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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 pronoun /ðiːz/

these

Meaning
used to refer to things or people that are near or present
Example
These are my friends.
B2 adjective /ˈtɛlɪŋ/

telling

Meaning
Revealing something significant or giving important information.
Example
Her silence was more telling than words.
C2 noun /ˈtɔːrpər/

torpor

Meaning
A state of physical or mental inactivity; lethargy.
Example
The heat induced a state of torpor in the workers.
B2 noun /ˈtrɔːmə/

trauma

Meaning
a deeply distressing or disturbing experience; physical injury or emotional shock
Example
The accident left her with lasting emotional trauma.
B1 noun /ˈtaɪpoʊ/

typo

Meaning
a mistake made in typing
Example
The report was full of typos.
C1 adjective /ˈtɛlˌteɪl/

telltale

Meaning
Revealing something that is usually hidden; giving away a secret or clue.
Example
The telltale signs of fatigue were visible on his face.
C1 noun /ˈθɪk.ɪt/

Thicket

Meaning
a dense group of bushes or trees; a thick growth of shrubs
Example
The rabbit disappeared into the thicket.
C1 adjective /ˌtræn.senˈdɛn.təl/

transcendental

Meaning
relating to the spiritual or non-physical realm; surpassing ordinary experience
Example
Meditation can lead to transcendental experiences.
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.
B2 noun /ˈter.ər.ɪ.zəm/

Terrorism

Meaning
the unlawful use of violence and intimidation against civilians for political aims
Example
The government increased security measures to prevent terrorism.
C2 noun /ˌθɜː.məʊˈdʒen.ɪ.sɪs/

thermogenesis

Meaning
The process of heat production in living organisms, often associated with burning calories and energy expenditure.
Example
Spicy foods can enhance thermogenesis and calorie burning.
A1 noun /triː/

tree

Meaning
a large plant with a trunk, branches, and leaves
Example
The tree in our backyard is over a hundred years old.
C1 adjective /ˈtɛsti/

testy

Meaning
Easily irritated or annoyed.
Example
He became testy when asked the same question repeatedly.
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.
C1 verb /ˈtɪŋkər/

tinker

Meaning
to make small adjustments or repairs to something, often experimentally or imperfectly
Example
He likes to tinker with old radios in his garage.
A2 adjective /ˈtaɪ.ni/

Tiny

Meaning
extremely small in size or amount
Example
The baby bird was tiny and helpless.
B1 noun /tɜːmz/

terms

Meaning
plural of term; conditions or rules in a contract or agreement
Example
The terms of the agreement are clearly outlined in the contract.
C1 noun /trʌsˈtiː/

trustee

Meaning
a person who holds or manages property or assets for the benefit of others
Example
She was appointed as the trustee of the family estate.
C1 noun /ˈtɛstəmənt/

testament

Meaning
a person's will; or strong evidence of something
Example
His success is a testament to his hard work and dedication.
C1 verb /trʌdʒ/

trudge

Meaning
To walk slowly and with heavy steps, typically because of exhaustion or harsh conditions.
Example
They had to trudge through the snow to reach the village.
A2 noun /truːθ/

Truth

Meaning
the quality or state of being true; that which is true or in accordance with fact or reality
Example
The witness promised to tell the truth during the court hearing.
A1 pronoun /ðeɪ/

they

Meaning
used to refer to people or things previously mentioned or easily identified
Example
They are going to the park.
A1 noun /ˈθaʊzənd/

thousand

Meaning
the number equal to 10 hundred or 1,000
Example
There were a thousand people at the concert.
B1 verb /taɪmd/

timed

Meaning
to measure or record the duration or speed of something
Example
He timed the race with a stopwatch.
C1 adjective /ˈtɛnəbl/

tenable

Meaning
able to be defended or maintained against attack or objection
Example
His argument was strong and tenable in court.
B1 noun /ˈθɪr.i/

