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calcium (n) Workbook Unit 6 Lesson 16	a soft, silver-white substance that is one of the chemical elements Example Calcium is used by the body for building healthy bones and teeth.
calculate (v) Workbook Unit 4 Lesson 12	to find out by using arithmetic Example I'm trying to calculate how much flour we need. Synonym compute, count, measure Word Family calculation, calculator
calculator (n) Unit 4 Lesson 10	an electronic device that you use to do mathematical calculations Example Calculators are not allowed in exams.
calendar (n) Workbook Unit 2 Lesson 4	a page or set of pages that shows the days, weeks, and months of a year Example We hang a new calendar on the wall every January.
calligraphy (n) Workbook Unit 5 Lesson 13	elegant lettering or writing done by hand Example The calligraphy on these invitations is beautiful. Word Family calligrapher
calorie (n) Unit 6 Lesson 16	a unit for measuring the amount of energy that a food can produce when taken into the body Example The more calories something has, the more energy it can provide for the body.
campaign (n) Unit 6 Lesson 16	a series of planned actions carried out in order to reach a particular goal Example We are helping with the campaign for her election as governor. Synonym crusade, drive Word Family campaigner
campus (n) Unit 4 Lesson 10	the buildings of a college or university and the land that surrounds them Example There's accommodation for about five hundred students on campus.
canned (adj) Workbook Unit 6 Lesson 16	put in a sealed jar to keep fresh for future use Example My mother cooks with canned tomatoes in the winter because fresh ones are not in season. Synonym tinned
canoe (v) Unit 3 Lesson 7	to ride a canoe Example How long did it take you to canoe across the river? Word Family canoeist, canoeing
can’t make heads or tails of (id) Unit 2 Lesson 5	something is too difficult or complicated for someone to understand Example Steven is so strange. I can't make head or tail of him.
capital (n) Unit 1 Lesson 2	the city where the government of a country or state is located Example The capital of the United States is Washington, D.C.
capsule (n) Workbook Unit 2 Lesson 7	the part of a spacecraft that people live in Example The capsule landed on Mars. Word Family capsular
caption (n) Unit 8 Lesson 24	the words that describe a picture or graph in a magazine, book, or newspaper Example This magazine has very clever captions under the pictures.
captivate (v) Workbook Unit 5 Lesson 15	to charm or fascinate, by beauty or wit Example She was captivated by the gracefulness of the dancers. Synonym bewitch, charm, fascinate Antonym bore, repel Word Family captivating
carbon dioxide (n) Unit 6 self-evaluation	a gas without color or odor that is made up of carbon and oxygen Example Carbon dioxide is in the air and is used in soft drinks.
care (v) Unit 1 Lesson 1	to have an opinion or concern about something Example He didn't care what other people said about him. Word Family careful, careless
carnival (n) Unit 8 Lesson 24	(a period of) public enjoyment involving wearing unusual clothes, dancing, and eating and drinking Example There's a real carnival atmosphere in the streets of Rio in Brazil.
carry out (v) Unit 1 Lesson 2	to do what has been planned; to start and complete something. Example It will take a year to carry out the plans for the new building. Synonym achieve
cart (n) Unit 7 Lesson 20	a small, light vehicle moved by hand and used to carry things Example Most large grocery stores have shopping carts for their customers to use.
carving (n) Unit 2 Lesson 4	the work or result of cutting and shaping wood, stone, or other material Example He makes beautiful carvings of birds.
cast (n) Workbook Unit 5 Lesson 15	a group of people acting in a play or film Example The director organised a party for the cast. Synonym actors, players
castanet (n) Workbook Unit 5 Lesson 14	one of a pair of wooden or ivory instruments that are partly hollowed out Example Castanets are held in the hand and clicked together to the rhythms of Spanish dance music.
catastrophe (n) Unit 2 Introduction	an event that brings great harm, suffering, or loss to a large area or many people Example The earthquake was a catastrophe that destroyed many cities. Synonym disaster, tragedy Word Family catastrophic, catastrophically
catch (v) Unit 8 Lesson 22	to get control of (someone or something moving away); capture Example The cat tried to catch the mouse. Synonym capture, overhaul, take, trap
cathedral (n) Workbook Unit 8 Lesson 22	the main church of a bishop's district Example The cathedral is one of the most imposing buildings in the town.
