List of B2 English Words for Upper-Intermediate Learners

Tool with sliding beads you push to solve math problems step by step.

Showing only the important parts of something while hiding how it actually works inside.

The ability to change and adjust to suit new situations or environments; also a version of a book…

Addiction is when someone cannot stop using or doing something even though it causes harm. It can involve…

The people and processes that keep an organization running. The management and organization of a system or company.

What happens and how things are after something bad or important occurs.

Technology that lets computers think, learn, and make decisions like people do.

A series of ordered steps you follow to solve a problem or complete something on a computer.

A fake or alternative name that a person or computer program uses instead of their real name.

An agreement where two or more groups, companies, or countries agree to work together and support each other.

Someone who helps you or works together with you.

The study and examination of data to find useful information that helps companies make better decisions.

A program that finds and removes harmful viruses and malware from your computer.

A standard way that programs use to ask for information from another program or service.

A formal judgment about how good someone is at their job or how much something is worth. Appraisals…

A person who is learning a job or skill by working under the guidance of an experienced worker.…

A zodiac sign for people born between January 20 and February 18. People call themselves Aquarius if born…

A specific topic or subject that someone studies or knows well.

A list of items in a row where you find each item using its position number starting from…

Something valuable that you own. A house, car, money, or equipment that has worth and can be used…

A trained legal professional who gives advice and speaks for people in court.

The act of saying who or what caused something or who created something.

An official check of a company's money records by an independent expert to make sure everything is correct…

The process of checking whether a person is really who they say they are, usually with a password…

Someone with deep knowledge and expertise in a specific field or topic.

The permission given to a confirmed user to use certain features or access certain information.

How much people know about your brand or product. High brand awareness means many people recognize and remember…

The hidden part of a website or app that stores data and does the heavy computing work; users…

A pile of work you still need to do. The longer the backlog, the more work is waiting…

The speed and capacity of your internet connection; how much data can flow through it at once.

The legal state when someone or a company owes so much money that they can't pay it back.…

A tiny, flat insect that lives in beds and bites sleeping people to drink their blood.

A standard level you use to compare something. For example, if the average salary in your industry is…

A good thing you get or receive from doing something or having something.

someone who is attracted to and may have romantic relationships with both men and women

A digital record-keeping system where transactions are stored in connected blocks across many computers, making it nearly impossible…

A close connection or link between people. Also, a type of investment where you lend money to a…

A time when the economy is growing fast, businesses are doing well, and people have jobs and money…

A big sudden success or important discovery that changes everything. When you finally solve a very difficult problem.

A meeting where someone gives important information or instructions to employees or team members quickly and efficiently.

A program like Chrome or Firefox that you use to open and view websites on your computer or…

A mistake in a computer program that makes it work incorrectly.

A fast storage area that saves copies of data so the computer can find it quickly next time.

The relationship where one thing directly causes or produces another thing to happen.

The main bank of a country that controls the banking system and makes decisions about interest rates and…

Cholesterol is a fatty substance in your body that can come from food you eat and is also…

A way to control a computer by typing text commands instead of clicking buttons.

A group of similar things close together, or computers linked together.

Money you get paid for doing a job, or money given to you because something bad happened to…

A tool that converts human-readable program code into instructions a computer can directly execute.

What something is made of and how those parts fit together. Or, a piece of music, art, or…

Brown and black material made from rotting plant waste, food scraps, and leaves. It is used in gardens…

Your ability to focus on one thing without getting distracted. Or, when something is very thick/strong because lots…

A general idea or way of thinking about something that applies to many different things.

A building with separate apartments where each apartment owner owns their own unit. They share responsibility for common…

What happens as a result of an action or decision; the outcome or effect of something.

A box that holds a program and everything it needs to run, so it works the same on…

The background information that helps you understand something better.

A written promise that two people or companies make with each other, with rules both must follow.

When something changes from one type or form to a completely different one.

Web data that remembers your preferences when you visit sites.

A legal protection that gives creators (authors, artists, musicians) the exclusive right to copy, sell, or distribute their…

A relationship where two things tend to change together in a connected way.

Professional advice given by a lawyer or expert in a formal setting.

Something that lots of people become excited about for a short time, but then everyone stops caring about.…

A careful examination of something (like an essay, artwork, or performance) that discusses what is good and what…

Digital money like Bitcoin and Ethereum that isn't controlled by governments or banks. It uses special codes to…

The practice of using secret codes to keep information safe.

A short dead-end road that only has one way in and out, often circular at the closed end.

Methods and tools to protect computers and online information from hackers and cyberattacks.

A screen or page that shows important numbers and charts so you can quickly see how things are…

Information or facts gathered for study or use.

A large collection of information stored in an organized way on a computer that can be quickly found.

A program you use to find where mistakes happen in your code and fix them step by step.

Money subtracted from your salary or income, either as required deductions (taxes) or optional ones (insurance, donations).

When someone owes money but doesn't pay back the loan on time. It's a serious failure to meet…

When you spend more money than you earn or have available. The shortfall or negative amount.

Information about who people are: their age, gender, where they live, how much money they make, and their…

Moving a finished program from development to a place where users can actually use it.

A serious mental illness where a person feels very sad and loses interest in things they usually enjoy.

An official title or name given to something; the act of officially naming or classifying something.

When something is different from what is normal or expected.

Diabetes is a medical condition where the body cannot control blood sugar properly. It can cause serious health…

A medical expert trained to help people eat healthily and manage nutrition for health conditions.

The act of seeing or creating differences between things that appear similar.

The size or measurable parts of something. For example, the height, width, or length. Also used to mean…

An area of learning or subject of study with its own methods, vocabulary, and body of knowledge.

When two things don't match or agree with each other.