Theory

Meaning
a supposition or system of ideas intended to explain something
Example
Einstein's theory of relativity revolutionized physics.
C2 adjective /trænsˈfjuːzəbl̩/

transfusible

Meaning
capable of being transfused, especially referring to blood or fluids
Example
Only transfusible blood types are used in the hospital.
C1 adverb /ˌðɛrəˈbaʊt/

thereabout

Meaning
Approximately or around that place, amount, or time.
Example
The repairs will cost five hundred dollars or thereabout.
C2 noun /ˈtɜːrnkoʊt/

turncoat

Meaning
a person who switches allegiance, often betraying a cause or group
Example
He was branded a turncoat after joining the rival political party.
C2 noun /ˈθrɛnədi/

threnody

Meaning
A song, poem, or speech of mourning for someone who has died; a lament.
Example
The poet composed a moving threnody for the fallen soldiers.
A2 noun /taɪər/

tire

Meaning
a rubber covering around a wheel
Example
The car’s tire burst on the highway.
A2 preposition /tɪl/

till

Meaning
up to the time of; until
Example
She waited till midnight for his call.
C1 noun /ˈtem.pɪst/

Tempest

Meaning
a violent storm with strong winds; a state of great disturbance or tumult
Example
The sailors struggled to navigate through the fierce tempest.
A1 pronoun /ðɪs/

this

Meaning
used to refer to a person or thing that is close or near in space, time, or thought
Example
This is my favorite book.
A2 noun /træʃ/

Trash

Meaning
waste material; refuse; something of poor quality or little value
Example
Please take out the trash before you leave.
A2 noun /trʌk/

truck

Meaning
a large motor vehicle for transporting goods
Example
The truck was loaded with boxes for the warehouse.
C2 adjective /ˌtɛmɪˈrɛəriəs/

temerarious

Meaning
Reckless or rash; showing a lack of caution.
Example
It was a temerarious decision to cross the river during the storm.
C1 adjective /tjuːˈmʌltʃuəs/

tumultuous

Meaning
Characterized by disorder, noisy excitement, or emotional agitation.
Example
They had a tumultuous relationship full of ups and downs.
B1 noun /tɑːsk/

task

Meaning
a piece of work or duty to be done
Example
He completed the task before the deadline.
C1 adjective /tɛkˈtɑː.nɪk/

tectonic

Meaning
Relating to the structure of the earth's crust and the large-scale processes that take place within it.
Example
Tectonic movements cause earthquakes and mountain formation.
C2 adjective /ˈθʌroʊˌɡoʊɪŋ/

thoroughgoing

Meaning
carried out to the full extent; absolute and complete
Example
She is a thoroughgoing professional in every sense.
C1 adjective /ˈteɪn.tɪd/

Tainted

Meaning
contaminated or affected by something bad or undesirable
Example
The water supply was tainted with harmful chemicals.
B1 noun /ˈtʌnəl/

tunnel

Meaning
an underground passage or shaft
Example
They dug a tunnel under the river.
A1 verb /teɪk/

take

Meaning
to get possession of; to carry or bring with oneself
Example
Please take this book to the library.
B2 adjective /ˈθʌroʊ/

thorough

Meaning
complete with regard to every detail; not superficial or partial
Example
The report was thorough and well-researched.
C1 noun trænˈsɛndəns

transcendence

Meaning
Existence or experience beyond the normal or physical level.
Example
The artist's work was a symbol of transcendence in creativity.
B2 noun /ˈteɪ.lər/

Tailor

Meaning
a person whose job is making and altering clothes
Example
The tailor measured him for a new suit.
B1 noun /twiːt/

