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CEFR B2+
Level B2+
200 words • 38 topics
A1
A1+
A2
A2+
B1
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B2
B2+
C1
C2
Adjectives/Adverbs
30 words
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abusive
Abusive describes language or behavior that is cruel, offensive, or …
Module 8: Equality - Optional (p.341-342)
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accessible
Accessible means that something can be easily reached, entered, or u…
Module 7: The Media - Optional (p.339-340)
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addictive
Something that is addictive is so enjoyable or compelling that you w…
Module 7: The Media - Optional (p.339-340)
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appropriate
Appropriate means suitable or proper in the circumstances. It descri…
Module 8: Equality - Optional (p.341-342)
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biased
Biased describes someone or something that shows an unfair preferenc…
Module 8: Equality - Optional (p.341-342)
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considerate
Considerate describes someone who thinks about the feelings and need…
Module 2: Free Time (p.321-324)
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dedicated
Dedicated describes someone who gives a lot of time and effort to a …
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
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digital
Digital refers to technology that uses electronic signals or data re…
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
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digital
Digital refers to technology that uses electronic signals or data re…
Module 7: The Media - Optional (p.339-340)
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disabled
Having a physical or mental condition that limits a person's movemen…
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
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disastrous
Causing great damage, harm, or suffering; extremely unsuccessful or …
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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dishonest
Dishonest describes someone or something that is not truthful or tru…
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
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disrespectful
Disrespectful describes behaviour or an attitude that shows a lack o…
Module 8: Equality - Optional (p.341-342)
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diverse
Diverse describes a group or collection that includes many different…
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
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efficient
Something or someone that is efficient works well without wasting ti…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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encouraging
Something that is encouraging gives hope or confidence. It makes you…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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enormous
Enormous describes something that is extremely large in size, quanti…
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
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environmental
Environmental relates to the natural world and the impact of human a…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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equal
When things are equal, they are the same in quantity, size, value, o…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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evident
If something is evident, it is clear or obvious from the information…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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extinct
When a species of animal or plant is extinct, it no longer exists an…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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forcible
Forcible describes actions that are done using physical strength or …
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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global
Global refers to something that relates to or covers the entire worl…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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inappropriate
Inappropriate describes something that is not suitable or proper for…
Module 8: Equality - Optional (p.341-342)
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independent
Independent describes a person, country, or organization that is not…
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
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relevant
Relevant means closely connected or appropriate to the matter at han…
Module 2: Free Time (p.321-324)
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respectful of
To be respectful of someone or something means to show politeness, h…
Module 7: The Media - Optional (p.339-340)
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significant
Something significant is important or noticeable. It has a special m…
Module 5: Travel and Tourism (p.333-334)
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vegan
A vegan is a person who chooses not to eat any animal products, incl…
Module 5: Travel and Tourism (p.333-334)
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well paid
If a job or person is well paid, they receive a good salary or a lot…
Module 5: Travel and Tourism (p.333-334)
At home
5 words
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air conditioning
Air conditioning is a system or machine that cools and often dries t…
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
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chest of drawers
A chest of drawers is a piece of furniture with several drawers, typ…
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
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dustbin
A dustbin is a container, usually with a lid, used for temporarily h…
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
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glass
Glass is a hard, transparent material that breaks easily and is used…
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
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stereo system
A stereo system is a set of electronic equipment used for playing re…
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
At school
9 words
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chalkboard
A chalkboard is a large, flat surface, usually dark green or black, …
Module 3: Education (p.325-328)
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dish (food)
A dish refers to food that is prepared and served, often as a specif…
Module 3: Education (p.325-328)
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exam paper
An exam paper is a document containing questions that students must …
Module 3: Education (p.325-328)
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exercise book
An exercise book is a notebook, typically with blank or lined pages,…
Module 3: Education (p.325-328)
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headteacher
A headteacher is the person in charge of a school, responsible for i…
Module 3: Education (p.325-328)
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lunchroom
A lunchroom is a specific area or room, often found in schools or wo…
Module 3: Education (p.325-328)
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motivation
Motivation is the reason or reasons why someone does something, or t…
Module 3: Education (p.325-328)
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period (lesson)
In a school context, a period refers to a scheduled block of time du…
Module 3: Education (p.325-328)
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primary school
Primary school is an educational institution for children, typically…
Module 3: Education (p.325-328)
Building a CV
3 words
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accomplishment
An accomplishment is something impressive or difficult that someone …
Module 4: Employment (p.329-332)
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problem-solving skills
Problem-solving skills are the abilities and methods used to identif…
Module 4: Employment (p.329-332)
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relevant (experience)
Relevant experience refers to work history, skills, or knowledge tha…
Module 4: Employment (p.329-332)
City tour / itinerary
2 words
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ask for directions
To ask for directions means to request information from someone abou…
Module 5: Travel and Tourism (p.333-334)
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board (a flight/hotel)
To 'board' means to get onto or into a vehicle, such as a plane, shi…
Module 5: Travel and Tourism (p.333-334)
Conjunctions and prepositions
1 word
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questions and interrogatives
Questions are sentences or phrases used to ask for information, whil…
Module 2: Free Time (p.321-324)
Describing people
2 words
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compliment
A compliment is a polite expression of praise or admiration.
