Masterkey FCE Glossary

Masterkey FCE Glossary
Test 1 adequate (adj) = satisfactory in quality or quantity; enough

response (n) = an answer or reaction to something that has
READING AND USE - PART 1 been said or done
reduction (n) = the action of making something smaller or less in age-old (adj) = having existed for a very long time
amount, degree, or size argument (n) = a reason or set of reasons given in support of an
lessen (v) = to become less or to make something less idea or action
cutback (n) = an act of reducing something, such as the amount cage (n) = animals or birds are kept in a cage, which is a space
of money available to spend surrounded on all sides by bars or wire
dramatic (adj) = an event or circumstance sudden and striking honest (adj) = telling the truth or able to be trusted
overfishing (n) = catching too many fish in an area of the sea, so attempt (n) = an effort to achieve or complete a difficult task or
that there are not many fish left there anymore action
cause (n) = a thing that gives rise to an action or a phenomenon; resemble (v) = to look like
the reason why habitat (n) = the place that a particular animal lives or a
porpoise (n) = a small toothed whale with a low triangular fin particular plant grows
invisible (adj) = if something is invisible, it cannot be seen still = up to the present
diminishing (adj) = becoming less restricted (adj) = limited in extent, number or action
mark (n) = a line artificial (adj) = not natural, but made by people
be washed up (v) = being on the shore because of the tide
substance (n) = material with particular physical characteristics READING AND USE - PART 3
float (v) = to rest or move on the surface of a liquid without the tube (BrE) (n) = The underground railway system in London
sinking underground (adj) = under the surface of the ground
pesticide (n) = a substance used for destroying insects or other railway (n) = the systems and organizations connected with
organisms harmful to plants or animals trains
fat soluble (adj) = able to be dissolved in fats or oils lay (v) = put down and set in position for use
store (v) = to keep or accumulate something for future use tracks (n) = a continuous line of rails on a railway
in turn (exp) = one after the other surface (n) = the outside part or the top layer of something
pass on (v) = to give steam engine (n) = an engine that uses steam to generate
separate (v) = to move apart power
divide (v) = to separate or be separated into parts carriage (n) = one of the separate parts of a train where the
remove (v) = to take something away people sit
unseen (adj) = not seen or not able to be seen produce (v) = to create or make something
hidden (adj) = a hidden thing or place is not easy to find lift (n) = a machine that carries people up and down
unknown (adj) = not known construct (v) = to build something from many parts
swear (v) = to make a promise or to say firmly that something is channel (n) = a long passage
true or that you will do something
plead (v) = to say in a court of law if you have committed a READING AND USE - PART 5
crime or not a crime work on (v) = to be engaged in physical or mental activity in
witness (v) = to see an event, usually a crime or accident, order to achieve a result
happen tale (n) = a story about exciting events, usually one that is not
testify (v) = to give evidence as a witness true
caution (n) = caution is the care taken to avoid danger or mis- blows and knocks (exp) = obstacles and problems
takes voyage (v) = a long journey, especially by ship or in space
warning (n) = a statement or event that tells people that there is woe (n) = great sadness or distress
danger of some kind inflame (v) = to cause or increase very strong feelings such as
threat (n) = a statement of an intention to cause pain, injury, or anger or excitement
damage on someone because they have done or not done spur (v) = to encourage or stimulate
something onward (adv) = in a continuing forward direction; ahead
sink (v) = to go down below the surface of something, especially plod (v) = to work slowly
of a liquid immersed (adj) = involved deeply in an activity
digest (v) = when your stomach digests food, it changes it into idiomatic (adj) = using expressions that are natural to a
the substances that your body needs particular group of people only
eatable (adj) = good or safe to eat epistle (n) = a letter
leak (v) = if a container leaks, it allows liquid to come out Hebrew (n) = a Jewish person, used especially about the Jews of
through a hole or crack, when it should not ancient Israel
inherit (v) = to receive money, property, or a title from someone remote (adj) = far away
who has died close at hand (exp) = nearby
hand (v) = to pick something up and give it to someone yard (n) = an area of land in front of or behind a house
put sb off (v) = to stop someone from doing something
READING AND USE - PART 2 dull (adj) = a dull sound is not loud or clear
proponent (n) = a person who speaks publicly in support of a fancy (v) = to say or predict that something will happen
particular idea or plan murmur (v) = to say something in a low voice
childhood (n) = the period of being a child drab (adj) = not having brightness or interest
point out (v) = to say something to make someone aware of a tradesman (n) = someone who buys and sells goods, especially
fact someone who owns a shop
value (n) = the importance, worth, or usefulness of something approach (v) = to come near to someone
provide (v) = to give something to someone flush (v) = to become red and hot, typically as the result of
opportunity (n) = an opportunity is a chance to do something illness or strong emotion
relatively (adv) = quite, when compared with other things or rise (v) = to get up from lying or sitting
people descend (v) = to move downwards
inexpensive (adj) = cheap sit on (v) = to continue sitting
research (n) = the systematic investigation and study of lapse (n) = an interval or passage of time
materials and sources in order to establish facts and reach new shed (n) = a small building, which is usually in the garden, used
conclusions to keep things such as tools
extinction (n) = the state or process of being or becoming absence (n) = a time when you are not in a place
extinct what is the use of + ing? (exp) = used to tell someone to stop
fail (v) = to be unsuccessful doing something because it will not help them
1
pore over sth (v) = to look at and study something, e.g. a result of it
document, carefully eventually (adv) = in the end, especially after a long time
slap (n) = the action of hitting someone with the flat, inside part angle (n) = a position from which something is viewed
of your hand line of work (phr) = an area of activity
if only (exp) = used to express a wish, especially something that confident about myself (exp) = feeling sure about yourself that
you regret now you can do or achieve something
estimate (v) = to roughly calculate or judge the value, number or self-conscious (adj) = worried about how you look or what other
quantity of something people think of you
sum (n) = a particular amount of money absorbed (adj) = so interested or involved in something that you
doubt (n) = a feeling of uncertainty or when you are not do not notice anything else
convinced about something part (v) = to create a parting in your hair
economy (n) = careful management of money whether (conj) = expressing a doubt or choice between
loss (n) = a situation in which somebody or a company spends alternatives
more money than they earn regularly (adv) = frequently
sharp blow (n) = something that has a bad effect keep it up (v) = to continue a course of action
amass (v) = to become more over a period of time demanding (adj) = requiring much skill or effort
self-denial (n) = the denial of one's own interests and needs physically (adv) = in a way relating to the body
add (v) = to put together two or more numbers or amounts to mentally (adv) = in a way relating to the mind
calculate their total value endless (adj) = never seeming to stop
inheritance (n) = money or objects that someone gives you rehearsal (n) = a practice or trial performance of a play etc. for
when they die later public performance
amount (n) = a quantity of something, typically the total of a use up (v) = to use all of a supply of something
thing or things in number or value enormous (adj) = very large
from time to time (exp) = occasionally pretty (adv) = to a moderately high degree
see sb through sth (exp) = to help or support someone during a relaxed (adj) = free from tension and stress
difficult period in their life attitude (n) = a settled way of thinking or behaving towards
carry sb through (v) = to help someone be able to deal with a something
difficult situation look after (v) = take care of
provided (conj) = on the condition that beats (v) = to be better than
worn out (adj) = extremely tired; exhausted fumes (n) (pl) = strong, unpleasant, and sometimes dangerous
raise (v) = to collect money gas or smoke
exhaustion (n) = a state of being extremely tired by a long shot (exp) = by far or a lot
tutor (n) = a private teacher, typically one who teaches a single be prepared to (exp) = to be willing to do something
student or a very small group fatty (adj) = containing a large amount of fat
admission (n) = the process of allowing people into a college, likely (adj) = it might happen or be true
hospital, etc. freshly squeezed = made using fresh fruit
theological college (n) = a college where you study religion meat eater (n) = a person whose diet includes meat
student loan (n) = a loan available to university students, usually vegetarian (adj) = someone who chooses not to eat meat or fish
by the state not by any stretch of the imagination (exp) = not at all
dismiss (v) = to decide that something or someone is not having said that (exp) = despite what has just been said
important and not worth considering reveal (v) = to make previously unknown information known to
fancy (v) = to feel a desire or liking for someone or something others
pay off (v) = to give someone all the money that you have bor- within (adv) = inside you
rowed from them reflect (v) = to give people a particular opinion of someone or
contradict (v) = to say the opposite of what someone else has something
said get it? (exp) = an expression used to see if the other person
make the best of (exp) = to accept a difficult situation without understood what he or she said
complaining and try to deal with it as well as you can initially (adv) = at the start
pause (n) = to stop doing something for a short time passing phase (n) = way of behaviour that will not last a long
drearily (adv) = in a boring way that is making you feel unhappy time
bend over (v) = if you bend your head or if it bends, you move it overcome (v) = succeed in dealing with a problem or difficulty
forwards and downwards without moving your body downwards influence (v) = to have an effect on
