Magnify Magnify (verb) /ˈmæg.nɪ.faɪ/ to make something seem larger than it really is – increase the size of something – enlarge – expand – amplify – augment – boost: This digital microscope can magnify microbes up to thousand times compared to their real sizes. Windows Magnifier is a versatile accessibility tool designed to assist individuals …
Chiropractor Chiropractor (noun) /ˈkaɪ.rəʊ.præk.təʳ/ US /-roʊ.præk.tɚ/ a specialist whose job is to treat diseases by adjusting people’s bones and joints, especially in the spine: Finally, our local chiropractor could treat my chronic backache. After years of struggling with debilitating back pain, Maria finally decided to visit a chiropractor. The first session was eye-opening; the chiropractor …
Obstacle Obstacle (noun) /ˈɒb.stɪ.kļ/ US /ˈɑːb-/ something or someone that prevents progress – hindrance – impediment – obstruction – problem – difficulty: My biggest obstacle to progress was fear of rejection. In her quest to become a renowned pianist, Sarah faced countless obstacles that tested her resolve. From a lack of financial resources to the …
Ventilate Ventilate (verb) /ˈven.tɪ.leɪt/ US /-ţəl.eɪt/ to circulate fresh air in an enclosed space – air – air out – freshen – express opinions publicly – make public, publicize, publish: To ventilate the air in the kitchen, let’s open the window for a while. In a boardroom meeting where pivotal decisions are being made, it’s …
Negative Negative (adj & noun) /ˈneg.ə.tɪv/ US /-ţɪv/ adj: (of a number) below zero – indicative of “no” – bad, unhappy or unpleasant – pessimistic – lacking – opposite – denial: John’s drastic action in that critical situation had both positive and negative consequences. Antonyms positive, affirmative Parts of speech Noun: negativity Noun: negation Adverb: …
Pension Pension (noun & verb) /ˈpent.ʃən/ noun: a regular amount of money paid by the government or a private company to someone who can no longer work due to old age, physical disability, etc. – retirement fund – retirement pension, fixed income, social security, annuity: They couldn’t make ends meet by solely depending on their …
Vital Vital ( adj) /ˈvaɪ.təl/ US /-ţəl/ extremely important – crucial – essential for life – imperative, fundamental, necessary – vigorous – energetic, vivacious Water is vital for life. Antonyms unimportant, lifeless Parts of speech Noun: vitality Noun: vitalness Adverb: vitally
Municipal Municipal (adj) /mjuːˈnɪs.ɪ.pəl/ related to cities or towns – urban – city – metropolitan: It’s difficult to solve all municipal issues and problems in large cities. Antonyms rural, private Parts of speech Noun: municipality Adverb: municipally
Oral Oral (adj & noun) /ˈɔː.rəl/ US /ˈɔːr.əl/ adj: related to the mouth – spoken – verbal – verbalized – voiced: Jack’s hand was broken. So, he took the oral version of the written examination. Antonym written Parts of speech Adverb: orally
Wasp Wasp (noun) /wɒsp/ US /wɑːsp/ a striped black-and-yellow insect larger than a honey bee that can sting you without dying: A swarm of wasps where chasing the trespassing dog. Wasps are fascinating insects known for their slender bodies, narrow waists, and often vibrant yellow and black coloration. Unlike bees, which are typically more social, …