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B1 noun /ˈlɪk.wɪd/

Liquid

líquido
Meaning
a substance that flows freely but is of constant volume, having a consistency like that of water or oil
Example
Water is a liquid at room temperature.
El agua es un líquido a temperatura ambiente.
C1 adjective /æmˈbɪvələnt/

ambivalent

ambivalente
Meaning
Having mixed or contradictory feelings about something or someone.
Example
She was ambivalent about accepting the new job offer.
Ella estaba ambivalente acerca de aceptar la nueva oferta de trabajo.
C1 verb məˈtæb.ə.laɪz

metabolize

procesar y utilizar alimentos para el crecimiento
Meaning
Process and use food for growth and to replace tissue, or process other substances in the body.
Example
The liver helps to metabolize toxins.
El hígado ayuda a metabolizar toxinas.
C1 noun /juːˈfɔː.ri.ə/

euphoria

euforia, alegría extrema, éxtasis
Meaning
A feeling or state of intense excitement and happiness; elation.
Example
Winning the championship brought a sense of euphoria.
Ganar el campeonato le dio una sensación de euforia.
A2 adjective /əˈnɔɪɪŋ/

annoying

molesto
Meaning
causing irritation or mild anger; bothersome or troublesome
Example
The constant noise from the street was extremely annoying.
El ruido constante de la calle fue extremadamente molesto.
C1 adjective /ʌnˈkleɪmd/

Unclaimed

no reclamado; no solicitado; abandonado o sin dueño
Meaning
not claimed by anyone; not demanded or requested; abandoned or ownerless
Example
The unclaimed luggage was stored in the airport's lost property department.
El equipaje no reclamado fue almacenado en el departamento de objetos perdidos del aeropuerto.
C2 noun /rɪˌnʌnsiˈeɪʃən/

renunciation

renuncia
Meaning
the formal rejection or giving up of something, usually a belief, claim, or way of life
Example
His renunciation of worldly pleasures impressed the monks.
Su renuncia a los placeres mundanos impresionó a los monjes.
C2 adjective /daɪˈæfənəs/

diaphanous

diáfano
Meaning
Light, delicate, and translucent.
Example
She wore a diaphanous dress that shimmered in the sunlight.
Ella llevaba un vestido diáfano que brillaba a la luz del sol.
C1 noun /ˌpriːməˈnɪʃən/ or /ˌprɛm-/

premonition

premonición
Meaning
a strong feeling that something is about to happen, often something negative
Example
She had a premonition of danger before the trip.
Ella tuvo una premonición de peligro antes del viaje.
C1 verb /ɪnˈvoʊk/

invoke

invocar
Meaning
to call upon a higher power, authority, or principle for help, support, or justification
Example
The lawyer invoked the constitution to defend his client.
El abogado invocó la constitución para defender a su cliente.
C1 noun kəˈlæt.ər.əl

collateral

garantía, prenda, activo ofrecido como respaldo de un préstamo
Meaning
Something pledged as security for repayment of a loan, to be forfeited in the event of a default.
Example
The bank requires collateral for loan approval.
El banco requiere garantía para la aprobación del préstamo.
C2 adjective /ˌstætʃuˈɛsk/

statuesque

de estatua
Meaning
Having the grace, beauty, or dignity of a statue; tall and attractively proportioned.
Example
She had a statuesque figure that turned heads wherever she went.
Ella tenía una figura de estatua que hacía que todos se giraran donde quiera que fuera.
C1 verb /jɜːrn/

yearn

anhelar
Meaning
to have a deep longing or desire for something
Example
She yearned for her homeland after living abroad for years.
Ella añoraba su tierra natal después de vivir en el extranjero durante años.
C1 noun /tɪnt/

tint

matiz
Meaning
a slight shade or variation of a color
Example
The walls were painted white with a slight blue tint.
Las paredes fueron pintadas de blanco con un ligero tinte azul.
C2 noun /ˈbaɪəˌɡræf/

