CEFR Level
Large, heavy, or difficult to handle; complicated and inefficient.
"The cumbersome package was too heavy to carry alone."
A spice made from the dried seeds of a plant in the parsley family, with a warm earthy flavor
"Cumin is an essential spice in Indian and Middle Eastern cooking."
Increasing gradually by addition; growing in quantity, force, or effect.
"The cumulative effect of stress can harm your health."
Able to be cured or healed.
"The doctor assured her that the disease was curable."
a person who is responsible for the care and management of a museum, gallery, or collection
"The curator organized a new exhibition of ancient artifacts."
a rule requiring people to stay indoors after a certain time, usually at night
"The city imposed a curfew during the unrest."
A small roller used for curling hair.
"She used a curler to style her hair for the party."
aromatic leaves from the curry tree used in South Asian cooking
"Fresh curry leaves add authentic flavor to Indian dishes."
Written with characters joined together in a flowing manner.
"The teacher asked students to write the essay in cursive handwriting."
Hasty and therefore not thorough or detailed.
"He gave the report only a cursory glance before the meeting."
Rudely brief in speech or manner.
"His curt reply made everyone uncomfortable."
to reduce or limit something, especially something considered undesirable
"The company had to curtail its spending due to budget cuts."
a person who has responsibility for or looks after something; a caretaker or guardian
"The school custodian ensures that all buildings are clean and secure."
the legal right or responsibility of taking care of someone or something
"The mother was granted custody of her children after the divorce."
a person who believes that people are motivated purely by self-interest rather than acting for honorable reasons
"He was too much of a cynic to believe in true love."
An inclination to believe that people are motivated purely by self-interest; skepticism.
"His cynicism made it hard for him to trust anyone."
