φωτογραφία φόντου

Αγγλικα - Αρχαριοι
Β Γυμνασιου

ΓΛΩΣΣΑΡΙΟ

A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | Y
Όρος
Ορισμός
saint (noun) the title given to a person who has received an official honour from the Christian Church for having lived in a good and holy way, άγιος
Example
Saint Nicolas is said to be the protector of sailors.
salesperson (noun) someone whose job it is to sell things, πωλητής
Example
At this store the salesperson is very helpful.
Synonym
clerk, salesman
sandal (noun) a light shoe with straps that you wear in warm weather, πέδιλο
Example
In the summer, I only wear sandals.
sauce (noun) a thick liquid eaten with food to add flavour, σάλτσα
Example
This website has the best meat sauce recipes.
save (verb) to keep or store for future use, αποθηκεύω
Example
They are saving money for college.
Synonym
collect
Antonym
spend
Word Family
savings
saying (noun) a famous phrase that people use to give advice about life, παροιμία
Example
As the saying goes "You can't judge a book by its cover".
Synonym
expression, proverb
scared (adjective) frightened of something, or nervous about something, φοβισμένος
Example
Robert is scared of heights.
scarf (noun) a long piece of cloth or knitted material worn around the neck, head, or shoulders, κασκόλ
Example
A simple loop around the neck is a common way to tie a long scarf.
scene (noun) the place where any event takes place, σκηνή
Example
They rushed to the scene of the accident.
Synonym
location
scenic (adjective) showing natural or beautiful scenery, γραφικός
Example
As he was climbing up the hill, the scenic panorama of the valley made him feel relaxed.
Synonym
picturesque
schoolmate (noun) a fellow pupil at school with whom one is acquainted or friendly, συμμαθητής
Example
Yesterday I met an old schoolmate.
science (noun) the systematic study of the physical world, especially based on examining, testing, and proving facts, επιστήμη
Example
Many natural phenomena around us can be explained through science.
Word Family
scientist, scientific
scientific (adjective) having to do with science, επιστημονικός
Example
He found a scientific solution to the problem.
Word Family
science, scientifically, scientist 
scientist (noun) a person who works in some branch of science, επιστήμονας
Example
These scientists conduct research for different forms of cancer.
Word Family
science, scientific
scream (verb) to speak or shout in a shrill, harsh, or angry tone, ουρλιάζω
Example
She screamed in fright when she saw a mouse running across the room..
Synonym
yell
screen (noun) a flat surface in a cinema, on a television or a computer system on which pictures or words are shown, οθόνη
Example
Our television has a 19-inch screen.
script (noun) the written text of a play, movie, or television show, σενάριο
Example
He wrote a number of film scripts.
search (verb) to try to find someone or something, ψάχνω
Example
I searched everywhere in my room for the missing book.
secret (noun) something deliberately hidden, such as knowledge or information, μυστικό
Example
The recipe is a family secret.
Word Family
secretive, secretly
seed (noun) the small part of a plant with flowers that grows into a new plant, σπόρος
Example
We planted seeds in the garden.
select (verb) to choose; pick, επιλέγω
Example
Please select the song you would like to play.
Synonym
choose, pick
Word Family
selection 
seminar (noun) an occasion when a teacher or expert and a group of people meet to study and discuss something, σεμινάριο
Example
I attended practically every lecture and seminar when I was a student.
sense (noun) a particular ability to understand or judge, αίσθηση
Example
She had no sense of what was needed to make kids happy.
Synonym
perception
sensitive (adjective) highly aware or feeling things strongly, ευαίσθητος
Example
My sister is sensitive about being teased.
Synonym
delicate, emotional, touchy
Word Family
sensitivity, sensitize
separate (verb) to divide into parts or break the connection between, ξεχωρίζω
Example
Separate the eggs and save the egg whites for later.
Synonym
disconnect
Antonym
combine, join, link
Word Family
separately 
sequence (noun) a series of related or connected things, ακολουθία
Example
What was the sequence of events that led to his arrest?
Synonym
chain, series, succession
seriously (adverb) in a serious way, not joking, σοβαρά
Example
You're not seriously thinking of leaving, are you?
serve (verb) to help customers and sell things to them in a shop, εξυπηρετώ
Example
Excuse me sir, are you being served?
