etc., that is competing against another in a contest",
"source": "MW"
},
"opportunity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an opening in a wall, door, etc., that usually contains a sheet of glass",
"source": "MW"
},
"opportunity:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made of gold",
"source": "MW"
},
"opportunity:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use legal or official power to take (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"opportunity": {
"def": "(noun) an amount of time or a situation in which something can be done : chance",
"source": "MW"
},
"oppose:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to disagree with or disapprove of (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"oppose": {
"def": "(verb) to disagree with or disapprove of (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"opposed:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not agreeing with or approving of something or someone —usually + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"opposed:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to disagree with or disapprove of (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"opposed:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) completely or entirely",
"source": "MW"
},
"opposed": {
"def": "(adjective) not agreeing with or approving of something or someone —usually + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"opposite:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) fully and completely correct or accurate",
"source": "MW"
},
"opposite:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) completely or entirely",
"source": "MW"
},
"opposite:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small, flat, and usually round piece of metal issued by a government as money",
"source": "MW"
},
"opposite:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) on the other side of (something or someone) : across from (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"opposite": {
"def": "(adjective) located at the other end, side, or corner of something : located across from something",
"source": "MW"
},
"opposition:noun": {
"def": "(noun) actions or opinions that show that you disagree with or disapprove of someone or something —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"opposition": {
"def": "(noun) actions or opinions that show that you disagree with or disapprove of someone or something —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"oppressive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very cruel or unfair",
"source": "MW"
},
"oppressive": {
"def": "(adjective) very cruel or unfair",
"source": "MW"
},
"option:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a right that is given by a company to an employee that lets the employee purchase stock in the company usually for a price that is lower than the normal price—usually plural —called also (British) share option",
"source": "MW"
},
"option:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go away from (a place) —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"option:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) easy to press, bend, cut, etc. : not hard or firm",
"source": "MW"
},
"option": {
"def": "(noun) the opportunity or ability to choose something or to choose between two or more things",
"source": "MW"
},
"or:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to introduce another choice or possibility",
"source": "MW"
},
"or:abbreviation": {
"def": "(abbreviation) operating room",
"source": "MW"
},
"or:noun suffix": {
"def": "(noun suffix) a person or thing that does a specified action",
"source": "MW"
},
"or:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) resulting in either definite success or definite failure",
"source": "MW"
},
"or:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a custom on Halloween in which children knock on people's doors and say \"trick or treat\" when the doors are opened to ask for candy",
"source": "MW"
},
"or:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) a thing of any kind",
"source": "MW"
},
"or": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to introduce another choice or possibility",
"source": "MW"
},
"orange:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small type of orange —called also mandarin orange",
"source": "MW"
},
"orange": {
"def": "(noun) a citrus fruit that is round and that has an orange skin —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"ordinary:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) normal or usual : not unusual, different, or special",
"source": "MW"
},
"ordinary:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a basic test in a particular subject taken by students in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland usually at the age of 18 —called also Ordinary level",
"source": "MW"
},
"ordinary": {
"def": "(adjective) normal or usual : not unusual, different, or special",
"source": "MW"
},
"ore:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large animal that is used for riding and for carrying and pulling things —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"ore": {
"def": "(noun) rocks, earth, etc., from which a valuable metal can be taken",
"source": "MW"
},
"organ:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a part of your body (such as your eyes, ears, nose, or tongue) that you use to see, hear, smell, taste, or feel things",
"source": "MW"
},
"organ": {
"def": "(noun) a part of the body (such as the heart or liver) that has a particular function",
"source": "MW"
},
"organization:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an organization that provides health care to people who make regular payments to it and who agree to use the doctors, hospitals, etc., that belong to the organization",
"source": "MW"
},
"organization:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not belonging to or controlled by a government",
"source": "MW"
},
"organization": {
"def": "(noun) a company, business, club, etc., that is formed for a particular purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"organized:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) arranged into a formal group with leaders and with rules for doing or planning things",
"source": "MW"
},
"organized:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to arrange and plan (an event or activity)",
"source": "MW"
},
"organized:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the belief in a god or in a group of gods",
"source": "MW"
},
"organized": {
"def": "(adjective) arranged into a formal group with leaders and with rules for doing or planning things",
"source": "MW"
},
"organizer:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to arrange and plan (an event or activity)",
"source": "MW"
},
"organizer": {
"def": "(verb) to arrange and plan (an event or activity)",
"source": "MW"
},
"origin:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an idea that you try to make other people accept or understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"origin": {
"def": "(noun) the point or place where something begins or is created : the source or cause of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"original:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or existing first or at the beginning",
"source": "MW"
},
"original:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the belief taught in Christianity that people will naturally do bad or evil things",
"source": "MW"
},
"original": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or existing first or at the beginning",
"source": "MW"
},
"originally:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in the beginning : when something first happened or began",
"source": "MW"
},
"originally": {
"def": "(adverb) in the beginning : when something first happened or began",
"source": "MW"
},
"ostentation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an unnecessary display of wealth, knowledge, etc., that is done to attract attention, admiration, or envy",
"source": "MW"
},
"ostentation": {
"def": "(noun) an unnecessary display of wealth, knowledge, etc., that is done to attract attention, admiration, or envy",
"source": "MW"
},
"ostracize:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to not allow (someone) to be included in a group : to exclude (someone) from a group",
"source": "MW"
},
"ostracize": {
"def": "(verb) to not allow (someone) to be included in a group : to exclude (someone) from a group",
"source": "MW"
},
"otherwise:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a different way or manner",
"source": "MW"
},
"otherwise:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) promised to be married",
"source": "MW"
},
"otherwise:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to act as if something is true when it is not true",
"source": "MW"
},
"otherwise": {
"def": "(adverb) in a different way or manner",
"source": "MW"
},
"ought:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have (information of some kind) in your mind —often + how, why, where, etc. —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"ought": {
"def": "(verb) —used to indicate what is expected",
"source": "MW"
},
"ours:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) that which belongs to or is connected with us : our one : our ones",
"source": "MW"
},
"ours:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of worry usually shared by many people",
"source": "MW"
},
"ours": {
"def": "(pronoun) that which belongs to or is connected with us : our one : our ones",
"source": "MW"
},
"outcome:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that happens as a result of an activity or process : result",
"source": "MW"
},
"outcome:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe the amount or value of something after all costs and expenses have been taken away",
"source": "MW"
},
"outcome": {
"def": "(noun) something that happens as a result of an activity or process : result",
"source": "MW"
},
"outdoor:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done, used, or located outside a building",
"source": "MW"
},
"outdoor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a movable piece of wood, glass, or metal that swings or slides open and shut so that people can enter or leave a room, building, vehicle, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"outdoor": {
"def": "(adjective) done, used, or located outside a building",
"source": "MW"
},
"outdoors:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) outside rather than inside a building",
"source": "MW"
},
"outdoors": {
"def": "(adverb) outside a building : not inside a building",
"source": "MW"
},
"outer:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very poor and without hope : having no money, job, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"outer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the region beyond the Earth's atmosphere in which there are stars and planets",
"source": "MW"
},
"outer": {
"def": "(adjective) located on or toward the outside of something : not on or at the inside or center of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"outline:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long narrow mark on a surface",
"source": "MW"
},
"outline:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move in a specified direction by lifting your foot and putting it down in a different place : to move somewhere by walking",
"source": "MW"
},
"outline": {
"def": "(noun) a drawing or picture that shows only the shape of an object—often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"oven:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small, round or long bread for one person to eat",
"source": "MW"
},
"oven:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) used and accepted by most people : usual or traditional",
"source": "MW"
},
"oven": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of cooking equipment that is used for baking or roasting food",
"source": "MW"
},
"overall:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) with everyone or everything included",
"source": "MW"
},
"overall:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) including everyone or everything",
"source": "MW"
},
"overall:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a light and loose long shirt usually worn over your regular clothing to protect it from getting dirty —called also (British) overall",
"source": "MW"
},
"overall": {
"def": "(adverb) with everyone or everything included",
"source": "MW"
},
"overseas:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in or to a foreign country that is across a sea or ocean",
"source": "MW"
},
"overseas": {
"def": "(adverb) in or to a foreign country that is across a sea or ocean",
"source": "MW"
},
"overwrought:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very excited or upset",
"source": "MW"
},
"overwrought": {
"def": "(adjective) very excited or upset",
"source": "MW"
},
"owe:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to need to pay or repay money to a person, bank, business, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"owe:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a good feeling that you have towards someone who has helped you, given something to you, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"owe": {
"def": "(verb) to need to pay or repay money to a person, bank, business, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"owner:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who owns something together with another person",
"source": "MW"
},
"owner:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have (something) as property : to legally possess (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"owner:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not complete or total",
"source": "MW"
},
"owner": {
"def": "(noun) a person or group that owns something —often used in combination",
"source": "MW"
},
"package:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of ending someone's employment —usually used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"package:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) in a package in order to sell it or send it somewhere —often used as (be) packaged",
"source": "MW"
},
"package": {
"def": "(noun) a box or large envelope that is sent or delivered usually through the mail or by another delivery service",
"source": "MW"
},
"page:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a page of words, pictures, etc., that is shown on a Web site",
"source": "MW"
},
"page:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take and use (something that belongs to someone else) for a period of time before returning it",
"source": "MW"
},
"page:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) printed on the front page of a newspaper",
"source": "MW"
},
"page": {
"def": "(noun) one side of a sheet of paper especially in a book, magazine, etc. —abbr. p",
"source": "MW"
},
"painful:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing pain to your body",
"source": "MW"
},
"painful": {
"def": "(adjective) causing pain to your body",
"source": "MW"
},
"paint:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place where people live that is larger than a village but smaller than a city",
"source": "MW"
},
"paint:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to paint a picture using only your hands or fingers instead of a brush",
"source": "MW"
},
"paint:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having the color of blood",
"source": "MW"
},
"paint": {
"def": "(noun) a liquid that dries to form a thin colored layer when it is spread on a surface",
"source": "MW"
},
"painter:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person whose job it is to paint walls, houses, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"painter": {
"def": "(noun) a person whose job it is to paint walls, houses, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"painting:noun": {
"def": "(noun) paint that is sprayed onto a surface from a can that you can hold in one hand",
"source": "MW"
},
"painting:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to paint a picture using only your hands or fingers instead of a brush",
"source": "MW"
},
"painting": {
"def": "(noun) a picture that is painted : a picture made by putting paint on a canvas, board, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"palace:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the official home of a king, queen, president, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"palace:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a palace",
"source": "MW"
},
"palace": {
"def": "(noun) the official home of a king, queen, president, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"pan:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the light and heat and especially the flame produced by burning",
"source": "MW"
},
"pan:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to criticize (a book, movie, play, etc.) severely —often used as (be) panned",
"source": "MW"
},
"pan:prefix": {
"def": "(prefix) all or completely",
"source": "MW"
},
"pan:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or involving the countries of North and South America",
"source": "MW"
},
"pan": {
"def": "(noun) a usually shallow and open metal container that has a handle and that is used for cooking or baking",
"source": "MW"
},
"panel:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large, flat piece of equipment that uses the sun's light or heat to create electricity",
"source": "MW"
},
"panel:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cover (a wall, ceiling, etc.) with flat pieces of wood, glass, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"panel:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) flat-screen",
"source": "MW"
},
"panel": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people who answer questions, give advice or opinions about something, or take part in a discussion for an audience",
"source": "MW"
},
"pants:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a kind of small insect that lives in an organized social group",
"source": "MW"
},
"pants:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit (something) repeatedly",
"source": "MW"
},
"pants:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done or made by using your own judgment and feelings without planning, preparation, or help from others",
"source": "MW"
},
"pants:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) from a higher to a lower place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"pants": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of clothing that covers your body from the waist to the ankle and has a separate part for each leg —sometimes used in the singular form pant especially before another noun and in clothing catalogs",
"source": "MW"
},
"paper:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sheet of soft and thick paper that can soak up liquid and that is used for drying your hands, cleaning up spills, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"paper:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made of paper",
"source": "MW"
},
"paper:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cover (something, such as a wall) with paper",
"source": "MW"
},
"paper": {
"def": "(noun) the material that is used in the form of thin sheets for writing or printing on, wrapping things, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"paragraph:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a part of a piece of writing that usually deals with one subject, that begins on a new line, and that is made up of one or more sentences",
"source": "MW"
},
"paragraph": {
"def": "(noun) a part of a piece of writing that usually deals with one subject, that begins on a new line, and that is made up of one or more sentences",
"source": "MW"
},
"paranoia:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a serious mental illness that causes you to falsely believe that other people are trying to harm you",
"source": "MW"
},
"paranoia": {
"def": "(noun) a serious mental illness that causes you to falsely believe that other people are trying to harm you",
"source": "MW"
},
"parish:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an area that has its own local church and priest or minister",
"source": "MW"
},
"parish:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) only important or interesting to people in a small area",
"source": "MW"
},
"parish": {
"def": "(noun) an area that has its own local church and priest or minister",
"source": "MW"
},
"park:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an area of land that is owned and protected by a national government because of its natural beauty or its importance to history or science",
"source": "MW"
},
"park:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to park (a car or other vehicle) beside a row of vehicles that are already parked on the side of the street —usually used as (be) double-parked",
"source": "MW"
},
"park": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of public land in or near a city that is kept free of houses and other buildings and can be used for pleasure and exercise",
"source": "MW"
},
"parking:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a service in which guests at a hotel, restaurant, etc., can have their cars parked by an employee —called also valet service",
"source": "MW"
},
"parking:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to park (a car or other vehicle) beside a row of vehicles that are already parked on the side of the street —usually used as (be) double-parked",
"source": "MW"
},
"parking": {
"def": "(noun) the act of leaving a car, truck, motorcycle, etc., in a particular place",
"source": "MW"
},
"parliamentary:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or including a parliament",
"source": "MW"
},
"parliamentary": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or including a parliament",
"source": "MW"
},
"participant:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is involved in an activity or event : a person who participates in an activity or event—often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"participant": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is involved in an activity or event : a person who participates in an activity or event—often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"participate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be involved with others in doing something : to take part in an activity or event with others —often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"participate": {
"def": "(verb) to be involved with others in doing something : to take part in an activity or event with others —often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"particular:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to indicate that one specific person or thing is being referred to and no others",
"source": "MW"
},
"particular:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a specific detail or piece of information —usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"particular": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to indicate that one specific person or thing is being referred to and no others",
"source": "MW"
},
"partner:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an illegal act for which someone can be punished by the government",
"source": "MW"
},
"partner:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be or become a partner : to join with someone or something as a partner —usually used as (be) partnered",
"source": "MW"
},
"partner": {
"def": "(noun) someone's husband or wife or the person someone has sexual relations with",
"source": "MW"
},
"party:noun": {
"def": "(noun) cocktail party",
"source": "MW"
},
"party:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have a party or be involved in a party : to spend enjoyable time eating, drinking, dancing, etc., with a group of people",
"source": "MW"
},
"party": {
"def": "(noun) a social event in which entertainment, food, and drinks are provided —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"passenger:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of vehicles that travel on a track and are connected to each other and usually to an engine : a connected group of railroad cars —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"passenger": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is traveling from one place to another in a car, bus, train, ship, airplane, etc., and who is not driving or working on it —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"passion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) energy that causes things to become warmer",
"source": "MW"
},
"passion": {
"def": "(noun) a strong feeling of enthusiasm or excitement for something or about doing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"passport:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an official document issued by the government of a country that identifies someone as a citizen of that country and that is usually necessary when entering or leaving a country",
"source": "MW"
},
"passport": {
"def": "(noun) an official document issued by the government of a country that identifies someone as a citizen of that country and that is usually necessary when entering or leaving a country",
"source": "MW"
},
"past:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having existed in a time before the present : from, done, or used in an earlier time",
"source": "MW"
},
"past:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) at the farther side of (something) : beyond (a particular place)",
"source": "MW"
},
"past:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the way in which a person moves, stands, or behaves",
"source": "MW"
},
"past:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to and beyond a certain point or time",
"source": "MW"
},
"past": {
"def": "(adjective) having existed in a time before the present : from, done, or used in an earlier time",
"source": "MW"
},
"paternalistic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the attitude or actions of a person, organization, etc., that protects people and gives them what they need but does not give them any responsibility or freedom of choice",
"source": "MW"
},
"paternalistic": {
"def": "(noun) the attitude or actions of a person, organization, etc., that protects people and gives them what they need but does not give them any responsibility or freedom of choice",
"source": "MW"
},
"patient:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to remain calm and not become annoyed when waiting for a long time or when dealing with problems or difficult people —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"patient:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who gets and pays for medical treatment outside of the National Health Service",
"source": "MW"
},
"patient": {
"def": "(adjective) able to remain calm and not become annoyed when waiting for a long time or when dealing with problems or difficult people —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"payment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a first payment that you make when you buy something with an agreement to pay the rest later",
"source": "MW"
},
"payment:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not complete or total",
"source": "MW"
},
"payment": {
"def": "(noun) the act of giving money for something : the act of paying",
"source": "MW"
},
"peaceful:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) quiet and calm : without noise, excitement, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"peaceful": {
"def": "(adjective) quiet and calm : without noise, excitement, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"pebble:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small, round stone; especially : one that has been made smooth by the movement of water",
"source": "MW"
},
"pebble": {
"def": "(noun) a small, round stone; especially : one that has been made smooth by the movement of water",
"source": "MW"
},
"pedantic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who annoys other people by correcting small errors and giving too much attention to minor details",
"source": "MW"
},
"pedantic": {
"def": "(noun) a person who annoys other people by correcting small errors and giving too much attention to minor details",
"source": "MW"
},
"peddler:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who sells things in small amounts often by traveling to different places : a person who peddles something",
"source": "MW"
},
"peddler": {
"def": "(noun) someone who sells things in small amounts often by traveling to different places : a person who peddles something",
"source": "MW"
},
"pen:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a pen whose tip is a small metal ball that rolls on a writing surface —called also ballpoint",
"source": "MW"
},
"pen:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put or keep (a person or animal) in an enclosed area—usually used as (be) penned",
"source": "MW"
},
"pen": {
"def": "(noun) a writing instrument that uses ink",
"source": "MW"
},
"pencil:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who does boring or unimportant work in an office —called also (US) pencil pusher, pen pusher",
"source": "MW"
},
"pencil:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to draw or write (something) with a pencil",
"source": "MW"
},
"pencil": {
"def": "(noun) an instrument used for writing and drawing that has a hard outer part and a black or colored center part —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"penny:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a row of arches that are supported by columns",
"source": "MW"
},
"penny:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not wanting to spend a lot of money : very careful or too careful about spending money",
"source": "MW"
},
"penny:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have (an amount of money) as a price",
"source": "MW"
},
"penny": {
"def": "(noun) a coin or a unit of money equal to 1/10₀ of a dollar : cent",
"source": "MW"
},
"pensive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) quietly sad or thoughtful",
"source": "MW"
},
"pensive": {
"def": "(adjective) quietly sad or thoughtful",
"source": "MW"
},
"people:noun": {
"def": "(noun) ordinary people who are not wealthy, famous, or powerful",
"source": "MW"
},
"people:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to live or be in (a place)—usually used as (be) peopled",
"source": "MW"
},
"people": {
"def": "(noun) individual human beings",
"source": "MW"
},
"pepper:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of hollow vegetable (called a pepper) that is red and that can be eaten raw or cooked",
"source": "MW"
},
"pepper:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to add pepper to (food)",
"source": "MW"
},
"pepper:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having many small spots of black and white",
"source": "MW"
},
"pepper": {
"def": "(noun) a food seasoning that is made by grinding the dried berries of an Indian plant along with their hard, black covers : black pepper",
"source": "MW"
},
"per:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) as directed by or stated in : according to",
"source": "MW"
},
"per:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) by, of, or in itself—used to indicate that something is being considered by itself and not along with other things",
"source": "MW"
},
"per:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one part in a hundred : an amount that is equal to one one-hundredth of something —usually used with a number",
"source": "MW"
},
"per": {
"def": "(preposition) as directed by or stated in : according to",
"source": "MW"
},
"per cent:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the thing that is measured as seconds, minutes, hours, days, years, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"per cent": {
"def": "(noun) one part in a hundred : an amount that is equal to one one-hundredth of something —usually used with a number",
"source": "MW"
},
"percentage:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an idea that you try to make other people accept or understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"percentage": {
"def": "(noun) a number or rate that is expressed as a certain number of parts of something divided into 100 parts",
"source": "MW"
},
"perch:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to sit on or be on something high or on something from which it is easy to fall—usually + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"perch:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a fish that lives in rivers and streams and that is eaten as food",
"source": "MW"
},
"perch": {
"def": "(verb) to sit on or be on something high or on something from which it is easy to fall—usually + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"perfidious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not able to be trusted : showing that someone cannot be trusted",
"source": "MW"
},
"perfidious": {
"def": "(adjective) not able to be trusted : showing that someone cannot be trusted",
"source": "MW"
},
"perform:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do an action or activity that usually requires training or skill",
"source": "MW"
},
"perform": {
"def": "(verb) to do an action or activity that usually requires training or skill",
"source": "MW"
},
"performance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a special performance of a concert, play, etc., that is done at the request of an important person (such as a king)",
"source": "MW"
},
"performance:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) better, faster, or more efficient than others",
"source": "MW"
},
"performance": {
"def": "(noun) an activity (such as singing a song or acting in a play) that a person or group does to entertain an audience —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"permanent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) lasting or continuing for a very long time or forever : not temporary or changing",
"source": "MW"
},
"permanent": {
"def": "(adjective) lasting or continuing for a very long time or forever : not temporary or changing",
"source": "MW"
},
"permission:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the right or ability to do something that is given by someone who has the power to decide if it will be allowed or permitted",
"source": "MW"
},
"permission": {
"def": "(noun) the right or ability to do something that is given by someone who has the power to decide if it will be allowed or permitted",
"source": "MW"
},
"permit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to allow (something) to happen : to give permission for (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"permit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a document that allows a person to learn how to drive a car —called also (British) provisional licence",
"source": "MW"
},
"permit:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) suitable to be worn while you are working",
"source": "MW"
},
"permit": {
"def": "(verb) to allow (something) to happen : to give permission for (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"personality:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small religious group that is not part of a larger and more accepted religion and that has beliefs regarded by many people as extreme or dangerous",
"source": "MW"
},
"personality": {
"def": "(noun) the set of emotional qualities, ways of behaving, etc., that makes a person different from other people —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"personally:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to say that something was done or will be done by a particular person and not by someone else",
"source": "MW"
},
"personally:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to carry or move (something) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"personally": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to say that something was done or will be done by a particular person and not by someone else",
"source": "MW"
},
"persuade:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to do something by asking, arguing, or giving reasons",
"source": "MW"
},
"persuade": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to do something by asking, arguing, or giving reasons",
"source": "MW"
},
"pertinent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to the thing that is being thought about or discussed : relevant",
"source": "MW"
},
"pertinent": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to the thing that is being thought about or discussed : relevant",
"source": "MW"
},
"pet:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a student in a class who is liked by the teacher and who is treated better than other students",
"source": "MW"
},
"pet:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very interesting or important to a particular person",
"source": "MW"
},
"pet:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to touch (a cat, dog, child, etc.) with your hand in a loving or friendly way",
"source": "MW"
},
"pet": {
"def": "(noun) an animal (such as a dog, cat, bird, or fish) that people keep mainly for pleasure —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"petrol:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a device that forces liquid, air, or gas into or out of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"petrol": {
"def": "(noun) a liquid made from petroleum and used especially as a fuel for engines —called also (US) gas, petrol",
"source": "MW"
},
"petulant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing the attitude of people who become angry and annoyed when they do not get what they want",
"source": "MW"
},
"petulant": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing the attitude of people who become angry and annoyed when they do not get what they want",
"source": "MW"
},
"phantom:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the soul of a dead person thought of as living in an unseen world or as appearing to living people : ghost",
"source": "MW"
},
"phantom:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) coming from or associated with the world of ghosts",
"source": "MW"
},
"phantom": {
"def": "(noun) the soul of a dead person thought of as living in an unseen world or as appearing to living people : ghost",
"source": "MW"
},
"phase:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a part or step in a process : one part in a series of related events or actions",
"source": "MW"
},
"phase": {
"def": "(noun) a part or step in a process : one part in a series of related events or actions",
"source": "MW"
},
"philosophy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the study of ideas about knowledge, truth, the nature and meaning of life, etc. —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"philosophy": {
"def": "(noun) the study of ideas about knowledge, truth, the nature and meaning of life, etc. —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"phone:noun": {
"def": "(noun) telephone tag",
"source": "MW"
},
"phone:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to speak or try to speak to (someone) over a telephone system : telephone —often + up in British English —often + up in British English",
"source": "MW"
},
"phone:noun combining form": {
"def": "(noun combining form) sound —often used in the names of musical instruments and devices that relate to sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"phone": {
"def": "(noun) telephone: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"photo:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an occasion when a professional photographer takes pictures of someone famous for use in a magazine or for some other purpose —called also shoot, photocall",
"source": "MW"
},
"photo:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) related to light",
"source": "MW"
},
"photo": {
"def": "(noun) photograph",
"source": "MW"
},
"photograph:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a picture made by a camera —called also photo",
"source": "MW"
},
"photograph:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take a photograph of (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"photograph": {
"def": "(noun) a picture made by a camera —called also photo",
"source": "MW"
},
"photographer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who takes photographs especially as a job",
"source": "MW"
},
"photographer": {
"def": "(noun) a person who takes photographs especially as a job",
"source": "MW"
},
"photography:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the art, process, or job of taking pictures with a camera",
"source": "MW"
},
"photography:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) using methods that are meant to deceive someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"photography": {
"def": "(noun) the art, process, or job of taking pictures with a camera",
"source": "MW"
},
"phrase:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an opportunity or responsibility to do or use something before or after other people —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"phrase:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to create (a new word or phrase) that other people begin to use",
"source": "MW"
},
"phrase": {
"def": "(noun) a group of two or more words that express a single idea but do not usually form a complete sentence",
"source": "MW"
},
"physics:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a science that deals with matter and energy and the way they act on each other in heat, light, electricity, and sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"physics": {
"def": "(noun) a science that deals with matter and energy and the way they act on each other in heat, light, electricity, and sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"piano:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long step —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"piano:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) quietly or softly",
"source": "MW"
},
"piano": {
"def": "(noun) a large musical instrument with a keyboard that you play by pressing black and white keys and that produces sound when small hammers inside the piano hit steel wires",
"source": "MW"
},
"picture:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large window that is made from a single piece of glass",
"source": "MW"
},
"picture:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have a thought, understanding, or idea about (something or someone) : imagine",
"source": "MW"
},
"picture:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very pretty or charming : like a picture on a picture postcard",
"source": "MW"
},
"picture": {
"def": "(noun) a painting, drawing, or photograph of someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"pilot:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a device that steers a ship, aircraft, or spacecraft in place of a person —called also automatic pilot",
"source": "MW"
},
"pilot:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to fly (an airplane, spacecraft, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"pilot:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done as a test to see if a larger program, study, etc., should be done",
"source": "MW"
},
"pilot": {
"def": "(noun) a person who flies an airplane, helicopter, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"pin:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a metal pin that is used for attaching things and that has a point at one end and a cover at the other into which the pointed end fits",
"source": "MW"
},
