Preparing vocabulary for the CAE (C1, Cambridge Advanced) test is a smart move! Since vocabulary plays a huge role in all parts of the exam (Reading, Use of English, Writing, Listening, and Speaking), here’s a focused vocabulary to help you build and remember the right words effectively.
In addition to the vocabulary, we also provide online tools and exercises to support your studies, along with helpful tips and printable materials.
We organize these 4000 words into 14 groups. Group one is open to all visitors. The rest of the groups are only fully accessible to VIP users.
Words of Group 1: (Part of words, select list to view all.)
abandon
abdomen
abduct
abduction
abide
abject
abnormal
abolition
abracadabra
abrasive
absent
absenteeism
absolute
absolution
absolve
absorb
abstinence
abstract
absurd
abundance
abundantly
abuse
abusive
abyss
academic
accelerate
acceleration
access
accessible
accessory
accident
accidental
accidentally
accommodate
accommodating
accomplice
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3 Demonstrate word list style:
arson n. malicious burning of a dwelling house or outhouse of another man, which by the common law is a felony According to police, at least 29 vehicles were destroyed in arson attacks this year; most of them are luxury cars. Show examples and contexts
arthritis n. inflammation of a joint or joints Multiple treatments have shown success in treating arthritis symptoms, that is, in the relief of symptoms. Show examples and contexts
articulate a. expressing oneself easily in clear and effective language Her articulate presentation of the advertising campaign impressed her employers. Show examples and contexts
artillery n. large weapons, such as cannon and missile launchers operated by crews; army branch in use of large weapons Our rocket artillery is simply a mass of rounds pointed at the general area of the enemy. Show examples and contexts
ascribe v. inscribe or dedicate; attribute to a specified cause, source, or origin; assign as a quality Other people ascribe his exclusion from the canon to an unsubtle form of racism. Show examples and contexts
asparagus n. tender young shoots of a Eurasian plant, having leaf-like stems, scale-like leaves, and small flowers We have some asparagus for lunch. Show examples and contexts