a

accept ·verb (AGREE TO TAKE)

Definition: to agree to take something that is offered to you Level: B1

a

achieve ·verb

Definition: to succeed in doing something good, usually by working hard Level: B1

a

achievement ·noun

Definition: something very good and difficult that you have succeeded in doing Level: B1

a

act ·verb (BEHAVE)

Definition: to behave in a particular way Level: B1

a

action ·noun (ACTIVITY)

Definition: things which are happening, especially exciting or important things Level: B1

a

arrange ·verb (PLAN)

Definition: to make the necessary plans and preparations for something to happen Level: B1

a

arrangement ·noun (PLANS)

Definition: plans for how something will happen Level: B1

a

arrival ·noun

Definition: when someone or something arrives somewhere Level: B1

a

attach ·verb (CONNECT)

Definition: to connect or fix one thing to another Level: B1

a

attack ·verb (TRY TO HURT)

Definition: to try to hurt or defeat using violence Level: B1

a

attack ·noun

Definition: a violent act intended to hurt or damage someone or something Level: B1

a

attempt ·verb

Definition: to try to do something, especially something difficult Level: B1

a

attend ·verb (BE PRESENT)

Definition: to go to an event, place, etc. Level: B1

a

avoid ·verb (STAY AWAY FROM)

Definition: to stay away from a person, place, situation, etc. Level: B1

b

babysit ·verb

Definition: to look after someone's child in their home while they are not there Level: B1

b

behave ·verb (IN A PARTICULAR WAY)

Definition: to do or say things in a particular way Level: B1

b

bite ·verb

Definition: to cut something using your teeth Level: B1

b

blow ·verb (PERSON)

Definition: to force air out through your mouth Level: B1

b

bomb ·verb

Definition: to attack a place using bombs Level: B1

b

bury ·verb (DEAD BODY)

Definition: to put a dead body into the ground Level: B1

c

cancel ·verb

Definition: to decide that an organized event will not now happen, or to stop an order for goods or services that you no longer want Level: B1

c

carry ·verb (HAVE WITH YOU)

Definition: to have something with you all the time Level: B1

c

catch ·verb (STOP ESCAPING)

Definition: to find and stop a person or animal that is trying to escape Level: B1

c

change ·verb (IN STORE)

Definition: to take something you have bought back to a store and exchange it for something else Level: B1

c

check ·verb (FIND OUT)

Definition: to find out about something Level: B1

c

check ·noun (EXAMINATION)

Definition: an examination of something in order to make certain that it is correct or the way it should be Level: B1

c

choice ·noun (RIGHT)

Definition: when you can choose between two or more things, or the decision to choose one thing or person and not someone or something else Level: B1

c

circle ·verb (DRAW)

Definition: to draw a circle around something Level: B1

c

clap ·verb

Definition: to hit your hands together, often repeatedly, especially in order to show you enjoyed a performance Level: B1

c

collect ·verb (BRING TOGETHER)

Definition: to get things from different places and bring them together Level: B1

c

comb ·verb

Definition: to use a comb to make your hair neat Level: B1

c

compete ·verb (SPORTS)

Definition: to take part in a race or competition Level: B1

c

connect ·verb (JOIN)

Definition: to join or be joined with something else Level: B1

c

continue ·verb (BEGIN AGAIN)

Definition: to start doing or saying something again, after stopping for a short period Level: B1

c

control ·verb (HAVE POWER OVER)

Definition: to make someone or something do what you want Level: B1

c

cough ·verb

Definition: to force air out of your lungs through your throat with a short loud sound Level: B1

c

count ·verb (SEE HOW MANY)

Definition: to see how many people or things there are Level: B1

c

crash ·verb (VEHICLE)

Definition: to have an accident in a vehicle Level: B1

c

create ·verb

Definition: to make something happen or exist Level: B1

c

cycle ·verb

Definition: to ride a bicycle Level: B1

d

damage ·verb

Definition: to harm, break or spoil something Level: B1

d

dance ·noun (STEPS)

Definition: a particular series of movements which you perform to music or the type of music which is connected with it Level: B1

d

date ·verb (SPEND TIME TOGETHER)

