Tag Archive: World News – Expert

©AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. existential /eg-zi-STEN-shuhl/ [adjective] – relating to the existence of something. The doctor explained that the disease created an existential threat to health. prescience /PRESH-uhns/ [noun] – the ability to know or guess what will happen in the future The teacher showed prescience when she prepared extra lessons before the storm. scrutiny /SKROOT-n-ee/ [noun] – careful and detailed examination of something The new law came under close scrutiny from experts. contention /kuhn-TEN-shuhn/ [noun] – strong disagreement expressed in an argument There was contention between the two groups about the decision. ramification /ram-uh-fi-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] –…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. lawsuit /LAW-soot/ [noun] – a legal case brought to a court by one person or group against another The company faced a lawsuit after customers complained about unsafe products. unconstitutional /uhn-kon-sti-TOO-shuh-nl/ [adjective] – not allowed or not in agreement with a country’s constitution Critics argued that banning certain newspapers would be unconstitutional. trafficking /TRAF-i-king/ [noun] – the act of buying, selling, or illegally moving people or goods (often refers to humans or drugs) The organization works to rescue victims of human trafficking. governance /GUHV-er-nuhns/ [noun] – the act or process of controlling, directing, or managing something…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. delegate /DEL-i-git/ [noun] – a person chosen or elected to represent a group, especially at a meeting or conference Delegates from different schools met to discuss a new sports competition. stability /stuh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the condition of being steady, secure, or not easily changed The company worked hard to keep financial stability during the economic crisis. reform /ri-FAWRM/ [noun] – a change made to improve a system, law, or organization The government introduced education reforms to improve teaching quality. emission /ih-MISH-uhn/ [noun] – a gas or substance released into the air, often harmful to the environment…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. untenable /uhn-TEN-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – impossible to continue, defend, or justify The rising sea levels made living on the island untenable. transnational /trans-NASH-uh-nl/ [adjective] – involving more than one country The company formed a transnational team to manage the new project. concerted /kuhn-SUR-tid/ [adjective] – planned or done together for a shared purpose The rescue required a concerted effort from many volunteers. prolonged /pruh-LAWNGD/ [adjective] – continuing for a long time The country suffered from prolonged dry weather in summer. intractable /in-TRAK-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – very difficult or impossible to deal with The traffic problem in the city…
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©(Nicky Andrews via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. revival /ri-VAHY-vuhl/ [noun] – the act of becoming active, popular, or important again The revival of traditional dances brought excitement to the cultural festival. momentum /moh-MEN-tuhm/ [noun] – the force or speed of movement that keeps something growing or developing The campaign gained momentum after more people joined the protest. aesthetic /es-THET-ik/ [noun] – a set of ideas about beauty or style in art, fashion, or design The minimalist aesthetic of the new café attracted many young visitors. vintage /VIN-tij/ [adjective] – old, high-quality, and often valuable; from the past She wore…
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©Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. proactive /proh-AK-tiv/ [adjective] – taking action by causing change rather than reacting to events after they happen The school was proactive in adding more safety drills before typhoon season. perilous /PER-uh-luhs/ [adjective] – extremely dangerous Driving on icy roads at night can be perilous. expeditious /ek-spi-DISH-uhs/ [adjective] – quick and effective The team took an expeditious route to finish the repairs before the storm. dissatisfaction /dis-sat-is-FAK-shuhn/ [noun] – a feeling of not being pleased or happy with something The passengers showed dissatisfaction when the train was delayed…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. remarkable /ri-MAHR-kuh-buhl/ [adjective] – unusual or special and therefore surprising and worth mentioning The museum has a remarkable collection of ancient coins. exceptionally /ik-SEP-shuh-nuh-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that is much greater than usual, especially in skill, intelligence, quality, etc. The food at that restaurant is exceptionally good. meticulous /muh-TIK-yuh-luhs/ [adjective] – very careful and with great attention to every detail The artist was meticulous in painting every line. revitalize /ree-VAHYT-l-ahyz/ [verb] – to give new life, energy, activity, or success to something The town built a park to revitalize the area. collaborative /kuh-LAB-uh-rey-tiv/ [adjective]…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. evacuate /ih-VAK-yoo-eyt/ [verb] – to leave a place because it is dangerous People had to evacuate the airport after a fire alarm went off. alleviate /uh-LEE-vee-eyt/ [verb] – to make something less painful, difficult, or severe The new support program will help alleviate stress for workers. distress /dih-STRES/ [noun] – a strong feeling of worry, sadness, or pain The family showed signs of distress after losing their home. gratitude /GRAT-i-tood/ [noun] – a feeling of being thankful We want to express our gratitude for your help during the event. reliant /ri-LAHY-uhnt/ [adjective] – needing or depending…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. fraction /FRAK-shuhn/ [noun] – a small part of a whole Only a fraction of the donated clothes were given to the people in need. untapped /un-TAPT/ [adjective] – not used yet or not developed The company is looking for untapped markets in small towns to sell their products. sectoral /SEK-tuh-ruhl/ [adjective] – related to a specific part or division of a country’s economy or activity Sectoral growth in tourism has helped create more jobs in the region. intolerance /in-TOL-er-uhns/ [noun] – a medical condition where the body cannot process certain foods or substances His lactose intolerance…
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©(AP Photo/Peter Dejong) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. reparation /rep-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – payment or action made to correct a wrong or damage, especially between countries or groups The company offered reparations to local farmers after polluting their water supply. existential /eg-zi-STEN-shuhl/ [adjective] – related to human existence or survival, especially when under serious threat Scientists warned that nuclear war poses an existential threat to humanity. lawsuit /LAW-soot/ [noun] – a legal case brought to a court by a person or group against another The company faced several lawsuits after releasing unsafe products. pivotal /PIV-uh-tl/ [adjective] – very important or central to…
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