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
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hard-working
Someone who is hard-working puts a lot of effort and dedication into…
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
Domestic duties
1 word
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lifestyle
Lifestyle refers to the way a person or group lives, including their…
Module 8: Equality - Optional (p.341-342)
Employment plans
3 words
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career advisor
A career advisor is a professional who provides guidance and informa…
Module 4: Employment (p.329-332)
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representative (rep)
A representative is a person chosen or appointed to act or speak for…
Module 4: Employment (p.329-332)
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trade
A trade refers to a skilled job, especially one that involves workin…
Module 4: Employment (p.329-332)
Environmental issues
19 words
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appliances
Appliances are machines or devices, especially electrical ones, that…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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black road
A 'black road' refers to a road surface made from asphalt or tarmac,…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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climate refugee
A climate refugee is a person who has been forced to leave their hom…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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connection (link)
A connection (link) refers to a relationship or a point of contact b…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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emission
An emission is the production and discharge of something, especially…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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environmental
Environmental relates to the natural world and the impact of human a…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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equality
Equality is the state of being equal, especially in status, rights, …
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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evident
If something is evident, it is clear or obvious from the information…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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extinct
When a species of animal or plant is extinct, it no longer exists an…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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fair (favourable)
When weather is described as fair, it means it is pleasant and suita…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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global citizenship
Global citizenship is the idea that all people have rights and civic…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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ignorance
A lack of knowledge or information about a particular subject or gen…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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impact
Impact refers to the powerful effect or influence that something has…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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injustice
Injustice refers to a lack of fairness or a situation where rights a…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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instalment
An instalment is one of several payments made over a period of time …
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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migration
Migration is the movement of people or animals from one place to ano…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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opposition
Strong disagreement or resistance to a plan, idea, or person. It can…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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policy
A policy is a set of rules or principles that a government, organiza…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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pollutant
A pollutant is a substance that makes air, water, or land dirty and …
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
Esports and video gaming
1 word
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device
A device is a piece of equipment or a mechanism designed to serve a …
Module 2: Free Time (p.321-324)
Exam-skill vocabulary
7 words
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antonym
An antonym is a word that has the opposite meaning of another word. …
Glossary - Exam Skill Terms (p.276)
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direct address
A literary device where a speaker or writer communicates directly wi…
Glossary - Exam Skill Terms (p.276)
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distractor
In a multiple-choice question, a distractor is one of the incorrect …
Glossary - Exam Skill Terms (p.276)
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hyperbole
Hyperbole is a figure of speech that involves an extreme exaggeratio…
Glossary - Exam Skill Terms (p.276)
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persuasive device
A persuasive device is a technique or strategy used in writing or sp…
Glossary - Exam Skill Terms (p.276)
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reference word
A reference word is a word that refers back to something previously …
Glossary - Exam Skill Terms (p.276)
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rhetorical questions
Rhetorical questions are questions asked merely for effect or to mak…
Glossary - Exam Skill Terms (p.276)
Food and drink
2 words
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chopstick
Chopsticks are a pair of small, thin sticks used as eating utensils,…
Module 3: Education (p.325-328)
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dressing (salad)
Salad dressing is a sauce, typically made from oil, vinegar, and sea…
Module 3: Education (p.325-328)
Greenwashing
7 words
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corporation
A corporation is a large company or group of companies authorized to…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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harmful
Something that is harmful has a negative effect, causing damage, inj…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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hopeless