gloom (n) = a state of depression
know otherwise (exp) = be aware of information or evidence to READING AND USE - PART 7
the contrary audience (n) = the people who sit and watch a performance at a
imply (v) = if one thing implies another thing, the other thing istheatre or cinema
likely to exist consist of (v) = to be made from something
gamble (away) (v) = to lose something by gambling viewer (n) = a person who looks at or inspects something
admit (v) = to say that the bad thing that you have done or said deceive (v) = to cause someone to believe something that is not
is true true, especially for personal gain
rely on (v) = to depend on (with trust) preferable (adj) = better or more suitable
once (adv) = used for saying that a particular situation existed at
READING AND USE - PART 6 a time in the past, but it does not exist any longer
looks (n) (pl) = the appearance of someone or something require (v) = to need for a particular purpose
obsessive (adj) = thinking about something or someone all the regret (v) = to feel sorry about a situation, especially something
time, or doing something too much that you wish you had not done
it really gets to me (exp) = it annoys me oblige (v) = to force to do something because it is the law or a
distance myself (exp) = declare that one is not connected with or rule
a supporter of something shake ones head (exp) = moving the head as a gesture to say yes
ignore (v) = to refuse to take notice of or no
incidentally (adv) = used for adding related but less important nod (v) = to move your head up and down as a way of agreeing
information to what has just been said, or for suddenly introduc- assume an expression (exp) = to take on or adopt an expression
ing a new subject falsely
go through (v) = to undergo a difficult period or experience facial (adj) = of or affecting the face
in that (exp) = for the reason that incorporate (v) = to take in or contain (something) as part of a
grow out of (v) = to develop from something, or to exist as a whole
2
fiasco (n) = a complete failure, especially a foolish or humiliating manoeuvrability (n) = the ability to move and direct something
one easily
attest (v) = to show something or to say or prove that something wing span (n) = the maximum extent across the wings of an
is true aircraft or of a bird or other flying animal, measured from tip to
in exchange for (exp) = to give something in order to receive tip
something else paw (n) = the foot of an animal, such as a cat or a dog
typical (adj) = having the distinctive qualities of a particular type toenail (n) = the nail of each toe
of person or thing
walk of life (exp) = a persons occupation or position within soci- READING AND USE - PART 2
ety increasing (adj) = become greater in amount
aim (v) = to try to achieve restriction (n) = a law or a rule that limits what people can do
bemused (adj) = slightly confused ban (v) = to forbid something officially
as to (exp) = with respect to disbelief (n) = inability to accept that something is true or real
what on earth possesses them (exp) = (showing surprise) what
makes them behave in this way READING AND USE - PART 3
discomfort (n) = slight pain inflect (v) = to change the form of a word to express a particular
allot (v) = to give something, especially a share of something grammatical function such as tense, person, number or gender;
available, for a particular purpose to vary the sound of your voice so that it goes up and down
common misconception (n) = common misunderstanding, or when you speak
mistake once (adv) = it is used for saying that a particular situation
curious (adj) = eager to know or learn something existed at a time in the past, but it does not exist any longer
coincidence (n) = an occasion when two very similar things pronounce (v) = to make the sound of a word in the correct or a
happen at the same time by chance particular way
television crew (n) = a group of people that work to produce virtually (adv) = almost
content for the TV
recruit (v) = to try to persuade someone to join an organization READING AND USE - PART 5
flash (v) = to shine on and off very quickly rusty (adj) = affected by rust
applaud (v) = to show approval or praise by clapping look on the bright side! (exp) = try to be optimistic
accordingly (adv) = in a way that is appropriate to the particular for once (exp) = on this occasion only, as an exception
circumstances peer (v) = look with difficulty or concentration at someone or
merely (adv) = only something
windscreen (n) = a glass screen at the front of a motor vehicle
LISTENING - PART 2 puddle (n) = a small pool of liquid, especially of rainwater on the
figure skating (n) = a type of skating that involves circular pat- ground
terns and often includes jumps optimism (n) = hope or a belief that something good will happen
pack up (v) = to put all your things together when you have
LISTENING - PART 3 finished doing something
participant (n) = someone who takes part in an activity crossroads (n) = a place where two or more roads cross each
inspiring (adj) = having the effect of giving new and creative other
ideas to someone stare (v) = look fixedly or vacantly at someone or something
with ones eyes wide open
LISTENING - PART 4 swish (n) = a hissing or rustling sound
supporter (n) = a person who approves of and encourages a windscreen wiper (n) = a device for keeping a windscreen clear
public figure, political party, policy, etc. of rain
term (n) = one of the periods of time that the school or signpost (n) = a sign giving information such as the direction and
university year is divided into distance to a nearby town, typically found at a road junction
promote (v) = to support or actively encourage a cause, venture, lurch (v) = to move suddenly in a way that is not smooth or
etc. controlled
effective (adj) = successful in producing the desired result roar (v) = to make a loud, deep sound
decline (v) = to become less uphill (adv) = towards the top of the hill
focus on (v) = to pay particular attention to emerge (v) = to appear from somewhere or come out of
imply (v) = indicate the truth or existence of (something) by sug- somewhere
gestion and not by explicit reference come to a halt (exp) = to slow down gradually and then stop
equally (adv) = fairly and in the same way completely
appealing (adj) = attractive or interesting T-junction (n) = a place where one road meets another without
crossing it, forming the shape of a letter T
triumphantly (adv) = in a way that shows that you are excited
TEST 2 about a victory or a success
intensely (adv) = extremely
READING AND USE - PART 1 curious (adj) = interested in learning about the people or the
alarm (n) = an anxious awareness of danger things around
screech (n) = an unpleasant, loud, high noise constantly (adv) = happening a lot or all the time
rainforest (n) = a forest with a lot of tall trees where it rains a lot fascination (n) = the fact of finding something extremely
terrified (adj) = very frightened, very scared interesting
giant (adj) = extremely large gateway (n) = an opening that can be closed by a gate
eagle (n) = a large wild bird with a big, curved beak, that hunts approach (v) = to come near or nearer to someone or something
smaller animals shuttered (adj) = having closed shutters
twist (v) = form into a bent, curling shape facade (n) = the front of a building, especially a large or
prey (n) = an animal that is hunted and killed by another for attractive building
food shrink (v) = to become or make smaller in size or amount
dive (n) = a steep descent (=going down) by an aircraft or bird grand (adj) = magnificent and imposing in appearance, size, or
pluck (v) = take hold of (something) and quickly remove it from style
its place pillar (n) = a tall vertical structure of stone, wood, or metal,
claw (n) = one of the sharp, curved nails on the feet of some usually used as a support for a building, or as decoration
animals and birds imposing (adj) = having an appearance that looks important or
lowlands (n) = flat land that is at sea level causes admiration
speed (n) = how fast something moves or happens splash (v) = to move in water so that drops of it go in all
3
directions any clear purpose
stream (n) = a small narrow river damp (adj) = slightly wet, especially in a way that is not pleasant
doubtlessly (adv) = certainly inland (adv) = in or towards the interior of a country
willow tree (n) = a tree that usually grows near water and has oak tree (n) = a large tree which bears acorns
long, thin branches that hang down fern (n) = a green plant with long stems, leaves like feathers, and
vaguely (adv) = in a way that is uncertain or unclear no flowers
gravel (n) = small stones overlook (v) = to provide a view of, especially from above
china (n) = a fine white or ceramic material harbour (n) = an area of water next to the coast, often protected
daydream (v) = to spend time thinking good thoughts about from the sea by a thick wall, where ships and boats can shelter
something you wish would happen picturesque (adj) = very attractive, especially because it is old
steer (v) = to control the direction of a car, boat, etc. and interesting
shrug (v) = raise (ones shoulders) slightly to express doubt, igno- trail (n) = a path through a countryside, mountain, or forest area
rance, or indifference catch (n) = fish that is caught from a river, lake, or sea
grunt (v) = to make short, low sounds sort out (v) = to tidy or organize things by separating them into
unwelcoming (adj) = not making a guest or visitor feel comfort- categories
able, or wanted chat (v) = talk in a friendly and informal way
absent-minded (adj) = often forgetting things bargain (v) = to ask to buy something at a lower price than its
true value
READING AND USE - PART 6
install (v) = to put a piece of equipment somewhere and make it
ready to use LISTENING - PART 1
piston (n) = a disc or short cylinder fitting closely within a tube producer (n) = a person who supervises the making of a musical
in which it moves up and down recording or films
rod (n) = a thin straight bar, usually of wood or metal interviewer (n) = the person who asks the questions during an
piston rod (n) = a rod that is attached to a piston to drive a interview
wheel author (n) = a writer of a book, article, or document
re-attach (v) = attach something that has fallen or been taken lack (n) = the state of being without or not having enough of
off in its former position something
cable (n) = a wire that carries electricity or telephone signals privacy (n) = someone's right to keep their personal matters and
fabulous (adj) = extraordinary, great relationships secret
sunset (n) = the time in the evening when the sun disappears or constant (adj) = happening a lot or all the time
daylight fades gossip (n) = casual or unconstrained conversation or reports
pump (n) = a mechanical device for making a liquid or gas move about other people, typically involving details which are not
