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A

Abandon

Verb

To leave something or someone behind permanently.

Ability

Noun

The power or skill to do something well.

Able

Adjective

Having the power, skill, or time to do something.

About

Adverb, Preposition

(prep) : Used to show the subject of something, or to mean "close to" in…

Above

Adjective, Adverb, Preposition

(prep) : At a higher place or level than something else. (adv) : In or…

Abroad

Adverb

In or to another country.

Absolute

Adjective

Complete or total; not limited in any way.

Absolutely

Adverb

Completely or totally; used to strongly agree.

Abundant

Verb

Existing in large quantities; more than enough.

Abusive

Adjective

Treating someone in a cruel, violent, or unfair way, especially regularly or repeatedly.

Academic

Noun, Adjective

(adj) : Related to school, learning, or studying. (n) : A person who teaches or…

Accelerate

Verb

To increase speed or make something happen more quickly.

Accept

Verb

To take something offered or to agree something is true or happening.

Acceptable

Adjective

Good enough to be allowed, agreed with, or used in a particular situation.

Access

Noun, Verb

(n) : The right or ability to enter, use, or get something. (v) : To…

Accident

Noun

An unexpected event that causes damage or injury, not done on purpose.

Accommodation

Noun

A place to live or stay; or a helpful change for someone’s needs.

Accompany

Verb

To say someone has done something wrong or bad, before it's proven.

Accomplish

Verb

To successfully complete or achieve a task, goal, or objective.

According to

Preposition

As someone says or as shown by a source or plan.

Account

Noun, Verb

(n) : A record or profile used for money, information, or services. (v) : To…

Accountable

Adjective

Responsible for your actions and expected to explain or accept the consequences.

Accuracy

Noun

The quality of being correct, precise, or free from errors.

Accuse

Verb

To claim that someone has done something wrong or illegal.

Achieve

Verb

To succeed in doing something after trying or working hard.

Achievement

Noun

Something you succeed in doing, often after effort or difficulty.

Achingly

Adverb

In a way that causes deep emotion or strong feeling, especially of pain or beauty.

Acknowledge

Verb

To accept or show that something is true, real, or noticed.

Acquire

Verb

To gain or obtain something through effort, purchase, or learning.

Across

Adverb, Preposition

(prep) : Used to show movement from one side to another side of something (followed…

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B

Baby

Noun

(n) A very young child, especially one who has just been born or is under…

Back

Noun, Verb, Adverb

(n) : The rear part of the body from shoulders to waist. (adv) : Returning…

Background

Noun

1. The part of a scene behind the main subject. 2. A person’s history, education,…

Backwards

Adverb

In the direction behind you or in reverse; opposite of forward.

Bacteria

Noun

Tiny living organisms that are too small to see without a microscope and can be…

Bad

Adjective

Unpleasant, harmful, poor in quality, or morally wrong.

Badly

Adverb

In a poor way, or with a strong need or desire.

Bag

Noun, Verb

(n) : A container for holding or carrying things. (v) : To put into a…

Bake

Verb

To cook food using dry heat, usually in an oven.

Balance

Noun, Verb

(n) : A state of being steady or equal. (v) : To make or keep…

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C

Cable

Noun, Verb

(n) : a thick wire covered with a protective layer that carries electricity or information.…

Café

Noun

A small, casual place serving drinks and light meals.

Cake

Noun

A sweet baked food made from flour, sugar, and other ingredients.

Calculate

Verb

To find an answer or result using numbers or careful thought.

Call

Noun, Verb

(v) : To talk to someone by phone or shout for attention; to name or…

Calm

Verb, Adjective

(adj) : Peaceful and not upset. (v) : To make someone less upset or anxious.

Camera

Noun

A device that takes pictures or records videos.

Camp

Noun, Verb

(n) : A temporary place for living or staying. (v) : To stay in a…

Campaign

Noun, Verb

(n) : A planned effort to reach a target. (v) : To work actively to…

Camping

Noun

Staying outdoors in a tent or other temporary shelter, usually for fun.

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D

Dad

Noun

An informal word for father; a male parent.

Daily

Noun, Adjective, Adverb

(adv) : Every day. (adj) : Happening each day. (n) : A daily newspaper or…

Damage

Noun, Verb

(n) : Harm or injury. (v) : To cause harm.

Dance

Noun, Verb

(v) : To move rhythmically to music. (n) : Moving the body rhythmically; a social…

Dancer

Noun

A person who dances, professionally or casually.

Dancing

Noun, Verb

(n) : The activity or process of performing dance. (v) : Doing the action of…

Danger

Noun

The possibility of harm, injury, or risk.

Dangerous

Adjective

Likely to cause harm, injury, or risk.

