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debate commencer à apprendre		A formal discussion about a particular topic in which opposing arguments are presented. The students held a lively debate on climate change.
paradoxical commencer à apprendre		Seeming self-contradictory. It's paradoxical that something so small could cause such a huge problem.
alloy Steel is an alloy of iron and carbon. especially to give greater strength or resistance to corrosion. commencer à apprendre		A metal made by combining two or more metallic elements
outlined commencer à apprendre		Give a summary of (something). The teacher outlined the main points of the lesson.
environment animal commencer à apprendre		The surroundings or conditions in which a person We must protect the environment from pollution. or plant lives or operates.
misperceives commencer à apprendre		Interpret (something or someone) incorrectly. He misperceives her shyness as aloofness.
deception commencer à apprendre		The action of deceiving someone. The magician used deception to amaze the audience.
intended commencer à apprendre		Planned or meant. The intended recipient of the letter was not at home.
deceive He tried to deceive his friends with a false story. especially for personal gain. commencer à apprendre		Deliberately cause (someone) to believe something that is not true
exposure commencer à apprendre		The state of being exposed to something. Prolonged exposure to the sun can damage your skin.
ancient commencer à apprendre		Belonging to the very distant past and no longer in existence. The ancient Egyptians built pyramids.
obsolete commencer à apprendre		No longer produced or used; out of date. Typewriters are now obsolete.
narratives commencer à apprendre		A spoken or written account of connected events; a story. The book is a collection of personal narratives.
narrative commencer à apprendre		A spoken or written account of connected events; a story. Her narrative of the journey was captivating.
queasy commencer à apprendre		Slightly nauseated; having a sick feeling. The boat ride made me feel queasy.
distaste commencer à apprendre		A feeling of dislike or disgust. She expressed her distaste for the loud music.
operate process commencer à apprendre		Control the functioning of (a machine The surgeon had to operate immediately. or system).
culpability commencer à apprendre		Responsibility for a fault or wrong; blame. The investigation established his culpability in the fraud.
moths Moths were attracted to the light. typically with nocturnal habits and drab coloration. commencer à apprendre		An insect related to the butterfly
navigate especially by using instruments or maps. aircraft commencer à apprendre		Plan and direct the route or course of a ship or other form of transport
metaphor commencer à apprendre		A figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable. The phrase "a sea of troubles" is a metaphor.
manifestation especially a theory or an abstract idea. action commencer à apprendre		An event or object that clearly shows or embodies something
quickly commencer à apprendre		At a fast speed; rapidly. The cat ran quickly across the yard.
physical commencer à apprendre		Relating to things perceived through the senses; relating to matter. Exercise is important for physical health.
prevailed commencer à apprendre		Prove more powerful or superior. Good sense prevailed in the end.
future commencer à apprendre		The time or a period of time following the moment of speaking or writing; what is going to happen. We cannot predict the future.
extensive commencer à apprendre		Covering or affecting a large area. The fire caused extensive damage.
evidence commencer à apprendre		The available body of facts or information indicating whether a belief or proposition is true or valid. The police collected evidence at the crime scene.
exposed commencer à apprendre		Make (something) visible by uncovering it. The old ruins were exposed by the excavation.
appropriate commencer à apprendre		Suitable or proper in the circumstances. It is not appropriate to wear jeans to a formal event.
glorified commencer à apprendre		Represented as admirable or having great value. The media glorified the athlete's achievements.
magnitude commencer à apprendre		The great size or extent of something. The magnitude of the earthquake was devastating.
lyric commencer à apprendre		Expressing the writer's emotions in an imaginative and beautiful way. The song's lyric were very poetic.
parasitic commencer à apprendre		Living as a parasite; an organism that lives in or on another organism (its host) and benefits by deriving nutrients at the host's expense. Ticks are parasitic insects.
drought commencer à apprendre		A prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall; a shortage of water resulting from this. The drought caused crops to fail.
halted commencer à apprendre		Bring or come to an abrupt stop. The train halted at the station.
nobel literature chemistry commencer à apprendre		Relating to or denoting any of the annual prizes established by Alfred Nobel for achievements in physics or peace. medicine
huge commencer à apprendre		Extremely large; enormous. The elephant is a huge animal.
corollary commencer à apprendre		A proposition that follows from (and is often appended to) one already proved. The huge tax increase was a corollary of the new budget.
depth commencer à apprendre		The distance from the top or surface to the bottom of something. The depth of the ocean is immense.
internal commencer à apprendre		Of or situated inside; existing in the mind. The company conducted an internal investigation.
rumble The thunder began to rumble. resonant sound. commencer à apprendre		Make or move with a continuous deep
plagued commencer à apprendre		Cause continual trouble or distress to. The city was plagued by crime.
exuberant excitement commencer à apprendre		Full of energy The children were exuberant on their holiday. and cheerfulness; ebullient.
exhibit commencer à apprendre		Publicly display (a work of art or item of interest) in an art gallery or museum or at a trade fair. The museum will exhibit ancient artifacts.
competence commencer à apprendre		The ability to do something successfully or efficiently. He demonstrated his competence in the field.
geologic its history commencer à apprendre		Relating to the study of the earth's physical structure and substance The geologic survey revealed new information. and the processes which act on it.
officials Government officials attended the meeting. especially in a government or organization. commencer à apprendre		A person holding public office or having official duties
bilingual commencer à apprendre		Speaking two languages fluently. She is bilingual in English and Spanish.
office professional commencer à apprendre		A room or set of rooms used as a place for commercial He works in an office downtown. or bureaucratic work.
option commencer à apprendre		A thing that is or may be chosen; a choice. We have several options for dinner.
fossilized commencer à apprendre		Convert into a fossil; replace organic material with mineral substances in the remains of an organism. The dinosaur bones were fossilized.
imagine commencer à apprendre		Form a mental image or concept of. Imagine you are on a tropical island.
revenues especially when of a company or organization commencer à apprendre		Income The company's revenues increased this year. and of a substantial nature.
portfolio commencer à apprendre		A range of investments held by a person or organization. His investment portfolio is diverse.
tremendous scale commencer à apprendre		Very great in amount The storm caused tremendous damage. or intensity.
criteria commencer à apprendre		A principle or standard by which something may be judged or decided. The selection criteria are very strict.
dimension depth such as length commencer à apprendre		A measurable extent of a particular kind or height. breadth
nonetheless nonetheless commencer à apprendre		In spite of that; nevertheless. we went for a walk. It was raining
deemed commencer à apprendre		Regard or consider in a specified way. He was deemed to be the best candidate.
multitude commencer à apprendre		A large number. A multitude of people attended the concert.
contagious commencer à apprendre		Spread from one person or organism to another by direct or indirect contact. The flu is highly contagious.
hole commencer à apprendre		An opening or gap in a solid object or surface. There is a hole in my sock.
compatible commencer à apprendre		Able to exist or occur together without conflict. The software is compatible with most computers.
celestial The moon is a celestial body. or outer space as observed in astronomy. commencer à apprendre		Positioned in or relating to the sky
immense The ocean is immense. especially in scale or degree. commencer à apprendre		Extremely large or great
indulge commencer à apprendre		Allow oneself to enjoy the pleasure of. We decided to indulge in some ice cream.
iceberg commencer à apprendre		A large floating mass of ice detached from a glacier or ice sheet and carried out to sea. The Titanic hit an iceberg.
