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TOEFL iBT Culture and communication

Integrated Reading: Culture & media

Words for comparing sources, following explanations, and tracking evidence. Focus: culture & media.

Independent TOEFL iBT study resource — not official exam material.

  • Teens and up
  • Culture & hobbies
  • Confident · B2
  • 250 words
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The words

Every word in this set, with what it means. Tap a word to hear it.

partial
not complete
“The speaker uses “partial” to characterize the culture and media discussion situation.”
convenience
the quality of being suitable or useful for a particular purpose, especially by making something easier or saving you time
“The speaker used the word “convenience” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
counterpart
Someone's or something's counterpart is another person or thing that has a similar function or position in a different place
“A clear definition of the word “counterpart” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
entrepreneur
someone who starts a new business or arranges business deals in order to make money, often in a way that involves financial risks
“A clear definition of the word “entrepreneur” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
reception
a particular type of welcome for someone, or a particular type of reaction to their ideas, work etc
“The speaker used the word “reception” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
subject
the thing you are talking about or considering in a conversation, discussion, book, film etc
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “subject.””
underneath
the bottom surface of something, or the part of something that is below or under something else
“Learners saw the word “underneath” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
confine
to keep someone or something within the limits of a particular activity or subject
“Learners hear “confine” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”
format
the size, shape, design etc, in which something such as a book or magazine is produced
“The speaker used the word “format” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
integral
Something that is an integral part of something is an essential part of that thing
“Researchers describe the culture and media discussion evidence as integral.”
strain
to injure a muscle or part of your body by using it too much or making it work too hard
“The speaker explains how “strain” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
swell
to become larger and rounder than normal – used especially about parts of the body
“A clear example helps learners use “swell” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
compose
The things that something is composed of are its parts or members. The separate things that compose something are the parts or members that form it.
“Learners hear “compose” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”
stem
the long thin part of a plant, from which leaves, flowers, or fruit grow
“The speaker used the word “stem” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
swing
to make regular movements forwards and backwards or from one side to another while hanging from a particular point, or to make something do this
“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “swing” describes an action or change.”
twist
to bend or turn something, such as wire, hair, or cloth, into a particular shape
“A clear example helps learners use “twist” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
crack
a very narrow space between two things or two parts of something
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “crack.””
dedicate
to give all your attention and effort to one particular thing
“A clear example helps learners use “dedicate” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
delicate
a part of the body that is delicate is attractive and graceful
“During the culture and media discussion discussion, “delicate” signals a particular quality.”
resume
to start doing something again after stopping or being interrupted
“The speaker explains how “resume” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
limb
an arm or a leg; a similar part of an animal, such as a wing
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “limb.””
recipe
a set of instructions for cooking a particular type of food
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “recipe.””
amplify
to make sound louder, especially musical sound
“Learners hear “amplify” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”
harmony
notes of music combined together in a pleasant way
“Learners saw the word “harmony” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
sufficient
as much as is needed for a particular purpose
“The report describes the culture and media discussion issue as sufficient.”
crown
the top part of a hat or someone’s head
“The speaker used the word “crown” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
interior
the inner part or inside of something
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “interior.””
substantiated
To substantiate a statement or a story means to supply evidence which proves that it is true
“A clear example helps learners use “substantiated” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
bellicose
behaving in a way that is likely to start an argument or fight
“Researchers describe the culture and media discussion evidence as bellicose.”
constrain
To constrain someone or something means to limit their development or force them to behave in a particular way
“The speaker explains how “constrain” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
electronic
having or using many small parts, such as microchips , that control and direct a small electric current
“The report describes the culture and media discussion issue as electronic.”
recommendation
a suggestion to someone that they should choose a particular thing or person that you think is very good
“The speaker used the word “recommendation” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
finale
the last part of a piece of music or of a show, event etc
“A clear definition of the word “finale” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
negative
an image on a photographic film that shows dark areas as light and light areas as dark, from which the final picture is printed
“A clear definition of the word “negative” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
studio
a room where television and radio programmes are made and broadcast or where music is recorded
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “studio.””
