Speaking & Writing: Technology & digital life

The words

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

web

the system on the Internet that allows you to find and use information that is held on computers all over the world

“Learners saw the word “web” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”

internet

a computer system that allows millions of computer users around the world to exchange information

“The speaker used the word “internet” while explaining the digital service problem.”

online

connected to other computers through the Internet, or available through the Internet

“The speaker uses “online” to characterize the digital service situation.”

digital

using a system in which information is recorded or sent out electronically in the form of numbers, usually ones and zeros

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as digital.”

network

a system of lines, tubes, wires, roads etc that cross each other and are connected to each other

“Learners saw the word “network” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”

interactive

an interactive computer program, television system etc allows you to communicate directly with it, and does things in reaction to your actions

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as interactive.”

net

the system that allows millions of computer users around the world to exchange information

“A clear definition of the word “net” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”

upgrade

to make a computer, machine, or piece of software better and able to do more things

“In the digital service discussion, the verb “upgrade” describes an action or change.”

virtual

made, done, seen etc on the Internet or on a computer, rather than in the real world

“During the digital service discussion, “virtual” signals a particular quality.”

retrieval

the process of getting back information stored on a computer system

“Learners saw the word “retrieval” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”

technology

new machines, equipment, and ways of doing things that are based on modern knowledge about science and computers

“The digital service report includes a section on the word “technology.””

establish

to start a company, organization, system, etc that is intended to exist or continue for a long time

“A clear example helps learners use “establish” in a sentence about the digital service.”

monitor

a television or part of a computer with a screen, on which you can see pictures or information

“The digital service report includes a section on the word “monitor.””

conversion

when you change something from one form, purpose, or system to a different one

“Learners saw the word “conversion” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”

tube

the system of trains that run under the ground in London

“The digital service report includes a section on the word “tube.””

systematic

Something that is done in a systematic way is done according to a fixed plan, in a thorough and efficient way

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as systematic.”

array

a set of numbers or signs, or of computer memory units, arranged in lines across or down

“A clear definition of the word “array” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”

compatible

if two pieces of computer equipment are compatible, they can be used together, especially when they are made by different companies

“The report describes the digital service issue as compatible.”

programmer

someone whose job is to write computer programs

“The digital service report includes a section on the word “programmer.””

record

to write information down or store it in a computer or on film so that it can be looked at in the future

“A clear example helps learners use “record” in a sentence about the digital service.”

setup

The setup of computer hardware or software is the process of installing it and making it ready to use

“The speaker used the word “setup” while explaining the digital service problem.”

binary

a system of counting, used in computers, in which only the numbers 0 and 1 are used

“The speaker uses “binary” to characterize the digital service situation.”

grid

the network of electricity supply wires that connects power stations and provides electricity to buildings in an area

“Learners saw the word “grid” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”

hardware

computer machinery and equipment, as opposed to the programs that make computers work

“Learners saw the word “hardware” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”

activate

to make an electrical system or chemical process start working

“The speaker explains how “activate” is used in a report about the digital service.”

circulate

to move around within a system, or to make something do this

“In the digital service discussion, the verb “circulate” describes an action or change.”

software

the sets of programs that tell a computer how to do a particular job

“A clear definition of the word “software” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”

type

to write something using a computer or a typewriter

“Learners hear “type” while following the digital service explanation.”

drainage

the process or system by which water or waste liquid flows away

“A clear definition of the word “drainage” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”

mechanism

a system that is intended to achieve something or deal with a problem

“The speaker used the word “mechanism” while explaining the digital service problem.”

scrap

to decide not to use a plan or system because it is not practical

“The speaker explains how “scrap” is used in a report about the digital service.”

monarchy

the system in which a country is ruled by a king or queen

“The speaker used the word “monarchy” while explaining the digital service problem.”

currency

the system or type of money that a country uses

“A clear definition of the word “currency” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”

principle

the basic idea that a plan or system is based on

“Learners saw the word “principle” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”

intercom

a communication system by which people in different parts of a building, aircraft etc can speak to each other

“The speaker used the word “intercom” while explaining the digital service problem.”

password

a secret group of letters or numbers that you must type into a computer before you can use a system or program

“A clear definition of the word “password” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”

technocracy

a social system in which people with a lot of knowledge about science, machines, and computers have a lot of power

