Target Listening (Practice Test)-Practice Book 4 (E)
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arrogant
an exaggeration of one's worth or self-esteem
I don't like people who are arrogant and self-involved.
artificial
not natural; man-made
We always get an artificial Christmas tree because my mother is allergic to pine needles.
ascend
to move up or climb something
When the president of the company retired, the VP ascended to his position.
assumption
assuming, hypothesis
My assumption is that the dogs escaped by jumping over the fence.
avalanche
a large mass falling down a mountainside
It has been confirmed that last week's sudden avalanche has claimed twenty-four lives.
barrier
any natural bar or obstacle
There was a barrier between the girl and boy. That barrier was the girl’s father.
barrier
any natural bar or obstacle
There was a barrier between the girl and boy. That barrier was the girl’s father.
be affiliated with
to be associated with something
Our company is affiliated with the federal government.
classified
of or designating the part or parts of a publication that contain advertisements or lists arranged by category
Look under "locksmith" in the classified pages of the phone book.
coincidence
the happening of two or more events at the same time by chance
It was no coincidence that you did well on your exam; it was through your hard work and determination that you were able to receive such a good grade.
commute
a regular journey usually between home and work
I have about 40 minutes commute to work.
connotation
an implied or associated meaning separate from a literal meaning
The king's use of the word "common" had a negative connotation under the circumstances.
contamination
pollution caused by unwanted substances
After the oil spill, the lake had to be checked for contamination.
convince
to cause someone to believe something
By offering his house as collateral, the aspiring restaurant owner convinced the bank to grant him a loan.
demeanor
an outward manner
Her outward demeanor is a bit rough, but she is really sweet.
desperate
having an urgent need or desire
Heidi was desperate to find shelter from the storm.
dimensional
having a certain number of dimensions
Using these special glasses, the audience can experience a three-dimensional image when watching the movie.
discard
to throw away
The bottle should be discarded once you finish all the medicine.
educational
providing education or related to education
The film was quite educational.
embroider
to decorate cloth with patterns or pictures
I am embroidering this picture for my mother.
eruption
the act of emerging violently from limits or restraints
The area was evacuated due to the volcanic eruption.
ferociously
very intensely
The men fought ferociously to save their home.
fictional
something that is not true
Stories like Harry Potter are popular because they tell a good fictional story.
fulfilling
making a person feel happy and satisfied
I enjoyed a fulfilling experience at university.
hormonal
of, related to, or effected by hormons
His acne was a hormonal problem.
humiliation
the state of feeling extreme embarrassment or shame
The humiliation of forgetting the lyrics to the national anthem is almost too much for her to bear.
impaired
weakened, diminished
His senses were impaired because he was drinkinging too mcuh.
inquire
to ask about something
The professor inquired about my health because I was coughing in class.
isolate
to set apart from others
Due to her various ailments, it was difficult to isolate the cause of her sickness.
kennel
an establishment where dogs or cats are boarded
My friend offered to look after my dog over the weekend so I didn't have to take it to a kennel.
landlord
a person who owns and leases land, buildings, etc.
You should let your landlord know if there are any problems in your apartment.
neurologist
a doctor specializing in the nervous system
After the car accident, I had to see a neurologist.
optimistic
the tendency to be hopeful and to emphasize or think of the good part in a situation rather than the bad part
Even after the divorce, the father remains optimistic that he can do a good job of raising his children alone.
parasite
an animal or plant that lives on or in another animal or plant of a different type and feeds from it
You can get a parasite from drinking contaminated water.
persist
to continue steadily in the same manner in spite of obstacles or opposition
The man persisted and finally won over the woman's heart.
perspective
a technique used to depict volumes and spatial relationships on a flat surface
In the beginning drawing class, students learn about linear and atmospheric perspectives.
pessimistic
always looking on the bad side of a situation
My oldest brother is not always fun to be around because he is so pessimistic.
plot
the plan, scheme or main story of a literary or dramtic work, as a play, novel, or short story
The plot of the book was basically one person's search for the meaning of life.
portability
the ability to move
Computers now have such a high range of portability thanks to laptops.
precipitation
water that falls from clouds
Thanks to a high level of precipitation, the area is lush with greenery.
ration
to restrict the consumption of
My grandparents had to ration their food when they were children.
reject
to refuse or deny
I've decided to reject your offer for my home.
remote
far away, from afar
The remote server sent information more slowly than the closer ones.
restrict
put certain limitations on
Due to a drought, the city restricts water usage.
routinely
regularly; usually
You should routinely visit your doctor to make sure that you are not having any health problems.
selfish
only thinking of one's self
I think big businesses are quite selfish and only want to make money for themselves.
shed
to impart or release
She shed her old attitude and then was accepted by more kids at schhool.
sibling
a brother or a sister
Because there were seven children in her family, she often fought with her siblings for her parent's attention.
subside
to become less active
The rain subsided so we decided to walk home.
terrifying
extremely scary
For Juliet, the plane ride through the thunderstorm was terrifying.
advocate
a person who actively supports or favors a cause
He was an advocates of health care reform to make it more affordable for the poor.
antibody
a protein produced in the blood which fights diseases by attacking and killing harmful bacteria
If your body did not produce antibodies, you'd always be sick.
asthma
a chronic lung condition presenting difficulty of breathing
The boy had to use medicine to control his attacks of asthma.
autism
a developmental disorder of children that impairs language and other communication skills in addition to social abilities
autism is more common in boys than girls.
awkward
difficult to use, do, or deal with
During adolescents, teenagers often feel very awkward with what is going on in their bodies.
bachelor
an unmarried man
I was surprised to know that he was still a bachelor at the age of 40.
blizzard
a severe snowstorm
The blizzard that affected parts of the southwest was disastrous since citiznes were not accustomed to driving in so much snow.
cater
to satisfy someone's special needs and desires
The hotel staff will cater to a guest's every need.
clearance
a sale
The clearance lasted only for the weekend.
comment
to make a statement of opinion, explanation
Darren commented on the lack of care shown to the elderly.
confrontation
a tense meeting or a clash
The confrontation between the manager and the employee harmed the image of the company.
demolish
to do away with
The house was completely demolished during the earthquake.
discipline
to punish or penalize in order to control
I was disciplined by my parents because they did not want me to make the same mistake twice.
donate
to give away so as to help
I donated my old clothes to charity.
elective
a course that students get to choose; not required
I took film appreciation as one of my electives this semester.
ethnicity
one's racial background
Your ehtnicity should not be an issue about whether you get the job or not.
fairytale
a ficticious story ment to entertain
One of my daughter's most beloved fairytales is Cinderella.
far-fetched
not likely or realistic
His plan to swim across the river was absolutely far-fetched.
flavonoid
a water-soluble plant pigment that is beneficial to health
Foods that contain flavonoids are really good for you.
formerly
previously in time or order
The European Union was formerly called the European Community.
give in
to capitulate
It took me a month of asking her out, but she finally gave in and agreed to have dinner with me.
granddad
the father of your father or mother
Grandad says I look just like my dad when I was his age.
guideline
information intended to advise people on how something should be done or what something should be
The teacher did not have specific guidelines for the students to follow which caused some students to be very confused.
gunmen
a person armed with or expert in the use of a gun
After the robbery, the bank was surrounded with gunmen who kept onlookers away.
immunity
resistance to or protection against a specified disease
With earlier vaccinations, there is more immunity to chicken pox then there was sixty years ago.
injustice
an unjust or unfair act
Since he could not stand the injustice of the government any longer, he decided to leave the country.
interaction
when two or more people or things interact
Children need interaction with others their age to help them develop their social skills.
irritated
annoyed by someone or something
I was very irritated by her decision not to put me in charge of the project.
matchless
not able to find an equal to
Her matchless skills on the tennis court made her a champion.
nonexistent
absence of existence
Her social skills are nonexistent.
periodic
recurring at intervals of time
Joseph makes periodic visits into town when he needs supplies.
permissible
allowable
Her parents were very permissible and allowed their daughter to make all decisions independently even though she was only 12 years old.
pleading
the act of asking for something to the point of begging
All the pleading from the citizens made the king change his mind about jailing the young boy.
reassure
to restore to assurance or confidence
Her praise reassured me that I had done alright.
reduction
less of something
The reduction of the husband's salary affected the family greatly.
relief
a means or thing that relieves pain, distress, anxiety, etc.
