Tag Archive: Health & Lifestyle – Expert

©AP Photo/Wong Maye-E, File Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. detrimental /de-truh-MEN-tl/ [adjective] – causing harm or damage Too much sugar is detrimental to good health. substantial /suhb-STAN-shuhl/ [adjective] – large in size, value, or importance The company made a substantial profit last year. formidable /FAWR-mi-duh-buhl/ [adjective] – very difficult to deal with or overcome Starting a new diet can be a formidable challenge. widespread /WAHYD-SPRED/ [adjective] – existing or happening in many places and/or among many people There was widespread support for the new policy. impactful /im-PAKT-fuhl/ [adjective] – having a powerful effect or influence His speech was very impactful and…
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©(AP Photo/Richard Drew) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. modified /MAH-duh-fide/ [adjective] – changed slightly to improve something or make it more suitable They used a modified chair design to support people with back problems. notable /NOH-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – important, interesting, or easy to notice There was a notable drop in temperature after the storm passed. osteoarthritis /os-tee-oh-ahr-THRAHY-tis/ [noun] – a medical condition that causes pain and stiffness in the joints, especially in older people My grandmother has osteoarthritis in her knees and finds it hard to walk. posture /POS-cher/ [noun] – the way someone holds their body when sitting or standing…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. allergy /AL-er-jee/ [noun] – a condition where the body reacts badly to certain substances like pollen, dust, or food Her allergy to peanuts causes her to break out in rashes. discomfort /dis-KUHM-fert/ [noun] – a feeling of physical or mental unease or pain The new shoes caused discomfort after walking for an hour. itchy /ICH-ee/ [adjective] – feeling the need to scratch a part of the body My arms feel itchy after being bitten by mosquitoes. pollen /POL-uhn/ [noun] – a fine powder from flowers that can cause allergies Pollen from the flowers made her sneeze…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. chemotherapy /kee-moh-THER-uh-pee/ [noun] – a medical treatment that uses drugs to kill cancer cells The patient with breast cancer underwent chemotherapy for six months. randomized /RAN-duh-mized/ [adjective] – arranged in a random order, not following a specific pattern The school conducted a randomized trial to test the effectiveness of different teaching methods. definitive /dih-FIN-i-tiv/ [adjective] – providing a final, clear answer or decision Scientists are waiting for a definitive report on the effectiveness of the new vaccine. insulin /IN-suh-lin/ [noun] – a hormone that regulates blood sugar levels People with diabetes often need insulin injections to…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. rescue /REH-skyoo/ [verb] – to save someone or something from a dangerous or harmful situation The firefighter rescued the cat from the burning house. procedural /pruh-SEE-jer-uhl/ [adjective] – relating to the correct or usual way of doing something There was a procedural mistake during the voting process. feasible /FEE-zuh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to be made, done, or achieved It is not feasible to build a school in two weeks. sustain /suh-STEYN/ [verb] – to keep something going over time They worked together to sustain the clean water project. logistical /luh-JI-stuh-kl/ [adjective] – relating to the planning…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. constitute /kon-sti-toot/ [verb] – to make up or form something Renewable energy sources constitute a major part of the country’s new power strategy. additive /AD-i-tiv/ [noun] – a substance that is added to food in order to improve its taste or appearance or to keep it fresh and stop it from decaying Some pet foods contain additives that improve flavor and shelf life. dietary /DAHY-i-ter-ee/ [adjective] – related to the food and drink regularly consumed by someone The doctor gave her dietary guidelines to help manage her allergies. compound /KOM-pound/ [noun] – a substance made from…
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©(AP Photo/Andres Kudacki, file) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. vigilance /VIJ-uh-luhns/ [noun] – careful attention to possible danger or problems The security team maintained strict vigilance during the international summit. deterioration /dih-teer-ee-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of becoming worse Experts are concerned about the deterioration of coral reefs due to climate change. vulnerable /VUHL-ner-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – likely to be harmed or affected by something The elderly are especially vulnerable during heatwaves. diagnostic /dahy-uhg-NOS-tik/ [adjective] – used to identify a disease or problem The hospital purchased new diagnostic equipment to detect heart conditions. complacency /kuhm-PLEY-suhn-see/ [noun] – a feeling of being too…
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©(Oliver Widger via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. corporate /KAWR-per-it/ [adjective] – relating to a large company or business She left her corporate job to open a small bakery in the countryside. diagnosis /dahy-uhg-NOH-sis/ [noun] – the identification of a disease or condition by a doctor After many tests, the doctor gave him a diagnosis of asthma. disillusioned /di-suh-LOO-zhnd/ [adjective] – disappointed because something is not as good as one believed Many young people feel disillusioned with politics today. contingency /kuhn-TIN-juhn-see/ [noun] – something that might happen and must be prepared for The company created a contingency plan in case…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. educator /EJ-oo-key-ter/ [noun] – a person who teaches or is involved in education The educator gave a talk on new ways to support student learning. aesthetic /es-THET-ik/ [adjective] – related to beauty or how something looks The museum changed its layout to improve the aesthetic experience for visitors. monetary /MON-i-ter-ee/ [adjective] – related to money or financial value The artist’s work had little monetary value but was emotionally important. tarnish /TAHR-nish/ [verb] – to lose shine or become dirty or discolored, especially for metal The silver spoon began to tarnish after being left out for days….
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. horticultural /hor-tuh-KUHL-chr-uhl/ [adjective] – relating to the science or practice of growing fruits, vegetables, flowers, or ornamental plants The city opened a new center offering horticultural training for urban farming. perennial /puh-REN-ee-uhl/ [adjective] – a plant that lives for more than two years and produces flowers or fruit every year Lavender is a perennial herb that returns each spring with fragrant blooms. dormant /DAWR-muhnt/ [adjective] – not active or growing but able to become active later The seeds stayed dormant through the winter until warmer temperatures arrived. manure /muh-NOOR/ [noun] – animal waste used to fertilize…
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