English Dictionary
Browse English words with definitions, pronunciation and example sentences. Select a word to study its meanings and usage.
- shortnot long in length or distance; not tall in height; not lasting long in time; feeling like it passed quickly; not having enough of something; lacking a particular quality; not easi
- shortagenot having enough of something that is needed
- shouldused to say what is right or expected; used to give advice; used to say what you expect to happen; used to say something expected did not happen; past form of shall in reported spe
- showerA place with running water where you stand to wash your body.; The act of washing with water from a shower.; A short period of rain or snow.; A large number of things coming at onc
- sideOne of two equal parts that something is divided into.; A position to the left or right of something.; A flat surface of an object that is not the front or back.; The surface aroun
- signalA gesture or sound made to communicate information or instructions.; A device using lights to control traffic, especially on roads and railways.; An electromagnetic wave that conve
- silverwareUtensils made from silver or silver-plated metal, used for eating and serving food.; Cutlery, including knives, forks, and spoons, used for eating and serving food.; A trophy made
- simplyshows how easy something is; in an easy to understand way; in a plain and natural way; used to make a statement stronger; used to give a short summary
- sincefrom a past time until now or another time; used to show anger or surprise about something
- singlenessthe quality of being focused on one thing or goal; the state of being alone or not in a romantic relationship
- sixthe number after five and before seven; in cricket, a hit that scores six points
- sizeThe measure of how big or small something is.; The extent or quantity of something.; A category of measurements for items like clothes or shoes.; A specific dimension or amount.; A
- skillThe natural talent or learned ability to do something well.; A specific ability or expertise in a particular area.
- skythe space above the earth where you see clouds, sun, moon, and stars
- sleepTo be in a state of rest with closed eyes and inactive mind and body.; To provide enough beds for a certain number of people.
- smallnot big in size or amount; a size that is not big; not as big as others of the same type; young; not important; not doing business in a big way; not a capital letter; not much
- smileto show you are happy by curving your lips upward; to express a message or feeling by smiling; to give a specific type of smile
- snowboarda wide board you stand on to slide down snowy hills
- soto a very high degree; very; extremely; to a different degree than before; used to show size or amount; used to refer back to something said; also; in the same way; used to agree w
- socialrelated to people meeting and having fun together; related to how society works and is organized; related to a person's place or class in society; living in groups rather than alon
- softwareprograms and instructions that make computers work
- somean amount or number of something, not specified; certain ones from a group, but not all; a large amount or number; a small amount or number; a person, place, or thing not known or
- someonea person whose name is not known or said; a person who is important or famous
- somethinga thing that is not named or known; a thing that is important or special; used to show something is not exact
- sonicrelated to sound or the speed at which sound travels
- sorryfeeling sad and ashamed about something you did wrong; feeling sad for someone else's trouble; wishing you had done something differently; very bad or pitiful
- SOSA signal used to ask for help when in danger.; A plea for immediate help in a serious situation.
- soundA noise that can be heard.; Vibrations that travel through air or water and can be heard.; Audio output from a device like a TV or radio.; The musical quality of a voice or instrum
- spaceThe vast area beyond Earth where stars and planets are.; An empty area or place.; Available room or capacity.; A room or building for a specific use.; The feeling of being large an
- speakto have a conversation with someone; to use your voice to express something; to be able to use a language; to express yourself in a language; referring to people who speak a certai
- speedHow fast something moves or goes.; How fast something is done or happens.; Being quick or fast.; A camera film's sensitivity to light.; The time a camera shutter takes to open and
- spokenrelated to speaking or speech, rather than writing; referring to the manner or style of speaking
- sportA fun activity that uses your body and skills, often with rules.; A type of sport.; A friendly way to call someone, especially a man.; Fun or play.; A plant or animal that looks di
- stabilitythe state of being steady and not changing
- startTo begin an activity or use something.; To cause something to begin or to begin happening.; To activate a machine or vehicle.; To create or establish something.; To begin from a ce
- stateA country with its own government.; A part of a country with its own government.; The government of a country.; The condition or way that someone or something is.; Formal events co
- stationA place where trains stop for people to get on or off.; A place where buses stop for passengers to board or alight.; A place where a specific service or type of work is done.; A ra
- stationarynot moving or fixed in place; not changing or staying the same
- storyA made-up tale to entertain.; A series of events in a book, film, etc.; An account of past events or development.; An account of personal experiences or events.; A news report or a
- stressthe state of being worried or tense; the force put on an object that can change its shape or damage it; the emphasis given to a part of a word when speaking; the importance given t
- structurehow parts are arranged or connected; something built from parts, like a building; a clear plan or organization
- studentA person who is learning at a higher education place like a college or university.; A person who is learning at a school, like a high school.; A person who likes to learn a lot abo
- studythe act of learning or researching; educational activities at a school or university; an academic subject; a detailed examination or investigation; a written work on a specific top
- subjectA topic that is being talked about or studied.; An area of study in school or college.; The main focus of a picture, photo, or work of art.; A person or thing that is being tested
- successthe accomplishment of an aim or purpose; the attainment of wealth, fame, or social status; a person or thing that has achieved a favorable outcome
- successfulachieving what you want to do; popular or making a lot of money
- such asused to introduce examples
- suddenlyhappening quickly and without warning
- sufficientenough for what is needed
- sugarA sweet substance made from plant juices, used to sweeten food and drinks.; A small amount of sugar, often measured by a spoonful or cube.; Sweet substances found in plants and fru
- summerThe season with the longest days and warm weather, after spring and before fall.