biograph

biografía
Meaning
A written account of a person's life; an early motion-picture projector (historical use).
Example
The library holds an old biograph of the poet.
La biblioteca tiene una biografía antigua del poeta.
C1 adjective /ˈmaɪndləs/

mindless

sin sentido
Meaning
without thought or intelligence; done without consideration
Example
He was bored by the mindless tasks at work.
Estaba aburrido por las tareas sin sentido en el trabajo.
C1 noun /ˈmɒnəʊˌkʌltʃər/

monoculture

monocultura
Meaning
The agricultural practice of growing only one type of crop over a large area and for many consecutive years, which can lead to increased vulnerability to pests and diseases.
Example
Monoculture can lead to soil depletion and increased pest vulnerability.
La monocultura puede llevar a la desnutrición del suelo y aumentar la vulnerabilidad a las plagas.
C2 noun /ˈkæl.əm.ni/

Calumny

calumnia
Meaning
the making of false and defamatory statements about someone in order to damage their reputation
Example
The politician sued the newspaper for spreading calumny about his personal life.
El político demandó al periódico por difundir calumnias sobre su vida personal.
A2 adjective /ɪˌlɛkˈtrɒnɪk/

electronic

electrónico
Meaning
Operating with or produced by the use of electronic devices.
Example
She bought an electronic keyboard for her music lessons.
Ella compró un teclado electrónico para sus lecciones de música.
C2 noun /əˈmæl.ɡəm/

amalgam

mezcla
Meaning
a mixture or blend of different things
Example
The new policy is an amalgam of several previous laws.
La nueva política es una mezcla de varias leyes anteriores.
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.
C2 noun /ˈɛskwaɪər/

esquire

esquire
Meaning
A title of respect often used after a man's name, especially for lawyers in the United States.
Example
John Smith, Esquire, will be representing the client in court.
John Smith, Esquire, representará al cliente en la corte.
A2 adjective /ɪkˈsaɪtɪŋ/

exciting

emocionante
Meaning
Causing great enthusiasm and eagerness.
Example
The journey has been an exciting experience.
El viaje ha sido una experiencia emocionante.
C2 noun /ˈiːɡres/

egress

egreso
Meaning
The action of going out or leaving a place; an exit.
Example
The emergency door provided an egress for the trapped workers.
La puerta de emergencia proporcionó un egreso para los trabajadores atrapados.
C2 noun /ˌvɪvɪˈsɛkʃən/

vivisection

la práctica de realizar operaciones en animales vivos para la investigación científica
Meaning
the practice of performing operations on live animals for scientific research
Example
Vivisection has long been a controversial topic among scientists and animal rights activists.
La vivisección ha sido durante mucho tiempo un tema controvertido entre científicos y activistas por los derechos de los animales.
B2 noun /ˈfjuː.nər.əl/

Funeral

funeral
Meaning
a ceremony typically held shortly after a person's death, usually including burial or cremation
Example
Hundreds of people attended the funeral to pay their respects to the beloved teacher.
Cientos de personas asistieron al funeral para rendir homenaje al querido maestro.
B2 verb /ˈlaɪɪŋ/

lying

mentir
Meaning
the act of not telling the truth
Example
He was caught lying about his grades.
Lo atraparon mintiendo sobre sus calificaciones.
C1 noun /ˈwiː.vər/

