Vocabulary Cards
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C1 verb
abound
Meaning
To exist in large numbers or amounts.
Example
Opportunities abound in the field of technology.
A1 preposition, adverb
about
Meaning
concerning; on the subject of; approximately
Example
We talked about the new project yesterday.
A2 adverb
Above
Meaning
in or to a higher place; overhead
Example
The airplane flew above the clouds.
C2 adjective, adverb
aboveboard
Meaning
Open and honest; without deception or trickery.
Example
The business deal was completely aboveboard.
C2 verb
abrade
Meaning
to scrape or wear away the surface by friction or erosion
Example
The rough cloth can easily abrade the skin.
C1 noun
abrasion
Meaning
a scrape or wearing away of the skin or surface due to friction
Example
He suffered a minor abrasion on his knee after falling.
C1 adjective
abrasive
Meaning
harsh, rough, or capable of wearing down by rubbing
Example
His abrasive tone made everyone uncomfortable.
C1 adverb
abreast
Meaning
side by side and facing the same direction; informed about something
Example
The soldiers marched two abreast down the street.
C2 verb
abridge
Meaning
to shorten a text without losing its meaning
Example
The editor decided to abridge the long novel for young readers.
C2 noun
abridgment
Meaning
A shortened version of a larger work, such as a book or speech.
Example
The publisher released an abridgment of the lengthy novel for students.
A2 adverb
Abroad
Meaning
in or to a foreign country
Example
She decided to study abroad for a year.
C2 verb
abrogate
Meaning
To formally repeal, cancel, or abolish a law, agreement, or custom.
Example
The government decided to abrogate the outdated treaty.
B2 adjective
abrupt
Meaning
Sudden or unexpected, often without warning.
Example
The car came to an abrupt stop in the middle of the road.
B2 adverb
Abruptly
Meaning
suddenly and unexpectedly; without warning
Example
The meeting ended abruptly when the power went out.
C1 noun
abscess
Meaning
A swollen area within body tissue containing pus, usually caused by infection.
Example
The dentist treated the abscess in his tooth.
C2 noun
abscission
Meaning
The natural detachment of parts of a plant, typically leaves or fruit.
Example
The autumn season is marked by the abscission of leaves from trees.
C2 verb
abscond
Meaning
to leave secretly and quickly, often to avoid arrest or punishment
Example
The thief tried to abscond with the stolen jewelry.
B1 noun
Absence
Meaning
the state of being away from a place or person; lack or non-existence
Example
His absence from the meeting was noticed by everyone.
B1 adjective
absent
Meaning
not present at a place or event
Example
She was absent from the meeting yesterday.
B2 adjective
absent-minded
Meaning
often forgetting things or not paying attention
Example
He is so absent-minded that he often forgets his keys.
B2 adjective
absolute
Meaning
total, complete, or without restriction
Example
The dictator had absolute power over the nation.
B1 adverb
Absolutely
Meaning
completely; totally; without exception
Example
I absolutely agree with your decision.
C2 noun
absolution
Meaning
formal release from guilt, obligation, or punishment
Example
The priest granted him absolution for his sins.
C1 verb
absolve
Meaning
to free someone from blame, guilt, or responsibility; to pardon
Example
The priest absolved him of his sins.