TOEIC words: the 1249 that come up most

This list is the TOEIC Service List, ordered by how often each word appears in TOEIC material. Number one is the word you are most likely to meet on the test, not the easiest word. Every entry links to its own page with a meaning and an example sentence.

1249 words on this page

1 - 100

  • mistera polite word used to address a man
  • memoa short written message inside a company
  • logicalA2following clear and sensible reasoning
  • o'clockA1used to say the exact hour
  • refundB1money given back to a customer
  • noonA2twelve o'clock in the day
  • lobbyB2an entrance hall, or a group pressuring policy
  • publishA2to print and release a book
  • receiptA2a paper proving you paid
  • luggageB1bags and suitcases used for traveling
  • rentalB2an item or service available for rent
  • receptionB1the desk where visitors are welcomed
  • leaseB2a legal agreement to rent property
  • notifyto tell someone about something officially
  • previewa short look at something before it is public
  • manualB2done by hand rather than machine
  • obtainB1get or acquire something
  • ovalB2shaped like an egg or ellipse
  • outdoorB1happening or used outside
  • occupationA2a person's job or profession
  • postponeB2delay an event to a later time
  • merchandiseB2goods bought and sold, products
  • receptionistA2a person who greets office visitors
  • renovationthe work of repairing and improving a building
  • precedeB2come before something in time or order
  • replacementB2a person or thing that takes another's place
  • passportB1official document for international travel
  • keyboardB1set of keys for typing or playing music
  • mediaB2newspapers, television, and internet news outlets
  • laptopB2a small portable computer
  • mallA2a large building with many shops
  • medicationB2medicine used to treat illness
  • recycleA2to reuse materials instead of discarding
  • renewB1make something valid or new again
  • minivery small in size
  • photocopyB1a copy made by a machine
  • renovateto repair and improve an old building
  • providera company or person that supplies a service
  • recipienta person who receives something
  • mechanicB1person who repairs machines, especially vehicles
  • mergerB2combining of two companies into one
  • labB1room for scientific work, short for laboratory
  • jewelryA1decorative items like rings, necklaces
  • overtimeB2beyond the usual working hours
  • outstandingB1extremely good; excellent
  • overnightB1lasting or happening during one night
  • logoB1symbol or design representing a company
  • newslettera short regular report sent to members
  • photographerA2a person who takes photographs
  • passwordB1secret word used for access
  • prohibitB2formally forbid something by law or rule
  • picnicA1a meal eaten outdoors
  • recipeB2set of instructions for cooking a dish
  • refreshmenta small amount of food or drink
  • paperworkB2documents and written record keeping
  • quitA2to stop doing something, or leave a job
  • midnightA2twelve o'clock at night
  • productivitythe amount of work done in a period of time
  • rainyA1having a lot of rain
  • relocateto move to a new place
  • questionnaireB1a set of written questions for research
  • lampA2a device that gives light
  • latelyB1recently, in the near past
  • machinerymachines as a group, especially large ones
  • presenterB2person who introduces or hosts a show
  • memoranduma formal short note or report
  • photocopiera machine that makes paper copies
  • loungea comfortable room for sitting and waiting
  • painterA2someone who paints pictures or houses
  • patronB2person who supports or regularly uses a place
  • prescriptionB1doctor's written order for medicine
  • productiveB1producing a lot; efficient
  • omitto leave something out
  • ladderB1set of steps for climbing
  • photographyA2the art of taking photographs
  • leakB2a small hole letting liquid or gas escape
  • occupancythe number of people using a place
  • proficiencya good level of skill in something
  • renewalthe act of making something valid or new again
  • petA1an animal kept for company
  • minimizeB1to reduce something to the smallest amount possible
  • optionalB2available as a choice, not required
  • paycheckthe money a worker is paid, or the check for it
  • politeA2having good manners, respectful
  • protectiveB1giving or intended to give protection
  • juiceA1liquid from fruit or vegetables
  • laneA2a narrow street or road
  • popularityB2state of being liked or admired by many
  • posterA1a large printed picture or notice
  • promptlyB2immediately, without any delay
  • knowledgeableC1well informed about a subject
  • organizerB2a person who arranges or plans an event
  • overduelater than the time it should have been done
  • predictionA2a statement about the future
  • orientationa meeting that introduces people to a new place
  • outletB2a socket for electricity, or a way to release energy
  • packetB2a small package containing something
  • plumberB2person who installs and repairs pipes
  • ovenA2an appliance for baking food
  • pantto breathe quickly with an open mouth

101 - 200

  • profitableB2producing financial gain
  • refrigeratorA2an appliance that keeps food cold
  • reimburseto pay money back to someone
  • jetA1a fast aircraft
  • realisticB1seeing things as they really are
  • loyalB1faithful and supportive
  • luncheona formal lunch for a group of people
  • microphoneB2a device that records or amplifies sound
  • overviewa short general description of something
  • projectora machine that shows pictures on a screen
  • jogB1to run slowly for exercise
  • leisureA2free time for relaxing or fun
  • napB1short sleep, especially during the day
  • reinforceB2make something stronger or more solid
  • laundryB2clothes that need washing, or the washing process
  • mandatoryrequired by a rule or law
  • mechanicalB1relating to machines or moved by machinery
  • pharmacyB1shop that sells medicine
  • promotionalmade to advertise a product or event
  • quarterlyhappening four times a year
  • malfunctionC1to fail to work normally
  • patienceB1ability to wait calmly
  • postcardB1card sent by mail with a picture
  • prospectiveC1expected or likely to become something
  • lengthyB2taking a long time, very long
  • librarianB1person who works in a library
  • meantimethe time between two events
  • mergeB2to combine or join together
  • performerB1person who performs for an audience
  • pharmacistB2person licensed to prepare and sell medicine
  • pizzaA1a round baked dish with cheese
  • maskB2covering worn over the face
  • purchasera person who buys something
  • purseB1a small bag for money
  • realtora person whose job is selling houses
  • rearrangeB1change the order or position of things
  • reopento open again
  • kilometerA2a unit of distance, 1000 meters
  • lawnB2an area of short cut grass
  • microscopeB2an instrument for viewing tiny objects
  • misleadB1to give someone a false or wrong idea
  • misplaceC1put something in the wrong place
  • newsstanda small stall that sells newspapers
  • overheadthe regular costs of running a business
  • portfolioa collection of work that shows your skills
  • rackB2framework for holding or storing things
  • remodelto change the structure or shape of something
  • loginthe name you use to enter a computer system
  • managerialrelating to managing people or work
  • mineralB1natural solid substance found in the earth
  • motorcycleB1two-wheeled vehicle with an engine
  • necessityB2something that is essential or required
  • plannera notebook for plans, or a person who plans
  • programmerB2person who writes computer programs
  • proofreadto read a text and correct its mistakes
  • recruitera person whose job is finding new workers
  • remainderB1the part that is left over
  • nailB1thin metal pin, hard covering on fingers and toes
  • optimisticB2hopeful and confident about the future
  • pedestrianB2person walking rather than driving
  • projectionB2an estimate of future amounts, or an image cast on a surface
  • landlordB1person who rents property to tenants
  • layoutthe way parts are arranged on a page or in a space
  • lunchtimeA2the time when people eat lunch
  • payrollthe list of workers a company pays
  • pharmaceuticalrelating to medicines and drugs
  • plausibleC1seeming reasonable or believable
  • premiuma payment for insurance, or an extra amount
  • kitA2a set of tools or equipment
  • locallyin or near the area where you are
  • mentorB2an experienced person who guides someone
  • nominateto suggest someone for a job or prize
  • optto choose one thing instead of another
  • paradeB2a public procession, often for celebration
  • physicianB2medical doctor
  • polishB2substance used to make a surface shine
  • postagethe money paid to send something by mail
  • recreationalused for fun and free time activities
  • rehearseto practise something before performing it
  • removalthe act of taking something away
  • jazzB1style of music with strong rhythm
  • lifetimeB2the whole length of a person's life
  • massageB2rubbing muscles to relax the body
  • maximizeto make something as large as possible
  • mildB1gentle or not severe
  • ongoingstill happening and not finished
  • periodicallyfrom time to time, at regular times
  • pieB1baked dish with pastry and filling
  • plugB1device that connects to an electrical socket
  • recruitmentthe process of finding and hiring people
  • refereeB1an official who enforces rules in sport
  • referralthe act of sending someone to another person or place for help
  • renownC1fame for achievement
  • lockera small cupboard with a lock for your things
  • overlookB2to fail to notice, or to have a view over
  • patenta legal right to be the only maker of an invention
  • payablethat must be paid or can be paid
  • preliminaryB2coming before the main part, introductory
  • junkA2old or useless things
  • ma'ama polite way to address a woman

