the good feeling of closeness and comfort in being with someone
They have a very strong companionship.
creature
a living thing that is not a plant
The ocean is filled with thousands of living creatures.
decision
a choice made after giving consideration
I hope that she makes the best decision for her family.
expense
the amount of money that you use to buy something
She had enough money to pay tuition, but not enough to cover her living expenses.
expensive
being costly; having a high price or value
I bought an expensive car worth a lot of money.
license
an official certificate which grants a person permission to do or have something
You need to have a license is you want to cut hair for a living.
remind
to cause or help someone to remember something he or she must do
Please remind me to call my daughter this afternoon.
responsibility
something that should be done because it is morally correct or legally required
Taking care of a pet is a big responsibility.
route
a path or way to travel from one place to another
By taking the shortest route, we will get there faster.
vet
a doctor who takes care of animals
Sophia has always loved animals so she decided to become a vet,.
achievement
something good that you have successfully done
Winning a gold medal is my greatest achievement.
brick
a hard, square piece of clay that has been baked and is used to build structures
Is this bridge made of brick or metal?
chemistry
the scientific study of the structure of substances and of the way that they react with other substances
The teacher taught the students how to conduct different kinds of chemistry experiments.
committee
a group of persons gathered for some goal or task
We have formed a committee to raise funds for the homeless shelter.
construction
the act of building something
A new hotel is now under construction.
decide
to make a choice after thinking about something
Sue still hasn't decided what she will eat for dinner.
dynamite
powerful explosive
When mining, miners rely on dynamite to blast large portions of rock from the mine.
increase
to grow in size or amount
The population has increased from 1.2 million to 1.8 million.
invent
to create something through thought and reason
Many people have wanted to invent a flying machine.
literature
pieces of writing, such as novels, stories, poems and plays that are regarded as excellent and important
She is studying literature at university so she has to read the works of famous authors.
agree
to believe the same thing as someone else
I'm sorry, but I don't agree with you.
capture
to take control of a place or object by force
After winning the medal, the ice skater skated around the rink capturing the hearts of the American people.
element
one of the parts of which something is made
One of the basic elements used for baking bread is flour.
emotion
a feeling
Attending to both one's thoughts and emotions is important for a balanced life.
grab
to take and hold something quickly
She grabbed hold of me and wouldn't let go.
memory
the ability to remember things that have happened in the past
He never forgot it because of his excellent memory.
mysterious
concerning something or someone unfamiliar, strange, or not understood
UFOs are mysterious flying objects.
remind
to cause or help someone to remember something he or she must do
Please remind me to call my daughter this afternoon.
suffer
to experience physical or mental pain or illness
This very painful disease causes her to suffer greatly.
victim
a person who has been hurt or killed by another person
Two-year-old Christie was a victim in the car accident.
armpit
hollow under arm
There's a slight pain under my arm between my ribs and my armpit.
arrow
a long thin weapon with a point at one end that is made to be shot from a BOW
The arrows were sharp at one end and decorated with bright colors at the other end.
hollow
having a hole or nothing inside
When the policeman knocked on the wall of the thief's apartment, he was surprised to fins it was hollow.
imitate
to do or make something the same way as someone or something else
The art students will try to imitate the style of the famous painter.
pitch
a measure of high or low a sound is
The pitch of her voice is so low, it is hard to hear her.
pour
to fill a person's glass or cup with a drink
I can pour tea from the pot into a cup by holding the pot at an angle.
skillful
being good at doing something, as a result of training, experience and practice
A cat is a skillful hunter.
squeeze
to remove something from an object by pressing the object firmly
Will you squeeze that tube of paste and see if there is any left?
string
thick thread
The string on my yo-yo broke.
tighten
to turn something, until it is firmly in place
He needed to tighten the lid on the bottle so the water would not come out.
cinematography
the skill of making a movie
She studied cinematography for 4 years.
crowd
a large group of people in the same place
There was a large crowd of people at the game.
distress
a state of great sadness, anxiety or pain
He was in great distress when he found out his wife was not coming back.
promptly
in a quick manner; without delay
She promptly falls in love with Garrison the hero.
relax
to ease something, or release the tightness in something, such as a MUSCLE
She reminded herself to relax her shoulders.
sequel
a literary work, movie, ect. that is complete, but continues the narrative of a preceding work
I didn't care too much for the sequel to his book.
slice
to use a sharp object to cut something into flat pieces
I carefully sliced the cheese and placed it on a platter.
special effect
an unusual and artificial image or sound used in movies and TV shows
That movie uses a lot of special effects.
surround
to be all the way around something
We are going to surround the garden with a stone wall.
technique
a certain way of doing something
There are several techniques for increasing the fuel efficiency of your car.
