ALCPT Vocabulary List: 300 Intermediate Words with Meanings and Examples

ALCPT Vocabulary List: 300 Intermediate Words You Should Know

This ALCPT vocabulary list gives you 300 intermediate words.

The words are grouped by topic. Each word has a simple meaning and one short example sentence.

Study tip: Do not study all 300 words in one day. Study one topic first. Read the word, check the meaning, and say the example sentence aloud.

1. Sports & Competition (25 words)

Words about sports, games, scores, and practice.

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Beat

Meaning: To defeat someone in a game or sport.

Example: Our team worked hard to beat the champions.

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Coach

Meaning: A person who trains athletes for competition.

Example: The coach told the players to practice every day.

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Doubt

Meaning: A feeling of being uncertain.

Example: I have no doubt that our team will win.

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Goal

Meaning: An aim or the points scored in a game.

Example: He kicked the ball into the net to score a goal.

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Imagine

Meaning: To form a picture or idea in your mind.

Example: Can you imagine winning the gold medal?

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Jump

Meaning: To move or rise suddenly from the ground.

Example: The athlete can jump very high.

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Kick

Meaning: To hit something with your foot.

Example: You must kick the ball to your teammate.

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Match

Meaning: A contest or game between two people or teams.

Example: I am going to watch the tennis match tonight.

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Meaning

Meaning: The definition or message of something.

Example: Do you know the meaning of this word?

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Player

Meaning: A person who takes part in a game.

Example: She is the best player on the basketball team.

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Point

Meaning: A unit of value used for scoring in games.

Example: We need one more point to win the game.

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Practice

Meaning: Doing an activity many times to become better.

Example: Daily practice is important for all athletes.

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Race

Meaning: A contest of speed.

Example: He ran very fast and won the race.

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Score

Meaning: The number of points gained in a game.

Example: What is the final score of the match?

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Stadium

Meaning: A large building where sports events are held.

Example: Thousands of fans went to the stadium.

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Tie

Meaning: A situation where two teams have the same score.

Example: The game ended in a tie, 2-2.

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Toward

Meaning: In the direction of something.

Example: Run toward the finish line as fast as you can.

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Uncertain

Meaning: Not sure about something.

Example: I am uncertain about which team will win.

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Win

Meaning: To be the best or first in a game.

Example: We hope our team will win the trophy.

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Active

Meaning: Busy doing many activities.

Example: He is very active and plays many sports.

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Fitness

Meaning: The state of being healthy and strong.

Example: Walking every day is good for your fitness.

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Jog

Meaning: To run at a slow, steady pace.

Example: I like to jog in the park every morning.

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Lap

Meaning: One complete trip around a track or pool.

Example: He swam ten laps in the pool today.

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Teamwork

Meaning: People working together for a common goal.

Example: The project was finished quickly because of good teamwork.

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Opponent

Meaning: A person who is on the other side in a game.

Example: He shook hands with his opponent after the match.

2. Materials & Shopping (30 words)

Words about materials, clothes, stores, prices, and shopping.

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Cotton

Meaning: A soft white material from a plant used for cloth.

Example: This shirt is made of 100% cotton.

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Leather

Meaning: Material made from the skin of an animal.

Example: He bought a new pair of leather shoes.

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Metal

Meaning: A hard substance like gold, silver, or iron.

Example: Most keys are made of metal.

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Nylon

Meaning: A strong, man-made material.

Example: My camping tent is made of nylon.

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Plastic

Meaning: A man-made material that can be shaped.

Example: Please put the trash in a plastic bag.

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Silk

Meaning: A thin, smooth, expensive cloth.

Example: Her dress is made of beautiful silk.

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Silver

Meaning: A valuable shiny gray metal.

Example: She wears a silver ring on her finger.

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Wool

Meaning: Cloth made from the hair of sheep.

Example: I wear a wool sweater in the winter.

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Amount

Meaning: A quantity or sum of something.

Example: He paid a large amount of money for the car.

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Bargain

Meaning: Something bought at a very low price.

Example: This jacket was a real bargain at the sale.

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Discount

Meaning: A reduction in the regular price.

Example: Students can get a discount on bus tickets.

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Fabric

Meaning: Another word for cloth or material.

Example: I chose a soft fabric for the new curtains.

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Fit

Meaning: To be the right size or shape.

Example: These shoes don’t fit me; they are too small.