If a situation is hopeless, it is so bad that there is no chance of …
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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lifestyle
Lifestyle refers to the way a person or group lives, including their…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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offence
An offence is an illegal act, a crime, or an act that causes someone…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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plant-based
Plant-based describes food or products that are made entirely or mos…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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poisonous
Something that is poisonous contains a substance that can cause illn…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
Higher-level words
1 word
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requirements
Requirements are the things that are needed or demanded as a conditi…
Module 4: Employment (p.329-332)
Hobbies
1 word
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canteen (cafeteria)
A canteen (also called a cafeteria) is a place, often in a school, f…
Module 2: Free Time (p.321-324)
In town
6 words
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boutique
A boutique is a small shop that sells fashionable clothes, jewelry, …
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
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corner shop
A corner shop is a small shop, typically located on a street corner …
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
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dustbins
Dustbins are containers, usually with lids, used for temporarily hol…
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
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fountain
A fountain is an ornamental structure that sends water into the air,…
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
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industrial park
An industrial park is an area of land specifically planned and zoned…
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
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inn
An inn is a traditional public house or hotel, especially one in the…
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
Jobs
7 words
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accountant
An accountant is a person whose job is to keep or inspect the financ…
Module 4: Employment (p.329-332)
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ambulance driver
An ambulance driver is a person whose job is to drive an ambulance, …
Module 4: Employment (p.329-332)
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film maker
A film maker is a person who directs or produces films, overseeing t…
Module 4: Employment (p.329-332)
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influencer
An influencer is a person who has the power to affect the purchasing…
Module 4: Employment (p.329-332)
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language assistant
A language assistant is a person, often a native speaker, who helps …
Module 4: Employment (p.329-332)
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optician
A person whose job is to test people's eyesight and to sell and fit …
Module 4: Employment (p.329-332)
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postal worker
A postal worker is a person employed by a postal service to collect,…
Module 4: Employment (p.329-332)
Leadership
2 words
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barrier (to success/progression)
A barrier (to success/progression) is an obstacle or difficulty that…
Module 8: Equality - Optional (p.341-342)
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politician
A politician is a person who is actively involved in public policy o…
Module 8: Equality - Optional (p.341-342)
Music and concerts
3 words
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celebration
A celebration is a special enjoyable event or occasion when people c…
Module 2: Free Time (p.321-324)
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circus
A circus is a traveling show that usually takes place in a large ten…
Module 2: Free Time (p.321-324)
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trumpet
A trumpet is a brass musical instrument with a flared bell and a bri…
Module 2: Free Time (p.321-324)
Other words you need to know
1 word
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lifestyle
Lifestyle refers to the way a person or group lives, including their…
Module 4: Employment (p.329-332)
People and relationships
5 words
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half-brother
A half-brother is a male sibling who shares only one parent (either …
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
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half-sibling
A half-sibling is a brother or sister with whom you share only one b…
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
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half-sister
A half-sister is a female sibling who shares only one parent (either…
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
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influence
To influence means to have an effect on the way someone thinks or be…
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
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sibling
A sibling is a brother or sister. This term is used to refer to a ch…
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
People in the media
6 words
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anxiety
Anxiety is a strong feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease, typica…
Module 7: The Media - Optional (p.339-340)
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body image
Body image refers to the perception that a person has of their own p…
Module 7: The Media - Optional (p.339-340)
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content creator
A content creator is a person who produces and shares various forms …
Module 7: The Media - Optional (p.339-340)
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mental health
Mental health refers to a person's emotional, psychological, and soc…
Module 7: The Media - Optional (p.339-340)
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privacy
Privacy is the state of being free from public attention or disturba…
Module 7: The Media - Optional (p.339-340)
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researcher
A researcher is a person who conducts systematic investigation to es…
Module 7: The Media - Optional (p.339-340)
Phrases
6 words
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cut down (forest)