apologize
to express regret for a fault, mistake or error
You must apologize to people when you hurt them.
cheat
(often with 'out of') to take something away from somebody or prevent them from getting something through methods that are not honest
Parents usually teach their children that it is wrong to cheat.
commit
to do something, usually negative
If you commit a crime, you may go to prison and lose social status.
embarrassing
causing to feel shame
It was embarrassing to fail the exam.
faux pas
social blunder
This is considered to be a somewhat embarrassing faux pas.
misunderstanding
a confusion
We had a slight misunderstanding over the bill.
polite
showing respect and consideration for the needs or feelings of other people
Laughing when someone gets hurt is not polite.
refuse
not to accept, allow, or give something
The company said it would pay her more, but she may refuse the offer.
rude
not polite; showing little regard for other people's feelings
The man who yelled at me was rude.
trip
to stumble
Tom tripped over the rock on the ground.
charcoal
a black substance used for fuel that is made by burning wood without much air
Since we cooked the meat on charcoal, it had a smoky taste that was very delicious.
commonly
in an ordinary manner
In the past, people from Asia were commonly referred to as 'Orientals.'
enormous
very large; unusually large
The enormous machine did not fit through the door.
fountain pen
pen with flowing ink
I need watercolor paint, various brushes, India ink, and a fountain pen.
locate
to find exactly where something is positioned
I had to locate the school on the map before I could drive over there.
notice
to observe; to become aware of something
We noticed there is some strange holes in the ground.
prestigious
respected as being important and having a high status in a society
Steven received prestigious honors for his directing skills.
recognize
to identify or remember someone or something from past knowledge or experience
I didn’t recognize Sue at first, but when she talked, I knew that it was her.
reputation
the general opinion that people have about someone or something
Since he was involved in crime from a very young age, he has developed a bad reputation.
supply
the quantity of something that is available for use
They purchased fresh supplies at very high prices.
cast
to throw something
The man will cast his fishing line into the lake.
chance
an opportunity or time during which something can be done
You will have another chance next time.
compass
a device that shows directions by always indicating which way is north
It is good to have a compass when hiking so you won't get lost.
gather
to bring things together
Sue gathered as much information as she could.
leftover
the remains of a meal from a previous night
We ate most of the food and gave the leftover to the dog.
leisure
things you do for your enjoyment or relaxation
It would be nice to stop working and have a life of leisure.
retire
to stop working at a job, usually due to reaching a certain age
After 40 years, Dad is finally going to retire.
scale
one of many small, thin, hard plates that cover the body of some animals, such as a fish
The fish’s scales were rainbow colored.
troupe
a company, band, or group of singers, actors, or other performers, especially one that travels
She was once in a troupe of actors.
wild
living in a state of nature without human control wild animals usually live in the forest.
ash
the powder that remains after something that has been completely burned
The wood burned quietly all night until nothing was left but ash.
erupt
(for a VOLCANO) to shoot out or spill hot rocks, smoke, and fire
We don’t know when Mount Fuji is going to erupt.
fantastic
excellent; very good
Thank you for that fantastic dinner.
force
to make a person or group do something
The apartment manager will probably force them to move out of their apartment.
lava
very hot rock, in liquid form, that flows from a VOLCANO
Hot lava flowed down the mountain side and destroyed the village.
satisfy
to cause someone to be pleased or happy
His answer did not satisfy my curiosity at all.
shake
to move something sharply up and down or from side to side
Please shake the juice before you pour it.
starve
to suffer or die from not having enough food to eat
Wild animals are starving in the drought.
suggest
to state a particular idea or plan to be considered by other people
He suggested a hike, and we agreed that.
supposed to
intended to; meant to; expected to
You were supposed to meet me in two hours but you are late.
advertise
to let the public know about a product or service in order to convince them to buy it
Successful businesses always advertise themselves in the newspaper.
attract
to bring together
Our teacher showed us how to place two objects near each other and make them attract.
cardboard
lightweight paper board:
I packed my things in cardboard boxes and put them into the moving truck.
complicated
difficult, not easy
The test was very complicated, and I don't think I did very well.
cover
to have sufficient funds to pay for something
We need to charge that much to cover our expenses.
customer
a person who purchases goods or a service from a store
Only a few customers came to my store today.
earn
to receive an income for work that you do
I want a job that will allow me to earn a lot of money.
ingredient
one of the food items used when making a meal or drink
I cannot make this cake because I am missing the main ingredient.
serve
to provide food or drinks for someone or for a group
You must serve the soup while it's still hot.
traffic
the vehicles or number of vehicles in a particular area or on a particular road traffic in the city is very bad at 5 o'clock.
afraid
feeling fear, frightened
She is afraid of snakes all of animals.
aisle
a long narrow space between rows of seats in an aircraft, cinema or church
The aisles in an airplane are very tight.
