Alphabetical word directory

English words starting with E

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encounter

v

To meet or experience something, especially something unpleasant or unexpected

[ɪnˈkaʊntər]

encourage

v

to give someone support, confidence, or hope

[ɪnˈkɜːrɪdʒ]

encouragement

n

the act of giving someone support, confidence, or hope

[ɪnˈkɜːrɪdʒmənt]

encourager

n

A person or thing that encourages someone or something.

[ɪnˈkɜːrɪdʒər]

encouraging

adj

giving someone support, confidence, or hope.

[ɪnˈkɜːrɪdʒɪŋ]

encouragingly

adv

in a way that gives someone support, confidence, or hope

[ɪnˈkɜːrɪdʒɪŋli]

encroach

v

To gradually take or begin to use something that belongs to someone else or that you are not supposed to have.

[ɪnˈkroʊtʃ]

encroaching

adj

Gradually advancing beyond usual or acceptable limits, often in an intrusive or stealthy way.

[ɪnˈkroʊtʃɪŋ]

encroachment

n

The act of gradually taking away someone else's rights, or taking control of someone's time, work, etc.

[ɪnˈkroʊtʃmənt]

encrust

v

To cover something with a hard layer of a substance.

[ɪnˈkrʌst]

encrustation

n

A hard outer layer or crust that forms on a surface.

[ˌɛnkrəˈsteɪʃn]

encrypt

v

To convert information or data into a code, especially to prevent unauthorized access.

[ɪnˈkrɪpt]

encrypted

adj

Converted into a code or cipher to prevent unauthorized access.

[ɪnˈkrɪptɪd]

encryption

n

The process of converting information or data into a code, especially to prevent unauthorized access.

[ɪnˈkrɪpʃn]

enculturation

n

The process by which an individual learns the traditional content of a culture and assimilates its practices and values.

[ɪnˌkʌltʃəˈreɪʃən]

encumber

v

To weigh down or burden someone or something, making movement or progress difficult.

[ɪnˈkʌmbər]

encumbrance

n

something that makes movement or progress difficult; a burden or impediment.

[ɪnˈkʌmbrəns]

encyclical

n

a letter sent by the pope to all the bishops of the roman catholic church, often dealing with matters of doctrine or policy.

[ɪnˈsɪklɪkəl]

encyclopaedia

n

a book or set of books giving information on many subjects or on many aspects of one subject, typically arranged alphabetically.

[ɪnˌsaɪ.kləˈpiː.di.ə]

encyclopedia

n

A book or set of books giving information about many subjects or about one particular subject, usually arranged in alphabetical order.

[ɪnˌsaɪ.kləˈpiː.di.ə]

encyclopedic

adj

covering a wide range of knowledge; comprehensive.

[ɪnˌsaɪ.kləˈpiː.dɪk]

end

n

The final part of something, or the point where something stops.

[end]

end-around

adj

describing a computational or arithmetic operation where a digit carried out of the most significant bit is brought back into the least significant bit.

[ˌend əˈraʊnd]

end-of-course

adj

relating to or occurring at the end of a course of study or instruction

[ˌend əv ˈkɔːrs]

end-of-life

adj

relating to the final stage in the life cycle of a product or service, especially when it is no longer supported or sold

[ˌend əv ˈlaɪf]

end-of-season

adj

Relating to or occurring at the end of a particular season, especially a sports season or a retail/fashion season.

[ˌend əv ˈsiːzn̩]

end-of-semester

adj

Relating to or occurring at the conclusion of an academic semester.

[ˌend əv səˈmestɚ]

end-of-summer

adj

Relating to or characteristic of the final period of the summer season.

[ˌɛnd əv ˈsʌmər]

end-of-the-week

adj

Relating to or occurring at the conclusion of the week, typically Friday, Saturday, or Sunday.