Weaver

tejedor
Meaning
a person who makes cloth by interlacing threads on a loom
Example
The skilled weaver created intricate patterns on the silk fabric.
El hábil tejedor creó patrones intrincados en la tela de seda.
B2 verb /prɪˈveɪl/

prevail

prevalecer
Meaning
To prove more powerful or superior; to be widespread or common.
Example
Justice will always prevail over injustice.
La justicia siempre prevalecerá sobre la injusticia.
C1 verb /ˈmæɡnɪfaɪ/

magnify

magnificar
Meaning
to make something appear larger; to increase the importance or effect of something
Example
The microscope can magnify tiny objects for better observation.
El microscopio puede magnificar objetos pequeños para mejor observación.
C2 noun /ˈfærɪsiː/

pharisee

persona hipócrita
Meaning
A member of an ancient Jewish sect; by extension, a self-righteous or hypocritical person.
Example
He acted like a pharisee, judging others while ignoring his own faults.
Él actuó como un fariseo, juzgando a los demás mientras ignoraba sus propios errores.
C1 noun ˌɒb.səˈlɛs.əns

obsolescence

obsolescencia
Meaning
The process of becoming obsolete or outdated and no longer used.
Example
The rapid advancement of technology leads to the obsolescence of old devices.
El rápido avance de la tecnología provoca la obsolescencia de los dispositivos antiguos.
A1 adverb /ɔːf/

off

apagado
Meaning
away from a place, position, or time; not functioning
Example
He turned off the light before leaving the room.
Apagó la luz antes de salir de la habitación.
C1 adjective /ˌsɛlf ˈraɪtʃəs/

self-righteous

autojustificado
Meaning
Having or showing an attitude of moral superiority; believing one’s own beliefs are the only right ones.
Example
His self-righteous comments made everyone uncomfortable.
Sus comentarios autojustificados hicieron que todos se sintieran incómodos.
C1 verb /əˈflɪkt/

afflict

afligir
Meaning
to cause pain, suffering, or distress to someone or something
Example
Many people are afflicted by seasonal allergies.
Muchas personas están afligidas por alergias estacionales.
C2 noun /fɪˈlæt.əl.i/

philately

filatelia
Meaning
the collection and study of postage stamps
Example
Philately is a hobby enjoyed by people of all ages.
La filatelia es un pasatiempo que disfrutan personas de todas las edades.
B2 noun /saɪˈkɒlədʒɪst/

psychologist

psicólogo
Meaning
a person who studies mental processes and behavior
Example
The psychologist helped him cope with his anxiety.
El psicólogo lo ayudó a lidiar con su ansiedad.
C1 noun /ˈzɪn.i.ə/

Zinnia

zinnia
Meaning
A colorful garden flower with daisy-like blooms, popular for its vibrant colors and long-lasting nature
Example
The garden was filled with bright zinnias in various colors.
El jardín estaba lleno de zinnias brillantes de varios colores.
C1 verb /ˈstriːmlaɪnɪŋ/

streamlining

simplificación
Meaning
The process of making an organization or system more efficient by simplifying or eliminating unnecessary steps
Example
Streamlining processes can significantly reduce operational costs.
La simplificación de procesos puede reducir significativamente los costos operacionales.
B1 noun /ˈbed ʃiːt/

Bed sheet

sábana
Meaning
a large rectangular piece of cloth used as bedding to lie on or under
Example
The clean white bed sheet felt soft against her skin.
La sábana blanca y limpia se sintió suave contra su piel.
C1 noun /ˈpærəbl/

parable

parable
Meaning
A simple story used to illustrate a moral or spiritual lesson.
Example
Jesus often taught using a parable to convey deeper truths.
Jesús a menudo enseñaba usando una parábola para transmitir verdades más profundas.
B1 noun əˈnæl.ə.sɪs

analysis

análisis
Meaning
Detailed examination and evaluation of data or information to understand its components and relationships.
Example
Data analysis is crucial for machine learning models.
El análisis de datos es crucial para los modelos de aprendizaje automático.
C2 noun /ˈɔːspɪs/

auspice

augurio, patrocinio
Meaning
A sign, omen, or divine token; also refers to protection or support.
Example
The project was launched under the auspice of the government.
El proyecto se lanzó bajo el auspicio del gobierno.
C1 noun /ˌdɛfəˈmeɪʃən/

defamation

difamación
Meaning
the act of damaging someone's reputation by making false statements
Example
The newspaper was sued for defamation of character.
El periódico fue demandado por difamación.
C1 verb /prɪˈdɒmɪneɪt/

predominate

predominar
Meaning
To be the strongest, most common, or most influential element.
Example
Traditional values still predominate in the community.
Los valores tradicionales siguen predominando en la comunidad.
B2 noun /leɪs/