201 - 300

  • mileagethe distance a vehicle has travelled
  • noisyA2making a lot of loud sound
  • panA2a metal pot for cooking
  • parcelB1a wrapped package sent by mail
  • pastaA2an Italian food made from flour
  • periodicala magazine or journal published regularly
  • pillA2a small round piece of medicine
  • portableC1able to be easily carried
  • punctualB2arriving or acting exactly on time
  • recreationB2activity done for enjoyment in free time
  • relieveB2make pain or worry less severe
  • reminderB2something that helps you remember
  • nationwideB2covering or extending across an entire nation
  • padB2a block of paper, or a soft cushioned object
  • paraphraseto say something again in different words
  • placementthe act of putting someone in a job or place
  • postalB2relating to the mail delivery system
  • publicityB2public attention or promotion given to something
  • rentera person who pays to use a home or car
  • repairpersona worker who fixes broken machines
  • repeatedlyB1again and again
  • juniorA2lower in rank or younger
  • lifestyleA2the way a person lives
  • likewiseB2in the same way, also
  • moralethe confidence and spirit of a group
  • orchestraB1large group of musicians playing together
  • organizationalC1relating to how an organization is run
  • outlookB2a general attitude toward life, or a forecast
  • physicsB1science of matter and energy
  • poleB1long straight stick, or Earth's axis end
  • puzzleB1a game or problem to solve
  • reflexivereferring back to the subject of a sentence
  • messengerB2a person who carries messages
  • paperbacka book with a soft paper cover
  • rebatemoney paid back to a customer
  • recurto happen again
  • lecturerB2a person who teaches at a university
  • meaningfulB1having purpose, importance, or value
  • memorizeB1to learn something so it can be recalled exactly
  • merchantB1person who buys and sells goods
  • modificationB2a change or alteration made to something
  • occupantC1a person who lives in or uses a place
  • overchargeto ask someone for too much money
  • overseeC1to supervise a process or activity
  • petitiona written request signed by many people
  • pillowB1soft cushion for the head
  • popcornB1puffed corn eaten as a snack
  • potteryB1objects made from clay
  • professionallyin a skilled and serious way, as at work
  • publicizeB2bring something to public attention
  • rayA2a thin beam of light
  • redecorateto paint or change the look of a room again
  • refineryB2factory that purifies raw material, such as oil
  • refreshB2act of updating or making something new again
  • refundableable to be paid back to you
  • reimbursementmoney paid back for something you spent
  • reliabilitythe quality of being able to be trusted
  • reluctantB2unwilling and hesitant to do something
  • lighterB1small device used to light cigarettes
  • loudlyA2in a loud, noisy way
  • loyaltyB1quality of being faithful and supportive
  • microwaveB2an appliance that heats food with radiation
  • misidentifyto wrongly say who or what someone is
  • neatB2tidy and orderly, or clever
  • nominationB2the act of proposing someone for an award or role
  • officiallyB1in an official, formal way
  • outfitB2a set of clothes worn together
  • pastrya sweet baked food made with dough
  • personalizeC1to design something for a particular person
  • poorlybadly, not well
  • prestigiousB2widely respected and admired
  • purseran officer who keeps accounts on a ship or plane
  • reassureC1to remove someone's doubts or fears
  • kilogramA2a unit of weight, 1000 grams
  • layoffthe ending of jobs because there is less work
  • lightweightweighing less than usual
  • meritC2quality of deserving praise or reward
  • necklaceB1jewelry worn around the neck
  • needyB2lacking basic necessities, very poor
  • overpayto pay more than something is worth
  • pamphleta thin booklet with information
  • partialB1not complete; only in part
  • penalizeB2punish someone for breaking a rule
  • polluteA2to make air, water, or land dirty
  • prescribeB2recommend a medicine or course of treatment
  • probableB2likely to happen or be true
  • prominentB1important and well known
  • rainfallB1the amount of rain that falls
  • relocationa move to a new place
  • jeansA1trousers made of denim
  • journalismB2the work of collecting and reporting news
  • letterheada printed name and address at the top of paper
  • lifeguardB1person who watches swimmers for safety
  • modemB1device that connects a computer to the internet
  • monumentB1structure built to remember a person or event
  • mosquitoB1small flying insect that bites and sucks blood
  • obligateto make someone do something by law or duty
  • obligeC1to require someone to do something
  • occurrencesomething that happens, an event
  • operationalworking and ready to be used

