A2 noun
C2 adjective /bəˈθɛt.ɪk/
bathetic
Meaning
displaying insincere or trivial emotion; producing an unintended ridiculous effect through sudden change from serious to silly
Example
The movie's ending was unintentionally bathetic rather than tragic.
C2 adjective /ʌnˈlɛtəd/
unlettered
Meaning
lacking education or the ability to read and write; illiterate
Example
The unlettered villagers relied on oral traditions to preserve their history.
C2 noun /dɪˈspɔɪlər/
despoiler
Meaning
A person who robs, plunders, or violently takes things from others.
Example
The despoilers left the city in ruins.
B2 noun /ˌrɛɡ.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən/
regulation
Meaning
A rule or directive made and maintained by an authority.
Example
Government regulation ensures fair business practices.
C2 noun /haɪnd/
Hind
Meaning
a female deer, especially a red deer
Example
The hind protected her fawn from predators.
C1 noun /sɪˈkluːʒən/
seclusion
Meaning
The state of being private, away from other people.
Example
She spent the weekend in complete seclusion in her cabin.
C2 verb /ˈflʌməks/
flummox
Meaning
To confuse or bewilder someone completely.
Example
The complicated puzzle flummoxed the students.
B2 noun /sɛnˈseɪʃən/
Sensation
Meaning
a physical feeling or perception resulting from something that happens to or comes into contact with the body; a widespread reaction of interest and excitement
Example
The new singer became an overnight sensation.
B2 verb /ˈkaʊnsəl/
counsel
Meaning
to give professional advice or guidance to someone
Example
The teacher counseled the students on their career choices.
B2 noun/verb /ˈtʃɑːrtər/
charter
Meaning
a written document granting rights or privileges; to hire a vehicle or vessel for temporary use
Example
The company decided to charter a bus for the trip.
C2 adjective /ˈleɪ.baɪl/ or /ˈlæb.aɪl/
labile
Meaning
easily altered or unstable; prone to change
Example
Her mood was so labile that it changed several times in an hour.
C2 adverb /əˈmʌk/
amok
Meaning
Behaving uncontrollably and disruptively.
Example
The angry mob ran amok after the verdict was announced.
C2 noun /ˈveɪnɡlɔːri/
vainglory
Meaning
Excessive vanity or boastfulness about one's achievements.
Example
His speech was filled with vainglory and self-praise.
A2 noun, verb, adjective /saʊnd/
sound
Meaning
a sensation perceived by the ear; to make or cause to make a noise; in good condition
Example
The bell sounded across the valley.
C2 verb /ˌriːkruːˈdɛs/
recrudesce
Meaning
to break out or appear again after a period of dormancy or decline
Example
After months of calm, violence recrudesced in the region.
B2 noun /ˈdiːmən/
demon
Meaning
an evil spirit or devil
Example
The story was about a demon who haunted the village.
B2 noun /briz/
Breeze
Meaning
a gentle wind; something that is achieved with ease
Example
The cool ocean breeze made the hot summer day more pleasant.
C2 noun /ˈpɒm.əl/
pommel
Meaning
the rounded knob on the handle of a sword or saddle
Example
He gripped the sword firmly by the pommel.
C2 verb /ˈsɪmpər/
simper
Meaning
to smile in a silly, self-conscious, or affected way
Example
She simpered at his compliment, clearly embarrassed.
C1 verb /ˌrevəˈluːʃənaɪz/
revolutionize
Meaning
Change (something) radically or fundamentally.
Example
Artificial intelligence is set to revolutionize the healthcare sector.
B2 noun /prəˈtɛstər/
protester
Meaning
a person who takes part in a protest or demonstration
Example
The protester spoke passionately about the cause.
B2 noun /prəˈvɪʒ.ən/
Provision
Meaning
supplies of food and other necessary things; arrangement or preparation
Example
The government made provision for emergency supplies during the flood.
B2 adjective /ˌsuː.pəˈnætʃ.ər.əl/
Supernatural
Meaning
relating to things that cannot be explained by natural or scientific laws; beyond the normal or physical world
Example
The old house was said to have supernatural powers.
