Exam: Cambridge English: B2 First (FCE)

Definition: Something that can be used up or consumed, often referring to products or resources that are intended to be used and then replaced.

Example: The office supplies include many consumable items like paper and ink.

Definition: An item that can be used up or consumed, such as food, fuel, or other supplies.

Example: The office ordered more consumables to ensure everyone had enough supplies for the project.

Definition: To use up or use completely, often referring to resources or goods.

Example: The fire consumed the entire building in just a few hours.

Definition: To use up or take in something, especially food or resources, until it is gone.

Example: Many people consume too much sugar in their diets.

Definition: Having been used up or depleted, often referring to resources or energy.

Example: After the long hike, I felt completely consumed and needed to rest.

Definition: To have eaten or used up something completely.

Example: The food was quickly consumed by the hungry guests.

Definition: In a way that can spread from one person or thing to another, often used in the context of diseases or emotions.

Example: The laughter spread contagiously through the room, making everyone smile.

Definition: To have something inside or as part of something else; to hold or include.

Example: The box can contain all of your books and toys.

Definition: An object used to hold or carry things, such as a box, jar, or can.

Example: She put the cookies in a container to keep them fresh.

Definition: Relating to the present time or recent times; modern and current.

Example: The gallery features contemporary art from various artists around the world.

Definition: A person who lives at the same time as another person or is from the same period in history.

Example: Many artists today are influenced by the work of their contemporaries.

Definition: Feeling satisfied and happy with what you have, without wanting more.

Example: She felt content after finishing her work for the day.

Definition: The things that are held or included in something, such as the items in a container or the topics in a book or document.

Example: The contents of the box were surprising and included old photographs and letters.

Definition: To make someone feel satisfied or happy with what they have.

Example: She contented herself with a simple meal instead of a fancy dinner.

Definition: To compete or struggle against others in a challenge or competition.

Example: Many athletes contest for the gold medal in the Olympics.

Definition: A competition where people or groups try to win by performing tasks or skills, often judged by others.

Example: She entered the singing contest to showcase her talent.

Definition: To challenge or dispute something, often in a formal way, such as a decision or a claim.

Example: She decided to contest the election results because she believed there were irregularities.

Definition: The state of being self-restrained or having control over one's desires and impulses.

Example: Practicing continence can lead to a healthier lifestyle.

Definition: A large continuous area of land on the Earth, typically recognized as one of the main divisions such as Africa, Asia, or Europe.

Example: Africa is the second largest continent in the world.