A2 English Vocabulary

A heavy outpouring of gunfire or criticism (n.); to overwhelm with such (v.)

An electrically charged atom or group of atoms

A mark left by pressing; to stamp or fix firmly in the mind

An employee who greets visitors and answers calls at a front desk

Feeling a need to drink; eagerly craving something

A word that describes a noun

Rock containing metals or gems mined for their value

The way a person or thing acts in a given situation

To talk idly and at length; rapid trivial talk or noise

Finished; fully done

The process of pursuing a romantic relationship, often leading to marriage

A partial refund of money paid; to return part of a payment

A popular 1970s dance music style; a nightclub for dancing

A storm with thunder, lightning, and heavy rain

To dig up; to discover something hidden

Tending to hint at something; often implying something sexual or improper

A single sheet of glass in a window; a panel or section

One who feeds or supplies; a tributary

An official who manages an organization's finances

Proposed or implied without being stated directly

A particular area or neighbourhood; the position of something

Avoiding social contact; hostile to society

In a remarkably noticeable way

In a consistent and even manner

A shelf for storing books

Intending to kill; extremely violent or dangerous

Located in or towards the interior of a country, away from the coast

at a greater distance or extent; additional; to promote progress

Something very small; miniature

Having emotional or mental problems; deeply upset

To make very angry or drive crazy

Elegant movement or manner; divine favour; a prayer before meals

The roof of the mouth; one's sense of taste or appreciation

Without achieving the desired result

A metric unit of volume equal to one cubic decimetre

To make or become faster; to stimulate or give new life to

To change the direction or destination of something

Feeling or expressing great happiness

Tending to hide information or keep things secret

Responding to stimuli; readily undergoing reactions

Strikingly different when compared

Impossible to avoid; certain to happen

A sweetened drink made from lemon juice and water

A vehicle designed to travel through outer space

Travelling to or performing in different places; the activity of sightseeing travel

In a way that can be expected or anticipated

To touch gently and lovingly; a gentle loving touch

A device for lifting heavy objects; to lift or raise