Unfair treatment of someone because of their race, gender, religion, or other personal characteristic. Or, the ability to…

An important difference between things, or honor given for being special or excellent.

A software tool that packages programs and their dependencies into containers for easy sharing and running everywhere.

Time when a system, machine, or service is broken, off, or not working. Could be planned for maintenance…

A Southeast Asian fruit famous for its strong odor and rich, creamy taste that people either love or…

The craft of stitching colorful patterns and designs onto fabric with needle and thread to create decorative art…

Wrapping up data and functions together and controlling how others can access or change them.

Changing information into secret code so only authorized people can read it.

An epidemic is when a disease spreads quickly through a community or region, affecting many people.

A significant time period, or one full cycle of training a computer model.

A large piece of land with a big house on it that belongs to one rich person. Or,…

Your cultural background based on language, traditions, and family heritage. Different from race or nationality.

Slow change and development of something over a long period.

Money spent or paid out. The amount of money you use to buy or pay for something.

When something hidden is revealed and made known to everyone; or when you are in contact with something…

A small add-on that adds features to your browser, or the file type letters at the end of…

An externship is when a student works at a real company to gain experience, similar to an internship…

Something that helps cause or influence what happens; an important part of a situation.

Fatigue is the feeling of being very tired and lacking energy. It can be caused by hard work,…

A big, special meal with lots of food, usually eaten with family or friends to celebrate something important.…

A specific tool or ability that a software program offers to users.

A serious criminal offense that is more severe than a misdemeanor, typically resulting in imprisonment.

Money and the way it is managed and used.

Something you discover or learn from doing research or studying something carefully. The result or conclusion you find.

Software or hardware that stops dangerous internet connections from reaching your computer or network.

When something keeps changing up and down in an unpredictable way.

The process of making or creating something new. Or, the way things are arranged or positioned together.

A group of letters and numbers that shows how something works or relates in math or chemistry.

A ready-made structure that programmers use to build applications faster without starting from zero.

A system where countries buy and sell goods to each other without taxes or restrictions, letting the market…

The visible part of a website or app that users see and click on; what runs in the…

A person or skill set that covers both the visible part (frontend) and hidden part (backend) of a…

The path a customer takes from first learning about a product to buying it. It starts wide (many…

A device or program that bridges two separate networks so they can communicate and exchange information.

The total value of everything a country produces in a year. It shows how big and healthy a…

Whether a person is male, female, or another identity. Also a grammar term for classifying words in some…

People born roughly between 1965 and 1980, between Baby Boomers and Millennials. Often called Gen X.

People born roughly between 1997 and 2012, after the Millennials. Also called Gen Z or Zoomers.

The process by which the world's economies and cultures become more connected and interdependent through trade, travel, and…

How steeply or quickly something goes up or down, used in math and computing.

A structure made of points (nodes) connected by lines (edges) used to represent networks and relationships.

The screens with clickable buttons and visual elements you use to control a computer program.

A suggested rule or recommendation about the best way to do something. It is advice, not a strict…

A way to store data using keys (like names) to find values (like phone numbers) very quickly.

An heirloom is an object, like jewelry, furniture, or art, that families pass down from parents to children…

A ranking system where some people or things are more important or have more power than others. Like…

A histogram is a chart that uses bars to show how data is spread across different ranges or…

A homeless person who travels around looking for work and temporary shelter.

Someone who owns a house. They may own it completely or still be paying off a mortgage, but…

the hard, thick part at the bottom of an animal's leg that touches the ground

A company that rents you space on a computer (server) connected to the internet to run your website…

An educated guess or idea that you test to see if it's true. Scientists make hypotheses and then…

A computer program where developers write and organize code with built-in tools for testing and fixing errors.

Not knowing something; the lack of information or understanding about a subject.

The process of making a plan actually happen or putting an idea into action. It's the doing part…

Something that is suggested or understood to be true without being directly said.

The total count of times an ad appears online—even if people just scroll past without clicking.

Money earned from a job, business, or savings accounts each month or year.

A list at the back of a book showing where to find topics. Or a number that measures…

Using a trained computer system to make guesses or decisions about new information.

All the basic systems and physical things a country or organization needs to work properly, like roads, electricity,…

When a class reuses code and features from another, parent class.

Something completely new that nobody has done before, or the act of creating something new. A fresh invention…

Information or data you give to a computer or system to process. Also can mean a person's advice,…

Insomnia is a condition where a person has difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. It can be caused…

A large, important organization or system that plays a major role in how society works, like schools, hospitals,…

Combining two or more companies or their operations so they work together as one.

The time or distance between two events or points. For example, the space between one moment and the…

A bill that a business sends to a customer showing what they bought or services they received and…

The colored part of the eye - blue, brown, green, or hazel - that controls how much light…

One specific copy or printing of a magazine, newspaper, or journal.

Repeating the same actions multiple times using a loop structure.

The world's largest tree fruit, grown in tropical regions, with fibrous sections inside that can be eaten raw…

A big money prize that you can win in a game or lottery

A person who cleans and looks after a building

Special words used by people in a particular job or hobby that others might not understand

A long pointed stick that athletes throw as far as possible in a sport

A dangerous situation where something bad might happen

Feeling tired and confused after flying across time zones

A puzzle game with many pieces you fit together to make a picture

A short, catchy tune used in advertisements, or a ringing sound made by bells or coins

Someone or something that brings bad luck or causes problems

A special anniversary celebration, usually of 25, 50, or 60 years

A toy tube you look through that shows colourful changing patterns; or anything that changes constantly

A way to organize and track work using cards on a board that show what needs doing, is…

A small house or cage where a dog sleeps and lives

The most important part of an operating system that controls everything your computer does.

