Back to Report
spot · noun C /spɑt/Full view
Nouns: spot
Adjectives: spotted, spotless
Verbs: spot
Adverbs: spotlessly
spot (CIRCLE)
B1 a small, round mark which is a different color from the surface it is on
Dictionary examples:

He had a spot on his tie.

I wore that skirt with the green spots.

Learner example:

This lamp is green with yellow spots on it and in my opinion it's perfect for my room. (Preliminary English Test; B1; Turkish)

spot (PLACE)
B2 a place
Dictionary example:

This looks like a nice spot for a picnic.

Learner example:

Lake Frene is just a lake, there's nothing to do and it's a crowded spot. (First Certificate in English; B2; French)

have a soft spot for sb/sth
C2 to like someone or something a lot
Dictionary example:

I've always had a soft spot for her.

Learner example:

I would definitely like to return there because I really enjoy museums and as I have always had a soft spot for art, I can say that, that Foundation is my cup of tea. (Certificate of Proficiency in English; C2; French)

on the spot
C2 immediately
Dictionary example:

I accepted the job on the spot.

Learner example:

And when it was Meredith's turn to tell her about her impending wedding, she felt she was going to have a heart attack on the spot. (Certificate of Proficiency in English; C2; Spanish)

put sb on the spot
C2 to ask someone a question that is difficult or embarrassing to answer at that time
Dictionary example:

Sorry to put you on the spot, but I really need an answer.

spot · verb T /spɑt/
Nouns: spot
Adjectives: spotted, spotless
Verbs: spot
Adverbs: spotlessly
spot
B2 to see or notice something or someone
Dictionary examples:

I've just spotted Malcolm - he's over there, near the entrance.

If you spot any mistakes in the article just mark them with a pencil.

Darryl spotted a woodpecker high on the tree.

I soon spotted what was wrong with the printer.

Learner example:

It is very easy to spot because there is a big sign [for] the hotel next to the building. (First Certificate in English; B2; Thai)

Cambridge logo