C2 adjective /ˈsmɑːrmi/
smarmy
Meaning
Excessively flattering or ingratiating, often insincerely.
Example
The salesman gave a smarmy pitch that felt fake.
B2 noun /ˈflɒrɪst/
florist
Meaning
A person who sells and arranges flowers.
Example
We bought a bouquet from the local florist.
B2 noun /ˈɡræs.hɒp.ər/
Grass-hopper
Meaning
a jumping insect with long hind legs that feeds on grass and plants
Example
The grasshopper jumped from one leaf to another.
C1 noun /truːp/
troupe
Meaning
A group of dancers, actors, or performers who work together.
Example
The theater troupe performed brilliantly on stage.
B1 noun ədˈvɛnʧər ˈsiːkərz
Adventure Seekers
Meaning
People who actively look for exciting and potentially risky activities or experiences.
Example
Sajek Valley is a popular destination for adventure seekers.
B2 noun /ɡlɪmps/
Glimpse
Meaning
a momentary or partial view; a brief look or sight of something
Example
Through the window, I caught a glimpse of the beautiful garden behind the house.
A2 adjective /ˈnɔː.məl/
Normal
Meaning
usual; typical; conforming to a standard; healthy
Example
It's normal to feel nervous before an important exam.
A2 adjective, adverb /ˈfæstər/
faster
Meaning
moving or able to move quickly; more quickly than usual
Example
This car is faster than the old one.
B1 noun /məˈdʒɪʃən/
magician
Meaning
A person who performs tricks and illusions for entertainment or one believed to have magical powers.
Example
The magician pulled a rabbit out of his hat.
B1 verb /əˈsɪst/
assist
Meaning
to help or support someone in doing something
Example
The nurse will assist the doctor during the surgery.
B2 verb /kəmˈpɛl/
compel
Meaning
To force or drive someone to do something.
Example
The law compels citizens to pay taxes.
C2 noun /əˈrɔɪ.oʊ/
arroyo
Meaning
A dry creek or stream bed that temporarily fills with water after heavy rain.
Example
After the storm, the arroyo quickly filled with rushing water.
C1 adjective /ˈɡlɛrɪŋ/
glaring
Meaning
Extremely obvious or shining intensely.
Example
There was a glaring mistake in the report.
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.
C1 noun /ˈmɪs.hæp/
Mishap
Meaning
An unlucky accident or unfortunate event, typically minor
Example
The cooking mishap resulted in a burnt dinner.
A2 verb /ˈtʃeɪndʒɪŋ/
changing
Meaning
The act of becoming different; ongoing process of change.
Example
The weather is changing rapidly.
C1 noun /ˈɡæmbɪt/
gambit
Meaning
a calculated move or remark intended to gain an advantage, especially in chess or conversation
Example
His opening gambit in the debate caught everyone by surprise.
C1 adjective /ˈpɜːrsənəbl/
personable
Meaning
having a pleasant appearance and manner; attractive and friendly
Example
The new teacher is very personable and easy to talk to.
A1 verb /əˈɡriː/
agree
Meaning
to have the same opinion; to consent; to be in harmony
Example
We all agree that the plan is excellent.
B2 noun /ˈaʊt.breɪk/
Out-break
Meaning
a sudden occurrence or eruption of something, especially disease or violence
Example
The outbreak of flu affected many students in the school.
B1 noun ˈkɒnsept
concept
Meaning
An abstract idea or general notion
Example
The concept of chasing two rabbits teaches focus.
C2 noun /ˈdʒaɪər/
gyre
Meaning
A circular or spiral motion or form, especially a giant circular oceanic surface current.
Example
The Great Pacific Garbage Patch is trapped in a gyre.
C1 verb /ˌrekəˈlekt/
recollect
Meaning
to remember something; to recall from memory
Example
I can't recollect where I put my keys.
B1 noun /foʊk/
folk
Meaning
people in general, often referring to a group or community
Example
Country folk often live a simple life.
B1 noun ˈplænɪŋ
planning
Meaning
The process of making plans for something; the control of urban development by a local government authority.
Example
Effective planning ensures better waste management.