Definition: to regularly spend time with someone you have a romantic relationship with Level: B1

d

decision ·noun

Definition: a choice that you make about something after thinking about several possibilities Level: B1

d

decorate ·verb

Definition: to add something to or change an object or place to make it attractive Level: B1

d

defeat ·verb (WIN)

Definition: to win a victory over someone in a fight, war or competition Level: B1

d

defend ·verb (PROTECT)

Definition: to protect someone or something from being attacked, especially by fighting Level: B1

d

defense ·noun (PROTECTION)

Definition: protection or support against attack, criticism or infection Level: B1

d

delete ·verb

Definition: to remove something, especially from a computer's memory Level: B1

d

deliver ·verb (TAKE)

Definition: to take things such as goods, letters, or packages to people's houses or places of work Level: B1

d

delivery ·noun

Definition: when things such as goods, letters, or packages are taken to people's houses or places of work Level: B1

d

design ·verb (PLAN)

Definition: to draw or plan something before making it Level: B1

d

destroy ·verb

Definition: to damage something so badly that it does not exist or cannot be used Level: B1

d

develop ·verb (MAKE)

Definition: to make something new such as a product Level: B1

d

development ·noun (PROCESS)

Definition: the process of developing something new Level: B1

d

dial ·verb

Definition: to make a telephone call to a particular number Level: B1

d

dig ·verb (MOVE SOIL)

Definition: to break up and move soil using a tool, a machine or your hands Level: B1

d

direct ·verb (FILM/PLAY)

Definition: to tell the actors in a film or play what to do Level: B1

d

direct ·verb (ROUTE)

Definition: to show or tell someone how to get to a place Level: B1

d

discover ·verb

Definition: to find out something or to find a place or an object, especially for the first time Level: B1

d

display ·verb (ARRANGE)

Definition: to arrange something somewhere so that people can see it Level: B1

d

dive ·verb (ENTER WATER)

Definition: If you dive into water, you enter it headfirst with your arms held out above your head. Level: B1

d

dive ·verb (SWIM UNDER WATER)

Definition: to swim under water, usually with breathing equipment Level: B1

d

divide ·verb (SEPARATE)

Definition: to separate into parts or groups or to make people or things do this Level: B1

d

diving ·noun

Definition: the activity of swimming under water, usually with breathing equipment Level: B1

d

drag ·verb (COMPUTER)

Definition: to move something on a computer screen using a mouse Level: B1

d

drive ·noun (JOURNEY)

Definition: a journey in a car Level: B1

d

drop ·verb (FALL)

Definition: to fall or to allow something to fall Level: B1

e

effort ·noun (ATTEMPT)

Definition: an attempt to do something Level: B1

e

employ ·verb (JOB)

Definition: to have someone work or do a job for you and pay them for it Level: B1

e

enter ·verb (COMPETITION)

Definition: to take part in a competition, race or examination Level: B1

e

enter ·verb (INFORMATION)

Definition: to put information into a computer, book or document Level: B1

e

entertain ·verb

Definition: to keep a group of people interested or enjoying themselves Level: B1

e

escape ·verb (GET AWAY)

Definition: to succeed in getting away from a place where you do not want to be Level: B1

e

exchange ·noun (GIVING)

Definition: when you give something to someone and they give you something else Level: B1

e

exchange ·verb (GIVING)

Definition: to give something to someone and receive something similar from them Level: B1

e

exercise ·verb (PHYSICAL ACTIVITY)

Definition: to do physical activities to make your body strong and healthy Level: B1

e

exit ·verb

Definition: to stop using a program on a computer Level: B1

e

experiment ·noun

Definition: a test, especially a scientific one, that you do in order to learn something or to discover whether something is true Level: B1

e

explore ·verb (LOOK AROUND)

Definition: to go around a place where you have never been in order to find out what is there Level: B1

f

face ·verb (DIRECTION)

Definition: to be or turn in a particular direction Level: B1

f

fasten ·verb (CLOSE/ATTACH)

Definition: to close or attach something together, or to become closed or attached together Level: B1

f

feed ·verb (GIVE FOOD)

Definition: to give food to a person, group or animal Level: B1

f

fight ·verb (USE FORCE)

Definition: to use physical force to try to defeat another person or group of people Level: B1

f

fight ·noun (PHYSICAL FORCE)

