CELPIP Preparation

Words useful for CELPIP exam preparation
  • a permanent piece of equipment or furniture
    [noun]
    Examples:
    The bench dedicated to John Doe after his passing is a fixture of the area.
  • a sudden feeling of happiness
    [noun]
    Examples:
    That rollercoaster was such a thrill!
    to make someone feel happy
    [verb]
    Examples:
    She was thrilled to make an appearance.
  • a business procedure in which items or money are exchanged
    [noun]
    Examples:
    He prepared a statement for their transaction.
  • purposeful; a planned action
    [adj]
    Examples:
    Her punishment was deliberate.
    to plan or discuss
    [verb]
    Examples:
    They used the meeting to deliberate whether or not to fire Pam.
  • the gift of goods or words between people
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Our Christmas party always involves a gift exchange.
    to give something to someone and receive something back
    [verb]
    Examples:
    We exchanged a few choice words.
  • a formal demand
    [noun]
    Examples:
    I will put in a request for your transfer.
    to ask formally
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Can I make a pizza request?
  • to change from one thing to another
    [verb]
    Examples:
    She switched places with Nicole at the last second.
    a change
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Let's go ahead and make the switch from the old system.
  • to produce
    [verb]
    Examples:
    This recipe yields 4 servings.
    the amount produced
    [noun]
    Examples:
    This year's yield doubled.
  • something used to only allow certain materials through
    [noun]
    Examples:
    You need a coffee filter, so the grounds don't get into the mug.
    to remove unwanted materials
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Please filter these pictures from old to new.
  • to make a sound signaling distress, disgust, discomfort, or another negative feeling
    [verb]
    Examples:
    She groaned with disgust.
    a sound made when someone is upset or unsatisfied
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Todd let out a groan as his team kept losing the game.
  • significant in size or importance
    [adj]
    Examples:
    There is substantial evidence that points to him being the killer.
  • quick, unwise decision-making
    [adj]
    Examples:
    Her decision to drop out of college seemed rash.
  • a certain one
    [adj]
    Examples:
    My mom asked me to get a particular kind of milk, but I can't remember which one it was.
  • all individuals agree about a certain issue
    [adj]
    Examples:
    The vote to remove her from the committee was unanimous.
  • an attempt to influence someone else using persuasion or threats
    [noun]
    Examples:
    The athletes felt an immense amount of pressure from their fans.
    to try and convince someone to do something because they should
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Don't feel pressured to try this cake, it's a new recipe.
  • essential; crucial
    [adj]
    Examples:
    It is of vital importance that we complete our homework on time.
    having to do with the body's internal organs
    [noun]
    Examples:
    The nurse checked his vitals.
  • showing a liking to
    [adj]
    Examples:
    She is very fond of this game.
  • to give respect to someone
    [verb]
    Examples:
    I saluted the Colonel.
    an act of respect
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Please give him a salute.
  • to want something someone else has
    [verb]
    Examples:
    I envy her ability to sing.
  • a state of being surprised or stunned
    [noun]
    Examples:
    It was a huge shock to everyone that she chose to attend Missouri State.
    to be surprised or shocked by something
    [verb]
    Examples:
    I was absolutely shocked to hear of his sudden passing.
  • the top level only; not deep
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Their relationship is nothing but surface level.
    to bring about; make easier to notice
    [verb]
    Examples:
    New information about the famous cold case has recently surfaced.
  • to raise up
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Gas prices have continued to increase this year.
    a rise in something
    [noun]
    Examples:
    There is a clear increase in people working from home after the Pandemic.
  • to have enough money; to allow or supply
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Laura couldn't afford a new car.
  • an incurable, easily spreadable disease
    [noun]
    Examples:
    The Bubonic Plague was a terrible tragedy in Europe.
    to inflict pain or trouble
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Destiny was plagued with hearing problems her entire life.
  • extremely or very good
    [adj]
    Examples:
    That required a tremendous amount of work.
  • magnificent
    Pronunciation: mæɡ'nɪfɪsənt
    characterized by grandeur
    [adjective]
    awe inspiring; admirable
    [adj]
    Examples:
    The sunset is magnificent.
