UK: /ˈʃedʒ.uːl/

US: /ˈskedʒ.uːl/

A plan that says when somebody is going to do certain things.

"I´ve got my holiday schedule organized so that i know what I´m doing every day.”

UK: /ˈded.laɪn/

US: /ˈded.laɪn/

A time or day by which something must be done.

"We hit delays and asked to extend the deadline.”

UK: /ɪmˈpruːv/

US: /ɪmˈpruːv/

To make something better.

"Her grades have improved greatly this semester.”

UK: /ˈes.eɪ/

US: /ˈes.eɪ/

A short piece of writing on a particular subject.

"Yesterday at school we had to write two essays.”

UK: /biˈjɒnd/

US: /biˈjɑːnd/

Further away in the distance (than something).

"Our house is just beyond the bridge.”

UK: /ˈnɒl.ɪdʒ/

US: /ˈnɑː.lɪdʒ/

The state of knowing about or being familiar with something.

"I only have a limited knowledge of Spanish.”

UK: /əˈsaɪn.mənt/

US: /əˈsaɪn.mənt/

A piece of work given to someone, typically as part of their studies or job.

"The homework assignment was to read Chapter 2 in our history book.”

US: /ˌɪm.pəlˈaɪt/

Not having or showing good manners; rude.

"It's very impolite to talk with your mouth full.”

UK: /ˈɡɔː.dʒəs/

US: /ˈɡɔːr.dʒəs/

Very beautiful or pleasant.

"What a gorgeous dress!”

UK: /daʊt/

US: /daʊt/

A feeling of not being sure.

“Jack had doubts about the answer to the question.”

UK: /ˈwɜːk.ʃiːt/

US: /ˈwɝːk.ʃiːt/

A piece of paper with questions and exercises for students.

“All the results are presented in the corresponding column of the worksheet.”

UK: /səbˈmɪt/

US: /səbˈmɪt/

To give or offer something for a decision to be made by others.

“You must submit your application before 1 January.”

UK: /ˈmaɪnd.set/

US: /ˈmaɪnd.set/

A person’s way of thinking and their opinions.

“the mindset of people who seek adventure.”

UK: /ɪnˈkʌr.ɪdʒ/

US: /ɪnˈkɝː.ɪdʒ/

To give somebody help and confidence.

“My parents have always encouraged me to learn languages.”

UK: /ˈtɔː.kə.tɪv/

US: /ˈtɑː.kə.t̬ɪv/

Someone who talks a lot.

“Linda is very talkative in class.”

UK: /ˈrɪə.laɪz/

US: /ˈriː.ə.laɪz/

To come to know or to understand something.

“When she arrived at the theatre she realized that she had left the tickets at home.”

UK: /ˈɛniweɪ/

US: /ˈɛniˌweɪ/

Regardless or in any event.

“You can keep your bike; I don’t need it anyway.”

UK: /ˈsɛlfləs/

US: /ˈself.ləs/

Having little concern for oneself and one's interests.

“He was a selfless person.”

US: /ˈsʌdnli/

UK: /ˈsʌdɛnli/

Quickly and unexpectedly.

“I suddenly realized what I'd said, but it was too late.”

UK: /ˈɔː.kwəd/

US: /ˈɑː.kwɚd/

Hard to deal with; especially causing pain or embarrassment.

“It’s very awkward at a meeting when nobody says anything.”

UK: /pəˈhæps/

US: /pərhæps/

Used to show that something is possible or that you are not certain about something.

"Are you going to come?’ ‘Perhaps. I'll see how I feel."

US: /kæntin/

UK: /kænˈtiːn/

A place where food and meals are sold and can be eaten.

"I usually have my lunch in the canteen on campus.”

UK: /dɪˈsiːv/

US: /diˈsiv/

To persuade someone that something false is the truth.

"The company deceived customers by selling old computers as new ones."

UK: /əˈtʃiːvəʳ/

US: /əˈtʃivər/

A person who achieves more/less than the average.

"There are many great achievers in this city.”

UK: /ˈbɔː.də.laɪn/

US: /ˈbɔːr.dɚ.laɪn/

Between two different conditions, with the possibility of belonging to either one of them.