Definition: when people use physical force to hurt or attack others Level: B1

f

film ·verb

Definition: to record moving pictures with a camera, usually to make a movie Level: B1

f

finish ·verb (USE COMPLETELY)

Definition: to eat, drink or use something completely so that none remains Level: B1

f

fish ·verb

Definition: to try to catch fish Level: B1

f

fix ·verb (REPAIR)

Definition: to repair something Level: B1

f

fold ·verb

Definition: If you fold paper, cloth, etc., you bend it so that one part of it lies flat on top of another part. Level: B1

f

follow ·verb (OBEY)

Definition: to do what someone or something says you should do Level: B1

f

form ·verb (COMBINE)

Definition: to make something by combining different parts Level: B1

g

get ·verb (DO)

Definition: to do a task, or to arrange for someone to do a task for you Level: B1

g

give ·verb (DO)

Definition: to perform an action Level: B1

g

grab ·verb (TAKE WITH HAND)

Definition: to take hold of something or someone suddenly Level: B1

g

guide ·verb

Definition: to help someone visit a place or go somewhere Level: B1

h

habit ·noun (REGULAR ACTIVITY)

Definition: something that you do often and regularly, almost without knowing that you are doing it Level: B1

h

hand ·verb (GIVE)

Definition: to give someone something Level: B1

h

handle ·verb (DEAL WITH)

Definition: to deal with something Level: B1

h

hang ·verb (FASTEN)

Definition: to fasten or support something at the top leaving the other parts free to move, or to be held in this way Level: B1

h

hide ·verb (THING)

Definition: to put something in a place where it cannot be seen or found Level: B1

h

hide ·verb (PERSON)

Definition: to go to a place where you cannot be seen or found Level: B1

h

hit ·verb (TOUCH)

Definition: to touch someone or something quickly and with force, usually causing injury or damage Level: B1

h

hitchhike ·verb

Definition: to get free rides in someone's vehicle, by standing next to the road and waiting for someone to pick you up Level: B1

h

hold ·verb (KEEP IN POSITION)

Definition: to keep something in a particular position Level: B1

h

hold ·verb (ORGANIZE)

Definition: to organize an event Level: B1

h

housework ·noun

Definition: the work of keeping a house clean and neat Level: B1

h

hug ·verb

Definition: to put your arms around someone and hold them tightly, usually because you love or like them Level: B1

h

hug ·noun

Definition: when you put your arms around someone and hold them tightly Level: B1

h

hunt ·verb (CHASE)

Definition: to chase and kill wild animals Level: B1

i

imagine ·verb (FORM PICTURE)

Definition: to form an idea or picture of something in your mind Level: B1

i

injure ·verb

Definition: to hurt a person, animal or part of your body Level: B1

i

install ·verb (EQUIPMENT)

Definition: to put a piece of equipment somewhere and make it ready for use Level: B1

i

install ·verb (COMPUTER)

Definition: to put a computer program onto a computer so that the computer can use it Level: B1

i

interview ·verb

Definition: to ask someone questions in an interview Level: B1

i

invent ·verb (NEW DESIGN)

Definition: to design or create something which has never existed before Level: B1

i

iron ·verb

Definition: to make clothes flat and smooth using an iron Level: B1

i

ironing ·noun

Definition: the activity of making clothes flat and smooth, using an iron Level: B1

j

jog ·verb

Definition: to run slowly for exercise Level: B1

j

jogging ·noun

Definition: when you jog Level: B1

j

join ·verb (CONNECT)

Definition: to fasten or connect things together Level: B1

j

jump ·noun

Definition: a sudden movement off the ground or off a high place Level: B1

k

killing ·noun

Definition: when a person is murdered Level: B1

k

knit ·verb

Definition: to make clothes, etc. by using two long needles to connect wool or another type of thread into joined rows Level: B1

k

knock ·verb (MAKE NOISE)

Definition: to repeatedly hit something, making a noise Level: B1

k

knock ·verb (HIT)

Definition: to hit, especially forcefully, and cause to move or fall Level: B1

l

laugh ·noun

Definition: the act or sound of laughing Level: B1

l

lead ·verb (SHOW WAY)

Definition: to show someone where to go, usually by taking them to a place or by going in front of them Level: B1

l

learn ·verb (REMEMBER)

