C2 noun mɒnəˈtɑːskɪŋ

monotasking

Meaning

The practice of dedicating oneself to a given task and minimizing potential interruptions until the task is completed or a significant period of time has elapsed.

Example

Monotasking can often lead to higher quality work.

B2 verb /smæʃ/

smash

Meaning

to break something into pieces violently

Example

She smashed the glass in frustration.

C1 adjective /prɪˈsɪpɪtəs/

precipitous

Meaning

Extremely steep or sudden; done quickly without careful consideration.

Example

The hikers struggled to climb the precipitous slope.

A2 noun ˈtem.pər.ə.tʃər

temperature

Meaning

The degree or intensity of heat present in a substance or object.

Example

Rising temperatures affect agricultural output.

B1 noun /ˈspɪn.ɪtʃ/

Spinach

Meaning

a vegetable with large dark green leaves that are eaten cooked or uncooked

Example

Fresh spinach is very nutritious.

B1 adjective /ˈɡɪvən/

given

Meaning

Specified or stated; already decided or certain.

Example

It is a given fact that hard work leads to success.

B2 noun /ˈkɒn.ʃəs.nəs/

consciousness

Meaning

The state of being aware of and able to think about one's existence, sensations, thoughts, and surroundings.

Example

Meditation helps improve consciousness and clarity of thought.

C1 noun /ˈpoʊdiətrɪst/

podiatrist

Meaning

a doctor specializing in foot care

Example

I have an appointment with the podiatrist for my ankle pain.

A2 noun/verb /ˈkɒntækt/

contact

Meaning

Communication or connection with someone.

Example

You should contact your doctor if symptoms persist.

C1 adjective /ˈɔːrθədɑːks/

orthodox

Meaning

conforming to traditional beliefs or practices

Example

He comes from a very orthodox family.

B1 adjective /ˈriː.zən.ə.bəl/

Reasonable

Meaning

fair and sensible; not too expensive; logical and practical

Example

The hotel offers reasonable prices for quality accommodation.

C1 noun səbˈsɪs.təns

subsistence

Meaning

The action or fact of maintaining or supporting oneself at a minimum level.

Example

Many farmers depend on subsistence agriculture.

B2 adjective /ˈvɜː.bəl/

verbal

Meaning

Relating to or in the form of words; spoken rather than written.

Example

Verbal communication is essential in most situations.

C1 verb /sɪndʒ/

singe

Meaning

To burn something superficially or lightly, especially at the edges.

Example

The fire singed his eyebrows.

B2 adjective /ˈɔː.də.li/

Orderly

Meaning

well-organized; systematic; peaceful

Example

Please keep your desk orderly and clean.

C2 adjective /ˈhæl.si.ən/

halcyon

Meaning

calm, peaceful, and happy; denoting a period of time in the past that was idyllically happy and peaceful

Example

She often reminisces about the halcyon days of her childhood.

B1 noun /ˌdek.əˈreɪ.ʃən/

Decoration

Meaning

the process or art of decorating something; ornamental items used to beautify

Example

The Christmas decoration transformed the ordinary room into a festive wonderland.

C2 noun /prɒɡˌnɒstɪˈkeɪʃən/

prognostication

Meaning

The act of foretelling or predicting future events.

Example

The astrologer's prognostication fascinated the audience.

C2 adjective /ˈklɔɪ.ɪŋ/

cloying

Meaning

too sweet, rich, or sentimental, making it unpleasant

Example

The dessert was so cloying that I couldn't finish it.

B2 noun /ˈbrʌðərhʊd/

brotherhood

Meaning

The relationship between brothers; an association of people with common interests

Example

The soldiers shared a strong sense of brotherhood.

C2 noun /ˌrɛtəˈrɪʃən/

rhetorician

Meaning

A person who is skilled in the art of rhetoric or persuasive speaking/writing.

Example

The rhetorician captivated the audience with his eloquence.

A1 noun /ˈflaʊər/

flower

Meaning

the seed-bearing part of a plant, often colorful and fragrant, that blossoms

Example

The garden was full of colorful flowers.

B1 adjective /dɪˈmændɪŋ/

demanding

Meaning

requiring much effort, skill, or attention; difficult to satisfy

Example

The job is very demanding and requires long hours of work.