[ˌend əv ðə ˈwiːk]

end-of-the-world

adj

relating to or describing a catastrophic event that seems like the end of the world, or the feelings of extreme fear or despair associated with such an event

[ˌend əv ðə ˈwɜɹld]

end-of-the-year

adj

Relating to or occurring at the conclusion of a calendar or fiscal year.

[ˌɛnd əv ðə ˈjɪr]

end-of-year

adj

relating to or happening at the end of a financial or calendar year

[ˌend əv ˈjɪr]

end-product

n

The final result of a process, especially of a manufacturing or creative process.

[ˈend ˌprɑːdʌkt]

end-run

n

A play in American football in which the ball carrier attempts to run around the end of the opposing team's defensive line.

[ˈend rʌn]

end-times

n

The final period of the world's existence, especially as described in apocalyptic religious prophecies.

[ˈend taɪmz]

end-to-end

adj

(of a process or system) encompassing the entire sequence from the initial to the final stage, without the use of third-party components.

[ˌend tə ˈend]

end-use

n

The ultimate purpose for which a product is intended by the final consumer or user.

[ˌend ˈjuːs]

end-user

n

The person who ultimately uses or is intended to use a product, especially a piece of technology or software.

[ˌend ˈjuːzər]

end-zone

n

the area at either end of an american football field, between the goal line and the end line, in which a player must have possession of the ball to score a touchdown.

[ˈend zoʊn]

endanger

v

To put someone or something in a situation where they are likely to be harmed or damaged.

[ɪnˈdeɪndʒər]

endangered

adj

(of a species) seriously at risk of extinction

[ɪnˈdeɪndʒərd]

endangered-species

noun phrase

A species of animal or plant that is seriously at risk of extinction.

[ɪnˈdeɪndʒərd ˈspiːʃiːz]

endangerment

n

the act of putting someone or something in a situation where they could be harmed or damaged.

[ɪnˈdeɪn.dʒɚ.mənt]

endarterectomy

n

a surgical procedure to remove the inner lining of an artery that has become thickened or blocked by plaque.

[ˌendɑːrtəˈrektəmi]

endear

v

To cause someone to be liked or loved

[ɪnˈdɪr]

endearing

adj

Inspiring affection or warm sympathy; lovable.

[ɪnˈdɪrɪŋ]

endearingly

adv

In a way that causes someone to be loved or liked.

[ɪnˈdɪrɪŋli]

endearment

n

A word or phrase expressing love or affection.

[ɪnˈdɪrmənt]

endeavor

v

To try hard to do or achieve something.

[ɪnˈdɛvər]

endeavour

v

To try hard to do or achieve something.

[ɪnˈdɛvər]

endemic

adj

(of a disease or condition) regularly found among particular people or in a certain area.

[enˈdem.ɪk]

endemism

n

The state of being endemic; the ecological condition of a species being unique to a defined geographic location, such as an island, nation, or other defined zone.

[ˈen.də.mɪ.zəm]

endgame

n

the final stage of a game, especially a board game such as chess, when few pieces or cards remain.

[ˈendɡeɪm]

ending

n

The last part of something, such as a story, event, or period of time.

[ˈen.dɪŋ]

endive

n

a plant with crisp, curly, bitter-tasting leaves that are eaten raw in salads.

[ˈendaɪv]

endless

adj

having or seeming to have no end or limit; continuing forever.

[ˈendləs]

endlessly

adv

In a way that seems to have no end or limit; for a very long time.

[ˈendləsli]

endlessness

n

The state or quality of having no end or limit; infinite duration or extent.

[ˈendləsnəs]

endnote

n

A note printed at the end of a book or section of a book, giving additional information or citing a source.

[ˈɛndnoʊt]

endocarditis

n

inflammation of the endocardium, the inner lining of the heart chambers and valves.

[ˌen.doʊ.kɑːrˈdaɪ.t̬ɪs]

endocrine

adj

Relating to glands that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream.

[ˈen.doʊ.kraɪn]

endocrinologist

n

a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases of the endocrine system (the glands that produce hormones).