into or out of something confirmed as true
explore (v) = to travel through an area in order to learn about it warn against (v) = to tell someone about a possible problem or
charm (n) = a quality that makes you like something danger so that they will not be hurt
diving (n) = the sport or activity of swimming or exploring under
water LISTENING - PART 2
snorkelling (n) = swimming using a snorkel birding (n) = the observation of birds in their natural habitats as
stern (n) = the back of the boat a hobby
screeching (adj) = making an unpleasant, high, loud sound bird watching (n) = the practice of observing birds in their
seagull (n) = a grey and white bird that lives near the sea natural environment as a hobby
swoop (v) = to move rapidly downwards through the air identify (v) = to recognize someone or something and say or
await (v) = to wait for or be waiting for something prove who or what that person or thing is
uneventful (adj) = without interesting or surprising events research (n) = the systematic investigation into and study of
duck (v) = a water bird with a large beak, a short neck, and short materials and sources in order to establish facts and reach new
legs conclusions
overboard (adv) = from a ship into the water volunteer (n) = a person who works for a company or
replacement (n) = the action or process of replacing someone or organization without being paid
something feather (n) = a feather grows on a birds skin
high fashion (n) = expensive and fashionable clothes which are
READING AND USE - PART 7 produced by leading fashion houses
landscape (n) = all the visible features of an area of land,
especially when talking about the beauty of this area of land LISTENING - PART 4
moorland (n) = a very large area covered with rough grass hang-gliding (n) = the activity of using a hang-glider
resident (n) = a person who lives somewhere permanently or on qualified (adj) = able to do something because you have the
a long-term basis knowledge, experience and training to do this job
isolation (n) = the state of being separated from other people flight (n) = an occasion when something flies or moves through
valley (n) = an area of low land between hills or mountains, the air
often with a river running through it winch (n) = a piece of equipment that uses a rope or chain for
remain (v) = to stay in the same place or in the same condition lifting or pulling things or people
throughout (adv) = in every part, or during the whole period of slope (n) = a surface of which one end or side is at a higher level
time than another; the side of a hill
remote (adj) = far away in distance or time, or not closely parachute (n) a large piece of cloth that is attached to a persons
related body with strings and helps him/her to drop safely from a plane
function (n) = an activity that is natural to or the purpose of a handle (v) = to deal with a difficult situation
person or thing long-distance (adj) = travelling or operating between distant
untamed (n) = when a piece of land is not used by people places
desert (n) = an area, often covered with sand or rocks, where dawn (n) = the period in the day when light from the sun begins
there is very little rain and not many plants to appear in the sky
tundra (n) = a vast, flat, treeless Arctic region of Europe, Asia, dusk (n) = the period of the day just before it becomes dark
and North America in which the subsoil is frozen
due to (exp) = because of
reputation (n) = the beliefs or opinions that are generally held
about someone or something
wander (v) = to walk around slowly in a relaxed way or without
4
Test 3 READING AND USE - PART 5
await (v) = to wait for
READING AND USE - PART 1 doorway (n) = an entrance to a room or building through a door
audio (adj) = connected with sound and the recording or broad- farewell (n) = goodbye
casting of sound gradually (adv) = slowly over a period of time or a distance
unabridged (adj) = a book, speech, or article that is in its original figure (n) = the shape of a person
form and has not been made shorter merely (adv) = used to emphasize that you mean exactly what
version (n) = a particular form of something differing in certain you are saying and nothing more
respects from an earlier form or other forms of the same type of serve (v) = to perform duties or services for another person, an
thing organization, or your country
widely (adv) = over a large area or range recognition (n) = if you are given recognition, people show
commute (v) = to travel some distance between ones home and admiration and respect for your achievements
place of work on a regular basis stretch (v) = to spread over a large area or distance
relatively (adv) = in relation, comparison, or proportion to hillside (n) = the sloping side of a hill
something else littered with = if something is littered with things there are
roughly (adv) = approximately many things in it
partly (adv) = to some extent; not completely hold (v) = to contain or be able to contain something
strictly (adv) = exactly confused (adj) = to mix up someone's mind or ideas, or to make
illustrated (adj) = containing pictures or other graphical material something difficult to understand
being (n) = existence cautiously (adv) = in a way that deliberately avoids potential
a people (plural peoples) (n) =a group which consists of all the problems or dangers
persons who belong to a nation, religion, or race work sb out (v) = to understand the reasons for someone's
relocate (v) = to move to a new place and establish your home behaviour
or business there recruit (n) = a new member of an organization, especially the
transmit (v) = to send out or carry signals using radio, television, army
etc. stern-looking (adj) = serious, severe
transfer (v) = to copy information or images from one place or bark (v) = to shout at someone in a forceful manner
object to another; to move from one place to another sergeant (n) = a rank of the army or air force, above corporal
elegant (adj) = graceful and stylish in appearance or manner and below staff sergeant
smart (adj) = having a tidy, and stylish appearance scratchy (adj) = a scratchy voice makes an unpleasant sound
existing (adj) =being there roughly (adv) = in a way that is not gentle
active (adj) = participating or engaged in a particular activity assemble (v) = to come together in a single place
officer (n) = a person holding a position of authority
READING AND USE - PART 2 battle (n) = a fight between large organized armed forces
fashion designer (n) = a person who designs high-fashion clothes inexperienced (adj) = having little knowledge or experience of a
tour (n) = a journey for pleasure in which several different places particular thing
are visited take to (v) = to begin to like someone or something
typical (adj) = showing all the characteristics that you would achieve (v) = to successfully do something
usually expect ease (v) = to relax
be washed away (exp) = to remove something
READING AND USE - PART 3 impassively (adv) = in a way that is not showing any emotion
mammal (n) = a warm-blooded animal that drinks milk from its
mothers body when it is young READING AND USE - PART 6
speed (n) = the rate at which someone or something moves backpack (n) = rucksack
endurance (n) = the ability to keep doing something difficult, visor (n) = a movable part of a helmet that can be pulled down
not pleasant, or painful for a long time to cover the face
ass (n) = a donkey block out (v) = to stop something from reaching somewhere
adapted (adj) = if you are adapted to a new situation you have harsh (adj) = too strong, bright, loud, etc.
changed your ideas or behaviour in order to deal with this new lunar (adj) = of or relating to the moon
situation remain (v) = to stay at a specific place
tend to (v) = to be likely to behave in a particular way immensely (adv) = extremely
form (v) = to make something begin to exist powerful (adj) = having a lot of power
herd (n) = a large group of animals of the same type that live exploration (n) = the activity of searching and finding out about
together something
underlie (v) = to be a hidden cause of or strong influence on manned (adj) = having a human crew
something mission (n) = an important assignment given to a person or
bond (v) = to create a close connection group of people
obey (v) = to do what a law or a person says that you must do data (n) = facts and statistics collected together for analysis or
trainer (n) = a person who trains people or animals reference
breed (v) = to keep animals for the purpose of producing young sample (n) = a small part or quantity intended to show what the
animals in a controlled way whole is like
display (v) = to arrange something or a collection of things so quality (n) = how good or bad something is
that it can be seen by the public highlands (n) = an area of high or mountainous land
remarkable (adj) = worthy of attention quantity (n) = the amount or number of something, especially
variation (n) = a change or a very small difference in condition, that can be measured
amount, or level, typically within certain limits arise (n) = to begin to exist
coat (n) = the fair or the hair on an animals skin location (n) = a particular place or position
measure (v) = to find the size, weight, amount, or speed of equator (n) = an imaginary line drawn around the middle of the
something earth with an equal distance from the North Pole and the South
equal (v) = to be the same in quantity, size, degree, or value Pole
weigh (v) = to find out how heavy (someone or something) is, proceed (v) = to begin a course of action
typically using scales collect (v) = to get and keep things of one type such as stamps,
distant (adj) = far away in space or time cards, coins etc.
efficient (adj) = working well and not wasting time or energy rock (n) = the dry solid part of the earth's surface, or any large
associate (v) = to relate two things or people in your mind piece of this that sticks up out of the ground or the sea
current (adj) = of the present time
numerous (adj) = many
5
oppose (v) = to disagree with and try to prevent Test 4
expenditure (n) = the action of spending funds
READING AND USE - PART 7 radical (adj) = new and very different from the usual way
try (n) = a try is an act of touching the ball down behind the dress (n) = clothing for men or women
opposing goal line, scoring points and entitling the scoring side rebellious (adj) = showing a desire to resist authority or conven-
to a kick at goal tion
in part (adv) = to some extent, not entirely element (n) = a very important or characteristic part of
represent (v) = to speak, act, or be present officially for another something
person or people aggressive (adj) = ready or likely to attack
rarely (adv) = not often brand (n) = a type of product made by a particular company and
pitch (n) = an area of ground marked out or used for play in an has a particular name
