B2 adjective /ˌbaɪəʊdɪˈɡreɪdəbl/

biodegradable

Meaning

Capable of being decomposed by natural biological processes, typically by bacteria or other living organisms, without causing harm to the environment.

Example

Biodegradable materials break down naturally without harming the environment.

B2 adjective /ˈwɒntɪŋ/

wanting

Meaning

Lacking or deficient in quality or quantity.

Example

His explanation was wanting in clarity.

B2 verb /ˈsʌməraɪz/

summarize

Meaning

To give a brief statement of the main points of something

Example

She summarized the report in just a few minutes.

B2 noun /raɪˈnɒs.ər.əs/

Rhinoceros

Meaning

a large, heavy animal with thick skin and one or two horns on its nose

Example

The rhinoceros charged through the grassland.

B2 adjective /kənˈvɪnsɪŋ/

Convincing

Meaning

believable; credible; persuasive; able to make someone believe something

Example

His convincing argument won over the entire jury.

B2 verb dɪsˈrʌpt

disrupt

Meaning

To interrupt or disturb the normal progress or activity of something.

Example

Individual pursuits disrupt social harmony.

B2 noun /ˌdɪstrɪˈbjuːʃən/

distribution

Meaning

the act of sharing or delivering something to multiple people or places

Example

The company manages the distribution of food supplies to rural areas.

B2 verb, noun /sniːz/

sneeze

Meaning

to expel air involuntarily from the nose and mouth due to irritation; the act of sneezing

Example

I had to sneeze during the meeting.

B2 noun /əˈlaʊəns/

Allowance

Meaning

a sum of money paid regularly to a person; permission to do something

Example

Children receive a weekly allowance for helping with chores.

B2 adjective /ˈkɒm.pɪ.tənt/

Competent

Meaning

having the necessary skill or knowledge to do something successfully; capable

Example

She is a competent manager who handles all tasks efficiently.

B2 noun /ˈtroʊfi/

trophy

Meaning

An object awarded as a prize for a victory or achievement.

Example

She proudly displayed the trophy she won in the competition.

B2 noun /hʌb/

hub

Meaning

the central part of a place or activity where things converge

Example

The city is the hub of the country's trade network.

B2 noun ˈlɛvərɪdʒ

leverage

Meaning

The use of borrowed capital or resources to increase the potential return of an investment; using something to maximum advantage.

Example

Leverage amplifies your efforts and scales your work.

B2 noun /ˌvʌl.nər.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

vulnerability

Meaning

The quality or state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed.

Example

Addressing vulnerability is crucial for stability.

B2 adjective /ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːrsəl/

Universal

Meaning

applicable to all cases; existing everywhere

Example

Music is a universal language that everyone understands.

B2 noun, verb /bluːm/

bloom

Meaning

to produce flowers; to develop or flourish; a flower or the state of flowering

Example

The roses bloom beautifully every spring.

B2 noun /sɪmˈplɪsɪti/

Simplicity

Meaning

the quality of being simple; lack of complexity or intricacy

Example

The beauty of the design lies in its simplicity.

B2 adjective kəˈlɛktɪv

collective

Meaning

Done by people acting as a group; shared by all members of a group.

Example

Victory Day represents our collective pride.

B2 verb /oʊˈmɪt/

omit

Meaning

to leave out or exclude; to fail to include something

Example

Please don't omit any important details from your report.

B2 noun /rɪˈzembləns/

Resemblance

Meaning

the state of being alike or similar; similarity in appearance or character

Example

There's a strong resemblance between the two sisters.

B2 adjective ˌæn.əlˈɪt.ɪ.kəl

analytical

Meaning

Using or skilled in using analysis (i.e., separating a whole—intellectual or substantial—into its elemental parts or basic principles).

Example

She has an analytical approach to problem-solving.

B2 noun /ˈtʌtʃ.daʊn/

touchdown

Meaning

the moment when an aircraft lands, or a score in American football

Example

The plane made a smooth touchdown.

B2 noun /ˌdʒen.əˈrɒs.ə.ti/

Generosity

Meaning

the quality of being kind and generous; willingness to give money, help, kindness freely

Example

The billionaire's generosity was evident in his numerous charitable donations to hospitals.

