Tag Archive: Entertainment – Expert

©Photo by Matt Sayles/Invision/AP, File Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. historic /hi-STOR-ik/ [adjective] – important in history or likely to be remembered The decision marked a historic moment for broadcast television. multifaceted /muhl-tee-FAS-i-tid/ [adjective] – having many different aspects The agreement created a multifaceted partnership between companies. dominance /DOM-uh-nuhns/ [noun] – power or influence over others The platform’s dominance continues to grow among younger viewers. transition /tran-ZISH-uhn/ [noun] – a change from one state to another The industry is in transition as habits evolve. strategic /struh-TEE-jik/ [adjective] – carefully planned to achieve a goal Leaders made a strategic decision about distribution….
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©Heritage Auctions via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. chronicle /KRON-i-kuhl/ [noun] – a detailed written or visual record of events in the order they happened The documentary aimed to chronicle how early designs influenced the film’s marketing. paramount /PAIR-uh-mount/ [adjective] – more important than anything else; supreme Curators said the painting’s role in the campaign was paramount to shaping audience expectations. surge /surj/ [noun] – a sudden and strong increase The surge in bidding surprised auction analysts. derive /dih-RAHYV/ [verb] – to get or develop from something else Much of the painting’s value began to derive from its place in…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. frequent /FREE-kwuhnt/ [adjective] – happening often The café stayed open later due to frequent visits from evening customers. unpredictable /uhn-pri-DIK-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – not able to be predicted; changing without warning The weather caused delays because of unpredictable storms in the afternoon. sustained /suh-STEYND/ [adjective] – continuing for a long time The project succeeded because of sustained teamwork across all departments. acquaintance /uh-KWEYN-tns/ [noun] – a person known but not closely Several acquaintances attended the ceremony after hearing about the event. cultivate /KUHL-tuh-veyt/ [verb] – to develop or improve something The program aimed to cultivate interest in…
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©Netflix via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. eminent /EM-uh-nuhnt/ [adjective] – famous, respected, or important The eminent scientist spoke at the school event today. meticulous /muh-TIK-yuh-luhs/ [adjective] – very careful and with great attention to every detail The chef was meticulous when preparing the meal. resonant /REZ-uh-nuhnt/ [adjective] – making a deep, clear sound” OR “having a strong effect or importance The message in the speech was resonant for many listeners. compelling //kuhm-PEL-ing// [adjective] – very exciting and interesting and making you want to watch or listen The movie had a compelling storyline that surprised many viewers. transformative /trans-FOR-muh-tiv/ [adjective]…
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©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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