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Showing 18 of 361 words/ˌsaɪˈfaɪ ˌɛsˈθɛtɪk/ [sci-fi aesthetic]
[noun] A visual style, design language, or cultural motif inspired by science fiction, typically featuring futuristic technology, sleek machinery, neon lights, space exploration themes, or dystopian elements.
/ˈsaɪ.əns/ [science]
[noun] The systematic study of the structure and behavior of the physical and natural world through observation, experimentation, and the testing of theories against the evidence obtained.
/ˌsaɪənˈtɪfɪk ˈkælkjʊleɪtər/ [scientific calculator]
[noun] An electronic handheld device designed to perform complex mathematical, scientific, and engineering calculations, typically including functions for trigonometry, logarithms, and powers.
/ˈskɒfərz/ [scoffers]
[noun] Plural form of scoffer: people who deride, mock, or speak about someone or something in a way that shows disrespect or contempt.
/skoʊld/ [scold]
[verb] To rebuke or reprimand someone angrily or severely.
/ˈskoʊldɪŋ/ [scolding]
[noun] An act of rebuking or reprimanding someone severely.
/ˈskɔːrtʃɪz/ [scorches]
[verb] To burn the surface of something with flame or heat, causing discoloration or damage.
/skɔːr/ [score]
[noun] The number of points, goals, runs, etc., achieved by a team or competitor in a game or match.
/ˈskɔːr.bɔːrd/ [scoreboard]
[noun] A large board or electronic display that shows the score and other related statistics of a game or competitive event.
/ˈskɔːr.kɑːrd/ [scorecard]
[noun] A card or document used for recording the score or progress of a game, match, or the performance of an individual or organization against specific criteria.
/ˈskræbjʊləs/ [scrabulous]
[adjective] Resembling or characteristic of an online version of the board game Scrabble; informally used to describe something remarkably clever or enjoyable in a way reminiscent of word games.
/skrætʃ/ [scratch]
[verb] To rub or scrape the skin with one's fingernails or claws, usually to relieve itching.
/ˈskruːˌdraɪ.vər/ [screwdriver]
[noun] A hand tool with a shaped tip that fits into the head of a screw to turn it.
/skruːd/ [screwed]
[adjective] In a difficult, unfortunate, or inescapable predicament; ruined or doomed.
/ˈskrʌbi/ [scrubby]
[adjective] Small, stunted, or inferior in size or quality; often used to describe vegetation or animals.
/ˈskruː.tɪ.naɪz/ [scrutinize]
[verb] To examine or inspect someone or something closely and thoroughly.
/ˈskuː.bə ˌdaɪ.vər/ [scuba diver]
[noun] A person who swims underwater using a self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (scuba) to breathe.
/ˈskʌr.i/ [scurry]
[verb] To move hurriedly with short, quick steps.