301 - 400

  • outagea period when a service stops working
  • paralegalan assistant who helps a lawyer with legal work
  • partiallyonly in part, not completely
  • pepperA2a spicy seasoning, or a vegetable
  • permanentlyB1in a lasting or unchanging way
  • plowto turn over soil before planting
  • queryB2a question, especially one asking for information
  • railwayB1a track for trains
  • raincoatA2a coat worn to stay dry
  • reconsiderB2think again about a decision
  • redesignto plan or make something again in a new way
  • rehearsalB2a practice session before a performance
  • relaxationB2rest and freedom from stress or tension
  • repetitionB2the act of doing something again
  • mowera machine for cutting grass
  • outdateto make something old and no longer useful
  • vacationA1a period of rest from work or school
  • clientB2a person who uses a professional's services
  • e-bookbook you read on a screen
  • airportA1a place where planes take off and land
  • reservationB1an arrangement made in advance
  • faxB1document sent electronically over phone lines
  • sincerelyin an honest and true way
  • sometimeB1at an unspecified point in time
  • supervisorB2a person who oversees others' work
  • goodsB1items bought and sold
  • workshopB1a room for making things, or training
  • downtownA2to or in the center of a city
  • deadlineB1time by which something must be done
  • invoiceC1a bill listing goods and payment owed
  • brochureB2a small booklet with pictures and information
  • accountantB1person who manages financial records
  • clerkA2a person who works in an office or shop
  • résuméa short written list of your education and work experience
  • encloseB1surround completely, or put inside a letter
  • applicantB2a person who formally applies for something
  • seminarB2a class or meeting for discussion or training
  • techniciana worker skilled with machines or equipment
  • clothA1material made of woven threads
  • fareA2the money paid for a journey
  • travelerA2a person who travels
  • callerB1person making a phone call
  • subwayA1a train system under a city
  • shipmentgoods sent together to a place
  • inferB2to work out something from evidence
  • waiterA1a man who serves food in a restaurant
  • warrantyB1a written guarantee for a product
  • cafeteriaA2a place selling simple meals
  • chefA2a professional cook, often in charge
  • elevatorA2a machine that carries people between floors
  • correctlyA2in a right or accurate way
  • bicycleA1a two-wheeled vehicle you pedal
  • attendantperson whose job is to serve or help others
  • subscriptiona payment made regularly to receive something
  • convenientA2easy to use, causing no trouble
  • clueA2a piece of information that helps solve something
  • garageA2a building where a car is kept or repaired
  • inventorythe goods a business has in stock
  • suitcaseA2a case for carrying clothes when traveling
  • destinationB1place someone is traveling to
  • contradictB2to say the opposite of, disagree with
  • umbrellaA1an object that protects you from rain
  • inferenceB2a conclusion reached from evidence or reasoning
  • cellphonemobile telephone
  • compactsmall and using little space
  • dentistA2a doctor who treats teeth
  • identificationB2official proof of who someone is
  • couponprinted ticket that gives a discount
  • departB1leave a place, especially at the start of a journey
  • rescheduleto change the time of a planned event
  • tacticC2a specific action planned to achieve a goal
  • upgradeB2an improvement or newer version of something
  • dineto eat dinner, especially in a restaurant
  • coworkerperson you work with
  • upcominghappening soon
  • cabinetB2a cupboard, or a government's ministers
  • applianceC1a device for household use
  • explanatoryC1serving to explain something
  • instructorB1person who teaches a skill
  • supermarketA1a large shop that sells food
  • validB2legally acceptable, or based on sound reasoning
  • admissionB1entry permission, or a confession
  • underlineA1a line drawn under a word
  • electricalB1relating to or powered by electricity
  • airplaneA1a machine that flies in the sky
  • assignmentB1a task given to someone
  • exitB1way out of a building or vehicle
  • attendeeperson who is present at a meeting or event
  • cruiseA2a holiday trip on a large ship
  • birthdayA1the day someone was born, each year
  • caféa small place that sells coffee and light meals
  • comprehensionB2the ability to understand something
  • tenanta person who rents a home or office
  • sandwichA1bread with food inside it
  • departureB1act of leaving a place
  • fitnessB1state of being physically healthy
  • inconveniencetrouble or difficulty caused to someone
  • banquetlarge formal dinner for many people
  • closetsmall room or cupboard for storing clothes
  • unrealseeming false or not like real life

401 - 500

  • distractorwrong answer choice in a test question
  • expireC1to come to an end or stop being valid
  • folderA2a cover for holding loose papers or files
  • sunnyA1bright with sunshine
  • calendarA2a chart showing days and months
  • donationB2something given, usually to charity
  • feedbackB2opinions given about performance
  • shortlyB1soon, in a short time
  • snackA2a small amount of food
  • warehousea large building for storing goods
  • copiermachine that makes copies of documents
  • beveragedrink
  • hungryA1feeling the need to eat
  • inspectionB1careful examination of something
  • aisleA2a passage between rows of seats
  • inspectB2to look closely to check quality or safety
  • soccerA1a sport played with a round ball
  • sweaterA2a warm knitted piece of clothing
  • ingredientB1item used to make a dish
  • rewriteB1write something again in a different way
  • itineraryC1a planned route or schedule for travel
  • workplaceB1the place where one works
  • architectB1person who designs buildings
  • convenienceA2the quality of being easy to use
  • eligibleB2qualified or entitled to something
  • indoorA2inside a building, not outside
  • baggageB1luggage carried while traveling
  • dialB1circular control or display with numbers
  • containerA2a box or object for holding things
  • drawerA2a sliding storage box in furniture
  • submissionthe act of sending something in to be judged
  • bulletinB1short official news report
  • certificateB2an official document proving something
  • gymB1place with equipment for exercise
  • highwayA2a main road between towns
  • respondenta person who answers a survey or question
  • batteryA2a device that stores electric power
  • donateB2to give something, especially to charity
  • skimB2read quickly, or remove something from a surface
  • briefcaseflat case for carrying papers
  • dessertA2sweet food eaten after a meal
  • impactA2a strong effect or influence
  • innovativeB2using new ideas or methods creatively
  • inquireB2to ask for information about something
  • venueB2the place where an event happens
  • commuterperson who travels to work each day
  • advisorperson who gives expert advice
  • cartridgesmall container that fits into a machine
  • cloudyA1having many clouds in the sky
  • shopperB1a person who is shopping
  • tagB2a small label attached to an item
  • announcerperson who reads news or information aloud
  • aspectB1a particular part or feature
  • auditB2an official check of financial records
  • contractorC1a person or firm hired to do building work
  • downloadA2to copy data from the internet to a device
  • stadiumA2a large place for sports events
  • terminalB1building where passengers depart or arrive
  • weekdayA2a day that is not the weekend
  • bonusA2extra money or a reward given
  • cartsmall vehicle for carrying things
  • deliciousA1having a very good taste
  • inkB1colored liquid used for writing
  • superviseB2to watch over and direct an activity
  • waitressA1a woman who serves food in a restaurant
  • cleanerA2a person or product that cleans
  • developerperson or company that builds or creates something
  • headquarterto have a company main office in a place
  • shuttlea bus or train that travels back and forth
  • stationerypaper, envelopes and other writing materials
  • subscribeto pay regularly to receive something
  • alikeB1similar, resembling each other
  • flavorB1taste of food or drink
  • administrativeB2relating to managing an organization
  • authorizeB2to give official permission for something
  • commonlyB1usually, in most cases
  • distributionB1act of giving something out or spreading it
  • sofaA1a long soft seat for sitting
  • accommodateto provide space for, or meet a need
  • affordableB2priced reasonably, not too expensive
  • annoyA2to make someone a little angry
  • commuteB2to travel regularly between home and work
  • coordinateto organize different parts so they work together
  • authorityB1power to give orders, or official body
  • fluB1common illness like a bad cold
  • captainA2the leader of a ship, plane, or team
  • installationthe act of putting equipment in place
  • trainerB2a person who teaches or coaches skills
  • availabilityB2the state of being available or ready to use
  • bargainA2something bought for a low price
  • complimentaryC1given free, or expressing praise
  • hikeA2a long walk in the countryside
  • traineeB2a person being trained for a job
  • transactionan act of buying, selling or exchanging
  • unhappyA2not happy, feeling sad
  • verifyto check that something is true
  • automobilecar
  • courierperson or company that carries packages
  • incompletenot finished or missing a part
  • baseballA1a game played with a bat and ball