clutch
the pedal that you press with your foot when driving a vehicle in order to change gear , or the part of the vehicle that this controls
“A clear definition of the word “clutch” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
float
a large vehicle that is decorated to drive through the streets as part of a special event
“Learners saw the word “float” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
nucleus
the central part of an atom, made up of neutrons, protons, and other elementary particles
“A clear definition of the word “nucleus” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
permeate
if liquid, gas etc permeates something, it enters it and spreads through every part of it
“A clear example helps learners use “permeate” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
roll
a piece of paper, camera film, money etc that has been rolled into the shape of a tube
“The speaker used the word “roll” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
specialize
to limit all or most of your study, business etc to a particular subject or activity
“The speaker explains how “specialize” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
symptom
something wrong with your body or mind which shows that you have a particular illness
“The speaker used the word “symptom” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
coverage
when a subject or event is reported on television or radio, or in newspapers
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “coverage.””
deem
to think of something in a particular way or as having a particular quality
“A clear example helps learners use “deem” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
prospect
a particular event which will probably or definitely happen in the future – used especially when you want to talk about how you feel about it
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “prospect.””
activate
to make an electrical system or chemical process start working
“The speaker explains how “activate” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
comic
a magazine for children that tells a story using comic strips
“A clear definition of the word “comic” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
corrupt
to encourage someone to start behaving in an immoral or dishonest way
“A clear example helps learners use “corrupt” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
date
a particular day of the month or year, especially shown by a number
“Learners saw the word “date” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
gear
a set of equipment or tools you need for a particular activity
“A clear definition of the word “gear” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
recall
to remember a particular fact, event, or situation from the past
“A clear example helps learners use “recall” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
rigorous
demanding that particular rules, processes, etc. are strictly followed
“Researchers describe the culture and media discussion evidence as rigorous.”
treatment
a particular way of behaving towards someone or of dealing with them
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “treatment.””
chorus
the part of a song that is repeated after each verse
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “chorus.””
incongruous
strange, unexpected, or unsuitable in a particular situation
“The report describes the culture and media discussion issue as incongruous.”
spectacular
an event or performance that is very large and impressive
“A clear definition of the word “spectacular” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
anecdote
a short story based on your personal experience
“A clear definition of the word “anecdote” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
entail
to involve something as a necessary part or result
“The speaker explains how “entail” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
impart
to give a particular quality to something
“The speaker explains how “impart” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
architect
someone whose job is to design buildings
“A clear definition of the word “architect” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
terrain
a particular type of land
“The speaker used the word “terrain” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
paragraph
part of a piece of writing which starts on a new line and contains at least one sentence
“Learners saw the word “paragraph” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
attach
to allow something to happen, but only if someone agrees to do a particular thing or accept a particular idea
“The speaker explains how “attach” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
calendar
a set of pages that show the days, weeks, and months of a particular year, that you usually hang on a wall
“Learners saw the word “calendar” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
declaration
an important official statement about a particular situation or plan, or the act of making this statement
“Learners saw the word “declaration” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
pinch
to press a part of someone’s skin very tightly between your finger and thumb, especially so that it hurts
“Learners hear “pinch” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”
smooth
a smooth surface has no rough parts, lumps, or holes, especially in a way that is pleasant and attractive to touch
“Researchers describe the culture and media discussion evidence as smooth.”
caption
A caption is the words printed underneath a picture or cartoon which explain what it is about
“Learners saw the word “caption” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
host
someone at a party, meal etc who has invited the guests and who provides the food, drink etc
“Learners saw the word “host” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
attract
to make someone interested in something, or make them want to take part in something
“A clear example helps learners use “attract” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
board
a flat piece of wood, plastic, card etc that you use for a particular purpose such as cutting things on, or for playing indoor games
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “board.””
conduct
to stand in front of a group of musicians or singers and direct their playing or singing
“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “conduct” describes an action or change.”
feature
a part of something that you notice because it seems important, interesting, or typical
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “feature.””
tilt
to move a part of your body, especially your head or chin, upwards or to the side
“The speaker explains how “tilt” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
conjunction
a word such as ‘and’, ‘but’, or ‘because’ which joins parts of a sentence
“Learners saw the word “conjunction” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
district
an area of a town or the countryside, especially one with particular features
“Learners saw the word “district” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
enclosure
an area surrounded by a wall or fence, and used for a particular purpose
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “enclosure.””
journalist
someone who writes news reports for newspapers, magazines, television, or radio
“A clear definition of the word “journalist” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
organ
a part of the body, such as the heart or lungs, that has a particular purpose
“A clear definition of the word “organ” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
prospective
someone who is likely to do a particular thing or achieve a particular position
“The report describes the culture and media discussion issue as prospective.”
