Common Words 2 Flashcards
Boast
to speak of or assert(to state something in a strong and definite way) with excessive pride
Trade union
Labor union (an organization of workers formed to protect the rights and interests of its members)
Plaster
Ghips
Accountant
someone whose job is to keep the financial records of a business or person
Civil servant
a person who works for the government; a person who works in the civil service
Recruit
to find suitable people and get them to join a company, an organization, the armed forces, etc.; to persuade (someone) to join you in some activity or to help you
Warehouse
a large building used for storing goods
Do without
To not do something even though you would like to
Overdraft
Debt you have at a bank when you have spent more than you have on your account
Gig
A concert of rock or pop music
Venue
the place where an event takes place
Postgraduate
of or relating to studies done after earning a bachelor’s degree or other degree
Undergraduate
a student at a college or university who has not yet earned a degree
Bland
With no taste or character; boring
Run-down
in very bad condition because of age or lack of car
Tackle
To tackle a problem= to try hard to find a solution
Still life
a painting, drawing, etc., of a carefully arranged group of objects (such as flowers and fruit)
Gang
A group of criminals
Smuggle
to move (someone or something) from one country into another illegally and secretly
Indulgent
willing to allow someone to have or enjoy something even though it may not be proper, healthy, appropriate, etc
Scholarship
an amount of money that is given by a school, an organization, etc., to a student to help pay for the student’s education
Fall out
Quarrel
Ego
the opinion that you have about yourself
Site
A place where something important has happenea
Carriage
Vagon
Harbour
a part of the ocean, a lake, etc., that is next to land and that is protected and deep enough to provide safety for ships
Bribe
Mită
Bureaucracy
a large group of people who are involved in running a government but who are not elected
Hypocrite
a person who claims or pretends to have certain beliefs about what is right but who behaves in a way that disagrees with those beliefs
Refugee
someone who has been forced to leave a country because of war or for religious or political reasons
Compensation
something that is done or given to make up for damage, trouble, etc; something good that acts as a balance against something bad or undesirable
Socket
Priza
Boom
of a business or industry : to grow or expand suddenly
Subsidy
money that is paid usually by a government to keep the price of a product or service low or to help a business or organization to continue to function
Sprain
a sudden or violent twist or wrench of a joint with stretching or tearing of ligaments
Ceasefire
an agreement to stop fighting a war for a period of time so that a permanent agreement can be made to end the war
Activism
the doctrine or practice of vigorous action or involvement as a means of achieving political or other goals, sometimes by demonstrations, protests, etc.
Founder
A person who first started an organisation
Memorabilia
objects or materials that are collected because they are related to a particular event, person, etc. : things collected as souvenirs
Haste
speed of motion or action; quickness or eagerness that can result in mistakes
Slump
to sit or fall down suddenly and heavily
Hostile
of or relating to an enemy; not friendly; having or showing unfriendly feelings
Glower
to look at someone or something in an angry way
Pummel
to repeatedly hit or punch (someone or something) very hard
Pelt
a skin stripped of hair or wool for tanning
Niggardly
reluctant to give or spend; stingy; zgarcit
Disengage
to separate from someone or something
Weary
lacking strength, energy, or freshness because of a need for rest or sleep; bored or annoyed by something because you have seen it, heard it, done it, etc., many times or for a long time
Thump
a loud, deep sound made especially when a heavy object hits something; an act of hitting someone or something
Taut
very tight from being pulled or stretched : not loose or slack
Anvil
a heavy iron block on which heated metal is shaped by hitting it with a hammer
Heft
to lift (something) up
Bale
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Galley
a long, low ship that was moved by oars and sails and that was used in ancient times by the Egyptians, Greeks, and others
Oar
a long pole that is flat and wide at one end and that is used for rowing and steering a boat
Rail
a light structure serving as a guard at the outer edge of a ship’s deck
