Exam: Cambridge English: B1 Preliminary (PET)

Definition: Not active or not engaged in any work; doing nothing or being lazy.

Example: He spent the afternoon in idle relaxation, doing nothing productive.

Definition: To spend time doing nothing or being inactive, often without a specific purpose.

Example: On weekends, I like to idle away my time by reading books.

Definition: A state where an engine runs without moving the vehicle, often used to keep it ready for action without actually driving.

Example: The car was left running at idle while we waited for our friend to arrive.

Definition: To make something inactive or to cause it to run without doing any work, like a machine that is on but not in use.

Example: He decided to idle the engine while waiting for his friend.

Definition: Not healthy or sick; feeling unwell or having a negative condition.

Example: She felt ill after eating the spoiled food.

Definition: In a way that shows sickness or poor health; not in a good condition.

Example: He was feeling ill after eating too much candy.

Definition: A problem or difficulty that causes suffering or trouble, often related to social issues or personal distress.

Example: The community is working together to solve the social ills affecting their neighborhood.

Definition: Something that has been made better or enhanced.

Example: The new software version has improved features that make it easier to use.

Definition: To make something better or to become better.

Example: She improved her grades by studying harder.

Definition: Not active or not participating in any activity; showing little or no movement or action.

Example: After a long day at work, I prefer to have an inactive evening at home.

Definition: Describing something that is part of a whole or contained within something else.

Example: The price of the meal included a drink and dessert.

Definition: Not right or accurate; containing mistakes or errors.

Example: The answer you gave on the test was incorrect.

Definition: In a way that does not cost a lot of money; cheaply.

Example: She bought the dress inexpensively at the clearance sale.

Definition: Relating to very young children or babies, often used to describe things designed for them.

Example: The infant toys are colorful and safe for babies to play with.

Definition: A very young child, especially one who is not yet able to walk or talk.

Example: The infant slept peacefully in the crib.

Definition: A person who owns or runs a place that provides lodging and meals for travelers.

Example: The innkeeper welcomed the guests with a warm smile and a hearty meal.

Definition: Referring to the inner part or area of something, rather than the outside.

Example: The inside of the box was filled with old toys.

Definition: In or into the area that is within something; not on the outside.

Example: The cat is hiding inside the box.

Definition: The inner part or area of something, often referring to the space within an object or the internal aspects of a situation.

Example: The inside of the box was filled with old toys.

Definition: In or into the area that is within something, such as a building or container.

Example: She found her keys inside the bag.