The main idea or most important point; also a main speech at a conference

A light brownish-yellow colour; or cloth in this colour, often used for uniforms

A small shop or booth; also a computer terminal where you can get information

A small backpack worn on your shoulders to carry items

A round handle or button you turn to control something; a small rounded lump on something

The bony joint on your finger that sticks out when you make a fist

A tool that manages containerized software applications automatically across multiple computers to ensure they run smoothly.

The process a woman goes through when giving birth to a baby.

The system where workers look for jobs and employers look for workers. Prices (wages) and job availability are…

The owner of a property who rents it to someone else. The landlord collects rent and is responsible…

The time it takes for your action (like a click) to be sent and processed, then a response…

When a company permanently ends your job because of business problems, not because you did anything wrong.

A legal agreement that lets you use someone's property for a set time. You pay rent regularly, and…

Laws and rules made by a government or parliament. The process of creating and passing new laws.

The free time you have to relax, enjoy hobbies, or spend with friends and family outside of work…

The ability to read and write. It is a basic skill needed for education and work.

A special computer address (usually 127.0.0.1) that points to your own device for local testing.

A way of thinking and reasoning that follows clear rules and makes sense. If you understand the logic…

a tiny bug that lives in people's hair and skin, causing itching and discomfort

When customers keep buying from the same brand because they trust and like it.

A strong, short coffee drink made by marking espresso with just a hint of steamed milk.

The main subject you study at university or college.

Products like powder, lipstick, or eye shadow that people put on their face to look better. Or, the…

Products like powder, lipstick, or eye shadow that people put on their face to look better. Or, the…

Big dog originally from Alaska, used to pull sleds over snow and ice.

Harmful computer programs created by hackers to damage devices or steal information.

An insect with long arms that can turn its head around. It hunts other insects.

The edge or border of something. It can mean the blank space around a page when writing, or…

A big fish similar to swordfish but with a pointed, rounded bill instead of a flat blade.

A professional, usually female, who massages people's bodies to relieve muscle tension.

An experienced person who helps and advises someone who is learning. A mentor shares their knowledge and experience…

When two companies officially combine to become one company.

Data about data: information that describes where data came from and how it's structured.

A number or measurement that shows how well something is working or performing.

A small, standalone program that does one job well and talks to other programs to work together in…

A layer of software that sits between two programs so they can talk to each other and share…

A person who travels from place to place or moves to a new country for work or opportunity,…

An important goal or checkpoint reached in a long-term project.

A span of 1,000 years. The year 2000 marked the start of a new millennium.

The smallest amount allowed or needed. The lowest you can go.

A government office that handles one type of work (like health, education, or defense). Or, the job of…

A less serious crime punished with smaller penalties like fines or short jail time.

when you try to hit or catch something but do not succeed

When computers learn from examples and improve automatically without being told every rule.

A way or manner of doing something; a type or form of something.

A small change or adjustment made to an object, system, or plan to make it better or different.

Power or strength that helps something move forward or succeed.

A small furry animal that hunts and kills snakes. It is very fast and brave.

The screen where you see what the computer is doing.

One big application where all parts are connected together; opposite of breaking it into smaller, independent pieces.

Your reason for wanting to do something. The drive or willingness that makes you act.

A large, tan-coloured wild cat found in North and South America — the same animal as a cougar…

A lock that ensures only one program thread accesses shared data at a time to prevent conflicts.

The ability to understand and work with numbers. It is a basic skill needed for mathematics, money, and…

Nutrition is about eating the right foods to keep your body healthy and strong. It includes proteins, carbohydrates,…

Someone who helps people choose healthy foods and plan meals.

A green, watery spot in the middle of a desert where plants and people can survive.

When you think about something or someone so much that you cannot stop, even if you try. It…

When a company moves its operations or factories to another country, usually to save money on labor costs.

A tool or method that makes something work better or faster.

When something moves or changes back and forth in a steady, regular pattern.

How much something produces or makes. In computers, it's the information a machine gives you as a result.

When a company hires another company to do work instead of doing it themselves inside the organization.

When you take out more money than you have in your account. The bank may let you do…

When a computer model memorizes training examples instead of learning general rules.

The general costs of running a business that aren't tied to making specific products. Things like paying for…

A special type of oxygen gas with three atoms instead of two. High up it protects us from…

A pandemic is a disease that spreads quickly across many countries and affects millions of people.

Information you give to a function to tell it what to do or how to work.

A curved bracket ( ) placed around extra information that could be removed without changing the main meaning.

A wall or division separating spaces, or dividing something into sections.

Someone who walks by a place without stopping, usually not knowing what is happening there.

A small code fix released quickly to solve a problem in software.

The money a company pays to its workers each month or week. Also refers to the list of…

The methods and practices used to teach students. It is the study of how to teach and what…

A dot placed at the end of a sentence to signal completion.

A poison or chemical spray used to kill insects and pests that damage plants or carry diseases. Farmers…

Something unusual or interesting that happens and can be noticed or studied.

The study of ideas about life, knowledge, right and wrong, and how people should live.

Tricks used by criminals to steal passwords and personal information through fake emails or websites.

Physiotherapy is a type of medical treatment that uses movement, exercise, and massage to help people recover from…

A journey to a special religious place that is important to someone's faith.

All the possible deals a sales team is working on, arranged by how close they are to being…

Copying someone else's work and claiming it is your own without giving them credit.

A secret plan to do something, or the story of a book or film.

An add-on program that you install into a larger program to give it new abilities or features.

A marker that shows where data is stored in computer memory.

A contract that proves you are insured.

When one thing can appear in different ways or work with different types of data in programming.

A sea animal like a small dolphin with a shorter, rounder nose and stockier body.