“A clear definition of the word “technocracy” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”

bespoke

a bespoke product, especially computer software or a piece of clothing, has been specially made for a particular customer

“The speaker uses “bespoke” to characterize the digital service situation.”

browser

a computer program that finds information on the Internet and shows it on your computer screen

“The digital service report includes a section on the word “browser.””

hacker

someone who secretly uses or changes the information in other people’s computer systems

“Learners saw the word “hacker” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”

ideology

a set of beliefs on which a political or economic system is based, or which strongly influence the way people behave

“The digital service report includes a section on the word “ideology.””

ecosystem

all the animals and plants in a particular area, and the way in which they are related to each other and to their environment

“The digital service report includes a section on the word “ecosystem.””

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 digital service problem.”

doctrine

a set of beliefs that form an important part of a religion or system of ideas

“The digital service report includes a section on the word “doctrine.””

input

the act of putting information into a computer; the information that you put in

“The digital service report includes a section on the word “input.””

cumbersome

a process or system that is cumbersome is slow and difficult

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as cumbersome.”

divide

a line of high ground between two river systems

“The speaker used the word “divide” while explaining the digital service problem.”

element

one part or feature of a whole system, plan, piece of work etc, especially one that is basic or important

“Learners saw the word “element” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”

modem

a piece of electronic equipment that allows information from one computer to be sent along telephone wires to another computer

“Learners saw the word “modem” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”

revert

When people or things revert to a previous state, system, or type of behaviour, they go back to it

“In the digital service discussion, the verb “revert” describes an action or change.”

reform

a change or changes made to a system or organization in order to improve it

“A clear definition of the word “reform” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”

screen

the part of a television or computer where the picture or information appears

“The digital service report includes a section on the word “screen.””

uphold

to defend or support a law, system, or principle so that it continues to exist

“In the digital service discussion, the verb “uphold” describes an action or change.”

weakness

a fault in someone’s character or in a system, organization, design etc

“The speaker used the word “weakness” while explaining the digital service problem.”

security

A feeling of security is a feeling of being safe and free from worry.

“The digital service report includes a section on the word “security.””

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 digital service problem.”

pillar

a very important part of a system of beliefs or ideas

“The digital service report includes a section on the word “pillar.””

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 digital service issue.”

decimal

a decimal system is based on the number 10

“During the digital service discussion, “decimal” signals a particular quality.”

telecommunication

the telegraphic or telephonic communication of audio, video, or digital information over a distance by means of radio waves, optical signals, etc, or along a transmission line

“The digital service report includes a section on the word “telecommunication.””

underground

a railway system under the ground

“The speaker used the word “underground” while explaining the digital service problem.”

bureaucracy

a complicated official system that is annoying or confusing because it has a lot of rules, processes etc

“Learners saw the word “bureaucracy” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”

labyrinth

a large network of paths or passages which cross each other, making it very difficult to find your way

“The speaker used the word “labyrinth” while explaining the digital service problem.”

click

to press a button on a computer mouse to choose something from the screen that you want the computer to do, or to press a button on a remote control

“Learners hear “click” while following the digital service explanation.”

tenet

a principle or belief, especially one that is part of a larger system of beliefs

“The digital service report includes a section on the word “tenet.””

satire

a way of criticizing something such as a group of people or a system, in which you deliberately make them seem funny so that people will see their faults

“The digital service report includes a section on the word “satire.””

service

the official system for providing something, especially something that everyone in a country needs to have, or the official organization that provides it

“The speaker used the word “service” while explaining the digital service problem.”

subway

a railway system that runs under the ground below a big city

“A clear definition of the word “subway” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”

economy

the system by which a country’s money and goods are produced and used, or a country considered in this way

“Learners saw the word “economy” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”

minimize

to make a document or program on your computer very small when you are not using it but still want to keep it open

“Learners hear “minimize” while following the digital service explanation.”

neuron

a type of cell that makes up the nervous system and sends messages to other parts of the body or the brain

“A clear definition of the word “neuron” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”

sewerage

the system by which waste material and used water are carried away in sewers and then treated to stop it being harmful

“A clear definition of the word “sewerage” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”

console

a flat board that contains the controls for a machine, piece of electrical equipment, computer etc

“A clear definition of the word “console” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”

interface

the way in which you see the information from a computer program on a screen, or how you type information into the program

