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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 35, A to Z.

taint
verb
to spoil something by adding a bad or harmful touch
Similar:
spoil
Opposite:
cleanse
tangible
adj.
real and solid enough to be touched or clearly seen
Similar:
touchable
Opposite:
abstract
tapestry
noun
a heavy woven cloth with a picture or pattern, hung on walls
Similar:
wall hanging
tardy
adj.
arriving or happening later than expected
Similar:
late
Opposite:
early
taut
adj.
pulled tight with no slack
Similar:
tight
Opposite:
flaccid
taxing
adj.
hard and tiring, needing a lot of effort
Similar:
demanding
Opposite:
easy
telegram
noun
a short message sent quickly by electric signals and delivered on paper, used long ago
Similar:
cable
telepathy
noun
the supposed power to share thoughts with someone without speaking or using signs
Similar:
mind-reading
temperate
adj.
mild and moderate, not too hot, cold or extreme
Similar:
mild
Opposite:
extreme
tenacious
adj.
refusing to give up and keeping going, even when things are hard
Similar:
determined
Opposite:
irresolute
tenacity
noun
the determination to keep going and never give up
Similar:
determination
Opposite:
apathy
tentative
adj.
not certain or final, or done in a hesitant way
Similar:
hesitant
Opposite:
certain

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