"pin:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be aware of (sound) through the ear",
"source": "MW"
},
"pin:abbreviation": {
"def": "(abbreviation) personal identification number",
"source": "MW"
},
"pin": {
"def": "(noun) a thin, pointed piece of stiff wire with a rounded head at one end that is used especially for fastening pieces of cloth",
"source": "MW"
},
"pink:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very bright pink color",
"source": "MW"
},
"pink:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) traditionally held by women",
"source": "MW"
},
"pink:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to try to make (someone) laugh by lightly touching a very sensitive part of the body with your fingers, a feather, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"pink": {
"def": "(noun) a pale red color : a color that is a mixture of red and white",
"source": "MW"
},
"pipe:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a device that is designed to explode in order to injure or kill people or to damage or destroy property —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"pipe:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to carry or move (something, such as water or oil) in a pipe—often used as (be) piped",
"source": "MW"
},
"pipe": {
"def": "(noun) a long, hollow tube for carrying water, steam, gas, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"pitch:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a speech that you give in order to persuade someone to buy something —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"pitch:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to throw or toss (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"pitch:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having exactly the right tone or style",
"source": "MW"
},
"pitch": {
"def": "(noun) the highness or lowness of a sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"pithy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) using few words in a clever and effective way",
"source": "MW"
},
"pithy": {
"def": "(adjective) using few words in a clever and effective way",
"source": "MW"
},
"placid:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not easily upset or excited",
"source": "MW"
},
"placid": {
"def": "(adjective) not easily upset or excited",
"source": "MW"
},
"plane:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large hollow container filled with air that is used to make a structure (such as a boat, airplane, or bridge) float on top of water",
"source": "MW"
},
"plane:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (a piece of wood) smooth or level by cutting off thin pieces with a special tool (called a plane)",
"source": "MW"
},
"plane": {
"def": "(noun) a vehicle that has wings and an engine and can carry people or things in the air : airplane —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"planet:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large, round object in space (such as the Earth) that travels around a star (such as the sun)",
"source": "MW"
},
"planet": {
"def": "(noun) a large, round object in space (such as the Earth) that travels around a star (such as the sun)",
"source": "MW"
},
"planning:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a plan for playing a game (such as American football or soccer)",
"source": "MW"
},
"planning:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to think about and arrange the parts or details of (something) before it happens or is made —sometimes + out",
"source": "MW"
},
"planning": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of making a plan to achieve or do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"plant:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a plant that is often grown in people's houses and that has long narrow leaves and stems which produce smaller plants at the end",
"source": "MW"
},
"plant:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or go up (something) using your feet and often your hands",
"source": "MW"
},
"plant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) suitable for being planted in large groups in a flower bed",
"source": "MW"
},
"plant": {
"def": "(noun) a living thing that grows in the ground, usually has leaves or flowers, and needs sun and water to survive",
"source": "MW"
},
"plastic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) thin, clear plastic that is used to wrap food or to cover containers that have food in them —called also (British) cling film",
"source": "MW"
},
"plastic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made or consisting of plastic",
"source": "MW"
},
"plastic": {
"def": "(noun) a light, strong substance that can be made into different shapes and that is used for making many common products",
"source": "MW"
},
"platform:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large spacecraft in which people live for long periods of time in order to do research and experiments",
"source": "MW"
},
"platform": {
"def": "(noun) a flat surface that is raised higher than the floor or ground and that people stand on when performing or speaking",
"source": "MW"
},
"player:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a computer format for creating sound files (such as songs) that are much smaller than standard sound files—often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"player:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) worth a lot of money",
"source": "MW"
},
"player": {
"def": "(noun) a person who plays a sport or game",
"source": "MW"
},
"pleasant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing a feeling of happiness or pleasure",
"source": "MW"
},
"pleasant:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the tendency of someone to become angry",
"source": "MW"
},
"pleasant": {
"def": "(adjective) causing a feeling of happiness or pleasure",
"source": "MW"
},
"please:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to ask for something in a polite way",
"source": "MW"
},
"please:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) happy or satisfied —used in the phrase to please",
"source": "MW"
},
"please": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to ask for something in a polite way",
"source": "MW"
},
"pleasure:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an activity that involves making something in a skillful way by using your hands",
"source": "MW"
},
"pleasure:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to combine (two or more things) to make one thing that is the same throughout : to combine (two or more substances) to make a different substance",
"source": "MW"
},
"pleasure:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not hard to understand or do",
"source": "MW"
},
"pleasure": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of happiness, enjoyment, or satisfaction : a pleasant or pleasing feeling",
"source": "MW"
},
"plenty:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) a large number or amount of something : a number or amount of something that is enough for a particular purpose —often + of —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"plenty:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a cold-blooded animal that lives in water, breathes with gills, and usually has fins and scales",
"source": "MW"
},
"plenty:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to a great degree : more than enough",
"source": "MW"
},
"plenty:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or travel to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"plenty": {
"def": "(pronoun) a large number or amount of something : a number or amount of something that is enough for a particular purpose —often + of —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"plot:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that causes things to happen in a story in a way that does not seem natural or believable",
"source": "MW"
},
"plot:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) thick or thicker or to become thick or thicker",
"source": "MW"
},
"plot": {
"def": "(noun) an area of land that has been measured and is considered as a unit",
"source": "MW"
},
"plus:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a value that is above zero : positive",
"source": "MW"
},
"plus:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a clothing size made for large women",
"source": "MW"
},
"plus:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to indicate that one number or amount is being subtracted from another",
"source": "MW"
},
"plus:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) in addition : and",
"source": "MW"
},
"plus": {
"def": "(adjective) having a value that is above zero : positive",
"source": "MW"
},
"pocket:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a movement or condition of the air that causes an airplane to make a brief and sudden downward drop",
"source": "MW"
},
"pocket:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give off heat, light, and gases",
"source": "MW"
},
"pocket:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) paid for with your own money rather than with money from another source (such as the company you work for or an insurance company)",
"source": "MW"
},
"pocket": {
"def": "(noun) a usually small cloth bag that is sewn into a piece of clothing, a larger bag, etc., and that is open at the top or side so that you can put things into it",
"source": "MW"
},
"poem:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of writing that usually has figurative language and that is written in separate lines that often have a repeated rhythm and sometimes rhyme",
"source": "MW"
},
"poem": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of writing that usually has figurative language and that is written in separate lines that often have a repeated rhythm and sometimes rhyme",
"source": "MW"
},
"poet:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a poet who is honored by being chosen for an official position by a ruler or government",
"source": "MW"
},
"poet": {
"def": "(noun) a person who writes poems",
"source": "MW"
},
"poetry:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act or process of moving : movement",
"source": "MW"
},
"poetry": {
"def": "(noun) the writings of a poet : poems",
"source": "MW"
},
"poignant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing a strong feeling of sadness",
"source": "MW"
},
"poignant": {
"def": "(adjective) causing a strong feeling of sadness",
"source": "MW"
},
"pointed:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) ending in a point",
"source": "MW"
},
"pointed:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to blame (someone) for something wrong or illegal : to say that someone is guilty of a fault or crime —often + of —sometimes used humorously",
"source": "MW"
},
"pointed": {
"def": "(adjective) ending in a point",
"source": "MW"
},
"poisonous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing sickness or death by entering or touching the body : containing poison",
"source": "MW"
},
"poisonous": {
"def": "(adjective) causing sickness or death by entering or touching the body : containing poison",
"source": "MW"
},
"poke:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to push your finger or something thin or pointed into or at someone or something —often + at",
"source": "MW"
},
"poke:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an animal that has a fat body with short legs, a small tail, and a wide nose and that is raised on a farm or lives in the wild",
"source": "MW"
},
"poke": {
"def": "(verb) to push your finger or something thin or pointed into or at someone or something —often + at",
"source": "MW"
},
"police:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an organized part of a military force (such as an army) that acts as the police for that force",
"source": "MW"
},
"police:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to control and keep order in (an area) by the use of police or military forces",
"source": "MW"
},
"police": {
"def": "(noun) the people or the department of people who enforce laws, investigate crimes, and make arrests —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"policeman:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an organized part of a military force (such as an army) that acts as the police for that force",
"source": "MW"
},
"policeman": {
"def": "(noun) a man who is a police officer",
"source": "MW"
},
"policy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who knows a lot about the details of a particular field (such as politics) and often talks a lot about that subject",
"source": "MW"
},
"policy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe a military policy in which all the houses, crops, factories, etc., in an area are destroyed so that an enemy cannot use them",
"source": "MW"
},
"policy": {
"def": "(noun) an officially accepted set of rules or ideas about what should be done",
"source": "MW"
},
"polite:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing good manners or respect for other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"polite:noun": {
"def": "(noun) people in general thought of as living together in organized communities with shared laws, traditions, and values",
"source": "MW"
},
"polite": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing good manners or respect for other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"political:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not avoiding language or behavior that could offend a particular group of people",
"source": "MW"
},
"political:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is kept in a prison",
"source": "MW"
},
"political": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to politics or government",
"source": "MW"
},
"politician:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who is active in government usually as an elected official",
"source": "MW"
},
"politician": {
"def": "(noun) someone who is active in government usually as an elected official",
"source": "MW"
},
"politics:noun": {
"def": "(noun) politics based on the use of military or economic power to influence the actions and decisions of other governments",
"source": "MW"
},
"politics": {
"def": "(noun) activities that relate to influencing the actions and policies of a government or getting and keeping power in a government —often used with a plural verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"pollution:noun": {
"def": "(noun) loud or unpleasant noise that is caused by automobiles, airplanes, etc., and that is harmful or annoying to the people who can hear it",
"source": "MW"
},
"pollution": {
"def": "(noun) the action or process of making land, water, air, etc., dirty and not safe or suitable to use",
"source": "MW"
},
"pompous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing the attitude of people who speak and behave in a very formal and serious way because they believe that they are better, smarter, or more important than other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"pompous": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing the attitude of people who speak and behave in a very formal and serious way because they believe that they are better, smarter, or more important than other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"pool:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an area of water that is left on a beach after the tide has fallen",
"source": "MW"
},
"pool:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to combine (something) to form a supply which can be used by a group of people",
"source": "MW"
},
"pool": {
"def": "(noun) swimming pool",
"source": "MW"
},
"popular:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) exactly opposite to something else : entirely different from something else",
"source": "MW"
},
"popular:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the sweet, sour, bitter, or salty quality of a thing that you can sense when it is in your mouth : the flavor that you can taste when you eat or drink something —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"popular": {
"def": "(adjective) liked or enjoyed by many people —often + with or among",
"source": "MW"
},
"popularity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a contest or situation in which the person who wins or is most successful is the one who is most popular rather than the one who is most skillful, qualified, etc. —often used to say that someone or something is not popular",
"source": "MW"
},
"popularity": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being liked, enjoyed, accepted, or done by a large number of people : the quality or state of being popular",
"source": "MW"
},
"population:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a slow and gradual movement or change from one place, condition, etc., to another",
"source": "MW"
},
"population": {
"def": "(noun) the number of people who live in a place —often + of —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"portrait:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a painting or drawing of yourself that is done by yourself",
"source": "MW"
},
"portrait": {
"def": "(noun) a painting, drawing, or photograph of a person that usually only includes the person's head and shoulders",
"source": "MW"
},
"pose:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be or create (a possible threat, danger, problem, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"pose:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the position in which someone stands, sits, lies down, etc., especially as a model for a photograph, painting, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"pose": {
"def": "(verb) to be or create (a possible threat, danger, problem, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"positive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having Rh factor in the blood",
"source": "MW"
},
"positive:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something which shows that something else is true or correct —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"positive:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use a set of questions or problems to measure someone's skills, knowledge, or abilities —often + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"positive": {
"def": "(adjective) good or useful",
"source": "MW"
},
"possession:noun": {
"def": "(noun) —used to describe a situation in which property (such as a house) is vacant when it is sold so that the new owner can move in immediately",
"source": "MW"
},
"possession:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing control of your feelings or actions especially in a difficult situation",
"source": "MW"
},
"possession": {
"def": "(noun) the condition of having or owning something",
"source": "MW"
},
"possibility:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an area of activity, interest, or knowledge",
"source": "MW"
},
"possibility:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to lift or move (something or someone) to a higher position",
"source": "MW"
},
"possibility": {
"def": "(noun) a chance that something might exist, happen, or be true : the state or fact of being possible —usually + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"possibly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to say something might happen, exist, or be true but is not certain",
"source": "MW"
},
"possibly:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be able to (do something) : to know how to (do something) : to have the power or skill to (do something) : to be designed to (do something) —sometimes used without a following verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"possibly": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to say something might happen, exist, or be true but is not certain",
"source": "MW"
},
"post:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a store at a military post—abbr. PX",
"source": "MW"
},
"post:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to assign (someone, such as a guard) to stand or stay at a particular place",
"source": "MW"
},
"post:prefix": {
"def": "(prefix) after or later than",
"source": "MW"
},
"post:trademark": {
"def": "(trademark) —used for a small, colored slip of paper with a sticky edge",
"source": "MW"
},
"post": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of wood or metal that is set in an upright position into or on the ground especially as a support or marker",
"source": "MW"
},
"post-war:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening, existing, or made after a war; especially : happening, existing, or made after World War II",
"source": "MW"
},
"post-war": {
"def": "(adjective) happening, existing, or made after a war; especially : happening, existing, or made after World War II",
"source": "MW"
},
"poster:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a bed with tall posts at each of its four corners —called also four-poster bed",
"source": "MW"
},
"poster": {
"def": "(noun) a usually large printed notice often having a picture on it that is put in a public place to advertise something",
"source": "MW"
},
"posture:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the way in which your body is positioned when you are sitting or standing",
"source": "MW"
},
"posture": {
"def": "(noun) the way in which your body is positioned when you are sitting or standing",
"source": "MW"
},
"pot:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place (such as a city or country) where different types of people live together and gradually create one community—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"pot:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to plant (something) in a pot",
"source": "MW"
},
"pot": {
"def": "(noun) a deep, round container that is used for cooking",
"source": "MW"
},
"potato:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large root of a tropical plant that has orange skin and orange flesh, that is eaten as a vegetable, and that tastes sweet",
"source": "MW"
},
"potato": {
"def": "(noun) a round root of a plant that has brown, yellow, or red skin and white or yellow flesh and that is eaten as a vegetable",
"source": "MW"
},
"potential:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) capable of becoming real : possible",
"source": "MW"
},
"potential:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the process of growing: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"potential": {
"def": "(adjective) capable of becoming real : possible",
"source": "MW"
},
"potion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a drink that is meant to have a special or magical effect on someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"potion": {
"def": "(noun) a drink that is meant to have a special or magical effect on someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"pound:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of very large ape that has black fur and that comes from Africa",
"source": "MW"
},
"pound:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit (something or someone) with force again and again —often + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"pound": {
"def": "(noun) a unit of weight that is equal to 16 ounces or 0.4536 kilograms",
"source": "MW"
},
"poverty:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a situation in which a person who is poor is unable to escape from poverty; especially, chiefly British : a situation in which a poor person who gets a job will remain poor because the amount of money that person receives from the government will be reduced",
"source": "MW"
},
"poverty": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being poor",
"source": "MW"
},
"powder:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a mixture of spices that are used in Indian cooking to give a hot flavor to food",
"source": "MW"
},
"powder:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put powder on (your face or body)",
"source": "MW"
},
"powder": {
"def": "(noun) a dry substance made up of very tiny pieces of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"practical:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to what is real rather than to what is possible or imagined",
"source": "MW"
},
"practical:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the reason why something is done or used : the aim or intention of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"practical": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to what is real rather than to what is possible or imagined",
"source": "MW"
},
"practice:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a speech about religion in a church or other public place : to deliver a sermon",
"source": "MW"
},
"practice:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a professional business (such as that of a lawyer or doctor) that is not controlled or paid for by the government or a larger company (such as a hospital)",
"source": "MW"
},
"practice:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having no mistakes or flaws",
"source": "MW"
},
"practice": {
"def": "(verb) to do something again and again in order to become better at it",
"source": "MW"
},
"practise:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do something again and again in order to become better at it",
"source": "MW"
},
"practise:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the activity of doing something again and again in order to become better at it",
"source": "MW"
},
"practise": {
"def": "(verb) to do something again and again in order to become better at it",
"source": "MW"
},
"pragmatic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) dealing with the problems that exist in a specific situation in a reasonable and logical way instead of depending on ideas and theories",
"source": "MW"
},
"pragmatic": {
"def": "(adjective) dealing with the problems that exist in a specific situation in a reasonable and logical way instead of depending on ideas and theories",
"source": "MW"
},
"praise:verb": {
"def": "(verb) —used to show that you are angry or annoyed at a person, thing, or situation",
"source": "MW"
},
"praise:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the space over the Earth where the sun, moon, stars, and clouds appear",
"source": "MW"
},
"praise:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not clearly seen, heard, tasted, felt, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"praise:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"praise": {
"def": "(verb) to say or write good things about (someone or something) : to express approval of (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"pray:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to allow or permit (someone or something) to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"pray": {
"def": "(verb) to speak to God especially in order to give thanks or to ask for something —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"prayer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a part of an animal's body that is used for flying or gliding",
"source": "MW"
},
"prayer": {
"def": "(noun) words spoken to God especially in order to give thanks or to ask for something —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"precarious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not safe, strong, or steady",
"source": "MW"
},
"precarious": {
"def": "(adjective) not safe, strong, or steady",
"source": "MW"
},
"precipitous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very steep",
"source": "MW"
},
"precipitous": {
"def": "(adjective) very steep",
"source": "MW"
},
"precocious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing the qualities or abilities of an adult at an unusually early age",
"source": "MW"
},
"precocious": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing the qualities or abilities of an adult at an unusually early age",
"source": "MW"
},
"predict:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say that (something) will or might happen in the future",
"source": "MW"
},
"predict": {
"def": "(verb) to say that (something) will or might happen in the future",
"source": "MW"
},
"prediction:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a statement about what will happen or might happen in the future",
"source": "MW"
},
"prediction": {
"def": "(noun) a statement about what will happen or might happen in the future",
"source": "MW"
},
"predilection:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a natural liking for something : a tendency to do or to be attracted to something —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"predilection": {
"def": "(noun) a natural liking for something : a tendency to do or to be attracted to something —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"pregnant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a baby or babies developing inside the body —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"pregnant": {
"def": "(adjective) having a baby or babies developing inside the body —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"preparation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the activity or process of making something ready or of becoming ready for something —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"preparation": {
"def": "(noun) the activity or process of making something ready or of becoming ready for something —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"prepared:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made at an earlier time for later use : made ready in advance",
"source": "MW"
},
"prepared:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone or something) ready for some activity, purpose, use, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"prepared:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a bad or imperfect way : badly poorly —often hyphenated",
"source": "MW"
},
"prepared:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a legal document in which a person states who should receive his or her possessions after he or she dies",
"source": "MW"
},
"prepared": {
"def": "(adjective) made at an earlier time for later use : made ready in advance",
"source": "MW"
},
"presence:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a particular point or period in the growth or development of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"presence:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be aware of (sound) through the ear",
"source": "MW"
},
"presence:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a powerful or important quality that attracts attention, respect, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"presence": {
"def": "(noun) the fact of being in a particular place : the state of being present—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"present:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a gun or other weapon that is used especially in a war—usually plural —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"present:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to think of (someone or something) in a specified way—usually used as (be) accounted",
"source": "MW"
},
"present:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not past or future : existing or happening now",
"source": "MW"
},
"present": {
"def": "(noun) something that you give to someone especially as a way of showing affection or thanks : gift",
"source": "MW"
},
"presentation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an activity in which someone shows, describes, or explains something to a group of people",
"source": "MW"
},
"presentation": {
"def": "(noun) an activity in which someone shows, describes, or explains something to a group of people",
"source": "MW"
},
"preserve:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to keep (something) in its original state or in good condition",
"source": "MW"
},
"preserve:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an area where animals and plants are protected and that has few buildings or homes —called also (US) nature preserve",
"source": "MW"
},
"preserve": {
"def": "(verb) to keep (something) in its original state or in good condition",
"source": "MW"
},
"president:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to grow, change, etc., that separates plants and animals from things like water or rocks",
"source": "MW"
},
"president:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to lead or take part in a campaign to support or oppose someone or something or to achieve something",
"source": "MW"
},
"president": {
"def": "(noun) the head of the government in some countries —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"pressure:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling that you must do the same things as other people of your age and social group in order to be liked or respected by them",
"source": "MW"
},
"pressure:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to carry or move (something) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"pressure:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) using or involving forceful methods to sell something",
"source": "MW"
},
"pressure": {
"def": "(noun) the weight or force that is produced when something presses or pushes against something else",
"source": "MW"
},
"presumptuous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) too confident especially in a way that is rude : done or made without permission, right, or good reason",
"source": "MW"
},
"presumptuous": {
"def": "(adjective) too confident especially in a way that is rude : done or made without permission, right, or good reason",
"source": "MW"
},
"pretend:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to act as if something is true when it is not true",
"source": "MW"
},
"pretend:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not real : imaginary",
"source": "MW"
},
"pretend": {
"def": "(verb) to act as if something is true when it is not true",
"source": "MW"
},
"pretty:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) attractive to look at usually in a simple or delicate way —used especially of a girl or woman",
"source": "MW"
},
"pretty:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to a great degree or extent",
"source": "MW"
},
"pretty:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to perform (an action or activity)",
"source": "MW"
},
"pretty:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the sense through which a person or animal becomes aware of light, color, etc., by using the eyes : the ability to see",
"source": "MW"
},
"pretty": {
"def": "(adjective) attractive to look at usually in a simple or delicate way —used especially of a girl or woman",
"source": "MW"
},
"previous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) existing or happening before the present time",
"source": "MW"
},
"previous": {
"def": "(adjective) existing or happening before the present time",
"source": "MW"
},
"previously:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) existing or happening before the present time",
"source": "MW"
},
"previously": {
"def": "(adjective) existing or happening before the present time",
"source": "MW"
},
"price:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the amount of money that is needed to make or get something that you are going to sell",
"source": "MW"
},
"price:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say or decide how much something costs : to give a price to (something) —usually used as (be) priced",
"source": "MW"
},
"price": {
"def": "(noun) the amount of money that you pay for something or that something costs —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"primary:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) most important : main",
"source": "MW"
},
"primary:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a school in the U.S. for young children —called also primary school",
"source": "MW"
},
"primary": {
"def": "(adjective) most important : main",
"source": "MW"
},
"prime:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) most important : primary",
"source": "MW"
},
"prime:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the time in the evening when the largest number of people are watching television",
"source": "MW"
},
"prime:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) ready to do something : prepare",
"source": "MW"
},
"prime": {
"def": "(adjective) most important : primary",
"source": "MW"
},
"primordial:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) existing from the beginning of time : very ancient",
"source": "MW"
},
"primordial": {
"def": "(adjective) existing from the beginning of time : very ancient",
"source": "MW"
},
"principal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) most important : chief",
"source": "MW"
},
"principal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the skin on the top of your head where hair grows",
"source": "MW"
},
"principal": {
"def": "(adjective) most important : chief",
"source": "MW"
},
"principle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is being done, talked about, or thought about —often used in an ironic way to refer to a difficult or important situation or problem",
"source": "MW"
},
"principle:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to direct or lead (someone) —often + through or to",
"source": "MW"
},
"principle": {
"def": "(noun) a moral rule or belief that helps you know what is right and wrong and that influences your actions",
"source": "MW"
},
"print:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to seem to be something : to make someone think that a person or thing has a particular characteristic : look seem —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"print:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an official document, card, etc., that gives you permission to do, use, or have something —often used to refer specifically to a driver's license",
"source": "MW"
},
"print:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or writing for books, magazines, newspapers, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"print:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a direction away from the inside or center of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"print": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (words, images, etc.) to appear on paper or cloth by using a machine (called a printer)",
"source": "MW"
},
"printer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a computer printer that prints an image formed by a laser beam",
"source": "MW"
},
"printer": {
"def": "(noun) a machine that is used for printing documents, photographs, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"printing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a machine that prints books, magazines, newspapers, etc., usually in large numbers",
"source": "MW"
},
"printing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (words, images, etc.) to appear on paper or cloth by using a machine (called a printer)",
"source": "MW"
},
"printing": {
"def": "(noun) the process of producing books, magazines, etc. by using machinery",
"source": "MW"
},
"priority:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is more important than other things and that needs to be done or dealt with first",
"source": "MW"
},
"priority": {
"def": "(noun) something that is more important than other things and that needs to be done or dealt with first",
"source": "MW"
},
"prisoner:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a soldier who has been captured during a war by the enemy —called also POW",
"source": "MW"
},
"prisoner:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to carry or move (something) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"prisoner": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is kept in a prison",
"source": "MW"
},
"privacy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of invading something: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"privacy:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to enter (a place, such as a foreign country) in order to take control by military force",
"source": "MW"
},
"privacy": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being alone : the state of being away from other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"private:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) for the use of a single person or group : belonging to one person or group : not public",
"source": "MW"
},
"private:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a school that does not get money from the government and that is run by a group of private individuals",
"source": "MW"
},
"private": {
"def": "(adjective) for the use of a single person or group : belonging to one person or group : not public",
"source": "MW"
},
"prize:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of a number of prizes that are awarded in the U.S. each year for excellent work in writing, reporting, or music composition —called also Pulitzer",
"source": "MW"
},
"prize:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) given as an award or prize",
"source": "MW"
},
"prize:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to open or move (something) with a tool —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"prize": {
"def": "(noun) something that is won in a contest or given as an award",
"source": "MW"
},
"problem:noun": {
"def": "(noun) information that tells you or warns you about something that is going to happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"problem:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) difficult to deal with",
"source": "MW"
},
"problem:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be in a flat position on a surface (such as a bed)",
"source": "MW"
},
"problem": {
"def": "(noun) something that is difficult to deal with : something that is a source of trouble, worry, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"procedure:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a series of actions that are done in a certain way or order : an established or accepted way of doing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"procedure": {
"def": "(noun) a series of actions that are done in a certain way or order : an established or accepted way of doing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"proclivity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a strong natural liking for something that is usually bad : a tendency to do something that is usually bad—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"proclivity": {
"def": "(noun) a strong natural liking for something that is usually bad : a tendency to do something that is usually bad—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"produce:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to produce very large amounts of (something) usually by using machinery",
"source": "MW"
},
"produce:noun": {
"def": "(noun) fresh fruits and vegetables",
"source": "MW"
},
"produce": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) especially by using machines",
"source": "MW"
},
"producer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who is in charge of making and usually providing the money for a play, movie, record, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"producer": {
"def": "(noun) someone who is in charge of making and usually providing the money for a play, movie, record, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"product:noun": {
"def": "(noun) useless material that is produced when making something else",
"source": "MW"
},
"product": {
"def": "(noun) something that is made or grown to be sold or used —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"production:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a line of machines, equipment, workers, etc., in a factory that builds a product by passing work from one station to the next until the product is finished —called also line",
