Everyday English Core Vocabulary

Lesson 8 Qualities and Description · Society and Law

Build confidence with 10 useful words connected to qualities and description, society and law, and feelings and relationships.

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principle (noun)noun
“Honesty is an important principle in our family.”
2
straight (adjective)adjective
“Walk straight down this road to reach the station.”
3
appeal (verb)verb
“The lawyer will appeal the court decision.”
4
highly (adverb)adverb
“This book is highly useful for new learners.”
5
trust (verb)verb
“I trust my friend to keep secrets.”
6
wonderful (adjective)adjective
“We had a wonderful evening by the lake.”
7
flat (adjective)adjective
“Find a flat surface for the birthday cake.”
8
absolutely (adverb)adverb
“I absolutely agree with your helpful suggestion.”
9
flow (verb)verb
“The river can flow quickly after heavy rain.”
10
fair (adjective)adjective
“Our teacher is fair to every student.”