[ˌen.doʊ.krɪˈnɑː.lə.dʒɪst]

endocrinology

n

the scientific study of the endocrine glands and the hormones they produce.

[ˌen.doʊ.krɪˈnɑː.lə.dʒi]

endogamous

adj

Characterized by or practicing marriage within a specific social, cultural, or ethnic group.

[enˈdɑːɡəməs]

endogamy

n

The custom of marrying only within the limits of a local community, clan, or tribe.

[enˈdɑːɡəmi]

endogenous

adj

having an internal cause or origin; originating from within an organism or system.

[enˈdɑːdʒənəs]

endolymphatic

adj

Relating to or containing endolymph, the fluid within the membranous labyrinth of the inner ear.

[ˌɛndoʊlɪmˈfætɪk]

endometrial

adj

Relating to or affecting the endometrium, the mucous membrane lining the uterus.

[ˌɛndoʊˈmiːtriəl]

endometriosis

n

a medical condition in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus, often causing pain and infertility.

[ˌendoʊˌmiːtriˈoʊsɪs]

endometrium

n

the mucous membrane lining the uterus, which thickens during the menstrual cycle in preparation for possible implantation of an embryo.

[ˌɛndoʊˈmiːtriəm]

endomorph

n

a person with a heavy, rounded body build, characterized by a tendency to accumulate fat and a predominance of soft tissue.

[ˈen.doʊ.mɔːrf]

endoplasmic

adj

Relating to or being the part of the cytoplasm that is internal to the endoplasmic reticulum.

[ˌendoʊˈplæzmɪk]

endorphin

n

any of a group of hormones secreted within the brain and nervous system that reduce the sensation of pain and can create a feeling of well-being.

[ɛnˈdɔːrfɪn]

endorse

v

to declare one's public approval or support of something or someone.

[ɪnˈdɔːrs]

endorsed

v

to declare one's public approval or support of something or someone.

[ɪnˈdɔːrst]

endorsement

n

the act of giving one's public approval or support to someone or something.

[ɪnˈdɔːrsmənt]

endorser

n

A person or organization that publicly supports or recommends a product, service, or person.

[ɪnˈdɔːrsər]

endoscope

n

a medical instrument consisting of a long thin tube with a light and a camera, used by doctors to look inside a person's body

[ˈendəskoʊp]

endoscopic

adj

Relating to or carried out using an endoscope, a long, thin tube with a light and camera used to examine the inside of the body.

[ˌen.dəˈskɑː.pɪk]

endoscopically

adv

In a manner relating to or using an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera used to examine the interior of a hollow organ or cavity of the body.

[ˌen.dəˈskkɑː.pɪ.kəl.i]

endoscopy

n

A medical procedure in which an instrument called an endoscope is used to look inside a part of the body.

[enˈdɑːskəpi]

endoskeleton

n

An internal supporting framework or skeleton, such as that found in vertebrates, echinoderms, and some other animals.

[ˌendoʊˈskelɪtn]

endosperm

n

the tissue inside the seeds of flowering plants that surrounds and provides nourishment to the embryo.

[ˈendoʊspɜːrm]

endothelial

adj

Relating to or denoting the thin layer of cells lining the interior surface of blood vessels and lymphatic vessels.

[ˌɛndoʊˈθiːliəl]

endothelium

n

A single layer of cells lining the interior surface of blood vessels and lymphatic vessels, forming a barrier between the vessel wall and the blood or lymph.

[ˌɛndoʊˈθiːliəm]

endothelium-dependent

adj

Requiring the presence of a functional endothelium to occur or function, typically used to describe physiological processes like vasodilation.

[ˌɛndoʊˈθiːliəm dɪˈpɛndənt]

endotoxin

n

a toxin that is present inside a bacterial cell and is released when the cell disintegrates.

[ˌen.doʊˈtɑːk.sɪn]

endotracheal

adj

relating to or situated within the trachea (windpipe).

