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Science & space

Words from science lessons, inventions and the universe. Foundation words are free for everyone; the harder levels come with Premium.

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Ten questions from the science & space theme in the 11+ styles: closest meaning, opposites, odd one out, words in context and missing words. Marked straight away, with explanations. No account needed.

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Stretch, Advanced, Core levels: the first 5 of 5, A to Z.

  • impermeable

    adj.Stretch

    not allowing liquids or gases to pass through

    Similar:
    waterproof
    Opposite:
    absorbent
  • impervious

    adj.Stretch

    not letting water or anything else get through

    Similar:
    sealed
    Opposite:
    absorbent
  • inert

    adj.Advanced

    not moving and unable to move by itself

    Similar:
    motionless
    Opposite:
    active
  • inertia

    nounStretch

    a tendency to keep still or carry on as before

    Similar:
    inactivity
    Opposite:
    activity
  • innovation

    nounCore

    a new idea, method or invention

    Similar:
    invention
    Opposite:
    convention

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