(+ object) 1 : chiefly US : to cause (curiosity or interest) The package piqued (=sparked, aroused) my curiosity. Brightly colored objects pique a baby’s interest. 2 : chiefly British : to make (someone) annoyed or angry — usually used Read More …
(+ object) 1 : chiefly US : to cause (curiosity or interest) The package piqued (=sparked, aroused) my curiosity. Brightly colored objects pique a baby’s interest. 2 : chiefly British : to make (someone) annoyed or angry — usually used Read More …
1 : growing or expanding very quickly booming car sales We’re not benefiting from the country’s booming economy. 2 : loud and low : having a low rumbling sound Suddenly the children heard Grandpa’s booming voice demanding that they get Read More …
(count) the name that is shared by the people in a family In English, your surname comes after your first name and middle name. She took her husband’s surname when they got married. — called also FAMILY NAME; compare LAST Read More …
Sentient is a formal term that typically describes beings conscious of or responsive to the sensations of seeing, hearing, feeling, tasting, or smelling. An avid gardener, Dorothy has recently been absorbed in books that examine the question of whether, and Read More …
formal 1 : lying on your back with your face upward a supine position He was lying supine on the couch. 2 : disapproving : willing to be controlled by others : weak or passive a supine attitude a supine Read More …
An iota is an infinitesimal amount of something. The word iota is used synonymously with the etymologically related jot, and by its oldest definition refers to the 9th letter of the Greek alphabet. There’s not an iota of doubt regarding Read More …
(more spectacular; most spectacular) causing wonder and admiration : very impressive a spectacular sunset a spectacular play in a football game The stock market has made a spectacular (=sensational) recovery. — spectacularly adverb He played spectacularly. a spectacularly successful novel Read More …
Durable describes people or things that last, or remain strong and in good condition over a long period of time. It is often used figuratively, as in “a durable athlete.” The fabric was durable enough to withstand chewing from the Read More …