Everyday English Core Vocabulary

Lesson 17 Qualities and Description · Work and Study

Build confidence with 10 useful words connected to qualities and description, work and study, and home and daily life.

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surface (adjective)adjective
“The surface layer of paint is already dry.”
2
library (noun)noun
“She borrowed three novels from the library.”
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excellent (adjective)adjective
“Your excellent report answered every important question.”
4
edge (noun)noun
“Keep the glass away from the table edge.”
5
camp (noun)noun
“Our camp had tents beside the quiet lake.”
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audience (noun)noun
“The audience clapped loudly after the final song.”
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lift (verb)verb
“Please lift the box onto the top shelf.”
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procedure (noun)noun
“Follow the safety procedure before starting the machine.”
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email (noun)noun
“I sent an email to my teacher yesterday.”
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global (adjective)adjective
“Climate change is a global concern for everyone.”