Word Family
service
service (noun) when people help you and bring you things in a place such as a shop, restaurant, or hotel, αξυπηρέτηση
Example
The food was nice, but the service wasn't very good.
Synonym
assistance, help
Word Family
serve
shake (verb) to cause to tremble, τρέμω, κουνώ
Example
The ground shook from the earthquake.
Synonym
rock, vibrate
shame (noun) something to feel badly about, ντροπή, κρίμα
Example
It's a shame you can't take a few weeks off.
Synonym
pity
Word Family
shameful
share (verb) to receive, use, or enjoy together with one or more others, μοιράζομαι
Example
All the guests shared the delicious meal.
shawl (noun) a piece of cloth, in a square or triangular shape, that is worn around the shoulders or head, especially by women, σάλι
Example
Kashmiri shawls are high-fashion garments in Western Europe.
shock (verb) to surprise and upset someone, σοκάρω
Example
She shocked us with the bad news.
Synonym
surprise
Word Family
shocking
shopper (noun) a person who goes shopping, αγοραστής
Example
He's a regular shopper at this department store.
Word Family
shopping
shoulder (noun) the part of the human body between the neck and the upper arm, ώμος
Example
Then she put her arm round my shoulder and gave me a kiss.
shout (verb) to call out loudly; yell, φωνάζω
Example
He shouted to his friend across the street.
Synonym
cry, yell
Antonym
whisper
Word Family
shouting
shy (adjective) nervous and uncomfortable with other people, ντροπαλός
Example
The shy child did not talk to anyone in class.
Synonym
reserved, timid
Antonym
bold, confident
Word Family
shyness 
shy away (verb) to avoid someone or something, αποφεύγω
Example
The dog shies away from John since he kicked it.
sick (adjective) physically or mentally ill; not well or healthy, άρρωστος
Example
They rushed the sick child to the hospital.
Word Family
sickness
sideways (adverb) in a direction to the left or right, not forwards or backwards, προς το πλάι
Example
He jumped sideways to avoid the car.
sign (noun) a symbol or message in a public place which gives information or instructions, πινακίδα
Example
There is a 'no-smoking sign' in all hospitals.
Synonym
notice
silk (noun) a fine, soft, shiny fibre produced by certain insects, μετάξι
Example
The silkworm makes silk as it spins its cocoon.
Word Family
silky
similar (adjective) almost the same, παρόμοιος
Example
We have similar tastes in music.
Synonym
alike
Antonym
different
Word Family
similarity, similarly
similarity (noun) when people or things look or are the same, ομοιότητα
Example
I can see the similarity between you and your mother.
Synonym
likeness, resemblance
Antonym
difference, diversity
Word Family
similar, similarity
site (noun) a place where something is built, or where something happened, χώρος
Example
The council haven't yet chosen the site for the new hospital.
Synonym
locality
situation (noun) state of affairs; circumstances, κατάσταση
Example
The snowstorm put the drivers in a dangerous situation.
Synonym
condition
sketch (noun) a short written or spoken story which does not have many details, θεατρικό σκέτς
Example
We prepared a sketch for the Christmas show.
sketch (verb) to make a simple drawing of something, σκιτσάρω
Example
The art students were told to sketch the landscape.
Synonym
design, draft, outline, draw
Word Family
sketcher
skill (noun) the ability to do an activity or job well, especially because you have practised it, ικανότητα
Example
Many jobs today require computer skills.
Synonym
ability
Word Family
skilful
skin (noun) the outer layer of a person or animal’s body, δέρμα
Example
We need to eat lots of water to keep our skin beautiful.
Word Family
skinny
slash (verb) to cut something by making a quick, long cut with something very sharp, σχίζω βίαια
Example
Someone has slashed the tyres.
Synonym
hack, rip
Word Family
slasher 
slave (noun) someone who is owned by someone else and has to work for them, σκλάβος
Example
In the past, slaves from Africa were sold in America.
Antonym
master
Word Family
slavery
slavery (noun) the owning of people by other people, δουλεία
Example
After the Civil War many black people were freed from slavery.