Lace

encaje
Meaning
a delicate fabric made of yarn or thread in an open weblike pattern; a cord or string for fastening
Example
She wore a beautiful dress decorated with intricate lace patterns.
Ella llevaba un hermoso vestido decorado con intrincados patrones de encaje.
B2 adjective /ˈtrʌblsəm/

Troublesome

problemático; molesto
Meaning
causing difficulty or annoyance; problematic
Example
The troublesome student disrupted the class again.
El estudiante problemático interrumpió la clase otra vez.
B2 adjective /ˈtaɪərləs/

tireless

incansable
Meaning
Showing great effort or energy without becoming tired.
Example
She worked tirelessly to complete the project on time.
Trabajó incansablemente para completar el proyecto a tiempo.
C1 noun /ˈɪnkwest/

inquest

investigación
Meaning
A legal or official inquiry, especially into the cause of a death.
Example
The inquest revealed the cause of the accident.
La investigación reveló la causa del accidente.
C1 noun /ˈfʌŋɡəs/

fungus

hongo
Meaning
a spore-producing organism feeding on organic matter, including molds, yeast, and mushrooms
Example
A strange fungus was growing on the old tree.
Un extraño hongo estaba creciendo en el viejo árbol.
B1 noun /ˈsæm.pəl/

Sample

muestra
Meaning
a small part taken as an example of the whole; a specimen
Example
The doctor took a blood sample for testing.
El doctor tomó una muestra de sangre para la prueba.
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.
C1 adjective /ˈfaɪ.naɪt/

Finite

finito; limitado
Meaning
limited; having bounds or limits; not infinite
Example
Earth has finite natural resources.
La Tierra tiene recursos naturales finitos.
C1 adjective /ˈɪmpətənt/

impotent

impotente
Meaning
Lacking power, ability, or strength to take effective action.
Example
The citizens felt impotent against the corrupt system.
Los ciudadanos se sintieron impotentes contra el sistema corrupto.
B2 noun /ˈtɒl.ər.əns/

Tolerance

tolerancia
Meaning
the ability to accept different opinions or behavior; willingness to allow something to exist
Example
Religious tolerance is important in a diverse society.
La tolerancia religiosa es importante en una sociedad diversa.
B2 adjective /njuːˈtrɪʃ.əs/

Nutritious

nutritivo
Meaning
containing substances that help the body grow and stay healthy; nourishing
Example
Eating nutritious food helps maintain good health.
Comer comida nutritiva ayuda a mantener una buena salud.
C1 noun /ɪɡˌzæm.ɪˈniː/

Examinee

examinado
Meaning
a person who is being tested in an examination
Example
Each examinee was given two hours to complete the test.
Cada examinado recibió dos horas para completar la prueba.
C1 adjective /həˈmɑː.dʒə.nəs/

homogenous

homogéneo
Meaning
Similar or uniform in nature; often used interchangeably with 'homogeneous'.
Example
The class was made up of a homogenous group of students.
La clase estaba formada por un grupo homogéneo de estudiantes.
C1 noun /ˈɡreɪvstoʊn/

gravestone

lápida
Meaning
A stone that marks a grave, usually inscribed with the name of the deceased.
Example
The gravestone had her name carved beautifully.
La lápida tenía su nombre grabado hermosamente.
B1 noun /'pʌmp.kɪn/

Pumpkin

calabaza
Meaning
a large round orange fruit with thick skin and edible flesh
Example
We carved a jack-o'-lantern from a big pumpkin.
Tallamos una linterna de calabaza de una calabaza grande.
C1 noun /ˈves.tɪdʒ/

