Exam: Cambridge English: B2 First (FCE)

Definition: Smaller or weaker than others; not strong or powerful.

Example: The punier dog was often overshadowed by its larger companions.

Definition: Describing someone or something that has received a penalty or consequence for a wrongdoing or misbehavior.

Example: The punished student learned a valuable lesson about honesty.

Definition: To make someone suffer for something wrong they have done, often by imposing a penalty or consequence.

Example: The teacher punished the student for being late to class.

Definition: A person who places bets, often in gambling or sports, or a customer at a pub or similar establishment.

Example: The punter placed a bet on the horse race, hoping for a big win.

Definition: Made clean and free from impurities or contaminants.

Example: The purified water is safe to drink.

Definition: To make something clean or free from impurities.

Example: The water was purified before it was bottled for sale.

Definition: To become clean or free from impurities.

Example: The water will purify as it passes through the filter.

Definition: To make something clean and free from unwanted substances or impurities.

Example: The scientist worked to purify the water before testing it.

Definition: Someone who is overly aggressive or forceful in trying to get what they want, often making others uncomfortable.

Example: The salesperson was so pushy that I decided to leave the store without buying anything.

Definition: A small raised bump on the skin that is filled with pus, often caused by infection or irritation.

Example: The doctor examined the pustule on my arm to determine the cause of the infection.

Definition: Something that is hard to understand or explain, often causing confusion or curiosity.

Example: The magician's trick was so puzzling that the audience couldn't figure out how it was done.

Definition: A situation or problem that is difficult to understand or solve.

Example: The puzzle was so puzzling that it took me hours to figure it out.

Definition: To confuse or make someone unable to understand something.

Example: The riddle was so puzzling that no one could solve it.

Definition: Having the shape of a pyramid, which is a solid object with a polygonal base and triangular sides that meet at a point.

Example: The architect designed a pyramidal structure for the new museum.

Definition: Not a valid English word.

Example: Not available.

Definition: Having a shape with four sides and four angles, like a square or rectangle.

Example: The park is designed in a quadrangular shape, making it easy to navigate.