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Item

Meaning: A single article or separate thing.

Example: There are five items in my shopping basket.

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Pair

Meaning: Two similar things used together.

Example: I need a new pair of socks.

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Percent

Meaning: One part in every hundred.

Example: More than fifty percent of the people voted.

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Receipt

Meaning: A paper that proves you paid for something.

Example: Please keep your receipt if you want a refund.

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Reduce

Meaning: To make something smaller or less.

Example: The store will reduce the price of old models.

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Sale

Meaning: A time when a store sells things at lower prices.

Example: I bought these jeans during the summer sale.

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Size

Meaning: How large or small someone or something is.

Example: What size shirt do you wear?

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Tax

Meaning: Money you must pay to the government.

Example: The sales tax is included in the price.

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Try on

Meaning: To put on clothes to see if they fit.

Example: You should try on the coat before you buy it.

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Owe

Meaning: To have to pay money to someone.

Example: I owe my friend ten dollars.

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Pay back

Meaning: To return money you borrowed.

Example: I will pay you back next Monday.

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Pure

Meaning: Not mixed with anything else.

Example: This necklace is made of pure gold.

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Alloy

Meaning: A mixture of two or more metals.

Example: Brass is an alloy of copper and zinc.

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Abundant

Meaning: Existing in very large amounts.

Example: There is an abundant supply of water here.

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Purchase

Meaning: To buy something.

Example: I would like to purchase a new computer.

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Cheap

Meaning: Low in price; not expensive.

Example: This watch was very cheap but it works well.

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Expensive

Meaning: Costing a lot of money.

Example: Luxury cars are very expensive.

3. Measurement (20 words)

Words about size, distance, weight, and numbers.

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Centimeter

Meaning: A small unit of length.

Example: There are 100 centimeters in one meter.

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Depth

Meaning: The distance from the top to the bottom.

Example: The depth of the pool is two meters.

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Distance

Meaning: The amount of space between two points.

Example: What is the distance from here to the base?

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Height

Meaning: How tall a person or thing is.

Example: Please measure the height of the door.

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Inch

Meaning: A small unit of length (about 2.5 cm).

Example: The laptop screen is 15 inches.

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Kilometer

Meaning: A unit of length for long distances.

Example: We drove 50 kilometers to get to the city.

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Length

Meaning: How long something is from end to end.

Example: What is the length of this table?

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Measure

Meaning: To find the size, weight, or amount of something.

Example: Use a ruler to measure the paper.

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Meter

Meaning: A standard unit of length.

Example: The rope is five meters long.

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Scale

Meaning: A device used for weighing.

Example: Step on the scale to see your weight.

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Thick

Meaning: Having a large distance between sides.

Example: He wore a thick coat because it was cold.

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Thin

Meaning: Opposite of thick; slender.

Example: Use a thin wire for this small job.

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Weigh

Meaning: To find out how heavy someone or something is.

Example: How much does this package weigh?

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Weight

Meaning: How heavy something is.

Example: He is trying to lose some weight.

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Width

Meaning: The distance from one side to the other.

Example: The width of the road is ten meters.

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Yard

Meaning: A unit of length (3 feet).

Example: The football field is 100 yards long.

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Average

Meaning: A normal or usual amount.

Example: The average temperature in July is 30 degrees.

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Maximum

Meaning: The largest possible amount.

Example: The maximum speed on this road is 60 mph.

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Minimum

Meaning: The smallest possible amount.

Example: The minimum age to drive is 18.

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Rate

Meaning: The speed at which something happens.

Example: The heart rate increases during exercise.

4. Military Career & Duty (35 words)

Words about military work, rank, duty, and training.

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Advanced

Meaning: Higher in level or progress.

Example: He is taking an advanced English course.

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Armed forces

Meaning: The combined military of a country.

Example: He wants to join the armed forces.

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Assign

Meaning: To give a specific job or task.

Example: The captain will assign the new duties today.

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Assignment

Meaning: A job or task you are told to do.

Example: My new assignment is in Washington D.C.

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Basic

Meaning: Simple or fundamental.

Example: Every soldier needs basic training.

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Promoted

Meaning: Raised to a higher rank or position.

Example: He was promoted to sergeant last month.

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Stationed

Meaning: Assigned to a specific place for duty.

Example: My brother is stationed at a base in Japan.

