CEFR Level
A group of senior government ministers; or a cupboard with shelves or drawers.
"The prime minister reshuffled the cabinet last month."
A young trainee in the armed forces, police, or other organization.
"The cadet marched proudly in the parade."
Done with full awareness of the consequences; deliberate or carefully planned.
"Her calculated move gave her an advantage over her competitors."
a young cow or bull; young of various large mammals
"The calf stayed close to its mother."
the act of hiding or disguising something by making it blend with its surroundings
"The soldiers used camouflage to hide from the enemy."
large heavy gun that fires cannonballs or shells
"The castle was defended by several large cannons."
A strong, coarse cloth used for tents, sails, or painting.
"The artist prepared a canvas for his new painting."
A deep gorge, typically one with a river flowing through it.
"The Colorado River carved the Grand Canyon over millions of years."
the power or ability to do something; potential for effectiveness or success
"The company has the capability to expand internationally."
an economic system where private individuals or corporations control the means of production and distribution of goods
"Capitalism promotes the idea of competition and private ownership."
a person who supports or believes in capitalism; a wealthy business owner
"The capitalist believes in the freedom of the market."
sweet pepper; bell pepper; colorful vegetable used in cooking
"Add red and green capsicum to make the dish colorful and nutritious."
A small soluble case of gelatin containing a dose of medicine, swallowed whole.
"Capsules contain controlled environments."
a brief explanation or description accompanying an illustration or photograph
"The caption under the photo explained who the people were."
a person who has been taken prisoner or an animal that has been confined
"The captive was held in a small cell for several months."
a nutrient that provides energy, found in foods like rice, bread, and sugar
"Rice and potatoes are rich in carbohydrates."
Organic compounds consisting of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, serving as a primary source of energy for the body.
"Whole grains are a great source of healthy carbohydrates."
a chemical element found in all living things and used as fuel when combined with oxygen
"Carbon is an essential element for life on Earth."
The amount of carbon dioxide and other carbon compounds emitted due to the consumption of fossil fuels by a particular person, group, etc.
"Reducing carbon footprint is essential for combating climate change."
Having a balance between emitting carbon and absorbing carbon from the atmosphere; not adding to overall carbon emissions.
"The company aims to be carbon-neutral by 2030."
Relating to the heart and blood vessels.
"Regular exercise improves cardiovascular health."
Free from worries or responsibilities; relaxed and happy.
"She enjoyed a carefree afternoon at the beach."
goods carried by a ship, plane, or other transport
"The ship was loaded with valuable cargo."
a ship or vessel that carries goods and materials from one port to another
"The cargo ship transported containers filled with electronics across the ocean."
A person or thing that carries, transports, or conveys something; also an organization that provides transport services.
"The airline is the largest carrier in the country."
To cut or shape something, especially wood or stone, into a desired form.
"The artist carved a beautiful statue out of marble."
a kidney-shaped nut with a creamy texture and mild flavor
"Cashew nuts are often used in cooking and as a healthy snack."
kidney-shaped nuts from the cashew tree, commonly eaten as snacks or used in cooking
"Cashew nuts are often used in Indian sweets and curries."
a covered dish used for cooking and serving food, especially baked dishes
"The casserole box kept the food warm during the dinner party."
in a relaxed and informal way; without much thought or preparation
"He casually mentioned that he was leaving."
A person injured or killed in an accident or war.
"The accident resulted in several casualties."
a freshwater fish with whisker-like barbels around the mouth, commonly found in ponds and rivers
"Catfish is often fried and served with rice in Bengali cuisine."
a complete list of items, typically arranged systematically
"The library provides an online catalog of all available books."
a complete list of items, typically one in alphabetical or systematic order; to make a systematic list of items
"The library decided to catalogue all new books digitally."
A sudden and widespread disaster or misfortune.
"The earthquake was a catastrophe for the entire region."
Involving or causing sudden great damage or suffering; extremely unfortunate or unsuccessful.
"The catastrophic effects of climate change are visible everywhere."
Extremely destructive or damaging events that cause widespread devastation.
"Cyclones are catastrophic events in Bangladesh."
Placed in a particular class or group.
"The city was categorized as highly polluted."
To provide food, drinks, or services, usually for an event or group.
"The company catered the wedding reception."
Including a wide variety; all-embracing; relating to the Roman Catholic Church.
"She has catholic tastes in music, enjoying everything from jazz to opera."
The faith, practice, and church order of the Roman Catholic Church.
"Catholicism has a long history and rich traditions."
care taken to avoid danger or mistakes
"He proceeded with caution during the storm."
to bring or come to an end; to stop doing something
"The noise ceased as soon as the children went inside."
Widely known and praised; famous for an achievement.
"He is a celebrated author in the field of literature."
a green vegetable with long crisp stems that can be eaten raw or cooked
"I added chopped celery to the soup for extra flavor."
relating to cells; consisting of cells; relating to mobile phone technology
"Cellular technology has revolutionized communication."
a powdery substance that binds materials together; to make something strong or permanent
"The treaty helped cement the relationship between the two countries."
a place where dead people are buried
"The old cemetery is located at the edge of the village."
to suppress or remove parts of books, films, or information considered offensive or harmful; a person who does this
"The government tried to censor the controversial film."
An official count or survey of a population, typically recording various details of individuals.
"The government conducted a census to update demographic data."
