B2 verb /skæn/

scan

Meaning

To look at something carefully or quickly; to digitally copy or capture an image or document.

Example

She scanned the document before sending it by email.

B2 noun /səˈlɪsɪtər/

solicitor

Meaning

A type of lawyer who gives legal advice and prepares legal documents, often representing clients in lower courts.

Example

She consulted a solicitor before signing the contract.

B2 noun /ˈstæm.ɪ.nə/

Stamina

Meaning

the ability to sustain prolonged physical or mental effort

Example

Marathon runners need great stamina to complete the race.

B2 noun /ˈsætaɪər/

satire

Meaning

The use of humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize people's stupidity or vices.

Example

The play was a brilliant satire on modern politics.

B2 adjective /ˈsændi/

Sandy

Meaning

covered with sand; containing sand; having the texture of sand

Example

The sandy beach stretched for miles along the coast.

B2 noun/verb /ˈsɜːveɪ/

survey

Meaning

noun: an examination or inspection; verb: to examine or measure (an area or subject)

Example

They conducted a survey to understand customer preferences.

B2 verb /ˈsʌmən/

summon

Meaning

To order someone to come or to gather courage or strength.

Example

The king summoned his advisors to the court.

B2 adjective /ˈsɪtʃueɪtɪd/

situated

Meaning

located in a particular place or position

Example

The hotel is situated near the beach.

B2 adjective /səbˈstæn.ʃəl/

Substantial

Meaning

large in size, amount, or importance; considerable; significant

Example

There was a substantial increase in sales this quarter.

B2 noun steɪks

stakes

Meaning

A strong wooden or metal post with a point at one end, driven into the ground.

Example

The stakes were high for the success of the project.

B2 adverb /səbˈstænʃəli/

substantially

Meaning

to a great extent or degree

Example

The new policy has substantially improved working conditions.

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.

B2 verb /ˈspɛkjʊˌleɪt/

speculate

Meaning

To form a theory or guess without firm evidence; to invest in stocks, property, etc. hoping for profit.

Example

Experts speculate that the company may expand into new markets.

B2 noun /ˈsuː.ɪ.saɪd/

Suicide

Meaning

the act of intentionally killing oneself

Example

Mental health professionals work to prevent suicide.

B2 noun /ˈsɜːvɪŋ/

serving

Meaning

a portion of food for one person; the act of giving food or drink to someone

Example

He ate a large serving of rice and curry.

B2 adjective /səˈbɜːrbən/

suburban

Meaning

relating to or characteristic of a suburb or the people living there

Example

They bought a house in a quiet suburban area.

B2 noun /səbˈskrɪp.ʃən/

Subscription

Meaning

a payment for regular delivery of a service or product; an arrangement to receive something regularly

Example

I canceled my Netflix subscription because I wasn't watching it enough.

B2 noun /ˈseɡ.mənt/

Segment

Meaning

each of the parts into which something is divided; a section or portion

Example

The orange was divided into eight segments.

B2 verb /ˈstʌmbəl/

stumble

Meaning

to trip or lose balance while walking or running; to make a mistake or falter

Example

He stumbled on the uneven pavement.

B2 adjective /ˈstʌf.i/

Stuffy

Meaning

lacking fresh air; poorly ventilated; formal and conservative in attitude

Example

The room was stuffy and needed fresh air.

B2 adjective /ˈʃeɪ.ki/

Shaky

Meaning

unstable; trembling; unreliable; weak

Example

His voice was shaky with nervousness.

B2 verb /ˈsɪmpəθaɪz/

sympathize

Meaning

to feel sorry for someone; to understand and share someone's feelings

Example

I sympathize with your loss.

B2 noun /ˈskʌlp.tər/

Sculptor

Meaning

an artist who creates sculptures by carving, modeling, or shaping materials

Example

The sculptor spent months creating a beautiful marble statue.

B2 noun /ˈskɒl.ər/

Scholar

Meaning

a person who has studied a subject for a long time and knows a lot about it; an academic

Example

The renowned scholar published several books on ancient history.