“The speaker used the word “interface” while explaining the digital service problem.”

keyboard

a board with buttons marked with letters or numbers that are pressed to put information into a computer or other machine

“The speaker used the word “keyboard” while explaining the digital service problem.”

processor

the central part of a computer that deals with the commands and information it is given

“The digital service report includes a section on the word “processor.””

automation

the use of computers and machines instead of people to do a job

“The speaker used the word “automation” while explaining the digital service problem.”

bypass

to avoid obeying a rule, system, or someone in an official position

“Learners hear “bypass” while following the digital service explanation.”

cosmos

the whole universe, especially when you think of it as a system

“The digital service report includes a section on the word “cosmos.””

delete

to remove something that has been written down or stored in a computer

“A clear example helps learners use “delete” in a sentence about the digital service.”

railway

a system of tracks along which trains run, or a system of trains

“The speaker used the word “railway” while explaining the digital service problem.”

adjustment

a small change made to a machine, system, or calculation

“A clear definition of the word “adjustment” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”

incorporate

to include something as part of a group, system, plan etc

“Learners hear “incorporate” while following the digital service explanation.”

breakdown

the failure of a relationship or system

“The speaker used the word “breakdown” while explaining the digital service problem.”

participate

to take part in an activity or event

“Learners hear “participate” while following the digital service explanation.”

promote

to help something to develop or increase

“Learners hear “promote” while following the digital service explanation.”

subsequent

happening or coming after something else

“During the digital service discussion, “subsequent” signals a particular quality.”

commentator

someone who knows a lot about a particular subject, and who writes about it or discusses it on the television or radio

“The speaker used the word “commentator” while explaining the digital service problem.”

computer

an electronic machine that stores information and uses programs to help you find, organize, or change the information

“A clear definition of the word “computer” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”

definite

clearly known, seen, or stated

“The report describes the digital service issue as definite.”

economist

someone who studies the way in which money and goods are produced and used and the systems of business and trade

“The speaker used the word “economist” while explaining the digital service problem.”

enormous

very big in size or in amount

“The report describes the digital service issue as enormous.”

equivocal

if you are equivocal, you are deliberately unclear in the way that you give information or your opinion

“The speaker uses “equivocal” to characterize the digital service situation.”

follower

someone who believes in a particular system of ideas, or who supports a leader who teaches these ideas

“Learners saw the word “follower” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”

hieroglyph

a picture or symbol used to represent a word or part of a word, especially in the ancient Egyptian writing system

“A clear definition of the word “hieroglyph” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”

informal

an informal style of writing or speaking is suitable for ordinary conversations or letters to friends

“The report describes the digital service issue as informal.”

language

a system of communication by written or spoken words, which is used by the people of a particular country or area

“The digital service report includes a section on the word “language.””

overview

a short description of a subject or situation that gives the main ideas without explaining all the details

“A clear definition of the word “overview” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”

tremendous

very big, fast, powerful etc

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as tremendous.”

immense

extremely large

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as immense.”

introductory

said or written at the beginning of a book, speech etc in order to explain what it is about

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as introductory.”

overhaul

to repair or change the necessary parts in a machine, system etc that is not working correctly

“Learners hear “overhaul” while following the digital service explanation.”

printer

a machine which is connected to a computer and can make a printed record of computer information

“The digital service report includes a section on the word “printer.””

spider

a small creature with eight legs, which catches insects using a fine network of sticky threads

“A clear definition of the word “spider” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”

blank

an empty space on a piece of paper, where you are supposed to write a word or letter

“The digital service report includes a section on the word “blank.””

dissenter

a person or organization that disagrees with an official decision or accepted opinion

“The speaker used the word “dissenter” while explaining the digital service problem.”

