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ability (noun) the power or knowledge to do something, ικανότητα
Example
Most birds have the ability to fly.
Synonym
capacity, power
Word Family
able
abroad (adverb) in or to another country, στο εξωτερικό
Example
We lived abroad for two years.
Antonym
 
abseiling (noun) to go down a steep slope by holding on to a rope which is fastened to the top of the slope, κατάβαση ραπέλ
Example
She likes abseiling down the rock face.
accessory (noun) something added to something else to make it more attractive or useful, αξεσουάρ
Example
Air conditioning is an accessory in many cars.
accident (noun) something bad that happens that is not wanted or planned, and that often damages someone, ατύχημα
Example
She had an accident in the kitchen.
Word Family
accidental
accompany (verb) to go to a place with someone, συνοδεύω
Example
She will accompany us to the zoo.
Synonym
escort, walk
act (verb) to perform in plays, movies, or on television, παίζω (πχ θέατρο)
Example
She acted in the school play.
Word Family
actor, actress
action (noun) something that is done for a specific purpose, πράξη, ενέργεια, δράση
Example
The doctor's quick action saved the child's life.
Synonym
act, activity, work
activity (n) a specific thing that is done, δραστηριότητα
Example
My favourite activity at the weekend is basketball.
Synonym
act, action, event
actually (adverb) as a matter of fact; really, στην πραγματικότητα, πραγματικά
Example
Actually, on second thoughts, I don't think I want to go out tonight.
Synonym
in fact, really
add (verb) to put something together with something else, making the whole thing bigger, προσθέτω
Example
Mix the sugar and butter, then add the eggs.
Antonym
remove, subtract
Word Family
added
addition
adopt (verb) to take another person's child into your own family and legally look after him or her as your own child, υιοθετώ
Example
They have adopted a beautiful girl.
adore (verb) to love and admire very strongly, λατρεύω
Example
He adores his grandmother and often brings her flowers.
Synonym
worship
Antonym
despise, detest, hate
Word Family
adoringly (adv.), adorer (n.), adorable (adj.)
adult (noun) a person or animal that has finished growing and is not now a child, ενήλικος
Example
Some children find it difficult to talk to adults.
Synonym
grownup
grown-up
Antonym
child
Word Family
adulthood (n.)
adventurous (adjective) willing to take risks in order to find excitement, ριψοκίνδυνος
Example
Her parents worried about her because she had an adventurous spirit.
Synonym
bold, daring
Antonym
cautious, timid
Word Family
adventurously (adv.), adventurousness (n.)
advert (noun) short form of advertisement, διαφήμιση
Example
The Sunday newspapers are full of adverts for cars.
advertisement (noun) a public notice that tells people about things to buy or things that are happening, διαφήμιση
Example
Did you see the advertisement in the newspaper for the new movie?
Synonym
ad, commercial
advice (noun) suggestions about what you think someone should do, συμβουλή
Example
This book gives advice on saving money.
aid (noun) help that is given to someone in need, βοήθεια
Example
After her operation, she was glad to have the aid of her neighbours.
Synonym
help
Alaska (noun) a state of the United States on the northwestern coast of North America, Αλάσκα
Example
Alaska has more than three million lakes.
alien (noun) a creature from a planet other than Earth, εξωγήινος
Example
She had a dream that some friendly aliens took her away in their spaceship.
amazing (adjective) very good, καταπληκτικός
Example
My trip to Thailand was really amazing.
Synonym
awesome
fantastic
Antonym
ordinary
common
Word Family
amazingly (adv.)
Amsterdam (noun) Amsterdam is a city of the Netherlands, Άμστερνταμ
Example
Amsterdam has many canals.
ancient (adjective) very old; from a long time ago, αρχαίος
Example
Rome is a city with many ancient buildings.