B2 adjective /ʌnˈsiːn/
Unseen
Meaning
not previously seen or noticed; invisible; hidden
Example
The unseen forces of nature can be very powerful.
A1 verb /ʃoʊ/
show
Meaning
to display or present something to others; to make visible
Example
Can you show me the way to the station?
C1 adjective ˈfjuː.taɪl
futile
Meaning
Incapable of producing any useful result; pointless.
Example
His attempts to change the situation were futile.
C2 noun /ˈvæləns/
valance
Meaning
A decorative drapery hung across the top of a window or bed.
Example
She chose a floral valance to match the curtains in her bedroom.
A2 adjective /smɑːrt/
Smart
Meaning
intelligent; quick-witted; well-dressed; stylish
Example
She made a smart decision to invest in technology stocks.
C1 verb /ˈnɪbəl/
nibble
Meaning
to take small bites of food
Example
The rabbit nibbled on a carrot.
B2 noun /ˈpɒm.ɪˌɡræn.ɪt/
Pomegranate
Meaning
a round fruit with thick red skin containing many small red seeds with juice
Example
The pomegranate seeds were sweet and refreshing.
C2 verb /ˌmɪskənˈstruː/
misconstrue
Meaning
To interpret something wrongly or misunderstand the meaning.
Example
She misconstrued his silence as anger.
B2 noun /ˈrɛzərvwɑːr/
reservoir
Meaning
A large natural or artificial lake used as a source of water supply.
Example
The city built a new reservoir to ensure enough drinking water for its residents.
C1 adjective ɪnˈsaɪ.sɪv
incisive
Meaning
Intelligently analytical and clear-thinking; showing clear thought and good understanding of what is important.
Example
His incisive comments revealed the core issues.
C2 adjective /ˌvælɪˈdɪktəri/
valedictory
Meaning
Serving as a farewell or parting; relating to a valediction.
Example
He delivered a valedictory speech at the conference.
A2 noun /ˈsoʊ.fə/
Sofa
Meaning
a long upholstered seat for more than one person
Example
The family gathered on the sofa to watch TV.
C2 noun /ˈfɜːrnəri/
fernery
Meaning
a place or greenhouse where ferns are cultivated
Example
The garden's fernery was full of exotic plants.
C2 noun /ˈfrɔːdjʊləns/
fraudulence
Meaning
The quality or state of being fraudulent; deceitfulness.
Example
The audit revealed fraudulence in the financial statements.
C1 adjective /dɪˈvaʊt/
devout
Meaning
Deeply religious or sincere.
Example
He is a devout believer who prays every day.
C2 noun /kəmˈpɛndiəm/
compendium
Meaning
A collection of concise but detailed information about a subject.
Example
The book is a compendium of ancient myths and legends.
C2 verb /dɪsˈroʊb/
disrobe
Meaning
to remove one's clothes
Example
The monk disrobed before entering the river.
C2 adjective /eɪˈsɛptɪk/
aseptic
Meaning
Free from contamination caused by harmful microorganisms; sterile.
Example
Surgeons must work in an aseptic environment to prevent infection.
C2 adjective /ˌɪm.pəˈfɛk.tə.bəl/
imperfectible
Meaning
Incapable of being made perfect or complete.
Example
Some human qualities are considered imperfectible.
B2 adverb /ˈmen.tə.li/
Mentally
Meaning
relating to the mind; in terms of mental processes
Example
She was mentally preparing herself for the exam.
B2 noun /ˌvɪz.ɪˈbɪlɪti/
visibility
Meaning
The state of being able to see or be seen; exposure or prominence.
Example
Increased visibility on social media can help businesses grow.
C2 noun /ɪˌledʒ.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/
Illegibility
Meaning
the quality of being impossible or difficult to read; unclear writing or print
Example
The doctor's handwriting was famous for its illegibility among the pharmacy staff.
B1 noun ˈseɪ.vɪŋ
saving
Meaning
The practice of keeping and accumulating money for future use rather than spending it immediately.
Example
Regular saving habits ensure financial security.
C1 adjective /moʊv/
mauve
Meaning
a pale purple color with a grayish or bluish tinge
Example
She wore a beautiful mauve dress to the party.
