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B2 noun, verb /ˈædɪkt/ (noun), /əˈdɪkt/ (verb)

addict

adicto
Meaning
a person who is unable to stop using a harmful substance or doing something harmful; to cause someone to become dependent on something
Example
He is a video game addict who spends hours playing every day.
Él es un adicto a los videojuegos que pasa horas jugando todos los días.
C1 noun /əˌlɪtəˈreɪʃən/

alliteration

aliteración
Meaning
the occurrence of the same consonant sound at the beginning of words in close succession
Example
She used alliteration in her poem to add musicality.
Ella usó aliteración en su poema para agregar musicalidad.
A1 pronoun /ˈɛnɪθɪŋ/

anything

cualquier cosa
Meaning
any object, event, or matter; whatever thing
Example
You can ask me anything about the project.
Puedes preguntarme cualquier cosa sobre el proyecto.
C2 verb /əˈkriːt/

accrete

acumularse
Meaning
to grow or increase gradually by accumulation or addition
Example
Dust particles accrete over time to form larger celestial bodies.
Las partículas de polvo se acumulan con el tiempo para formar cuerpos celestes más grandes.
C2 noun /ˈɔːldərmənʃɪp/

aldermanship

cargo de concejal
Meaning
The office, position, or dignity of an alderman.
Example
He was honored with aldermanship after years of service.
Fue honrado con el cargo de concejal después de años de servicio.
C1 noun /ˈɑːrdər/

ardor

pasión, entusiasmo
Meaning
Great enthusiasm or passion.
Example
She spoke with ardor about her new project.
Ella habló con ardor sobre su nuevo proyecto.
B2 noun /ˈædvərtaɪzər/

advertiser

anunciante
Meaning
a person or company that advertises a product, service, or event
Example
The advertiser paid millions for a Super Bowl commercial spot.
El anunciante pagó millones por un anuncio en el Super Bowl.
B2 adjective /æʃ ˈkʌl.ər/

Ash-colour

color ceniza
Meaning
a grayish color resembling ash
Example
The old building had ash-colour walls that needed painting.
El edificio viejo tenía paredes de color ceniza que necesitaban pintura.
C1 adjective /ˌæprɪˈhɛnsɪv/

apprehensive

ansioso
Meaning
feeling anxious or fearful that something bad will happen
Example
He was apprehensive about starting a new job in a foreign country.
Estaba ansioso por comenzar un nuevo trabajo en un país extranjero.
C2 noun /ˈæpəfθɛm/

apophthegm

dicho o refrán corto, ingenioso y educativo
Meaning
A short, pithy, and instructive saying or maxim.
Example
She always had a witty apophthegm to share at meetings.
Ella siempre tenía un apofema ingenioso para compartir en las reuniones.
B2 noun /əˈkjuːzd/

accused

acusado
Meaning
a person who has been charged with a crime
Example
The accused pleaded not guilty in court.
El acusado se declaró no culpable en la corte.
C2 noun /ˈɔːldərmən/

alderman

miembro del consejo municipal
Meaning
An elected member of a municipal council in certain cities and towns.
Example
The alderman proposed a new plan for community parks.
El concejal propuso un nuevo plan para los parques comunitarios.
C1 verb /əˈbaʊnd/

abound

abundar
Meaning
To exist in large numbers or amounts.
Example
Opportunities abound in the field of technology.
Las oportunidades abundan en el campo de la tecnología.
C1 noun /ˈæltoʊ/

alto

alto (una voz de canto de adulto)
Meaning
the second highest adult singing voice, between soprano and tenor
Example
She sang the alto part in the choir beautifully.
Ella cantaba la parte del alto en el coro hermosamente.
A2 noun (plural) /ædz/

ads

anuncios
Meaning
short for advertisements; promotional messages intended to sell products or services
Example
I often skip ads when watching videos online.
A menudo salto los anuncios cuando veo videos en línea.
C2 noun /ˌæd.ʌmˈbreɪ.ʃən/

adumbration

presagio vago
Meaning
a vague foreshadowing or symbolic representation of something
Example
The play offers an adumbration of the political unrest to come.
La obra ofrece un presagio vago del malestar político que se avecina.
B2 noun (plural) /ˈɑːrtɪˌfæks/

