Vocabulary Cards B1
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B1 noun
companion
Meaning
a person or animal you spend time with or travel with
Example
He was my companion during the long journey.
B1 noun
Comparison
Meaning
the act of examining the similarities and differences between two or more things
Example
The teacher made a comparison between the two poems to show their different styles.
B1 verb
compete
Meaning
to try to win or be more successful than others in a contest or activity
Example
Several companies compete for dominance in the market.
B1 adjective
competitive
Meaning
relating to or characterized by competition; having a strong desire to win or be more successful
Example
She has a competitive spirit that drives her to excel.
B1 noun
competitor
Meaning
a person, team, or company that competes with others
Example
The company lowered its prices to beat its main competitor.
B1 noun
complaint
Meaning
a statement that something is wrong or not satisfactory
Example
The manager received a complaint from a customer about poor service.
B1 adjective
complex
Meaning
Having many interrelated parts or factors; complicated.
Example
The relationship between poverty and education is complex.
B1 adjective
complicated
Meaning
consisting of many interconnected parts; difficult to understand
Example
The instructions for the machine are too complicated to follow.
B1 noun/verb
compliment
Meaning
a polite expression of praise or admiration; to politely praise someone
Example
She complimented him on his excellent presentation.
B1 noun
composer
Meaning
a person who writes music, especially classical music
Example
The composer is working on a new symphony.
B1 noun
composition
Meaning
the act of creating a piece of writing, music, or art; the way parts are arranged
Example
Her composition won first prize in the contest.
B1 verb
concentrate
Meaning
to focus all one's attention or mental effort on a particular object or activity
Example
She tried to concentrate on her studies despite the noise.
B1 noun
concentration
Meaning
The action or power of focusing one's attention or mental effort on a particular object or activity
Example
Concentration is key to mastering any skill.
B1 noun
concept
Meaning
An abstract idea or general notion
Example
The concept of chasing two rabbits teaches focus.
B1 verb
conclude
Meaning
to bring to an end; to decide or determine after consideration
Example
We will conclude the meeting at five o'clock.
B1 noun
Conclusion
Meaning
the end or finish of an event, process, or text; a judgment or decision reached by reasoning
Example
The conclusion of the research paper summarized all the important findings.
B1 noun, verb
conduct
Meaning
to organize or carry out; or a person's behavior
Example
The teacher conducted the exam fairly.
B1 noun
conference
Meaning
A formal meeting of people with a shared interest, typically one that takes place over several days.
Example
The climate conference emphasized renewable energy.
B1 noun
Confidence
Meaning
the feeling or belief that one can rely on someone or something; firm trust; self-assurance
Example
She spoke with great confidence during the job interview.
B1 adjective
Confident
Meaning
self-assured; certain; having belief in one's abilities
Example
She felt confident about her performance in the exam.
B1 verb
confirm
Meaning
to establish the truth, accuracy, or validity of something
Example
The hotel will confirm your reservation by email.
B1 noun
confirmation
Meaning
the action of confirming something or the state of being confirmed
Example
She received a confirmation email for her appointment.
B1 noun
conflict
Meaning
A serious disagreement or argument, often a prolonged one.
Example
The two countries are trying to resolve the conflict through negotiations.
B1 noun
Confusion
Meaning
lack of understanding; uncertainty; the state of being bewildered or unclear in one's mind
Example
There was confusion about the meeting time, so half the team arrived late.