C1 English Vocabulary — Page 8
Curated CEFR C1 English words for essay writing, professional communication, and competitive exams.
Vocabulary Levels
C1 Words — Page 8 by Category (40 words)
Greetings & Introductions (1)
Work & Jobs (1)
Time & Dates (1)
Numbers & Quantities (1)
Places & Transportation (1)
Clothes & Appearance (1)
Body & Health (2)
Feelings & Emotions (1)
Descriptions / Adjectives (1)
Communication (1)
Technology (1)
Law, Politics & Society (1)
Business & Economics (1)
Sports & Entertainment (1)
Intellect & Logic (4)
Ethics & Values (7)
Advanced GRE / C2 (1)
C1 Level Exam Equivalents
Approximate scores that correspond to CEFR C1 in the most common English exams:
| Exam | C1 equivalent |
|---|---|
| Cambridge English | C1 Advanced (CAE) |
| IELTS | Band 7.0–8.0 |
| TOEFL iBT | 95–113 |
| PTE Academic | 76–84 |
| TOEIC Listening & Reading | 945+ |
Score equivalents are approximate and for guidance only. SophDict is not affiliated with Cambridge English, IELTS, ETS, or Pearson.
Frequently Asked Questions about C1 Vocabulary
What does CEFR level C1 mean?
C1 is the Advanced level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). A learner at C1 can express ideas fluently and use language flexibly for social, academic, and professional purposes.
What is the CEFR?
The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) is an international standard that describes language ability on a six-level scale: A1 and A2 (basic user), B1 and B2 (independent user), and C1 and C2 (proficient user).
Which exams require C1 level vocabulary?
CEFR C1 corresponds approximately to Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. Learning the words on this list helps you reach that level in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
What IELTS band is C1?
CEFR C1 is roughly equivalent to IELTS band 7.0–8.0. Most universities in the UK, Australia, and Canada ask for IELTS 6.0–7.0, which falls in the B2–C1 range.
What TOEFL score is C1?
CEFR C1 is roughly equivalent to a TOEFL iBT score of 95–113 and a PTE Academic score of 76–84.
Is C1 vocabulary useful for the GRE, SAT, or GMAT?
Yes. Exams such as the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT assess precise, advanced vocabulary in reading and verbal reasoning. Many C1 words, especially formal and academic ones, appear in these tests.
How many words are in the C1 vocabulary list?
SophDict's C1 list contains 1210 words, divided into 31 pages of up to 40 words in alphabetical order.
Which C1 words are on page 8?
Page 8 contains 40 words, from "counselor" to "delegation", including counselor, counterpart, countless, courtesy, crawl, creator, credibility, credible, creep, critique.
What topics do the words in this C1 page cover?
The words are grouped by topic, including Common Actions / Verbs (crawl, creep, crush); Ethics & Values (credibility, credible, cult); Conflict & Opposition (cynical, damaging, defensive); Intellect & Logic (creator, critique, decision-making); Body & Health (counselor, deficiency).
How can I learn C1 vocabulary effectively?
Study a page at a time: open each word to read its definitions, example sentences, synonyms, and antonyms, listen to the pronunciation, and review the words with flashcards. Grouping words by topic also helps you remember them in context.
What comes after C1?
After C1, continue with the C2 vocabulary list at https://www.sophdict.com/formal-c2/1 to keep building your English level.