The traveler sought relief from the storm.
retail
the sale of goods to consumers, usually in small quantities
Common citizens buy the majority of their goods from retail stores.
ruthless
not thinking about the feelings or health of other people
He is a ruthless businessman and nothing will stop him when it comes to a business opportunity.
seemingly
appearing to be something, especially when this is not true
No one seemingly noticed that she made a few errors in her presentation.
shorthanded
not having the usual or necessary number of workers, helpers, etc.
Our cafe cannot afford to be shorthanded on the weekends because that is our busiest time.
skeptic
one who instinctively doubts, questions, or disagrees with generally accepted conclusions
I have to admit that I am a skeptic when it comes to fortune tellers and people who claim they can speak to the dead.
sterilize
to make clean and free from germs
Long ago, doctors did not sterilize their tools before using them on patients.
strikingly
attracting attention for being unusual or remarkable
He looks strikingly similar to Brad Pitt.
terrain
an area of land
You need to wear proper shoes when hiking due to the rough terrain.
timidly
bashfully
Alex timidly walked into the classroom to begin his first day of school.
triumphant
to be successful; victorious
The triumphant team raised the championship trophy in the air.
trivia
game played where participants answer questions about general knowledge
Testing one's knowledge of trivia can be fun at parties.
uncluttered
very neat
His uncluttered room surprised his mother.
undeniable
not capable of being disputed
When you are wealthy, it is an undeniable truth that you can buy happiness to a certain degree.
uninhabited
not lived in or occupied
The inspector said that the area to the south was largely uninhabited.
uninterrupted
continuous; unbroken
The singer enjoyed an uninterrupted string of hit songs in the early 90s.
untamed
not under control; dangerous
The untamed horse refused to be domesticated by the cowboy.
validity
the quality of being credible and well-grounded
Her testimony added to the validity of the prosecuter's case.
wilderness
a wild, uncultivated or uninhabited region
When I was younger, I used to enjoy camping in the wilderness. However, since the wolf attack, I prefer to stay in the city.
abs
same as abdominals.
I work out four times a week, but getting my abs flat is tough.
agonizing
accompanied by, filled with, or resulting in agony or distress
My tattoo took an agonizing hour to finish.
all-inclusive
including everything
Insurance through my workplace is all-inclusive.
attest
to swear something is true
My neighbor can attest to the fact I was home during the evening.
boundary
a real or imagined line that marks the edge or limit of something
The city boundaries are marked by the railroad tracks.
burst out
to sudden expulsion of emotion
Dan burst out crying when his daughter got married.
chimp
a small, very intelligent African ape with black or brown fur
The researchers were tying to teach the chimp sign language.
collie
a breed of dogs having a long black, tan, and white coat, raised originally to herd sheep
I think the most famous collie is Lassie. I remember watching her TV show when I was a boy.
contemplate
to think about something seriously
The principal contemplated on an appropriate punishment for the boys.
dazed
dumbfounded; amazed
He had a dazed look in his eyes because he had drank so much.
descend
to approach or pounce upon eagerly
The children descended upon their gifts with glee.
devotion
dedication
Her devotion to her children was evidenced by her sacrificing her career to home school them.
dread
to fear greatly
As a student, I dreaded my math classes.
easygoing
calm; very laid back
Sharon is fun to be with because she is so easygoing.
endure
to undergo a hardship or difficulty without giving in
They had to endure many cold evenings because the heater was broken.
evaluation
an analysis
Her yearly evaluation was very positive, so she got a big raise.
excessive
exceeding a normal amount, too much
The amount of work required in the class was excessive.
eyeopening
enlightening
Traveling abroad would be an eyeopening experience for anyone.
funky
offbeat; fasionable
It is common to see some funky fashions around areas where a university is located.
furious
exhibiting anger
The teacher was furious with her class's behavior during the trip to the museum.
garment
a piece of clothing
Her garments are typically well-designed.
gracious
characterized by good taste, comfort, ease, or luxury
Our gracious host showed us around his home and then had a lovely dinner prepared for us.
hardship
Extreme privation; suffering
Going through hardships is one of the many realities of life.
hygienic
clean; helpful in preventing disease
Surprisingly, the man had extremely good hygienic habits.
hypothesis
a theory; an idea about why something happens
Scientists first make a hypothesis and then test it with an experiment.
identify
to establish as being a particular person or thing
Even the youngest baby can identify its mother by her voice.
immeasurable
limitless
The police man said the woman's help in solving the case was immeasurable.
impersonal
lacking human emotion or warmth
It seems that the more advanced we get as a society, the more impersonal we become.
inspirational
imparting inspiration
Her life was inspirational to many young women.
intimidate
to make someone fearful or timid by showing power or making threats
My dad intimidates my friends whenever they visit.
lawmaking
the act or process of creating laws
Their process of lawmaking is unfair because the people have no say into what laws are made.
lean
to cause to slope in one direction, or to move the top part of the body in a particular direction
Josh was tired so he was leaning against his car.
legacy
something that is a part of your history or which stays from an earlier time
The Greeks left a rich legacy of literature and art.
motivate
to give a reason to do something
Her speech motivated me to hold onto my dreams.
nitric oxide
a transparent colorless liquid which is used in making many chemicals, especially explosives and fertilizers for plants
In order for a plant to grow well, the soil must be rich in nitric oxide.
non-traditional
not conforming to or in accord with tradition
I grew up in a non-traditional home with only my dad and sister.
outlook
perspective, a prospect
The outlook for the situation did not look good.
perseverance
a determination to stay with some course of action or some decision
Although everyone told her she would fail, she kept working because she has a lot of perseverance.
ramble
to talk or write in an aimless way; to have no point
When you are writing an essay, do not ramble. Stick to the point.
reduction
the act of making something smaller
Most people want a reduction in their taxes.
rescue
to save someone from danger
The lifeguard rescued the young boy from the ocean.
retrieve
to go get and bring back
After her computer crashed, there was no way to retrieve the information from the hard drive.
ritual
any practice or pattern of behavior regularly perfomed in a set manner as in some religion
Many children experience the ritual of baptism when they are very young.
ruin
to make something unusable
After the fire, the house was ruined.
self-centered
only thinking about one's self
An only child can grow up to be a self-centered individual if they are not socialized with others.
senior
a person in their final year of study at a high school or university
seniors have a much better perspective of student life than incoming freshmen.
separately
on an individual basis;
Victor and Ian arrived separately.
specialty
a special interest, skill, study or work
Baking a cake is my specialty.
tendency
a likelihood to behave in a particular way or to like a particular thing
She has a tendency of leaving her clothes everywhere.
tryout
a trial or test to see the qualifications of an applicant
They are having tryouts for the baseball team next weekend.
unending
without end; everlasting
There seems to be an unending supply of stray cats in my neighborhood.
agenda
a list, plan, outline, or the like, of things to be done, matters to be acted or voted upon, etc.
