A1 noun
C2 adjective /ˈtriːzənəbl/
treasonable
Meaning
Relating to or involving the crime of treason.
Example
The general was accused of treasonable conduct.
B1 noun, adjective, gerund /ˈæk.tɪŋ/
acting
Meaning
the art or profession of performing in plays, films, or television; temporary performance of duties; the process of performing an action
Example
She is studying acting to become a professional actress.
C2 adjective /ˈkrɒtʃ.ə.ti/
crotchety
Meaning
bad-tempered, easily annoyed, and often complaining
Example
The crotchety old man yelled at the children for playing near his house.
C1 verb /ɔːɡˈmɛnt/
augment
Meaning
To increase or strengthen something.
Example
The company plans to augment its workforce.
C2 noun /ˈθɔːməˌtɜrdʒɪst/
thaumaturgist
Meaning
A worker of miracles or magician.
Example
The thaumaturgist amazed the audience with his tricks.
A1 adjective /tɔːl/
tall
Meaning
having a greater than average height
Example
He is the tallest player on the team.
C1 noun /ˈskɛptɪk/
skeptic
Meaning
A person who doubts or questions accepted beliefs or claims.
Example
The scientist was a skeptic of theories without solid evidence.
B2 noun /ˈwɔtər ˈpjʊrəˌfaɪər/
Water purifier
Meaning
A device that removes contaminants and impurities from water to make it safe for drinking
Example
We installed a water purifier in our kitchen to ensure clean drinking water.
C1 adjective məˈdʒes.tɪk
Majestic
Meaning
Having impressive beauty, dignity, or grandeur; regal and stately in appearance.
Example
The majestic Himalayas stand tall against the sky.
C1 noun /ˈrəʊ.bɒt əˈsɪs.tɪd prəˈsiː.dʒərz/
robot-assisted procedures
Meaning
Medical operations performed with the help of robotic systems to enhance precision and control.
Example
Robot-assisted procedures reduce human error.
C1 noun /ˈprɛəri/
prairie
Meaning
A large open area of grassland, especially in North America.
Example
The bison roamed freely across the prairie.
C2 adjective /ˌhɑːrdˈbɪtn̩/
hard-bitten
Meaning
tough and experienced, not easily affected by emotions or hardship
Example
The hard-bitten detective showed no sign of surprise at the crime scene.
B1 adjective /draɪd/
dried
Meaning
without moisture; preserved by removing water
Example
She added some dried flowers to the vase for decoration.
B2 noun /ˈmɔɪs.tʃər/
Moisture
Meaning
water or dampness that exists in small amounts in the air or on a surface
Example
The skin cream helps retain moisture.
C2 verb /bɪˈhuːv/
behoove
Meaning
to be necessary, proper, or appropriate for someone to do
Example
It would behoove you to study before the exam.
C1 verb /rɒmp/
romp
Meaning
to play or move in a lively, carefree, and energetic way
Example
The children romped happily in the garden.
B1 noun riˈækʃən
reaction
Meaning
An action performed or a feeling experienced in response to a situation or event.
Example
The arrests triggered a reaction.
C2 noun/adjective /rɪˈmɒnstrənt/
remonstrant
Meaning
A person who makes a forceful protest (noun); protesting or objecting (adjective).
Example
He was a remonstrant voice in the assembly.
A1 adjective /ˈtwɛnti/
twenty
Meaning
the number equivalent to 20
Example
He is twenty years old.
C1 adjective /ˈplʌk.i/
plucky
Meaning
having or showing courage and determination
Example
The plucky child rescued the kitten from the tree.
B2 noun /ˈpraɪ.vət ˈtuː.tər/
Private tutor
Meaning
a teacher who gives individual instruction to a student outside of regular school
Example
The private tutor helped the student improve his math skills.
C2 noun /ˈdʒʌɡləri/
jugglery
Meaning
The performance of tricks and illusions, especially by sleight of hand.
Example
The magician's jugglery amazed the audience.
A2 noun /ˈfiː.lɪŋ/
Feeling
Meaning
an emotional state or reaction; the capacity to experience physical sensations
Example
She had a strange feeling that something important was about to happen.
B1 noun/adjective /ˌæfrɪkən əˈmɛrɪkən/
african-american
Meaning
A person of African descent living in or originating from the United States; relating to such people.