To cut down (a forest) means to fell trees, especially on a large sc…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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deserve
To deserve something means that you have earned it or are worthy of …
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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make a difference
To make a difference means to have a significant effect or impact on…
Module 8: Equality - Optional (p.341-342)
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over the years
During a period of many years; throughout a long duration of time. I…
Module 5: Travel and Tourism (p.333-334)
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present day
The present day refers to the current time or era, as opposed to the…
Module 5: Travel and Tourism (p.333-334)
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reach an agreement
To reach an agreement means to come to a mutual understanding or dec…
Module 5: Travel and Tourism (p.333-334)
Phrases and higher-level words
4 words
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a sense of
This phrase is used to describe a feeling, an understanding, or an a…
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
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boom
A boom refers to a period of rapid economic growth, increased prospe…
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
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compromise
To compromise means to reach an agreement or a settlement where each…
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
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conduct
To conduct means to organize and carry out a particular activity or …
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
Places of work and describing jobs
3 words
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bricks and mortar
Bricks and mortar refers to a traditional business that operates fro…
Module 4: Employment (p.329-332)
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charity
A charity is an organization that helps people in need, often by col…
Module 4: Employment (p.329-332)
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pub
A pub is a public house, a place in the UK and Ireland where alcohol…
Module 4: Employment (p.329-332)
Questions and interrogatives
1 word
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to what extent
This phrase is used to ask about the degree, amount, or scope of som…
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
Relationships
3 words
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attitude
Attitude refers to a settled way of thinking or feeling about someth…
Module 8: Equality - Optional (p.341-342)
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inequality
Inequality refers to an unfair situation where some people have more…
Module 8: Equality - Optional (p.341-342)
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isolation
Isolation refers to the state of being completely alone or separated…
Module 8: Equality - Optional (p.341-342)
Responsible tourism
3 words
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leave no trace
To 'leave no trace' means to enjoy the outdoors responsibly by minim…
Module 5: Travel and Tourism (p.333-334)
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positive impact
A positive impact refers to a beneficial or good effect that somethi…
Module 5: Travel and Tourism (p.333-334)
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respect
Respect is a feeling of deep admiration for someone or something, of…
Module 5: Travel and Tourism (p.333-334)
School subjects
2 words
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oral (speaking language)
Relating to spoken language or communication, as opposed to written.…
Module 3: Education (p.325-328)
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PE (physical education)
PE, short for Physical Education, is a school subject focused on tea…
Module 3: Education (p.325-328)
Springboard vocabulary
3 words
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engineering
Engineering is the application of scientific and mathematical princi…
Module 8: Equality - Optional (p.341-342)
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harassment
Harassment is aggressive pressure or intimidation. It involves repea…
Module 8: Equality - Optional (p.341-342)
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insult (n)
An insult is a rude or offensive remark or action that is intended t…
Module 8: Equality - Optional (p.341-342)
TV and film
7 words
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action
Action refers to the process of doing something, or a specific thing…
Module 2: Free Time (p.321-324)
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award show
An award show is a public ceremony where prizes or honors are given …
Module 2: Free Time (p.321-324)
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documentary
A documentary is a film or television program that presents facts an…
Module 2: Free Time (p.321-324)
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film maker
A film maker is a person who directs or produces films, overseeing t…
Module 2: Free Time (p.321-324)
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reveal
To reveal means to make something known that was previously secret o…
Module 2: Free Time (p.321-324)
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soap opera
A soap opera is a long-running television or radio drama about the d…
Module 2: Free Time (p.321-324)
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subtitle
Subtitles are text displayed at the bottom of a television or cinema…
Module 2: Free Time (p.321-324)
Technology
7 words
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application (software)
An application, often shortened to 'app', is a computer program desi…
Module 3: Education (p.325-328)
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desktop
A desktop refers to the main screen area of a computer display, wher…
Module 3: Education (p.325-328)
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digital
Digital refers to technology that uses electronic signals or data re…
Module 3: Education (p.325-328)
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homepage
A homepage is the main page of a website, typically the first page a…
Module 3: Education (p.325-328)
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IT expert
An IT expert is a person who has a high level of knowledge and skill…
Module 3: Education (p.325-328)
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projector
A projector is an optical device that displays an image or video ont…
Module 3: Education (p.325-328)