C1 adjective /ˌʌnfɔːrθˈkʌmɪŋ/
unforthcoming
Meaning
Not willing to talk or provide information; uncooperative.
Example
The witness was unforthcoming about what he had seen.
C2 noun /ˈdʒʌɡjələr/
jugular
Meaning
A large vein in the neck that carries blood from the head back to the heart.
Example
The doctor checked the patient's jugular vein for signs of pressure.
C1 verb /kənˈtɛkstʃuəlaɪz/
contextualize
Meaning
to place something in a context or interpret it in relation to its surroundings
Example
The teacher contextualized the historical event to make it more relevant for students.
B2 noun /bɑnd/
Bond
Meaning
a close connection joining two or more people; a certificate of debt issued by a government or corporation
Example
The strong bond between the mother and child was evident.
A1 determiner/pronoun /iːtʃ/
each
Meaning
every one of two or more people or things considered separately
Example
Each student received a certificate.
B2 noun /ˈnɒvəlɪst/
novelist
Meaning
a person who writes novels
Example
The novelist spent years writing his new book.
A2 noun /ˈwɛdɪŋ/
wedding
Meaning
a marriage ceremony, especially considered as including the associated celebrations
Example
They are planning a wedding in the summer.
C1 adjective /ˈpɔɪ.njənt/
poignant
Meaning
evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret; deeply touching
Example
The movie's ending was so poignant that many in the audience were moved to tears.
A2 noun ɪˈvɛnts
events
Meaning
A thing that happens, especially one of importance.
Example
Several events were held across the country.
A2 verb /ˈædvərˌtaɪz/
advertise
Meaning
to promote or publicize a product or service
Example
They advertise their products on television.
C1 noun /ˈkærət/
karat
Meaning
A unit for measuring the purity of gold, with 24 karats being pure gold.
Example
The ring was made of 18-karat gold.
B2 adjective səˈfɪs.tɪ.keɪ.tɪd
sophisticated
Meaning
Having great knowledge or experience of the world and knowing about fashion, culture, and other things that people think are socially important; highly developed or complex.
Example
Sophisticated designs enhance aesthetics.
C1 noun /ˈdɑːrwɪnɪzəm/
darwinism
Meaning
the theory of biological evolution developed by Charles Darwin, emphasizing natural selection
Example
Darwinism revolutionized the way scientists understood the origin of species.
C2 noun /ˈdɛvɪlri/
devilry
Meaning
Wicked or cruel behavior; mischievous actions.
Example
The children were full of devilry on Halloween night.
B2 verb /soʊ/
sow
Meaning
to plant seeds in the ground; to scatter seeds for growing
Example
The farmer will sow wheat seeds in the field tomorrow.
A1 noun /wɒnt/
Want
Meaning
lack or shortage of something; poverty or need
Example
There is a want of fresh water in the drought-affected areas.
C1 noun /stɪnt/
stint
Meaning
a period of time spent doing a particular job or activity
Example
She did a short stint as a teacher before moving abroad.
C2 noun /ˈaɪdlər/
idler
Meaning
A person who avoids work or spends time lazily.
Example
He was known as an idler who wasted his days.
A2 noun /dʒuːs/
Juice
Meaning
the liquid obtained from or present in fruit or vegetables; the liquid that comes from meat when it is cooked
Example
The fresh apple juice was delicious and packed with vitamins.
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.
C1 adjective /stjuːˈpɛndəs/
stupendous
Meaning
extremely impressive; amazing in size, degree, or excellence
Example
The magician’s performance was simply stupendous.
A1 noun /dʒʌmp/
Jump
Meaning
an act of jumping; a sudden movement upwards or forwards
Example
The athlete made a perfect jump over the high bar.
A2 verb /səˈpɔːrt/
support
Meaning
to help or assist someone; to hold up or bear the weight of something
Example
The family will support their son through his studies.
B2 noun /dɪsˈmɪsl̩/
dismissal
Meaning
the act of removing someone from their job; the act of treating something as unimportant
Example
His unfair dismissal led to a lawsuit against the company.
B2 noun /ˈteɪbəlˌspun/
tablespoon
Meaning
a spoon used for serving or eating food, typically holding about 15 milliliters
Example
She stirred the soup with a tablespoon.