Vestige

vestigio
Meaning
a trace or remnant of something that is disappearing or no longer exists
Example
No vestige of the ancient city remains.
No queda ningún vestigio de la antigua ciudad.
C2 adjective /ˈsæ.loʊ/

sallow

amarillo pálido
Meaning
Of an unhealthy yellow or pale brown color, often referring to skin.
Example
His sallow complexion made him look tired and sickly.
Su complexión amarilla pálida lo hacía parecer cansado y enfermo.
B1 verb /ɪɡˈzæm.ɪn/

examine

felicidad
Meaning
to look at something carefully in order to understand it
Example
The doctor will examine the patient tomorrow.
Ella no pudo ocultar su felicidad cuando recibió el premio.
A2 noun /ˈkoʊkənʌt/

Coconut

coco
Meaning
a large brown seed with hard shell containing white flesh and coconut water
Example
We drank coconut water directly from the coconut.
Bebimos agua de coco directamente del coco.
C1 verb /rɒmp/

romp

jugar alegremente
Meaning
to play or move in a lively, carefree, and energetic way
Example
The children romped happily in the garden.
Los niños jugaban felices en el jardín.
A2 verb əˈnaʊnst

announced

anunciado
Meaning
To make a public and typically formal declaration about a fact, occurrence, or intention.
Example
The mission was announced publicly.
La misión fue anunciada públicamente.
B2 verb /ʃriːk/

shriek

gritar
Meaning
to make a loud, high-pitched cry
Example
She shrieked when she saw the spider.
Ella gritó cuando vio la araña.
B2 noun /ˈnɛtˌwɜːkɪŋ/

networking

redes sociales
Meaning
The action of establishing connections and relationships, especially for career or business purposes.
Example
Networking is important for career development.
Las redes sociales son importantes para el desarrollo profesional.
C2 noun /kəˈliːdʒən/

collegian

estudiante universitario
Meaning
a student of a college
Example
The collegians were preparing for the cultural festival.
Los colegiales se estaban preparando para el festival cultural.
C1 noun /liˈeɪzɒn/

liaison

enlace
Meaning
communication or cooperation between people or groups for a smooth working relationship
Example
She works as a liaison between the company and its clients.
Ella trabaja como un enlace entre la empresa y sus clientes.
A2 noun /ʃɪp/

Ship

barco
Meaning
a large watercraft that travels the world's oceans and seas
Example
The cargo ship departed from the port at dawn.
El barco de carga zarpó del puerto al amanecer.
C2 adjective /ˈmiːliˌmaʊðd/

mealymouthed

hablar de manera evasiva
Meaning
not willing to speak directly and honestly; evasive in speech
Example
The politician gave a mealymouthed response to the tough question.
El político dio una respuesta evasiva a la pregunta difícil.
C2 adjective /aɪˈsɒ.krə.nəs/

isochronous

aconteciendo a intervalos de tiempo iguales
Meaning
Occurring at equal time intervals; in unison or synchrony.
Example
The pendulum swings are isochronous, repeating at equal intervals.
Los oscilaciones del péndulo son isócronos, repitiendo a intervalos iguales.
C1 noun /bəˈnæn.zə/

Bonanza

situación o evento que crea un aumento repentino en la riqueza, la buena suerte o las ganancias
Meaning
a situation or event that creates a sudden increase in wealth, good fortune, or profits
Example
The oil discovery was a bonanza for the small country.
El descubrimiento de petróleo fue una bonanza para el pequeño país.
C1 verb /ˈɪnstɪˌɡeɪt/

instigate

incitar
Meaning
To bring about or initiate an action, often something negative.
Example
He was accused of instigating the riot.
Fue acusado de incitar el motín.
C2 noun /ˌjuːzɜːrˈpeɪʃən/

usurpation

usurpación
Meaning
The act of taking someone's power or property illegally or by force.
Example
The general's usurpation of the presidency led to political unrest.
La usurpación de la presidencia por el general condujo a disturbios políticos.
A2 noun /tuːθ/