According to the agenda, I won't be giving my presentation until after we vote on Mr. Wilson's proposal.
astound
shock or greatly surprise
I was astounded to hear that Angela got into Harvard.
autism
a developmental disorder of children that impairs language and other communication skills in addition to social abilities
autism is more common in boys than girls.
batch
a group of things or people dealt with at the same time
I just made a batch of fresh-hot cookies.
beforehand
in advance; ahead of time
It is a good idea to ask your professor for permission to miss class beforehand.
buckled
securely fastened with a buckle
The buckled belt will keep you from moving around too much during the ride.
circumstances
a condition or factor which has effects on others
Several circumstances lead to his decision to leave the company.
confrontation
a tense meeting or a clash
The confrontation between the manager and the employee harmed the image of the company.
distinctive
having a special quality that is distinguished from others
James Earl Jones has a very distinctive voice which most people can easily recognize as the voice of Mufasa in the Lion King.
ecosystem
a system formed by the interaction of a community of organisms with their environment.
The major oil spill will have a great impact on the surrounding ecosystems.
elegant
stylish in appearance; graceful; refined
Mary had exquisite tastes and had her house decorated with elegant furniture.
enlist
to enter, usually voluntarily, for military service
After our nation's capital was attacked, several young people enlisted in the military.
finalize
to complete all the details of something
We finalized my work contract today.
flavor
the distinctive taste of something as it is experienced in the mouth
The flavor of this drink is a bit too sweet for me.
fulfillment
satisfaction
The fullfillment I get from seeing my children do well in life is indescribable.
garment
a piece of clothing
Her garments are typically well-designed.
hatch
to break out of an egg
My daughter is going to hatch chickens for her science fair project.
hazardous
dangerous, potentially harmful
Smoking cigarettes is hazardous to your health.
hesitation
to delay due to uncertainty of mind or fear
hesitation can be the difference between living and dying.
horizontally
to be parallel to the plane of the horizon; at right angles to the vertical
You should lie down horizontally in bed.
immensely
extremely
He seems to have a mind of his own, and also seems to be immensely popular.
inbox
where one's electronic mail is kept
I checked my inbox to see if I had any emails sent to me.
inhabitable
able to support and sustain life
There is not much inhabitable land on Greeland.
inhibit
to prevent; to hinder
Her lack of confidence inhibited her from getting a better job.
inseparable
unable to be divided
These wires are inseparable to the computer's memory.
intricate
very complicated or detailed
The blueprint of the building is very intricate.
linemen
in American football, one of the players on the line as a center, guard, tackle, or end
Their team probably has the best collection of linemen in the league.
longevity
the duration of life
Many people say that happiness is the key to longevity.
materialize
to cause to become real or actual
Money just doesn’t materialize from trees. You have to work for it.
metabolic
relating to the chemical processes in the body
Diabetes is a metabolic disease where the body does not produce enough insulin, so there is too much blood sugar.
microgravity
a condition, especially in space orbit, where the force of gravity is so weak that weightlessness results
Scientists have developed machines that simulate microgravity in a controlled environment.
mimic
to copy the way in which a particular person usually speaks and moves, usually in order to amuse people
The baby mimicked every sound the dog made.
movement
a progressive development of ideas toward a particular end
There was a powerful movement to unseat the president.
multimillion
pertaining to several million units of something
Mrs. Lee is in charge of a multimillion dollar company.
mutual
reciprocated respect for the other
The two lovers had a mutual affection for each other.
offense
the players or team unit that are responsible for attacking or scoring in a game
Michael enjoys playing offense more than defense because it is livelier.
opt
to choose
The kids opted to have pizza for dinner on Friday night.
petition
a formal or solemn written request
If you want to change a law, you can start by asking your neighbors to sign a petition.
prom
a formal dance usually held in high school
A prom is a formal dance at a school or college which is usually held at the end of the academic year.
prominent
well-known
He is a very prominent and successful author.
resort
to have recourse
The mother tried very hard to discipline her son without resorting to spanking.
respectively
in regard to each of two or more
The first and second prizes went to Tom and Larry, respectively.
self-reliance
dependence on one's own powers, resources, skills, thoughts, etc.
Her parents were surprised by the extent of her self-reliance.
stimulus
something that incites to action or exertion or quickens action, feeling, thought
We fed the brain some electrical stimuli to see how it would respond.
student council
committee of students in a high school or university that oversee student affairs
student council is always involved in arranging the fall dance.
tactics
the combination of military plans to achieve a strategy
The generals tactics were successful in capturing the enemy.
tickle
to touch someone lightly with the fingers to make them laugh or happy
My father would always tickle my belly when I was in a bad mood.
timid
lacking in self-assurance, courage, bravery
The timid deer ran off when it saw the people approach.
tuxedo
the complete semi-formal outfit, including jacket, dark trousers, and bow tie
Many of the male celebrities wore tuxedos to the awards ceremony.
wrongly
in a wrong manner; not rightly
You wrongly used company funds for your personal use.
accountability
the state of being accountable, liable, answerable
Only one person has taken accountability for all the things that have gone wrong.
blind date
a social appointment set up by a third party between two people who have not met
I am meeting a friend of Cheryl's on a blind date on Saturday.
bloodline
the line of descent; heritage
The royal family's bloodline could be traced to the 11century.
breather
a break from a task
After hiking for over two hours, we took a well deserved a breather.
candidate
a person or thing ready for something
She is the next candidate for the promotion.
captivity
the condition of being captured or imprisoned
The hostage was held in captivity for a year before he was eventually released.
chaos
a state of utter confusion or disorder
The chaos spread from inside the building to the center of campus.
confide
to impart secrets trustfully
I usually confide all my secrets to my best friend.
conflict
a fight, battle, or struggle
The conflict between the two nations lasted for over ten long years.
confrontation
a tense meeting or a clash
The confrontation between the manager and the employee harmed the image of the company.
curfew
a regulation requiring a person to be home at a prescribed time
When I was 13 my curfew was 7pm.
depletion
the act of reducing the supply of something
The group had to travel back to the river due to the depletion of their water supplies.
destruction
the state of being ruined
The destruction of the old house was sad to see.
devastating
causing a lot of damage or destruction
The hurricane was devastating because it affected the entire village.
differentiate
to make a distinction between
It is difficult for most people to differentiate the identical twins.
emission
something that is emitted like fumes
My car's emission was too much for city standards.
enchanter
one who enchants or delights; sorcerer
The quiet boy was oddly enough a skillful enchanter.
enforce
to compel obedience to something
Police officers enforce local laws.
engrave
to carve letters, designs, etc., on a hard surface, as of metal, stone, or the end grain of wood
They had their initials engraved on the inside of their wedding bands.