artifacts

artefactos
Meaning
objects made by humans, often of historical or cultural importance
Example
Archaeologists discovered valuable artifacts in the ruins.
Los arqueólogos descubrieron artefactos valiosos en las ruinas.
C2 noun /ˈæntɪk/

antic

payasada
Meaning
a playful, funny, or silly act or gesture
Example
The children laughed at the clown’s antics.
Los niños se rieron de las payasadas del payaso.
C1 noun, adjective /ˌæntiˈsɛptɪk/

antiseptic

antiséptico
Meaning
A substance that prevents the growth of disease-causing microorganisms; clean and free from germs.
Example
The nurse applied an antiseptic to the wound.
La enfermera aplicó un antiséptico a la herida.
B1 adverb /ˌɔːtəˈmætɪkli/

automatically

automáticamente
Meaning
without human control or intervention; done by itself
Example
The door closes automatically after you enter.
La puerta se cierra automáticamente después de que entras.
B2 verb /əˈsɛmbəl/

assemble

reunir
Meaning
to gather or bring together in one place
Example
The students assembled in the hall for the meeting.
los estudiantes se reunieron en el salón para la reunión.
C1 noun /ˌæɡ.rəˈveɪ.ʃən/

aggravation

agravamiento, empeoramiento
Meaning
The act of making a situation worse or the state of being worsened.
Example
The delay caused great aggravation for the passengers.
El retraso causó gran agravio para los pasajeros.
C1 adjective /ɑːrˈkeɪɪk/

archaic

arcaico
Meaning
very old or old-fashioned; belonging to an earlier time
Example
Some laws are considered archaic and no longer relevant.
Algunas leyes se consideran arcaicas y ya no son relevantes.
A2 adverb /əˈbrɔːd/

Abroad

en el extranjero
Meaning
in or to a foreign country
Example
She decided to study abroad for a year.
Ella decidió estudiar en el extranjero durante un año.
C1 adjective eɪˈsɪŋ.krə.nəs

asynchronous

asíncrono
Meaning
Of or requiring a form of computer control timing protocol in which a specific operation begins upon receipt of an indication that the preceding operation has been completed.
Example
Asynchronous courses allow students to learn at their own pace.
Los cursos asincrónicos permiten a los estudiantes aprender a su propio ritmo.
C2 noun /ˈɛərəˌstæt/

aerostat

aerostato
Meaning
A lighter-than-air craft, such as a balloon, that is lifted by gas.
Example
The military used an aerostat for surveillance over the border.
El ejército usó un aerostato para vigilancia sobre la frontera.
C2 adjective /ˌæf.əˈrɪs.tɪk/

aphoristic

estilo aforístico
Meaning
expressed in the style of a short, witty saying
Example
Her writing style is concise and aphoristic.
Su estilo de escritura es conciso y aforístico.
C1 noun /ˈæbdəmən/

abdomen

abdomen
Meaning
The part of the body below the chest and above the hips that contains the stomach and other organs.
Example
He complained of pain in his abdomen.
Él se quejó de dolor en su abdomen.
C1 adjective ˌæv.ɒ̃ˈɡɑːd

avant-garde

vanguardista
Meaning
New and experimental; characterized by departure from or rejection of accepted standards.
Example
Avant-garde designs redefine the dining experience.
Los diseños vanguardistas redefinen la experiencia culinaria.
B2 adjective + noun অ্যাডভার্স ইমপ্যাক্ট

adverse impact

impacto adverso
Meaning
A negative or harmful effect or influence on something.
Example
Long screen time has an adverse impact on hand muscles.
Mucho tiempo frente a la pantalla tiene un impacto adverso en los músculos de las manos.
C2 noun /əˈpɜːrtənənsɪz/

appurtenances

pertenencias
Meaning
Additional items or accessories associated with something, often used in a legal or property context.
Example
The house was sold along with all its appurtenances, including the garage and garden.
La casa fue vendida junto con todas sus pertenencias, incluyendo el garaje y el jardín.
B2 adjective /əbˈsɜːrd/

absurd

absurdo, irracional
Meaning
wildly unreasonable, illogical, or inappropriate
Example
It is absurd to think that the earth is flat.
Es absurdo pensar que la Tierra es plana.
B1 verb /əˈtʃiːv/

achieve

lograr
Meaning
to successfully bring about or reach a desired goal or result
Example
She worked hard to achieve her dream of becoming a doctor.
Ella trabajó duro para lograr su sueño de convertirse en doctora.
A2 verb /ˈɑːrɡjuː/