501 - 600

  • dockB2a platform where ships load or unload
  • seldomB2not often, rarely happening
  • signatureB1a person's name written by hand
  • worldwideA2throughout the whole world
  • carrierC1a person or thing that carries or transmits something
  • designateto officially choose or name something
  • exclusiveB1limited to a particular group, or not shared
  • grocerya shop that sells food, or food bought there
  • homeworkA1school work done at home
  • suitea set of connected rooms
  • thoroughB1complete and careful in every detail
  • bookstoreA1a shop that sells books
  • caterto provide food and drink for an event
  • dentalB2relating to the teeth
  • durationC1the length of time something lasts
  • saladA1a cold dish of mixed vegetables
  • stackB2a neat pile of things
  • delegateB2a person sent to represent others
  • salespersonB2a person whose job is selling goods
  • calculatorB1device used to do calculations
  • completionB2the act of finishing something
  • defectfault that makes something not perfect
  • garbageA1waste material to throw away
  • spiteB2a desire to annoy or hurt someone
  • bathroomA1a room with a toilet and sink
  • cabA2a car that carries passengers for money
  • correspondenceB2communication by exchanging letters or messages
  • sculptureB1a work of art carved or shaped
  • anniversaryA2the yearly date of a past event
  • buffetmeal where guests serve themselves from a table
  • defectivenot working correctly because of a fault
  • ice creamA1a sweet frozen dessert
  • urgentB1needing immediate action
  • annuallyB1once every year
  • basketballA1a game where players shoot a ball into a hoop
  • deleteB1remove or erase something
  • illogicalnot based on clear reasons
  • textbookA2a book used for studying a subject
  • accuratelyB1correctly, precisely
  • cabinB1small wooden house or ship room
  • conductorB2a person who leads an orchestra
  • inspectorB2an official who checks that rules are followed
  • interna student who works somewhere to get experience
  • semesterA2half of a school year
  • confirmationB1statement confirming something
  • congratulationwords of praise for someone's success
  • expertisespecial skill or knowledge in a subject
  • graphB1diagram showing relationships between numbers
  • takera person who accepts or takes something
  • utilityB2usefulness, or a public service like electricity
  • vouchera paper that can be used instead of money
  • bankerB2a person who works at a bank
  • behalfB1as a representative of someone
  • sellerB2a person or business that sells something
  • sidewalkB1a path for walking beside a road
  • sightseeto visit famous places as a tourist
  • soupA1a liquid food made with vegetables or meat
  • transitC1the act of traveling across or through a place
  • walletA2a small case for carrying money
  • cashierperson who takes payments in a shop
  • casualB1relaxed, not formal
  • drillA2a tool for making holes, or a practice exercise
  • fountainB1structure that sends up water for decoration
  • retailerB2a business that sells goods to the public
  • vacancyB1an unoccupied job or room
  • benchA2a long seat for several people
  • cumulativegrowing by adding one amount after another
  • directorybook or list of names and addresses
  • disposalB2the act of getting rid of something
  • housekeeperB2person employed to manage a household
  • internshipa short period of work done for training
  • subscribera person who pays regularly to receive something
  • bookletB2a small thin book, often with instructions
  • conditionerliquid used to make hair soft
  • enrollB2to register for a course
  • frustrateto make someone annoyed because of a problem
  • garmentB1piece of clothing
  • specificationC1a detailed description of requirements
  • autocar
  • decorateB2to make something look more attractive
  • deductionB2a conclusion by reasoning, or amount subtracted
  • definiteB1clearly certain or decided
  • economicalB2giving good value, not wasteful
  • efficientlyin a way that uses little time or effort
  • flyera small printed sheet used to advertise something
  • franchisethe right to run a business using a known brand
  • generousB1willing to give freely
  • interruptB1to stop someone speaking or something happening
  • showrooma large room where goods are shown to buyers
  • vegetarianB1not eating meat or fish
  • administratorperson who manages an organization or system
  • brokerperson who buys and sells for other people
  • cancellationact of stopping something that was planned
  • confidentialmeant to be kept secret
  • thoroughlyB2in a complete and careful way
  • trashB1waste material to be thrown away
  • usageB1the way something is used
  • windyA2having a lot of wind
  • automateC2to make a process run automatically
  • ferryB1boat that carries passengers regularly across water

