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23 English words (level C2) 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 |
|---|---|---|
| adept | an expert | He is an adept at chess. |
| apostle | one of Jesus's twelve followers; also a strong supporter of an idea | She is an apostle of free trade. |
| beneficiary | a person who gets money or advantage from something | She is the beneficiary of the will. |
| breadwinner | the person who earns money for the family | She is the main breadwinner. |
| buccaneer | a pirate in the past; also a risk-taking businessperson | The buccaneers attacked Spanish ships. |
| cinematographer | the person in charge of filming a movie | The cinematographer won an award. |
| counsel | advice; also a lawyer in court | He followed his father's counsel. |
| crony | a friend, often one given unfair advantages | He gave jobs to his cronies. |
| curator | a person in charge of a museum collection | The curator showed us the paintings. |
| derelict | a homeless person (old-fashioned) | A derelict slept in the doorway. |
| deviant | a person whose behaviour is not socially accepted | Society labelled him a deviant. |
| egalitarian | a person who believes all people are equal | She is a committed egalitarian. |
| embodiment | a perfect example of a quality | She is the embodiment of kindness. |
| exorcist | a person who removes evil spirits | They called an exorcist. |
| headmistress | a woman in charge of a school | The headmistress spoke to the parents. |
| herald | a messenger in the past; also a sign that something will happen | The first flowers are a herald of spring. |
| hermit | a person who lives alone away from others | He lived like a hermit. |
| hotelier | a person who owns or runs a hotel | She is a successful hotelier. |
| impresario | a person who organizes concerts or shows | The impresario booked the band. |
| incumbent | a person who currently holds a position | The incumbent won re-election. |
| informant | a person who gives secret information to police | The police used an informant. |
| ingrate | an ungrateful person | Don't be such an ingrate. |
| intermediary | a person who helps two sides communicate or agree | She acted as an intermediary. |