cautious (adj) Workbook Unit 3 Lesson 9	taking care to avoid risks or danger Example Christine is a cautious driver; she never exceeds the speed limit. Synonym careful, vigilant, wary Antonym daring, impulsive Word Family cautiously, cautiousness
cave (n) Workbook Unit 1 Lesson 3	a large hole in the side of a hill, cliff or mountain, or one that is underground Example Speleology is the scientific study or exploration of caves.
celebrate (v) Unit 1 Lesson 2	to take part in special enjoyable activities because it is a special day or something good has happened Example We celebrated her birthday with a big party. Word Family celebration
celebrity (n) Unit 6 Lesson 16	a person who is famous Example Some actors are celebrities.
cell (n) Workbook Unit 2 Lesson 6	a small room in a prison or jail Example The prisoner had to stay in his cell most of the day.
cell phone (n) Unit 4 Lesson 12	(US) a mobile phone (= telephone that you can carry everywhere with you) Example It is rude to talk on your cell phone in a cinema.
cello (n) Workbook Unit 5 Lesson 14	a large musical instrument with four strings Example The cello is in the violin family but has a deeper tone than the violin. Word Family cellist
ceremony (n) Workbook Unit 2 Lesson 7	a formal event that is performed on important social or religious occasions Example The wedding ceremony took place on a beautiful little island. Synonym celebration
certainly (adv) Workbook Unit 2 Lesson 4	without doubt or question Example I'll certainly do my best. Synonym definitely Antonym possibly
certificate (n) Workbook Unit 4 Lesson 10	a statement on paper that shows or proves that certain facts are true Example Her birth certificate shows that she is 50 years old. Word Family certification
chalet (n) Workbook Unit 1 Lesson 3	a small wooden house found in mountain areas, especially in Swiss Alps Example We stayed overnight at a ski chalet.
chalk (n) Workbook Unit 5 Lesson 13	a soft, white limestone that comes mostly from tiny sea shells Example We rarely use a piece of chalk to write on the blackboard.
challenge (v) Unit 2 Lesson 4	call into question; dispute Example A book that challenges established beliefs. Word Family challenging
chamber (n) Workbook Unit 5 Lesson 14	a large room or meeting hall Example The town meeting was held in the council chamber. Synonym hall
champion (n) Unit 4 Lesson 9	person, animal, or team that wins a competition Example The tennis champion Nadal was beaten by Federer. Synonym victor, winner Word Family championship
chance (v) Unit 7 Lesson 20	to happen by accident Example I chanced to see Mr. Sanchez on the bus. Synonym happen
channel (n) Unit 8 Lesson 22	a long, narrow body of water that joins two larger bodies of water Example We're going to take a trip across the Channel. Synonym waterway
chaos (n) Unit 5 Lesson 13	a state, condition, or place of complete confusion or disorder Example The class was in chaos on the last day of school. Synonym anarchy, mess Antonym order Word Family chaotic
chaotic (adj) Workbook Unit 4 Lesson 11	completely disordered or disorganized; in a state of complete confusion Example The house is a bit chaotic at the moment; we're still decorating. Antonym orderly, systematic Word Family chaotically
charity (n) Unit 4 Lesson 11	money, food, or other help that is given to people Example They did a charity performance on the first night, to raise money for AIDS research. Synonym contribution, donation Word Family charitable
charming (adj) Workbook Unit 5 Lesson 15	full of charm; pleasant; attractive Example Aunt Ellen has charming manners. Synonym attractive, graceful Antonym dull, nasty, unpleasant Word Family charmingly
chart (n) Unit 1 Lesson 1	a sheet that gives information in the form of a table or graph Example The sales manager pointed to the numbers on his chart. Synonym graph, table
check in (n) Workbook Unit 2 Lesson 7	the place at an airport where you show your ticket so that you can be told where you will be sitting Example You have to show your passport at the check in.
cheerful (adj) Unit 1 self-evaluation	full of happy or good feelings Example My sister is always cheerful when she returns from school. Synonym sunny Antonym down, sad, unhappy Word Family cheerfully, cheerfulness
chef (n) Unit 6 Lesson 16	a cook in charge of a hotel or restaurant kitchen Example Ilias Mamalakis is a famous Greek chef.