attempt
to try to do something, usually something that is challenging or difficult
I will attempt to swim across the English Channel.
avoid
to stay away from something
The children tried to avoid the dangerous dog on their way to school.
budget
a certain amount of money that can be used for something, or a plan for how to use this money
According to my budget I can spend a hundred dollars on clothes this month.
craving
strong desire
I have a craving for chocolate, but I should attempt to eat something healthy.
extremely
in a way that is much more than usual or expected
I was extremely tired because I worked until three o'clock in the morning.
insist
to demand that something happen or be done by someone
I will come to your house for dinner if you insist.
restricted
limited
Only certain people can enter this restricted area.
standard
a level of quality used to judge something
The book does meet the standards of good literature.
apart
separated by space
You must keep the dogs apart so that they don't fight one another.
beat
to strike something repeatedly, violently, and forcefully
He beat the child with a cane.
communicate
to express information by writing, speaking or making gestures
Helen Keller could not speak but she learned to communicate.
cooperate
to work with at least one other person to get something done
If we all cooperate, we can get the work finished much faster than if we work alone.
evil
being morally bad or wrong
Because he tries only to make other people suffer, he is an evil man.
frequency
(technical) the number of repetitions of a wave, such as radio or sound, in a unit of time
Change frequency on the radio.
keeper
someone who guards or watches a certain area or thing
The new keeper was a very kind man.
remember
to hold a thought or image from the past in one's mind; to recall something from the past
Please remember to pick me up after school.
travel
to go from one place to another place
I want to travel but I don't have enough money.
widow
woman whose husband has died
The woman's husband passed away last year leaving her a widow.
blanket
a cover made of some kind of cloth that is used to keep warm, usually on a bed
I like to use soft, thick blankets on my bed in the winter.
collector
a person who collects things of a particular type as a hobby
He is a stamp collector.
creative
capable of making something new
We need more creative thinking.
elderly
being very old
The elderly have priority seating on the subway.
hobby
an activity a person does for pleasure or relaxation when not at work
My daughter collects dolls for a hobby.
homeless
(plural; with "the") people with no homes
There are many homeless people in this city.
pottery
pots, bowls, and other objects made from clay and hardened after being baked at high temperatures
Some creative hobbies are writing, drawing, and making pottery.
retire
to stop working at a job, usually due to reaching a certain age
My grandfather retired when he was 65.
serious
being dangerous or having a potentially negative effect
The doctor is worried I might have a serious disease.
tutor
a person gives private instruction to a student
Her parents decided to hire a tutor to help her with her English.
archer
a person who shoots arrows
In the middle ages, warfare was commonly carried out by archers.
athlete
a person who is trained in or good at sports
My brother was a great athlete when he was younger and played many different sports.
attack
to act violently
A wild animal will attack you if it's frightened.
attempt
to try to do something, usually something that is challenging or difficult
I will attempt to swim across the English Channel.
balance
a state in which weight is spread equally to prevent falling
I lost my balance and fell down the hill.
defense
the act or means of keeping something safe
Offense is the best defense.
offense
the breaking of a rule or law
I'm sorry but speeding is a serious offense.
pretend
to behave in a way that makes others believe something that is untrue
He may pretend to be polite in public, but in reality he is quite rude.
stage
a flat raised area in a theatre where people speak or perform for an audience
When I got on stage to do my part, I could see that everyone was looking at me.
stance
a position or way of standing
Your stance looks much better than before.
assignment
a task or job that is given to someone to do
The assignment is due by tomorrow.
attitude
one's feelings about something or someone; one's state of mind
The boy has good attitudes.
communication
the act or process of exchanging information
The cell phone is a very convenient form of communication.
frustrated
disappointed or annoyed because something cannot be done
When things don't work properly, people can become frustrated quickly.
necessary
being needed or required
It is not necessary to go to school on Sunday.
passport
an official small booklet with your photograph and personal information which you need to enter or leave a country
I have to get my passport renewed so I can travel to Europe this summer.
persuasive
able to convince others to do or believe something
She gave a persuasive argument about why we should not sell the company.
positive
believing that good things will happen or focusing on the good qualities of someone or something
The doctor suggested some positive changes to my diet.
presentation
a formal talk in which someone shows something or describes an idea to a group of people
Teachers often use presentations to evaluate a student's oral speaking skills.
terrible
causing discomfort or stress
The winter was terrible because it was so cold.
attend
to be present
Amy is planning a big party, and she hopes all her friends can attend.
borrow
to take or receive something, belonging to another, with the promise of returning it
My sister wanted to borrow my best dress.
complain
to express negative thoughts or emotions
Tom complained when David received more food than him.
course
a program of classes that teach students about a specific subject
There is a vast variety of courses that you can choose from at a university.