bulb
the glass part of an electric light, that the light shines from
“The speaker used the word “bulb” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
fund
an amount of money that is collected and kept for a particular purpose
“The speaker used the word “fund” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
whistle
to make a high or musical sound by blowing air out through your lips
“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “whistle” describes an action or change.”
aspect
one part of a situation, idea, plan etc that has many parts
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “aspect.””
incline
to slope at a particular angle, or to make something do this
“Learners hear “incline” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”
position
to carefully put something in a particular position
“The speaker explains how “position” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
possession
something that you own or have with you at a particular time
“Learners saw the word “possession” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
predecessor
someone who had your job before you started doing it
“A clear definition of the word “predecessor” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
presence
when someone or something is present in a particular place
“The speaker used the word “presence” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
probation
a system that allows some criminals not to go to prison or to leave prison, if they behave well and see a probation officer regularly, for a particular period of time
“Learners saw the word “probation” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
turnover
the amount of business done during a particular period
“The speaker used the word “turnover” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
universal
involving everyone in the world or in a particular group
“The speaker uses “universal” to characterize the culture and media discussion situation.”
articulate
to express your ideas or feelings in words
“Learners hear “articulate” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”
complicated
consisting of many closely connected parts
“The speaker uses “complicated” to characterize the culture and media discussion situation.”
throughout
in every part of a particular area, place etc
“In this culture and media discussion, the word “throughout” helps express a precise idea.”
internal
within a particular country
“The speaker uses “internal” to characterize the culture and media discussion situation.”
receiver
A receiver is the part of a radio or television that picks up signals and converts them into sound or pictures
“The speaker used the word “receiver” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
sore
a part of your body that is sore is painful, because of infection or because you have used a muscle too much
“The speaker uses “sore” to characterize the culture and media discussion situation.”
hebrew
the language traditionally used by the Jewish people
“The speaker used the word “hebrew” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
Module
a part of a spacecraft that can be separated from the main part and used for a particular purpose
“Learners saw the word “module” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
quartet
four singers or musicians who sing or play together
“Learners saw the word “quartet” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
quota
an official limit on the number or amount of something that is allowed in a particular period
“Learners saw the word “quota” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
religion
a particular system of this belief and all the ceremonies and duties that are related to it
“The speaker used the word “religion” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
replace
to start doing something instead of another person, or start being used instead of another thing
“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “replace” describes an action or change.”
symbol
a picture or shape that has a particular meaning or represents a particular organization or idea
“Learners saw the word “symbol” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
cart
a vehicle with no roof that is pulled by a horse and used for carrying heavy things
“Learners saw the word “cart” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
classic
having all the features that are typical or expected of a particular thing or situation
“Researchers describe the culture and media discussion evidence as classic.”
concoct
to invent a clever story, excuse, or plan, especially in order to deceive someone
“The speaker explains how “concoct” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
dilate
if a hollow part of your body dilates or if something dilates it, it becomes wider
“A clear example helps learners use “dilate” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
expire
if a period of time when someone has a particular position of authority expires, it ends
“The speaker explains how “expire” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
extension
the process of making a road, building etc bigger or longer, or the part that is added
“The speaker used the word “extension” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
file
to keep papers, documents etc in a particular place so that you can find them easily
“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “file” describes an action or change.”
jaw
the lower part of your face. Its shape is sometimes thought to show your character
“Learners saw the word “jaw” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
maize
a tall plant with large yellow seeds that grow together on a cob (= long hard part ) , and that are cooked and eaten as a vegetable
“Learners saw the word “maize” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
multiply
to do a calculation in which you add a number to itself a particular number of times
“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “multiply” describes an action or change.”
quintet
five singers or musicians who perform together
“Learners saw the word “quintet” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
residential
a residential part of a town consists of private houses, with no offices or factories
“The report describes the culture and media discussion issue as residential.”
vestige
a small part or amount of something that remains when most of it no longer exists
“A clear definition of the word “vestige” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
villain
the main bad character in a film, play, or story
“A clear definition of the word “villain” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
artery
one of the tubes that carries blood from your heart to the rest of your body
“A clear definition of the word “artery” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
detective
A detective novel or story is one in which a detective tries to solve a crime
“The speaker uses “detective” to characterize the culture and media discussion situation.”