B2 adverb /ˈʃɑːrpli/

sharply

Meaning

suddenly and strongly; in a cutting or intense way

Example

Prices rose sharply after the announcement.

B2 verb /skeər/

scare

Meaning

to frighten someone or make them feel afraid

Example

The loud noise scared the baby.

B2 noun /səkˈses.ər/

Successor

Meaning

a person who succeeds another in office; someone who takes over a position or role

Example

The CEO announced his retirement and named his successor for the company.

B2 noun /ˈsɪmfəni/

Symphony

Meaning

an elaborate musical composition for full orchestra, typically in four movements

Example

The orchestra performed Beethoven's Fifth Symphony.

B2 adjective /ˈsɜːdʒɪkəl/

surgical

Meaning

relating to or involving surgery

Example

She underwent surgical treatment to repair the damage.

B2 noun /ˈsoʊlər ɪˈklɪps/

Solar eclipse

Meaning

an eclipse in which the sun is obscured by the moon passing between it and the earth

Example

The solar eclipse will be visible from our city next month.

B2 noun/verb /stʌmp/

stump

Meaning

the base of a tree left after the trunk is cut down; to puzzle or confuse

Example

The question completely stumped the students.

B2 noun /ˈsʌfərɪŋ/

suffering

Meaning

the state of undergoing pain, distress, or hardship

Example

They tried to relieve his suffering with medicine.

B2 noun /swiːt/

suite

Meaning

a set of rooms designated for one person's or family's use or for a particular purpose

Example

They stayed in the presidential suite at the hotel.

B2 noun smɔːl ˈɛfərt

Small Effort

Meaning

Minor actions or initiatives that can collectively make a significant impact.

Example

Small efforts can bring big changes in butterfly conservation.

B2 noun /ˈsɑːfmɔːr/

sophomore

Meaning

a student in their second year of study at a university or high school

Example

He’s a sophomore in college, studying computer science.

B2 noun /ˈstrʌk.tʃərz/

structures

Meaning

Buildings or other objects constructed from several parts.

Example

The region has ancient structures.

B2 adjective /ˈʃeɪm.fəl/

Shameful

Meaning

causing shame; disgraceful; embarrassing

Example

His shameful behavior embarrassed the entire family.

B2 verb /ˈskræmbəl/

scramble

Meaning

to move or climb quickly using hands and feet; to mix or arrange in a hurried way

Example

The kids scrambled up the hill to catch the kite.

B2 verb /səˈspɛnd/

suspend

Meaning

To temporarily stop something from being active or valid.

Example

The company decided to suspend his membership.

B2 noun/verb /stʌnt/

stunt

Meaning

a daring or unusual action performed for entertainment or publicity; to hinder growth or development

Example

The actor performed a dangerous stunt in the movie.

B2 adjective /saʊər/

Sour

Meaning

having an acid taste like lemon or vinegar; unpleasant or disagreeable

Example

The milk has gone sour and smells terrible.

B2 noun ˈsuː.pər.fuːdz

superfoods

Meaning

Nutrient-dense foods that are particularly beneficial for health and well-being.

Example

Blueberries and spinach are superfoods rich in vitamins.

B2 verb /səˈluːt/

salute

Meaning

to greet with respect; to honor

Example

The soldiers saluted their commanding officer.

B2 noun /ˈstɑːrtər/

starter

Meaning

a person or thing that starts something; the first course of a meal

Example

The starter of the meal was a fresh salad.

B2 noun /spɑːrk/

Spark

Meaning

a small fiery particle thrown off from a fire; a flash of light; something that triggers or initiates

Example

A spark from the campfire ignited the dry leaves.

B2 verb /skwiːz/

squeeze

Meaning

to press something firmly, especially from all sides in order to extract or compress it

Example

She squeezed the toothpaste to get the last bit.

B2 noun (plural) /skræps/

scraps

Meaning

Small pieces left over from something; also small fights or quarrels.

Example

The dog ate the scraps from the table.