B2 adjective /ˈspɪr.ɪ.tʃu.əl/

Spiritual

Meaning

relating to the human spirit or soul; religious or sacred

Example

She found spiritual peace through meditation.

B2 adjective /əˈdʒʌstəbəl/

Adjustable

Meaning

নিয়মযোগ্য; পরিবর্তন-সাধ্য; সমন্বয়যোগ্য;

Example

This chair has an adjustable height feature.

B2 noun /ˈkæriər/

carrier

Meaning

A person or thing that carries, transports, or conveys something; also an organization that provides transport services.

Example

The airline is the largest carrier in the country.

B2 noun /ˈrækɪt/

racket

Meaning

A piece of equipment used to hit the ball in sports like tennis or badminton; also a loud noise or an illegal scheme.

Example

He bought a new tennis racket for the match.

B2 noun ˈbaɪ.əs

bias

Meaning

Prejudice in favor of or against one thing, person, or group compared with another, usually in a way considered to be unfair.

Example

The judge must remain free from bias.

B2 noun /ˈsɛnət/

senate

Meaning

a legislative or governing body, typically the upper chamber in a bicameral legislature

Example

The senate voted in favor of the new healthcare bill.

B2 noun ˈæp.ə.taɪt

appetite

Meaning

A natural desire to satisfy a bodily need, especially for food.

Example

Junk food increases appetite unnaturally.

B2 adjective /ˌɔːɡənaɪˈzeɪʃənəl/

organizational

Meaning

relating to the structure or arrangement of a company or group

Example

He works on improving the organizational structure of the company.

B2 noun /ɒpˈtɪʃən/

optician

Meaning

A person who makes or sells glasses and contact lenses.

Example

The optician adjusted my new glasses to fit better.

B2 noun ˈflaɪ.ɪŋ kɑːrz

flying cars

Meaning

Vehicles that can travel both on roads and in the air.

Example

Flying cars could soon solve urban traffic congestion.

B2 adjective /ˈvɛriənt/

Variant

Meaning

differing in form, details, or in some other respect; alternative

Example

There are several variant spellings of this word.

B2 noun /diːd/

Deed

Meaning

an action that is performed intentionally or consciously; a legal document showing ownership

Example

His heroic deed saved the child from drowning in the river.

B2 noun/verb /skɔːrn/

scorn

Meaning

the feeling or expression of contempt or disdain; to treat with contempt

Example

She looked at him with open scorn.

B2 adjective /kənˈdʒɛstɪd/

congested

Meaning

Blocked up with too much traffic or crowding.

Example

The road was congested during rush hour.

B2 noun /ˈɡleɪʃər/

glacier

Meaning

a large mass of ice that moves slowly over land

Example

The glacier is slowly melting due to climate change.

B2 noun bækˈtɪə.ri.ə

bacteria

Meaning

A member of a large group of unicellular microorganisms which have cell walls but lack organelles and an organized nucleus.

Example

Specialized bacteria aid in waste decomposition.

B2 adjective /ˌʌnəˈveɪləbəl/

unavailable

Meaning

Not able to be obtained, reached, or used; not present or accessible.

Example

The manager was unavailable to take calls during the meeting.

B2 noun ɪnˈɡeɪdʒɪŋ ˈlɜːrnɪŋ ɪkˈspɪəriənsɪz

engaging learning experiences

Meaning

Interactive and immersive educational activities that capture students' attention and actively involve them in the learning process.

Example

Digital tools create engaging learning experiences.

B2 noun /ˈænsestri/

ancestry

Meaning

one’s family origins or lineage

Example

He is proud of his royal ancestry.

B2 verb /riːp/

reap

Meaning

to cut or gather a crop; to receive as a consequence of actions

Example

Farmers reap wheat in the late summer.

B2 noun /ɪˈmɜːrdʒəns/

emergence

Meaning

the process of coming into view, existence, or prominence

Example

The emergence of new technologies has transformed communication.

B2 adverb /ˈʌltəmətli/

ultimately

Meaning

in the end, after everything else

Example

Ultimately, we decided to go ahead with the project.

B2 noun /ˈmɑːrkɪtˌpleɪs/

marketplace

Meaning

a place where goods and services are bought and sold; an open area for trade

Example

The town's marketplace is crowded every Friday morning.

B2 adverb /ˈfɜ:rmli/

Firmly

Meaning

in a strong, steady, and unwavering manner

Example

She firmly believed in her decision.