C2 verb /ˈstjuːpɪˌfaɪ/

stupefy

Meaning

to make someone unable to think clearly, usually because of surprise or shock

Example

The magician's tricks stupefied the audience.

C1 noun /ˈstɪmjʊlənt/

stimulant

Meaning

A substance that raises levels of physiological or nervous activity in the body.

Example

Coffee is a common stimulant that helps people stay awake.

B1 adverb /ˌæbsəˈluːtli/

Absolutely

Meaning

completely; totally; without exception

Example

I absolutely agree with your decision.

C1 verb /dɪsˈtrʌst/

distrust

Meaning

to have no confidence or trust in someone or something

Example

Many people distrust politicians.

C2 adjective /sɛnˈtrɪpɪtəl/

centripetal

Meaning

Moving or directed toward a center.

Example

Centripetal force keeps the planets in orbit around the sun.

B1 verb /swɪtʃ/

switch

Meaning

to change from one thing to another; to exchange or replace

Example

I switched from coffee to tea.

C2 noun /ˈdaɪˌsɪləbəl/

disyllable

Meaning

a word consisting of two syllables

Example

The word 'happy' is a disyllable.

C2 noun /kwɪˈɛsəns/

quiescence

Meaning

A state of quietness, inactivity, or dormancy.

Example

The volcano has been in a state of quiescence for decades.

B2 adjective /ˈseɪ.krɪd/

Sacred

Meaning

connected with God or a god; considered holy; worthy of religious worship

Example

The sacred temple was visited by thousands of pilgrims.

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.

C2 verb /ɪnˈskɒns/

ensconce

Meaning

to settle comfortably or securely in a place; to hide or shelter firmly

Example

She ensconced herself in a cozy armchair by the fireplace.

A1 noun /siː/

Sea

Meaning

a large body of salt water that covers most of the earth's surface

Example

We went swimming in the sea.

B2 noun ˈnɒv.əl.ti

novelty

Meaning

The quality of being new, original, or unusual; a new or unfamiliar thing or experience.

Example

The novelty of the invention attracted investors.

C1 adjective /priːˈɛmɪnənt/

preeminent

Meaning

Surpassing all others; very distinguished in some way.

Example

She is a preeminent scientist in the field of genetics.

B2 verb /ədˈmɪnɪstər/

administer

Meaning

to manage or control the running of; to give or apply medicine or treatment

Example

The nurse will administer the vaccine to all patients.

A1 noun/verb /fɪlm/

film

Meaning

a motion picture or movie; or to record on camera

Example

They watched a film together on the weekend.

C1 noun /ˈsæl.mən fɪʃ / ˈroʊ.huː/

Salmon fish / Rohu

Meaning

a freshwater fish popular in South Asian cuisine; also refers to salmon which is a different species

Example

Rohu fish is commonly prepared with spices in Bengali households.

B2 adjective /ˌkɒn.fɪˈden.ʃəl/

Confidential

Meaning

secret; private; intended to be kept secret

Example

Please keep this information confidential.

B2 adverb /ˈæktɪvli/

actively

Meaning

in a way that involves energetic participation or effort

Example

He is actively involved in community service.

A2 verb /əˈpɒlədʒaɪz/

apologize

Meaning

to say sorry for something wrong you have done

Example

He apologized for being late to the meeting.

C1 adjective /ˈmɜː.sɪ.ləs/

Merciless

Meaning

showing no mercy or pity; cruel and heartless

Example

The merciless dictator showed no compassion.

C1 verb /ˈsætʃəˌreɪt/

saturate

Meaning

to fill completely with something until no more can be absorbed

Example

The heavy rain saturated the ground within minutes.

C2 adjective /kənˈkɒmɪtənt/

concomitant

Meaning

Naturally accompanying or associated with something.

Example

Increased stress is often concomitant with long working hours.

C2 noun /kənˈkɔːrdəns/

concordance

Meaning

Agreement; also an alphabetical index of the principal words in a book.

Example

There is a strong concordance between the two reports.

C2 verb /ˈrɔɪstər/

roister

Meaning

to revel noisily; to engage in loud, boisterous celebration

Example

The fans roistered in the streets after the victory.

B2 noun /ˈfɪks.tʃər/

fixture

Meaning

a permanent or fixed object, often in a house or building

Example

The bathroom fixture was installed yesterday.

