C2 Level Wordlist - Movements

Here you will learn all the essential words for talking about Movements, collected specifically for level C2 learners.

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C2 Level Wordlist
to careen
to careen [verb]

to move rapidly and erratically, often with a lack of control

Ex: Tourists screamed as the roller coaster careened through its final loop .
to skid
to skid [verb]

(of a vehicle) to slide or slip uncontrollably, usually on a slippery surface

Ex: The truck skidded dangerously as it approached the intersection .
to wobble
to wobble [verb]

to move with an unsteady, rocking, or swaying motion, often implying a lack of stability or balance

Ex: As the bicycle gained speed , the wheels began to wobble , causing the rider to struggle for control .
to meander
to meander [verb]

(of a river, trail, etc.) to follow along a curvy or indirect path

Ex: The hiking trail meanders up the mountain , offering breathtaking views at every turn .
to trot
to trot [verb]

to run faster than a walk but slower than a full sprint

Ex: The children excitedly trotted to the ice cream truck when they heard the familiar jingle .
to stomp
to stomp [verb]

to tread heavily and forcefully, often with a rhythmic or deliberate motion

Ex: The angry child proceeded to stomp away from the playground .
to scuttle
to scuttle [verb]

to move quickly and with short, hasty steps

Ex: Frightened by the barking dog , the squirrel scuttled up the tree to safety .
to cartwheel
to cartwheel [verb]

to perform a gymnastic move involving rolling the body sideways in a full circle, typically with arms and legs extended

Ex: After scoring the winning goal , the soccer player could n't contain his joy and cartwheeled in celebration .
to wriggle
to wriggle [verb]

to twist, turn, or move with quick, contorted motions

Ex: As the fishing line tightened , the fish began to wriggle , attempting to free itself from the hook .
to somersault
to somersault [verb]

to perform a gymnastic or acrobatic movement in which the body makes a complete revolution, typically forwards or backwards, with the feet passing over the head

Ex: In the thrilling finale , the circus performer somersaulted through a ring of fire , leaving the crowd in awe .
to flit
to flit [verb]

to move quickly and lightly from somewhere or something to another

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to jig
to jig [verb]

to dance, move, or skip with quick, lively steps

Ex: During the carnival parade , participants dressed in colorful costumes jigged along the route , entertaining spectators .
to dart
to dart [verb]

to move swiftly and abruptly in a particular direction

Ex: Faced with an approaching storm , the pedestrians darted for cover .
to haul
to haul [verb]

to pull something or someone along the ground, usually with difficulty

Ex: The sailors hauled the anchor aboard , straining under its weight .
to slither
to slither [verb]

to move smoothly and quietly, like a snake

Ex: The river serpent slithered along the muddy bank .
to clamber
to clamber [verb]

to climb a surface using hands and feet

Ex: In the dense forest , the hiker had to clamber up a steep slope to continue on the trail .
to flop
to flop [verb]

to move in a loose, uncontrolled, or erratic manner

Ex: After a long run , the exhausted runner 's legs started to flop as they struggled to maintain pace .
to bolt
to bolt [verb]

to move or run away quickly and unexpectedly

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to plop
to plop [verb]

to fall or drop with a soft, muffled sound

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to zip
to zip [verb]

to move rapidly

Ex: The magician appeared to zip from one side of the stage to the other in the blink of an eye .
to whisk
to whisk [verb]

to move quickly and lightly in a particular direction or manner

Ex: The speeding car whisked past , leaving a trail of dust behind on the country road .
to streak
to streak [verb]

to move swiftly in a specified direction, leaving a visible trail or mark

Ex: The cyclist streaks down the hill , wind rushing past as the wheels spin .
to waddle
to waddle [verb]

to walk with short, clumsy steps and a swaying motion from side to side, typically as a result of being overweight or having short legs

Ex: The toddler waddled around the room , giggling with delight at his newfound ability to walk .
C2 Level Wordlist
Size and Magnitude Weight and Stability Quantity Intensity
Pace Shapes Importance and Essentiality Commonness and Uniqueness
Difficulty and Challenge Price and Luxuriousness Quality Success and Wealth
Failure and Poverty Body Shape Age and Appearance Comprehension and Intelligence
Personal Traits Emotional States Trigerring Emotions Feelings
Relationship Dynamics and Connections Social and Moral Behaviors Tastes and Smells Sounds
Textures Thoughts and Decisions Complaint and Criticism Harmony and Discord
Communication and Discussion Body Language and Emotional Actions Order and Permission Advice and Influence
Honor and Admiration Request and Answer Attempt and Prevention Changing and Forming
Movements Preparing Food Food and Drinks Natural Environment
Animals Weather and Temperature Disaster and Pollution Work Environment
Occupations Accommodation Transportation Tourism and Migration
Hobbies and Routines Sports Arts Cinema and Theater
Literature Music Clothes and Fashion Architecture
History Culture and Custom Society Religion
Philosophy Linguistics Politics Law
Crime Punishment War and Army Government
Education Media Technology and Internet Marketing and Advertisement
Shopping Business and Management Finance Scientific Fields and Studies
Medicine Health Condition Recovery and Treatment Human Body
Psychology Biology Chemistry Physics
Astronomy Mathematics Geology Engineering
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