4000 CPE Vocabulary List

Preparing vocabulary for the CPE (C2, Cambridge Proficiency) 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.

abate  
v. subside; decrease; become less in amount or intensity
Rather than leaving immediately, they waited for the storm to abate.
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abbreviation  
n. shortening something by omitting parts of it
For example, the word abbreviation can itself be represented by the 'abbrev.'
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aberrant  
n. abnormal;  markedly different from an accepted norm
Given the aberrant nature of the data, we doubted the validity of the entire experiment.
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abeyance  
n. suspended action; temporary cessation or suspension
The deal was held in abeyance until her arrival.
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abjure  
v. renounce upon oath; abandon forever
He will abjure his allegiance to the king.
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ablution  
n. washing or cleansing of the body, especially as part of religious rite
His ablution was accompanied by loud noises that he humorously labeled 'Opera in the Bath.'
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