"source": "MW"
},
"production:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to produce very large amounts of (something) usually by using machinery",
"source": "MW"
},
"production": {
"def": "(noun) the process of making or growing something for sale or use —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"profession:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of job that requires special education, training, or skill",
"source": "MW"
},
"profession": {
"def": "(noun) a type of job that requires special education, training, or skill",
"source": "MW"
},
"professional:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to a job that requires special education, training, or skill",
"source": "MW"
},
"professional:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a foul that is made on purpose especially to prevent the other team from scoring a goal",
"source": "MW"
},
"professional": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to a job that requires special education, training, or skill",
"source": "MW"
},
"professor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a teacher at a U.S. college or university who has a rank above an assistant professor and below a full professor",
"source": "MW"
},
"professor": {
"def": "(noun) a teacher especially of the highest rank at a college or university",
"source": "MW"
},
"profile:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the shape of a head or face that is seen or drawn from the side",
"source": "MW"
},
"profile:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give a brief description that provides information about (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"profile:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) attracting a lot of attention in newspapers, on television, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"profile": {
"def": "(noun) the shape of a head or face that is seen or drawn from the side",
"source": "MW"
},
"profligate:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) carelessly and foolishly wasting money, materials, etc. : very wasteful",
"source": "MW"
},
"profligate": {
"def": "(adjective) carelessly and foolishly wasting money, materials, etc. : very wasteful",
"source": "MW"
},
"program:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a radio or television program during which people compete with each other by trying to answer questions",
"source": "MW"
},
"program:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give (a computer) a set of instructions to perform a particular action : to create a program for (a computer) —often used as (be) programmed",
"source": "MW"
},
"program": {
"def": "(noun) a plan of things that are done in order to achieve a specific result",
"source": "MW"
},
"programme:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a plan of things that are done in order to achieve a specific result",
"source": "MW"
},
"programme:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give (a computer) a set of instructions to perform a particular action : to create a program for (a computer) —often used as (be) programmed",
"source": "MW"
},
"programme": {
"def": "(noun) a plan of things that are done in order to achieve a specific result",
"source": "MW"
},
"progress:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a job or activity that you do regularly especially in order to earn money",
"source": "MW"
},
"progress:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move forward in time",
"source": "MW"
},
"progress": {
"def": "(noun) movement forward or toward a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"project:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of houses or apartments that are built for poor people —called also (US) project",
"source": "MW"
},
"project:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to plan, calculate, or estimate (something) for a time in the future —often used as (be) projected",
"source": "MW"
},
"project": {
"def": "(noun) a planned piece of work that has a specific purpose (such as to find information or to make something new) and that usually requires a lot of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"proliferate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to increase in number or amount quickly",
"source": "MW"
},
"proliferate": {
"def": "(verb) to increase in number or amount quickly",
"source": "MW"
},
"promote:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to change the rank or position of (someone) to a higher or more important one",
"source": "MW"
},
"promote": {
"def": "(verb) to change the rank or position of (someone) to a higher or more important one",
"source": "MW"
},
"pronounce:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make the sound of (a word or letter) with your voice",
"source": "MW"
},
"pronounce": {
"def": "(verb) to make the sound of (a word or letter) with your voice",
"source": "MW"
},
"proof:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act of buying something",
"source": "MW"
},
"proof:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) good or useful",
"source": "MW"
},
"proof:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take food into your mouth and swallow it",
"source": "MW"
},
"proof": {
"def": "(noun) something which shows that something else is true or correct —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"proper:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very formal and proper",
"source": "MW"
},
"proper:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) completely and thoroughly",
"source": "MW"
},
"proper:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a word or group of words (such as \"Noah Webster,\" \"Kentucky,\" or \"U.S. Congress\") that is the name of a particular person, place, or thing and that usually begins with a capital letter —called also proper name",
"source": "MW"
},
"proper": {
"def": "(adjective) correct according to social or moral rules",
"source": "MW"
},
"properly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that is acceptable or suitable",
"source": "MW"
},
"properly": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that is acceptable or suitable",
"source": "MW"
},
"property:noun": {
"def": "(noun) physical harm that is done to something or to someone's body",
"source": "MW"
},
"property:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a high temperature",
"source": "MW"
},
"property": {
"def": "(noun) something that is owned by a person, business, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"propitious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) likely to have or produce good results",
"source": "MW"
},
"propitious": {
"def": "(adjective) likely to have or produce good results",
"source": "MW"
},
"proposal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a plan or suggestion) that is presented to a person or group of people to consider",
"source": "MW"
},
"proposal": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a plan or suggestion) that is presented to a person or group of people to consider",
"source": "MW"
},
"propose:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to suggest (something, such as a plan or theory) to a person or group of people to consider",
"source": "MW"
},
"propose": {
"def": "(verb) to suggest (something, such as a plan or theory) to a person or group of people to consider",
"source": "MW"
},
"prospect:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the possibility that something will happen in the future",
"source": "MW"
},
"prospect:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to search an area for gold, minerals, oil, etc.—often + for —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"prospect": {
"def": "(noun) the possibility that something will happen in the future",
"source": "MW"
},
"protection:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a number that indicates how well a cream, lotion, etc., protects your skin from the sun —called also sun protection factor",
"source": "MW"
},
"protection:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"protection": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being kept from harm, loss, etc. : the state of being protected —often + against —often + from",
"source": "MW"
},
"prove:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or travel to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"prove:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an idea that you try to make other people accept or understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"prove:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) helping to do or achieve something",
"source": "MW"
},
"prove": {
"def": "(verb) to show the existence, truth, or correctness of (something) by using evidence, logic, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"prowl:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move quietly through an area while hunting",
"source": "MW"
},
"prowl:noun": {
"def": "(noun) police car",
"source": "MW"
},
"prowl": {
"def": "(verb) to move quietly through an area while hunting",
"source": "MW"
},
"psychologist:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a scientist who specializes in the study and treatment of the mind and behavior : a specialist in psychology",
"source": "MW"
},
"psychologist:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or based on work done with real patients : of or relating to the medical treatment that is given to patients in hospitals, clinics, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"psychologist": {
"def": "(noun) a scientist who specializes in the study and treatment of the mind and behavior : a specialist in psychology",
"source": "MW"
},
"psychology:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a method of getting someone to do what you want by pretending not to want it or by pretending to want something else",
"source": "MW"
},
"psychology": {
"def": "(noun) the science or study of the mind and behavior",
"source": "MW"
},
"pub:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a visit to several or many pubs or bars in one night",
"source": "MW"
},
"pub:abbreviation": {
"def": "(abbreviation) published; publisher; publishing",
"source": "MW"
},
"pub": {
"def": "(noun) a building or room especially in Britain or Ireland where alcoholic drinks and often food are served",
"source": "MW"
},
"public:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or affecting all or most of the people of a country, state, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"public:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the health of people in general",
"source": "MW"
},
"public": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or affecting all or most of the people of a country, state, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"publication:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of producing a book, magazine, etc., and making it available to the public",
"source": "MW"
},
"publication": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of producing a book, magazine, etc., and making it available to the public",
"source": "MW"
},
"publish:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to prepare and produce (a book, magazine, etc.) for sale",
"source": "MW"
},
"publish": {
"def": "(verb) to prepare and produce (a book, magazine, etc.) for sale",
"source": "MW"
},
"punish:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) suffer for a crime or for bad behavior",
"source": "MW"
},
"punish": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) suffer for a crime or for bad behavior",
"source": "MW"
},
"punishment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who eats too much",
"source": "MW"
},
"punishment:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe people who hurt others and do not feel sorry about it",
"source": "MW"
},
"punishment:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"punishment": {
"def": "(noun) the act of punishing someone or a way of punishing someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"pupil:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the small, black, round area at the center of the eye",
"source": "MW"
},
"pupil": {
"def": "(noun) a child or young person who is being taught : student",
"source": "MW"
},
"purchase:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to buy (property, goods, etc.) : to get (something) by paying money for it",
"source": "MW"
},
"purchase:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something which shows that something else is true or correct —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"purchase": {
"def": "(verb) to buy (property, goods, etc.) : to get (something) by paying money for it",
"source": "MW"
},
"purple:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a period of good luck or success",
"source": "MW"
},
"purple:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of the color purple",
"source": "MW"
},
"purple": {
"def": "(noun) a color that is between red and blue",
"source": "MW"
},
"purpose:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the quality of being clear: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"purpose:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or coming at the end of a process, series of events, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"purpose:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give (food or drink) to someone at a meal, in a restaurant, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"purpose": {
"def": "(noun) the reason why something is done or used : the aim or intention of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"qualification:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a special skill or type of experience or knowledge that makes someone suitable to do a particular job or activity—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"qualification": {
"def": "(noun) a special skill or type of experience or knowledge that makes someone suitable to do a particular job or activity—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"qualified:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having the necessary skill, experience, or knowledge to do a particular job or activity : having the qualifications to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"qualified:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give (someone) the necessary skill or knowledge to do a particular job or activity",
"source": "MW"
},
"qualified": {
"def": "(adjective) having the necessary skill, experience, or knowledge to do a particular job or activity : having the qualifications to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"qualify:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give (someone) the necessary skill or knowledge to do a particular job or activity",
"source": "MW"
},
"qualify": {
"def": "(verb) to give (someone) the necessary skill or knowledge to do a particular job or activity",
"source": "MW"
},
"quantity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone whose job is to estimate the amount and cost of materials and the time needed for building something",
"source": "MW"
},
"quantity:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not well-known : not famous",
"source": "MW"
},
"quantity": {
"def": "(noun) an amount or number of something —often + of —abbr. qty.",
"source": "MW"
},
"querulous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) complaining in an annoyed way",
"source": "MW"
},
"querulous": {
"def": "(adjective) complaining in an annoyed way",
"source": "MW"
},
"queue:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of going ahead of other people in a queue instead of waiting your turn",
"source": "MW"
},
"queue:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move your body upward from the ground and often forward, backward, or sideways through the air by pushing with your legs",
"source": "MW"
},
"queue": {
"def": "(noun) a line of people who are waiting for something",
"source": "MW"
},
"quit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to leave (a job, school, career, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"quit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the activity of smoking a cigarette, cigar, pipe, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"quit": {
"def": "(verb) to leave (a job, school, career, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"quiver:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to shake because of fear, cold, nervousness, etc. : tremble —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"quiver:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a shaking sound, movement, or feeling that is caused by fear or other strong emotions—usually singular —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"quiver": {
"def": "(verb) to shake because of fear, cold, nervousness, etc. : tremble —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"quotation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of a pair of punctuation marks \" \" or ' ' that are used to show the beginning and the end of a quotation, to show that something is a title, to show that a word or phrase is being used in a special way, etc.—usually plural —called also (British) inverted comma",
"source": "MW"
},
"quotation": {
"def": "(noun) something that a person says or writes that is repeated or used by someone else in another piece of writing or a speech",
"source": "MW"
},
"quote:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to repeat (something written or said by another person) exactly—often + from",
"source": "MW"
},
"quote:noun": {
"def": "(noun) —used in speech with quote to show that you are exactly repeating someone else's words",
"source": "MW"
},
"quote": {
"def": "(verb) to repeat (something written or said by another person) exactly—often + from",
"source": "MW"
},
"racing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the thing that is measured as seconds, minutes, hours, days, years, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"racing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to compete in a race",
"source": "MW"
},
"racing": {
"def": "(noun) the sport or profession of racing horses, cars, etc. —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"radio:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small radio that has transistors",
"source": "MW"
},
"radio:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to send a message to someone by radio",
"source": "MW"
},
"radio:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe something that surprises and usually upsets people",
"source": "MW"
},
"radio": {
"def": "(noun) the system or process that is used for sending and receiving signals through the air without using wires —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"rampart:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a tall, thick stone or dirt wall that is built around a castle, town, etc., to protect it from attacks—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"rampart": {
"def": "(noun) a tall, thick stone or dirt wall that is built around a castle, town, etc., to protect it from attacks—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"rancorous:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an angry feeling of hatred or dislike for someone who has treated you unfairly",
"source": "MW"
},
"rancorous": {
"def": "(noun) an angry feeling of hatred or dislike for someone who has treated you unfairly",
"source": "MW"
},
"range:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a chance that something might exist, happen, or be true : the state or fact of being possible —usually + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"range:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to include everything between specified limits",
"source": "MW"
},
"range:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of the best quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"range": {
"def": "(noun) a group or collection of different things or people that are usually similar in some way—usually singular—usually + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"ranger:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person in charge of managing and protecting part of a public forest —called also forest ranger",
"source": "MW"
},
"ranger": {
"def": "(noun) a person in charge of managing and protecting part of a public forest —called also forest ranger",
"source": "MW"
},
"rapacious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) always wanting more money, possessions, etc. : wanting more than is needed or deserved",
"source": "MW"
},
"rapacious": {
"def": "(adjective) always wanting more money, possessions, etc. : wanting more than is needed or deserved",
"source": "MW"
},
"rapidly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening in a short amount of time : happening quickly",
"source": "MW"
},
"rapidly": {
"def": "(adjective) happening in a short amount of time : happening quickly",
"source": "MW"
},
"rare:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) in the middle of a range of possible sizes, amounts, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"rare:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a particular kind of dog, cat, horse, etc. : a kind of animal that has been produced by breeding",
"source": "MW"
},
"rare": {
"def": "(adjective) not common or usual : not often done, seen, or happening",
"source": "MW"
},
"rarely:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at any time",
"source": "MW"
},
"rarely": {
"def": "(adverb) not very often",
"source": "MW"
},
"raucous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) loud and unpleasant to listen to",
"source": "MW"
},
"raucous": {
"def": "(adjective) loud and unpleasant to listen to",
"source": "MW"
},
"raw:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not cooked",
"source": "MW"
},
"raw:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the basic material that can be used to make or create something",
"source": "MW"
},
"raw": {
"def": "(adjective) not cooked",
"source": "MW"
},
"react:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to behave or change in a particular way when something happens, is said, etc. —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"react:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a series of events in which each event causes the next one : a series of events caused by one single event",
"source": "MW"
},
"react": {
"def": "(verb) to behave or change in a particular way when something happens, is said, etc. —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"reaction:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an often harmful and unwanted effect of a drug or chemical that occurs along with the desired effect",
"source": "MW"
},
"reaction": {
"def": "(noun) the way someone acts or feels in response to something that happens, is said, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"reader:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who is able to know another person's thoughts without being told what they are : someone who is able to read minds",
"source": "MW"
},
"reader:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to perform (written music) while reading it for the first time without practicing it",
"source": "MW"
},
"reader": {
"def": "(noun) a person who reads a book, magazine, newspaper, etc. —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"reading:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the writings of a poet : poems",
"source": "MW"
},
"reading:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to perform (written music) while reading it for the first time without practicing it",
"source": "MW"
},
"reading": {
"def": "(noun) the act of reading something",
"source": "MW"
},
"realistic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to see things as they really are and to deal with them in a practical way",
"source": "MW"
},
"realistic": {
"def": "(adjective) able to see things as they really are and to deal with them in a practical way",
"source": "MW"
},
"reality:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of touching someone or something—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"reality:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe television shows in which people who are not actors are shown living with, dealing with, and often competing against each other in real-life situations",
"source": "MW"
},
"reality:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to legally end your marriage with (your husband or wife)",
"source": "MW"
},
"reality": {
"def": "(noun) the true situation that exists : the real situation",
"source": "MW"
},
"reasonable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) fair and sensible",
"source": "MW"
},
"reasonable:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an exact copy",
"source": "MW"
},
"reasonable": {
"def": "(adjective) fair and sensible",
"source": "MW"
},
"recalcitrant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) stubbornly refusing to obey rules or orders",
"source": "MW"
},
"recalcitrant": {
"def": "(adjective) stubbornly refusing to obey rules or orders",
"source": "MW"
},
"recall:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to remember (something) from the past",
"source": "MW"
},
"recall:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an official order for someone or something to return",
"source": "MW"
},
"recall": {
"def": "(verb) to remember (something) from the past",
"source": "MW"
},
"receipt:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of paper on which the things that you buy or the services that you pay for are listed with the total amount paid and the prices for each",
"source": "MW"
},
"receipt": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of paper on which the things that you buy or the services that you pay for are listed with the total amount paid and the prices for each",
"source": "MW"
},
"reception:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of furniture that is like a table and often has drawers —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"reception": {
"def": "(noun) the kind of welcome that someone or something is given—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"recipe:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a flood, tornado, fire, plane crash, etc.) that happens suddenly and causes much suffering or loss to many people",
"source": "MW"
},
"recipe": {
"def": "(noun) a set of instructions for making food —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"recommend:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say that (someone or something) is good and deserves to be chosen",
"source": "MW"
},
"recommend": {
"def": "(verb) to say that (someone or something) is good and deserves to be chosen",
"source": "MW"
},
"recommendation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of saying that someone or something is good and deserves to be chosen",
"source": "MW"
},
"recommendation": {
"def": "(noun) the act of saying that someone or something is good and deserves to be chosen",
"source": "MW"
},
"record:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an award that is given to a singer or musical group for selling a lot of recordings",
"source": "MW"
},
"record:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to write (something) down so that it can be used or seen again in the future : to produce a record of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"record:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) better, greater, higher, etc., than any other in the past : beyond any previous record",
"source": "MW"
},
"record": {
"def": "(noun) an official written document that gives proof of something or tells about past events",
"source": "MW"
},
"recording:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long, narrow piece of material that is sticky on one side and that is used to stick things together or to cover or repair something",
"source": "MW"
},
"recording:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a recording of (something) on magnetic tape",
"source": "MW"
},
"recording": {
"def": "(noun) music, sounds, or images that have been stored on a record, CD, computer, etc., so that they can be heard or seen again",
"source": "MW"
},
"recrimination:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an angry statement in which you accuse or criticize a person who has accused or criticized you",
"source": "MW"
},
"recrimination:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"recrimination": {
"def": "(noun) an angry statement in which you accuse or criticize a person who has accused or criticized you",
"source": "MW"
},
"recycle:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make something new from (something that has been used before)",
"source": "MW"
},
"recycle": {
"def": "(verb) to make something new from (something that has been used before)",
"source": "MW"
},
"reduce:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) smaller in size, amount, number, etc. : decrease",
"source": "MW"
},
"reduce": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) smaller in size, amount, number, etc. : decrease",
"source": "MW"
},
"reduction:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of making something smaller in size, amount, number, etc. : the act of reducing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"reduction": {
"def": "(noun) the act of making something smaller in size, amount, number, etc. : the act of reducing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"refer:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to direct a reader to more information that can be found in another place",
"source": "MW"
},
"refer": {
"def": "(verb) to send (someone or something) to a particular person or place for treatment, help, advice, etc. —usually + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"reference:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is used to judge or understand something else",
"source": "MW"
},
"reference:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to supply (something, such as a book) with cross-references",
"source": "MW"
},
"reference:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) coming after the present time : existing in the future",
"source": "MW"
},
"reference": {
"def": "(noun) the act of mentioning something in speech or in writing : the act of referring to something or someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"reflect:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move in one direction, hit a surface, and then quickly move in a different and usually opposite direction—usually + off",
"source": "MW"
},
"reflect": {
"def": "(verb) to move in one direction, hit a surface, and then quickly move in a different and usually opposite direction—usually + off",
"source": "MW"
},
"regard:noun": {
"def": "(noun) care or concern for someone or something—often + for or to",
"source": "MW"
},
"regard:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to think of (someone or something) in a particular way —often + as",
"source": "MW"
},
"regard:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to indicate the person, thing, or idea that is present or near in place, time, or thought or that has just been mentioned",
"source": "MW"
},
"regard:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) not having or including (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"regard": {
"def": "(noun) care or concern for someone or something—often + for or to",
"source": "MW"
},
"regional:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a part of a country, of the world, etc., that is different or separate from other parts in some way —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"regional": {
"def": "(noun) a part of a country, of the world, etc., that is different or separate from other parts in some way —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"register:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a unit for measuring weight that equals 2,000 pounds (907 kilograms)",
"source": "MW"
},
"register:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to record information about (something) in a book or system of public records",
"source": "MW"
},
"register": {
"def": "(noun) an official list, book, or system for keeping records of something—often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"regular:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening over and over again at the same time or in the same way : occurring every day, week, month, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"regular:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the system of moving wheels inside something (such as a clock or an old-fashioned toy) that makes its parts move",
"source": "MW"
},
"regular": {
"def": "(adjective) happening over and over again at the same time or in the same way : occurring every day, week, month, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"regularly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at the same time every day, week, month, etc. : on a regular basis",
"source": "MW"
},
"regularly": {
"def": "(adverb) at the same time every day, week, month, etc. : on a regular basis",
"source": "MW"
},
"regulation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an official rule or law that says how something should be done",
"source": "MW"
},
"regulation:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) in agreement with the official rules",
"source": "MW"
},
"regulation:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"regulation": {
"def": "(noun) an official rule or law that says how something should be done",
"source": "MW"
},
"reject:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to refuse to believe, accept, or consider (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"reject:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is not good enough for some purpose : something that cannot be used or accepted",
"source": "MW"
},
"reject": {
"def": "(verb) to refuse to believe, accept, or consider (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"relate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to show or make a connection between (two or more things) —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"relate": {
"def": "(verb) to show or make a connection between (two or more things) —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"related:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) connected in some way",
"source": "MW"
},
"related:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to show or make a connection between (two or more things) —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"related:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the red liquid that flows through the bodies of people and animals",
"source": "MW"
},
"related": {
"def": "(adjective) connected in some way",
"source": "MW"
},
"relation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who has the same parents or ancestors as you —called also (British) blood relation",
"source": "MW"
},
"relation": {
"def": "(noun) the way in which two or more people, groups, countries, etc., talk to, behave toward, and deal with each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"relationship:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the way in which two or more people, groups, countries, etc., talk to, behave toward, and deal with each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"relationship:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing a mixture of love and hate",
"source": "MW"
},
"relationship": {
"def": "(noun) the way in which two or more people, groups, countries, etc., talk to, behave toward, and deal with each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"relative:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a good quality or feature that deserves to be praised —usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"relative:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) referring to a noun, a part of a sentence, or a sentence that was used earlier",
"source": "MW"
},
"relative": {
"def": "(noun) a member of your family",
"source": "MW"
},
"relatively:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) when compared to others",
"source": "MW"
},
"relatively:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say words in order to express your thoughts, feelings, opinions, etc., to someone : to talk to someone —often + to —often + with in U.S. English —often used at the beginning of telephone conversations",
"source": "MW"
},
"relatively": {
"def": "(adverb) when compared to others",
"source": "MW"
},
"relax:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become or to cause (something) to become less tense, tight, or stiff —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"relax": {
"def": "(verb) to become or to cause (something) to become less tense, tight, or stiff —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"relaxed:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) calm and free from stress, worry, or anxiety : not worried or tense",
"source": "MW"
},
"relaxed:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become or to cause (something) to become less tense, tight, or stiff —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"relaxed": {
"def": "(adjective) calm and free from stress, worry, or anxiety : not worried or tense",
"source": "MW"
},
"relaxing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) helping you to rest and to feel less tense, worried, nervous, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"relaxing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to become or to cause (something) to become less tense, tight, or stiff —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"relaxing": {
"def": "(adjective) helping you to rest and to feel less tense, worried, nervous, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"relevant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to a subject in an appropriate way —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"relevant": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to a subject in an appropriate way —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"reliable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be trusted to do or provide what is needed : able to be relied on",
"source": "MW"
},
"reliable": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be trusted to do or provide what is needed : able to be relied on",
"source": "MW"
},
"religion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the belief in a god or in a group of gods",
"source": "MW"
},
"religion:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to obtain (something): such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"religion": {
"def": "(noun) the belief in a god or in a group of gods",
"source": "MW"
},
"religious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to religion",
"source": "MW"
},
"religious": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to religion",
"source": "MW"
},
"relinquish:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give up (something) : to give (something, such as power, control, or possession) to another person or group",
"source": "MW"
},
"relinquish": {
"def": "(verb) to give up (something) : to give (something, such as power, control, or possession) to another person or group",
"source": "MW"
},
"remind:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) think about something again : to cause (someone) to remember something",
"source": "MW"
},
"remind": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) think about something again : to cause (someone) to remember something",
"source": "MW"
},
"remote:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) far away : distant",
"source": "MW"
},
"remote:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the use of satellites to collect information about and take photographs of the Earth",
"source": "MW"
},
"remote": {
"def": "(adjective) far away : distant",
"source": "MW"
},
"remove:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or take (something) away from a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"remove:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a distance separating one person or thing from another—used with at—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"remove": {
"def": "(verb) to move or take (something) away from a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"rent:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a system in which the government determines how much rent can be charged for an apartment, house, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"rent:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to tear (something) into pieces with force or violence —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"rent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not of good quality : cheaply made or done",
"source": "MW"
},
"rent": {
"def": "(noun) money that you pay in return for being able to use property and especially to live in an apartment, house, etc., that belongs to someone else",
"source": "MW"
},
"repair:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something that is broken or damaged) back into good condition : fix",
"source": "MW"
},
"repair:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a way of living or existing",
"source": "MW"
},
"repair": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something that is broken or damaged) back into good condition : fix",
"source": "MW"
},
"repeat:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say (something) again —sometimes used in speech to emphasize a word or phrase",
"source": "MW"
},
"repeat:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an activity (such as singing a song or acting in a play) that a person or group does to entertain an audience —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"repeat": {
"def": "(verb) to say (something) again —sometimes used in speech to emphasize a word or phrase",
"source": "MW"
},
"repeated:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) said, done, or happening again and again",
"source": "MW"
},
"repeated:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say (something) again —sometimes used in speech to emphasize a word or phrase",
"source": "MW"
},
"repeated": {
"def": "(adjective) said, done, or happening again and again",
"source": "MW"
},
"replace:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be used instead of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"replace": {
"def": "(verb) to be used instead of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"report:noun": {
"def": "(noun) movement forward or toward a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"report:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give information about (something) in a newspaper or on television or radio —often + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"report:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) affected with a disease or illness : ill —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"report": {
"def": "(noun) a story in a newspaper or on radio or television that is about something that happened or that gives information about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"reporter:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a method of writing quickly by using symbols or abbreviations for sounds, words, or phrases : stenography",
"source": "MW"
},
"reporter": {
"def": "(noun) a person who writes news stories for a newspaper, magazine, etc., or who tells people the news on radio or television",
"source": "MW"
},
"represent:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to act or speak officially for (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"represent": {