enhance
to improve the quality, amount or strength of something
Some athletes believe enhancing their muscles will help them improve their game.
extinct
no longer in existence
Dinosaurs no longer roam the earth because they are extinct.
gift certificate
a certificate entitling the bearer to select merchandise of a specified cash value from a store
I got my dad a $100 gift certificate from the department store so he can buy what he really wants.
gourmet chef
a person who is very skilled and trained to prepare complex and basic meals
Allen became the new gourmet chef at the hotel.
grumpy
easily annoyed and complaining
Belinda is very grumpy when she doesn't get enough sleep.
homecoming
a celebration week at a college or university where former students return
I can't wait to see all of my friends at homecoming. I really missed them over the summer.
hypothesis
an idea or prediction that something will occur
Scientists first make a hypothesis and then test it with an experiment.
inevitable
unavoidable; surely going to happen
Many historians believe the civil war was inevitable when the population of the United States divided.
integrity
the quality of being honest and fair
Most people wanted him to run for office since he has a lot of integrity.
interrupt
to stop or hinder by breaking in
The research was interrupted when the funding ran out.
methane
a colorless gas without smell, which is often used as fuel
methane is a type of gas that is used as fuel.
mishap
an accident
She had a mishap with her car on her way to work.
muscular
having well-developed muscles
Many athletes have muscular physiques that help them in their sport.
mystical
of or pertaining to mystics or mysticism
Ancient stories usually contain many mystical ideas about dragons and gods.
naughtiness
disobedient; mischievous
The student's sheer naughtiness was inexcusable.
nursery
a place where plant and trees are grown
I worked in a nursery over the summer caring for plants.
patronage
financial support
Our small market enjoys the patronage from many people in our community.
predator
an animal that hunts, kills and eats other animals
Coyotes are natural predators of many small creatures.
protest
to physically show that you disagree with something
The workers protested the drop in wages.
realtor
someone whose job it is to rent or sell property or a home to someone
I visited my realtor to look at some new property.
repetition
the act of repeating
The music had a lot of repetition of the lyrics.
stiff
unable to bend or move fluidly
During her interview, she looked stiff and her answers seemed rehearsed.
subscription
an arrangement to receive a certain product or service on a regular basis
If I am not happy with the magazine, I am able to cancel my subscription at any time.
substitute
put or used in place of something else
The substitute office worker really did a great job in Pete's absence.
sulfide
a compound of sulfer with a more electropositive element
Large doses of sulfide can do damage to the ozone.
suspend
interrupt, delay
You must suspend the project until we have more money to fund it.
systematic
something done in an orderly, logical way
Everyone who runs their own business should maintain a systematic method of calculating the tax they are due to pay.
tentative
not finalized
The politicians reached a tentative agreement against the odds in an extremely tough crisis meeting
thereof
of that or it
They do not fear the practise, but the consequences thereof.
ultraviolet
of a wavelength that is invisible to the human eye and that is shorter than the wavelength seen as the color violet
The ultraviolet rays from the sun can cause skin cancer.
victorious
having achieved a victory
We were victorious on the playing field.
adolescent
growing to manhood or womanhood
The adolescent girl was in a hurry to grow up.
adventurous
inclined or willing to engage in some adventures
The hikers had an adventurous spirit.
advocate
to support or encourage
He advocated the control of firearms in the county.
algebra
math that deals with general statements of relations and other symbols to represent specific sets of numbers, values, etc.
You need to know basic math skills before you can enroll in an algebra class.
alleviate
to make something bad such as pain or problems less severe
The drugs did not alleviate her pain; in fact, they made it worse.
auction
a public sale in which property or items of merchandise are sold to the highest bidder
The auction raised over a million dollars for cancer research.
axolotl
a rare breed of salamander
The axolotl lives its entire life underwater.
breed
a type or class
The Rottweiler is a very aggressive breed of dog, which most people are scared of.
caiman
any of several tropical American crocodilians
A caiman should only be handled by trained professional because they are quite dangerous.
censorship
the act of preventing or modifying a publication or broadcast
To protect children from harmful media, the government called for media censorship.
charity
an organization that helps poor people
I always make it a point to give a portion of my salary to charity every month.
compliment
something nice that is said to or about someone else
His compliments made the shy girl blush.
congestion
a condition of overcrowding
New York City suffers from major traffic congestion.
contemplation
view or reflect upon attention
I was in deep contemplation when the professor asked a difficult philosophical question.
controversial
causing disagreement
Religion and politics are controversial subjects that people tend to shy away from.
demonstrate
to display, to prove
Arriving to work on time everyday demonstrated the new secretary's sense of responsibility.
disobedience
a situation in which one does not obey the rules
Civil disobedience in the form of a violent protest gained the attention of the governor.
donate
to give away so as to help
I usually donate more money to charities during the Christmas season.
endangered
facing possible extinction
The endangered white storks were released into the wild.
evolve
to develop gradually
Some people believe that the whale evolved from some sort of wolf.
external
existing on the outside of something
The disk drive doesn't work on her computer, but I have an external disk drive she can use
funeral
of, or relating to a ceremony for the dead
The funeral ceremony will take place at 10 am Wednesday.
gill
an organ that allows animals to breathe underwater
gills allow fish to breathe underwater.
grumble
to be displeased about something
Garret grumbled about having to finish his homework before going outside to play.
hindsight
recognition of the realities, possibilities, or requirements of a situation, event, etc., after its occurrence
It is easy to criticize things in hindsight.
innovative
using new methods or ideas
The child was quite innovate and did not require any toys to keep him busy; he could make things out of an empty box.
inspirational
imparting inspiration
Her life was inspirational to many young women.
judicial
related to courts and judges
In the United States, the judicial branch of the government is the Supreme Court.
larvae
the immature, wingless, feeding state of an insect that undergoes complete metamorphosis
The larvae from a frog are called tadpoles.
laundromat
a place where a person pays money to wash their own clothes
I had to go to the laundromat to wash my clothes because my washer was broken.
legislative
having the function of making laws
The French Parliament is the legislative body of the French government
magnificent
splendid, brilliant
The king wore a magnificent crown on his head.
masterpiece
a person's greatest piece of work
One of Auguste Rodin's masterpieces is the 'Thinker'.
mollusk
any of a class of soft, boneless animals living inside hard shells, such as clams, oysters, and scallops
When they visit the sea, they like to eat fresh mollusks.
mourner
a person who attends a funeral to mourn for the deceased
There were several mourners at the celebrity's funeral.
nonviolent
without violence
nonviolent protests often have a larger impact than violent ones.
participate
take part in something
We have to all participate in the school’s homecoming rally.
plaid
having differently colored yarns in a crossbarred pattern
Betsy wore a cute plaid skirt to school.
ponder
to think deeply
I took some time to ponder his ideas over a walk.
privilege
special right or benefit granted to a person
When the children do not obey their parents, they lose their privilege of watching TV.
proponent
a person who supports or argues in favor of something
His neighbor is a strong proponent of recycling and environmental conservation.
randomly
in a way lacking a system or order
She randomly selected the clothes she would wear for the day.
resident
a person who lives in a certain area
The residents of Hawaii enjoy a very scenic view.
skyrocket
to rise quickly, to increase at a fast pace
Our family's income skyrocketed when my mom got a great new job.
strapless
not having any straps over the shoulders
I think a strapless gown looks very elegant.
strategy
planning in order to achieve a goal
The company's strategy is simple: make good products and sell theem at a low price.
substitute
to put in place of something else
The student teacher was substituting for the regular professor in class today.
subtract
to take away or make smaller
You need to subtract these numbers to get the correct answer.
transition
to change
My university has transitioned from quarters to semesters.
utilize
to put to use
She utilized her negotiation skills to get the contract.
abbreviation
a shortened form of a word
Dictionaries use a lot of abbreviations. For example, "syn." is an abbreviation for "synonym."
absorption
the state or process of being absorbed
absorption is the process in which grains of rice soaks up the water in which it is immersed in.
adjustment
an alteration
The tailor made some last minute adjustments to my suite.
ailment
an illness
My grandmother takes a different medication for each of her ailments.
attribute
to believe to be a result of a cause
He attributes his good looks to his mother, who was a model in her youth.
balanced
being in harmonious or proper arrangement or adjustment, proportion, etc.
