
Tier 2 words are less common than high frequency (Tier 1) words. They are often integral to the comprehension of exam questions or core subject knowledge.
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maintain |
If you maintain something, it means you keep it in a certain condition or position.
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maintenance |
Maintenance is the activity involved in keeping something in a particular condition.
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major |
If something is described as major, it means it is of great importance, stature, or rank.
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manipulation |
Manipulation is the act of exerting shrewd or devious influence, especially for one's own advantage.
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manual |
A manual is a small handbook.
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marginal |
Marginal means relating to a border or edge.
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mature |
If something is mature, it means it has reached full natural growth or development.
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maximise
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If you maximise something, it means you make it as large as possible.
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maximum |
The maximum is the largest possible quantity.
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mechanism |
A mechanism is a piece of machinery which has moving parts that perform a function.
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media |
Media refers the means of mass communication.
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mediation |
A mediation is a negotiation to resolve differences that is conducted by an impartial party.
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medical |
If something is medical, it means it is related to the study or practice of medicine.
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medium |
If something is medium, it means it is around the middle of a scale of evaluation.
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mental |
If something is mental, it means it is related to the mind.
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method |
A method is a particular way of doing something.
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migrate |
If you migrate, it means you move from one country or region to another and settle there.
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