mesmerized commencer à apprendre		Hold (someone) attention to the exclusion of all else or so as to transfix them. She was mesmerized by the beautiful sunset.
geographic The geographic location of the city is important. or based on geographical features. commencer à apprendre		Relating to geography
global commencer à apprendre		Relating to the whole world; worldwide. Climate change is a global issue.
interest commencer à apprendre		The feeling of wanting to know or learn about something or someone. He showed a keen interest in history.
approach commencer à apprendre		A way of dealing with a situation or problem. We need a new approach to solve this problem.
contemporary commencer à apprendre		Living or occurring at the same time. Contemporary art is very diverse.
advantage commencer à apprendre		A condition or circumstance that puts one in a favorable or superior position. Having a good education gives you an advantage.
drive commencer à apprendre		Operate and control the direction and speed of a motor vehicle. She learned to drive a car.
feces commencer à apprendre		Waste matter discharged from the bowels; excrement. The dog left feces on the sidewalk.
sedentary commencer à apprendre		Tending to spend much time seated; inactive. A sedentary lifestyle can lead to health problems.
integrated commencer à apprendre		Combine (one thing) with another so that they become a whole. The new system is fully integrated.
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enable commencer à apprendre		Give (someone or something) the authority or means to do something; make possible. The software enables users to create complex designs.
graduate course of training commencer à apprendre		Successfully complete an academic degree She will graduate from college next year. or high school.
achieve skill commencer à apprendre		Successfully bring about or reach (a desired objective or result) by effort He worked hard to achieve his goals. or courage.
activities often as part of a group commencer à apprendre		Things that are done for enjoyment The children participated in various outdoor activities. and that involve moving around or using energy.
fascinated commencer à apprendre		Strongly attracted and interested. She was fascinated by the ancient artifacts.
abundance commencer à apprendre		A very large quantity of something. The garden produced an abundance of vegetables.
arduously commencer à apprendre		Involving or requiring strenuous effort; difficult and tiring. He worked arduously to complete the project on time.
opus commencer à apprendre		A large musical work or work of art. The composer's latest opus was well-received.
actual expected commencer à apprendre		Existing in fact; typically as contrasted with what was intended The actual cost was higher than the estimate. or believed.
rampant commencer à apprendre		Flourishing or spreading unchecked. Corruption was rampant in the government.
constitute commencer à apprendre		Be (a part) of a whole. These changes constitute a significant improvement.
nutrients commencer à apprendre		Substances that provide nourishment essential for growth and the maintenance of life. Plants absorb nutrients from the soil.
organism plant commencer à apprendre		An individual animal A single-celled organism can be seen under a microscope. or single-celled life form.
emerge important commencer à apprendre		Become apparent New technologies continue to emerge. or prominent.
bolted commencer à apprendre		Fasten with a bolt. The door was bolted shut.
foreigners commencer à apprendre		A person born in or coming from a country other than one's own. Many foreigners visit the city each year.
strive commencer à apprendre		Make great efforts to achieve or obtain something. We must strive for peace.
periodic commencer à apprendre		Occurring or appearing at intervals; occasional. He made periodic visits to his hometown.
heterogeneous commencer à apprendre		Diverse in character or content. The class was made up of a heterogeneous group of students.
expense commencer à apprendre		The cost required for something; the money spent on something. The expense of the trip was considerable.
precise commencer à apprendre		Marked by exactness and accuracy of expression or detail. The scientist took precise measurements.
infestation The garden suffered from an insect infestation. typically so as to cause damage or disease. commencer à apprendre		The presence of an unusually large number of insects or animals in a place
admissions commencer à apprendre		The process or fact of entering or being allowed to enter a place or organization. University admissions are highly competitive.
latent commencer à apprendre		Existing but not yet developed or manifest; hidden or concealed. The virus remained latent in her body.
anticipate commencer à apprendre		Regard as probable; expect or predict. We anticipate a large turnout for the event.
fragmented commencer à apprendre		Broken into small parts or pieces. The evidence was fragmented and difficult to piece together.
civilization commencer à apprendre		The stage of human social development and organization that is considered most advanced. Ancient civilizations built impressive structures.
swayed commencer à apprendre		Control or influence (a person or course of action). He was swayed by her arguments.
agrarian commencer à apprendre		Relating to cultivated land or the cultivation of land. The country had an agrarian economy.
eroding commencer à apprendre		Gradually destroy or be gradually destroyed. The coastline is eroding due to rising sea levels.
appetite He had a healthy appetite after the long hike. especially for food. commencer à apprendre		A natural desire to satisfy a bodily need
amateur especially a sport commencer à apprendre		A person who engages in a pursuit The amateur photographer took some stunning photos. on an unpaid rather than professional basis.
rouse commencer à apprendre		Bring or recall from sleep or inactivity; awaken. The loud noise roused him from his sleep.
boulevards They strolled along the tree-lined boulevards. typically one lined with trees. commencer à apprendre		A wide street in a town or city
compiling She was compiling a list of research materials. especially a list or book) by assembling information collected from other sources. commencer à apprendre		Produce (something
converge commencer à apprendre		Come together from different directions so as eventually to meet. The roads converge at the town square.
geospatial commencer à apprendre		Relating to data that is associated with a particular location. Geospatial data is used in mapping and navigation.
awed commencer à apprendre		Filled with or expressing awe. They were awed by the beauty of the landscape.
accumulate commencer à apprendre		Gather together or acquire an increasing number of. Dust tends to accumulate in corners.
deplete commencer à apprendre		Use up the supply or resources of. Overfishing can deplete fish stocks.
integrative commencer à apprendre		Serving to unify separate elements or people. The school promotes an integrative approach to learning.
irresistible commencer à apprendre		Too attractive and tempting to be resisted. The aroma of fresh bread was irresistible.
incompatible commencer à apprendre		Not able to exist or occur together without conflict. Their personalities were incompatible.
fortified commencer à apprendre		Provide (a place) with defensive works as protection against attack. The castle was heavily fortified.
attuned commencer à apprendre		Make receptive or aware. She was attuned to the subtle changes in her environment.
infallible commencer à apprendre		Incapable of making mistakes or being wrong. No one is infallible.
conserve We must conserve natural resources. especially an environmentally or culturally important place or thing) from harm or destruction. commencer à apprendre		Protect (something
nutritionally commencer à apprendre		Relating to or providing nutrition. The meal was nutritionally balanced.
stem commencer à apprendre		Originate in or be caused by. Many problems stem from a lack of communication.
camouflage commencer à apprendre		Concealment by disguise or by coloring or patterning that blends with the surrounding environment. The lizard's camouflage helps it avoid predators.
blend commencer à apprendre		Mix (different substances) together so that they combine into one. Blend the ingredients until smooth.
brink commencer à apprendre		The edge or verge of something. The company was on the brink of bankruptcy.
anonymity commencer à apprendre		The condition of being anonymous. He preferred the anonymity of the city.
exotic commencer à apprendre		Originating in or characteristic of a distant foreign country. They visited an exotic island.
fusion commencer à apprendre		The process or result of joining two or more things together to form a single entity. The restaurant offers a fusion of different cuisines.
inception commencer à apprendre		The establishment or starting point of an institution or activity. The project was successful from its inception.
phasing commencer à apprendre		Carry out or move in gradual stages. The company is phasing out older models.
