FCE Writing an Essay (Useful Vocabulary)

Match the symbols on the left with their definitions on the right. The tiles in the right-hand column are sortable. ANSWERS

• enhance (v)
• inspirational (adj)
• demonstrate (v)
• challenge (n)
• marvellous (adj)
• convey (v)
• opportunity (n)
• supportive (adj)
• participate (v)
• goal-oriented (adj)

• a new or difficult task that tests somebody's ability and skill
• a time when a particular situation makes it possible to do or achieve something
• concerned with or focused on achieving a particular aim or result
• make evident or establish by arguments or reasoning, prove
• take part in or become involved in an activity
• improve something or make it more valuable
• communicate or express something, with or without using words
• giving you the enthusiasm to do something
• showing agreement and giving encouragement
• extremely good, enjoyable, impressive