Tooth

diente
Meaning
a hard white structure in the mouth used for biting and chewing food
Example
She brushes her teeth twice a day.
Ella se cepilla los dientes dos veces al día.
C1 adjective /ˌʌnəˈkaʊntəbl/

unaccountable

inexplicable
Meaning
Not able to be explained or justified.
Example
She felt an unaccountable fear as she entered the dark room.
Ella sintió un miedo inexplicable al entrar en la habitación oscura.
C2 noun /ˈɪn.fɪ.del/

Infidel

infiel
Meaning
a person who does not believe in religion or whose religious beliefs differ from one's own
Example
In historical contexts, crusaders often referred to their enemies as infidels.
En contextos históricos, los cruzados a menudo se referían a sus enemigos como infieles.
C2 noun /ˈɡæd.flaɪ/

gadfly

persona molesta
Meaning
A person who annoys or criticizes others to stimulate change or provoke action.
Example
The journalist was a gadfly, constantly questioning the government's policies.
El periodista era una persona molesta, constantemente cuestionando las políticas del gobierno.
B1 noun /ˈseɪ.ɪŋ/

Saying

dicho
Meaning
a well-known phrase that expresses something true about life; a proverb
Example
There's an old saying that practice makes perfect.
Hay un viejo dicho que dice que la práctica hace al maestro.
C1 noun /ˈdɪm.pəl/

Dimple

hoyuelo
Meaning
a small depression in the flesh, either one that exists permanently or one that forms when smiling
Example
Her charming dimples appeared whenever she smiled at the children.
Sus encantadores hoyuelos aparecían siempre que sonreía a los niños.
C2 noun /ˈæl.baɪt/

albite

albita
Meaning
A white or colorless mineral of the feldspar group, often found in igneous rocks.
Example
Geologists discovered albite crystals in the rock sample.
Los geólogos descubrieron cristales de albita en la muestra de roca.
C2 noun /ˈætəmaɪzər/

atomizer

atomizador
Meaning
A device that sprays liquid into a fine mist.
Example
She used an atomizer to apply the perfume evenly.
Ella usó un atomizador para aplicar el perfume uniformemente.
B1 noun /ˈmelədi/

Melody

melodía; tono musical
Meaning
A sequence of single notes that is musically satisfying; a tune
Example
She hummed a beautiful melody while cooking dinner.
Ella tarareó una hermosa melodía mientras cocinaba la cena.
B1 preposition/adverb /əˈkɔːrdɪŋ/

according

según
Meaning
As stated by or in agreement with.
Example
According to the report, sales increased last quarter.
Según el informe, las ventas aumentaron en el último trimestre.
C1 adjective /ˈtɛmpərd/

tempered

templado
Meaning
having a specified temper or disposition; strengthened or moderated.
Example
She gave a tempered response to the criticism.
Ella dio una respuesta templada a las críticas.
B2 noun ˈmɒnjʊmənt

monument

monumento
Meaning
A statue, building, or other structure erected to commemorate a notable person or event.
Example
A monument should honor his contributions.
Un monumento debe honrar sus contribuciones.
B2 noun /ˈsliːpər/

sleeper

persona que duerme; algo que tiene éxito inesperado
Meaning
a person or thing that sleeps; something that unexpectedly succeeds
Example
The movie turned out to be a real sleeper hit.
La película resultó ser un éxito inesperado.
A1 noun /ˈpɛərənt/

parent

padres
Meaning
a mother or father of a person or animal
Example
Both of his parents are teachers.
Ambos padres de él son maestros.
B2 noun /ˈskaɪˌskreɪpər/