B1 adjective /ˈsætɪsfaɪd/

satisfied

Meaning

Pleased or content with what has been achieved or received.

Example

He felt satisfied after finishing his project.

C1 adjective /ˈpær.ə.nɔɪd/

paranoid

Meaning

having an unreasonable fear or suspicion of others

Example

She became paranoid after hearing strange noises outside.

C1 noun /ˈkɜːrfjuː/

curfew

Meaning

a rule requiring people to stay indoors after a certain time, usually at night

Example

The city imposed a curfew during the unrest.

C2 adjective /ˌɪnˌɑːpərˈtuːn/

inopportune

Meaning

Happening at a bad or inconvenient time.

Example

His call came at the most inopportune moment.

C1 noun kənˈsɔː.ti.əm

consortium

Meaning

An association of several companies or organizations formed to undertake an enterprise beyond the resources of any one member.

Example

The consortium worked collaboratively to build the cable.

B2 verb /ɪnˈtaɪtəl/

entitle

Meaning

to give someone the right to have or do something

Example

Employees are entitled to receive paid holidays.

C2 noun /ˈɡɑːrɡɔɪl/

gargoyle

Meaning

A carved stone figure, often of a grotesque creature, on a building, typically used as a spout to carry water away.

Example

The ancient cathedral had gargoyles on every corner.

C2 noun /rɪˌkrɪmɪˈneɪʃən/

recrimination

Meaning

an accusation made in response to an accusation; mutual blaming

Example

The debate quickly descended into mutual recriminations.

B1 noun /ɪkˈstent/

Extent

Meaning

the area covered by something; the degree to which something has spread

Example

The extent of the damage caused by the flood was enormous.

C2 noun /klɛərˈvɔɪəns/

clairvoyance

Meaning

the supposed ability to perceive events beyond normal sensory contact; psychic insight

Example

She claimed to have clairvoyance and predicted the future.

C1 adjective /kwɪər/

Queer

Meaning

strange; unusual; peculiar; odd

Example

The old house had a queer atmosphere that made visitors uncomfortable.

B1 noun /ɪmˈpruːvmənt/

improvement

Meaning

the act of making something better

Example

There has been a significant improvement in his health.

C1 noun /ˌpɜːrsɪˈkjuːʃn/

persecution

Meaning

the act of treating someone cruelly or unfairly because of their religion, race, or beliefs

Example

The persecution of minorities has been condemned worldwide.

B2 noun /ˈkɑn.trəˌvɜr.si/

Controversy

Meaning

prolonged public disagreement or heated discussion; a dispute or argument involving opposing viewpoints

Example

The new policy sparked a major controversy among the citizens.

C2 adjective /ˈkoʊltɪʃ/

coltish

Meaning

Playful, energetic, and not fully mature or disciplined.

Example

The coltish boy ran around the field without a care.

A2 adjective /ˈemp.ti/

Empty

Meaning

containing nothing; vacant; without contents

Example

The glass is empty and needs to be refilled.

B1 noun /ˈbles.ɪŋ/

Blessing

Meaning

a beneficial thing for which one is grateful; divine favor

Example

Having good health is a blessing that we should cherish.

B2 noun /ˈfaʊn.dər/

Founder

Meaning

a person who establishes an institution or settlement; someone who starts or creates something

Example

Steve Jobs was the co-founder of Apple Inc. and revolutionized personal computing.

C2 noun /pɒmˈpɒsəti/

pomposity

Meaning

self-important behavior or exaggerated dignity

Example

His speech was full of pomposity and arrogance.

B1 adjective /ˈʌpər/

upper

Meaning

higher in position or rank

Example

The upper floor of the building is under renovation.

C2 adjective /ˌɪndɪˈfætɪɡəbl̩/

indefatigable

Meaning

persisting tirelessly; incapable of being fatigued

Example

Her indefatigable spirit kept the team motivated during the long project.

B2 noun /ɡræm/

Gram

Meaning

chickpea; a leguminous plant and its edible seed

Example

She cooked gram curry for lunch today.

B2 adjective /ˈmaɪnd.fəl/

Mindful

Meaning

being conscious or aware; paying attention to the present moment

Example

She is always mindful of her surroundings and pays attention to details.

C1 noun /dɪsˈsɜːrvɪs/

disservice

Meaning

A harmful action; something that does damage rather than help.