hinges gate commencer à apprendre		A movable joint on which a door The door hinges were rusty. or lid swings as it opens and closes.
exert influence commencer à apprendre		Apply or bring to bear (a force He exerted his influence to get the project approved. or quality).
interactive commencer à apprendre		Allowing a two-way flow of information between a computer and a user or responding immediately to a user's input. The website has an interactive map.
acoustic commencer à apprendre		Relating to sound or the sense of hearing. The concert hall has excellent acoustic properties.
enthusiasm interest commencer à apprendre		Intense and eager enjoyment The team played with great enthusiasm. or approval.
interact commencer à apprendre		Act in such a way as to have an effect on another; act reciprocally. The students interact with each other in the classroom.
accelerate commencer à apprendre		Begin to move or develop more quickly. The car began to accelerate.
increasing commencer à apprendre		Becoming or made greater in size or amount. There is an increasing demand for renewable energy.
nevertheless nevertheless commencer à apprendre		In spite of that; notwithstanding; all the same. they went for a walk. It was raining
order pattern commencer à apprendre		An arrangement of people or things in relation to one another according to a particular sequence The books were arranged in alphabetical order. or method.
fiction especially novels and short stories commencer à apprendre		Literature in the form of prose She enjoys reading science fiction. that describes imaginary events and people.
industrial commencer à apprendre		Relating to or characterized by industry. The city has a large industrial area.
anecdotes commencer à apprendre		A short and amusing or interesting story about a real incident or person. He shared several anecdotes from his travels.
leisure commencer à apprendre		Free time; freedom to use one's time as one pleases. They spent their leisure time hiking.
natural commencer à apprendre		Existing in or caused by nature; not made or caused by humankind. The park is a natural habitat for wildlife.
conservancy commencer à apprendre		An organization concerned with the conservation of land and other natural resources. The nature conservancy protects endangered species.
legitimate commencer à apprendre		Conforming to the law or to rules. The contract was deemed legitimate.
paucity commencer à apprendre		The presence of something only in small or insufficient quantities; scarcity. There is a paucity of evidence to support the claim.
opportunities commencer à apprendre		A set of circumstances that makes it possible to do something. The city offers many opportunities for young people.
preserve commencer à apprendre		Maintain (something) in its original or existing state. We must preserve our cultural heritage.
coquettish commencer à apprendre		Behaving in such a way as to suggest a playful sexual attraction; flirtatious. She gave him a coquettish smile.
appeal The charity made an appeal for donations. typically to the public. commencer à apprendre		Make a serious or urgent request
ensure commencer à apprendre		Make certain that (something) will occur or be the case. Please ensure that all doors are locked.
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irrelevant commencer à apprendre		Not connected with or relevant to something. His comments were irrelevant to the discussion.
barrier commencer à apprendre		A circumstance or obstacle that keeps people or things apart or prevents progress. Language can be a barrier to communication.
evolution The evolution of technology has transformed our lives. especially from a simple to a more complex form. commencer à apprendre		The gradual development of something
diverse commencer à apprendre		Showing a great deal of variety; very different. The city has a diverse population.
immune commencer à apprendre		Resistant to a particular infection or toxin owing to the presence of specific antibodies or sensitized white blood cells. Vaccines can make you immune to certain diseases.
stellar commencer à apprendre		Relating to a star or stars. The astronomer studied stellar phenomena.
willow commencer à apprendre		A tree or shrub of temperate climates which typically has narrow leaves and catkins. We sat under the shade of a willow tree.
endangered commencer à apprendre		Seriously at risk of extinction. The panda is an endangered species.
dense commencer à apprendre		Closely compacted in substance. The forest was dense with trees.
orient commencer à apprendre		Align or position something relative to a known point or situation. The map helps to orient travelers.
burst The balloon burst with a loud noise. especially as a result of internal pressure. commencer à apprendre		Break suddenly and violently open
precautions unpleasant commencer à apprendre		Measures taken in advance to prevent something dangerous We took precautions to avoid getting sunburned. or inconvenient from happening.
groove The record needle followed the groove. narrow cut or depression. commencer à apprendre		A long
pioneer commencer à apprendre		A person who is among the first to explore or settle a new country or area. She was a pioneer in the field of medicine.
numerous commencer à apprendre		Great in number; many. There were numerous opportunities to learn.
nonprofit commencer à apprendre		Not making or conducted to make a profit. The organization is a nonprofit.
foliage The trees were covered in lush foliage. collectively. commencer à apprendre		Plant leaves
frustrated commencer à apprendre		Feeling or expressing distress and annoyance resulting from an inability to change or achieve something. He felt frustrated by the lack of progress.
stroll commencer à apprendre		Walk in a leisurely way. They took a stroll along the beach.
wander We wandered through the old town. aimless way. commencer à apprendre		Walk or move in a leisurely
magnetic commencer à apprendre		Having the properties of a magnet. The Earth has a magnetic field.
expend commencer à apprendre		Spend or use up (a resource such as money or energy). They expended a lot of effort on the project.
correlate Stress can correlate with health problems. in which one thing affects or depends on another. commencer à apprendre		Have a mutual relationship or connection
federal The federal government funds many programs. as distinct from the constituent units. commencer à apprendre		Relating to or denoting the central government of a federation
notion commencer à apprendre		A conception of or belief about something. He had a notion that something was wrong.
debris commencer à apprendre		Scattered pieces of rubbish or remains. The storm left debris scattered across the street.
consensus commencer à apprendre		General agreement. There was a consensus among the experts.
enhance value increase commencer à apprendre		Intensify or extent of. or further improve the quality
conduct commencer à apprendre		Organize and carry out. The researchers will conduct a study.
array commencer à apprendre		An impressive display or range of a particular type of thing. There was an array of choices on the menu.
conflict commencer à apprendre		A serious disagreement or argument. The two countries were in conflict.
conduit commencer à apprendre		A tube or trough for protecting electric wiring. The wires were run through a conduit.
optimistic commencer à apprendre		Hopeful and confident about the future. She was optimistic about the outcome.
intuitively commencer à apprendre		Without conscious reasoning; instinctively. He knew intuitively that something was wrong.
adequate commencer à apprendre		Satisfactory or acceptable in quality or quantity. The supplies were adequate for the trip.
fungi mushrooms including molds commencer à apprendre		Any of a group of spore-producing organisms feeding on organic matter and toadstools. yeast
judicial commencer à apprendre		Relating to or conducted by courts of law or judges. The judicial system is designed to ensure fairness.
invariably commencer à apprendre		In every case or on every occasion; always. The weather is invariably hot in the summer.
poisonous commencer à apprendre		Causing or capable of causing death or illness. Some mushrooms are poisonous.
debilitating commencer à apprendre		Making someone weak and infirm. The illness had a debilitating effect.
bigotry commencer à apprendre		Intolerance toward those who hold different opinions from oneself. Bigotry has no place in a civilized society.
methodologies commencer à apprendre		A system of methods used in a particular area of study or activity. Different research methodologies were used.
anatomy animals commencer à apprendre		The branch of science concerned with the bodily structure of humans The anatomy of the human heart is complex. and other living organisms.
ubiquitous appearing commencer à apprendre		Present Smartphones are ubiquitous in modern life. or found everywhere.
combustion commencer à apprendre		The process of burning something. The combustion of fossil fuels releases pollutants.