argue

discutir
Meaning
to have a disagreement; to present reasons for or against
Example
They often argue about politics.
Ellos a menudo discuten sobre política.
B2 adjective, noun /ədˈvaɪzəri/

advisory

asesor
Meaning
(adjective) having the power to give advice but not to make sure that it is followed; (noun) an official announcement containing information or a warning
Example
The committee serves in an advisory capacity to the board of directors.
El comité sirve en una capacidad asesora para la junta directiva.
B2 noun əˌkjuː.mjəˈleɪ.ʃən

accumulation

acumulación
Meaning
The gradual gathering or collecting of something over time.
Example
The accumulation of dust affects appliance efficiency.
La acumulación de polvo afecta la eficiencia de los electrodomésticos.
C2 verb /əbˈskɒnd/

abscond

fugarse
Meaning
to leave secretly and quickly, often to avoid arrest or punishment
Example
The thief tried to abscond with the stolen jewelry.
El ladrón intentó fugarse con las joyas robadas.
C2 adjective /ˈæpəzɪt/

apposite

apropiado
Meaning
highly appropriate or relevant to what is being discussed
Example
Her remark was particularly apposite to the situation.
Su comentario fue particularmente apropiado para la situación.
B1 noun ədˈvɛnʧər ˈsiːkərz

Adventure Seekers

buscadores de aventuras
Meaning
People who actively look for exciting and potentially risky activities or experiences.
Example
Sajek Valley is a popular destination for adventure seekers.
El Valle de Sajek es un destino popular para los buscadores de aventuras.
B2 noun, verb /ˈædvɜːrt/

advert

anuncio
Meaning
(noun) a notice or announcement in a public medium promoting a product, service, or event; (verb) to refer to something in speaking or writing
Example
The company placed an advert in the newspaper for the new position.
La compañía colocó un anuncio en el periódico para el nuevo puesto.
B2 verb /əˈkweɪnt/

acquaint

familiarizar
Meaning
to make someone familiar with something; to inform or introduce
Example
Please acquaint yourself with the safety guidelines before operating the machine.
Por favor, familiarícese con las pautas de seguridad antes de operar la máquina.
B2 adverb /ɔːˈθentɪkli/

authentically

auténticamente
Meaning
in a genuine, real, or true manner; in a way that reflects true character or origin
Example
She speaks authentically about her experiences.
Ella habla auténticamente sobre sus experiencias.
B2 verb /əˈkʌstəm/

accustom

acostumbrar
Meaning
to make someone familiar with something through regular experience or use
Example
It took him a while to accustom himself to the new environment.
Le tomó un tiempo acostumbrarse al nuevo entorno.
C1 noun /əˈboʊd/

abode

morada
Meaning
a place of residence; a home
Example
They invited us to their humble abode.
Nos invitaron a su humilde morada.
C2 noun /ˈænɪməs/

animus

animosidad / propósito
Meaning
A strong feeling of hostility; motivation or purpose behind an action.
Example
His speech was driven by animus against the policy.
Su discurso fue impulsado por animosidad contra la política.
B2 noun ˈæsɛt

asset

activo
Meaning
A useful or valuable thing, person, or quality.
Example
Real estate is one of the most valuable assets.
El bienes raíces es uno de los activos más valiosos.
B1 noun /ˈædvərˌtaɪzɪŋ/

advertising

publicidad
Meaning
the activity of producing advertisements for products or services
Example
The company spends millions on advertising every year.
La empresa gasta millones en publicidad cada año.
B2 verb /ˈælaɪ/

ally

aliado
Meaning
To unite or form a connection or partnership with another person, group, or nation.
Example
The two countries decided to ally against their common enemy.
Los dos países decidieron aliarse contra su enemigo común.
C2 noun /əˈpɒstəsi/

apostasy

apostasía
Meaning
The abandonment or renunciation of a religious or political belief.
Example
His public apostasy shocked his followers.
Su apostasía pública sorprendió a sus seguidores.
C1 noun /ˌædməˈnɪʃən/

admonition

amonestación
Meaning
a firm warning or reprimand; gentle or earnest advice
Example
He received an admonition for his careless work.
Él recibió una amonestación por su trabajo descuidado.
B1 noun /əkˈsɛptəns/

