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C1 Vocabulary

TermDefinition
bureaucracy (noun) – a system of government or organization managed by many officials following fixed rules and procedures.
yield (verb) – to produce or provide something, such as a result, profit, or crop.
tackle (verb) – to make an effort to deal with a difficult problem or situation.
utterly (adverb) – completely or absolutely, to an extreme degree.
bail (noun/verb) – (noun) money paid to release someone from jail before trial; (verb) to release or remove from a difficult situation.
query (noun/verb) – (noun) a question expressing doubt or requiring information; (verb) to ask or inquire about something.
allegation (noun) – a claim or assertion that someone has done something wrong, typically without proof.
feat (noun) – an impressive act or achievement requiring skill, strength, or courage.
widen (verb) – to make or become broader or more extensive.
timber (noun) – wood prepared for use in building or carpentry.
robust (adjective) – strong, healthy, and unlikely to fail or weaken.
vulnerable (adjective) – open to physical or emotional harm, damage, or attack.
acute (adjective) – severe or intense in degree; having sharp perception or insight.
hierarchy (noun) – a system in which people or things are ranked according to status or authority.
surge (noun/verb) – (noun) a sudden and powerful forward or upward movement; (verb) to rise or increase suddenly and strongly.
eligible (adjective) – meeting the necessary requirements to do or receive something.
simultaneously (adverb) – occurring or done at the same time.
protocol (noun) – an official procedure or set of rules governing conduct or actions.
infamous (adjective) – well known for being wicked, bad, or disgraceful.
legacy (noun) – something handed down from the past, such as property, traditions, or achievements.
guerrilla (noun/adjective) – (noun) a member of a small independent group taking part in irregular fighting; (adjective) relating to such tactics or warfare.
nominate (verb) – to formally propose someone for a position, honor, or role.
deploy (verb) – to position or arrange resources or people for effective action.
keen (adjective) – eager or enthusiastic; having sharp perception or interest.
momentum (noun) – the force or speed gained by a moving object or by continued progress.
optical (adjective) – relating to sight or the use of light.
coup (noun) – a sudden, often violent, seizure of power from a government.
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