narration commencer à apprendre		The action or process of narrating a story. The narration in the audiobook was excellent.
inconvenient commencer à apprendre		Causing trouble or difficulty. The timing was inconvenient for me.
introvert He is an introvert who enjoys quiet activities. reticent person. commencer à apprendre		A shy
opera She enjoys going to the opera. set to music for singers and instrumentalists. commencer à apprendre		A dramatic work in one or more acts
monarchy commencer à apprendre		A form of government with a monarch at the head. The country has a constitutional monarchy.
predominate commencer à apprendre		Be the strongest or main element; be greater in number or influence. The color blue predominates in the painting.
radar and speed of aircraft direction commencer à apprendre		A system for detecting the presence ships distance
emit The factory emits smoke. especially gas or radiation). commencer à apprendre		Produce and discharge (something
nonfiction such as biography or history. real events commencer à apprendre		Prose writing that is based on facts and real people
horizons commencer à apprendre		The limit of a person's ambitions or interests. The trip broadened her horizons.
terrain The terrain was rough and mountainous. especially with regard to its physical features. commencer à apprendre		A stretch of land
abrupt commencer à apprendre		Sudden and unexpected. The meeting came to an abrupt end.
fewer commencer à apprendre		A smaller number of. There were fewer people at the meeting than expected.
literary study commencer à apprendre		Concerning the writing She has a literary background. or content of literature.
naturopaths commencer à apprendre		A person who practices naturopathy. Naturopaths use natural remedies.
influence or the effect itself. development commencer à apprendre		The capacity to have an effect on the character or behavior of someone or something
nutritional commencer à apprendre		Relating to nutrition. The meal was nutritionally balanced.
distortion commencer à apprendre		The action of distorting or the state of being distorted. The photograph suffered from distortion.
comprehensive commencer à apprendre		Complete and including everything that is necessary. The report was comprehensive.
outside commencer à apprendre		The external side or surface of something. He stood outside the building.
bonnet commencer à apprendre		The hinged cover over the engine of a motor vehicle. He opened the bonnet to check the engine.
instance commencer à apprendre		An example or single occurrence of something. There was one instance where he was late.
influx commencer à apprendre		An arrival or entry of large numbers of people or things. The city saw an influx of tourists.
coastal commencer à apprendre		Relating to or situated on a coast. The coastal region is popular with tourists.
marine commencer à apprendre		Relating to or found in the sea. Marine life is diverse.
gained needed commencer à apprendre		Obtain or secure (something desired He gained valuable experience. or planned).
obesity commencer à apprendre		The condition of being grossly fat or overweight. Obesity is a growing health concern.
consciousness commencer à apprendre		The state of being aware of and responsive to one's surroundings. He lost consciousness after the accident.
giant commencer à apprendre		An imaginary or mythical being of human form but superhuman size. A giant oak tree stood in the field.
interaction commencer à apprendre		Reciprocal action or influence. There was a lot of interaction between the students.
intellectual commencer à apprendre		Relating to the intellect. She is an intellectual who enjoys discussing complex ideas.
fragile commencer à apprendre		Easily broken or damaged. The antique vase was fragile.
welsh commencer à apprendre		Relating to Wales or its language or people. She speaks Welsh.
catastrophic commencer à apprendre		Involving or causing sudden great damage or suffering. The flood was catastrophic.
novelties original commencer à apprendre		The quality of being new They sold novelties at the fair. or unusual.
native He is a native of the island. whether subsequently resident there or not. commencer à apprendre		A person born in a specified place or associated with a place by birth
consumers commencer à apprendre		A person who purchases goods and services for personal use. Consumers are becoming more environmentally conscious.
accuracy commencer à apprendre		The quality or state of being correct or precise. The accuracy of the data was questioned.
hermetic The container was hermetic. especially against the escape or entry of air. commencer à apprendre		Completely sealed
anchor The ship dropped anchor. typically one with a cable or chain. commencer à apprendre		A heavy object used to moor a vessel to the sea bottom
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context and in terms of which it can be fully understood. statement commencer à apprendre		The circumstances that form the setting for an event or idea
forming commencer à apprendre		Coming into existence; developing. The clouds were forming a storm.
medieval commencer à apprendre		Relating to the Middle Ages. The medieval castle was built in the 12th century.
discipline The school enforces strict discipline. using punishment to correct disobedience. commencer à apprendre		The practice of training people to obey rules or a code of behavior
notions commencer à apprendre		A conception of or belief about something. He had various notions about how to solve the problem.
bigotry commencer à apprendre		Intolerance toward those who hold different opinions from oneself. Bigotry fuels hatred and division.
methodologies commencer à apprendre		A system of methods used in a particular area of study or activity. Different research methodologies can yield different results.
anatomy animals commencer à apprendre		The branch of science concerned with the bodily structure of humans Understanding human anatomy is essential for medical professionals. and other living organisms.
ubiquitous appearing commencer à apprendre		Present Cell phones have become ubiquitous in modern society. or found everywhere.
combustion commencer à apprendre		The process of burning something. The combustion of wood produces heat and smoke.
narration commencer à apprendre		The action or process of narrating a story. The narration in the documentary was engaging.
inconvenient commencer à apprendre		Causing trouble or difficulty. The timing of the meeting was inconvenient for many.
introvert Introverts often prefer solitary activities. reticent person. commencer à apprendre		A shy
opera She enjoys attending the opera. set to music for singers and instrumentalists. commencer à apprendre		A dramatic work in one or more acts
monarchy commencer à apprendre		A form of government with a monarch at the head. The country transitioned from a monarchy to a republic.
predominate commencer à apprendre		Be the strongest or main element; be greater in number or influence. Green colors predominate in the painting.
radar and speed of aircraft direction commencer à apprendre		A system for detecting the presence ships distance
emit The factory emits pollutants into the air. especially gas or radiation). commencer à apprendre		Produce and discharge (something
nonfiction such as biography or history. real events commencer à apprendre		Prose writing that is based on facts and real people
horizons commencer à apprendre		The limit of a person's ambitions or interests. Traveling abroad broadened her horizons.
terrain The hikers navigated the rough terrain. especially with regard to its physical features. commencer à apprendre		A stretch of land
abrupt commencer à apprendre		Sudden and unexpected. The meeting ended abruptly.
fewer commencer à apprendre		A smaller number of. There were fewer attendees than expected.
literary study commencer à apprendre		Concerning the writing She has a strong literary background. or content of literature.
naturopaths commencer à apprendre		A person who practices naturopathy. Naturopaths use natural remedies to promote health.
influence or the effect itself. development commencer à apprendre		The capacity to have an effect on the character or behavior of someone or something
nutritional commencer à apprendre		Relating to nutrition. Proper nutritional intake is essential for good health.
distortion commencer à apprendre		The action of distorting or the state of being distorted. The photograph suffered from distortion due to the lens.
comprehensive commencer à apprendre		Complete and including everything that is necessary. The report provided a comprehensive overview of the issue.
outside commencer à apprendre		The external side or surface of something. He waited outside the building.
bonnet commencer à apprendre		The hinged cover over the engine of a motor vehicle. He lifted the bonnet to check the engine.
instance commencer à apprendre		An example or single occurrence of something. There was one instance where the system failed.
influx commencer à apprendre		An arrival or entry of large numbers of people or things. The city experienced an influx of tourists during the summer.