Antonym
brand-new, new
Ankara (noun) Ankara is the capital of Turkey, Άγκυρα
Example
Ankara is an old city.
anniversary (noun) he day on which an important event happened in the past, επέτειος
Example
My wedding anniversary is on the 12th of January.
announce (verb) to tell people new information, especially officially, ανακοινώνω
Example
The company has announced plans to open six new stores.
announcement (noun) something that someone says officially, giving new information about something, ανακοίνωση
Example
The Prime Minister made an unexpected announcement this morning.
appendix (noun) a section at the end of a book or magazine article that gives more information, παράρτημα
Example
All the pictures and illustrations are in appendix 2.
apple pie (noun) a pie containing sliced apples and sugar, μηλόπιτα
Example
I have a great apple pie recipe.
appointment (noun) a time that you have arranged to see someone, ραντεβού, συνάντηση
Example
Tom has an appointment with the dentist.
aquarium (noun) a tank where sea creatures and plants are kept and displayed, ενυδρείο
Example
The cat sat before an aquarium filled with tiny, colourful fish.
archery (noun) the sport of shooting with a bow and arrow, τοξοβολία
Example
In the past, archery was used for hunting, while today it is a sports activity.
architect (noun) a person who designs buildings and makes sure they are built correctly, αρχιτέκτων
Example
Santiago Calatrava is a famous Spanish architect.
architecture (noun) the act or process of designing buildings, or the profession of an architect, αρχιτεκτονική
Example
Ancient Roman architecture adopted certain aspects of Ancient Greek architecture and created a new architectural style.
Word Family
architectural (adj.), architecturally (adv.)
are you kidding? (expression) is this a joke? are you being serious?, κοροϊδεύεις;
Example
-There's a 1,000 euro fee for swimming.
-Are you kidding me?
around (preposition) somewhere near in time or amount, γύρω
Example
We have lunch around noon.
arrangement (noun) plans for how something will happen, κάτι που έχουμε κανονίσει
Example
I made arrangements to meet her on Saturday.
Synonym
plan
art (noun) the making of objects, images, music, etc. that are beautiful or that express feelings, τέχνη
Example
Music, films, written works, and paintings are examples of art.
article (noun) a piece of writing in a newspaper, magazine, or book, άρθρο
Example
Did you read the article about the president's speech?
Synonym
essay
artist (noun) a person who works at or who has skill at painting, music, or any other form of art, καλλιτέχνης
Example
Artist are usually very sensitive persons.
Word Family
artistic
astronaut (noun) someone who travels into space, αστροναύτης
Example
Neil Armstrong was the first astronaut to step on the moon.
athletics (noun) (usually in plural) sports and physical activities, αθλητισμός
Example
She likes running. She is very good at athletics.
Synonym
exercise
Atlantic Ocean (noun) the ocean bordered by Europe and Africa on the east and North and South America on the west, Ατλαντικός Ωκεανός
Example
More than one-fifth of the Earth's surface is covered by the Atlantic Ocean.
attached (adjective) joined or connected, δεμένο (πχ συναισθηματικά)
Example
The children are very attached to their grandparents.
Synonym
connected
attachment (noun) a document or file that is sent with an email message, επισυναπτόμενο αρχείο
Example
I'll send the document as an attachment.
attack (verb) to begin to cause violent or serious harm to, επιτίθεμαι
Example
The cat attacked the mouse.
Synonym
assault
Antonym
defend
Word Family
attacker (n.)
Australia (noun) the smallest continent, Αυστραλία
Example
Australia is both a country and a continent.
Australian (adjective) having to do with Australia, its people or language, Αυστραλός
Example
Australian people are the citizens of Australia.
author (noun) a person who writes books, stories, plays, or other works, συγγραφέας
Example
Mark Twain is the author of Tom Sawyer.
away (adverb) in another direction or to another place, μακριά
Example
He walked away.
Synonym
for
Antonym
near
awful (adjective) very bad; terrible; of poor quality, απαίσιος
Example
The food is awful at that restaurant.
Synonym
poor, terrible
Antonym
excellent