Vocabulary Cards B2
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B2 adjective
devastating
Meaning
causing severe shock, distress, or destruction; extremely damaging or upsetting
Example
The earthquake had a devastating effect on the city.
B2 noun
devastating consequences
Meaning
Extremely harmful or destructive results or effects
Example
Air pollution has devastating consequences for health.
B2 noun
developer
Meaning
a person or company that creates software, buildings, or land projects
Example
She works as a software developer at a tech company.
B2 noun
developing regions
Meaning
Areas or countries that are in the process of economic growth and development
Example
Pollution affects developing regions the most.
B2 adjective
developmental
Meaning
relating to the process of growth or progress
Example
Early childhood is a crucial developmental stage for learning.
B2 verb
devise
Meaning
To plan or invent something carefully.
Example
The engineers devised a new method to reduce costs.
B2 verb
devote
Meaning
to give time, effort, or resources to something
Example
She devotes much of her time to helping the poor.
B2 adjective
devoted
Meaning
Very loving, loyal, or dedicated.
Example
She is a devoted mother who always puts her children first.
B2 noun
Devotion
Meaning
love, loyalty, or enthusiasm for a person, activity, or cause
Example
Her devotion to helping others made her a beloved figure in the community.
B2 noun
Dew
Meaning
tiny drops of water that form on cool surfaces at night when atmospheric water vapour condenses
Example
The morning dew glistened on the grass.
B2 noun
diabetes
Meaning
a medical condition in which the body cannot properly control the level of sugar in the blood
Example
He was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes last year.
B2 verb
diagnose
Meaning
To identify a disease, condition, or problem by examining symptoms.
Example
The doctor diagnosed him with pneumonia.
B2 noun
diagnosis
Meaning
The identification of a disease, condition, or problem through examination of symptoms.
Example
The diagnosis confirmed that she had diabetes.
B2 verb
dictate
Meaning
to say words aloud for someone to write down; to give orders
Example
The boss dictates letters to his secretary.
B2 noun
dictator
Meaning
a ruler with total power over a country, typically one who has obtained control by force
Example
The dictator ruled the country with an iron fist.
B2 verb
differentiate
Meaning
To recognize or make a distinction between things.
Example
It is important to differentiate between fact and opinion.
B2 verb
digest
Meaning
to break down food in the body; to think about and understand
Example
It takes time to digest a heavy meal.
B2 adjective
digestive
Meaning
Relating to the digestion of food.
Example
Digestive enzymes help break down food.
B2 noun
digit
Meaning
a numeral from 0 to 9; also a finger or toe
Example
You must enter a four-digit code to unlock the phone.
B2 noun
digital detox
Meaning
A period of time during which a person refrains from using electronic devices such as smartphones or computers, regarded as an opportunity to reduce stress or focus on social interaction in the physical world.
Example
A digital detox can help reduce hand fatigue.
B2 noun
Digital Format
Meaning
A format in which information is stored as electronic data.
Example
A digital format family tree can be shared online.
B2 noun
Dignity
Meaning
the state of being worthy of honor or respect; composure and self-respect
Example
Despite facing hardships, she maintained her dignity throughout the ordeal.
B2 noun
dilemma
Meaning
A situation in which a difficult choice has to be made between two or more alternatives.
Example
She faced a moral dilemma at work.
B2 adjective
Diligent
Meaning
hardworking and careful; showing persistent effort
Example
She is a diligent student who studies every day.