Language and media 1
21 English words (level C1) with a simple English definition and an example sentence. In the app you can hear every word and practise with flashcards, a quiz, spelling and listening.
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| English | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| assertion | a strong statement that something is true | His assertion was false. |
| boast | something said too proudly | It's no idle boast. |
| characterization | how characters are created in a story; also a description | The novel has strong characterization. |
| charter | an official document of rights; also renting a plane or boat | We booked a charter flight. |
| circulation | the movement of blood around the body; also the number of copies of a newspaper sold | Exercise improves circulation. |
| citation | a quotation from a book; also an official award | Include citations in your essay. |
| commendation | formal praise or an award | He received a commendation. |
| con | a trick to get money (informal); also a disadvantage | Consider the pros and cons. |
| concerto | a piece of music for one instrument and an orchestra | She played a piano concerto. |
| consultation | a meeting to get advice; also discussing with people before deciding | I had a consultation with a lawyer. |
| credential | credentials: qualifications or documents that show you are suitable | He has excellent credentials. |
| demo | a demonstration; also a recording to show what something is like | The band sent a demo to the label. |
| depiction | a picture or description | It's a realistic depiction of war. |
| discourse | serious discussion; also written or spoken language | Political discourse has become angry. |
| endorsement | public support; also an advertisement by a famous person | The athlete earns millions from endorsements. |
| estimation | a judgment or opinion; also a calculation | In my estimation, it will take a week. |
| farce | a funny play with silly situations; also a ridiculous event | The meeting was a farce. |
| flashback | a part of a film that shows an earlier time; also a sudden memory | The film uses many flashbacks. |
| flattery | praise that is not sincere | Flattery won't help you. |
| flourish | a big, showy movement | He signed his name with a flourish. |
| folktale | a traditional story passed on by people over time | Grandma told us an old folktale. |