
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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perish |
To perish means to die.
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persistent |
If someone is persistent, it means they are stubborn about their idea or opinion.
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perspective |
A perspective is a way of looking at a topic or situation.
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phase |
A phase is a distinct time period in a sequence of events.
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phenomenon |
A phenomenon is a state or process that is known through the senses rather than by intuition or reasoning.
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philosophy |
Philosophy is the rational investigation of questions about existence, knowledge, and ethics.
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physical |
If something is physical, it means it relates to the body rather the mind or the spirit.
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plus |
Plus is used to describe something on the positive side or higher end of a scale.
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policy |
A policy is a plan of action adopted by an individual or organisation.
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portable |
If something is portable it is easy and convenient to transport.
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portion |
A portion is a part of a whole.
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posed |
If something is posed, it means it has been arranged in a particular way so that it can be photographed.
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positive |
If something is described as positive, it means it is characterised by acceptance, certainty, and goodness.
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potential |
Your potential is your ability or capacity to do something.
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practitioner |
A practitioner is someone who practices a learned profession.
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preceding |
Preceding describes something that existed or came before.
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