  • easily angered individual
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Polly is very hot tempered.
    to lessen the severity
    [verb]
    Examples:
    The hot peppers were tempered by ranch.
  • the standard of how good or bad something is
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Please use high quality materials on this project.
    especially good
    [adj]
    Examples:
    Quality burgers are being sold downtown.
  • to ruin something
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Why did you wreck my office?
    an event in which something sustains a large amount of damage
    [noun]
    Examples:
    This day is a complete wreck.
  • being unkind on purpose
    [adj]
    Examples:
    Don't be cruel.
  • happy and willing to give back time and resources
    [adj]
    Examples:
    The Humane Society relies on generous donors to stay open.
  • to clap; hitting your palms together
    [verb]
    Examples:
    I have to applaud you on all of your hard work.
  • completed quickly
    [adj]
    Examples:
    The board was erased in one swift movement.
  • a group of specific conditions that occur at once
    [noun]
    Examples:
    This is a sticky situation.
  • verbally expressive
    [adj]
    Examples:
    Amanda is very vocal about community issues.
    music that involves the voice
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Mrs. Plum teaches vocal music at Parker Elementary School.
  • a length of time in between
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Over the span of many years, Logan's Spanish has improved.
    to spread out across a period of time
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Her project time span across several years.
  • a specific way of achieving something
    [noun]
    Examples:
    What's the best note-taking tactic.
  • having a lot of experience and knowledge; advanced
    [adj]
    Examples:
    The Queen of England has a very sophisticated way of life.
  • to be destroyed over time, naturally or on purpose
    [verb]
    Examples:
    After death, the body begins to decay.
    an item in a state of destruction
    [noun]
    Examples:
    The dentist pointed out his tooth decay.
  • a wooden rod or post
    [noun]
    Examples:
    The tent had so many stakes holding it in the ground, but it still blew away.
    to place value in or on something as a risk
    [verb]
    Examples:
    I would stake my reputation on it.
  • our world; an area of space
    [noun]
    Examples:
    These are the best cookies in the universe.
  • to pass along a message
    [verb]
    Examples:
    He relayed the news to me.
  • to largely dislike
    [verb]
    Examples:
    After their fight, Romeo detests Juliet.
  • harmful
    [adj]
    Examples:
    Mr. Holland warned us that the chemicals were toxic.
  • not easily persuaded; stuck in a specific mindset
    [adj]
    Examples:
    What made you so stubborn?
  • sudden; out of the blue
    [adj]
    Examples:
    The meeting ended abruptly because of the boss's family emergency.
    appearing unkind or rude because you are in a hurry
    [adj]
    Examples:
    Sorry I rushed our conversation
  • the best or greatest
    [adj]
    Examples:
    In my mind, chocolate ice cream reigns supreme.
  • a large company or activity
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Stark Enterprise is rising in the marketing industry.
  • to be the head of something; in charge of overseeing activities
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Mom told me we need a babysitter to supervise us for the night.
  • to grow or experience great success
    [verb]
    Examples:
    The began to prosper under new leadership.
  • above average; very good
    [adj]
    Examples:
    That vacation was superb.
  • to determine the cause or reason something happened; examine to find the cause of an illness
    [verb]
    Examples:
    It took a very long time to diagnose the issue.
  • a state in which your weight is equal on all sides
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Ballerinas must have good balance.
    to distribute your weight evenly
    [verb]
    Examples:
    I am able to balance on one leg for quite a while.
  • sufficient; plenty
    [adj]
    Examples:
    You must provide ample evidence of the occurrence.
  • to get twisted together
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Her hair was tangled from the wind.
    a twisted mess
    [noun]
    Examples:
    I have a tangle of cords on my desk.
  • a new activity having to do with business risks
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Tanner Co. is planning a new business venture.
    to stray from the normal way
    [verb]
    Examples:
    It is a bad idea to venture off the hiking path.
  • to bring up or write something without details
    [verb]
    Examples:
    I forgot to mention my fear of spiders.
    a direct reference
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Haley earned an honorable mention for her academic performance.
  • to subtract; to remove a part of something
    [verb]
    Examples:
    That penalty deducted two points from their score.
