People and society
11 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 |
|---|---|---|
| ally | to join with others to support them | The two countries allied against the enemy. |
| banish | to send someone away as a punishment; also to get rid of | He was banished from the kingdom. |
| besiege | to surround a place with an army; also to send many questions or requests | The star was besieged by fans. |
| blitz | to attack suddenly and strongly | The city was blitzed during the war. |
| cosset | to protect and care for too much | She cossets her children. |
| hinder | to make something difficult | The rain hindered our progress. |
| ordain | to make someone a priest; also to order officially | He was ordained in 1990. |
| posture | to behave in a way meant to impress | Politicians posture for the cameras. |
| ravish | to delight greatly (literary); in old use, to rape | She was ravished by the beauty of the music. |
| relegate | to move to a lower position | The team was relegated. |
| splinter | to break into small sharp pieces; also to split into groups | The party splintered into factions. |