English Dictionary — Definitions & Meanings

additionally

adverb

As a further point; also.

additive

noun

A substance added to something else in small amounts to change or improve it.

address

noun

The details of where a building or property is located, used for mail or navigation.

addressed

adjective

Marked or labeled with a specific address or recipient.

addressing

noun

The practice of writing a name and address on mail, or the system used to locate information (as in computing).

addy

noun

(informal) Short for "address," especially an email or home address.

Ade

noun

A sweetened, often fizzy drink made from fruit juice.

Adel

name

A given name of Germanic or Arabic origin used for both sexes, also a German surname and several place names.

Adela

name

A female given name of Germanic origin, related to Adele.

Adelaide

name

A female given name of Germanic origin, also the state capital of South Australia, named for Queen Adelaide.

Adele

name

A female given name from the Germanic languages.

Adelina

name

A feminine given name, an elaborated form of Adele or Adelina found across several European languages.

Adeline

name

A feminine given name of Germanic origin, popular in English and French.

Adem

name

A surname of Amharic origin.

Aden

name

A major port city in Yemen, and the former capital of South Yemen.

adept

adjective

Very skilled or highly proficient at something.

adequate

adjective

Enough to meet a need or requirement; sufficient.

adequately

adverb

In a way that is sufficient to meet a need.

ADHD

adjective

Relating to attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, a condition marked by inattention, impulsivity, and restlessness.

adhere

verb

To stick firmly to a surface.

adhesive

noun

A substance, such as glue, used to stick things together.

Adi

name

A short, informal form of names such as Adrian, Aditya, or Adit for men, or Adelaide, Adrienne, or Aditi for women.

Adidas

noun

Clothing or footwear made by the Adidas brand, especially trainers.

adieu

intj

Said when parting from someone, especially for a long time or for good; goodbye.

Adina

name

A feminine given name of Hebrew origin.

adios

intj

Goodbye — a casual, Spanish-derived way to say farewell.

Aditi

name

In Hindu mythology, the mother goddess, wife of Kashyapa and mother of the Adityas (solar deities).

Aditya

noun

In Hindu mythology, any of a group of solar deities descended from Aditi and Kashyapa.

adjacent

adj

Right next to something else, or sharing a border with it.

adjective

noun

A word that describes or modifies a noun, such as "tall," "blue," or "happy."

adjoining

adj

Touching or connected at a shared point, line, or wall; next door.

adjourn

verb

To pause or end a meeting, trial, or event, often to resume it later.

adjourned

adj

Having been paused or suspended, usually to resume at a later time.

adjournment

noun

The act of pausing or ending a meeting or session, or the period during which it is paused.

adjust

verb

To change something slightly so it works better or fits new circumstances.

adjustable

adj

Able to be changed or fine-tuned, especially in size or position.

adjusted

adj

Changed or corrected to account for a particular factor, such as bias or inflation.

adjuster

noun

Someone who investigates and settles insurance claims.

adjusting

noun

The process of making changes to fit new needs or correct something.

adjustment

noun

A small change made to improve or correct something.

adjutant

noun

A military officer who handles administrative duties for a senior commander.

Adlai

name

A masculine given name of Hebrew biblical origin.

Adler

name

A surname of German origin.

admin

noun

Administrative work, such as paperwork, scheduling, or record-keeping.

administer

verb

To manage, oversee, or run something, such as an organization, program, or set of rules.

administering

noun

The act of managing something or giving out a treatment.

administration

noun

The management of an organization, business, or set of tasks.

administrative

adj

Relating to the management or organization of something, especially paperwork and processes.

administrator

noun

A person who manages or directs the affairs of an organization, department, or estate.

admirable

adj

Deserving respect or approval; impressive in a positive way.

admirably

adv

In a way that deserves respect or praise; excellently.

admiral

noun

A senior naval officer who commands a fleet or squadron.

admiralty

noun

The government department or authority in charge of naval affairs.

admiration

noun

A feeling of respect and warm approval for someone or something impressive.

admire

verb

To regard someone or something with respect and approval.

admirer

noun

Someone who respects and approves of another person or thing.

admiring

adj

Showing or feeling admiration.

admissible

adj

Allowed to be accepted or considered, especially in a court of law.

admission

noun

Permission or the right to enter a place or join a group.

admit

verb

To allow someone or something to enter.

admittance

noun

Permission or the right to enter a place.

admitted

adj

Allowed in or accepted, especially into a place, group, or profession.

admittedly

adv

Used to acknowledge that something is true, often before making a contrasting point.

admitting

verb

Letting someone or something in, or acknowledging something as true.

Adnan

name

A masculine given name of Arabic origin.

ado

noun

Unnecessary fuss, bother, or commotion over something.

adolescence

noun

The stage of life between childhood and adulthood, roughly spanning the teenage years.

adolescent

noun

A young person who is no longer a child but not yet fully an adult, typically a teenager.

Adolf

name

A masculine given name of Germanic origin, a variant of Adolph.

Adolfo

name

A masculine given name from Italian, Portuguese, or Spanish, equivalent to the English name Adolph.

Adolph

name

A masculine given name of Germanic origin, a variant spelling of Adolf.

Adolphe

name

A surname of French origin, most common in Haiti.

Adonai

name

A Hebrew title for God, meaning "my Lord," traditionally spoken aloud in place of the sacred name YHWH.