- sunThe star that gives Earth light and warmth.; The light and warmth from the sun.; A star that has planets moving around it.
- Sun.The first day of the week, typically a day off from work.
- SundayThe day that comes after Saturday and before Monday, often considered the start or end of the week.; A newspaper that comes out on Sunday.
- supportTo back someone or something with approval or encouragement.; To provide assistance or resources to someone in need.; To be a fan of a sports team or player.; To financially contri
- supportingAn actor with a role that is important but not the main one in a movie or play.; Evidence that helps to prove that something is true.; A structure that holds up or strengthens some
- surprisesomething that happens unexpectedly; a feeling when something unexpected happens; a method that involves unexpected actions
- surviveTo stay alive or keep existing.; To remain alive or in existence after a dangerous event.; To live longer than someone or something.
- symposiuma formal meeting where experts discuss a specific topic
- systemA set of connected rules or methods.; A group of connected things or parts working together.; A set of computer hardware and software working together.; The body and its functionin
- takeMove or carry something from one place to another.; Guide or accompany someone to a place.; Cause someone or something to move to a different level or condition.; Require a certain
- taxiA car for hire with a driver that transports you to your destination for a fee, typically with a meter showing the cost.; A small bus for hire with a driver that follows a set rout
- teacherSomeone who helps students learn by giving lessons and marking their work.
- teama group of people who play a sport or game together; a group of people who work together; two or more animals that pull something together
- teamworkworking together well as a group
- technologyThe application of scientific knowledge to practical tasks, especially in industry.; The machines, equipment, or devices that are created as a result of scientific knowledge.
- telephoneA device or system that allows people to talk to each other from far away using wires or signals.; The handheld part of a phone that you speak into.
- televisionA device with a screen that shows moving pictures and sounds, used for entertainment or news.; The content shown on the television, like shows and movies.; The industry or method o
- tellyA television set, commonly used in British English.; Television programs or content.
- temperatureThe degree to which something is hot or cold, measured in degrees.; The degree to which a person's body is hot, often indicating illness.
- temporarylasting for a short time only, not permanent
- termsThe rules or conditions of an agreement or deal.; The price or cost for something.; The way something is expressed or said.
- terrorista person who uses violence to scare people for political reasons
- textWritten words or characters.; A passage you read and answer questions about in school.; A message sent on a mobile phone.; The main content of a book or magazine, not including ima
- thanused to compare two things; used to show amounts are different; used when one thing happens right after another
- thankExpress gratitude to someone for something they have done.
- thank yousomething you say or do to show you are grateful for what someone did
- thanksExpressing gratitude for something done.; A polite response to an offer.; A polite way to decline an offer.
- thanksgivingA holiday in the US and Canada to give thanks for good things.; The act of saying thank you to God.
- thatrefers to a person or thing not close to the speaker; refers to something already mentioned or known
- theused to talk about something already known or mentioned; used for the only or main one of its kind; used to specify which person or thing you mean; used to talk about something in
- the tail end ofthe final part of something
- theirbelonging to them; used when you don't know if someone is male or female
- themused to refer to people, animals, or things that are not the subject of the sentence; used to refer to a person when you don't know if they are male or female
- thenat that time in the past or future; next in order or time; as a result or consequence; in addition to what was said; to summarize what was just said; to start or end a conversation
- theoryA set of ideas that tries to explain something.; The basic ideas that a subject is built on.; An idea that someone thinks is true but hasn't been proven yet.
- thereshows something exists or happens; in, at, or to that place; existing or available; at that point; used to get attention; points to a specific thing; shows someone's role
- theseUsed to point to people or things that are near you or that you are talking about.
- theyused to refer to people, animals, or things already mentioned; used instead of he or she when the person's gender is not known; used to mean people in general; used to refer to peo
- thingAn object you're not specifying.; An inanimate object.; Belongings or items for a purpose.; An event, situation, or idea.; The state of affairs.; A quality or concept.; What is nee
- thinkTo hold a belief or opinion about something.; To use your mind to ponder or reflect on something.; To have in mind, to conceive.; To imagine or suppose oneself in a particular situ
- thispoints to something close to you; refers to something already mentioned; introduces someone or yourself; draws attention to something; used with current time periods; refers to peo
- thoseUsed to point to specific people or things that are not near you
- thougheven if something is true; but it is still true that
- thoughtfulquiet because you are thinking; caring about others and thinking of their needs; showing careful thinking
- thousandthe number 1000; a very large number; numbers between 1000 and 9999
- threethe number that comes after two and before four
- throughfrom one side to the other; seeing or hearing something on the other side; from start to finish; past a barrier or test; including both start and end; by means of; because of
- throw outto make someone leave a place
- ThursdayThe fourth day of the week, coming after Wednesday and before Friday.