Skyscraper

rascacielos
Meaning
a very tall building of many stories
Example
The new skyscraper dominates the city's skyline.
El nuevo rascacielos domina el horizonte de la ciudad.
B2 noun /kəmˈpliːʃən/

completion

finalización
Meaning
the action or process of finishing something
Example
The completion of the project will take another few weeks.
La finalización del proyecto tomará algunas semanas más.
C1 verb /rɪˈtɑːrd/

retard

retrasar / ralentizar
Meaning
to delay or slow down the progress of something
Example
Lack of funds may retard the development of the project.
La falta de fondos puede retrasar el desarrollo del proyecto.
C2 noun ˌkɒdʒɪˈteɪʃən

cogitation

reflexión, meditación
Meaning
The action of thinking deeply about something; contemplation
Example
After much cogitation, he made the final decision.
Después de mucha reflexión, tomó la decisión final.
B2 verb /krʌʃ/

crush

presionar o aplastar algo con tanta fuerza que se dañe o destruya
Meaning
to press or squeeze something so hard that it is damaged or destroyed
Example
He accidentally crushed the paper cup in his hand.
Él accidentalmente aplastó el vaso de papel con su mano.
C1 adjective /ˌhɛtərəˈʤiːniəs/

heterogeneous

heterogéneo
Meaning
consisting of different kinds or diverse elements
Example
The classroom was filled with a heterogeneous group of students.
El aula estaba llena de un grupo heterogéneo de estudiantes.
C1 verb /hoʊn/

hone

afilar, mejorar habilidades
Meaning
To sharpen a blade or to improve a skill through practice.
Example
She honed her presentation skills before the big meeting.
Ella perfeccionó sus habilidades de presentación antes de la gran reunión.
B2 noun ˈiː.kəʊˌsɪs.təm

ecosystem

ecosistema
Meaning
A biological community of interacting organisms and their physical environment.
Example
A balanced ecosystem is crucial for environmental sustainability.
Un ecosistema equilibrado es crucial para la sostenibilidad ambiental.
C2 adjective əˈsɪd.ju.əs

assiduous

aplicado o diligente
Meaning
Showing great care and perseverance; diligent and hardworking.
Example
His assiduous efforts led to a successful career.
Sus esfuerzos diligentes lo llevaron a una carrera exitosa.
C2 noun /ˈkɒkskoʊm/

Cockscomb

flor de cresta de gallo
Meaning
a tropical plant with bright, velvety flowers that resemble a rooster's comb
Example
The bright red cockscomb flowers added vibrant color to the garden bed.
Las flores de cresta de gallo rojas y brillantes añadieron color vibrante al lecho del jardín.
C2 adjective /mæɡˈnɪləkwənt/

magniloquent

lenguaje pomposo
Meaning
using high-flown or pompous language
Example
The politician’s magniloquent speech impressed the crowd.
El discurso pomposo del político impresionó a la multitud.
B2 noun /ɪɡˈzæmɪnər/

examiner

examinador
Meaning
A person who tests or inspects knowledge, skills, or qualifications
Example
The examiner reviewed each student's answer sheet carefully.
El examinador revisó cuidadosamente la hoja de respuestas de cada estudiante.
C1 verb /rɪˈtreɪs/

retrace

volver sobre un camino o ruta, recordar y repetir pasos anteriores
Meaning
to go back over a path or route; to recall and repeat steps taken earlier
Example
She retraced her steps to find her lost keys.
Ella volvió sobre sus pasos para encontrar sus llaves perdidas.
B1 adjective /ˈklæsɪkəl/

classical

clásico o tradicional
Meaning
relating to ancient Greek or Roman culture, or representing traditional excellence in art, music, or literature
Example
She loves listening to classical music while studying.
A ella le encanta escuchar música clásica mientras estudia.
B2 adjective /ɪkˈstɪr.i.ər/

Exterior

exterior; de fuera; superficie externa
Meaning
relating to the outside part or surface of something; outer
Example
The exterior of the building was painted in bright colors.
El exterior del edificio estaba pintado en colores brillantes.
C1 noun /dɪˈfɔː.mə.ti/