His professional and personal lives are balanced quite well.
betray
to deliver or expose to an enemy by treachery or disloyalty
I would never betray my friends.
charitable
generous in donations or gifts to relieve the needs of ill, indigent, or helpless persons
I work for a charitable organization that helps the homeless.
circulating
to move or pass through a circuit back to the starting point; move in a circle
The scent of her perfume circulated through the small room.
classify
to arrange in classes according to some principle or system
The books in the library are classified by subject.
comprise
to make up, to compose
Her favorite CD comprised musics of different styles.
contestant
a person involved in a competition or game
We need three contestants for the trivia show.
dedicate
to give or devote oneself to some purpose
After being confined to a wheelchair, Stephen Hawking dedicated his life to studying the universe.
defend
to protect against attack
It was the responsibility of the knights to defend the castle.
diagnose
to examine and find a problem
After his annual check-up, Arthur was diagnosed with skin cancer and instructed to seek treatment.
disguise
to hide the true identity of
The robber disguised the stolen safe as a table by throwing a tablecloth on it.
enforcement
officials, such as police, who enforce and uphold laws
Law enforcement is such a dangerous but necessary part of any city or community.
epidemic
extremely prevalent
Playing computer games could also result in an epidemic of short sightedness.
exotic
of foreign origin or character
Hawaii, because of its tropical climate, is considered an exotic location for tourists to visit.
facility
the physical area
The apartment complex had a nice recreational facility including a weight room and indoor swimming pools.
fundamental
primary; important; forming the foundation
You need to learn the fundamental principals of our organization.
implement
put into action
The school implemented a new uniform policy for its students.
inactive
not engaged in action
If you live an inactive lifestyle, you are at risk of gaining a lot of weight.
insurance
coverage by contract in which one party agrees to reimburse another for loss that occurs under the terms of the contract
The cost of health insurance is sky rocketing, making it unaffordable for most people.
interfere
to enter or interrupt a situation or discussion
She had difficulty working from home because her child would constantly interfere.
legion
a large group of soldiers
The Roman legions at times consisted of 3,000 to 6,000.
life-threatening
endangering life
He sustained a life-threatening accident.
lighthearted
cheerful; not serious
The professor's lighthearted attitude helped to put the students at ease.
mediocre
average, not outstanding
Most of his work is mediocre.
mortality
the death rate from a particular disease
The mortality of children from the outbreak of the disease surpassed that of previous years.
murmur
low, continuous sound
When the speaker forgot his lines, there was a quiet murmur that came from the audience.
overhear
to happen to hear something that was not meant for you
I overheard Marcia and Janet talking about Rachel's party that I was not invited to.
perpetrator
a person who commits wrongdoing
The police caught the perpetrator and took him to the police station.
perplexed
confused about something
His hurried message perplexed the manager of the department.
problematic
having the nature of a problem
The test question proved to be very problematic because there were four possible answers.
questionnaire
a list of questions submitted for replies the can be studied for usable information
The students were required to hand out questionnaires to foreigners walking down the street.
realistic
interested in, concerned with, or based on what is real or practical
It isn't realistic to think that you can teach your dog to talk.
remedy
any medicine or treatment that cures
Since conventional remedies were not effective, they decided to try alternative therapies.
snide
hateful or nasty
Saundra made some snide comments about Haley's clothes.
specific
pertaining to a particular category, free of question
The specific complaint of the unhappy customer was not clear.
spectator
a person who watches an event or performance
The spectators stood up throughout the entire soccer match.
state-of-the-art
the highest level of development at the time
The new health club is completely state-of-the-art.
swordsmanship
one's skill with a sword
The knight's swordsmanship impressed the king.
townsfolk
people who live in a certain area
The townsfolk were always suspicious of any newcomers.
tumor
an abnormal growth of cells
Doctors recently discovered a cancerous tumor in the woman's brain.
unbeknownst
unknown to someone
Jack stepped out of the coffee shop, unbeknownst to him that his life was about to be changed forever.
vaccination
treat with a vaccine to produce immunity against a disease
I need to get a vaccination that will prevent me from getting the flu.
venom
the poisonous fluid that some animals secrete into the bodies of their victims
Some snakes release a poisonous venom into your system when they bite.
versatile
capable of or adapted for turning easily from one to another of various tasks, fields of endeavor, etc.
She is a versatile actress who is just as comfortable in horror movies as she is in comedies and musicals.
withdraw
to take away
The president said he would not withdraw the troops from the region.
abandoned
forsaken or deserted
The sick cub was abandoned by its mother.
apparently
clearly, plainly
apparently it is going to rain today.
apricot
a small yellow-orange fruit
The round orangish apricot is similar to a plum.
asphalt
a mixture of substances including crushed rock, gravel, or the like, used for paving
Road crews fill the holes in the road with sticky, black asphalt.
aspiring
someone who is trying to become a successful actor, politician, writer, etc
Some aspiring musicians move from small towns to large cities like Los Angeles for more opportunities.
baggy
hanging loosely
Circus clows typically wear baggy pants.
burglary
the act of breaking into a house or establishment with the intent to steal
There have been several burglaries in the neighborhood.
carbonated
a drink like cola this is fizzy becaue it contains bubbles of carbon dioxide
I prefer juices to carbonated drinks.
commence
to begin
The ceremony will commence after all of the audience members have been seated.
commotion
a large, confusing amount of noise and movement
After the announcement, there was a great deal of commotion as all customers rushed to aisle 7.
contradict
to show or state the opposite
He said he was at home Thursday night, but his wife contradicted his story and said he wasn't there.
criticism
an evaluation, often on the negative side
I thought that Mary's criticism of Tonya's painting was a little rough.
daunting
very challenging; fearsome
Due to the schedule change, she faced the daunting task of studying for five exams in a single night.
dyslexia
a disorder marked by a difficulty recognizing written words
His dyslexia caused him to do poorly in school; he had a difficult time reading.
explosive
eruptive
The terrorists used explosives to destroy the governmental building.
far-fetched
unrealistic
Brandon's idea seemed too far-fetched for everyone to agree on.
fascinating
very interesting, incredible
The story of the beginning of the church is fascinating.
fighting spirit
agressiveness; courage
He overcame the difficulties with a fighting spirit.
flare
to suddenly intensify
My old knee injury flared up while I was playing basketball.
grin
to smile slightly
When I told her the good news, she just grinned without saying anything
harsh
severe
The children grew up in a very harsh environment.