outdoor team game soften (v) = to become softer
sporty (adj) = a sporty person enjoys sport and is good at it spiked (adj) = with a sharp point at one end
ice rink (n) = an enclosed area of ice for skating or ice hockey icon (n) = a person or thing that is famous because it represents
turning point (n) = a time at which a decisive change in a an idea or way of life
situation occurs, especially one with beneficial results movement (n) = a group of people with similar ideas who are
be short of (exp) = not having enough of something working together to advance these ideas
trial (n) = a test, usually over a limited period of time, to make fun of (v) = to make a joke about someone or something
discover how effective or suitable something or someone is in a way that is not kind
give it a try (exp) = to try something that is different established (adj) = having existed for a long time; recognized and
somersault (n) = an acrobatic movement in which a person turns generally accepted
head over heels in the air or on the ground and lands or finishes layer (n) = something that covers a surface
on their feet
top league (n) = the league above all the others READING AND USE - PART 2
substitute (v) = to replace someone or something with another bridegroom (n) = a man on his wedding day or just before and
subs = substitutes (n) = a substitute is a sports player nominated after the event
as eligible to replace another after a match has begun ceremony (n) = a formal religious or public occasion, especially
bench (n) = a seat at the side of a sports field for coaches, one celebrating a particular event or anniversary
substitutes, and players who are not taking part in a game practice (n) = the way of doing something
splendid (adj) = very impressive
LISTENING - PART 1 hand (v) = to pick something up and give it to someone
old fashioned (adj) = not modern garland (n) = a round thing of flowers and leaves, worn on the
false impression (n) = the wrong idea head
captivity (n) = the condition of being kept somewhere and not parasol (n) = a parasol is a light umbrella used to give shade
allowed to leave from the sun
domestic (adj) = an animal that is not wild and it is kept by veil (n) = a piece of fine material which is worn by women to
humans protect or conceal the face
cancel (v) = to decide that an organized event or appointment esteem (n) = respect for someone or a good opinion of someone
will not happen respect (n) = admiration felt or shown for someone or
safety (n) = a state in which or a place where you are safe and something that you believe has good qualities and good ideas
not in danger
LISTENING - PART 2 pond (n) = an area of water smaller than a lake, which is often
trainee (n) = a person who is learning and practising the skills for artificially made
a particular job or profession snorkelling (n) = the activity of swimming while using a snorkel
playwright (n) = a person who writes plays scuba diving (n) = the sport of swimming underwater with
revise (v) = to look at or consider again an idea, piece of writing, special equipment that helps people breathe
etc. in order to correct or improve it require (v) = to need something or make something necessary
play (n) = a piece of writing that is intended to be acted in a specialised (adj) = made to be appropriate, suitable or right for
theatre something
repertoire (n) = a stock of plays, dances, or items that a scuba (n) = special breathing equipment used for swimming
company or a performer knows or is prepared to perform underwater
contemporary (adj) = living or occurring at the same time tank (n) = a large container
concerning (adj) = on the subject of or in connection with free dive (n) = going underwater without using scuba
satirical (adj) = critising people or ideas in a humorous way consist in (v) = to have as an important or essential feature
poet laureate (n) = in the UK, a poet given a special position by snorkel (n) = a tube that you hold in your mouth to help you
the king or queen, who is asked to write poems about important breathe if you are swimming with your face underwater
public occasions bend (v) = to shape or force something that is straight to
become a curve or angle
LISTENING - PART 4 force (v) = to make someone or something do something that
rely on (v) = depend on with full trust or confidence they dont want to do
superficial (adj) = not dealing with important things, having no descend (v) = to go down
depth equip (v) = to supply with the necessary items for a particular
aim at (v) = to produce something for a particular purpose purpose
weak performance = a performance that is not good enough
fate (n) = the final thing that happens to a person, usually READING AND USE - PART 5
something bad, which cannot be controlled by the person dishevelled (adj) = with untidy hair, clothes, or appearance
(be) wary (of) (adj) = feeling a little worried about the possible invariably (adv) = in every case or on every occasion
problems or dangers keep oneself to oneself (exp) = to avoid contact with other
people
anything concrete to go on (exp) = to have clear evidence
draw conclusions (exp) = to use information that is implied to
make meaning out of what is not clearly stated
foodstuffs (n) = food
contain (v) = to have something inside
6
folded (adj) = paper or cloth that is bent so that one part of it suffering (n) = physical or mental pain that a person or animal is
lies on the other part feeling
shadow (n) = an area of darkness, caused by light which is chaotic (adj) = a state of total confusion where there is no order
blocked by something happy-ever-after (exp) = a very happy ending
elongated (adj) = being longer and thinner than usual fairy-tale (n) = a traditional story for children that usually has
tile (n) = a flat square piece of clay or other material, used on imaginary creatures and magic
floors unlikely (adj) = not probable or likely to happen
nonetheless (adv) = despite what has just been said or done affect (v) = to have an effect on
tear (n) = a drop of salty liquid that flows from the eye when we
READING AND USE - PART 6 cry
dip (v) = to go down to a lower level fiction (n) = literature in the form of prose, especially novels,
twist (v) = to cause to rotate around a point that describes imaginary events and people
necessity (n) = (an action) needed in a situation miss out (v) = to fail to use an opportunity to enjoy or get the
order (n) = a group of people positive things from something
goblet (n) = a drinking glass which has a foot and a stem
worldwide (adv) = throughout the world LISTENING - PART 2
hype (n) = intensive publicity or promotion seal (n) = a large mammal that eats fish and lives partly in the
rosy (adj) = successful and happy sea and partly on land or ice
author (n) = a writer of a book, article, or document mammal (n) = a warm-blooded animal that drinks milk from its
officer (n) = a person in the army who has a position of mothers body when it is young
authority eared (adj) = with ears
empire (n) = a group of countries ruled by one person or flipper (n) = A broad flat limb without fingers, used for
government swimming by sea animals such as seals
reportedly (adv) = according to what some people say distinguish (v) = to notice or understand the difference between
scribble (v) = to write something carelessly or quickly two or more things
rambling (adj) = a rambling house has a lot of different parts and slide (v) = to cause to move easily and without interruption over
covers a large area a surface
two-storey (adj) = having two floors smooth (adj) = having a surface that is perfectly regular and
overgrown (adj) = grown too large or beyond its normal size has no holes or areas that rise or fall suddenly
assistant (n) = someone who helps someone else to do a job entirely (adv) = completely
handle (v) = to manage a situation or problem flexible (adj) = capable of bending easily without breaking
correspondence (n) = letters
tree-lined (adj) = having a row of trees on either side LISTENING - PART 3
evidence (n) = facts or information indicating whether a belief or mass tourism (n) = a form of tourism in which tens of thousands
proposition is true of people go to the same resort often at the same time of year
wealth (n) = a lot of valuable possessions or money detest (v) = to dislike something intensely
marvellous (adj) = extremely good; fantastic certain (adj) = specific
entertain (v) = to provide someone with amusement or aspect (n) = a particular part or feature of something
enjoyment
alike (adv) = in the same or a similar way LISTENING - PART 4
for years to come (exp) = for many years in the future curiosity (n) = an eager wish to know or learn about something
mutual (adj) = felt or done in the same way by each of two or choice (n) = an act of choosing between two or more
more people possibilities
fancy (adj) = very expensive and luxurious loneliness (n) = the feeling of sadness because you have no
drive (n) = the short road leading from a public road to a house friends or company
or other building absence (n) = the fact of not being where you are usually
be rumoured (exp) = some people say so and it is not certain expected to be
that it is true melt (v) = to make or become soft or liquid by heating
ice cap (n) = a thick layer of ice that permanently covers an area
READING AND USE - PART 7 of land
accurate (adj) = correct in all details gull (n) = a bird that lives near the coast with black and white
inaccurate (adj) = not correct or grey and white feathers
appeal to sb (v) = to attract somebody ignore (v) = to intentionally not listen or give attention to
unconvincing (adj) = if something is unconvincing, it does not rapidly (adv) = quickly and suddenly
sound or seem true unwell (adj) = ill
construct (v) = to build or make optimistic (adj) = hopeful, positive and confident about the
storyline (n) = the plot of a novel, play, film, etc. future
lack (v) = the state of not having enough of something uncertain (adj) = not able to be relied on
originality (n) = the ability to think independently and creatively pessimistic (adj) = tending to believe that the worst will happen;
syllabus (n) = the subjects in a course of study or teaching negative about the future
get into sth (v) = to become interested in something
moral (n) = relating to the principles of right and wrong
behaviour Test 5
inspirational (adj) = making you feel full of hope or encouraged
fade away (v) = to slowly disappear READING AND USE - PART 1
pointless (adj) = having little or no purpose found (v) = to bring something into existence
masterpiece (n) = an excellent piece of work originate (v) = to have a specified beginning
portray (v) = to represent or describe someone or something in initiate (v) = to cause something to begin
a book, play, film, etc. breed (v) = to keep animals for the purpose of producing young
miss (v) = to fail to notice, hear, or understand animals in a controlled way