Deformity

deformidad; malformación física
Meaning
a distorted or unnatural shape or form; physical malformation
Example
The accident caused a permanent deformity in his left hand.
El accidente causó una deformidad permanente en su mano izquierda.
B1 noun /ˈjuːs.fəl.nəs/

Usefulness

utilidad
Meaning
the quality of being useful; practical value or helpfulness
Example
The usefulness of this tool became apparent during the project.
La utilidad de esta herramienta se hizo evidente durante el proyecto.
B2 noun /ˈfʌndˌreɪzɪŋ/

fundraising

recaudación de fondos
Meaning
the process of collecting money for a cause or project
Example
The organization is organizing a fundraising event.
La organización está organizando un evento de recaudación de fondos.
B1 noun /ˈlaɪ.kɪŋ/

Liking

afecto; gusto; inclinación
Meaning
a feeling of regard or fondness; a preference or taste for something
Example
She has developed a liking for classical music.
Ella ha desarrollado un gusto por la música clásica.
C2 adjective /fəˈsiːʃəs/

facetious

humerístico
Meaning
Treating serious issues with deliberately inappropriate humor
Example
He was being facetious when he said he wanted to live on the moon.
Estaba siendo humerístico cuando dijo que quería vivir en la luna.
B1 noun /fæts/

fats

grasas
Meaning
Essential macronutrients that provide energy, support cell growth, and protect organs while helping absorb vitamins.
Example
Healthy fats from nuts and avocados support brain function.
Las grasas saludables de los frutos secos y los aguacates apoyan la función cerebral.
C1 noun /ˈɑːdəsi/

odyssey

viaje largo
Meaning
a long, adventurous journey; a series of experiences
Example
Her career has been an odyssey of challenges and achievements.
Su carrera ha sido una odisea de desafíos y logros.
C2 noun /ˈɛpəʊd/

epode

una forma de poema lírico
Meaning
A form of lyric poem written in couplets, often following a strophe and antistrophe in classical Greek poetry.
Example
The poet concluded his ode with a striking epode.
El poeta concluyó su oda con un epodo impresionante.
B2 noun /rɪˈfjuː.zəl/

Refusal

rechazo; negativa
Meaning
the act of saying no to something or not accepting something
Example
His refusal to cooperate made the project more difficult.
Su rechazo a cooperar hizo que el proyecto fuera más difícil.
C1 noun /ˈprɒfəsi/

prophecy

profecía
Meaning
a prediction or message about the future, often believed to be divinely inspired
Example
The prophecy foretold the rise of a great leader.
La profecía predijo el ascenso de un gran líder.
C1 noun /ˈiːɡoʊˌtɪzəm/

egotism

egotismo
Meaning
The practice of talking and thinking about oneself excessively because of an inflated sense of self-importance.
Example
His constant boasting revealed his egotism.
Su constante jactancia reveló su egotismo.
B2 verb /ˌriːjuˈnaɪt/

reunite

reunir
Meaning
to bring together again after separation
Example
The family was reunited after many years.
La familia se reunió después de muchos años.
B2 noun /jʌŋ fɪʃ/

Young fish

pez joven
Meaning
juvenile or small fish; fish that has not reached maturity
Example
Young fish need protection from predators.
Los peces jóvenes necesitan protección contra los depredadores.
C1 noun, verb /məˈnuː.vər/

maneuver

maniobra / hábil
Meaning
a planned or skillful movement or action; to move skillfully or carefully
Example
The pilot maneuvered the plane through the storm.
El piloto maniobró el avión a través de la tormenta.
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.
C2 noun /bænˈdænə/

bandanna

pañuelo grande y colorido
Meaning
A large, often brightly colored handkerchief, typically worn on the head or around the neck.
Example
He tied a red bandanna around his neck.
Se ató un pañuelo rojo alrededor del cuello.