Adonis

noun

An extremely handsome young man.

adopt

verb

To legally take a child into your family as your own.

adoption

noun

The legal process of taking a child into your family as your own.

adoptive

adj

Related by adoption rather than by birth.

adorable

adj

So cute or charming that it inspires affection.

adoration

noun

Deep love, admiration, or worship.

adore

verb

To love someone or something very deeply.

adoring

adj

Showing great love or admiration.

adorn

verb

To decorate something to make it more attractive.

adorned

adj

Decorated with additional ornamental details.

adrenal

adj

Relating to the adrenal glands, small organs that sit above the kidneys and release hormones like adrenaline.

adrenaline

noun

A hormone released in response to stress or excitement that speeds up the heart and boosts energy.

Adrian

name

A masculine given name of Latin origin, referring to someone from the region of Hadria.

Adriana

name

A feminine given name from Latin, the feminine form of Adrian.

Adrianna

name

A feminine given name, a variant spelling of Adriana.

Adriatic

name

The Adriatic Sea, a branch of the Mediterranean lying between Italy and the Balkan Peninsula.

Adrien

name

A surname of French origin, common in Haiti.

Adrienne

name

A feminine given name of French origin, equivalent to the English name Adrian.

adrift

adj

Drifting without control or direction, especially on water.

Ads

noun

Plural of "ad" — short for advertisements.

adulation

noun

Excessive praise or admiration, often insincere.

adult

noun

A person who has reached the age of legal maturity, typically 18 or older.

adulterer

noun

A person, especially a man, who has sex with someone other than their spouse.

adulteress

noun

A married woman who has sex with someone other than her spouse.

adulterous

adj

Involving or characterised by adultery.

adultery

noun

Sexual activity between a married person and someone who is not their spouse.

adulthood

noun

The state or period of being an adult.

advance

verb

To move forward, or to help something make progress.

advanced

adj

At a high level of skill, complexity, or development; going beyond the basics.

advancement

noun

Progress or improvement, especially a move up to a higher position or level.

advancing

noun

The ongoing act of moving forward or making progress.

advantage

noun

Something that puts you in a better or more favorable position than others.

advantageous

adj

Providing a benefit; favorable to one's interests.

advent

noun

The arrival or beginning of something significant, especially something that changes things.

adventure

noun

An exciting or unusual experience, often involving some risk or the unknown.

adventurer

noun

Someone who seeks out exciting, risky experiences or ventures.

adventurous

adj

Willing to take risks and try new, exciting things.

adversary

noun

An opponent or rival, especially one you compete or fight against.

adverse

adj

Unfavorable or harmful; working against someone's interests.

adversity

noun

Difficult or unfortunate circumstances; hardship.

advert

noun

British informal term for an advertisement.

advertise

verb

To promote a product, service, or event publicly in order to attract interest or sales.

advertisement

noun

A public notice or message designed to sell or promote a product, service, or idea.

advertising

noun

The activity or industry of promoting products and services to the public.

advice

noun

A suggestion or opinion offered to help someone decide or act.

Advil

name

A brand name for ibuprofen, a common over-the-counter pain and inflammation reliever.

advisable

adj

Sensible or wise to do; recommended.

advise

verb

To give someone guidance or a recommendation about what to do.

advised

adj

Carefully thought through; the result of deliberation.

advisement

noun

Careful consideration or deliberation, especially before making a decision.

advising

noun

The act of giving advice or guidance, especially in an academic or professional setting.

advisor

noun

A person who gives expert guidance or recommendations in a particular field.

advisory

adj

Giving advice or recommendations rather than making binding decisions.

advocacy

noun

Public support for a cause, policy, or group of people.

advocate

noun

A person who publicly supports or argues in favor of a cause, policy, or another person.

advocated

adj

Argued for or supported publicly.

Ae

name

A small village in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland.

Aegean

adj

Relating to the Aegean Sea, the body of water between Greece and Turkey, or the ancient civilizations around it.

aegis

noun

Protection, support, or sponsorship provided by a powerful person or organization.

aerial

adj

Happening in or relating to the air, especially from above.

aerobics

noun

A form of exercise, often done to music, aimed at improving heart and lung fitness.

aerodynamic

adj

Shaped to move through air with minimal resistance.

aerodynamics

noun

The branch of science studying how air moves around objects and how that affects their motion.

aeronautics

noun

The science and practice of designing, building, and flying aircraft.

aeroplane

noun

British term for a powered aircraft with fixed wings; an airplane.

aerosol

noun

Tiny particles of liquid or solid suspended in a gas, such as air.

aerospace

noun

The industry involved in designing and building aircraft, spacecraft, and related technology.

Aeryn

name

A feminine given name, a modern variant spelling of Erin or Aaron-derived names.

aesthetic

adj

Relating to beauty, art, or how something looks and feels visually.

aesthetically

adv

In a way that relates to beauty or visual style.

aesthetics

noun

The branch of philosophy concerned with beauty, art, and taste.

Aether

noun

An old term for the clear upper air thought to fill the sky above the clouds, later used in science for a hypothetical substance once believed to fill space.

Af

noun

A historical, now offensive term used in colonial-era Rhodesia for a Black African.

Afar

adv

From, at, or to a great distance; far away.

aff

noun

In debate competitions, the side arguing in favour of the resolution (short for "affirmative").

affable

adj

Friendly, easy to talk to, and pleasant in manner.

affair

noun

A matter, event, or piece of business, especially one being discussed in a general or vague way.