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8,130 words, searchable by word, definition, part of speech, and CEFR level.

fitness Noun A1

The condition of being physically healthy and strong, especially through exercise.

five Noun A1

The number after four and before six.

fix Verb A1

To repair something that is broken or not working properly.

fixed Adjective B1

Set firmly in place, or not changing.

fixture Noun A2

Something permanently attached to a building, or a regularly scheduled sports event.

fjord Noun B1

A long, narrow inlet of the sea between steep cliffs, formed by a glacier in the distant past.

flag Noun A1

A piece of cloth with a design on it that represents a country, team, or idea.

flagellum Noun C1

A long, whip-like structure that certain cells or microorganisms use to move.

flagrant Adjective C1

Very obvious and shocking, especially describing something wrong or illegal.

flair Noun A2

A natural talent for doing something well, or a stylish quality.

flame Noun A1

The bright, hot, glowing part of a fire.

flamingo Noun A1

A tall wading bird with pink feathers and long, thin legs.

flash Noun A1

A brief, sudden burst of light, or a short instant of time.

flashback Noun B1

A scene in a story that interrupts the present action to show something that happened earlier.

flashlight Noun A1

A small, portable light powered by batteries, held in the hand.

flashpoint Noun B1

A place or moment where conflict or violence is likely to suddenly break out.

flat Adjective A1

Level and smooth, without any curves, bumps, or slopes.

flat character Noun B2

A character with only one or two simple traits who does not change over the course of a story.

flattery Noun C1

Excessive or insincere praise, often given to gain favor.

flavor Noun A1

The particular taste of a food or drink.

flawed Adjective A2

Having a fault or weakness that reduces quality or value.

fledgling Noun C1

A young bird that has just grown feathers needed to fly, or, figuratively, someone or something new and inexperienced.

fleeting Adjective C1

Lasting for only a short time.

fleming's rule Noun B2

Either of two rules that use the fingers of the hand to predict the direction of force, current or magnetic field in an electric motor or generator.

flexible Adjective B1

Able to bend or change easily without breaking, or willing to adjust to new conditions.

flight Noun A1

A journey made by air, or the act of flying, or a set of stairs.

flint Noun A2

A hard gray stone that produces sparks when struck against steel, historically used to start fires.

flip Verb A1

To turn something over quickly, often with a sudden movement.

float Verb A1

To stay on the surface of a liquid or in the air, without sinking.

flock Noun A1

A group of birds, sheep, or goats that stay or move together.

flood Noun A2

A large amount of water covering land that is usually dry.

floodplain Noun B1

The flat area of land next to a river that is naturally covered with water when the river overflows.

floodwater Noun A2

Water that has overflowed from a river, lake, or sea and covers normally dry land.

floor Noun A1

The flat surface at the bottom of a room that people walk on, or a level of a building.

flora Noun B1

The plants of a particular region, habitat, or time period, considered as a group.

florid Adjective C1

Elaborate and heavily decorated, especially in writing or speech, or, of a face, reddish.

florist Noun A1

A person or shop that sells and arranges flowers.

flounder Verb B1

To struggle awkwardly, often out of confusion or difficulty, without making progress.

flour Noun A1

A fine powder made from ground grain, used to make bread and cakes.

flourish Verb A2

To grow or develop successfully and vigorously.

flourishing Adjective B1

Growing or developing very successfully and strongly.

flout Verb C1

To openly disregard a rule, law, or convention.

flow Verb A2

To move steadily and continuously, like a liquid.

flower Noun A1

The colorful part of a plant that often smells sweet and attracts insects.

flu Noun A1

A common illness caused by a virus that brings fever, aches, and tiredness.

fluctuate Verb B2

To rise and fall irregularly, changing frequently.

fluctuation Noun B1

A change in level or amount, especially one that happens repeatedly and unpredictably.

fluent Adjective A2

Able to speak or write a language easily and accurately.