Definition: to make yourself remember a piece of writing by reading it or repeating it many times Level: B1

l

lift ·verb

Definition: to move something from a lower to a higher position Level: B1

l

light ·verb (START FLAMES)

Definition: to start to burn or to make something start to burn Level: B1

l

lock ·verb (WITH KEY)

Definition: to fasten something with a key, or to be fastened with a key Level: B1

l

look ·noun (SEARCH)

Definition: when you look for someone or something Level: B1

l

look ·noun (SEE)

Definition: when you look at someone or something Level: B1

m

make ·verb (ARRIVE)

Definition: to manage to arrive at a place Level: B1

m

manage ·verb (SUCCEED)

Definition: to do something or deal with something successfully Level: B1

m

marry ·verb

Definition: to begin a legal relationship with someone as their husband or wife Level: B1

m

match ·verb (CHOOSE)

Definition: to choose someone or something that is suitable for a particular person, activity or purpose Level: B1

m

meet ·verb (PLACE)

Definition: to wait at a place for someone or something to arrive Level: B1

m

meet ·verb (GROUP)

Definition: If a group of people meet, they come to a place in order to do something. Level: B1

m

miss ·verb (AVOID)

Definition: to avoid doing or experiencing something Level: B1

m

move ·verb (CHANGE PLACE)

Definition: If a person or an organization moves, they go to a different place to live or work. Level: B1

m

murder ·verb

Definition: to kill someone intentionally and illegally Level: B1

n

name ·verb (GIVE NAME)

Definition: to give someone or something a name Level: B1

n

note ·verb

Definition: to notice something Level: B1

n

notice ·verb

Definition: to see something and be aware of it Level: B1

o

offer ·verb (PROVIDE)

Definition: to give or provide something Level: B1

o

open ·verb (COMPUTERS)

Definition: to make a computer document or program ready to be read or used Level: B1

o

operate ·verb (TREATMENT)

Definition: to treat an illness or injury by cutting someone's body and removing or repairing part of it Level: B1

o

organize ·verb (PLAN)

Definition: to plan or arrange something Level: B1

p

pass ·verb (GO PAST)

Definition: to go past something or someone Level: B1

p

pass ·verb (GIVE)

Definition: to give something to someone Level: B1

p

pause ·verb (PERSON)

Definition: to stop doing something for a short time Level: B1

p

perform ·verb (ENTERTAIN)

Definition: to entertain people by acting, dancing, singing, playing music, etc. Level: B1

p

pick ·verb (CHOOSE)

Definition: to choose something or someone Level: B1

p

pick ·verb (FLOWERS/FRUIT)

Definition: If you pick flowers or fruit, you take them off a plant or tree. Level: B1

p

pin ·verb

Definition: to fasten something with a pin Level: B1

p

plan ·verb (DECIDE)

Definition: to think about and decide what you are going to do or how you are going to do something Level: B1

p

plant ·verb (TREES/FLOWERS, ETC.)

Definition: to put a plant into the ground or into a container of earth so that it will grow Level: B1

p

play ·verb (ACT)

Definition: to be a particular character in a movie or play Level: B1

p

play ·verb (COMPETE)

Definition: to compete against a person or team in a game Level: B1

p

point ·verb (AIM)

Definition: to hold something so that it faces toward someone or something Level: B1

p

post ·verb (WEB SITE)

Definition: to leave a message on a Web site Level: B1

p

postpone ·verb

Definition: to arrange for something to happen at a later time Level: B1

p

pour ·verb (LIQUID)

Definition: to make a liquid flow from or into a container Level: B1

p

preparation ·noun (GETTING READY)

Definition: the things that you do or the time that you spend preparing for something Level: B1

p

press ·verb (PUSH)

Definition: to push something firmly, often without causing it to move permanently further away from you Level: B1

p

prevent ·verb

Definition: to stop something from happening or someone from doing something Level: B1

p

produce ·verb (MAKE)

Definition: to make or grow something Level: B1

p

protect ·verb

Definition: to keep someone or something safe from something dangerous or bad Level: B1

p

prove ·verb (SHOW TRUTH)

