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No longer produced or used; out of date.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

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