"def": "(verb) to act or speak officially for (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"representative:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) typical of a particular group of people or of a particular thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"representative:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small amount of something that gives you information about the thing it was taken from",
"source": "MW"
},
"representative": {
"def": "(adjective) typical of a particular group of people or of a particular thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"repudiate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to refuse to accept or support (something) : to reject (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"repudiate": {
"def": "(verb) to refuse to accept or support (something) : to reject (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"reputation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the common opinion that people have about someone or something : the way in which people think of someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"reputation:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something that is bad, unpleasant, etc.) better or more acceptable",
"source": "MW"
},
"reputation": {
"def": "(noun) the common opinion that people have about someone or something : the way in which people think of someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"request:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act of politely or formally asking for something",
"source": "MW"
},
"request:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to ask for (something) in a polite or formal way",
"source": "MW"
},
"request": {
"def": "(noun) an act of politely or formally asking for something",
"source": "MW"
},
"require:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to need (something) —used to say that something is necessary",
"source": "MW"
},
"require": {
"def": "(verb) to need (something) —used to say that something is necessary",
"source": "MW"
},
"requirement:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is needed or that must be done",
"source": "MW"
},
"requirement": {
"def": "(noun) something that is needed or that must be done",
"source": "MW"
},
"research:noun": {
"def": "(noun) research that is done to get information about what people want to buy, why they want to buy it, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"research:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to study (something) carefully",
"source": "MW"
},
"research": {
"def": "(noun) careful study that is done to find and report new knowledge about something —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"researcher:noun": {
"def": "(noun) research that is done to get information about what people want to buy, why they want to buy it, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"researcher": {
"def": "(noun) careful study that is done to find and report new knowledge about something —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"reservation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a grassy or paved area that divides a highway so that traffic going in one direction is kept separate from traffic going in the opposite direction —called also (US) median, central reservation",
"source": "MW"
},
"reservation": {
"def": "(noun) an arrangement to have something (such as a room, table, or seat) held for your use at a later time",
"source": "MW"
},
"reserve:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make arrangements so that you will be able to use or have (something, such as a room, table, or seat) at a later time",
"source": "MW"
},
"reserve:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an opinion or decision that is based on careful thought",
"source": "MW"
},
"reserve": {
"def": "(verb) to make arrangements so that you will be able to use or have (something, such as a room, table, or seat) at a later time",
"source": "MW"
},
"resident:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who lives in a particular place",
"source": "MW"
},
"resident:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) living in a particular place usually for a long period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"resident": {
"def": "(noun) someone who lives in a particular place",
"source": "MW"
},
"resolve:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to find an answer or solution to (something) : to settle or solve (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"resolve:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the quality that makes one person or thing unlike another",
"source": "MW"
},
"resolve": {
"def": "(verb) to find an answer or solution to (something) : to settle or solve (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"resort:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place where people go for vacations",
"source": "MW"
},
"resort": {
"def": "(noun) a place where people go for vacations",
"source": "MW"
},
"resource:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the letters and symbols (such as http://www.Merriam-Webster.com) that are the address of a Web site",
"source": "MW"
},
"resource": {
"def": "(noun) something that a country has and can use to increase its wealth —usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"respect:noun": {
"def": "(noun) proper respect for yourself as a human being",
"source": "MW"
},
"respect:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to feel admiration for (someone or something) : to regard (someone or something) as being worthy of admiration because of good qualities",
"source": "MW"
},
"respect:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to indicate the person, thing, or idea that is present or near in place, time, or thought or that has just been mentioned",
"source": "MW"
},
"respect": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of admiring someone or something that is good, valuable, important, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"response:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is said or written as a reply to something",
"source": "MW"
},
"response": {
"def": "(noun) something that is said or written as a reply to something",
"source": "MW"
},
"responsible:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe the person or thing that causes something to happen —usually + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"responsible": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe the person or thing that causes something to happen —usually + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"restaurant:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place where people can watch movies outdoors while sitting in their cars —called also drive-in theater",
"source": "MW"
},
"restaurant": {
"def": "(noun) a place where you can buy and eat a meal",
"source": "MW"
},
"retain:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to continue to have or use (something) : keep",
"source": "MW"
},
"retain": {
"def": "(verb) to continue to have or use (something) : keep",
"source": "MW"
},
"reticent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not willing to tell people about things —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"reticent": {
"def": "(adjective) not willing to tell people about things —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"retire:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stop a job or career because you have reached the age when you are not allowed to work anymore or do not need or want to work anymore",
"source": "MW"
},
"retire": {
"def": "(verb) to stop a job or career because you have reached the age when you are not allowed to work anymore or do not need or want to work anymore",
"source": "MW"
},
"retired:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not working anymore : having ended your working or professional career",
"source": "MW"
},
"retired:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stop a job or career because you have reached the age when you are not allowed to work anymore or do not need or want to work anymore",
"source": "MW"
},
"retired": {
"def": "(adjective) not working anymore : having ended your working or professional career",
"source": "MW"
},
"retrograde:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) returning to an earlier and usually worse state or condition",
"source": "MW"
},
"retrograde": {
"def": "(adjective) returning to an earlier and usually worse state or condition",
"source": "MW"
},
"review:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a statement of enthusiastic praise or approval —often plural in U.S. English —often used in the phrase rave review",
"source": "MW"
},
"review:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to look at or examine (something) carefully especially before making a decision or judgment",
"source": "MW"
},
"review:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in or to a lower place than (something) : below or beneath (something) : underneath",
"source": "MW"
},
"review": {
"def": "(noun) an act of carefully looking at or examining the quality or condition of something or someone : examination or inspection —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"revise:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make changes especially to correct or improve (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"revise": {
"def": "(verb) to make changes especially to correct or improve (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"revolution:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the usually violent attempt by many people to end the rule of one government and start a new one",
"source": "MW"
},
"revolution": {
"def": "(noun) the usually violent attempt by many people to end the rule of one government and start a new one",
"source": "MW"
},
"reward:noun": {
"def": "(noun) money or another kind of payment that is given or received for something that has been done or that is offered for something that might be done —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"reward:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give money or another kind of payment to (someone or something) for something good that has been done —often + for or with —often used as (be) rewarded",
"source": "MW"
},
"reward": {
"def": "(noun) money or another kind of payment that is given or received for something that has been done or that is offered for something that might be done —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"rice:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a dish that is made of seasoned rice and vegetables and often meat —called also (chiefly British) pilau",
"source": "MW"
},
"rice": {
"def": "(noun) small white or brown grains that come from a southeast Asian plant and that are used for food",
"source": "MW"
},
"rid:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to desire or wish for (something) —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"rid": {
"def": "(verb) to sit on and control the movements of (a horse, motorcycle, bicycle, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"robot:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a real or imaginary machine that is controlled by a computer and is often made to look like a human or animal —sometimes used figuratively to describe a person who seems to do things automatically or who seems to have no feelings or emotions",
"source": "MW"
},
"robot": {
"def": "(noun) a real or imaginary machine that is controlled by a computer and is often made to look like a human or animal —sometimes used figuratively to describe a person who seems to do things automatically or who seems to have no feelings or emotions",
"source": "MW"
},
"romantic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or involving love between two people",
"source": "MW"
},
"romantic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a meeting that is not planned or expected",
"source": "MW"
},
"romantic": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or involving love between two people",
"source": "MW"
},
"root:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a number that produces a specified number when it is multiplied by itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"root:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to search for something by moving around or by turning things over",
"source": "MW"
},
"root": {
"def": "(noun) the part of a plant that grows underground, gets water from the ground, and holds the plant in place",
"source": "MW"
},
"routine:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a regular way of doing things in a particular order",
"source": "MW"
},
"routine:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done very often",
"source": "MW"
},
"routine": {
"def": "(noun) a regular way of doing things in a particular order",
"source": "MW"
},
"row:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a poor part of a town or city where people who are homeless or who drink too much often go",
"source": "MW"
},
"row:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have a noisy argument with someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"row:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very difficult to do or deal with —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"row": {
"def": "(noun) a straight line of people or things that are next to each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"royal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a king or queen",
"source": "MW"
},
"royal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act of officially saying that someone who was judged to be guilty of a crime will be allowed to go free and will not be punished",
"source": "MW"
},
"royal": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a king or queen",
"source": "MW"
},
"rubber:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small tool that consists of a handle attached to a piece of carved rubber and that is dipped in ink and then pressed on paper to print a date, name, symbol, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"rubber": {
"def": "(noun) a strong substance that stretches and that is made out of chemicals or from the juice of a tropical tree —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"rubbish:noun": {
"def": "(noun) things that are no longer useful or wanted and that have been thrown out : trash",
"source": "MW"
},
"rubbish:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to severely criticize (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"rubbish": {
"def": "(noun) things that are no longer useful or wanted and that have been thrown out : trash",
"source": "MW"
},
"ruby:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a deep red stone that is used in jewelry",
"source": "MW"
},
"ruby": {
"def": "(noun) a deep red stone that is used in jewelry",
"source": "MW"
},
"rude:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not having or showing concern or respect for the rights and feelings of other people : not polite",
"source": "MW"
},
"rude:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stop sleeping : to wake up —often used as (be) awakened —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"rude:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sudden usually unpleasant or upsetting feeling caused by something unexpected—usually singular —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"rude": {
"def": "(adjective) not having or showing concern or respect for the rights and feelings of other people : not polite",
"source": "MW"
},
"rueful:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) showing or feeling regret for something done",
"source": "MW"
},
"rueful": {
"def": "(adjective) showing or feeling regret for something done",
"source": "MW"
},
"rugby:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of rugby played with 15 people on each team",
"source": "MW"
},
"rugby": {
"def": "(noun) a game played by two teams in which each team tries to carry or kick a ball over the other team's goal line —called also (chiefly British) rugby football",
"source": "MW"
},
"rule:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an old-fashioned instrument that is like a ruler with a middle piece that slides back and forth and that is used to do calculations",
"source": "MW"
},
"rule:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have control and power over a country, area, group, etc. —sometimes used figuratively —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"rule": {
"def": "(noun) a statement that tells you what is or is not allowed in a particular game, situation, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"rumour:noun": {
"def": "(noun) information or a story that is passed from person to person but has not been proven to be true",
"source": "MW"
},
"rumour": {
"def": "(noun) information or a story that is passed from person to person but has not been proven to be true",
"source": "MW"
},
"rune:noun": {
"def": "(noun) any of the characters in the alphabets that were used in ancient times by people of Northern Europe",
"source": "MW"
},
"rune": {
"def": "(noun) any of the characters in the alphabets that were used in ancient times by people of Northern Europe",
"source": "MW"
},
"runner:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the person or thing that is most likely to win a race or competition",
"source": "MW"
},
"runner": {
"def": "(noun) a person who runs as part of a sport, for exercise, or in a race",
"source": "MW"
},
"running:noun": {
"def": "(noun) water that comes into a building through pipes",
"source": "MW"
},
"running:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) operating or flowing",
"source": "MW"
},
"running:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) following or happening one after the other",
"source": "MW"
},
"running:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move with your legs at a speed that is faster than walking —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"running": {
"def": "(noun) the activity or sport of running",
"source": "MW"
},
"rural:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the country and the people who live there instead of the city",
"source": "MW"
},
"rural": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the country and the people who live there instead of the city",
"source": "MW"
},
"sacrosanct:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) too important and respected to be changed, criticized, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"sacrosanct": {
"def": "(adjective) too important and respected to be changed, criticized, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"sadly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that shows sadness or unhappiness",
"source": "MW"
},
"sadly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not happy : feeling or showing grief or unhappiness",
"source": "MW"
},
"sadly": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that shows sadness or unhappiness",
"source": "MW"
},
"sagacious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing an ability to understand difficult ideas and situations and to make good decisions : wise",
"source": "MW"
},
"sagacious": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing an ability to understand difficult ideas and situations and to make good decisions : wise",
"source": "MW"
},
"sailing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a boat that has a sail —called also (British) sailing boat",
"source": "MW"
},
"sailing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to travel on water in a ship or boat",
"source": "MW"
},
"sailing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a flat, even surface : not rough : not having any bumps, ridges, or uneven parts",
"source": "MW"
},
"sailing": {
"def": "(noun) the sport or activity of traveling on water in a sailboat",
"source": "MW"
},
"sailor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a suit especially for a child that looks like an old-fashioned sailor's uniform",
"source": "MW"
},
"sailor": {
"def": "(noun) a person who works on a boat or ship as part of the crew",
"source": "MW"
},
"salad:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a building in which a family lives —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"salad": {
"def": "(noun) a mixture of raw green vegetables (such as different types of lettuce) usually combined with other raw vegetables",
"source": "MW"
},
"salary:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act of carefully looking at or examining the quality or condition of something or someone : examination or inspection —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"salary:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do the first part of something : to begin doing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"salary": {
"def": "(noun) an amount of money that an employee is paid each year",
"source": "MW"
},
"sale:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sale of used items (such as old clothes or toys) especially to raise money for a church, school, charity, etc. —called also (British) jumble sale",
"source": "MW"
},
"sale": {
"def": "(noun) the act of selling something : the exchange of goods, services, or property for money",
"source": "MW"
},
"salt:noun": {
"def": "(noun) salt that is in the form of large pieces or crystals",
"source": "MW"
},
"salt:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to flavor or preserve (food) with salt",
"source": "MW"
},
"salt:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having many small spots of black and white",
"source": "MW"
},
"salt": {
"def": "(noun) a natural white substance that is used especially to flavor or preserve food",
"source": "MW"
},
"sample:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small amount of something that gives you information about the thing it was taken from",
"source": "MW"
},
"sample:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to taste a small amount of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"sample:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) used as an example of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"sample": {
"def": "(noun) a small amount of something that gives you information about the thing it was taken from",
"source": "MW"
},
"sandwich:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sandwich that is made by splitting a long roll and filling it with meat, cheese, etc. —called also submarine",
"source": "MW"
},
"sandwich:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (someone or something) in the space between two other things or people—usually used as (be) sandwiched between",
"source": "MW"
},
"sandwich": {
"def": "(noun) two pieces of bread with something (such as meat, peanut butter, etc.) between them",
"source": "MW"
},
"sardonic:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) showing that you disapprove of or do not like someone or something : showing disrespect or scorn for someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"sardonic": {
"def": "(adjective) showing that you disapprove of or do not like someone or something : showing disrespect or scorn for someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"satellite:noun": {
"def": "(noun) pictures or photographs",
"source": "MW"
},
"satellite": {
"def": "(noun) an object (such as a moon) that moves around a much larger planet",
"source": "MW"
},
"satisfied:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing self-satisfaction",
"source": "MW"
},
"satisfied:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to be happy or pleased",
"source": "MW"
},
"satisfied": {
"def": "(adjective) having a happy or pleased feeling because of something that you did or something that happened to you —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"satisfy:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to be happy or pleased",
"source": "MW"
},
"satisfy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sudden wish, desire, decision, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"satisfy": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to be happy or pleased",
"source": "MW"
},
"saturday:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the day of the week between Friday and Sunday —abbr. Sat.",
"source": "MW"
},
"saturday": {
"def": "(noun) the day of the week between Friday and Sunday —abbr. Sat.",
"source": "MW"
},
"sauce:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a rich sauce made of butter, egg yolks, and lemon juice or vinegar —called also hollandaise sauce",
"source": "MW"
},
"sauce": {
"def": "(noun) a thick liquid that is eaten with or on food to add flavor to it",
"source": "MW"
},
"saving:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a period of the year between spring and fall when clocks in the U.S. are set one hour ahead of standard time —called also daylight savings time",
"source": "MW"
},
"saving:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) making it possible to do something quickly : causing something to happen or end faster",
"source": "MW"
},
"saving:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to keep (someone or something) safe : to stop (someone or something) from dying or being hurt, damaged, or lost",
"source": "MW"
},
"saving": {
"def": "(noun) an amount of something that is not spent or used —often plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"scan:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to look at (something) carefully usually in order to find someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"scan:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a picture of the inside of a part of your body that is made by a computerized machine —called also CT scan",
"source": "MW"
},
"scan": {
"def": "(verb) to look at (something) carefully usually in order to find someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"scared:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) afraid of something : nervous or frightened —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"scared:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to become afraid : frighten",
"source": "MW"
},
"scared:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is worthless, unimportant, or of poor quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"scared:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) very much : to an extreme degree",
"source": "MW"
},
"scared": {
"def": "(adjective) afraid of something : nervous or frightened —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"scary:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing fear",
"source": "MW"
},
"scary": {
"def": "(adjective) causing fear",
"source": "MW"
},
"scathing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very harsh or severe",
"source": "MW"
},
"scathing": {
"def": "(adjective) very harsh or severe",
"source": "MW"
},
"scene:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an illegal act for which someone can be punished by the government",
"source": "MW"
},
"scene:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) in a place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"scene": {
"def": "(noun) a division of an act in a play during which the action takes place in a single place without a break in time",
"source": "MW"
},
"sceptical:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or expressing doubt about something (such as a claim or statement)",
"source": "MW"
},
"sceptical": {
"def": "(adjective) having or expressing doubt about something (such as a claim or statement)",
"source": "MW"
},
"schedule:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a plan of things that will be done and the times when they will be done",
"source": "MW"
},
"schedule:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move with your legs at a speed that is faster than walking —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"schedule:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) touching and being supported by the top surface of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"schedule": {
"def": "(noun) a plan of things that will be done and the times when they will be done",
"source": "MW"
},
"science:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an area of science that deals with materials that are not alive and the ways in which nonliving things work—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"science": {
"def": "(noun) knowledge about or study of the natural world based on facts learned through experiments and observation —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"scientific:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to science",
"source": "MW"
},
"scientific:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a word or phrase that refers to or that can refer to a specific person",
"source": "MW"
},
"scientific": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to science",
"source": "MW"
},
"scientist:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the study of human society",
"source": "MW"
},
"scientist:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very angry",
"source": "MW"
},
"scientist": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is trained in a science and whose job involves doing scientific research or solving scientific problems",
"source": "MW"
},
"scion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who was born into a rich, famous, or important family",
"source": "MW"
},
"scion": {
"def": "(noun) a person who was born into a rich, famous, or important family",
"source": "MW"
},
"scout:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person whose job is to find talented performers, athletes, etc. —called also (British) talent spotter",
"source": "MW"
},
"scout:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to search an area or place for something or someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"scout": {
"def": "(noun) girl scout",
"source": "MW"
},
"screen:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a metal screen that is placed in front of a fireplace",
"source": "MW"
},
"screen:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to examine (people or things) in order to decide if they are suitable for a particular purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"screen:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe a television, computer monitor, etc., that has a thin and flat screen",
"source": "MW"
},
"screen:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a movie or television program",
"source": "MW"
},
"screen": {
"def": "(noun) the usually flat part of a television or computer monitor that shows the images or text : the part of a television or computer that you look at when you are using it",
"source": "MW"
},
"script:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the written form of a play, movie, television show, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"script:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to write the script for (a play, movie, television show, etc.) —often used as (be) scripted",
"source": "MW"
},
"script": {
"def": "(noun) the written form of a play, movie, television show, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"scrupulous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very careful about doing something correctly",
"source": "MW"
},
"scrupulous": {
"def": "(adjective) very careful about doing something correctly",
"source": "MW"
},
"scrutinize:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to examine (something) carefully especially in a critical way",
"source": "MW"
},
"scrutinize": {
"def": "(verb) to examine (something) carefully especially in a critical way",
"source": "MW"
},
"sculpture:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of art that is made by carving or molding clay, stone, metal, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"sculpture": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of art that is made by carving or molding clay, stone, metal, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"seat:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a special seat for a baby or a small child that can be attached to an automobile seat and that holds the child safely",
"source": "MW"
},
"seat:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give (a person) a place to sit —often used as (be) seated",
"source": "MW"
},
"seat:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done or made by using your own judgment and feelings without planning, preparation, or help from others",
"source": "MW"
},
"seat": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a chair) that you sit on : a place for sitting",
"source": "MW"
},
"secondary:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not as important or valuable as something else —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"secondary:noun": {
"def": "(noun) high school",
"source": "MW"
},
"secondary": {
"def": "(adjective) not as important or valuable as something else —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"secretary:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person whose job is to give information about an important or famous person or organization to news reporters",
"source": "MW"
},
"secretary": {
"def": "(noun) a person whose job is to handle records, letters, etc., for another person in an office",
"source": "MW"
},
"sector:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of an economy which is controlled or owned by the government",
"source": "MW"
},
"sector": {
"def": "(noun) an area of an economy : a part of an economy that includes certain kinds of jobs",
"source": "MW"
},
"secure:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) protected from danger or harm",
"source": "MW"
},
"secure:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) safe by guarding or protecting it",
"source": "MW"
},
"secure:noun": {
"def": "(noun) information, understanding, or skill that you get from experience or education",
"source": "MW"
},
"secure": {
"def": "(adjective) protected from danger or harm",
"source": "MW"
},
"security:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of looking at or examining something to find out information or see if there is anything wrong with it",
"source": "MW"
},
"security:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) carefully locked, protected, or guarded",
"source": "MW"
},
"security": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being protected or safe from harm —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"seed:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a plant whose leaves and seeds are used in cooking",
"source": "MW"
},
"seed:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to plant (an area of ground) with seeds",
"source": "MW"
},
"seed:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) used for producing a new crop of plants",
"source": "MW"
},
"seed": {
"def": "(noun) a small object produced by a plant from which a new plant can grow",
"source": "MW"
},
"select:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to choose (someone or something) from a group —often used as (be) selected",
"source": "MW"
},
"select:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) chosen from a group to include the best people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"select": {
"def": "(verb) to choose (someone or something) from a group —often used as (be) selected",
"source": "MW"
},
"selection:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the process by which plants and animals that can adapt to changes in their environment are able to survive and reproduce while those that cannot adapt do not survive",
"source": "MW"
},
"selection:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"selection": {
"def": "(noun) the act of choosing something or someone from a group —sometimes used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"self:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the process of fully developing and using your abilities",
"source": "MW"
},
"self:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"self:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe a product that is bought in parts that you have to put together",
"source": "MW"
},
"self": {
"def": "(noun) the person that someone normally or truly is—used to describe the way someone acts or feels",
"source": "MW"
},
"sell:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to exchange (something) for money",
"source": "MW"
},
"sell:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large natural flow of water that crosses an area of land and goes into an ocean, a lake, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"sell:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to or at a point that is not as far as expected or desired : to a point not reaching what is needed for something —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"sell": {
"def": "(verb) to exchange (something) for money",
"source": "MW"
},
"senator:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a member of a senate or the Senate",
"source": "MW"
},
"senator": {
"def": "(noun) a member of a senate or the Senate",
"source": "MW"
},
"senior:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) older in age—usually + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"senior:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a school that includes the 10th, 11th, and 12th grades and often also the 9th grade : high school",
"source": "MW"
},
"senior": {
"def": "(adjective) older in age—usually + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"sensible:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing good sense or judgment : reasonable",
"source": "MW"
},
"sensible": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing good sense or judgment : reasonable",
"source": "MW"
},
"sensitive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) easily upset by the things that people think or say about you —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"sensitive": {
"def": "(adjective) easily upset by the things that people think or say about you —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"sentence:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a legal arrangement in which a person who has been found guilty of a crime is not sentenced to jail but may be sentenced for that crime at a future time if he or she commits another crime during a specified period",
"source": "MW"
},
"sentence:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make the sound of (a word or letter) with your voice",
"source": "MW"
},
"sentence:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having the responsibility for taking care of a child : having custody of a child",
"source": "MW"
},
"sentence": {
"def": "(noun) a group of words that expresses a statement, question, command, or wish",
"source": "MW"
},
"september:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ninth month of the year",
"source": "MW"
},
"september": {
"def": "(noun) the ninth month of the year",
"source": "MW"
},
"sequence:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (especially something important or notable) that happens",
"source": "MW"
},
"sequence": {
"def": "(noun) the order in which things happen or should happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"serene:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) calm and peaceful",
"source": "MW"
},
"serene": {
"def": "(adjective) calm and peaceful",
"source": "MW"
},
"series:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (especially something important or notable) that happens",
"source": "MW"
},
"series": {
"def": "(noun) a number of things or events that are arranged or happen one after the other—usually singular —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"serve:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give (food or drink) to someone at a meal, in a restaurant, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"serve:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the number 2",
"source": "MW"
},
"serve:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in the exact location, position, or moment that is mentioned",
"source": "MW"
},
"serve": {
"def": "(verb) to give (food or drink) to someone at a meal, in a restaurant, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"service:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a business that answers telephone calls and takes messages for the people and businesses that hire it",
"source": "MW"
},
"service:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do the work that is needed to keep (a machine or vehicle) in good condition",
"source": "MW"
},
"service": {
"def": "(noun) an organization, company, or system that provides something to the public",
"source": "MW"
},
"session:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sentence, phrase, or word that asks for information or is used to test someone's knowledge",
"source": "MW"
},
"session": {
"def": "(noun) a period of time that is used to do a particular activity",
"source": "MW"
},
"set-up:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a building or room where goods and services are sold",
"source": "MW"
},
"set-up:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) in a place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"set-up": {
"def": "(noun) the process of making something (such as a machine or computer program) ready to be used —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"setting:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a set of dishes, knives, forks, etc., that are put on a table for one person",
"source": "MW"
},
"setting:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) in a place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"setting": {
"def": "(noun) the place and conditions in which something happens or exists",
"source": "MW"
},
"settle:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to end (something, such as an argument) by reaching an agreement",
"source": "MW"
},
"settle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the number of points, goals, runs, etc., that each player or team has in a game or contest",
"source": "MW"
},
"settle": {
"def": "(verb) to end (something, such as an argument) by reaching an agreement",
"source": "MW"
},
"seventeen:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the number 17",
"source": "MW"
},
"seventeen": {
"def": "(noun) the number 17",
"source": "MW"
},
"seventy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the number 70",
"source": "MW"
},
"seventy": {
"def": "(noun) the number 70",
"source": "MW"
},
"sex:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a usually famous person who is very sexually attractive",
"source": "MW"
},
"sex": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being male or female : gender",
"source": "MW"
},
"sexual:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or involving sex",
"source": "MW"
},
"sexual:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the way in which two or more people, groups, countries, etc., talk to, behave toward, and deal with each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"sexual:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to annoy or bother (someone) in a constant or repeated way",
"source": "MW"
},
"sexual": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or involving sex",
"source": "MW"
},
"shade:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a roll of cloth or plastic that is hung at the top of a window and that can be pulled down to cover the window —called also blind, shade",
"source": "MW"
},
"shade:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to shelter (something) from strong light and especially from sunlight",
"source": "MW"
},
