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33 English words with meanings: catch on, feud, gossip, gripping, have some great times… Study them with flashcards, quizzes and AI speaking practice on…

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Word list

  1. catch on /kætʃ ɑ:n/ (phrase) — to become popular or widely understood
    Example: The new app caught on quickly with teenagers.
    Synonyms: become popular, spread
  2. feud /fju:d/ (noun) — a long and bitter argument between people or groups
    Example: The two companies have been in a feud for years.
    Synonyms: dispute, quarrel, conflict
  3. gossip /'ɡɒsɪp/ (noun) — informal talk about other people's private lives
    Example: They were gossiping about the new manager.
    Synonyms: rumors, chitchat, idle talk
  4. gripping /'ɡrɪpɪŋ/ (adjective) — so exciting that it holds your attention completely
    Example: The novel is gripping from the first page.
    Synonyms: captivating, thrilling, engrossing
  5. have some great times (phrase) — to enjoy many very happy and fun moments
    Example: We had some great times at the beach.
    Synonyms: enjoy great moments, have fun, make happy memories
  6. have your finger on the pulse /hæv jʊr 'fɪŋɡər ɑn ðə pʌls/ (idiom) — to know what is happening and what people think
    Example: As a reporter, she has her finger on the pulse.
    Synonyms: stay informed, know the mood, be in touch
  7. hooked (on) /hʊkt/ (adjective) — very interested in something and unable to stop enjoying it
    Example: I'm hooked on this TV series.
    Synonyms: addicted, obsessed, crazy about
  8. integration /,ɪntə'ɡreɪʃən/ (noun) — the process of joining different groups into one whole
    Example: The integration of the new students went well.
    Synonyms: combination, merger, unification
  9. loss /lɔ:s/ (noun) — The fact of no longer having something or someone.
    Example: The loss of her keys was annoying.
    Synonyms: absence, deprivation, missing
  10. make a promise /meɪk ə 'prɑmɪs/ (phrase) — to say you will do something for someone
    Example: I made a promise to be home early.
    Synonyms: pledge, vow, assure
  11. movement /'mu:vmənt/ (noun) — a group of people working together to bring change
    Example: The movement inspired many young people.
    Synonyms: campaign, cause, organization
  12. networking /'nɛtwɜ:rkɪŋ/ (noun) — the act of meeting people to make useful business contacts
    Example: Networking helped him find a new job.
    Synonyms: making contacts, professional networking
  13. offensive material /ə'fɛnsɪv mə'tɪriəl/ (noun) — content that may upset, insult, or offend people
    Example: The movie contains offensive material.
    Synonyms: hurtful content, insulting material
  14. online application /'ɑ:nlaɪn ,æplɪ'keɪʃən/ (phrase) — a job request sent through the internet
    Example: Please complete the online application today.
    Synonyms: web application, digital application, internet application
  15. out of touch (phrase) — not in contact with current news, people, or events
    Example: I feel out of touch with the latest news.
    Synonyms: disconnected, uninformed, behind the times
  16. paid leave (noun) — time off from work that you still get paid for
    Example: She took paid leave for two weeks.
    Synonyms: paid time off, holiday, vacation
  17. placate /'pleɪkeɪt/ (verb) — to calm someone by making them less angry
    Example: The manager tried to placate the angry customer.
    Synonyms: calm, soothe, appease
  18. post (v.) /poʊst/ (verb) — to put a message, photo, or video online
    Example: She posted a photo of her trip online.
    Synonyms: upload, share
  19. reception /rɪ'sɛpʃən/ (noun) — a formal event where guests are welcomed or served after a ceremony
    Example: The wedding reception lasted until midnight.
    Synonyms: reception party, formal gathering
  20. red-carpet treatment /,rɛd 'kɑ:pɪt 'tri:tmənt/ (phrase) — very special and respectful treatment for an important guest
    Example: The actor received red-carpet treatment at the hotel.
    Synonyms: VIP treatment, special treatment, royal treatment
  21. selective /sɪ'lɛktɪv/ (adjective) — choosing only the best or most suitable people
    Example: The company is very selective about who it hires.
    Synonyms: choosy, discriminating, picky
  22. shrewd /ʃru:d/ (adjective) — good at judging situations and making smart decisions
    Example: He is shrewd enough to spot a bad deal.
    Synonyms: astute, smart, sharp
  23. social media /,səʊʃəl 'mi:diə/ (noun) — websites and apps where people share posts, photos, and messages
    Example: Social media spreads news very quickly.
    Synonyms: social networking, online platforms
  24. social networking site /,soʊʃəl 'nɛtwɜ:rkɪŋ saɪt/ (phrase) — a website where people connect and share with others
    Example: She met her old friend on a social networking site.
    Synonyms: social media site, networking platform
  25. stimulating /'stɪmjə,leɪtɪŋ/ (adjective) — making people feel interested, excited, or full of energy
    Example: The class was stimulating and full of new ideas.
    Synonyms: inspiring, exciting, engaging
  26. techie /'tɛki/ (noun) — a person who is very interested in technology
    Example: He's a real techie who loves new gadgets.
    Synonyms: tech enthusiast, gadget lover
  27. telemarketing /,tɛlɪ'mɑ:rkɪtɪŋ/ (noun) — Selling products or services by calling people on the phone.
    Example: Telemarketing calls can be very annoying.
    Synonyms: phone sales, cold calling, telephone selling
  28. telesales /'tɛli,seɪlz/ (noun) — Selling by phone, often using a list of possible customers.
    Example: She worked in telesales for two years.
    Synonyms: phone sales, telephone selling, cold calling
  29. tyrannical /tɪ'rænɪkəl/ (adjective) — using power in a cruel and unfair way
    Example: He ruled in a tyrannical way.
    Synonyms: oppressive, dictatorial, despotic
  30. whiter than white /,waɪtər ðæn waɪt/ (phrase) — completely honest and morally clean
    Example: She has a whiter than white reputation.
    Synonyms: completely honest, morally pure

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