examine
to look at or check something carefully
Please examine your shoes for any mud before entering the building.
psychology
the study and science of the mind and behavior
I have a friend who is going to college to study psychology.
strict
expecting rules to be followed
The mother gave her son strict orders to be home by midnight.
tempting
enticing
The display of fresh fruit looked tempting.
tough
being difficult to complete or work with
Last night's homework assignment was very tough.
useful
being needed; having a purpose
A spoon is useful when I eat soup.
blessing
God's help
We need to pray and get the pastor's blessing before we can leave church.
celebrate
to do something special for a holiday or other event
We are having a party to celebrate Bob's birthday.
health
the overall physical condition of the body
Drinking a glass of wine a day could be good for your health.
ingredient
one of the food items used when making a meal or drink
I cannot make this cake because I am missing the main ingredient.
oyster
any of several edible, marine, bivalve mollusks of the family Ostreidae which have an irregularly shaped shell and are found attached to objects in shallow water
It was assumed that she would not like oysters, but she found them to be quite tasty.
silverware
metal tableware, silver items
The teenagers wash and put away the silverware.
slightly
of a small quantity or degree
I am slightly taller than my twin sister.
thankful
pleased about sth good that has happened
My family and I are very thankful for all the help you've given us.
Thanksgiving Day
spouse's sister, brother's wife
Thanksgiving is a special family holiday in America. Families
tidy
in good order
Paul's tidy house was always a point of pride for him.
accounting
the process or work of keeping financial accounts
He majored in accounting at university.
admire
to regard something with wonder and appreciation
I admire the later paintings of Picasso more than his earlier works.
assign
to give something to a particular person or thing
The teacher will assign each student a different book to read and report on to the class.
awesome
being so incredible as to make someone feel AWE
To build such a large church with no modern machinery was an awesome achievement.
enormous
very large; unusually large
The enormous machine did not fit through the door.
expert
someone with special skill in a certain area and knows a lot about that area
The plant expert answered all our questions about growing plants.
flattery
paying of compliments to win favor
He told her she was beautiful, but it was just flattery.
inspiration
something or someone that gives you an idea or gives you the desire to do something
His inspiration for his book came from his long walks along the beach.
noble
being honest or brave, or having other qualities that people admire
Their love was very noble and pure.
profession
a job that requires special skill or education to perform
Her parents were very happy that she decided to enter into the medical profession.
brave
being unafraid or courageous
Rob was brave enough to climb the mountain alone.
bully
a person who uses strength or power to harm or intimidate those who are weaker.
That guy is such a bully.
firefighter
a person whose job is stopping and putting out fires
Firefighters are people whose job is to put out fires.
gear
the supplies necessary for a special purpose
There are tiny gears in my watch.
ignite
to begin burning
You must ignite the small pieces of wood in order to provide a fire for the stove.
incredibly
in an unbelievable manner
We were incredibly proud of his improvement in the classroom.
match
a small wood stick with a special substance on one end that makes a fire when struck against something rough
A match is a small wooden stick with a substance on one end that produces a flame.
rescue
to save someone who is in danger or in trouble
The firefighter rescued the family from the burning house.
reside
to live in a particular place
The young couple will reside in a house in London.
trap
to catch a particular animal in a TRAP
After several days he was able to trap the mice running around his kitchen.
competition
the act or process of trying to win or be better than others at something
Joanne played sports because she enjoys competition so much.
contract
an official legal agreement between different people, groups, companies, or organizations
The electrical company has signed a contract agreeing to sell us electricity for the next six months.
cure
to make someone healthy or make a disease go away
This medicine should cure you of your fever.
enter
to go in
Guests are invited to enter the building by the front door.
intelligent
having advanced degree of intelligence
Diana is a good scientist because she is an extremely intelligent person.
introduce
to begin the use of a new thing or practice
Our country has recently introduced high-speed trains that will connect many cities.
legal
allowed by law
It is no longer legal to talk on your cell phone while driving.
outwit
outsmart somebody
The robber outwitted the police and escaped.
spare
being extra, held in case of need; available to be used or borrowed
Do you have a spare pen or pencil that I could use?
stunning
outstandingly good
She looks absolutely stunning!
afterwards
after then; later
Let's eat first. We can go to the park afterwards.
appalling
dreadful and shocking
It was an appalling performance, I agree. I was miserable and unhappy.
charming
delightful or fascinating
She has a charming personality, and she also plays the oboe.
concert
an event at which a band, musician or singer performs for an audience
I have bought a ticket to the concert so that I can hear my favorite singer perform.
conductor
the director of a group of musicians
The conductor was not pleased with my last performance.
depressed
very sad and without hope
She's been depressed since the break with her boyfriend.