All the investments someone owns. If you own 10 stocks, 5 bonds, and some real estate, your portfolio…

A green insect with long legs held like hands in prayer. It eats other insects quickly.

Disliking someone or something before you really know them, usually based on their group or background rather than…

A basic rule or truth that explains how something works.

Moving forward step by step, one stage after another.

A person or company you think might want to buy what you sell. Someone who could become a…

An agreed-upon set of rules that computers follow to communicate with each other reliably.

A professional trained to understand behavior and treat mental health problems, but cannot prescribe medicine.

The science that studies how people think, feel, and behave. Why humans do what they do and how…

A fake doctor or person who pretends to have skills they don't actually have

A period of separation to stop a disease from spreading

A hard rock or crystal used to make glass and clocks

A system where items are processed in the order they arrive, like a waiting line.

A type of pie made with eggs and cream, often with cheese or meat

Sand mixed with water that sucks things down; also used for tricky situations

Informal British word for a pound of money. Used in casual conversation.

A large feather used for writing, especially in old times

A thick blanket made from fabric layers sewn together

An unusual or strange habit or characteristic that makes someone different

A line from the circle's center point outward to the edge.

An indirect result or consequence that can have complicated effects on other things.

Malware that locks your files and demands money to unlock them.

A way of comparing two numbers or amounts. If you have 3 boys and 2 girls, the ratio…

A person who helps people buy, sell, or rent houses and other properties. Realtors have licenses and represent…

A time when the economy shrinks, businesses fail, and people lose jobs.

When a function solves a problem by calling itself with a smaller version of the problem.

Having backup parts or copies so that if one breaks, the system still works without stopping.

A system of government or rule, often used when talking about strict or controlling governments. Also means any…

Going back to an earlier or less developed stage, moving in reverse.

Rehabilitation is the process of helping someone recover from an injury, illness, or addiction to return to normal…

A version of a computer program that is ready and given to users.

Moving from one place to another; in a job context, being transferred to work at a different location.

A meeting that two or more people arrange to happen at a specific time and location.

A result that happens as an indirect effect of something, usually something not immediately obvious.

A complete copy of data kept on another server so systems stay working if one fails.

A place on the internet where all the code for a project is saved and organized, so team…

Careful study to find out new information about something.

A firm decision you make to do something, or the solving of a problem.

A meeting where a team discusses what they did well, what they struggled with, and how to work…

Money that a company earns from selling products or services. The total amount of money coming in, not…

The character that an actor pretends to be in a performance or movie.

Returning software or systems to an earlier working version.

The time when a program is actually running, or the system that makes programs run.

a heavy metal container with a lock where you keep important or expensive things protected

Punishments one country imposes on another, usually by restricting trade or freezing money to force it to change…

Slices of fresh raw fish, typically served cold with soy sauce and wasabi condiments.

How easily a system can grow to handle more users, data, or requests without breaking down.

A blueprint showing how data is organized and what type each field should be.

The range or limits of what something covers. How much or how far something goes. The space or…

A method where teams work in short cycles to build and improve products quickly with regular feedback.

A package that includes ready-made code, examples, and guides to help you build apps for a service or…

The flat surface or view you see when you cut through something to look at its interior structure.

A particular industry or economic area (e.g., technology, healthcare, finance).

A specific group of customers with similar needs, age, location, or interests. Dividing customers into segments helps companies…

The meaning of words and how language conveys ideas.

A game or match played before the final round to decide which players will compete in the championship…

A group of elected representatives who make laws for a country or region.

A person elected to represent their state or region in government.

Money that a company gives to an employee when they are fired or laid off. It is compensation…

A piece of a large database split across different servers so data is stored and retrieved faster.

Someone who owns shares/stock in a company. Shareholders own a piece of the company and can vote on…

A single example or small amount of something collected for study or to show what a type is…

Your spouse is your husband or wife. It's a formal legal term that applies equally to both married…

Hidden software that steals your personal data and online activity.

The quality of being steady and not changing. When something is reliable and won't suddenly fall apart or…

A test environment that looks exactly like the real server but is only for checking if new code…

When something stops growing, changing, or making progress.

Someone who cares about what happens in a project or company because it affects them. Could be an…

A numerical fact or information collected and analyzed to show patterns or trends.

Your rank or position in society, job, or organization. Also means what condition something is in right now.

A building or something built from materials and parts.

A smaller section of a computer network with its own address range, used to organize and manage devices…

Money given by the government to help an industry or activity by making it cheaper or more affordable…

Any material or matter you can see or touch, like water, metal, or plastic. Also means the most…

Something or someone that replaces another thing or person. A replacement or alternative.

Extra amount left over. Money that's left after you've paid for everything you need.

The specific rules about how to write code or commands correctly so a computer can understand them.

A clever plan or trick you use to win or succeed at something. A specific move in a…

The practical steps you take to win or succeed in a specific situation

A tax on goods that enter or leave a country, often used to protect local businesses from foreign…

A zodiac sign for people born between April 20 and May 20. The symbol is a bull representing…

Someone who rents a property from an owner. The tenant pays rent and has the right to use…

A container of numbers arranged in rows, columns, and deeper dimensions for math operations.

A customer's personal review or statement saying the product worked well for them.

How something feels when you touch it, like smooth, rough, or soft. Also describes how something looks or…

A well-supported scientific framework explaining natural phenomena using evidence.

A book or digital tool that helps you find words with similar meanings to avoid repetition in writing.

A single path of instructions a computer processes at one time.

How much work or data a system can complete and deliver per unit of time.

A symbol or name that legally belongs to a company and that other companies cannot copy or use.

In computing, a completed exchange or operation that is treated as one complete action in a database.

A dramatic or complete change in how something looks, works, or is; turning into something different.

The movement or transportation of people or things from one location to another. The journey or delivery process.

