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clusternounA grouping of a number of similar things.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A cluster of admirers.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old English. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

clutchnounA tense critical situation.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He is a good man in the clutch.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old English, Old Norse. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

clutteredadjectiveFilled or scattered with a disorderly accumulation of objects or rubbish.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

His library was a cluttered room with piles of books on every chair.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

coarseadjectiveLacking refinement or cultivation or taste.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He had coarse manners but a first-rate mind.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

coastnounThe act of moving smoothly along a surface while remaining in contact with it.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The children lined up for a coast down the snowy slope.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

coastaladjectiveLocated on or near or bordering on a coast.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The Atlantic coastal plain.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Hindi, Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

coatnounA thin layer covering something.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A second coat of paint.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

coatedadjectiveHaving a coating; covered with an outer layer or film; often used in combination.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Sugar-coated pills.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

coatingnounThe work of applying something.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The surface was ready for a coating of paint.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

coaxingadjectivePleasingly persuasive or intended to persuade.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A coaxing and obsequious voice.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

cockamamieadjectiveLudicrous, foolish.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Gave me a cockamamie reason for not going.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: French, Italian, Latin, Middle French, Old French, Vulgar Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

cockeyedadjectiveIncongruous;inviting ridicule.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

That's a cockeyed idea.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Old English, Old French, Old Norse, Vulgar Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

cockyadjectiveOverly self-confident or self-assertive.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A very cocky young man.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Dutch, Latin, Malay, Middle English, Old English, Old French, Old Norse, Vulgar Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

codifiedadjectiveEnacted by a legislative body.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Codified written laws.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

coercionnounUsing force to cause something to occur.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

They didn't have to use coercion.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

coerciveadjectiveServing or intended to coerce.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Authority is directional instead of coercive.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Anglo-Norman, Latin, Middle English. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

cognounA subordinate who performs an important but routine function.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He was a small cog in a large machine.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle Dutch, Middle English. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

cogitationnounAttentive consideration and meditation.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

After much cogitation he rejected the offer.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Medieval Latin, Middle English, Old French, Vulgar Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

cognitiveadjectiveOf or being or relating to or involving cognition.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Cognitive psychology.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Medieval Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

cohereverbCome or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The sushi rice grains cohere.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

coherentadjectiveMarked by an orderly, logical, and aesthetically consistent relation of parts.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A coherent argument.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

coherentlyadverbIn a coherent manner.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

She could not talk coherently after the accident.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

cohesiveadjectiveCohering or tending to cohere; well integrated.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A cohesive organization.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

coiledadjectiveCurled or wound (especially in concentric rings or spirals).beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A coiled snake ready to strike.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

coincidencenounThe temporal property of two things happening at the same time.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The interval determining the coincidence gate is adjustable.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: French, Latin, Medieval Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

coincidentadjectiveMatching point for point.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Coincident circles.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: French.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

coldadjectiveExtended meanings; especially of psychological coldness; without human warmth or emotion.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A cold unfriendly nod.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old English. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

coldnessnounA lack of affection or enthusiasm.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A distressing coldness of tone and manner.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old English. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

collaborationnounAct of working jointly.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

They worked either in collaboration or independently.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek, French, Late Latin, Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

collagenounA paste-up made by sticking together pieces of paper or photographs to form an artistic image.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He used his computer to make a collage of pictures superimposed on a map.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek, French, Latin, Middle French, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

collapsenounA natural event caused by something suddenly falling down or caving in.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The roof is in danger of collapse.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

collapsibleadjectiveCapable of collapsing or being collapsed.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A collapsible boat.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

collarnounThe act of apprehending (especially apprehending a criminal).beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The policeman on the beat got credit for the collar.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek, Late Latin, Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

collateverbTo assemble in proper sequence.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Collate the papers.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

collateraladjectiveDescended from a common ancestor but through different lines.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Cousins are collateral relatives.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Medieval Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

collectadjectivePayable by the recipient on delivery.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The letter came collect.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Medieval Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

collectedadjectiveIn full control of your faculties.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The witness remained collected throughout the cross-examination.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Medieval Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

collectibleadjectiveSubject to or requiring payment especially as specified.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A collectible bill.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Medieval Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

collectiveadjectiveDone by or characteristic of individuals acting together.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The collective mind.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

collegialadjectiveCharacterized by or having authority vested equally among colleagues.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A tendency to turn from collegial to one-man management.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Middle French, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

collegiateadjectiveOf or resembling or typical of a college or college students.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Collegiate clothes.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Medieval Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

collisionnoun(physics) a brief event in which two or more bodies come together.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The collision of the particles resulted in an exchange of energy and a change of direction.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Late Latin, Latin, Middle French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

colloquialadjectiveCharacteristic of informal spoken language or conversation.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Wrote her letters in a colloquial style.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

colonialadjectiveComposed of many distinct individuals united to form a whole or colony.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Coral is a colonial organism.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Hindi, Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

colonynounA body of people who settle far from home but maintain ties with their homeland; inhabitants remain nationals of their home state but are not literally under the home state's system of government.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The American colony in Paris.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin.