Tweet

Meaning
a short high-pitched sound made by a small bird; a post on Twitter
Example
I heard the sweet tweet of a sparrow this morning.
A2 noun tekˈnɒl.ə.dʒi

technology

Meaning
The application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes
Example
Advanced technology reshapes industries.
B2 noun /trænˈzækʃən/

transaction

Meaning
an instance of buying or selling something; a business deal or exchange
Example
Every online transaction is recorded for security purposes.
C2 adjective /ˈtɔɪl.səm/

toilsome

Meaning
Involving hard or exhausting work; laborious.
Example
The workers had a toilsome day in the hot sun.
B2 noun /traɪb/

tribe

Meaning
a social group consisting of people with common customs, language, and culture
Example
The tribe lived in harmony with nature.
B2 adjective /ˈtiːdiəs/

Tedious

Meaning
tiresome because of length or dullness; boring and monotonous
Example
The lecture was so tedious that many students fell asleep.
B1 adverb /trəˈdɪʃənəli/

traditionally

Meaning
according to custom or long-established practice
Example
Bangladesh is traditionally known for its hospitality.
B2 noun /taɪm ˈblɒk.ɪŋ/

time blocking

Meaning
A time management method where you divide your day into blocks of time and assign specific activities to each block.
Example
Time-blocking helps in better productivity and efficiency.
C1 noun /ˈtɪrəni/

tyranny

Meaning
Cruel and oppressive government or rule by a tyrant.
Example
The people revolted against the tyranny of their ruler.
C2 noun /ˌtrænspəˈzɪʃən/

transposition

Meaning
the act of changing the order or position of something
Example
The transposition of digits caused an error in the calculation.
B1 noun /ˈtreɪlər/

trailer

Meaning
a preview of a movie or a vehicle used for transporting goods
Example
The movie trailer was released last week.
C2 noun /ˈtuːb.roʊz/

Tube-rose

Meaning
a night-blooming flower with an intensely sweet fragrance, native to Mexico
Example
The tuberose flowers filled the evening air with their heavenly scent.
C1 noun /ˈtræpɪŋz/

trappings

Meaning
the outward signs, features, or objects associated with a role, event, or status
Example
The king appeared with all the trappings of royalty.
C2 noun /ˈθiːɪzəm/

theism

Meaning
Belief in the existence of a god or gods, especially a creator who intervenes in the universe.
Example
Theism is central to many world religions.
C1 noun /ˈtɛknɪk/

technic

Meaning
A method, skill, or art in a particular field, especially in the arts or sciences.
Example
The artist’s technic in watercolor impressed the judges.
B2 noun /θɔːn/

Thorn

Meaning
a sharp pointed part of a plant; something that causes pain or annoyance
Example
Be careful of the thorns on the rose bush.
C1 verb /trænˈspaɪər/

transpire

Meaning
to occur, happen, or become known
Example
It transpired that he had lied about his age.
B2 verb /triːd/

tread

Meaning
to step or walk on something; to crush with feet
Example
Don't tread on the flowers.
B1 noun /ˈθʌn.dər/

Thunder

Meaning
the loud rumbling sound that follows lightning; to make a loud deep sound
Example
We heard thunder rolling across the sky.
B2 noun /tekˈnɒl.ə.dʒɪ.kəl ədˈvɑːns.mənt/

technological advancement

Meaning
Progress or improvement in technology that leads to better solutions or capabilities.
Example
Technological advancement is revolutionizing healthcare.
A1 adjective /truː/

True

Meaning
in accordance with fact or reality; accurate; genuine
Example
It is true that hard work leads to success.
B1 adjective /ˈtɛmpərɛri/

temporary

Meaning
Lasting for only a limited period of time; not permanent.
Example
She found a temporary job during the summer break.
A2 noun /ˈtraɪ.sɪ.kəl/

Tricycle

Meaning
a three-wheeled vehicle, especially one for children
Example
The child rode his tricycle in the park.
C1 noun /ˈtrɪlədʒi/

trilogy

Meaning
a set of three related works, usually books or films, that form a connected story
Example
The director finally released the third film to complete the sci-fi trilogy.
B2 noun trænˈspær.ən.si

transparency

Meaning
The quality of being easy to perceive or detect; openness, accountability, and honesty in governance or operations.
Example
Transparency fosters trust in governance.
B1 verb /tɔs/

toss

Meaning
To throw something lightly or casually; to move or turn suddenly.
Example
He tossed the keys onto the table.
B2 adjective /ˈtaɪm.li/