Synonym
control
Antonym
freedom, liberty
Word Family
slave
sleeve (noun) the part of a shirt, dress, or other garment that covers all or part of the arm, μανίκι
Example
He rolled up his sleeves to do the dishes.
slice (noun) a broad and flat piece of a larger object, φέτα
Example
I'd like one slice of bread and two slices of pie for lunch.
slogan (noun) a short easily remembered phrase, especially one used to advertise an idea or a product, σλόγκαν
Example
"I like Ike" was the campaign slogan for President Dwight Eisenhower.
Synonym
motto
smart (adjective) clean, tidy, and attractive, κομψός
Example
He is wearing a smart black suit to day as he has an interview.
smog (noun) air pollution, especially in cities, that is caused by a mixture of smoke, gases and chemicals, αιθαλομίχλη, νέφος
Example
Smog is a major problem in Athens.
smoke (noun) the grey, black or white mixture of gas and very small pieces of carbon that is produced when something burns, καπνός
Example
She leaned back thoughtfully and blew a puff of smoke into the air.
Word Family
smoky
sms (noun) a system for sending text messages from one mobile phone to another, γραπτό μήνυμα κινητού τηλεφώνου
Example
Teenagers send lots of sms messages.
soap (noun) a cleaning substance that is made from fat or oil and comes in the form of a bar, liquid, powder, or flakes, σαπούνι
Example
Soap is mainly used for washing, bathing, and cleaning.
society (noun) a large group of people who live together in an organized way, making decisions about how to do things and sharing the work that needs to be done, κοινωνία
Example
It is important for every society to agree on certain laws.
Synonym
public
soil (noun) the material on the surface of the ground in which plants grow, χώμα
Example
This soil is great for growing vegetables.
Synonym
earth, ground, land
soldier (noun) a person who serves in the army and who is not an officer, στρατιώτης
Example
The soldiers guarded the entrance to the base.
solution (noun) an answer to or explanation of a problem, λύση
Example
The solution to the puzzle took us several hours.
Synonym
answer, explanation
Word Family
solve
solve (verb) to find or figure out an answer, λύνω
Example
The detectives quickly solved the crime.
Word Family
solution
soon (adverb) in a short time; shortly, σύντομα
Example
Don't worry. Dad will be back soon.
Synonym
shortly
sound (verb) to give a certain impression; seem, ακούγομαι
Example
Your job sounds really interesting.
Synonym
appear, seem
souvenir (noun) something kept as a reminder of a place, event, or friendship, αναμνηστικό, σουβενίρ
Example
He bought a glass egg as a souvenir of the ostrich farm.
Synonym
memento
soy bean (noun) a small bean which is used as a food for people and animals, σόγια
Example
The soy bean plant grows especially in Asia.
space (noun) an empty area which is available to be used, κενός χώρος
Example
There wasn't enough space for everyone.
Synonym
room
spark (noun) a short, bright flash, σπίθα, αναλαμπή
Example
Sparks are made when electricity flows across a space.
speaker (noun) a person who talks or gives a speech, ομιλητής
Example
Everyone turned around to see the speaker of these surprising words.
Word Family
speak, speech
spear (noun) a long weapon with a sharp point at one end used for hunting, λόγχη
Example
In the past they hunted animals with spears.
specialist (noun) a person who has a special interest or area of study, ειδικός
Example
She is a specialist in Chinese poetry.
species (noun) a group of plants or animals which share similar characteristics, είδος (ζώου ή φυτού)
Example
Over a hundred species of birds are found in this area.
specific (adjective) particular and not general, συγκεκριμένος
Example
Could you give me a specific example?
Synonym
definite, individual, particular
Word Family
specifically, specificity 
speech (noun) a talk given in front of an audience, λόγος
Example
The mayor gave a speech at city hall.
Synonym
address, talk
Word Family
speak, speaker
spend (verb) to use time doing something or being somewhere, περνώ χρόνο
Example
She feels she has to spend more time with her family.
Synonym
kill, pass, use
spice (noun) a vegetable substance with a particular smell or taste which is used to flavour food, μπαχαρικό
Example
Pepper and cinnamon are two common spices.
Word Family
spicy
spidergram (noun) a diagram with lines and circles for organising information so that it is easier to use or remember, ιστόγραμμα
Example
With spidergrams it is easy to organise the vocabulary.
