Category: Nouns

Noun > Obstacle (count) 1 : something that makes it difficult to do something He overcame the obstacles of poverty and neglect. They must overcome a number of obstacles before the restaurant can be opened. Lack of experience is a Read More …

Noun > Seminar (count) 1 : a meeting in which you receive information on and training in a particular subject a writing seminar a seminar on career planning educational/investment seminars 2 : a class offered to a small group of Read More …

Noun > Independence 1 : freedom from outside control or support : the state of being independent (noncount) They are fighting for independence from colonial rule. (=fighting because they want to stop being a colony ruled by another country) Her Read More …

Noun > Zilch (noncount) informal nothing at all I know zilch about him. She’s done zilch (=nada) to help me out.

Noun > Vestige (count) formal 1 : the last small part that remains of something that existed before : TRACE ¡X + of a vestige of an ancient tradition He is still clinging to the last vestiges of his power. Read More …

Noun > Concoction (count) something (such as a food or drink) that is made by mixing together different things Would you like to try my new concoction?

Noun > Generosity (noncount) the quality of being kind, understanding, and not selfish : the quality of being generous She is admired for the generosity of her spirit. = She is admired for her generosity of spirit. (=she is admired Read More …

Noun > Zombie (count) 1 : informal : a person who moves very slowly and is not aware of what is happening especially because of being very tired If I don’t go to bed early I’ll be a zombie tomorrow. Read More …

Noun > Gel (count, noncount) a thick substance that is like jelly and that is used in various products hair gels (=gels used for styling hair) shower gel (=soap that is in a gel form)

Noun > Dog days Dog days is a plural noun that refers to the hottest time of the year, which in the northern hemisphere is usually between early July and early September. Dog days can also refer to a period Read More …