Tag Archive: Science & Technology – Expert

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. deduce /dih-DOOS/ [verb] – to reach an answer or a decision by thinking carefully about the known facts From the footprints, the detective could deduce that someone had been in the house. esteemed /ih-STEEMD/ [adjective] – highly respected and admired The esteemed professor received an award for her research. ecosystem /EE-koh-sis-tuhm/ [noun] – all the living things in an area and the way they affect each other and the environment The forest is a complex ecosystem with many different plants and animals. evolve /ih-VOLV/ [verb] – to develop gradually, or to cause something or someone to…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. colossal /kuh-LOS-uhl/ [adjective] – extremely large The colossal statue towered over the city, visible from miles away. leverage /LEV-er-ij/ [verb] – to use or utilize effectively The team plans to leverage their expertise to solve the complex issue. orbit /AWR-buht/ [verb] – to move in a curved or elliptical path around a central object, such as a planet orbiting a star or a moon orbiting a planet The moon orbits Earth in a regular, predictable path, influenced by gravitational forces. constellation /kon-stuh-LAY-shn/ [noun] – any of the groups of stars in the sky that seem from…
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©REUTERS/Nikola Solic/File Photo Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. archaeological /aar-kee-uh-LO-juh-kl/ [adjective] – involving or relating to archaeology, which involves the study of ancient human societies through their material remains The archaeological site in Valencia holds ancient artifacts. ear canal /eer kuh-NAL/ [noun] – the tube in the body that connects the outer ear and the middle ear The doctor examined my ear canal to check for any signs of infection. dizziness /DI-zee-nuhs/ [noun] – a temporary feeling that your sense of balance is not good and that you may fall down The patient experienced sudden dizziness when standing up. altruism /AL-troo-iz-uhm/…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. comprehensive /kahm-pri-HEN-siv/ [adjective] – including everything that is necessary; complete The school offers a comprehensive range of courses in science and technology. seismic /SEE-zmik/ [adjective] – relating to or caused by earthquakes or other vibrations of the Earth and its crust The seismic activity in the region caused minor tremors last night. capability /key-puh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the ability or power to do something The new software greatly enhances our capability to analyze data efficiently. transformative /trans-FORM-uh-tiv/ [adjective] – causing a marked change in someone or something The discovery of antibiotics was transformative for modern medicine. deployment…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. unexpected /un-ik-SPEK-tid/ [adjective] – not expected; surprising The sudden rainstorm was unexpected and caught everyone by surprise. nocturnal /nok-TUR-nl/ [adjective] – active during the night rather than during the day Owls are nocturnal birds that hunt at night for small animals like mice. elusive /i-LOO-siv/ [adjective] – difficult to find, catch, or achieve The elusive thief managed to escape from the police yet again. graceful /GREYS-fuhl/ [adjective] – having or showing grace or elegance The ballet dancer performed with graceful movements that mesmerized the audience. awkward /AWK-werd/ [adjective] – causing or feeling embarrassment or inconvenience He…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. sinuous /SIN-yoo-uhs/ [adjective] – moving in a twisting, curving, or indirect way, or having many curves The river followed a sinuous path through the valley, winding gracefully between the hills. terrain /tuh-REYN/ [noun] – an area of land, when considering its natural features The hikers navigated the rugged terrain carefully, climbing over rocks and through dense forests. grasp /grasp/ [noun] – understanding or comprehension of something His grasp of quantum physics allowed him to contribute significantly to the latest research findings. trajectory /truh-JEK-tuh-ree/ [noun] – metaphorically refers to the expected paths or courses of development and…
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©Scott Reid/Handout via REUTERS Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. precursor /pri-KUR-ser/ [noun] – something that happened or existed before another thing, especially if it either developed into it or had an influence on it The discovery of primitive bone tools is considered a precursor to more advanced tool-making techniques in human history. roam /rohm/ [verb] – to move about or travel, especially without a clear idea of what you are going to do In a bustling city, pigeons often roam the streets, pecking at scraps and searching for food. pineal gland /PIN-ee-uhl GLAND/ [noun] – a small organ in the brain…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. discern /dih-SURN/ [verb] – to perceive, recognize, or detect something, typically something subtle or not easily noticeable She could discern his hesitation from the way he avoided eye contact. arthritis /ahr-THRAHY-tis/ [noun] – a serious condition in which a person’s joints (the places where two bones are connected) become painful, swollen, and stiff Her grandmother struggled with arthritis, making it difficult for her to move comfortably. preliminary /pri-LIM-uh-ner-ee/ [adjective] – coming before a more important action or event, especially introducing or preparing for it The preliminary findings from the study suggest a need for further investigation…
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©Rodrigo Temp Muller/Handout via REUTERS/File Photo Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. diminutive /dih-MIN-yuh-tiv/ [adjective] – very small or tiny The diminutive puppy fit perfectly in the palm of her hand. fossilized /FOS-uh-lized/ [adjective] – preserved in the form of a fossil The fossilized remains of the dinosaur were unearthed by archaeologists last summer. predator /PRED-uh-ter/ [noun] – an animal that hunts, kills, and eats other animals The tiger is a formidable predator known for its stealth and strength in hunting prey. extinction /ik-STINGK-shuhn/ [noun] – a situation in which something no longer exists The extinction of the dinosaurs occurred millions of…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. pivotal /PIV-uh-tl/ [adjective] – extremely important or critical, especially in affecting the future or outcome of something The invention of the printing press was a pivotal moment in the history of communication. dominant /DOM-uh-nuhnt/ [adjective] – having power and influence over others Lions are dominant animals in their habitats, often leading prides of other lions. genetic /juh-NET-ik/ [adjective] – relating to genes or heredity, particularly the study of how traits are passed down through generations Genetic research has led to significant breakthroughs in understanding inherited diseases. mutation /myoo-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a change in the DNA sequence…
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