acceptance

aceptación
Meaning
the act of agreeing to receive or undertake something offered
Example
Her acceptance of the award was met with applause.
Su aceptación del premio fue recibida con aplausos.
C1 noun /əˈsɛnʃən/

ascension

ascensión
Meaning
The act of rising or going up, often to an important position or a higher place.
Example
His rapid ascension in the company surprised everyone.
Su rápida ascensión en la empresa sorprendió a todos.
A2 noun ækt

act

ley
Meaning
A written law passed by a legislative body.
Example
The act was passed in 2023.
La ley fue aprobada en 2023.
B2 noun /əˈsɜːʃən/

assertion

afirmación
Meaning
a confident and forceful statement of fact or belief
Example
Her assertion that she was right was met with silence.
Su afirmación de que tenía razón fue recibida con silencio.
B1 noun /ədˈvæns/

Advance

avance; desarrollo; pago por adelantado
Meaning
progress or development; movement forward; money paid before it is due
Example
Technology has made great advances in recent years.
La tecnología ha logrado grandes avances en los últimos años.
B2 noun ˌæn.tiˈɒk.sɪ.dənt

antioxidant

antioxidante
Meaning
A substance that may prevent or delay some types of cell damage by neutralizing free radicals.
Example
Green tea contains powerful antioxidants that slow aging.
El té verde contiene poderosos antioxidantes que ralentizan el envejecimiento.
A2 verb /əˈtækt/

attacked

atacó
Meaning
physically or verbally assaulted someone or something; launched an aggressive action against a target
Example
The soldiers attacked the enemy at dawn.
Los soldados atacaron al enemigo al amanecer.
A2 verb /əˈfɔːrd/

afford

permitirse
Meaning
to have enough money to buy; to be able to spare
Example
I can't afford a new car right now.
No puedo permitirme un coche nuevo ahora.
B2 noun /eɪk/

Ache

dolor
Meaning
a continuous or prolonged dull pain in a part of one's body
Example
He had a terrible headache after working late.
Tuvo un terrible dolor de cabeza después de trabajar hasta tarde.
B2 noun /əkˌseləˈreɪʃən/

acceleration

aceleración
Meaning
the rate at which velocity changes over time; the act of speeding up
Example
The car showed rapid acceleration as it entered the highway.
El coche mostró una aceleración rápida al entrar en la autopista.
C2 noun ˌæb.əˈreɪ.ʃən

aberration

aberración, desviación, anomalía
Meaning
A departure from what is normal, usual, or expected, typically one that is unwelcome.
Example
The scientist dismissed the data as an aberration.
El científico desestimó los datos como una aberración.
A1 adjective /ˈæŋ.ɡri/

Angry

enfadado; iracundo;
Meaning
feeling or showing strong displeasure; furious; irritated
Example
She was angry because someone had broken her favorite vase.
Ella estaba enojada porque alguien rompió su jarrón favorito.
C1 adjective /əˈkɪn/

akin

similar
Meaning
Of similar character or related by blood.
Example
His reaction was akin to shock.
Su reacción fue similar a un shock.
A1 determiner/pronoun /əˈnʌðər/

another

otro
Meaning
one more person or thing of the same type
Example
Can I have another cup of tea?
¿Puedo tener otro vaso de té?
B2 verb /əˈveɪl/

avail

aprovechar
Meaning
to make use of something; to be of use or benefit
Example
You should avail yourself of this opportunity.
Deberías aprovechar esta oportunidad.
C1 adjective ɔːɡˈmen.tɪd

augmented

aumentado, mejorado, ampliado
Meaning
having been made greater in size or value.
Example
The new software provided augmented reality features.
El nuevo software proporcionó características de realidad aumentada.
B1 noun /ˈælkəhɒl/

alcohol

alcohol
Meaning
A colorless volatile liquid that is the intoxicating constituent of wine, beer, spirits, and other drinks.
Example
Too much alcohol can damage your liver.
Demasiado alcohol puede dañar tu hígado.
C2 adjective /əˈluːsɪv/

allusive

alusivo
Meaning
Making indirect references or hints; suggestive without being explicit.
Example
The novel is full of allusive passages that point to classical literature.
La novela está llena de pasajes alusivos que apuntan a la literatura clásica.
B2 verb /əˈkʌmpəni/