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 digital service problem.”

reiterate

to repeat a statement or opinion in order to make your meaning as clear as possible

“The speaker explains how “reiterate” is used in a report about the digital service.”

mouth

the part of your face which you put food into, or which you use for speaking

“The speaker used the word “mouth” while explaining the digital service problem.”

protocol

a system of rules about the correct way to behave on an official occasion

“Learners saw the word “protocol” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”

acid

a chemical substance that has a pH of less than 7. Strong acids can burn holes in material or damage your skin

“The speaker used the word “acid” while explaining the digital service problem.”

anchor

a piece of heavy metal that is lowered to the bottom of the sea, a lake etc to prevent a ship or boat moving

“A clear definition of the word “anchor” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”

correspond

if two things or ideas correspond, the parts or information in one relate to the parts or information in the other

“A clear example helps learners use “correspond” in a sentence about the digital service.”

diagram

a simple drawing or plan that shows exactly where something is, what something looks like, or how something works

“The speaker used the word “diagram” while explaining the digital service problem.”

exotic

Something that is exotic is unusual and interesting, usually because it comes from or is related to a distant country

“The report describes the digital service issue as exotic.”

explode

to burst, or to make something burst, into small pieces, usually with a loud noise and in a way that causes damage

“The speaker explains how “explode” is used in a report about the digital service.”

facility

Facilities are buildings, pieces of equipment, or services that are provided for a particular purpose

“The speaker used the word “facility” while explaining the digital service problem.”

filter

to remove unwanted substances from water, air etc by passing it through a special substance or piece of equipment

“Learners hear “filter” while following the digital service explanation.”

guarantee

to promise that you will pay back money that someone else has borrowed, if they do not pay it back themselves

“In the digital service discussion, the verb “guarantee” describes an action or change.”

irritate

to make someone feel annoyed or impatient, especially by doing something many times or for a long period of time

“In the digital service discussion, the verb “irritate” describes an action or change.”

latent

something that is latent is present but hidden, and may develop or become more noticeable in the future

“The report describes the digital service issue as latent.”

man

to work at, use, or ope-rate a system, piece of equipment etc

“In the digital service discussion, the verb “man” describes an action or change.”

microprocessor

the central chip in a computer, which controls most of its operations

“Learners saw the word “microprocessor” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”

mission

an important job that involves travelling somewhere, done by a member of the air force, army etc, or by a spacecraft

“Learners saw the word “mission” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”

modification

a small change made in something such as a design, plan, or system

“Learners saw the word “modification” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”

orbit

the curved path travelled by an object which is moving around another much larger object such as the Earth, the Sun etc

“The digital service report includes a section on the word “orbit.””

panic

a sudden strong feeling of fear or nervousness that makes you unable to think clearly or behave sensibly

“A clear definition of the word “panic” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”

project

a carefully planned piece of work to get information about something, to build something, to improve something etc

“A clear definition of the word “project” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”

sacrifice

to willingly stop having something you want or doing something you like in order to get something more important

“The speaker explains how “sacrifice” is used in a report about the digital service.”

sarcasm

a way of speaking or writing that involves saying the opposite of what you really mean in order to make an unkind joke or to show that you are annoyed

“Learners saw the word “sarcasm” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”

score

a written or printed copy of a piece of music, especially for a large group of performers, or the music itself

“The digital service report includes a section on the word “score.””

shift

to change a situation, discussion etc by giving special attention to one idea or subject instead of to a previous one

“Learners hear “shift” while following the digital service explanation.”

slide

a large structure with steps leading to the top of a long sloping surface which children can slide down

“The speaker used the word “slide” while explaining the digital service problem.”

statue

an image of a person or animal that is made in solid material such as stone or metal and is usually large

“Learners saw the word “statue” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”

steady

to hold someone or something so they become more balanced or controlled, or to become more balanced or controlled

“Learners hear “steady” while following the digital service explanation.”

subscribe

to pay money, usually once a year, to have copies of a newspaper or magazine sent to you, or to have some other service

“Learners hear “subscribe” while following the digital service explanation.”

transform

to completely change the appearance, form, or character of something or someone, especially in a way that improves it

“In the digital service discussion, the verb “transform” describes an action or change.”

vacuum

a space that is completely empty of all gas, especially one from which all the air has been taken away

“The speaker used the word “vacuum” while explaining the digital service problem.”

adapt

to gradually change your behaviour and attitudes in order to be successful in a new situation

“Learners hear “adapt” while following the digital service explanation.”

address

the details of the place where someone lives or works, which you use to send them letters etc

“Learners saw the word “address” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”

admission

a statement in which you admit that something is true or that you have done something wrong

“A clear definition of the word “admission” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”

alternate

An alternate is a person or thing that replaces another, and can act or be used instead of them

“The digital service report includes a section on the word “alternate.””

authentic

a painting, document, book etc that is authentic has been proved to be by a particular person

“The speaker uses “authentic” to characterize the digital service situation.”

