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unworthyadjectiveLacking in value or merit.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Unworthy of forgiveness.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, 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) ↗

unwrapverbRemove the outer cover or wrapping of.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Let's unwrap the gifts!

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, 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) ↗

unwrappedadjectiveNot yet wrapped or having the wrapping removed.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

She faced a mountainous pile of presents still unwrapped.

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

unwrittenadjectiveBased on custom rather than documentation.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Rites...so ancient that they well might have had their unwritten origins in Aurignacian times.

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) ↗

unyieldingadjectiveResistant to physical force or pressure.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

An unyielding head support.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, 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) ↗

upbeatnounA contented state of being happy and healthy and prosperous.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The town was finally on the upbeat after our recent troubles.

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) ↗

upcomingadjectiveOf the relatively near future.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The upcoming spring fashions.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek, 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) ↗

updatingnounThe act of changing something to bring it up to date (usually by adding something).intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Criminal records need regular updating.

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

upfrontadjectiveFrank and honest.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He was upfront about his intentions.

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

upgradenounThe act of improving something (especially machinery) by raising it to a higher grade (as by adding or replacing components).intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The power plant received a new upgrade.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: French, Latin, 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) ↗

uphilladverbUpward on a hill or incline.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

This street lay uphill.

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) ↗

upliftverbFill with high spirits; fill with optimism.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Music can uplift your spirits.

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) ↗

upliftingnounThe rise of something.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The uplifting of the clouds revealed the blue of a summer sky.

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

upmarketadjectiveDesigned for consumers with high incomes.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He turned up in well-cut clothes...and upmarket felt hats.

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) ↗

upperadjectiveHigher in place or position.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

In the upper center of the picture.

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

uppermostadjectiveAt or nearest to the top.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The uppermost book in the pile.

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) ↗

uppityadjectivePresumptuously arrogant.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Getting a little uppity and needed to be slapped down.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: 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) ↗

uprightadjectiveOf moral excellence.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

An upright and respectable man.

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) ↗

upriseverbReturn from the dead.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The dead are to uprise.

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) ↗

uprootverbPull up by or as if by the roots.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Uproot the vine that has spread all over the garden.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Old English, Old French, Old Norse, Welsh. 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) ↗

upscaleadjectiveAppropriate for people with good incomes.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

An upscale neighborhood.

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

upsetverbDisturb the balance or stability of.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The hostile talks upset the peaceful relations between the two countries.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Medieval 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) ↗

upsettingadjectiveCausing an emotional disturbance.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

An upsetting experience.

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

upstageadjectiveRemote in manner.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He was upstage with strangers.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Old 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) ↗

upstairsadverbOn a floor above.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

They lived upstairs.

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) ↗

upstandingadjectiveMeriting respect or esteem.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

An upstanding member of the community.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle Dutch, 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) ↗

upstateadverbIn or toward the northern parts of a state.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He lives upstate New York.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: 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) ↗

upsurgenounA sudden or abrupt strong increase.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

An upsurge of emotion.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Middle French, Old Catalan, 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) ↗

uptakenounA process of taking up or using up or consuming.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

They developed paper napkins with a greater uptake of liquids.

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) ↗

uptownadjectiveOf or located in the upper part of a town.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Uptown residential areas.

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

upwardadjectiveExtending or moving toward a higher place.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A general upward movement of fish.

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) ↗

upwardsadverbSpatially or metaphorically from a lower to a higher position.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Prices soared upwards.

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) ↗

urbanadjectiveLocated in or characteristic of a city or city life.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Urban property owners.

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) ↗

urbaneadjectiveShowing a high degree of refinement and the assurance that comes from wide social experience.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Maintained an urbane tone in his letters.

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) ↗

urbanizedadjectiveMade urban in nature; taking on urban characteristics.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The urbanized Eastern states.

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

urgenounA strong restless desire.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Why this urge to travel?

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin.

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

urgencynounPressing importance requiring speedy action.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The urgency of his need.

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) ↗

urgentadjectiveCompelling immediate action.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The urgent words `Hurry! Hurry!'.

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) ↗

urgentlyadverbWith great urgency.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Health care reform is needed urgently.

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) ↗

urinenounLiquid excretory product.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

There was blood in his urine.

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) ↗

usableadjectiveConvenient for use or disposal.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

2000 square feet of usable office space.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Old French.

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

usagenounThe customary manner in which a language (or a form of a language) is spoken or written.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A usage borrowed from French.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: 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) ↗

useverbPut into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

I can't use this tool.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Anglo-Norman, 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) ↗

usedadjectiveEmployed in accomplishing something.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The principle of surprise is the most used and misused of all the principles of war.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Anglo-Norman, Latin, Middle English, Old 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) ↗

usefuladjectiveBeing of use or service.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A useful member of society.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Anglo-Norman, 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) ↗

usefullyadverbIn a useful manner.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Extra money could be usefully spent on this project.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Anglo-Norman, 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) ↗

uselessadjectiveHaving no beneficial use or incapable of functioning usefully.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

She is useless in an emergency.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Anglo-Norman, Latin, Middle English, Old 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) ↗

usherverbTake (someone) to their seats, as in theaters or auditoriums.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The usher showed us to our seats.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Anglo-Norman, 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) ↗

usualadjectiveOccurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The usual summer heat.

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) ↗

usuallyadverbUnder normal conditions.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Usually she was late.