"shade:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to say that someone has the right qualities to be or to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"shade": {
"def": "(noun) an area of slight darkness that is produced when something blocks the light of the sun",
"source": "MW"
},
"shall:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use your voice to express (something) with words",
"source": "MW"
},
"shall:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a name that is not known or told",
"source": "MW"
},
"shall": {
"def": "(verb) —used to say that something is expected to happen in the future",
"source": "MW"
},
"shallow:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a small distance to the bottom from the surface or highest point",
"source": "MW"
},
"shallow": {
"def": "(adjective) having a small distance to the bottom from the surface or highest point",
"source": "MW"
},
"sheet:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large piece of cloth that is used to protect furniture from dust, paint, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"sheet": {
"def": "(noun) a large piece of cloth that is used to cover something",
"source": "MW"
},
"shelf:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of a continent that lies under the ocean and slopes down to the ocean floor",
"source": "MW"
},
"shelf:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of the best quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"shelf": {
"def": "(noun) a flat board which is attached to a wall, frame, etc., and on which objects can be placed",
"source": "MW"
},
"shell:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a mental illness that is caused by the experiences of fighting in a war and that causes extreme feelings of nervousness, depression, etc. —called also shell shock",
"source": "MW"
},
"shell:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to remove the shell or outer covering of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"shell:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a shell that is soft or easily broken",
"source": "MW"
},
"shell": {
"def": "(noun) the hard outer covering of an animal, insect, etc., that protects it",
"source": "MW"
},
"shelter:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the radioactive particles that are produced by a nuclear explosion and that fall through the atmosphere",
"source": "MW"
},
"shelter:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to protect (someone) from danger, bad weather, etc. : to provide shelter for (someone) —often + from —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"shelter": {
"def": "(noun) a structure that covers or protects people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"shimmer:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to shine with a light that seems to move slightly",
"source": "MW"
},
"shimmer": {
"def": "(verb) to shine with a light that seems to move slightly",
"source": "MW"
},
"shiny:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a smooth, shining, bright appearance",
"source": "MW"
},
"shiny": {
"def": "(adjective) having a smooth, shining, bright appearance",
"source": "MW"
},
"shirt:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the rear part of the body : the part of the body that is opposite to the stomach and chest and that goes from the neck to the top of the legs",
"source": "MW"
},
"shirt:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be unable to find (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"shirt": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of clothing for the upper body that has sleeves and usually a collar and buttons down the front",
"source": "MW"
},
"shock:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of confusion, doubt, or nervousness caused by being in a place (such as a foreign country) that is very different from what you are used to",
"source": "MW"
},
"shock:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to surprise and usually upset (someone) —often used as (be) shocked —often + at or by —often + into",
"source": "MW"
},
"shock:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe something that surprises and usually upsets people",
"source": "MW"
},
"shock": {
"def": "(noun) a sudden usually unpleasant or upsetting feeling caused by something unexpected—usually singular —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"shocked:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to surprise and usually upset (someone) —often used as (be) shocked —often + at or by —often + into",
"source": "MW"
},
"shocked:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) affected with battle fatigue",
"source": "MW"
},
"shocked": {
"def": "(verb) to surprise and usually upset (someone) —often used as (be) shocked —often + at or by —often + into",
"source": "MW"
},
"shoe:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the leg on which an animal or person stands and moves : the part of the leg below the ankle —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"shoe:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be the right size and shape for (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"shoe": {
"def": "(noun) an outer covering for your foot that usually has a stiff bottom part called a sole with a thicker part called a heel attached to it and an upper part that covers part or all of the top of your foot",
"source": "MW"
},
"shooting:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done from a moving vehicle",
"source": "MW"
},
"shooting:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small cube that is made of plastic, wood, etc., that has one to six dots on each side, and that is used usually in pairs in various games",
"source": "MW"
},
"shooting:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause a bullet, arrow, etc., to move forward with great force from a weapon",
"source": "MW"
},
"shooting": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to the act of shooting a gun",
"source": "MW"
},
"shopping:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a wagon with two wheels that is pulled by an animal (such as a horse or donkey)",
"source": "MW"
},
"shopping:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to compare items while shopping in order to see which one is the best or has the lowest price",
"source": "MW"
},
"shopping": {
"def": "(noun) the activity of visiting places where goods are sold in order to look at and buy things (such as food, clothing, etc.) —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"shot:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an unfair hit made against an opponent",
"source": "MW"
},
"shot:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) in a very bad condition",
"source": "MW"
},
"shot:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause a bullet, arrow, etc., to move forward with great force from a weapon",
"source": "MW"
},
"shot": {
"def": "(noun) an act of shooting a gun",
"source": "MW"
},
"should:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have or keep an image or idea in your mind of (something or someone from the past) : to think of (something or someone from the past) again",
"source": "MW"
},
"should:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the front part of the head that has the eyes, nose, and mouth on it",
"source": "MW"
},
"should:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in what manner or way : by what means",
"source": "MW"
},
"should": {
"def": "(verb) —used to say or suggest that something is the proper, reasonable, or best thing to do",
"source": "MW"
},
"shove:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to push (something) with force",
"source": "MW"
},
"shove:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the tube inside the neck that leads to the stomach and lungs",
"source": "MW"
},
"shove": {
"def": "(verb) to push (something) with force",
"source": "MW"
},
"shower:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of rock or metal that burns and glows brightly in the sky as it falls from outer space into the Earth's atmosphere",
"source": "MW"
},
"shower:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to wash yourself by using a shower",
"source": "MW"
},
"shower:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a bride or a wedding",
"source": "MW"
},
"shower": {
"def": "(noun) a device that produces a spray of water for you to stand under and wash your body",
"source": "MW"
},
"shrewd:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing an ability to understand things and to make good judgments : mentally sharp or clever",
"source": "MW"
},
"shrewd": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing an ability to understand things and to make good judgments : mentally sharp or clever",
"source": "MW"
},
"shriek:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a loud, high-pitched cry",
"source": "MW"
},
"shriek:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a loud, high-pitched cry or sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"shriek": {
"def": "(verb) to make a loud, high-pitched cry",
"source": "MW"
},
"shudder:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to shake because of fear, cold, etc.—often + with —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"shudder": {
"def": "(verb) to shake because of fear, cold, etc.—often + with —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"shut:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to press together the parts and especially the opposite sides of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"shut:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) able to be settled or decided very quickly and easily",
"source": "MW"
},
"shut:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone's mouth",
"source": "MW"
},
"shut": {
"def": "(verb) to close (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"shy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not willing to work : lazy",
"source": "MW"
},
"shy:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use weapons or physical force to try to hurt someone, to defeat an enemy, etc. : to struggle in battle or physical combat —often + against",
"source": "MW"
},
"shy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an outdoor game in which players throw balls at coconuts set up on poles in order to knock them down",
"source": "MW"
},
"shy:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) one time only",
"source": "MW"
},
"shy": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling nervous and uncomfortable about meeting and talking to people",
"source": "MW"
},
"significant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) large enough to be noticed or have an effect",
"source": "MW"
},
"significant:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone that you have a romantic relationship with : your husband, wife, boyfriend, or girlfriend —abbr. SO",
"source": "MW"
},
"significant": {
"def": "(adjective) large enough to be noticed or have an effect",
"source": "MW"
},
"significantly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that is large or important enough to be noticed or have an effect",
"source": "MW"
},
"significantly": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that is large or important enough to be noticed or have an effect",
"source": "MW"
},
"silk:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a method of printing in which ink or paint is forced through a stretched piece of silk cloth —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"silk:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a flat, even surface : not rough : not having any bumps, ridges, or uneven parts",
"source": "MW"
},
"silk": {
"def": "(noun) a smooth, soft, and shiny cloth that is made from thread produced by silkworms; also : the thread that is used to make silk —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"silly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing a lack of thought, understanding, or good judgment : foolish or stupid",
"source": "MW"
},
"silly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to an extreme degree",
"source": "MW"
},
"silly:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the front part of the head that has the eyes, nose, and mouth on it",
"source": "MW"
},
"silly": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing a lack of thought, understanding, or good judgment : foolish or stupid",
"source": "MW"
},
"similarity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a quality that makes one person or thing like another —often + between",
"source": "MW"
},
"similarity": {
"def": "(noun) a quality that makes one person or thing like another —often + between",
"source": "MW"
},
"similarly:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a similar way : in almost the same way",
"source": "MW"
},
"similarly": {
"def": "(adverb) in a similar way : in almost the same way",
"source": "MW"
},
"sincere:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing true feelings that are expressed in an honest way",
"source": "MW"
},
"sincere": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing true feelings that are expressed in an honest way",
"source": "MW"
},
"sing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use your voice to make musical sounds in the form of a song or tune",
"source": "MW"
},
"sing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a series of musical notes that produce a pleasing sound when played or sung",
"source": "MW"
},
"sing": {
"def": "(verb) to use your voice to make musical sounds in the form of a song or tune",
"source": "MW"
},
"singer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a singer of torch songs",
"source": "MW"
},
"singer": {
"def": "(noun) someone who sings; especially : a performer who sings",
"source": "MW"
},
"singing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use your voice to make musical sounds in the form of a song or tune",
"source": "MW"
},
"singing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used in an exaggerated way to suggest that something (such as a machine that has many features) is like a large and expensive show that has many singing and dancing performers",
"source": "MW"
},
"singing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of sadness or depression",
"source": "MW"
},
"singing": {
"def": "(verb) to use your voice to make musical sounds in the form of a song or tune",
"source": "MW"
},
"sir:noun": {
"def": "(noun) —used without a name as a form of polite address to a man you do not know",
"source": "MW"
},
"sir": {
"def": "(noun) —used without a name as a form of polite address to a man you do not know",
"source": "MW"
},
"site:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a device that is designed to explode in order to injure or kill people or to damage or destroy property —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"site:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to place or build (something) in a particular location—usually used as (be) sited",
"source": "MW"
},
"site:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at the place where a business or activity happens",
"source": "MW"
},
"site": {
"def": "(noun) the place where something (such as a building) is, was, or will be located",
"source": "MW"
},
"sixteen:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the number 16",
"source": "MW"
},
"sixteen": {
"def": "(noun) the number 16",
"source": "MW"
},
"sixty:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the number 60",
"source": "MW"
},
"sixty": {
"def": "(noun) the number 60",
"source": "MW"
},
"ski:noun": {
"def": "(noun) social activities after a day of skiing—often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"ski:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or glide on skis over snow or water",
"source": "MW"
},
"ski:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or used in skiing",
"source": "MW"
},
"ski:trademark": {
"def": "(trademark) —used for a small and fast vehicle that is used on water and carries one or two people",
"source": "MW"
},
"ski": {
"def": "(noun) one of a pair of long narrow pieces of wood, metal, or plastic that curve upward slightly in front, are attached to shoes, and are used for gliding over snow",
"source": "MW"
},
"skiing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a ski that is used in water-skiing",
"source": "MW"
},
"skiing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to ski on the surface of water while holding onto a rope that is attached to a motorboat moving at high speed",
"source": "MW"
},
"skiing": {
"def": "(noun) the activity or sport of gliding on skis",
"source": "MW"
},
"skill:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to do something that comes from training, experience, or practice",
"source": "MW"
},
"skill": {
"def": "(noun) the ability to do something that comes from training, experience, or practice",
"source": "MW"
},
"skirt:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of clothing worn by women and girls that hangs from the waist down",
"source": "MW"
},
"skirt:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to avoid (something) especially because it is difficult or will cause problems",
"source": "MW"
},
"skirt": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of clothing worn by women and girls that hangs from the waist down",
"source": "MW"
},
"slain:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to kill (someone or something) especially in a battle or war",
"source": "MW"
},
"slain": {
"def": "(verb) to kill (someone or something) especially in a battle or war",
"source": "MW"
},
"slice:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a kitchen tool that has a handle which is bent upward and a wide, thin blade used for lifting and turning foods on a hot surface —called also (British) fish slice",
"source": "MW"
},
"slice:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cut (food) into small cubes",
"source": "MW"
},
"slice:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) showing what ordinary life is like",
"source": "MW"
},
"slice": {
"def": "(noun) a thin piece of food that is cut from something larger",
"source": "MW"
},
"slide:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move smoothly along a surface",
"source": "MW"
},
"slide:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a decorative clip or bar that is used to hold a girl's or woman's hair in place —called also (British) hair slide",
"source": "MW"
},
"slide": {
"def": "(verb) to move smoothly along a surface",
"source": "MW"
},
"slight:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very small in degree or amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"slight:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to offend or insult (someone) : to treat (someone) with disrespect",
"source": "MW"
},
"slight:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the difference between the direction of two lines or surfaces that come together : the space or shape formed when two lines or surfaces meet each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"slight": {
"def": "(adjective) very small in degree or amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"slump:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to sit or fall down suddenly and heavily",
"source": "MW"
},
"slump:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sudden decrease in prices, value, amount, etc. —often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"slump": {
"def": "(verb) to sit or fall down suddenly and heavily",
"source": "MW"
},
"smart:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) streetwise",
"source": "MW"
},
"smart:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to feel a sudden sharp pain",
"source": "MW"
},
"smart:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a smart way : smartly",
"source": "MW"
},
"smart:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sweet baked food that is usually small, flat, and round and is made from flour and sugar —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"smart": {
"def": "(adjective) very good at learning or thinking about things : intelligent",
"source": "MW"
},
"smartphone:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a mobile telephone that can be used to send and receive e-mail, connect to the Internet, take photographs, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"smartphone": {
"def": "(noun) a mobile telephone that can be used to send and receive e-mail, connect to the Internet, take photographs, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"smirk:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to clean or dry (something) by using a towel, your hand, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"smirk": {
"def": "(verb) to smile in an unpleasant way because you are pleased with yourself, glad about someone else's trouble, etc. —often + at",
"source": "MW"
},
"snarl:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a situation in which you can no longer move or make progress",
"source": "MW"
},
"snarl:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to growl and show the teeth—usually + at",
"source": "MW"
},
"snarl": {
"def": "(noun) a twisted knot of hairs, thread, etc. : tangle",
"source": "MW"
},
"sneer:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to smile or laugh at someone or something with an expression on your face that shows dislike and a lack of respect—usually + at",
"source": "MW"
},
"sneer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an expression on a person's face that is like a smile but that shows dislike and a lack of respect for someone or something; also : a statement, criticism, etc., that shows dislike and a lack of respect",
"source": "MW"
},
"sneer": {
"def": "(verb) to smile or laugh at someone or something with an expression on your face that shows dislike and a lack of respect—usually + at",
"source": "MW"
},
"snort:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to force air noisily through your nose",
"source": "MW"
},
"snort:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act or the sound of noisily forcing air through the nose : an act or the sound of snorting",
"source": "MW"
},
"snort": {
"def": "(verb) to force air noisily through your nose",
"source": "MW"
},
"soap:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a powder that is made from soap and other substances and used for washing clothes",
"source": "MW"
},
"soap:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to try to persuade (someone) to do something by using praise, kind words, etc.—often + into",
"source": "MW"
},
"soap": {
"def": "(noun) a substance that is used for washing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"sob:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cry noisily while taking in short, sudden breaths",
"source": "MW"
},
"sob:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sad story about yourself that you tell in order to make people feel sorry for you",
"source": "MW"
},
"sob": {
"def": "(verb) to cry noisily while taking in short, sudden breaths",
"source": "MW"
},
"soccer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a table game resembling soccer in which the ball is moved by turning rods to which small figures of players are attached —called also (US) table soccer, table football",
"source": "MW"
},
"soccer": {
"def": "(noun) a game played between two teams of 11 players in which a round ball is moved toward a goal usually by kicking —often used before another noun —called also (British) football",
"source": "MW"
},
"society:noun": {
"def": "(noun) solid materials that fall to the bottom of a container full of a liquid",
"source": "MW"
},
"society:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing good manners or respect for other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"society": {
"def": "(noun) people in general thought of as living together in organized communities with shared laws, traditions, and values",
"source": "MW"
},
"sock:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a short, quick jump",
"source": "MW"
},
"sock:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit (someone or something) hard —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"sock": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of clothing that is worn on your foot and that covers your ankle and sometimes the lower part of your leg —usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"software:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the programs that run on a computer and perform certain functions —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"software": {
"def": "(noun) the programs that run on a computer and perform certain functions —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"solar:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the sun",
"source": "MW"
},
"solar:noun": {
"def": "(noun) our sun and the planets that move around it",
"source": "MW"
},
"solar": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the sun",
"source": "MW"
},
"solicitor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a law officer who assists an attorney general and is just below the attorney general in rank",
"source": "MW"
},
"solicitor": {
"def": "(noun) a person whose job involves talking to many people and trying to persuade them to buy things, donate money, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"soliloquy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long, usually serious speech that a character in a play makes to an audience and that reveals the character's thoughts",
"source": "MW"
},
"soliloquy": {
"def": "(noun) a long, usually serious speech that a character in a play makes to an audience and that reveals the character's thoughts",
"source": "MW"
},
"solution:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is used or done to deal with and end a problem : something that solves a problem —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"solution": {
"def": "(noun) something that is used or done to deal with and end a problem : something that solves a problem —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"solve:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to find a way to deal with and end (a problem)",
"source": "MW"
},
"solve": {
"def": "(verb) to find a way to deal with and end (a problem)",
"source": "MW"
},
"somber:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very sad and serious",
"source": "MW"
},
"somber": {
"def": "(adjective) very sad and serious",
"source": "MW"
},
"some:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to refer to a person or thing that is not known, named, or specified",
"source": "MW"
},
"some:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) one more of the same kind : another one",
"source": "MW"
},
"some:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in the past : before the present time : before now",
"source": "MW"
},
"some:adjective suffix": {
"def": "(adjective suffix) having a specified quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"some:noun suffix": {
"def": "(noun suffix) a group of (so many) people or things",
"source": "MW"
},
"some:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an amount of money that is given to someone regularly or for a specific purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"some:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move with speed or force",
"source": "MW"
},
"some": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to refer to a person or thing that is not known, named, or specified",
"source": "MW"
},
"song:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very sad or sentimental song about love and romance",
"source": "MW"
},
"song": {
"def": "(noun) a short piece of music with words that are sung",
"source": "MW"
},
"sophistry:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the use of reasoning or arguments that sound correct but are actually false",
"source": "MW"
},
"sophistry": {
"def": "(noun) the use of reasoning or arguments that sound correct but are actually false",
"source": "MW"
},
"sordid:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very bad or dishonest",
"source": "MW"
},
"sordid": {
"def": "(adjective) very bad or dishonest",
"source": "MW"
},
"sorry:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not able or likely to be hurt or harmed in any way : not in danger",
"source": "MW"
},
"sorry:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a reason that you give to explain a mistake, bad behavior, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"sorry": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling sorrow or regret",
"source": "MW"
},
"sort:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an activity in which you make a room, closet, etc., neat and organized",
"source": "MW"
},
"sort:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to separate and put (people or things) in a particular order —often + out",
"source": "MW"
},
"sort:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) not anything : not a thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"sort": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people or things that have some shared quality : a particular kind or type of person or thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"soup:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small dry fruit with a hard shell that grows on trees, bushes, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"soup:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) shorter or smaller by removing parts that are less important —often + to or into",
"source": "MW"
},
"soup": {
"def": "(noun) a food made by cooking vegetables, meat, or fish in a large amount of liquid",
"source": "MW"
},
"southern:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) located in or toward the south",
"source": "MW"
},
"southern:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a half of the Earth",
"source": "MW"
},
"southern": {
"def": "(adjective) located in or toward the south",
"source": "MW"
},
"sparkle:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to produce small flashes of light",
"source": "MW"
},
"sparkle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small flash of bright light",
"source": "MW"
},
"sparkle": {
"def": "(verb) to produce small flashes of light",
"source": "MW"
},
"spat:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a cloth or leather covering for the ankle and foot that men wore over their shoes in the past—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"spat:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to force saliva from your mouth",
"source": "MW"
},
"spat": {
"def": "(noun) a short argument about something that is not important",
"source": "MW"
},
"speaker:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act or skill of speaking to a usually large group of people",
"source": "MW"
},
"speaker": {
"def": "(noun) someone who speaks a particular language",
"source": "MW"
},
"specialist:noun": {
"def": "(noun) specialty shop",
"source": "MW"
},
"specialist": {
"def": "(noun) a person who has special knowledge and skill relating to a particular job, area of study, etc. : expert",
"source": "MW"
},
"species:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of animals or plants that are similar and can produce young animals or plants : a group of related animals or plants that is smaller than a genus",
"source": "MW"
},
"species:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe a type of animal or plant that has become very rare and that could die out completely —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"species": {
"def": "(noun) a group of animals or plants that are similar and can produce young animals or plants : a group of related animals or plants that is smaller than a genus",
"source": "MW"
},
"specific:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) special or particular",
"source": "MW"
},
"specific:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being male or female : sex",
"source": "MW"
},
"specific": {
"def": "(adjective) special or particular",
"source": "MW"
},
"specifically:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a definite and exact way",
"source": "MW"
},
"specifically": {
"def": "(adverb) in a definite and exact way",
"source": "MW"
},
"speech:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very strong feeling of dislike —sometimes used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"speech": {
"def": "(noun) a spoken expression of ideas, opinions, etc., that is made by someone who is speaking in front of a group of people",
"source": "MW"
},
"spelling:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a computer program that finds and corrects misspelled words in documents, e-mail, etc. —called also spelling checker",
"source": "MW"
},
"spelling:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take the place of (another person who has been working or doing something for a period of time) : to take over for (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"spelling": {
"def": "(noun) the act of forming words from letters —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"spend:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use (money) to pay for something",
"source": "MW"
},
"spend:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the time of darkness between one day and the next : the part of the day when no light from the sun can be seen and most people and animals sleep",
"source": "MW"
},
"spend": {
"def": "(verb) to use (money) to pay for something",
"source": "MW"
},
"spending:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an amount (such as an amount of money) that is less than the amount that is needed",
"source": "MW"
},
"spending:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use (money) to pay for something",
"source": "MW"
},
"spending": {
"def": "(noun) the money that is spent especially by a government or organization",
"source": "MW"
},
"spicy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) flavored with or containing strong spices and especially ones that cause a burning feeling in your mouth",
"source": "MW"
},
"spicy": {
"def": "(adjective) flavored with or containing strong spices and especially ones that cause a burning feeling in your mouth",
"source": "MW"
},
"spider:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a poisonous American spider —called also black widow spider",
"source": "MW"
},
"spider": {
"def": "(noun) a small creature that has eight legs and usually creates a web of sticky threads in which it catches insects for food",
"source": "MW"
},
"spike:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a woman's shoe with a very high, thin heel",
"source": "MW"
},
"spike:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to add alcohol or drugs to (food or drink) —often + with",
"source": "MW"
},
"spike": {
"def": "(noun) a long, thin rod that ends in a point and is often made of metal",
"source": "MW"
},
"spire:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a tall, narrow, pointed structure on the top of a building",
"source": "MW"
},
"spire": {
"def": "(noun) a tall, narrow, pointed structure on the top of a building",
"source": "MW"
},
"spiritual:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a person's spirit",
"source": "MW"
},
"spiritual:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a religious folk song that was sung originally by African-Americans in the southern U.S.",
"source": "MW"
},
"spiritual": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a person's spirit",
"source": "MW"
},
"split:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to break apart or into pieces especially along a straight line",
"source": "MW"
},
"split:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very short period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"split:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done very quickly",
"source": "MW"
},
"split": {
"def": "(verb) to break apart or into pieces especially along a straight line",
"source": "MW"
},
"spoken:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) speaking well, politely, or appropriately",
"source": "MW"
},
"spoken:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say words in order to express your thoughts, feelings, opinions, etc., to someone : to talk to someone —often + to —often + with in U.S. English —often used at the beginning of telephone conversations",
"source": "MW"
},
"spoken": {
"def": "(adjective) using speech and not writing",
"source": "MW"
},
"sponsor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person or organization that pays the cost of an activity or event (such as a radio or television program, sports event, concert, etc.) in return for the right to advertise during the activity or event",
"source": "MW"
},
"sponsor:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be a sponsor for (something or someone) —sometimes used in combination",
"source": "MW"
},
"sponsor": {
"def": "(noun) a person or organization that pays the cost of an activity or event (such as a radio or television program, sports event, concert, etc.) in return for the right to advertise during the activity or event",
"source": "MW"
},
"spoon:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the opening through which food passes into the body : the part of the face that includes the lips and the opening behind them",
"source": "MW"
},
"spoon:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to feed (someone) with a spoon",
"source": "MW"
},
"spoon:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a slot or slots",
"source": "MW"
},
"spoon": {
"def": "(noun) an eating or cooking tool that has a small shallow bowl attached to a handle",
"source": "MW"
},
"sport:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sport (such as ice hockey or skiing) that takes place in the winter on ice or snow",
"source": "MW"
},
"sport:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done for enjoyment rather than as a job or for food for survival",
"source": "MW"
},
"sport:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to wear (something) in a way that attracts attention",
"source": "MW"
},
"sport": {
"def": "(noun) a contest or game in which people do certain physical activities according to a specific set of rules and compete against each other —often used in the plural especially in U.S. English to refer to sports in a general way",
"source": "MW"
},
"sporting:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or used in sports",
"source": "MW"
},
"sporting:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to wear (something) in a way that attracts attention",
"source": "MW"
},
"sporting:noun": {
"def": "(noun) morally good forces or influences",
"source": "MW"
},
"sporting": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or used in sports",
"source": "MW"
},
"spun:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to turn or cause someone or something to turn around repeatedly",
"source": "MW"
},
"spun:noun": {
"def": "(noun) fiberglass",
"source": "MW"
},
"spun": {
"def": "(verb) to turn or cause someone or something to turn around repeatedly",
"source": "MW"
},
"square:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a number that produces a specified number when it is multiplied by itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"square:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) shaped like a square : having four straight sides that are the same length and four right angles at each corner",
"source": "MW"
},
"square:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) square : to give (something) straight edges, flat surfaces, or sharp, even corners —often + off",
"source": "MW"
},
"square:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a direct way",
"source": "MW"
},
"square": {
"def": "(noun) a four-sided shape that is made up of four straight sides that are the same length and that has four right angles —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"squint:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to look at something with your eyes partly closed",
"source": "MW"
},
"squint:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a condition in which you are looking at something with your eyes partly closed : an act of squinting",
"source": "MW"
},
"squint": {
"def": "(verb) to look at something with your eyes partly closed",
"source": "MW"
},
"stable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) in a good state or condition that is not easily changed or likely to change",
"source": "MW"
},
"stable:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a building in which horses are kept, fed, and cared for —sometimes used in the plural form stables especially to mean a place where horses are kept for riding lessons",
"source": "MW"
},
"stable:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put or keep (a horse) in a stable",
"source": "MW"
},
"stable": {
"def": "(adjective) in a good state or condition that is not easily changed or likely to change",
"source": "MW"
},
"stadium:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very large usually roofless building that has a large open area surrounded by many rows of seats and that is used for sports events, concerts, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"stadium": {
"def": "(noun) a very large usually roofless building that has a large open area surrounded by many rows of seats and that is used for sports events, concerts, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"stallion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an adult male horse and especially one that is used for breeding",
"source": "MW"
},
"stallion": {
"def": "(noun) an adult male horse and especially one that is used for breeding",
"source": "MW"
},
"stamp:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small tool that consists of a handle attached to a piece of carved rubber and that is dipped in ink and then pressed on paper to print a date, name, symbol, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"stamp:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to approve or allow (something) without seriously thinking about it",
"source": "MW"
},
"stamp": {
"def": "(noun) a small piece of paper that you buy and then stick to an envelope or package to pay the cost of mailing it —called also postage stamp",
"source": "MW"
},
"standard:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a situation in which two people, groups, etc., are treated very differently from each other in a way that is unfair to one of them",
"source": "MW"
},
"standard:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having no special or interesting qualities : average",
"source": "MW"
},
"standard": {
"def": "(noun) a level of quality, achievement, etc., that is considered acceptable or desirable",
"source": "MW"
},
"state:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a country that is located between two larger countries that often fight with each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"state:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to express (something) formally in speech or writing",
"source": "MW"
},
"state:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) using or having the most modern methods, knowledge, or technology",
"source": "MW"
},
"state": {
"def": "(noun) a way of living or existing",
"source": "MW"
},
"statement:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that states the purpose or goal of a business or organization",
"source": "MW"
},
"statement:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) first or beginning",
"source": "MW"
},
"statement": {
"def": "(noun) something that you say or write in a formal or official way : something that is stated —often used in the phrase make a statement",
"source": "MW"
},
