Academic Vocabulary List 3
| Word | Definition, meaning | |
| alarm | a device that sounds a warning | |
| alphabet | a set of English letters | |
| blame | to accuse someone or wrongdoing | |
| blank | empty, without any marks | |
| bounce | to spring or leap like a ball | |
| burglar | one who breaks into a building and steals | |
| compassion | feeling of sympathy towards another person | |
| credentials | qualifications or background | |
| detect | to discover the existence of something | |
| expert | a person with a high degree of knowledge or skill | |
| finesse | ability to handle difficult situations well | |
| frighten | to make someone scared or afraid | |
| glimpse | a brief look; an indication | |
| inquiry | the act or process of questioning | |
| interfere | to get in the way; prevent someone from doing a task | |
| outstanding | distinguished, excellent | |
| ramble | to talk on an on without saying much | |
| rough | having a bumpy surface; not smooth | |
| tap | to strike or hit gently | |
| widespread | covering a large area |
Note:
These are general meanings for the words. You may encounter other definitions depending on context.
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