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Chance

Meaning: An opportunity to do something.

Example: This is your chance to show your skills.

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Duty

Meaning: Work or responsibility you must do.

Example: It is his duty to guard the entrance.

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Enlist

Meaning: To join the military voluntarily.

Example: He decided to enlist in the Navy.

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Insignia

Meaning: An emblem that shows your rank.

Example: Look at the insignia on his shoulder.

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Opportunity

Meaning: A good time or chance for progress.

Example: I had the opportunity to study overseas.

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Personnel

Meaning: The people who work for an organization.

Example: All military personnel must wear uniforms.

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Private

Meaning: The lowest rank in the Army.

Example: He is a private in the infantry.

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Sergeant

Meaning: A rank for a noncommissioned officer.

Example: The sergeant gave orders to the squad.

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Serve

Meaning: To work or do a job for your country.

Example: He served in the military for twenty years.

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Service

Meaning: Duty in the armed forces.

Example: We thank you for your military service.

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Station

Meaning: A place of duty or to assign to a place.

Example: Where is your new duty station?

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Train

Meaning: To teach someone skills for a job.

Example: They will train the new recruits next week.

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Training

Meaning: The process of learning skills.

Example: The pilot finished his flight training.

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Authority

Meaning: The right and power to command.

Example: You must obey those in authority.

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Honor

Meaning: Great respect or to show respect.

Example: It is a great honor to receive this award.

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Loyal

Meaning: Faithful to your country or friends.

Example: A soldier must be loyal to his nation.

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Responsibility

Meaning: Something you are in charge of.

Example: Safety is everyone’s responsibility.

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Salute

Meaning: A military sign of respect.

Example: You must salute an officer.

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Senior

Meaning: Having a higher rank or more experience.

Example: He is a senior officer in the Air Force.

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Subordinate

Meaning: A person lower in rank.

Example: He treats his subordinates with respect.

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Regulation

Meaning: An official rule for behavior.

Example: Follow the safety regulations at all times.

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Commissioned officer

Meaning: An officer rank of 2nd Lt or higher.

Example: He became a commissioned officer after graduation.

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Dismiss

Meaning: To allow or tell someone to leave.

Example: The class was dismissed at 4:00 p.m.

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Recruit

Meaning: A newly enlisted member.

Example: The new recruit is learning how to march.

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Discharge

Meaning: To officially release someone from the military.

Example: He received an honorable discharge.

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Re-enlist

Meaning: To join the military again after a contract ends.

Example: She decided to re-enlist for another four years.

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Veteran

Meaning: A person who was in the military before.

Example: My grandfather is a veteran of the war.

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Mission

Meaning: A specific task or goal.

Example: Their mission was to rescue the lost hikers.

5. Farming & Nature (25 words)

Words about farms, animals, plants, and nature.

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Barn

Meaning: A building on a farm for animals or crops.

Example: The farmer kept the tractor in the barn.

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Cattle

Meaning: Farm animals like cows kept for meat or milk.

Example: The rancher has a large herd of cattle.

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Cow

Meaning: An adult female farm animal that gives milk.

Example: We get fresh milk from the cows.

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Crop

Meaning: Plants grown on a farm for food.

Example: Corn is a very important crop in this region.

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Destroy

Meaning: To ruin something completely.

Example: The storm might destroy the crops.

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Destruction

Meaning: The act of ruining something.

Example: We saw the destruction caused by the fire.

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Dirt

Meaning: Earth or soil.

Example: Wash the dirt off your hands.

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Farm

Meaning: Land used for growing crops or animals.

Example: They live on a small vegetable farm.

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Farmer

Meaning: A person who manages a farm.

Example: The farmer is busy during the harvest.

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Forest

Meaning: A large area covered with trees.

Example: Many wild animals live in the forest.

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Harvest

Meaning: The time to gather crops or the act of gathering.

Example: Farmers work long hours during the harvest.

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Horse

Meaning: A large animal used for riding or pulling.

Example: He learned how to ride a horse at the ranch.

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Plant

Meaning: To put seeds in the soil or a living thing.

Example: We will plant the seeds in the spring.

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Raise

Meaning: To grow plants or take care of young animals/children.

Example: They raise chickens for eggs.

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Ranch

Meaning: A large farm for cattle or sheep.

Example: He works as a cowboy on a big ranch.