chess (n) Workbook Unit 1 Lesson 2	a board game played by two people in which each player has 16 pieces, and the object is to trap the opponent's king Example Chess is a board game that requires concentration, strategy and practice.
chest (n) Workbook Unit 8 Lesson 22	the upper front part of the body between the neck and waist Example Injury to the chest results in up to ¼ of all deaths.
chew (v) Workbook Unit 8 Lesson 22	to tear or grind between the teeth Example Chew your food before you swallow it. Word Family chewable
choir (n) Workbook Unit 5 Lesson 14	a group of people who sing together, especially a group that sings religious music; chorus Example He sings in the church choir.
chop (v) Workbook Unit 6 Lesson 16	to cut into many small pieces (often followed by "up") Example The chef chopped up an onion for the soup. Synonym dice, mince
chopstick (n) Unit 8 Lesson 23	one of a pair of thin sticks used for eating, especially in Asian countries Example Chopsticks are most commonly made of bamboo.
choral (adj) Unit 5 Lesson 14	written to be sung or spoken by a chorus or choir Example Choral music is really interesting. Word Family chorally
chore (n) Workbook Unit 3 Lesson 8	a boring job that you must do Example I find ironing a real chore.
chorus (n) Unit 5 Lesson 15	a group of male actors in ancient Greek plays who explained what was happening in the play using, poetry and dance Example The chorus was very important in ancient Greek tragedies.
chubby (adj) Workbook Unit 1 Lesson 1	plump and round Example What a cute, chubby face your baby sister has! Synonym plump, round Antonym lean, slim, thin
civil war (n) Unit 5 Lesson 13	a war within a country between different groups or areas Example The Spanish Civil War lasted from 1936 to 1939.
civilian (n) Unit 5 Lesson 13	a person who is not serving in the armed forces or the police Example The soldiers were sent to rescue a group of civilians who were being held by the enemy. Synonym citizen Antonym military man
civilization (n) Unit 2 Introduction	human society with its well developed social organizations, or the culture and way of life of a society or country at a particular period in time Example Fertile land and a steady supply of water made civilization possible in the valley. Synonym culture
classmate (n) Unit 1 Lesson 1	someone who is in the same class as you at school Example The teacher introduced her to her new classmates. Synonym fellow student
clay (n) Unit 2 Lesson 5	thick, heavy soil that is soft when wet, and hard when dry or baked Example You use clay to make bricks, pots, and other things.
climate (n) Workbook Unit 8 Lesson 22	the usual weather conditions in a place Example Antarctica has a cold climate. Word Family climatic, climatically
close (adj) Unit 7 Lesson 21	near, in relation or association Example My sister is my closest relative. Synonym familiar, intimate, near Antonym distant Word Family closed, closing, closely, closeness
close (adv) Unit 1 Lesson 2	in a close way; near Example She held her baby close. Synonym near Antonym far Word Family closely
close (v) Unit 7 Lesson 20	to stop up; shut Example Close the door. Synonym shut, stop Antonym open
cloth (n) Workbook Unit 1 Lesson 3	material made by weaving Example Her coat is made of cloth, not fur. Synonym fabric, material, textile Word Family clothe, clothing, clothes
club (n) Workbook Unit 3 Lesson 9	a long stick used to hit the ball in golf Example Peter uses professional golf clubs in all his games.
clue (n) Unit 8 Lesson 22	a hint that helps solve a puzzle, problem, or mystery Example The detective found many clues at the scene of the crime. Synonym hint, lead
coach (n) Unit 2 Lesson 5	a public bus Example We took a coach from Chicago to New York City. Synonym bus
coal (n) Workbook Unit 6 Lesson 17	a hard black or dark brown substance that is found in the earth and burned as fuel Example Coal is dug out of the ground.
coastal (adj) Workbook Unit 6 Lesson 18	of, at, or near a coast Example She lives in a coastal town and likes to walk on the beach. Antonym inland
coin (n) Unit 2 Lesson 4	a piece of metal money that is small, flat, and round Example Pennies, nickels, dimes, and quarters are all coins.
