Intermediate Vocabulary Words

Having skill in using one's hands or mind.

To identify the nature of an illness or problem through examination.

In a straight line from one corner to another corner of a square or rectangle.

A simplified drawing showing the appearance, structure, or workings of something using symbols and l...

A particular form of a language that is specific to a region or social group.

A conversation between two or more people, especially in a book, play, or film.

A straight line passing through the center of a circle or sphere, connecting two points on the circu...

To say words aloud for someone else to write down, or to command forcefully.

The choice and use of words in speech or writing, especially with regard to clarity and style.

The food and drink a person habitually consumes, or a controlled plan of eating for health or weight...

Relating to the kinds of food a person eats, especially in relation to health and nutrition.

A person who is following a specific diet, typically to lose weight.

The branch of knowledge concerned with the diet and its effects on health, especially in the prevent...

A qualified expert in nutrition and diet planning who advises on dietary choices for health.

To recognize or show the difference between two or more things.

To spread out over a large area or to scatter widely.

The process of spreading or dispersing something widely, such as light, sound, or information.

To break down food in the stomach, or to understand and absorb information.

Relating to the process of digesting food.

The quality of being worthy of respect or honor; composure or self-respect in behavior.

To leave the main subject temporarily in speech or writing.

A temporary departure from the main topic in conversation or writing.

To become wider or larger; to expand. Also used in medical contexts, such as pupils dilating.

A situation requiring a difficult choice between two equally undesirable options.

Showing care and persistent effort in work or duties.

To make a liquid weaker by adding more solvent, typically water.

The action or process of making a liquid thinner or weaker by adding more solvent.

Lacking brightness; not clear or distinct.

A United States coin worth ten cents; often used metaphorically to suggest something of little value...

A measurable extent of space, such as length, width, or height; a major aspect or feature of somethi...

To make or become less in size, importance, or intensity.

In a faint or barely visible manner; not clearly.

Dark and dirty; shabby and poorly lit.

A prehistoric reptile, often very large; informally, something outdated or obsolete.

A compound containing two oxygen atoms bonded to another element, such as carbon dioxide.

To briefly immerse something into a liquid or to lower something quickly.

The art or practice of conducting negotiations between nations or groups to resolve conflicts and ma...

Skilled in dealing with sensitive situations or people; tactful, or relating to diplomacy.

A condition or situation that puts someone at a less favorable position than others.

Unpleasant or offensive to the senses or feelings; not enjoyable.

The feeling of sadness or displeasure caused by the failure of something to meet expectations.

A negative judgment or lack of support toward someone or something.

A sudden event causing great damage or loss of life; a complete failure.

Causing great damage or suffering; extremely unlucky or unsuccessful.

To get rid of something that is no longer needed or wanted.

To perceive or recognize something clearly, especially through insight or keen observation.

Capable of being perceived or recognized; noticeable.

Having good judgment and the ability to distinguish between subtle differences.

To release someone from an obligation or duty; or to emit or release something such as a substance o...

A follower or student of a teacher, leader, or philosophy.

A system of training and control to produce orderly behavior; also, a field of study.

To reveal or make known something that was previously secret or unknown.

A mild pain or physical uneasiness; also refers to mental or emotional unease.

To disturb the composure or self-confidence of someone.

A lack of connection or harmony between things; to sever or lose connection.

Extremely sad and unable to be comforted.

Dissatisfaction with one's circumstances or with society in general.

Unsatisfied or unhappy with one's situation or surroundings.

Lack of agreement or harmony between people or things; conflict.

A reduction in the usual price; also, to regard something as unimportant or unlikely.