CET-6 Vocabulary

Deviating from what is typical or normal

Not suitable or appropriate; not conforming to social standards

A fast-growing grass with hard hollow stems used in construction and crafts

Moving or directed toward a lower level

Resistant to rust and corrosion; spotless; short for stainless steel

To step or walk on something; a footstep or the grooved surface of a tyre

The combination of elements into a whole; chemical production from simpler substances

A tendency or preference; a physical tilt or slope

Including everything or everyone within a range

On or near the surface only; lacking depth or thoroughness

A short burst of breath or smoke; to emit puffs; to pant

Special equipment or gear; to set up or manipulate dishonestly

To interpret something incorrectly

A short pleasure trip or outing

Relating to a career or practical skills training

A long green vegetable with crisp white flesh

To make or become sharp or more precise

Not straight; bent or curved; dishonest or corrupt

Adequate and meeting requirements

A paid arrangement for regular access to a service or publication

Legally responsible; likely or prone to something

An instrument for magnifying very small objects

A long pole with a sharp tip used as a weapon; to pierce with such a weapon

Any day of the week that is not the weekend

A dormitory building or room for students

Extra time worked beyond regular hours; extra pay for such work; an extra period of play

A bitter taste or feeling of resentment

A vertical shaft carrying smoke out of a building

A long narrow channel in a surface; a fixed routine

To pass on information or signals; a system of taking turns or replacing

To distribute or give out; to prepare and supply medicine

To run slowly for exercise; a gentle nudge

The quality of being cruel; indifference to or pleasure in causing suffering

A portable light enclosed in a protective transparent case

A high flat area of land; a stable level after growth

To kill animals or people in large numbers; a massacre

A brave or admirable woman; the main female character in a story

A looking back on or reflection of past events; as a verb, to engage in such reflection

A pace between a walk and a run; to move at such a pace

To mix together; to socialize with others

On the outer edge; of minor importance; an external computer device

A close-fitting garment for the foot and leg; a Christmas gift bag

The friendly and generous reception and entertainment of guests

A tall water-side grass plant; a vibrating strip in a wind instrument

Absolutely essential or urgent; a command or critical requirement

To express pleasure at someone's success or good fortune

The act of pressing into a smaller space; reduction of data size

The system of rules for the structure and correct use of a language