O Level English Vocabulary Bank — General Words

Comprehensive vocabulary flashcards covering all 80 general categories, high-priority word lists, and key contextual definitions from the O Level English Vocabulary Bank.

Improves (+)

Enhances, ameliorates, elevates, advances, strengthens, reinforces, refines, optimises, upgrades, develops, enriches, boosts, facilitates, promotes, fosters, cultivates, revitalises, transforms, modernises, perfects, polishes, streamlines, augments, bolsters, empowers, uplifts, accelerates, expedites, progresses, flourishes.

Worsens (−)

Deteriorates, exacerbates, aggravates, intensifies, escalates, undermines, weakens, diminishes, degrades, compromises, impairs, hinders, obstructs, hampers, disrupts, destabilises, aggravates, compounds, magnifies, deepens, perpetuates, erodes, deteriorates, regresses, declines, falters, deteriorates, deteriorates further.

Proves

Demonstrates, establishes, substantiates, validates, verifies, confirms, corroborates, authenticates, affirms, attests, evidences, justifies, supports, reinforces, illustrates, exemplifies.

Shows

Reveals, illustrates, highlights, indicates, demonstrates, reflects, portrays, depicts, exhibits, manifests, signifies, conveys, underscores, emphasises, exposes, displays, represents, exemplifies, symbolises, captures.

Says

States, asserts, declares, maintains, argues, claims, remarks, observes, expresses, conveys, contends, insists, acknowledges, emphasises, articulates, advocates, proposes, suggests, explains, alleges.

Makes

Creates, generates, produces, establishes, develops, constructs, forms, fosters, cultivates, establishes, facilitates, renders, shapes, constitutes, induces, prompts, triggers, initiates, stimulates, provokes.

Helps

Assists, facilitates, enables, supports, promotes, encourages, fosters, aids, contributes, benefits, advances, empowers, strengthens, expedites, encourages, nurtures, bolsters, sustains.

Increases

Escalates, surges, intensifies, amplifies, expands, proliferates, accelerates, rises, climbs, grows, swells, multiplies, augments, heightens, accumulates, soars, advances, strengthens.

Decreases

Diminishes, declines, dwindles, reduces, minimises, curtails, alleviates, mitigates, lessens, contracts, subsides, shrinks, wanes, recedes, drops, falls, tapers, moderates, restrains.

Causes

Triggers, induces, generates, produces, prompts, provokes, instigates, precipitates, initiates, fuels, stimulates, engenders, evokes, contributes to, gives rise to, results in.

Solves

Resolves, rectifies, remedies, addresses, tackles, eliminates, eradicates, settles, overcomes, alleviates, mitigates, counteracts, neutralises, redresses, corrects, resolves, reconciles.

Important

Crucial, paramount, pivotal, imperative, indispensable, essential, fundamental, integral, significant, consequential, substantial, vital, critical, prominent, noteworthy, momentous, pressing, principal, cardinal.

Good

Beneficial, advantageous, favourable, commendable, exemplary, exceptional, outstanding, remarkable, effective, efficient, constructive, worthwhile, valuable, promising, admirable, desirable, rewarding, productive, prosperous, optimal.

Bad

Detrimental, adverse, unfavourable, harmful, damaging, destructive, undesirable, counterproductive, deplorable, appalling, abysmal, inadequate, deficient, unsatisfactory, disastrous, catastrophic, problematic, detrimental, detrimental, regrettable.

Big / Large

Substantial, considerable, extensive, immense, enormous, significant, vast, colossal, tremendous, sizeable, expansive, monumental, profound, substantial, formidable, considerable.

Small / Little

Minimal, negligible, marginal, modest, limited, slight, minor, insignificant, trivial, minute, scarce, meagre, restricted, diminutive, inconsequential.

Many / A lot

Numerous, countless, innumerable, abundant, ample, extensive, considerable, substantial, plentiful, widespread, copious, multifarious, a multitude of, a plethora of, a wealth of.

Shows importance / Emphasises

Underscores, highlights, accentuates, stresses, reinforces, foregrounds, prioritises, reiterates, draws attention to, lends weight to, brings into focus, highlights the significance of.

Thinks / Believes

Maintains, contends, argues, asserts, considers, presumes, assumes, reasons, concludes, speculates, infers, recognises, acknowledges, perceives, maintains, advocates, upholds.

Understands

Comprehends, grasps, recognises, appreciates, acknowledges, realises, perceives, discerns, interprets, fathoms, identifies, establishes, assimilates.

