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©João Zilhão via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. interbreed /in-ter-BREED/ [verb] – to breed or mate between different species, varieties, or breeds Some animals can interbreed with others in the wild. contamination /kuhn-tam-uh-NEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the presence of harmful substances or impurities in something, especially food or water The water was unsafe because of contamination from nearby factories. measure /MEZH-er/ [verb] – to determine the size, amount, or degree of something The measure of the water is important for the recipe. accuracy /AK-yer-uh-see/ [noun] – the quality of being correct, precise, or free from mistakes The scientist checked the accuracy…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. discovery /dih-SKUHV-uh-ree/ [noun] – the process of finding or learning something for the first time The scientist made an important discovery about how plants grow. composition /kom-puh-ZISH-uhn/ [noun] – the way in which something is made or arranged, or the ingredients or elements that make it up The composition of the new material is still under study. lunar /LOO-ner/ [adjective] – relating to the moon The astronauts are preparing for a lunar landing on the moon. vertically /VUR-tuh-kuh-lee/ [adverb] – in a direction that is up and down, not sideways The tree grows vertically, reaching up…
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©(Forrest Collman/Allen Institute via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. unveil /uhn-VEYL/ [verb] – to reveal or introduce something publicly Apple unveiled its newest smartphone during the annual event yesterday. synapse /SIN-aps/ [noun] – the junction between two neurons where signals pass Scientists studied thousands of synapses to understand learning processes. tangled /TANG-guhld/ [adjective] – twisted together in a messy way The roots of the plant became tangled, making it difficult to repot. catalyze /KAT-l-ahyz/ [verb] – to cause or accelerate a process or reaction The discovery could catalyze new research into renewable energy. decipher /dih-SAHY-fer/ [verb] – to interpret or…
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©(Colossal Biosciences via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. resemble /ri-ZEM-buhl/ [verb] – to look like or be similar to The new robot is designed to resemble a human child to make it more approachable in classrooms. surrogate /SUR-uh-geyt/ [noun] – a female animal (in this case, a dog) that carries and gives birth to offspring for another individual or species The surrogate gave birth to healthy puppies. improbable /im-PROB-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – not likely to happen or be true It’s improbable that the small startup will outperform the tech giant in just one year. superficial /soo-per-FISH-uhl/ [adjective] – only concerned with…
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©NSF’s NoirLab via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. mysterious /mi-STEER-ee-uhs/ [adjective] – not explained or understood; difficult to understand or explain The disappearance of the plane remains mysterious, with no clues found. constant /KON-stuhnt/ [adjective] – happening regularly or all the time; never changing The constant noise from the traffic was bothering everyone in the office. profound /pruh-FOUND/ [adjective] – having a strong influence or effect; very deep The book had a profound effect on my view of life. implication /im-pli-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a possible future effect or result of an action or decision The new law has serious implications…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. genetically /juh-NEH-tuh-kuh-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that relates to genes or heredity The researchers studied the tortoises’ genetically diverse traits to understand their survival chances. survival /ser-VAHY-vuhl/ [noun] – the state of continuing to live or exist, especially in difficult conditions The tortoises’ survival depends on the zoo’s efforts to protect their natural habitat. conservation /kon-ser-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the protection of animals, plants, and natural resources The zoo’s conservation programs help endangered animals thrive in safe environments. emphasize /EM-fuh-sahyz/ [verb] – to give special importance or attention to something The guide will emphasize the importance…
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©(SpaceX via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. conclude /kuhn-KLOOD/ [verb] – to end something or bring it to a close The concert concluded with a fireworks display above the stadium. charter /CHAHR-ter/ [verb] – to hire or rent a vehicle or vessel for private use The research team chartered a boat to reach the remote island for their study. aboard /uh-BAWRD/ [preposition] – on or into a ship, aircraft, train, or other vehicle The passengers were already aboard the airplane when the storm started. domed /dohmd/ [adjective] – having a rounded or curved roof or top The observatory featured a…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. milestone /MAHYL-stohn/ [noun] – a significant event or point in development The team’s victory was a major milestone in their sports career. reflection /ri-FLEK-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of thinking deeply about something; consideration After the meeting, I took a moment for reflection on the new ideas presented. outdated /out-DEY-tid/ [adjective] – no longer in use or no longer useful because of being old-fashioned or out of date The old computer system is outdated and needs to be replaced. prototype /PROH-tuh-tahyp/ [noun] – an original model on which something is patterned or based The engineers created…
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