obvious (adj) = easy to see, recognize, or understand leading (adj) = very important or most important
delightful (adj) = very pleasant, attractive, or enjoyable acre (n) = a unit of land area which is equal to 4,840 square
imagery (n) = the use of words and phrases in literature to yards
create an image of something reserve (n) = an area of land where wild animals or plants are
setting (n) = the place and time at which a novel, or film is officially protected
represented as happening prime (adj) = main or the most important
in one sitting (exp) = without stopping roam (v) = to move about with no particular purpose
7
landscape (n) = all the visible features of an area of land like feathers
generate (v) = to produce or create stately (adj) = having a style and appearance that causes a lot of
accessible (adj) = able to be reached admiration
available (n) = able to be used or obtained border (v) = to form a line around the edge of something
handy (adj) = if something is handy, it is convenient to handle or dirt trail (n) = a path where you can ride a bike
use bud (n) = the small round part of the flower that becomes a
drawback (n) = a disadvantage or the negative part of a situa- flower
tion chorus (n) = a large organized group of singers
reward (n) = a thing which is given in recognition of service or echo (v) = when a sound echoes, you hear it again and again
achievement because you are in a big and empty space
hitch (n) = a temporary difficulty or a problem that causes a chainsaw (n) = a mechanical power-driven cutting tool with
short delay teeth on a chain which moves around the edge of a blade
enclose (v) = to close off on all sides buzz (v) = to make a continuous and low sound
accommodate (v) = to give a place to someone to stay in enchanted (adj) = affected by magic
provide (v) = to give someone something that they need witch (n) = a woman thought to have evil magic powers, usually
supply (v) = to provide something that is needed, often in large presented as wearing a black cloak, a pointed hat, and flying on
amounts and often over a long period of time a broomstick
obtain (v) = to get something sceptical (adj) = not easily convinced; having doubts
acquire (v) = to get something tale (n) = a fictitious or true narrative or story
outdoor (adj) = done, situated, or used out of doors, not indoors steeply (adv) = going up or down sharply
external (adj) = of, on, for, or coming from the outside reluctantly (adv) = in an unwilling way; without really wanting to
outgoing (adj) = friendly and energetic and finding it easy and do something
enjoyable to be with others daring (n) = adventurous courage
unreasonable (adj) = not guided by or based on good sense; not cautious (adj) = careful to avoid potential dangers
fair or right thinking elf (n) = a supernatural creature of folk tales, which is
represented as a small, delicate figure in human form with
READING AND USE - PART 2 pointed ears, and magical powers
abroad (n) = in or to a foreign country costume (n) = a set of clothes worn in order to look like
challenge (n) = something that needs great mental or physical someone else, especially for a party, or in a film or play
effort in order to be done successfully, and for this reason it insist (v) = demand something forcefully and not accepting
tests a person's ability refusal
working knowledge (phr) = sufficient knowledge to work with at see if I care! (exp) = expression meaning that you dont care
a basic level about something that could be a problem or a difficult situation
ideally (adv) = in an ideal world dimension (n) = a part or way of considering something
groundwork (n) = basic work ghost (n) = a dead person which is believed to appear to the
get by (v) = to be able to live or deal with a situation with living
difficulty, usually by having just enough of something wizard (n) = a man who has magical powers
involvement (n) = the fact or condition of being involved with
something READING AND USE - PART 6
depend (v) = to be controlled or affected by roll (v) = to travel or move in a particular direction
adult (n) = a person who is fully grown disperse (v) = to spread over a wide area
self-conscious (adj) = nervous or uncomfortable because you drift (v) = to move slowly, especially as a result of outside
are worried about what people think about you forces, with no control over direction
interact (v) = to act in such a way as to have an effect on each the outback (n) = the areas of Australia that are far away from
other cities and towns; people dont usually live there
stretch (v) = to cause something to reach as far as possible, in a
READING AND USE - PART 3 particular direction
influence (v) = to affect something consist (v) = to be made up of
source (n) = a place, person, or thing from which something brightly (adv) = in a way that it is strong and easy to see
originates or can be obtained keep away (v) = to stay away (or make someone stay away)
attain (v) = to reach or succeed in getting something route (n) = a way or course taken when you get from a starting
Middle Ages (n) = the period of European history from about point to a destination
1000 to 1453 take in (v) = to absorb information
royalty (n) = the family of a king and queen wonder (n) = something that causes admiration because it is so
pope (n) = the Bishop of Rome as head of the Roman Catholic beautiful and unusual
Church endure (v) = to suffer something painful or difficult patiently
means (n) = a way or method for doing or achieving something cramped (adj) = not having enough space
elegance (n) = being graceful, smart and stylish in appearance siding (n) = a short railway track connected to a main track,
dress (n) = clothes in a particular way or of a particular type where carriages are kept when they are not being used
manners (n) = social behaviour freight train (n) = a train for carrying goods rather than people
clunk (v) = to make a noise that sounds like clunk
READING AND USE - PART 5 excursion (n) = a short journey that you take for pleasure
slow down (v) = not to go fast gold rush (n) = a rapid movement of people to a newly
beg (v) = to ask for something in a way that shows that you want discovered goldfield
it very much floodlight (n) = a large, powerful light, usually one that is used at
handlebar (n) = the steering bar of a bicycle or a motorbike with a sports ground, a stage, or the exterior of a building
a handgrip at each end lump (n) = a bit of something solid, especially one without a
loaf (n) = a quantity of bread that is baked in one piece regular shape
steering column (n) = the part that connects the steering wheel groan (v) = make a deep sound which shows pain, despair,
of a vehicle to the rest of the steering mechanism pleasure, etc.
sensitive (adj) = showing that you care about someone or blind (n) = a cover for a window made of a single piece or strips
something and you dont want to offend them of cloth, plastic, etc. that is pulled up or down by a string
deserve (v) = to have earned or to be given something because pull aside (v) = to open the blind so that you can see outside
of the way you have behaved peer (v) = to look with difficulty or concentration at someone or
shaded (adj) = protected from sunlight something
fern (n) = a green plant with long stems, no flowers and leaves make out (v) = to be able to see or understand something
8
mist (n) = a cloud of very small drops of water in the
atmosphere that make it difficult to see objects that are not LISTENING - PART 3
near bonus (n) = a sum of money added to somebodys wages as a
emu (n) = a large Australian bird with a long neck and grey or reward for good performance; a very positive extra thing
brown feathers. Emus cannot fly but have long legs and can run switch (v) = an act of changing one thing in place of another
quickly
stretch (n) = a continuous area or expanse of land or water LISTENING - PART 4
limestone (n) = a hard sedimentary rock which is used as encourage (v) = to give support or confidence to someone
building material and in the making of cement bother (v) = take the trouble to do something
plateau (n) = an area of fairly level high ground supportive (adj) = providing encouragement or help
region (n) = a particular area in a country or the world; it has permission (n) = the action of officially allowing someone to do
definable characteristics but not always fixed boundaries a particular thing
intentionally (adv) = on purpose
rise (v) = to appear above the horizon
spot (v) = to see or notice somebody or something Test 6
hop (v) = to move by jumping on one foot
remote (adj) = far from the main centres of population READING AND USE - PART 1
settlement (n) = a place where people go to live, after arriving prominent (adj) = very well-known and important
from somewhere else import (v) = to bring goods or services into a country from
contain (v) = to have something within abroad for sale
scraggy (adj) = not growing well fabled (adj) = famous, especially by reputation
nervously (adv) = in an anxious manner legendary (adj) = described in or based on legends
Medieval (adj) = related to the Middle Ages (= the period in
READING AND USE - PART 7 European history from about AD 600 to AD 1500)
dress code (n) = a set of rules, usually written about the rule (v) = to control or be in charge of a country
manner of dress at a school, office, club, restaurant, etc. invader (n) = a country that uses force to enter and take control
limited (adj) = restricted in size, amount, or extent of another country
attitude (n) = a settled way of thinking or behaving towards departure (n) = the action of leaving a place
something be debated (exp) = not proven and requiring further discussion
genuine (adj) = authentic fierce (adj) = powerful
the Dark Ages (n) = the period in European history from the end shadowy (adj) = of uncertain identity or nature
of the Roman Empire in AD 476 to about AD 1000 cleric (n) = a priest or religious leader, especially a Christian or
genuine (adj) = authentic Muslim
overall (adv) = in general; taken as a whole single-handed (adj) = done without help from anyone else
equipment (n) = the necessary items for a particular purpose academic (n) = an academic is a person who teaches at a college
up-to-date (adj) = with the latest developments and trends; or university
modern folklore (n) = the traditional stories and culture of a group of
interactive (adj) = designed to involve the user in the exchange people
of information defend (v) = to protect someone or something against attack or
lab (n) = a laboratory criticism
sack (v) = to tell somebody that you dont want him/her to work prevent (v) = to stop something from happening or to stop
for you anymore; to fire somebody someone from doing something
improve (v) = to make or become better reliable (adj) = someone or something that can be trusted
knock down (v) = to demolish a building because they behave well in the way you expect
