Tag Archive: Entertainment – Expert

©(Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. historic /hi-STOR-ik/ [adjective] – important or likely to be remembered in history The country celebrated a historic achievement in science. recognize /rek-uhg-NAHYZ/ [verb] – to accept that something is true or important, or to give praise or an award to someone The committee recognized the scientist for important research. cinematography /sin-uh-muh-TOG-ruh-fee/ [noun] – the art and methods of filming movies using cameras, lighting, and movement Students studied cinematography to understand visual storytelling. reputation /rep-yuh-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the opinion that people in general have about someone or something The company has a reputation…
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©Photo by Charles Sykes/Invision/AP,File Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. nomination /nom-uh-NAY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of officially suggesting someone for a position or award The film received a nomination for an international award. induction /in-DUHK-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of formally accepting someone into a group or organization The athlete celebrated induction into the sports hall of fame. milestone /MAHYL-stohn/ [noun] – an important event in the development or history of something The discovery marked a milestone in medical research. iconic /ahy-KON-ik/ [adjective] – very famous or popular, especially being considered to represent particular opinions or a particular time The building…
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©Jonathan Olley/Amazon MGM Studios via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. epic /EP-ik/ [noun] – a long story or event that is very large, important, or impressive The film became a space epic that attracted global audiences. dormant /DAWR-muhnt/ [adjective] – not active or growing now but able to become active later The volcano remained dormant for many years. reluctant /rih-LUHK-tuhnt/ [adjective] – not willing to do something and therefore slow to do it The student felt reluctant to speak in front of the class. collaboration /kuh-lab-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the situation of two or more people working together to create or…
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©Photo by Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. audacious /aw-DAA-shuhs/ [adjective] – showing a willingness to take bold risks The artist made an audacious decision to change the story. spectacle /SPEK-tuh-kuhl/ [noun] – an unusual or exciting event or scene The parade was a colorful spectacle in the city. omniscient /om-NISH-uhnt/ [adjective] – knowing everything The narrator is omniscient and understands all characters. entrenched /en-TRENCHT/ [adjective] – firmly established and difficult to change Old habits can become deeply entrenched over time. profound /pruh-FOUND/ [adjective] – felt or experienced very strongly or in an extreme way The speech had a…
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©AP Video: Rodrique Ngowi, Allen Breed, Sophie Bates Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. proliferation /pruh-lif-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – a sudden increase in the number or amount of something The proliferation of apps changed communication habits. convergence /kuhn-VUR-juhns/ [noun] – the situation in which two things become similar or come together The convergence of art and technology sparked debate. litigation /lit-i-GEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of taking legal action The company faced litigation over copyright claims. contentious /kuhn-TEN-shuhs/ [adjective] – causing or likely to cause disagreement The proposal became contentious during the meeting. skepticism /SKEP-tuh-siz-uhm/ [noun] – doubt that something is true or…
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©(AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez, file) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. momentum /moh-MEN-tuhm/ [noun] – the force that helps an activity or idea continue to grow or move forward The project gained momentum after several teams agreed to support the plan. convergence /kuhn-VUR-juhns/ [noun] – the act of different things coming together or becoming similar The convergence of education and technology changed the way students study. fatigue /fuh-TEEG/ [noun] – a state of feeling very tired after long effort or activity Long work hours can cause fatigue and reduce concentration. contemporary /kuhn-TEM-puh-rer-ee/ [adjective] – belonging to the present time Contemporary art often reflects…
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©Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. meticulous /muh-TIK-yuh-luhs/ [adjective] – very careful and giving great attention to detail The editor made a meticulous review of the final script before publication. integral /IN-ti-gruhl/ [adjective] – necessary and important as a part of something Public support became integral to the success of the campaign. extensive /ik-STEN-siv/ [adjective] – covering a large area or involving a lot of detail The company conducted extensive research before launching the product. precision /pri-SIZH-uhn/ [noun] – the quality of being exact and accurate The engineer worked with precision to avoid costly mistakes. dedication /dedication /ded-i-KEY-shuhn// [noun]…
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©Warner Bros. Pictures via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. robust /roh-BUHST/ [adjective] – strong and successful; showing great energy or strength The company reported robust profits after expanding overseas markets. promising /PROM-uh-sing/ [adjective] – howing signs of future success. The new technology produced promising results during early testing. polarize /POH-luh-rahyz/ [verb] – to cause people to have very different opinions about something The new policy may polarize voters before the election. uncertainty /uhn-SUR-tn-tee/ [noun] – a situation where something is not known or definite Economic uncertainty affected investor confidence this year. momentum /moh-MEN-tuhm/ [noun] – the force that keeps something…
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