Tag Archive: World News – Expert

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. outline /OUT-lahyn/ [verb] – to describe the main ideas of something clearly and briefly The report outlines the major changes needed to improve public transportation in large cities. inefficient /in-i-FISH-uhnt/ [adjective] – not working in a way that uses time, energy, or resources well Many factories still use inefficient machines that waste electricity and slow production. multifaceted /muhl-tee-FAS-i-tid/ [adjective] – having many different parts, sides, or aspects The study shows that climate adaptation is a multifaceted challenge involving science, planning, and community action. pervasive /per-VEY-siv/ [adjective] – widely and affecting many people or areas The report…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. invasive /in-VEY-siv/ [adjective] – spreading quickly and often causing harm to the environment or area it enters An invasive mosquito species has begun to appear in parts of southern Europe. infestation /in-fe-STEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a situation where insects or animals enter a place in large numbers and cause damage or disease The farmer noticed an infestation of locusts destroying his rice fields. vigilance /VIJ-uh-luhns/ [noun] – careful attention and watchfulness to avoid danger or problems Doctors showed great vigilance during the outbreak to protect patients. pervasive /per-VEY-siv/ [adjective] – spreading widely and affecting many people or…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. magnitude /MAG-ni-tood/ [noun] – the large size or importance of something The magnitude of the problem surprised the local officials. aftermath /AF-ter-math/ [noun] – the situation that exists after an important or unpleasant event People worked together in the aftermath of the disaster. allocate /AL-uh-keyt/ [verb] – to give something to someone as their share of a total amount, to use in a particular way The government will allocate money for road repairs. imperative /im-PER-uh-tiv/ [adjective] – extremely important or urgent It is imperative to wear a seatbelt when driving. mitigate /MIT-i-geyt/ [verb] – to make…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. inevitable /in-EV-i-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – certain to happen and unable to be avoided or prevented Storms are inevitable during the rainy season in tropical countries. formidable /FAWR-mi-duh-buhl/ [adjective] – causing you to have fear or respect for something or someone because they are large, powerful, or difficult Rescuers faced a formidable task after the powerful typhoon. vigilance /VIJ-uh-luhns/ [noun] – careful attention, especially to notice possible danger The police asked for public vigilance during the bad weather. catalyst /KAT-l-ist/ [noun] – an event or person that causes great change The typhoon became a catalyst for improving rescue…
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©(Pairi Daiza via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. primate /PRAHY-meyt/ [noun] – a mammal that includes humans, apes, and monkeys Several primates in the African rainforest are losing their habitats because of deforestation. quarantine /KWAWR-uhn-teen/ [noun] – a period of isolation to prevent the spread of disease The new pets were kept in quarantine for two weeks to ensure they were healthy. welfare /WEL-fair/ [noun] – the state of being healthy, happy, or comfortable The organization works to protect the welfare of stray animals in the city. elevate /EL-uh-veyt/ [verb] – to raise something to a higher level or position…
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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. eminent /EM-uh-nuhnt/ [adjective] – famous, respected, or important The city invited an eminent scientist to speak about new medical discoveries. humility /hyoo-MIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the quality of not being proud and of recognizing your own weaknesses Showing humility after winning a contest makes a person more admirable. perseverance /pur-suh-VEER-uhns/ [noun] – continued effort to do or achieve something, even when it is difficult Success in science often requires perseverance and patience through many failures. rigorous /RIG-er-uhs/ [adjective] – careful to look at or consider every part of something to make sure it is correct or safe…
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©(Craig McKenzie via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cryptic /KRIP-tik/ [adjective] – having a meaning that is mysterious or difficult to understand The old letter contained a cryptic message that no one could easily interpret. electrocution /ih-lek-truh-KYOO-shuhn/ [noun] – death or serious injury caused by electric shock Workers must wear protective gear to avoid electrocution when repairing power lines. meme /meem/ [noun] – an image, video, or piece of text, often humorous, that spreads rapidly online Many students create funny memes about school life and share them on social media. interference /in-ter-FEER-uhns/ [noun] – the act of getting involved in…
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©(AP Photo/Jorge Saenz, File) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. interdependence /in-ter-di-PEN-duhns/ [noun] – a situation where two or more things rely on each other The interdependence between farmers and local markets is important for food security. circumspection /sur-kuhm-SPEK-shuhn/ [noun] – careful consideration of risks before acting or making decisions The company announced the new product with circumspection because of safety concerns. detrimental /de-truh-MEN-tl/ [adjective] – causing harm or damage Smoking has a detrimental effect on human lungs. indispensability /in-dih-spen-suh-BIL-uh-tee/ [noun] – the state of being absolutely necessary or essential The indispensability of clean water was stressed during the health campaign. reciprocity…
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©AP Photo/Abdul Rehman Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. precipitous /pri-SIP-i-tuhs/ [adjective] – very dangerous or high; happening suddenly and dramatically The hikers stopped at the edge of the precipitous cliff. ineluctable /in-i-LUHK-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – impossible to avoid or escape from Death is an ineluctable part of every human life. conundrum /kuh-NUHN-druhm/ [noun] – a problem that is difficult to deal with or solve The students faced a conundrum during the final exam. meager /MEE-ger/ [adjective] – very small in amount or not enough in quantity or quality The family survived on a meager income for many years. concerted /kuhn-SUR-tid/ [adjective] –…
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©AP Photo/Hiro Komae Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. recognize /REK-uhg-nahyz/ [verb] – to accept that something is legal, true, or important The school will recognize students who win awards in science. tenacity /tuh-NAS-i-tee/ [noun] – the determination to continue what you are doing His tenacity helped him finish the marathon even with an injured leg. resilient /ri-ZIL-yuhnt/ [adjective] – able to quickly return to a previous good condition after problems Children are often resilient and can adapt to changes at school quickly. richness /RICH-nuhs/ [noun] – when something has a lot of different qualities or details The richness of the city’s…
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