CEFR Level
Focused on achieving specific objectives or targets; driven by clear aims.
"Being goal-oriented is crucial for achieving success."
The process of identifying something that you want to accomplish and establishing measurable objectives to achieve it.
"Effective goal-setting helps individuals stay focused and motivated."
a small ornamental freshwater fish with golden or orange coloration, commonly kept as a pet
"The goldfish swam in circles around its glass bowl."
a circular band of gold worn as jewelry, typically on a finger
"He gave her a beautiful gold ring for their anniversary."
a train designed to transport cargo and freight rather than passengers
"The long goods train carried containers from the port to the inland depot."
a small round green or red berry that grows on a thorny bush
"Gooseberries are rich in vitamin C and make excellent jams."
the action or manner of governing a state, organization, or people
"Good governance is key to building a strong, prosperous nation."
An official appointed or elected to govern a state, territory, or organization.
"The governor addressed the citizens about the upcoming election."
a long dress, typically worn on formal occasions; a loose robe worn for comfort or in professional settings
"She looked elegant in her evening gown at the graduation ceremony."
simple elegance or refined movement; goodwill and kindness
"She moved with grace across the stage."
elegant; smooth; refined; having beauty of movement or manner
"The dancer moved with graceful elegance."
Courteous, kind, and pleasant, especially to someone of lower status.
"The hostess was very gracious to all her guests."
happening slowly over time; step by step; progressive;
"The gradual change in weather was barely noticeable."
Arranged in steps, levels, or stages; having completed a course of study and received a degree
"The scientist used a graduated cylinder to measure the liquid precisely."
a small hard seed of a cereal plant such as wheat or rice; a tiny particle of a substance
"A grain of rice fell off the plate."
chickpea; a leguminous plant and its edible seed
"She cooked gram curry for lunch today."
To give or allow something, usually in an official or formal way.
"The university granted him a scholarship for his excellent results."
Relating to visual art, especially involving drawing, design, or vivid description.
"The movie contained graphic scenes of violence."
visual images, designs, or drawings used to convey information or artistic expression
"The website uses stunning graphics to attract visitors."
to take hold of something firmly or to understand something completely
"He grasped the handle tightly."
a jumping insect with long hind legs that feeds on grass and plants
"The grasshopper jumped from one leaf to another."
covered with grass; resembling grass in color; green like grass
"The grassy field stretched as far as the eye could see."
the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for kindness
"She expressed her gratefulness to the doctors who saved her life."
The quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and return kindness.
"She expressed her gratitude to the team for their support."
A place where someone is buried; also used to describe something serious or solemn.
"He visited his grandfather's grave every year."
an area of land set aside for burial of the dead; a cemetery
"The old graveyard near the church dates back to the 18th century."
The natural force that attracts objects toward the center of the earth; seriousness or importance.
"Gravity keeps us from floating into space."
To feed on grass; to touch or scrape lightly while passing.
"The cows graze in the meadow every morning."
The act of animals eating grass in a field; also lightly touching or scraping against something.
"Cows were grazing peacefully in the meadow."
intense and selfish desire for something, especially wealth, power, or food
"His greed for money led him to make unethical business decisions."
unripe chili pepper that is green in color and has a spicy taste
"She added chopped green chili to the salad for extra heat."
Energy derived from renewable sources that have minimal environmental impact.
"Green energy reduces environmental harm."
a glass building used for growing plants, especially in cold climates
"The farmers built a large greenhouse to grow tomatoes in the winter."
The trapping of the sun's warmth in a planet's lower atmosphere due to the greater transparency of the atmosphere to visible radiation from the sun than to infrared radiation emitted from the planet's surface.
"The greenhouse effect is increasing global temperatures."
Leafy vegetables such as spinach, lettuce, and cabbage
"Eating greens is important for good health."
a network of lines that cross each other to form a series of squares or rectangles
"The map is overlaid on a grid to help identify locations."
Deep sorrow, especially caused by someone's death.
"She was overcome with grief after her father's passing."
To feel or cause deep sorrow, especially due to someone's death.
"She continues to grieve the loss of her best friend."
very serious or gloomy in appearance or outlook
"The future looked grim after the disaster."
to smile broadly, often showing teeth
"She grinned happily at the good news."
to break something into small pieces or powder by pressing or crushing it
"She grinds the coffee beans every morning for fresh coffee."
to hold something tightly or firmly
"He gripped the steering wheel tightly."
to clean, brush, and care for the appearance of someone or something
"She spends hours grooming her dog every week."
extremely unpleasant or disgusting; total before deductions
"He thought the food looked gross, but it tasted fine."
Innovative and pioneering; introducing new ideas or methods that change conventional approaches.
"The company introduced a groundbreaking technology."
Well balanced and sensible; having a sound basis in reality or fact.
"Staying grounded during difficult situations helps with resilience."
A mindset that believes in learning, developing, and improving skills.
"A growth mindset helps individuals embrace challenges."
to complain quietly or in a low voice
"She often grumbles about the traffic."
bad-tempered and irritable; easily annoyed
"He was grumpy all morning because he didn't sleep well."