doctrine
a set of beliefs that form an important part of a religion or system of ideas
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “doctrine.””
duo
a piece of music for two performers
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “duo.””
kit
a set of tools, equipment etc that you use for a particular purpose or activity
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “kit.””
nylon
a strong artificial material that is used to make plastics, clothes, rope etc
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “nylon.””
paralysis
the loss of the ability to move all or part of your body or feel things in it
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “paralysis.””
span
the part of a bridge, arch etc that goes across from one support to another
“Learners saw the word “span” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
stage
a particular time or state that something reaches as it grows or develops
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “stage.””
terminology
the technical words or expressions that are used in a particular subject
“The speaker used the word “terminology” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
band
a group of musicians, especially a group that plays popular music
“The speaker used the word “band” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
territorial
related to land that is owned or controlled by a particular country
“The speaker uses “territorial” to characterize the culture and media discussion situation.”
vocational
teaching or relating to the skills you need to do a particular job
“The report describes the culture and media discussion issue as vocational.”
erupt
if fighting, violence, noise etc erupts, it starts suddenly
“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “erupt” describes an action or change.”
ignite
to start burning, or to make something start burning
“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “ignite” describes an action or change.”
lump
a small piece of something solid, without a particular shape
“Learners saw the word “lump” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
melody
the arrangement of musical notes in a way that is pleasant
“Learners saw the word “melody” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
prominence
a part or place that is higher than what is around it
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “prominence.””
thigh
the top part of your leg, between your knee and your hip
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “thigh.””
treatise
a serious book or article about a particular subject
“The speaker used the word “treatise” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
blade
the flat cutting part of a tool or weapon
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “blade.””
core
the hard central part of a fruit such as an apple
“The speaker used the word “core” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
elapse
if a particular period of time elapses, it passes
“Learners hear “elapse” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”
mean
to have or represent a particular meaning
“The speaker explains how “mean” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
participant
someone who is taking part in an activity or event
“A clear definition of the word “participant” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
substance
a particular type of solid, liquid, or gas
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “substance.””
tend
to move or develop in a particular direction
“A clear example helps learners use “tend” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
vacancy
a job that is available for someone to start doing
“The speaker used the word “vacancy” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
infect
to make sb share a particular feeling
“The speaker explains how “infect” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
vicinity
in the area around a particular place
“A clear definition of the word “vicinity” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
dwell
to live in a particular place
“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “dwell” describes an action or change.”
delivery
the act of bringing goods, letters etc to a particular person or place, or the things that are brought
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “delivery.””
fit
to put a piece of equipment into a place, or a new part onto a machine, so that it is ready to be used
“A clear example helps learners use “fit” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
snap
to move into a particular position suddenly, making a short sharp noise, or to make something move like this
“Learners hear “snap” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”
browse
to look through the pages of a book, magazine etc without a particular purpose, just looking at the most interesting parts
“Learners hear “browse” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”
deadly
You can use deadly to emphasize that something has a particular quality, especially an unpleasant or undesirable quality
“The result was described deadly in the final culture and media discussion paragraph.”
fixture
a piece of equipment that is fixed inside a house or building and is sold as part of the house
“A clear definition of the word “fixture” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
regular
someone who often goes to the same bar, restaurant etc or who takes part in an activity very often
“Learners saw the word “regular” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
tentacle
one of the long thin parts of a sea creature such as an octopus which it uses for holding things
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “tentacle.””
warrant
a legal document that is signed by a judge, allowing the police to take a particular action
“A clear definition of the word “warrant” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
flesh
the soft part of the body of a person or animal that is between the skin and the bones
“Learners saw the word “flesh” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
grill
a part of a cooker in which strong heat from above cooks food on a metal shelf below
“Learners saw the word “grill” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
hammer
to hit something with a hammer in order to force it into a particular position or shape
“Learners hear “hammer” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”
arthritis
a disease that causes the joints of your body to become swollen and very painful
“Learners saw the word “arthritis” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
composition
the way in which something is made up of different parts, things, or members
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “composition.””
given
any particular time, situation, amount etc that is being used as an example
“The speaker uses “given” to characterize the culture and media discussion situation.”
location
a particular place, especially in relation to other areas, buildings etc
“The speaker used the word “location” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
melodious
something that sounds melodious sounds like music or has a pleasant tune
“The speaker uses “melodious” to characterize the culture and media discussion situation.”
