B2–C1 Vocabulary in Context: Ideas, Fashion & Shopping

Vocabulary study set containing the 37 B2–C1 terms and definitions covering actions, descriptive words, nouns and ideas, clothing, fashion, and shopping concepts.

imitate

To copy someone's speech or behaviour, or to copy something as a model.

sensationalise

To present information so that it seems as shocking or exciting as possible.

impose

To officially force a rule, tax or punishment to be obeyed or received.

endure

To suffer something difficult, unpleasant or painful.

iconic

Very famous or popular.

charismatic

Having great charm or appeal.

crucial

Extremely important or necessary.

startling

Very surprising, shocking or frightening.

blazing

Very bright and hot; powerful.

awe-inspiring

Causing great respect or admiration.

excessive

More than is usual or necessary.

crutches

A support stick for walking with an injured leg.

trait

A quality, good or bad, in someone's character.

canvas

Strong, rough cloth made from cotton or other fibres.

legacy

Money or property you receive after someone dies.

premise

The idea on which a statement or action is based.

bid

To offer money for something for sale, competing with others.

buckle

A metal or plastic fastener for a belt, shoe or bag.

collar

The part of a shirt or coat that goes around the neck.

cuff

The band at the bottom of a sleeve, around the wrist.

hood

The part of a coat you pull up to cover your head.

lining

A layer of material on the inside of a piece of clothing.

ribbon

A narrow piece of material used for decoration or to tie things.

zip

A metal or plastic fastener used on trousers, skirts or dresses.

sole

The part of a shoe on which the bottom of your foot rests.

catwalk

The platform models walk along in a fashion show.

checked

A pattern of squares formed by crossing coloured lines.

plain

Not decorated in any way; with nothing added.

ragged

Torn and not in good condition.

floaty

Hanging loosely or freely at full length.

browse

To look at a lot of things in a shop.

purchase

To buy something; also the thing you have bought.

tag

A label attached to something to give information.

refund

Money given back, especially for a damaged or unwanted product.

credit card

A card used to borrow money from the bank to pay for purchases.

debit card

A card that spends your own money directly from your bank account.

loyalty card

A store card that gives points or rewards each time you shop.