Definition: to show that something is true Level: B1

p

provide ·verb

Definition: to give someone something that they need Level: B1

p

punish ·verb

Definition: to make someone suffer because they have done something bad Level: B1

p

push ·verb (MOVE YOURSELF)

Definition: to move somewhere by moving someone or something away from you Level: B1

p

push ·verb (PRESS)

Definition: to press something Level: B1

p

push ·noun (PRESS)

Definition: when you move someone or something by pressing them with your hands or body Level: B1

q

quit ·verb (STOP WORK)

Definition: to leave a job Level: B1

q

quit ·verb (STOP SOMETHING)

Definition: to stop doing something Level: B1

r

race ·verb

Definition: to compete in a race Level: B1

r

raise ·verb (LIFT)

Definition: to lift something to a higher position Level: B1

r

rebuild ·verb (BUILD AGAIN)

Definition: to build something again that has been damaged or destroyed Level: B1

r

recycle ·verb

Definition: to collect used paper, glass, plastic, etc., and put if through a process so that it can be used again Level: B1

r

recycling ·noun (PROCESS)

Definition: when paper, glass, plastic, etc., is put through a process so that it can be used again Level: B1

r

remove ·verb (TAKE AWAY)

Definition: to take something away Level: B1

r

replace ·verb (USE INSTEAD)

Definition: to start using another thing or person instead of the one that you are using now Level: B1

r

replace ·verb (GET SOMETHING NEW)

Definition: to get something new because the one you had before has been lost or damaged Level: B1

r

rescue ·verb

Definition: to save someone from a dangerous or unpleasant situation Level: B1

r

rescue ·noun (SAVE)

Definition: when someone is saved from a dangerous or unpleasant situation Level: B1

r

reserve ·verb (ARRANGE TO HAVE)

Definition: to arrange to have a seat on an aircraft, a room in a hotel, etc. Level: B1

r

reserve ·verb (KEEP)

Definition: to not allow people to use something because it is only for a particular person or for a particular purpose Level: B1

r

rest ·verb (RELAX/SLEEP)

Definition: to relax or sleep because you are tired after an activity or because you are ill Level: B1

r

return ·noun (GOING BACK)

Definition: when someone goes or comes back to a place where they were before Level: B1

r

rob ·verb (STEAL)

Definition: to steal from someone or somewhere, often using violence Level: B1

r

routine ·noun

Definition: the things you regularly do and how and when you do them Level: B1

r

run ·verb (ORGANIZE)

Definition: to organize or control something Level: B1

r

run ·noun (MOVE FAST)

Definition: when you move on your feet at a speed faster than walking, especially for exercise Level: B1

s

save ·verb (MAKE SAFE)

Definition: to stop someone or something from being killed, injured or destroyed Level: B1

s

score ·verb

Definition: to get points in a game or test Level: B1

s

search ·verb (TRY TO FIND)

Definition: to try to find someone or something Level: B1

s

search ·verb (USE COMPUTER)

Definition: to use a computer to find information, especially on the Internet Level: B1

s

search ·noun (TRY TO FIND)

Definition: when you try to find someone or something Level: B1

s

search ·noun (USE COMPUTER)

Definition: when you use a computer to find information, especially on the Internet Level: B1

s

select ·verb

Definition: to choose someone or something from a group Level: B1

s

sew ·verb

Definition: to make or repair clothes by joining pieces of cloth using a needle and thread Level: B1

s

shake ·verb (SMALL MOVEMENTS)

Definition: to move backward and forward or up and down in quick, short movements, or to make something or someone do this Level: B1

s

shoot ·verb (WEAPON)

Definition: to fire a weapon or injure or kill a person or animal by firing a weapon at them Level: B1

s

shoot ·verb (SPORTS)

Definition: to try to score points in sports such as basketball by hitting, kicking, or throwing the ball toward the goal Level: B1

s

shop ·verb

Definition: to buy things in stores Level: B1

s

sign ·noun (BODY MOVEMENT)

Definition: a movement you make to give someone information or tell them what to do Level: B1

s

skate ·verb

Definition: to move using skates Level: B1

s

ski ·verb

Definition: to move over snow on skis Level: B1

s

slip ·verb (SLIDE)

Definition: to slide by accident and fall or almost fall Level: B1

s

smell ·verb (USE NOSE)

