English Words Starting With V

• veto

  nounverbverb-transitiveB2
  /ˈviːtəʊ/the constitutional right to reject a decision or proposal made by a law-making body.
• vetted

  adjectiveverbC1
  /ˈvɛtɪd/To examine someone or something carefully and critically for suitability, especially for a specific role or purpose.
• vetting

  adjectivenounC1
  /ˈvetɪŋ/The process of carefully checking someone or something, especially for suitability or a particular role.
• vex

  verbverb-transitiveC1
  /vɛks/to cause annoyance, frustration, or worry, often through minor but persistent irritation.
• vexation

  nounC1/C2
  /vɛkˈseɪ.ʃən/The state of being annoyed, frustrated, or worried.
• vexillary

  adjectivenounRare / Highly Specialised
  /ˈvɛksɪləri/Relating to a standard-bearer or a flag.
• vexillographer

  nounVery Low
  /ˌvɛksɪˈlɒɡrəfə/A person who designs flags.
• vexillology

  nounRare
  /ˌvɛksɪˈlɒlədʒi/The study of flags.
• vexillum

  nounC2 (Very Low Frequency)
  /vɛkˈsɪləm/a small flag, banner, or standard, especially of ancient Roman cavalry or a military unit.
• vi apple

  nounA1
  /ˈæp.əl/A common round fruit with red, yellow, or green skin and firm white flesh.
• vi et armis

  nounC2
  /ˌviː ɛt ˈɑːmɪs/By force and arms; through the use of physical power or military strength.
• via

  nounprepositionC1
  /ˈvaɪə/by way of; through the medium or agency of
• via dolorosa

  nounC1/C2
  /ˌviːə ˌdɒləˈrəʊsə/A path or route marked by suffering, grief, or hardship; a series of painful experiences.
• via media

  nounC1/C2
  /ˌviːə ˈmiːdɪə/The middle way; a path of moderation between extremes.
• viability

  nounC1
  /ˌvaɪəˈbɪləti/The ability to work successfully or to continue existing; the state of being capable of living or developing.
• viaduct

  nounB2
  /ˈvaɪ.ə.dʌkt/A long bridge-like structure, typically consisting of a series of arches or spans, carrying a road or railway across a valley, river, or low-lying area.
• viagra

  nounC1
  /vɪˈæɡrə/A prescription drug used to treat erectile dysfunction in men.
• vial

  nounverb-transitiveC1
  /ˈvaɪəl/A small container, typically cylindrical and made of glass or plastic, used for holding liquid medicines, chemicals, or perfume.
• viand

  nounRare / Archaic
  /ˈvʌɪənd/An item of food, especially a choice or tasty dish.
• viangchan

  nounVery Low
  /viːˈæŋtʃæn/The capital and largest city of Laos.

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