Example
She is proud of her African-American heritage.
B2 adjective ˈɪn.tɪ.ɡreɪ.tɪd
integrated
Meaning
Combining or coordinating separate elements so as to provide a harmonious, interrelated whole.
Example
Integrated systems optimize efficiency.
C2 adjective /ɪˈlɪmɪtəbl/
illimitable
Meaning
Without limits or bounds.
Example
The universe is often described as illimitable.
C1 adjective /tɜːrs/
terse
Meaning
brief and to the point; sparing in the use of words
Example
His reply was terse and ended the conversation quickly.
C1 noun ɪnˌten.sɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən
intensification
Meaning
The process of becoming or making something more intense or extreme.
Example
The intensification of climate change requires urgent action.
C1 adjective /ˈθɪŋ.kə.bəl/
thinkable
Meaning
Capable of being imagined or conceived; possible to consider or believe
Example
It is hard to believe that such an outcome is even thinkable.
B2 adjective ˈteɪləd
tailored
Meaning
Made or adapted for a particular purpose or person.
Example
He wore a tailored suit that complemented his physique perfectly.
A2 noun /ˈdʒɜːr.ni/
Journey
Meaning
an act of travelling from one place to another; a long and often difficult process of personal development
Example
Their journey across the country took three weeks to complete.
C2 adjective /ˈfluːviəl/
fluvial
Meaning
relating to or found in a river
Example
The fluvial deposits indicated the presence of an ancient river system.
B1 adjective /ˈdɛdɪˌkeɪtɪd/
dedicated
Meaning
devoted to a cause, task, or purpose
Example
She is a dedicated teacher who goes above and beyond for her students.
C2 noun /ˌfrɪdʒɪˈdɛːriəm/
frigidarium
Meaning
a large cold pool in ancient Roman baths used for cooling off after hot baths
Example
The ruins of the Roman frigidarium are still visible today.
B2 noun /ˈdʒel.ə.si/
Jealousy
Meaning
a feeling of envy of someone or their achievements; resentment against a rival
Example
His jealousy over his colleague's promotion led to tension in the workplace.
C1 adjective /ˈflaʊəri/
flowery
Meaning
Full of flowers or overly elaborate in style or language.
Example
She wrote a flowery letter filled with poetic phrases.
C2 noun /ˈmɛtəfɔːrm/
metaphorm
Meaning
A coined or rare term sometimes used to describe a hybrid form of metaphor and form in literature or art.
Example
The poet introduced a metaphorm to blend imagery with structure.
B2 noun /əˈɡrɛʃən/
aggression
Meaning
hostile or violent behavior towards others
Example
His sudden aggression surprised everyone in the meeting.
B2 noun prəʊb
probe
Meaning
An unmanned exploratory spacecraft designed to transmit information about its environment.
Example
The probe collected data from the planet's surface.
B2 verb /ˈsɪmbəlaɪz/
symbolize
Meaning
to represent or stand for something else
Example
The dove symbolizes peace across cultures.
C2 noun /ˈbɑːr.kəˌroʊl/
barcarole
Meaning
a traditional Venetian boat song, often in 6/8 time
Example
The orchestra played a beautiful barcarole that reminded me of Venice.
B2 adjective /kəmˈpætəbl/
compatible
Meaning
Able to exist or work together without conflict; harmonious.
Example
This software is compatible with both Windows and Mac systems.
B2 noun /pætʃ/
Patch
Meaning
a small piece of material used to mend a hole; a small area of something different
Example
She sewed a patch over the hole in her jeans.
A2 noun, verb /fɔːrm/
form
Meaning
the shape or structure of something; to bring something into existence
Example
Students filled out the registration form.
C1 verb /ˈænɪmeɪt/
animate
Meaning
to bring to life or make lively; to create animation for films or cartoons
Example
The artist will animate the characters for the movie.
B2 noun /ˌnəʊtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
notification
Meaning
an official or formal notice or message informing someone of something; an alert delivered by a system or device
Example
You will receive a notification when your application is approved.
B2 noun /ˌpɪə.riˈɒd.ɪ.kəl/
periodical
Meaning
a magazine or journal published at regular intervals
Example
She subscribed to a science periodical.
