Tag Archive: science & technology – expert

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. remarkable /ri-MAHR-kuh-buhl/ [adjective] – very unusual or noticeable in a way that you admire Her remarkable talent for painting amazed everyone at the art show. advancement /ad-VANS-muhnt/ [noun] – the development or improvement of something The advancement of technology has made communication faster and more efficient. interact /in-ter-AKT/ [verb] – to communicate or work together with someone or something Students interact with their classmates during group discussions in the classroom. undetectable /uhn-duh-TEK-tuh-bl/ [adjective] – impossible to find or notice The changes in the recipe were so small that they were undetectable. evolve /ih-VOLV/ [verb] – to…
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©AP Photo/Eric Gay Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. transition /tran-ZISH-uhn/ [verb] – to change from one form, state, or situation to another She plans to transition to a new job next year. unconventional /uhn-kuhn-VEN-shuh-nl/ [adjective] – different from what is usual or from the way most people do things His unconventional way of solving the problem impressed the entire class. geothermal /jee-oh-THUR-muhl/ [adjective] – related to or using the natural heat produced inside the Earth The country is investing in geothermal energy to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels. optimism /OP-tuh-miz-uhm/ [noun] – the belief that good things will happen in…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. prototype /PROH-tuh-tahyp/ [noun] – a first or preliminary version of a device or vehicle from which other forms are developed The engineer created a prototype of the car before producing the final model. lightweight /LAHYT-weyt/ [adjective] – designed to be easy to carry; not heavy This backpack is lightweight, making it perfect for hiking and traveling. neural interface /NOOR-uhl IN-ter-feys/ [noun phrase] – a system that allows communication between a brain and an external device The neural interface helped the scientist understand how the brain processes information. cutting-edge /KUH-tuhng EJ/ [adjective] – highly advanced; the most…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. entrepreneur /ahn-truh-pruh-NUR/ [noun] – someone who starts their own business, especially when this involves seeing a new opportunity The young entrepreneur opened a cafe that quickly became popular with locals. groundbreaking /GROUND-brey-king/ [adjective] – if something is groundbreaking, it is very new and a big change from other things of its type The scientist made a groundbreaking discovery that changed the way we understand diseases. milestone /MAHYL-stohn/ [noun] – an important event in the development or history of something or in someone’s life Graduating from university was a major milestone in his life. spacewalk /SPEYS-wawk/ [noun]…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. submersible /suhb-MUR-suh-buhl/ [noun] – a small underwater vehicle designed for underwater exploration The researchers used a submersible to study deep-sea ecosystems. collide /kuh-LAHYD/ [verb] – to crash into something with force The two cars collided at the intersection during the storm. wreckage /REK-ij/ [noun] – the remains of something that has been badly damaged or destroyed The rescue team searched through the wreckage for survivors after the earthquake. transparent /trans-PAIR-uhnt/ [adjective] – open and honest, without secrets The organization promised to be transparent about its funding sources. catastrophic /kat-uh-STROF-ik/ [adjective] – causing sudden and very great…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. renewal /ri-NOO-uhl/ [noun] – the process of making something new again or updating it The company announced a renewal of their software license. expedited /EK-spi-dahy-tid/ [adjective] – done quickly and efficiently The expedited shipping option delivered the package in just two days. convenient /kuhn-VEEN-yuhnt/ [adjective] – easy to use or suitable for a particular purpose The new store is convenient for people who live nearby. staffing /STA-fuhng/ [adjective] – relating to the staff (= employees) of an organization The company is reviewing its staffing levels to improve efficiency. bypass /BAHY-pas/ [verb] – to avoid something We…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. relocate /ree-LOH-keyt/ [verb] – to move or move something or someone from one place to another The company relocated its headquarters to a larger building downtown. meticulously /muh-TIK-yuh-luhs-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that shows great care and attention to detail She meticulously arranged the flowers in the vase to create a perfect centerpiece. sediment /SED-uh-muhnt/ [noun] – a soft substance that is like a wet powder and consists of very small pieces of a solid material that have fallen to the bottom of a liquid Over time, layers of sediment built up at the bottom…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. withdraw /with-DRAW/ [verb] – to take or move out or back, or to remove The company decided to withdraw its offer after further negotiations failed. controversial /kon-truh-VUR-shuhl/ [adjective] – causing disagreement or discussion The new law was controversial, sparking debates across the country. unauthorized /uhn-AW-thuh-rahyzd/ [adjective] – without official permission The unauthorized entry into the building led to security concerns. recreation /rek-ree-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of making something exist or happen again The artist’s recreation of the old painting was nearly identical to the original. advocate /AD-vuh-kit, -keyt/ [noun] – a person who supports a…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. extinguish /ik-STING-gwish/ [verb] – to stop a fire or a light burning The firefighters worked quickly to extinguish the small blaze in the kitchen before it spread. Fahrenheit /FAR-uhn-hahyt/ [noun] – a measurement of temperature on a standard in which 32° is the temperature at which water freezes and 212° that at which it boils The weather forecast predicted temperatures over 90 degrees Fahrenheit during the heatwave. retardant /ri-TAHR-dnt/ [noun] – a substance used to slow down or prevent the spread of fire The firefighters used fire retardant to create a protective barrier around the area….
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. complication /kom-pli-KEY-shuhn / [noun] – a problem or difficulty that makes a situation harder to deal with The surgery was successful, but a minor complication required additional treatment. deliberation /dih-lib-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – careful consideration or discussion before making a decision After much deliberation, the committee chose the best candidate for the job. stipulate /STIP-yuh-leyt/ [verb] – to state exactly what must be done or how something must be done The contract stipulates that the work must be completed by the end of the month. unwavering /uhn-WAY-vr-uhng/ [adjective] – never changing or becoming weaker; strong and steady…
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