Vocabulary Cards
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C2 noun
Champak
Meaning
a fragrant yellow or white flower from a tree native to South Asia, used in perfumes and religious ceremonies
Example
The champak tree in the temple courtyard bloomed with golden flowers.
B1 noun
champion
Meaning
a person who has defeated all rivals in a competition or fight.
Example
She became the champion after winning the final match.
B1 noun
championship
Meaning
a competition to decide who is the best in a particular sport or activity.
Example
The championship will be held next month.
A2 noun
chance
Meaning
An opportunity or possibility of something happening.
Example
He took a chance and applied for the job.
C1 noun
chancellor
Meaning
A senior state or legal official, or the head of a university.
Example
The chancellor delivered an inspiring speech at the graduation ceremony.
C2 noun
chancery
Meaning
A court of equity or the office of a chancellor.
Example
The case was taken to the chancery court for resolution.
A1 noun
change
Meaning
The act or instance of making or becoming different.
Example
Change is inevitable for growth.
B2 noun
change management
Meaning
The discipline that guides how we prepare, equip and support individuals, teams and organizations in making organizational change.
Example
Change management ensures smooth transitions.
B2 adjective
Changeable
Meaning
able to be changed; likely to change frequently
Example
The weather is very changeable in spring.
A2 verb
changing
Meaning
The act of becoming different; ongoing process of change.
Example
The weather is changing rapidly.
B1 noun
Channel
Meaning
a television or radio station; a passage for water or other liquids; a means of communication
Example
The news channel provided live coverage of the important event.
B2 verb
chant
Meaning
to sing or recite in a rhythmic way
Example
The monks chant prayers in the temple.
B2 noun
Chaos
Meaning
complete disorder and confusion; a state of total confusion with no order
Example
The earthquake caused chaos in the city as buildings collapsed and people panicked.
B2 adjective
Chaotic
Meaning
in a state of complete confusion and disorder
Example
The situation became chaotic after the announcement.
B2 noun
chapel
Meaning
A small church or a room used for Christian worship, often within a larger building.
Example
The couple got married in a small countryside chapel.
C1 noun
chaperon
Meaning
An older person who accompanies and supervises young people in social situations.
Example
The teacher acted as a chaperon during the school dance.
C1 noun
chaplain
Meaning
A member of the clergy attached to a private chapel, institution, hospital, or military unit.
Example
The army chaplain offered prayers before the battle.
B1 noun
chapter
Meaning
A main division of a book or a period in someone's life.
Example
I just finished the first chapter of the novel.
C1 verb
char
Meaning
To burn or scorch something so that it becomes blackened.
Example
The cook accidentally charred the steak.
A2 noun
Character
Meaning
the mental and moral qualities distinctive to an individual; a person in a novel, play, or film
Example
She showed great character by helping others during the crisis.
B2 noun
character development
Meaning
The process of creating a believable character in fiction by giving the character depth and personality.
Example
The character development of Sydney Carton is profound.
B1 noun/adjective
characteristic
Meaning
A distinguishing quality or feature of a person, place, or thing.
Example
Kindness is a characteristic of true leadership.
B2 verb
characterize
Meaning
to describe or portray the distinctive features or qualities of someone or something
Example
The author characterizes the hero as brave and selfless.
C1 noun
charade
Meaning
an absurd pretense or act intended to deceive; also a word-guessing game
Example
The trial was nothing more than a political charade.