CEFR Level
disturbing and horrifying because of involvement with or depiction of death and injury
"The horror movie had a macabre ending."
a streamlined marine fish with a forked tail and wavy stripes
"Mackerel is rich in omega-3 fatty acids."
Relating to macroeconomics or the large-scale or general economic factors, such as interest rates and national productivity.
"Macroeconomic policies influence inflation and employment rates."
Nutrients that are needed in large amounts to provide energy and building materials for the body, including carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.
"Proteins, fats, and carbohydrates are vital macronutrients."
To make someone very angry or extremely annoyed.
"The constant noise maddened him."
a bright purplish-red color
"She wore a beautiful magenta dress to the party."
A civil officer who administers the law, often with limited judicial authority.
"The magistrate presided over the minor criminal case."
A wealthy and influential person, especially in business or industry.
"The oil magnate donated millions to charity."
splendor, grandeur, or impressive beauty
"The magnificence of the palace left everyone speechless."
to make something appear larger or more important than it really is
"The microscope can magnify tiny cells."
the great size, extent, or importance of something
"The magnitude of the earthquake shocked the nation."
a train that carries mail and postal packages
"The mail train departs every evening to deliver letters across the country."
Having impressive beauty, dignity, or grandeur; regal and stately in appearance.
"The majestic Himalayas stand tall against the sky."
used as a temporary substitute; improvised
"They used boxes as a makeshift table."
a disease or disorder of the body or mind; a serious problem
"The doctor treated the malady with great care."
a general feeling of discomfort, illness, or unease whose exact cause is difficult to identify
"After the long journey, she felt a general malaise."
Having or showing a wish to do evil or harm to others.
"The malevolent glare in his eyes frightened the children."
A failure to function normally or satisfactorily; a defect or breakdown.
"The engine malfunctioned due to overheating."
The intention or desire to do evil or cause harm.
"She bore no malice towards her former friend."
Characterized by malice; intending or intended to do harm.
"The hackers launched a malicious attack on the company’s system."
to speak harmful untruths about someone; to slander or defame
"She felt hurt when her rivals tried to malign her reputation."
dangerous or harmful in influence or effect; medically, tending to invade and destroy tissue
"Doctors confirmed that the tumor was malignant."
Easily shaped or influenced; capable of being bent or adapted.
"Gold is a highly malleable metal used in jewelry."
A tool with a large, usually wooden head, used for hitting something without damaging it.
"He used a mallet to drive the chisel into the wood."
Lack of proper nutrition, caused by not having enough to eat, not eating enough of the right things, or being unable to use the food that one does eat.
"Children in poverty-stricken areas suffer from malnourishment."
Lack of proper nutrition; poor nourishment
"Malnutrition among children is a serious public health concern."
Improper, illegal, or negligent professional behavior
"The surgeon was sued for malpractice after the failed operation."
An extinct large elephant-like animal with long curved tusks; also means something huge.
"The company faced a mammoth challenge during expansion."
an official order or command; to give someone authority to act in a certain way
"The government issued a mandate to reduce carbon emissions."
the long hair growing on the neck of a horse, lion, or other animal
"The lion shook its thick mane proudly."
a planned or skillful movement or action; to move skillfully or carefully
"The pilot maneuvered the plane through the storm."
A coastal forest ecosystem characterized by salt-tolerant trees and shrubs that grow in intertidal zones.
"Sundarbans is the world's largest mangrove forest."
an extreme enthusiasm or obsession; a mental illness marked by excitement
"There was a mania for collecting rare stamps."
a person who behaves in a wildly foolish, dangerous, or violent way
"The driver was speeding like a maniac."
an event, action, or object that clearly shows or embodies something
"His sudden anger was a manifestation of his stress."
a public declaration of policy and aims, especially by a political party
"The party released its manifesto before the election."
many and various; having many different forms
"The benefits of exercise are manifold."
having qualities traditionally associated with men; brave; courageous
"He showed manly courage during the crisis."
a life-sized model of a human figure used by shops to display clothes
"The mannequin in the shop window was dressed in a red gown."
Having or showing a particular manner, especially an artificial or affected one.
"The actor’s performance was too mannered to feel natural."
A habitual way of speaking or behaving; a distinctive personal trait.
"One of his funny mannerisms is scratching his head when he’s nervous."
To move skillfully or carefully; to guide or manipulate into a desired position.
"The driver skillfully manoeuvered the car through the narrow street."
A large country house with lands; the main house of an estate.
"The old manor stood proudly on the hill for centuries."
A cloak or covering; also the layer of the earth between the crust and the core.
"The leader assumed the mantle of responsibility."
Animal dung used for fertilizing land; organic matter used as fertilizer.
"Organic manure enhances soil fertility."
a handwritten or typed document, especially a writer’s draft before publication
"The author submitted her manuscript to the publisher."
an adult female horse
"The beautiful mare galloped across the meadow."
Relating to or at the edge; small or insignificant in amount or importance.
"He made only a marginal improvement in his grades."
The treatment of a person, group, or concept as insignificant or peripheral.
"Economic policies should address the marginalization of the poor."