Etch
to produce a pattern, design, etc., by using a powerful liquid (called an acid) to cut the surface of metal or glass
Stubby
Short and thick
Spire
the upper tapering(progressively narrowed toward one end) part of something
Falter
to stop being strong or successful : to begin to fail or weaken; to begin to walk or move in an unsteady way
Pinion
Wing
Enfold
to cover (someone or something) completely; to hold (someone or something) in your arms
Dash
to run or move quickly or suddenly
Oarsman
a person who rows a boat especially as a member of a racing team
Ply
to go or travel regularly
Sloop
a small sailboat with one mast( a long pole or spar rising from the keel or deck of a ship and supporting the yards, booms, and rigging)
Avarice
a strong desire to have or get money
Scourge
someone or something that causes a great amount of trouble or suffering; to hit (someone) with a whip as punishment
Lest
for fear that
—used when you are saying something in order to prevent something from happening
Befoul
to make (a substance, place, etc.) dirty
Retch
To vomit
Valiant
having or showing courage; very brave or courageous
Fumble
to handle something in an awkward or clumsy way
Nonplus
a state of bafflement or perplexity
Frenetic
filled with excitement, activity, or confusion; wild or frantic
Rigging
the ropes and chains that are used on a ship to help support the masts and sails
Granary
a building in which grain is stored
Redoubt
a small building or area that gives protection to soldiers under attack; a safe or protected place
Timber
trees that are grown in order to produce wood
—used as an interjection to warn people nearby that a cut tree is about to fall
Stall
a booth, stand, or counter at which articles are displayed for sale
Clamour
a loud continuous noise (such as the noise made when many people are talking or shouting)
Abreast
used to describe two or more people or things that are next to each other in a line
Dome
a large rounded roof or ceiling that is shaped like half of a ball
Barge
a large boat that has a flat bottom and that is used to carry goods in harbors and on rivers and canals
Hull
the main part of a ship or boat : the deck, sides, and bottom of a ship or boat
Tar
a very thick, black, sticky liquid made from coal that becomes hard when it cools and that is used especially for road surfaces
Furl
to wrap or roll (something, such as a sail or a flag) close to or around something
Ram
a piece of machinery that is used to hit or lift something else
Pier
a structure that goes out from a shore into the water
Bellow
to shout in a deep voice
Bustle
to move or go in a busy or hurried way
Ramble
to walk or go from one place to another place without a specific goal, purpose, or direction
Crone
a cruel or ugly old woman
Straw
the dry stems of wheat and other grain plants
Unlatch
to open or loosen (something, such as a door) by lifting a latch (a device that holds a door, gate, or window closed and that consists of a bar that falls into a holder when it is closed and that is lifted when it is open)
Bodice
the upper part of a dress
Drab
not bright or colorful; too plain or dull to be interesting
Portcullis
a heavy iron gate that can be raised or lowered at the entrance to a castle
Usher
to lead (someone) to a place
Contrite
feeling or showing regret for bad behavior
Wince
to have an expression on your face for a very short time which shows that you are embarrassed or in pain
Yearn
to feel a strong desire or wish for something or to do something
Bespeak
to be evidence of (something); to be a sign of (something)
Salve
a creamy substance that you put on a wound to heal it or to make it less painful
Quip
To make a clever remark
Wondrous
causing wonder or amazement; very beautiful or impressive
Lance
a long, pointed weapon used in the past by knights riding on horses
Hovel
a small, poorly built and often dirty house
Well
of a liquid : to rise to a surface and flow out
Admonition
a criticism or warning about behavior
Quiver
to shake because of fear, cold, nervousness, etc.
Joust
of knights in the Middle Ages : to fight on horseback with lances
Trifle
something that does not have much value or importance
Uncanny
strange or unusual in a way that is surprising or difficult to understand
Canny
very clever and able to make intelligent decisions
Dent
a depression or hollow made by a blow or by pressure
Hamstring
to damage or ruin the force or effectiveness of (something or someone)
Snigger
Snicker(to make a short, quiet laugh in a way that shows disrespect)
Fodder
food given to horses, cows, etc.