The period or process when something or someone changes from one situation to a different one.

The government department that manages the country's money, collects taxes, and decides how to spend public funds.

The speed at which people leave their jobs and new people are hired to replace them; how many…

Your upbringing is how your parents raised you. It includes the values, habits, and experiences you had growing…

Someone who has no permanent home and moves around looking for work or money.

A tiny mouse-like animal with a short tail that digs tunnels and eats plants.

A smaller version of the kangaroo native to Australia, with similar hopping movement.

Dirty water that comes from houses, factories, and farms that has been used and contains waste. It must…

One page that you see when you visit a website, displayed in your internet browser.

A computer that holds all the files and information for a website and sends them to your browser…

A place on the internet with multiple connected pages that you can visit, like Amazon or Wikipedia.

How healthy and happy a person feels — in body, mind, and life overall.

Buying and selling large amounts of products at cheap prices to stores and businesses, not to individual customers.

A clever or sneaky trick; a deceptive tactic used to fool or persuade someone.

When you take money out of your bank account. You go to the ATM or bank and withdraw…

The order of steps and tasks needed to complete a job. Shows who does what and when, from…

All the people working for a company or in a country; the total group of workers.

A copy made by a photocopier machine originally brand name

A musical instrument made of wooden bars of different lengths

Thick thread used for knitting, or a long story someone tells.

A tiny living thing used to make bread rise and beer ferment.

A legendary creature said to live in the snowy mountains of the Himalayas.

A wooden frame that connects two animals so they can pull a plow or cart together

A very long time in the past; ancient or former times

A type of Buddhism focused on meditation and calm peace.

Great enthusiasm and energy; also the colored outer skin of lemon or orange.

A pattern with sharp back-and-forth angles; to move in this pattern.

A very large number, much larger than a million.

A metal used in batteries, coatings, and making brass.

A belt of twelve constellations; the twelve astrological signs.

A dead body brought back to life in stories; someone acting like they're not awake.

To leave something or someone behind, often permanently. To stop trying to do something or stop having something.

To finish doing something and achieve the result you wanted.

To succeed in getting what you wanted after hard work.

To admit that something is true or real. To recognize or agree that something exists or is important.…

To change or adjust something so it works well in a new situation. Like how animals change to…

To change something a little bit to make it work better or fit a situation. You can adjust…

To strongly support a cause or idea and speak out for it publicly.

To make a bad situation worse or more irritating.

To make something less painful or difficult, though not remove it entirely.

Make something bigger, louder, or more important.

To study something in detail by looking at each part separately to understand it.

To expect something before it happens; to prepare for it.

To move nearer to something or someone gradually.

To gather people together, or to put separate pieces together to make something complete. Like putting together furniture…

To give someone a job or task to do, or to give something to someone for them to…

To succeed in reaching or achieving something you want after effort.

To say or think that something is caused by or belongs to someone or something else.

To add to something to make it larger, more complete, or more abundant.

To say yes officially. A person in authority gives you permission to do something.

To say yes officially. A person in authority gives you permission to do something.

To think of as many ideas as possible with other people, usually quickly and without worrying if the…

To decide which group or type something belongs to.

To describe what someone or something is like by their special qualities.

To explain something in a way that makes it clear and easy to understand; to remove confusion.

To put things into groups based on what they have in common.

To travel to and from work every day, usually by car, bus, train, or bicycle.

To turn human-written code into a form computers can run.

To obey a request or follow an instruction. To do what someone asks you to do or what…

To think up or come up with an idea or invention.

To follow rules and do what society or an organization expects. To behave the same way as most…

To be formed or made up from particular things or parts.

To make someone feel better when they are sad, disappointed, or going through something difficult by showing you…

To join separate things together into one unified whole.

To ask an expert for advice or help. Or to look something up in a book, document, or…

To make something dirty or poisoned by adding something harmful or dangerous to it. The thing is now…

To officially challenge or argue against something. You say it is wrong or unfair and try to change…

To work together with someone or a group toward the same goal. Two or more people working as…

When two things are connected and change together. When one goes up, the other goes up or down…

To make something skillfully and carefully, paying close attention to how it looks and works.

To say 'no' politely to something offered. Or to gradually get worse, smaller, or weaker over time.

To figure out what something means when it's written in code or a secret language. To understand or…

To explain clearly what a word or concept means, or to set the boundaries of something.

To give someone else a job or responsibility that you normally do. You stay responsible but they do…

To completely destroy a building or structure by tearing it down. Can also mean to destroy an idea,…

To show or portray something in a picture, painting, film, or written description.

To make someone feel sad or upset. To bring down someone's mood or emotions in a negative way.

To get or come from a particular source or origin.

To wish for something or want it very much.

To think of a new plan or method to solve a problem.

To speak out loud so someone can write it down. Or to tell someone what to do in…

Make something smaller or less important; decrease.

To notice differences between things. Or unfairly to treat someone worse because of who they are (age, color,…

To see the difference between two things; to tell them apart.

To share or give out something to many people or places.

To add new products, markets, or services to your business so it doesn't depend on just one thing.

to die because you cannot breathe underwater, or to cover something completely with water

To get someone to share information or feelings by asking good questions or encouraging them to talk.

To represent or express an abstract idea or quality in a concrete or physical way.

To accept something you really want or agree with wholeheartedly. Or, to put your arms around someone and…

To come out or appear, especially from a hidden place. Can also mean to become known or to…

Something becoming visible or developing that wasn't there before.

To make something seem very important or to draw attention to something in a special way. To say…

To meet someone or find something by accident or surprise. To come up against a problem or difficulty.

To try hard to do something; to make a serious attempt.

To officially say that you approve of or support something.