"She was bordeline diabetic."

UK: /ˈtæn.dʒə.bəl/

US: /ˈtæn.dʒə.bəl/

Real and able to be shown, touched or experienced.

"The soft texture of the fabric was immediately tangible as she ran her fingers over it."

UK: /ˈbɪt.ər/

US: /bɪtər/

With an unpleasanty sharp taste.

"Lemon is a bitter fruit."

UK: /taɪmləs/

US: /taɪmlɪs/

Lasting forever; never showing the effects of aging.

"That song stands out as a timeless classic."

UK: /diːˈkəʊd/

US: /diːˈkoʊd/

To discover the meaning of information given in a secret or complicated way.

"Scientists are decoding the genetic sequences in DNA."

UK: /ˈmjuːtʃʊəl/

US: /ˈmyu tʃu əl/

(of two or more people or groups) feeling the same emotion, or doing the same thing to or for each other.

"The agreement was terminated by mutual consent."

UK: /əˈfɪlieɪtɪd/

US: /əˈfɪl.i.eɪ.t̬ɪd/

Connected with or controlled by a group or organization.

"He will remain affiliated with the firm as a special associate director."

UK: /pəˈsjuː/

US: /pɚˈsuː/

To follow someone or something, usually to try to catch him, her, or it.

"The hunters spent hours pursuing their prey."

UK: /əˈstaʊndɪŋ/

US: /əˈstaʊn.dɪŋ/

Very surprising or shocking.

"The truck raced down the hill with astounding speed."

UK: /lend/

US: /lend/

To give something to someone for a short period of time, expecting it to be given back.

"Can you lend me your pencil?"

UK: /əˈvɔɪd/

US: /əˈvɔɪd/

To stay away from someone or something.

"Do you think Lukas is avoiding me? I haven't seen him all day."

UK: /ˈdrɪz^əl/

US: /ˈdrɪzəl/

Light rain falling in very fine drops.

"Tomorrow will be cloudy with outbreaks of rain and drizzle."

UK: /sʌbweɪ/

US: /ˈsʌbweɪ/

An underground railroad system, typically in a big city.

"I like reading a book during my subway ride."

UK: /daʊntaʊn/

US: /daʊntaʊn/

In or to the central part of a city

"They enjoyed shopping and dining in downtown after work."

UK: /ˈhed.eɪk/

US: /hɛdeɪk/

A pain you feel inside your head.

"I have had a terrible headache for the last two days."

UK: /ɹˈɛkləs/

US: /ˈɹɛkɫəs/

Doing something dangerous and not worrying about the risks and the possible results.

"Tom made the reckless decision to quit his job without any backup plan."

UK: /fʊlˈfɪl.mənt/

US: /fʊlfɪlmənt/

A feeling of happiness when one's needs are satisfied.

"She found great fulfillment in helping others through her volunteer work."

UK: /rɪli:f/

US: /rɪˈliːf/

A feeling of comfort that comes when something annoying or upsetting is gone.

"She felt a sense of relief when she heard the good news."

UK: /ˈflɔː.ləs/

US: /ˈflɑː.ləs/

Perfect or without mistakes.

"This face cream promises to give you flawless skin."

UK: /ˌɪn.ɔːˈspɪʃ.əs/

US: /ˌɪn.ɑːˈspɪʃ.əs/

Showing signs that something will not be successful or positive.

“What a depressing and inauspicious end to our adventures.”

UK: /kwɪk/

US: /kwɪk/

Happening or done with great speed, or lasting only a short time.

"I had a quick coffee and left the house."

UK: /t‍ʃˈɛɹɪʃ/

US: /ˈtʃer.ɪʃ/

To love, protect, and care for someone or something that is important to you.

"I cherish the memories of the time we spent together."

UK: /ˈem.ɪ.nənt/

US: /ˈem.ə.nənt/

Famous, respected, or important.

"The commission consisted of fifteen eminent political figures."

UK: /kjuː/

US: /kjuː/

A line of people, usually standing or in cars, waiting for something, or a lot of people who want something.

"Are you in the queue for tickets?"