hypnosis
a trance, as if being asleep
The patient tried hypnosis to see if her problems could be revealed.
immense
extremely large or great, especially in scale or degree
Zack has an immense amount of debt to clear up.
immodest
not properly restrained; shamless
The immodest host made many of the guests feel uncomfortable.
initiative
the first step
The student took the initiative to learn Chinese before going on his exchange program to China.
intriguing
causing interest
I found the street performers to be very intriguing.
investigator
one whose job is to perform research to find the cause and or person who committed a crime
The investigator quickly went about collecting clues.
movie-goer
one who goes to see movies
movie-goers were asked to rate the movie
outrageous
highly unusual or unconventional
The judge gave me an outrageous fine even though it was my first offense.
overdue
past due
My library books are overdue.
overwhelming
overpowering in effect or strength
The soldier experienced overwhelming joy at seeing his newborn child for the first time.
perspective
the state of one's ideas, the facts known to one
Her perspective of the situation was very different than mine.
porch
an exterior part of a building, usually a home, that has a cover
During summer evenings, I like to sit out on the porch and relax.
progressive
characterized by change
The fashion designer's style was considered very progressive for his time.
refund
to pay back money received or spent
I got a refund for the items I bought at the store.
rickety
likely to fall or collapse; shaky
I was worried that the rickety chair would not be able to hold me.
senator
title of respect accorded a person who is or has been a member of the Senate
The Texas senator came to our school to discuss politics with us.
simultaneously
occurring or done together or at the same time
The boy was very gifted and was able to learn five languages simultaneously.
sloppy
not clean or orderly
The sloppy room would take all day to clean and rearrange.
sourdough
a mixture of flour and water which is left to ferment and then used to make bread
sourdough bread is tougher to chew than bread prepard the normal way.
sportscaster
a person who gives information about sports on a TV or radio sports program
Many sportsfans would love to have a job as a sportscaster.
subconscious
occurring in the mind just beyond the state of consciousness
Breathing and blinking are subconscious functions that occur naturally without thought.
susceptible
capable of being affected
A city without walls is susceptible for an enemy invasion.
sweltering
extremely hot
August is typically a sweltering month.
torture
punishment involving severe pain in order to force information or a confession
torture is illegal under international law, but prisoners are still physically and mentally abused in many situations.
unanimous
in complete agreement
The jury were unanimous in their opinion that the defendant was guilty of murder.
unconventional
different from what is usual or the way most people do things
Jason uses unconventional methods for teaching.
uptight
nervous, jittery, or annoyed
Don't be so uptight about your grades.
victorious
having achieved a victory
We were victorious on the playing field.
vulnerable
easy to attack
Because the deer was standing in the middle of an open field, he was a vulnerable target.
admittedly
by one's own admission
admittedly, I am not the best driver in the world.
adolescent
a teenager, especially ages 13-17
adolescents are often confused because of their emotions; they do not realize this is normal.
alert
to warn of impending danger
alert the captain of the upcoming storm.
approximately
much or less correct or exact
They determined the age of the fossil to be approximately three million years old.
burglarize
to break into and steal from
Police caught the thieves that burglarized our home.
captivate
to interest someone very much
The audience was captivated by her lovely song.
cheerleading squad
a group of people who lead spectators in traditional and formal cheering
Our high school cheerleading squad fills the fans with confidence when our team is losing.
chronicle
a chronological record of events
His latest book is a chronicle of Napoleon's last days leading up to the battle of Waterloo.
clash
to conflict; disagree
There was a clash of ideas about whether to convert the park into an apartment building.
commitment
an obligation or promise
She made a commitment to meet her trainer at the gym every day.
comparison
analysis of similarities and differences between things, ideas, people
The comparison of the long term costs is what helped them make their decision.
confide
to impart secrets trustfully
I usually confide in my sister whenever I need to talk to someone.
constitute
to make up
Giving advice to young teens constituted most of his time at work.
contradict
to show or state the opposite
He said he was at home Thursday night, but his wife contradicted his story and said he wasn't there.
convey
to express; to communicate
I have to go away on business, but please convey the information to my assistant.
council
a group of people called together for consultation, discussion, advice
After a long deliberation, the council decided to free the hostages.
counselor
a person who supervises young people at a summer camp
Being a counselor at a camp was one of my favorite summer jobs.
deliberately
intentionally
He deliberately misled his parents.
elaborate
to give more detail
The eye witness elaborated on the details of the accident.
enthusiastic
showing great excitement and interest
My professor is enthusiastic about my idea for my dissertation. She wants to meet with me to discuss it.
equate
state the equality of
You can equate five pennies to one nickel.
ethic
moral principals
Her ethics keep her from doing immoral things.
ethical
related to right and wrong
The committee is in place to ensure the ethical treatment of all research animals.
flight attendant
a person who works in an airplane who brings food and drink to passengers
Annie works as a flight attendant for a large airline.
hideous
ugly
The monster's face looked hideous!
ideal
model, perfect
Tony and Sue are the ideal couple.
illegally
against the law
He illegally acquired Joe's bank information.
inconsistence
the quality or condition of being inconsistent
There are too many inconsistencies in his report for it to be useful to us.
integrity
the quality of being honest and fair
Most people wanted him to run for office since he has a lot of integrity.
intellectual
appealing to or engaging the intellect
All this intellectual discussion of philosophy makes me feel curious to learn more.
irresponsible
not thinking about the possible bad results of what you are doing
It was irresponsible of you to take your father's car without asking him.
lame
impaired or physically disabled in the foot or leg
The lame dog had to limp home after he hurt his paw.
mature
to become fully grown
As her skills as a pianist matured, she devloped a good musical reputation.
misbehave
to act badly, be impolite
Children tend to misbehave when there is no strict boundaries.
norm
a standard that is regarded as typical
In the past, only a small percentage of the population used cell phones, but now, having a cell phone is the norm.
possession
something owned
She lost all her possessions during the fire.
potter
a person whose job is making pottery
The potter turned the lump of clay into a lovely vase.
preliminary
a preparation for some event
Before her surgery, the doctors wanted to run some preliminary tests.
receptionist
a person who works in a place such as a hotel, office etc. who welcomes visitors and answers the phone
Harold left a message with the receptionist.
represent
to express, designate, or stand for
Who will represent us at the meeting next week?
rusty
out of practice
Joe hasn't played baseball in over ten years so his skills are rusty.
salvage
to save damaged or discarded material
The navy was able to salvage the plane from the sea.
tendency
an inclination to act in a particular way
He has a tendency to close his eyes when he catches the ball.
testimony
the statement or declaration of a witness under oath
Her testimony seemed to be the most convincing.
tremendously
extraordinarily great in size, amount, or intesity
I wasn't tremendously concerned about the fact that my socks didn't match.
unpatriotic
showing a lack of love for one's country
Some people believe that to burn your nation's flag is an unpatriotic act.
varied
exhibiting a variety
There were varied titles for me to choose from to write my book report.
violate
to break, infringe, or transgress a law, rule, agreement, promise, instruction, etc.