A2 noun /ˌɪn.trəˈdʌk.ʃən/
introduction
Meaning
the action of introducing something or someone; an opening or beginning part
Example
The professor gave a brief introduction before starting the lecture.
A2 noun, verb, adjective /ˈprɛzənt/
present
Meaning
existing or happening now; to give something to someone in a formal way
Example
She presented her report to the team yesterday.
C1 adverb /maɪˈnjuːtli/
Minutely
Meaning
in very small detail; extremely carefully
Example
The detective examined the evidence minutely.
B2 adjective /ˈtruːθ.fəl/
Truthful
Meaning
telling or expressing the truth; honest and sincere
Example
She was always truthful in her answers during the interview.
C2 noun /ˌɪnkænˈdɛsəns/
incandescence
Meaning
the emission of light from a hot object; brilliance
Example
The incandescence of the candle filled the dark room.
C2 noun /dʒæm/
jamb
Meaning
The side post or surface of a doorway, window, or fireplace.
Example
The carpenter carefully measured the width of the door jamb.
C1 adjective /əˈluːf/
aloof
Meaning
Not friendly or forthcoming; cool and distant.
Example
He remained aloof during the entire discussion.
C2 noun /ˈɔɪl.mən/
Oilman
Meaning
a person who works in the oil industry; someone who sells oil or petroleum products
Example
The oilman discovered a new oil field in the desert.
B1 verb /rɪˈtaɪə/
retire
Meaning
to stop working after reaching a certain age or having completed a career
Example
She decided to retire after working for 40 years.
C1 noun ˌfɔːtɪfɪˈkeɪʃn
fortification
Meaning
A defensive wall or other reinforcement built to strengthen a place against attack.
Example
The fortifications protected the city.
B2 noun /beɪs/
bass
Meaning
the lowest adult male singing voice; also, low-frequency sounds in music or a type of fish
Example
He played the bass guitar at the concert.
A1 adverb /naʊ/
now
Meaning
at the present moment or time
Example
I am studying now.
C2 verb /foʊˈmɛnt/
foment
Meaning
To instigate or stir up (an undesirable or violent sentiment or course of action).
Example
The rebel leader tried to foment unrest among the people.
C2 verb /ˌɡeɪnˈseɪ/
gainsay
Meaning
To deny, contradict, or speak against.
Example
No one could gainsay the evidence presented in court.
C1 noun /ˈvænɡɑːrd/
vanguard
Meaning
the forefront of an action, movement, or military force
Example
The company is at the vanguard of technological innovation.
B1 adjective /rɪˈpiː.tɪd/
Repeated
Meaning
done again; happening again; occurring multiple times
Example
He made repeated attempts to contact her.
C2 adjective /ˌɪndɪˈtɜːrmənət/
indeterminate
Meaning
Not exactly known, defined, or established; vague or uncertain.
Example
The project was delayed for an indeterminate amount of time.
A1 adverb /aʊt/
out
Meaning
moving or appearing away from the inside or center; not at home or present
Example
He stepped out of the room quietly.
A2 adjective /əˈsliːp/
asleep
Meaning
in a state of sleep
Example
The baby is fast asleep.
C2 noun /pɪˈlɑːf/
Pillaw
Meaning
a dish of rice cooked in seasoned broth, often with meat and vegetables
Example
We enjoyed a delicious chicken pillaw for dinner.
B1 noun /ˈlaɪtnɪŋ/
lightning
Meaning
a flash of light in the sky caused by electricity during a storm
Example
The lightning struck a tree near our house.
C1 verb /ɪˈdʒektɪd/
ejected
Meaning
to force someone or something to leave a place; to push or throw something out forcefully
Example
The pilot was ejected from the aircraft during the emergency.
B2 adjective /ˈɛθnɪk/
ethnic
Meaning
relating to a population subgroup with a common national or cultural tradition
Example
The festival celebrated the city's diverse ethnic communities.
C2 noun /tɔːˈtɒlədʒi/
tautology
Meaning
the unnecessary repetition of the same idea in different words
Example
The phrase 'it will happen or it won’t' is a tautology.
