Vocabulary Cards B2
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B2 noun
Prejudice
Meaning
preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience
Example
We must fight against prejudice and discrimination in our society.
B2 adjective
prejudiced
Meaning
having or showing a dislike or bias against a person or group without proper reason
Example
He was prejudiced against people from other regions.
B2 adjective
preliminary
Meaning
Denoting an action or event preceding or done in preparation for something fuller or more important.
Example
Preliminary steps are crucial before the main project.
B2 adjective
premature
Meaning
Happening or done before the usual or proper time.
Example
His decision to quit the job was premature.
B2 noun, adjective
premier
Meaning
the head of government in some countries; first in importance or rank
Example
The French premier addressed the nation.
B2 noun
premise
Meaning
a statement or idea on which reasoning or an argument is based; also a building or property
Example
His argument was based on a false premise.
B2 noun
premium
Meaning
an amount of money paid regularly for an insurance policy; something of superior quality or value
Example
You need to pay your insurance premium every year.
B2 adjective
Preparatory
Meaning
preliminary; introductory; intended as preparation
Example
She attended preparatory classes before the final exam.
B2 verb
prescribe
Meaning
to recommend or authorize the use of something, especially medicine
Example
The doctor prescribed medication for my cold.
B2 noun
prescription
Meaning
A written order from a doctor for the preparation and administration of a medicine; also, a recommendation or authoritative rule.
Example
The doctor gave her a prescription for antibiotics.
B2 adjective
Presentable
Meaning
neat and suitable for being seen in public; acceptable in appearance
Example
Make sure you look presentable for the job interview.
B2 adverb
Presently
Meaning
at the present time; soon; in a little while
Example
The doctor will see you presently.
B2 noun
preservation
Meaning
The action of maintaining something in its original or existing state; protection from harm or damage.
Example
Proper preservation extends the lifespan of machinery.
B2 verb
preserve
Meaning
to keep something in its original state; to protect from harm or decay
Example
We must preserve our natural environment.
B2 noun
presidency
Meaning
the office or position of being a president
Example
He was elected to the presidency in 2020.
B2 adjective
presidential
Meaning
relating to a president or presidency
Example
The presidential election is scheduled for next month.
B2 adjective
pressing
Meaning
Requiring immediate attention or urgent action.
Example
The manager had to deal with several pressing issues at once.
B2 noun
Pressure cooker
Meaning
a sealed cooking pot that uses steam pressure to cook food faster
Example
Using a pressure cooker reduces cooking time by more than half.
B2 noun
prestige
Meaning
Widespread respect and admiration felt for someone or something on the basis of a perception of their achievements or quality.
Example
The university has gained international prestige for its research.
B2 adjective
prestigious
Meaning
having a high reputation; respected
Example
Harvard University is one of the most prestigious universities in the world.
B2 adverb
presumably
Meaning
used to convey that something is assumed to be true though not known for certain
Example
Presumably, he forgot to send the email.
B2 verb
presume
Meaning
To suppose something is true without proof; to take for granted.
Example
I presume she has already left for the meeting.
B2 noun
Pretence
Meaning
an attempt to make something that is not the case appear true
Example
He made no pretence of being interested in the conversation.
B2 noun
pretense
Meaning
A false appearance or claim; an act of pretending.
Example
His kindness was only a pretense to gain trust.