accompany

acompañar
Meaning
to go somewhere with someone as a companion or escort
Example
She asked her friend to accompany her to the concert.
Ella le pidió a su amiga que la acompañara al concierto.
C2 verb /ˈɔːltərˌkeɪt/

altercate

discutir
Meaning
to argue or dispute angrily or noisily
Example
The neighbors began to altercate over the boundary wall.
Los vecinos comenzaron a discutir sobre la pared del límite.
C2 adjective /əˈpɒ.krɪ.fəl/

apocryphal

dudoso
Meaning
Of doubtful authenticity, though widely circulated as true.
Example
The story about him saving the village is probably apocryphal.
La historia de él salvando el pueblo probablemente es dudosa.
B1 noun /ˌæplɪˈkeɪʃən/

application

solicitud / aplicación / software
Meaning
a formal request for something; the act of putting something into operation; or a software program
Example
She submitted her application for the scholarship.
Ella presentó su solicitud para la beca.
C2 noun /ˈæktʃuˌɛri/

actuary

actuario
Meaning
A professional who analyzes financial risk using mathematics, statistics, and financial theory, especially in insurance and pensions.
Example
The actuary calculated the risk before finalizing the insurance policy.
El actuario calculó el riesgo antes de finalizar la póliza de seguro.
C2 noun /ˌæprəˈbeɪʃən/

approbation

aprobación / elogio
Meaning
approval or praise
Example
The plan won the approbation of the board members.
El plan ganó la aprobación de los miembros del consejo.
B1 noun /əˈnaʊnsmənt/

announcement

anuncio
Meaning
a public or formal statement giving information
Example
The principal made an important announcement about the new schedule.
El director hizo un anuncio importante sobre el nuevo horario.
B2 adjective /ˈɑːrbɪˌtrɛri/

arbitrary

arbitrario
Meaning
based on random choice or personal whim, rather than reason or system
Example
The teacher's arbitrary grading upset many students.
La calificación arbitraria del profesor molestó a muchos estudiantes.
C1 noun /ˈæl.kə.laɪ/

alkali

alcalino
Meaning
a soluble base substance, typically with a pH greater than 7, that neutralizes acids
Example
Soap contains alkali which helps remove grease.
El jabón contiene alcalino que ayuda a quitar la grasa.
B1 noun /əˈtæʧmənt/

attachment

apego
Meaning
a strong feeling of affection or connection
Example
The attachment he felt to his hometown was undeniable.
El apego que sentía por su ciudad natal era innegable.
B2 noun ˈæn.ɪk.doʊt

anecdote

una historia corta e interesante utilizada en discursos o escritos
Meaning
A short interesting story used in speeches or writing.
Example
A well-placed anecdote makes a speech more relatable.
Una anécdota bien colocada hace que un discurso sea más relatable.
C1 adjective /ɔːlˈmaɪ.ti/

Almighty

todopoderoso
Meaning
having unlimited power; omnipotent
Example
The almighty storm destroyed everything in its path.
El todopoderoso tormenta destruyó todo en su camino.
A1 conjunction /ænd/

and

y
Meaning
Used to connect words or sentences that are to be taken jointly.
Example
She bought apples and oranges.
Ella compró manzanas y naranjas.
A2 noun /ˈɔːtəm/

autumn

otoño
Meaning
the season between summer and winter, when leaves fall from trees
Example
The trees look beautiful in autumn, with colorful leaves falling.
Los árboles se ven hermosos en otoño, con hojas de colores cayendo.
B1 noun /ˈædʒɪktɪv/

adjective

adjetivo
Meaning
a word that describes or modifies a noun by giving more information about its quality, quantity, or state
Example
The adjective in the sentence adds more detail to the noun.
El adjetivo añade información al sustantivo.
C1 noun/verb /ˈætrəfi/

atrophy

atrofia
Meaning
a decrease in size or wasting away of a body part, tissue, or ability due to lack of use
Example
Without regular exercise, muscles may atrophy over time.
Sin ejercicio regular, los músculos pueden atrofiarse con el tiempo.
C2 noun /ˌæntiˈsaɪkloʊn/

anticyclone

anticiclón
Meaning
A weather system with high atmospheric pressure at its center, usually bringing calm and clear conditions.
Example
An anticyclone brought sunny weather across the region.
Un anticiclón trajo clima soleado en toda la región.
C1 noun /ˈɔːnɪŋ/

