IGCSE English as a Second Language Flashcards

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What does the word 'Encourage' mean?

To give support, confidence or hope to someone (correct)

To have an effect on someone

To organize and arrange things

To wait for something to happen

What does 'Influence' mean?

To have an effect on someone or something

The word 'Recently' means _____ .

Not long ago

What does 'Stand out' mean?

To be different or special, to be noticeable Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Expect' mean?

To anticipate or wait for something to happen Signup and view all the answers

Define 'Variety'.

A number or a range of things Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Intention' mean?

A plan or aim Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'Fascinating'?

Extremely interesting Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Tempt' mean?

To try and get someone to do something they find attractive but know to be wrong Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Capable' refer to?

Having the ability or quality to do something Signup and view all the answers

Define 'Potential'.

Having or showing the capacity to develop into something in the future Signup and view all the answers

The word 'Ideal' means _____ .

Most suitable, perfect Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Convince' mean?

To cause someone to believe firmly in the truth of something Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Appealing' imply?

Attractive, interesting Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Observe' mean?

To watch someone carefully and attentively Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Plenty' refer to?

A large quantity; more than enough Signup and view all the answers

What does 'In particular' mean?

Especially, specifically Signup and view all the answers

Define 'Affordable'.

Inexpensive, reasonably priced Signup and view all the answers

The word 'Valuable' means _____ .

Worth a great deal of money; extremely important or useful Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Hectic' mean?

Full of busy, non-stop activity Signup and view all the answers

Define 'Suggest'.

To put forward a plan or an idea Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'Experience'?

An event or occurrence which leaves an impression on someone Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Organise' mean?

Make arrangements or preparations; arrange in order Signup and view all the answers

What is 'Exhibition'?

A public display Signup and view all the answers

Define 'Available'.

Able to be used or obtained Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Range' mean?

A variety Signup and view all the answers

Define 'Keen'.

Showing eagerness and enthusiasm Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'Unusual'?

Strange, uncommon, rare Signup and view all the answers

Define 'Venture'.

A risky or daring journey Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Publish' mean?

Make something available (e.g. book, video) Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'Prospect'?

The possibility of some future event happening Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Assumption' mean?

A thing that is accepted as true without proof Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Approach' mean?

A way of dealing with a situation Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Concerned' mean?

Worried Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Catch up' mean?

Succeed in reaching a person who is ahead Signup and view all the answers

Define 'Determined'.

Having made a firm decision and being resolved not to change it Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Accomplishment' refer to?

The successful achievement of a task Signup and view all the answers

What is 'Aspect'?

Part Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Global warming' mean?

A gradual increase in the overall temperature of the earth's atmosphere Signup and view all the answers

Define 'Pollution'.

The presence of a substance which is harmful or poisonous Signup and view all the answers

What is an 'Advert'?

Advertisement Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Independent' mean?

Doing something by yourself, not needing anyone else Signup and view all the answers

Define 'Update'.

The latest information on something Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Receive' mean?

Be given or presented with; be paid Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Opportunity' mean?

Chance; a time that is possible for you to do something Signup and view all the answers

Define 'Accustomed'.

To be used to something Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Volunteer' mean?

To freely offer to do something Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Assist' mean?

Help Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Hesitate' mean?

Pause in indecision before saying or doing something Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Spacious' mean?

Wide Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Recommend' mean?

To say something is good; to advise someone to do something Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Pop round' mean?

To go somewhere close by, quickly Signup and view all the answers

Define 'Commute'.

A regular journey of some distance to and from one's place of work Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Look forward (to something)' mean?

To feel excited for something Signup and view all the answers

Define 'Initially'.

At the start, at the beginning, originally Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Airy' mean?

Spacious, lots of air Signup and view all the answers

Define 'Various'.

Many different types Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Pleasant' mean?

Giving a sense of happy satisfaction or enjoyment; kind or friendly Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Inspiring' mean?

Having the effect of inspiring someone Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Guidance' mean?

Advice or information given to someone Signup and view all the answers

Define 'Carve'.

Cut a hard material to make an object; shape Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Scheme' mean?

Plan Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Scholarship' mean?

Payment made to support a student's education, awarded on the basis of academic or other achievement Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Demanding' mean?

Needing a lot of skill or effort Signup and view all the answers

Define 'Struggle'.

A very difficult task Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Appreciate' mean?

Feel thankful for; value Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Night owl' mean?