neoclassical
neoclassical art or architecture copies the style of ancient Greece or Rome
“The speaker uses “neoclassical” to characterize the culture and media discussion situation.”
quartz
a hard mineral substance that is used in making electronic watches and clocks
“A clear definition of the word “quartz” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
screen
the part of a television or computer where the picture or information appears
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “screen.””
specialist
someone who knows a lot about a particular subject, or is very skilled at it
“The speaker used the word “specialist” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
spot
a particular place or area, especially a pleasant place where you spend time
“Learners saw the word “spot” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
weakness
a fault in someone’s character or in a system, organization, design etc
“The speaker used the word “weakness” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
assembly
the meeting together of a group of people for a particular purpose
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “assembly.””
basic
forming the most important or most necessary part of something
“Researchers describe the culture and media discussion evidence as basic.”
cathedral
the main church of a particular area under the control of a bishop
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “cathedral.””
departure
an act of leaving a place, especially at the start of a journey
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “departure.””
design
to make a drawing or plan of something that will be made or built
“Learners hear “design” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”
mime
to pretend to play or sing a piece of music, without making any sound
“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “mime” describes an action or change.”
silicon
a chemical substance that exists as a solid or as a powder and is used to make glass, bricks, and parts for computers. It is a chemical element: symbol Si
“The speaker used the word “silicon” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
transcribe
to arrange a piece of music for a different instrument or voice
“The speaker explains how “transcribe” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
wither
if plants wither, they become drier and smaller and start to die
“A clear example helps learners use “wither” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
documentation
the act of recording information in writing, on film etc
“Learners saw the word “documentation” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
edition
the form that a book, newspaper, magazine etc is produced in
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “edition.””
feel
to experience a particular physical feeling or emotion
“In this culture and media discussion, the word “feel” helps express a precise idea.”
heart
the organ in your chest which pumps blood through your body
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “heart.””
incorporate
to include something as part of a group, system, plan etc
“Learners hear “incorporate” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”
lap
the upper part of your legs when you are sitting down
“The speaker used the word “lap” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
pillar
a very important part of a system of beliefs or ideas
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “pillar.””
put
to say or write something using words in a particular way
“The speaker explains how “put” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
route
to send something somewhere using a particular route
“A clear example helps learners use “route” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
composite
something made up of different parts or materials
“A clear definition of the word “composite” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
linguistic
related to language, words, or linguistics
“During the culture and media discussion discussion, “linguistic” signals a particular quality.”
opinion
your ideas or beliefs about a particular subject
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “opinion.””
originate
to have the idea for something and start it
“Learners hear “originate” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”
flavour
the particular taste of a food or drink
“A clear definition of the word “flavour” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
musical
relating to music or consisting of music
“Researchers describe the culture and media discussion evidence as musical.”
enact
to act in a play, story etc
“A clear example helps learners use “enact” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
advertisement
a picture, set of words, or a short film, which is intended to persuade people to buy a product or use a service, or that gives information about a job that is available, an event that is going to happen etc
“A clear definition of the word “advertisement” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
applicable
if something is applicable to a particular person, group, or situation, it affects them or is related to them
“The speaker uses “applicable” to characterize the culture and media discussion situation.”
dart
a small pointed object that is thrown or shot as a weapon, or one that is thrown in the game of darts
“A clear definition of the word “dart” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
drum
a musical instrument made of skin stretched over a circular frame, played by hitting it with your hand or a stick
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “drum.””
equip
to provide a person or place with the things that are needed for a particular kind of activity or work
“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “equip” describes an action or change.”
ministry
a government department that is responsible for one of the areas of government work, such as education or health
“A clear definition of the word “ministry” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
patrol
to go around the different parts of an area or building at regular times to check that there is no trouble or danger
“Learners hear “patrol” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”
skirt
a piece of outer clothing worn by women and girls, which hangs down from the waist like the bottom part of a dress
“The speaker used the word “skirt” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
tuck
a pleat or fold in a part of a garment, usually stitched down so as to make it a better fit or as decoration
“A clear definition of the word “tuck” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
clause
a part of a written law or legal document covering a particular subject of the whole law or document
“The speaker used the word “clause” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
exterminate
to kill large numbers of people or animals of a particular type so that they no longer exist
“Learners hear “exterminate” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”
fate
the things that happen to someone or something, especially unpleasant things that end their existence or end a particular period
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “fate.””
fibre
the parts of plants that you eat but cannot digest . Fibre helps to keep you healthy by moving food quickly through your body.
