Vocabulary Cards C1
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C1 noun
Gazette
Meaning
an official journal or newspaper, especially one published by an organization or government
Example
The promotion was officially announced in the government gazette last week.
C1 noun
genealogy
Meaning
The study and tracing of lines of descent or family history.
Example
She spent years researching her family's genealogy.
C1 noun
generality
Meaning
A vague, non-specific statement or principle that applies broadly.
Example
The speech was full of generalities and lacked concrete details.
C1 verb
generalize
Meaning
To make a broad statement by inferring from specific cases.
Example
It is wrong to generalize based on a few experiences.
C1 adjective
generic
Meaning
characteristic of or relating to a whole group or class; not specific
Example
This medicine is available in generic form.
C1 noun
genesis
Meaning
The origin or mode of formation of something.
Example
The genesis of the internet changed the world forever.
C1 noun
genetic modification
Meaning
The process of altering the genetic code of plants or animals.
Example
Genetic modification enhances crop resistance to pests and diseases.
C1 adjective
genial
Meaning
friendly, cheerful, and pleasant
Example
She greeted us with a genial smile.
C1 adjective
genital
Meaning
relating to the reproductive organs
Example
The doctor explained the importance of genital hygiene.
C1 noun
genocide
Meaning
The deliberate killing of a large group of people, especially those of a particular ethnic group or nation.
Example
The allegations of genocide raised global concerns.
C1 noun
gentry
Meaning
People of good social position, usually of high birth or wealthy landowners
Example
The gentry of the town gathered for the annual ball.
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genus
Meaning
a category in biological classification ranking above species and below family
Example
The tiger belongs to the genus Panthera.
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geological structure
Meaning
The arrangement and composition of rocks, minerals, and landforms in the Earth's crust.
Example
Scientists will study the Moon's geological structure.
C1 noun
geriatric society
Meaning
A society or community where elderly people make up a large proportion of the population
Example
A geriatric society demands specialized healthcare systems.
C1 noun
geriatrics
Meaning
the branch of medicine dealing with the health and care of old people
Example
He specialized in geriatrics to care for the elderly.
C1 verb
germinate
Meaning
To begin to grow or develop, especially referring to a seed.
Example
The seeds germinate quickly in moist soil.
C1 noun
gerontology
Meaning
The scientific study of old age and the process of aging.
Example
She chose to specialize in gerontology after completing medical school.
C1 noun
gestation
Meaning
the process of carrying or being carried in the womb between conception and birth; the development of an idea or plan
Example
The gestation period of an elephant is nearly two years.
C1 noun
geyser
Meaning
A natural hot spring that intermittently ejects a column of water and steam into the air.
Example
The geyser erupted, shooting water high into the sky.
C1 adjective
ghastly
Meaning
Causing great horror or fear; very unpleasant.
Example
The crime scene was a ghastly sight.
C1 adjective
giddy
Meaning
Feeling dizzy or light-headed; also overly excited and frivolous.
Example
She felt giddy after spinning around so many times.
C1 noun
Gist
Meaning
the substance or essence of a speech or text; the main point
Example
I missed the beginning of the lecture, but I caught the gist of the professor's argument.
C1 adjective
glacial
Meaning
relating to ice or glaciers; extremely cold or unfriendly
Example
The mountains were covered in glacial ice.
C1 verb
gladden
Meaning
to make someone happy or bring joy
Example
The news of her recovery gladdened everyone.