  • something funny; a quality that makes people laugh
    [noun]
    Examples:
    That movie wasn't really my kind of humour.
    to pretend to like doing something to please someone else
    [verb]
    Examples:
    My grandma always tells us to humour her and try new things even when we aren't sure we'll like them.
  • to cause a person or object to be immoveable
    [verb]
    Examples:
    The haunted house paralyzed her with fear.
  • to have or to own
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Allison possesses the skills to create a beautiful work of art.
  • obvious; easily seen
    [adj]
    Examples:
    Her feelings were very apparent on her face.
  • flimsy or weak
    [adj]
    Examples:
    Starting a job interview with a limp handshake is not a good idea.
    to walk unsteadily due to an injury
    [verb]
    Examples:
    The dog was limping after it was attacked by a coyote.
    a difficulty walking
    [noun]
    Examples:
    After the accident, Jonah now walks with a limp.
  • beginner; not a professional
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Tony signed up for his college's amateur tennis team.
  • blending in but still holding a certain importance
    [adj]
    Examples:
    There was a subtle difference between the two drafts.
  • to get something from someone
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Ella inherited her father's old truck after he passed.
  • having to do with the ocean or water
    [adj]
    Examples:
    I used to have dreams of becoming a marine biologist.
    a soldier who sails boats
    [noun]
    Examples:
    He served as in the US Marine Corps for several years.
  • facts that something is backed up with or built upon
    [noun]
    Examples:
    We are on a first-name basis.
  • to cause something
    [verb]
    Examples:
    What prompted you to get a puppy?
    completed in a timely manner
    [adj]
    Examples:
    I expect a prompt reply.
    a sign to act upon
    [noun]
    Examples:
    The actor's prompt reminded him of his lines.
    a time constraint
    [adv]
    Examples:
    The meeting ended promptly at 4 o'clock.
  • an item from an earlier period of time
    [noun]
    Examples:
    My great grandma's dresser is an antique.
    made in a different time period
    [adj]
    Examples:
    Jordan has a large amount of antique jewelry.
  • a scarring experience that can have a long-term effect on your mental state
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Head traumas are very serious and require immediate medical attention.
  • to talk to someone in attempt to persuade or come to an agreement
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Negotiate a new deal for us please.
  • period after an event occurs
    [noun]
    Examples:
    The aftermath of the hurricane is devastating.
  • an amount of something to be administered or required
    [noun]
    Examples:
    The doctor made sure to administer the correct dose of morphine.
  • disapprove; to be strongly against
    [verb]
    Examples:
    There are many laws that condemn that sort of behavior.
  • a product sent from one country into another to be sold
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Ships were arriving with a large supply of imports.
    to bring something into a place it hasn't been brought before
    [verb]
    Examples:
    They imported goods from Europe.
  • the power to cause change to someone or something else
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Darcy isn't the bet influence on you, she smokes cigarettes.
    to indirectly affect how someone or something acts
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Don't let per pressure influence you into making a bad decision.
  • the help or assistance offered
    [noun]
    Examples:
    The bottle service was excellent.
    to provide assistance or help
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Your vehicle needs serviced.
  • something offered or paid
    [noun]
    Examples:
    The taxi fare was much cheaper than I expected.
  • to experience difficulty doing something
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Miles and his family are struggling to find a good daycare.
    an experience in which you face difficulty
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Being here is such a struggle.
  • to become less
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Let's decrease our carbon footprint by at least 3% this year.
    the amount by which something reduces
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Pemberton Industries has experienced a significant decrease in sales recently.
  • a small piece of something
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Can I have a scrap of paper to write down your email?
    to get rid of
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Let's scrap that idea.
  • an official result or outcome
    [noun]
    Examples:
    What's the final verdict?
  • the original or equally as genuine as it
    [adj]
    Examples:
    He won an award for creating the most authentic representation of the artist's work.
  • especially large
    [adj]
    Examples:
    A vast majority of people prefer mountains over the beach.
  • easily harmed or in danger
    [adj]
    Examples:
    We must protect the minds of the vulnerable youth.
  • complex; detailed; severe
    [adj]
    Examples:
    Calculus 4 is a rigorous course.
  • lacking taste or anything special
    [adj]
    Examples:
    The sandwich was a little bland.
