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The words that separate strong scores in GL and CEM papers: precise, less common, often with tricky look-alikes. Each word has a meaning written for children, a similar word and an opposite. Have a look at the first words for free.

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Advanced level: the first 12 of 72, A to Z.

abate
verb
to become less strong or less intense
Similar:
lessen
Opposite:
escalate
abdicate
verb
to give up the throne or an important duty
Similar:
resign
Opposite:
accept
abhorrent
adj.
truly horrible and hateful, making you feel disgust
Similar:
horrible
Opposite:
admirable
abode
noun
the place where a person lives
Similar:
home
abominable
adj.
extremely bad, horrible or unpleasant
Similar:
horrible
Opposite:
delightful
abrasive
adj.
rough and harsh, either in manner or to the touch
Similar:
harsh
Opposite:
gentle
absorbing
adj.
so interesting that it holds all your attention
Similar:
captivating
Opposite:
boring
acclaim
noun
strong public praise and approval
Similar:
praise
Opposite:
condemnation
accolade
noun
a special honour or award given as praise
Similar:
award
accommodate
verb
to provide space for, or to help by meeting someone's needs
Similar:
adapt
Opposite:
deny
accommodation
noun
a place where people live or stay, such as a house, flat or hotel
Similar:
housing
accusatory
adj.
showing that you think someone has done something wrong
Similar:
blaming
Opposite:
admiring

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