To make sure people follow rules or laws by using authority or force if necessary. To punish those…

To make something better or more attractive by improving its qualities.

To wrap something completely so it is fully covered on all sides.

To visualize or imagine a future situation.

To be the best or perfect example of something.

To start something new (a business, rule, or fact) and make it permanent.

To make an educated guess about the size, cost, or number of something.

To make a problem or disease much worse and more serious.

To go past or beyond something. To be more or greater than a limit or what was expected.

To not allow someone or something to be part of something; to keep them out.

To use up everything completely so nothing is left. Or to make someone very tired and weak.

to run away quickly because you are afraid or in danger; to escape urgently

To say what you think will happen based on facts or clues.

To state or express something clearly and in an organized way.

To foster a child means to take care of them in your home for a time. You can…

To do what you promised or what is required; to make a wish or dream come true.

To do what something is made for; to work or operate correctly.

Put to death by hanging with a rope.

To make something harder or slower. To get in the way of something someone is trying to do.

To recognize or discover who something is, or to figure out what makes it different or special.

To make something clearer by using pictures, examples, or demonstrations.

To show something in a clear way, often by pointing or giving signs.

To teach someone how to do something, or to tell someone what they must do.

To say what someone says in a different language so others understand.

To push or hit something suddenly and quickly with a finger or fist

To make fun of someone or laugh at them in a mean way

To shake someone suddenly, or to shock or surprise them

To write something quickly and briefly

To keep several things in the air at the same time, or to manage many things together

To mix things up in a messy or confused way

To go down and rest your weight on your knees, often as a sign of respect or prayer.

When water slowly passes through soil or another substance and carries minerals or chemicals with it.

to move through the air suddenly and forcefully from one place to another

To step in as a neutral person and help two sides that disagree find a solution both can…

To join two sets of code changes together so they work as one piece.

To move from one place to another place, often to find work or better conditions. Many animals also…

to think someone or something is a different person or thing

Make something less bad or serious; reduce the negative impact.

Laugh at someone or make fun of them in a mean way. Treat them without respect.

To make small changes to something without completely replacing it.

To not take care of something or someone that needs your attention. You ignore it or don't do…

To talk and bargain with someone to make a deal or agreement that works for both sides.

When a company moves its work or factory to another country, usually to save money or find new…

To make something work as well as possible by improving it. You optimize processes, costs, or performance to…

To hire someone outside your company to do work instead of doing it yourself. Many companies outsource tasks…

To not notice something by accident, or to purposely choose to ignore it. You miss it or let…

To be completely covered or buried by something; or to have such strong feelings that you cannot handle…

To say or write the same thing but using different words. You keep the meaning the same but…

To punish someone or put them at a disadvantage for breaking rules or doing something wrong. To apply…

To punish someone or put them at a disadvantage for breaking rules or doing something wrong. To apply…

To go through or into something, either physically or by understanding it deeply. Can mean to pierce, break…

To hurt, threaten, or treat badly people because of who they are or what they believe.

To keep trying hard even when something is very difficult.

To keep doing something even when it is difficult or others say to stop.

To change your business plan or strategy when the current one isn't working.

Be before something in time or order.

To treat or handle something using a series of actions.

To officially say that something is not allowed. A person in power prevents an action.

To predict what will happen in the future, or to show a picture on a wall or screen.

To take someone to court because they broke the law; to charge someone officially.

To deliberately annoy or anger someone. Or, to cause a reaction or strong feeling to happen. You can…

To measure something and express it as a number or amount

To make something go faster or happen more quickly

To shake slightly with quick, small movements

To get better after being ill, hurt, or having problems; to return to normal condition.

To find and hire new people for a job or organization. The company recruits engineers; the army recruits…

To make something smaller or less; to decrease the amount or level of something.

To pull back on the straps (reins) to control and slow down a horse.

To make something stronger or better by adding more help, support, or resources to it.

To make something uncomfortable or difficult become better or easier. Or to take responsibility away from someone.

To move from one place to another. Commonly used for people moving homes, employees changing offices, or businesses…

To change how something is organized or arranged. You might reorganize a department, office space, or work schedule…

To need something or demand that something must be done.

To keep something you own or possess.

To get something back that you lost or that was stored somewhere. To bring it back to you.

To bring something back to life or make it active again. To help someone wake up or feel…

To make fun of someone or something in a mean way. To laugh at or mock someone with…

to naturally drop or release something your body no longer needs

To mean something, or to show that something is true or important.

To put someone or something to death through force or violence; to destroy an enemy in battle or…

To go somewhere quietly and carefully so that people do not notice you; to do something without letting…

To find and get something from somewhere; to locate a supply.

To say exactly what you want or need; to give clear and detailed information.

To spend a lot of money on something you want but don't need, usually something special or fancy.

When something gives off a very bad odor that you can smell

to take long purposeful steps forward while walking or moving with steady motion

To try very hard with strong determination to achieve a goal.

To take someone to court because you believe they harmed you or owe you money. It's a civil…

To write or say the main ideas of something in a much shorter way. You leave out details…

To be better than something or someone. To do more than expected. To exceed what was thought possible.

To give up completely and stop fighting or resisting. To hand over control or yourself to someone else.

To look at something completely to understand it all, or to ask people questions to learn what they…

To end something; to fire or stop working with an employee.

To find something by looking carefully or following clues. Like detective work to discover where something came from…

To agree to do a job or project and accept responsibility for completing it.

To support or defend something you believe in. Or to hold something up so it doesn't fall.

To make use of something you have available to accomplish a goal.

To confirm that something is true, real, or acceptable by checking it carefully.

To confirm that information or facts are correct by checking them carefully.

To break or disobey a rule, law, or promise. To not follow something you should follow.

to shed tears and express sadness, often in a quiet or dignified way

to wrap something around in circles; to turn something in spiral motion

To pull something hard and suddenly.

