Vocabulary Cards B2
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B2 adjective
glossy
Meaning
Shiny and smooth in appearance; attractive on the surface but sometimes lacking depth.
Example
She bought a glossy magazine from the store.
B2 verb
glow
Meaning
To shine with a steady light, often softly; to radiate warmth or happiness.
Example
The lanterns glowed softly in the dark.
B2 adjective
goal-oriented
Meaning
Focused on achieving specific objectives or targets; driven by clear aims.
Example
Being goal-oriented is crucial for achieving success.
B2 noun
goal-setting
Meaning
The process of identifying something that you want to accomplish and establishing measurable objectives to achieve it.
Example
Effective goal-setting helps individuals stay focused and motivated.
B2 noun
Gold fish
Meaning
a small ornamental freshwater fish with golden or orange coloration, commonly kept as a pet
Example
The goldfish swam in circles around its glass bowl.
B2 noun
Gold ring
Meaning
a circular band of gold worn as jewelry, typically on a finger
Example
He gave her a beautiful gold ring for their anniversary.
B2 noun
Goods train
Meaning
a train designed to transport cargo and freight rather than passengers
Example
The long goods train carried containers from the port to the inland depot.
B2 noun
Gooseberry
Meaning
a small round green or red berry that grows on a thorny bush
Example
Gooseberries are rich in vitamin C and make excellent jams.
B2 verb
govern
Meaning
to control and direct the public policy and affairs of a state, organization, or people
Example
The president governs the country wisely.
B2 noun
governance
Meaning
The action or manner of governing and controlling a state or organization.
Example
Effective governance ensures sustainable development.
B2 noun
governor
Meaning
An official appointed or elected to govern a state, territory, or organization.
Example
The governor addressed the citizens about the upcoming election.
B2 noun
Gown
Meaning
a long dress, typically worn on formal occasions; a loose robe worn for comfort or in professional settings
Example
She looked elegant in her evening gown at the graduation ceremony.
B2 noun
grace
Meaning
simple elegance or refined movement; goodwill and kindness
Example
She moved with grace across the stage.
B2 adjective
Graceful
Meaning
elegant; smooth; refined; having beauty of movement or manner
Example
The dancer moved with graceful elegance.
B2 adjective
Gracious
Meaning
kind; courteous; generous;
Example
She was very gracious and thanked everyone for their help.
B2 adjective
gradual
Meaning
Taking place or progressing slowly or by degrees.
Example
Gradual changes are more sustainable.
B2 adjective
graduated
Meaning
Arranged in steps, levels, or stages; having completed a course of study and received a degree
Example
The scientist used a graduated cylinder to measure the liquid precisely.
B2 noun
Grain
Meaning
wheat or any other cultivated cereal crop used as food; a single seed of a cereal
Example
The farmer stored large quantities of grain in the barn after the harvest.
B2 noun
Gram
Meaning
chickpea; a leguminous plant and its edible seed
Example
She cooked gram curry for lunch today.
B2 verb
grant
Meaning
to give or allow someone to have; to admit or agree
Example
The university granted him a scholarship.
B2 adjective
Graphic
Meaning
relating to visual design; vivid; clearly described;
Example
The graphic design was colorful and eye-catching.
B2 noun
graphics
Meaning
visual images, designs, or drawings used to convey information or artistic expression
Example
The website uses stunning graphics to attract visitors.
B2 verb
grasp
Meaning
to grip firmly; to understand something
Example
She finally grasped the concept after the explanation.
B2 noun
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.