Vocabulary Cards
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C1 noun
Brim
Meaning
the projecting edge of a hat; the edge or lip of something
Example
The wide brim of his hat protected him from the scorching sun.
C2 noun
brimstone
Meaning
Sulfur, especially when considered as fiery and associated with hell or divine punishment.
Example
The preacher spoke of fire and brimstone to warn the congregation.
C2 adjective
brindled
Meaning
Having a brownish or tawny color with streaks or spots of another color.
Example
The farmer owned a brindled cow with distinctive stripes.
C1 noun
brine
Meaning
Water saturated with salt, often used for preserving food.
Example
The olives were stored in brine to keep them fresh.
A1 verb
bring
Meaning
to carry or take something to a place; to come with something
Example
Please bring your books to class tomorrow.
C2 noun
Brinjal
Meaning
a large purple vegetable that is white inside; also called eggplant
Example
My mother cooked brinjal curry for lunch.
B2 noun
brink
Meaning
The edge or point just before a significant event or change.
Example
The company was on the brink of bankruptcy.
B2 adjective
Brisk
Meaning
quick and energetic; lively; vigorous
Example
She took a brisk walk in the morning to feel energized.
C1 verb, noun
bristle
Meaning
to react angrily or defensively; a short stiff hair or fiber
Example
The cat bristled when it saw the dog.
C1 adjective
bristling
Meaning
full of energy, anger, or excitement; showing bristles standing up
Example
He entered the room bristling with confidence.
C2 noun
britannia
Meaning
the personification of Britain, often shown as a woman with a helmet and shield
Example
Britannia has been a symbol of Britain since Roman times.
C2 noun
briticism
Meaning
a word, phrase, or characteristic feature of British English
Example
The word 'lorry' is a well-known Briticism.
A2 adjective
british
Meaning
relating to Great Britain or its people
Example
She loves British culture and traditions.
C1 adjective
brittle
Meaning
easily broken or cracked; hard but liable to break
Example
The glass was so brittle that it cracked easily.
C1 verb
broach
Meaning
to bring up a subject for discussion
Example
She decided to broach the topic of salary with her manager.
B1 adjective
Broad
Meaning
wide; extensive; covering a large area
Example
The river is very broad at this point.
B2 noun
broadband
Meaning
a high-capacity transmission technique using a wide range of frequencies.
Example
Broadband internet has become a necessity in modern homes.
B1 verb
broadcast
Meaning
to transmit a program or information by radio, television, or online media
Example
The match was broadcast live on television.
B2 noun
broadcaster
Meaning
a person or organization that transmits a broadcast program.
Example
The broadcaster aired the match live to millions of viewers.
B2 verb
broaden
Meaning
to make wider or larger in scope; to expand ideas, experience, or understanding
Example
Travel can broaden your perspective on different cultures.
B2 adverb
broadly
Meaning
in a general or wide manner.
Example
The rules are broadly similar across all regions.
C2 noun
broadside
Meaning
a strong verbal attack or a sheet of paper printed on one side
Example
The politician launched a broadside against his opponent.
C2 noun
brocade
Meaning
a rich fabric woven with a raised pattern, often in gold or silver thread
Example
She wore a beautiful brocade dress to the wedding.
B1 noun
brochure
Meaning
a small booklet or pamphlet containing information or advertising
Example
The travel agent gave us a brochure about the holiday package.