To want something very much, often with sadness or regret.

A sharp, high-pitched cry or bark sound.

To stop resisting and agree to what someone wants. Or, to produce something like a crop or profit.…

To hit with electricity, or to move very fast.

An idea or concept that you cannot touch or see. Not real or tangible. Something that exists only…

Plenty of something; more than enough supply.

Exactly right and without any mistakes. Correct and precise, matching the truth.

Something you got or learned through doing it repeatedly or working at it over time. Not something you…

Acute describes a sudden, serious illness or health problem that does not last long. It can also describe…

Good enough for what you need. Not great, but it does the job.

Describing a work method that adapts quickly to change and improves through repeated cycles.

Something that can be understood in more than one way; not clear or certain.

Something that looks true or is easy to see, but might not be exactly what it seems.

Close to the real number or amount but not exactly right; roughly correct.

Very surprising and shocking in a good or interesting way. When something makes you say 'Wow, I didn't…

Late or delayed. Used for wishes, greetings, or apologies that come after the right moment.

Something that is good for you and has positive effects. It helps or improves something.

Using only two options or states; commonly 0 and 1 in computing.

Something that can be broken down naturally by bacteria and living organisms without causing harm to the environment.…

Describing an operation that works with single bits (0 or 1) in computer data.

Having the ability or skill to do something. Being good at something and able to handle it.

Typical or normal for someone or something; showing the qualities that make them recognizable or special.

Chronic means lasting a long time or happening again and again. A chronic illness is one that a…

When ideas or arguments fit together sensibly without contradictions.

Something that an entire group does or owns together rather than one person.

Involving competition or showing a desire to win; also means having good prices or quality compared to competitors.

Including everything important; complete and detailed in covering a subject or area.

Related to ideas and thoughts rather than real, physical things you can touch.

Something real you can see, touch, or count; the opposite of ideas or theories.

Coming one after another without any breaks or gaps between them.

Something that stays the same, happens regularly, or is done in the same way repeatedly.

Happening or existing now in modern times, or living at the same time as someone else.

Something that causes people to argue or disagree strongly with each other.

Something that happens again and again with short breaks, not non-stop.

Causing lots of public argument because people strongly disagree.

Following the normal or usual way that most people do things. Not new, different, or creative.

Able to be discussed or argued about because not everyone agrees.

Not having enough of something needed; lacking in quality or quantity.

Something that is clear, certain, and well-defined with no doubt about it.

Based on or copied from something else; not the original or unique creation.

Fair and impartial; not taking sides because you have no personal advantage to gain.

Having a special quality that makes something clearly different and easy to recognize.

Having many different kinds or types. Things that are not the same but mix together. Very different variety.

Feeling unsure about something or thinking that something might not be true or will not happen.

Happening right after or as a result of something else; following as a consequence.

The same value or importance. Two different things that work the same way or mean the same thing.

Never stops and never ends. Something that has no start and no finish; always exists.

Easy to see or understand; clear and obvious.

Better than average or very special; standing out from others in a positive way.

Clear and obvious in meaning; says exactly what is meant without hidden meaning.

Large in size, area, or amount; not limited to a small space or number.

On the outside or from the outside. The opposite of internal. Something that comes from a different source.

Something that is very unusual, unexpected, or impressively different from normal; not ordinary at all.

Something that can actually be done or accomplished.

Completely perfect with nothing wrong about it. No mistakes, no problems, no damage.

Able to bend easily without snapping. Or, able to change your mind or adjust your plans when needed.

Something that will happen or arrive very soon.

Frugal means spending money carefully and not buying things you don't need. It describes a lifestyle of simple,…

The most important and basic part of something that everything else depends on.

The total amount before anything is subtracted. Opposite of net. For example, gross salary is your pay before…

A way of writing numbers using 16 symbols instead of 10, used in computers and programming.

When a company buys or merges with another company that does the same type of business at the…

Based on an idea or possibility, not on what is actually true or has happened.

Illicit in past tense or suspended state

Able to think of new and unusual ideas; good at imagining things that do not exist yet. Creating…

Very likely to happen very soon, often with a sense of urgency or danger.

Something you absolutely must do because it's very important.

Understood but not directly said; shown by hints or context rather than words.

When speech, writing, or ideas are disorganized and don't make sense together.

Changing frequently or not matching other things; not staying the same.

Something that is unclear, uncertain, or does not have clear limits or an end date.

Not caring about something; not interested or concerned. You don't think it matters much either way.

Belonging to one person or thing alone, not part of a group.

Not as good as, or lower in quality or status than, another thing or person.

Having no limit or end; impossible to measure or count because it's so vast or endless.

Very clever and able to create smart, original solutions in a creative way.

Innocent and open, trusting others easily without suspicion or cunning.

A quality that naturally belongs to someone or something and cannot be separated from it.

New and creative. Using new ideas or methods that haven't been done before in that way.

Focused and very strong over a short period; needing a lot of effort or attention.

Interpersonal means about how people interact and communicate with each other. It describes skills, relationships, or situations involving…

Something or someone that makes you feel scared or unsure of yourself. It seems threatening or powerful.

Intrapersonal means about what happens inside one person's mind. It describes thoughts, emotions, and self-awareness within yourself.

Relating to activities or laws within one state, not between states.

Complex with many small, connected details that are hard to understand.

A quality that is part of something's basic nature, not added from outside.

Good at coming up with new ideas and making new things. Someone who invents or finds creative solutions…

Alone or separate. Cut off from others or not connected.

