Vocabulary Words

B2

noun

A type of quotation mark, denoted by � (beginning the quoted material) or � (ending it).

verb

To conduct an inquiry or examination. (+2 more)

noun

One who investigates.

noun

A mixture of silica sand and plaster which, by surrounding a wax pattern, creates a negative mold of the form used for casting, among other metals, bronze. (+4 more)

noun

A person who invests money in order to make a profit.

adjective, noun, verb

A Rosicrucian (+11 more)

adjective

attractive, tempting

verb

To appeal for validation to a (notably cited) authority. (+6 more)

noun

The act of involving, or the state of being involved.

adverb

(evaluative) Used to draw attention to an ironic aspect of a situation being described. (+2 more)

adjective, noun

A real number that can not be expressed as the quotient of two integers, an irrational number. (+3 more)

adjective

Compellingly attractive. (+1 more)

adverb

In an irresistible manner.

adjective, noun

Lacking a sense of responsibility (+5 more)

adjective, verb

Experiencing a feeling of irritation. (+5 more)

adjective, verb

Causing irritation, annoyance or pain. (+5 more)

noun

A condition of morbid excitability or oversensitiveness of an organ or part of the body (+8 more)

noun

A person who lives on an island.

verb

To emphasize. (+1 more)

noun, verb

A constant teasing desire or want. (+8 more)

adjective, noun, verb

(of a ball) To stick in the jaws of a pocket. (+17 more)

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