Example

Spreading false information is a disservice to the community.

C2 verb /ˈmæɡnɪtaɪz/

magnetize

Meaning

to make something magnetic or to strongly attract

Example

The scientist managed to magnetize the iron rod.

C2 noun /mælˈfiːzəns/

malfeasance

Meaning

Wrongdoing or misconduct, especially by a public official.

Example

The mayor was accused of malfeasance in office.

C1 adjective /ˈflɪmzi/

flimsy

Meaning

weak, fragile, or lacking in strength; not convincing

Example

The chair was too flimsy to support his weight.

B1 noun ˈbæl.ənst daɪ.ət

balanced diet

Meaning

A diet consisting of the proper quantities and proportions of foods needed to maintain health or growth.

Example

A balanced diet is essential for maintaining good health.

B2 noun /ˌæljuˈmɪniəm/

aluminium

Meaning

a lightweight, silvery-white metal used widely in manufacturing and packaging

Example

Aluminium is commonly used to make cans and aircraft parts.

A2 noun /ˈθiːətər/

theater

Meaning

a building or area for dramatic performances

Example

We are going to the theater tonight.

C1 verb /dɪˈtɛst/

detest

Meaning

To dislike intensely or hate.

Example

I detest waking up early on weekends.

B2 noun ˌvɛdʒɪˈteɪʃən

vegetation

Meaning

Plants considered collectively, especially those found in a particular region.

Example

The forest was dense with a wide variety of vegetation.

C2 verb /əˈkriːt/

accrete

Meaning

to grow or increase gradually by accumulation or addition

Example

Dust particles accrete over time to form larger celestial bodies.

B2 noun /tɛkˈnɪʃən/

technician

Meaning

a person skilled in the practical aspects of a particular science, art, or job

Example

The technician repaired the computer within an hour.

C1 phrase ˈriː.dʒən.əl ˈfɔː.rəm

regional forum

Meaning

A meeting or conference where representatives from countries or organizations in a specific geographical area discuss issues of common interest.

Example

The Regional Forum discussed deforestation impacts.

C2 noun /ɪmˈpruː.dəns/

Imprudence

Meaning

the quality of being imprudent; lack of care for consequences; recklessness

Example

His financial imprudence led to bankruptcy within just two years.

B2 noun /ˈbrændɪŋ/

branding

Meaning

The process of creating and promoting a brand or company identity.

Example

Effective branding is key to building customer loyalty.

B2 noun /ˈʃeɪndʒ ˈmænɪdʒmənt/

change management

Meaning

The discipline that guides how we prepare, equip and support individuals, teams and organizations in making organizational change.

Example

Change management ensures smooth transitions.

C1 noun /əˈtjuːn.mənt/

attunement

Meaning

Being in harmony or responsive to someone's emotional state.

Example

Attunement to emotions improves relationships.

A2 noun /ˈɑːrtɪkl/

article

Meaning

a piece of writing included in a newspaper, magazine, or journal

Example

He wrote an article about climate change.

A2 noun /ˈiː.ɡəl/

Eagle

Meaning

large bird of prey with powerful wings and sharp talons

Example

The eagle soared high above the mountains.

C1 noun /rɪˈpen.təns/

Repentance

Meaning

the action of repenting; sincere regret or remorse

Example

His genuine repentance moved everyone in the courtroom.

C2 noun /ɪnˈɛrənsi/

inerrancy

Meaning

the belief or quality of being free from error; absolute correctness

Example

Some religious groups strongly affirm the inerrancy of their sacred texts.

C2 noun /əbˈsɪdiən/

obsidian

Meaning

A hard, dark, glasslike volcanic rock formed by rapid solidification of lava.

Example

The knife was made from sharp obsidian.

C2 adjective /ɪnˈdjuːbɪtəbl/

indubitable

Meaning

Impossible to doubt; unquestionable.

Example

It is indubitable that hard work leads to success.

A1 verb/noun /dæns/

dance

Meaning

to move rhythmically to music, typically following a set sequence of steps

Example

They danced all night at the wedding.

C1 adjective /ˈfɪɡərətɪv/

figurative

Meaning

not literal; using figures of speech or symbolic representation

Example

She used figurative language to describe her feelings.