UK: /menˈdeɪ.ʃəs/

US: /menˈdeɪ.ʃəs/

Dishonest or untuthful in speech or conduct.

"Remember that you started all this for your own mendacious ends."

UK: /ˈnɒn.ʃəl.ənt/

US: /ˌnɑːn.ʃəˈlɑːnt/

Feeling or showing no excitement, fear or other emotion.

"He replied in his typically nonchalant manner."

UK: /ˈkɔː.ʃəs/

US: /ˈkɑː.ʃəs/

Someone who is cautious avoids risks.

“He's a cautious driver.”

UK: /ˈɡɪl.ti/

US: /ˈɡɪl.ti/

Feeling guilt, responsible for breaking a law.

“I feel so guilty about forgetting her birthday.”

Pronunciation:

UK: /ˈblʌdʒ.ən/

US: /ˈblʌdʒ.ən/

To hit someone hard and repeatedly with a heavy weapon.

“Was bludgeoned to death.”

UK: /ˈstrʌɡ.əl/

US: /ˈstrʌɡ.əl/

To fight, especially with your hands.

“He struggled with his attacker who then ran away.”

UK: /lɔː/

US: /lɑː/

A rule, usually made by a government, that is used to order the way in which a society behaves.

“There are laws against drinking in the street.”

UK: /rɒθ/

US: /rɑːθ/

Extreme anger, violent anger.

“The show drew the wrath of many critics.”

UK: /əˈmjuːz.mənt/

US: /əˈmjuːz.mənt/

The feeling of being entertained or made to laugh.

I play the piano just for my ownamusement.

UK: /dɪˈmjʊər/

US: /dɪˈmjʊr/

Reserved, shy, or modest in appearance or manner.

“She wore a demure dress and kept to herself at the party, preferring quiet conversations over large crowds.”

UK: /ˌef.əˈves.ənt/

US: /ˌef.ɚˈves.ənt/

Lively, full of energy, bubbly.

“She's one of those effervescent personalities that you often see hostingTV game shows.”

UK: /ɪˈfem.ər.əl/

US: /ɪˈfem.ɚ.əl/

Lasting for only a short time.

“Fame in the world of rock and pop is largely ephemeral.”

Pronunciation:

UK: /ɪnˈefəbl̩/

US: /ɪnˈefəbl̩/

Difficult to accurately describe, causing so much emotion.

“An ineffable beauty descends upon the canyon as the sun begins to set.”

Pronunciation:

UK: /ˌsɪluːˈet/

US: /ˌsɪluːˈet/

An outline of a figure.

“The silhouette of the bare tree on the hillwas clear against the winter sky.”

UK: /ˈprɪstiːn/

US: /ˈprɪstiːn/

Extremely clean, new or almost new, and in very good condition.

“Washing machine for sale - only two months old and in pristine condition.”

Pronunciation:

UK: /rəˈneɪ.səns/

US: /ˈren.ə.sɑːns/

A new growth of activity or interest in something, especially art, literature, or music.

“Opera is enjoying a long-awaitedrenaissance.”

UK: /ˈsæŋɡwɪn/

US: /ˈsæŋɡwɪn/

Optimistic and positive.

“He is sanguine about the company's future.”

UK: /ˈzen.ɪθ/

US: /ˈziː.nɪθ/
The highest, most successful point of a situation.

“The summer sun was at its zenith in a cloudless sky.”

UK: /ˈsʌmptʃʊəs/

US: /ˈsʌmptʃʊəs/

Rich, luxurious, impressive in a way that seems expensive.

“The celebrity guests turned up dressed in sumptuous evening gowns.”

Pronunciation:

UK: /serənˈdɪpɪti/

US: /ˌser.ənˈdɪp.ə.t̬i/

A chain of events that occurs in a favorable way.

“It’s this kind of synergy and serendipity that make cities fun to live in.”

UK: /kwɪnˈtesns/

US: /kwɪnˈtesns/

The most perfect example.

“A selfless desire to help others is the quintessence of the virtue of charity.”

UK: /ˈɒpjʊləns/

US: /ˈɒpjʊləns/

Luxury, abundance.

“Rooms of spectacular opulence.”