  • detailed; brightly colored
    [adj]
    Examples:
    The painting was very vivid.
  • having and maintaining a connection
    [verb]
    Examples:
    May no longer affiliates herself with that church.
    an entity that is connected with or run by another
    [noun]
    Examples:
    After the deal was signed, affiliates of the restaurant were expected to aid in the growth process.
  • to impose a penalty to enforce obedience
    a way to correct behaviors and train new ones
    [noun]
    Examples:
    My mom had to buy a book about discipline for kids who are strong-willed.
    to punish bad behaviors
    [verb]
    Examples:
    I was left to discipline Henry after he threw food at the television.
  • a long deep snarl sound
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Zeus growled at me when I tried to pet him.
  • an accident involving a crash of two items
    [noun]
    Examples:
    She survived a head-on collision.
  • generally unhappy or unpleasant
    [adj]
    Examples:
    Ronald is the bitter old man that lives across the street.
  • moderate; not drawing attention
    [adj]
    Examples:
    Her style tends to be very modest.
  • an opinion or statement
    [noun]
    Examples:
    What a rude remark!
    to give an opinion or statement
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Stephanie remarked at the surprising difference after the renovation.
  • an intense desire to get something done
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Her young heart was full of ambition.
  • a group of items that are connected or belong together
    [noun]
    Examples:
    What a pretty bundle of flowers.
    to push together quickly
    [verb]
    Examples:
    She bundled up the papers and threw them in the trash.
  • able or permitted to do something
    [adj]
    Examples:
    They will be eligible for parole after serving 10 years in prison.
  • difficult to acquire
    [adj]
    Examples:
    During a drought, water is very scarce.
    barely
    [adv]
    Examples:
    I could scarce take the intense criticism.
  • obtained knowledge gained from practice
    [noun]
    Examples:
    What an odd experience.
    to go through something
    [verb]
    Examples:
    I've never experienced a winter day in New York City.
  • a piece of something
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Honey, that fragment of a blanket needs to be thrown away.
    to break into smaller parts
    [verb]
    Examples:
    That mess needs to be fragmented into groups before we can work on it.
  • to be aware of something
    able to understand what is going on around you; mentally aware
    [adj]
    Examples:
    Be conscious of how your words might affect her.
  • how someone is placed either physically or figuratively
    [noun]
    Examples:
    This decision has put her in a difficult position.
    to place in a specific fashion
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Braden positioned the gun in the best way to shoot the target.
  • immense tired feeling
    [noun]
    Examples:
    After working a 12-hour shift, the nurse was filled with fatigue.
  • to secretly obtain something
    [verb]
    Examples:
    We smuggled snacks into the movie theater.
  • a plan with the main points, excluding many details
    [noun]
    Examples:
    The professor required us to write an outline of the paper before we began.
    to sketch around an edge; to generally describe without details
    [verb]
    Examples:
    I outlined the story instead of giving all of the tiny details.
  • peak; an important meeting
    [noun]
    Examples:
    The European summit is set to occur in May this year.
  • legally accepted
    [adj]
    Examples:
    That is a legitimate source.
    to make legal
    [verb]
    Examples:
    This document has yet to be legitimized.
  • a general feeling of pleasure or enjoyment
    [noun]
    Examples:
    What a delight she is!
    to create a feeling of satisfaction
    [verb]
    Examples:
    I would be delighted to meet your parents.
  • purposely harmful or violent
    [adj]
    Examples:
    The wild dog was very vicious.
  • to choose or arrange for something to happen
    [verb]
    Examples:
    We appointed her as leader of the group.
  • feeling responsible for an unfortunate event
    [noun]
    Examples:
    After sneaking out of the house, Nicole felt extreme guilt.
  • something especially hard
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Don't ever feel like a burden.
    to be given something difficult
    [verb]
    Examples:
    I would hate to burden you with this task.
  • a person of importance within an organization; the one in charge
    [noun]
    Examples:
    The chief executive of Wonder Inc. contacted us last week.
    dealing with the management of an organization
    [adj]
    Examples:
    The meeting will be held in our executive conference room.
  • the feeling something or someone provides
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Grace began to feel a tingling sensation in her legs after sitting for too long.