C1 noun /ˈɑn.set/

Onset

Meaning

the beginning or early stages of something; the start of a medical condition

Example

The onset of winter brought heavy snowfall.

B2 adjective /əkˈsel.ə.reɪ.tɪd/

accelerated

Meaning

Happening or developing faster than usual.

Example

The project progressed at an accelerated pace.

B2 noun/verb /kəˈmjuː.tɪŋ/

commuting

Meaning

Regular travel to and from workplace, daily journey for work.

Example

He spends two hours commuting to work every day.

C1 noun /ˌætəˈʃeɪ/

attache

Meaning

A person officially assigned to the staff of a diplomatic mission, often with a specific area of responsibility.

Example

The cultural attache organized an art exhibition in the embassy.

C2 verb /ˈmiːliəˌreɪt/

meliorate

Meaning

To make something better or improve a condition.

Example

The new policies aim to meliorate the living conditions of the poor.

B2 adjective ˌiːvəˈluːʃənəri

evolutionary

Meaning

Relating to or denoting the gradual development of something, especially from a simple to a more complex form.

Example

The evolutionary changes in species are fascinating.

B2 noun /ˌdel.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən/

delegation

Meaning

A group of people chosen to represent others in negotiations or discussions.

Example

The delegation presented their country's agenda.

C2 adjective /pərˈfɪdiəs/

perfidious

Meaning

deceitful and untrustworthy

Example

The spy was executed for his perfidious actions.

C1 noun /ˈtrɪp.lət/

triplet

Meaning

One of three children or animals born at the same time to the same mother.

Example

The family was surprised to have triplets instead of twins.

A1 noun /stɑːr/

Star

Meaning

a fixed luminous point in the night sky that produces light and heat through nuclear fusion

Example

Thousands of stars are visible in the clear night sky.

B2 adjective /ˈnuːkliər/

nuclear

Meaning

relating to the nucleus of an atom or to nuclear energy

Example

The country is developing nuclear energy.

C2 adjective /rɪˈdjuːsəbl̩/

reducible

Meaning

capable of being simplified, lessened, or made smaller

Example

The problem is complex but reducible to a few basic principles.

B1 noun ˌɪn.stɪˈtjuː.ʃən

institution

Meaning

An organization founded and united for a specific purpose; an established law, practice, or custom.

Example

Institutions play a crucial role in governance.

C2 noun /ˈɒnwiː/ or /ˈɑːnwiː/

ennui

Meaning

A feeling of boredom, listlessness, or dissatisfaction arising from lack of excitement.

Example

After weeks of doing nothing, he sank into a deep sense of ennui.

B2 noun /əˈkɔːrdəns/

accordance

Meaning

agreement or harmony with something; compliance with rules, laws, or wishes

Example

The policy was implemented in accordance with international law.

A2 noun /θɔːts/

thoughts

Meaning

An idea or opinion produced by thinking, or occurring suddenly in the mind.

Example

Focus your thoughts on positive outcomes.

B1 noun

Loneliness

B2 noun /ˈæplɪkənt/

applicant

Meaning

a person who applies for something, such as a job or a position

Example

The applicant was interviewed for the position.

B2 noun /dɪˈveləpər/

developer

Meaning

a person or company that creates software, buildings, or land projects

Example

She works as a software developer at a tech company.

A2 adjective /ˈfɔːrməl/

formal

Meaning

done in accordance with rules of convention or etiquette; official or serious in nature

Example

He wore a formal suit to the wedding.

B1 noun /ˈkʌntrisaɪd/

countryside

Meaning

land outside cities and towns; rural areas with farms, fields, and villages

Example

She enjoys the peace and beauty of the countryside.

A2 noun /dʒɔɪ/

Joy

Meaning

a feeling of great pleasure and happiness; a person or thing that causes delight

Example

The children's laughter filled the house with joy during the holiday celebration.

B2 adjective /ʌnˈhɜːd/

Unheard

Meaning

not heard or listened to; not given a hearing; unknown or unfamiliar

Example

His complaints went unheard by the management.

C2 adjective ˌʌn.əˈseɪ.lə.bəl

unassailable

Meaning

Unable to be attacked, questioned, or defeated.

Example

An unassailable position ensures dominance.

B2 verb /pliːd/

plead

Meaning

to make an emotional appeal; to present a case in court

Example

She pleaded for mercy.