collaborate (v) Unit 7 Lesson 21	to work with someone else on a project Example They collaborated on planning the party. Synonym cooperate Word Family collaborator, collaboration
collage (n) Unit 8 Lesson 24	a type of art work in which different kinds of materials are pasted onto a surface to make a picture Example She made a collage with shells and feathers and dried seaweed that she found on the beach.
collapse (v) Unit 2 Lesson 5	to fall down; give way Example The bridge collapsed because of heavy traffic. Synonym break, break down
colleague (n) Unit 2 Lesson 4	a person who has the same job or employer as another Example I met my mother's colleagues when she took me to her office. Synonym associate, companion, coworker
collect (v) Unit 1 Lesson 1	to gather together Example The teacher collected her students' work. Synonym gather Word Family collection
colony (n) Unit 2 Introduction	a country or area controlled politically by a more powerful and often distant country Example America was a colony of England before it became independent. Word Family colonial
column (n) Unit 2 Lesson 4	a section of print or writing that runs down a page, not across Example I added up a column of numbers.
combine (v) Unit 6 Lesson 17	to bring or join together into a whole Example He combined dirt and water to make mud. Synonym blend, join, mix Antonym isolate, separate Word Family combination
come across (v) Workbook Unit 8 Lesson 22	to discover or find by chance Example I came across a new recipe in that magazine.
come off (phr) Workbook Unit 5 Lesson 15	to succeed Example The deal for the new football player didn't come off.
come out (phr) Workbook Unit 5 Lesson 15	to be published or brought out as a book Example His new novel came out last month. Synonym appear, issue
come round (phr) Workbook Unit 5 Lesson 15	to visit Example If you come round tonight, we will order pizza.
come round (v) Workbook Unit 8 Lesson 22	to change one's opinion, especially to agree with that of another Example At first she didn't like the idea, but she came round to our way of thinking in the end. Synonym comply, concede Antonym criticise, insult
come up (phr) Unit 4 Lesson 11	If a problem or difficult situation comes up, it happens. Example The same problems come up every time. Synonym arise, emerge, occur
come up with (phr) Workbook Unit 5 Lesson 15	to think of an idea Example They came up with an interesting plan to increase their income.
comfort (v) Unit 7 Lesson 19	to give relief from a painful or difficult situation; soothe Example My mother comforted me when my hamster died. Antonym distress, hurt, trouble Word Family comforting
comic strip (n) Unit 5 Lesson 13	a series of cartoons in a newspaper that tells a funny story Example My favourite comic strip is Snoopy.
comment (n) Unit 2 Lesson 6	a written or spoken statement of opinion Example The teacher's comments on my first report helped me get a better grade on my second one. Synonym observation, remark
comment (v) Unit 6 Lesson 17	to give a spoken or written opinion Example A lot of people commented on his new haircut. Synonym note Word Family commentary
commentary (n) Unit 8 Lesson 22	a spoken description of an event on the radio or television that is broadcast as the event happens Example The commentary on the Olympic games was much better on the other channel.
commercial (adj) Unit 2 Lesson 5	having to do with trade or business Example The commercial part of town has many stores. Word Family commercially
committee (n) Unit 1 Lesson 3	a group of people who meet to discuss and make decisions about a particular matter Example The bank's loan committee meets twice a week. Synonym board, council
communication (n) Unit 7 Lesson 21	the sharing or exchange of messages, information, or ideas Example Sign language is a form of communication used by deaf people. Synonym conversationexpression, message
community (n) Unit 6 Lesson 18	a group of people who live close together or have shared interests Example The scientific community was excited about the new discovery. Synonym people, public, society
companionship (n) Workbook Unit 7 Lesson 19	the relationship between or among people who spend time together; friendship Example I miss your companionship. Synonym company, friendship
comparative (n) Unit 1 Lesson 3	the form of an adjective or adverb that expresses a difference in amount, in number, or quality Example The words "better," "faster," and "more beautiful" are comparatives. Word Family comparatively
compassionate (adj) Unit 7 Lesson 19	filled with care for another's suffering; sympathetic Example She was a compassionate woman who always took care of others. Synonym bighearted, kindhearted Antonym cold-hearted, cruel, heartless, insensitive Word Family compassionately
compete (v) Unit 4 Lesson 9	to try to win or get something that others are also trying to get Example The two friends competed for the starring role in the play. Synonym contend, fight
compile (v) Unit 6 Lesson 18	to gather information together to form one written work. Example They are compiling a dictionary. Synonym assemble Word Family compilation
complex (n)/(adj) Workbook Unit 2 Lesson 4	1. (n) involving a lot of different but connected parts; 2. (adj) difficult to understand Example 1. They built a large housing complex on that land. 2. It's a very complex issue to which there is no straightforward answer.
