B2 English Vocabulary 2

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accurate

Correct, exact, and without errors. The weather forecast was surprisingly accurate this weekend.

adequate

Satisfactory or acceptable in quality or quantity. Her salary is adequate to cover basic living expenses.

alter

To change or make different. We had to alter our travel plans due to heavy snowfall.

ambiguous

Open to more than one interpretation; unclear. His ambiguous reply left everyone wondering what he meant.

anticipate

To expect or predict something. We anticipate a sharp increase in sales before the holidays.

apparent

Clearly visible or understood; obvious. It became apparent that the project would miss its deadline.

approach

A way of dealing with a situation or problem. The school is trying a new approach to teach mathematics.

appropriate

Suitable or proper in the circumstances. Wear appropriate clothing for a formal job interview.

assess

To evaluate or estimate the nature or quality of something. The committee will assess the damage caused by the storm.

assume

To suppose something to be true without proof. It is dangerous to assume you know what customers want.

benefit from

To receive an advantage or gain from something. Students greatly benefit from practical work experience.

brief

Lasting only a short time; concise. The director gave a brief introduction before the presentation started.

capable

Having the ability, fitness, or quality necessary to do something. She is capable of handling difficult negotiations.

clarify

To make a statement or situation less confused and easier to understand. Could you please clarify what you mean by that remark?

come up with

To produce or suggest an idea or plan. We need to come up with a solution before the meeting ends.

compensate

To pay someone to replace loss, suffering, or injury. The company offered to compensate travelers for the delayed flight.

consequence

A result or effect of an action or condition. He drove through a red light and had to face the consequences.

considerable

Notably large in size, amount, or extent. They spent a considerable amount of money renovating their apartment.

consistent

Acting or done in the same way over time; unchanging. Regular practice is the only way to achieve consistent results.

cope with

To deal effectively with something difficult. Many commuters struggle to cope with the daily rush hour traffic.

crucial

Decisive or critical, especially in the success or failure of something. Teamwork is crucial when working on large projects.

demonstrate

To clearly show the existence or truth of something. Research continues to demonstrate the health benefits of walking.

drawback

A feature that renders something less acceptable; a disadvantage. The only drawback of living downtown is the street noise.

elaborate

To add more detail concerning what has already been said. Could you elaborate on your proposal during tomorrow's session?

emphasize

To give special importance or prominence to something. Our teacher always emphasizes the importance of good grammar.

enable

To give someone the authority or means to do something. The scholarship will enable her to study abroad for a year.

ensure

To make certain that something will occur or be so. Please ensure all doors are locked before leaving the building.

estimate

To roughly calculate or judge the value, number, or quantity. Experts estimate that the repair work will take three weeks.

eventually

In the end, especially after a long delay or series of problems. After hours of searching, they eventually found the lost keys.

evidence

Information indicating whether a belief or proposition is true. There is strong evidence that regular exercise reduces stress.

figure out

To solve or understand something through thought. It took me a while to figure out how to operate the new software.

fundamental

Forming a necessary base or core; essential. Freedom of speech is a fundamental human right.

get rid of

To discard or remove something unwanted. We spent the weekend cleaning up to get rid of old clutter.

gradually

In a gradual way; slowly over a period of time. His English skills have gradually improved over the past six months.

impact

A marked effect or influence. The rise of social media had a profound impact on communication.

implement

To put a decision, plan, or agreement into effect. The management decided to implement new safety rules.

in terms of

With regard to the specific aspect mentioned. In terms of price, this laptop is definitely the best deal.

indicate

To point out or show something clearly. The survey results indicate that consumers prefer eco-friendly products.

inevitable

Certain to happen; unavoidable. With such rapid expansion, some organizational issues were inevitable.

initial

Existing or occurring at the beginning. My initial reaction was surprise, but then I understood the decision.

keep track of

To remain informed about where someone or something is. Use this app to keep track of your daily spending.

look into

To investigate or examine the facts about a problem. The police promised to look into the neighborhood complaint.

maintain

To cause something to continue or preserve in a specified state. It is hard to maintain a work-life balance during busy seasons.

neglect

To fail to care for properly. You should not neglect your health while working long hours.

obtain

To acquire or get something, usually through effort. You must obtain a permit before starting construction.

on the other hand

Used to introduce a contrasting point of view. The house is cheap; on the other hand, it needs a lot of repairs.

outcome

The way a thing turns out; a consequence. We are waiting patiently for the outcome of the election.

overall

Taking everything into account; in general. The overall performance of the team exceeded our expectations.

participate

To take part in an action or event. All students are encouraged to participate in extracurricular clubs.

persist

To continue firmly in an opinion or course of action despite difficulty. If the symptoms persist, you should consult a doctor.

postpone

To delay an event and decide it will happen at a later time. The game was postponed until next week due to torrential rain.

precise

Marked by exactness and accuracy of detail. Could you provide a more precise explanation of what went wrong?

predict

To say or estimate that a specified thing will happen in the future. Economists predict that interest rates will drop soon.

prior to

Before a particular time or event. Prior to moving to France, he spent six months studying French.

pursue

To follow or try to achieve something over a period of time. She decided to pursue a degree in environmental science.

regardless of

Without being influenced by; despite. Everyone can join the competition regardless of age or experience.

reluctant

Unwilling and hesitant to do something. He was reluctant to admit his mistake in front of colleagues.

rely on

To depend on someone or something with trust. We rely on public transportation to get to the office every day.

require

To need something for a purpose; to make necessary. Most university courses require regular attendance and coursework.

significance

The quality of being worthy of attention; importance. Historians debated the significance of the treaty for years.