  • clean; no threat to anyone's health
    [adj]
    Examples:
    The cabins were kept in sanitary condition.
  • to violently break or hit something
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Please don't smash this vase it was my grandmother's.
    the sound made when something breaks
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Jacob heard the smash of glass blocks away from the car accident.
  • using words as opposed to writing
    [adj]
    Examples:
    She gave her verbal agreement to seeing a movie tonight.
  • a list composed of similar items
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Please find me a good furniture catalogue.
    to make a list of a specific group of items
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Catalogue these foods according to their color.
  • a person who lacks bravery or courage
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Kaleb wouldn't eat a ghost pepper, he's too much of a coward.
  • to be in pain mentally or physically
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Following her passing, we were comforted in that she would no longer suffer.
  • to accompany someone to a specific place, guide
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Let me escort you to the door.
  • an order to be followed
    [noun]
    Examples:
    He is second in command.
    to gain control of something
    [verb]
    Examples:
    I command you to be silent.
  • a group or set of specific items
    [noun]
    Examples:
    I just made a fresh batch of cookies!
  • to look over quickly
    [verb]
    Examples:
    I took a glance at the menu.
    a quick look over
    [noun]
    Examples:
    They shared a quick glance in the airport.
  • the permission to do a specific action
    [noun]
    Examples:
    The top-secret lab has limited access.
    to find or acquire
    [verb]
    Examples:
    A password is needed to access those files.
  • avoiding risks and potential harm
    [adj]
    Examples:
    My sister is a cautious driver.
  • unaffected by a problem, illness, or occurrence
    [adj]
    Examples:
    Luna hopes to be immune to the disease after enduring it once.
  • a disaster; an unfortunate event
    [noun]
    Examples:
    That party was a disaster.
  • to not look forward to doing something
    [verb]
    Examples:
    I always dread going to the dentist.
  • to look at something from afar for a long period of time, stare
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Sara gazed across the room.
    a long, unchanging look
    [noun]
    Examples:
    We stared off into the distance for a while until he met my gaze.
  • especially ridiculous
    [adj]
    Examples:
    Her idea was simply absurd.
  • quickly with energy
    [adj]
    Examples:
    It started raining while Isaac was taking a brisk walk.
  • something deemed to be unsafe or harmful
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Gasoline next to an open flame is a fire hazard.
    to give something a go
    [verb]
    Examples:
    If I had to venture a guess, I would say you've never been to this club before.
  • a bright light line; a long piece of wood
    [noun]
    Examples:
    The flashlight emits a long beam of light.
    to light up with happiness
    [verb]
    Examples:
    He was beaming from ear to ear.
  • unnatural; made to look like something else
    [adj]
    Examples:
    There are way too many artificial sweeteners in this drink.
  • something that causes someone to wait; the time required to wait
    [noun]
    Examples:
    The Chiefs game is experiencing a rain delay.
    to cause something to take longer
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Please don't delay the meeting.
  • to mass produce materials or finished goods
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Nelli Industries plans to manufacture a large amount of dog toys this year.
    the making of goods using a machine
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Stacey focused on the advantages of better food manufacture.
  • the place that the ocean meets the land
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Let's visit the Pacific coast.
    to move without effort
    [verb]
    Examples:
    This class isn't one you can just coast through.
  • to brag; to talk proudly about yourself
    [verb]
    Examples:
    I don't mean to boast, I'm just proud of how far I've come.
  • to suddenly explode or break out
    [verb]
    Examples:
    The crowd erupted into laughter.
  • a person's appearance from others' point of view based on actions
    [noun]
    Examples:
    She has a reputation for being easily convincible.
  • fashioned in a tidy way with little space
    [adj]
    Examples:
    The apartment's layout is very compact.
    a small, flat makeup case
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Check that purse for her compact.
  • an advantage you are lucky to have
    [noun]
    Examples:
    That phone is a privilege, not a right.
    giving someone or something better treatment
    [verb]
    Examples:
    His mom continues to privilege him by doing all of his laundry.
  • to walk slowly
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Grandma and I strolled in the park this evening.
    a slow walk
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Beth took a morning stroll to start her day.