B2 verb /θraɪv/

thrive

Meaning

to grow, develop, or be successful

Example

Small businesses can thrive with proper support.

B2 noun /fɔːrˈmeɪʃən/

formation

Meaning

the action of forming or process of being formed

Example

The formation of the new company took several months.

B2 verb /sɜːrdʒ/

surge

Meaning

to move suddenly and powerfully forward or upward

Example

The crowd surged forward when the gates opened.

B2 preposition /əˈmɪd/

amid

Meaning

in the middle of or surrounded by something

Example

The team stayed calm amid the chaos.

B2 noun /suː.pɪər.iˈɔːr.ə.ti/

Superiority

Meaning

the quality or state of being superior; higher rank or quality

Example

His superiority in mathematics was evident from his test scores.

B2 adjective /ˈfeɪtl/

fatal

Meaning

causing death; leading to disaster

Example

The accident proved fatal for the driver.

B2 noun /ˌdɒkjʊmɛnˈteɪʃən/

documentation

Meaning

material that provides official information or evidence

Example

The documentation for the project is available for review.

B2 verb /ʌnˈveɪl/

unveil

Meaning

to reveal or disclose something, especially in a formal manner

Example

The company will unveil a new product next week.

B2 verb /ˌmænjʊˈfæktʃər/

manufacture

Meaning

to produce goods in large quantities using machinery; to make or create something

Example

The company manufactures electronic devices for global markets.

B2 adjective /ʌnˈrɪəl/

unreal

Meaning

not real or not based on reality; exaggerated or imaginary

Example

The experience felt unreal after the sudden news.

B2 verb /dɪsˈmɪs/

dismiss

Meaning

to remove someone from a job or position; to decide something is not important

Example

The manager dismissed the employee for being late too often.

B2 verb /dɪˈfaɪ/

defy

Meaning

to openly resist or refuse to obey someone or something; to challenge or dare someone to do something

Example

The protesters continued to defy the government's ban on public gatherings.

B2 noun /ˈkænvəs/

canvas

Meaning

A strong, coarse cloth used for tents, sails, or painting.

Example

The artist prepared a canvas for his new painting.

B2 noun /ˈproʊtəkɔːl/

protocol

Meaning

an official procedure or system of rules

Example

The security team followed strict protocol during the event.

B2 adjective /ˈθɔːtˌproʊvɪkɪŋ/

thought-provoking

Meaning

stimulating careful consideration or thought

Example

The movie was deeply thought-provoking and left a lasting impression.

B2 adjective /ˈslʌɡ.ɪʃ/

Sluggish

Meaning

slow-moving; lacking energy or alertness; inactive

Example

The old computer became sluggish after running for hours.

B2 noun /nɒsˈtæl.dʒə/

nostalgia

Meaning

A sentimental longing for the past, typically for a period or place with happy personal associations.

Example

Listening to old songs fills me with nostalgia.

B2 noun ɑːmd ˈkɒn.flɪkt

armed conflict

Meaning

A contest of armed forces; warfare between opposing military forces.

Example

Armed conflict resulted in widespread devastation.

B2 verb /roʊm/

roam

Meaning

to walk or travel without a specific destination; to wander

Example

Wild animals roam freely in the forest.

B2 adjective /ˈsæv.ɪdʒ/

Savage

Meaning

extremely cruel or violent; wild and fierce; uncivilized

Example

The savage attack shocked everyone.

B2 verb, noun, adjective /ˈɔːltərnət/ (adj, noun), /ˈɔːltərˌneɪt/ (verb)

alternate

Meaning

to occur in turn repeatedly; to take turns; also, a substitute or replacement

Example

The students alternate between online and offline classes.

B2 noun /ˌɪnsɪˈkjʊərɪti/

insecurity

Meaning

lack of confidence or assurance; a state of uncertainty or vulnerability

Example

Her insecurity made her doubt her abilities despite her experience.

B2 noun ˈɡaɪd.laɪnz

guidelines

Meaning

Rules or instructions that are given by an official organization telling you how to do something

Example

Guidelines for AI usage are essential.

B2 adjective /ʃɪər/

Sheer

Meaning

complete; absolute; transparent; very steep

Example

It was sheer luck that we found the place.

