Exam: Cambridge English: B1 Preliminary (PET)

Definition: This word describes something that takes more time to move or happen compared to something else.

Example: The turtle is slower than the rabbit in the race.

Definition: The least fast; moving or happening at a low speed.

Example: The tortoise is the slowest animal in the race.

Definition: In a way that is not fast; at a low speed.

Example: She walked slowly to enjoy the scenery.

Definition: Describing someone or something that is in a state of sleep or rest, often used to indicate a peaceful or quiet condition.

Example: The slumbering baby looked so peaceful in her crib.

Definition: To be in a state of sleep or rest, often lightly or peacefully.

Example: The baby was slumbering peacefully in her crib.

Definition: Not large in size or amount; little in dimensions or quantity.

Example: The small dog barked loudly at the passing cars.

Definition: In a way that is not large; in a limited size or amount.

Example: She spoke small so that only her friend could hear her.

Definition: A term used to describe something that is less in size or amount compared to others.

Example: She bought a small for her new dress.

Definition: Having a size that is less than normal or less than something else.

Example: The cat is smaller than the dog.

Definition: The least in size or amount; the tiniest or least significant.

Example: The smallest dog in the park was very friendly.

Definition: To perceive or detect an odor or scent through the nose.

Example: I can smell the flowers blooming in the garden.

Definition: A quality that can be detected by the nose, often related to a specific odor or scent.

Example: The smell of fresh bread filled the kitchen.

Definition: To detect or recognize a scent using the nose.

Example: She can smell the flowers from a distance.

Definition: A word used to describe someone or something that has a smile or appears happy and friendly.

Example: The smiling child waved at everyone passing by.

Definition: The action of making a happy or friendly expression by turning up the corners of the mouth.

Example: Her smiling made everyone feel welcome at the party.

Definition: To make a facial expression that shows happiness or pleasure, typically by turning up the corners of the mouth.

Example: She was smiling when she saw her friend.

Definition: Having a surface that is even and free from bumps or roughness; also describes something that feels soft and pleasant to touch.

Example: The table had a smooth finish that made it easy to clean.

Definition: To become even and free from bumps or roughness.

Example: The surface will smooth out after a few minutes of polishing.

Definition: A surface that is even and without bumps or roughness.

Example: The table has a smooth finish that makes it easy to clean.

Definition: To make a surface even or free from bumps and wrinkles, or to make something less harsh or more pleasant.

Example: She used a roller to smooth the paint on the wall.