fabulous
almost impossible to believe, incredible
Her new movie is absolutely fabulous!
fiancee
engaged woman
I just got engaged last week and my fiancee is already planning the wedding.
miserable
extremely unhappy
After her dog died, she felt miserable.
performance
something that is done for the purpose of entertaining an audience
The man’s piano performance was great.
arrest
to legally take and hold a person believed to have committed a crime
Two teenagers were arrested for the crime.
commit
to do something, usually negative
If you commit a crime, you may go to prison and lose social status.
criminal
a person who commits a crime
If you break the law, you are a criminal.
crook
dishonest person: a thief, cheat, or criminal
The one-time crook had turned his life around and now works for the police to help them find criminals.
effort
work of mind or body required to do something
She put a lot of effort into planning the party.
fail
not to be successful
Though I fail, I will try again.
gourmet
of special food
The restaurant specialized in gourmet breads.
guilty
responsible for committing a crime or for having done something bad or wrong
I saw him steal the car, so I know that he is guilty.
luxury
something pleasant but not necessary, and often rare and expensive
Having a personal cook or servant is a luxury most people will not be able to afford.
regret
to feel sad or sorry about something that happened or was not done
He regretted his mistake.
chemical
a substance created through a chemical process
This chemical is dangerous and can cause serious harm to a person.
cinnamon
a sweet SPICE
I enjoy tea with a small amount of cinnamon.
deck
a level on a bus, plane, or large ship
We sat on the top deck of the bus.
garden
an area of land next to a house where plants are grown
Mother loves planting flowers in her garden.
hazardous
involving danger, risk, and potential damages
Drinking too much alcohol can be hazardous to your health.
nuclear
relating to or involving the energy that is produced when the structure of an ATOM's center is changed
Much of our electricity today is produced using nuclear energy.
patio
a flat hard area outside, and usually behind, a house where people can sit
My family and I like to sit outside on the patio on warm summer nights.
seep
to flow slowly through small openings or PORES
Milk was seeping from the bottom of the carton onto the table.
spill
to cause a liquid to fall out of its container
My glass of milk was full so I tried not to spill it.
toxic
having poisonous qualities
Do not eat that food; it can be toxic if not made carefully.
deadline
a date or time before which something must be done
The deadline for handing in my research paper is tomorrow morning.
deal with
to handle or manage difficult situation
He said he was going to deal with the problem.
graduate
to receive a degree from a school, college or university
After I graduate I hope to find a job as a university professor.
interview
to present oneself to be questioned for the purpose of obtaining a job or position
Mark went to interview at a company he hoped to work for.
maintenance
the process of keeping something working well by checking it regularly and fixing any problems
Regular maintenance of your car is extremely important.
position
a person's level of authority in an organization or social setting
I am really enjoying my new position at the shop.
qualification
the skills, knowledge and experience needed in order to do a specific job or activity
She has many excellent qualifications for this firm, such as a Harvard law degree and ample experience.
respect
to show regard or admiration or feel for someone or something
I respect her for her brave ideas.
resume
to begin again
The resume should include information regarding age, education, experience and references.
urgent
expressing a need for action
When Kate's bag was taken, three people responded to her urgent cry for help.
blood pressure
pressure exerted by blood
The nurse took my blood pressure and wrote it down on the chart.
diet
a plan of eating and drinking less than usual to reduce one's weight or improve one's health
You can only eat vegetables on this diet.
disease
a sickness in a person, animal or plant
You can only get this disease from contact with blood.
hygienic
of cleanliness
My mom prepared food in hygienic conditions.
intake
the amount of something that a person's body consumes
The doctor told me to reduce my intake of sugary foods.
physical
relating to someone's body and not his or her mind or feelings
Frequent exercise will lead to good physical fitness.
prevention
the act of keeping something bad or dangerous from occurring
Taking aspirin is a prevention for heart attacks.
routine
happening or done regularly or frequently
I had a routine check-up last month, and the doctor discovered that my blood pressure is a little high.
shortage
a condition in which there is a lack of something necessary
There's a shortage of food in Africa.
terrific
excellent, wonderful
I feel absolutely terrific today!
breath
the air taken in and out of one's lungs
I can hold my breath only for 40 seconds in the water.
dose
the measured amount of medicine or drug that is taken at a time
Given this man's large size, such a small dose of this medicine will hardly have any effect.
gentle
displaying a kind, careful, and peaceful nature
This animal looks dangerous but is actually quite gentle.
ginger
a thick plant with roots that can be ground up into powder to produce a hot, strong taste for cooking
If you want to eat something mild, you should not add too much ginger to your meal.
harmful
causing or being likely to create damage, injury, or harm
Drinking poison is definitely harmful to your body.
heal
to become healthy and well again after being damaged or hurt
You can help heal your wound by getting lots of rest and taking all medicine regularly.
