Chapter 2 of 522% of exam
Vocabulary in Context
B2 vocabulary distinguishes near-synonyms, tests idiomatic phrasal verbs and strong collocations. This chapter helps you choose the precise word for the register and meaning.
Near-Synonyms and Precision
Words with similar meanings are not always interchangeable: you 'earn' a salary but 'win' a prize; a problem is 'serious', not 'strong'. B2 rewards the exact choice.
Collocations and Idioms
Fixed combinations such as 'make an effort', 'take advantage of', 'a narrow escape' and 'bitterly disappointed' appear frequently. The wrong partner word sounds unnatural even when the meaning is close.