complexion (n) Unit 1 Lesson 1	the natural colour and condition of the skin, especially of the face Example She has a dark complexion.
complicated (adj) Unit 5 Lesson 14	hard to understand; difficult to do or to deal with Example Our teacher gave us a complicated problem to work on. Synonym complex, tricky Antonym simple
compliment (n) Workbook Unit 8 Lesson 22	an expression of praise, admiration, or approval Example He gave her a compliment on her speech. Synonym praise
compose (v) Unit 1 Lesson 2	to write a new piece of music Example She has composed several songs. Synonym create, write Word Family composer, composition
compost (n) Unit 6 Lesson 18	decaying plant material which is added to soil to improve its quality Example Garden leaves can be used as compost when they decay .
compound (adj) Workbook Unit 2 Lesson 5	having to do with a word that has two or more parts, or a sentence made up of two or more main clauses Example "Bathroom" is a compound word. "I went to the store, and I bought some bread" is a compound sentence.
compulsory (adj) Workbook Unit 4 Lesson 10	If something is compulsory, you must do it because of a rule or law Example This test is compulsory for graduation. Synonym involuntary, necessary, required Antonym optional
concentrate (v) Workbook Unit 4 Lesson 11	to think very carefully about something you are doing and nothing else Example Helen was finding it difficult to concentrate. Synonym focus Word Family concetration
concentric (adj) Unit 4 Lesson 9	of circles or spheres, having the same center Example It is made up of concentrical rings like those of an onion. Antonym eccentric Word Family concentrically, concentricity
concert hall (n) Workbook Unit 3 Lesson 8	a large public building where concerts (e.g. by musicians or singers) are performed Example They're appearing in concert tonight at the Royal Concert Hall.
concession (n) Unit 8 Lesson 22	(Brit) a reduction in the usual price of something, which is available to students, old or unemployed people Example You can get travel concessions if you are over 65. Synonym reduction
concrete (n) Unit 1 Lesson 3	a hard building material made by mixing together cement, sand, small stones and water Example A concrete block is primarily used as a building material in the construction of walls.
conduct (v) Unit 4 Lesson 9	to organize or do something Example We are conducting a survey of consumer attitudes towards fast food. Synonym carry out
conductor (n) Workbook Unit 5 Lesson 14	the leader of a musical group Example The conductor led the orchestra during the concert.
cone (n) Workbook Unit 7 Lesson 20	anything shaped like a cone Example I had an ice cream cone for dessert.
conference (n) Workbook Unit 7 Lesson 21	a meeting to discuss a particular matter Example The school held a conference with teachers, students, and parents to plan the new playground.
confess (v) Unit 5 Lesson 15	to admit as true Example Sarah confessed that she ate the last cookie. Synonym admit Word Family confession
confident (adj) Unit 6 Lesson 17	sure about one's own abilities Example Lara was shy, but new friends have made her more confident. Synonym self-confident Antonym insecure, shy, timid Word Family confidence
confirmation (n) Unit 4 Lesson 9	an announcement or proof that something is true or certain Example The editor told the reporter that the story needed confirmation before it could be published.
congestion (n) Unit 6 Lesson 17	excessive traffic or the slowness and obstruction it causes Example Congestion could be reduced if more people used public transportation.