"station:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place where local police officers work —called also station house",
"source": "MW"
},
"station:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to assign (someone) to a station or position : post —often used as (be) stationed",
"source": "MW"
},
"station": {
"def": "(noun) a place where buses, trains, etc., regularly stop so that passengers can get on and off",
"source": "MW"
},
"statistic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a number that represents a piece of information (such as information about how often something is done, how common something is, etc.) —often plural —sometimes used figuratively —called also (US, informal) stat",
"source": "MW"
},
"statistic": {
"def": "(noun) a number that represents a piece of information (such as information about how often something is done, how common something is, etc.) —often plural —sometimes used figuratively —called also (US, informal) stat",
"source": "MW"
},
"statue:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a figure usually of a person or animal that is made from stone, metal, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"statue": {
"def": "(noun) a figure usually of a person or animal that is made from stone, metal, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"status:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state of being married or not married—used on official forms to ask if a person is married, single, divorced, or widowed",
"source": "MW"
},
"status": {
"def": "(noun) the position or rank of someone or something when compared to others in a society, organization, group, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"stay:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to continue to be in the same place or with the same person or group for a period of time : remain",
"source": "MW"
},
"stay:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the path or direction that something or someone moves along —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"stay:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having no or very little water or liquid",
"source": "MW"
},
"stay:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at a fast speed or pace : quickly",
"source": "MW"
},
"stay": {
"def": "(verb) to continue to be in the same place or with the same person or group for a period of time : remain",
"source": "MW"
},
"stern:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very serious especially in an unfriendly way",
"source": "MW"
},
"stern:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the main long and thin part of a plant that rises above the soil and supports the leaves and flowers",
"source": "MW"
},
"stern": {
"def": "(adjective) very serious especially in an unfriendly way",
"source": "MW"
},
"stick:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the quality that allows someone to continue trying to do something even though it is difficult or unpleasant",
"source": "MW"
},
"stick:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to push (something usually sharp or pointed) into something",
"source": "MW"
},
"stick:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a sticky substance on one side for attaching to something",
"source": "MW"
},
"stick": {
"def": "(noun) a cut or broken branch or twig",
"source": "MW"
},
"sting:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hurt (someone) by piercing the skin with a sharp, pointed part that usually contains poison",
"source": "MW"
},
"sting:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a pointed part on an insect and animal that is used to sting someone —called also (British) sting",
"source": "MW"
},
"sting": {
"def": "(verb) to hurt (someone) by piercing the skin with a sharp, pointed part that usually contains poison",
"source": "MW"
},
"stock:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a right that is given by a company to an employee that lets the employee purchase stock in the company usually for a price that is lower than the normal price—usually plural —called also (British) share option",
"source": "MW"
},
"stock:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have a supply of (something) in a store for sale",
"source": "MW"
},
"stock:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) regularly used or included with something : standard",
"source": "MW"
},
"stock": {
"def": "(noun) the supply of goods available for sale in a store",
"source": "MW"
},
"stocky:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) short and heavy or broad",
"source": "MW"
},
"stocky": {
"def": "(adjective) short and heavy or broad",
"source": "MW"
},
"stoicism:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the quality or behavior of a person who accepts what happens without complaining or showing emotion",
"source": "MW"
},
"stoicism": {
"def": "(noun) the quality or behavior of a person who accepts what happens without complaining or showing emotion",
"source": "MW"
},
"stream:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a strong current of fast winds high above the Earth's surface—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"stream:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move in a steady flow",
"source": "MW"
},
"stream:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not shaking or moving : held firmly in one place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"stream": {
"def": "(noun) a natural flow of water that is smaller than a river",
"source": "MW"
},
"strenuous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) requiring or showing great energy and effort",
"source": "MW"
},
"strenuous": {
"def": "(adjective) requiring or showing great energy and effort",
"source": "MW"
},
"stress:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a mental condition that can affect a person who has had a very shocking or difficult experience (such as fighting in a war) and that is usually characterized by depression, anxiety, etc.—abbr. PTSD—called also post-traumatic stress syndrome",
"source": "MW"
},
"stress:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to place (someone or something) down gently in a flat position —often + down",
"source": "MW"
},
"stress": {
"def": "(noun) a state of mental tension and worry caused by problems in your life, work, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"strict:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe a command, rule, etc., that must be obeyed",
"source": "MW"
},
"strict:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a statement made by a person with authority that tells someone to do something : an instruction or direction that must be obeyed",
"source": "MW"
},
"strict": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe a command, rule, etc., that must be obeyed",
"source": "MW"
},
"stride:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to carry or move (something) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"stride:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long step —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"stride": {
"def": "(verb) to walk with very long steps",
"source": "MW"
},
"strident:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) sounding harsh and unpleasant",
"source": "MW"
},
"strident": {
"def": "(adjective) sounding harsh and unpleasant",
"source": "MW"
},
"string:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a narrow strip of cloth that passes between the legs and is held up by a string around the waist",
"source": "MW"
},
"string:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (things) together on a string, thread, chain, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"string:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not used as one of the regular players on a team",
"source": "MW"
},
"string": {
"def": "(noun) a long, thin piece of twisted thread that you use to attach things, tie things together, or hang things",
"source": "MW"
},
"strode:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to walk with very long steps",
"source": "MW"
},
"strode": {
"def": "(verb) to walk with very long steps",
"source": "MW"
},
"strongly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having great physical power and ability : having a lot of strength",
"source": "MW"
},
"strongly:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be aware of (something that affects you physically, such as pain, heat, or an object touching your body)",
"source": "MW"
},
"strongly": {
"def": "(adjective) having great physical power and ability : having a lot of strength",
"source": "MW"
},
"studio:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small apartment that has a main room, a very small kitchen, and a bathroom —called also studio, studio flat",
"source": "MW"
},
"studio": {
"def": "(noun) the building or room where an artist works",
"source": "MW"
},
"study:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the path or direction that something or someone moves along —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"study:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to read, memorize facts, attend school, etc., in order to learn about a subject",
"source": "MW"
},
"study:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done or happening in a short amount of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"study": {
"def": "(noun) the activity or process of learning about something by reading, memorizing facts, attending school, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"stuff:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the front part of the head that has the eyes, nose, and mouth on it",
"source": "MW"
},
"stuff:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause or allow (something) to be seen",
"source": "MW"
},
"stuff:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very serious especially in an unfriendly way",
"source": "MW"
},
"stuff": {
"def": "(noun) materials, supplies, or equipment",
"source": "MW"
},
"stupid:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not intelligent : having or showing a lack of ability to learn and understand things",
"source": "MW"
},
"stupid:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to obtain (something): such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"stupid": {
"def": "(adjective) not intelligent : having or showing a lack of ability to learn and understand things",
"source": "MW"
},
"sturdy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) strongly made",
"source": "MW"
},
"sturdy": {
"def": "(adjective) strongly made",
"source": "MW"
},
"style:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the activity or work of writing books, poems, stories, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"style:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (a part of the body) to feel pain because of tight muscles : to cause a cramp in (your hand, foot, etc.)",
"source": "MW"
},
"style:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) involving or including many people or things : very large in scope : intended to have an important or impressive result",
"source": "MW"
},
"style": {
"def": "(noun) a particular way in which something is done, created, or performed",
"source": "MW"
},
"subject:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of making fun of someone or something in a cruel or harsh way : harsh comments made by people who are laughing at someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"subject:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) under the control of a ruler —often + to",
"source": "MW"
},
"subject:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use all of someone's mental or physical energy : to tire out or wear out (someone) completely",
"source": "MW"
},
"subject": {
"def": "(noun) the person or thing that is being discussed or described : topic",
"source": "MW"
},
"subjugate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to defeat and gain control of (someone or something) by the use of force : to conquer and gain the obedience of (a group of people, a country, etc.) —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"subjugate": {
"def": "(verb) to defeat and gain control of (someone or something) by the use of force : to conquer and gain the obedience of (a group of people, a country, etc.) —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"submit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give (a document, proposal, piece of writing, etc.) to someone so that it can be considered or approved",
"source": "MW"
},
"submit": {
"def": "(verb) to give (a document, proposal, piece of writing, etc.) to someone so that it can be considered or approved",
"source": "MW"
},
"substance:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an amount of money",
"source": "MW"
},
"substance": {
"def": "(noun) a material of a particular kind",
"source": "MW"
},
"subversive:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) secretly trying to ruin or destroy a government, political system, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"subversive": {
"def": "(adjective) secretly trying to ruin or destroy a government, political system, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"succeed:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do what you are trying to do : to achieve the correct or desired result —often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"succeed": {
"def": "(verb) to do what you are trying to do : to achieve the correct or desired result —often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"success:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a fact or piece of information that is kept hidden from other people",
"source": "MW"
},
"success:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very loud, active, or strong",
"source": "MW"
},
"success:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do what you are trying to do : to achieve the correct or desired result —often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"success": {
"def": "(noun) the fact of getting or achieving wealth, respect, or fame",
"source": "MW"
},
"successful:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having the correct or desired result : ending in success",
"source": "MW"
},
"successful": {
"def": "(adjective) having the correct or desired result : ending in success",
"source": "MW"
},
"successfully:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having the correct or desired result : ending in success",
"source": "MW"
},
"successfully": {
"def": "(adjective) having the correct or desired result : ending in success",
"source": "MW"
},
"sugar:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of pea whose thick outer part and seeds can be eaten —called also snap pea",
"source": "MW"
},
"sugar:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put sugar on or in (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"sugar:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not containing sugar : containing an artificial sweetening substance instead of sugar",
"source": "MW"
},
"sugar": {
"def": "(noun) a sweet substance usually in the form of white or brown crystals or white powder that comes from plants and is used to make foods sweeter",
"source": "MW"
},
"suggestion:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an idea about what someone should do or how someone should behave",
"source": "MW"
},
"suggestion": {
"def": "(noun) an idea about what someone should do or how someone should behave",
"source": "MW"
},
"suit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a pair of usually brightly colored light, nylon pants and a matching jacket",
"source": "MW"
},
"suit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to provide what is required or wanted by or for (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"suit": {
"def": "(noun) a set of clothes that usually consists of a jacket and a skirt or pair of pants that are made out of the same material",
"source": "MW"
},
"suitable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having the qualities that are right, needed, or appropriate for something —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"suitable": {
"def": "(adjective) having the qualities that are right, needed, or appropriate for something —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"sullen:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe an angry or unhappy person who does not want to talk, smile, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"sullen": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe an angry or unhappy person who does not want to talk, smile, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"sum:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a material of a particular kind",
"source": "MW"
},
"sum:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very large or impressive",
"source": "MW"
},
"sum": {
"def": "(noun) an amount of money",
"source": "MW"
},
"summarize:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to tell (information) again using fewer words",
"source": "MW"
},
"summarize": {
"def": "(verb) to tell (information) again using fewer words",
"source": "MW"
},
"summary:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a brief statement that gives the most important information about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"summary:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) using few words to give the most important information about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"summary": {
"def": "(noun) a brief statement that gives the most important information about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"sunday:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a Christian holiday on the seventh Sunday after Easter that celebrates the appearance of the Holy Spirit to the apostles —called also (British) Whit Sunday",
"source": "MW"
},
"sunday:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) at or near the time of the Christian holiday Pentecost",
"source": "MW"
},
"sunday": {
"def": "(noun) the day of the week between Saturday and Monday —abbr. Sun.",
"source": "MW"
},
"supermarket:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a store where customers can buy a variety of foods and usually household items",
"source": "MW"
},
"supermarket": {
"def": "(noun) a store where customers can buy a variety of foods and usually household items",
"source": "MW"
},
"supporter:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of underwear worn by men and boys to protect their sexual organs while playing sports —called also (chiefly US) athletic supporter",
"source": "MW"
},
"supporter": {
"def": "(noun) a person who supports an idea, a politician, a cause, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"suppose:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to think of (something) as happening or being true in order to imagine what might happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"suppose": {
"def": "(verb) to think of (something) as happening or being true in order to imagine what might happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"surgery:noun": {
"def": "(noun) surgery that improves or repairs the form or appearance of body parts",
"source": "MW"
},
"surgery:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done on a body part to return it to a former shape or to change the way that it looks",
"source": "MW"
},
"surgery": {
"def": "(noun) medical treatment in which a doctor cuts into someone's body in order to repair or remove damaged or diseased parts (chiefly US)",
"source": "MW"
},
"surprise:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of the basic substances that are made of atoms of only one kind and that cannot be separated by ordinary chemical means into simpler substances",
"source": "MW"
},
"surprise:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to carry or move (something) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"surprise:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing a feeling of happiness or pleasure",
"source": "MW"
},
"surprise": {
"def": "(noun) an unexpected event, piece of information, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"surprising:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) unexpected or unusual : causing surprise",
"source": "MW"
},
"surprising:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (someone) to feel surprised",
"source": "MW"
},
"surprising": {
"def": "(adjective) unexpected or unusual : causing surprise",
"source": "MW"
},
"surround:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be on every side of (someone or something) —often used as (be) surrounded",
"source": "MW"
},
"surround:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a border or an area that is around the outside edge of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"surround": {
"def": "(verb) to be on every side of (someone or something) —often used as (be) surrounded",
"source": "MW"
},
"surrounding:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) near or around someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"surrounding:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be on every side of (someone or something) —often used as (be) surrounded",
"source": "MW"
},
"surrounding": {
"def": "(adjective) near or around someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"survey:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a class at a college or university that gives general information about a subject for students who have not studied it before : an introductory course at a college or university",
"source": "MW"
},
"survey:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to ask (many people) a question or a series of questions in order to gather information about what most people do or think about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"survey": {
"def": "(noun) an activity in which many people are asked a question or a series of questions in order to gather information about what most people do or think about something : poll",
"source": "MW"
},
"suspect:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to think that (someone) is possibly guilty of a crime or of doing something wrong —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"suspect:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is believed to be possibly guilty of committing a crime",
"source": "MW"
},
"suspect:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not able to be trusted : causing feelings of doubt or suspicion",
"source": "MW"
},
"suspect": {
"def": "(verb) to think that (someone) is possibly guilty of a crime or of doing something wrong —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"swamp:noun": {
"def": "(noun) land that is always wet and often partly covered with water",
"source": "MW"
},
"swamp:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cover (something) with water",
"source": "MW"
},
"swamp": {
"def": "(noun) land that is always wet and often partly covered with water",
"source": "MW"
},
"sweater:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sweater that opens like a jacket and that is fastened in the front with buttons —called also (US) cardigan sweater",
"source": "MW"
},
"sweater": {
"def": "(noun) a warm usually knitted piece of clothing for the upper part of your body: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"sweep:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to remove (something, such as dust or dirt) from a surface with a broom or brush or with a quick movement of your hand, fingers, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"sweep:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of thick, heavy material that is used to cover usually a section of a floor",
"source": "MW"
},
"sweep:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) free from dirt, marks, etc. : not dirty",
"source": "MW"
},
"sweep": {
"def": "(verb) to remove (something, such as dust or dirt) from a surface with a broom or brush or with a quick movement of your hand, fingers, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"sweet:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a flavor that is both sweet and sour",
"source": "MW"
},
"sweet:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a liking for sweet foods",
"source": "MW"
},
"sweet:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to say nice things to (someone) in order to persuade that person to do something—often + into",
"source": "MW"
},
"sweet": {
"def": "(adjective) containing a lot of sugar",
"source": "MW"
},
"swim:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go down below the surface of water, mud, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"swim:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the regular upward and downward movement of the level of the ocean that is caused by the pull of the Sun and the Moon on the Earth",
"source": "MW"
},
"swim": {
"def": "(verb) to move through water by moving your arms and legs",
"source": "MW"
},
"swimming:noun": {
"def": "(noun) special clothing that women and girls wear for swimming —called also (chiefly US) bathing suit, swimming costume",
"source": "MW"
},
"swimming:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move through water by moving your arms and legs",
"source": "MW"
},
"swimming": {
"def": "(noun) the sport or activity of moving through water by moving your arms and legs",
"source": "MW"
},
"switch:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a specific area or region of the world : a particular city, country, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"switch:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move your hand, a bat, etc., quickly so that it touches someone or something in a forceful or violent way",
"source": "MW"
},
"switch": {
"def": "(noun) a small device that starts or stops the flow of electricity to something (such as a lamp or a machine) when it is pressed or moved up and down",
"source": "MW"
},
"sycophantic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who praises powerful people in order to get their approval",
"source": "MW"
},
"sycophantic": {
"def": "(noun) a person who praises powerful people in order to get their approval",
"source": "MW"
},
"symbolize:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be a symbol of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"symbolize": {
"def": "(verb) to be a symbol of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"symptom:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a change in the body or mind which indicates that a disease is present —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"symptom": {
"def": "(noun) a change in the body or mind which indicates that a disease is present —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"system:noun": {
"def": "(noun) our sun and the planets that move around it",
"source": "MW"
},
"system": {
"def": "(noun) a group of related parts that move or work together",
"source": "MW"
},
"t-shirt:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a shirt that has short sleeves and no collar and that is usually made of cotton",
"source": "MW"
},
"t-shirt": {
"def": "(noun) a shirt that has short sleeves and no collar and that is usually made of cotton",
"source": "MW"
},
"tablet:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a flat piece of stone, clay, or wood that has writing on it",
"source": "MW"
},
"tablet": {
"def": "(noun) a flat piece of stone, clay, or wood that has writing on it",
"source": "MW"
},
"talent:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person whose job is to find talented performers, athletes, etc. —called also (British) talent spotter",
"source": "MW"
},
"talent": {
"def": "(noun) a special ability that allows someone to do something well",
"source": "MW"
},
"talented:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a special ability to do something well : having talent",
"source": "MW"
},
"talented": {
"def": "(adjective) having a special ability to do something well : having talent",
"source": "MW"
},
"talk:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to influence or persuade (someone) by talking quickly in a confident and often dishonest way",
"source": "MW"
},
"talk:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a conversation between lovers in bed",
"source": "MW"
},
"talk": {
"def": "(verb) to say words in order to express your thoughts, feelings, opinions, etc., to someone —often + to —often + about",
"source": "MW"
},
"tank:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sleeveless sweater worn over a shirt —called also (British) tank top",
"source": "MW"
},
"tank:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be very unsuccessful : to fail completely",
"source": "MW"
},
"tank": {
"def": "(noun) a container for holding a liquid or gas",
"source": "MW"
},
"tape:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a thin plastic tape that is coated with magnetic material on which information (such as sound or television images) may be stored",
"source": "MW"
},
"tape:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a recording of (something) on magnetic tape",
"source": "MW"
},
"tape": {
"def": "(noun) a long, narrow piece of material that is sticky on one side and that is used to stick things together or to cover or repair something",
"source": "MW"
},
"target:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a target that can be attacked easily because it does not have military defenses —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"target:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to discover (something or someone) without planning or trying to : to discover (something or someone) by chance",
"source": "MW"
},
"target:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not hard to do : not difficult",
"source": "MW"
},
"target": {
"def": "(noun) something that you are trying to do or achieve",
"source": "MW"
},
"tax:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place where people go to live and companies go to operate in order to avoid paying high taxes",
"source": "MW"
},
"tax:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to require (someone) to pay a tax",
"source": "MW"
},
"tax:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not taxed : tax-exempt",
"source": "MW"
},
"tax": {
"def": "(noun) an amount of money that a government requires people to pay according to their income, the value of their property, etc., and that is used to pay for the things done by the government —often + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"taxi:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place where taxis park while waiting to be hired —called also (British) taxi rank",
"source": "MW"
},
"taxi:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move on wheels along the ground",
"source": "MW"
},
"taxi": {
"def": "(noun) a car that carries passengers to a place for an amount of money that is based on the distance traveled —often used before another noun —called also taxicab",
"source": "MW"
},
"tea:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a matching set of cups and dishes that are used for serving tea",
"source": "MW"
},
"tea": {
"def": "(noun) a drink that is made by soaking the dried leaves of an Asian plant in hot water",
"source": "MW"
},
"teaching:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a student who is learning how to teach and practicing teaching for the first time",
"source": "MW"
},
"teaching:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or used for teaching someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"teaching:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause or help (someone) to learn about a subject by giving lessons",
"source": "MW"
},
"teaching": {
"def": "(noun) the job or profession of a teacher",
"source": "MW"
},
"team:noun": {
"def": "(noun) work done by the mind or body : energy used to do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"team:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to discuss (something) with people whose opinions are different from your own",
"source": "MW"
},
"team:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made, sent, or provided at an early time",
"source": "MW"
},
"team": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people who compete in a sport, game, etc., against another group —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"tease:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to laugh at and criticize (someone) in a way that is either friendly and playful or cruel and unkind",
"source": "MW"
},
"tease:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who teases other people—usually singular; especially : a person who seems to be sexually interested in someone but who is not serious about having a sexual relationship",
"source": "MW"
},
"tease": {
"def": "(verb) to laugh at and criticize (someone) in a way that is either friendly and playful or cruel and unkind",
"source": "MW"
},
"technical:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to the practical use of machines or science in industry, medicine, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"technical:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of showing that you believe that someone or something is good or acceptable : approval of someone or something —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"technical": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to the practical use of machines or science in industry, medicine, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"technique:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a way of doing something by using special knowledge or skill",
"source": "MW"
},
"technique": {
"def": "(noun) a way of doing something by using special knowledge or skill",
"source": "MW"
},
"technology:noun": {
"def": "(noun) knowledge about or study of the natural world based on facts learned through experiments and observation —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"technology": {
"def": "(noun) the use of science in industry, engineering, etc., to invent useful things or to solve problems",
"source": "MW"
},
"teenage:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) between 13 and 19 years old",
"source": "MW"
},
"teenage": {
"def": "(adjective) between 13 and 19 years old",
"source": "MW"
},
"teenager:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who is between 13 and 19 years old",
"source": "MW"
},
"teenager": {
"def": "(noun) someone who is between 13 and 19 years old",
"source": "MW"
},
"teens:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who is between 13 and 19 years old : teenager",
"source": "MW"
},
"teens": {
"def": "(noun) the numbers 13 through 19; especially : the years 13 through 19 in a century or a person's lifetime",
"source": "MW"
},
"telephone:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a book that lists the names, addresses, and phone numbers of the people and businesses in a certain area —called also telephone directory",
"source": "MW"
},
"telephone:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to speak or try to speak to (someone) using a telephone : to call or phone (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"telephone": {
"def": "(noun) a system that uses wires and radio signals to send sounds (such as people's voices) over long distances : phone",
"source": "MW"
},
"television:noun": {
"def": "(noun) television channels that you must order and pay for —called also pay television",
"source": "MW"
},
"television": {
"def": "(noun) an electronic system of sending images and sounds by a wire or through space",
"source": "MW"
},
"temerity:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the quality of being confident and unafraid of danger or punishment especially in a way that seems rude or foolish",
"source": "MW"
},
"temerity": {
"def": "(noun) the quality of being confident and unafraid of danger or punishment especially in a way that seems rude or foolish",
"source": "MW"
},
"temperature:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person's or animal's whole physical self —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"temperature:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move with your legs at a speed that is faster than walking —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"temperature": {
"def": "(noun) a measurement that indicates how hot or cold something is : a measurement in degrees showing the heat of something (such as air or water)",
"source": "MW"
},
"tempestuous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) affected by a tempest : stormy",
"source": "MW"
},
"tempestuous": {
"def": "(adjective) affected by a tempest : stormy",
"source": "MW"
},
"temporary:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) continuing for a limited amount of time : not permanent",
"source": "MW"
},
"temporary:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as an idea or set of ideas) from which another thing develops or can develop —usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"temporary": {
"def": "(adjective) continuing for a limited amount of time : not permanent",
"source": "MW"
},
"tenacious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not easily stopped or pulled apart : firm or strong",
"source": "MW"
},
"tenacious": {
"def": "(adjective) not easily stopped or pulled apart : firm or strong",
"source": "MW"
},
"tennis:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a game in which players stand at opposite ends of a table and use wooden paddles to hit a small plastic ball to each other across a net",
"source": "MW"
},
"tennis": {
"def": "(noun) a game that is played by two people or two pairs of people on a special court (called a tennis court) where they hit a small ball back and forth over a net using rackets",
"source": "MW"
},
"tenuous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not certain, definite, or strong : flimsy, weak, or uncertain",
"source": "MW"
},
"tenuous": {
"def": "(adjective) not certain, definite, or strong : flimsy, weak, or uncertain",
"source": "MW"
},
"term:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the year in which schools and universities are holding classes",
"source": "MW"
},
"term:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give a particular name or description to (something) : to call (something) by a particular name or to describe (something) in a particular way",
"source": "MW"
},
"term:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) lasting for a period of time that is neither long nor short",
"source": "MW"
},
"term": {
"def": "(noun) a word or phrase that has an exact meaning",
"source": "MW"
},
"terse:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) brief and direct in a way that may seem rude or unfriendly",
"source": "MW"
},
"terse": {
"def": "(adjective) brief and direct in a way that may seem rude or unfriendly",
"source": "MW"
},
"test:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a child produced from an egg that was fertilized outside of a woman's body and then put back into the woman's body to finish developing",
"source": "MW"
},
"test:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use a set of questions or problems to measure someone's skills, knowledge, or abilities —often + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"test": {
"def": "(noun) a set of questions or problems that are designed to measure a person's knowledge, skills, or abilities",
"source": "MW"
},
"text:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a short message that is sent electronically to a cell phone or other device —called also text",
"source": "MW"
},
"text:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to send someone a text message",
"source": "MW"
},
"text:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a particular position or location",
"source": "MW"
},
"text": {
"def": "(noun) the original words of a piece of writing or a speech",
"source": "MW"
},
"thank:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do the first part of an action : to start doing something",
"source": "MW"
},
"thank:noun": {
"def": "(noun) any one of the objects in space that are made of burning gas and that look like points of light in the night sky",
"source": "MW"
},
"thank:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having good luck : fortunate",
"source": "MW"
},
"thank": {
"def": "(verb) to tell (someone) that you are grateful for something that he or she has done or given",
"source": "MW"
},
"thanks:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the number 1,000,000",
"source": "MW"
},
"thanks:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to need to pay or repay money to a person, bank, business, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"thanks": {
"def": "(noun) a good feeling that you have towards someone who has helped you, given something to you, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"that:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) —used to introduce a group of words that limits the meaning of a noun especially to a specific person, place, or thing",
"source": "MW"
},
"that:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to introduce a clause that is the subject or object of a verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"that:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to indicate which person, thing, or idea is being shown, pointed to, or mentioned",
"source": "MW"
},
"that:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) almost or nearly",
"source": "MW"
},
"that:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) with another thing or group of things",
"source": "MW"
},
"that:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a record of money that has been paid and money that has been received : bill",
"source": "MW"
},
"that": {
"def": "(pronoun) —used to indicate which person, thing, fact, or idea is being shown, pointed to, or mentioned",
"source": "MW"
},
"the:definite article": {
"def": "(definite article) —used to indicate a person or thing that has already been mentioned or seen or is clearly understood from the situation",
"source": "MW"
},
"the:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who has talent or other good qualities but who is not polite, educated, socially skilled, etc. —called also (British) rough diamond",
"source": "MW"
},
"the:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) looking or seeming cheap or poor and dirty or worn",
"source": "MW"
},
"the": {
"def": "(definite article) —used to indicate a person or thing that has already been mentioned or seen or is clearly understood from the situation",
"source": "MW"
},
"theater:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place where people can watch movies outdoors while sitting in their cars —called also drive-in theater",
"source": "MW"
},
"theater": {
"def": "(noun) a building where plays, shows, etc., are performed on a stage",
"source": "MW"
},
"theatre:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who often goes to the theater to see plays",
"source": "MW"
},
"theatre": {
"def": "(noun) a building where plays, shows, etc., are performed on a stage",
"source": "MW"
},
"theirs:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) that which belongs to or is connected with them : their one : their ones",
"source": "MW"
},
"theirs": {
"def": "(pronoun) that which belongs to or is connected with them : their one : their ones",
"source": "MW"
},
"theory:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a theory in physics that is based on the idea that energy (such as light) is made of small separate units of energy",
"source": "MW"
},
"theory": {
"def": "(noun) an idea or set of ideas that is intended to explain facts or events",
"source": "MW"
},
"therapy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) treatment or therapy to help people who have speech problems learn to pronounce words correctly",