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voicemail
Voicemail is an electronic system that records and stores spoken mes…
Module 3: Education (p.325-328)
The body / illness
4 words
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diarrhoea
Diarrhoea is an illness in which you pass waste from your body frequ…
Module 2: Free Time (p.321-324)
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pill (tablet)
A pill is a small, solid piece of medicine that you swallow whole. I…
Module 2: Free Time (p.321-324)
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plaster (bandage)
A plaster, also known as a bandage, is a small piece of sticky mater…
Module 2: Free Time (p.321-324)
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prescription
A prescription is a written order from a doctor that authorizes a pa…
Module 2: Free Time (p.321-324)
The media
5 words
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border
In the context of media, a border often refers to a decorative or fu…
Module 7: The Media - Optional (p.339-340)
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comment
To comment means to express an opinion or reaction about something, …
Module 7: The Media - Optional (p.339-340)
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content (article)
Content (article) refers to the information, ideas, or material cont…
Module 7: The Media - Optional (p.339-340)
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coverage
Coverage refers to the extent to which a topic or event is reported …
Module 7: The Media - Optional (p.339-340)
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evaluate
To evaluate something means to judge its quality, importance, or val…
Module 7: The Media - Optional (p.339-340)
Transport
3 words
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engine
An engine is a machine that converts energy into mechanical force or…
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
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one-way system
A one-way system is a traffic arrangement where vehicles are only pe…
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
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service station
A service station is a place, usually by a road, where drivers can b…
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
Verbs
21 words
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admire
To admire someone or something means to respect and approve of them,…
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
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argue
To argue means to express different opinions or disagree strongly wi…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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become angry
To become angry means to start feeling strong displeasure, annoyance…
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
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comment
To comment means to express an opinion or reaction about something, …
Module 7: The Media - Optional (p.339-340)
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cut down (trees)
To cut down trees means to fell them, usually to clear land or to us…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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deserve
To deserve something means that you have earned it or are worthy of …
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
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deserve
To deserve something means that you have earned it or are worthy of …
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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desire
Desire is a strong feeling of wanting something or wishing for somet…
Module 2: Free Time (p.321-324)
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disrupt
To disrupt means to interrupt an event, activity, or process by caus…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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entertain
To entertain means to provide amusement or enjoyment to someone, oft…
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
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expect
To expect means to believe that something will happen or that someon…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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flood
To flood means to cover a place with a large amount of water, often …
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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forecast
To forecast means to predict or estimate a future event or trend, es…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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grow (food)
To grow food means to cultivate plants or raise animals for human co…
Module 6: The Environment - Optional (p.335-338)
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humiliate
To make someone feel ashamed or foolish, especially in front of othe…
Module 8: Equality - Optional (p.341-342)
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identify
To recognize or establish who or what someone or something is, often…
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
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identify
To recognize or establish who or what someone or something is, often…
Module 8: Equality - Optional (p.341-342)
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mention
To mention something means to speak about it briefly, usually withou…
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
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open up opportunities
To create new chances or possibilities for someone or something, oft…
Module 2: Free Time (p.321-324)
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overlook
To overlook something means to fail to notice or consider it, often …
Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)
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participate
To participate means to take part in an activity or event, to be inv…
Module 8: Equality - Optional (p.341-342)
Work
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ambitious
An ambitious person has a strong desire to achieve success, power, o…
Module 4: Employment (p.329-332)
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enthusiastic
Enthusiastic describes someone who shows intense and eager enjoyment…
Module 4: Employment (p.329-332)
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flexible
Someone who is flexible is able to change easily and adapt to differ…
Module 4: Employment (p.329-332)
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reliable
Someone or something reliable can be trusted to do what is expected,…
Module 4: Employment (p.329-332)