Methodical
done by using a careful and organized procedure; working in a very careful and organized way
Scant
very small in size or amount
Muss
to make (something, such as clothing or hair) messy or untidy
Thimble
a small metal or plastic cap used in sewing to protect the finger that pushes the needle
Instep
the raised middle part of the top of your foot between the toes and the ankle
Gingerly
very cautious or careful
Retribution
punishment for doing something wrong
Flare
to shine or burn suddenly and briefly; to become suddenly excited, angry, or active; to open or spread outward
Brazier
a pan for holding burning coals
Keg
a barrel for holding or serving something (such as beer)
Ale
an alcoholic drink that is similar to beer
Baseborn
of illegitimate birth; a baseborn child who didn’t even know his father’s name
Siege
a situation in which soldiers or police officers surround a city, building, etc., in order to try to take control of it; a serious and lasting attack ofsomething
Wager
to risk losing something (such as money) if your guess about what will happen is wrong
—used in the phrase to indicate what you think will happen or what you believe is probably true; noun: an agreement in which people try to guess what will happen and the person who guesses wrong has to give something (such as money) to the person who guesses right
Wayside
the land next to a road or path
Scour
to remove by rubbing hard and washing
Overcast
covered with clouds; darkened by clouds
Topple
to cause (something) to become unsteady and fall
Shutter
one of a pair of outside covers for a window that open and close like a door
Lofty
rising to a great height; very tall and impressive
Barley
a kind of grain used for food and to make beer and whiskey
Mutton
the meat of an adult sheep used as food
Pant
to breathe hard and quickly
Gruff
rough or very serious in manner or speech
Menace
to threaten harm to (someone or something)
Sneer
to smile or laugh at someone or something with an expression on your face that shows dislike and a lack of respect
Fowl
a bird (such as a chicken) that is raised for food
Straggle
to move away or spread out from others in a disorganized way
Furnish
to provide (a room or building) with furniture; to supply or give (something) to someone or something
Cavort
to jump or move around in a lively manner; to spend time in an enjoyable and often wild or improper way
Flank
Vb: to be located on both sides of (something or someone);noun: the right or left side of a military formation
Garnet
a dark red stone that is used in jewelry
Smolder
to feel a strong emotion but keep it hidden; to be felt strongly by someone without being directly shown or expressed
Accost
to approach and speak to (someone) often in an angry, aggressive, or unwanted way
Foul
very unpleasant to taste or smell
Disconcert
to make (someone) upset or embarrassed
Insolent
rude or impolite; having or showing a lack of respect for other people
Wisp
a thin thread or strand of something (such as hair)
Ponderous
slow or awkward because of weight and size
Brass
a yellow metal that is made by combining copper and zinc
Convene
to come together in a group for a meeting
Folly
the lack of good sense or judgment; a foolish act or idea; foolish behavior
Melee
a confused struggle or fight involving many people
Prodigious
amazing or wonderful; very impressive
Loathe
to hate (someone or something) very much
Bailey
the outer wall of a castle or any of several walls surrounding the keep
Relic
something that is from a past time, place, culture, etc.
Intrigue
the activity of making secret plans
Ruddy
having a healthy reddish color
Bluff
Cliff
Ramshackle
in a very bad condition and needing to be repaired
Lecherous
having or showing an excessive or disgusting interest in sex
Jape
to say or do something jokingly or mockingly
Fondle
to touch or handle (something) in a gentle way; to touch (someone) in a sexual way
Dandle
to move (a baby) up and down in your arms or on your knee as a way of playing
Mourn
to feel or show great sadness because someone has died
Gash
a long, deep cut
Naught
Nothing
Barrow
a large mound of earth or stones over the remains of the dead
Cleave
to divide by or as if by a cutting blow : split
Wrench
to twist and pull with a sudden violent motion
Hireling
a person who is paid for doing a job that is not respected or that is considered morally wrong
Molder
to rot slowly especially from not being used; to decay slowly
Dissuade
to convince (someone) not to do something
Maim
to injure (someone) very badly by violence
Amiss
in the wrong way
Droll
having an odd and amusing quality
Lad
a boy or young man
Muck
to clean up; especially : to clear of manure or filth — usually used with out
Grumble
to complain quietly about something
Mull
to heat, sweeten, and flavor (as wine or cider) with spices
Brook
to allow (something) to exist or happen
Kin
a person’s relatives
Throttle
to choke or strangle
Forswear
to promise to give up or to stop doing (something)
Grave
meriting serious consideration; important
Wretch
a very unhappy or unlucky person; a very bad or unpleasant person
Palisade
a high fence made of pointed stakes that was used in the past to protect a building or area
Hew
to sever (a part) from a whole by means of cutting blows
Clamber
to climb or crawl in an awkward way