Timely

Meaning
happening at the right time; punctual
Example
His timely arrival saved the meeting.
B2 verb /trɛk/

trek

Meaning
to go on a long, difficult journey, especially on foot
Example
They trekked across the mountains for three days.
B2 noun /ˈtoʊ.kən/

token

Meaning
A symbol or object that represents something, often given as a sign of appreciation or as a substitute for money.
Example
She gave him a small gift as a token of gratitude.
C2 verb /ˈtɪtər/

titter

Meaning
to laugh in a quiet, nervous, or restrained way
Example
The students began to titter when the projector froze.
C1 noun /təˈpɒɡrəfi/

topography

Meaning
the arrangement of the natural and artificial physical features of an area
Example
The topography of the region made construction very challenging.
A1 noun /ˈθɜːrzdeɪ/

thursday

Meaning
The fifth day of the week, following Wednesday and preceding Friday.
Example
We have a meeting scheduled for Thursday.
C2 noun /θrɔːl/

thrall

Meaning
The state of being in someone's power or under strong influence; slavery or bondage.
Example
He was in thrall to the powerful leader.
C1 noun /ˈtɪt.bɪt/

Titbit

Meaning
a small piece of tasty food; a small interesting piece of information
Example
She served delicious titbits at the party.
C2 noun /troʊp/

trope

Meaning
A common or overused theme, idea, or device in literature, film, or speech.
Example
The film avoided the usual superhero tropes.
A2 noun /tuːl/

tool

Meaning
a device or implement used to carry out a particular function
Example
He used a hammer as a tool to fix the chair.
B2 noun (plural) /ˈtæk.tɪks/

tactics

Meaning
specific methods or actions used to achieve a goal, especially in military or competition
Example
The team changed their tactics to win the game.
A2 adjective /trəˈdɪʃənəl/

Traditional

Meaning
relating to or following long-established customs; conventional
Example
They had a traditional wedding ceremony.
B2 noun /ˈtræn.zɪt/

transit

Meaning
Transportation or travel system, the process of travel or transportation from one place to another.
Example
The city is investing in a new transit system.
C1 adverb /ˌðeərəˈpɒn/

Thereupon

Meaning
immediately after that; following that event
Example
He finished his speech and thereupon left the stage.
C1 verb /ˈtæn.tə.laɪz/

tantalize

Meaning
To tease or torment someone with the promise of something desirable but unattainable.
Example
The aroma of the bakery tantalized the hungry children.
B2 adjective ˌtek.nəˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl

technological

Meaning
Relating to or involving technology, especially scientific technology.
Example
Technological advancements enable futuristic projects.
B2 noun /taɪˈfuːn/

typhoon

Meaning
a tropical storm in the region of the Indian or western Pacific oceans
Example
The typhoon caused severe flooding in the coastal areas.
C1 adjective /ˈθrɪfti/

thrifty

Meaning
using money and resources carefully and not wastefully
Example
She is very thrifty and always saves money for the future.
C1 noun /trɔːf/

trough

Meaning
A long, narrow container from which animals eat or drink; also, a low point between waves or in business cycles.
Example
The cows drank water from the wooden trough.
C1 noun /ˈtɛnɪt/

tenet

Meaning
a principle, belief, or doctrine held to be true
Example
Honesty is a central tenet of their philosophy.
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.
B1 noun /tɛkˈniːk/

technique

Meaning
A particular way of carrying out a task, especially with skill.
Example
She learned a new breathing technique in yoga class.
B1 noun /ˈtɔːr.təs/

tortoise

Meaning
A slow-moving land reptile with a hard shell.
Example
The tortoise slowly crossed the garden.
C1 noun /tɒŋ/

tong

Meaning
a tool with two movable arms used to pick up and hold objects
Example
He used the tong to pick up the hot coal.
B2 noun /truːp/