UK: /nɪˈfeərɪəs/

US: /nɪˈfeərɪəs/

Wicked, evil, morally bad.

“The company's CEO seems to have been involved in some nefarious activities.”

UK: /mɪˈrækjʊləs/

US: /mɪˈrækjʊləs/

Something that is a miracle, very effective or surprising.

“The diet promised miraculous weightloss.”

UK: /ˈlæbərɪnθ/

US: /ˈlæbərɪnθ/

A complex set of passageways.

“Finally, through a labyrinth of corridors she found his office.”

UK: /juːˈfɔː.ri.ə/

US: /juːˈfɔːrɪə/
A state of extreme happiness.

“The drug produces a feeling of euphoria.”

UK: /iˈθɪə.ri.əl/

US: /ɪˈθɪərɪəl/

Heavenly, not from this planet, very light and delicate, especially in a way that does not seem to come from the real.

“High, echoing string sounds give an ethereal quality to the music.”

Pronunciation:

UK: /ˈwɒndəlʌst/

US: /ˈwɑːn.dɚ.lʌst/

The wish to travel far away and to many different places.

“In July wanderlust takes over the wholenation.”

UK: /ˈsɒlɪtjuːd/

US: /ˈsɑː.lə.tuːd/
A state of isolation or loneliness.

“A life of solitude.”

UK: /əˈnɒm.ə.li/

US: /əˈnɑː.mə.li/

A person or thing that is different from what is usual, or not in agreement with something else and therefore not satisfactory.

“Statistical anomalies can make it difficultto compare economic data from one yearto the next.“

UK: /kəˈlæm.ə.ti/

US: /kəˈlæm.ə.ti/

A serious accident or bad event causing damage or suffering.

“A series of calamities ruined them - floods, a failed harvest, and the death of a son.”

UK: /klænˈdes.tɪn/

US: /klænˈdes.tɪn

Planned or done in secret, especially describing something that is not officially allowed.

“The group held weekly clandestine meetings in a church.”

UK: /kəʊ.pəˈset.ɪk/

US: /ˌkoʊ.pəˈset̬.ɪk/

Very satisfactory.

“And his smile told him that everything was copacetic.”

UK: /ˈfrɒst.baɪt/

US: /ˈfrɑːst.baɪt/

Injury to body tissues, esp. the fingers and toes, caused by freezing.

"When they rescued him he was suffering from frostbite.”

UK: /ˈpærədɒks/

US: /ˈper.ə.dɑːks/

A situation or statement that seems impossible or is difficult to understand because it contains two opposite facts or characteristics.

“It's a curious paradox that drinking a lot of water can often make you feel thirsty.”

UK: /straɪk/

US: /straɪk/

To hit or attack someone or something forcefully or violently.

“The police have warned the public that the killer could strike again.”

UK: /ˌræk.ɒnˈtɜːr/

US: /ˌræk.ɑːnˈtɝː/

A person who tells anecdotes in an amusing or engaging way.

“At every family gathering, Grandpa proved himself to be a master raconteur, entertaining everyone with his tales.”

UK: /ˌæk.wiˈes/

US: /ˌæk.wiˈes/

To accept or agree to something, often unwillingly.

“Reluctantly, he acquiesced to/in the plans.”

UK: /fiˈæs.kəʊ/

US: /fiˈæs.koʊ/

Something planned that goes wrong and is a complete failure, usually in an embarrassing way.

“The show was a fiasco - one actor forgothis lines and another fell off the stage.”

UK: /ˈkrestˌfɔː.lən/

US: /ˈkrestˌfɑː.lən/

Disappointed and sad because of having failed unexpectedly.

“He looked crestfallen at their decision.”

UK: /ˈflæb.ə.ɡɑː.stɪd/

US: /ˈflæb.ɚ.ɡæs.tɪd/

Feeling shocked, usually because of something you were not expecting.

“When they announced her name, the winner just sat there, flabbergasted.”

UK: /meˈlɪflʊəs/

US: /meˈlɪflʊəs/

Beautifully sounding, having a pleasant and flowing sound.

“a deep mellifluous voice.”

