Tag Archive: science & technology – expert

©NSF’s NoirLab via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. mysterious /mi-STEER-ee-uhs/ [adjective] – not explained or understood; difficult to understand or explain The disappearance of the plane remains mysterious, with no clues found. constant /KON-stuhnt/ [adjective] – happening regularly or all the time; never changing The constant noise from the traffic was bothering everyone in the office. profound /pruh-FOUND/ [adjective] – having a strong influence or effect; very deep The book had a profound effect on my view of life. implication /im-pli-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a possible future effect or result of an action or decision The new law has serious implications…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. genetically /juh-NEH-tuh-kuh-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that relates to genes or heredity The researchers studied the tortoises’ genetically diverse traits to understand their survival chances. survival /ser-VAHY-vuhl/ [noun] – the state of continuing to live or exist, especially in difficult conditions The tortoises’ survival depends on the zoo’s efforts to protect their natural habitat. conservation /kon-ser-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the protection of animals, plants, and natural resources The zoo’s conservation programs help endangered animals thrive in safe environments. emphasize /EM-fuh-sahyz/ [verb] – to give special importance or attention to something The guide will emphasize the importance…
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©(SpaceX via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. conclude /kuhn-KLOOD/ [verb] – to end something or bring it to a close The concert concluded with a fireworks display above the stadium. charter /CHAHR-ter/ [verb] – to hire or rent a vehicle or vessel for private use The research team chartered a boat to reach the remote island for their study. aboard /uh-BAWRD/ [preposition] – on or into a ship, aircraft, train, or other vehicle The passengers were already aboard the airplane when the storm started. domed /dohmd/ [adjective] – having a rounded or curved roof or top The observatory featured a…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. milestone /MAHYL-stohn/ [noun] – a significant event or point in development The team’s victory was a major milestone in their sports career. reflection /ri-FLEK-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of thinking deeply about something; consideration After the meeting, I took a moment for reflection on the new ideas presented. outdated /out-DEY-tid/ [adjective] – no longer in use or no longer useful because of being old-fashioned or out of date The old computer system is outdated and needs to be replaced. prototype /PROH-tuh-tahyp/ [noun] – an original model on which something is patterned or based The engineers created…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. challenging /CHAL-in-jing/ [adjective] – difficult and requiring a lot of effort or skill The project was challenging because we had to meet tight deadlines. encounter /en-KOUN-ter/ [verb] – to experience or come upon something, especially unexpectedly He encountered many problems during his first week at work. complication /kom-pli-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a situation or condition that makes something more difficult or confusing The meeting had some complications due to technical issues. malfunctioning /mal-FUHNGK-shuh-nuhng/ [adjective] – not working properly The equipment was malfunctioning, so the team had to stop the experiment. highlight /HAHY-lahyt/ [verb] – to emphasize or…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. interface /IN-ter-feys/ [noun] – a point where two systems, subjects, or organizations meet and interact The new smartphone has a user-friendly interface that helps seniors navigate apps easily. intent /in-TENT/ [noun] – the purpose or goal that someone wants to achieve The company’s intent was to reduce waste through improved packaging. electrode /ih-LEK-trohd/ [noun] – a small device that conducts electricity and is used to detect or deliver electrical signals Doctors placed electrodes on the patient’s chest to monitor heart activity during the test. synthesizer /SIN-thuh-sahy-zer/ [noun] – an electronic device or software that generates sound,…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. repercussion /ree-per-KUHSH-uhn/ [noun] – an unintended negative consequence or effect The deforestation in the Amazon rainforest may have severe repercussions on global climate patterns. equator /ih-KWEY-ter/ [noun] – an imaginary line around the middle of the Earth, equally distant from the North Pole and the South Pole Countries near the equator typically experience higher temperatures throughout the year. erratic /ih-RAT-ik/ [adjective] – unpredictable or irregular Farmers struggled due to the erratic rainfall during the planting season. precipitation /pri-sip-i-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – moisture falling from the atmosphere, such as rain or snow Increased precipitation during the rainy season…
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©(Qiong Wu via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. abdomen /AB-duh-muhn/ [noun] – the part of the body between the chest and the pelvis that contains the stomach and other organs The snake’s abdomen expanded after swallowing its prey whole. anatomical /an-uh-TOM-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – relating to the structure of the body The bird used its anatomical features to catch insects hidden under tree bark. morphology /mawr-FOL-uh-jee/ [noun] – the form and structure of organisms or their parts The study compared the morphology of different bird beaks to understand their diets. appendage /uh-PEN-dij/ [noun] – a body part that is attached to…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. evolve /ih-VOLV/ [verb] – to develop gradually, especially from a simple to a more complex form The company’s business model continues to evolve as it grows and learns from customer feedback. notable /NOH-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – worthy of attention or notice; remarkable The scientist made a notable discovery that could change medical treatments. extension /ik-STEN-shuhn/ [noun] – the action of increasing the length of something We applied for an extension on our project deadline to finish the remaining work. percentage /per-SEN-tij/ [noun] – a part or share of a whole, expressed as a fraction of 100 The…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. feedlot /FEED-lot/ [noun] – a confined area where animals are fed intensively with special feed to gain weight quickly before slaughter Pigs in a feedlot are kept in pens and given special feed to gain weight faster. conclusion /kuhn-KLOO-zhuhn/ [noun] – a judgment or decision reached after consideration After months of research, scientists reached the conclusion that solar power was the most efficient energy source for the region. deforestation /dee-fawr-uh-STEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the action of clearing a wide area of trees Rising levels of deforestation in Southeast Asia have raised concerns about wildlife preservation. slaughter /SLAW-ter/…
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