Everyday English Core Vocabulary

Lesson 86 Thinking and Knowing · Work and Study

Build confidence with 10 useful words connected to thinking and knowing, work and study, and feelings and relationships.

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complicate (verb)verb
“Extra instructions can complicate a simple task.”
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discipline (noun)noun
“Daily practice requires discipline and patience.”
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disappoint (verb)verb
“I hope my poor result will not disappoint you.”
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boss (noun)noun
“My boss approved my request for leave.”
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assumption (noun)noun
“That assumption may be wrong without evidence.”
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freeze (verb)verb
“Water can freeze overnight in cold weather.”
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extreme (adjective)adjective
“They avoided hiking in extreme heat.”
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passage (noun)noun
“A narrow passage connects the two rooms.”
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reputation (noun)noun
“The restaurant has a reputation for excellent service.”
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forth (adverb)adverb
“The sun came forth after the storm.”