herb
a small leafy plant used in medicines or to improve the taste of food
Adding herbs to a simple soup can make the eating experience more enjoyable.
medicine
a substance that is given to a person to relieve pain or cure sickness
Take the medicine if you want to feel better.
nevertheless
despite something that has already been mentioned or established
The pianist is ill, but nevertheless she plans to perform with the band tonight.
pill
a small, round piece of medicine that is swallowed
She was starting to feel sick because she forgot to take her pill that day.
cold
being at a very low temperature or having cool air
It's winter. The weather is cold.
crush
to press something very hard and damage it
Please crush the peppers before putting them in the soup.
cure
to make someone healthy or make a disease go away
This medicine should cure you of your fever.
ginger
a thick plant with roots that can be ground up into powder to produce a hot, strong taste for cooking
If you want to eat something mild, you should not add too much ginger to your meal.
peel
to remove the outside layer or skin from fruit or vegetables
Would you like me to peel this orange for you?
popular
being liked or supported by a large number of people
The actor in that movie is really popular.
remedy
a medicine used to treat a minor pain or illness
Her mother told her that eating an apple a day was the best remedy for any illness.
root
the part of a plant or tree that grows under the ground, obtains water from the soil, and holds the plant or tree in place
A plant's roots are important because they help obtain water from the soil nearby.
soak
to place something in liquid for a period of time soak the wood in water for several days to make it easier to bend.
soapy
비누를 함유한, 비누투성이의, 비누의, 비누 같은, 미끈미끈한
Wash your hands in hot soapy water.
addictive
being so strongly desired that one becomes almost powerless to stop doing or using it
Coffee has a lot of caffeine, which is addictive.
affect
to do something that causes a change in someone's situation
As a teacher, George affected the lives of many children.
appreciate
to be thankful or grateful for something or someone
The famous singer appreciates all her adoring fans.
beneficial
giving an advantage, having a helpful effect
The new park in the city was beneficial to the community by providing a safe place for children to play.
caffeine
a chemical substance found in coffee and tea that can make a person feel more awake
Almost everyone I know drinks something with caffeine in the morning to get the day started.
calcium
a substance important for development and maintenance of human and animal health, particularly for the formation of bones and teeth
The calcium in milk is good for helping to strengthen your bones and teeth.
circulation
the movement of blood through the body
You need to eat healthy foods and exercise to have good circulation in your body.
concern
a mental state of worry about something important, often widely shared
Two companies combined, the employees expressed concern about their future.
misconception
a wrong or misunderstood idea
It is a common misconception that the earth is closer to the sun during summer.
study
devote time and attention to acquiring knowledge on (an academic subject)
Fred needs to study harder if wants to get an A in the class.
blocking
obstruction of play
Heavy snow is blocking all roads into Scotland.
eclipse
an occasion when the moon is directly in between the Earth and the sun, or when the Earth is directly in between the moon and the sun, causing one of them to appear blocked or shadowed
During the eclipse, the earth passed in between the moon and the sun.
eject
to make someone leave especially by physical force or using authority
If we see you doing anything illegal, we will eject you from the building and will not allow you to come back.
impede
to slow the progress of someone or something
A negative thought may impede the flow of your work.
indirect
spoken in a way that is not direct or clear
We took an indirect route to the party that made us late.
occur
to happen
Typhoons occur mainly in the western Pacific.
opponent
a person that you are competing against in a game or contest
His opponent in the tennis game was strong and fast.
opposite
being across from or on a different side or area from something
My sister is just the opposite. She thinks differently.
penalty
punishment for committing a crime or offense
The penalty for speeding through town is a $500 fine.
warning
a caution against eg danger
A player gets a yellow card for not following the rules. A yellow card is a warning.
alley
narrow passage
Never walk alone in a dark alley, it could be dangerous.
attraction
a fun or interesting place to visit
The walled city is an important tourist attraction.
casual
not being formal
I attended a casual dinner at his house on Sunday.
guide
to lead someone, or lead a group, especially in new or unknown place
She was able to guide her friends on a tour of her home city.
palm tree
tropical tree with fronds
There are a lot of palm trees throughout Hawaii.
roller coaster
a track at a fairground that goes up and down very steep slopes
Roller coasters are one of the main attractions at most amusement parks.
sidewalk
a paved path for walking next to the street
The man is walking on the sidewalk.
unique
being very special or rare
My fashion style is very unique.
upscale
same as up market: expensive
You will see many unique shops, casual cafes, and upscale restaurants.
advise
to give a suggestion or an opinion regarding what someone should or should not do
We advise you to make a note of this and keep it in a safe place.
arrange
to organize or plan the details of an activity or event before it happens
We must arrange a convenient time and place for the meeting.
