Vocabulary Cards
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C1 noun
creed
Meaning
A system of religious or spiritual beliefs or a guiding principle.
Example
Freedom of speech is part of his personal creed.
B2 noun
creek
Meaning
a small stream or narrow river
Example
We went fishing by the creek near our house.
B2 verb
creep
Meaning
to move slowly and quietly; to make someone feel uncomfortable
Example
She crept quietly up the stairs to avoid waking anyone.
C1 verb
cremate
Meaning
to burn a dead body to ashes as a funeral rite
Example
According to his wishes, they cremated his body after the funeral.
C2 noun
crematory
Meaning
a place where dead bodies are cremated
Example
The crematory was located near the cemetery.
C2 adjective
crepuscular
Meaning
relating to twilight or active during twilight
Example
Bats are crepuscular animals, most active at dawn and dusk.
C1 noun
crescendo
Meaning
a gradual increase in loudness or intensity, especially in music
Example
The orchestra built to a powerful crescendo before the finale.
C1 noun
crest
Meaning
the top of a hill, wave, or mountain; a symbol of identity
Example
The hikers reached the crest of the mountain at sunrise.
C2 adjective
crestfallen
Meaning
sad and disappointed
Example
He looked crestfallen after hearing the bad news.
C1 noun
crevasse
Meaning
a deep crack in a glacier or the earth’s surface
Example
The climbers carefully crossed the icy crevasse.
C1 noun
crevice
Meaning
a narrow crack or opening, especially in a rock or wall
Example
The lizard hid in a crevice between the stones.
B1 noun
crew
Meaning
A group of people working together, especially on a ship, aircraft, or project.
Example
The ship's crew worked tirelessly during the storm.
A2 noun
Cricket
Meaning
a jumping insect that makes a chirping sound by rubbing its wings together
Example
We could hear crickets chirping in the evening.
A2 noun
crime
Meaning
An illegal act punishable by law.
Example
The police are investigating the crime.
B1 noun, adjective
criminal
Meaning
A person who has committed a crime; relating to crime
Example
The police arrested a dangerous criminal last night.
C1 adjective
Crimson
Meaning
a deep purplish-red color
Example
The crimson sunset painted the sky with beautiful shades.
C1 verb
cringe
Meaning
To shrink back in fear, embarrassment, or discomfort.
Example
She cringed when she remembered her mistake.
C2 verb
crinkle
Meaning
To form small creases or wrinkles.
Example
She crinkled her nose at the strange smell.
B1 noun
crisis
Meaning
A time of intense difficulty, trouble, or danger.
Example
The financial crisis affected global markets.
B2 noun
criteria
Meaning
Standards or principles by which something is judged or decided.
Example
The candidates were evaluated based on strict criteria.
B2 noun
criterion
Meaning
A standard or rule used to make a judgment or decision.
Example
Honesty is an important criterion for this job.
B2 noun
critic
Meaning
A person who judges the merits of something, especially art or literature
Example
The film critic praised the director's latest movie.
B1 adjective
critical
Meaning
Extremely important; at a point of crisis or urgency.
Example
Addressing critical issues in education is imperative.
B2 noun
critical thinking
Meaning
The objective analysis and evaluation of an issue in order to form a judgment.
Example
Critical thinking helps in making informed decisions.