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Core vocabulary

Richer words for stories and reading, the bulk of what 11+ synonym and antonym questions test. 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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A first look at these words

Core level: the first 12 of 105, A to Z.

candidate
noun
a person who is applying for a job or standing in a vote or exam
Similar:
applicant
candlelight
noun
the soft light given off by a burning candle
Similar:
candleglow
canopy
noun
a covering that hangs or spreads above something, like the top layer of leaves in a forest
Similar:
awning
captivating
adj.
so charming or interesting that it holds your attention
Similar:
fascinating
Opposite:
boring
carelessly
adv.
without paying enough attention, so that mistakes or damage happen
Similar:
recklessly
Opposite:
attentively
cast
noun
all the actors who take part in a play, film or show
Similar:
actors
category
noun
a group of things that share something in common
Similar:
class
Opposite:
difference
caution
noun
great care taken to avoid danger or mistakes
Similar:
care
Opposite:
boldness
cautious
adj.
careful to avoid danger or mistakes
Similar:
careful
Opposite:
careless
cautiously
adv.
slowly and carefully, so as to avoid danger or mistakes
Similar:
carefully
Opposite:
boldly
cease
verb
to stop or come to an end
Similar:
stop
Opposite:
begin
ceiling
noun
the inside surface at the top of a room
Similar:
roof
Opposite:
floor

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