C2 English Vocabulary

The study of paranormal phenomena such as telepathy and ghosts

A long arthropod with many pairs of legs

In a way that evokes strong feelings or memories

A paid position requiring little or no work

Not capable of surviving or succeeding

Relating to a hobby rather than a profession

The diameter of a gun barrel; the quality or level of ability (British spelling)

Having a psychological rather than physical origin

A substance dissolved in a liquid

The quality of being in agreement or harmony

A substance that causes liquid to coagulate or solidify

Dangerous or precarious; extremely

Having the sun as the center, especially of the solar system

In a cheerful, carefree manner

Water that flows naturally from a spring

A person who builds and repairs ships

Complete emptiness; lack of meaningful content

A person engaged in drunken revelry; relating to wild, drunken celebration

To increase power or importance; to exaggerate or make appear greater

In a manner befitting a president

Severe criticism or punishment

A gem cutter or engraver; relating to gems; (of writing) elegantly concise

Lack of modesty or decency

To detract from or belittle; to partially repeal a law

The cancellation or annulment of a contract or law

The science of diet and nutrition

To make extremely dry or scorched through heat

In an unlawful or unauthorized manner

A person who experiences something; a linguistic thematic role

Excessive or exaggerated public praise

A greenhouse for growing plants; a military prison

Existing together at the same time or place

Grossly unfair or wicked

Transparent; clear and easy to understand

Easily angered; quick-tempered and irritable

In a manner relating to local government

To clear someone of blame or guilt

An opposing force; a military strategy targeting enemy weapons

In a satirical or ironic manner

Able to be assigned a specific date

Lacking sensation or consciousness; unfeeling or cruel

The quality of being insincere or dishonest while appearing candid

In a manner showing victory or success

Extreme greediness in eating or desire

The act of damaging or spoiling the appearance of something

The ability to notice and understand things quickly; keen insight

In a clear and understandable manner

Relating to food, nutrition, or digestion