B2 adjective ˈsɑːləm

solemn

Meaning

Formal and dignified; characterized by deep sincerity.

Example

The day begins with a solemn ceremony at the memorial.

B2 noun /ˈʌndərˌteɪkɪŋ/

undertaking

Meaning

A task, project, or responsibility that someone agrees to do.

Example

Starting a new company is a difficult undertaking.

B2 adjective /ˈsɪtʃueɪtɪd/

situated

Meaning

located in a particular place or position

Example

The hotel is situated near the beach.

B2 noun /ˌstɪm.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/

stimulation

Meaning

The action of arousing interest, enthusiasm, or excitement.

Example

Stimulation reduces stress and aids relaxation.

B2 noun /dɪˈnɒmɪˌneɪtər/

denominator

Meaning

the number below the line in a fraction; a common factor in a situation

Example

In the fraction 3/4, the number 4 is the denominator.

B2 verb /ˈtɑːləreɪt/

tolerate

Meaning

to accept or endure something unpleasant without complaining; to allow something to exist

Example

I cannot tolerate such rude behavior in my classroom.

B2 adjective /ˈprɒmɪnənt/

prominent

Meaning

Important, famous, or easily noticeable.

Example

He is a prominent leader in the community.

B2 noun /ˌreɡ.jʊˈlær.ɪ.ti/

Regularity

Meaning

the quality of being regular; occurring at fixed intervals or in a consistent pattern

Example

The regularity of his exercise routine helped him stay healthy.

B2 adverb /ɪkˈstɛnsɪvli/

extensively

Meaning

in a thorough or wide-ranging manner

Example

She traveled extensively across Europe for her research.

B2 noun/verb /eɪp/

ape

Meaning

a large primate similar to a monkey but without a tail; as a verb, to imitate or mimic

Example

Children often ape the behavior of adults.

B2 noun /ˈvæn.ɪ.ti/

Vanity

Meaning

excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements; the quality of being worthless or pointless

Example

Her vanity made her spend hours looking at herself in the mirror.

B2 adjective /ˈhɑlːoʊ/

Hollow

Meaning

having an empty space inside; lacking substance or meaning; insincere

Example

The hollow tree trunk provided shelter for small animals.

B2 noun /dʒɜːm/

germ

Meaning

a microscopic organism, especially one that causes disease

Example

Washing your hands helps prevent the spread of germs.

B2 adjective /ɪnˈseɪn/

insane

Meaning

mentally ill; extremely foolish or unreasonable

Example

The idea of jumping off the cliff seemed insane.

B2 verb /daɪˈdʒest/

digest

Meaning

to break down food in the body; to think about and understand

Example

It takes time to digest a heavy meal.

B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈiːt/

overeat

Meaning

To eat more food than the body needs.

Example

She tends to overeat when she is stressed.

B2 noun /ˈswiː.pər/

Sweeper

Meaning

a person whose job is to clean floors and streets by sweeping

Example

The sweeper cleaned the school corridor every morning.

B2 noun/verb /flɑːk/

flock

Meaning

a group of birds or animals; to gather or move in a crowd

Example

Tourists flocked to the beach during summer.

B2 adjective /prɪˈzentəbl/

Presentable

Meaning

neat and suitable for being seen in public; acceptable in appearance

Example

Make sure you look presentable for the job interview.

B2 noun /ˌɪntəˈrʌpʃən/

interruption

Meaning

the act of stopping or breaking the continuity of something; a pause caused by an external action

Example

The meeting was delayed due to an unexpected interruption.

B2 noun /stəˈbɪl.ə.ti/

Stability

Meaning

the state of being stable; firmness; steadiness

Example

Political stability is essential for economic growth.

B2 adjective /pəˈzes.ɪv/

Possessive

Meaning

showing a desire to own or control something; unwilling to share; jealously protective

Example

He is very possessive about his car.

B2 noun /ˌprɒsɪˈkjuːʃən/

prosecution

Meaning

The act of bringing a criminal charge against someone and pursuing legal action in court.

Example

The prosecution presented strong evidence against the defendant.

B2 noun /ˈlɒbi/

lobby

Meaning

a large open area near the entrance of a building; also a group trying to influence decisions.

Example

We met the manager in the hotel lobby before the meeting.