"source": "MW"
},
"therapy": {
"def": "(noun) the treatment of physical or mental illnesses",
"source": "MW"
},
"thigh:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of your leg that is above the knee",
"source": "MW"
},
"thigh": {
"def": "(noun) the part of your leg that is above the knee",
"source": "MW"
},
"thinking:noun": {
"def": "(noun) how someone or something does something : how someone or something behaves, appears, feels, etc.—usually singular —often followed by to + verb —often used with in",
"source": "MW"
},
"thinking:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) thinking about the future : forward-looking",
"source": "MW"
},
"thinking:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) believe something that is not true",
"source": "MW"
},
"thinking": {
"def": "(noun) the action of using your mind to produce ideas, decisions, memories, etc. : the activity of thinking about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"thirteen:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the number 13",
"source": "MW"
},
"thirteen": {
"def": "(noun) the number 13",
"source": "MW"
},
"thirty:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the number 30",
"source": "MW"
},
"thirty": {
"def": "(noun) the number 30",
"source": "MW"
},
"this:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) the person, thing, or idea that is present or near in place, time, or thought or that has just been mentioned",
"source": "MW"
},
"this:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to indicate the person, thing, or idea that is present or near in place, time, or thought or that has just been mentioned",
"source": "MW"
},
"this:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to the degree or extent that is suggested in the present situation —often used in negative statements",
"source": "MW"
},
"this:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to put (something) with another thing or group of things",
"source": "MW"
},
"this:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a period of 24 hours beginning at midnight : one of the seven time periods that make up a week",
"source": "MW"
},
"this": {
"def": "(pronoun) the person, thing, or idea that is present or near in place, time, or thought or that has just been mentioned",
"source": "MW"
},
"though:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to stress something that is surprising or unlikely",
"source": "MW"
},
"though:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something) to make a sound or be heard —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"though:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to make comparisons —usually used in the phrase as…as —sometimes used in negative phrases with so",
"source": "MW"
},
"though:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) —used to ask for information about someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"though": {
"def": "(adverb) —used when you are saying something that is different from or contrasts with a previous statement",
"source": "MW"
},
"threat:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a device that is designed to explode in order to injure or kill people or to damage or destroy property —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"threat:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not working, active, or being used",
"source": "MW"
},
"threat": {
"def": "(noun) a statement saying you will be harmed if you do not do what someone wants you to do",
"source": "MW"
},
"throb:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to feel a pain that starts and stops quickly and repeatedly",
"source": "MW"
},
"throb:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a strong, steady beat",
"source": "MW"
},
"throb": {
"def": "(verb) to feel a pain that starts and stops quickly and repeatedly",
"source": "MW"
},
"thunder:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the very loud sound that comes from the sky during a storm : the sound that follows a flash of lightning",
"source": "MW"
},
"thunder:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take (something that does not belong to you) in a way that is wrong or illegal",
"source": "MW"
},
"thunder": {
"def": "(noun) the very loud sound that comes from the sky during a storm : the sound that follows a flash of lightning",
"source": "MW"
},
"thursday:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the Thursday before Easter",
"source": "MW"
},
"thursday": {
"def": "(noun) the day of the week between Wednesday and Friday —abbr. Thurs. or Thur. or Th.",
"source": "MW"
},
"ticket:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a ticket for a certain place, activity, or series of events (such as sports contests) that you can use many times during a particular period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"ticket:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give (a driver) a ticket for driving or parking improperly",
"source": "MW"
},
"ticket:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a high price : expensive",
"source": "MW"
},
"ticket": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of paper that allows you to see a show, participate in an event, travel on a vehicle, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"tidy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) clean and organized : not messy",
"source": "MW"
},
"tidy:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (something) tidy : to make (something) clean and organized —usually + up —+ up",
"source": "MW"
},
"tidy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a container for storing small items",
"source": "MW"
},
"tidy": {
"def": "(adjective) clean and organized : not messy",
"source": "MW"
},
"till:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to let (something) fall",
"source": "MW"
},
"till:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a point that marks the limit of something : the point at which something no longer continues to happen or exist",
"source": "MW"
},
"till:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a lot of extra flesh on your body : having a lot of body fat",
"source": "MW"
},
"till": {
"def": "(verb) to prepare (soil, a piece of land, etc.) for growing crops",
"source": "MW"
},
"tin:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an area in a city where people who write and produce popular music live and work",
"source": "MW"
},
"tin:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of little worth or importance : two-bit",
"source": "MW"
},
"tin": {
"def": "(noun) a soft, shiny, bluish-white metal that has many different uses",
"source": "MW"
},
"title:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a mark left on the ground by a moving animal, person, or vehicle—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"title:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to feel or show that you are very happy about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"title:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having the same name as a movie, play, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"title": {
"def": "(noun) the name given to something (such as a book, song, or movie) to identify or describe it",
"source": "MW"
},
"to:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) as stated, reported, or recorded by (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"to:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) into a state of being awake or conscious",
"source": "MW"
},
"to:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made up of long lines of cars that are very close to each other",
"source": "MW"
},
"to:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a woman who is going to be married soon",
"source": "MW"
},
"to": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to indicate that the following verb is in the infinitive form —often used by itself in place of an infinitive verb when the verb is understood",
"source": "MW"
},
"today:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a period of 24 hours beginning at midnight : one of the seven time periods that make up a week",
"source": "MW"
},
"today:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) on, during, or for this day",
"source": "MW"
},
"today:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to indicate the person, thing, or idea that is present or near in place, time, or thought or that has just been mentioned",
"source": "MW"
},
"today": {
"def": "(noun) the present time",
"source": "MW"
},
"toilet:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a liquid that has a light, pleasant smell and that people put on their skin : a kind of perfume that consists mostly of water and does not have a strong scent",
"source": "MW"
},
"toilet:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause a strong flow of water to clean (a toilet)",
"source": "MW"
},
"toilet": {
"def": "(noun) a large bowl attached to a pipe that is used for getting rid of bodily waste and then flushed with water",
"source": "MW"
},
"tomato:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a thick sauce made with tomatoes —called also tomato ketchup",
"source": "MW"
},
"tomato": {
"def": "(noun) a round, soft, red fruit that is eaten raw or cooked and that is often used in salads, sandwiches, sauces, etc. —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"tomorrow:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a period of 24 hours beginning at midnight : one of the seven time periods that make up a week",
"source": "MW"
},
"tomorrow:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) on, during, or for the day after today",
"source": "MW"
},
"tomorrow": {
"def": "(noun) the day after today",
"source": "MW"
},
"ton:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small, hard block of baked clay that is used to build structures (such as houses) and sometimes to make streets, paths, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"ton:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to find how heavy (someone or something) is : to measure the weight of (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"ton": {
"def": "(noun) a unit for measuring weight that equals 2,000 pounds (907 kilograms)",
"source": "MW"
},
"tongue:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the language that a person learns to speak first",
"source": "MW"
},
"tongue:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to press down on or cut into (someone or something) with the teeth —often + off —often + down, into, or through",
"source": "MW"
},
"tongue:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) unable to speak because you are nervous or shy",
"source": "MW"
},
"tongue:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that is not serious and that is meant to be funny",
"source": "MW"
},
"tongue": {
"def": "(noun) the soft, movable part in the mouth that is used for tasting and eating food and in human beings for speaking",
"source": "MW"
},
"tonight:noun": {
"def": "(noun) this night or the night following this day",
"source": "MW"
},
"tonight:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) on this night or on the night following this day",
"source": "MW"
},
"tonight": {
"def": "(noun) this night or the night following this day",
"source": "MW"
},
"tonne:noun": {
"def": "(noun) metric ton",
"source": "MW"
},
"tonne": {
"def": "(noun) metric ton",
"source": "MW"
},
"tool:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a tool (such as a drill) that is powered by electricity and designed for shaping metal or wood",
"source": "MW"
},
"tool:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to drive or ride in a vehicle",
"source": "MW"
},
"tool": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a hammer, saw, shovel, etc.) that you hold in your hand and use for a particular task",
"source": "MW"
},
"tooth:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a flat piece of plastic or metal with a row of thin teeth that is used for making hair neat",
"source": "MW"
},
"tooth": {
"def": "(noun) one of the hard white objects inside the mouth that are used for biting and chewing",
"source": "MW"
},
"topic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of talking about something with another person or a group of people : a conversation about something",
"source": "MW"
},
"topic:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use all of someone's mental or physical energy : to tire out or wear out (someone) completely",
"source": "MW"
},
"topic": {
"def": "(noun) someone or something that people talk or write about : subject —often + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"topple:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something) to become unsteady and fall —often + over",
"source": "MW"
},
"topple": {
"def": "(verb) to cause (something) to become unsteady and fall —often + over",
"source": "MW"
},
"torpor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a state of not being active and having very little energy",
"source": "MW"
},
"torpor": {
"def": "(noun) a state of not being active and having very little energy",
"source": "MW"
},
"totally:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) completely or entirely",
"source": "MW"
},
"totally": {
"def": "(adverb) completely or entirely",
"source": "MW"
},
"totem:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a tall usually wooden pole that is carved and painted with symbols, figures, or masks which represent different Native American tribes",
"source": "MW"
},
"totem": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as an animal or plant) that is the symbol for a family, tribe, etc., especially among Native Americans",
"source": "MW"
},
"tough:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very difficult to do or deal with —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"tough:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sweet baked food that is usually small, flat, and round and is made from flour and sugar —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"tough:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that shows that you are strong or tough",
"source": "MW"
},
"tough:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go or come after or behind (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"tough": {
"def": "(adjective) very difficult to do or deal with —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"tour:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that is done as part of a job",
"source": "MW"
},
"tour:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a journey or trip through an area or place : to make a tour of (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"tour:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or involving a series of appearances by a politician in different communities during an election campaign",
"source": "MW"
},
"tour": {
"def": "(noun) a journey through the different parts of a country, region, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"tourism:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the activity of traveling to a place for pleasure",
"source": "MW"
},
"tourism": {
"def": "(noun) the activity of traveling to a place for pleasure",
"source": "MW"
},
"tourist:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of the four periods (spring, summer, autumn, and winter) into which the year is commonly divided",
"source": "MW"
},
"tourist": {
"def": "(noun) a person who travels to a place for pleasure",
"source": "MW"
},
"towards:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) in the direction of (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"towards:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move or travel to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"towards:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) extending a great distance from one end to the other end : not short",
"source": "MW"
},
"towards": {
"def": "(preposition) in the direction of (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"towel:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a thick piece of soft material that is used to absorb blood during menstruation —called also sanitary pad, sanitary towel",
"source": "MW"
},
"towel:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to dry (something) with a towel —+ off or down",
"source": "MW"
},
"towel": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of cloth used for drying things",
"source": "MW"
},
"toy:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a toy in the shape of an animal that usually has fake fur and is filled with soft material —called also (British) soft toy",
"source": "MW"
},
"toy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, for, or relating to toys",
"source": "MW"
},
"toy": {
"def": "(noun) something a child plays with",
"source": "MW"
},
"traditional:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) based on a way of thinking, behaving, or doing something that has been used by the people in a particular group, family, society, etc., for a long time : following the tradition of a certain group or culture",
"source": "MW"
},
"traditional:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a way to get from one place to another place",
"source": "MW"
},
"traditional": {
"def": "(adjective) based on a way of thinking, behaving, or doing something that has been used by the people in a particular group, family, society, etc., for a long time : following the tradition of a certain group or culture",
"source": "MW"
},
"traffic:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an electric lamp that usually has a red, a green, and a yellow light and that is used to control traffic —often plural—called also traffic signal, stoplight",
"source": "MW"
},
"traffic:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to buy or sell something especially illegally—usually + in —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"traffic": {
"def": "(noun) all the vehicles driving along a certain road or in a certain area",
"source": "MW"
},
"trainer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a shoe with a rubber sole that is designed for people to wear while running, playing sports, etc. —called also (British) trainer, training shoe",
"source": "MW"
},
"trainer": {
"def": "(noun) a person who teaches or coaches athletes or animals : a person who trains athletes or animals",
"source": "MW"
},
"training:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the activity of lifting weights regularly to strengthen your muscles",
"source": "MW"
},
"training:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to teach (someone) the skills needed to do something (such as a job) : to give instruction to (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"training": {
"def": "(noun) a process by which someone is taught the skills that are needed for an art, profession, or job",
"source": "MW"
},
"transfer:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move (someone or something) from one place to another",
"source": "MW"
},
"transfer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act or process of moving someone or something from one place to another",
"source": "MW"
},
"transfer:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) operating through the use of many small electrical parts (such as microchips and transistors)",
"source": "MW"
},
"transfer": {
"def": "(verb) to move (someone or something) from one place to another",
"source": "MW"
},
"transition:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a change from one state or condition to another",
"source": "MW"
},
"transition:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a change from one state, place, or condition to another : to make a transition",
"source": "MW"
},
"transition": {
"def": "(noun) a change from one state or condition to another",
"source": "MW"
},
"translate:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to change words from one language into another language",
"source": "MW"
},
"translate": {
"def": "(verb) to change words from one language into another language",
"source": "MW"
},
"translation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) words that have been changed from one language into a different language : words that have been translated",
"source": "MW"
},
"translation": {
"def": "(noun) words that have been changed from one language into a different language : words that have been translated",
"source": "MW"
},
"transport:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to carry (someone or something) from one place to another",
"source": "MW"
},
"transport:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a restaurant that is near a highway and that is used especially by truck drivers —called also (British) transport café",
"source": "MW"
},
"transport": {
"def": "(verb) to carry (someone or something) from one place to another",
"source": "MW"
},
"transportation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a particular form or type of something (such as transportation or behavior)",
"source": "MW"
},
"transportation": {
"def": "(noun) the act or process of moving people or things from one place to another",
"source": "MW"
},
"trapper:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who catches animals in traps; especially : someone who catches wild animals in traps and kills them for their fur",
"source": "MW"
},
"trapper": {
"def": "(noun) someone who catches animals in traps; especially : someone who catches wild animals in traps and kills them for their fur",
"source": "MW"
},
"travel:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to press down on or cut into (someone or something) with the teeth —often + off —often + down, into, or through",
"source": "MW"
},
"travel:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the earth and all the people and things on it",
"source": "MW"
},
"travel": {
"def": "(verb) to go on a trip or journey : to go to a place and especially one that is far away —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"traveller:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a check that is paid for in advance and that may be exchanged for or used like cash",
"source": "MW"
},
"traveller": {
"def": "(noun) someone who is traveling or who travels often",
"source": "MW"
},
"treatment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a treatment for mental illness in which the patient is given electric shocks —called also shock treatment",
"source": "MW"
},
"treatment:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to a king or queen",
"source": "MW"
},
"treatment": {
"def": "(noun) the way that you think of and act toward someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"trend:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a general direction of change : a way of behaving, proceeding, etc., that is developing and becoming more common",
"source": "MW"
},
"trend:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to change (something) to an opposite state or condition",
"source": "MW"
},
"trend": {
"def": "(noun) a general direction of change : a way of behaving, proceeding, etc., that is developing and becoming more common",
"source": "MW"
},
"trepidation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of fear that causes you to hesitate because you think something bad or unpleasant is going to happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"trepidation": {
"def": "(noun) a feeling of fear that causes you to hesitate because you think something bad or unpleasant is going to happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"trial:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people who are members of the public and are chosen to make a decision in a legal case",
"source": "MW"
},
"trial:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to or used in a test that is done for a period of time to see if something is worth buying, using, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"trial:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be in an upright position with all of your weight on your feet",
"source": "MW"
},
"trial": {
"def": "(noun) a formal meeting in a court in which evidence about crimes, disagreements, etc., is presented to a judge and often a jury so that decisions can be made according to the law",
"source": "MW"
},
"tribunal:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a kind of court that has authority in a specific area",
"source": "MW"
},
"tribunal": {
"def": "(noun) a kind of court that has authority in a specific area",
"source": "MW"
},
"trick:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a set of printed sheets of paper that are held together inside a cover : a long written work —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"trick:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to deceive (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"trick:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) using methods that are meant to deceive someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"trick": {
"def": "(noun) an action that is meant to deceive someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"tropical:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, occurring in, or used in the tropics",
"source": "MW"
},
"tropical:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a tropical forest that receives a lot of rain and that has very tall trees —called also tropical rain forest",
"source": "MW"
},
"tropical": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, occurring in, or used in the tropics",
"source": "MW"
},
"trot:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move at a speed faster than walking by stepping with each front leg at the same time as the opposite back leg",
"source": "MW"
},
"trot:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a formal dance that includes slow walking steps and quick running steps; also : the music for this dance",
"source": "MW"
},
"trot:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a high temperature",
"source": "MW"
},
"trot": {
"def": "(verb) to move at a speed faster than walking by stepping with each front leg at the same time as the opposite back leg",
"source": "MW"
},
"trouble:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a very beautiful, pleasant, or peaceful place that seems to be perfect",
"source": "MW"
},
"trouble:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use your nose to sense smells",
"source": "MW"
},
"trouble": {
"def": "(noun) problems or difficulties —usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"trousers:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the opening through which food passes into the body : the part of the face that includes the lips and the opening behind them",
"source": "MW"
},
"trousers:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use or have (something) as clothing : to have (a shirt, pants, etc.) over part of your body",
"source": "MW"
},
"trousers": {
"def": "(noun) the opening through which food passes into the body : the part of the face that includes the lips and the opening behind them",
"source": "MW"
},
"truck:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small truck or van with a fully enclosed body that is often used to deliver goods",
"source": "MW"
},
"truck:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to transport (something) in a truck —often + in",
"source": "MW"
},
"truck": {
"def": "(noun) a vehicle that carries things: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"truculent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) easily annoyed or angered and likely to argue",
"source": "MW"
},
"truculent": {
"def": "(adjective) easily annoyed or angered and likely to argue",
"source": "MW"
},
"tube:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a glass tube that was used in the past in computers, televisions, etc., to control the flow of electricity —called also (British) valve",
"source": "MW"
},
"tube": {
"def": "(noun) a long, hollow object that is used especially to control the flow of a liquid or gas",
"source": "MW"
},
"tuesday:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the day before the first day of the Christian holy period of Lent : the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday —called also (US) Fat Tuesday, Pancake Day",
"source": "MW"
},
"tuesday": {
"def": "(noun) the day of the week between Monday and Wednesday —abbr. Tues., Tue., or Tu.",
"source": "MW"
},
"tug:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to pull something with a quick, forceful movement",
"source": "MW"
},
"tug:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of hair growing from the front of the head",
"source": "MW"
},
"tug": {
"def": "(verb) to pull something with a quick, forceful movement",
"source": "MW"
},
"tumble:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to dry (clothes, sheets, etc.) in a machine",
"source": "MW"
},
"tumble:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a machine used for drying clothes after they are washed",
"source": "MW"
},
"tumble:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) disorderly, loud, and rough",
"source": "MW"
},
"tumble": {
"def": "(verb) to fall down suddenly and quickly",
"source": "MW"
},
"tune:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who plays a pipe or the bagpipes",
"source": "MW"
},
"tune:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use your voice to make musical sounds in the form of a song or tune",
"source": "MW"
},
"tune": {
"def": "(noun) a series of musical notes that produce a pleasing sound when played or sung",
"source": "MW"
},
"turbulent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) moving in an irregular or violent way",
"source": "MW"
},
"turbulent": {
"def": "(adjective) moving in an irregular or violent way",
"source": "MW"
},
"tv:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a system in which television signals are sent through cables rather than through the air —called also cable TV",
"source": "MW"
},
"tv:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe something that surprises and usually upsets people",
"source": "MW"
},
"tv": {
"def": "(noun) television —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"twelve:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the number 12",
"source": "MW"
},
"twelve": {
"def": "(noun) the number 12",
"source": "MW"
},
"twenty:noun": {
"def": "(noun) one of the 24 equal parts of a day : 60 minutes",
"source": "MW"
},
"twenty:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) all the time : twenty-four hours a day and seven days a week",
"source": "MW"
},
"twenty:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having good vision and able to see without glasses",
"source": "MW"
},
"twenty": {
"def": "(noun) the number 20",
"source": "MW"
},
"twice:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in an upward and forward direction across something",
"source": "MW"
},
"twice:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to believe that something is true, that a particular situation exists, that something will happen, etc. —often + that",
"source": "MW"
},
"twice:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the flashes of light that are produced in the sky during a storm",
"source": "MW"
},
"twice:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening, done, or made once each year",
"source": "MW"
},
"twice": {
"def": "(adverb) two times : on two occasions",
"source": "MW"
},
"twig:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small branch of a tree or bush",
"source": "MW"
},
"twig:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to understand (something) suddenly",
"source": "MW"
},
"twig": {
"def": "(noun) a small branch of a tree or bush",
"source": "MW"
},
"twin:noun": {
"def": "(noun) conjoined twin",
"source": "MW"
},
"twin:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a size of 39 inches by 75 inches (about 1.0 by 1.9 meters)",
"source": "MW"
},
"twin:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to bring (two things) together in close association—usually used as (be) twinned",
"source": "MW"
},
"twin": {
"def": "(noun) either one of two babies that are born at the same time to the same mother",
"source": "MW"
},
"typical:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) normal for a person, thing, or group : average or usual",
"source": "MW"
},
"typical": {
"def": "(adjective) normal for a person, thing, or group : average or usual",
"source": "MW"
},
"typically:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) generally or normally—used to say what normally happens",
"source": "MW"
},
"typically": {
"def": "(adverb) generally or normally—used to say what normally happens",
"source": "MW"
},
"tyrannical:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) using power over people in a way that is cruel and unfair",
"source": "MW"
},
"tyrannical": {
"def": "(adjective) using power over people in a way that is cruel and unfair",
"source": "MW"
},
"tyre:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an extra tire for a car",
"source": "MW"
},
"tyre": {
"def": "(noun) a rubber ring that usually contains air and that fits around the wheel of a car, bicycle, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"ugly:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) unpleasant to look at : not pretty or attractive",
"source": "MW"
},
"ugly:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an action that is considered to be wrong according to religious or moral law",
"source": "MW"
},
"ugly:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to take care of (a young person or animal) —often + on",
"source": "MW"
},
"ugly": {
"def": "(adjective) unpleasant to look at : not pretty or attractive",
"source": "MW"
},
"ultimately:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at the end of a process, period of time, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"ultimately": {
"def": "(adverb) at the end of a process, period of time, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"umbrella:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a device that is used for protection from the rain and sun",
"source": "MW"
},
"umbrella": {
"def": "(noun) a device that is used for protection from the rain and sun",
"source": "MW"
},
"uncomfortable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) causing a feeling of physical discomfort",
"source": "MW"
},
"uncomfortable": {
"def": "(adjective) causing a feeling of physical discomfort",
"source": "MW"
},
"unconscious:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not conscious: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"unconscious:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of a person that thinks, reasons, feels, and remembers",
"source": "MW"
},
"unconscious": {
"def": "(adjective) not conscious: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"underground:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) located or occurring below the surface of the earth",
"source": "MW"
},
"underground:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) below the surface of the earth",
"source": "MW"
},
"underground:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a system of trains that run below the ground in a large city : subway",
"source": "MW"
},
"underground": {
"def": "(adjective) located or occurring below the surface of the earth",
"source": "MW"
},
"understanding:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the knowledge and ability to judge a particular situation or subject—usually + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"understanding:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) showing sympathy and kindness : tolerant or sympathetic",
"source": "MW"
},
"understanding:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to know the meaning of (something, such as the words that someone is saying or a language) : comprehend",
"source": "MW"
},
"understanding:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) on or to the farther part or side of (something) : at a greater distance than (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"understanding:combining form": {
"def": "(combining form) yourself or itself",
"source": "MW"
},
"understanding": {
"def": "(noun) the knowledge and ability to judge a particular situation or subject—usually + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"underwear:noun": {
"def": "(noun) underwear that covers your legs and that is worn in cold weather —called also (US) long underwear",
"source": "MW"
},
"underwear": {
"def": "(noun) clothing that is worn next to your skin and under other clothing",
"source": "MW"
},
"unemployed:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having no job : not employed",
"source": "MW"
},
"unemployed": {
"def": "(adjective) having no job : not employed",
"source": "MW"
},
"unemployment:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the state of not having a job",
"source": "MW"
},
"unemployment": {
"def": "(noun) the state of not having a job",
"source": "MW"
},
"unexpected:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not expected",
"source": "MW"
},
"unexpected": {
"def": "(adjective) not expected",
"source": "MW"
},
"unfair:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) treating people in a way that favors some over others : not fair, honest, or just",
"source": "MW"
},
"unfair": {
"def": "(adjective) treating people in a way that favors some over others : not fair, honest, or just",
"source": "MW"
},
"unfortunately:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to say that something bad or unlucky has happened",
"source": "MW"
},
"unfortunately": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to say that something bad or unlucky has happened",
"source": "MW"
},
"unhappy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) sad, depressed, or disappointed : not happy —often + with —often + about —often + that",
"source": "MW"
},
"unhappy": {
"def": "(adjective) sad, depressed, or disappointed : not happy —often + with —often + about —often + that",
"source": "MW"
},
"uniform:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the letters and symbols (such as http://www.Merriam-Webster.com) that are the address of a Web site",
"source": "MW"
},
"uniform:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not varying or changing : staying the same at all times, in all places, or for all parts or members",
"source": "MW"
},
"uniform": {
"def": "(noun) a special kind of clothing that is worn by all the members of a group or organization (such as an army or team)",
"source": "MW"
},
"union:noun": {
"def": "(noun) labor union",
"source": "MW"
},
"union": {
"def": "(noun) an organization of workers formed to protect the rights and interests of its members —called also (US) labor union, trade union",
"source": "MW"
},
"unique:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to say that something or someone is unlike anything or anyone else",
"source": "MW"
},
"unique": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to say that something or someone is unlike anything or anyone else",
"source": "MW"
},
"unit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of investment in which the money of many people is used to buy stock from many different companies —called also (British) unit trust",
"source": "MW"
},
"unit:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) protected from danger or harm",
"source": "MW"
},
"unit": {
"def": "(noun) a single thing, person, or group that is a part of something larger",
"source": "MW"
},
"united:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) involving people or groups working together to achieve something",
"source": "MW"
},
"united:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to join together to do or achieve something —often used as (be) united",
"source": "MW"
},
"united:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the forward part or surface of something : the part of something that is seen first—usually singular",
"source": "MW"
},
"united": {
"def": "(adjective) involving people or groups working together to achieve something",
"source": "MW"
},
"universe:noun": {
"def": "(noun) all of space and everything in it including stars, planets, galaxies, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"universe": {
"def": "(noun) all of space and everything in it including stars, planets, galaxies, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"university:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a university that is owned and run by one of the states of the U.S. as part of the state's public educational system",
"source": "MW"
},
"university": {
"def": "(noun) a school that offers courses leading to a degree (such as a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree) and where research is done —abbr. U., Univ.",
"source": "MW"
},
"unknown:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not well-known : not famous",
"source": "MW"
},
"unknown:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an amount or number of something —often + of —abbr. qty.",
"source": "MW"
},
"unknown": {
"def": "(adjective) not well-known : not famous",
"source": "MW"
},
"unless:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to say what will happen, be done, or be true if something else does not happen, is not done, or is not true",
"source": "MW"
},
"unless": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to say what will happen, be done, or be true if something else does not happen, is not done, or is not true",
"source": "MW"
},
"unlike:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) different from (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"unlike:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not similar : different",
"source": "MW"
},
"unlike": {
"def": "(preposition) different from (something or someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"unlikely:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not likely—used to say that something probably will not happen or is not true",
"source": "MW"
},
"unlikely": {
"def": "(adjective) not likely—used to say that something probably will not happen or is not true",
"source": "MW"
},
"unnecessary:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not needed or necessary",
"source": "MW"
},
"unnecessary": {
"def": "(adjective) not needed or necessary",
"source": "MW"
},
"unpleasant:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not pleasant or enjoyable : causing discomfort or pain",
"source": "MW"
},
"unpleasant": {
"def": "(adjective) not pleasant or enjoyable : causing discomfort or pain",
"source": "MW"
},
"unusual:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe people who hurt others and do not feel sorry about it",
"source": "MW"
},
"unusual:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the act of punishing someone or a way of punishing someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"unusual": {
"def": "(adjective) not normal or usual",
"source": "MW"
},
"update:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to change (something) by including the most recent information",
"source": "MW"
},
"update:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a particular day of a month or year",
"source": "MW"
},
"update:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) including the latest information",
"source": "MW"
},
"update": {
"def": "(verb) to change (something) by including the most recent information",
"source": "MW"
},
"upper:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) difficult to bend or move",
"source": "MW"
},
"upper:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an officer of high rank in the navy",
"source": "MW"
},
"upper": {
"def": "(adjective) located above another or others of the same kind",
"source": "MW"
},
"upset:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) angry or unhappy",