congratulate (v) Workbook Unit 3 Lesson 8	to tell someone that you are happy because they have done something good or something good has happened to them Example The losing team congratulated the winners. Synonym commend Antonym curse Word Family congratulation
connect (v) Unit 1 Lesson 2	to join together Example The plumber connected the two pipes. Synonym attach, fasten, join Antonym disconnect Word Family connected, connection, connector
conquer (v) Workbook Unit 2 Lesson 4	to get or overcome by force Example Alexander the Great conquered Persia. Synonym defeat, overcome, overpower Word Family conqueror, conquest
conservation (n) Unit 8 Lesson 22	the protection of natural resources, such as soil, water, or forests, from loss, pollution, or waste Example Our town council supports conservation. Synonym preservation Word Family conservational, conservationist
consider (v) Unit 6 Lesson 16	to spend time thinking about a possibility or making a decision Example Don't make any decisions before you've considered the matter. Synonym count, regard Antonym disregard, ignore Word Family consideration
considerate (adj) Unit 7 Lesson 19	showing regard for the feelings and needs of others Example It was very considerate of you to do all the cleaning up after the rest of us went to bed. Synonym thoughtful, attentive Antonym careless, thoughtless Word Family considerately
consideration (n) Unit 8 Lesson 22	something that must be taken into account in making a decision Example Take into consideration that winter is coming.
consist (v) Workbook Unit 1 Lesson 2	to be made up or formed of something Example The United States consists of fifty states.
consistent (adj) Unit 4 Lesson 12	always behaving or happening in a similar, usually positiveway Example He is very consistent in what he says and does. Synonym regular, uniform Word Family consistently, consistency
construction (n) Unit 1 Lesson 3	the act or process of building Example Construction of the new mall will begin next year.
consume (v) Unit 6 Lesson 16	to use up Example A car's engine consumes fuel. Synonym eat, finish, spend Antonym save Word Family consumer, consumption
consumer (n) Unit 4 Lesson 12	someone who buys goods or services Example Consumers spend a lot of money during the holidays. Synonym customer, purchaser Word Family consumerism
contact (n) Workbook Unit 7 Lesson 21	communication Example She was not in contact with her family while she was travelling. Synonym in touch
contact (v) Unit 3 Lesson 7	to be in communication with Example Give the names of two people who can be contacted in an emergency Synonym communicate with, reach
contain (v) Workbook Unit 1 Lesson 3	to hold or have within Example Many foods contain sugar. Synonym carry, hold Word Family container
contaminate (v) Workbook Unit 6 Lesson 18	to make dirty, polluted, or not usable by touching or by adding something to Example Chemicals are contaminating the town's water supply. Synonym pollute Antonym purify Word Family contamination, contaminated, contaminator
contemporary (adj) Workbook Unit 5 Lesson 13	belonging to the present time; current; modern Example He doesn't like contemporary art. Synonym modern Antonym ancient, historical
contest (n) Unit 8 Lesson 22	a race or game that people try to win to get a prize; competition Example My cousin won first prize in the math contest. Synonym competition, event, match, race Word Family contestant
context (n) Unit 1 self-evaluation	the setting of a word or phrase that affects its meaning Example The meaning of the word "fly" changes depending on its context.
continent (n) Unit 8 Lesson 24	one of the seven large land masses on the Earth's surface Example Continents are surrounded by sea and usually consist of various countries. Word Family continental
contrast (n) Workbook Unit 2 Lesson 7	an obvious difference between two people or things Example While there are similarities in the two cultures, there are also great contrasts. Synonym difference Word Family contrastable, contrastably, contrastingly
contribute (v) Unit 6 Lesson 16	to give something, especially money, in order to provide or achieve something together with other people Example Her family have contributed 50,000 euros to the fund. Synonym donate Word Family contribution
contribution (n) Unit 7 Introduction	the act of contributing Example She made a contribution to the church. Synonym donation, presentation Word Family contributional
convenient (adj) Unit 4 Lesson 12	easy to use or suiting your plans well Example My secretary will call you to arrange a convenient time to meet. Synonym handy, helpful, useful Antonym inconvenient Word Family conveniently
convert (v) Unit 4 Lesson 12	change in form, character, or opinion Example They converted the spare bedroom into an office. Synonym alter, change, transform Word Family conversion, converting
convey (v) Unit 1 Lesson 2	to communicate; to express Example The picture conveys a feeling of joy. Synonym express
convince (v) Unit 5 Lesson 15	to cause to believe or accept Example She convinced the judge of her innocence. Synonym persuade, satisfy Word Family convincing, convincingly
cooperation (n) Unit 8 Lesson 22	the act of working together Example With your cooperation, we can finish planting the flowers today. Synonym teamwork
coordinator (n) Workbook Unit 5 Lesson 14	the person responsible to arrange others to work well together Example She is the coordinator of the new environmental project.
