Tag Archive: Health & Lifestyle – Expert

©AP Photo/Ramon Espinosa, File Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. conservation / kon-ser-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the protection and preservation of the natural environment, including wildlife and natural resources The government is focusing on conservation to protect endangered species. endowment /en-DOU-muhnt/ [noun] – a fund or income provided for a specific purpose, often for charitable or educational purposes The university has a large endowment to support research projects. groundbreaking /GROUND-brey-king/ [adjective] – introducing new and innovative ideas; revolutionary The scientist made groundbreaking discoveries in the field of medicine. credit insurance /KRED-it in-SHOOR-uhns/ [noun] – insurance that protects lenders against the risk of borrowers…
Read more

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. scenic /SEE-nik/ [adjective] – having or allowing you to see beautiful natural features The mountain offers a scenic view of the valley below. chronic /KRON-ik/ [adjective] – (especially of a disease or something bad) continuing for a long time She suffers from chronic back pain that requires regular therapy. bolster /BOHL-ster/ [verb] – to strengthen or support Regular exercise bolsters your immune system and overall health. adverse /ad-VURS/ [adjective] – having a negative or harmful effect on something The project was delayed due to adverse weather conditions. traction /TRAK-shuhn/ [noun] – the extent to which a…
Read more

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. prolonged /pruh-LAWNGD/ [adjective] – continuing for a long time The prolonged drought has severely impacted the region’s agriculture. culling /KUHL-ing/ [noun] – the intentional killing animals to prevent the spread of a disease The culling of sick animals helped stop the disease from spreading. subsequent /SUHB-si-kwuhnt/ [adjective] – happening after something else The storm and the subsequent flooding caused significant damage to the village. exacerbate /ig-ZAS-er-beyt/ [verb] – to make a problem, bad situation, or negative feeling worse The heavy rainfall exacerbated the flooding in the low-lying areas. flock /flok/ [noun] – a group of birds…
Read more

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. eligible /EL-i-juh-buhl/ [adjective] – having the necessary qualities or satisfying the necessary conditions Only students who score above 80% are eligible for scholarships. transaction /tran-SAK-shuhn/ [noun] – an occasion when money is exchanged or payments are made The store provides a receipt for every transaction to help customers track their expenses. disproportionately /dis-pruh-PAWR-shuh-nit-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that is too large or too small in comparison to something else The rule disproportionately favors older students over younger ones. monopolistic /muh-naa-puh-LI-stuhk/ [adjective] – controlling or trying to control a market to the exclusion of others The…
Read more

©REUTERS/Louisa Gouliamaki Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. inhibit /in-HIB-it/ [verb] – to prevent or restrain an action or process Strict rules often inhibit creativity in the classroom. battlefield /BAT-l-feeld/ [noun] – a place where a battle is being fought or has been fought in the past The old battlefield is now a peaceful park visited by tourists. excessive /ik-SES-iv/ [adjective] – too much The excessive use of plastic is harmful to the environment. regimen /REJ-uh-muhn/ [noun] – a planned course, especially of diet, exercise, or medical treatment, designed to improve or maintain health She followed a strict skincare regimen to improve…
Read more

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. culinary /KYOO-luh-ner-ee/ [adjective] – relating to cooking or the art of cooking Her culinary skills were evident in the beautifully presented three-course meal. repertoire /REP-er-twahr/ [noun] – all the things that someone can do, all the methods that someone can use, etc. As a chef, her repertoire of dishes ranged from simple salads to complex desserts. labor /LEY-ber/ [noun] – practical work, esp. work that involves physical effort Dividing household labor can help couples maintain a balanced relationship. expertise /ek-sper-TEEZ/ [noun] – a high level of knowledge or skill in a particular area His expertise in…
Read more

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. degradation /deg-ruh-DEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process in which something is damaged or worsens in quality, condition, or level The degradation of the forest due to illegal logging has become a serious issue. livelihood /lAHYV-lee-hood/ [noun] – the way someone earns the money they need to pay for food, a place to live, etc. Many farmers depend on the land for their livelihood. aquaculture /AK-wuh-kuhl-cher/ [noun] – the cultivation of aquatic organisms such as fish or plants for food The growth of aquaculture has helped reduce pressure on wild fish populations. sustainable /suh-STEY-nuh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to…
Read more

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. inflation / in-FLEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a general increase in prices and fall in the purchasing value of money Due to inflation, the cost of living has risen across many countries. contrast /kuhn-TRAST/ [verb] – to compare two things to show their differences The teacher asked the class to contrast the two novels for their themes. price-sensitive /prahys SEN-si-tiv/ [adjective] – easily influenced or affected by changes in prices Price-sensitive customers usually wait for sales before making big purchases. promotion /pruh-MOH-shuhn/ [noun] – a marketing activity to encourage sales The store ran a promotion to boost holiday…
Read more

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. brewmaster /BROO-mas-ter/ [noun] – a person who is responsible for brewing beer The brewmaster created a new recipe for a seasonal beer. alcohol-free /AL-kuh-hawl free/ [adjective] – not containing alcohol; free from alcoholic content Many people enjoy alcohol-free drinks at parties. acknowledge /ak-NOL-ij/ [verb] – to accept or admit the existence or truth of something She will acknowledge the importance of teamwork in her presentation. retain /ri-TEYN/ [verb] – to keep possession of; to continue to have The library will retain old books for future readers. aroma /uh-ROH-muh/ [noun] – a pleasant smell, often associated with…
Read more

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. alarming /uh-LAHR-ming/ [adjective] – causing worry or fear The news of the wildfire was alarming to everyone in the town. epicenter /EP-uh-sen-ter/ [noun] – the central point of something, especially a problem or situation The town became the epicenter of the debate over the new school policy. dramatically /druh-MAT-ik-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that is sudden and noticeable The temperature dropped dramatically as the storm approached. allocation /al-uh-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of distributing resources or duties for a specific purpose The allocation of funds to the new project was completed last week. uninformed /uh-nuhn-FORMD/…
Read more