11 Plus Vocabulary Words Starting With O

A solemn promise, often calling upon God or something sacred as witness; a sworn declaration

“Doctors take an oath to do no harm to their patients.”

A material thing that can be seen and touched; to express disapproval or opposition to something

“There was a strange object floating in the water.”

An expression of disapproval or opposition; a reason for disagreeing with something

“The lawyer shouted 'Objection!' when the question was asked.”

To make someone legally or morally bound to do something; to do something as a favour or kindness

“The contract obliges both parties to meet certain conditions.”

Not clearly expressed or easily understood; not well-known; to make unclear or difficult to see

“The meaning of the ancient text remains obscure to scholars.”

Stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or course of action despite good reasons to do so

“The obstinate child refused to eat his vegetables no matter what.”

To fill or take up a space, time, or position; to live or be situated in a place; to keep oneself busy

“The new sofa will occupy most of the living room.”

To happen or take place; to exist or be found; to come into the mind suddenly

“Earthquakes frequently occur in this region.”

A distinctive smell, especially an unpleasant one; a scent or fragrance

“A strange odour was coming from the basement.”

To cause someone to feel hurt, upset, or angry; to commit an illegal act

“I'm sorry if my comments offended you in any way.”

A sign or warning of something that will happen in the future, especially something significant or bad

“The black cat crossing their path was seen as a bad omen.”

A favourable time, situation, or set of circumstances that makes it possible to do something

“The job interview is a great opportunity to showcase your skills.”

To actively resist or disagree with something; to compete against someone

“Many citizens oppose the new tax increase.”

To keep someone in hardship and subjection by exercising cruel or unjust authority; to cause distress

“The dictator oppressed the citizens for decades.”

A thing that is or may be chosen; the freedom or right to choose between alternatives

“You have several options to choose from on the menu.”

A very unpleasant and prolonged experience; a severe trial or difficult test of character

“The hostages described their three-week ordeal in captivity.”

The point or place where something begins or is created; a person's social background or ancestry

“Scientists are studying the origin of the universe.”

A dental specialist who corrects irregularities of the teeth, especially using braces and other devices

“The orthodontist recommended braces to straighten her teeth.”

Characterized by pretentious or showy display; designed to impress or attract notice

“His ostentatious display of wealth annoyed his neighbours.”