Synonym
mind map
spiked (adjective) (of hair) arranged in stiff tufts; with a sharp point or points, μαλλιά καρφάκια
Example
Mary thinks that spiked hair is the best hairstyle.
spiritual (adjective) having to do with the spirit, rather than the physical body or world, πνευματικός
Example
Many people believe that ghosts visit us from the spiritual world.
Synonym
holy
Antonym
material, physical
Word Family
spiritually 
sponsor (noun) a person or organization that gives money to support an activity, event, etc, χρηματοδότης
Example
BP and Shell are sponsors for many television programmes.
Word Family
sponsorship
spotlight (noun) a condition in which one is the centre of much attention, κέντρο προσοχής
Example
Being shy, she is uncomfortable being in the spotlight.
spread (verb) to scatter or send forth, απλώνομαι
Example
Please spread the news that there will be a meeting tonight.
Synonym
disperse, distribute, scatter
Word Family
spreadable
square (noun) an open space in a town, with big buildings all round, πλατεία
Example
The hotel is in the main square of the town, opposite the town hall.
squeeze (verb) to press firmly together, ζουλάω
Example
He squeezed my hand as he said goodbye.
Synonym
compress, pinch
Word Family
squeezer
squint (verb) to partly close the eyelids, κλείνω ελαφρά τα μάτια
Example
We squinted in the sun.
St Paul's Cathedral (noun) St Paul's Cathedral is a Church of England cathedral dedicated to Paul the Apostle, Καθεδρικός Ναός του Αγίου Παύλου
Example
St Paul's Cathedral is the seat of the Bishop of London.
stadium (noun) a place used for sports events and other outdoor activities, στάδιο
Example
The "Red Hot Chilli Peppers" performance filled the stadium.
Synonym
arena, bowl
staff (noun) the people who work for an organization, προσωπικό
Example
The entire staff has done an outstanding job this year.
Synonym
crew, team
stage (noun) a period of development, or a particular time in a process, στάδιο
Example
Adolescence is a stage between childhood and adulthood.
Synonym
level, phase, step
stand out (verb) to elicit notice by being significantly different from or superior to others, ξεχωρίζω
Example
One job candidate stood out from the rest.
stardom (noun) fame; the status of a star or celebrity, διασημότητα
Example
All were jealous of his rapid rise to stardom.
Synonym
celebrity, fame
stare (verb) to look in a steady, fixed way, with the eyes open wide, κοιτάω επίμονα
Example
Everyone stared at the boy with the ripped shirt.
Synonym
gaze, peer
statement (noun) something said or written formally, δήλωση
Example
The company made a statement to everyone about the new hours of work.
statue (noun) a piece of art that is made out of stone, metal, or other material, άγαλμα
Example
There are some statues in front of the museum.
status (noun) a person's position or rank compared with others, θέση
Example
His status went up when he got a promotion.
Synonym
level, place, position, standing
steal (verb) to take from another person without permission, κλέβω
Example
Someone stole my bicycle even though I’d put a lock on it.
Synonym
take
steam (noun) water vapour formed by boiling, ατμός
Example
We cooked the vegetables in steam.
Word Family
steamy
step (noun) an act or stage in a series, βήμα
Example
Follow the steps carefully in putting together the bicycle.
Synonym
procedure, stage
stereotype (noun) a standardized and usually oversimplified conception held in common by many people, στερεότυπο
Example
Most Greek people seem to believe in the national stereotype of an English person.
Word Family
stereotypical
stick (noun) a long, thin piece of wood, κλαρί
Example
We used sticks to start the fire.
Synonym
branch, limb, twig
stick (verb) to become fixed in one position and not be able to move, κολλώ
Example
This drawer is stuck - I can't open it.
Synonym
catch, lodge
stick out (verb) to be prominent, προεξέχω
Example
Ears that stick out too far are a frequent source of embarrassment and ridicule.
stiff (adjective) not moving or operating easily, μαγκωμένος
Example
I could hardly open the stiff door.
Antonym
loose
Word Family
stiffly, stiffness 
stock (noun) all the goods that are available in a shop, απόθεμα
Example
We're expecting some new stock tomorrow.
Synonym
reserve, store, supply
store (noun) a place where things are sold, κατάστημα
Example
Could you buy some bread from the grocery store?
