Tag Archive: science & technology – expert

©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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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. wreck /rek/ [noun] – a vehicle or ship that has been destroyed or badly damaged The divers exploring the depths of the ocean discovered the remnants of a centuries-old wreck. refrain /ri-FREYN/ [verb] – to avoid doing or stop yourself from doing something Despite the tempting aroma, I refrained from eating the chocolate cake to stick to my diet. stern /sturn / [noun] – the back part of a ship or boat The crew members worked diligently to clean and maintain the stern of the fishing boat. hail /heyl / [verb] – to publicly praise or…
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