Exam: Cambridge English: B2 First (FCE)

Definition: To express unhappiness or dissatisfaction about something.

Example: She often complains about the noise in the city.

Definition: A statement or expression of dissatisfaction or unhappiness about something.

Example: She filed a complaint about the poor service at the restaurant.

Definition: A word or part that completes something else, making it whole or perfect. It can also refer to two things that work well together or enhance each other.

Example: In art, complementary colors are used to create contrast and balance in a painting.

Definition: To complete or enhance something by adding to it, making it better or more complete.

Example: The bright colors of the flowers complement the neutral tones of the room.

Definition: Describing something that completes or goes well with something else, often enhancing or improving it.

Example: The complementary colors of blue and orange create a vibrant contrast in the painting.

Definition: Having all necessary parts or elements; entire or finished.

Example: The project was finally complete after months of hard work.

Definition: To finish something or make it whole by adding what is needed.

Example: She worked hard to complete her project before the deadline.

Definition: The act of finishing something or bringing it to an end.

Example: The completion of the project was celebrated by the entire team.

Definition: Made up of many different parts that are connected or related to each other, making it difficult to understand or analyze.

Example: The project was complex, requiring input from multiple teams and experts.

Definition: A group of related parts that are connected in some way, often forming a larger whole.

Example: The new housing complex has many amenities for residents.

Definition: To make something more complicated or difficult to understand.

Example: The new regulations will complex the process of applying for permits.

Definition: To make something more difficult or complex than it needs to be.

Example: The new rules will complicate the process of applying for a permit.

Definition: To make something more difficult to understand or deal with by adding more parts or details.

Example: The new rules will complicate the process of applying for a loan.

Definition: Something that has many parts that are connected in a way that makes it hard to understand or deal with.

Example: The instructions for assembling the furniture were so complicated that I needed help.

Definition: A kind or polite remark that shows admiration or praise for someone or something.

Example: She received a compliment on her beautiful dress at the party.

Definition: To express praise or admiration for someone or something.

Example: She complimented him on his excellent presentation.