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) ↗

usurpationnounWrongfully seizing and holding (an office or powers) by force (especially the seizure of a throne or supreme authority).advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A succession of generals who ruled by usurpation.

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) ↗

utilitarianadjectiveHaving a useful function.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Utilitarian steel tables.

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) ↗

utilitynoun(computer science) a program designed for general support of the processes of a computer.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A computer system provides utility programs to perform the tasks needed by most users.

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) ↗

utilizationnounThe act of using.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Skilled in the utilization of computers.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek, French, Italian, Latin, Medieval 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) ↗

utilizeverbPut into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

How do you utilize this tool?

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek, French, Italian, Latin, Medieval 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) ↗

utmostadjectiveOf the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

To the utmost degree.

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) ↗

utopianadjectiveCharacterized by or aspiring to impracticable perfection.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The dim utopian future.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek, Latin, Middle English, New 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) ↗

utterverbPut into circulation.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Utter counterfeit currency.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Middle Dutch, 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) ↗

utteredadjectiveCommunicated in words.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Frequently uttered sentiments.

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

vacantadjectiveWithout an occupant or incumbent.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The throne is never vacant.

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) ↗

vacateverbLeave behind empty; move out of.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

You must vacate your office by tonight.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin.

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

vacationnounLeisure time away from work devoted to rest or pleasure.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

We get two weeks of vacation every summer.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Ancient Greek, 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) ↗

vaccinateverbPerform vaccinations or produce immunity in by inoculation.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

We vaccinate against scarlet fever.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin.

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

vacuumnounAn empty area or space.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Without their support he'll be ruling in a vacuum.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin.

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

vagabondadjectiveWandering aimlessly without ties to a place or community.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Led a vagabond life.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Late Latin, 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) ↗

vagrantadjectiveContinually changing especially as from one abode or occupation to another.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Vagrant hippies of the sixties.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Anglo-Norman, Frankish, 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) ↗

vagueadjectiveNot clearly understood or expressed.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Their descriptions of human behavior become vague, dull, and unclear.

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) ↗

vaguelyadverbIn a vague way.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He looked vaguely familiar.

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) ↗

vaguenessnounUnclearness by virtue of being poorly expressed or not coherent in meaning.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The Conservative manifesto is a model of vagueness.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Middle French, 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) ↗

vainadjectiveCharacteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Vain about her 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) ↗

valiantadjectiveHaving or showing valor.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A valiant attempt to prevent the hijack.

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) ↗

valiantlyadverbWith valor; in a valiant manner.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He fought valiantly until the end.

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) ↗

validadjectiveStill legally acceptable.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The license is still valid.

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) ↗

validlyadverbWith validity; in a valid manner.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

This may not validly be done.

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) ↗

valornounThe qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle).intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He received a medal for valor.

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) ↗

valuableadjectiveHaving great material or monetary value especially for use or exchange.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A valuable diamond.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Middle English, Old French, Old Northern 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) ↗

valuationnounAn appraisal of the value of something.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He set a high valuation on friendship.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: 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) ↗

valuenounA numerical quantity measured or assigned or computed.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The value assigned was 16 milliseconds.

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) ↗

valuesnounBeliefs of a person or social group in which they have an emotional investment (either for or against something).beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He has very conservatives values.

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

vampverbPiece (something old) with a new part.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Vamp up an old speech.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Anglo-Norman, French, German, Middle English, Old French, Serbo-Croatian. 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) ↗

vandalizeverbDestroy wantonly, as through acts of vandalism.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Vandalize the park.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

English word formation.

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

vanillaadjectivePlain and without any extras or adornments.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The basic car is known as the vanilla version.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin, Old Spanish, Spanish. 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) ↗

vanishedadjectiveHaving passed out of existence.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Vanished civilizations.

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

vapidadjectiveLacking significance or liveliness or spirit or zest.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A vapid conversation.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin.

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

variableadjectiveLiable to or capable of change.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Rainfall in the tropics is notoriously variable.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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variablyadverbWith variation; in a variable manner or to a variable degree.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

It will be variably cloudy.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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variantadjectiveDiffering from a norm or standard.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

A variant spelling.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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variationnounAn activity that varies from a norm or standard.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Any variation in his routine was immediately reported.

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

variedadjectiveCharacterized by variety.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

His work is interesting and varied.

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

varietynounNoticeable heterogeneity.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The range and variety of his work is amazing.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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variousadjectiveOf many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

His disguises are many and various.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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variouslyadverbIn diverse ways.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The alternatives that are variously represented by the participants.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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varyverbBe subject to change in accordance with a variable.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

His moods vary depending on the weather.

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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varyingadjectiveMarked by diversity or difference.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

The varying angles of roof slope.

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

vascularadjectiveOf or relating to or having vessels that conduct and circulate fluids.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Vascular constriction.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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vastadjectiveUnusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

At vast (or immense) expense.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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vastlyadverbTo an exceedingly great extent or degree.beginner+

USAGE EXAMPLE

He had vastly overestimated his resources.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

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

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vaultingnoun(architecture) a vaulted structure.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Arches and vaulting.

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

vegetaladjectiveComposed of vegetation or plants.intermediate+

USAGE EXAMPLE

Regions rich in vegetal products.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Late Latin.

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vegetateverbEngage in passive relaxation.advanced+

USAGE EXAMPLE

After a hard day's work, I vegetate in front of the television.

ORIGIN SUMMARY

Source-language links: Latin.

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