countdown
backward count
Ignition of the rocket's engine took place after a countdown from ten.
demand
to ask for something firmly or with authority
I rushed to him and demanded to know what happened.
direction
the course on which someone or something is traveling
Which direction should I go when I get to the street?
flashing
(of light) shining on and off repeatedly
A lighthouse was flashing in the distance.
indicate
to make somebody notice something, often by pointing to it
This topographical map of Switzerland indicates the highest mountain peaks in dark red.
necessary
being needed or required
It is not necessary to go to school on Sunday.
risky
having or involving a significant possibility of something bad or undesirable happening
Skydiving can be exciting but it is also risky.
worry
to feel concerned or troubled about something
Think about your successes and don't worry about your failures.
apply
to use an object or idea for a particular task or activity
This explanation will not apply to all cases.
beneath
in a lower position, place, or level
The fish jumped out for a second but stayed beneath the surface of the water after.
clockwise
in direction of clock's hands
Make sure you spin the dial clockwise, towards the right.
hubcap
cover for center of wheel
The hubcaps and tires are damaged from crummy drivers ramming curbs.
insert
to put something into a certain place or spot
They had to insert an advertisement into every newspaper by hand.
loosen
to make less tight
He ate so much that he had to loosen his belt.
panic
involving or resulting from panic
When your car gets a flat tire, do not panic.
pry
to move, raise, or open by leverage
I’m sick of you prying into my personal life!
spare
being extra, held in case of need; available to be used or borrowed
Do you have a spare pen or pencil that I could use?
vehicle
an object that is used to move people or things from one place to another
After we get ready, we will ride in my vehicle to the theatre.
cash
money in its physical form, such as metal coins or paper bills
Did you bring enough cash to pay for parking?
clerk
a person who is responsible for assisting customers at a store or guests at a hotel
A clerk works at a store.
currency
the type of money that is used in a particular country
I couldn't buy anything on my trip because I didn't have any of that country's currency.
exchange rate
price of currency if exchanged
Can you tell me what the exchange rate is for the dollar?
local
relating to a particular place one is living in, referring to or something is happening in
Tom walked to the local shops and bought some food.
official
allowed or accepted by someone with authority
Spanish is the official language of Venezuela.
per
for each or every
The exchange rate is 200 bolivars per dollar.
pleasure
a feeling of happiness or enjoyment
I get a lot of pleasure from watching my children grow.
rather
somewhat; fairly
The instructions were rather complicated.
receipt
a statement listing what you have purchased or paid for and the amount you paid
Keep the receipt for the television you bought in case you need to return it.
destroy
to damage something so that it cannot be repaired
King Kong destroyed everything in his path.
pile
a group of similar things placed on top of each other
On the floor lay a pile of dirty clothes that needed to be washed.
refresh
to make a person feel more energetic, strong, and less tired
The water is clean and refreshing.
remove
to take something from its current place
Please remove everything from your desk when you are ready to begin the test.
rescue
to save someone who is in danger or in trouble
The firefighter rescued the family from the burning house.
restore
to return a thing to it's original condition by fixing, painting, repairing, or cleaning it
We decided to buy an old house and restore it.
rubbish
trash
Make sure you separate your rubbish and your recyclables.
spill
a quantity of liquid that has come out of its container; the act of letting a liquid out of its container
Due to the oil spill, the river had turned very murky.
tractor
a powerful vehicle that has large back wheels that is mostly used for pulling farm machinery
I grew up on a farm so I learned how to drive a tractor when I was 11.
volunteer
to offer to do something that is not required without being paid
I'd like to volunteer to work at the shelter on weekends. Helping others is its own reward.
ancient
belonging to the distant past
An ancient city was discovered under the sand.
archeology
study of ancient cultures through remains
Through archeology we can know the life of ancestors.
culture
the beliefs, attitudes, and ways of life of a particular group of people or society
It is important to learn about a country’s culture.
display
an attractive presentation of objects
The book store had a display of all the Edgar Allen Poe books.
experience
the knowledge that you gain by living life and meeting new people
Serving in the military was a very important experience for me.
firecracker
a small tube-shaped thing that makes a loud noise when set on fire
The firecrackers popping in the street kept us awake.
jewelry
small, attractive objects that people wear to improve their appearance
My favorite piece of jewelry is my ring.
migrate
(of animals) to move from one area to another in search of food, BREEDING grounds, or a better climate
When the temperature drops, birds will often migrate to places with warmer climates.
traditional
involved in a tradition
Hanbok is a traditional clothes in Korea.
trail
a series of marks or signs left by something moving
We hiked the trail to the top of the mountain.
collect
to take things from several different areas or places and bring them together
The teacher asked me to collect the students' tests.
