C2 English Vocabulary

Without any faults or errors; perfect

Knowledge of something before it happens

In a wasteful or unproductive manner

A large pot used for boiling

To protest or object strongly

A large wide-mouthed pitcher or jug with a handle

An artificial sweetener much sweeter than sugar

Extremely greedy for wealth or material gain

Capable of being inherited or genetically transmitted

The act of distributing resources or funds again in a new way

Excessively sweet or sentimental; an artificial sweetener

Done carelessly or hastily; slapdash

A craftsperson who works with stone

To intimidate or bully someone with an overbearing manner

A bold, reckless outlaw or criminal

A phrase or expression characteristic of a person or group

Skillful and nimble with one's hands

Lacking grace or refinement

To manipulate electoral district boundaries for political advantage; the act of doing so

Having no equal; incomparable

Habitually complaining or whining

Agreement or harmony; repetition of consonant sounds

To tear or split apart violently

A ritual or ceremonial washing of the body

Not receiving enough food or nutrients for healthy growth

Easily irritated or bad-tempered over small matters

A symmetrical open curve; the path of a projectile under gravity

The handle of a tool or weapon

A man excessively concerned with his appearance; a dandy

A biological agent posing a risk to health or the environment

Simple and natural; without guile or deception

To make familiar again

A criminal or evildoer

The upper atmospheric layer containing free electrons that reflect radio waves

Producing harsh, unpleasant, or discordant sounds

A large, low-pitched woodwind instrument with a double reed

Relating to an oracle; prophetic and enigmatic

A state of sadness or low spirits

To drink eagerly in large gulps; a large hearty drink

A shopkeeper who sells fresh fruit and vegetables

Very eager, excited, or full of anticipation

Enthusiastic approval or applause; unopposed election

To make foolish or ineffective; to stifle creativity

In a manner showing strong desire for success or achievement

Lack of sincerity or truthfulness; hypocrisy

Excessive self-importance or grandness in manner

To satisfy thirst or a strong desire; to cool or quench

Able to be explained