Vocabulary & Word Formation Flashcards

Which word correctly completes: 'The company decided to ________ its old equipment.'?

Answer: replace

After 'to' (infinitive marker), use the base form of the verb: 'replace'.

Choose the correct collocation: 'She ________ a mistake on her homework.'

Answer: made

In English, we 'make a mistake', not 'do' or 'take' one.

What is the noun form of the verb 'decide'?

Answer: decision

'Decision' is the noun form of 'decide', formed by changing the ending to '-sion'.

Which sentence is correct?

Answer: I am used to waking up early.

'Be used to' is followed by a gerund (-ing form), meaning something is now familiar or normal.

What does 'affordable' mean?

Answer: cheap enough to buy

'Affordable' describes something that is reasonably priced and within someone's budget.

Which word means 'to make something better'?

Answer: improve

'Improve' means to make or become better in quality or condition.

Choose the correct word: 'My grandfather is very ________ — he always helps people.'

Answer: generous

'Generous' is the adjective used after the linking verb 'is' to describe a person's character.