General Vocabulary

encore C1

/ˈɑnkoɹ/ an extra or repeated performance given after the scheduled program, usually in response to applause Meaning Off Sound Off

pollen C1

/ˈpɑlən/ the fine powder produced by flowers that contains male reproductive cells Meaning Off Sound Off

ploy C1

/plɔɪ/ A clever trick or plan used to gain an advantage. Meaning Off Sound Off

set-up C1

/ˈsɛˌtəp/ The way something is organized or arranged. Meaning Off Sound Off

buffer C1

/ˈbʌfəɹ/ Something that reduces the impact of a shock or protects one thing from another. Meaning Off Sound Off

magnitude C1

/ˈmæɡnɪtjuːd/ The great size, extent, or importance of something. Meaning Off Sound Off

audit C1

/ˈɔ.dɪt/ An official examination of a company's financial records. Meaning Off Sound Off

syphilis C1

/ˈsɪfəlɪs/ a sexually transmitted bacterial infection caused by Treponema pallidum that can progress through several stages if untreated Meaning Off Sound Off

criteria C1

/kɹaɪˈtɪɹ.i.ə/ The standards or rules used to judge or decide something (plural of criterion). Meaning Off Sound Off

insomnia C1

/ɪnˈsɑːm.ni.ə/ persistent difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or obtaining restorative sleep Meaning Off Sound Off

listing C1

/ˈlɪstɪŋ/ An entry in a list, catalogue, or directory. Meaning Off Sound Off

talisman C1

/ˈtælɪzmən/ an object believed to provide magical protection, good luck, health, or power Meaning Off Sound Off

stamina C1

/ˈstæmənə/ The physical or mental energy to keep doing something tiring over a long time. Meaning Off Sound Off

anesthesia C1

/ˌæn.əsˈθi.ʒə/ loss of bodily sensation with or without loss of consciousness Meaning Off Sound Off

leukemia C1

/luːˈkiː.mi.ə/ any of a group of cancers of blood-forming tissues that produce abnormal blood cells, often abnormal white cells Meaning Off Sound Off

pavilion C1

/pəˈvɪl.jən/ a light, often open-sided roofed structure used for shelter or recreation in a park, garden, or public place Meaning Off Sound Off

marketplace C1

/ˈmɑːrkətˌpleɪs/ The world of business, where goods and services are bought and sold. Meaning Off Sound Off

cedar C1

/ˈsiːdɚ/ a tall evergreen conifer, especially a true cedar of the genus Cedrus or one of several similar trees Meaning Off Sound Off

quill C1

/kwɪl/ the stiff hollow shaft of a feather, or a large feather with such a shaft Meaning Off Sound Off

flattery C1

/ˈflæt.ɚ.i/ Excessive or insincere praise, often used to win favour. Meaning Off Sound Off

ultimatum C1

/ˌʌltəˈmeɪtəm/ a final demand stating terms that must be accepted, often with a threat of consequences if they are refused Meaning Off Sound Off

wick C1

/wɪk/ a cord or strip in a candle or lamp that draws fuel upward and burns at its tip Meaning Off Sound Off

saber C1

/ˈseɪ.bɚ/ a cavalry sword with a curved, single-edged blade Meaning Off Sound Off

surplus C1

/ˈsɝˌplʌs/ An amount that is more than what is needed or used. Meaning Off Sound Off

doctrine C1

/ˈdɑk.tɹɪn/ A set of beliefs taught by a religion, political group, or other organization. Meaning Off Sound Off

clientele C1

/ˌklaɪ.ənˈtɛl/ the clients or regular customers of a business, professional, or organization considered as a group Meaning Off Sound Off

adversary C1

/ˈæd.vəɹˌsɛɹi/ An enemy, opponent, or rival. Meaning Off Sound Off

hiss C1

/hɪs/ a fricative sound, especially as an expression of disapproval Meaning Off Sound Off

hemorrhage C1

/ˈhɛm.ɚ.ɪdʒ/ a heavy or uncontrolled loss of blood from a damaged blood vessel Meaning Off Sound Off

cranberry C1

/ˈkɹæn.bɛr.i/ a small, tart red berry used in sauces, drinks, and baked foods Meaning Off Sound Off

directory C1

/dɝˈɛktɝi/ A book or list of names, addresses, and other details, usually in alphabetical order. Meaning Off Sound Off