C2 noun /səˈvɑːnt/
savant
Meaning
a learned person, especially a distinguished scientist or scholar; sometimes used in the phrase ‘savant syndrome’ for someone with exceptional abilities alongside developmental differences
Example
The conference keynote was delivered by a linguistic savant who studies endangered languages.
A1 noun wɜːrdz
words
Meaning
A single distinct meaningful element of speech or writing, used with others to form communication.
Example
Learning new words expands vocabulary.
B2 noun /ˌkeɪ.pəˈbɪl.ə.ti/
capability
Meaning
The ability or capacity to do something.
Example
The telescope's capability is unparalleled.
C1 noun /ˈmælədi/
Malady
Meaning
A disease or ailment; a serious problem
Example
The doctor diagnosed a rare malady that affected her nervous system.
C1 noun /ɪnˌkɑːsəˈreɪʃən/
incarceration
Meaning
the state of being imprisoned or confined
Example
The criminal faced years of incarceration for his crimes.
C1 verb /rɪˈklaɪn/
recline
Meaning
To lean or lie back in a relaxed position.
Example
She reclined on the sofa with a book.
A2 noun /ˈkʌm.pə.ni/
company
Meaning
a business organization; the presence of other people
Example
She started her own company to sell handmade products.
A1 noun /ˈfæməli/
family
Meaning
A group consisting of parents and their children, or all the descendants of a common ancestor.
Example
She spends most of her weekends with her family.
B2 adjective /ˈkɒnʃəs/
conscious
Meaning
Aware of and responding to one's surroundings; awake.
Example
She was fully conscious after the surgery.
C1 noun /prəˈpɛlər/
propeller
Meaning
A mechanical device with blades that rotates to drive a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle forward.
Example
The airplane’s propeller cut through the air with great speed.
C2 noun /ˈbroʊmiːn/
bromine
Meaning
a dark red, dense, toxic liquid element used in making dyes, flame retardants, and medications
Example
Bromine is commonly used in water treatment chemicals.
C1 noun /ˌres.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/
Recitation
Meaning
the action of reciting or repeating aloud from memory
Example
The poetry recitation contest was held in the auditorium.
C2 adjective /ˌɛkjʊˈmɛnɪkəl/
ecumenical
Meaning
Promoting unity among different Christian churches or religions.
Example
The leaders gathered for an ecumenical conference to encourage dialogue.
C2 adjective /ˈbræsi/
brassy
Meaning
loud and showy in a way that lacks good taste; resembling brass in color or sound
Example
She wore a brassy necklace that caught everyone’s attention.
B1 adjective /ʃɛrd/
shared
Meaning
used, done, or experienced by two or more people together
Example
They live in a shared apartment near the university.
A1 adverb /soʊ/
so
Meaning
to such a degree or extent
Example
She was so happy with the gift.
B2 noun /ˈməʊtərɪst/
motorist
Meaning
a person who drives a motor vehicle, especially a car or motorcycle
Example
The motorist stopped to help after seeing the accident on the highway.
C2 noun /ˌɪntərˈlɒkjətər/
interlocutor
Meaning
a person who takes part in a conversation or dialogue
Example
She was a skilled interlocutor during the debate.
C2 adjective /rəˈpeɪ.ʃəs/
rapacious
Meaning
having an extreme desire to take things for oneself, greedy
Example
The rapacious landlord raised the rent without reason.
C1 noun /ˌriː.pəˈkʌʃ.ən/
repercussion
Meaning
An unintended consequence occurring some time after an event or action.
Example
The economic crisis had severe repercussions on global trade.
B1 noun /ˈrɛntəl/
rental
Meaning
an arrangement in which something is rented, or the amount paid for renting
Example
The car rental was more expensive than we expected.
C2 noun /pæˈstiːʃ/
pastiche
Meaning
a work of art, literature, or music that imitates the style of another artist, period, or genre
Example
The film was a clever pastiche of 1950s detective movies.
C1 adjective /pərˈpetʃuəl/
perpetual
Meaning
never-ending or continuous
Example
She lived in perpetual fear of being discovered.
B2 noun /ˈɡʌv.ən.əns/
governance
Meaning
The action or manner of governing and controlling a state or organization.
Example
Effective governance ensures sustainable development.
C1 verb /ɪmˈplɔːr/
implore
Meaning
To beg someone earnestly or desperately to do something.