B2 noun/verb /skræp/

scrap

Meaning

A small piece of something; to discard or get rid of something.

Example

He used a scrap of paper to jot down the number.

B2 noun /səˈspɪʃən/

Suspicion

Meaning

a feeling or thought that someone is guilty of an illegal or dishonest activity

Example

The police arrested him on suspicion of theft.

B2 noun /səˈnɛərioʊ/

scenario

Meaning

a possible situation or sequence of events

Example

The company prepared for the worst-case scenario.

B2 adverb /ˈsɪmɪlərli/

similarly

Meaning

in a similar way

Example

Similarly, we can achieve success with dedication and hard work.

B2 noun /slæŋ/

Slang

Meaning

very informal language that is usually spoken rather than written

Example

The teenagers used slang that their parents couldn't understand.

B2 noun ˌsɛlf ˈdɪs.ə.plɪn

self-discipline

Meaning

The ability to control one's emotions and behavior.

Example

Self-discipline is crucial for achieving long-term success.

B2 verb /ʃrʌɡ/

shrug

Meaning

To raise and lower the shoulders to express uncertainty or indifference.

Example

He shrugged when asked about the missing file.

B2 noun sliːp ˌdɛprɪˈveɪʃən

sleep deprivation

Meaning

The condition of not having enough sleep; lack of adequate sleep.

Example

Sleep deprivation can severely impact mental health.

B2 verb /slæp/

slap

Meaning

to hit someone quickly with the flat part of the hand; to strike sharply

Example

She was so angry that she slapped him across the face.

B2 noun səˈsteɪnəbl dɪˈvɛləpmənt

Sustainable Development

Meaning

Development that meets present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

Example

Eco-tourism contributes to sustainable development in local communities.

B2 noun /sɪlk/

silk

Meaning

a fine, smooth fabric made from the threads produced by silkworms

Example

The dress was made of pure silk.

B2 noun/verb /swɔːrm/

swarm

Meaning

A large group of insects or people moving together.

Example

A swarm of bees surrounded the tree.

B2 verb /səˈsteɪn/

sustain

Meaning

To support, maintain, or keep something going over time.

Example

The team worked hard to sustain their success.

B2 noun /ˈʃʌv.əl/

Shovel

Meaning

a tool with a broad flat blade and long handle used for digging and moving earth, snow, or other materials

Example

He grabbed a shovel to clear the snow from the driveway.

B2 adjective /ˈʃæb.i/

Shabby

Meaning

worn out; in poor condition; showing signs of wear; unfair or mean

Example

His shabby clothes showed that he had been traveling for days.

B2 noun /səbˈmɪʃən/

submission

Meaning

the act of yielding to authority or presenting something for consideration

Example

Her submission of the report was appreciated by the manager.

B2 noun /sɪˈver.ə.ti/

Severity

Meaning

the quality of being extremely serious or harsh; intensity of something bad

Example

The severity of the storm caused widespread damage across the city.

B2 noun /stɑːr fɪʃ/

Star fish

Meaning

a marine echinoderm with five or more radiating arms, typically found on the sea floor

Example

The starfish slowly moved across the ocean floor searching for food.

B2 noun /ˈstɛriəˌtaɪp/

stereotype

Meaning

A widely held but oversimplified and fixed idea of a particular type of person or thing.

Example

It is a stereotype that all gamers are antisocial.

B2 noun ˈsiːzənəl ˈvedʒtəbəlz

seasonal vegetables

Meaning

Vegetables that grow during specific seasons or times of the year

Example

Seasonal vegetables grow abundantly in winter.

B2 noun /skwɒd/

squad

Meaning

a small group of people organized for a specific purpose or task, often in the military or sports

Example

The football squad trained hard before the championship match.

B2 adjective /sɪmˈbɒlɪk/

symbolic

Meaning

serving as a symbol or representing something else

Example

The dove is symbolic of peace and freedom.

B2 noun /ˈskʌlp.tʃər/

Sculpture

Meaning

the art of making objects by carving; a work of art made by carving

Example

The museum displays ancient Greek sculpture.

