Reading The World Now-Book 2 Unit 17 (E)

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advance

an improvement or development
We have made tremendous advances in information technology over the past fifty years.

affinity

attraction to
He had an affinity for cats and dogs.

assertion

a statement made as if it were fact
He made the assertion that it would not rain tomorrow.

commission

to pay someone to build or create something
The government has set up a commission of inquiry into the disturbances at the prison.

elegant

having or showing grace, style or beauty
Mary had exquisite tastes and had her house decorated with elegant furniture.

essence

the most basic part
Before we start discussing more advanced ideas, we should review the essence of the subject.

feature

an important part of something
You must feature the lead singer with the spotlight.

immortal

living forever
He was deceived by the witch's promise that he would be immortal.

revitalize

to provide something with new energy, life, or power
When they built that new mall, it really revitalized the city.

strategy

a careful plan or method
His strategy was to start studying for the test several days early.