B2 English Vocabulary

In a genuine and honest manner

Similar or comparable to something else in certain respects

A faint or brief flash of light; to shine softly

A religious or political group that has broken away from a larger body

A rotational twisting force

The means of maintaining life at a basic level

To take away a number or amount from another

To feed and support growth; to encourage or foster

Feeling displeased or not content

A device that broadcasts radio or TV signals; one who transmits something

Added to supplement or make up a deficiency

A trial performance to assess a performer's suitability; to take part in such a trial

Causing addiction; highly habit-forming

Too unpleasant or painful to endure

A person from Portugal or the language spoken there and in Brazil; relating to Portugal

A device that projects images or video onto a screen

Relating to the time before written records; extremely ancient

Fluent and persuasive in speech or writing

Throughout the entire world

A vivid bright red colour; of such a colour

Bad luck; an unfortunate event or accident

A person who mistreats others or misuses something

Deep respect and awe, especially in a sacred context; to show such respect

A person who gives lectures, especially at a university

To openly declare or claim something; to affirm one's belief

A car with a foldable roof; able to be converted or exchanged

A state of shame or dishonor; to bring shame upon someone

In a bright or impressively clever manner

To manufacture something; to invent a false story

A feeling or expression of not approving of something

The colour and appearance of facial skin; the general character of something

Feeling overwhelming happiness or delight

Physically strong and able to endure harsh conditions; (of plants) frost-resistant

The science and practice of managing forests

Relating to or useful for predicting future events

The quality of being easy to reach or use; usability for people with disabilities

To separate or remove from something else

A natural talent; funds donated to support an institution

A sliding fastener with interlocking teeth; to close with a zipper

Of only average or below-average quality; not impressive

To breathe noisily during sleep; the sound produced

Torn and worn into ragged pieces

With complete agreement from everyone

The act of removing something; a person's ancestry

Deserving great respect and praise

A sworn written statement used as legal evidence

Having a manner that commands respect and poise

A hereditary social class, especially in Hindu society