B2 noun /ˈskɒlərʃɪp/

scholarship

Meaning

an award or grant to support a student's education

Example

She received a scholarship to study abroad.

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 /ˈsʌm.ɪt/

summit

Meaning

A high-level meeting between leaders, especially of governments; a conference.

Example

The summit addressed pressing global issues.

B2 verb /suːð/

soothe

Meaning

to calm or comfort; to relieve pain or distress

Example

The mother soothed her crying baby with a gentle lullaby.

B2 noun /ˈsnoʊ.fɔːl/

Snowfall

Meaning

the process of snow falling from the sky; the amount of snow that falls

Example

The heavy snowfall blocked all the roads yesterday.

B2 verb /ˈstɑːrtl/

startle

Meaning

To surprise or frighten someone suddenly.

Example

The loud noise startled the children.

B2 noun /sɜːˈveɪ.ləns/

surveillance

Meaning

Close observation, especially of a suspected spy or criminal; continuous watching of a place, person, or situation.

Example

Government agencies conduct surveillance on cyber threats.

B2 noun /ˌsɛlf ɪˈstiːm/

self-esteem

Meaning

confidence in one's own worth or abilities; self-respect

Example

Building self-esteem takes time and consistent effort.

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 adjective /ˈskætərd/

Scattered

Meaning

spread widely apart; dispersed; occurring here and there

Example

Scattered showers are expected throughout the day.

B2 noun /ˌsuːpərɪnˈtɛndənt/

superintendent

Meaning

a person who oversees, manages, or directs an organization, building, or project

Example

The superintendent visited the classrooms to check on progress.

B2 noun /ˈstiː.mər/

Steamer

Meaning

a ship or boat powered by steam engines

Example

The old steamer crossed the river slowly.

B2 verb /swaɪp/

swipe

Meaning

to move your finger across a touch screen or to hit with a sweeping motion

Example

He swiped left on the photo.

B2 adjective /ˈstraɪkɪŋ/

striking

Meaning

very noticeable or impressive in appearance or effect

Example

Her striking beauty caught everyone's attention.

B2 adverb /ˈstɛdɪli/

steadily

Meaning

in a regular and continuous way; without stopping or changing

Example

The company's profits have been increasing steadily.

B2 verb /spɪt/

spit

Meaning

to force liquid, especially saliva, out of the mouth

Example

He spat on the ground in anger.

B2 verb /ˈskroʊlɪŋ/

scrolling

Meaning

Moving through content on a screen by sliding up or down.

Example

Scrolling through feeds wastes a lot of time.

B2 adverb /ˈsɛkʃuəli/

sexually

Meaning

in a way that relates to or involves sexual activity or feelings

Example

The film was considered too sexually explicit for young audiences.

B2 adjective /ˌsen.tɪˈmen.təl/

Sentimental

Meaning

having tender feelings; being emotional about memories or experiences

Example

She became sentimental when looking at old family photographs.

B2 noun /ˈsiːkər/

seeker

Meaning

a person who is looking for something, especially knowledge or truth

Example

The seeker traveled far to find the answers to his questions.

B2 verb /ˈsmʌɡəl/

smuggle

Meaning

to move goods illegally into or out of a country

Example

The gang tried to smuggle gold across the border.

B2 noun/verb /ˈslɔː.tər/

slaughter

Meaning

the killing of animals for food; killing in large numbers violently

Example

The army slaughtered hundreds of enemy soldiers.

B2 verb /stʌn/

stun

Meaning

to shock or surprise someone greatly; to knock someone unconscious or dazed

Example

The news of her sudden resignation stunned everyone.

B2 verb /ˈstrɛŋkθən/

strengthen

Meaning

To make or become stronger.

Example

Communication can strengthen bonds between people.

B2 noun /ˌsɛkʃuˈæləti/

sexuality

Meaning

a person's capacity for sexual feelings and orientation

Example

She spoke openly about her sexuality and identity.

