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Wordabulary

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

alphabetical Adjective A1

Arranged in the order of the letters A to Z.

alpine Adjective B1

Relating to high mountains, especially the Alps or similar mountain ranges.

already Adverb A1

Before now, or earlier than expected.

also Adverb A1

In addition, as well.

alter Verb A1

To change something, usually in a small or specific way.

altercation Noun B1

A noisy or angry argument or disagreement, sometimes involving physical contact.

alternating current Noun B2

An electric current that regularly reverses direction, unlike current that flows one way only.

alternative Noun B1

A different option that can be chosen instead of something else.

although Conjunction A2

Used to introduce a statement that contrasts with another part of the sentence.

altitude Noun B1

The height of something above sea level.

altogether Adverb A2

Completely, or when everything is considered together as a whole.

altruism Noun B2

Unselfish concern for the wellbeing of others.

altruistic Adjective B1

Caring about the welfare of others more than your own interest.

always Adverb A1

At all times, every single time, without exception.

amalgam Noun B1

A mixture or combination of different things, especially one that forms something new.

amalgamate Verb B1

To combine two or more things, often organizations, into a single one.

amaze Verb A1

To surprise someone so much that they feel wonder or disbelief.

amazed Adjective A1

Feeling great surprise or wonder.

amazing Adjective A1

Causing great surprise or wonder because it is so impressive.

ambassador Noun B1

An official who represents their country in a foreign nation.

amber Noun A1

A hard, golden-brown material formed from ancient tree resin, often used in jewelry, or the color of this material.

ambiguity Noun B1

The quality of having more than one possible meaning, causing confusion or uncertainty.

ambiguous Adjective B2

Having more than one possible meaning, so it isn't clear which one is intended.

ambition Noun A2

A strong desire to achieve something, especially success, power, or recognition.

ambitious Adjective B2

Having a strong desire to achieve success, power, or a difficult goal.

ambivalence Noun B1

A state of having mixed or conflicting feelings about someone or something.

ambivalent Adjective B2

Having mixed or contradictory feelings about something.

ambulance Noun A1

A vehicle used to carry sick or injured people to the hospital quickly.

ameliorate Verb B1

To make a bad situation better, though not necessarily perfect.

amenable Adjective C1

Willing to agree or go along with a suggestion.

amend Verb B1

To make small changes to a document or law in order to improve or correct it.

amendment Noun B1

A formal change or addition made to a law, document, or agreement.

amenity Noun C1

A feature that makes a place more pleasant or comfortable to live in or visit.

amiable Adjective C1

Friendly and pleasant, easy to get along with.

amicable Adjective B1

Friendly and conducted without arguing, especially when settling a disagreement.

amino acid Noun B2

A small molecule that joins with others to form proteins.

amnesty Noun B1

An official pardon that forgives people for certain past offenses, often granted by a government.

among Preposition A1

Surrounded by, or included within, a group of three or more things.

amorous Adjective C1

Showing or feeling romantic or sexual love.

amorphous Adjective B1

Without a clear, fixed shape or structure.

amortize Verb C1

To gradually pay off a debt through regular payments over time, or to spread the cost of something over its useful life.

amount Noun A1

A quantity of something, especially one that can be measured.

ampere Noun B1

The standard unit used to measure the strength of an electric current.

amphibian Noun A2

An animal, such as a frog, that can live both in water and on land.

ample Adjective A2

More than enough for a particular purpose.

amplifier Noun B2

A device that increases the strength of an electrical signal, especially to make sound louder.

amplify Verb B2

To increase the strength, volume, or effect of something.

amplitude Noun B2

The maximum extent of a wave's movement from its resting position, related to how much energy it carries.