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Exam: Cambridge English: B2 First (FCE)

beaker

IPA: /ˈbiːkər/

KK: /ˈbiːkər/

noun

Definition: A wide glass container used in laboratories for mixing and holding liquids, often with a spout for pouring.

Example: The scientist poured the solution into the beaker for the experiment.

bearable

IPA: /ˈbɛrəbl/

KK: /ˈbɛrəbəl/

adjective

Definition: Something that is able to be tolerated or endured without too much difficulty.

Example: The heat was intense, but it was still bearable for a short time.

bearer

IPA: /ˈbɛrər/

KK: /ˈbɛrər/

noun

Definition: A person or thing that carries or supports something, or someone who holds a document or note for payment.

Example: The bearer of the ticket was allowed to enter the concert.

bearish

IPA: /ˈbɛrɪʃ/

KK: /ˈbɛrɪʃ/

adjective

Definition: Describing a situation where prices, especially in the stock market, are expected to fall or are currently falling.

Example: Investors are feeling bearish about the market due to recent economic news.

beat

IPA: /biːt/

KK: /bit/

adjective

Definition: Feeling very tired or worn out, often due to hard work or stress.

Example: After running the marathon, I felt completely beat and needed to rest.

noun

Definition: A rhythmic unit or pulse in music or poetry, often associated with a stroke or blow that creates sound or serves as a signal.

Example: The drummer kept a steady beat throughout the song.

transitive verb

Definition: To defeat someone in a game or competition, to arrive before someone else, or to make a rhythm with sound.

Example: She managed to beat her opponent in the final match.

beautification

IPA: /ˌbjuːtəfɪˈkeɪʃən/

KK: /bjuːtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of making something more attractive or beautiful.

Example: The beautification of the park included new flowers and benches.

beautified

IPA: /ˈbjuːtəˌfaɪd/

KK: /ˈbjuːtəˌfaɪd/

adjective

Definition: Made to look more attractive or pleasing in appearance.

Example: The garden was beautified with colorful flowers and decorative lights.

verb

Definition: To make something more attractive or pleasing in appearance.

Example: The artist beautified the park with colorful flowers and sculptures.

beautiful

IPA: /ˈbjuːtɪfəl/

KK: /ˈbjuːtɪfəl/

adjective

Definition: Something that is very pleasing to look at or experience, often because it is attractive or has a pleasing quality.

Example: The garden was filled with beautiful flowers in full bloom.

beautify

IPA: /ˈbjuːtəfaɪ/

KK: /ˈbjuːtəˌfaɪ/

transitive verb

Definition: To make something more attractive or pleasing in appearance.

Example: She decided to beautify her garden with colorful flowers.

become

IPA: /bɪˈkʌm/

KK: /bɪˈkʌm/

intransitive verb

Definition: To change into a different state or condition; to start to be something.

Example: She wants to become a doctor when she grows up.

transitive verb

Definition: To be suitable or appropriate for someone or something; to look good on someone.

Example: That dress really becomes you; it highlights your figure beautifully.

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