coastal commencer à apprendre		Relating to or situated on a coast. Coastal towns are often popular tourist destinations.
marine commencer à apprendre		Relating to or found in the sea. Marine life is diverse and fascinating.
gained needed commencer à apprendre		Obtain or secure (something desired He gained valuable experience during his internship. or planned).
obesity commencer à apprendre		The condition of being grossly fat or overweight. Obesity is a growing health concern worldwide.
consciousness commencer à apprendre		The state of being aware of and responsive to one's surroundings. He regained consciousness after the accident.
giant commencer à apprendre		An imaginary or mythical being of human form but superhuman size. A giant oak tree stood in the middle of the field.
interaction commencer à apprendre		Reciprocal action or influence. The students had a lively interaction during the class discussion.
intellectual commencer à apprendre		Relating to the intellect. She is an intellectual who enjoys debating complex ideas.
fragile commencer à apprendre		Easily broken or damaged. The antique vase was fragile and required careful handling.
welsh commencer à apprendre		Relating to Wales or its language or people. She speaks fluent Welsh.
catastrophic commencer à apprendre		Involving or causing sudden great damage or suffering. The earthquake caused catastrophic damage.
novelties original commencer à apprendre		The quality of being new The store sold various novelties. or unusual.
native He is a native of the island. whether subsequently resident there or not. commencer à apprendre		A person born in a specified place or associated with a place by birth
consumers commencer à apprendre		A person who purchases goods and services for personal use. Consumers are becoming more environmentally conscious.
accuracy commencer à apprendre		The quality or state of being correct or precise. The accuracy of the data was crucial for the experiment.
hermetic The container was hermetically sealed. especially against the escape or entry of air. commencer à apprendre		Completely sealed
anchor The ship dropped anchor in the bay. typically one with a cable or chain. commencer à apprendre		A heavy object used to moor a vessel to the sea bottom
context and in terms of which it can be fully understood. statement commencer à apprendre		The circumstances that form the setting for an event or idea
forming commencer à apprendre		Coming into existence; developing. Ideas were forming in her mind.
medieval commencer à apprendre		Relating to the Middle Ages. Medieval architecture is known for its grandeur.
discipline Self-discipline is essential for achieving goals. using punishment to correct disobedience. commencer à apprendre		The practice of training people to obey rules or a code of behavior
notions commencer à apprendre		A conception of or belief about something. He had various notions about the future.
dynamic activity commencer à apprendre		Characterized by constant change The city has a dynamic atmosphere. or progress.
intriguing commencer à apprendre		Arousing one's curiosity or interest; fascinating. The mystery novel had an intriguing plot.
truant commencer à apprendre		A student who stays away from school without leave or explanation. The truant student was caught skipping class.
capacity 000 people. commencer à apprendre		The maximum amount that something can contain. The stadium has a capacity of 50
adjacent commencer à apprendre		Next to or adjoining something else. The park is adjacent to the school.
beaver commencer à apprendre		A large semiaquatic rodent with a broad flat tail. Beavers build dams in rivers.
instinct commencer à apprendre		An innate (typically fixed) pattern of behavior in animals in response to certain stimuli. Birds have an instinct to migrate.
habitable commencer à apprendre		Suitable or fit to live in. The island is no longer habitable due to rising sea levels.
cope commencer à apprendre		Deal effectively with something difficult. She learned to cope with stress.
enormous quantity commencer à apprendre		Very large in size The elephant is an enormous animal. or extent.
detrimental commencer à apprendre		Tending to cause harm. Smoking has a detrimental effect on health.
hatch commencer à apprendre		Emerge from an egg. The chicks will hatch in a few days.
decade commencer à apprendre		A period of ten years. The company has been in business for over a decade.
inextricably commencer à apprendre		In a way that is impossible to disentangle or separate. Their fates were inextricably linked.
deterrent commencer à apprendre		A thing that discourages or is intended to discourage someone from doing something. The security cameras acted as a deterrent.
unadorned commencer à apprendre		Not decorated; plain. The room was unadorned and simple.
abandoning commencer à apprendre		Cease to support or look after (someone); desert. They were abandoning the old building.
fossil commencer à apprendre		The remains or impression of a prehistoric organism preserved in petrified form or as a mold or cast in rock. Fossils provide evidence of past life.
laboratory or for the manufacture of drugs or chemicals. research commencer à apprendre		A room or building equipped for scientific experiments or teaching
advent The advent of the internet changed the world. especially a notable person or thing. commencer à apprendre		The arrival of something
epistemology and scope especially with regard to its methods commencer à apprendre		The theory of knowledge and the distinction between justified belief and opinion. validity
discourse commencer à apprendre		Written or spoken communication or debate. The political discourse was heated.
contaminating commencer à apprendre		Make (something) impure by exposure to or addition of a poisonous or polluting substance. Pollution is contaminating the water supply.
dissemination especially information commencer à apprendre		The action or process of spreading something The dissemination of information is crucial for public awareness. widely.
Word blank commencer à apprendre		Definition Example
disarming Her disarming smile put everyone at ease. especially through charm. commencer à apprendre		Having the effect of allaying suspicion or hostility
grin He gave a wide grin when he heard the good news. especially in an unrestrained or triumphant way. commencer à apprendre		Smile broadly
facetious commencer à apprendre		Treating serious issues with deliberately inappropriate humor; flippant. His facetious remarks were not appreciated during the serious discussion.
blanketed commencer à apprendre		Cover (something) completely with a thick layer of something. The ground was blanketed with snow.
acceptable commencer à apprendre		Able to be agreed on; suitable. The terms of the contract were acceptable to both parties.
deteriorated commencer à apprendre		Become progressively worse. The building had deteriorated over the years.
alley commencer à apprendre		A narrow passageway between or behind buildings. They walked down the dark alley.
avenue commencer à apprendre		A wide street or main thoroughfare. The parade marched down the avenue.
rigorous commencer à apprendre		Thorough; exhaustive. The experiment was conducted with rigorous attention to detail.
existed commencer à apprendre		Have being; have reality. Dinosaurs existed millions of years ago.
acquire commencer à apprendre		Buy or obtain (an asset or object). She acquired a taste for classical music.
explosive commencer à apprendre		Able or likely to cause an explosion. The situation was explosive and could lead to conflict.
element Honesty is an essential element of trust. especially one that is essential or characteristic. commencer à apprendre		A part or aspect of something
intervened commencer à apprendre		Take part in something so as to prevent or alter a result or course of events. The teacher intervened to stop the fight.
compelling attention commencer à apprendre		Evoking interest The movie had a compelling storyline. or admiration in a powerfully irresistible way.
conference She attended a scientific conference. typically one held regularly. commencer à apprendre		A formal meeting of people with a shared interest
insatiable commencer à apprendre		Impossible to satisfy. His insatiable curiosity drove him to learn more.
intensity commencer à apprendre		The quality of being intense. The intensity of the storm was frightening.
antiquity The museum displayed artifacts from antiquity. especially the period before the Middle Ages. commencer à apprendre		The ancient past
supplies commencer à apprendre		An amount of something needed or available for use. The hikers carried enough supplies for the journey.
destruction commencer à apprendre		The action or process of causing so much damage to something that it no longer exists or cannot be repaired. The earthquake caused widespread destruction.
glut commencer à apprendre		An excessively abundant supply of something. There was a glut of tomatoes at the market.
