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 4000 CAE Vocabulary List
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Preparing vocabulary for the CAE (C1, Cambridge Advanced) test is a smart move! Since vocabulary plays a huge role in all parts of the exam (Reading, Use of English, Writing, Listening, and Speaking), here’s a focused vocabulary to help you build and remember the right words effectively.

In addition to the vocabulary, we also provide online tools and exercises to support your studies, along with helpful tips and printable materials.

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Words of Group 1: (Part of words, select list to view all.)
abandon
abdomen
abduct
abduction
abide
abject
abnormal
abolition
abracadabra
abrasive
absent
absenteeism
absolute
absolution
absolve
absorb
abstinence
abstract
absurd
abundance
abundantly
abuse
abusive
abyss
academic
accelerate
acceleration
access
accessible
accessory
accident
accidental
accidentally
accommodate
accommodating
accomplice
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acknowledge   Pronounce
v. declare to be true or admit; express obligation, thanks
Although I acknowledge that the Beatles' tunes sound pretty dated today, I still prefer them to my brothers' songs.
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acne   Pronounce
n. skin condition, usually of the face that is common in adolescents, characterized by red pimples, caused by inflammation
General Hospital said The root cause of acne is a lipid-rich gland, the sebaceous gland, which sits a few millimeters below the skin's surface.
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acquaintance   Pronounce
n. personal knowledge or information about someone or something
He also reconnected with Doris Schmitz, an acquaintance from the University of Frankfurt.
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acquittal   Pronounce
n. state of being found or proved not guilty; judgment of not guilty
His acquittal by the jury surprised those who had thought him guilty.
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actively   Pronounce
ad. energetically; vigorously; voluntarily, not passively
The beloved star - who worked actively from the 1960s up until an illness late last year - passed away Thursday morning.
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adage   Pronounce
n. wise saying; brief familiar proverb;  expression of popular wisdom
After reflecting on how I felt a year ago during the election itself and how I feel now, I do have to say that the adage is true: governing is harder than campaigning.
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absolution  Speak
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impending; of the relatively near future; coming closer to another
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worship with profound reverence; pay divine honors to; regard with the utmost esteem and affection
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act of absolving or the state of being absolved; formal remission of sin imparted by a priest
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state of growing up from childhood to manhood or womanhood; transitional period between youth and maturity
administration  Speak
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management; supervision; people who are in charge of management; the activity of government for powers and duties
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speak, plead, or argue in favor of; plead for; push for something
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something with delicious flavor or fragrance; fruit dessert made of oranges and bananas with shredded coconut
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a group of parts that work together to perform a given function; appliance, or device for a particular purpose
admiration  Speak
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favorable judgment; feeling of pleasure, wonder, and approval
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mixed emotion of reverence, respect, dread, and wonder; fear, as of something evil
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of or relating to a chemical substance that kills microorganisms and cures infections
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large weapons, such as cannon and missile launchers operated by crews; army branch in use of large weapons
adverse  Speak
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causing or fitted to cause dismay or horror; frightful
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in opposing direction; harmful or unfavorable; acting or serving to oppose
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impending; of the relatively near future; coming closer to another
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state of growing up from childhood to manhood or womanhood; transitional period between youth and maturity
aloft  Speak
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group of closely located islands
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firm dislike; turning away; avoidance of a thing, situation, or behavior because of dislike
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in or into a high place; high or higher up
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a substance that causes loss of sensation; producing temporary loss or impairment of feeling
altar  Speak
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give help or support to, especially as a subordinate
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of or relating to a chemical substance that kills microorganisms and cures infections
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distinct feature or element in a problem
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raised structure on which sacrifices are offered or incense burned to a deity
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n. the compulsive physiological and psychological need for a substance; being abnormally dependent on something


Spelling Word: addiction
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v. stick fast; stick to firmly; be compatible or in accordance with


Spelling Word: adhere
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a. irritating; annoying; making worse or more heinous


Spelling Word: aggravating
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n. one that engages in aggression; a person who first attacks


Spelling Word: aggressor
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a. impermeable to air or other gases; having no weak points; sound


Spelling Word: airtight
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a. apart; remote in manner; distant physically or emotionally; reserved and remote


Spelling Word: aloof
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