If you violate the rules you will be punished.
volunteer
to offer one's services without expecting pay in return
I volunteered to tutor high school students in math when I was in college.
workforce
the total number of persons employed
The workforce is dwindling as the baby boomers retire and young workers move overseas.
anatomy
the structure of a living thing
In biology class, we have been studying the anatomy of a leaf.
anticipate
to look forward to, especially with pleasure; expect
Her mom didn't anticipate the bad news from her daughter.
anxious
enthusiastic desire or interest
She was anxious to see more places during her trip to Europe
armrest
a padded support for the forearm, as at the side of a chair or sofa
The armrest to the chair was broken in half.
arrogance
an exaggerated self-opinion
His arrogance made it difficult for his co-workers to get along with him.
breakthrough
an innovation; a new and better product or technique
The breakthroughs in computer technology over the past twenty years have helped humankind improve speed in communication
chore
a job or piece of work that needs to be done regularly
My weekly chores are taking out the garbage and mowing the lawn.
complication
something which makes a situation more difficult
There were no complications from the surgery, so he was able to go home in two days.
concession stand
a place where people can buy food or drink at an event like a ballgame or concert
I'm going to the concession stand for a hotdog, do you want anything?
convertible
a car that has a top that can be folded down
On nice days I like to take a drive in my convertible and let the wind blow in my hair.
cosmic dust
fine particles of matter in space
Too much cosmic dust makes it difficult to get detailed photos of outer space.
cramped
not very spacious
Bob's studio apartment was quite cramped.
cultivate
to devleop through training or education
Ben is trying to cultivate a more gentlemanly personality.
demeanor
an outward manner
Her outward demeanor is a bit rough, but she is really sweet.
deny
refuse to admit the truth
The liar denied any claim that was brought upon him and his crime.
destine
to set apart for a particular use or purpose
Barry was destined for greatness.
detect
to find; to discover
I could detect the smell of tobacco on his clothes.
dysfunctional
with abnormal or impaired functioning
Studies have shown that children from dysfunctional families experience more academic difficulties.
emerge
to become evident
The United States emerged from the Cold War as the world's foremost military superpower.
enticing
something that is tempting or beguiling
The thought of a week-long holiday on a Pacific island sounded so enticing.
extroverted
marked by interest in and behavior directed toward others
James is very extroverted; he loves social activities where he can meet new people.
face-to-face
in person; in close proximity
I don't like phone conferencing. I'd rather meet face-to-face to discuss the issue.
genetic
pertaining or according to genetics
Everyone has their own special genetic code that makes them who they are.
gregarious
happy, social
John was one of the more gregarious guests at the party.
humiliation
the state of feeling extreme embarrassment or shame
The humiliation of forgetting the lyrics to the national anthem is almost too much for her to bear.
implicate
to involve as a consequence through inference
A man was implicated in the crime thanks to the neighbor's testimony.
introverted
shy; tending to keep to oneself
The introverted girl kept to herself during lunch.
janitor
a person employed to take care of a large building, such as a school, and who deals with the cleaning repairs, etc.
A janitor has the big responsibility of taking care of some important buildings.
manuscript
written by hand or with a typewriter, not printed
She sent her 600 page manuscript to the publishers in hopes of getting her book published.
medication
a substance used for medical treatment
Jill was under heavy medication.
metabolism
the chemical processes of the body in which food is broken down in order to supply energy to the body
He can eat ice cream and cake and never gain weight since he has a good metabolism.
migration
a large movement of people or animals
When there was no more water in the south of the country, a large-scale migration to the north took place.
orchid
a flower found in temperate and tropical areas possesing showy flowers of light to dark purple
orchids are a very exotic flower that can add color to any room.
parallel
extending in the same direction and never converging or diverging
I live on a quiet street that runs parallel to the main road.
petition
a formal or solemn written request
If you want to change a law, you can start by asking your neighbors to sign a petition.
prank
a trick or joke
Sometimes on April Fools Day, the newspaper will run a fake story as a prank.
probiotic
a food or tablet that contains good bacteria which may keep you healthy
Probiotics are often added to food like yogurt.
reference
a letter of recommendation
I need references for my grad school application. I'm going to ask my thesis adviser and two other professors.
refinish
to give a new surface to wood, furniture, etc.
My dad refinished our old picnic table and now it looks new.
replicate
to make a copy of
This part of the museum attempts to replicate the throne room of a Chinese Emperor.
retain
to continue to have something
She has a very good memory and as a result can retain phone numbers very easily.
ridiculous
causing or worthy of ridicule
They gave a ridiculous excuse about why they were late.
salivate
to produce saliva
When I see someone peeling a lemon, I automatically begin to salivate.
seemingly
apparently; on the face of it
He seemingly has improved his reading skills.
shred
to cut or tear into long strips
For security reasons, the boss instructed the employee to shred the document.
sneak out
to leave a place without being detected
We tried to sneak out of the teacher's lecture but she caught us.
souvenir
something one buys or keeps to help remember a holiday or special event
I brought some souvenirs back from my trip to Japan to show my class.
theatrical
of or pertaining to the theater or dramatic presentations
I'm not surprised Kelly decided to study acting since she's always been a theatrical person.
trigger
to set off
The argument between the two men triggered a physical fight.
unfeasible
unlikely or impossible
The couple decided that the elaborate plans for their wedding ceremony were unfeasible.
absorption
the state or process of being absorbed
absorption is the process in which grains of rice soaks up the water in which it is immersed in.
agenda
a list or program of things to be done or considered
I can't see you today because my agenda is completely full.
agonize
to suffer extreme pain or anguish
Don't agonize over your failure. Just try to do better next time.
aspire
to long, aim, or seek ambitiously
Most college students aspire to become professionals once they graduate.
awe
an overpowering feeling of admiration, fear, reverence, etc., produced by something grand
We stood in awe of the magnificence of the Mexican pyramids.
barrel
a round container made of wood
The barrel was filled with water.
broaden
to make wider
The city decided to broaden the roads so that big trucks could use them.
budget
a plan for spending money
I need to get a budget so I can save more of my money.
burden
an inconvenience; a problem
After her father's stroke, she had the burden of supporting her family.
car dealership
a business that sells automobiles to the public
Mr. Johnson has owned that car dealership for as long as I can remember.
contempt
the feeling or attitude of regarding someone or something as inferior or worthless
A strong feeling of contempt filled him as he saw soldiers attacking their own people.
corresponding
similar in position, purpose, form
I'm trying to find the corresponding answers to these questions.
decade
a period of 10 years
After decades of working on his invention, the scientist was finally rewarded for his hard work.
deficiency
lack of what is needed
Pregnant woman often suffer from iron deficiency.
dodge ball
a game where two teams try to eliminate the other by striking them with balls
Dodge ball is fun but sometimes people throw the ball so hard that it really hurts when you get hit.
dusk
the time before night when it is not yet dark
Just as day turned to dusk, the lights of the buildings came on.
elaborate
containing a lot of careful detail or many detailed parts
The stained glass windows had elaborate designs.
elusive
difficult to describe
The answer to the murder mystery is elusive.
embark
to begin a journey, venture, or new activity
He embarked on a trip around the world in order to learn about and study many different cultures.
enzyme
a substance produced by a living organism that acts as a catalyst to bring about a specific biochemical reaction
Most enzymes are proteins with large complex molecules whose action depends on their particular molecular shape.
fierce
extremely severe or intense
Her opponent was a fierce tennis player.
fundraiser
a social function held to raise money
I attended a fundraiser for the victims of the hurricane.
fuzzy
resembling or covered in a soft fuzz
If you hold a peach in your hands, you can feel the fuzzy layer that covers the fruit.
