Vocabulary Cards
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C2 verb
bemuse
Meaning
To confuse or puzzle someone.
Example
The complex instructions bemused the new employees.
C1 adjective
bemused
Meaning
confused, puzzled, or lost in thought
Example
She looked bemused when he asked the strange question.
A2 noun
Bench
Meaning
a long seat for several people, typically made of wood or stone
Example
The students sat on the bench.
B2 noun
benchmark
Meaning
A standard or point of reference against which things may be compared or assessed.
Example
Sabah Al Ahmad Sea City sets a benchmark in sustainability.
B2 noun
benchmarking
Meaning
Comparing with a specific industry or competitor to set the best standards.
Example
Companies use benchmarking to assess their performance.
B1 noun
Bend
Meaning
a curved or angled part of something; a turning point in a road or river
Example
There is a sharp bend in the river ahead.
C1 adjective
bendy
Meaning
Easily curved or flexible.
Example
The bendy straw made it easier to drink from the cup.
B1 adverb
Beneath
Meaning
under; below; underneath
Example
The treasure lies beneath the old tree.
C2 noun
Benediction
Meaning
a blessing, especially a ceremonial one; an expression of good wishes
Example
The priest gave his benediction to the newlyweds.
C1 noun
Benefactor
Meaning
a person who gives money or other help to support a person or cause; a patron
Example
The anonymous benefactor donated millions to the hospital.
C2 noun
benefice
Meaning
a permanent church appointment for which property and income are provided
Example
The bishop appointed him to a wealthy benefice.
C2 adjective
beneficent
Meaning
generous or doing good
Example
The beneficent leader donated funds to build a hospital.
B2 adjective
beneficial
Meaning
Resulting in good; favorable or advantageous.
Example
Eye rubbing can be beneficial in moderation.
B2 noun
beneficiary
Meaning
a person who receives something, especially money or property, from a will or insurance policy
Example
She is the sole beneficiary of her father’s estate.
A2 noun
Benefit
Meaning
an advantage or profit gained from something; a helpful or good effect
Example
Exercise has many health benefits for your body.
C1 noun
benevolence
Meaning
The quality of being well meaning and kindly; the disposition to do good.
Example
His benevolence towards the poor earned him respect.
C1 adjective
benevolent
Meaning
Kind, generous, showing goodwill and kindness.
Example
His benevolent nature made him beloved.
C2 adjective
benighted
Meaning
In a state of intellectual or moral ignorance; overtaken by darkness.
Example
The explorers were lost in the benighted forest without any guide.
C1 adjective
benign
Meaning
Gentle, kind, or not harmful (especially of a disease or tumor).
Example
The doctor assured her that the tumor was benign.
C2 adjective
benignant
Meaning
Kindly and benevolent in nature.
Example
The teacher’s benignant attitude made the students feel comfortable.
C2 noun
Benignity
Meaning
kindness; gentleness; the quality of being benign or gracious
Example
Her benignity towards all people made her beloved by everyone.
C2 noun
benison
Meaning
A blessing or benefit.
Example
The rain was a benison for the drought-stricken farmers.
B2 noun
Bent
Meaning
a natural inclination or talent; a strong interest or liking for something
Example
She has a natural bent for music and art.
C2 verb
benumb
Meaning
to make physically numb or without sensation; to make mentally dull or insensitive
Example
The freezing wind seemed to benumb his fingers within minutes.