words (A1)
noun
Pronunciation: /wɜːrdz/
Definition
A unit of language, consisting of one or more spoken sounds or their written representation, that functions as a principal carrier of meaning.
Examples
The dictionary contains over 100,000 words.
She struggled to find the right words to express her feelings.
Please use simple words that everyone can understand.
How to Use words
- words of encouragement (collocation)
- Phrases intended to give someone confidence or hope. — "Her kind words of encouragement helped me through the difficult time."
- words of wisdom (collocation)
- Advice or guidance that is especially helpful or insightful. — "My grandmother always gave me words of wisdom."
- words fail me (idiom)
- Used to express that you are unable to describe something because it is too extreme or shocking. — "The beauty of the landscape was so overwhelming that words failed me."
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