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12 English words with meanings: action, basic, category, characteristic, conform to… Study them with flashcards, quizzes and AI speaking practice on OpenQuiz.

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Word list

  1. action /'ækʃən/ (noun) — something you do
    Example: Her quick action prevented a serious accident.
    Synonyms: deed, move, operation
  2. basic /'beɪsɪk/ (adjective) — simple and most important; forming the base
    Example: Learning the basic rules will help you understand the game.
    Synonyms: fundamental, essential, primary
  3. category /'kætəɡəri/ (noun) — a kind or group
    Example: This product falls under the electronics category.
    Synonyms: class, group, type
  4. characteristic /,ker.ək.tə'rɪs.tɪk/ (adj, n) — special quality or feature
    Example: Honesty is a characteristic of a good leader.
    Synonyms: trait, feature, quality
  5. conform to /kən'fɔ:rm tu/ (verb) — fit or match
    Example: All products must conform to safety standards.
    Synonyms: comply with, adhere to, follow
  6. crucial /'kru:ʃəl/ (adjective) — very important
    Example: Good communication is crucial for a successful team.
    Synonyms: essential, vital, key
  7. essentially /ɪ'sen.ʃəl.i/ (adverb) — in the most basic way
    Example: Essentially, the project aims to reduce waste and save energy.
    Synonyms: basically, fundamentally, primarily
  8. familiar /fə'mɪliər/ (adjective) — well known or easy to recognize
    Example: This place feels familiar because I visited it last year.
    Synonyms: known, recognizable, well-known
  9. function /'fʌŋkʃn/ (noun, verb) — a job or purpose
    Example: The main function of this machine is to filter water.
    Synonyms: role, purpose, duty
  10. general /'dʒen.ər.əl/ (adjective) — not detailed; broad
    Example: He only gave a general idea of the project, not the details.
    Synonyms: broad, overall, universal
  11. ideal /aɪ'di:əl/ (adjective) — perfect or best
    Example: He is the ideal candidate for the manager position.
    Synonyms: perfect, optimal, model
  12. integral /'ɪntɪɡrəl/ (adjective) — needed
    Example: Trust is an integral part of any strong relationship.
    Synonyms: essential, necessary, fundamental

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