Finds / Discovers

Identifies, uncovers, detects, reveals, establishes, determines, ascertains, recognises, locates, observes, exposes, encounters, distinguishes, pinpoints.

Changes

Transforms, modifies, alters, adapts, reshapes, revolutionises, reforms, restructures, revises, converts, evolves, shifts, transitions, remodels, redefines, reconfigures.

Stops / Prevents

Prevents, halts, curbs, restrains, inhibits, obstructs, deters, prohibits, eliminates, averts, forestalls, suppresses, interrupts, terminates, ceases, thwarts.

Starts

Initiates, commences, inaugurates, launches, introduces, instigates, implements, establishes, triggers, embarks, undertakes, originates, commences, sets in motion.

Continues

Persists, endures, sustains, maintains, proceeds, remains, perseveres, prolongs, perpetuates, carries on, withstands, survives, prevails.

Ends

Concludes, terminates, ceases, concludes, culminates, finalises, completes, concludes, discontinues, abolishes, extinguishes, dissolves, resolves, brings to a close.

Uses

Utilises, employs, applies, harnesses, adopts, incorporates, implements, exploits, exercises, operates, deploys, capitalises on, makes use of.

Needs

Requires, necessitates, demands, warrants, calls for, entails, presupposes, depends on, makes essential, renders necessary.

Gets / Obtains

Acquires, secures, attains, achieves, gains, procures, receives, earns, obtains, amasses, gathers, retrieves, accesses.

Gives

Provides, supplies, offers, delivers, grants, allocates, distributes, presents, contributes, furnishes, awards, bestows, imparts, extends.

Looks at

Examines, investigates, analyses, assesses, evaluates, scrutinises, observes, inspects, explores, considers, reviews, surveys, studies, appraises.

Talks About

Discusses, addresses, explores, examines, elaborates on, analyses, considers, investigates, highlights, outlines, explains, articulates, conveys.

Thinks Carefully

Contemplates, deliberates, reflects, considers, evaluates, scrutinises, ponders, assesses, analyses, weighs, examines, reasons.

Tries

Attempts, endeavours, strives, seeks, aspires, undertakes, pursues, ventures, experiments, works towards, makes an effort.

Important Problem

Crucial issue, pressing concern, significant challenge, grave predicament, serious dilemma, major obstacle, formidable challenge, substantial difficulty, urgent matter, critical concern.

Very Bad Situation

Dire circumstances, deplorable conditions, an alarming predicament, a troubling development, a deteriorating situation, an adverse scenario, a grave crisis, an untenable position, a precarious situation.

Very Good Situation

Favourable circumstances, promising developments, a commendable outcome, an encouraging prospect, a beneficial arrangement, a flourishing environment, a positive transformation, a favourable position.

Very Harmful

Detrimental, damaging, destructive, pernicious, injurious, adverse, deleterious, devastating, corrosive, debilitating, toxic, counterproductive.

Very Helpful

Invaluable, instrumental, beneficial, advantageous, constructive, indispensable, supportive, instrumental, facilitative, empowering, transformative.

Very Clear

Evident, apparent, unmistakable, unequivocal, explicit, lucid, transparent, conspicuous, discernible, palpable, self-evident, unambiguous.

Very Common

Prevalent, widespread, pervasive, ubiquitous, commonplace, rampant, universal, customary, frequent, endemic, widespread, persistent.

Very Serious

Grave, critical, severe, pressing, alarming, acute, profound, consequential, urgent, momentous, substantial, formidable.

Very Fast

Rapid, swift, accelerated, expeditious, instantaneous, prompt, brisk, immediate, hasty, precipitous.

Very Slow

Gradual, sluggish, prolonged, lethargic, delayed, stagnant, tardy, drawn-out, unhurried, laboured.

Very Difficult

Arduous, demanding, challenging, strenuous, taxing, formidable, complex, intricate, laborious, onerous, strenuous.

Very Easy

Straightforward, effortless, uncomplicated, manageable, attainable, accessible, undemanding, elementary, feasible, achievable.

Very Surprising

Astonishing, astounding, unprecedented, remarkable, extraordinary, unexpected, startling, staggering, bewildering, phenomenal.

Very Worrying

Alarming, concerning, troubling, disconcerting, unsettling, distressing, disturbing, ominous, disquieting, unnerving.

Very Interesting

Fascinating, intriguing, captivating, compelling, engaging, absorbing, thought-provoking, stimulating, enthralling, riveting.

Very Important Role

Pivotal role, crucial function, indispensable contribution, integral component, fundamental responsibility, central position, instrumental role, defining influence.