freezing (adj) = extremely cold dependent (adj) = needing the support of something or
central heating (n) = a system for warming a building by heating someone in order to continue existing or operating
water or air in one place and circulating it through pipes and trusted (adj) = able to be depended on
radiators necessity (n) = the need for something
netball (n) = a seven-a-side game in which goals are scored by unreal (adj) = not real
throwing a ball so that it falls through a netted hoop; whereas in fake (adj) = (of an object) made to look real in order to deceive
basketball, a player receiving the ball must stand still until they people
have passed it to another player fictional (adj) = the type of book or story that is written about
imaginary characters and events and it is not based on real
LISTENING - PART 1 people and facts
unfair (adj) = not treating people in an equal way; not fair false (adj) = incorrect
discontinue (v) = to stop doing or providing something
amusement (n) = the feeling of being entertained or being made
to laugh READING AND USE - PART 2
anxiety (n) = a feeling of nervousness or worry about something in terms of (exp) = with regard to; about
that is happening or might happen in the future anticipate (v) = to predict
instruction (n) = the teaching of a particular skill or subject manageable (adj) = able to be controlled or dealt with without
much difficulty
LISTENING - PART 2 clear (adj) = easy to understand; obvious, leaving no doubt
ancestor (n) = a person in your family who lived a very long time acknowledge (v) = to accept and recognize something
ago belong (v) = to feel happy and comfortable in a place or
in the wild (adv) = in natural conditions, e.g. in the jungle, not in situation
zoos acquaintance (n) = somebody that you have met but you dont
physically (adv) = relating to the body know well
subspecies (n) = a particular type within a species, the members
of which are different in some ways from those of other types of READING AND USE - PART 3
these species wax (n) = a solid substance that becomes soft and melts when
stripe (n) = a long, narrow line which is different in colour or warm; often used to make candles
texture from the surface on either side of it fatty (adj) = containing a lot of fat
vertically (adv) = standing straight up or at an angle of 90 to a beeswax (n) = the substance containing a lot of fat that bees
horizontal surface or line produce; it is used for making candles and polish for wood
vision (n) = the state of being able to see acid (n) = a liquid substance that can react with and sometimes
superior (adj) = higher in status, rank or quality dissolve other materials
9
dip (v) = to put something into a liquid for a short time READING AND USE - PART 7
remove (v) = to take something away from somewhere fault (n) = a weakness in a persons character
cool (v) = to become less hot crack jokes (exp) = to tell a joke
solidify (v) = to become hard or solid take sbs side (exp) = to support someone in an argument
attain (v) = to succeed in achieving something treat (v) = to behave towards someone in a particular way
matter (n) = substance yet (adv) = in spite of that
get away with murder (exp) = succeed in doing whatever one
READING AND USE - PART 5 chooses without being punished or suffering any disadvantage
dairy (adj) = related to the production of milk take it in turns to do (exp) = to do the same thing one after the
unavailable (adj) = not able to work, or do something other
needless to say (exp) = as you would expect
beat (v) = to defeat or do better than LISTENING - PART 1
rival (n) = a person, group, etc. competing with others for the emotion (n) = a strong feeling such as love or anger
same thing childish (adj) = not mature; to behave in a way that would be
rivalry (n) = a situation in which people, companies, etc. com- expected from a child
pete with each other for the same thing
astonish (v) = to surprise or impress (someone) greatly LISTENING - PART 2
draw (n) = an even score at the conclusion of a game or match hawk (n) = a large bird that catches small birds and animals for
ridiculously (adv) = deserving to be laughed at food
worthy (adj) = having or showing the qualities that deserve the bird of prey (n) = a bird, such as an eagle or a hawk, that kills
specified action and eats small birds and animals
whistle (n) = a high-pitched sound made by forcing breath prairie (n) = a large open area of grassland
through a small hole between partly closed lips wheat (n) = a plant whose yellowish-brown grain is used for
overnight (adv) = very quickly making flour, or the grain itself
rough-legged (adj) = having feathered legs
howl (v) = to make a loud sound wingspan (n) = the maximum extent across the wings of a bird
tread (v) = to put your foot on something or to press something measured from tip to tip
down with your foot talon (n) = a claw, especially one belonging to a bird of prey
muddy (adj) = covered in mud widespread (adj) = existing or happening in many places and/or
mark (n) = grade among many people
make out (v) = to try to give the impression
irritating (adj) = making you feel annoyed LISTENING - PART 4
disapprove (v) = to have an unfavourable opinion
READING AND USE - PART 6 interpret (v) = to explain the meaning of something
complex (adj) = complicated revise (v) = to study again something that you have already
at stake (exp) = in question learnt in order to prepare for an examination or to improve your
daunting (adj) = making you feel a little frightened or worried knowledge
about your ability to achieve something
countless (adj) = very many, or too many to be counted
degree (n) = a course of study at a college or university, or the Test 7
qualification given to a student after completing their studies
highlands (n) = a mountainous part of Scotland READING AND USE - PART 1
accountancy (n) = the theory or practice of keeping financial wealth (n) = a large amount of something good
accounts such as the records of all the money people or entertainment (n) = the action of providing amusement or
companies earn and spend enjoyment
criminal justice (n) = criminal justice is the system in a society by industry (n) = the people and the activities involved in one type
which people who are accused of crimes are judged in court of business
cater for (v) = to provide what is wanted or needed by someone antagonise (v) = to make someone dislike you or feel opposed to
or something you
treadmill (n) = an exercise machine at the gym that has a moving compete (v) = to try to be more successful than someone or
strip or two step-like parts on which you walk without moving something else
forward struggle (v) = to try very hard to do something difficult
narrow (v) = to become less substitute (n) = a thing or person that is used instead of
housing (n) = buildings for people to live in another thing or person
limitation (n) = if something has limitations, it is not as good as it choice (n) = an act of choosing between two or more
could be possibilities
dresser (n) = a piece of bedroom furniture with drawers, some- option (n) = a thing that is or may be chosen
times with a mirror on top alternative (n) = available as another possibility or choice
tuition (n) = teaching, especially when given to a small group or delay (v) = to make something happen at a later time than
one person, such as in a college or university originally planned or expected
tuition (fees) (n) = the money paid for this type of teaching fill out (v) = if someone who is thin fills out, they become
room and board (exp) = the meals and room that are provided heavier and more rounded because they have grown older
when someone pays to stay somewhere, e.g. when working or take up (v) = to occupy time or space; to use
studying away from home grab (v) = to take hold of something or someone suddenly and
kayaking (n) = travel in or use a kayak usually roughly
aid (n) = help or support raise (v) = to lift something to a higher position
scholarship (n) = a grant or payment made to support a stu- acquire (v) = to get something
dents education; it is awarded on the basis of academic or other rise (v) = to move upwards
achievement
era (n) = a long and distinct period of history READING AND USE - PART 2
mansion (n) = a large and impressive house hump (n) = a round raised part on a person's or animal's back
restored (adj) = repair or renovate (a building, work of art, etc.) store (v) = to put things in a place until they are needed
so as to return it to its original condition flesh (n) = the soft part of the body of a person or animal that is
loch (n) = a lake between the skin and the bones; the soft inside part of a fruit or
backdrop (n) = the view behind something vegetable
fat (n) = the substance under the skin of people or animals that
10
stores energy and keeps them warm of anxiety, excitement or illness
nutrition (n) = the substances that you take into your body as mixed feelings (exp) = if you have mixed feelings about
food and how these influence your health something, you feel both pleased and not pleased about it at
in short supply (exp) = if something is in short supply, there is lit- the same time
tle of it available get rid of (v) = to throw away something unwanted
desert (n) = an area, often covered with sand or rocks, where cant do without (exp) = to find it difficult to be without
there is very little rain and not many plants somebody
partly (adv) = to some extent cheat (v) = to behave in a dishonest way in order to get what
due to (exp) = caused by you want
ability (n) = having a skill to do something tape measure (n) = a strip of plastic or metal which is used for
bite off (v) = to use the teeth to cut into measuring that can be rolled up when not being used
thorny (adj) = having many thorns or thorn bushes pretend (v) = to behave so as to make it appear that something
plant (n) = a living thing that grows in earth or in water usually; is the case when in fact it is not
it has a stem, leaves, roots, and flowers, and produces seeds play out (v) = when a situation plays out, it happens and
height (n) = the distance from the top to the bottom of some- develops
thing fantasy (n) = the act of imagining impossible or improbable
shoulder (n) = one of the two parts of the body at each side of things
the neck that join the arms to the rest of the body
slightly (adv) = to a small degree; a little READING AND USE - PART 6
torso (n) = the body without head, legs or arms raid (v) = a short sudden attack, usually by a small group of
domesticate (v) = to bring animals under control in order to people
provide food or company chase away (v) = to run after an animal or a person in a
ancient (adj) = belonging to the very distant past and no longer threatening way in order to make them leave a place
in existence conservation (n) = the protection of plants and animals
wrap (v) = to cover or surround something with paper, cloth, or