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colornounA visual attribute of things that results from the light they emit or transmit or reflect.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A white color is made up of many different wavelengths of light.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Anglo-Norman, Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

colorationnounAppearance with regard to color.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Her healthy coloration.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

colorfuladjectiveHaving striking color.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Colorful autumn leaves.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Anglo-Norman, Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

colorizeverbAdd color to.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Colorize black and white film.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Anglo-Norman, Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

colorlessadjectiveLacking in variety and interest.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A colorless and unimaginative person.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Anglo-Norman, Latin, Middle English, Old English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

colorsnounA distinguishing emblem.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

His tie proclaimed his school colors.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

colossaladjectiveSo great in size or force or extent as to elicit awe.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Has a colossal nerve.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek, French, Latin, Middle French, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

columnnounA vertical array of numbers or other information.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He added a column of numbers.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

columnedadjectiveHaving or resembling columns; having columns of a specified kind (often used as a combining form).intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A columned portico.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

comatoseadjectiveIn a state of deep and usually prolonged unconsciousness; unable to respond to external stimuli.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A comatose patient.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek, French, Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

combatverbBattle or contend against in or as if in a battle.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

We must combat the prejudices against other races.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Old French, Vulgar Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

combativeadjectiveHaving or showing a ready disposition to fight.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A combative impulse.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Old French, Vulgar Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

combedadjective(of hair) made tidy with a comb.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

With hair combed to the side.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old English. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

combinationnounA group of people (often temporary) having a common purpose.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

They were a winning combination.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Late Latin, Latin, Middle English, Middle French, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

combustionnounA state of violent disturbance and excitement.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Combustion grew until revolt was unavoidable.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek, Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

comeverbMove toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Come into the room.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old English. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

comfortnounA state of being relaxed and feeling no pain.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He is a man who enjoys his comfort.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Late Latin, Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

comfortableadjectiveProviding or experiencing physical well-being or relief (`comfy' is informal).intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Comfortable clothes.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

comfortablyadverbIn mental comfort; without stress.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He works comfortably on three continents.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

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comfortedadjectiveMade comfortable or more comfortable in a time of distress.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The news make her feel comforted.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin not available for this entry.

comfortsnounThings that make you comfortable and at ease.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

All the comforts of home.

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comicaladjectiveArousing or provoking laughter.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A comical look of surprise.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek, Hindi, Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

comicallyadverbIn a comical manner.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The tone was comically desperate.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek, Hindi, Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

comingadjectiveOf the relatively near future.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

This coming Thursday.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek, Middle English, Old English. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

commandnounAvailability for use.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The materials at the command of the potters grew.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Old French, Vulgar Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

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commandingadjectiveUsed of a height or viewpoint.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A commanding view of the ocean.

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commendverbGive to in charge.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

I commend my children to you.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

commendableadjectiveWorthy of high praise.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A commendable sense of purpose.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Middle French, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

commensurateadjectiveCorresponding in size or degree or extent.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Pay should be commensurate with the time worked.

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commentnounA statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

From time to time she contributed a personal comment on his account.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Late Latin, Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

commercialadjectiveOf or relating to commercialism.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A commercial attache.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: French, Late Latin, Latin, Middle French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

commercializationnounThe act of commercializing something; involving something in commerce.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The government tried to accelerate the commercialization of this development.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: French, Late Latin, Latin, Middle French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

commerciallyadverbIn a commercial manner.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The product is commercially available.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: French, Late Latin, Latin, Middle French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

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commissionnounA fee for services rendered based on a percentage of an amount received or collected or agreed to be paid (as distinguished from a salary).advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He works on commission.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

Definition and example: WordNet 3.0. Origin references: Wiktionary / etymology-db (CC BY-SA 3.0) ↗

commissionedadjectiveGiven official approval to act.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Commissioned broker.

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commitverbEngage in or perform.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Commit a random act of kindness.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin.

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commitmentnounThe act of binding yourself (intellectually or emotionally) to a course of action.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

His long commitment to public service.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin.

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committedadjectiveBound or obligated, as under a pledge to a particular cause, action, or attitude.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A committed Marxist.

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committeenounA special group delegated to consider some matter.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A committee is a group that keeps minutes and loses hours.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Anglo-Norman, Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

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commonadjectiveBelonging to or participated in by a community as a whole; public.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

For the common good.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Anglo-Norman, Latin, Middle English, Old French, Old Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

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commonplaceadjectiveCompletely ordinary and unremarkable.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Commonplace everyday activities.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek.

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commonsenseadjectiveExhibiting native good judgment.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Commonsense scholarship on the foibles of a genius.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Anglo-Norman, Frankish, Latin, Middle English, Old French, Old Latin, Vulgar Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

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commotionnounConfused movement.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A commotion of people fought for the exits.

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communaladjectiveFor or by a group rather than individuals.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Dipping each his bread into a communal dish of stew.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: French, Late Latin, Latin. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

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communeverbCommunicate intimately with; be in a state of heightened, intimate receptivity.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He seemed to commune with nature.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Medieval Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

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communicateverbTransmit information.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Please communicate this message to all employees.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin.

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communicationnounThe activity of communicating; the activity of conveying information.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

They could not act without official communication from Moscow.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek, Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

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communicationsnounThe discipline that studies the principles of transmiting information and the methods by which it is delivered (as print or radio or television etc.).advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Communications is his major field of study.

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communicativeadjectiveOf or relating to communication.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Communicative arts.

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communistadjectiveRelating to or marked by communism.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Communist governments.

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communitynounA group of people living in a particular local area.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The team is drawn from all parts of the community.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Medieval Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

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communizeverbMake Communist or bring in accord with Communist principles.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Communize the government.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Medieval Latin, Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

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commuteverbExchange positions without a change in value.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

These operators commute with each other.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin.

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compactadjectiveClosely and firmly united or packed together.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Compact clusters of flowers.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin.

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companynounAn institution created to conduct business.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He started the company in his garage.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle English, Old French. The source may include more than one historical route or component.

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