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THE ENGLISH DICTIONARY

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

9688 words & expressions

Great Minds

idiom

An abbreviated, conversational catchphrase used when two people spontaneously think of the same idea simultaneously.

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Great Minds Think Alike

proverb

Said humorously when two or more people reach the same clever conclusion or idea simultaneously.; Intelligent or perceptive people often arrive at the same conclusions or formulate identical brilliant ideas.

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Great Oaks from Little Acorns Grow

proverb

Massive accomplishments, global enterprises, or monumental institutions often arise from minuscule, modest origins.

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Great Wall of China

word B1

A historic fortification system built across northern China to defend against invasions.

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greatly

word A2

very much; by a large amount to a large extent or degree; very much

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greed

word B2

an intense and selfish desire for something, especially wealth, power, or food

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greedy

word A2

having an excessive and selfish desire for money, food, or possessions

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green

word A1

of the color between blue and yellow in the spectrum; colored like grass or emeralds; the color of grass or leaves; also connected with protecting nature of a color intermediate between blue and yellow in the spectrum; colored like grass or emeralds Of the color between blue and yellow in the spectrum; inexperienced or naive.; of a color intermediate between blue and yellow in the spectrum; colored like grass or emeralds Of the color between blue and yellow in the spectrum; inexperienced or naive.

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Green Around the Gills

idiom

Looking or feeling pale, nauseous, or sick, often due to motion sickness or sudden physical discomfort.

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green energy

word B2

Energy that comes from natural sources and does not harm the environment or emit greenhouse gases.

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Green Papaya

word C2

unripe firm papaya fruit cooked as a vegetable or shredded for salads in Asian cooking

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Green Room

idiom

A backstage room or lounge in a studio or theater where performers, speakers, or guests relax before going on stage.

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Green Thumb

idiom

A natural talent or knack for growing and caring for plants successfully.

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greet

word A1

to welcome someone or say hello when you meet them to welcome someone; to say hello to say hello or welcome someone politely; to welcome someone with polite words or gestures; to say hello

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gregarious

word C2

fond of company; sociable and outgoing

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grief

word B2

deep sorrow and mental distress, especially caused by someone's death

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Grin and Bear It

idiom

To endure pain, adversity, or uncomfortable circumstances stoically without complaining.

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grip

word B2

A firm hold or tight grasp; to hold tightly.; a firm hold or grasp; the power of holding something firmly; a handle or handhold to hold something tightly or firmly

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grit

word C1

Courage and resolve; strength of character; perseverance and passion for long-term goals.

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grocery

word A2

food and other goods sold at a grocery store A store that sells food and household supplies.

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gross

word B2

total before deductions; also very obvious, or vulgar and unpleasant extremely unpleasant or disgusting; total before deductions

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ground

word A2

the solid surface of the earth; to prohibit someone (often a child) from going out; the surface of the earth; an area of land used for a purpose; a reason or basis the solid surface of the earth; to prohibit someone (often a child) from going out

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groundbreaking

word B2

Introducing new ideas or methods; innovative and pioneering.

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grounded

word B2

Well balanced and sensible; firmly rooted in reality.

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group

word A1

several people or things together A number of people or things considered together; to arrange things or people into categories.; A number of people or things considered together; to arrange things or people into categories.

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group project

phrase B2

a collaborative assignment or enterprise undertaken by a team

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grouse

word C2

to complain pettily; to grumble persistently

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grow

word A1

to become bigger, older, or more developed to become larger or greater over a period of time; to develop to increase in size, number, or strength over time; To increase in size, number, or strength over time; to develop naturally.; to become larger or greater over a period of time; to develop to increase in size, number, or strength over time

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grow up

phrasal verb

to gradually develop and change from being a child into an adult

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growth

word B1

increase in size, amount, number, or development The process of increasing in physical size, number, value, or strength. the process of increasing in size, number, or importance; the process of increasing in physical size, number, value, or strength

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guarantee

word B1

a firm promise that something will happen or work; to make that promise a formal promise or assurance, especially about the quality or durability of a product

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guard

word A2

a person who protects a place; to protect or watch something a person who keeps watch, especially a soldier or police officer; a device worn or fitted to prevent injury to protect someone or something from danger; to watch over to protect or keep safe from harm or danger; a person who keeps watch, especially a soldier or police officer; a device worn or fitted to prevent injury to protect someone or something from danger; to watch over to protect or keep safe from harm or danger

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guess

word A1

to give an answer or idea without being sure to give an answer or opinion without complete knowledge; to estimate to form an opinion or give an answer without certainty; to estimate or suppose something without having sufficient information to be certain

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guest

word A1

a person invited to visit a home, event, hotel, or program a person who is invited to visit someone's home or attend a particular social occasion a person invited to visit or stay in someone's home or attend an event

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guidance

word B1

advice or information aimed at resolving a problem or difficulty, especially as given by someone in authority

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guide

word B1

a person who shows the way to others; also to lead or direct someone; to show someone the way; to direct or influence behavior to lead, direct, or show the way; a person who shows others the way

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guidebook

word A2

a book that provides information and advice about a place for visitors

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guided tour

phrase

an organized educational visit around a place led by an experienced guide who explains its features and history

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guideline

word B2

advice or a rule that tells people how to do something a rule, instruction, or principle that provides direction

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guidelines

word B2

General rules, principles, or pieces of advice on how something should be done.

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