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Question 1

absorb (v.) ⇥ to take in a substance or information

Answer 1

e.g., A sponge can absorb water quickly.

Question 2

abstract (adj.) ⇥ existing in thought or as an idea but not physical

Answer 2

e.g., Love is an abstract concept.

Question 3

accent (n.) ⇥ a way of speaking that shows where a person is from

Answer 3

e.g., She has a British accent.

Question 4

accidentally (adv.) ⇥ without intending to

Answer 4

by chance

Question 5

accommodate (v.) ⇥ to provide space or help

Answer 5

e.g., The hotel can accommodate 300 guests.

Question 6

accomplish (v.) ⇥ to succeed in doing something

Answer 6

e.g., She accomplished her goals.

Question 7

accountant (n.) ⇥ someone who handles financial records

Answer 7

e.g., The accountant prepared the tax report.

Question 8

accounting (n.) ⇥ the system of keeping financial records

Answer 8

e.g., He works in accounting.

Question 9

accuracy (n.) ⇥ being correct or exact

Answer 9

e.g., The accuracy of her spelling was perfect.

Question 10

accurately (adv.) ⇥ in a correct or exact way

Answer 10

e.g., He answered the question accurately.

Question 11

acid (n.) ⇥ a chemical with a sour taste

Answer 11

e.g., Lemon juice contains acid.

Question 12

activate (v.) ⇥ to make something start working

Answer 12

e.g., Push the button to activate the alarm.

Question 13

addiction (n.) ⇥ a strong and harmful need to regularly have or do something

Answer 13

e.g., He is getting help for his video game addiction.

Question 14

additionally (adv.) ⇥ also or in addition

Answer 14

e.g., Additionally, she speaks three languages.

Question 15

adequate (adj.) ⇥ enough or satisfactory

Answer 15

e.g., The food was adequate for the guests.

Question 16

adequately (adv.) ⇥ in a way that is enough or satisfactory

Answer 16

e.g., The problem was adequately addressed.

Question 17

adjust (v.) ⇥ to change something slightly

Answer 17

e.g., She adjusted the seat to fit her height.

Question 18

affordable (adj.) ⇥ not too expensive

Answer 18

e.g., They found an affordable apartment downtown.

Question 19

agriculture (n.) ⇥ farming

Answer 19

e.g., Agriculture is important to the economy.

Question 20

AIDS (n.) ⇥ a disease caused by HIV that weakens the immune system

Answer 20

e.g., AIDS is a serious global health issue.

Question 21

alien (n.) ⇥ a being from another planet or a foreigner

Answer 21

e.g., The movie featured an alien invasion.

Question 22

alongside (prep.) ⇥ next to or together with

Answer 22

e.g., He parked his car alongside the road.

Question 23

altogether (adv.) ⇥ completely or totally

Answer 23

e.g., That’s altogether unacceptable behavior.

Question 24

ambulance (n.) ⇥ a vehicle that takes sick or injured people to the hospital

Answer 24

e.g., The ambulance arrived quickly.

Question 25

amusing (adj.) ⇥ funny or entertaining

Answer 25

e.g., The story was amusing and made everyone laugh.

Question 26

analyst (n.) ⇥ someone who studies or examines something in detail

Answer 26

e.g., A financial analyst predicted the stock drop.

Question 27

ancestor (n.) ⇥ a person from whom one is descended

Answer 27

e.g., Our ancestors came from Asia.

Question 28

animation (n.) ⇥ moving images created from drawings or computer graphics

Answer 28

e.g., The film was made with 3D animation.

Question 29

annually (adv.) ⇥ once every year

Answer 29

e.g., The event is held annually in March.

Question 30

anticipate (v.) ⇥ to expect something to happen

Answer 30

e.g., We anticipate the results next week.

Question 31

anxiety (n.) ⇥ worry or nervousness

Answer 31

e.g., She felt anxiety before the exam.

Question 32

apology (n.) ⇥ an expression of regret

Answer 32

e.g., He gave a sincere apology for being late.

Question 33

applicant (n.) ⇥ someone who applies for something

Answer 33

e.g., The job had many applicants.

Question 34

appropriately (adv.) ⇥ in a suitable or proper way

Answer 34

e.g., He dressed appropriately for the interview.

Question 35

arrow (n.) ⇥ a pointed weapon or a symbol →

Answer 35

e.g., Follow the arrow to find the exit.

Question 36

artwork (n.) ⇥ drawings or paintings

Answer 36

e.g., Her artwork was displayed in the gallery.