cope (v) Workbook Unit 5 Lesson 14	to handle or deal with in a successful way (often followed by "with"). Example I can't cope with all that information. Synonym deal, get along, handle
copper (n) Unit 8 Lesson 22	a reddish brown metal that is one of the chemical elements. Example That shiny tea kettle is made of copper.
correspond (v) Workbook Unit 8 Lesson 24	to agree; match (often followed by "with" or "to") Example Your story corresponds with your neighbour's. Synonym accord, agree, coincide, match Word Family correspondence, corresponding
corridor (n) Unit 4 Lesson 9	a passage in a building or train with rooms on one or both sides Example We had to wait outside in the corridor until our names were called. Synonym hall, hallway, passage
cosmopolitan (adj) Workbook Unit 2 Lesson 7	containing or having experience of people and things from many different parts of the world Example New York is a cosmopolitan city. Synonym sophisticated Antonym provincial Word Family cosmopolitanism
cottage (n) Workbook Unit 1 Lesson 3	a small house, usually in the countryside Example We rented a cottage by the lake last summer.
cotton (n) Unit 6 Lesson 18	a plant that makes soft, white fibers used to make thread or cloth Example I wore a cotton shirt and wool trousers.
cough (v) Workbook Unit 4 Lesson 10	to make air come out of your throat with a short sound Example I think I'm getting a cold. I've been coughing all day.
count (v) Workbook Unit 8 Lesson 23	to consider to be; regard Example I count myself lucky to have lived through the car accident. Synonym consider, regard Word Family countable, countless
count on (v) Unit 2 Lesson 5	to depend on or trust a person Example Can I count on you to take care of your little sister tonight? Synonym depend, rely
countless (adj) Unit 3 Lesson 7	very great in number; not able to be counted Example I've heard this song countless times on the radio Synonym endless Antonym few Word Family countlessly
countryside (n) Unit 8 Lesson 22	a rural area Example Crete has very picturesque countryside. Synonym country, land
courage (n) Workbook Unit 7 Lesson 19	the ability to face fear or danger; bravery Example It takes courage to stand up for what you believe in. Synonym bravery, daring, guts, nerve Antonym cowardice Word Family courageous
courageous (adj) Unit 7 self-evaluation	brave Example The courageous firefighters rescued the people who were trapped in the burning building. Synonym bold, brave, daring, fearless Antonym cowardly Word Family courageously, courageousness
course (n) Workbook Unit 4 Lesson 11	a series of lessons in a subject Example I took a course in painting. Synonym class, subject
court (n) Workbook Unit 3 Lesson 9	an area for playing a sport Example The hotel has a swimming pool and a tennis court.
cover (n) Workbook Unit 4 Lesson 12	the outer front or back part of a magazine, book etc Example His photo's on the cover of Newsweek again.
crack (v) Workbook Unit 2 Lesson 5	to break, but not into separate pieces Example The plate cracked, but it can still be used.
cradle (n) Unit 8 Lesson 24	the beginning place of an event or idea Example We visited a country that is said to be the cradle of civilization.
craft (n) Unit 3 Lesson 7	something that someone has made in a skilful way using their hands Example Let's buy souvenirs from a shop with crafts Synonym art, handicraft
craftsman (n) Workbook Unit 2 Lesson 6	a person who works at a craft or skilled trade; artisan Example The plates are hand painted by our finest craftsmen.
