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THE ENGLISH DICTIONARY

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CEFR LEVEL

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

928 words & expressions

Steamer

word B2

a ship or boat propelled by steam power

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steel

word B1

a strong metal made mainly from iron a strong, hard metal made of iron and carbon; a strong, hard metal made of iron and carbon

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steep

word B1

rising or falling sharply; nearly perpendicular; also excessively high in price Having a sharp inclination or high slope; also can mean excessive (as in price).; Having a sharp inclination or high slope; also can mean excessive (as in price).

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stem

word B1

to come from something as a cause; also to stop the flow of something Noun: The main stalk of a plant. Verb: To stop or restrict the flow or development of something.

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stentorian

word C2

extremely loud and powerful in sound

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step

word A1

one movement of your foot; one stage in a process a movement made by lifting one foot and putting it down in a new position; a movement made by lifting one foot and putting it down in a new position

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step aside

phrasal verb B1

to move out of the way for someone; or to resign from a position to let another take over

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step back

phrasal verb C1

To temporarily pause or withdraw from a situation to evaluate it objectively from a broader viewpoint; to pause and think about a situation from a broader perspective

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step by step

phrase A1

progressing gradually and steadily from one stage to the next; moving gradually and systematically through stages

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step down

phrasal verb

to resign, withdraw, or vacate an important post or high-level leadership position

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Step down from

phrasal verb

to resign or withdraw from an official position, high-ranking role, or leadership post

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step forward

phrasal verb

To offer help, take initiative, or present oneself to take responsibility or action.

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Step in

phrasal verb

To intervene in a situation or take action, especially to resolve a difficulty or protect someone.

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Step into the real world

phrase

to transition from the protected academic environment into independent adulthood and professional responsibility

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Step out

phrasal verb

To leave a place for a short time; or to venture outside one's familiar comfort zone.

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step up

phrasal verb

To increase one's efforts, rise to a challenge, or take on greater responsibility.

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Step up to the plate

phrase

to take responsibility for dealing with a challenging situation or crisis

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stepmother

word A2

a woman married to one of your parents who is not your biological mother

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stereotyping

word C1

The act of categorizing individuals or groups based on oversimplified and fixed generalized beliefs.

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stick

word B1

a thin piece of wood; to attach or stay in one place to adhere or attach something to a surface; to adhere or attach something to a surface

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Stick around

phrasal verb

To remain in a place or stay loyal and present, especially during trying times.

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stick out

phrasal verb

To be extremely noticeable or distinctive; or to endure a difficult period until the end.

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stick to

phrasal verb

To adhere firmly to a rule, instruction, decision, or plan without deviating

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stick together

phrasal verb

To remain united and support one another; or to adhere to each other physically

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Stick up for

phrasal verb

To defend or advocate for someone or something that is being criticized or treated unfairly

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stick with

phrasal verb

To continue using, following, or working with a particular plan, system, or person

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stigma

word C1

a mark of shame or disgrace associated with a particular circumstance or quality; a mark of shame or disapproval associated with a particular circumstance or quality a mark of shame or disgrace associated with a particular circumstance or quality

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still

word A1

continuing until now, or even so not moving or making a sound; not moving or making a sound

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stimulate

word B2

To encourage development, activity, growth, or interest in something.

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stimulation

word B2

The action of arousing interest, enthusiasm, or activity, or encouraging growth.

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stimuli

word C1

Things that evoke a specific functional reaction in an organ or tissue, or encourage activity (plural of stimulus).

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Stimulus

word B2

something that encourages growth, activity, or a reaction; an incentive

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stink

word B2

To emit a strong and very unpleasant odor.

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stint

word C1

a person's fixed or allotted period of work or duty

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stipulate

word C1

to demand or specify a requirement, typically as part of an agreement or contract

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stir

word B1

to mix ingredients with a spoon; also to awaken strong feelings to mix or move something in a circular motion, especially in liquid; to mix or move something in a circular motion, especially in liquid

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stir up

phrasal verb

To cause, provoke, or incite trouble, controversy, or strong negative reactions

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stitch

word B2

a single loop of thread made by a needle in sewing or surgery; to sew fabric or close a wound; to sew with needle and thread; to join pieces of fabric to sew fabric together using a needle and thread; also a single loop of thread in sewing

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stock market

phrase B2

a market where shares in publicly held companies are issued and traded

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Stock up

phrasal verb

To acquire or store a substantial quantity of supplies or goods for future use

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