Question 37

aside (adv.) ⇥ to the side

Answer 37

e.g., He stepped aside to let her pass.

Question 38

asset (n.) ⇥ something valuable owned by a person or company

Answer 38

e.g., Her communication skills are a great asset.

Question 39

assign (v.) ⇥ to give a task or responsibility

Answer 39

e.g., The teacher assigned homework.

Question 40

assistance (n.) ⇥ help or support

Answer 40

e.g., She needed assistance with her bags.

Question 41

assumption (n.) ⇥ something believed to be true without proof

Answer 41

e.g., That’s a false assumption.

Question 42

assure (v.) ⇥ to tell someone something confidently

Answer 42

e.g., I assure you, everything will be fine.

Question 43

astonishing (adj.) ⇥ very surprising or impressive

Answer 43

e.g., Her progress was astonishing.

Question 44

attachment (n.) ⇥ a file sent with an email or emotional connection

Answer 44

e.g., She sent the photo as an attachment.

Question 45

auction (n.) ⇥ a public sale where items go to the highest bidder

Answer 45

e.g., He bought the painting at an auction.

Question 46

audio (adj.) ⇥ relating to sound

Answer 46

e.g., The book includes an audio CD.

Question 47

automatic (adj.) ⇥ working by itself

Answer 47

e.g., This car has an automatic transmission.

Question 48

automatically (adv.) ⇥ done without thinking or by a machine

Answer 48

e.g., The doors open automatically.

Question 49

awareness (n.) ⇥ knowledge or understanding of a situation

Answer 49

e.g., There is growing awareness of climate change.

Question 50

awkward (adj.) ⇥ uncomfortable or embarrassing

Answer 50

e.g., The silence was awkward.

Question 51

badge (n.) ⇥ a small sign worn to show identity or achievement

Answer 51

e.g., He wore a police badge.

Question 52

balanced (adj.) ⇥ equal or steady

Answer 52

e.g., She has a balanced diet.

Question 53

ballet (n.) ⇥ a style of classical dance

Answer 53

e.g., She studies ballet twice a week.

Question 54

balloon (n.) ⇥ a rubber bag filled with air or gas

Answer 54

e.g., He popped the balloon.

Question 55

barely (adv.) ⇥ only just

Answer 55

e.g., She barely passed the test.

Question 56

bargain (n.) ⇥ something bought at a good price

Answer 56

e.g., That dress was a real bargain.

Question 57

basement (n.) ⇥ the lowest floor of a building

Answer 57

e.g., The laundry room is in the basement.

Question 58

basket (n.) ⇥ a container made of woven material

Answer 58

e.g., She carried fruit in a basket.

Question 59

bat (n.) ⇥ a flying mammal or a stick used in sports

Answer 59

e.g., A bat flew out of the cave.

Question 60

beneficial (adj.) ⇥ helpful or good

Answer 60

e.g., Exercise is beneficial to health.

Question 61

beside (prep.) ⇥ next to

Answer 61

e.g., She sat beside him.

Question 62

besides (prep., adv.) ⇥ in addition to

Answer 62

e.g., Besides English, he speaks Spanish.

Question 63

bias (n.) ⇥ a preference that prevents fair judgment

Answer 63

e.g., The article showed bias against the candidate.

Question 64

bid (n., v.) ⇥ to offer a price for something

Answer 64

e.g., He placed a bid on the house.

Question 65

biological (adj.) ⇥ related to life or living things

Answer 65

e.g., Biological sciences include biology and ecology.

Question 66

blanket (n.) ⇥ a thick cover used to keep warm

Answer 66

e.g., She wrapped the baby in a blanket.

Question 67

blow (n.) ⇥ a hit or bad event

Answer 67

e.g., Losing the job was a hard blow.

Question 68

bold (adj.) ⇥ brave or confident

Answer 68

e.g., That was a bold decision.

Question 69

bombing (n.) ⇥ an attack using explosives

Answer 69

e.g., The bombing caused major damage.

Question 70

booking (n.) ⇥ a reservation

Answer 70

e.g., I made a hotel booking.

Question 71

boost (v., n.) ⇥ to increase or improve

Answer 71

e.g., The ad helped boost sales.

Question 72

bound (adj.) ⇥ certain or likely to happen

Answer 72

e.g., She’s bound to succeed.

Question 73

brick (n.) ⇥ a block used in building

Answer 73

e.g., The house was made of red brick.