Vocabulary Cards C1
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C1 noun
Star Fruits
Meaning
yellow tropical fruits that form a star shape when sliced crosswise; tangy and crisp taste
Example
When you slice star fruits, they look like beautiful yellow stars on your plate.
C1 adjective
stately
Meaning
Having a dignified, majestic, and impressive appearance or manner.
Example
The stately mansion stood at the end of the long driveway.
C1 noun
Stationer
Meaning
a person who sells paper, pens, pencils, and other office supplies
Example
The stationer recommended the best pens for writing exams.
C1 noun
statistician
Meaning
A person who specializes in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting numerical data.
Example
The statistician presented the survey results with great clarity.
C1 noun
statuette
Meaning
A small statue, usually decorative or artistic.
Example
The artist won a gold statuette for his work.
C1 noun
stature
Meaning
A person's natural height or their reputation and importance.
Example
Her intellectual stature made her a respected figure in academia.
C1 noun
status quo
Meaning
The existing state of affairs, especially regarding social or political issues.
Example
The government decided to maintain the status quo until further review.
C1 noun
statute
Meaning
A written law passed by a legislative body.
Example
The new statute protects workers' rights.
C1 adjective
statutory
Meaning
Required, permitted, or enacted by law.
Example
The company must comply with all statutory regulations.
C1 adjective
staunch
Meaning
Loyal, committed, and firm in support.
Example
She is a staunch supporter of environmental protection.
C1 adjective
Steadfast
Meaning
firm in belief, determination, or adherence; unwavering
Example
She remained steadfast in her commitment to helping the poor.
C1 noun
stealth
Meaning
The act of moving, doing, or achieving something quietly and secretly.
Example
The cat moved with stealth towards its prey.
C1 adjective
steeped
Meaning
Completely surrounded by or filled with a particular quality, influence, or experience.
Example
The town is steeped in history and tradition.
C1 adjective
stellar
Meaning
Relating to stars; outstanding or excellent.
Example
She gave a stellar performance in the play.
C1 noun
stench
Meaning
A very strong and unpleasant smell.
Example
The stench of garbage filled the alley.
C1 noun
stencil
Meaning
A thin sheet of material with a design cut out, used to produce the design on the surface below by applying paint or ink through the cut-out holes.
Example
The artist used a stencil to paint identical stars on the wall.
C1 noun
stents
Meaning
Small mesh tubes used to treat narrow or blocked arteries.
Example
Stents were successfully placed using robotic techniques.
C1 adjective
stereotyped
Meaning
Conforming to a fixed or oversimplified idea of what someone or something is like.
Example
His stereotyped jokes failed to impress the audience.
C1 noun
stereotyping
Meaning
A widely held but fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person or thing.
Example
Stereotyping people based on their race is harmful.
C1 adjective
sterile
Meaning
Free from bacteria or other living microorganisms; incapable of producing offspring.
Example
The surgeon worked in a sterile environment to avoid infection.
C1 noun/adjective
sterling
Meaning
British money, especially pounds; of excellent quality.
Example
She was praised for her sterling work on the project.
C1 noun
stickler
Meaning
a person who insists on a certain quality or standard of behavior
Example
He is a stickler for punctuality and never tolerates delays.
C1 verb
stifle
Meaning
to prevent or restrain an action, idea, or emotion; to suffocate
Example
She tried to stifle a laugh during the serious meeting.
C1 verb
stifled
Meaning
to suppress, hold back, or prevent something from happening
Example
He stifled a laugh during the serious meeting.