Exam: Cambridge English: B2 First (FCE)

Definition: A thing that helps to reduce or prevent the effects of something, such as a device that temporarily stores data or a substance that stabilizes acidity in a solution.

Example: The computer uses a buffer to store data before processing it.

Definition: To protect or lessen the impact of something by acting as a barrier or intermediary.

Example: The software can buffer data to improve performance during downloads.

Definition: To grow or increase in size, strength, or intensity; to develop gradually over time.

Example: The excitement was building as the concert approached.

Definition: The physical structure or shape of a person or thing, often referring to their physique or form.

Example: He has an athletic build that helps him excel in sports.

Definition: To create or construct something by putting together materials or parts, often following a plan.

Example: They plan to build a new school in the neighborhood.

Definition: Relating to or suffering from a serious eating disorder characterized by binge eating followed by purging.

Example: She has been bulimic for several years, struggling with her eating habits.

Definition: A person who has a serious eating disorder characterized by binge eating followed by purging or other methods to prevent weight gain.

Example: She has been bulimic for several years and is seeking help to recover.

Definition: Describing a list or text that is marked with bullet points to separate items or ideas.

Example: The presentation included a bulleted list of key points to make it easier to follow.

Definition: A short report or announcement that provides information about a specific topic, often related to news or events.

Example: The school sent out a bulletin to inform parents about the upcoming parent-teacher meetings.

Definition: To announce or share information officially, often through a written notice.

Example: The school will bulletin the new schedule next week.

Definition: Having a positive or optimistic attitude, especially about the stock market or future events.

Example: Investors are feeling bullish about the company's future after the recent product launch.

Definition: A mistake or error that happens because someone is clumsy or awkward.

Example: His bumbling led to several mistakes during the presentation.

Definition: To move or act in a clumsy or awkward way, often making mistakes or causing confusion.

Example: He was bumbling around the kitchen, trying to find the right ingredients for dinner.

Definition: In a clumsy or awkward way, often resulting in mistakes or confusion.

Example: He bumblingly tried to explain the instructions but ended up confusing everyone.

Definition: To do something in a clumsy or careless way, resulting in mistakes or failures.

Example: He bungled the presentation by forgetting important details.

Definition: A mistake or failure that happens because of clumsiness or incompetence.

Example: The project was a complete bungle due to poor planning.

Definition: To do something in a clumsy or careless way, resulting in mistakes or failures.

Example: He bungled the presentation by forgetting important details.

Definition: The ability of an object to float in a liquid or rise in a gas due to an upward force from the fluid.

Example: The buoyancy of the boat allowed it to stay afloat even in rough waters.