Dark

Noun, Adjective

(adj) : Having little or no light; gloomy or mysterious. (n) : The absence of…

Data

Noun

Information, facts, or details collected for reference or analysis; internet access provided by a mobile…

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E

Each

Pronoun, Adjective, Adverb

(adj) : Referring to every member separately. (pro) : Refers to every individual. (adv) :…

Ear

Noun

The body part for hearing and balance; the listening ability; the seed part of plants.

Early

Adjective, Adverb

(adj) : Happening at the beginning or before the usual time. (adv) : Before the…

Earn

Verb

To receive money, respect, or reward as a result of work or effort.

Earth

Noun

The planet we live on; soil or ground.

Earthquake

Noun

A sudden shaking of the ground caused by movements inside the Earth.

Easily

Adverb

Without difficulty; in a simple, quick, or natural way.

East

Noun, Adjective, Adverb

(n) : The direction towards the sunrise. (adj) : Relating to or located in the…

Eastern

Adjective

Relating to the east or the eastern part of a place or region.

Easy

Adjective

Not difficult; simple, comfortable, or relaxed.

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F

Face

Noun, Verb

(n) : The front part of the head, or the surface of something. (v) :…

Facility

Noun

A place, service, or skill that makes things easier.

Fact

Noun

Something that is true and can be proven.

Factor

Noun

Something that affects a result or helps cause a situation.

Factory

Noun

A building or place where products are made using machines and workers.

Fail

Verb

To not succeed or stop working.

Failure

Noun

Lack of success; something that does not work or meet expectations.

Fair

Adjective

Equal, reasonable, honest, or nice (for weather).

Fairly

Adverb

In a fair way, or to some degree.

Faith

Noun

Trust, belief, or confidence in someone, something, or a higher power.

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G

Gain

Noun, Verb

(v) : To get, achieve, or increase something. (n) : Something obtained or the advantage…

Gallery

Noun

A place where art or items are displayed for viewing.

Game

Noun, Verb

(n) : An activity for fun, sport, or competition. (v) : To play or take…

Gang

Noun

A group of people who work, play, or sometimes break rules together.

Gap

Noun, Verb

(n) : an empty space or difference between two things. (v) : to create a…

Garage

Noun, Verb

(n) : A building for storing or fixing cars. (v) : To keep a vehicle…

Garden

Noun, Verb

(n) : A place where plants or flowers are grown. (v) : To grow or…

Gas

Noun, Verb

(n) : A substance like air that flows freely and can be used as fuel.…

Gate

Noun, Verb

(n) : A door or barrier that controls entry to a place. (v) : To…

Gather

Verb

To bring things or people together into one place.

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H

Habit

Noun

Something you do regularly, often without thinking.

Hair

Noun

Thin pieces that grow on the skin, especially on the head.

Half

Noun, Adjective, Adverb

(n) : One of two equal parts. (adj) : Not complete or only partly done.…

Hall

Noun

A large room or long inside area in a building used for walking or events.

Hallmark

Noun

A sign or quality that shows something is real, special, or belongs to someone.

Hand

Noun

The part of your body at the end of your arm, used to hold and…

Handle

Noun, Verb

(v) : To hold or deal with something. (n) : The part of an object…

Hang

Noun

To fix or hold something from above.

Happen

Verb

To take place or occur, often without planning.

Happily

Adverb

In a happy or cheerful way.

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I

I

Pronoun

The word used by a person to talk about themselves.

Ice

Noun, Verb

(n) : Frozen water. (v) : To cover or cool with ice.

Ice cream

Noun

A cold dessert made from milk and sugar.

Idea

Noun

A thought, plan, or suggestion in someone’s mind.

Ideal

Noun, Adjective

(adj) : Perfect or most suitable. (n) : Perfect or the best thing someone hopes…

Identify

Verb

To recognise or know who or what something is.

Idle

Adjective

Not active, working, or being used; doing nothing or lacking purpose.

If

Conjunction

Used to show a condition or possibility.

Ignore

Verb

To not pay attention or give response to someone or something.

Ill

Adjective

Not healthy or sick.

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J

Jacket

Noun

A piece of clothing worn on the upper body, usually for warmth or protection.

Jam

Noun, Verb

(n) : A sweet fruit spread; a difficult situation; or playing music freely. (v) :…

January

Noun

The first month of the year.

Jazz

Noun, Verb

(n) : A lively music style. (v) : To make something more exciting.

Jeans

Noun

Pants made from denim cloth.

Jewelery

Noun

Decorative items worn for beauty or fashion.

Jewellery

Noun

Decorative items worn for beauty or fashion.