UK: /ˈmez.mə.raɪz/

US: /ˈmez.mə.raɪz/

To have someone's attention completely so that they cannot think of anything else.

“I was completely mesmerized by the performance.”

UK: /pəˈplek.sɪŋ/

US: /pɚˈplek.sɪŋ/

Confusing, often because you do not know how to solve something.

“The rise in childhood mental illness is perplexing.“

UK: /ˈpleθ.ər.ə/

US: /ˈpleθ.ɚ.ə/

A very large amount of something, especially a larger amount than you need, want, or can deal with.

There's a plethora of books about the royal family.

UK: /svelt/

US: /svelt/

Attractively thin, graceful, and stylish.

"She was svelte and sophisticated."

UK: /juːˈbɪk.wɪ.təs/

US: /juːˈbɪk.wə.t̬əs/

Seeming to be everywhere.

“Leather is very much in fashion this season, as is the ubiquitous denim.”

UK: /ˈæb.nɪ.ɡeɪt/

US: /ˈæb.nə.ɡeɪt/

To not allow yourself to have something, especially something you like or want.

"He attempts to abnegate personal responsibility.”

Pronunciation:

UK: /ˈten.saɪl/

US: /ˈten.sɪl/

If a material is tensile, it can be stretched.

“Certain materials can be manufactured with a high tensile strength.”

UK: /ˈflʌt.ər/

US: /ˈflʌt̬.ɚ/

It moves up and down or from side to side with a lot of quick, light movements.

“A butterfly fluttering its wings.”

UK: /deɪzd/

US: /deɪzd/

Very confused and unable to think clearly.

“You're looking rather dazed - is something wrong?”

UK: /ˈɪn.saɪt/

US: /ˈɪn.saɪt/

(the ability to have) a clear, deep, and sometimes sudden understanding of a complicated problem or situation.

“It was an interesting book, full of fascinating insights into human relationships”

UK: /ˈskwɒb.əl/

US: /ˈskwɑː.bəl/

An argument over something that is not important.

“Polly and Susie were having a squabble about who was going to hold the dog's lead.”

Pronunciation:

UK: /ɡreɪs/

US: /ɡreɪs/

A quality of moving in a smooth, relaxed, and attractive way.

“Joanna has natural grace and elegance.”

UK: /skrʌb/

US: /skrʌb/

To rub something hard in order to cleanit, especially using a stiff brush, soap, and water.

“He scrubbed the old sauce

pan clean, and it looked as good as new.”

UK: /ˈbɜːn.aʊt/

US: /ˈbɝːn.aʊt/

Extreme tiredness or mental or physicalillness caused by working too hard or trying to do too much.

“She reported that many teachers were exhausted and experiencing burnout.”

UK: /waɪld/

US: /waɪld/

Uncontrolled, violent, or extreme.

“When I told him what I'd done, he went wild (= became very angry).”

UK: /bet/

US: /bet/

If you say you bet (someone) that something is true or will happen, you mean you are certain that it is true or will happen.

“I bet that he won't come.”

UK: /təˈwɔːdz/

US: /twɔːrdz/

In the direction of, or closer to someone or something.

“She stood up and walked towards him.”

UK: /ˈheɪ.ləʊ/

US: /ˈheɪ.loʊ/

A bright circle of light around something.

“The halo around the moon.”

UK: /slæm/

US: /slæm/

To (cause to) move against a hard surface with force and usually a loudnoise.

“The wind made the door/window slam (shut).”

UK: /breɪs/

US: /breɪs/

Something that is used to support or connect things, or to make something stronger.

“He was recently fitted with a brace for his bad back.”

UK: /feɪd/

US: /feɪd/

To (cause to) lose colour, brightness, emotions or strength gradually.

“If you hang your clothes out in the brightsun, they will fade.”

UK: /ˈbæk.wədz/

US: /ˈbæk.wədz/

Towards the direction that is opposite to the one in which you are facing or opposite to the usual direction.

“I walked backwards towards the door.”

UK: /twaɪs/

US: /twaɪs/

Two times.

“I've already asked him twice.”

UK: /ræp/

US: /ræp/

To cover or surround something with paper, cloth, or other material.

