Exam: Cambridge English: B2 First (FCE)

Definition: A person who participates in a test or experiment, often to evaluate a new drug or treatment.

Example: The trialist was selected to participate in the clinical study for the new medication.

Definition: Something that is made or designed to perform tricks or is capable of doing tricks.

Example: The magician used trick cards to perform his amazing illusions.

Definition: A clever or skillful act that is often done to entertain or deceive; it can also refer to a prank or a special skill in a particular area.

Example: The magician performed an amazing trick that left the audience in awe.

Definition: To deceive someone by making them believe something that is not true.

Example: He tried to trick his friends into thinking he had won the lottery.

Definition: A chemical compound used as an antibacterial and antifungal agent, often found in personal care products like soaps and deodorants.

Example: Triclosan is commonly added to hand soaps to help reduce bacteria.

Definition: Relating to or having three dimensions, which means it has length, width, and height.

Example: The artist created a tridimensional sculpture that could be viewed from all angles.

Definition: Having a neat, smart, and stylish appearance; looking well-groomed and tidy.

Example: She wore a trig outfit that made her look very fashionable.

Definition: A term that can refer to a wedge or braking device, or it can also mean trigonometry, which is the branch of mathematics dealing with the relationships between the angles and sides of triangles.

Example: In physics, a trig is often used to help stop a vehicle safely.

Definition: To make something neat or tidy, especially in appearance or dress.

Example: She decided to trig her outfit before the party to look her best.

Definition: A part of mathematics that focuses on the relationships between the angles and sides of triangles, including calculations involving trigonometric functions.

Example: In high school, I learned about trigonometry and how to calculate the angles of triangles.

Definition: A set of three letters that appear together in a word, often representing a single sound or combination of sounds.

Example: In the word 'through', the letters 'ough' form a trigraph.

Definition: Able to speak or use three different languages fluently.

Example: She is trilingual, speaking English, Spanish, and French.

Definition: A person who can speak three different languages fluently.

Example: She is a trilingual, able to communicate in English, Spanish, and French.

Definition: To make a series of quick, high-pitched sounds, often like a musical note or a bird's call.

Example: The bird began to trill happily in the morning sun.

Definition: A quick, shaking sound made by birds or a rapid vibration in speech, often produced by the tongue. It can also refer to a musical effect where two notes are played in quick succession.

Example: The bird's trill filled the air with a cheerful melody.

Definition: To produce a series of rapid, vibrating sounds, often used in music or speech.

Example: The musician can trill the notes beautifully on the flute.

Definition: Having a neat and simple appearance or being in good physical condition.

Example: She has a trim figure from regular exercise and healthy eating.

Definition: To maintain balance or stability, especially in a nautical context, or to prepare sails for sailing.

Example: The boat will trim to ensure it sails smoothly across the water.

Definition: A small cut or adjustment made to something to make it neat or tidy, often referring to hair or edges. It can also mean decorative material added to clothing or other items.

Example: I went to the salon to get a trim before the wedding.