Vocabulary Cards
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C2 noun
martinet
Meaning
A strict disciplinarian who demands rigid adherence to rules.
Example
The new manager was such a martinet that even minor infractions were punished.
C1 noun
Martyr
Meaning
A person who is killed because of their religious or political beliefs
Example
He became a martyr for the cause of freedom and democracy.
C1 noun
Martyrdom
Meaning
The suffering of death on account of adherence to a cause or principle
Example
His martyrdom inspired countless others to join the freedom movement.
B2 verb
marvel
Meaning
To be filled with wonder or astonishment.
Example
People marvel at their surroundings.
B1 adjective
Marvellous
Meaning
extremely good; wonderful; causing great wonder
Example
The view from the mountain was marvellous.
B1 adjective
marvelous
Meaning
Causing great wonder or delight; extraordinary.
Example
She gave a marvelous performance on stage.
B2 adjective
masculine
Meaning
having qualities traditionally associated with men
Example
He has a deep, masculine voice.
C2 noun
Mase
Meaning
spice obtained from the reddish seed covering of the nutmeg seed
Example
A pinch of mace adds warmth to the dessert.
C1 verb
mash
Meaning
to crush or mix food into a soft mass, usually by pressing or beating
Example
She mashed the potatoes before serving dinner.
B1 noun
Mask
Meaning
covering for the face or head; disguise or protection
Example
She wore a mask to protect herself from dust.
B1 noun
masks
Meaning
Coverings for all or part of the face, worn as a disguise, for protection, or for medical reasons.
Example
Masks can protect against polluted air.
C2 noun
masochist
Meaning
a person who derives pleasure from their own pain or humiliation
Example
He was called a masochist for enjoying tough challenges.
C1 noun
mason
Meaning
a person skilled in building with stone, brick, or concrete
Example
The mason carefully laid the bricks for the new house.
C2 noun
masquerade
Meaning
a party or gathering where people wear masks and costumes; a false outward show
Example
The charity event was held as a grand masquerade.
B1 noun
mass
Meaning
a large body of matter with no specific shape; a large number of people or things
Example
A huge mass of people gathered in the square.
C1 verb
massacre
Meaning
to kill a large number of people brutally; to defeat decisively
Example
The army massacred the innocent civilians.
B1 verb
massage
Meaning
to rub and press muscles to relieve pain or tension; to manipulate information
Example
The therapist will massage your back to reduce muscle tension.
B1 adjective
Massive
Meaning
extremely large; huge in size or amount
Example
The company made a massive profit this year.
A2 noun
Master
Meaning
A skilled practitioner of a particular art or activity; a teacher or expert
Example
Leonardo da Vinci was a master of both painting and sculpture.
B2 noun
Masterpiece
Meaning
A work of outstanding artistry, skill, or workmanship
Example
The Mona Lisa is considered one of the greatest masterpieces of all time.
B2 noun
Mastery
Meaning
Great skill or expertise in a subject or activity
Example
His mastery of the violin impressed audiences around the world.
C2 verb
masticate
Meaning
to chew food thoroughly before swallowing
Example
He slowly masticated the bread before swallowing.
B2 noun
Mat
Meaning
a piece of coarse material placed on a floor for people to wipe their feet on
Example
Please wipe your feet on the mat before entering.
A2 verb
match
Meaning
to be equal to something; to find something that corresponds to another
Example
The colors of her dress match perfectly with her shoes.