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Valley

Meaning: Low land between hills or mountains.

Example: The village is located in a green valley.

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Wheat

Meaning: A grain used to make flour for bread.

Example: The fields are full of golden wheat.

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Bloom

Meaning: To produce flowers.

Example: The roses will bloom in June.

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Graze

Meaning: To eat grass in a field.

Example: The sheep are grazing on the hillside.

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Soil

Meaning: The top layer of earth where plants grow.

Example: This soil is very good for gardening.

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Reflect

Meaning: To throw back light or an image.

Example: The water in the lake reflects the trees.

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Reflection

Meaning: An image you see in a mirror or water.

Example: He looked at his reflection in the window.

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Wild

Meaning: Living in nature without human care.

Example: There are many wild flowers in the field.

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Environment

Meaning: The natural world around us.

Example: We must work together to protect our environment.

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Reservoir

Meaning: A man-made lake used to store water.

Example: The city gets its water from the reservoir.

6. Social Events & Relationships (30 words)

Words about events, family, friends, and people.

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Anniversary

Meaning: The yearly return of a special date.

Example: Today is my parents’ 20th wedding anniversary.

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Celebrate

Meaning: To mark a special day with a party or fun.

Example: We are going to celebrate your birthday tonight.

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Ceremony

Meaning: A formal act for an important event.

Example: The graduation ceremony starts at 10:00.

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Club

Meaning: A group of people who join for a purpose.

Example: She joined a book club to meet new people.

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Guest

Meaning: A visitor at your home or a party.

Example: We invited ten guests to our dinner party.

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Invitation

Meaning: A message used to invite someone.

Example: I received an invitation to the wedding.

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Invite

Meaning: To ask someone to come to an event.

Example: Did you invite him to the barbecue?

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Reception

Meaning: A social party to receive guests.

Example: The wedding reception was held at a hotel.

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Wedding

Meaning: A ceremony where two people get married.

Example: It was a very beautiful wedding.

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Relationship

Meaning: The way people are connected.

Example: They have a very good working relationship.

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Divorce

Meaning: The legal end of a marriage.

Example: They decided to get a divorce last year.

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In-law

Meaning: A relative by marriage (like a mother-in-law).

Example: My in-laws are visiting us this weekend.

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Spouse

Meaning: A husband or a wife.

Example: Please write your spouse’s name on the form.

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Childhood

Meaning: The period of being a child.

Example: He had a very happy childhood.

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Remind

Meaning: To help someone remember something.

Example: Please remind me to call my mother.

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Relative

Meaning: A member of your family.

Example: All my relatives came to the reunion.

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Friendship

Meaning: The state of being friends.

Example: Our friendship started in elementary school.

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Gift

Meaning: A present.

Example: He gave her a nice gift for her birthday.

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Proud

Meaning: Feeling deep pleasure or satisfaction.

Example: His parents are very proud of his success.

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Grateful

Meaning: Feeling thankful.

Example: I am very grateful for all your help.

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Gratitude

Meaning: The feeling of being thankful.

Example: He wrote a letter to express his gratitude.

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Sympathy

Meaning: Sadness for another person’s problems.

Example: I have a lot of sympathy for those who lost their homes.

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Honest

Meaning: Truthful and sincere.

Example: Please give me an honest opinion.

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Generous

Meaning: Willing to give or share.

Example: It was very generous of you to pay for dinner.

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Selfish

Meaning: Caring only about yourself.

Example: Don’t be selfish; share your toys with your sister.

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Trust

Meaning: To believe someone is honest and good.

Example: You can trust him to keep a secret.

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Reliable

Meaning: Someone you can depend on.

Example: She is a very reliable worker.

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Friendly

Meaning: Acting as a friend; kind.

Example: The people in this town are very friendly.

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Clever

Meaning: Quick at learning or understanding.

Example: That was a very clever solution to the problem.

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Lazy

Meaning: Not wanting to work or be active.

Example: He is not lazy; he just needs a rest.

7. Travel, Transport & Places (25 words)

Words about trips, transport, countries, and places.

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Abroad

Meaning: In or to another country.

Example: He wants to travel abroad after graduation.

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Board

Meaning: To get on a plane, ship, or train.

Example: Passengers are ready to board the flight.

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Fare

Meaning: The price of a trip on a bus, train, or taxi.

Example: How much is the bus fare to the city?