gaming
the playing of games
gaming today is far more advanced then it was in the early years of 1980.
generate
to produce
We may have to close that branch because it does not generate enough sales.
geranium
any of various plants of the genus Geranium, having divided leaves and pink or purple flowers
I helped my mom plant some geraniums in our backyard.
haggle
to skillfully bargain over the price of something
In some country's it is expected for the customer to haggle with the shop owner over price.
hunger
a need for food
My hunger got so great that I began to feel ill.
influential
causing a great deal of influence in someone or something
Thomas Jefferson was an influential person to many Americans.
instill
give a quality by example or teaching
The family decided to home school their children because they wanted to instill good moral values.
latch onto
to grab hold of something very tightly
The scared child latched onto his mother with both hands.
molecule
the simplest unit of a chemical substance, usually a group of two or more atoms
Two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom make up one water molecule.
numerous
many or abundant
The man had numerous wives in many different countries.
petunia
any garden plant belonging to the genus Petunia that are native to tropial America
petunias have funnel-shaped flowers that come in many colors.
prestigious
having a high reputation; honored; esteemed
Melody won a prestigious award for her expertise as a pianist.
pry
to move, raise, or open by leverage
I used a stick to pry the door open.
python
a non-venomous snake common in Asia, Africa, and Australia, that coils around and suffocates its prey
A python can actually squeeze a person to death.
reign
the period during which a king or ruler has control
The empire flourished during the reign of the fair and just king.
reintroduce
to introduce or present something for a second time
The actress was reintroduced by the announcer after her name was mispronounced.
resilience
the ability to recover quickly from illness, change, or misfortune
In life, you need to have the kind of resilience that can stand up against anything.
run-down
fatigued; weary
After a full day at the office, I really feel run-down.
self-esteem
a person's belief of or value for himself
A low self-esteem will not get you anywhere.
shatter
to break into small pieces
The explosion shattered all the windows in the building.
shriek
a loud, sharp, shrill cry
Monica shrieked when the ferocious dog began to run toward her.
splendid
outstanding, most agreeable
My vacation to Athens was splendid.
stationary bike
an exercise bike that is in a fixed position
I usually ride my stationary bike for 30 minutes every morning.
supernatural
relating to existence outside the natural world
In the film, the man played a comic book character that had supernatural powers.
theorize
to come up with a theory; to guess
He often theorizes about what the world would be like if the Allies had lost World War II.
tug-of-war
a game played by two teams who pull on a rope and try to pull the other across a certain line
Mr. Jones tried to get both sides to an equal weight so no one would have an advantage in the tug-of-war.
vomit
to eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth
When some people are very sick, they vomit.
armful
as much as a person can carry in an arm or both
I grapped an armful of clothes and put them in front of the washing machine.
arrogance
overbearing pride
When he returned from university, he was filled with such arrogance.
banquet
big and formal dinner
There was a grand banquet at the end of the year celebration.
bidder
a person who offers a certain amount of money as the price or fee that one will pay
I will sell my car to the highest bidder.
compensation
payment in money
My compensation for doing this work was only $40.
competence
the condition of being qualified or able
Since you have no experience, we are concerned about your competence for the job.
competent
capable; good enough for a given purpose
Liz's stellar results on her performance review proved she was a competent worker.
cramped
not very spacious
Bob's studio apartment was quite cramped.
dehydrate
to deprive of water
After sweating so much, I felt dehydrated.
demeanor
an outward manner
Her outward demeanor is a bit rough, but she is really sweet.
deprivation
the withholding or absence of something that is needed
The new mother experienced sleep deprivation after the birth of her twins.
detrimental
bad for something
Smoking cigarettes is detrimental to your health.
diaphragm
a muscular membrane that separates the upper and lower organs of the torso, used in breathing
The diaphragm is helpful in respiration.
downpour
an extemely hard falling rain
The sudden downpour flooded the street.
enthusiast
a person who is very interested in and involved with a particular subject or activity
He collected stamps from all over the world. He was a stamp collecting enthusiast.
erupt
to come out violently
The area was evacuated because of the possibility that the volcano would erupt.
extracurricular
outside the regular curriculum or program of courses
Baseball and choir would be considered extracurricular activities.
feathered
having feathers
A turkey is a feathered bird that cannot fly.
floppy
flexible; able to be bent
I like basset hounds because of their big, floppy ears. They're so cute.
full-fledged
fully developed
Monty is a full-fledged member of our club now.
go bankrupt
to not be able to pay one's debts
After making many poor investments, he eventually went bankrupt.
hiccup
a loud noise made in the throat caused by a sudden uncontrollable tightening of muscle just below the chest
Sometimes when I get nervous, I get the hiccups.
hinder
to slow the progress of something
Not having a college degree hindered her from getting a job as a teacher.
in bulk
in large quantities, usually at a reduced price
If you want to save money, you should buy things in bulk.
inspirational
imparting inspiration
Her life was inspirational to many young women.
involuntary
happening without making a conscious decision
The reaction to run away from trouble is involuntary.
legendary
very famous for a long period of time
His mother was a legendary tennis player in the 1930s.
linger
to take a long time doing something
The fans lingered around after the concert to catch another glimpse of the rock star.
long-awaited
something highly anticipated
My favorite group's long-awaited CD has finally come out.
meticulous
extremely careful
The researcher was meticulous in following the research procedure.
multitude
a great number of people or things
There was a multitude of cars at the car show.
overhaul
to examine something thoroughly, in order to evaluate its condition and to repair if necessary
The ship's engine had to be completely overhauled.
parch
to make extremely or completely dry
The ground was parched from the hot August sun.
perceive
become aware of through the senses or the understanding
I could perceive from the conversation that they did not like each other.
quota
the allotment of something for a specific period of time
I have to sell eight boxes of cookies in the next week to make my monthly quota.
raisin
a dried black grape
A little box of raisins is a good snack in the middle of the day.
recede
to slowly diminish
Don't worry, the fever will gradually recede.
reevaluate
to revise or renew one's assessment
We need to reevaluate your resume.
renowned
famous, well-known and liked
San Francisco is renowned for its beauty.
shingle
a thin piece of oblong material like wood, slate, metal, or the like that is laid in overlapping rows to cover the roofs of buildings
I took a stack of shingles onto the roof and began nailing them into place.
simplify
to make less complex or complicated
If you can take good notes, it will help you to simplify a lecture.
sleepwalk
to walk, eat or perform other motor acts while sleeping
Since I sometimes sleepwalk, I have to make sure that I don't don't hurt myself.
slither
to slide down or along a surface, usually from side to side
The snake slithered across the canopy of leaves.
somnambulism
sleepwalking
You would be surprised to know how many people are affected by somnambulism.
spasm
an involuntary muscular contraction
I sometimes get a muscular spasm in my bicep.
stimulus
something that encourages a response
Being bullied at school was the stimulus that prompted me to start self-defense classes.
surname
family name
Her surname is Shin but I did not hear her first name.
symptom
a sign of an illness or problem
He didn't have any of the usual symptoms from the disease.
tally
to count or reckon up
Please tally the amount of questions you got wrong and write that number at the top of your page.
virtually
almost
With his wealth, he could virtually purchase anything he wanted to.
whereas
while on the contrary
Olivia is tall whereas her sister is short.
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