check

to do something in order to find out whether something really is correct, true, or in good condition

“Learners hear “check” while following the digital service explanation.”

clumsy

moving or doing things in a careless way, especially so that you drop things, knock into things etc

“The speaker uses “clumsy” to characterize the digital service situation.”

confidence

the feeling that you can trust someone or something to be good, work well, or produce good results

“Learners saw the word “confidence” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”

diameter

a straight line from one side of a circle to the other side, passing through the centre of the circle, or the length of this line

“A clear definition of the word “diameter” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”

efficient

if someone or something is efficient, they work well without wasting time, money, or energy

“The speaker uses “efficient” to characterize the digital service situation.”

eligible

an eligible man or woman would be good to marry because they are rich, attractive, and not married

“The speaker uses “eligible” to characterize the digital service situation.”

estimate

to try to judge the value, size, speed, cost etc of something, without calculating it exactly

“In the digital service discussion, the verb “estimate” describes an action or change.”

exclusive

an important or exciting story that is printed in only one newspaper, because that newspaper was the first to find out about it

“The digital service report includes a section on the word “exclusive.””

fluctuate

to change frequently in size, amount, quality, etc., especially from one extreme to another

“The speaker explains how “fluctuate” is used in a report about the digital service.”

inexplicable

too unusual or strange to be explained or understood

“The report describes the digital service issue as inexplicable.”

lie

something that you say or write that you know is untrue

“Learners saw the word “lie” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”

motivate

to make someone want to achieve something and make them willing to work hard in order to do this

“The speaker explains how “motivate” is used in a report about the digital service.”

mute

someone who is mute does not speak, or refuses to speak

“During the digital service discussion, “mute” signals a particular quality.”

parallel

a relationship or similarity between two things, especially things that exist or happen in different places or at different times

“The speaker used the word “parallel” while explaining the digital service problem.”

perspective

a way of thinking about something, especially one which is influenced by the type of person you are or by your experiences

“Learners saw the word “perspective” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”

petroleum

oil that is obtained from below the surface of the Earth and is used to make petrol, paraffin , and various chemical substances

“The speaker used the word “petroleum” while explaining the digital service problem.”

pray

to speak to God in order to ask for help or give thanks

“In the digital service discussion, the verb “pray” describes an action or change.”

previous

A previous event or thing is one that happened or existed before the one that you are talking about

“The speaker uses “previous” to characterize the digital service situation.”

prototype

the first form that a new design of a car, machine etc has, or a model of it used to test the design before it is produced

“Learners saw the word “prototype” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”

radius

the distance from the centre to the edge of a circle, or a line drawn from the centre to the edge

“The digital service report includes a section on the word “radius.””

sequence

the order that something happens or exists in, or the order it is supposed to happen or exist in

“The speaker used the word “sequence” while explaining the digital service problem.”

speculate

to guess about the possible causes or effects of something, without knowing all the facts or details

“Learners hear “speculate” while following the digital service explanation.”

spoil

to have a bad effect on something so that it is no longer attractive, enjoyable, useful etc

“A clear example helps learners use “spoil” in a sentence about the digital service.”

string

a strong thread made of several threads twisted together, used for tying or fastening things

“A clear definition of the word “string” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”

systematize

to put facts, numbers, ideas etc into a particular order

“Learners hear “systematize” while following the digital service explanation.”

affect

to do something that produces an effect or change in something or in someone’s situation

“The speaker explains how “affect” is used in a report about the digital service.”

allocate

to use something for a particular purpose, give something to a particular person etc, especially after an official decision has been made

“The speaker explains how “allocate” is used in a report about the digital service.”

appointment

an arrangement for a meeting at an agreed time and place, for a particular purpose

“A clear definition of the word “appointment” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”

assign

to give someone a particular job or make them responsible for a particular person or thing

“The speaker explains how “assign” is used in a report about the digital service.”

chalk

to write, mark, or draw something with chalk

“A clear example helps learners use “chalk” in a sentence about the digital service.”

challenge

something that tests strength, skill, or ability, especially in a way that is interesting

“A clear definition of the word “challenge” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”

codify

to arrange laws, principles, facts etc in a system

“Learners hear “codify” while following the digital service explanation.”

comparable

similar to something else in size, number, quality etc, so that you can make a comparison

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as comparable.”

compile

to make a book, list, record etc, using different pieces of information, music etc

