Vocabulary Cards
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C1 noun
fetus
Meaning
an unborn or unhatched offspring in the womb or egg
Example
The doctor explained the development of the fetus during pregnancy.
C1 noun
feud
Meaning
a prolonged and bitter quarrel or conflict, often between families or groups
Example
The two families have been in a feud for generations.
C1 adjective
feudal
Meaning
relating to the system of feudalism, a medieval social system based on land ownership and obligations
Example
The castle is a remnant of the feudal era.
C1 noun
feudalism
Meaning
the social system in medieval Europe in which people worked and fought for nobles who gave them protection and land in return
Example
Feudalism shaped the political structure of medieval Europe.
A2 noun
fever
Meaning
a medical condition in which the body temperature is higher than normal
Example
He couldn’t go to work because he had a high fever.
A1 adjective
few
Meaning
A small number of; not many.
Example
Only a few students attended the class.
A2 determiner/adjective
fewer
Meaning
a smaller number of; not as many
Example
Fewer people attended the meeting than expected.
C2 noun
Fez
Meaning
a cone-shaped red hat with a tassel, traditionally worn by men in some Middle Eastern countries
Example
The traditional costume included a red fez with a black tassel.
B2 noun
Fiance
Meaning
a man who is engaged to be married
Example
Sarah introduced her fiance to her parents during the family dinner.
B2 noun
Fiancee
Meaning
a woman who is engaged to be married
Example
John bought a beautiful engagement ring for his fiancee.
C1 noun
fiasco
Meaning
a complete failure, especially a ludicrous or humiliating one
Example
The event turned into a complete fiasco due to poor planning.
C2 noun
fiat
Meaning
an official order or decree; authoritative command
Example
The new policy was enacted by royal fiat.
B2 noun
fiber
Meaning
a thread or filament from which a textile is formed; dietary substance from plants that aids digestion
Example
Fruits and vegetables are high in fiber.
B2 noun
fibre
Meaning
A thread or filament from which a vegetable tissue, mineral substance, or textile is formed; dietary material that aids digestion.
Example
Eating foods rich in fibre can improve your digestion.
C1 adjective
Fickle
Meaning
changeable; inconstant; liable to sudden unpredictable change
Example
His fickle nature made it hard to trust his promises.
B1 noun
fiction
Meaning
Literature created from the imagination, not presented as fact.
Example
She enjoys reading science fiction novels.
C1 adjective
fictitious
Meaning
not real or true; imaginary or fabricated
Example
The story he told was entirely fictitious.
C1 noun
fidelity
Meaning
Faithfulness to a person, cause, or belief, demonstrated by continuing loyalty and support.
Example
A dog's fidelity to its owner is unmatched.
C1 verb
fidget
Meaning
to make small movements, especially because of nervousness or impatience
Example
The child began to fidget during the long lecture.
C2 adjective
fiducial
Meaning
based on trust or confidence; serving as a standard of reference
Example
The fiducial point on the map ensures accurate measurements.
C2 adjective/noun
fiduciary
Meaning
Involving trust, especially with regard to the relationship between a trustee and a beneficiary.
Example
Banks have fiduciary duties towards their clients.
C2 noun
fief
Meaning
an estate of land held under the feudal system; a domain or area of control
Example
The knight was granted a fief by the lord for his service.
A2 noun
field
Meaning
an area of open land, often used for farming, sports, or scientific study
Example
The children played football in the field.
C1 noun
fiend
Meaning
an evil spirit or demon; a wicked or cruel person; someone obsessed with a particular thing
Example
He is a real fiend when it comes to solving puzzles.