Exam: Cambridge English: B2 First (FCE)

Definition: Relating to or made of high-quality silver, or describing something that is excellent or of great value.

Example: She received a sterling silver necklace for her birthday.

Definition: A type of high-quality silver that is used to make items like jewelry and tableware, or it can refer to British currency, especially the pound.

Example: She bought a beautiful necklace made of sterling silver.

Definition: Strict and serious in attitude or appearance; not allowing any leniency or softness.

Example: The teacher had a stern look on her face when the students misbehaved.

Definition: The back part of a ship or boat.

Example: The captain stood at the stern, looking out over the water.

Definition: In a serious and strict way, often to show disapproval or to enforce rules.

Example: The teacher spoke sternly to the students who were misbehaving.

Definition: A medical tool used by doctors to listen to sounds made by the heart, lungs, and other parts of the body.

Example: The doctor used a stethoscope to check the patient's heartbeat.

Definition: Describing a baby that is born dead or something that fails to develop or succeed from the very beginning.

Example: The couple was heartbroken when they learned their baby was stillborn.

Definition: To cause a reaction or increase activity in something, often by providing encouragement or excitement.

Example: The new policy is designed to stimulate economic growth.

Definition: To encourage or cause something to become active or to increase in activity.

Example: The teacher used games to stimulate the students' interest in learning.

Definition: Causing excitement or interest; making someone feel eager to learn or do something.

Example: The lecture was very stimulating and kept everyone engaged.

Definition: To encourage or excite interest or activity in something.

Example: The teacher's engaging methods are stimulating for the students.

Definition: A regular payment made to someone, often for work or to help with expenses.

Example: The university provides a stipend to graduate students to support their research.

Definition: A technique in art where small dots or short strokes are used to create images or effects, often to show light and shadow.

Example: The artist used stipple to add texture to the painting.

Definition: To apply a substance like paint in small dots or short strokes to create a pattern or texture.

Example: The artist decided to stipple the background of the painting to give it more depth.

Definition: Relating to a small opening or pore, especially in plants, that allows for gas exchange.

Example: The stomatal openings on the leaves help the plant take in carbon dioxide and release oxygen.