  • an amount of something that is more than what is needed
    [noun]
    Examples:
    The company experienced a surplus of goods after sales declined unexpectedly.
    more than necessary
    [adj]
    Examples:
    Countries in need do not have surplus food.
  • to think over in order to make a guess
    [verb]
    Examples:
    I wonder what she's going to do this evening.
    a feeling of awe
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Christmas time always fills me with wonder.
    extremely effective
    [adj]
    Examples:
    We owe her recovery to this wonder drug.
  • a place where the water is calm enough for ships to be stored
    [noun]
    Examples:
    There are at least twenty ships parked at the harbour.
    to hold onto negativity for a long period of time
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Try not to harbour any hate for your cousin, he was just doing his best.
  • important; worth a lot
    [adj]
    Examples:
    Don't lose track of those valuable jewels.
  • a liquid substance
    [noun]
    Examples:
    My car is leaking fluid.
    flexible; easily changed
    [adj]
    Examples:
    These plans are very fluid.
  • to make a drink
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Can you brew a fresh pot of coffee?
    a drink made by brewing
    [noun]
    Examples:
    There's nothing like freshly brewed tea.
  • to place something on with glue
    [verb]
    Examples:
    I pasted the magazine cutouts onto my art project.
    a mixture that can be spread and used to attach something
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Elmer's makes a famous paste.
  • simply beautiful; timeless
    [adj]
    Examples:
    The wedding turned out very elegant and amazing.
  • acting quickly or swiftly
    [adj]
    Examples:
    Get this done rapidly.
    a fast stream of water within a river
    [noun]
    Examples:
    The fish were swimming by and jumping out of the rapids.
  • a prediction of the future
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Check the weather forecast before you go.
    to predict future events
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Two inches of snow was forecast for this evening.
  • to cause the start of something large or important
    [verb]
    Examples:
    The rocket launched at noon.
    the release of a new product or event
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Her book launch was very successful, she sold over 200 copies.
  • surface level; shallow
    [adj]
    Examples:
    Chloe's actions revealed her superficial attitude and values.
  • a journey taken by ship or spacecraft
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Long ago, the Mayflower took its maiden voyage.
    to take a journey
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Paul voyaged through the desert.
  • the quickest and best possible way
    [adj]
    Examples:
    She was in search of the most efficient way to organize her files.
  • easily breakable
    [adj]
    Examples:
    Grandma's pottery is very delicate, so we aren't allowed to touch them.
  • extremely strong and sturdy
    [adj]
    Examples:
    The bridge's structure is very robust.
  • emphasis on something that is particularly bad
    [adj]
    Examples:
    This calculus problem has left me in a state of utter confusion.
    to use your voice
    [verb]
    Examples:
    She was so shocked that she couldn't even utter a single word.
  • detrimental to someone's health and wellbeing
    [adj]
    Examples:
    Polly called to tell us she survived the fatal car crash.
  • to get rid of using a sharp edge
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Scrape your plate off before you put it in the dishwasher.
    a small wound caused by something sharp or rough
    [noun]
    Examples:
    How did you get that scrape on your knee?
  • thin and long
    [adj]
    Examples:
    The model has a slender figure.
  • a flashlight or small light source
    [noun]
    Examples:
    He held out a torch in the cave so that they could see.
    to purposely set on fire
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Rioters torched innocent small businesses.
  • a collection of valuable items
    [noun]
    Examples:
    The pirates of Neverland finally located the buried treasure.
    to hold something in high regard
    [verb]
    Examples:
    I treasure our time together.
  • when a situation or idea is closely examined
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Professor Dunn gave us a super long math review.
    to reexamine; look at again for clarity or improvement
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Please review these documents before we send them to our client.
  • occurring a small distance from the top
    [adj]
    Examples:
    Don't worry the water is shallow here.
  • incomplete; not whole
    [adj]
    Examples:
    She only offered a partial solution to selling more merchandise.
  • to provide the most recent information
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Jamie will be updating us on the road conditions this morning.
    the most recent piece of information
    [noun]
    Examples:
    I'm waiting to hear an update.
  • a number dealing with a specific amount
    [noun]
    Examples:
    The figures this month are looking pretty good.
    to form an opinion
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Did you ever figure out that math problem?