awning

toldo
Meaning
a sheet of canvas or material stretched on a frame to shelter a place from the sun or rain
Example
We sat under the awning to avoid the heavy rain.
Nos sentamos debajo del toldo para evitar la lluvia intensa.
C2 verb /əˈbrɪdʒ/

abridge

abreviar
Meaning
to shorten a text without losing its meaning
Example
The editor decided to abridge the long novel for young readers.
El editor decidió abreviar la larga novela para los jóvenes lectores.
C1 noun /ˌæktʃuˈæləti/

actuality

actualidad
Meaning
The state of existing in reality rather than in appearance or imagination.
Example
The movie was based on historical actuality.
La película estaba basada en la actualidad histórica.
B2 verb əˈlaɪn.ɪŋ

aligning

alinear
Meaning
Placing or arranging things in a straight line or in correct relative positions.
Example
Aligning education with global standards is vital.
Alinear la educación con los estándares globales es vital.
B2 adjective /ˌærəˈmætɪk/

aromatic

aromático
Meaning
Having a pleasant and distinctive smell.
Example
The chef used aromatic herbs to flavor the dish.
El chef utilizó hierbas aromáticas para dar sabor al plato.
A2 verb /ˈædɪd/

added

añadido
Meaning
to join something to something else to increase its size, number, or amount
Example
She added sugar to her coffee.
Ella añadió azúcar a su café.
B2 noun /eɪd/

aide

asistente
Meaning
An assistant or helper, especially to an important person.
Example
The senator’s aide organized the meeting with journalists.
El asistente del senador organizó la reunión con los periodistas.
C2 noun /əbˈdʌktər/

abductor

secuestrador
Meaning
a person who kidnaps or forcibly takes someone away
Example
The police arrested the abductor after a nationwide search.
La policía arrestó al secuestrador después de una larga búsqueda.
B1 adverb /ˈæŋɡrɪli/

angrily

enojadamente
Meaning
in a manner showing anger or strong displeasure
Example
She spoke angrily when she heard the news.
Ella habló enojadamente cuando escuchó la noticia.
C1 noun /ænˈtæɡənɪzəm/

antagonism

antagonismo
Meaning
active hostility or opposition
Example
There was clear antagonism between the two political parties.
Había un claro antagonismo entre los dos partidos políticos.
C2 noun /ˈæn.əlz/

annals

anales
Meaning
Historical records of events, usually arranged chronologically.
Example
Her name will be remembered in the annals of science.
Su nombre será recordado en los anales de la ciencia.
C2 adverb /əˈsɪdʒuəsli/

assiduously

asiduamente
Meaning
with great care and persistence
Example
He worked assiduously to complete the project before the deadline.
Trabajó asiduamente para completar el proyecto antes de la fecha límite.
C2 adjective /əˈvʌŋkjələr/

avuncular

amable como un tío
Meaning
kind and friendly, like an uncle
Example
He had an avuncular manner that made everyone feel comfortable.
Él tenía una manera avuncular que hacía sentir cómodos a todos.
C2 verb /ˌæntɪˈsiːd/

antecede

preceder
Meaning
to come before in time or order
Example
A short introduction usually antecedes the main text.
Una introducción corta generalmente antecede al texto principal.
C1 noun /əˈrɪəz/

arrears

deuda pendiente
Meaning
Money that is owed and should have been paid earlier.
Example
She was months in arrears with her electricity bill.
Estaba meses en deuda con su factura de electricidad.
A2 verb /əˈraɪv/

arrive

llegar
Meaning
to reach a destination; to come to a place
Example
The train will arrive at the station in ten minutes.
El tren llegará a la estación en diez minutos.
C2 verb /ˈæntɪdeɪtɪd/

antedated

fechado anteriormente
Meaning
assigned to an earlier date than the actual one; happened earlier
Example
The letter was antedated to appear more official.
La carta fue antedatada para parecer más oficial.
C2 verb /əˈkɒst/

accost

abordar de manera agresiva
Meaning
to approach and speak to someone boldly or aggressively
Example
The reporter was accosted by protesters outside the courthouse.
El reportero fue acosado por los manifestantes fuera del tribunal.
C1 verb /əˈmæs/

amass

acumular
Meaning
to gather together or accumulate over a period of time
Example
He managed to amass a fortune through wise investments.
Logró acumular una fortuna a través de inversiones sabias.
C1 adjective /ˈæmərəs/