Synonym
shop
storeroom (noun) a storage room for inventory, supplies, or equipment, αποθήκη
Example
We have to clean the storeroom twice a year.
stove (noun) a piece of equipment that you cook on, ηλεκτρική κουζίνα
Example
I've left some soup on the stove for you.
strategy (noun) a method or plan of action that you intend to use for some purpose, στρατηγική
Example
What is your strategy for winning the game?
Synonym
design, manoeuvre, plan, scheme
Word Family
strategical
strict (adjective) expecting people to obey rules or to do what you say, αυστηρός
Example
Her strict teacher told her to stay after school.
Synonym
demanding, severe, stern, stiff
Antonym
soft
Word Family
strictly, strictness
strike (noun) a period of time when a group of workers deliberately stop working because of a disagreement about pay, working conditions etc, απεργία
Example
The teachers’ strike will begin at midnight tomorrow.
string (noun) a cord or thin rope, κορδόνι
Example
He tied a string to his balloon.
Synonym
line
stuck (verb) to remain fixed in place, παραμένω κολλημένος
Example
The old poster is still stuck to the wall.
stuffy (adjective) dull, boring, or very proper, ανιαρός
Example
He’s quick stuffy – much too boring for a teenager!
substance (noun) a particular kind of matter, ουσία
Example
Her hands were covered in a sticky substance.
suffer (verb) to feel pain or sadness and worry, υποφέρω
Example
I suffer from headaches.
Synonym
hurt
Word Family
suffering
suggest (verb) to express an idea or plan for someone to consider, προτείνω
Example
We suggested several ways to raise money.
Synonym
propose
Word Family
suggestion
suggestion (noun) expressing an idea or plan for someone to consider, πρόταση
Example
Any helpful suggestions would be welcome.
Synonym
offer
Word Family
suggest
suit (verb) to be right for a particular person, situation or occasion, ταιριάζω
Example
Green really suits you.
Synonym
fit, match
Word Family
suitable
suit yourself (phrase) an expression used either humorously or angrily to mean 'do what you want to do', όπως θέλεις
Example
"Mind if I sit here?" he said. "Suit yourself"
suitable (adjective) right for the situation or purpose; fitting, κατάλληλος
Example
I want to buy him a suitable going away gift.
Synonym
applicable, appropriate, proper
Antonym
inappropriate, unsuitable
Word Family
suitably
suitcase (noun) a case used for carrying clothing and personal items, βαλίτσα
Example
I packed my suitcase.
summarise (verb) to describe briefly the main facts or ideas of something, συνοψίζω
Example
We summarise the main ideas in the final paragraph.
Synonym
recapitulate, sum up, synopsize
Word Family
summary
sunglasses (noun) (plural) a pair of eyeglasses with dark lenses to protect the eyes from bright sunlight, γυαλιά ηλίου
Example
Sunglasses help cancel out harmful UV rays from the sun.
support (verb) to provide enough for, στηρίζω
Example
Parents support their families by working.
Synonym
provide for, take care of
Antonym
neglect
Word Family
supportless, supportingly 
surface (noun) the top or outside part of something, επιφάνεια
Example
Most of the earth's surface is covered by water.
Synonym
exterior, outside
Antonym
interior
survey (noun) an examination of opinions, behaviour, etc., made by asking people questions, μελέτη
Example
A recent survey showed that 58% of people did not know where their heart was.
Synonym
poll
survive (verb) to continue to live despite serious threat to one's life, επιζώ
Example
They had so little food that it was a miracle they survived.
Synonym
exist
Word Family
survival, surviving, survivor
sweatshirt (noun) a piece of informal clothing with long sleeves, usually made of thick cotton, worn on the upper part of the body during exercise to soak up sweat, φούτερ
Example
She was dressed casually in jeans and a sweatshirt.
swimming pool (noun) a container filled with water intended for swimming, πισίνα
Example
There are many standard sizes and the largest is the Olympic-size swimming pool.
switch on (verb) to turn on a light, television, etc by using a switch, ανάβω (ηλεκτρική συσκευή)
Example
Read the instructions before you switch on the machine.
Synonym
turn on
Antonym
switch off, turn off
sword (noun) a weapon with a long, metal blade and a handle, used especially in the past, σπαθί
Example
Zoro fought many duals with his sword.
Word Family
swordlike