READING AND USE - PART 3 other material
as opposed to (exp) = in contrast with trunk (n) = the nose of an elephant
betray (v) = to show something or give a sign of something appeal for (v) = to ask for
without intending to affection (n) = a feeling of liking for a person or place
gesture (n) = a movement of the hands, arms, or head, etc. to construct (v) = to build or make
express an idea or feeling feeding device (n) = an object that makes feeding easier
specific (adj) = relating to one thing and not others consist of (v) = to be made up of
accompany (v) = to appear or be with something else, as an tube (n) = a long cylinder especially used for moving or
addition or explanation containing liquids or gases
cross-cultural (adj) = involving two or more different cultures recipe (n) = a set of instructions telling you how to prepare and
and their ideas and customs cook food, including a list of what ingredients are needed for
considerable (adj) = very large or of noticeable importance this
norm (n) = a type of behaviour that is considered to be typical milk powder (n) = milk dehydrated by evaporation
release (v) = to give freedom to someone or something
READING AND USE - PART 5 confirm (v) = to establish the truth or correctness of something
count down (v) = to count backwards to zero calf (n) = a baby elephant or other large mammal
move out (v) = to move to another house without your parents bring up (v) = to look after a child until he or she becomes an
stuff (v) = to push something into a small space, often quickly or adult
in a careless way demonstrate (v) = to show something and explain how it works
take up (v) = to fill a particular amount of space spirit (n) = enthusiasm, energy or courage
tempt (v) = to make you want to do or to have something, physically (adv) = in a manner relating to the body
especially something that is not good for you weak (adj) = having little physical strength or energy
sandman (n) = a fictional man supposed to make children sleep staff (n) = all the people employed by a particular organization
by sprinkling sand in their eyes progress (n) = improvement of skills or knowledge
kidnap (v) = to take someone away by force and hold them determine (v) = to cause (something) to happen in a particular
captive, in order to demand money in exchange for releasing way or to have a particular nature
them schedule (n) = a timetable
covers (n) = the blankets, sheets, etc. on a bed sunrise (n) = the time in the morning when the sun appears
adopt (v) = to legally take another person's child into your own camp (n) = a place where people stay in tents
family and take care of him or her as your own child curious (adj) = eager to know or learn something
striking (adj) = attracting your interest or attention because of storm (n) = an extreme weather condition with very strong
some unusual feature winds, heavy rain, and often thunder and lightning
out of the question (exp) = too impracticable to deserve puddle (n) = a small pool of liquid on the ground, especially
discussion from rain
slice (n) = a part or share of something calm (adj) = not showing or feeling nervousness, anger, or other
assume (v) = to suppose to be the case, without having proof strong emotions
right (n) = a moral or legal entitlement to have or do something newborn (adj) = recently or just born
most likely (exp) = if something is likely, it will probably happen settle into (v) = to begin to feel comfortable or established in a
or it is expected to happen new situation
torture (v) = to cause great physical or mental pain to someone community (n) = a group of people living in the same place or
innocent (adj) = not guilty having a particular characteristic in common
try sth on (v) = to put on a piece of clothing to discover if it fits justified (adj) = if you are justified in doing something, you have
you or if you like it a good reason for doing it and it is right that you should do it
floral (adj) = with flowers expend (v) = to use time, energy, etc. doing something
patch (n) = a piece of cloth or other material used to mend effort (n) = physical or mental activity needed to achieve
clothes something
slip into (v) = to quickly put on a piece of clothing gather (v) = to group together
tingle (v) = to to have a feeling as if a lot of sharp points are overhead (adv) = above your head
being put quickly and lightly into your body fiercely (adv) = in a violent or aggressive manner
spine (n) = the line of bones down the centre of the back that torrential (adj) = falling rapidly and in very large quantities
provides support for the body lash (v) = to strike or beat with a whip or a stick
tremble (v) = to shake without wanting it, typically as a result abandon (v) = to stop believing or supporting an idea
11
recover (v) = to become completely well again after an illness or LISTENING - PART 4
injury builder (n) = a person who makes or repairs buildings as a job
regularly (adv) = frequently
READING AND USE - PART 7 statement (n) = something that you say or write that gives infor-
individual (adj) = relating to one particular person mation in a formal way
attention (n) = the act of listening to somebody carefully material (n) = the matter from which a thing can be made
savings (n) = money that you have saved in a bank so that you
consequence (n) = a result of a particular action or situation, can use it later
often one that is bad or not convenient advance (n) = to pay someone some money before the regular
be apart (v) = no longer living or being together time
achievement (n) = a thing done successfully with effort insist on (v) = to say that something must be done
independent (adj) = not influenced or controlled in any way by contract (n) = a legal document that states and explains a
other people or things formal agreement between two different people or groups, or
constantly (adv) = continuously over a period of time the agreement itself
comparison (n) = the act of comparing two or more things or alterations (n) = a slight change, in the appearance or structure
people of something
identical twins (exp) = either of a pair of twins who look almost honour (v) = to keep (an agreement)
exactly the same properly (adv) = correctly or satisfactorily
react (v) = respond in a particular way assist (v) = to help someone
to some extent (exp) = the particular degree to which something
is believed to be the case
theres no turning back (exp) = after you do something there is Test 8
no way you can undone it
spotlight (n) = if something spotlights a particular situation, it READING AND USE - PART 1
directs public attention to it global warming (n) = a gradual increase in the overall
look alike (v) = two people that look very similar with each other temperature of the earths atmosphere which is caused by
bond (n) = a close connection joining two or more people pollution
get along (v) = if two or more people get along, they like each occurrence (n) = an incident or event
other and are friendly to each other false alarm (n) = a warning given about something that fails to
remain (v) = to stay in the same place or in the same condition happen
potential (adj) = having the capacity to develop into something
LISTENING - PART 1 in the future; possible
shame (n) = a painful feeling of humiliation or distress caused by global (adj) = relating to the whole world
your wrong behaviour adapt (v) = to change something to suit different conditions or
boredom (n) = the state of feeling bored uses
modesty (n) = the quality of not talking about or not trying to opponent (n) = a person who someone is competing against in a
make people notice your abilities or your achievements sports event
donation (n) = money or goods that are given to help a person sunspot (n) = a dark spot on the surface of the sun that appears
or organization, or the act of giving these to them for a few days or weeks and then disappears
charity (n) = an organization set up to provide help and raise partially (adv) = only in part
money for those who need it impact (n) = a marked effect or influence
settle down (v) = to have a more steady or secure style of life, implausible (adj) = not seeming reasonable or probable
especially in a permanent job and home purely (adv) = exclusively
draw (n) = an even score at the conclusion of a game or match trend (n) = a fashion
beat (v) = win against a challenge or rival mode (n) = an option allowing a change in the method of
emergency (n) = a serious or dangerous situation that needs something
immediate attention sign (n) = sign
ward (n) = one of the parts or large rooms into a hospital, constantly (adv) = continuously over a period of time
usually with beds for patients dependable (adj) = trustworthy and reliable
food poisoning (n) = an illness usually caused by eating food that responsible (adj) = be the cause of something
contains dangerous bacteria blame (v) = to say that someone or something has done
feature (v) = to include someone or something as an important something bad
part
prediction (n) = to say that an event or action will happen in the READING AND USE - PART 2
future cope (v) = to deal effectively with something difficult
come true (exp) = to actually happen skill (n) = the ability to do an activity or job well, usually because
set up (v) = to start something such as a business, organization, you have done it many times
or institution homesickness (n) = being unhappy because of being away from
woodwork (n) = the activity or skill of making things from wood home for a long time
drama (n) = the activity of acting force (v) = to make someone do something against their will
challenge (v) = to test a persons ability or determination
LISTENING - PART 2 fear (n) = an unpleasant emotion you have when you are fright-
common (adj) = ordinary, not special ened or worried
flying saucer (n) = a disc-shaped flying craft which is supposed to go through (v) = to have a difficult or bad situation
be piloted by aliens face (v) =to accept that something unpleasant is true and start
sighting (n) = an instance of seeing or catching sight of some- dealing with the situation
thing, typically something unusual severely (adv) = to an undesirably great degree; very seriously
air force (n) = the part of a country's military forces that uses
aircraft and fights in the air READING AND USE - PART 3
extra-terrestrial (adj) = of or from outside the earth or its (as) dead as a dodo (exp) = no longer effective, interesting or
atmosphere valid
encounter (n) = an unexpected or casual meeting with someone hooked (adj) = curved like a hook
or something bill (n) = a birds beak
lay (v) = (of a bird) to produce an egg
LISTENING - PART 3 coloniser (n) = a person who is sent to another country to
homeless (adj) = without a home establish control over it
12
species (n) = a group of plants or animals that are the same in of time or a person with whom one travels