601 - 700

  • finalizeto make a plan or deal complete
  • incurB2to bring a cost or penalty on oneself
  • instructB2to teach, or to give an official order
  • shortageB1a lack of something needed
  • spaciousC1having a lot of space, roomy
  • accomplishmentsomething done successfully
  • accustomB1make used to something
  • clinicB1place for medical treatment
  • desktopB2a desk computer, or its home screen
  • senderthe person who sends something
  • vacuuma machine that cleans by sucking, or a space with no air
  • wirelessworking without wires or cables
  • yearlyhappening once every year
  • appreciationB1recognition of the value of something
  • cargogoods carried by a ship, plane or truck
  • cooperateB2to work together toward a shared goal
  • distractB2to draw attention away from something
  • dividendshare of profit paid to shareholders
  • exemptionofficial permission not to do or pay something
  • furnishB1put furniture into a room
  • hourlyB2happening or paid every hour
  • residentialB1relating to homes rather than businesses
  • scholarshipB1money awarded to support a student's studies
  • seekera person who is looking for something
  • temporarilyB2for a limited period of time
  • towelA1cloth used to dry your body
  • unattendedleft alone without anyone watching
  • accessibleB1able to be reached or used easily
  • afterwardB1later, after that
  • apologyB1statement expressing regret
  • assembleB2to gather people or put parts together
  • automaticA2working by itself, without a person
  • boardroomroom where a company's directors meet
  • carpenterC1someone who builds things from wood
  • catererperson or company that supplies food for events
  • classifyB1arrange into groups by type
  • consultationC1a meeting to discuss or get advice
  • durableC1long lasting and hard wearing
  • gloveA2clothing that covers and protects the hand
  • hardwareB2physical parts of a computer or tools
  • revisionB1a change made to improve something
  • strictlyB2in a strict manner, without exception
  • tomatoA1a soft red fruit used in cooking
  • trayB2a flat container for carrying items
  • vendora person or company that sells something
  • withdrawalB2the act of taking something back, or leaving
  • anytimeat any moment, whenever
  • badgeB2a small item worn to show identity or achievement
  • brakeA2a device used to stop a vehicle
  • calculationB1process of working out a number
  • coordinatorperson who organizes an activity or group
  • costlyB2expensive, costing a lot
  • equipB2to supply with necessary items
  • excursionB2a short trip for pleasure
  • graphicB1vivid and detailed, or visual
  • inexperiencelack of skill or knowledge from practice
  • resignationB2the act of formally quitting a job
  • reviewera person who writes an opinion about a book or film
  • terminateto bring something to an end
  • translationB2text converted from one language into another
  • unfamiliarB2not known or recognized
  • actressB1female actor in film or theater
  • adjacentnext to or very near something
  • alternateB2to switch back and forth between things
  • congratulateB1praise someone for an achievement
  • escortto go with someone to protect or guide them
  • inexpensiveA2not costing much money, cheap
  • soapA2a substance used for washing
  • spokespersona person who speaks officially for a group
  • superiorB1higher in quality, rank, or status
  • airfareprice of a plane ticket
  • bakeA2to cook food in an oven
  • businesspersonperson who works in business
  • considerablyB2to a large or noticeable degree
  • faultyB2not working correctly, defective
  • hobbyA1an activity done for pleasure
  • informalB2casual, not following strict rules or ceremony
  • statisticsB2numerical data collected and analyzed
  • tunnelB2an underground passage
  • unlimitedB2without limit or restriction
  • vitaminB2a substance essential for healthy nutrition
  • zooA1a place that keeps wild animals
  • alertB2to warn someone of danger or a problem
  • auditoriumlarge room where an audience sits
  • celebrityB1famous or well-known person
  • deductto take an amount away from a total
  • disruptionbreak in the normal order of something
  • electricianB2a person who repairs electrical systems
  • enthusiasticB1showing strong excitement or interest
  • graduationB1completion of a course of study
  • icyB2very cold, or covered with ice
  • irregularB1not following the usual pattern or rule
  • statueA2a figure made of stone or metal
  • steadilyB1in a gradual, consistent way
  • stockholdera person who owns shares in a company
  • vacantB2empty, not occupied
  • accessoryB1extra item added to something
  • assemblyB2a group of people gathered together, or putting parts together
  • basketA2a container made of woven material
  • certificationB2the process of officially confirming qualification

701 - 800

  • closureB2the act of shutting something permanently
  • dislikeA2a feeling of not liking something
  • downstairsA2to or on a lower floor
  • expirationend of a period when something can be used
  • headacheA1pain in the head
  • jamA2a sweet spread made from fruit
  • sleeveB1part of a garment covering the arm
  • suburbB2a residential area at a city's edge
  • takeoverthe act of gaining control of a company
  • unsureB2not certain, lacking confidence
  • upstairsA2on or to a higher floor
  • verbalB2spoken rather than written
  • visaB1official document allowing entry to a country
  • wildlifeB1wild animals in their habitat
  • workforceall the people who work for a company or country
  • absentB1not present, away
  • accumulateB2to gather or increase gradually over time
  • appraisalofficial judgement of value or quality
  • apprenticeC1someone learning a trade from a skilled worker
  • businessmanA2a man who runs or owns a business
  • ceilingB2the upper interior surface of a room
  • colorfulA2having many bright colors
  • compensateB2to pay someone for loss or damage
  • costumeB2clothing worn to represent a character
  • editorialB2a newspaper article giving opinion
  • effectivenessB2the quality of producing intended results
  • facilitateB2to make an action easier
  • firefighterB1person who puts out fires
  • gasolinefuel used in car engines
  • inappropriatenot suitable for the situation
  • InternetA1the global network connecting computers
  • safelyB1without harm or risk
  • simplifyB1make something easier to understand or do
  • specialtyB2a particular skill, or a signature dish
  • techtechnology, or the industry that makes it
  • unexpectedB1not expected, surprising
  • unspecifiednot stated or named clearly
  • adhereC2to stick to, or comply with
  • bankruptB2to cause someone to lose all their money
  • cautionB1great care to avoid danger
  • clipB1short extract, or small fastener
  • complyC1act according to a rule or request
  • dinersmall cheap restaurant, or a person eating a meal
  • duplicateB2an exact copy of something
  • eagerB1very keen or enthusiastic to do something
  • economistB2an expert in economics
  • embassyB2the official residence of a diplomatic mission
  • fastenB1close or attach something firmly
  • harmfulA2causing damage or injury
  • informativeB1giving useful information
  • instituteB1organization for education or research
  • satisfactoryB2good enough to be acceptable
  • seasonalB2happening only at certain times of year
  • separatelyB2apart from each other, not together
  • turnoverthe rate at which workers leave and are replaced
  • unnecessaryA2not needed or required
  • accordinglyB2in a way that fits the situation
  • appleA1a round fruit with red or green skin
  • applicableable to be used in a certain case
  • auctionpublic sale where things go to the highest bidder
  • balconyA2a small platform outside a window
  • basementB1room below ground level
  • beforehandC1before a particular event happens
  • culinaryrelating to cooking
  • documentaryB1film or program about real events and facts
  • downturnperiod when business or the economy gets worse
  • earthquakeA2a sudden shaking of the ground
  • elegantB2graceful and stylish in appearance
  • excessiveB2more than necessary or reasonable
  • genericnot sold under a brand name, or very general
  • runnerA2a person who runs in a race
  • sockA2soft clothing worn on the foot
  • spamunwanted email sent to many people
  • surfA1the waves breaking near the shore
  • timetableA2a plan showing when things happen
  • vaseA1a container used to hold flowers
  • aboardB1on a ship, train, or plane
  • advancementB2progress or a move to a higher position
  • advertiserperson or company that pays for advertisements
  • alternativelyB2as another possible choice
  • amuseB2to entertain someone or make them laugh
  • attorneylawyer
  • authorizationofficial permission to do something
  • campusA2the land and buildings of a school
  • candyA1a sweet snack made with sugar
  • certifyB2to officially confirm as true or qualified
  • checkoutB1place where you pay for goods
  • chemistryB1science of substances and reactions
  • circulationC1the movement of something around a system
  • conciergehotel worker who helps guests with requests
  • consentB2permission for something to happen
  • consistentlyalways in the same way
  • cookieA1a small sweet baked snack
  • deckB2a flat outdoor platform, or ship's floor
  • descriptiveB2describing something in detail
  • detachB2to separate or disconnect something
  • documentationofficial papers that prove or explain something
  • entrepreneurB2a person who starts businesses
  • exceptionalB2unusually good or unique
  • familiarizeB2to make someone know something well