"source": "MW"
},
"upset:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (someone) unhappy, worried, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"upset:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a wagon with two wheels that is pulled by an animal (such as a horse or donkey)",
"source": "MW"
},
"upset": {
"def": "(adjective) angry or unhappy",
"source": "MW"
},
"upstairs:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) on or to a higher floor of a building",
"source": "MW"
},
"upstairs:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) located on a higher floor of a building",
"source": "MW"
},
"upstairs:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hit (someone or something) with your foot",
"source": "MW"
},
"upstairs": {
"def": "(adverb) on or to a higher floor of a building",
"source": "MW"
},
"upwards:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) to or toward what is ahead in space or time",
"source": "MW"
},
"upwards": {
"def": "(adverb) from a lower place or level to a higher place or level",
"source": "MW"
},
"urban:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to cities and the people who live in them",
"source": "MW"
},
"urban:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a situation in which large stores, groups of houses, etc., are built in an area around a city that formerly had few people living in it",
"source": "MW"
},
"urban": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to cities and the people who live in them",
"source": "MW"
},
"urge:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to ask people to do or support (something) in a way that shows that you believe it is very important",
"source": "MW"
},
"urge:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a strong need or desire to have or do something",
"source": "MW"
},
"urge": {
"def": "(verb) to ask people to do or support (something) in a way that shows that you believe it is very important",
"source": "MW"
},
"used:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) treated in a bad or unfair way",
"source": "MW"
},
"used:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to carry or move (something) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"used:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something that gives you an advantage",
"source": "MW"
},
"used:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) —used to ask for information about someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"used": {
"def": "(adjective) having been used before",
"source": "MW"
},
"used to:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) familiar with something so that it seems normal or usual",
"source": "MW"
},
"used to:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to carry or move (something) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"used to:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) —used to ask for information about someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"used to": {
"def": "(adjective) familiar with something so that it seems normal or usual",
"source": "MW"
},
"useful:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) helping to do or achieve something",
"source": "MW"
},
"useful:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to build, create, or produce (something) by work or effort —often followed by with to describe the things that are used to produce something —often followed by of to describe the material that forms something —often followed by from to describe the source of a product",
"source": "MW"
},
"useful": {
"def": "(adjective) helping to do or achieve something",
"source": "MW"
},
"user:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a program that allows a person to work easily with a computer by using a mouse to point to small pictures and other elements on the screen—abbr. GUI",
"source": "MW"
},
"user:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) easy to use or understand",
"source": "MW"
},
"user": {
"def": "(noun) a person or thing that uses something",
"source": "MW"
},
"usual:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) done, found, or used most of the time or in most cases : normal or regular",
"source": "MW"
},
"usual:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who is believed to be possibly guilty of committing a crime",
"source": "MW"
},
"usual:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) as directed by or stated in : according to",
"source": "MW"
},
"usual:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a way that is alike or very similar—usually used after the",
"source": "MW"
},
"usual": {
"def": "(adjective) done, found, or used most of the time or in most cases : normal or regular",
"source": "MW"
},
"utter:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) complete and total",
"source": "MW"
},
"utter:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make (a particular sound)",
"source": "MW"
},
"utter": {
"def": "(adjective) complete and total",
"source": "MW"
},
"vacation:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the place (such as a house or apartment) where a person lives",
"source": "MW"
},
"vacation:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go somewhere during a vacation",
"source": "MW"
},
"vacation": {
"def": "(noun) a period of time that a person spends away from home, school, or business usually in order to relax or travel —often used in the phrase on vacation —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"vacuous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing a lack of intelligence or serious thought : lacking meaning, importance, or substance",
"source": "MW"
},
"vacuous": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing a lack of intelligence or serious thought : lacking meaning, importance, or substance",
"source": "MW"
},
"valuable:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) worth a lot of money",
"source": "MW"
},
"valuable:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the thing that is measured as seconds, minutes, hours, days, years, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"valuable": {
"def": "(adjective) worth a lot of money",
"source": "MW"
},
"van:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who sleeps outdoors, in a tent, or in a simple shelter usually for enjoyment for a short period of time",
"source": "MW"
},
"van": {
"def": "(noun) a vehicle that is used for transporting goods and that is closed in on all sides",
"source": "MW"
},
"vapid:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not lively or interesting : dull or boring",
"source": "MW"
},
"vapid": {
"def": "(adjective) not lively or interesting : dull or boring",
"source": "MW"
},
"variety:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a substance (such as pepper or nutmeg) that is used in cooking to add flavor to food and that comes from a dried plant and is usually a powder or seed —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"variety:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not unusual : ordinary or common",
"source": "MW"
},
"variety": {
"def": "(noun) a number or collection of different things or people—usually + of",
"source": "MW"
},
"various:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to refer to several different or many different things, people, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"various": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to refer to several different or many different things, people, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"vary:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to be different or to become different : change",
"source": "MW"
},
"vary": {
"def": "(verb) to be different or to become different : change",
"source": "MW"
},
"vegetable:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a vegetable (such as a carrot or potato) that grows under the ground",
"source": "MW"
},
"vegetable": {
"def": "(noun) a plant or plant part that is eaten as food",
"source": "MW"
},
"vehement:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) showing strong and often angry feelings : very emotional",
"source": "MW"
},
"vehement": {
"def": "(adjective) showing strong and often angry feelings : very emotional",
"source": "MW"
},
"vehicle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a large vehicle that is designed to be used on rough surfaces but that is often used on city roads or highways —called also sport-utility vehicle",
"source": "MW"
},
"vehicle": {
"def": "(noun) a machine that is used to carry people or goods from one place to another",
"source": "MW"
},
"venal:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) willing to do dishonest things in return for money : corrupt",
"source": "MW"
},
"venal": {
"def": "(adjective) willing to do dishonest things in return for money : corrupt",
"source": "MW"
},
"venom:noun": {
"def": "(noun) poison that is produced by an animal (such as a snake) and used to kill or injure another animal usually through biting or stinging",
"source": "MW"
},
"venom:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to force saliva from your mouth",
"source": "MW"
},
"venom": {
"def": "(noun) poison that is produced by an animal (such as a snake) and used to kill or injure another animal usually through biting or stinging",
"source": "MW"
},
"venomous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) capable of putting poison or venom into another animal's body usually by biting or stinging it",
"source": "MW"
},
"venomous": {
"def": "(adjective) capable of putting poison or venom into another animal's body usually by biting or stinging it",
"source": "MW"
},
"venue:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the place where an event takes place",
"source": "MW"
},
"venue": {
"def": "(noun) the place where an event takes place",
"source": "MW"
},
"verbose:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) using more words than are needed",
"source": "MW"
},
"verbose": {
"def": "(adjective) using more words than are needed",
"source": "MW"
},
"version:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a story or description that is different in some way from another person's story or description",
"source": "MW"
},
"version": {
"def": "(noun) a story or description that is different in some way from another person's story or description",
"source": "MW"
},
"via:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) by going through (a particular place) : by way of (a particular place)",
"source": "MW"
},
"via": {
"def": "(preposition) by going through (a particular place) : by way of (a particular place)",
"source": "MW"
},
"victim:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a condition or fact that affects a situation —usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"victim:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to come or go down quickly from a high place or position",
"source": "MW"
},
"victim": {
"def": "(noun) a person who has been attacked, injured, robbed, or killed by someone else",
"source": "MW"
},
"video:noun": {
"def": "(noun) movies that are sold on videotapes or DVDs and are meant to be watched on television at home",
"source": "MW"
},
"video:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the pictures that are seen in a recording or broadcast",
"source": "MW"
},
"video": {
"def": "(noun) a movie, television show, event, etc., that has been recorded onto a videocassette, DVD, etc., so that it can be watched on a television or computer screen",
"source": "MW"
},
"viewer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who watches television",
"source": "MW"
},
"viewer": {
"def": "(noun) a person who watches television",
"source": "MW"
},
"villager:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who lives in a village",
"source": "MW"
},
"villager": {
"def": "(noun) a person who lives in a village",
"source": "MW"
},
"vine:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a plant that has very long stems and that grows along the ground or up and around something (such as a wall or tree)",
"source": "MW"
},
"vine:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to stop living",
"source": "MW"
},
"vine": {
"def": "(noun) a plant that has very long stems and that grows along the ground or up and around something (such as a wall or tree)",
"source": "MW"
},
"violence:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the use of physical force to harm someone, to damage property, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"violence": {
"def": "(noun) the use of physical force to harm someone, to damage property, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"violent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) using or involving the use of physical force to cause harm or damage to someone or something : showing violence",
"source": "MW"
},
"violent:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an illegal act for which someone can be punished by the government",
"source": "MW"
},
"violent": {
"def": "(adjective) using or involving the use of physical force to cause harm or damage to someone or something : showing violence",
"source": "MW"
},
"virtual:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) very close to being something without actually being it",
"source": "MW"
},
"virtual:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an artificial world of images and sounds created by a computer that is affected by the actions of a person who is experiencing it",
"source": "MW"
},
"virtual": {
"def": "(adjective) very close to being something without actually being it",
"source": "MW"
},
"virulent:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) full of hate or anger",
"source": "MW"
},
"virulent": {
"def": "(adjective) full of hate or anger",
"source": "MW"
},
"virus:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a virus that causes AIDS",
"source": "MW"
},
"virus": {
"def": "(noun) an extremely small particle that causes a disease and that spreads from one person or animal to another",
"source": "MW"
},
"visit:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give money for goods or services —often + for",
"source": "MW"
},
"visit:noun": {
"def": "(noun) house call",
"source": "MW"
},
"visit": {
"def": "(verb) to go somewhere to spend time with (someone, such as a friend or relative) —often used + with in U.S. English",
"source": "MW"
},
"visitor:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who visits a person or place",
"source": "MW"
},
"visitor": {
"def": "(noun) someone who visits a person or place",
"source": "MW"
},
"visual:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to seeing or to the eyes",
"source": "MW"
},
"visual:noun": {
"def": "(noun) pictures or photographs",
"source": "MW"
},
"visual": {
"def": "(adjective) relating to seeing or to the eyes",
"source": "MW"
},
"vital:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely important : crucial",
"source": "MW"
},
"vital:noun": {
"def": "(noun) important body functions (such as breathing and heartbeat) that are measured to see if someone is alive or healthy",
"source": "MW"
},
"vital": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely important : crucial",
"source": "MW"
},
"vitamin:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a natural substance (called a vitamin) that is found in certain foods and that helps your body to be healthy —called also vitamin B1",
"source": "MW"
},
"vitamin": {
"def": "(noun) a natural substance that is usually found in foods and that helps your body to be healthy",
"source": "MW"
},
"volatile:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) likely to change in a very sudden or extreme way",
"source": "MW"
},
"volatile:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a chemical or compound that changes into a gas easily",
"source": "MW"
},
"volatile": {
"def": "(adjective) likely to change in a very sudden or extreme way",
"source": "MW"
},
"volume:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the amount of sound that is produced by a television, radio, stereo, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"volume": {
"def": "(noun) the amount of sound that is produced by a television, radio, stereo, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"volunteer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) someone who does something without being forced to do it: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"volunteer:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to offer to do something without being forced to or without getting paid to do it",
"source": "MW"
},
"volunteer:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or done by volunteers",
"source": "MW"
},
"volunteer": {
"def": "(noun) someone who does something without being forced to do it: such as",
"source": "MW"
},
"vote:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make an official choice for or against someone or something by casting a ballot, raising your hand, speaking your choice aloud, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"vote:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a candidate in an election whose name is not printed on the ballot and whose name must be written on the ballot by voters",
"source": "MW"
},
"vote": {
"def": "(verb) to make an official choice for or against someone or something by casting a ballot, raising your hand, speaking your choice aloud, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"wage:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an amount of money that is the least amount of money per hour that workers must be paid according to the law",
"source": "MW"
},
"wage:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to start and continue (a war, battle, etc.) in order to get or achieve something",
"source": "MW"
},
"wage:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) good and truthful : not lying, stealing, or cheating",
"source": "MW"
},
"wage": {
"def": "(noun) an amount of money that a worker is paid based on the number of hours, days, etc., that are worked",
"source": "MW"
},
"wail:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a loud, long cry of sadness or pain",
"source": "MW"
},
"wail:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a long cry of sadness or pain",
"source": "MW"
},
"wail": {
"def": "(verb) to make a loud, long cry of sadness or pain",
"source": "MW"
},
"waiter:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a waiter in a restaurant who is in charge of serving wine —called also (British) wine waiter",
"source": "MW"
},
"waiter": {
"def": "(noun) a man who serves food or drinks to people in a restaurant",
"source": "MW"
},
"washing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) liquid soap that is used for washing dishes —called also (US) dishwashing detergent, dishwashing liquid, washing-up liquid",
"source": "MW"
},
"washing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to clean (something) with water and usually soap",
"source": "MW"
},
"washing": {
"def": "(noun) an act of washing something with water and soap",
"source": "MW"
},
"waste:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a container for garbage —called also (US) garbage pail, waste bin",
"source": "MW"
},
"waste:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use (something valuable) in a way that is not necessary or effective : to use more of (something) than is necessary",
"source": "MW"
},
"waste:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of, relating to, or being material that is left over or unwanted after something has been made, done, used, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"waste": {
"def": "(noun) loss of something valuable that occurs because too much of it is being used or because it is being used in a way that is not necessary or effective",
"source": "MW"
},
"weakness:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the quality or state of being weak",
"source": "MW"
},
"weakness": {
"def": "(noun) the quality or state of being weak",
"source": "MW"
},
"wealthy:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a lot of money and possessions : rich",
"source": "MW"
},
"wealthy": {
"def": "(adjective) having a lot of money and possessions : rich",
"source": "MW"
},
"wear:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use or have (something) as clothing : to have (a shirt, pants, etc.) over part of your body",
"source": "MW"
},
"wear:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a piece of clothing that covers your body from the waist to the ankle and has a separate part for each leg —sometimes used in the singular form pant especially before another noun and in clothing catalogs",
"source": "MW"
},
"wear:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) made from a cloth that does not wrinkle so that clothes can be worn immediately after being washed",
"source": "MW"
},
"wear": {
"def": "(verb) to use or have (something) as clothing : to have (a shirt, pants, etc.) over part of your body",
"source": "MW"
},
"web:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place on the World Wide Web that contains information about a person, organization, etc., and that usually consists of many Web pages joined by hyperlinks",
"source": "MW"
},
"web": {
"def": "(noun) world wide web —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"website:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a place on the World Wide Web that contains information about a person, organization, etc., and that usually consists of many Web pages joined by hyperlinks",
"source": "MW"
},
"website": {
"def": "(noun) a place on the World Wide Web that contains information about a person, organization, etc., and that usually consists of many Web pages joined by hyperlinks",
"source": "MW"
},
"wedding:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a sweet baked food made from a mixture of flour, sugar, and other ingredients (such as eggs and butter) —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"wedding:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to bring or join (two things) together",
"source": "MW"
},
"wedding:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the 60th or 75th anniversary of an important event (such as a marriage)",
"source": "MW"
},
"wedding": {
"def": "(noun) a ceremony at which two people are married to each other —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"wednesday:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the first day of the Christian holy period of Lent",
"source": "MW"
},
"wednesday": {
"def": "(noun) the day of the week between Tuesday and Thursday —abbr. Wed. or Weds.",
"source": "MW"
},
"weekend:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a special day of celebration : a day when most people do not have to work —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"weekend:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to spend the weekend at a specified place",
"source": "MW"
},
"weekend:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) extending a great distance from one end to the other end : not short",
"source": "MW"
},
"weekend": {
"def": "(noun) Saturday and Sunday",
"source": "MW"
},
"weigh:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to find how heavy (someone or something) is : to measure the weight of (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"weigh:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an occurrence in which an athlete (such as a boxer or jockey) is weighed before an event",
"source": "MW"
},
"weigh": {
"def": "(verb) to find how heavy (someone or something) is : to measure the weight of (someone or something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"welcome:interjection": {
"def": "(interjection) —used as a friendly greeting to someone who has arrived at a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"welcome:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) giving someone happiness or pleasure",
"source": "MW"
},
"welcome:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use or have (something) as clothing : to have (a shirt, pants, etc.) over part of your body",
"source": "MW"
},
"welcome:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a group of people who meet to participate in an activity (such as a sport or hobby)",
"source": "MW"
},
"welcome": {
"def": "(interjection) —used as a friendly greeting to someone who has arrived at a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"western:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) of or relating to the part of the world that does not include the countries of western Europe and North America",
"source": "MW"
},
"western:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a half of the Earth",
"source": "MW"
},
"western": {
"def": "(adjective) located in or toward the west",
"source": "MW"
},
"whatever:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) anything or everything that",
"source": "MW"
},
"whatever:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) any : any…that",
"source": "MW"
},
"whatever:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to show that something said or done is not important",
"source": "MW"
},
"whatever:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a statement or fact that explains why something is the way it is, why someone does, thinks, or says something, or why someone behaves a certain way",
"source": "MW"
},
"whatever:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to use your voice to express (something) with words",
"source": "MW"
},
"whatever": {
"def": "(pronoun) anything or everything that",
"source": "MW"
},
"when:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at what time",
"source": "MW"
},
"when:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) at or during the time that",
"source": "MW"
},
"when:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) the entire number, quantity, or amount",
"source": "MW"
},
"when:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to go from one side of (something) to the other : to go across (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"when:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small piece that has been broken off from something larger",
"source": "MW"
},
"when": {
"def": "(adverb) at what time",
"source": "MW"
},
"where:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) at or in what place —sometimes + at in very informal speech",
"source": "MW"
},
"where:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) at or in the place that",
"source": "MW"
},
"where:noun": {
"def": "(noun) money that a bank or business will allow a person to use and then pay back in the future",
"source": "MW"
},
"where:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to indicate the place where someone or something is",
"source": "MW"
},
"where:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to move toward someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"where:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) required or expected to happen : expected to be in a particular place at a particular time —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"where": {
"def": "(adverb) at or in what place —sometimes + at in very informal speech",
"source": "MW"
},
"whereas:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to make a statement that describes how two people, groups, etc., are different",
"source": "MW"
},
"whereas": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to make a statement that describes how two people, groups, etc., are different",
"source": "MW"
},
"whether:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) if it is or was true that",
"source": "MW"
},
"whether:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to show that you are happy or that you think something is funny by smiling and making a sound from your throat —often + at",
"source": "MW"
},
"whether": {
"def": "(conjunction) if it is or was true that",
"source": "MW"
},
"while:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) during the time that",
"source": "MW"
},
"while:noun": {
"def": "(noun) grass that has been cut and dried to be used as food for animals",
"source": "MW"
},
"while:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to indicate the place where someone or something is",
"source": "MW"
},
"while:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a high temperature",
"source": "MW"
},
"while": {
"def": "(conjunction) during the time that",
"source": "MW"
},
"whimper:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to make a quiet crying sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"whimper:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a quiet crying sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"whimper": {
"def": "(verb) to make a quiet crying sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"why:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) for what reason or purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"why:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) the cause, reason, or purpose for which",
"source": "MW"
},
"why:interjection": {
"def": "(interjection) —used at the beginning of a statement especially to express surprise",
"source": "MW"
},
"why:verb": {
"def": "(verb) —used to say or suggest that something is the proper, reasonable, or best thing to do",
"source": "MW"
},
"why": {
"def": "(adverb) for what reason or purpose",
"source": "MW"
},
"wildlife:noun": {
"def": "(noun) animals living in nature : wild animals —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"wildlife": {
"def": "(noun) animals living in nature : wild animals —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"will:verb": {
"def": "(verb) —used to indicate what someone said or thought about what was going to happen or be done",
"source": "MW"
},
"will:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a document in which you say what medical decisions should be made if you become too sick or injured to make those decisions",
"source": "MW"
},
"will": {
"def": "(verb) —used to say that something is expected to happen in the future",
"source": "MW"
},
"willing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having little physical power or ability : not strong",
"source": "MW"
},
"willing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to cause or allow (something) to be seen",
"source": "MW"
},
"willing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the force within a person that is believed to give the body life, energy, and power",
"source": "MW"
},
"willing": {
"def": "(adjective) not refusing to do something : ready—followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"wink:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an act of closing and opening one eye very quickly often as a way of giving a secret signal or private message to someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"wink:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give useful or secret information to (someone)",
"source": "MW"
},
"wink": {
"def": "(noun) an act of closing and opening one eye very quickly often as a way of giving a secret signal or private message to someone",
"source": "MW"
},
"winner:noun": {
"def": "(noun) something (such as a prize) that is given to someone or something for being excellent or for doing something that is admired",
"source": "MW"
},
"winner:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to carry or move (something) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"winner": {
"def": "(noun) someone or something that wins a contest, prize, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"wire:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a type of strong wire that is used especially to make fences",
"source": "MW"
},
"wire:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to provide (a building, room, etc.) with wires for a particular service or for electricity",
"source": "MW"
},
"wire:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe a race, game, etc., in which someone leads from the beginning until the end",
"source": "MW"
},
"wire": {
"def": "(noun) a thin, flexible thread of metal",
"source": "MW"
},
"wistful:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing sad thoughts and feelings about something that you want to have or do and especially about something that made you happy in the past",
"source": "MW"
},
"wistful": {
"def": "(adjective) having or showing sad thoughts and feelings about something that you want to have or do and especially about something that made you happy in the past",
"source": "MW"
},
"with:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to say that people or things are together in one place",
"source": "MW"
},
"with:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a formal or official agreement",
"source": "MW"
},
"with:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give (something, such as special treatment or status) to someone or something",
"source": "MW"
},
"with": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to say that people or things are together in one place",
"source": "MW"
},
"wonderful:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely good",
"source": "MW"
},
"wonderful": {
"def": "(adjective) extremely good",
"source": "MW"
},
"wool:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the part of the body that you see with",
"source": "MW"
},
"wool:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having very strong beliefs, opinions, etc., that you are not willing to change",
"source": "MW"
},
"wool:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to hold onto and move (someone or something) in a particular direction and especially toward yourself",
"source": "MW"
},
"wool": {
"def": "(noun) the soft, thick hair of sheep and some other animals",
"source": "MW"
},
"work:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have a job",
"source": "MW"
},
"work:noun": {
"def": "(noun) hard work that is not interesting",
"source": "MW"
},
"work:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not willing to work : lazy",
"source": "MW"
},
"work": {
"def": "(verb) to have a job",
"source": "MW"
},
"worker:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the work done by someone who works for a government or private organization that helps people who have financial or family problems",
"source": "MW"
},
"worker": {
"def": "(noun) a person who does a particular job to earn money",
"source": "MW"
},
"working:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having a job",
"source": "MW"
},
"working:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to have a job",
"source": "MW"
},
"working:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the first meal of the day —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"working": {
"def": "(adjective) having a job",
"source": "MW"
},
"worldwide:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or existing in all parts of the world",
"source": "MW"
},
"worldwide": {
"def": "(adjective) happening or existing in all parts of the world",
"source": "MW"
},
"worried:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) affected with a disease or illness : ill —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"worried:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to think about problems or fears : to feel or show fear and concern because you think that something bad has happened or could happen —often + about —sometimes + over —+ that",
"source": "MW"
},
"worried": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing fear and concern because you think that something bad has happened or could happen",
"source": "MW"
},
"worse:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) having less money and possessions : less wealthy",
"source": "MW"
},
"worse:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a bad or imperfect way : badly poorly —often hyphenated",
"source": "MW"
},
"worse:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the short, loud sound made by a dog; also : a similar sound",
"source": "MW"
},
"worse": {
"def": "(adjective) lower in quality",
"source": "MW"
},
"worst:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not well or healthy : sick or unhealthy —usually used after a verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"worst:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in a bad or imperfect way : badly poorly —often hyphenated",
"source": "MW"
},
"worst:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the worst person or thing : the worst group of people or things : the worst part of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"worst:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to indicate the place where someone or something is",
"source": "MW"
},
"worst:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to come with (something or someone) to a place",
"source": "MW"
},
"worst": {
"def": "(adjective) worse than all others",
"source": "MW"
},
"would:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to perform (an action or activity)",
"source": "MW"
},
"would:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe someone who hopes to be a particular person or type of person",
"source": "MW"
},
"would:conjunction": {
"def": "(conjunction) —used to make comparisons —usually used in the phrase as…as —sometimes used in negative phrases with so",
"source": "MW"
},
"would:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an opportunity to do something : an amount of time or a situation in which something can be done —often followed by to + verb",
"source": "MW"
},
"would": {
"def": "(verb) —used to indicate what someone said or thought about what was going to happen or be done",
"source": "MW"
},
"wow:interjection": {
"def": "(interjection) —used to show that you are very surprised or pleased",
"source": "MW"
},
"wow:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to impress or excite (someone) very much",
"source": "MW"
},
"wow": {
"def": "(interjection) —used to show that you are very surprised or pleased",
"source": "MW"
},
"wrinkle:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a small line or fold that appears on your skin as you grow older—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"wrinkle:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to develop wrinkles",
"source": "MW"
},
"wrinkle": {
"def": "(noun) a small line or fold that appears on your skin as you grow older—usually plural",
"source": "MW"
},
"writer:noun": {
"def": "(noun) pain in your hand or fingers that you get when you have been writing with a pen or pencil for a long time",
"source": "MW"
},
"writer:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to give (something, such as money, goods, or time) to help a person, group, cause, or organization—usually + to or toward",
"source": "MW"
},
"writer:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) not past or future : existing or happening now",
"source": "MW"
},
"writer": {
"def": "(noun) someone whose work is to write books, poems, stories, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"writing:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a structure of brick, stone, etc., that surrounds an area or separates one area from another —often used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"writing:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to do (something that is illegal or harmful)",
"source": "MW"
},
"writing:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) —used to describe writing that is done to explain something",
"source": "MW"
},
"writing": {
"def": "(noun) the activity or work of writing books, poems, stories, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"written:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) using writing and not speech",
"source": "MW"
},
"written:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to form letters or numbers on a surface with a pen, pencil, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"written:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a hard substance that comes from the ground and is used for building, carving, etc. —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"written:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) —used to indicate the value of something",
"source": "MW"
},
"written": {
"def": "(adjective) using writing and not speech",
"source": "MW"
},
"yeah:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) —used in speech to show that you are surprised by or disagree with what someone has said",
"source": "MW"
},
"yeah:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) morally or socially correct or acceptable",
"source": "MW"
},
"yeah": {
"def": "(adverb) —used in speech to show that you are surprised by or disagree with what someone has said",
"source": "MW"
},
"yes:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) without any question—used to stress the truth of a statement —often used after very",
"source": "MW"
},
"yes:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a good feeling that you have towards someone who has helped you, given something to you, etc.",
"source": "MW"
},
"yes:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to tell (someone) that you are grateful for something that he or she has done or given",
"source": "MW"
},
"yes": {
"def": "(adverb) —used to give a positive answer or reply to a question, request, or offer",
"source": "MW"
},
"yesterday:noun": {
"def": "(noun) new information or a report about something that has happened recently",
"source": "MW"
},
"yesterday:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) on, during, or for the day before today",
"source": "MW"
},
"yesterday:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) brought into life by the process of birth",
"source": "MW"
},
"yesterday": {
"def": "(noun) the day before today",
"source": "MW"
},
"youngster:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a young person",
"source": "MW"
},
"youngster": {
"def": "(noun) a young person",
"source": "MW"
},
"yours:pronoun": {
"def": "(pronoun) —used to refer to the person or group of people that is being addressed as the subject of a verb or as the object of a verb or preposition",
"source": "MW"
},
"yours:noun": {
"def": "(noun) the activity of making, buying, or selling goods or providing services in exchange for money —often used before another noun",
"source": "MW"
},
"yours:adverb": {
"def": "(adverb) in an honest manner : sincerely",
"source": "MW"
},
"yours:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to rub your skin with something sharp (such as your fingernails) especially in order to stop an itch —sometimes used figuratively",
"source": "MW"
},
"yours:preposition": {
"def": "(preposition) to, toward, or at a higher point on (something)",
"source": "MW"
},
"yours": {
"def": "(pronoun) that which belongs to you : your one : your ones",
"source": "MW"
},
"zealous:adjective": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing strong and energetic support for a person, cause, etc. : filled with zeal",
"source": "MW"
},
"zealous": {
"def": "(adjective) feeling or showing strong and energetic support for a person, cause, etc. : filled with zeal",
"source": "MW"
},
"zombie:noun": {
"def": "(noun) a person who moves very slowly and is not aware of what is happening especially because of being very tired",
"source": "MW"
},
"zombie": {
"def": "(noun) a person who moves very slowly and is not aware of what is happening especially because of being very tired",
"source": "MW"
},
"zone:noun": {
"def": "(noun) an area where military airplanes are not allowed to fly during a conflict or war",
"source": "MW"
},
"zone:verb": {
"def": "(verb) to officially say that (a section in a city, town, etc.) can be used for a particular purpose (such as business or housing) —often used as (be) zoned",
"source": "MW"
},
"zone": {
"def": "(noun) an area that is different from other areas in a particular way",
"source": "MW"
}
}