Very Bad Effect

Adverse consequences, detrimental impact, damaging repercussions, harmful ramifications, negative implications, destructive outcomes, far-reaching consequences.

Very Good Effect

Beneficial impact, favourable consequences, positive repercussions, constructive outcomes, advantageous implications, transformative effects, far-reaching benefits.

Very Big Difference

Considerable disparity, marked distinction, substantial contrast, pronounced discrepancy, significant divergence, striking difference.

Very Big Improvement

Substantial enhancement, significant advancement, remarkable progress, considerable refinement, notable development, transformative improvement.

Very Big Decline

Sharp deterioration, substantial decrease, significant downturn, marked regression, considerable reduction, pronounced decline.

Very Big Increase

Sharp escalation, substantial surge, considerable expansion, significant rise, marked growth, pronounced increase.

Very Bad Behaviour

Reprehensible conduct, deplorable behaviour, unacceptable actions, irresponsible conduct, unethical practices, objectionable behaviour, blatant misconduct.

Very Good Behaviour

Exemplary conduct, commendable behaviour, admirable actions, responsible conduct, ethical practices, exemplary performance.

Very Unfair

Unjust, inequitable, discriminatory, biased, prejudicial, partial, disproportionate, unjustifiable.

Very Fair

Equitable, impartial, unbiased, just, objective, balanced, reasonable, even-handed.

Very Strong

Robust, formidable, resilient, powerful, potent, compelling, unwavering, steadfast, reinforced, vigorous.

Very Weak

Fragile, feeble, inadequate, vulnerable, ineffective, flimsy, deficient, unconvincing, unstable, tenuous.

Very Useful

Invaluable, indispensable, practical, beneficial, advantageous, instrumental, worthwhile, functional, effective, productive.

Very Useless

Ineffective, futile, impractical, redundant, unproductive, pointless, counterproductive, inadequate, ineffectual.

Very Smart

Intelligent, perceptive, astute, insightful, discerning, ingenious, shrewd, analytical, resourceful, intellectually adept.

Very Stupid

Irrational, imprudent, misguided, illogical, unwise, shortsighted, ill-considered, senseless, unreasonable.

Very Happy

Delighted, elated, overjoyed, exhilarated, ecstatic, jubilant, thrilled, euphoric, content, gratified.

Very Sad

Dejected, disheartened, despondent, sorrowful, melancholy, crestfallen, distressed, disconsolate, forlorn.

Very Angry

Furious, outraged, indignant, incensed, irate, exasperated, livid, enraged, resentful.

Very Confused

Perplexed, bewildered, baffled, disoriented, mystified, confounded, uncertain, bemused.

Very Worried

Anxious, apprehensive, distressed, concerned, uneasy, troubled, perturbed, agitated, fearful.

Very Tired

Exhausted, fatigued, weary, drained, depleted, lethargic, enervated, spent.

Very Brave

Courageous, valiant, audacious, intrepid, dauntless, fearless, resolute, gallant.

Very Afraid

Terrified, apprehensive, fearful, alarmed, petrified, intimidated, anxious, unnerved.

Very Careful

Meticulous, diligent, thorough, conscientious, scrupulous, attentive, vigilant, precise.

Very Careless

Negligent, reckless, irresponsible, thoughtless, inattentive, haphazard, imprudent, heedless.

Very Honest

Truthful, candid, sincere, transparent, forthright, trustworthy, upright, principled, straightforward.

Very Dishonest

Deceitful, fraudulent, duplicitous, dishonest, disingenuous, misleading, corrupt, unscrupulous.

Very Important Change

Pivotal transformation, fundamental reform, substantial shift, significant transition, sweeping change, structural transformation.

Very Bad Problem

Severe predicament, pressing dilemma, formidable obstacle, grave concern, critical challenge, substantial complication.

Positive Words to Prioritise

Enhance, bolster, facilitate, foster, substantiate, reinforce, ameliorate, optimise, alleviate, mitigate.

Negative Words to Prioritise

Exacerbate, deteriorate, undermine, hinder, impede, aggravate, erode, diminish, compromise, perpetuate.

Analytical Words to Prioritise

Demonstrate, establish, illustrate, underscore, substantiate, evaluate, scrutinise, infer, acknowledge, contend.

Descriptive Words to Prioritise

Paramount, pivotal, substantial, prevalent, detrimental, commendable, unprecedented, compelling, indispensable, formidable.

Words to Prioritise for Conclusions

Ultimately, consequently, therefore, nevertheless, notwithstanding, hence, thus, accordingly, evidently, undoubtedly.

Mitigate

Reduce the severity of something.

Exacerbate

Make it worse.