B2 noun, verb /sɪn/

sin

Meaning

an immoral act considered to be a transgression against divine law; to commit an offense against religious or moral law

Example

He confessed his sin to the priest.

B2 noun /sɪnˈserɪti/

Sincerity

Meaning

the quality of being free from pretense or deceit; honesty

Example

His sincerity in apologizing was evident to everyone.

B2 verb /stɪŋ/

sting

Meaning

to pierce with a sharp point; to cause sharp pain

Example

The bee stung him on his arm while he was gardening.

B2 adjective /stɑːrk/

stark

Meaning

Severe, sharp, or clearly defined; plain and without any decoration.

Example

The stark contrast between poverty and wealth was evident in the city.

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 verb səˈpres

suppress

Meaning

To forcibly put an end to; to restrain or subdue.

Example

Authorities must suppress criminal activities in campuses.

B2 adjective /ˈspiːtʃləs/

speechless

Meaning

Unable to speak because of shock, surprise, or strong emotion.

Example

She was speechless when she received the award.

B2 noun /swɪŋ/

Swing

Meaning

move or cause to move back and forth or from side to side while suspended or on an axis

Example

The children love to swing in the park.

B2 adjective /ˈstɪki/

sticky

Meaning

having the quality of adhering or clinging; difficult to remove or deal with

Example

The candy is too sticky to eat with your hands.

B2 noun /slɛdʒ/

sledge

Meaning

a vehicle for traveling over snow, often pulled by animals

Example

The children rode a sledge down the snowy hill.

B2 noun /sɔːrd/

Sword

Meaning

a weapon with a long metal blade and a handle, used for fighting

Example

The knight drew his sword to defend the castle.

B2 noun ˈsɪblɪŋz

Siblings

Meaning

Each of two or more children or offspring having one or both parents in common.

Example

Siblings are usually placed on the same level in a family tree.

B2 adjective /ˈsteɪʃəˌneri/

stationary

Meaning

Not moving or not intended to be moved.

Example

The car remained stationary at the red light.

B2 verb /səbˈtrækt/

subtract

Meaning

to take away a number or amount from another number or amount

Example

If you subtract 5 from 10, you get 5.

B2 adjective /səˈpɔːtɪv/

supportive

Meaning

providing encouragement or emotional help to someone

Example

She was very supportive during my difficult times.

B2 noun /ˈspɛk.tə.kəl/

spectacle

Meaning

An impressive display or performance for viewers.

Example

The fireworks created a breathtaking spectacle in the night sky.

B2 noun /ˈsɪnˌdroʊm/

syndrome

Meaning

a group of symptoms that occur together and characterize a condition or disease

Example

Down syndrome affects a person's physical and mental development.

B2 noun ˌspɛk.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən

speculation

Meaning

Investment in stocks, property, or other ventures in the hope of gain but with the risk of loss.

Example

Stock market speculation can lead to high volatility.

B2 noun /ˌsɪmjuˈleɪʃən/

simulation

Meaning

the imitation of a situation or process

Example

The simulation helped the students understand the complex theory.

B2 noun /sneɪl/

Snail

Meaning

a small soft creature with a shell on its back that moves very slowly

Example

The snail left a shiny trail as it crawled across the leaf.

B2 noun /ˈsɪr.i.əs.nəs/

Seriousness

Meaning

the quality of being serious; gravity; importance

Example

The seriousness of the situation became clear when the doctor spoke.

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 verb /sɜːrdʒ/

surge

Meaning

to move suddenly and powerfully forward or upward

Example

The crowd surged forward when the gates opened.

B2 noun /ˈspəʊksmən/

spokesman

Meaning

a person who speaks on behalf of others, especially for a group or organization

Example

The spokesman addressed the crowd during the rally.

B2 verb /swiːp/

sweep

Meaning

to clean by brushing; to move quickly and smoothly

Example

She sweeps the floor every morning.

B2 adverb /ˈsoʊlli/

solely

Meaning

only; not involving anyone or anything else

Example

He is solely responsible for the decision.