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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 18, A to Z.

gallant
adj.
brave and noble, or very polite and respectful
Similar:
brave
Opposite:
cowardly
garbled
adj.
mixed up and confusing, so hard to understand
Similar:
jumbled
Opposite:
clear
gauge
verb
to measure something or work out how much or how good
Similar:
measure
genial
adj.
friendly, cheerful and pleasant to be with
Similar:
friendly
Opposite:
aloof
genre
noun
a particular type or style of writing, film or music
Similar:
type
Opposite:
contrast
genuine
adj.
real and true, not fake or pretend
Similar:
authentic
Opposite:
fake
glinting
verb
to shine with small, quick flashes of light
Similar:
flashing
glutton
noun
a person who eats far too much and is greedy for food
Similar:
overeater
gradually
adv.
slowly, a little at a time, over a period
Similar:
bit by bit
Opposite:
abruptly
grandeur
noun
great beauty and impressive splendour
Similar:
splendour
Opposite:
humility
grandiose
adj.
grand and impressive, often more than is needed
Similar:
grand
Opposite:
humble
granular
adj.
made up of small grains or tiny pieces
Similar:
grainy
Opposite:
smooth

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