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Foreign

Meaning: From a different country.

Example: I enjoy learning foreign languages.

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Passenger

Meaning: A person riding in a vehicle.

Example: The bus can carry fifty passengers.

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Tour

Meaning: A trip through a place to see it.

Example: We took a guided tour of the museum.

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Tourist

Meaning: A person traveling for fun.

Example: Many tourists visit Hawaii in the winter.

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Continent

Meaning: One of the seven large land masses on Earth.

Example: Asia is the largest continent.

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History

Meaning: The study of past events.

Example: We learned about the war in history class.

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Museum

Meaning: A building for art or science exhibits.

Example: Let’s visit the science museum today.

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Overseas

Meaning: Across the ocean; in another country.

Example: Many soldiers are assigned to duty overseas.

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Visa

Meaning: A document that allows you to enter a country.

Example: You need a visa to travel to some nations.

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Document

Meaning: Official papers that give information.

Example: Please bring your travel documents to the airport.

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Reason

Meaning: A cause or motive for something.

Example: What is the reason for your delay?

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Route

Meaning: A way to get from one place to another.

Example: This is the fastest route to the base.

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Destination

Meaning: The place where you are going.

Example: Our final destination is London.

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Canceled

Meaning: To call off a planned event.

Example: The flight was canceled because of the storm.

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Ticket

Meaning: A piece of paper that lets you travel or enter.

Example: Don’t forget your plane ticket.

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Depart

Meaning: To leave a place.

Example: The train will depart at 9:00 a.m.

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Arrive

Meaning: To reach a place.

Example: We will arrive at the hotel in an hour.

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Location

Meaning: A specific place or position.

Example: This is a perfect location for a new park.

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Terminal

Meaning: A building where passengers arrive and leave.

Example: We met at the airport terminal.

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Transportation

Meaning: A way of carrying people or goods.

Example: Public transportation is very good in this city.

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Direct

Meaning: Going straight without stopping.

Example: There is a direct flight from New York to Paris.

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Group

Meaning: A number of people or things together.

Example: A large group of tourists arrived at the hotel.

8. Health & Medicine (25 words)

Words about health, medicine, doctors, and the body.

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Allergic

Meaning: Having a physical sensitivity to something.

Example: He is allergic to cats.

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Allergy

Meaning: The physical sensitivity itself.

Example: She has a severe food allergy.

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Aspirin

Meaning: Medicine used to reduce pain or fever.

Example: Take an aspirin for your headache.

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Blood

Meaning: The red fluid that flows in our bodies.

Example: The nurse took a blood sample.

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Blood pressure

Meaning: The force of blood in your body.

Example: The doctor checked his blood pressure.

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Clinic

Meaning: A place for medical treatment.

Example: He went to the dental clinic for a checkup.

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Dizzy

Meaning: Feeling unsteady or faint.

Example: She felt dizzy and had to sit down.

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Examine

Meaning: To look at something closely.

Example: The doctor will examine your throat.

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Injury

Meaning: Physical harm or a wound.

Example: He suffered a leg injury during the game.

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Medication

Meaning: A drug or medicine.

Example: Are you taking any medication right now?

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Muscle

Meaning: Part of the body used for movement.

Example: Exercise helps to build strong muscles.

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Operation

Meaning: A medical surgery.

Example: He is recovering from a heart operation.

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Pharmacy

Meaning: A store where you buy medicine.

Example: Take this prescription to the pharmacy.

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Pill

Meaning: A small tablet of medicine.

Example: Take one pill with water after breakfast.

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Prescription

Meaning: A doctor’s written order for medicine.

Example: The doctor gave him a prescription for his cold.

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Pulse

Meaning: The regular beating of your heart.

Example: The nurse measured his pulse rate.

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Recovery

Meaning: A return to good health.

Example: We wish you a very speedy recovery.

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Surgeon

Meaning: A doctor who performs operations.

Example: The surgeon is very skilled and experienced.

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Treatment

Meaning: Medical care for an illness.

Example: This new treatment is very effective.

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Physical

Meaning: Related to the body.

Example: He went to the hospital for a physical exam.

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Health

Meaning: The general condition of the body or mind.

Example: Eating fruit is good for your health.

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Cure

Meaning: To make someone healthy again after illness.

Example: Doctors are trying to find a cure for the disease.

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Diagnosis

Meaning: Finding out what is wrong with a patient.