C2 noun /dɪsˈtɛmpər/
distemper
Meaning
a viral disease affecting animals, especially dogs; also refers to a state of disorder
Example
The dog was diagnosed with distemper and needed immediate care.
C1 adjective /ˈsted.fæst/
Steadfast
Meaning
firm in belief, determination, or adherence; unwavering
Example
She remained steadfast in her commitment to helping the poor.
B1 noun zəʊn
zone
Meaning
An area or stretch of land having a particular characteristic, purpose, or use, or subject to particular restrictions.
Example
Industrial zones attract investments.
C1 noun /ɛkˈspeɪtriət/
expatriate
Meaning
a person who lives outside their native country
Example
Many expatriates gather in the city’s international community.
C1 noun /ɪnˈdaɪtmənt/
indictment
Meaning
a formal charge or accusation of a serious crime
Example
The indictment accused the company of multiple violations.
C2 noun /ˌkɛəriˈætɪd/
caryatid
Meaning
A stone carving of a draped female figure, used as a supporting column in architecture.
Example
The ancient temple featured a caryatid holding up the roof.
A2 noun /ʃɪp/
Ship
Meaning
a large watercraft that travels the world's oceans and seas
Example
The cargo ship departed from the port at dawn.
C1 noun /ˈɑː.kɪ.taɪp/
archetype
Meaning
A very typical example of a certain person or thing; an original model or prototype.
Example
This painting is the archetype of modern art.
C2 adjective /ˌɛfləˈrɛsənt/
efflorescent
Meaning
in the process of blooming or flourishing
Example
The efflorescent trees made the park look beautiful.
B2 verb /blʌf/
bluff
Meaning
to deceive someone by pretending to have strength, knowledge, or resources that one does not actually possess
Example
He tried to bluff his way into the exclusive club.
B2 adjective /ˈlæstɪŋ/
Lasting
Meaning
enduring for a long time; permanent; durable
Example
Their friendship had a lasting impact on both their lives.
B2 noun /ɪnˈvɛstɪˌɡeɪtər/
investigator
Meaning
a person who carries out a formal inquiry or investigation
Example
The investigator gathered evidence from the crime scene.
C1 noun /ˈneɪ.vəl fɔːrs/
Naval Force
Meaning
the branch of a nation's armed services that conducts military operations at sea
Example
The naval force protected the country's coastline from enemy attacks.
C1 noun /ˈklɛmənsi/
clemency
Meaning
mercy, leniency, or forgiveness shown towards someone
Example
The judge showed clemency and reduced his sentence.
B1 verb /dɪˈlɪvər/
deliver
Meaning
to bring or hand over something to the intended recipient
Example
The courier will deliver the package tomorrow.
B2 adjective /kræmpt/
cramped
Meaning
uncomfortably small or restricted
Example
The room was so cramped that we could barely move.
C1 noun /ˈhæv.ək/
Havoc
Meaning
widespread destruction; great confusion or disorder; chaos
Example
The hurricane wreaked havoc on the coastal towns, destroying homes and businesses.
C1 noun /ˌpɒl.iˈtek.nɪk/
polytechnic
Meaning
an educational institution offering practical and technical courses
Example
She studied engineering at a well-known polytechnic in her city.
C2 noun /ˈmælɪt fɪʃ/
Mallet fish
Meaning
A marine fish with a hard shell-like covering, found in coastal waters
Example
The mallet fish is known for its unique protective shell covering.
B1 verb /stɛə/
stare
Meaning
to look at something with a fixed gaze
Example
She stared at the painting for hours.
C1 noun /ˈmætɪneɪ/
matinee
Meaning
A performance, especially a play or movie, that takes place in the afternoon.
Example
We bought tickets for the Sunday afternoon matinee.
C1 adjective /ʌnˈθɪŋkɪŋ/
unthinking
Meaning
done without careful thought; automatic or thoughtless
Example
His unthinking remark hurt her feelings.
C1 adjective /ˈrez.ə.luːt/
Resolute
Meaning
determined; having a firm decision; unwavering
Example
She remained resolute in her decision to pursue her dreams.