Tag Archive: science & technology – expert

©ADAI/University of Coimbra Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. heroic /hi-ROH-ik/ [adjective] – very brave or great During the fire drill, the teacher displayed a heroic act by guiding the students to safety, showing bravery, and ensuring their well-being. minimize /MIN-uh-mahyz/ [verb] – to reduce something to the least possible level or amount In order to save energy and protect the environment, it is important to minimize the use of electricity by turning off lights when they are not needed. swiftly /SWIFT-lee/ [adverb] – quickly or immediately The rabbit swiftly hopped across the meadow, evading the fox’s pursuit with nimble grace. allocation…
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©NYU Langone Health Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. prompt /prompt / [verb] – to make someone decide to say or do something The passionate speech by the activist prompted the audience to take immediate action against climate change. fertile /FUR-tl/ [adjective] – (of people or animals) able to produce young The doctor assured the young woman that she had a fertile reproductive system, increasing her chances of conceiving a child. donor /DOH-ner/ [noun] – a person who gives some of their blood or a part of their body to help someone who is ill Doctors removed the healthy kidney from the…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. exaggerated /ig-ZAJ-uh-rey-tid/ [adjective] – seeming larger, more important, better, or worse than it really is The media’s portrayal of celebrities often creates an exaggerated perception of their lives. reassure /ree-uh-SHOOR/ [verb] – to comfort someone and stop them from worrying After the incident, the teacher reassured the students that everything was under control and they were safe. notion /NOH-shuhn/ [noun] – a belief or idea Many people have the notion that success comes overnight, but in reality, it requires consistent effort and dedication over a long period of time. deem /deem/ [verb] – to consider or…
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©techtimes Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. possess /puh-ZES/ [verb] – to have or own something, or to have a particular quality David possesses a strong work ethic, always completing his tasks with dedication. consumption /kuhn-SUHMP-shuhn/ [noun] – the amount used or eaten Excessive consumption of fatty foods has negative effects on one’s health. inefficient /in-i-FISH-uhnt / [adjective] – wasting time, money, energy, or other valuable possessions or qualities Using an inefficient workflow can result in wasted time and effort. initiative /ih-NISH-uh-tiv/ [noun] – a new plan or process to achieve something or solve a problem James took the initiative to organize…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. blend /blend/ [noun] – a mixture of different things or styles In the kitchen, the chef carefully prepared a delicious smoothie by combining various fruits into a perfect blend. enhance /en-HANS/ [verb] – to improve the quality, amount, or strength of something Lisa used a variety of colorful illustrations to enhance her presentation, making it more engaging and captivating for the audience. inclusion /in-KLOO-zhuhn/ [noun] – the act of including someone or something as part of a group, list, etc., or a person or thing that is included The school organized an event to promote inclusion…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. alarming /uh-LAHR-ming/ [adjective] – causing worry or fear The sudden rise in pollution levels is alarming, as it poses a serious threat to the health of our environment and the living beings that inhabit it. phenomenon /fi-NOM-uh-non/ [noun] – something that exists and can be seen, felt, tasted, etc., especially something unusual or interesting The Aurora Borealis is a natural phenomenon that occurs in the polar regions, where beautiful and colorful lights dance across the night sky. reproduction /ree-pruh-DUHK-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of having babies, producing young, or producing new plants Reproduction is the biological…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cultivated /KUHL-tuh-vey-tid/ [adjective] – produced or grown in a controlled environment, typically through tissue engineering or cell culture techniques The company specialized in the production of cultivated meat, using cell culture techniques to create sustainable and ethical alternatives. resemble /ri-ZEM-buhl/ [verb] – to look like or be like someone or something The pattern on the carpet resembles a swirling wave, adding a sense of movement to the room. texture /TEKS-cher/ [noun] – the quality of something that can be decided by touch; the degree to which something is rough or smooth, or soft or hard The…
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©Nonfiction Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. initiate /ih-NISH-ee-ey/ [verb] – to cause something to begin The fitness coach initiated the workout session, showing us proper form and technique. innovation /in-uh-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – (the use of) a new idea or method The introduction of a new technology brought about an era of innovation, revolutionizing the way people communicate. appetite /AP-i-tahyt/ [noun] – the feeling that you want to eat food The restaurant’s extensive menu catered to a variety of appetites, offering options for both vegetarian and meat lovers. humanity /hyoo-MAN-i-tee/ [noun] – the quality or condition of being human The artist’s painting…
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©Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne via telegraph.co.uk Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. initiate /ih-NISH-ee-eyt/ [verb] – to cause something to begin The government initiated a program to provide financial assistance to small businesses. trigger /TRIG-er/ [noun] – a device, as a lever, the pulling or pressing of which releases a catch or spring The trigger of the camera allowed her to capture the perfect moment. portable /PAWR-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – light and small enough to be easily carried or moved The portable speaker is lightweight and easy to carry around for outdoor parties. deficit /DEF-uh-sit/ [noun] – a disadvantage, impairment, or handicap…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. refined /ri-FAHYND/ [adjective] – improved because of many small changes that have been made The chef prepared a refined and elegant meal for the guests. specimen /SPES-uh-muhn/ [noun] – something shown or examined as an example; a typical example The biologist carefully examined the specimen under the microscope. amid /uh-MID/ [preposition] – in the middle of or surrounded by The children played happily amid the colorful balloons. awe / aw / [noun] – a feeling of great respect sometimes mixed with fear or surprise The majestic waterfall filled me with awe as I stood at its…
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