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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. groundbreaking /GROUND-brey-king/ [adjective] – if something is groundbreaking, it is very new and a big change from other things of its type The scientist’s groundbreaking research in renewable energy opened new possibilities for sustainable development and revolutionized the way we harness power. intriguing /uhn-TREE-guhng/ [adjective] – very interesting because it is unusual or mysterious The antique shop displayed an intriguing collection of artifacts, each with a unique history that captivated the curiosity of every visitor. exhibit /ig-ZIB-it/ [verb] – to display or show prominently The artist will exhibit her latest paintings at the gallery, showcasing a…
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©Mercedes-Benz AG Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. renowned /ri-NOUND/ [adjective] – famous for something The renowned chef’s restaurant has received numerous awards for its innovative cuisine and exceptional service. surpass /ser-PAS/ [verb] – to do or be better than His dedication and hard work allowed him to surpass his previous personal best in the marathon, setting a new record for himself and inspiring others to aim higher. versatile /VUR-suh-tl/ [adjective] – able to change easily from one activity to another or able to be used for many different purposes The versatile actor effortlessly transitioned from comedy to drama, showcasing his range…
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©Nick Upton/Alamy Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. issue /ISH-oo/ [verb] – to produce or provide something official The city council will issue a statement regarding the new housing development tomorrow. severity /suh-VER-i-tee/ [noun] – seriousness The severity of the storm led to widespread damage in the coastal area. scenario /si-NAIR-ee-oh/ [noun] – a description of possible actions or events in the future In the worst-case scenario, the company may have to consider layoffs. timber /TIM-ber/ [noun] – trees that are grown so that the wood from them can be used for building The construction crew unloaded the fresh timber for the…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. proximity /prok-SIM-i-tee/ [noun] – the state of being near or close in distance or relationship The proximity of the new island to Iwo Jima is of great interest to scientists. attribute /uh-TRIB-yoot/ [verb] – to regard something as being caused by or originating from a particular source or factor Scientists attribute the island’s formation to the eruption of an underwater volcano. accumulate /uh-KYOO-myuh-leyt / [verb] – to gather or collect gradually over time The materials expelled from the volcano accumulated and formed the new island. lifespan /LAHYF-span/ [noun] – the duration of time that something, such…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. formation /fawr-MEY-shuhn / [noun] – the process of being formed or created, or the result of this process The formation of a snowflake is a beautiful natural process. realm /relm/ [noun] – a field or domain of activity or interest, often used to describe a particular area or scope The realm of science is filled with discoveries waiting to be made. frontier /fruhn-TEER/ [noun] – the outer limits or boundaries of an area, field, or knowledge, often suggesting exploration and expansion Pioneers explored the frontiers of the American West in the 19th century. underlying /UHN-der-lahy-ing/ [adjective]…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. hypothesis /hahy-POTH-uh-sis/ [noun] – an idea or explanation for something that is based on known facts but has not yet been proved The scientist formulated a hypothesis to explain the observed phenomena in the experiment. presumed /pruh-ZOOMD/ [adjective] – assumed or believed to be true without direct evidence The presumed winner celebrated cautiously until the official announcement. plausible /PLAW-zuh-buhl/ [adjective] – seeming likely to be true, or able to be believed The explanation provided seemed plausible, given the available evidence. swift /swift/ [adjective] – happening or moving quickly or within a short time, especially in a…
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