11 Plus Vocabulary Words Starting With B

To send someone away as punishment; to get rid of something

“The king banished the traitor from the kingdom.”

A good deal where you pay less than expected, or to negotiate the price of something

“The coat was a real bargain at half the original price.”

Too poor or dry to produce vegetation; empty and lifeless

“The barren desert stretched for miles.”

Very pleasing to look at or experience; having qualities that delight the senses

“The sunset over the ocean was truly beautiful.”

For the reason that; used to explain why something happens

“I brought my umbrella because the forecast predicted rain.”

A small stream or brook, especially in northern England; also a gesture of summoning

“The children played by the beck at the bottom of the hill.”

To accept that something is true or that someone is telling the truth

“I believe that hard work leads to success.”

Hostile and aggressive; eager to fight

“The belligerent dog growled at everyone who passed.”

Puzzled, confused, or bewildered

“The bemused tourists couldn't find their way.”

An advantage or good result; to receive help or gain something positive

“Regular exercise has many benefits for your health.”

Well-meaning and kindly; showing goodwill

“The benevolent king helped all the poor in his kingdom.”

Surrounded by enemy forces trying to capture a place; overwhelmed by many demands or problems

“The castle was besieged for three months before the soldiers surrendered.”

To be disloyal to someone who trusts you; to reveal a secret or show hidden feelings

“He would never betray his best friend's secret.”

Completely confused and unable to understand

“The bewildered child couldn't find his parents in the crowd.”

A vehicle with two wheels that you ride by pushing pedals with your feet

“She rides her bicycle to school every morning.”

A container with flat sides, usually square or rectangular; to fight with fists as a sport

“She packed her belongings into a large cardboard box.”

Lasting only a short time; a short summary of information; to give someone essential information

“The meeting was brief and lasted only ten minutes.”

An island nation in northwest Europe, comprising England, Scotland, and Wales

“Britain is known for its rich history and royal family.”

Wide from side to side; covering a large range or variety of things

“The river was too broad to swim across safely.”

A dark mark on your skin caused by an injury; to cause such a mark or to hurt someone's feelings

“She got a purple bruise on her knee after falling off the swing.”

Abrupt or offhand in speech or manner; rudely brief

“The brusque waiter barely acknowledged our order.”

A heavy load; something difficult to bear or manage

“The donkey carried a heavy burden of supplies.”

Work relating to buying and selling goods or services; a company or shop; a matter or situation

“Her parents run a successful bakery business.”