cram (v) Unit 5 Lesson 13	to fill with more than can be easily held Example Hundreds of people crammed the hall. Synonym pack, stuff Word Family cramming, crammer, crammed
crane (n) Unit 2 Lesson 6	a machine with a tall arm that can move up and down or around in a circle to lift and move heavy objects Example The workers used a crane to lift cement blocks onto the truck. Synonym lift
crash (n) Workbook Unit 7 Lesson 20	a loud noise of things breaking or colliding Example There was a huge crash when the shelf fell down. Synonym clatter, smash
crash (v) Unit 7 self-evaluation	to strike violently (against or through something) while riding or moving Example He lost control of his bike and crashed into the fence. Synonym collide, slam Word Family crasher
creak (v) Workbook Unit 7 Lesson 20	to make or move with a grinding or squeaking noise Example The chair creaked when he sat down in it. Synonym squeak
creation (n) Unit 2 Introduction	the act of producing or causing to exist Example The art students displayed their creations at the fair.
creative (adj) Unit 7 Lesson 21	able to make or do something new or with imagination Example That creative inventor designed a new kind of car. Synonym artistic, original, imaginative, inventive Word Family creatively, creativeness, creativity
crime (n) Workbook Unit 7 Lesson 21	something done against the law Example Driving while drunk is a crime. Word Family criminal
crooked (adj) Workbook Unit 1 Lesson 1	bent, curved or twisting Example We walked on the crooked path. Synonym askew, bent Antonym straight Word Family crookedly
cross (v) Workbook Unit 2 Lesson 7	to go from one side of something to the other side Example Let's cross the street. Synonym go across, move across Word Family crossing
cross over (v) Workbook Unit 8 Lesson 22	travel across ; travel across Example We crossed over the channel to the island.
crossroads (n) Workbook Unit 2 Lesson 7	a place where two roads cross each other Example Turn right at the next crossroads.
crucial (adj) Workbook Unit 7 Lesson 20	very important; deciding the success or failure of something Example It is crucial that you follow directions during a fire drill. Synonym critical, imperative Antonym minor Word Family crucially
cruise (n) Workbook Unit 8 Lesson 22	a pleasure trip on a ship Example We took a cruise to the islands of the Caribbean.
cry (v) Workbook Unit 7 Lesson 20	to make a sound or call characteristic of an animal Example The hawk cried as it dove from the sky. Synonym howl
cube (n) Unit 1 Lesson 3	a solid figure with six square faces all the same size, or any similar solid figure Example I dropped a cube of ice in my drink. Word Family cubic
cubism (n) Unit 5 Lesson 13	a style of modern art in which an object or person is shown as a set of geometric shapes Example Cubism was initiated in 1907 by Pablo Picasso. Word Family cubist
cultural (adj) Unit 7 Lesson 21	relating to the habits, traditions and beliefs of a society Example Every summer there are cultural events in my village. Word Family culturally
cuneiform (adj) Unit 4 Lesson 12	a form of writing used for over 3,000 years until the 1st century BC in the ancient countries of the Middle East Example Cuneiform script is one of the earliest known forms of written expression.
curb (n) Unit 7 Lesson 20	the edge of a raised path nearest the road Example The young driver drove the car up onto the curb.
curiosity (n) Unit 2 self-evaluation	the desire to learn or know Example He read his grandmother's journal with great curiosity.
curling (n) Unit 4 Lesson 9	a game played on ice in which special flat round stones are slid towards a mark Example Curling is a winter Olympic sport.
curly (adj) Unit 1 Lesson 1	having curls or a curved shape Example Sam has curly hair. Antonym straight
currency (n) Workbook Unit 2 Lesson 7	the units of money used in a particular country Example The dollar is the basic unit of U.S. currency. Synonym cash, money
curse (n) Workbook Unit 5 Lesson 14	something that brings harm or suffering Example Millions live with the curse of not having enough to eat. Synonym enemy, evil Antonym blessing
curve (n) Workbook Unit 1 Lesson 3	a line that bends smoothly in one direction without any straight parts Example She drew a curve with the marker. Word Family curved
cushion (n) Workbook Unit 7 Lesson 20	a pillow or pad that one sits on or leans on for comfort Example Cushions are used for decoration. Synonym pillow
custom (n) Unit 1 Lesson 2	a way of behaving or a belief which has been established for a long time Example In my country, it's the custom for women to get married in white. Synonym habit, tradition Word Family customary
customer (n) Unit 3 Lesson 7	a person who buys products or services Example The store held a special sale for its regular customers Synonym consumer
cut out (phr) Unit 6 Lesson 17	(informal) to forgo or discontinue Example He cut out red meat in his diet.

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