CEFR Level
the process of coming together to form a single whole
"The coalescence of different cultures created a rich and diverse society."
Deep thought; contemplation or meditation.
"After much cogitation, he decided to change his career path."
Capable of catching fire and burning easily.
"Dry leaves are highly combustible."
An item of food that can be eaten.
"The picnic basket was full of delicious comestibles."
A deserved punishment or fate; just deserts.
"The corrupt official finally got his comeuppance in court."
To take control or possession of something, often by force or authority.
"The soldiers commandeered the villagers’ homes during the war."
corresponding in size, degree, or extent; proportionate
"Salary will be commensurate with experience."
To express sympathy or pity for someone.
"Friends came to commiserate with her after the loss."
A department responsible for supplying food and equipment, especially in the military.
"The army commissariat ensured that the soldiers had enough supplies."
The transformation of goods, services, ideas, or other entities that may not normally be considered goods into market goods.
"The commodification of natural resources threatens biodiversity."
spacious and comfortable; having plenty of room
"They rented a commodious apartment in the city."
based on or showing sound practical judgment; sensible
"It was commonsensical to carry an umbrella on a rainy day."
A collection of concise but detailed information about a subject.
"The book is a compendium of ancient myths and legends."
a feeling of quiet pleasure or self-satisfaction, often without awareness of potential danger
"His complacence prevented him from noticing the risks."
willingness to please others; courteous compliance
"Her complaisance made her popular among her colleagues."
willing to please others or to accept what they do or say without protest
"He was too complaisant to refuse their demands."
a person who arranges type for printing or creates musical compositions
"The compositor carefully arranged the text for the newspaper."
Capable of being compressed or reduced in volume.
"Air is a compressible substance, unlike water."
A feeling of guilt or moral scruple that prevents or follows wrongdoing.
"She felt no compunction about lying to protect her friend."
Digital exchange and automated interaction; the use of computational methods and systems to facilitate communication and information sharing.
"Computational communication is reshaping how we share information."