  • to practice before a performance or speech
    [verb]
    Examples:
    The band chose to rehearse one last time before the concert.
  • a large amount of something
    [adj]
    Examples:
    New students are in abundant supply.
  • a large fire
    [noun]
    Examples:
    The blaze in the field was out of control.
    to burn intensely
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Fireplaces emit a beautiful, warm blaze in the winter.
  • to fall or lean due to a lack of strength
    [verb]
    Examples:
    He slumped against the wall after she rejected her.
    a sudden decrease
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Tammy's softball team has been in a slump for months now.
  • a natural likelihood to behave a certain way
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Luckily, she has good instincts.
  • strange; odd; unusual
    [adj]
    Examples:
    Her outfit is so bizarre.
  • to get new people involved
    [verb]
    Examples:
    We need to recruit some more volunteers.
    a person that has joined
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Welcome our new recruits.
  • to respect someone because of the things they've done or the way they act
    [verb]
    Examples:
    I admire you for your patience.
  • a viewing of something before it is public
    [noun]
    Examples:
    The exclusive movie preview was successful.
    to see before anyone else
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Shawn will preview his latest album in August.
  • the way something feels
    [noun]
    Examples:
    This brownie has a funny texture.
  • a decision to give up something to gain something else
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Mom made the tough sacrifice of missing her favorite show to be here.
    to give up something of importance for something even more significant
    [verb]
    Examples:
    The soldiers sacrificed their lives to protect our freedom.
  • an opposing person or group in competition
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Our hometown has a game against their rivals this weekend.
    to level up to; become as good as
    [verb]
    Examples:
    No movie could rival the new IT.
  • to let happen; allow
    [verb]
    Examples:
    You are no longer permitted on this property
    a statement granting access or giving the right to do something
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Do you have a permit to drive?
  • to look at someone angrily
    [verb]
    Examples:
    I don't know why she's glaring at me.
    an angry look or bright light
    [noun]
    Examples:
    What a menacing glare.
  • a quick look not allowing you to see a clear picture
    [noun]
    Examples:
    I only caught a glimpse of the robber before he escaped.
    to see someone or something for a brief moment
    [verb]
    Examples:
    I glimpsed a raccoon in the garage last night.
  • medium in size
    [adj]
    Examples:
    The company is experiencing moderate growth.
    a person with neutral opinions
    [noun]
    Examples:
    People of any political affiliation can appreciate a moderate.
    to keep a specific standard
    [verb]
    Examples:
    Susan is expected to moderate the exam.
  • a worried feeling
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Rene felt her brother's odd behavior was cause for concern.
  • when there is not enough of something
    [noun]
    Examples:
    The United States is currently experiencing a refrigerator shortage.
  • not typical; special
    [adj]
    Examples:
    The view from up here is extraordinary.
    surprising; not expected
    [adj]
    Examples:
    That project took an extraordinary amount of work.
  • something that no longer exists
    [adj]
    Examples:
    If we aren't careful, many endangered animals will become extinct.
  • a feeling of easement; an alleviation
    [noun]
    Examples:
    Mallory uttered a sigh of relief once her exam was over.
  • unclear; little to no details
    [adj]
    Examples:
    The assignment's instructions were vague.
  • to make an exact copy
    [verb]
    Examples:
    It's hard to duplicate the feeling you get on Christmas morning.
    an exact copy; replica
    [noun]
    Examples:
    I have a duplicate of my grandma's recipe in her handwriting.
    made to be an exact copy
    [adj]
    Examples:
    I need the original, not a duplicate copy.
  • the amount of desire for a specific food or activity
    [noun]
    Examples:
    He has an appetite for waffles every morning.
  • to travel
    [verb]
    Examples:
    I am looking forward to the commute to the beach.
    a specific route or distance
    [noun]
    Examples:
    It is a long commute to work every morning.
  • an urgent attempt to acquire something
    [noun]
    Examples:
    May I make an appeal to the court?
    to make a formal statement as a request
    [verb]
    Examples:
    I appealed to his kindness when asking for a raise.
  • to provide evidence or assistance; to agree
    [verb]
    Examples:
    That beam supports the structure of the house.
    assistance or encouragement
    [noun]
    Examples:
    I will offer my support.