Example: The doctor gave him a diagnosis of the flu.

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Skeleton

Meaning: The system of bones in the body.

Example: We saw a human skeleton in the biology lab.

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Vision

Meaning: The ability to see.

Example: He wears glasses to improve his vision.

9. Arts, Education & Personality (30 words)

Words about art, school, learning, and personality.

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Act

Meaning: To perform in a play or movie.

Example: He wants to act in a professional movie.

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Actor

Meaning: A man who acts in a play or movie.

Example: He is a very famous Hollywood actor.

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Actress

Meaning: A woman who acts in a play or movie.

Example: She won an award for best actress.

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Comedy

Meaning: A funny play or film with a happy ending.

Example: We watched a funny comedy on TV.

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Concert

Meaning: A musical performance.

Example: I am going to a rock concert on Saturday.

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Drama

Meaning: A serious play or story.

Example: This new movie is a powerful drama.

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Instrument

Meaning: An object played to make music.

Example: The guitar is a popular musical instrument.

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Musician

Meaning: A person who plays music.

Example: My brother is a very talented musician.

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Perform

Meaning: To act, sing, or dance for others.

Example: The band will perform their new song tonight.

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Theater

Meaning: A building where plays or movies are shown.

Example: We went to the theater to see a play.

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Appearance

Meaning: The way someone or something looks.

Example: You should care about your professional appearance.

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Attractive

Meaning: Pleasing or appealing to look at.

Example: She is a very attractive woman.

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Character

Meaning: The qualities that make a person different.

Example: He is a man of strong character.

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Neat

Meaning: Clean and organized.

Example: Her desk is always very neat.

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Personality

Meaning: A person’s characteristics or behavior.

Example: She has a very bright and friendly personality.

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Academic

Meaning: Related to teaching or studying.

Example: He had a very successful academic career.

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Academy

Meaning: A school for special skills.

Example: He graduated from the military academy.

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Graduate

Meaning: To finish a course of study.

Example: I will graduate from college next June.

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Semester

Meaning: One of two periods in a school year.

Example: We have four final exams this semester.

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Qualified

Meaning: Having the skills or training needed.

Example: She is highly qualified for the position.

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Motivate

Meaning: To provide a reason or incentive.

Example: A good teacher knows how to motivate students.

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Knowledge

Meaning: Information learned through study.

Example: He has a lot of knowledge about computers.

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Skill

Meaning: An ability learned through training.

Example: Typing is an important skill for an office job.

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Subject

Meaning: A field of study (like math or science).

Example: History is my favorite subject in school.

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Lecture

Meaning: A talk given to a group.

Example: We attended a lecture on world history.

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Patience

Meaning: The ability to wait or endure.

Example: You need a lot of patience to learn a language.

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Trait

Meaning: A specific quality of a person.

Example: Kindness is his best trait.

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Success

Meaning: Achieving what was planned.

Example: Hard work is the key to success.

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Intelligent

Meaning: Smart; having a good mind.

Example: He is an intelligent student who learns fast.

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Talent

Meaning: A natural ability to do something well.

Example: She has a great talent for painting.

10. Technology & Electricity (30 words)

Words about computers, tools, machines, and electricity.

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Hardware

Meaning: The physical pieces of a computer.

Example: A printer is an example of computer hardware.

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Software

Meaning: The programs used on a computer.

Example: I need to install new software on my laptop.

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Install

Meaning: To put equipment in place and make it ready.

Example: We are going to install a new air conditioner.

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Monitor

Meaning: A computer screen.

Example: Look at the monitor to see the results.

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Organize

Meaning: To put things in an orderly way.

Example: You should organize your files on the computer.

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Assemble

Meaning: To put parts together.

Example: It took two hours to assemble the new desk.

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Battery

Meaning: A device that stores electricity.

Example: My phone battery is almost dead.

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Circuit

Meaning: The path that electricity flows through.

Example: The electric circuit was broken by the storm.

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Conductor

Meaning: A material that electricity can pass through.

Example: Copper is a very good conductor of electricity.

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Current

Meaning: The flow of electricity.

Example: Be careful; the electric current is very strong.

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Generator

Meaning: A machine that produces electricity.

Example: We use a generator when the power goes out.

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Insulate

Meaning: To cover to prevent electricity/heat escape.

Example: We must insulate the wires to make them safe.

