Vocabulary Cards
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B2 adverb
critically
Meaning
in a way that expresses disapproval or a very serious, important way
Example
He was critically injured in the accident.
B1 noun
criticism
Meaning
The expression of disapproval or judgment of the merits of something
Example
The new policy has faced a lot of criticism from the public.
B1 verb
criticize
Meaning
to express disapproval or find fault with someone or something
Example
The teacher criticized the student's poor handwriting.
B2 noun/verb
critique
Meaning
A detailed analysis and assessment of something, especially a literary, philosophical, or political theory; to evaluate critically.
Example
The professor asked the students to critique each other's essays.
C1 noun/verb
crochet
Meaning
Needlework made by interlocking loops of thread with a hooked needle; the act of making such items.
Example
She learned how to crochet a scarf for winter.
B2 noun
Crock pot
Meaning
an electric cooking pot that cooks food slowly at low temperatures
Example
I put the chicken and vegetables in the crock pot before going to work.
C1 noun
crockery
Meaning
Dishes, plates, cups, and other items made of earthenware or china.
Example
The hotel provided clean crockery for the guests.
A2 noun
Crocodile
Meaning
a large reptile with a long mouth and sharp teeth that lives in rivers and lakes in hot countries
Example
The crocodile slowly moved through the murky water.
C2 noun
crone
Meaning
An old woman, often one who is thin and ugly, sometimes associated with witch-like qualities.
Example
The children were scared by the story of the wicked crone in the forest.
C1 noun
cronyism
Meaning
The practice of favoring friends or associates, especially in political appointments or business deals.
Example
The company was accused of cronyism in hiring practices.
C1 noun
crook
Meaning
a dishonest person, especially a criminal
Example
The police finally caught the crook who had been stealing cars.
C2 verb
croon
Meaning
to sing or hum in a soft, low, and gentle voice
Example
She crooned a lullaby to help the baby fall asleep.
B1 noun
crop
Meaning
plants that are grown and harvested for food or other use
Example
The farmers harvested their rice crop in autumn.
A2 verb
cross
Meaning
to go from one side to another, or to pass through
Example
We crossed the river using a wooden bridge.
C1 verb
crossbreed
Meaning
to produce an animal or plant by mating two different breeds, varieties, or species
Example
Farmers crossbreed cows to improve milk production.
C1 adverb
Crosswise
Meaning
in the form of a cross; diagonally across
Example
Place the logs crosswise to build a stable fire.
C2 adjective
crotchety
Meaning
bad-tempered, easily annoyed, and often complaining
Example
The crotchety old man yelled at the children for playing near his house.
C1 verb
crouch
Meaning
to bend your knees and lower your body close to the ground
Example
The cat crouched before leaping at its prey.
B2 noun
Crow
Meaning
a large black bird known for its intelligence and harsh call
Example
The crow cawed loudly from the tree branch.
C1 noun
Crowbar
Meaning
a heavy iron bar with a curved end used as a lever for prying things apart
Example
He used a crowbar to remove the old nails.
A2 noun
crowd
Meaning
a large number of people gathered together
Example
A huge crowd gathered to watch the concert.
A2 adjective
crowded
Meaning
filled with too many people or things
Example
The bus was so crowded that I could hardly move.
B1 noun
Crown
Meaning
a circular ornamental headdress worn by a monarch as a symbol of authority
Example
The queen wore a magnificent crown during the coronation ceremony.
B1 adjective
crucial
Meaning
Decisive or critical, especially in the success or failure of something.
Example
Fault-tolerance is crucial for reliability.