Vocabulary Cards
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B2 noun
mindfulness
Meaning
The basic human ability to be fully present, aware of where we are and what we're doing.
Example
Mindfulness practices improve focus and emotional balance.
C1 adjective
mindless
Meaning
without thought or intelligence; done without consideration
Example
He was bored by the mindless tasks at work.
B2 noun
mindset
Meaning
The established set of attitudes held by someone.
Example
A growth mindset helps individuals embrace challenges.
A2 noun, pronoun, verb
mine
Meaning
a place where minerals are dug from the ground; or something belonging to me
Example
The workers went deep into the mine to extract coal.
B2 noun
miner
Meaning
a person who works in a mine, extracting minerals or other resources
Example
The miner worked in the coal mine for many years.
B2 noun
mineral
Meaning
a naturally occurring substance that is solid and inorganic, often used in industry or nutrition
Example
Calcium is an important mineral for strong bones.
C1 verb
mingle
Meaning
to mix or combine; to move among people and engage socially
Example
Guests mingled at the party, chatting and laughing together.
C2 adjective
Mingy
Meaning
mean or stingy; unwilling to spend money
Example
He is too mingy to spend money on anything but necessities.
B2 noun/adjective
miniature
Meaning
a very small version of something; small in scale or size
Example
The artist created a miniature model of the castle.
B2 adjective
minimal
Meaning
the smallest or least amount possible
Example
The damage to the car was minimal after the accident.
B2 verb
minimize
Meaning
Reduce (something, especially something unwanted or unpleasant) to the smallest possible amount or degree.
Example
Efforts should be made to minimize plastic usage.
B2 adjective
minimum
Meaning
The least or smallest amount or quantity possible, attained, or required.
Example
This year saw a minimum unemployment rate.
B2 noun
mining
Meaning
the process of extracting valuable minerals or other resources from the earth
Example
Mining in this area has increased in recent years.
C2 noun
minion
Meaning
A follower or underling of a powerful person, especially a servile one.
Example
The dictator was surrounded by loyal minions who carried out his orders.
C2 adjective
miniscule
Meaning
Extremely small or tiny.
Example
The error was so miniscule that nobody noticed it.
B1 noun
minister
Meaning
a head of a government department; a person who leads a church
Example
The finance minister announced new tax policies.
C2 noun
ministration
Meaning
The act of providing care, assistance, or religious service.
Example
She recovered thanks to the kind ministrations of the nurses.
B2 noun
Ministry
Meaning
A government department responsible for a particular area of public administration
Example
The Ministry of Education announced new policies for schools.
B2 adjective/noun
minor
Meaning
less important, serious, or significant; a person under the legal age
Example
Luckily, the accident caused only minor injuries.
B2 noun
minority
Meaning
A smaller number or part, especially a group differing from the majority.
Example
The law aims to protect the rights of ethnic minorities.
B2 noun
Mint
Meaning
An aromatic plant used for flavoring; also a place where money is manufactured
Example
She added fresh mint leaves to the tea for a refreshing taste.
C1 adjective
minuscule
Meaning
extremely small in size or importance
Example
She made only a minuscule contribution to the project.
A2 adjective
Minute
Meaning
extremely small; tiny; detailed; precise
Example
The scientist examined minute details under the microscope.
C1 adverb
Minutely
Meaning
in very small detail; extremely carefully
Example
The detective examined the evidence minutely.