Oxford 5000: 50 Words | Intermediate

Are you finding it hard to tackle the Oxford 5000 word list on your own? Welcome to Oxford 5000 Intermediate Ep.35. 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.35

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Oxford 5000 Intermediate Ep.35 | 1 – 10

unfold

: open. to open something that was folded, or to develop and happen over time.
Be patient and watch how your beautiful life will unfold in amazing ways.

accuracy

: correctness. the quality of being exact, right, or without mistakes.
When you practice English, accuracy is good, but speaking often is even more important.

accent

: pronunciation. a way of speaking that shows where a person is from.
Don’t be shy about your accent because it shows that you speak more than one language.

proportion

: part. a share or amount of a whole.
A large proportion of your success comes from your daily habits.

grace

: elegance. a smooth and beautiful way of moving or behaving.
She handled the difficult conversation with grace and a calm smile.

surveillance

: monitoring. the act of carefully watching a person or place.
The bank uses surveillance cameras to keep the money and the staff safe.

epidemic

: outbreak. a sudden increase in the number of times something bad happens.
We need to work together to stop the epidemic of plastic waste in our oceans.

philosophy

: belief. a set of ideas about how to live or how to think.
My philosophy is to stay positive and be kind to everyone I meet.

specimen

: sample. a single thing used as an example of its whole group for study.
The scientist carefully looked at the leaf specimen under the microscope.

genocide

: mass murder. the killing of a very large group of people from a specific nation or ethnic group.
We must learn from history to ensure that genocide never happens again.

Oxford 5000 Intermediate Ep.35 | 11 – 20

intensity

: strength. the quality of being very strong, serious, or powerful.
You can achieve your dreams if you work with enough intensity and focus.

monster

: creature. a large, ugly, and scary imaginary being.
Don’t let the fear monster in your head stop you from trying new things.

substantial

: large. large in amount, value, or importance.
You have made substantial progress in your English studies this month.

coordinate

: organize. to make different parts work together smoothly.
We need to coordinate our schedules so we can meet for lunch.

compelling

: strong. very interesting or exciting that makes you take action.
Your dream is a compelling reason to wake up early and work hard.

apparel

: clothing. clothes of a particular type.
You should wear comfortable apparel when you go for a long walk.

astonishing

: amazing. very surprising or difficult to believe.
It is astonishing how much your life can change when you stay positive.

executive

: leader. a person who has an important job as a manager of a company.
A good executive always listens to their team members with respect.

bow

: bend. to bend your head or body forward to show respect.
In many cultures, people bow to say thank you or hello politely.

screw

: bolt. a small, sharp metal pin used to join things together.
I need a small screw to fix the leg of this wooden chair.

Oxford 5000 Intermediate Ep.35 | 21 – 30

makeup

: cosmetics. colored substances used on the skin to look different.
You don’t need a lot of makeup because your natural smile is beautiful.

custody

: jail. the state of being kept in prison by the police.
The police took the man into custody to ask him some questions.

isolation

: separation. the state of being alone or away from other people.
Spending some time in isolation can help you think clearly about your future.

identical

: same. exactly the same in every way.
The two sisters look identical, but they have very different personalities.

civic

: community. relating to a city or the people who live there.
Joining a local volunteer group is a great way to fulfill your civic duty.

moreover

: also. in addition to what has already been said.
The food at that restaurant is delicious; moreover, the prices are very low.

restraint

: self-control. the ability to control your actions or emotions.
It takes a lot of restraint to stay calm when someone is being rude to you.

divert

: redirect. to change the direction or use of something.
You should divert your energy toward your goals instead of worrying about small problems.

faction

: group. a small group of people within a larger group who have different ideas.
A small faction of the club disagreed with the new rules.

justice

: fairness. the quality of being fair and right.
Fighting for justice is important to make the world a better place for everyone.

Oxford 5000 Intermediate Ep.35 | 31 – 40

colony

: settlement. a group of people or animals living together in a new place.
The scientists are studying a large colony of penguins in the Antarctic.

protective

: helpful. wanting to keep someone or something safe from harm.
It is natural to feel protective of the people you truly love.

glory

: fame. great honor or praise given by a lot of people for a high achievement.
True glory comes from helping others, not just from winning a prize.

dub

: name. to give a person or thing a special name or nickname.
My friends decided to dub me “The King of Cooking” because I love to make pasta.

bush

: plant. a low plant with many branches that looks like a small tree.
We planted a rose bush in the garden to make it look colorful and bright.

adapt

: change. to change your behavior so that it is easier to live in a new situation.
The most successful people are those who can adapt quickly to new challenges.

breast

: chest. the front part of a person’s body between the neck and the stomach.
He held the trophy close to his breast with a very proud smile.

shock

: surprise. a sudden and unexpected feeling of surprise or upset.
It was a big shock to see my old friend at the airport after ten years.

thread

: string. a long, thin strand of cotton or silk used for sewing.
I need a needle and some blue thread to fix this small hole in my shirt.

crude

: simple. made in a simple or rough way without much skill.
He made a crude drawing of the map to show me the way to the park.
spectator: observer. a person who watches an event, show, or game.
Being a spectator is easy, but being a player in your own life is much more rewarding.

Oxford 5000 Intermediate Ep.35 | 41 – 49

harmony

: peace. a state of living or working together in a friendly and peaceful way.
We should try to live in harmony with nature to keep the world beautiful.

disclose

: reveal. to give information to people that was secret or hidden.
The company will disclose the details of the new project next Monday.

sacrifice

: loss. the act of giving up something important to help someone or achieve a goal.
Sometimes, success requires a sacrifice of your sleep or free time.

statistical

: numerical. relating to information shown in numbers.
The statistical data proves that people who exercise daily live longer lives.

nevertheless

: however. despite what has just been said or happened.
The mountain was very steep; nevertheless, the hikers kept going until they reached the top.

liter

: bottle unit. a unit for measuring the amount of a liquid.
You should try to drink at least two liters of water every day to stay healthy.

presidency

: leadership. the job of being a president or the time a person is a president.
During his presidency, the leader worked hard to bring more jobs to the city.

troubled

: worried. feeling worried or having a lot of problems.
If you have a troubled heart, talking to a good friend can make you feel much better.

successive

: following. happening one after another without a break.
He won three successive awards because he practiced his skills every single day.