Tag Archive: Health & Lifestyle – Expert

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. erratic /ih-RAT-ik/ [adjective] – not regular, certain, or expected His driving became erratic after the sudden rainstorm began. paramount /PAR-uh-mount/ [adjective] – more important than anything else Safety is paramount in any construction project. logistical /luh-JI-stuh-kl/ [adjective] – relating to the careful organization of a complicated activity The event faced logistical problems due to bad weather. indisputable /in-di-SPYOO-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – true, and impossible to doubt The evidence was indisputable and proved the suspect’s guilt. steadfast /STED-fast/ [adjective] – staying the same for a long time and not changing quickly He remained steadfast in his beliefs despite…
Read more

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. moderate /MOD-er-it/ [adjective] – average in amount, level, or degree; not extreme or excessive The chef used a moderate amount of salt to balance the flavors in the soup. perception /per-SEP-shuhn/ [noun] – the way something is understood, interpreted, or seen by people Her perception of the school improved after meeting the friendly teachers. adverse /ad-VURS/ [adjective] – having a harmful or negative effect The medication was stopped because of its adverse effects on the patient’s liver. consensus /kuhn-SEN-suhs/ [noun] – a general agreement among a group of people There was a consensus among the committee…
Read more

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. hyperpalatable /hy-per-PA-luh-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – (of food) extremely tasty and hard to resist, often because of sugar, salt, or fat The snack was so hyperpalatable that it was hard to stop eating. catalyze /KA-tuh-lahyz/ [verb] – to cause or speed up a change or action The new program may catalyze a shift in eating habits. conscientious /kon-shee-EN-shuhs/ [adjective] – always doing work carefully and correctly He is very conscientious about choosing healthy food. transformative /trans-FOR-muh-tiv/ [adjective] – causing important and lasting change A balanced diet can have a transformative effect on health. uniform /YOO-nuh-fawrm/ [adjective] – the…
Read more

©(AP Photo/Mary Conlon) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. biodegradable /bahy-oh-di-GREY-duh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to break down naturally and safely in the environment The restaurant now uses biodegradable straws made from paper. synthetic /sin-THET-ik/ [adjective] – made by people using chemicals, not from natural things These shoes are made with synthetic rubber to last longer. polyester /POL-ee-es-ter/ [noun] – a man-made material used in clothing and fabric His shirt is made of polyester, so it dries very quickly. mycelium /mahy-SEE-lee-uhm/ [noun] – the root-like part of a fungus (used to make eco-friendly materials) Some companies use mycelium to make packaging instead of…
Read more

©AP Photo/Sophie Bates Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. resilience /ri-ZIL-yuhns,/ [noun] – the ability to be happy, successful, etc., again after something difficult or bad has happened After the storm, the town showed resilience by rebuilding quickly. advocate /AD-vuh-keyt/ [verb] – to publicly support or suggest an idea, development, or way of doing something He advocates for animal safety in his school. harmonious /hahr-MOH-nee-uhs/ [adjective] – having a pleasant tune or part; friendly and peaceful Their team has a harmonious relationship. restorative /ri-STAWR-uh-tiv/ [adjective] – making someone feel better or stronger again A walk in the forest was restorative. rehabilitation /ree-uh-bi-luh-TAY-shn/…
Read more

©(AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. inhumane /in-hyoo-MEYN/ [adjective] – cruel or lacking kindness toward people or animals Many people think keeping animals in small cages is inhumane. immobilize /ih-MOH-buh-lahyz/ [verb] – to stop something or someone from moving The net will immobilize the fish until they can be released. condemnation /kon-dem-NEY-shuhn/ [noun] – strong disapproval or criticism of something The mayor’s decision to close the park received public condemnation. toxicity /tok-SIS-i-tee/ [noun] – the level of poison or harmfulness in a substance Scientists are testing the toxicity of the new cleaning product. rodent /ROHD-nt/ [noun] – a…
Read more

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. ameliorate /uh-MEEL-yuh-reyt/ [verb] – to make a bad or unpleasant situation better The city plans to ameliorate traffic by building more bridges. stimulation /stim-yuh-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – encouragement of something to make it develop or become more active Music can provide mental stimulation during long study hours. comprehensive /kom-pri-HEN-siv/ [adjective] – complete and including everything that is necessary The teacher gave a comprehensive explanation of the science topic. holistic /hoh-LIS-tik/ [adjective] – dealing with or treating the whole of something or someone and not just a part A holistic approach to learning includes mind and body exercises….
Read more

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. sustained /suh-STEYND/ [adjective] – continuing for a long time without stopping The new policy was introduced after sustained criticism from environmental groups. synthetic /sin-THET-ik/ [adjective] – made by chemical processes rather than natural sources The company decided to replace synthetic flavors in its snacks with natural ones. additive /AD-i-tiv/ [noun] – a substance added to something in a small amount to improve it or preserve it The bread contains additives to keep it fresh longer. hyperactivity /hahy-per-ak-TIV-i-tee/ [noun] – a condition in which someone is too active and has difficulty sitting still or focusing Studies have…
Read more

©AP Photo/Mark Vancleave Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. preservation /prez-er-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of keeping something the same or preventing it from being damaged or destroyed The preservation of wild horses is important for future generations. assertive /uh-SUR-tiv/ [adjective] – behaving confidently and not afraid to say what is wanted or needed The teacher said being assertive helps students speak more in class. dominant /DOM-uh-nuhnt/ [adjective] – more important, powerful, or successful than other people or things The dominant animal led the group across the field. remarkable /ri-MAHR-kuh-buhl/ [adjective] – unusual or special and therefore surprising or worth mentioning The…
Read more

©AP Photo/Michel Euler Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. intensification /uhn-ten-suh-fuh-KAY-shn/ [noun] – the fact of becoming greater, more serious, or more extreme The intensification of the storm caused strong winds and heavy rain. prevalent /PREV-uh-luhnt/ [adjective] – existing very commonly or happening often Hot weather is prevalent in this part of the country. quadruple /kwo-DROO-puhl/ [verb] – to become four times as big, or to make something four times as big The company hopes to quadruple its sales by next year through better marketing. disproportionate /dis-pruh-PAWR-shuh-nit/ [adjective] – too large or too small in comparison with something else A disproportionate number…
Read more