CEFR Level
A sudden, uncontrolled rush of people or animals; to cause a mass movement.
"The loud noise caused a stampede of the crowd."
a situation in which all movement or activity stops
"The traffic came to a standstill after the accident."
a group of lines forming a unit in a poem or song
"The poem begins with a stanza describing nature."
star-shaped spice pod with a licorice-like flavor used in cooking
"She added star anise to the soup for aromatic flavor."
yellow tropical fruits that form a star shape when sliced crosswise; tangy and crisp taste
"When you slice star fruits, they look like beautiful yellow stars on your plate."
Having a dignified, majestic, and impressive appearance or manner.
"The stately mansion stood at the end of the long driveway."
a person who sells paper, pens, pencils, and other office supplies
"The stationer recommended the best pens for writing exams."
A person who specializes in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting numerical data.
"The statistician presented the survey results with great clarity."
A small statue, usually decorative or artistic.
"The artist won a gold statuette for his work."
A person's natural height or their reputation and importance.
"Her intellectual stature made her a respected figure in academia."
The existing state of affairs, especially regarding social or political issues.
"The government decided to maintain the status quo until further review."
A written law passed by a legislative body.
"The new statute protects workers' rights."
Required, permitted, or enacted by law.
"The company must comply with all statutory regulations."
Loyal, committed, and firm in support.
"She is a staunch supporter of environmental protection."
Firm, loyal, and unwavering in purpose or support.
"He remained steadfast in his determination to succeed."
The act of moving, doing, or achieving something quietly and secretly.
"The cat moved with stealth towards its prey."
Completely surrounded by or filled with a particular quality, influence, or experience.
"The town is steeped in history and tradition."
Relating to stars; outstanding or excellent.
"She gave a stellar performance in the play."
A very strong and unpleasant smell.
"The stench of garbage filled the alley."
A thin sheet of material with a design cut out, used to produce the design on the surface below by applying paint or ink through the cut-out holes.
"The artist used a stencil to paint identical stars on the wall."
Small mesh tubes used to treat narrow or blocked arteries.
"Stents were successfully placed using robotic techniques."
Conforming to a fixed or oversimplified idea of what someone or something is like.
"His stereotyped jokes failed to impress the audience."
A widely held but fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person or thing.
"Stereotyping people based on their race is harmful."
Free from bacteria or other living microorganisms; incapable of producing offspring.
"The surgeon worked in a sterile environment to avoid infection."
British money, especially pounds; of excellent quality.
"She was praised for her sterling work on the project."
a person who insists on a certain quality or standard of behavior
"He is a stickler for punctuality and never tolerates delays."
to prevent or restrain an action, idea, or emotion; to suffocate
"She tried to stifle a laugh during the serious meeting."
to suppress, hold back, or prevent something from happening
"He stifled a laugh during the serious meeting."
a mark of shame or disgrace associated with a particular circumstance or quality
"There is still a stigma around mental health issues in many societies."
to describe or regard someone as worthy of disgrace or disapproval
"People with certain illnesses are often unfairly stigmatized."
A small, thin, high-heeled shoe or a dagger with a slender blade.
"She wore elegant stiletto heels to the party."
Speech or writing that is stiff, unnatural, or overly formal.
"His speech sounded stilted and rehearsed."
A substance that raises levels of physiological or nervous activity in the body.
"Coffee is a common stimulant that helps people stay awake."
Things or events that evoke a specific functional reaction in an organ or tissue.
"Bright lights and loud noises are strong stimuli for the brain."
unwilling to spend or give; miserly
"He is too stingy to buy a gift for his friend."
a period of time spent doing a particular job or activity
"She did a short stint as a teacher before moving abroad."
to supply sparingly or with restrictions
"He never stinting his efforts to help the poor."
a fixed regular payment, usually for services or to cover living expenses
"The university provides a monthly stipend to its research students."
to demand or specify a condition in an agreement or contract
"The contract stipulates that payment must be made within 30 days."
Dull, uninspired, or old-fashioned; also heavy and hard to digest when referring to food.
"The lecture was so stodgy that many students struggled to stay awake."
Showing little or no emotion, even in difficult situations.
"She remained stoic during the crisis, never showing fear or panic."
The endurance of pain or hardship without showing feelings or complaining.
"He faced the loss of his job with remarkable stoicism."
To add fuel to a fire; to encourage or increase a strong feeling or activity.
"The politician’s speech stoked anger among the crowd."
To delay or block progress by refusing to cooperate or answer
"The witness tried to stonewall during the investigation."
To bend one's body forward and downward; also a small porch or staircase at the entrance of a house
"He had to stoop to pick up the coin."
The act of stopping or ceasing; a halt in operation or activity
"The sudden stoppage of the train caused delays for all passengers."
A place where goods, supplies, or valuables are stored; a repository
"The warehouse acted as a storehouse for all the imported goods."
The process by which storms become stronger and more severe in intensity.
"Storm intensification is linked to climate change."
A person who hides on a ship, plane, or other vehicle in order to travel secretly without paying.
"The crew discovered a stowaway hiding in the cargo hold."
a device having holes punched in it or made of crossed wires for separating solid matter from a liquid
"Use a strainer to drain the pasta water."