Troop

Meaning
a group of soldiers; military personnel organized as a unit
Example
The troop marched in formation across the parade ground.
A1 verb /tiːtʃ/

teach

Meaning
to give knowledge or instruction to someone; to show how to do something
Example
She teaches English at the local school.
C1 noun /ˈtɛnəmənt/

tenement

Meaning
a large building divided into separate apartments, often in poor condition
Example
The family lived in a crowded tenement in the city.
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.
C2 adjective /ˈtjuːtɪlɑːr/

tutelar

Meaning
Serving as a guardian or protector.
Example
The tutelar spirit of the forest was believed to protect travelers.
B2 verb /tæn/

tan

Meaning
to make skin or a hide brown by exposure to the sun or by using chemicals
Example
She tanned her skin after spending the summer at the beach.
B1 noun ˈtaɪmər

timer

Meaning
An automatic mechanism for activating a device at a preset time; a device that measures time intervals.
Example
He set the timer for 30 minutes to complete the task.
B2 adjective /ˈtɒl.ər.ə.bəl/

Tolerable

Meaning
able to be endured; acceptable though not ideal
Example
The heat was barely tolerable in the afternoon.
A1 pronoun /ðæt/

that

Meaning
used to identify a specific person or thing observed or heard
Example
That is my book on the table.
C1 adjective /ˈtɜːrʃieri/

tertiary

Meaning
third in order, rank, or level
Example
He is pursuing his tertiary education at the university.
B1 noun ˈtʊə.rɪ.zəm

tourism

Meaning
The commercial organization and operation of vacations and visits to places of interest.
Example
Tourism drives economic growth in many countries.
C1 noun /tɑːrˈpɔːlɪn/

tarpaulin

Meaning
A large sheet of strong, flexible, water-resistant material used for covering or protecting things.
Example
The workers used a tarpaulin to cover the construction materials from rain.
C1 adjective /ˈtɛmpərəl/

temporal

Meaning
Relating to worldly affairs or to time rather than spiritual matters.
Example
The monk gave up his temporal possessions to live a simple life.
A2 noun /ˈtræfɪk/

traffic

Meaning
movement of vehicles, goods, or people
Example
There was heavy traffic on the highway this morning.
B1 adjective /ˈtwɛntiəθ/

twentieth

Meaning
coming after the nineteenth in order; being one of twenty equal parts.
Example
She was born on the twentieth of April.
C2 noun /traɪˈʌmvɪrət/

triumvirate

Meaning
A political regime ruled or dominated by three powerful individuals.
Example
The Roman Republic was once governed by a triumvirate.
C1 noun /ˌtɛknɪˈkæləti/

technicality

Meaning
A small detail of law, rule, or procedure; a minor point that affects an outcome.
Example
The case was dismissed on a technicality.
A2 noun /ˈtrʌb.əl/

Trouble

Meaning
difficulty or problems; effort or exertion made to do something
Example
The car broke down and caused a lot of trouble for the family.
A2 noun /tiːm/

team

Meaning
a group of people working together towards a common goal
Example
Our team won the match after a great effort.
B2 adjective /ˈθɔːtˌproʊvɪkɪŋ/

thought-provoking

Meaning
stimulating careful consideration or thought
Example
The movie was deeply thought-provoking and left a lasting impression.
B2 noun ˈtreɪd.ɒf

trade-off

Meaning
A situation where accepting one advantage means giving up another benefit.
Example
There is always a trade-off between price and quality.
B1 noun /ˈtiː.pɒt/

Tea-pot

Meaning
a container with a lid, handle, and spout for brewing and serving tea
Example
She poured hot water into the tea-pot to make tea.
B1 noun /treɪl/

trail

Meaning
a path or track left by something that has passed
Example
The hikers followed the trail through the forest.