CEFR Level
beyond the physical or ordinary world; transcendent
"The monk spoke of supramundane peace beyond material life."
a freshwater fish species found in the Surma river system of Bangladesh and northeastern India
"Surma fish is native to the rivers of Sylhet region."
Kept secret, especially because it would not be approved of.
"They carried out a surreptitious meeting late at night."
Behaving in a way that is excessively obedient or servile to gain favor.
"His sycophantic behavior annoyed his colleagues."
The division of words into syllables.
"Proper syllabication helps in correct pronunciation."
Harmonious; producing a pleasant sound or agreement of sound.
"The choir's voices were symphonious and filled the hall with beauty."
The meaningful coincidence of two or more events that are not planned.
"The synchronicity of their thoughts amazed everyone."
The simultaneous occurrence of events or actions.
"The synchronism of the dancers' movements amazed the audience."
Characterized by displaced beats or rhythms, especially in music.
"The jazz piece had a syncopated rhythm that energized the crowd."
A person dressed in ragged clothes; ragged or dilapidated in appearance.
"A tatterdemalion wandered the streets in search of food."
expressing something by repeating the same idea in different words; redundant
"Saying 'free gift' is considered tautological."
A scientist who classifies organisms into groups based on their characteristics.
"The taxonomist discovered a new species of insect."
the descriptive study or writing about the practical arts, technologies, or technical methods of a society
"The anthropologist specialized in technography to understand indigenous tool-making traditions."
the practice or principle of abstaining completely from alcoholic drinks
"He practiced teetotalism throughout his life."
Reckless or rash; showing a lack of caution.
"It was a temerarious decision to cross the river during the storm."