IPA: /bɪˈhoʊld/
KK: /bɪˈhoʊld/
Definition: To see or observe something, often used to draw attention to it.
Example: Behold the beauty of the sunset over the mountains.
Definition: To look at something or someone, often with admiration or wonder.
Example: As we reached the top of the mountain, we beheld a stunning view of the valley below.
IPA: /bɪˈhoʊldən/
KK: /bɪˈhoʊldən/
Definition: Having a duty to someone because of a favor or gift received; feeling grateful or indebted to another person.
Example: She felt beholden to her mentor for all the support he had given her during her studies.
IPA: /bɪˈhuːv/
KK: /bɪˈhuːv/
Definition: To be necessary or appropriate for someone to do something.
Example: It would behoove you to study for the exam if you want to pass.
Example: It behooves you to study hard if you want to pass the exam.
IPA: /bɪˈleɪbər/
KK: /bɪˈleɪbər/
Definition: To talk about something for too long or in too much detail, often making it boring or annoying.
Example: He tends to belabor his point during meetings, which makes them drag on.
Definition: To explain or discuss something in excessive detail or to criticize someone repeatedly.
Example: He tends to belabour his point during meetings, making it hard for others to contribute.
IPA: /bɪˈleɪtɪdnəs/
KK: /bɪˈleɪtɪdnəs/
Definition: The condition of being late or delayed in doing something.
Example: Her belatedness in submitting the report caused some issues for the team.
IPA: /bɪˈlɔːd/
KK: /bɪˈlɔd/
Definition: To praise someone or something very highly, often excessively.
Example: The critics belauded the artist's latest work as a masterpiece.
IPA: /bɪˈliːɡər/
KK: /bɪˈliːɡər/
Definition: To trouble or annoy someone repeatedly; to surround or besiege a place with troops.
Example: The town was beleaguered by enemy forces for several weeks.
IPA: /bɪˈliːɡərd/
KK: /bɪˈliːɡərd/
Definition: Experiencing a lot of problems or difficulties, often feeling overwhelmed or stressed.
Example: The beleaguered team struggled to meet their deadlines due to constant setbacks.
IPA: /bɪˈliːɡərmənt/
KK: /bɪˈliɡərmənt/
Definition: A situation where a place is surrounded and blocked, often in a military context, making it difficult for people to enter or leave.
Example: The city was under a beleaguerment, with troops surrounding it on all sides.
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