liquidity commencer à apprendre		The availability of liquid assets to a market or company. The company needed to improve its liquidity.
inflationary commencer à apprendre		Relating to or causing inflation. The government took measures to control inflationary pressures.
engage attract commencer à apprendre		Occupy The speaker tried to engage the audience. or involve (someone's interest or attention).
wither commencer à apprendre		Cease to flourish; fall into decay or decline. The flowers began to wither in the heat.
concise commencer à apprendre		Giving a lot of information clearly and in a few words; brief but comprehensive. She gave a concise summary of the report.
exclude group commencer à apprendre		Deny (someone) access to or bar them from a place The club decided to exclude members who violated the rules. or privilege.
jargon commencer à apprendre		Special words or expressions used by a profession or group that are difficult for others to understand. The report was full of technical jargon.
democracy The country transitioned to a democracy. typically through elected representatives. commencer à apprendre		A system of government by the whole population or all the eligible members of a state
crude commencer à apprendre		In a natural or raw state; not yet processed or refined. Crude oil is processed into gasoline.
exploit commencer à apprendre		Make full use of and derive benefit from (a resource). The company exploited the new technology.
cutlery forks commencer à apprendre		Knives The restaurant provided clean cutlery. and spoons used for eating.
gauges commencer à apprendre		An instrument or device for measuring the magnitude of a quantity. The car's gauges indicated the fuel level.
triumph commencer à apprendre		A great victory or achievement. The team celebrated their triumph.
velocity commencer à apprendre		The speed of something in a given direction. The car's velocity increased as it accelerated.
ivory hippopotamus commencer à apprendre		A hard creamy-white substance composing the tusks of an elephant The antique piano had ivory keys. or walrus.
pernicious Gossip can have a pernicious effect on relationships. especially in a gradual or subtle way. commencer à apprendre		Having a harmful effect
predictability commencer à apprendre		The quality of being predictable. The predictability of the weather patterns made farming easier.
unravel commencer à apprendre		Investigate and solve or explain (something complicated or puzzling). The detective tried to unravel the mystery.
strain commencer à apprendre		Force (a part of one's body or oneself) to make a strenuous or unusually great effort. He strained his back lifting the heavy box.
plight difficult commencer à apprendre		A dangerous The plight of the refugees was heartbreaking. or otherwise unfortunate situation.
mortality commencer à apprendre		The state of being subject to death. The high mortality rate was a cause for concern.
daunting commencer à apprendre		Seeming difficult to deal with in anticipation; intimidating. The task seemed daunting at first.
extinct commencer à apprendre		Having no living members; no longer in existence. Dinosaurs are extinct.
tectonic commencer à apprendre		Relating to the structure of the earth's crust and its rocks. Tectonic plates cause earthquakes.
dispersal commencer à apprendre		The action or process of distributing or spreading things or people over a wide area. The dispersal of seeds is essential for plant reproduction.
console commencer à apprendre		Comfort (someone) at a time of grief or disappointment. She tried to console her friend after the loss.
according it will rain. commencer à apprendre		As stated by or in accordance with. According to the weather forecast
ordinary commencer à apprendre		With no special or distinctive features; normal. It was just an ordinary day.
national commencer à apprendre		Relating to or characteristic of a whole nation. The national anthem was played.
despite they went for a walk. commencer à apprendre		In spite of; notwithstanding. Despite the rain
academic commencer à apprendre		Relating to education and scholarship. She has a strong academic background.
emphasis value commencer à apprendre		Special importance The teacher placed emphasis on good writing skills. or prominence given to a particular thing.
factor fact commencer à apprendre		A circumstance Several factors contributed to the accident. or influence that contributes to a result or outcome.
critics commencer à apprendre		A person who expresses an unfavorable opinion of something. The movie received mixed reviews from critics.
epidemic commencer à apprendre		A widespread occurrence of an infectious disease in a community at a particular time. The city faced an epidemic of the flu.
guilt commencer à apprendre		A feeling of having done wrong or failed in an obligation. He felt guilt for breaking the promise.
fatally commencer à apprendre		Causing death; deadly. The accident was fatally wounded.
abiding commencer à apprendre		Lasting a long time; enduring. They had an abiding friendship.
course or river. aircraft commencer à apprendre		The route or direction followed by a ship road
literature She studied English literature. especially those considered of superior or lasting artistic merit. commencer à apprendre		Written works
acquisition commencer à apprendre		The act of acquiring something. The acquisition of knowledge is a lifelong process.
political commencer à apprendre		Relating to government or public affairs of a country. The election had a significant political impact.
observation commencer à apprendre		The action or process of observing something or someone carefully or in order to gain information. Careful observation is essential in scientific research.
inquisitive commencer à apprendre		Curious or inquiring. The child was inquisitive and asked many questions.
dwellers commencer à apprendre		A person or animal that lives in a specified place. The city dwellers were used to the noise.
moderate or degree. intensity commencer à apprendre		Average in amount quality
adamant commencer à apprendre		Refusing to be persuaded or to change one's mind. He was adamant that he was right.
compulsory commencer à apprendre		Required by law or rules; obligatory. Education is compulsory for children.
account commencer à apprendre		A report or description of an event or experience. She gave a detailed account of her travels.
absolute commencer à apprendre		Not qualified or diminished in any way; total. He had absolute control over the situation.
graze commencer à apprendre		Eat grass in a field. The cows were grazing in the pasture.
identical commencer à apprendre		Similar in every detail; exactly alike. The twins were identical.
imitate commencer à apprendre		Take or follow as a model; copy. Children often imitate their parents.
plagiarism commencer à apprendre		The practice of taking someone else's work or ideas and passing them off as one's own. Plagiarism is a serious academic offense.
adopted commencer à apprendre		Take (a child) into one's family and raise it as one's own. They adopted a child from overseas.
scrutiny commencer à apprendre		Critical observation or examination. The document was under close scrutiny.
amazonian commencer à apprendre		Relating to the Amazon region or its people. The Amazonian rainforest is vital to the planet.
alleged without proof commencer à apprendre		Said The alleged thief was arrested. to have taken place or to have a specified characteristic.
alchemy and the preparation of elixirs. concerned with the transmutation of base metals into gold commencer à apprendre		The medieval forerunner of chemistry a search for the philosopher's stone
Word blank commencer à apprendre		Definition Example
flange The pipe had a flange to connect it to another. usually projecting at right angles from an object. commencer à apprendre		A broad ridge or rim
beast The lion is a powerful beast. especially a large or dangerous four-footed one. commencer à apprendre		An animal
entrenched commencer à apprendre		Established firmly and difficult or unlikely to change; ingrained. The old customs were deeply entrenched in the community.
cosmology commencer à apprendre		The science of the origin and development of the universe. Ancient civilizations had their own cosmologies.
presenting etc.). film commencer à apprendre		Introduce and describe (a play broadcast
poverty commencer à apprendre		The state of being poor. Many people live in poverty around the world.
eccentric commencer à apprendre		Deviating from conventional or accepted usage or conduct especially in odd or whimsical ways. His eccentric behavior made him stand out.
boon commencer à apprendre		A thing that is helpful or beneficial. The new technology was a boon to the industry.
beaks commencer à apprendre		A bird's horny projecting jaws; a bill. The parrot has a strong beak.
