201-300 Flashcards
crash
Verb
1
(of a vehicle) collide violently with an obstacle or another vehicle.
the stolen car she was riding in crashed into a tree
Noun
1
a violent collision, typically of one vehicle with another or with an obstacle.
a car crash
Adjective
1
done rapidly or urgently and involving a concentrated effort.
a crash course in Italian
Adverb
1
with a sudden loud sound.
crash went the bolt
Cream
Noun
1
the thick white or pale yellow fatty liquid which rises to the top when milk is left to stand and which can be eaten as an accompaniment to desserts or used as a cooking ingredient.
strawberries and cream
2
a thick liquid or semisolid cosmetic or medical preparation applied to the skin.
shaving cream
3
the very best of a group of people or things.
the paper’s readership is the cream of American society
4
a very pale yellow or off-white color.
the dress is available in white or cream
Verb
1
work (two or more ingredients, typically butter and sugar) together to form a creamy paste.
you cream the butter first and then add the egg yolks
2
rub a cosmetic cream into (the skin).
Madge was creaming her face in front of the mirror
creation
Noun
1
the action or process of bringing something into existence.
job creation
2
the bringing into of existence of the universe, especially when regarded as an act of God.
the big bang was the moment of the Creation, and therefore the work of God
3
the action or process of investing someone with a new rank or title.
Edward’s generosity extended beyond the creation of earls
creature
Noun
1
an animal, as distinct from a human being.
night sounds of birds and other creatures
Noun
1
the ability of a customer to obtain goods or services before payment, based on the trust that payment will be made in the future.
I’ve got unlimited credit
3
public acknowledgment or praise, typically that given or received when a person’s responsibility for an action or idea becomes or is made apparent.
Verb
1
publicly acknowledge someone as a participant in the production of (something published or broadcast).
the screenplay is credited to one American and two Japanese writers
criminal
Noun
1
a person who has committed a crime.
these men are dangerous criminals
Adjective
1
relating to crime.
they are charged with conspiracy to commit criminal damage
crisis
Noun
1
a time of intense difficulty, trouble, or danger.
the current economic crisis
criterion
Noun
1
a principle or standard by which something may be judged or decided.
the launch came too close to violating safety criteria
critic
Noun
1
a person who expresses an unfavorable opinion of something.
critics say many schools are not prepared to handle the influx of foreign students
2
a person who judges the merits of literary, artistic, or musical works, especially one who does so professionally.
a film critic
Critical
Adjective
1
expressing adverse or disapproving comments or judgments.
he was critical of many U.S. welfare programs
2
expressing or involving an analysis of the merits and faults of a work of literature, music, or art.
she never won the critical acclaim she sought
3
(of a situation or problem) having the potential to become disastrous; at a point of crisis.
the flood waters had not receded, and the situation was still critical
criticism
Noun
1
the expression of disapproval of someone or something based on perceived faults or mistakes.
he received a lot of criticism
2
the analysis and judgment of the merits and faults of a literary or artistic work.
alternative methods of criticism supported by well-developed literary theories
criticize
Verb
1
indicate the faults of (someone or something) in a disapproving way.
technicians were criticized for defective workmanship
2
form and express a sophisticated judgment of (a literary or artistic work).
a literary text may be criticized on two grounds: the semantic and the expressive
crop
Noun
1
a cultivated plant that is grown as food, especially a grain, fruit, or vegetable.
the main crops were oats and barley
2
a group or amount of related people or things appearing or occurring at one time.
the current crop of politicians
Verb
1
cut (something, especially a person’s hair) very short.
she cropped her long golden hair
2
(of an animal) bite off and eat the tops of (plants).
the horse was gratefully cropping the grass
3
harvest (plants or their produce) from a particular area.
hay would have been cropped several times through the summer
cross
Noun
1
a mark, object, or figure formed by two short intersecting lines or pieces (+ or ×).
cut a cross in the bark with a sharp knife
3
an animal or plant resulting from crossbreeding; a hybrid.
a Devon and Holstein cross
Verb
1
go or extend across or to the other side of (a path, road, stretch of water, or area).
he has crossed the Atlantic twice
2
pass in an opposite or different direction; intersect.
the two lines cross at 90°
3
draw a line or lines across; mark with a cross.
cross the t’s
6
cause (an animal of one species, breed, or variety) to interbreed with one of another species, breed, or variety.
many animals of the breed were crossed with the closely related Guernsey
7
oppose or stand in the way of (someone).
no one dared cross him
Combining form
1
denoting movement or position across something.
cross-channel
crowd
Noun
1
a large number of people gathered together in a disorganized or unruly way.
a huge crowd gathered in the street outside
Verb
1
(of a number of people) fill (a space) almost completely, leaving little or no room for movement.
the dance floor was crowded with revelers
2
move too close to (someone).