Job

Noun

Work done to earn money or complete a task.

Join

Verb

To come together with others or connect things.

Joke

Noun, Verb

(n) : Something funny said or done to make people laugh. (v) : To say…

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K

Keen

Adjective

Very interested, eager, or sharp.

Keep

Verb

To hold, save, continue, or care for something.

Key

Noun, Adjective

(n) : A tool that opens locks; an important idea; a music system. (adj) :…

Keyboard

Noun

A set of keys used for typing or a musical instrument with keys.

Kick

Noun, Verb

(v) : To hit with the foot. (n) : A strong hit or sudden excitement.

Kid

Noun, Verb

(n) : A child. (v) : To joke or tease someone gently.

Kill

Verb

To cause death or to strongly affect something.

Killing

Noun, Adjective

(n) : The act of causing death. (adj) : Extremely hard or very funny.

Kilometer

Noun

A unit of distance equal to 1,000 meters.

Kilometre

Noun

A unit of distance equal to 1,000 metres.

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L

Lab

Noun

A place where scientific tests or experiments are done.

Labor

Noun, Verb

(n) : Work that needs effort; also the process of giving birth. (v) : To…

Laboratory

Noun

A room or place where scientific tests and experiments are done.

Labour

Noun, Verb

(n) : Work that needs effort; also the process of giving birth. (v) : To…

Labour of love

Phrase

Work done out of love, enjoyment, or passion, not for money.

Lack

Noun, Verb

(v) : To not have enough. (n) : A shortage.

Lackadaisical

Adjective

Lacking enthusiasm or determination.

Lady

Noun

A polite or respectful word for a woman.

Lake

Noun

A large water area surrounded by land.

Lamp

Noun

A device that produces light.

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M

Machine

Noun

A device or tool that does work or helps with tasks.

Mad

Adjective

Very angry, crazy, or extremely interested in something.

Magazine

Noun

A publication with stories, pictures, or information, usually printed.

Magic

Noun

Tricks or special powers; something wonderful or amazing.

Mail

Noun, Verb

(n) : Letters, packages, or messages. (v) : To send letters, packages, or messages to…

Main

Adjective

Most important, central, or primary.

Mainly

Adverb

Mostly; for the most part.

Maintain

Verb

To keep something in good condition or continue something; to support an idea.

Major

Noun, Adjective

(adj) : Important or large. (n) : Main subject in school; a military rank.

Majority

Noun

The larger part of a group or population.

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N

Nail

Noun, Verb

(n) : A metal pin; the hard part on fingers/toes. (v) : To fix with…

Name

Noun, Verb

(n) : The word used to identify a person or thing. (v) : To give…

Narrative

Noun, Adjective

(n) : A story or description of events. (adj) : Related to storytelling.

Narrow

Verb, Adjective

(adj) : Not wide. (v) : To make something less wide or limited.

Nasty

Adjective

Unpleasant, offensive, mean, or harmful.

Nation

Noun

A large group of people living in one country.

National

Adjective

Relating to or belonging to an entire country, its people, or its government.

Native

Noun, Adjective

(adj) : Born in or originating from a particular place; naturally existing in a region.…

Natural

Noun, Adjective

(adj) : Existing in or caused by nature; not made or influenced by humans; or…

Naturally

Adverb

In a natural, normal, or expected way; without effort or artificial influence.

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O

O'clock

Adverb

Used to show the exact hour when telling time.

Obeisance

Noun

Respect, honor, or a gesture showing admiration.

Obey

Verb

To follow orders, rules, or instructions given by someone in authority.

Object

Noun, Verb

(n) : A thing that can be seen or touched; a goal or purpose. (v)…

Objective

Noun

A goal, aim, or purpose that someone wants to achieve.

Obligation

Noun

A duty or responsibility that you are required to do.

Obliterate

Verb

To destroy completely so that nothing remains.

Oblivion

Noun

The state of being forgotten, unknown, or unaware.

Obsequious

Adjective

Excessively obedience. Obey someone , often to gain favor or advantage

Observation

Noun

The act of noticing, watching, or studying something carefully.

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P

Pace

Noun, Verb

(n) : Speed or rate of movement, action, or progress. (v) : To walk or…

Pack

Noun, Verb

(v) : To put items into a bag, box, or container. (n) : A bag…

Package

Noun, Verb, Adverb

(n) : A wrapped or boxed item. (v) : To wrap or prepare items for…

Page

Noun

One side of a sheet containing information.

Pain

Noun

A feeling of physical or emotional suffering.

Painful

Adjective

Used to describe something that causes pain.

Paint

Noun, Verb

(n) : A coloured liquid used for decoration or protection. (v) : To apply colour…

Painter

Noun

A person who paints buildings or creates paintings as art.

