Everyday English Core Vocabulary

Lesson 43 Qualities and Description · Thinking and Knowing

Build confidence with 10 useful words connected to qualities and description, thinking and knowing, and society and law.

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impressive (adjective)adjective
“Her impressive speech earned applause from the audience.”
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evolution (noun)noun
“The evolution of phones changed how people communicate.”
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awareness (noun)noun
“The campaign increased awareness of road safety.”
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violent (adjective)adjective
“The violent storm damaged several homes near the coast.”
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slave (noun)noun
“The novel describes a slave seeking freedom.”
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wealthy (adjective)adjective
“A wealthy donor supported the local hospital.”
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architecture (noun)noun
“The city's architecture mixes old and modern styles.”
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acceptable (adjective)adjective
“This answer is acceptable, but please check the spelling.”
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journal (noun)noun
“She records her travel experiences in a journal.”
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coal (noun)noun
“The old factory once burned coal for heat.”