Exam: Cambridge English: B1 Preliminary (PET)

Definition: In a way that is very bad or unpleasant; to a great extent.

Example: She was terribly upset about the news.

Definition: Something that is extremely good or impressive; it can also mean something that causes fear or is very bad in certain contexts.

Example: The concert was absolutely terrific, and everyone enjoyed it.

Definition: Relating to or characteristic of a book used for study, often providing a standard example or model.

Example: The teacher provided a textbook example to illustrate the concept clearly.

Definition: A book that is used in schools or colleges to teach a specific subject.

Example: I bought a new textbook for my math class.

Definition: To express appreciation or gratitude to someone for something they have done.

Example: I want to thank you for helping me with my project.

Definition: Having a greater width or density than something else; not thin.

Example: The book was thicker than I expected, making it harder to carry.

Definition: Having little thickness or width; slender or narrow in shape.

Example: She wore a thin sweater on the chilly day.

Definition: In a way that has little thickness or density; not thick.

Example: She sliced the vegetables thin for the salad.

Definition: To make something less thick or less dense.

Example: She decided to thin the paint with some water before using it.

Definition: To feel a strong need or desire to drink something.

Example: After running for an hour, I began to thirst for water.

Definition: A feeling of needing to drink because your mouth and throat are dry.

Example: After running for an hour, I felt a strong thirst and needed to drink water.

Definition: Feeling a strong need to drink water or another liquid.

Example: After running in the hot sun, I felt very thirsty.

Definition: Feeling very excited and happy about something.

Example: She was thrilled to receive the good news about her promotion.

Definition: To cause someone to feel very excited and happy.

Example: She was thrilled to receive the award for her hard work.

Definition: To send something through the air by using force to propel it from the hand.

Example: He decided to throw the ball to his friend.

Definition: A light blanket or cover, often used for warmth or decoration, or a type of scarf or shawl. In games, it refers to a roll of dice or the result of that roll. In geology, it describes the vertical movement of a fault.

Example: She wrapped herself in a warm throw while reading on the couch.

Definition: To send something through the air by using your arm to push it forward.

Example: He decided to throw the ball to his friend.