[ˌendoʊˈtreɪkiəl]

endow

v

to provide a person or institution with a large amount of money or income

[ɪnˈdaʊ]

endowed

adj

Provided with a quality, ability, or asset.

[ɪnˈdaʊd]

endowment

n

a natural quality or ability that someone is born with.

[ɪnˈdaʊmənt]

endpaper

n

A blank or decorated leaf of paper at the beginning or end of a book, fixed to the inside of the cover.

[ˈendˌpeɪpər]

endpoint

n

a point or value that marks the end of a process, series, or range.

[ˈendpɔɪnt]

endue

v

to provide someone with a quality, ability, or power

[ɪnˈduː]

endurable

adj

Able to be endured; bearable or tolerable.

[ɪnˈdʊrəbl]

endurance

n

The ability to withstand hardship, stress, or prolonged effort.

[ɪnˈdʊrəns]

endure

v

to suffer something painful or difficult patiently

[ɪnˈdʊr]

enduring

adj

Lasting for a long time; durable.

[ɪnˈdʊrɪŋ]

enduringly

adv

In a way that lasts for a long time or continues without weakening.

[ɪnˈdʊrɪŋli]

enduro

n

A long-distance race for motor vehicles, especially motorcycles, over rough terrain, testing endurance.

[enˈdʊr.oʊ]

enema

n

a medical procedure in which a liquid is injected into the rectum to cleanse it or to administer a drug.

[ˈen.ə.mə]

enemy

n

a person who hates and opposes another person and tries to harm them or stop them from doing something

[ˈenəmi]

energetic

adj

Possessing or showing a lot of energy and enthusiasm.

[ˌen.ɚˈdʒet̬.ɪk]

energetically

adv

In a manner that shows or involves great energy, activity, or enthusiasm.

[ˌenərˈdʒetɪkli]

energetics

n

The branch of science that deals with the properties and transformations of energy.

[ˌenərˈdʒetɪks]

energize

v

to make someone feel energetic or eager

[ˈen.ɚ.dʒaɪz]

energized

adj

feeling or showing a lot of enthusiasm, determination, and vitality.

[ˈen.ɚ.dʒaɪzd]

energizer

n

a person or thing that energizes or invigorates someone or something.

[ˈen.ɚ.dʒaɪ.zɚ]

energizing

adj

Making one feel full of energy and enthusiasm.

[ˈen.ɚ.dʒaɪ.zɪŋ]

energy

n

The ability and strength to do active physical things and the feeling that you are full of physical power and life.

[ˈenərdʒi]

energy-absorbing

adj

Designed to take in and dissipate energy, especially from impact or shock.

[ˈenərdʒi əbˈzɔːrbɪŋ]

energy-conservation

n

The principle or practice of reducing the use of energy resources, especially to make supplies last longer and to protect the environment.

[ˈenərdʒi kɑːnsərˈveɪʃən]

energy-consuming

adj

Requiring or using a large amount of energy, especially physical or electrical power.

[ˈenərdʒi kənˌsuːmɪŋ]

energy-efficiency

n

The ratio of useful energy output to the total energy input in a system or device.

[ˈenərdʒi əˈfɪʃənsi]

energy-efficient

adj

Using relatively little energy to provide a service or perform a function.

[ˌenərdʒi əˈfɪʃnt]

energy-hungry

adj

Using or requiring a very large amount of energy

[ˈenərdʒiˌhʌŋɡri]

energy-intensive

adj

Requiring or using a large amount of energy.

[ˈenərdʒi ɪnˌtensɪv]

energy-producing

adj

Describing something that generates or yields energy.

[ˈenərdʒi prəˌduːsɪŋ]

energy-related

adj

Connected to or involving energy, especially its production, consumption, or use.

[ˈenərdʒi rɪˌleɪtɪd]

energy-rich

adj

Containing or providing a large amount of energy, especially in the form of calories or nutrients.

[ˈenərdʒi rɪtʃ]
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