C1 Level Wordlist - Shapes and Colors

Here you will learn some English words about shapes and colors, such as "amber", "beige", "arch", etc. prepared for C1 learners.

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C1 Level Wordlist
amber [adjective]

having a yellowish-brown color

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emerald [adjective]

having a bright green color

Ex: The forest was alive with the emerald hues of new spring growth .
ruby [adjective]

purplish-red in color

Ex:
beige [adjective]

having a pale, light brown color like sand

Ex: He wore a beige suit to the wedding , opting for a classic and understated look .
bronze [adjective]

deep reddish-brown in color

Ex:
burgundy [adjective]

deep red in color

Ex: He chose a pair of burgundy leather shoes to match his suit .
chestnut [adjective]

having a red-brown color

Ex: He wore a chestnut leather jacket that complemented his rugged appearance .
creamy [adjective]

having a color between yellow and white

Ex: The creamy clouds drifted lazily across the sky on a tranquil afternoon .
ebony [adjective]

having a dark black color

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hazel [adjective]

having a greenish-brown color

Ex: Her eyes were a striking hazel color , with flecks of green and gold .
khaki [adjective]

having a dull yellowish-brown color

Ex: The walls of the bedroom were painted in a soothing khaki color for a relaxed atmosphere .
olive [adjective]

grayish-green in color

Ex: The artist mixed different shades of green to create a beautiful landscape painting , with olive hues dominating the scene .
scarlet [adjective]

having a bright red color

Ex: Scarlet roses , vibrant against the backdrop of green foliage , adorned the garden .
sea-green [adjective]

bluish-green in color

Ex: The sea-green gemstone pendant sparkled in the sunlight , reminiscent of the tranquil waters of a tropical lagoon .
sky-blue [adjective]

light blue color like that of a cloudless sky

Ex: With its sky-blue waters and golden sands , the beach looked like something out of a postcard .
coal-black [adjective]

having a very dark black color

Ex: The coal-black smoke billowed from the factory chimney , darkening the sky and polluting the air .
snow-white [adjective]

having a pure white color like the snow

Ex: The snow-white petals of the cherry blossoms fluttered to the ground , carpeting the earth in delicate beauty .
subtle [adjective]

difficult to notice or detect because of its slight or delicate nature

Ex: The fragrance was subtle , hinting at notes of jasmine and sandalwood without overpowering the senses .
transparent [adjective]

able to be seen through

Ex: The plastic wrap was so transparent that it was difficult to see it on the package .
vibrant [adjective]

(of colors) bright and strong

Ex: The artist used vibrant blues and greens to depict the lush landscape in the painting .
dull [adjective]

(of colors) not very bright or vibrant

Ex: The old paint on the house had faded to a dull shade of blue .
contrast [noun]

differences in color or in brightness and darkness that an artist uses in a painting or photograph to create a special effect

Ex: The black-and-white photograph emphasized the stark contrast between light and dark .
arch [noun]

anything with a curved top and parallel sides

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circular [adjective]

having a shape like a circle

Ex: The architect designed a circular courtyard at the center of the building , providing a serene gathering space .
cone [noun]

(geometry) a three dimensional shape with a circular base that rises to a single point

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curl [noun]

something that resembles a spiral or coil

Ex: He noticed a delicate curl of smoke rising from the chimney of the cabin .
cylinder [noun]

(geometry) a solid or hollow shape with two circular bases at each end and straight parallel sides

Ex: The artist sculpted a beautiful marble cylinder as part of a modern art installation .

a measure of the height, length, or width of an object in a certain direction

Ex: The artist 's sculptures seemed to defy conventional dimensions , playing with space and form in unexpected ways .

an angle measuring exactly 90 degrees

Ex: The painter meticulously ensured that the lines on the canvas formed right angles to create a sense of balance in the composition .
fragile [adjective]

easily damaged or broken

Ex: The fragile glass vase shattered when it fell to the ground .
immense [adjective]

extremely large or vast in physical size

Ex: The immense palace sprawled across acres of land , with countless rooms and corridors .
intact [adjective]

undamaged and complete

Ex: The fragile glassware survived the move across the country , arriving at its destination intact and unbroken .
invisible [adjective]

not capable of being seen with the naked eye

Ex: The invisible stains on the carpet were only revealed under UV light .
linear [adjective]

involving lines or having the shape of a straight line

Ex: The sculpture assumed a linear form standing neatly within the long , narrow planter bed it was installed inside of .
spiral [noun]

(geometry) a curved shape or design that gradually winds around a center or axis

Ex: The tornado formed a destructive spiral as it swept across the plains , leaving devastation in its wake .
rear [adjective]

situated or near the back of something

Ex: The rear compartment of the airplane was designated for passengers traveling in economy class .