some way leak (n) = a hole or crack that a liquid or gas comes out
attribute (v) = a quality or characteristic that someone or careless (n) = not being careful enough
something has route (n) = a way or course taken in getting from a starting point
settler (n) = a person who settles in an area, usually one with to a destination
no or few previous inhabitants perform (v) = to complete an action or activity, especially a
domestic (adj) = a domestic animal is one that is kept as a pet or complicated one
on a farm ritual (n) = a ceremony that consists of set of fixed actions
hog (n) = a domesticated pig
escape (v) = break free from confinement or control READING AND USE - PART 6
woods (n) = an area of land, smaller than a forest, that is breed (v) = to keep animals for the purpose of producing young
covered with growing trees animals in a controlled way
multiply (v) = to increase in number by producing new animals tundra (n) = a vast, flat, treeless Arctic region of Europe, Asia,
be derived from (v) = to come from something and North America in which the subsoil is always frozen
simple-minded (adj) = without the ability to use reason; showing scarce (adj) = occurring in small numbers or quantities
very little intelligence pad (n) = a thick piece of a soft material, usually used to protect
adjust (v) = to change something slightly, especially to make it something
more correct, effective, or suitable swoop (v) = to move rapidly downwards through the air
inactive (adj) = doing nothing prey (n) = an animal that is hunted and killed by another for
food
READING AND USE - PART 5 calculate (v) = determine the amount or number of something
directly (adv) = immediately mathematically
overhead (adv) = above the level of the head exact (adj) = accurate or correct in all details
glare (v) = to shine with a strong or dazzling light lemming (n) = a small, short-tailed, thickset rodent, found in the
reflect (v) = if a surface reflects something, you can see the Arctic tundra
image of that thing on the surface hare (n) = a fast-running, long-eared mammal that resembles a
intensity (n) = the measurable amount of a property, such as large rabbit, having very long hind legs and usually found in
force, brightness, or a magnetic field open woodland or in grassland
outcropping (n) = a large rock or group of rocks that sticks out of vole (n) = a small, typically burrowing, mouse-like rodent
the ground shrew (n) = a small mouse-like animal with a long pointed nose
sparse (n) = small in numbers or amount, spread over a large and tiny eyes
area waterfowl (n) = a duck, a goose, or other large aquatic bird,
vegetation (n) = plants and trees especially one that is shot for food or sport
hesitate (v) = to pause before you do or say something often swan (n) = a large water bird with a long flexible neck and short
because you are nervous or uncertain legs that lives on rivers or lakes
press on (v) = to continue traveling or doing something tear (v) = pull something apart or to pieces with force
steep (adj) = a steep rise or fall is one that goes very quickly break down (v) = to digest
from low to high or from high to low feather (v) = one of the many soft, light things that cover a bird's
ridge (n) = a long, narrow raised part of a surface, especially a body
high edge along a mountain spit (v) = to force out the contents of the mouth, especially
downhill (n) = towards the bottom of a hill saliva
destination (n) = the place where someone is going pellet (n) = a small, rounded, compressed mass of a substance
dominate (v) = to be the largest part of something owlet (n) = a small owl found chiefly in Asia and Africa
horizon (n) = the line at the farthest place that you can see, feed (v) = to give food to
where the sky seems to touch the land or the sea remind (v) = to cause someone to remember something
poke (v) = to cause something to appear from something else increase (v) = become or make greater in size, amount, or
enormous (adj) = extremely large degree
thorn (n) = a small, sharp pointed growth on the stem of a plant daylight (n) = the natural light of the day
this far (exp) = up to this point head for (v) = to be moving towards something
leg (of a journey) (n) = a section or stage of a journey or process alternative (adj) = of one or more things available as another
insistent (adj) = continuing in a prolonged and demanding way choice or possibility
ring (v) = to sound source (n) = a place, person, or thing from which something
Scots (adj) = another term for Scottish originates or can be obtained
supervise (v) = to observe and direct the execution of a task digest (v) = break down food into substances that can be
brew (v) = to make a drink of tea or coffee absorbed and used by the body
billycan (n) = a tin or enamel cooking pot with a lid and a wire acid (n) = a liquid substance that can react with and sometimes
handle, for use when you go camping dissolve other materials
liquid (n) = a substance (like water) that is not solid or gas
pour (v) = cause (a liquid) to flow from a container in a steady READING AND USE - PART 7
stream overcome (v) = to succeed in dealing with a problem or difficulty
tin (n) = a closed metal container in which food is sold objection (n) = a reason for disagreeing
mug (n) = a large cup inconvenient (adj) = causing difficulties, or discomfort
presume (v) = to believe something to be true because it is very calm sb down (v) = to stop feeling upset, angry, or excited
likely, although you are not certain fussy (adj) = not easily satisfied, or having very high standards
middle-aged (adj) = the period of your life, when you are no about certain things
longer young, but are not yet old, usually about 45 to 60 years creature (n) = anything that lives except plants
old numerous (adj) = many
wide-brimmed (adj) = (of a hat) designed to shade your eyes stray (n) = a pet that no longer has a home
pack (n) = a rucksack stranger (adj) = somebody that you dont know
scramble to ones feet (exp) = to move quickly and clumsily from depressed (adj) = a person in a state of unhappiness
or into a particular place puppy (n) = a young dog
expedition (n) = a journey undertaken by a group of people with onto my lap (exp) = onto the flat area between the waist and
a particular purpose, especially that of exploration or research knees of a seated person
cup (v) = to form your hands into a curved shape keep ones fingers crossed (exp) = to put one finger across
in one go (exp) = used when we refer to a single action another as a sign of hoping for good luck
companion (n) = a person or animal with whom one spends a lot persuade (v) = to make someone agree to do something by
13
talking to them a lot about it variety of subjects
long-awaited (adj) = having been expected for a long time multi-gifted (adj) = having special abilities in many subjects or
fluffy (adj) = very soft and like wool or fur activities
live up to (v) = to be as good as something take ones mind off sth (exp) = to stop thinking about something
dearly (adv) = very much turn out (v) = to happen in a particular way or to have a
interact (v) = to communicate with or react to particular result, especially an unexpected one
fence (n) = a structure that divides two areas of land, similar to a anticipate (v) = to imagine or expect that something will happen
wall but made of wood or wire
tiny (adj) = extremely small
demand (v) = to ask for something forcefully, in a way that
shows that you do not expect to be refused
obviously (adv) = in a way that is easy to understand or see
annoy (v) = to make someone angry
LISTENING - PART 1
ski jumping (n) = the sport or activity of skiing down and
jumping off a large and steep platform
parachute (n) = a large piece of cloth that is attached to a
persons body with strings and helps him/her to drop safely from
a plane
bungee jumping (n) = the sport of jumping off a very high bridge
or similar structure, with a long elastic rope tied to your legs, so
that the rope pulls you back before you hit the ground
coach (n) = someone whose job is to teach people to improve at
a sport, a skill, or a school subject
fellow player (n) = another player (of the same sport)
acupuncturist (n) = a person who practises a type of medicine in
which fine needles are inserted in the skin at specific points
along what are considered to be lines of energy
leather (n) = a material made from the skin of an animal
fur (n) = a coat, cape, or similar garment made of fur (= the thick
hair that covers the body of an animal)
surgery (n) = a place where a doctor, dentist, or other medical
practitioner treats or advises patients
ignore (n) = to not give attention to someone or something
ungrateful (adj) = not feeling or showing gratitude
LISTENING - PART 2
carbon dioxide (n) = the gas formed when carbon is burned, or
when people or animals breathe out; the symbol is CO2
release (n) = to give freedom to someone or something
breathe out (v) =to take air out of your lungs
protein (n) = one of the many substances found in food such as
meat, cheese, fish, or eggs, which is necessary for the body to
grow and be strong
metabolism (n) = all the chemical processes in our body,
especially those that cause food to be used for energy and
growth
immune system (n) = the organs and processes of the body that
provide resistance to infection
maintain (v) = to keep something at the same level or rate
stable (adj) = not likely to change
temperature (n) = the measured amount of heat in a place or in
the body
vessel (n) = a tube that carries liquids such as blood through the
body
flow (v) = to move in one direction, especially continuously and
easily
pale (adj) = used to describe a person's face or skin if it has less
colour than usual, for example when the person is ill
LISTENING - PART 3
local (n) = someone who lives in a particular area
harm (n) = damage
LISTENING - PART 4
gifted (adj) = having special ability in a particular subject or
activity
enrol (n) = to put someone onto the official list of members of a
course, college, or group
demanding (adj) = needing a lot of effort
suited (adj) = right for someone or something
pitch (v) = to set something at a particular level
boarding school (n) = a school where students live and study
make sure (v) = to ensure, to confirm
all-round (adj) = not narrow; comprehensive; including a wide
14

Masterkey FCE Glossary

Uploaded by

Copyright:

Available Formats

Masterkey FCE Glossary

Uploaded by

Document Information

Original Description:

Copyright

Available Formats

Share this document

Share or Embed Document

Sharing Options

Did you find this document useful?

Is this content inappropriate?

Copyright:

Available Formats

Masterkey FCE Glossary

Uploaded by

Copyright:

Available Formats

Masterkey FCE Glossary

Test 1 adequate (adj) = satisfactory in quality or quantity; enough

You might also like

Pfad - The Proxy pFad of © 2024 Garber Painting. All rights reserved.