scrutiny C1

/ˈskɹuː.tɪ.ni/ Careful and detailed examination of something. Meaning Off Sound Off

seminary C1

/ˈsɛməˌnɛɹi/ an institution that trains candidates for the priesthood, ministry, or rabbinate Meaning Off Sound Off

aqua C1

/əˈkwɑ/ A light blue-green colour, similar to turquoise. Meaning Off Sound Off

gazette C1

/ɡəˈzɛt/ a newspaper, especially one whose title contains Gazette Meaning Off Sound Off

confessor C1

/kənˈfɛsɚ/ a priest who hears confessions and grants or pronounces absolution Meaning Off Sound Off

yeast C1

/jist/ any of various single-celled fungi that ferment sugars and reproduce chiefly by budding Meaning Off Sound Off

crock C1

/kɹɑk/ a thick earthenware pot or jar used for cooking or storage Meaning Off Sound Off

rosary C1

/ˈɹoʊzəɹi/ a string of beads used for counting prayers, especially in Roman Catholic devotion Meaning Off Sound Off

antimatter C1

/ˈæn.tiˌmæt.ɚ/ matter composed of antiparticles corresponding to the particles in ordinary matter Meaning Off Sound Off

asphalt C1

/ˈæsfɑːlt/ a black, sticky form of bitumen found naturally or left after petroleum is refined Meaning Off Sound Off

indicator C1

/ˈɪndəˌkeɪtɝ/ A sign or measurement that shows what a situation is like. Meaning Off Sound Off

asbestos C1

/æzˈbɛs.təs/ a commercial and legal name for a group of six naturally occurring fibrous silicate minerals Meaning Off Sound Off

concerto C1

/kənˈt͡ʃɛɹtoʊ/ A piece of music written for one or more solo instruments and an orchestra. Meaning Off Sound Off

antics C1

/ˈæntɪks/ Wild, silly, or attention-grabbing behaviour. Meaning Off Sound Off

ratchet C1

/ˈrætʃ.ɪt/ a toothed wheel or bar with a pawl that permits motion in one direction while preventing motion in the other Meaning Off Sound Off

spec C1

/spɛk/ informal: a detailed specification describing required features, dimensions, or performance Meaning Off Sound Off

critique C1

/kɹɪˈtik/ A careful, detailed assessment of something's strengths and weaknesses. Meaning Off Sound Off

presto C1

/ˈprɛs.toʊ/ used to announce a sudden or seemingly magical result Meaning Off Sound Off

lordy C1

/ˈlɔrdi/ informal or dated: used to express surprise, alarm, frustration, or other strong feeling Meaning Off Sound Off

rendering C1

/ˈɹɛndəɹɪŋ/ A particular version or interpretation of a work, especially a performance. Meaning Off Sound Off

tapestry C1

/ˈtæp.ə.stri/ a thick woven textile with a picture or decorative design, especially one hung on a wall Meaning Off Sound Off

stationery C1

/ˈsteɪ.ʃəˌner.i/ writing and office materials such as paper, envelopes, pens, pencils, and notebooks Meaning Off Sound Off

garnet C1

/ˈɡɑːrnɪt/ any of a group of hard silicate minerals, commonly dark red and often cut as gemstones Meaning Off Sound Off

corset C1

/ˈkɔrsɪt/ a close-fitting, often stiffened undergarment worn to support or shape the torso and waist Meaning Off Sound Off

pinnacle C1

/ˈpɪnəkəl/ The highest point of success or achievement. Meaning Off Sound Off

gusto C1

/ˈɡʌstoʊ/ Great energy and enthusiastic enjoyment in doing something. Meaning Off Sound Off

pendulum C1

/ˈpɛnd͡ʒələm/ A weight hung from a fixed point so it can swing freely back and forth, often used in clocks. Meaning Off Sound Off

ebony C1

/ˈɛbəni/ a dense, hard, usually very dark wood obtained from several tropical trees Meaning Off Sound Off

torque C1

/tɔɹk/ a twisting force Meaning Off Sound Off

blockbuster C1

/ˈblɑkˌbʌs.tɚ/ A book, film, or show that is very popular and successful. Meaning Off Sound Off

lieu C1

/ljuː/ instead of Meaning Off Sound Off

palette C1

/ˈpælɪt/ a thin board or other flat surface on which an artist arranges and mixes paints Meaning Off Sound Off