Painting

Noun

A picture made with paint, or the act of applying paint.

Pair

Noun

Two things that belong together or are used together.

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Q

qualification

Noun

An official skill or achievement from training.

qualified

Adjective

Having the skills needed for a job.

qualify

Verb

To earn the right to do something.

quality

Noun

How good or bad something is.

quantity

Noun

An amount or number of something.

quarter

Noun

One of four equal parts of something.

queen

Noun

The female ruler of a country.

question

Noun, Verb

Something you ask to get information.

queue

Noun, Verb

A line of people waiting for something.

quick

Adjective

Fast or happening in a short time.

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R

race

Verb

To compete in speed; group of people with shared features.

racing

Noun

The sport of competing in speed.

radio

Noun

A device for listening to sound broadcasts.

Railed

Verb

To speak angrily or complain strongly about something.

railway

Noun

Tracks and system for trains.

rain

Noun, Verb

Water falling from clouds.

raise

Verb

To lift or increase something.

Rambunctious

Adjective

Very energetic, noisy, and difficult to control.

range

Noun

A variety or the limits between two points.

rank

Noun, Verb

A position in a list or organization.

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S

Scalable

Adjective

Capable of expanding in size or profit efficiently.

Scenic

Adjective

Having beautiful natural scenery or views.

Sceptic

Noun

A person who doubts or questions the truth of claims or ideas.

Self-efficacy

Noun

A person’s belief in their own ability to succeed or do things well.

Shrug

Noun, Verb

(v) : To raise your shoulders to show uncertainty or indifference. (n) : A gesture…

Skeptic

Noun

A person who doubts or questions the truth of claims or ideas.

Soldier

Noun

A member of the military trained to fight and protect.

Soul-searching

Noun

Deep and serious thinking about yourself, your feelings, your values, and your life choices.

Spine-chilling

Adjective

Very frightening or shocking.

Spurious

Verb

False, not genuine, or misleading.

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T

Tactical

Adjective

Showing skillful planning and actions, usually aimed at achieving a specific short-term goal, often as…

Tactician

Noun

Someone who plans actions carefully to achieve a goal, often used in leadership, politics, war,…

Thrive

Verb

To grow strongly, succeed, or feel happy and healthy in a positive environment.

Timely

Adjective

Happening at the right or appropriate time.

Topical

Adjective

Relevant to current events or subjects.

Traditional

Adjective

Something traditional follows old, trusted ways of doing things. It sticks to what people are…

Transparent

Adjective

- Allowing you to see through it. - Open, clear, and honest about intentions or…

Turn nasty

Phrase

To become unpleasant, aggressive, or harmful.

U

Ubiquitous

Adjective

Present everywhere at the same time.

Unaccountable

Adjective

Impossible to explain or give a reason for; not responsible for actions.

Unconvincing

Adjective

Not able to make people believe or trust something.

Unerringly

Adverb

In a way that is always correct, accurate, or without making mistakes.

Unplanned

Adjective

Not arranged or thought out in advance; happening without a deliberate or structured plan.

Unprecedented

Adjective

Something that has never happened, existed, or been done before.

Unsustainable

Adjective

Not able to be continued at the same rate or level without negative consequences.

Untoward

Adjective

Unexpected, inappropriate, or unlucky.

Unviable

Adjective

Not capable of working successfully or continuing; not possible or practical.

V

Vaunted

Adjective

Highly praised or widely talked about, often with exaggeration.

Venerate

Verb

To show deep respect for someone or something important or holy.

Visionary

Noun, Adjective

(n) : Someone who has clear, creative ideas about what the future should be like…

W

Wacky

Adjective

Silly or strange in a fun or playful way.

Whiz

Noun, Verb

(n) : A very talented or skilled person. (v) : To move very fast.

Z

Zabaione

Noun

A light, sweet Italian dessert made from eggs, sugar, and wine or juice.

Zaddik

Noun

A very good, holy, and respected person in Jewish tradition.

Zaftig

Adjective

Describing a woman who is full-figured in a beautiful, healthy way.

Zairean

Noun, Adjective

(adj) : Related to Zaire, now the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). (n) :…

Zamboni

Noun

A machine that cleans and smooths the ice floor for skating.

Zamindar

Noun

A person who owned land and collected taxes in old India.

Zamindari

Noun

An old Indian system where landowners collected taxes from farmers.

Zanny

Noun, Adjective

(adj) : Funny, playful, or odd in an entertaining way. (n) : A person who…

Zanyish

Adjective

Funny and silly in a playful way.

Zarzuela

Noun

A Spanish musical play that includes both songs and speech.

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