Tag Archive: Entertainment – Expert

©Rebecca Cabage/Invision/AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. transformative /trans-FAWR-muh-tiv/ [adjective] – causing a major change to someone or something, especially in a way that improves it The internet had a transformative effect on global communication. emblematic /em-bluh-MAT-ik/ [adjective] – representing a particular person, group, or idea The dove is emblematic of peace. resonance /REZ-uh-nuhns/ [noun] – the quality of being loud, clear, and continuing for a long time; the power to bring strong feelings or memories The singer’s voice had resonance in the big hall. tenacity /tuh-NAS-i-tee/ [noun] – the determination to continue what you are doing His tenacity helped him…
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©(Janzen Madsen via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. concurrent /kuhn-KUR-uhnt/ [adjective] – happening or existing at the same time The conference had five concurrent workshops in different rooms. tranquil /TRANG-kwil/ [adjective] – calm and peaceful, without noise or disturbance She enjoyed the tranquil garden filled with blooming flowers. reminiscent /rem-uh-NIS-uhnt/ [adjective] – making someone remember something similar from the past The melody is reminiscent of songs from the early jazz era. obsolescence /ob-suh-LES-uhns/ [noun] – the state of being no longer used or no longer useful, usually because something newer or better has replaced it Many experts warn that failure…
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©AP Photo/Tyler Kaufman, File Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. distinguished /dih-STING-gwisht/ [adjective] – used to describe a person, especially an older person, who looks formal, stylish, or has an excellent reputation The chef is a distinguished guest at the food festival. artistry /AHR-ti-stree/ [noun] – great skill in creating or performing something, such as in painting, music, or dancing Her dancing showed amazing artistry on the stage. integrity /in-TEG-ri-tee/ [noun] – the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles The teacher is respected for her honesty and integrity. steadfast /STED-fast/ [adjective] – staying the same for a long time…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cardiovascular /kahr-dee-oh-VAS-kyuh-ler/ [adjective] – relating to the heart and blood vessels Exercise helps improve cardiovascular health in daily life. captivating /kAP-tuh-vey-ting/ [adjective] – holding your attention by being extremely interesting, exciting, or beautiful The artist made a captivating painting of the ocean. sinister /SIN-uh-ster/ [adjective] – making you feel that something bad or evil might happen The forest looked sinister in the fog. monstrous /MON-struhs/ [adjective] – very large, ugly, and frightening in appearance or character A monstrous creature appeared in the video game. commendable /kuh-MEN-duh-buhl/ [adjective] – deserving praise His commendable action helped the lost…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. authentic /aw-THEN-tik/ [adjective] – if something is authentic, it is real, true, or what people say it is The restaurant serves authentic Filipino food made with fresh ingredients. substantially /suhb-STAN-shuh-lee/ [adverb] – to a large degree or in a basic and important way The company’s profits increased substantially last year. phenomenal /fi-NOM-uh-nl/ [adjective] – extremely successful or special, especially in a surprising way The athlete gave a phenomenal performance in the finals. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – something that has never happened before The team’s victory was unprecedented in the history of the tournament. collaborative /kuh-LAB-uh-rey-tiv/ [adjective]…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. authenticity /aw-then-TIS-i-tee/ [noun] – the quality of being real or true The painting’s authenticity was confirmed by an expert. immersive /ih-MUR-siv/ [adjective] – seeming to surround the audience, player, etc., so that they feel completely involved The museum created an immersive experience with lights and sounds. nostalgia /no-STAL-juh/ [noun] – a feeling of pleasure and also slight sadness when thinking about things from the past Hearing that song gave him a strong sense of nostalgia. analyst /AN-l-ist/ [noun] – someone whose job is to study or examine something in detail A sports analyst explained why the…
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©(Warner Bros. Pictures via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. deficit /DEF-uh-sit/ [noun] – the amount by which something, especially money or resources, is too small The company reduced its budget deficit by cutting unnecessary expenses. quest /kwest/ [noun] – a long or difficult search for something The scientist went on a quest to discover a new species in the Amazon rainforest. alliance /uh-LAHY-uhns/ [noun] – an agreement to work together for a common goal The environmental group formed an alliance with local farmers to promote sustainable practices. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – never done or known before There was an unprecedented…
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©(Matt Crossick/PA Media Assignments via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. commemorative /kuh-MEM-uh-rey-tiv/ [adjective] – intended to honor or remember someone or something The school held a commemorative ceremony to honor past students who had made significant contributions to the community. tribute /TRIB-yoot/ [noun] – something done, given, or said to show respect or admiration The band played a special song as a tribute to their late drummer. inscribe /in-SKRAHYB/ [verb] – to write or carve words onto something, especially for permanent display Her name was inscribed on a trophy for her outstanding performance. resonate /REZ-uh-neyt/ [verb] – to produce an…
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©AP Photo/ Chris Szagola, File Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. prominent /PROM-uh-nuhnt/ [adjective] – important, well-known, or easily noticed He became a prominent scientist after publishing groundbreaking research. integral /IN-ti-gruhl/ [adjective] – necessary to make a whole complete Teamwork is an integral part of the project’s success. contribute /kuhn-TRIB-yoot/ [verb] – to give something, especially to a common cause or effort Everyone should contribute ideas to improve the project. gratitude /GRAT-i-tood/ [noun] – a feeling of thankfulness She expressed her gratitude for the help she received during her illness. departure /dih-PAHR-cher/ [noun] – the act of leaving or going away from…
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©Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. camaraderie /kah-muh-RAH-duh-ree/ [noun] – a feeling of friendliness toward people with whom you work or share an experience The team’s camaraderie grew stronger after they spent weeks working on the project together. collegial /kuh-LEE-juhl/ [adjective] – relating to a friendly relationship between colleagues who share responsibility The meeting had a collegial atmosphere, with everyone freely sharing their ideas. anecdote /AN-ik-doht/ [noun] – a short, often amusing story about a real incident or person She told a funny anecdote about her first day at the new job. eclectic /ih-KLEK-tik/ [adjective] – consisting of different styles,…
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