A person who is habitually active or wakeful at night Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vocabulary Terms and Definitions

Encourage: To provide support and inspiration; often involves instilling confidence in others. (Example: A mother encouraging her child)
Influence: The capacity to affect someone or something; can lead to significant changes in behavior or decisions. (Example: Influenced by social media)
Recently: Refers to a time period close to the present; indicates something that happened not long ago.
Stand out: To be notable or distinguishing; often involves being different from the crowd. (Example: Unique hairstyles)
Expect: To anticipate or look forward to a future event or outcome based on current information.
Variety: A mix or range of different items or types, often used in the context of options available. (Example: Selection of cakes)
Intention: An aim or purpose behind an action; a clear plan of what one seeks to achieve.
Fascinating: Describes something that captures attention due to its intriguing nature.
Tempt: To entice someone to partake in something they may find appealing but is considered wrong or inappropriate.
Capable: Possessing the ability or qualities necessary to accomplish a task or goal.
Potential: The inherent ability or capacity for growth or development; often relates to future possibilities.
Ideal: The most suitable or perfect option in a given situation.
Convince: To persuade someone to believe in the truth of something; involves compelling arguments.
Appealing: Describes something that is attractive and interesting; draws attention.
Observe: To watch and pay careful attention to someone or something; often for the purpose of learning.
Plenty: Indicates a large quantity; signifies abundance in availability.
Gradual: Describes a slow and steady progression towards a particular change or outcome.
In particular: Highlights specific details or examples that stand out from a broader context.
Affordable: Relatively low in cost; accessible pricing that is reasonable for many consumers.
Valuable: Describes something with significant monetary worth or importance; crucial for utility or importance.
Hectic: Describes a state of being busy with a lot of activities; can lead to stress or chaos.
Suggest: To propose an idea or plan for consideration; involves offering recommendations.
Experience: Refers to events that leave a lasting impression or are significant in personal growth.
Organise: To arrange or put things in a structured order; often involves coordination and management.
Exhibition: A public display of items for viewing by an audience; often educational or artistic in nature.
Available: Refers to something that is ready for use or accessible at a given time.
Range: A collection of items that vary in kind or type; indicates diversity within a category.
Keen: Exhibits eagerness and enthusiasm; often relates to interest in a particular activity or topic.
Unusual: Describes something that is out of the ordinary or rare; often creates curiosity.
Venture: A risky or daring pursuit; often involves starting something new or uncertain.
Publish: To make written works available to the public; includes books, articles, and digital media.
Prospect: Indicates the possibility or likelihood of future events; often used in planning contexts.
Assumption: A belief or statement taken for granted without proof; can lead to misunderstandings.
Approach: The method or strategy used in dealing with a situation; can vary widely based on context.
Concerned: Exhibiting worry or anxiety about a situation or someone; indicates emotional investment.
Catch up: Refers to the act of reaching someone who is ahead; often used in social contexts.
Determined: Shows a firm commitment to achieving a goal; involves perseverance in the face of obstacles.
Accomplishment: The successful completion of a task; can be personal or professional in nature.
Aspect: Refers to a particular part or feature of a broader subject or situation.
Global warming: The long-term increase in Earth's atmospheric temperature due to human activities and natural processes.
Pollution: The introduction of harmful substances into the environment; often impacts health and ecology.
Advert: Short for advertisement; a promotional message designed to inform and persuade consumers.
Independent: The quality of being self-sufficient and capable of functioning without reliance on others.
Update: The latest available information on a specific subject; crucial for staying informed.
Receive: To be given or presented with something; often relates to communication or goods.
Opportunity: A favorable chance for progress or advancement; important for personal development.
Accustomed: Reflects a state of being used to something; can indicate adaptation over time.
Volunteer: To offer services or assistance freely, often in community or charitable contexts.
Assist: To provide help or support; implies cooperation in completing a task.
Hesitate: To pause or waver in decision-making; often involves uncertainty or doubt.
Spacious: Indicates a generous amount of space; often associated with comfort and freedom of movement.
Recommend: To endorse or suggest as being good; involves giving advice based on personal experience.
Pop round: To make a quick visit; often informal and spontaneous.
Commute: The regular journey back and forth to work; can influence work-life balance.
Look forward: To express anticipation or excitement about a future event.
Initially: Refers to the beginning stage of something; indicates changes over time.
Airy: Describes a space that feels open and full of air; often associated with comfort.
Various: Indicates a collection of many different types; highlights diversity.
Pleasant: Conveys a sense of enjoyment and satisfaction; often relates to experiences or interactions.
Inspiring: Describes something that motivates or encourages action; often associated with positive influence.
Guidance: Advice or direction given to someone; important for decision-making processes.
Carve: The act of shaping or cutting materials into a specific form or object; often involves craftsmanship.
Scheme: A plan or program aimed at achieving specific goals; used in various contexts including social, educational, and economic.
Scholarship: Financial aid awarded to support a student’s education, typically based on merit or achievement.
Demanding: Describes tasks that require significant effort and skills; often perceived as challenging.
Struggle: A term for difficulties faced while trying to achieve something; can refer to both physical and emotional challenges.
Appreciate: To recognize the value or significance of something; often relates to gratitude.
Night owl: A person who is naturally more active during nighttime hours; can affect schedules and productivity.

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