Oxford 5000: 50 Words | Intermediate | EP.29
Are you finding it hard to tackle the Oxford 5000 word list on your own? Welcome to Oxford 5000 Intermediate Ep.29. 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.29
Oxford 5000 Intermediate Ep.29 | 1 – 10
well
- : spring. a deep hole in the ground where people get water.
- We only learn the value of water when the well is dry, so always be thankful for what you have.
stretch
- : extend. to pull something to make it longer or wider.
- You should stretch your goals because you are capable of doing much more than you think.
stretch
- : area. a continuous length or area of land or water.
- This beautiful stretch of white sand is the perfect place for a long, peaceful walk.
outlet
- : release. a way to express your feelings or use your energy.
- Writing in a diary is a great outlet for your thoughts when you feel stressed.
outlet
- : shop. a store that sells products from a specific brand at a lower price.
- I found a very cheap jacket at the fashion outlet during the weekend sale.
efficiency
- : speed. the ability to do something well without wasting time or energy.
- High efficiency in the kitchen is great because it means more time to actually eat the food!
economics
- : finance. the study of how money and goods are produced and used.
- My personal economics are very simple: if I want it and I have the money, I buy it!
decline
- : refuse. to say no to an invitation or an offer in a polite way.
- I had to decline the party invitation because I really needed some “me time” at home.
decline
- : drop. a continuous decrease in the amount, number, or quality of something.
- There was a decline in traffic today, so I arrived at my meeting much earlier than usual.
battle
- : fight. a long and difficult struggle to achieve something.
- Life is a long battle, but you have the strength to win if you never give up.
Oxford 5000 Intermediate Ep.29 | 11 – 20
interpretation
- : meaning. the way someone understands or explains something.
- In art, there is no wrong interpretation because everyone sees something different and special.
cargo
- : goods. things that are carried by a ship, plane, or truck.
- The airplane was full of cargo, including fresh fruits and vegetables from far away.
ruling
- : decision. an official decision made by a judge or someone in power.
- Everyone was quiet in the courtroom while they waited for the judge’s final ruling.
designate
- : choose. to officially choose someone or something for a special purpose.
- The teacher will designate one student to be the class leader for this week.
ease
- : comfort. a state of being relaxed and not having any pain or trouble.
- You should practice your English every day so you can speak with more ease.
revive
- : refresh. to make someone or something strong, healthy, or active again.
- A short nap in the afternoon can revive your energy for the rest of the day.
distress
- : worry. a feeling of extreme unhappiness, pain, or worry.
- Deep breathing is a simple way to help someone who is in deep distress.
capitalist
- : profit-oriented. relating to an economic system where people own businesses to make money.
- In a capitalist society, many people start their own small businesses to follow their dreams.
guideline
- : rule. a piece of information or advice about how to do something.
- Following a simple guideline every day can help you reach your big dreams.
embrace
- : hug. to put your arms around someone to show love or friendship.
- It is a wonderful feeling to embrace your family after a long trip.
Oxford 5000 Intermediate Ep.29 | 21 – 24
embrace
- : accept. to accept an idea or a change with interest or excitement.
- If you embrace new challenges, you will find out how strong you really are.
characterize
- : describe. to describe the qualities of someone or something in a particular way.
- People usually characterize him as a very funny person because he tells great jokes.
sentiment
- : feeling. a thought or opinion based on a feeling or emotion.
- I share your sentiment that Friday is definitely the best day of the week!
commander
- : leader. a person who is in charge of a group of people.
- My cat thinks she is the commander of the house and tells me exactly when to wake up!