Word Formation
Structures
Verb patterns
100

Many species are now considered __________ due to habitat loss. (DANGER)

ENDANGERED

100

I’m completely sure the report is accurate. (NO)
→ I __________________________ the report is accurate

I have no doubt that the report is accurate


100

Experts suggest people __________ (think) more critically.


think / should think

200

The country is facing serious __________ problems.

ECONOMIC

200

He was about to leave when the phone rang. (POINT)
→ He was __________________________ when the phone rang

He was on the point of leaving when the phone rang


200

He admitted  __________ (not / verify) the source.

not verifying / not having verified

300

Climbing that mountain without proper equipment is extremely __________.
(PERIL)

PERILOUS

300

The experiment followed strict safety rules. (ACCORDANCE)
→ The experiment was carried out __________________________ strict safety rules

→ The experiment was carried out in accordance with strict safety rules

300

People are concerned about __________ (lose) trust in the media.


losing

400

It is __________ true that climate change is affecting our planet.
(DENY)

undeniably


400

The teacher’s response was unexpected. (CAME)
→ The teacher’s response __________________________

 The teacher’s response came as a surprise


400

Experts recommend __________ (compare) different sources.


comparing

500

Volunteering can be a very __________ experience.(WORTH)


worthwhile


500

You must never ignore important warnings. (UNDER)
→ __________________________ important warnings



Under no circumstances should you ignore important warnings


500
  • The teacher advised us __________ (not / rely) on a single source.

  • Doctors advise __________ (limit) screen time before going to bed.

not to rely


limiting