FCE test1 Flashcards
elevate (v)
o move someone or something to a more important level or rank, or make them better than before SYN raise
Language has elevated humans above the other animals.
engage (v)
to be doing or to become involved in an activity
to attract and keep someone’s interest
thrill (n)
excitement
remote (adj)
far from towns or other places where people live SYN isolated
stalking
he crime of following and watching someone over a period of time in a way that is very annoying or threatening
astonished (adj)
very surprised about something SYN amazed
We were astonished to find the temple still in its original condition
stare at (v) staring
to look at something or someone for a long time without moving your eyes, for example, because you are surprised, angry, or bored