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Unit 14
YDT Core Words 2: Adjectives & Nouns
20 high-frequency B1–B2 adjectives and nouns
How to Study These Words
These words appear again and again in YDT vocabulary, cloze and reading questions. Learn each one with its example sentence, then test yourself with the flashcards and the two tests below. Come back to the list after a few days — repeated short reviews work better than one long session.
Word List
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| available | able to be used, bought or found | Tickets are available online. |
| common | happening often or shared by many | Colds are very common in winter. |
| responsible | having the duty to deal with something; being the cause | Who is responsible for this mess? |
| ancient | very old; from a long time ago | We visited an ancient temple. |
| harmful | causing damage or injury | Smoking is harmful to your health. |
| certain | completely sure | I'm certain that I locked the door. |
| suitable | right for a particular purpose or person | This film is not suitable for children. |
| crowded | full of people | The beach was very crowded. |
| generous | happy to give money, time or help | It was generous of you to help them. |
| aware | knowing that something exists or is happening | Are you aware of the risks? |
| environment | the natural world of land, air, water, plants and animals | We must protect the environment. |
| opportunity | a chance to do something | This job is a great opportunity. |
| advantage | something that helps you to be more successful | Speaking English is a big advantage. |
| purpose | the reason for doing something | What is the purpose of your visit? |
| experience | knowledge or skill gained by doing something | She has ten years of teaching experience. |
| research | detailed study to discover new facts | Recent research shows that sleep improves memory. |
| decision | a choice that you make after thinking | It was a difficult decision. |
| pollution | damage to air, water or land by harmful substances | Air pollution is a serious problem in big cities. |
| behaviour | the way someone acts | The children's behaviour was excellent. |
| solution | a way of solving a problem | We need to find a solution quickly. |