Comprehensive Vocabulary Guide for CEFR Level B2+ Learners

A compilation of vocabulary flashcards covering crime, legal terms, weather phenomena, and social psychology.

arm

To provide someone with a weapon or to provide yourself with something to help you.

hold up

To rob a person or a place using a weapon.

hide

To put something or someone in a place where they cannot be seen or found.

make off with

To steal something and take it away quickly.

custody

The state of being kept in a place, especially a prison, while waiting for a trial.

raid

A sudden, surprise attack or search by police or military.

seized

To take something using legal authority, usually during a search.

wounded

Injured, especially in a battle or an attack by a weapon.

assaulting

Attacking someone violently, either physically or verbally.

conviction

The fact of being found guilty of a crime in a court of law.

freed

To let someone leave a place where they have been kept as a prisoner.

offensive

A planned military attack or a large-scale campaign against something.

bail

Money paid to a court so that an accused person can be set free until their trial.

front

An organization used to hide illegal activities.

posed

To be or create a problem, danger, or threat to something or someone.

trial

The process of examining evidence in a court to decide if someone is guilty of a crime.

undercover

Working secretly using a false identity to catch criminals or gather info.

workout

A period of physical exercise that you do to keep fit and healthy.

break-in

An illegal entry into a building, typically performed to steal something.

go-ahead

Permission to start doing something, such as a project or activity.

turnout

The number of people who attend an event, such as a meeting or an election.

mix-up

A mistake that causes confusion or delay in a process.

write up

To write a full report or article based on notes or information gathered.

lie down

To place your body in a flat position, usually to rest or sleep.

blow a gale

To be extremely windy; describing strong, gusty wind conditions.

sticky

Describing weather that is unpleasantly hot and damp (humid).

humid

Containing a lot of water vapour; moist and often warm air.

brighten up

To become lighter, sunnier, or more pleasant after being dull.

glorious

Describing weather that is very beautiful, sunny, and pleasant.

miserable

Unpleasantly cold, wet, or grey weather that makes you feel unhappy.

bitter

Extremely cold; describing wind or temperature that is painful.

spitting

Raining very lightly; just starting to rain with small drops.

pour down

To rain very heavily and continuously.

soak

To make someone or something completely wet through and through.

chilly

Unpleasantly cold air or temperature; needing light protection.

frost

A thin white layer of ice that forms on surfaces in very cold weather.

crisp

Cold, dry, and bright weather that feels fresh and invigorating.

breeze

A light, gentle, and usually pleasant wind.

thunderstorm

A storm with thunder, lightning, and usually very heavy rain.

flood

A large amount of water covering an area that is usually dry.

unpleasant

Not pleasant or enjoyable; describing bad weather or conditions.

patent

The official legal right to make or sell an invention for a set number of years.

defence

The lawyers whose job is to prove that a person is not guilty of a crime.

in favour of

Supporting or agreeing with a person, idea, or proposal.

online fraud

The use of Internet services to defraud victims or steal personal information.

nuisance

Something or someone that is annoying or causes minor problems for others.

verdict

An official decision made by a jury in a court at the end of a trial.

guilty

Having been found responsible for breaking a law or committing a crime.

appeal

A formal request to a higher court to change or review a previous decision.

plead

To state in a court of law whether you are guilty or not guilty of a crime.

awarded

To officially give something, like money or damages, to someone by law.

crack down on

To start dealing with someone or something much more strictly than before.

rule

(Of an authority or judge) To make an official and binding legal decision.

restrict

To limit the size, amount, range, or access of something or someone.

against

In opposition to someone or something; competing with someone.

accused of causing

Blamed or charged for having done something wrong or harmful.

be broken

(Of a law, rule, or contract) To be violated or not respected.

testified for

To give evidence in a court of law in support of someone's case.

bribes

Money or gifts given to someone to persuade them to do something for you.

disqualify

To stop someone from being in a competition because they broke a rule.

neck and neck

Level with each other in a race or competition; very close to each other.

lap

One complete trip around a race track or one length of a swimming pool.

burn off

To use up energy or calories by performing physical exercise.

dive

A jump into water with your head and arms first; or a deliberate fall.

turning pro

To become a professional athlete after being an amateur for a long time.

foul

An action in a game or sport that is against the official rules.

possession

The state of having control of the ball or puck in a sport like football.

strokes

A particular style of swimming (e.g., breaststroke) or hitting the ball.

sponsorship

Financial support given by a company to an athlete or event for advertising.

talk back

To answer someone in authority, like a teacher or parent, in a rude way.

caring professions

Jobs that involve looking after people, such as nursing, teaching, or social work.

anger

A strong feeling of annoyance or hostility that makes you want to react.

self-esteem

Belief and confidence in your own ability, value, and worth as a person.

inequality

The unfair situation in society when some people have more power or wealth.