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WordMeaningExampleAudio
abateL2reduce in intensity or amountThe storm began to abate by evening.
candidL2truthful and straightforwardShe gave a candid answer to the question.
diligentL2showing care and effort in one’s workHe is a diligent student who studies daily.
frugalL2economical; avoiding wasteThey lived a frugal lifestyle, saving each month.
lucidL2expressed clearly; easy to understandHer explanation was so lucid that everyone understood.
amiableL2having a pleasant and good‑natured personalityHe was an amiable host who welcomed all his guests warmly.
benevolentL2well‑meaning and kindlyThe benevolent teacher always encouraged her pupils.
impartialL2treating all equally; not favouring one sideThe judge remained impartial during the trial.
meticulousL2showing great attention to detailShe kept meticulous notes of all her research.
succinctL2clearly and concisely expressedHe gave a succinct summary of the report.
ephemeralL2lasting for a very short timeThe rainbow was beautiful but ephemeral.
ubiquitousL2present or found everywhereSmartphones are ubiquitous in modern society.
laconicL2using very few wordsHis laconic reply suggested he was annoyed.
arduousL2involving a lot of effortClimbing the mountain was an arduous task.
astuteL2having sharp judgement and insightShe made an astute observation about the problem.
boisterousL2noisy, energetic, and cheerfulThe children were boisterous after the party.
concurL2to be of the same opinion; agreeI concur with your analysis of the issue.
copiousL2abundant in supply or quantityShe took copious notes during the lecture.
credulousL2too ready to believe thingsThe credulous child believed the tall tale.
dauntlessL2showing determination and courageThe dauntless knight faced the dragon.
obstinateL3stubborn; refusing to change your mindHe was too obstinate to accept any help.
placidL2calm and not easily upsetThe placid lake hardly rippled in the breeze.
robustL2strong and unlikely to break or failThe bridge was built with a robust design.
reluctantL1not willing; slow to do somethingShe was reluctant to speak in front of the class.
trivialL1not important or seriousThey argued over a trivial matter.
waryL1careful because you think something might be dangerous or a problemBe wary of emails from unknown senders.
meagreL2small in amount; not enoughThey survived on a meagre supply of food.
lenientL2not strict; allowing more freedomThe teacher was lenient about late homework.
prudentL2acting with care and thought for the futureIt is prudent to save a little money each month.
raucousL2loud and harsh-soundingThe crowd grew raucous after the goal.
solemnL2serious and dignifiedThe ceremony was solemn and respectful.
jovialL2cheerful and friendlyHer jovial mood made everyone smile.
tediousL2boring and too longCopying the notes by hand was tedious.
nimbleL2quick and light in movement or actionThe nimble cat leapt onto the fence.
ampleL1enough or more than enoughThere was ample time to finish the test.
bewilderedL2very confused and unsureHe looked bewildered by the tricky question.
scarceL2not enough of something; hard to findFresh water is scarce in the desert.
vividL2bright, clear, and full of detailShe has a vivid memory of her first day at school.
deftL3skilful and quickWith a deft move, she caught the falling cup.
feebleL1very weakAfter the illness, he felt feeble for days.
hinderL2to make it difficult for something to happenHeavy traffic can hinder emergency services.
rectifyL3to correct somethingThe company promised to rectify the mistake.
appeaseL3to calm or satisfy someone by giving them what they wantThey tried to appease the angry customer with a refund.
bolsterL2to support or strengthenExtra facts will bolster your argument.
evadeL2to avoid or escape from somethingHe tried to evade the question.
enticeL2to attract by offering something pleasantThe smell of cake can entice customers into the shop.
flourishL2to grow or develop wellPlants flourish in the warm greenhouse.
commenceL2to beginThe show will commence at seven o’clock.
ceaseL2to stop doing somethingThe noise did not cease until midnight.
persuadeL2to make someone agree to do or believe somethingI will persuade him to join the team.