Verb
entail
IPA /ɪnˈteɪl/
To involve a particular action, effort or consequence as a necessary part of doing something.
See example sentence: entail
Moving to the countryside would entail buying a car.
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Verb
enhance
IPA /ɪnˈhɑːns/
To improve an existing quality or make something more useful, valuable or attractive.
See example sentence: enhance
Soft lighting can enhance the atmosphere of a small room.
Verb
endorse
IPA /ɪnˈdɔːs/
To state publicly that you approve of or support a person, idea or course of action.
See example sentence: endorse
Several neighbours endorsed our proposal for a shared vegetable garden.
Adjective
eminent
IPA /ˈemɪnənt/
Well known and highly respected because of achievements in a particular field or profession.
See example sentence: eminent
An eminent local historian led our walking tour of the town.
Verb
embellish
IPA /ɪmˈbelɪʃ/
To add decorative details that make something look more attractive or interesting.
See example sentence: embellish
She used colourful thread to embellish the plain cotton bag.
Adjective
elaborate
IPA /ɪˈlæbərət/
Containing many carefully arranged details or parts and often requiring considerable planning or effort.
See example sentence: elaborate
She prepared an elaborate birthday treasure hunt around the house.
Noun
efficacy
IPA /ˈefɪkəsi/
The ability of a method or action to produce the result it is intended to achieve.
See example sentence: efficacy
We compared the efficacy of two methods for removing the stain.
Adjective
eccentric
IPA /ɪkˈsentrɪk/
Behaving or appearing in unusual ways that other people see as different from ordinary expectations.
See example sentence: eccentric
Our eccentric neighbour wears a bright bow tie while gardening.
Adjective
daunting
IPA /ˈdɔːntɪŋ/
Seeming so difficult or demanding that it makes someone feel nervous about trying it.
See example sentence: daunting
Cooking dinner for twelve guests felt daunting at first.
Adjective
dormant
IPA /ˈdɔːmənt/
Temporarily inactive or not growing, but still able to become active or develop later.
See example sentence: dormant
The garden looks bare while many plants remain dormant through winter.
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