801 - 900

  • hotlinea phone number for quick help or advice
  • intonationthe rise and fall of the voice in speech
  • inventionA2something created for the first time
  • irritateB1to annoy someone, to cause discomfort to skin
  • salesmanB1a man who sells goods
  • saunaC1a heated room used for relaxation
  • smoothlyA2in an easy, smooth way
  • sunshineA1light and heat from the sun
  • towto pull a vehicle with a rope or chain
  • translatorB2a person who converts text between languages
  • tuitionB2money paid for instruction, or teaching itself
  • unavailableB2not able to be obtained or reached
  • violationan act of breaking a rule or law
  • webpagea single page on a website
  • acceptanceB1act of agreeing to accept
  • allocateto give out part of something for a purpose
  • ambitiousB1having a strong desire to succeed
  • appendixextra information added at the end of a book
  • boothB2a small enclosed stall or compartment
  • clarifyB2to make something clearer or easier to understand
  • classmateA1a student in the same class as you
  • compileB2to gather information into one collection
  • correctionB1change that fixes a mistake
  • customizeto change something to suit a person's needs
  • dedicationB2strong commitment to a task or purpose
  • diagnoseto say what illness or fault something has
  • discontinueto stop making or doing something
  • dishwasherB1machine that washes plates and cutlery
  • droughtB2a long period without rain
  • economizeC2spend or use less, save resources
  • entréethe main dish of a meal
  • fireworkB1device that explodes with light
  • freightgoods moved by ship, train or truck
  • fryA2a young, newly hatched fish
  • gallonB1unit of liquid measurement
  • gardenerB2person who takes care of a garden
  • ideallyB2in a perfect situation, most preferably
  • inclusiveC1including everyone, excluding no group
  • insufficientB2not enough for a particular purpose
  • introductorycoming at the start, made for beginners
  • rumorA2a story that may not be true
  • scarfA2cloth worn around the neck
  • seasideA2the area near the sea
  • shortento make something shorter
  • speciallyB1for a particular purpose
  • spillA2to accidentally let liquid fall out
  • spousea husband or wife
  • subtractB2to take one number away from another
  • tabletB1small touchscreen computer, or a pill
  • tonB2a unit of weight equal to 1,000 kilograms
  • vendto sell something, especially in small amounts
  • yogaB1exercises for body and mind wellbeing
  • accentB1distinctive way of pronouncing words
  • advisoryC1giving advice or recommendations
  • asleepA2sleeping, not awake
  • authenticreal and not a copy
  • bakeryB1shop that sells bread and cakes
  • cartonB1cardboard box or container
  • compartmentseparate section inside something
  • compatibleB2able to work or exist together
  • consumptionB1act of using up resources
  • convenientlyB2in a way that is easy or suitable
  • cosmeticproduct used to improve a person's appearance
  • courtesyB2polite behavior showing respect for others
  • creativityA2the ability to create new ideas
  • disagreementB1difference of opinion between people
  • disappointmentB1feeling of sadness from unmet expectations
  • dissatisfyto fail to please someone
  • enjoyableB1giving pleasure or enjoyment
  • facultyB2mental ability, or university department
  • favorableB1showing approval, or advantageous
  • foremanB2worker who supervises other workers
  • foruma place or website for public discussion
  • foundera person who starts a company or group
  • fundraiseto collect money for a cause or group
  • graphicsB1visual images on a screen or page
  • handyB1useful or convenient
  • hazardousB2dangerous, risky to health or safety
  • healthcarethe service of caring for people health
  • humiditythe amount of water in the air
  • influentialB2having great power to affect people or events
  • restrooma room with a toilet in a public place
  • silentlyA2without making any sound
  • spaB2a place offering health and beauty treatments
  • spreadsheetB2a computer program for organizing tabular data
  • staplera tool that joins papers with small metal pins
  • streamlineto make a process simpler and faster
  • substantiallyC1to a large or significant extent
  • tellerB1bank employee who handles transactions
  • tidyA2neat and well organized
  • tollB2a road fee, or a serious loss
  • tonerthe powder used to print in a laser printer
  • urgentlyB2in a way that requires immediate action
  • walkwaya path for people to walk on
  • absorbB1soak up, take in
  • administerto manage or be responsible for something
  • ampleB2more than enough, plentiful
  • antiqueB1old valuable object
  • beanA1a small seed used as food
  • browseB2to look through something casually, or shop without buying