appendicitis C1

/əˌpɛn.dəˈsaɪ.t̬əs/ inflammation of the appendix, typically causing severe pain in the lower right abdomen Meaning Off Sound Off

gangway C1

/ˈɡæŋweɪ/ a passage for walking between rows of seats, shelves, cabins, or other confined areas Meaning Off Sound Off

daydream C1

/ˈdeɪdɹiːm/ A pleasant series of thoughts about something nice while you are awake. Meaning Off Sound Off

caw C1

/kɔ/ the harsh cry made by a crow, rook, or raven Meaning Off Sound Off

armistice C1

/ˈɑɹməstɪs/ a formal agreement between belligerents to stop fighting, usually for a specified or indefinite period and without itself constituting a peace treaty Meaning Off Sound Off

chamomile C1

/ˈkæm.əˌmaɪl/ any of several aromatic daisy-like plants whose flowers are used in herbal preparations Meaning Off Sound Off

decorum C1

/dɪˈkɔrəm/ Appropriate social behavior. Meaning Off Sound Off

drat C1

/dræt/ used to express mild annoyance or disappointment; dated or humorous Meaning Off Sound Off

clutter C1

/ˈklʌtɚ/ A messy, disordered collection of things Meaning Off Sound Off

brunt C1

/brʌnt/ the main force, impact, or worst effects of an attack, event, or burden Meaning Off Sound Off

headway C1

/ˈhɛdweɪ/ progress toward a goal, especially after effort or difficulty Meaning Off Sound Off

carte C1

/kɑrt/ a menu or bill of fare Meaning Off Sound Off

visor C1

/ˈvaɪ.zɚ/ a movable part of a helmet that covers and protects the face Meaning Off Sound Off

paradigm C1

/ˈpæɹ.ə.daɪm/ the generally accepted perspective of a particular discipline at a given time Meaning Off Sound Off

arbor C1

/ˈɑɹbɚ/ a framework that supports climbing plants Meaning Off Sound Off

pickings C1

/ˈpɪkɪŋz/ things available to be taken, chosen, or gained, especially when few or of limited value Meaning Off Sound Off

symposium C1

/sɪmˈpoʊ.zi.əm/ a formal meeting at which specialists give presentations and discuss a particular subject Meaning Off Sound Off

whirlpool C1

/ˈwɝlpuːl/ a powerful circular current of water Meaning Off Sound Off

chromosome C1

/ˈkɹoʊməˌsoʊm/ a threadlike strand of DNA in the cell nucleus that carries the genes in a linear order Meaning Off Sound Off

fresco C1

/ˈfrɛskoʊ/ the technique of painting with water-based pigment on fresh, damp plaster Meaning Off Sound Off

discrepancy C1

/dɪˈskɹepənsi/ An inconsistency between facts or sentiments. Meaning Off Sound Off

roundup C1

/ˈraʊnˌdəp/ A short summary of the main news or events. Meaning Off Sound Off

poise C1

/pɔɪz/ A calm, confident, and graceful manner. Meaning Off Sound Off

mulberry C1

/ˈmʌlˌbɛri/ a sweet edible berry, usually dark purple or red, that resembles a blackberry Meaning Off Sound Off

heifer C1

/ˈhɛfə(ɹ)/ A young female cow that has not yet had a calf. Meaning Off Sound Off

clique C1

/kliːk/ a small, exclusive group whose members associate closely and may use their influence to exclude outsiders Meaning Off Sound Off

foliage C1

/ˈfoʊliɪd͡ʒ/ The leaves of plants. Meaning Off Sound Off

huckleberry C1

/ˈhʌkl̩ˌbɛɹi/ a small edible blue, black, or red berry produced by several North American shrubs Meaning Off Sound Off

peat C1

/ˈpiːt/ Soil formed of dead but not fully decayed plants found in bog areas, often burned as fuel. Meaning Off Sound Off

ember C1

/ˈɛmbɚ/ a small piece of wood or coal that remains hot and glows after a fire has stopped flaming Meaning Off Sound Off

upheaval C1

/ʌpˈhi.vəl/ A big and often sudden change that causes trouble or confusion. Meaning Off Sound Off

squabble C1

/ˈskwɑː.bəl/ a noisy, undignified quarrel, usually about something petty or unimportant Meaning Off Sound Off

infancy C1

/ˈɪnfənsi/ the earliest period of childhood Meaning Off Sound Off