don’t crowd her, she needs air
3
exclude someone or something by taking their place.
grass invading the canyon has crowded out native plants
crowded
Adjective
1
(of a space) full of people, leaving little or no room for movement; packed.
a very crowded room
crucial
Adjective
1
decisive or critical, especially in the success or failure of something.
negotiations were at a crucial stage
cruel
Adjective
1
willfully causing pain or suffering to others, or feeling no concern about it.
people who are cruel to animals
cupboard
Noun
1
a cabinet or small recess with a door and typically shelves, used for storage.
a kitchen cupboard
curly
Adjective
1
made, growing, or arranged in curls or curves.
my hair is just naturally thick and curly
currently
Adverb
1
at the present time.
the price is currently at a premium
current
Adjective
1
belonging to the present time; happening or being used or done now.
keep abreast of current events
Noun
1
a body of water or air moving in a definite direction, especially through a surrounding body of water or air in which there is less movement.
ocean currents
curtain
Noun
1
a piece of material suspended at the top to form a covering or screen, typically one of a pair at a window.
she drew the curtains and lit the fire
Verb
1
provide with a curtain or curtains.
is it OK if we only curtain the lower windows?
curve
Noun
1
a line or outline which gradually deviates from being straight for some or all of its length.
the parapet wall sweeps down in a bold curve
Verb
1
form or cause to form a curve.
her mouth curved in a smile
curved
Adjective
1
having the form of a curve; bent.
birds with long curved bills
custom
Noun
1
a traditional and widely accepted way of behaving or doing something that is specific to a particular society, place, or time.
the old English custom of dancing around the maypole
cycle
Noun
1
a series of events that are regularly repeated in the same order.
the boom and slump periods of a trade cycle
2
a complete set or series.
the painting is one of a cycle of seven
3
a bicycle or tricycle.
for the energetic, cycles may be hired
Verb
1
ride a bicycle.
she cycled to work every day
2
move in or follow a regularly repeated sequence of events.
economies cycle regularly between boom and slump
daily
Adverb
1
every day.
the museum is open daily
Adjective
1
done, produced, or occurring every day or every weekday.
a daily newspaper
danger
Noun
1
the possibility of suffering harm or injury.
his life was in danger
dangerous
Adjective
1
able or likely to cause harm or injury.
a dangerous animal
dark
Adjective
1
with little or no light.
it’s too dark to see much
2
(of a color or object) not reflecting much light; approaching black in shade.
dark green
Noun
1
the absence of light in a place.
Carolyn was sitting in the dark
date
Noun
1
the day of the month or year as specified by a number.
what’s the date today?
2
a social or romantic appointment or engagement.
a college student on a date with someone he met in class
Verb
1
establish or ascertain the date of (an object or event).
they date the paintings to 1460–70
2
indicate or expose as being old-fashioned.
disco—that word alone dates me
3
go out with (someone in whom one is romantically or sexually interested).
a few years ago, I dated the ex of a friend
Adjective
1
no longer alive.
a dead body
2
(of a place or time) characterized by a lack of activity or excitement.
Brussels isn’t dead after dark, if you know where to look
Adverb
1
absolutely; completely.
you’re dead right
deal
Verb
2
take part in commercial trading of a particular commodity.
directors were prohibited from dealing in the company’s shares
Noun
1
an agreement entered into by two or more parties for their mutual benefit, especially in a business or political context.
the band signed a major recording deal
3
a significant but unspecified amount of something.
he lost a great deal of blood
debate
Noun
1
a formal discussion on a particular topic in a public meeting or legislative assembly, in which opposing arguments are put forward.
last night’s debate on the Education Bill
Verb
1
argue about (a subject), especially in a formal manner.
the board debated his proposal
decent
Adjective
1
conforming with generally accepted standards of respectable or moral behavior.
the good name of such a decent and innocent person
2
of an acceptable standard; satisfactory.
people need decent homes
decision
Noun
1
a conclusion or resolution reached after consideration.
I’ll make the decision on my own
declare
Verb
1
say something in a solemn and emphatic manner.
“I was under too much pressure,” he declared
2
acknowledge possession of (taxable income or dutiable goods).
if you have something to declare customs officers will tell you the duty payable
3
announce that one holds (certain combinations of cards) in a card game.
decline
Verb
1
(typically of something regarded as good) become smaller, fewer, or less; decrease.
the birth rate continued to decline
2
politely refuse (an invitation or offer).
Caroline declined the coffee
Noun
1
a gradual and continuous loss of strength, numbers, quality, or value.
a serious decline in bird numbers
decorate
Verb
1
make (something) look more attractive by adding extra items or images to it.
the town was decorated with Christmas lights
2
confer an award or medal on (a member of the armed forces).
he was decorated for outstanding bravery