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “fibre.””
magnetism
the physical force that makes two metal objects pull towards each other or push each other apart
“The speaker used the word “magnetism” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
renunciation
when someone makes a formal decision to no longer believe in something, live in a particular way etc
“A clear definition of the word “renunciation” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
rumour
information or a story that is passed from one person to another and which may or may not be true
“Learners saw the word “rumour” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
selection
the careful choice of a particular person or thing from a group of similar people or things
“Learners saw the word “selection” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
thumb
the part of your hand that is shaped like a thick short finger and helps you to hold things
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “thumb.””
character
the particular combination of qualities that makes someone a particular type of person
“The speaker used the word “character” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
deviate
To deviate from something means to start doing something different or not planned, especially in a way that causes problems for others
“Learners hear “deviate” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”
icon
a small sign or picture on a computer screen that is used to start a particular operation
“The speaker used the word “icon” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
incongruity
the fact that something is strange, unusual, or unsuitable in a particular situation
“A clear definition of the word “incongruity” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
indicate
to show that a particular situation exists, or that something is likely to be true
“The speaker explains how “indicate” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
particular
a particular thing or person is the one that you are talking about, and not any other
“During the culture and media discussion discussion, “particular” signals a particular quality.”
tongue
the soft part inside your mouth that you can move about and use for eating and speaking
“Learners saw the word “tongue” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
acceptable
good enough to be used for a particular purpose or to be considered satisfactory
“The report describes the culture and media discussion issue as acceptable.”
apart
if things are apart, they are not close to each other or touching each other
“The speaker explained the culture and media discussion change apart.”
booklet
a very short book that usually contains information on one particular subject
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “booklet.””
boot
a type of shoe that covers your whole foot and the lower part of your leg
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “boot.””
brilliant
A brilliant person, idea, or performance is extremely clever or skilful
“The speaker uses “brilliant” to characterize the culture and media discussion situation.”
dealer
someone who buys and sells a particular product, especially an expensive one
“The speaker used the word “dealer” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
essential
the essential part, quality, or feature of something is the most basic one
“The report describes the culture and media discussion issue as essential.”
farewell
a party or dinner that you have because someone is leaving a job, city etc
“In this culture and media discussion, the word “farewell” helps express a precise idea.”
illustration
a picture in a book, article etc, especially one that helps you to understand it
“Learners saw the word “illustration” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
musician
someone who plays a musical instrument, especially very well or as a job
“The speaker used the word “musician” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
optimum
the best or most suitable for a particular purpose or in a particular situation
“During the culture and media discussion discussion, “optimum” signals a particular quality.”
pervade
if a feeling, idea, or smell pervades a place, it is present in every part of it
“A clear example helps learners use “pervade” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
piston
a part of an engine consisting of a short solid piece of metal inside a tube, which moves up and down to make the other parts of the engine move
“The speaker used the word “piston” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
populate
if an area is populated by a particular group of people, they live there
“Learners hear “populate” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”
powder
a dangerous situation or place where violence or trouble could suddenly start
“The speaker used the word “powder” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
rendezvous
an arrangement to meet someone at a particular time and place, often secretly
“The speaker used the word “rendezvous” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
sensibility
the way that someone reacts to particular subjects or types of behaviour
“A clear definition of the word “sensibility” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
alphabet
a set of letters, arranged in a particular order, and used in writing
“The speaker used the word “alphabet” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
apartment
a set of rooms on one floor of a large building, where someone lives
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “apartment.””
bay
a part of the sea that is partly enclosed by a curve in the land
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “bay.””
bid
to offer to pay a particular price for goods, especially in an auction
“A clear example helps learners use “bid” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
carton
a small box made of cardboard or plastic that contains food or a drink
“A clear definition of the word “carton” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
chest
the front part of your body between your neck and your stomach
“A clear definition of the word “chest” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
crumble
to break apart into lots of little pieces, or make something do this
“Learners hear “crumble” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”
damage
to cause physical harm to something or to part of someone’s body
“A clear example helps learners use “damage” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
enthusiast
someone who is very interested in a particular activity or subject
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “enthusiast.””
even
flat and level, with no parts that are higher than other parts
“Researchers describe the culture and media discussion evidence as even.”