Example
She implored him to stay with her.
B1 adjective /ˈɛnd.ləs/
Endless
Meaning
having no end; infinite; limitless
Example
The ocean seemed endless from the shore.
C2 adjective /pəˈrɛmptəri/
peremptory
Meaning
Insisting on immediate attention or obedience, especially in a commanding way.
Example
The officer gave a peremptory order to evacuate the building.
C1 noun/adjective /ˈstɜː.lɪŋ/
sterling
Meaning
British money, especially pounds; of excellent quality.
Example
She was praised for her sterling work on the project.
C1 adjective /ɔːˈneɪt/
ornate
Meaning
elaborately or highly decorated
Example
The palace hall was filled with ornate furniture and paintings.
C2 noun /dɪˈbɛntʃər/
debenture
Meaning
a type of debt instrument not secured by physical assets or collateral
Example
The company raised capital by issuing debentures to investors.
B2 noun/adjective /ˌædəˈlɛsənt/
adolescent
Meaning
A young person in the process of developing from a child into an adult.
Example
Adolescents often experience rapid physical and emotional changes.
A2 adjective /fɪfθ/
fifth
Meaning
constituting number five in a sequence
Example
She lives on the fifth floor of the building.
B2 adverb /ɪmˈpeɪʃəntli/
impatiently
Meaning
in a manner showing annoyance or restlessness due to delay or waiting
Example
She tapped her fingers impatiently while waiting for the reply.
A1 noun /ˈfriː taɪm/
free time
Meaning
time when a person is not working or occupied and can do activities they enjoy
Example
She likes to read books in her free time.
C1 verb /kənˈsɛptʃuəlaɪz/
conceptualize
Meaning
to form an idea or concept of something in your mind
Example
The artist conceptualized a new design for the exhibition.
C2 verb /məʊlt/
molt
Meaning
To shed old feathers, skin, or hair to make way for new growth.
Example
Birds molt their feathers once a year.
A2 adjective /fænˈtæstɪk/
Fantastic
Meaning
extremely good; wonderful; excellent
Example
The movie was absolutely fantastic!
C1 verb /dɪˈraɪd/
deride
Meaning
to mock or ridicule someone or something
Example
The critics derided the new movie for its poor script.
C1 noun ˌtraɪ.bjuˈnæl əv ˈdʒʌs.tɪs
tribunal of justice
Meaning
A court of justice or judicial body that settles disputes or tries offenses.
Example
The Tribunal of Justice started the hearings promptly.
B2 adjective /praɪm/
prime
Meaning
Of the best quality; most important; peak condition.
Example
She is in the prime of her career.
C2 adjective /ˈmiːliˌmaʊðd/
mealymouthed
Meaning
not willing to speak directly and honestly; evasive in speech
Example
The politician gave a mealymouthed response to the tough question.
B1 noun /ˈɪnkʌm/
income
Meaning
money received for work or through investments
Example
His monthly income is enough to support his family.
A2 noun /ˈbɪz.nəs/
Business
Meaning
work relating to the production, buying, and selling of goods or services
Example
He started his own business after graduating from university.
B2 noun /dɪˈpreʃ.ən/
Depression
Meaning
a mental health condition characterized by persistent sadness; a severe economic downturn
Example
The therapist helped her cope with depression through cognitive behavioral therapy.
C2 adjective /ˈtɔːrpɪd/
torpid
Meaning
Mentally or physically inactive; sluggish or lethargic.
Example
After the long hike, he felt torpid and unmotivated.
B1 noun /ˈhæm.ər/
Hammer
Meaning
a tool with a heavy metal head for hitting nails or breaking things
Example
She used a hammer to nail the picture frame to the wall.
C2 verb /ɪˈniː.bri.eɪt/
inebriate
Meaning
to intoxicate; to make someone drunk
Example
The strong wine was enough to inebriate even the most experienced drinker.
C1 noun /rɛnˈdɪʃən/
rendition
Meaning
a performance or interpretation of a piece of art, music, or text
Example
The singer gave a moving rendition of the classic song.
C2 adjective /ˈlɪsɪt/
licit
Meaning
Permitted by law or by rules; legal.
Example
The trade of certain goods is licit under international law.