Oxford 5000: 50 Words | Intermediate | EP.11
Are you finding it hard to tackle the Oxford 5000 word list on your own? Welcome to Oxford 5000 Intermediate Ep.11. These are the essential words you need for fluent communication. This series breaks them down step-by-step, categorized by difficulty level, to make your learning journey easier and more consistent.
Today’s Learning Summary:
- Series: Oxford 5000 Vocabulary
- Level: Intermediate (B2 – C1)
- Goal: Today’s 50 Essential Words
- Episode: Ep.11
Oxford 5000 Intermediate Ep.11 | 1 – 5
bare
not covered; without clothing or decoration
He walked into the kitchen with bare feet and instantly regretted it when he stepped on a tiny toy.
copper
a reddish-brown metal used in coins and wires
She found a shiny copper coin on the ground and kept it for good luck.
straightforward
simple and easy to understand
The instructions were so straightforward that even my sleepy brain understood them.
thoroughly
completely and carefully
She cleaned her room so thoroughly that even the dust had nowhere left to hide.
log
a thick piece of wood from a tree
He sat on a log while eating his sandwich during the hike.
Oxford 5000 Intermediate Ep.11 | 6 – 10
log
to record information or events
Don’t forget to log your practice time so you can see your progress.
simulation
a model or activity that imitates a real situation
The flight simulation felt so real that she grabbed the chair when the plane “took off.”
hopeful
feeling or showing confidence that something good will happen
She stayed hopeful that her hard work would finally pay off.
neighboring
located near or next to something
We walked to the neighboring park because it was quieter than ours.
module
a separate part of a course, program, or system
I finished the first module of the class and felt proud after understanding everything clearly.
Oxford 5000 Intermediate Ep.11 | 11 – 15
capitalism
an economic system where businesses are owned by individuals, not the government, and people compete to make money
In capitalism, companies work hard to attract customers because everyone wants to stay ahead of the competition.
feed
the food given to animals
The farmer carried a bucket of feed, and the chickens ran toward him like it was a big party.
brief
short in time or length
She gave a brief answer because the meeting was already running late.
dig
to make a hole in the ground using hands or a tool
The dog loved to dig so much that the backyard looked like a treasure hunt site.
stable
not likely to change or fall; steady
She felt more stable after creating a simple routine that kept her days calm and organized.
Oxford 5000 Intermediate Ep.11 | 16 – 20
compile
to collect and put information together in an organized way
She spent the evening trying to compile her notes.
exploration
the act of searching or discovering something new
Her exploration of the city led her to a tiny café that instantly became her favorite spot.
gaze
to look at something for a long time
She gazed at the sunset, hoping the moment would last a little longer.
gaze
a long and steady look
His curious gaze made the puppy tilt its head in confusion.
budget
a plan for how to spend and save money
She made a simple budget so she wouldn’t panic every time she checked her bank account.
Oxford 5000 Intermediate Ep.11 | 21 – 25
strengthen
to make something stronger
A little practice each day can strengthen your English more than you think.
capability
the ability or power to do something
She proved her capability by solving the problem faster than anyone expected.
defensive
quick to protect yourself because you feel criticized or attacked
He became defensive the moment someone mentioned his messy desk.
tide
the regular rise and fall of the sea
We walked on the beach early before the tide came in.
thankfully
in a grateful or relieved way
Thankfully, the rain stopped right before we had to leave the house.
Oxford 5000 Intermediate Ep.11 | 26 – 30
flexibility
the ability to change or adapt easily
Good flexibility helps you stay calm when plans suddenly change.
draft
to write or prepare a first version of something
He drafted his speech while drinking his morning coffee.
so-called
used to show that a name or term may not be accurate or true
His so-called “quick break” turned into a 30-minute snack session.
rotate
to turn around a center point
If you rotate the chair slowly, your cat will chase it like it’s a secret mission.
elementary
basic and easy to understand
She felt proud when she finally mastered the elementary parts of English grammar.
Oxford 5000 Intermediate Ep.11 | 31 – 35
virtue
a good quality or behavior that shows high moral standards
Patience is a virtue, especially when the Wi-Fi decides to test your limits.
shipping
the process of sending goods from one place to another
The online store surprised me with fast shipping that arrived a day early.
whisper
a very soft and quiet voice
I heard a small whisper behind me, but no one was there.
hierarchy
a system in which people or things are organized from highest to lowest
In our office hierarchy, even the boss asks the intern for tech help sometimes.
robbery
the act of stealing from a person or place using force or threats
After the robbery, the shop owner installed a brighter light and a new camera.
Oxford 5000 Intermediate Ep.11 | 36 – 40
evolutionary
related to the way living things slowly change and develop over time
Some people say our love for sweet food is an evolutionary habit from long ago.
flaw
a small mistake or weakness in something
Her plan had one tiny flaw, but she fixed it before anyone noticed.
jail
a place where people are kept as punishment for a crime
He spent one night in jail for a mistake he promised never to repeat.
jail
to put someone in jail
They jailed him after he ignored the judge’s orders again.
scrutiny
careful and detailed examination
The new rule came under heavy scrutiny because no one understood why it was needed.
Oxford 5000 Intermediate Ep.11 | 41 – 45
disappoint
to make someone feel sad because something did not happen as expected
I didn’t want to disappoint her, so I tried my best to arrive on time.
intriguing
very interesting or mysterious in a way that makes you want to know more
The movie’s opening scene was so intriguing that everyone instantly stopped talking.
specialized
having a specific skill or purpose
She uses a specialized English book made for people who want to work in business.
smash
to break something into many pieces
Be careful with that glass — one small slip and you might smash it everywhere.
serial
happening in a series, one after another
He started a serial habit of watching “just one more episode” every night.
Oxford 5000 Intermediate Ep.11 | 46 – 50
balloon
a thin rubber toy that fills with air and becomes bigger
The kids laughed as the red balloon suddenly popped in the middle of the room.
entitle
to give someone the right to do or have something
Buying the ticket entitles you to enter the museum anytime today.
impose
to force something on someone
I try not to impose my plans on friends, so I always ask what they want to do first.
precision
the quality of being exact and accurate
Cutting paper with precision is harder than it looks, especially when the scissors suddenly decide to bend the rules.
originate
to begin or come from a particular place or time
The idea for the project originated during a simple lunch conversation.
Oxford 5000 Intermediate Ep.11 | 51 – 54
evaluate
to judge or decide the value or quality of something
The teacher will evaluate your work, but she also wants you to learn from it.
fluid
a substance that can flow easily, like water or oil
Please be careful — that fluid on the floor can make you slip.
whisper
to speak very softly so others cannot hear clearly
She had to whisper because her baby was sleeping right next to her.
rat
a small animal with a long tail, similar to a big mouse
A rat ran across the street.