Definition: to notice something by using your nose Level: B1

s

smile ·verb

Definition: to make a happy or friendly expression in which the corners of your mouth curve up Level: B1

s

spill ·verb

Definition: to pour liquid or another substance somewhere without intending to, or to fall or flow out of a container in a way that is not intended Level: B1

s

spoil ·verb

Definition: to stop something from being enjoyable or successful Level: B1

s

start ·verb (MAKE HAPPEN)

Definition: to begin to happen or to make something begin to happen Level: B1

s

step ·noun (FOOT MOVEMENT)

Definition: one of the movements you make with your feet when you walk Level: B1

s

stick ·verb (ATTACH)

Definition: to become joined to something else or to make something become joined to something else, usually with a substance like glue Level: B1

s

stir ·verb (MIX)

Definition: to mix food or liquid by moving a spoon around and around in it Level: B1

s

stop ·verb (PREVENT)

Definition: to prevent someone from doing something or something from happening Level: B1

s

stop ·verb (NOT MOVE)

Definition: to not move any more or to make someone or something not move any more Level: B1

s

strike ·verb (HIT)

Definition: to hit someone or something Level: B1

s

succeed ·verb

Definition: to achieve what you are trying to achieve Level: B1

s

sunbathe ·verb

Definition: to sit or lie in the sun Level: B1

t

taste ·verb (FOOD/DRINK)

Definition: to put food or drink in your mouth to find out what flavor it has Level: B1

t

tear ·verb (BREAK)

Definition: to pull something so that it comes apart or breaks, or to become damaged like this Level: B1

t

test ·verb (EXAM)

Definition: to give someone a set of questions, in order to measure their knowledge or ability Level: B1

t

tie ·verb (FASTEN)

Definition: to fasten something with string, rope, etc. Level: B1

t

tie ·verb (MAKE A KNOT)

Definition: to make a knot in a piece of string, rope, etc. Level: B1

t

touch ·verb (PUT HAND ON)

Definition: to put your hand on something Level: B1

t

tour ·verb

Definition: to go on a tour somewhere Level: B1

t

train ·verb (SPORTS)

Definition: to practice a sport or exercise, often in order to prepare for a sports event, or to help someone to do this Level: B1

t

transfer ·verb (MOVE)

Definition: to move someone or something from one place to another Level: B1

t

travel ·verb (MOVE)

Definition: to move or go from one place to another Level: B1

t

try ·verb (TEST)

Definition: to do, test, taste, etc., something to discover if it works or if you like it Level: B1

t

turn ·verb (MOVE YOUR BODY)

Definition: to move your body so that you are facing a different direction Level: B1

t

turn ·verb (PAGE)

Definition: to move a page in a book or magazine in order to see the next one Level: B1

t

type ·verb

Definition: to write something using a keyboard Level: B1

u

undress ·verb

Definition: to remove your clothes or someone else's clothes Level: B1

u

unpack ·verb

Definition: to remove things from a suitcase, bag or box Level: B1

u

update ·verb (ADD INFORMATION)

Definition: to add new information Level: B1

u

upload ·verb

Definition: to send a computer program or a document electronically from your computer, using the Internet Level: B1

u

use ·verb (REDUCE)

Definition: to take an amount from a supply of something Level: B1

v

visit ·noun

Definition: when you visit a place or a person Level: B1

v

vote ·verb

Definition: to show your choice or opinion in an election or meeting by doing something such as writing a mark on an official piece of paper, using a special machine to record your choice, or putting your hand up Level: B1

w

waste ·noun (BAD USE)

Definition: an unnecessary or wrong use of money, substances, time, energy, abilities, etc. Level: B1

w

waste ·verb (USE TOO MUCH)

Definition: to use too much of something or use something badly when there is a limited amount of it Level: B1

w

wave ·verb

Definition: to raise your hand and move it from side to side in order to attract someone's attention or to say goodbye Level: B1

w

win ·verb (ELECTION)

Definition: to get the most votes in an election Level: B1

w

work ·noun (EFFORT)

Definition: when you use physical or mental effort to do something Level: B1

w

workout ·noun

Definition: a period of physical exercise Level: B1

w

wrap ·verb (COVER)

Definition: to cover or surround something with paper, cloth or other material Level: B1