901 - 1000

  • byeA1a short way to say goodbye
  • carelessB1not paying enough attention
  • collectorB2a person who collects things as a hobby
  • conformC1behave according to expected standards
  • congestionstate of being too full or blocked
  • contradictionB2a statement that opposes another
  • contraryB1opposite in nature or direction
  • diplomaB2a certificate awarded for completing a course
  • distributorB2a company or person that supplies goods
  • diveB1jump headfirst into water
  • energeticA2full of energy and enthusiasm
  • environmentallyB2relating to the natural environment
  • escalatorA2a moving staircase that carries people between floors
  • exoticB2unusual and from a distant place
  • fabricB2cloth made from woven material
  • generalizationB2broad statement based on limited facts
  • guidanceB1help or advice given
  • gumB2chewing substance, or tissue around teeth
  • hesitantnot sure and slow to act
  • indicatora sign that shows what something is like
  • individuallyone at a time, separately
  • snowyA1covered with snow
  • steakA2a thick slice of meat
  • stickerB1small adhesive label or picture
  • telecommunicationthe sending of messages over long distances
  • timelyB1happening at a suitable time
  • uncomfortableA2not comfortable, causing discomfort
  • amenityuseful or pleasant feature of a place
  • approximateB2close to a value but not exact
  • awaitB2to wait for someone or something
  • barbecueA2an outdoor meal cooked over fire
  • beginnerA2a person who is new at something
  • biologyB1the study of living organisms
  • blanketA2a thick cloth used for warmth
  • chairpersonperson who leads a meeting or committee
  • charitableconnected with helping people in need
  • checkupmedical examination to see if you are healthy
  • coolerA2a container that keeps things cold
  • cranetall machine for lifting heavy things
  • dealershipbusiness that sells cars for a company
  • dependableB2reliable and trustworthy
  • disconnectB2to break a connection between things
  • disposeto get rid of something
  • disruptB2to interrupt or disturb the normal flow
  • dynamicB2energetic, constantly changing or active
  • enthusiasticallyB2with great excitement or eagerness
  • freelanceworking for different clients, not one employer
  • grillB1frame used for cooking food over heat
  • habitualdone regularly as a habit
  • internationallyB1involving many countries
  • invaluableextremely useful or valuable
  • reproduceB1produce offspring, or copy something exactly
  • sprayB2fine drops of liquid, or a spraying device
  • stapleC1a basic, essential item or food
  • strategicB1carefully planned to achieve a goal
  • stripeB1long narrow band of color
  • teenB1person aged between thirteen and nineteen
  • temptB1to attract someone to do something wrong
  • timera device that measures time
  • unloadB2to remove goods from a vehicle
  • unusuallyB1in an unusual, notable way
  • vacateto leave a place empty
  • whaleB1a very large sea mammal
  • wiselyin a sensible and careful way
  • amateurC1someone doing something without professional training
  • ambassadorB2an official who represents their country abroad
  • anewagain, from the beginning
  • architecturalrelating to the design of buildings
  • attainB1succeed in achieving something
  • balloonA2a bag filled with air or gas
  • blueprintdetailed plan or drawing of something
  • bugA2a small insect, or a program error
  • cautiousB1careful to avoid danger
  • circuitB2a closed path for an electric current
  • clapB2to strike the hands together, applaud
  • commerceB2the buying and selling of goods
  • conveyB1communicate or express an idea
  • cordthick string, or an electrical cable
  • counselorperson trained to give advice and support
  • debitB2money taken from an account
  • delicateB1easily broken or damaged
  • dependencestate of needing something or someone
  • distractionB2something that draws attention away
  • downsizeB2to reduce a company's size or staff
  • elephantA2a very large animal with a long trunk
  • enthusiasmB1strong excitement or interest in something
  • enthusiastB1person who is very interested in a particular activity
  • evidentB1clearly seen or understood, obvious
  • flexibilityB2ability to bend or adapt easily
  • flextimea system that lets workers choose their hours
  • fortunatelyA2luckily
  • freightera ship or plane that carries goods
  • generatora machine that makes electricity
  • hallwaya passage inside a building
  • hamburgerA1a sandwich with a meat patty
  • hazardB1danger or risk
  • homeownera person who owns the house they live in
  • imperativeB2an urgent necessity, or the command form of a verb
  • inflateB2to fill with air, or to increase artificially
  • insertto put something inside something else

1001 - 1100

  • seweran underground pipe that carries waste water
  • skateA2footwear with wheels or a blade
  • skateboardB2a board with wheels ridden while standing
  • sleepyA2feeling tired, wanting to sleep
  • tailorC1a person who makes or adjusts clothes
  • terminationthe act of ending something
  • theftB1the crime of stealing something
  • thunderstormA2a storm with thunder and lightning
  • transmissionB2the sending of a signal or message
  • transmitB2to send out a signal or message
  • unusednot used
  • waiveto choose not to demand something you have a right to
  • yenthe money used in Japan
  • activateto make something start working
  • additionallyB2used to add extra information
  • affirmativesaying yes or showing agreement
  • bakerB1person who makes bread
  • brainstormA2a meeting to create many ideas fast
  • cageB1enclosed structure for animals
  • cinemaA1a place where you watch movies
  • collaborationC1the act of working together on something
  • condominiumapartment that belongs to its owner
  • consecutivefollowing one after another without a break
  • cordlessworking without an electric wire
  • deluxeof very high quality and comfort
  • desirableB2worth having, attractive
  • discrepancydifference between things that should match
  • dispatchto send something or someone to a place
  • drawbackC1a disadvantage or negative aspect
  • dullB1boring, or not bright or sharp
  • economicallyin a way that relates to money, or without waste
  • evenlyB1in equal amounts, or in a balanced way
  • excellenceB1quality of being outstanding or extremely good
  • exclusivelyB2only, not shared with others
  • farewellB1act of saying goodbye
  • fatigueC1extreme physical or mental tiredness
  • fiscalB2relating to government revenue or taxes
  • fleetB2group of ships or vehicles
  • flourA2a powder made from grain, used for baking
  • fogA2a thick cloud of tiny water drops near the ground
  • formallyB1in an official or proper way
  • gramA2a small unit of weight
  • handbooka short book of rules or instructions
  • headphoneA2a device you wear to hear sound
  • heaterB1device that produces heat
  • helmetB1protective covering for the head
  • hikera person who walks long distances in nature
  • homelessB1having no home
  • resumeB2start again after a pause or interruption
  • reunionA2a meeting of people after time apart
  • revolutionizeB2change something completely and dramatically
  • seafoodA2fish and shellfish eaten as food
  • signifyB2indicate or represent a particular meaning
  • slotB1narrow opening, scheduled time period
  • steerB2to control the direction of a vehicle
  • sueB2to take legal action against someone
  • superbB2excellent, of very high quality
  • traditionallyB1according to custom or tradition
  • tremendousB1very great in amount or degree
  • underwayhaving started and in progress
  • unpleasantA2not nice, disagreeable
  • violinA2a small stringed musical instrument
  • wardB1a hospital section, or a district
  • worthwhileB1deserving time, effort, or money
  • adapterdevice that connects two different plugs or parts
  • advisablesensible and worth doing
  • archivecollection of old records kept for reference
  • artisticB1having natural skill in art
  • assuranceB2a confident promise or statement
  • athleticB1physically strong and fit
  • attireclothes, especially for a special occasion
  • auditorperson who officially examines financial records
  • bankruptcyB2the legal state of having no money to pay debts
  • bulkC1the main part, or a large mass
  • butterA1a soft yellow fat made from milk
  • centimeterA2a small unit of length
  • circulateC1move around continuously, or spread
  • combA2a tool with teeth for tidying hair
  • comfortablyB2in a physically pleasant, easy way
  • complianceC1the act of obeying rules or requirements
  • contractionact of becoming smaller, or a shortened word form
  • cookbookbook of instructions for cooking food
  • cushionB1soft padded pillow for sitting
  • doseB2a measured amount of medicine
  • drumA1a musical instrument you hit
  • embedC2fix firmly into a surrounding mass
  • evacuateB2to move people away from danger
  • expediteC1to make a process happen faster
  • extinguishercontainer that sprays chemicals to stop a fire
  • familiaritygood knowledge of something
  • flawB2fault or imperfection in something
  • fluctuateC2rise and fall irregularly
  • fluentB1able to speak a language smoothly
  • honestlyB1in a truthful way
  • housekeepto manage the cleaning and running of a home
  • hurricanea very strong tropical storm
  • hygieneB2practices that keep things clean and healthy
  • integralC1necessary to make something complete
  • interactiveB2allowing two way communication or response
  • interfereB2to get involved in something without invitation

