Vocabulary Word Test
Here's a really quick way of testing if you've learned the meanings of the words in this section. Look at the word definitions below and see if you can remember what each word is from their definitions.
If you get stuck, you can be shown the mnemonic to reveal an image that should help you remember.
To check if you're right, or remind you if you've forgotten, click the question and it will flip to reveal the answer.
Go through the whole list to see how many words you can recall. Revisit any that you had difficulty remembering until you're confident you can recall all of them.
- 1801-1820
- 1821-1840
- 1841-1860
- 1861-1880
- 1881-1900
- 1901-1920
- 1921-1940
- 1941-1960
- 1961-1980
- 1981-2000
- 2001-2015
surround (a place) with armed forces in order to capture it or force its surrender
Besiege (verb)
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1. in a way that is appropriate to the particular circumstance 2. as a result; therefore
Accordingly
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soft, padded textile covering that is fixed to furniture such as armchairs and sofas
Upholstery
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1. (noun) a tool, utensil or instrument used for a particular purpose 2. (verb) put (a decision, plan, agreement) into action or use
Implement
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a person's appearance or manner, especially as an indication of their character or mood
Mien
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