With sharp, rough points and uneven edges

Moving suddenly in a rough, not-smooth way

Very interested and wanting to do something; or sharp-edged

Showing that you understand something; suggesting you know a secret or have special knowledge

Generous or open-minded. A liberal amount of sugar means a lot of sugar. Liberal views mean being open…

Limited to one specific area. Not spreading to other places.

Obvious and clear; shown openly so everyone can see it is definitely true.

The greatest amount possible; as much as possible.

Neither good nor bad; just ordinary or acceptable, nothing special.

The least amount possible; very small or as little as needed.

Very tiny or detailed.

From or belonging to our current time period. Like how things are now, not in the old days.

Something that both people have or feel toward each other equally.

Connected to a country's military sea forces and ships.

The final amount after subtracting everything. Opposite of gross. For example, net salary is what you actually receive…

Connected to how nerves or brain networks work, including computer systems built like brains.

Not taking sides. Staying fair and equal to both people or groups. Not favoring one over the other.

Using facts and evidence, not personal beliefs. An objective assessment considers only data, not emotions.

Something that is still happening now and continues to happen. Not yet finished or ended.

Software whose code is available to everyone to view, change, and share freely.

Achieving the very best result or condition for a specific situation.

Very good or impressive. Or something that has not been finished or paid.

When your bank account has a negative balance because you took out more money than you had.

So much of something (emotion, work, numbers) that you feel completely unable to cope. It's too much to…

Calm, peaceful, and not involving violence or fighting.

Feeling attraction to people of all genders. A person who is pansexual can be attracted to anyone.

Something that looks wrong or impossible but might actually be true.

Two lines or things going in the same direction, always the same distance apart, never meeting. Or: two…

Strange or unusual in a way that is surprising or confusing. It does not fit the normal pattern…

Waiting to be decided or finished; not completed yet.

Keeping going and not giving up even when things are hard. Not letting obstacles stop you; stubbornly continuing…

Appropriate and closely related to the topic or problem at hand.

Spreading throughout an area; present almost everywhere and affecting many things.

Something that sounds true or could be true based on the evidence.

Coming right before something in time or sequence; the one just before.

Exact and accurate with no mistakes; giving specific details instead of general ones.

The strongest or most important thing among many similar things.

Coming before something more important; done first to prepare for the main thing.

Of the present time; now or nowadays. What exists or happens today.

Very common or widespread in a place or among people.

Something done before a problem occurs to stop it from happening. For example, taking vitamins to prevent illness.

The most important or first thing in a series or list.

Very deep or serious; showing deep understanding or having strong effect.

Changing or improving slowly, step by step. Or, supporting new ideas about society and wanting to make reforms.

Lying flat on your stomach. Can also mean you tend to do something or are likely to suffer…

Belonging to and controlled by one company; kept secret or private.

Long and drawn-out. Something that takes much longer than it should or you wish it would.

Something old-fashioned that looks charming or pleasant in a simple way

Happening four times a year, every three months. A quarterly report means a report made every three months.

Unusual, strange, or peculiar in a way that seems odd

Not definitely good or certainly true; open to doubt.

A little strange or unusual, but in a likeable way

Spreading wildly and unchecked, usually with bad results. Out of control and growing rapidly.

When two people do something in return for each other; giving and receiving equally.

So unusual, impressive, or special that it deserves people's attention and praise.

Something that can be used again and again without running out. In environmental contexts, it means energy sources…

Full of deep respect, honor, and sometimes fear.

Completely different from what existed before. Causes a major change in how people think or do something.

Strong and solid; able to handle difficult conditions without breaking or failing. Not fragile or weak.

Something that is holy, important, or special that should be treated with great respect.

Standing out and easy to notice; the most important or eye-catching part.

Not enough of something; hard to get or find.

Cloud computing where you write code without worrying about managing actual servers or infrastructure maintenance.

Happening together at the exact same moment.

Related to inner feelings, beliefs, and connection to something beyond the physical world. Often about personal faith, not…

Happening sometimes but not regularly or predictably; scattered or scattered through time.

Something that stays the same and doesn't change or break easily. Solid and reliable.

Easy to understand or do; simple and clear. Also means honest and direct without hiding anything.

Coming after something else in time. If event A happens, then event B is subsequent to it.

Large in amount, size, or importance; considerable and meaningful.

Adequate or enough for what is needed; having as much as required.

Better than, or higher in quality or status than, another thing or person.

Based on ideas and concepts rather than real-world testing or experience. What looks good on paper but may…

Someone who is thrifty spends money wisely and avoids wasting things. They try to save money by not…

Working very hard with lots of energy and never getting tired. Someone who keeps going and going without…

Something that is popular right now and many people are talking about or using it.

Very fashionable right now. Popular and stylish at this moment. Following the newest styles, ideas, or ways of…

Something so small or unimportant that you don't need to worry about it or spend time on it.

So clear that it can only mean one thing; leaving no room for different interpretations.

Something that everyone agrees with and nobody argues against.

Applying to everyone or everything everywhere. True or present in all places.

Something that has never happened before in history or experience; completely new.

Something that changes or is not always the same.

When a company owns businesses at different stages of making and selling a product, like owning both the…

Able to work or succeed in practice; a possible and practical solution or plan.

Content that spreads very quickly online because people keep sharing it with friends.

Something that exists or happens in many places or involves many people.

Appearing young or having qualities of young people.

Lively and energetic; also having a sharp, tangy flavor.

A formal way to say 'also' or 'and besides' when adding more information to what you just said.

But despite what was just said. A more formal way of saying 'however' or 'but'. Something unexpected still…

In another country that is across the ocean. Going abroad or living in a foreign country far away.

In this manner or for this reason; used to show how something happens or why it occurs.

Even though something bad or difficult happened, something else still happened anyway. It did not stop it.

To be so noisy that other sounds cannot be heard over the top of it.