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Power

Meaning: Energy used to operate a machine.

Example: Turn off the power before you fix the lamp.

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Wiring

Meaning: The system of wires in a building.

Example: The old house needs new electrical wiring.

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Adjust

Meaning: To change something to make it suitable.

Example: You can adjust the height of your chair.

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Component

Meaning: One of the parts of a machine.

Example: Each component of the engine is important.

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Data

Meaning: Information or facts.

Example: We need to enter the data into the computer.

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Generate

Meaning: To produce something.

Example: These machines generate a lot of noise.

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Powerful

Meaning: Having a lot of force or strength.

Example: This car has a very powerful engine.

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Voltage

Meaning: The measurement of electrical force.

Example: High voltage can be very dangerous.

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Device

Meaning: A tool or machine for a special job.

Example: A smartphone is a very useful device.

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Automatic

Meaning: Working by itself.

Example: Most new cars have automatic windows.

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Mechanism

Meaning: A set of moving parts.

Example: The mechanism of the lock is very simple.

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System

Meaning: An arrangement of things that work together.

Example: The heating system is not working today.

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Technical

Meaning: Related to machines or industrial arts.

Example: He goes to a technical school to learn mechanics.

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Electric

Meaning: Worked by or producing electricity.

Example: We have an electric stove in our kitchen.

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Switch

Meaning: A device for turning electricity on or off.

Example: Where is the light switch in this room?

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Cord

Meaning: An insulated wire for connecting appliances.

Example: Don’t pull the cord; use the plug instead.

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Voltage

Meaning: A system of measurement for electrical force.

Example: Make sure the voltage is correct for this machine.

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Electricity

Meaning: Power that provides light and heat.

Example: The city lost electricity during the hurricane.

11. Weather, Disasters & Logic (25 words)

Words about weather, danger, and simple logic.

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Condition

Meaning: The state of something.

Example: The road conditions are very dangerous today.

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Damage

Meaning: Harm or loss to something.

Example: The wind caused a lot of damage to the roof.

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Danger

Meaning: The possibility of harm.

Example: The signs warn people about the danger.

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Flood

Meaning: An overflowing of water.

Example: The heavy rain caused a flood in the streets.

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Fog

Meaning: A thick mist that makes it hard to see.

Example: Driving was difficult because of the thick fog.

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Forecast

Meaning: A prediction of future events (like weather).

Example: The weather forecast says it will be sunny.

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Hurricane

Meaning: A powerful storm with high winds.

Example: The hurricane destroyed many beach houses.

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Lightning

Meaning: A flash of light in the sky.

Example: Don’t stand under a tree during lightning.

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Severe

Meaning: Very serious or harmful.

Example: The storm was severe and lasted all night.

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Thunder

Meaning: The loud noise after lightning.

Example: I heard the sound of thunder in the distance.

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Tornado

Meaning: A storm with very strong spinning winds.

Example: The tornado lifted the roof off the house.

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Warn

Meaning: To caution someone about danger.

Example: We must warn the residents to evacuate.

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Visibility

Meaning: How clear it is to see.

Example: Visibility was very low during the storm.

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Evacuate

Meaning: To move people away from danger.

Example: People had to evacuate their homes.

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Hazardous

Meaning: Very dangerous.

Example: Icy roads are hazardous for driving.

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Certain

Meaning: Sure; positive.

Example: I am certain that he will arrive on time.

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Conclude

Meaning: To finish or decide something.

Example: We can conclude that the plan was successful.

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Definite

Meaning: Clear; without any doubt.

Example: We need a definite answer by tomorrow.

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Effective

Meaning: Producing the result you want.

Example: This is a very effective way to study.

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Immediate

Meaning: Happening right away.

Example: We need an immediate response to our request.

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Probable

Meaning: Likely to happen.

Example: It is probable that it will rain this afternoon.

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Specific

Meaning: Particular or exact.

Example: Can you give me a specific example?

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Sufficient

Meaning: Enough or adequate.

Example: We don’t have sufficient time to finish.

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Therefore

Meaning: For that reason.

Example: He was sick and therefore stayed home.

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Strategy

Meaning: A skillful plan to reach a goal.

Example: The general planned a new military strategy.

Summary: These 300 words are useful for intermediate ALCPT study. Review them by topic. Practice the example sentences many times. Small daily study can help you build strong vocabulary.