efficient
capable of producing the wanted result without wasting resources such as time, money or energy
The cook's work in the restaurant kitchen was very efficient.
flood
a flowing of water that covers an area that normally remains dry
The heavy rains caused a flood that destroyed many houses in our town.
harvest
to gather crops from the fields after they are fully grown to be used, eaten, or sold
In the late summer we harvest the rice.
overflow
to flow over a brim or an edge
Tom left the tap on, now the bath is overflowing.
rainforest
a tropical forest with evergreen trees
One of the largest rainforests in the world is in Brazil.
reptile
a class of animal that has a body temperature to match the outside temperature, skin covered with scales, and lays eggs
A snake is kind of reptile that has no arms or legs and moves by sliding along the ground.
supply
to make something that is necessary or wanted available for use
The company supplied uniforms to the workers.
terrifying
extremely scary
The movie was so terrifying I couldn’t go to sleep at night.
tropical
of or from the TROPICS
Fiji has a tropical climate, so it is quite humid.
according
according to:on somebody's or something's authority according to the alibi, the man was at his home between 9 p.m. and 6 a.m.
count on
to reply on; to depend on
You can always count on me when in trouble.
develop
to grow or progress with time
A child's reading skills develop with time.
flour
a powder that is produced from grain and is used for making food
I need more flour to finish making the bread.
inaccurate
not correct, accurate, or true
The information provided to the candidate was inaccurate.
lie
to state or write something which is not true on purpose
It is very bad of you to tell a lie.
old-fashioned
out-of-date
His style and beliefs are very old-fashioned.
recipe
a list of items needed and a procedure to follow in order to cook a particular dish
This is such a good meal that I would love to have the recipe.
relative
a member of one's family
Most of my relatives will be at my grandparent's wedding anniversary.
reliable
being likely to be true; believable
She may be slow but at least she's reliable.
basic
forming the most significant, essential elements of something
Please explain only the story's basic ideas in the summary.
customer
a person who purchases goods or a service from a store
Only a few customers came to my store today.
digit
a written symbol that represents any of the numbers from 0 to 9
The amount of money the man agreed to pay for the house is a ten digit number.
fancy
expensive and popular
Sue is going to a fancy dress party tonight.
kit
a set or collection of tools, supplies, instructional matter, etc., for a specific purpose
We bought a first-aid kit to take with us for a camping trip.
personal
of, belonging, or related to a certain person
It was a personal decision for him to leave the company.
replace
to get something new to put in the place of something that is old, broken or missing
It’s time to replace the filter with a new one.
solar
relating to or using the sun or its heat
A solar powered calculator turns on when it is exposed to light.
specific
well defined and clearly stated
The specific type of chocolate he likes is only found in Europe.
warranty
a written statement that promises to repair or replace a product that was purchased if it breaks or stops working under certain circumstances
This calculator is only five dollars one-year warranty.
annual
happening once every year
For our annual family vacation, we went to the coast.
competition
the act or process of trying to win or be better than others at something
Joanne played sports because she enjoys competition so much.
create
to make something happen or exist
Will you create new characters for your next story?
design
a plan for a project, often drawn
We are keeping the design of our robot secret.
fine
a form of punishing someone by making them pay with money
Jane was given a fine for speeding.
highlight
the best part of an event or vacation
The highlight of the trip was when we saw an extremely rare bird.
maze
a complex system of passages that is made to trick or confuse people or animals that are trying to pass through it
It only took the mouse one minute to find its way through the maze to the piece of cheese.
nowadays
in the current time, in comparison to the past
Before nobody was concerned with the effects of pollution, but nowadays everyone wants to protect the environment.
robot
a machine controlled by a computer that is able to move and perform many of the same tasks as people can
The robot may look human but is controlled by computers.
secret
something kept hidden
Too many secrets in a marriage can potentially harm the relationship.
accessible
able to be entered or reached
Our hotel was easily accessible by car.
addicted
compulsively or physiologically dependent on something habit-forming
It's easy to become addicted to cigarette smoking.
article
a piece of writing that is printed in a newspaper or magazine
He interviewed the mayor for an article about local issues.
disabled
(a part of a person's body)not be able to do the right function
The disease had left my sister disabled, and she was no longer able to use her legs.
educational
intended to teach or inform
The purpose of the program is primarily educational.
fault
a mistake
He was in an accident, but it wasn’t his fault.
lag
(usually with ＂behind＂) to move at a slow pace in relation to others
As the race went on, the slow runners began to lag behind the leaders.
mention
to refer to something briefly; to write or speak about something briefly
I heard him mention the fact that he is leaving school.
share
to use or have something that is used by others
My sister and I always share the household chores.
socialize
to be friendly and talk with other people in public or at a social event
Marcia is very outgoing and likes to socialize.
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