4000 Duolingo Vocabulary List

Preparing vocabulary for the Duolingo English Test (DET) 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.

approximate  
v. come near or nearer to something or someone in space, time, quality, or amount
The conclusions of yours both approximate the truth.
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apt  
a. likely; precisely suitable; appropriate; quick to learn or understand
The England coach, Bobby Robson, described it as a miracle, which following 'the Hand-of-God' goal seems supremely apt.
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aptly  
ad. in a competent, capable manner; in an apt or suitable manner
35 years ago, Milton Friedman wrote a famous article whose title aptly summed up its point: The Social Responsibility of Business Is to Increase Its Profits.
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aquatic  
a. consisting of, relating to, or being in the water
Paul enjoyed aquatic sports such as scuba diving and snorkeling.
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arc  
n. the continuous portion of a circle; something curved in shape
Why are rainbows in an arc shape?
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archaeological  
a. related to or dealing with or devoted to archaeology
In recent years one of these caves has drawn attention in archaeological circles.
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