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THE ENGLISH DICTIONARY

English English

CEFR LEVEL

3335 entries have no recorded CEFR level and are included in All.

697 words & expressions

based on the evidence

phrase B1

judged or determined in accordance with available facts and proofs

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Bash in

phrasal verb

To break, dent, or crush something inwards with forceful physical blows

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Bash out

phrasal verb

To produce, write, or devise something quickly and vigorously without excessive polish

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basic

word A2

simple, necessary, or at the first level fundamental; essential; forming the foundation or starting point forming the most important or simplest part of something

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basically

word A2

used to give the main idea in simple words in the most important or fundamental way; essentially

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Basil

word B2

an aromatic culinary herb of the mint family with fragrant leaves, widely used in Italian and Mediterranean cooking

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basis

word B1

the reason, rule, or system that something is built on the underlying support or foundation for an idea, argument, or process

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bask in

phrasal verb

To revel in, enjoy thoroughly, and take pleasure from glory, praise, or warmth

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basket

word A2

a container made of interwoven strips of cane, wood, or plastic a container made of woven materials used for carrying or storing things; a container made of woven materials used for carrying or storing things

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basketball

word A1

a team game played by shooting a ball through an elevated hoop a game played by two teams who try to score points by throwing a ball through a hoop

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bat

word A1

a wooden club used to hit a ball in sports; also a nocturnal flying mammal to hit with a bat; to flutter eyelids a flying mammal that is active at night; a wooden stick used in sports like baseball a flying mammal that is active at night and uses echolocation to navigate a wooden or metal club used to hit a ball in sports like baseball or cricket

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batch

word A2

a quantity of goods or people produced or handled at one single time a quantity of items produced or processed at one time

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bath

word A1

the act of washing your body in water; a tub used for this the act of washing one's body; a container for bathing an act of washing the body in water; or the container used for this purpose; the act of washing one's body; a container for bathing an act of washing the body in water; or the container used for this purpose

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bathroom

word A1

a room containing a bath or shower and typically a toilet a room containing a toilet and usually a sink or shower

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Batten down

phrasal verb

To prepare thoroughly for an impending crisis, hostile attack, or difficult situation

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battery

word A2

a device that produces electricity to power equipment A device that stores and provides electrical energy; also refers to a group of similar things or repeated blows.; A device that stores and provides electrical energy; also refers to a group of similar things or repeated blows.

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Batting a Thousand

idiom

Achieving complete, uninterrupted success without a single mistake or failure.

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battle

word B1

a fight between groups, or a difficult struggle A fight between armed forces or a struggle to achieve or resist something.; A fight between armed forces or a struggle to achieve or resist something.

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Bawl out

phrasal verb

To reprimand or scold someone loudly, severely, and angrily

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bay

word A2

a body of water partly enclosed by land a broad inlet of the sea where the land curves inward

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be about to

phrase A1

to be on the verge of doing something very soon

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be careful

phrase A1

to take care and avoid mistakes or physical harm

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Be Fearful When Others Are Greedy

proverb

Act with extreme caution and restraint when the crowd is reckless, speculative, or overly acquisitive.

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Be Greedy When Others Are Fearful

proverb

Have the courage to seize opportunities or invest generously when others are paralyzed by panic.

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Be My Guest

idiom

A polite and welcoming expression granting someone permission to do whatever they have requested or wish to do.

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beach

word A1

an area of sand or stones beside the sea An area of sand or small stones beside the sea or a lake.; An area of sand or small stones beside the sea or a lake.

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beam

word B2

a ray or shaft of light; also a long sturdy piece of timber or metal used in construction a ray or shaft of light; a long piece of wood or metal used to support weight; a ray or shaft of light; a long piece of wood or metal used to support weight

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bean

word A1

an edible seed or pod from climbing plants, rich in protein an edible seed, typically kidney-shaped, growing in long pods on certain leguminous plants A seed that is eaten as a vegetable or used to make food products.

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bear

word A1

a large, heavy mammal with thick fur and a very short tail; to carry; to endure; to give birth to; to support a large, heavy mammal with thick fur and a very short tail to carry, endure, or give birth to; also refers to a large wild animal

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Bear a grudge

phrase

to continue to feel anger, bitterness, or ill will toward someone for an extended period over a past grievance

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Bear down

phrasal verb

To exert maximum effort, concentrate intensely, or push forward with resolute determination

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Bear down on

phrasal verb

To approach someone or something rapidly, threateningly, or with overwhelming pressure

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bear in mind

phrase

To take a specific reality or condition into account when considering or deciding something.; To remember, take into consideration, or remain conscious of an essential fact when making an assessment.

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Bear on

phrasal verb

To have a direct relevance to, connection with, or significant effect upon something

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bear out

phrasal verb C1

To substantiate, confirm, or prove the truth or validity of a prediction or claim; to confirm or support the truth of something

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Bear up

phrasal verb

To remain brave, resilient, and composed despite adversity, physical strain, or pain

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Bear with

phrasal verb

To show patience and understanding toward someone while they work through difficulties or delays

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Beard

word B1

hair that grows on the chin and lower cheeks of a man's face

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beast

word B1

an animal, especially a large or dangerous wild four-footed animal; a large or dangerous animal; a cruel or unpleasant person a large or dangerous animal; a cruel or brutal person

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beat

word B1

to defeat someone in a game or competition; to hit repeatedly; also to pulsate regularly; to strike repeatedly; to defeat; to pulsate rhythmically to hit repeatedly; to defeat; to pulse rhythmically to hit repeatedly or to defeat someone in a competition

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