1101 - 1200

  • residenceB2a house or place where someone lives
  • retrieveB2get or bring back something from somewhere
  • riderB2a person who rides, or an added clause
  • rubberB1a strong flexible material
  • rugB2a piece of fabric used as floor covering
  • salespeoplepeople whose job is selling things
  • sharplyB2suddenly and to a great degree
  • similarityB1a way in which things are alike
  • somedayA2at some time in the future
  • spectatorB1person who watches an event
  • stereoa machine that plays music through two speakers
  • storerooma room used for keeping things
  • subsidizeC2support financially, often with public funds
  • suspiciousB2feeling or causing distrust
  • tastyB1having a pleasant, strong flavor
  • terrificB1excellent or very good
  • undergroundB2located beneath the surface of the ground
  • unpaidnot yet paid, or without payment
  • volleyballA1a sport played by hitting a ball over a net
  • wheelchairA2a chair with wheels for disabled people
  • whoeverB1any person, no matter who
  • woolA2soft hair from sheep used for cloth
  • wrinklea small line or fold in skin or cloth
  • accuracyB1quality of being correct, precise
  • anyhowB1in any case, regardless
  • appetizersmall dish eaten before the main meal
  • arccurved line or path
  • auditionB2a short performance to test a performer's skill
  • backpackB1bag carried on the back
  • ballroomlarge room used for dances and formal events
  • beneficialB2producing good results, helpful
  • biographyB1written account of someone's life
  • boundB1certain to happen, or heading toward
  • broombrush with a long handle for sweeping
  • cheeseburgerhamburger with cheese on it
  • chillyC1cold enough to be uncomfortable
  • circusB1traveling show with performers, animals
  • complimentB1expression of praise
  • consignmentC2goods sent for sale or delivery
  • continentalrelating to a continent or to mainland Europe
  • copyrightB1legal right to control creative work
  • countrysideA2land outside towns and cities
  • demolishB2to completely destroy a building
  • departmentalrelating to one department of an organization
  • desperateB1feeling extreme need or hopelessness
  • devastateB1destroy completely, or severely upset
  • diagnosticused to find the cause of a problem
  • diagramB1drawing that explains how something works
  • diamondA2a hard, clear, valuable precious stone
  • disableB1switch off a function, or injure permanently
  • disguststrong feeling of dislike
  • donutsmall sweet ring of fried dough
  • doormanman whose job is to stand at a building's door
  • electronicallyB2by electronic means
  • elevateC1to raise to a higher position
  • engagementB2a promise to marry, or a commitment
  • enrollmentact of joining a course or group officially
  • euroA2the currency used in most of the European Union
  • forbidA2to order someone not to do something
  • forkA2a tool with prongs used for eating
  • fosterto help something grow or develop
  • getawayB2escape, or short relaxing trip
  • gossipB1casual talk about other people
  • hackersomeone who enters computers without permission
  • hardworkingputting a lot of effort into work
  • impatientA2not willing to wait calmly
  • indirectB1not going straight to the point
  • interpreterB2a person who translates speech aloud
  • intersectionB2a place where two roads meet
  • irrelevantnot connected with the subject
  • overcrowdto fill a place with too many people or things
  • retreatB2a withdrawal, or a peaceful, quiet place
  • salonB2a shop offering hair or beauty treatments
  • satelliteB1an object that orbits a planet
  • sceneryA2the natural view of a landscape
  • serialB2happening repeatedly, one after another
  • sewA2to join cloth with needle and thread
  • sketchB2draw something roughly and quickly
  • smartphonea mobile phone that works like a small computer
  • soarB2fly high in the air, or rise rapidly
  • stimulussomething that causes a reaction or growth
  • stockbrokera person who buys and sells shares for others
  • tableclothB2a cloth used to cover a table
  • thirstyA2needing something to drink
  • thrillB2a sudden feeling of excitement
  • tileB1flat piece used to cover floors or walls
  • toiletryan item used for washing or grooming
  • trademarka name or symbol legally owned by a company
  • tropicalB1relating to the hot regions near the equator
  • tunaB1a large edible sea fish
  • unemployedB1without a paid job
  • validateto check that something is correct or official
  • vanillaa sweet flavour from a tropical plant
  • willingnessB1readiness or eagerness to do something
  • wristwatchB1a watch worn on the wrist
  • abideto accept or obey a rule or decision
  • activelyB2in an energetic or involved way
  • allergybad reaction of the body to certain things
  • apprehensiveC1anxious about something in the future
  • automotiverelating to cars and vehicles

1201 - 1249

  • bacteriavery small living things that can cause disease
  • broadenB2to make something wider or more general
  • bulbA2a glass part that gives off light
  • by-lawrule made by a local government or organization
  • cheerA2to shout with joy or support
  • complicationproblem that makes a situation harder
  • consideratethinking about other people's feelings
  • daytimeB2the hours of daylight
  • decorationB2an ornament used to make something attractive
  • discardC1get rid of something no longer wanted
  • drasticallyin a sudden and extreme way
  • eraseto remove writing or information completely
  • explorerB2person who travels to discover places
  • factualbased on facts and true information
  • fixtureC1a permanently fitted item, or scheduled match
  • footwearshoes, boots and other things worn on the feet
  • genreB2category of art, music, or writing
  • gymnasiuma large room or building for sports
  • herebyby means of this statement, in formal writing
  • hesitationB2pause caused by uncertainty
  • homemademade at home, not bought in a shop
  • hospitalityB2friendly treatment of guests or strangers
  • incomingcoming in or arriving
  • inductionC1a formal introduction into a role
  • inspirationA2something that gives creative ideas
  • intentlywith careful attention
  • nutritionB1process of getting food for health
  • restatementthe act of saying something again in a different way
  • sedana car with four doors and a separate boot
  • sunscreena cream that protects skin from the sun
  • wellnessthe state of being healthy in body and mind
  • workbooka book with exercises for students
  • bookcaseA2a piece of furniture for holding books
  • cleanlinessstate of being clean
  • contestantperson who takes part in a competition
  • ethicsrules about right and wrong behaviour
  • healthfulgood for your health
  • inefficientwasting time, money or energy
  • literA2a unit for measuring liquid
  • recessionB2period of economic decline
  • timelinea plan showing when things will happen
  • unreliableB2not able to be trusted or depended on
  • acclaimstrong public praise
  • chroniclasting a long time and hard to cure
  • deteriorateto become worse
  • resembleB1look or seem like something else
  • violateB2to break a law, rule, or agreement
  • unplugC1to disconnect a device from power
  • videoconferencea meeting held by video over the internet

The full TOEIC Service List holds 1,200 words and, together with the NGSL core list, its authors measure it at 98.5% coverage of recent TOEIC tests.

The list comes from the TOEIC Service List by Browne and Culligan, published by newgeneralservicelist.com and used here under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 licence. Meanings and example sentences are ours.

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