Vocabulary Cards B2
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B2 adjective
Toxic
Meaning
poisonous; very harmful or unpleasant
Example
The factory released toxic chemicals into the river.
B2 noun
toxic gases
Meaning
Poisonous or harmful gases that can cause illness or death
Example
Toxic gases from industries contribute to air pollution.
B2 noun, verb
trace
Meaning
a mark, object, or sign that shows the existence or development of something
Example
She traced the path of the river on the map.
B2 noun
tracking progress
Meaning
The process of monitoring and evaluating advancement towards goals or objectives.
Example
Regular tracking progress helps in achieving long-term goals.
B2 noun
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.
B2 noun
trademark
Meaning
a symbol, word, or words legally registered or established by use as representing a company or product
Example
The company’s logo is its trademark.
B2 noun
traditional economy
Meaning
An economic system based on customs and traditions, often involving barter trade.
Example
Tribes still practice a traditional economy based on barter trade.
B2 noun
Tragedy
Meaning
an event causing great suffering, destruction, and distress; a serious drama with an unhappy ending
Example
The earthquake was a tragedy that affected thousands of families.
B2 adjective
Tragic
Meaning
very sad; involving death or extreme suffering
Example
The plane crash was a tragic accident.
B2 noun
Trainee
Meaning
a person undergoing training for a particular job or profession; a novice learner
Example
The medical trainee worked long hours to gain practical experience.
B2 noun
Trait
Meaning
a distinguishing quality or characteristic of a person; an inherited feature
Example
Patience is an important trait for anyone working with children.
B2 noun
Traitor
Meaning
a person who betrays someone or something, such as a friend, cause, or principle
Example
The spy was branded a traitor to his country after being caught.
B2 adjective
tranquil
Meaning
Free from disturbance; calm and peaceful.
Example
A tranquil environment promotes relaxation and focus.
B2 noun
tranquility
Meaning
the quality or state of being calm and peaceful
Example
He enjoyed the tranquility of the countryside.
B2 noun
tranquillity
Meaning
the state of being calm, peaceful, and free from disturbance
Example
She enjoyed the tranquillity of the countryside after years in the city.
B2 noun
transaction
Meaning
an instance of buying or selling something; a business deal or exchange
Example
Every online transaction is recorded for security purposes.
B2 noun
transcript
Meaning
a written or printed version of material originally presented in another medium
Example
The professor asked for a transcript of the meeting.
B2 verb
transform
Meaning
To change in form, appearance, or structure; metamorphose.
Example
Volunteering can transform lives and communities.
B2 noun
transformation
Meaning
A thorough or dramatic change in form, appearance, or character; a complete alteration or evolution.
Example
Digital literacy leads to economic transformation.
B2 adjective
transformational
Meaning
Causing or able to cause an important and lasting change in someone or something.
Example
Transformational projects redefine progress.
B2 adjective
transformative
Meaning
Something that has a profound impact and creates something new.
Example
The new education system is highly transformative.
B2 noun
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.
B2 noun
transition
Meaning
The process or a period of changing from one state or condition to another.
Example
The transition from fossil fuels to renewables is vital.
B2 noun
transmission
Meaning
the act of sending, passing, or spreading something such as information, energy, or disease
Example
The transmission of data over the internet is very fast.