amorous

amoroso
Meaning
Showing, feeling, or relating to romantic love or desire.
Example
He sent her an amorous letter filled with declarations of love.
Él le envió una carta amorosa llena de declaraciones de amor.
A2 noun /əˈɡriː.mənts/

agreements

acuerdos
Meaning
Formal arrangements or understandings between two or more parties.
Example
Agreements strengthen partnerships.
Los acuerdos fortalecen las asociaciones.
C1 noun /ɔːˈdæs.ə.ti/

audacity

osadía
Meaning
The willingness to take bold risks; boldness or fearlessness.
Example
His audacity to question authority was admirable.
Su osadía para cuestionar la autoridad era admirable.
B2 noun ˈæmbɪəns

ambience

ambiente
Meaning
The character and atmosphere of a place.
Example
The restaurant's ambience was relaxed and inviting, perfect for a casual dinner.
El ambiente del restaurante era relajado e invitante, perfecto para una cena casual.
C1 noun /ˌæntɪˈsiːdənt/

antecedent

antecedente
Meaning
something that came before; a previous event, condition, or cause
Example
The cultural antecedents of this festival go back centuries.
Los antecedentes culturales de este festival datan de siglos atrás.
B2 noun /ˈænθəm/

anthem

himno
Meaning
A song that is identified with a particular group, movement, or nation, often expressing pride or unity.
Example
The national anthem was played before the football match.
El himno nacional se tocó antes del partido de fútbol.
C2 noun /ˌænəlˈdʒiːziə/

analgesia

analgesia
Meaning
The inability to feel pain while still conscious.
Example
The doctor induced analgesia before performing the procedure.
El doctor indujo la analgesia antes de realizar el procedimiento.
C2 adjective /əˈsɛt.ɪk/

ascetic

ascético
Meaning
Practicing strict self-denial and abstaining from worldly pleasures, often for religious reasons.
Example
He lived an ascetic life in the mountains, far from worldly comforts.
Vivió una vida ascética en las montañas, alejado de las comodidades mundanas.
C2 noun /ˌɑːrtʃˈdiːkən/

archdeacon

archidiácono
Meaning
A senior clergyman in the Christian Church ranking below a bishop.
Example
The archdeacon assisted the bishop in administrative duties.
El archidiácono ayudó al obispo en los deberes administrativos.
C2 noun /əˈkʌmpənɪst/

accompanist

acompañante
Meaning
A person who plays a musical instrument to support a singer or another musician.
Example
The pianist served as the accompanist for the singer during the concert.
El pianista actuó como acompañante del cantante durante el concierto.
C2 adverb /əˈsʌndər/

asunder

en pedazos
Meaning
into separate parts; apart
Example
The ancient empire was torn asunder by war.
El antiguo imperio fue destrozado por la guerra.
C1 verb /əˈpreɪz/

appraise

evaluar
Meaning
to evaluate the value, quality, or importance of something
Example
The jeweler appraised the diamond before buying it.
El joyero evaluó el diamante antes de comprarlo.
C2 noun /ˌær.əˈbesk/

arabesque

diseño ornamentado
Meaning
a complex, ornate design featuring intertwined flowing lines, often used in architecture or ballet poses
Example
The ceiling was decorated with delicate arabesque patterns.
El techo estaba decorado con delicados patrones de arabesco.
C2 noun /ˈeɪ.viˌɛr.i/

aviary

aviario
Meaning
a large enclosure for keeping birds
Example
The zoo built a new aviary for exotic parrots.
El zoológico construyó un nuevo aviario para los loros exóticos.
C1 adverb /ɔːˈtɒnəməsli/

autonomously

de forma autónoma
Meaning
In an independent or self-governing manner.
Example
The robot can operate autonomously without human intervention.
El robot puede operar de forma autónoma sin intervención humana.
C2 adjective /ɔːˈrɪfərəs/

auriferous

aurífero
Meaning
Containing or producing gold.
Example
The miners discovered an auriferous vein in the mountains.
Los mineros descubrieron una veta aurífera en las montañas.
C1 noun /əˈliː.dʒəns/

allegiance

lealtad
Meaning
Loyalty or commitment of a subordinate to a superior or of an individual to a group or cause.
Example
Soldiers take an oath of allegiance to their country.
Los soldados hacen un juramento de lealtad a su país.