English to English Dictionary

/æz əˈbʌv/ [as above]

[idiom] In the same manner, category, or condition as something previously stated or mentioned.

/æz ɪt ɪz æz ɪt tɜːnz aʊt æz θɪŋz stænd/ [as it is as it turns out as things stand]

[idiom] Used collectively to describe the current reality, present circumstances, or how a situation ultimately develops in contrast to expectations.

/əˈsɛnt/ [ascent]

[noun] The act of rising or climbing upward.

/ˈæspɛkt/ [aspect]

[noun] A particular part, feature, or phase of something complex, such as a situation, problem, or subject.

/əˈspaɪərɪŋ/ [aspiring]

[adjective] Directing one's hopes or ambitions toward becoming a specified type of professional or achieving a particular goal.

/əˈsɔːltɪd/ [assaulted]

[verb] Made a physical, violent attack upon someone.

/əˈsɛm.bəl/ [assemble]

[verb] To bring together or gather into one place, company, or body.

/əˈsɛmbəld/ [assembled]

[verb] Brought together into one place or group; gathered.

/əˈsɜːrt/ [assert]

[verb] To state a fact or belief confidently and forcefully.

/əˈsɪstəns/ [assistance]

[noun] The action of helping someone; help or support.

/əˈsɔːtɪd/ [assorted]

[adjective] Consisting of various different sorts or kinds put together; mixed or diverse.

/əˈʃʊr.əns/ [assurance]

[noun] A positive declaration intended to give confidence; a promise or pledge.

/əˈstaʊnd/ [astound]

[verb] To shock or greatly surprise someone with awe or disbelief.

/əˈstjuːt/ [astute]

[adjective] Having or showing an ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one's advantage.

/əˈsaɪ.ləm/ [asylum]

[noun] The protection granted by a nation to someone who has left their native country as a political refugee.

/ət ə ˈdɪstəns frəm/ [at a distance from]

[idiom] Located or positioned with a significant amount of space separating one thing from another; physically or figuratively removed.

/əˈtoʊn.mənt/ [atonement]

[noun] The action of making amends for a wrong or injury; reparation or expiation.

/əˈtætʃ/ [attach]

[verb] To fasten, join, or connect something to something else.