neolithic Neolithic tools were made of stone. when ground or polished stone weapons and implements prevailed. commencer à apprendre		Relating to the later part of the Stone Age
crust The Earth's crust is made of tectonic plates. especially bread. commencer à apprendre		The hard outer layer of something
online commencer à apprendre		Connected to or available through a computer or a computer network. Many businesses operate online.
firm The law firm represented the client. especially one involving a partnership of two or more people. commencer à apprendre		A business concern
organs commencer à apprendre		A part of an organism that is typically self-contained and has a specific vital function. The heart is a vital organ.
notable commencer à apprendre		Worthy of attention or notice; remarkable. The author is notable for her contributions to literature.
criticism commencer à apprendre		The expression of disapproval of someone or something on the basis of perceived faults or mistakes. The movie received widespread criticism.
genres style as in music or literature commencer à apprendre		A category of artistic composition or subject matter. characterized by similarities in form
participate commencer à apprendre		Take part in an action or event. Everyone was encouraged to participate in the discussion.
indispensable commencer à apprendre		Absolutely necessary. A good education is indispensable for success.
obsession commencer à apprendre		An idea or thought that continually preoccupies or intrudes on a person's mind. He had an obsession with collecting stamps.
legislation commencer à apprendre		Laws considered collectively. The new legislation was passed by parliament.
canal commencer à apprendre		An artificial waterway constructed to allow the passage of boats or ships inland or to irrigate land. The canal connected the two rivers.
neutral disagreement commencer à apprendre		Not supporting or helping either side in a conflict The referee remained neutral during the game. etc.; impartial.
traits Honesty is a desirable trait. typically one belonging to a person. commencer à apprendre		A distinguishing quality or characteristic
fellow commencer à apprendre		A man or boy. He is a fellow member of the club.
verdict commencer à apprendre		A decision on an issue of fact in a civil or criminal case or an inquest. The jury delivered their verdict.
proficiency commencer à apprendre		A high degree of competence or skill; expertise. She has proficiency in several languages.
pollinate Bees pollinate flowers. enabling it to fertilize and produce seeds. commencer à apprendre		Supply (a plant) with pollen
imagery The poem is rich in imagery. especially in a literary work. commencer à apprendre		Visually descriptive or figurative language
predator commencer à apprendre		An animal that naturally preys on others. The lion is a predator.
confidence commencer à apprendre		The feeling or belief that one can have faith in or rely on someone or something. She spoke with confidence.
insufficient commencer à apprendre		Not enough; inadequate. There was insufficient evidence to convict him.
laborious commencer à apprendre		Requiring considerable time and effort. The task was laborious but rewarding.
relic The museum displayed ancient relics. especially one of historical or sentimental interest. commencer à apprendre		An object surviving from an earlier time
demography or the incidence of disease deaths commencer à apprendre		The study of statistics such as births which illustrate the changing structure of human populations. income
accused commencer à apprendre		A person or group of people who are charged with or on trial for a crime. The accused was brought before the court.
quotes He used quotes from the book in his essay. typically with an indication that one is not the original author or speaker. commencer à apprendre		Repeat or copy out (a group of words from a text or speech)
dubbed commencer à apprendre		Give an unofficial name or nickname to (someone or something). The city was dubbed the "City of Lights."
citations especially in a scholarly work. paper commencer à apprendre		A quotation from or reference to a book or author
pesticides commencer à apprendre		A substance used for destroying insects or other organisms harmful to cultivated plants or to animals. Pesticides can harm the environment.
sparse commencer à apprendre		Thinly dispersed or scattered. The population was sparse in the rural areas.
sombre commencer à apprendre		Having or conveying a feeling of deep seriousness and sadness. The funeral had a sombre atmosphere.
peninsula commencer à apprendre		A piece of land almost surrounded by water or projecting out into a body of water. Italy is a peninsula.
affairs commencer à apprendre		Matters of public interest or business. The government dealt with international affairs.
portray commencer à apprendre		Depict (someone or something) in a work of art or literature. The painting portrays a beautiful landscape.
culinary commencer à apprendre		Relating to cooking or the kitchen. She has a passion for culinary arts.
thesis commencer à apprendre		A statement or theory that is put forward as a premise to be maintained or proved. He wrote a thesis on climate change.
concern commencer à apprendre		Relating to or regarding; about. The report raised concerns about safety.
biomass Biomass can be used as a renewable energy source. or recently living organisms. commencer à apprendre		Organic matter derived from living
ozone The ozone layer protects us from harmful radiation. formed from oxygen by electrical discharges or ultraviolet light. commencer à apprendre		A colorless unstable toxic gas with a pungent odor and powerful oxidizing properties
nature and the landscape including plants commencer à apprendre		The phenomena of the physical world collectively and other features and products of the earth itself animals
essential commencer à apprendre		Absolutely necessary; extremely important. Water is essential for life.
synchronized commencer à apprendre		Occurring or done at the same time or rate. The dancers performed a synchronized routine.
appreciate commencer à apprendre		Recognize the full worth of. I appreciate your help.
embossed molded commencer à apprendre		Carved The book had an embossed cover. or stamped with a design in relief.
crisis commencer à apprendre		A time of intense difficulty or danger. The country faced an economic crisis.
equivalent meaning amount commencer à apprendre		Equal in value etc. function
alpine commencer à apprendre		Relating to high mountains. Alpine flowers grow in the mountains.
aesthetic commencer à apprendre		Concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty. The building has an aesthetic design.
depict painting commencer à apprendre		Show or represent by a drawing The artist depicted the scene in detail. or other art form.
preeminence commencer à apprendre		The fact of surpassing all others; superiority. The company achieved preeminence in the market.
anthropologists commencer à apprendre		An expert in or student of anthropology. Anthropologists study human societies.
establish commencer à apprendre		Set up on a firm or permanent basis. They established a new business.
perpetrate illegal commencer à apprendre		Carry out or commit (a harmful He was accused of perpetrating a fraud. or immoral action).
nuances expression commencer à apprendre		A subtle difference in or shade of meaning The author captured the nuances of the characters' emotions. or sound.
actively commencer à apprendre		In an active manner; energetically. She actively participated in the discussion.
ancestors typically one more remote than a grandparent commencer à apprendre		A person Our ancestors lived in caves. from whom one is descended.
contrary direction commencer à apprendre		Opposite in nature Contrary to popular belief or meaning.
distracted commencer à apprendre		Having one's attention diverted. He was distracted by the noise.
perception hear commencer à apprendre		The ability to see Our perception of reality is influenced by our experiences. or become aware of something through the senses.
orchestra and percussion instruments. woodwind commencer à apprendre		A large instrumental ensemble typically including sections of strings brass
genius commencer à apprendre		Exceptional intellectual or creative power or other natural ability. Einstein was a genius.
domain commencer à apprendre		An area of territory owned or controlled by a ruler or state. The king ruled over a vast domain.
distinguish commencer à apprendre		Recognize or treat (someone or something) as different. It's difficult to distinguish between the twins.
bohemian commencer à apprendre		A person with artistic or literary interests who disregards conventional standards of behavior. The artist lived a bohemian lifestyle.
bankrupt commencer à apprendre		Declared in law as unable to pay outstanding debts. The company went bankrupt.
collisions commencer à apprendre		An instance of one moving object or person striking violently against another. There were several collisions on the highway.
implicitly commencer à apprendre		In a way that is not directly expressed; tacitly. The agreement was implicitly understood.
imperial commencer à apprendre		Relating to an empire. The imperial palace was magnificent.
