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 4000 Eiken Vocabulary List
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Preparing vocabulary for the Eiken Test (Grade Pre-1 and Grade 1) 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.

We organize these 4000 words into 14 groups. Group one is open to all visitors. The rest of the groups are only fully accessible to VIP users.
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Words of Group 1: (Part of words, select list to view all.)
abandon
abbreviate
abbreviation
abnormal
aboard
abort
abortion
abrasive
absence
absent
absentee
absolute
absolutely
absorb
absorption
abstract
absurd
abundant
abuse
academic
academy
accelerate
acceleration
access
accessible
accident
accidental
accidentally
accompaniment
accompany
accomplish
accomplished
accomplishment
account
accountant
accounting
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archaeological   Pronounce
a. related to or dealing with or devoted to archaeology
In recent years one of these caves has drawn attention in archaeological circles.
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architect   Pronounce
n. one who designs and supervises the construction of buildings or other large structures
Simon Conder, a British architect, is responsible for this beautiful conversion of a group of farms.
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architecture   Pronounce
n. art and science of designing and erecting buildings; buildings and other large structures
None of the architecture is historic; most of it is made of concrete blocks.
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arena   Pronounce
n. a playing field where sports events take place; a large structure for open-air sports or entertainments
For your convenience, arena locations have been divided into two categories; East and West.
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aria   Pronounce
n. operatic solo; a solo vocal piece with instrumental accompaniment
Of course, throwing a pop star at an aria is a particularly uninspired solution.
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armor   Pronounce
n. shield; defensive covering, as of metal, wood, or leather, worn to protect the body against weapons
Where we do see cracks in armor is in new-home construction, both in single-family sales and condos.
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abrasive  Speak
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rubbing away; tending to grind down
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make obsolete or old-fashioned
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of bluish-green color; of pale blue to light greenish-blue
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works for an expert to learn a trade; beginner; learner
adversity  Speak
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modification; alteration or adjustment in structure or habits
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state of misfortune, hardship, or affliction; misfortune
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energetically; vigorously; voluntarily, not passively
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study of how objects move through the air or water
afflict  Speak
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cause pain, suffering, or distress
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weapons considered collectively; official symbols of a family
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worship with profound reverence; pay divine honors to; regard with the utmost esteem and affection
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process of absorbing nutrients into the body after digestion; state of mental concentration
alchemy  Speak
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offensive move; expression of strong criticism; hostile comment
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occurring or payable every year
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medieval chemistry; magical or mysterious power or process of transforming
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set out for display or use; place in orderly arrangement
alternate  Speak
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unusual; not typical; not normal
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the practice of cultivating the land or raising stock
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cause pain, suffering, or distress
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occur successively; pass back and forth from one state, action, or place to another
analyze  Speak
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related to school; not practical or directly useful; relating to the scholarly organization; based on formal education
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worship with profound reverence; pay divine honors to; regard with the utmost esteem and affection
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diagnose; study, or examine something in detail to discover more about it
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modification; alteration or adjustment in structure or habits
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a. quickly perceptive; keen; having a sharp point or tip; extremely sharp or severe


Spelling Word: acute
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a. sticky; glutinous; tending to persist


Spelling Word: adhesive
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n. one that argues for a cause; supporter or defender


Spelling Word: advocate
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v. worsen; make worse or more troublesome


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n. a passage from one form or state to another; change


Spelling Word: alteration
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v. occur successively; pass back and forth from one state, action, or place to another


Spelling Word: alternate
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