American_Oxford_5000

The Oxford 5000™ (American English)

• An expanded core word list for advanced English learners, including the Oxford 3000 plus 2000 additional words, suitable for B2-C1 level learners.

Word Categories

• Verb (v.): Indicates action.

• Noun (n.): Indicates a person, place, thing, or idea.

• Adjective (adj.): Describes a noun.

• Adverb (adv.): Modifies verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs.

Vocabulary List

A

• abolish (v.) C1

• abortion (n.) C1

• absence (n.) C1

• absent (adj.) C1

• absorb (v.) B2

• abstract (adj.) B2

• absurd (adj.) C1

• abuse (n., v.) C1

B

• academy (n.) C1

• accelerate (v.) C1

• accent (n.) B2

• acceptance (n.) C1

• accessible (adj.) C1

• accidentally (adv.) B2

• accommodate (v.) B2

• accommodation (n.) B2

C

• accomplish (v.) B2

• accomplishment (n.) C1

• accordingly (adv.) C1

• accountability (n.) C1

• accountable (adj.) C1

• accountant (n.) B2

• accumulate (v.) C1

• accumulation (n.) C1

• accuracy (n.) B2

• accurately (adv.) B2

D

• acid (n., adj.) B2, C1

• acquisition (n.) C1

• acre (n.) B2

• activate (v.) B2

E

• addition (n.) C1

• adolescent (n.) C1

• adoption (n.) C1

Examples of Usage by Different Word Types

• Verbs: Action words like "abolish" and "accelerate."

• Nouns: Concepts such as "abortion" and "absence."

• Adjectives: Descriptive words like "absurd" and "accessible."

In Practice

• Contextual Learning: Use each word in sentences or scenarios relevant to the learner's interests.

• Practice with Synonyms and Antonyms: Encourage exploration of vocabulary depth through related words.

Vocabulary Importance

• Building Block for Proficiency: Understanding and using words from the Oxford 5000 enhances language skills applicable in various contexts, whether academic or professional.