B2 noun /ˈfriː.kwən.si/

Frequency

Meaning

the rate at which something occurs or is repeated over a particular period of time

Example

The frequency of earthquakes in this region has increased dramatically over the past decade.

B2 noun /tʃɔːr/

chore

Meaning

A routine task, especially a household duty.

Example

Washing the dishes is my least favorite chore.

B2 verb /əˈkʌmpəni/

accompany

Meaning

to go somewhere with someone as a companion or escort

Example

She asked her friend to accompany her to the concert.

B2 noun /kɒd fɪʃ/

Cod fish

Meaning

A large marine fish with white flesh, commonly used for food

Example

The fisherman caught a large cod fish in the North Atlantic.

B2 adjective daɪˈdʒes.tɪv

digestive

Meaning

Relating to the digestion of food.

Example

Digestive enzymes help break down food.

B2 adjective /ˈvɪʃ.əs/

Vicious

Meaning

deliberately cruel or violent; having a savage nature

Example

The vicious dog attacked anyone who came near its territory.

B2 adjective /dɪm/

Dim

Meaning

not bright; having little light; faint

Example

The room was dim with only a small candle for light.

B2 noun ˈsəʊ.lər ˈen.ə.dʒi

solar energy

Meaning

Energy from the sun that is converted into thermal or electrical energy.

Example

Solar energy is vital for reducing carbon emissions.

B2 adjective /ˌtɛrɪˈtɔːriəl/

territorial

Meaning

Relating to the ownership or control of land or territory.

Example

The two countries had a territorial dispute over the island.

B2 adjective /prɪˈdɪktəbəl/

predictable

Meaning

able to be predicted or foreseen

Example

His reactions were predictable based on his past behavior.

B2 adjective /ɪnˈækjərət/

Inaccurate

Meaning

not correct; containing errors; wrong

Example

The weather forecast was inaccurate yesterday.

B2 noun /ˌriːprəˈdʌkʃən/

reproduction

Meaning

The process of producing offspring; the act of copying or duplicating.

Example

The textbook included a detailed diagram of human reproduction.

B2 verb /ˈstreɪtən/

straighten

Meaning

to make something straight or tidy; to correct or organize

Example

She straightened her hair before the meeting.

B2 noun /ˈsɛnsər/

sensor

Meaning

a device that detects or measures a physical property and records, indicates, or responds to it

Example

The motion sensor turned on the light automatically.

B2 verb /kənˈveɪ/

convey

Meaning

To communicate or make known; to transport or carry from one place to another.

Example

The teacher conveys the lesson clearly to students.

B2 noun /ɪˈfɛktɪvnəs/

effectiveness

Meaning

the degree to which something is successful in producing a desired result.

Example

The effectiveness of the new policy is still being evaluated.

B2 verb /rɪˈstreɪn/

restrain

Meaning

to hold back or control; to limit or restrict

Example

Please restrain your dog.

B2 adjective /ˌprɒb.ləˈmæt.ɪk/

Problematic

Meaning

causing problems; troublesome; difficult to deal with

Example

The new policy changes are problematic and need to be reviewed.

B2 noun /ˌledʒɪsˈleɪʃən/

legislation

Meaning

laws considered collectively, or the act of making laws

Example

The government passed new legislation to protect the environment.

B2 verb /plʌndʒ/

plunge

Meaning

to jump or dive quickly; to fall sharply

Example

She plunged into the swimming pool.

B2 adjective /kəˈmɛndəbl̩/

commendable

Meaning

deserving praise or approval

Example

Her dedication to the project was truly commendable.

B2 adverb /ˈhoʊli/

Wholly

Meaning

Entirely; completely; to the full extent

Example

I am wholly committed to this project.

B2 noun /ˈʃuːtɪŋ/

shooting

Meaning

the action of shooting a gun, camera, or similar device

Example

The shooting of the movie took several months.

B2 noun /ɪnˈtɛnt/

intent

Meaning

the purpose or reason behind an action; a strong determination to do something

Example

Her intent was to improve the quality of education in the community.

B2 adjective /ˈkaʊntləs/

countless

Meaning

too many to be counted; innumerable

Example

There are countless stars in the sky.

B2 noun /ˈfɪŋ.ɡər.prɪnt/

Fingerprint

Meaning

an impression or mark made on a surface by a person's fingertip; unique identification pattern

Example

The police found his fingerprints on the door handle at the crime scene.