Tag Archive: science & technology – expert

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. anticipated /an-TIS-uh-pey-tid/ [adjective] – eagerly expected or awaited with a sense of excitement and interest The release of the highly anticipated new album by the popular band generated a lot of excitement among their fans. commence /kuh-MENS/ [verb] – to begin something The graduation ceremony will commence at 10:00 a.m., with students eagerly waiting to receive their diplomas. compelling / kuhm-PEL-ing / [adjective] – very exciting and interesting and making you want to watch or listen The photograph captured a compelling moment of raw emotion, leaving a lasting impact on the viewer. spark /spahrk/ [verb] –…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. formation /fawr-MEY-shuhn / [noun] – the development of something into a particular thing or shape The geologist studied the rock formation to understand its origin and composition. predominantly /pri-DOM-uh-nuhnt-lee/ [adverb] – mostly or mainly The movie’s target audience is predominantly teenagers and young adults. accumulate /uh-KYOO-myuh-leyt / [verb] – to collect a large number of things over a long period of time Over time, dust and dirt can accumulate on surfaces if not cleaned regularly. lifespan /lahyf -span / [noun] – the length of time for which a person, animal, or thing exists The average lifespan…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. delve /delv/ [verb] – to search, especially as if by digging, in order to find a thing or information In order to fully understand the complex topic, the students will delve into the depths of scientific research by analyzing various experiments and data. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – never having happened or existed in the past The recent global pandemic has caused an unprecedented disruption in our daily lives, with schools closing and people adapting to new ways of working and studying from home. urgency /UR-juhn-see/ [noun] – the quality of being very important and needing attention…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. quest /kwest/ [noun] – a long search for something that is difficult to find, or an attempt to achieve something difficult I embarked on an exciting quest to find the lost treasure hidden deep within the mysterious cave. implementation /im-pluh-muhn-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of starting to use a plan or system After conducting thorough research, our team developed a detailed plan for the implementation of a new recycling program at our school. reliance /ri-LAHY-uhns/ [noun] – the state of depending on or trusting in something or someone: My friend’s reliance on his smartphone for navigation…
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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 presented a beautifully plated dish with refined flavors that delighted the taste buds of the guests at the upscale restaurant. intriguing /in-TREE-ging/ [adjective] – very interesting because of being unusual or mysterious The scientist made an intriguing discovery that challenged the existing theories and opened up new possibilities for further research. renowned /ri-NOUND/ [adjective] – famous for something Prague is renowned for its picturesque landscapes, which attract tourists from far and wide who seek to immerse themselves in their natural…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. nested /NES-tid/ [adjective] – placed inside one another, forming a hierarchical or interconnected structure The Russian dolls had a set of nested figures, each fitting perfectly inside the other. surpass /ser-PAS/ [verb] – to do or be better or more than something else The new smartphone model surpasses its predecessor in terms of performance and features. complexity /kuhm-PLEK-si-tee/ [noun] – the state of having many parts and being difficult to understand or find an answer to The complexity of the legal system often requires the expertise of trained professionals to navigate it effectively. shape /sheyp/ [verb]…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. upcoming /UHP-kuhm-ing/ [adjective] – happening soon The weather forecast predicts rain for the upcoming weekend, so remember to bring your umbrella. intensity /in-TEN-si-tee/ [noun] – the strength of something that can be measured such as light, sound, etc. The intensity of the storm was evident as the wind howled and the rain poured down. aboard /uh-BAWRD/ [preposition] – on or onto a ship, aircraft, bus, or train The entire team assembled aboard the bus, ready to travel to the competition. insight /IN-sahyt/ [noun] – a clear, deep, and sometimes sudden understanding of a complicated problem or…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. patch /pach/ [noun] – a small piece of material that can be stuck to the skin, to monitor vital parameters or from which particular substances can be absorbed into the body Emily’s younger brother had a fever, so their mother placed a fever-reducing patch on his back to help lower his temperature. yield /yeeld/ [noun] – an amount of something positive, such as food or profit, that is produced or supplied The farmer was pleased with the high yield of corn from his field this year, as it exceeded his expectations. accounting for /uh-KOUN-ting fawr/ [phrasal…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. eccentric /ik-SEN-trik/ [adjective] – strange or unusual, sometimes in an amusing way My neighbor is known for his eccentric style of dress, often wearing bright colors and mismatched patterns that stand out in our quiet neighborhood. pioneer /pahy-uh-NEER/ [noun] – a person who is one of the first people to do something Marie Curie was a pioneer in the field of radioactivity, and her discoveries led to important advances in the understanding of physics and chemistry. dependence /dih-PEN-duhns/ [noun] – the situation in which you need something or someone all the time, especially in order to…
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