Vocabulary Cards
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C1 noun
canary
Meaning
a small, usually yellow bird known for its singing; also used as a warning sign in dangerous conditions
Example
The canary sang beautifully in its cage.
A2 verb
cancel
Meaning
to decide that something planned will not take place
Example
The flight was canceled due to heavy rain.
B1 noun
cancellation
Meaning
the act of stopping something that was planned or scheduled; the act of nullifying or invalidating something
Example
The airline announced the cancellation of several flights due to bad weather.
A2 noun
cancer
Meaning
A disease in which abnormal cells divide uncontrollably and destroy body tissue.
Example
Smoking is a leading cause of lung cancer.
C1 adjective
Candid
Meaning
truthful and straightforward; frank and honest in expression
Example
I appreciate your candid opinion about the project.
B1 noun
candidate
Meaning
A person who applies for a job or is nominated for election.
Example
The candidate gave a strong speech during the debate.
B1 noun
candidates
Meaning
A person who applies for a job or is nominated for election; someone being considered for a position.
Example
Candidates undergo a rigorous selection process.
C1 noun
candidness
Meaning
The quality of being open, honest, and straightforward
Example
Her candidness during the meeting impressed everyone.
A2 noun
candle
Meaning
a stick of wax with a wick that burns to give light
Example
She lit a candle during the power cut.
C1 noun
candor
Meaning
The quality of being open, honest, and straightforward in speech or expression.
Example
She spoke with candor about the challenges she faced.
A2 noun
candy
Meaning
a sweet food made with sugar or chocolate, often in small pieces
Example
The children were excited to get candy on Halloween.
C1 adjective, noun
canine
Meaning
Relating to dogs; also refers to the pointed teeth in humans and animals
Example
The police trained a canine unit for search operations.
C2 noun, verb
canker
Meaning
A fungal disease of plants; an ulcerous sore in the mouth; to corrupt or destroy slowly
Example
The tree was infected with a canker that damaged its bark.
C2 noun
Canna
Meaning
a tropical flowering plant with large, colorful flowers and broad leaves
Example
The bright orange canna lilies grew tall beside the pond.
C1 noun
Cannibal
Meaning
a person who eats the flesh of other human beings
Example
The explorer's journal described rumors of cannibals living on the remote island.
B2 noun
Cannon
Meaning
large heavy gun that fires cannonballs or shells
Example
The castle was defended by several large cannons.
C1 adjective
canny
Meaning
Having good judgment, especially in business or practical matters; shrewd.
Example
She made a canny investment in real estate.
B1 noun
Canoe
Meaning
a narrow boat pointed at both ends and moved with a paddle
Example
They paddled their canoe down the peaceful stream.
C1 noun
canon
Meaning
A general law, rule, principle, or collection of sacred books accepted as genuine.
Example
The book is now considered part of the literary canon.
C1 adjective
canonical
Meaning
Conforming to a general rule or accepted standard; officially recognized.
Example
Shakespeare’s works are considered canonical in English literature.
C2 verb
canonize
Meaning
To officially declare a dead person a saint; to regard as great or significant.
Example
The church canonized the martyr after years of investigation.
C1 noun
canopy
Meaning
The upper layer of a forest formed by the crowns of trees; overhead cover.
Example
The rainforest canopy provides shelter to many birds and insects.
C2 noun
cant
Meaning
Hypocritical and insincere talk, especially about moral or religious principles.
Example
The politician's speech was filled with cant about honesty and integrity.
C2 adjective
cantankerous
Meaning
Bad-tempered, argumentative, and uncooperative.
Example
The cantankerous old man complained about everything.