Word blank commencer à apprendre		Definition Example
compounds commencer à apprendre		A thing that is composed of two or more separate elements; a mixture. Water is a compound of hydrogen and oxygen.
corresponding form commencer à apprendre		Similar in character There is a corresponding increase in demand during the holidays. or function; analogous.
hunting sport commencer à apprendre		The activity of pursuing and killing wild animals or game for food Lion hunting is illegal in most countries. or profit.
paradox commencer à apprendre		A seemingly absurd or self-contradictory statement or proposition that when investigated or explained may prove to be well founded or true. The paradox of saving money is that you have to spend some to save some.
naked commencer à apprendre		Without clothes. The baby was born naked.
decomposition commencer à apprendre		The state or process of rotting; decay. The decomposition of leaves enriches the soil.
comparison commencer à apprendre		A consideration or estimate of the similarities or dissimilarities between two things or people. A comparison of the two reports revealed some discrepancies.
questionnaires The researchers distributed questionnaires to gather data. devised for the purposes of a survey or statistical study. commencer à apprendre		A set of printed or written questions with a choice of answers
notes topics commencer à apprendre		A brief record of facts She took notes during the lecture. or thoughts written down as an aid to memory.
deficit especially a sum of money commencer à apprendre		The amount by which something The company had a budget deficit. is too small.
distress sorrow commencer à apprendre		Extreme anxiety The victims of the disaster were in great distress. or pain.
deduct commencer à apprendre		Subtract or take away (something) from a total. The tax was deducted from his salary.
improvements commencer à apprendre		A thing that improves or enhances something. The new software includes several improvements.
algae nonflowering commencer à apprendre		Simple Algae can be used to produce biofuel. and typically aquatic plants of a large group that includes the seaweeds and many single-celled forms.
addiction activity commencer à apprendre		The fact or condition of being addicted to a particular substance Drug addiction is a serious problem. or thing.
quota The company has a quota for hiring new employees. in particular one officially assigned to a group or individual. commencer à apprendre		A limited or fixed number or amount of people or things
fluent commencer à apprendre		Able to express oneself or move easily and articulately. She is fluent in French and Spanish.
coaxed commencer à apprendre		Persuade (someone) gradually or by flattery to do something. She coaxed him into going to the party.
fatal commencer à apprendre		Causing death. The car accident was fatal.
superior status commencer à apprendre		Higher in rank The new model is superior to the old one. or quality.
aerial happening commencer à apprendre		Existing Aerial photography provides a unique perspective. or operating in the air.
quarter commencer à apprendre		Each of four equal or corresponding parts into which something is or can be divided. He ate a quarter of the pizza.
nectar especially within flowers commencer à apprendre		A sugary fluid secreted by plants Bees collect nectar from flowers. to encourage pollination by insects and other animals.
pharaonic commencer à apprendre		Relating to the pharaohs of ancient Egypt. The pyramids are pharaonic monuments.
crew The ship's crew worked hard. especially on a ship or aircraft. commencer à apprendre		A group of people who work together
glimpse commencer à apprendre		A momentary or partial view. She caught a glimpse of the celebrity.
mates commencer à apprendre		The sexual partner of an animal. The birds were looking for their mates.
adverse commencer à apprendre		Preventing success or development; harmful; unfavorable. Adverse weather conditions delayed the flight.
missiles The country launched missiles. carrying a conventional or nuclear explosive charge. commencer à apprendre		A weapon that is self-propelled or directed by remote control
descends commencer à apprendre		Move or fall downward. The plane descends for landing.
latitude or of a celestial object north or south of the celestial equator commencer à apprendre		The angular distance of a place north or south of the earth's equator The city is located at a latitude of 40 degrees north. usually expressed in degrees and minutes.
consistency or fairness. typically that which is necessary for the sake of logic commencer à apprendre		Conformity in the application of something accuracy
skeptics commencer à apprendre		A person inclined to question or doubt accepted opinions. Skeptics doubted the new theory.
fluid commencer à apprendre		A substance that has no fixed shape and yields easily to external pressure; a liquid or gas. Water is a fluid.
explore commencer à apprendre		Investigate systematically. The scientists wanted to explore the new planet.
particular commencer à apprendre		Used to single out an individual member of a specified group or class. He had a particular interest in history.
overwhelming commencer à apprendre		Very great in amount; overpowering. The response was overwhelming.
curriculum commencer à apprendre		The subjects comprising a course of study in a school or college. The school offers a diverse curriculum.
adjudication commencer à apprendre		The action or process of adjudicating. The case went to adjudication.
derision commencer à apprendre		Contemptuous ridicule or mockery. His ideas were met with derision.
perhaps commencer à apprendre		Used to express uncertainty or possibility. Perhaps it will rain tomorrow.
consumption commencer à apprendre		The using up of a resource. The consumption of fossil fuels contributes to pollution.
conversely she wanted to leave. commencer à apprendre		Introducing a statement or idea which reverses one just made or referred to. He wanted to stay; conversely
composed commencer à apprendre		Having one's feelings and expression under control; calm. She remained composed despite the stress.
piercing commencer à apprendre		Loud or shrill. The piercing sound of the siren was deafening.
census The government conducted a census. typically recording various details of individuals. commencer à apprendre		An official count or survey of a population
concentrate subject commencer à apprendre		Focus one's attention or resources on a particular activity She tried to concentrate on her work. or problem.
dozen commencer à apprendre		A group or set of twelve. He bought a dozen eggs.
impression He made a good impression on the interviewer. especially one formed without conscious thought or on the basis of little evidence. commencer à apprendre		An idea or feeling about someone or something
enroll commencer à apprendre		Officially register as a member of an institution or a student on a course. She decided to enroll in the university.
derived commencer à apprendre		Obtain something from (a specified source). The word is derived from Latin.
graz commencer à apprendre		A city in southeastern Austria. Graz is a beautiful city.
millennium The pyramids were built millennia ago. especially when calculated from the traditional date of the birth of Christ. commencer à apprendre		A period of a thousand years
degradation commencer à apprendre		The process or state of degrading or being degraded. Environmental degradation is a serious issue.
qualitative measuring commencer à apprendre		Relating to The researchers conducted qualitative research. or measured by the quality of something rather than its quantity.
nomenclature The scientific nomenclature is complex. especially in a science or art. commencer à apprendre		The devising or choosing of names for things
questionnaire They used a questionnaire to gather opinions. devised for the purposes of a survey or statistical study. commencer à apprendre		A set of printed or written questions with a choice of answers
edge area commencer à apprendre		The outside limit of an object He stood at the edge of the cliff. or surface; a fringe.
optimizes commencer à apprendre		Make the best or most effective use of (a situation or resource). The software optimizes performance.
abandon commencer à apprendre		Cease to support or look after (someone); desert. They had to abandon the old house.
construct or machine). typically a building commencer à apprendre		Build or erect (something road
estimated commencer à apprendre		Approximately calculated or judged. The estimated cost of the project is $1 million.
lively commencer à apprendre		Full of life and energy; active and outgoing. The party was lively and fun.
owner commencer à apprendre		A person who owns something. He is the owner of the company.
beaten commencer à apprendre		Defeated in a contest or struggle. The team was beaten in the final game.
incidence crime rate commencer à apprendre		The occurrence or other undesirable thing. or frequency of a disease

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