“She wrapped the present and tied it with ribbon.“

UK: /dɪˈspaɪz/

US: /dɪˈspaɪz/

To feel a strong dislike for someone or something because you think that that person or thing is bad or has no value.

“He despised himself for being such a coward.”

UK: /riːtʃ/

US: /riːtʃ/

To arrive at a place, especially after spending a long time or a lot of effort travelling.

“They finally reached the coast after five weeks sailing.”

UK: /ɡræb/

US: /ɡræb/

To take hold of something or someone suddenly and roughly.

“A mugger grabbed her handbag as she was walking across the park.”

UK: /skwiːl/

US: /skwiːl/

To make a long, very high sound.

“The two children squealed with joy.”

UK: /piːl/

US: /piːl/

To remove a covering slowly and carefully, or of a covering to come off.

“We peeled the wallpaper off the walls.“

UK: nʌts

US: nʌts

Silly, stupid or strange.

“You must be nuts to go climbing mountains in winter.”

UK: /ˈʌð.ə.waɪz/

US: /ˈʌð.ɚ.waɪz/

Used after an order or suggestion to show what the result will be if you do not follow that order or suggestion.

“I'd better write it down, otherwise I'll forget it.”

UK: /ɡʌts/

US: /ɡʌts/

Bravery and determination.

“I don’t think I’d have the guts to say that to his face.”

UK: /fɪl/

US: /fɪl/

To make or become full; to use emptyspace.

“I filled the glass with water.”

UK: /ˈtrʌb.əl/

US: /ˈtrʌb.əl/

Problems or difficulties.

“Parents often have trouble finding good carers for their children.”

UK: /θrəʊ/

US: /θroʊ/

To send something through the air with force, especially by a sudden movement of the arm.

“My friend threw the ball back over the fence.”

UK: /preɪz/

US: /preɪz/

To express admiration or approval of the achievements or characteristics of a person or thing.

“My parents always praised me when I did well at school.”

UK: /bluː/

US: /bluː/

Feeling or showing sadness.

“He's been a bit blue since she left him.”

UK: /ˈbeə.li/

US: /ˈber.li/

By the smallest amount.

“They have barely enough (= no more than what is needed) to pay the rent this month.”

UK: /ˈpɪt.i/

US: /ˈpɪt̬.i/

A feeling of sadness or sympathy for someone else's unhappiness or difficult situation.

“I pity anyone who's never been in love.”

UK: /əˈmeɪzd/

US: /əˈmeɪzd/

Extremely surprised.

“I was absolutely amazed when I heard he'd been promoted.”

UK: /slɪp/

US: /slɪp/

To slide without intending to.

“Careful you don't slip - there's water on the floor.”

UK: /weɪst/

US: /weɪst/

To use too much of something or use something badly when there is a limited amount of it.

“You waste a lot of water by taking a bathinstead of a shower.”

UK: /steər/

US: /ster/

To look for a long time with the eyes wide open, especially when surprised, frightened, or thinking.

“Chuck sat quietly for hours staring into the distance, thinking of what might have been.”

UK: /əˈprəʊtʃ/

US: /əˈproʊtʃ/

To come near or nearer to something or someone in space, time, quality, or amount.

“We could just see the train approaching in the distance.”

UK: /mes/

US: /mes/

Something or someone that looks dirty or untidy.

“My hair's such a mess today!”

UK: /vɔɪd/

US: /vɔɪd/

A large hole or empty space.

“Before Einstein, space was regarded as a formless void.”

UK: /ˈʃeɪm.ləs/

US: /ˈʃeɪm.ləs/

Not ashamed, especially about something generally considered unacceptable.

“She is completely shameless about her ambition.”

UK: /ˈhɒm.ɪdʒ/

US: /ˈhɑː.mɪdʒ/

Deep respect and often praise shown for a person or god.

“They knelt in silent homage to the dead.”

UK: /ˈwɪð.ər/

US: /ˈwɪð.ɚ/

To become weak and dry and decay.

“Grass had withered in the fields.”

UK: /θrɪft/

US: /θrɪft/

The careful use of money, especially by avoiding waste.

“The idea of the price increases is to encourage thrift.”