C1 Level Wordlist - Weather Conditions

Here you will learn some English words about weather conditions, such as "meteorology", "torrent", "baking", etc. prepared for C1 learners.

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meteorology [noun]

a field of science that deals with the earth's atmosphere, particularly weather forecasting

Ex: The professor of meteorology explained how atmospheric pressure changes can lead to different weather phenomena .

to clear up [verb]

(of weather) to become free of clouds, rain, or storms

Ex: After a morning of heavy fog , the weather finally started to clear up , revealing a stunning view of the mountains .

to drift [verb]

to slowly move in the air or on water

Ex: The dandelion seeds would drift in the air , dispersing with the wind .

changeability [noun]

the likeliness or quality of changing suddenly and frequently

Ex: The changeability of her moods kept everyone around her on their toes , never knowing what to expect .

visibility [noun]

the distance that is possible or clear for one to see, particularly because of the weather conditions

Ex: During the snowstorm , visibility dropped to just a few feet , making driving extremely hazardous .

to soak [verb]

to make someone or something extremely wet

Ex: The heavy waves crashed over the deck of the boat , soaking the crew with cold , salty water .

downpour [noun]

a brief heavy rainfall

Ex: The tropical downpour lasted for hours , flooding streets and causing traffic chaos .

front [noun]

the point where two air masses of different temperatures meet

Ex: Meteorologists tracked the approaching front , which was likely to cause severe weather conditions .

gale [noun]

a very powerful wind

Ex: Walking against the fierce gale , she struggled to keep her balance and stay on the path .

puddle [noun]

a small pool of water or other liquid, particularly rainwater

Ex: She stepped in a puddle while walking to work , soaking her shoes and socks .

snowdrift [noun]

a mass of deep snow piled up by the wind

Ex: The skiers enjoyed gliding through the untouched snowdrifts on the mountainside .

torrent [noun]

a powerful stream of water or other liquid that moves very fast

Ex: The storm caused flash floods , turning the streets into torrents of muddy water .

vapor [noun]

extremely small drops of liquid in the air, resulted from the heating of the liquid

Ex: The cool air combined with the warm water to create a thick vapor in the bathroom after the shower .

thundercloud [noun]

a very large dark cloud that produces thunder and lightning

Ex: The meteorologist warned of severe weather conditions as massive thunderclouds formed over the city .

whirlwind [noun]

a very strong wind that spins and moves quickly, damaging everything in its path

Ex: The tornado formed suddenly , appearing as a dark swirl in the sky , before turning into a destructive whirlwind .

cloudburst [noun]

a sudden and heavy rainfall

Ex: The road was flooded after the intense cloudburst , making driving conditions hazardous .

baking [adjective]

having an intense level of heat that is often uncomfortable

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breezy [adjective]

having a gentle, refreshing wind

Ex: The breezy weather made it perfect for flying kites at the beach .

climatic [adjective]

related to the weather of a specific area

Ex: The climatic factors , such as temperature and precipitation , play a significant role in determining the types of vegetation found in different ecosystems .

dense [adjective]

thick and difficult to see through, often used to describe fog or smoke

Ex: She felt uneasy driving through the dense smoke from the nearby fire .

dull [adjective]

(of weather or sky) overcast, cloudy, or lacking brightness

Ex: The forecast predicted dull skies and scattered showers for the weekend .

extreme [adjective]

very high in intensity or degree

Ex: The region experienced extreme drought , leading to water shortages and crop failures .

favorable [adjective]

(of winds) blowing in the direction that aids movement or travel

Ex: With a favorable wind at their backs , the cyclists raced downhill , reaching incredible speeds .

gloomy [adjective]

(of weather) dark in a way that is depressing

Ex: Despite the gloomy weather , she decided to go for a walk in the park to clear her mind .

glorious [adjective]

(of weather) hot and sunny

Ex: The garden bloomed in the glorious sunlight , with flowers bursting into vibrant colors .

misty [adjective]

having a cover of mist that creates a soft, blurred look

Ex: The misty air made everything appear ethereal and dreamlike .

temperate [adjective]

(of a region or climate) having a temperature that is never very cold or very hot

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unpredictable [adjective]

unable to be predicted because of changing many times

Ex: The stock market can be unpredictable , with prices fluctuating wildly from one day to the next .

atmospheric pressure [noun]

the force exerted on the surface of the earth that is a result of the weight of the atmosphere

Ex: Aircraft are designed to withstand changes in atmospheric pressure as they ascend and descend .

scorching [adjective]

(of weather or temperature) extremely hot, causing intense heat and discomfort

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hazy [adjective]

(of air) difficult to see through because of heat, mist, or dust

Ex: The morning fog left the landscape hazy and obscured .

thunderclap [noun]

one single sound heard when thunder strikes

Ex: The storm grew more intense with each thunderclap , rattling the windows and shaking the house .

to thaw [verb]

to become softer or liquid

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scorching hot [phrase]

(of temperature or weather) extremely high in degree

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freezing cold [phrase]

having an extremely low temperature

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famine [noun]

a situation where there is not enough food that causes hunger and death

Ex: The drought led to a severe famine in the region .

C1 Level Wordlist
Animals	Appearance	Digital Communication	Movies
Foods and Ingredients	Advice and Suggestion	The Human Anatomy	Buildings and Construction
Human Attributes	Time	Fundamental Verbs	Shapes and Colors
Computer Science	Bonds and Relationships	Fashion and Attire	Writing and Narrative
Language Components	News and Network	Weather Conditions	Shopping
Education	Integral Verbs	Business and Management	Achievement and Progress
Agreement and Disagreement	Personal Traits	Music	Law and Order
The Environment	Sickness	Struggles and Setbacks	Politics
Essential Verbs	Feelings	Science	Transportation
Stationery and Office Supplies	Working Life	Dialogue and Discourse	Hobbies and Activities
Identity and Society	Religion	Dishes and Dinning	Vital Verbs
Adjectives	Permission or Obligation	Job Titles	Scholarly Research
Geography	Cooking	Military	Persuasion and Discourse
Plants and Vegetation	Art	Crucial Verbs	Trust and Uncertainty
Health	Decisions and Accountability	Risks	Money and Finance
Changes and Impacts	Astronomy	Law and Criminality	Mathematics
Adverbs	Travel	History and Artifacts