English to English Dictionary

/ˈmiː.ni/ [meany]

[noun] An unkind, spiteful, or ungenerous person.

/ˈmɛʒərmənt ɪˈkwɪvələns ˈkwɛstʃən/ [measurement equivalence question]

[noun] A methodological inquiry or statistical test used to determine whether a psychometric instrument or survey item functions identically across different groups, ensuring that observed differences in scores reflect actual differences in the construct rather than bias in the measurement tool.

/ˈmɛʒ.ərmənt ˈɛr.ər/ [measurement error]

[noun] The difference between a measured value of a quantity and its true value, resulting from limitations in instruments, human observation, or environmental factors.

/ˈmɛʒərmənt ˌɪnˈvɛəriəns/ [measurement invariance]

[noun] A statistical property of a measurement instrument indicating that the same construct is being measured in the same way across different groups or occasions, ensuring that differences in observed scores reflect true differences in the underlying construct rather than bias.

/ˈmɛʒ.ər.mənt ˈpær.ə.ti/ [measurement parity]

[noun] The statistical property of an assessment or measurement tool ensuring that it yields equivalent scores for individuals of equal ability or standing, regardless of their membership in different demographic groups.

/məˈkæn.ɪ.kəl.i/ [mechanically]

[adverb] In a way that relates to machines or is performed without conscious thought or emotion, as if by a machine.

/ˈmɛd.lɪŋ/ [meddling]

[noun] The act of interfering in or busybodying with the affairs of others, especially when unwanted.

/ˈmɛdi/ [meddy]

[adjective] Relating to medicine, medical training, or having characteristics reminiscent of a medical student or environment.

/ˈmiː.di.ə/ [media]

[noun] The main mass communication channels (television, radio, newspapers, and the internet) regarded collectively.

/ˈmiːdiə tʊər/ [media tour]

[noun] A series of scheduled interviews, appearances, and promotional events conducted by an individual or group across multiple locations to gain publicity through news outlets.

/ˈmiːdiˌeɪtər/ [mediator]

[noun] A person who attempts to make people involved in a conflict come to an agreement; an independent third party that helps resolve differences.

/ˈmɛdɪkəl ˈmɑːrkər/

[noun] A biological molecule, gene, or characteristic that indicates the presence of a disease, a specific physiological state, or a response to a therapeutic intervention.

/ˈmɛd.ɪ.teɪt/ [meditate]

[verb] To engage in mental exercise, such as concentration on one's breathing or repetition of a mantra, for the purpose of reaching a heightened level of spiritual awareness or mental calm.

/ˈmiːtɪŋ/ [meeting]

[noun] An assembly of people for a common purpose, such as to discuss business, exchange information, or make decisions.

/ˈmɛl.ənˌkɒl.i/ [melancholy]

[noun] A deep, pensive, and long-lasting state of sadness, typically with no obvious cause.

/ˈmɛl.ə.nɪn/ [melanin]

[noun] A dark brown to black pigment occurring in the hair, skin, and iris of the eye in people and animals, responsible for tanning of skin exposed to sunlight.

/ˈmɛlənoʊ/ [melano]

[noun] A combining form or prefix used in scientific and medical contexts to refer to something dark, black, or pigmented with melanin.

/ˈmɛloʊ/ [mellow]

[adjective] Pleasantly smooth, soft, or free from harshness, typically describing a sound, flavor, or light.