“The speaker explains how “compile” is used in a report about the digital service.”

compress

to press something or make it smaller so that it takes up less space, or to become smaller

“In the digital service discussion, the verb “compress” describes an action or change.”

confusion

a very confusing situation, that usually has a lot of noise and action, so that it is difficult for someone to understand it or control it

“The digital service report includes a section on the word “confusion.””

consult

to ask for information or advice from someone because it is their job to know something

“In the digital service discussion, the verb “consult” describes an action or change.”

convert

to change something into a different form, or to change something so that it can be used for a different purpose or in a different way

“The speaker explains how “convert” is used in a report about the digital service.”

decay

to be slowly destroyed by a natural chemical process, or to make something do this

“Learners hear “decay” while following the digital service explanation.”

desperate

willing to do anything to change a very bad situation, and not caring about danger

“The speaker uses “desperate” to characterize the digital service situation.”

drought

a long period of dry weather when there is not enough water for plants and animals to live

“The speaker used the word “drought” while explaining the digital service problem.”

friction

the natural force that prevents one surface from sliding easily over another surface

“Learners saw the word “friction” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”

genuine

a genuine feeling, desire etc is one that you really feel, not one you pretend to feel

“During the digital service discussion, “genuine” signals a particular quality.”

gravity

the force that causes something to fall to the ground or to be attracted to another planet

“Learners saw the word “gravity” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”

libel

to write or print a libel against someone

“In the digital service discussion, the verb “libel” describes an action or change.”

loudspeaker

a piece of equipment used to make sounds louder

“A clear definition of the word “loudspeaker” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”

luxury

A luxury item is something expensive which is not necessary but which gives you pleasure

“The speaker uses “luxury” to characterize the digital service situation.”

manual

a book that gives instructions about how to do something, especially how to use a machine

“Learners saw the word “manual” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”

mature

someone, especially a child or young person, who is mature behaves in a sensible and reasonable way, as you would expect an adult to behave

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as mature.”

maximum

the maximum amount, quantity, speed etc is the largest that is possible or allowed

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as maximum.”

minimum

the smallest amount of something or number of things that is possible or necessary

“The digital service report includes a section on the word “minimum.””

molecule

the smallest unit into which any substance can be divided without losing its own chemical nature, usually consisting of two or more atoms

“Learners saw the word “molecule” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”

occupy

to enter a place in a large group and keep control of it, especially by military force

“A clear example helps learners use “occupy” in a sentence about the digital service.”

opposite

a person or thing that is as different as possible from someone or something else

“A clear definition of the word “opposite” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”

overall

a loose-fitting piece of clothing like a coat, that is worn over clothes to protect them

“The speaker used the word “overall” while explaining the digital service problem.”

overcome

to successfully control a feeling or problem that prevents you from achieving something

“In the digital service discussion, the verb “overcome” describes an action or change.”

portion

a part of something larger, especially a part that is different from the other parts

“A clear definition of the word “portion” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”

provision

to provide someone or something with a lot of food and supplies, especially for a journey

“The speaker explains how “provision” is used in a report about the digital service.”

resent

to feel angry or upset about a situation or about something that someone has done, especially because you think that it is not fair

“The speaker explains how “resent” is used in a report about the digital service.”

reward

something that you get because you have done something good or helpful or have worked hard

“The speaker used the word “reward” while explaining the digital service problem.”

rotate

to turn with a circular movement around a central point, or to make something do this

“A clear example helps learners use “rotate” in a sentence about the digital service.”

royalty

a payment made to the writer of a book or piece of music depending on how many books etc are sold, or to someone whose idea, invention etc is used by someone else to make money

“The digital service report includes a section on the word “royalty.””

significant

having an important effect or influence, especially on what will happen in the future

“During the digital service discussion, “significant” signals a particular quality.”

sponsor

someone who officially agrees to help someone else, or to be responsible for what they do

“The digital service report includes a section on the word “sponsor.””

stake

to risk losing something that is valuable or important to you on the result of something

“In the digital service discussion, the verb “stake” describes an action or change.”

superficial

not studying or looking at something carefully and only seeing the most noticeable things

“During the digital service discussion, “superficial” signals a particular quality.”

swift

a small brown bird that has pointed wings, flies very fast, and is similar to a swallow

“The speaker used the word “swift” while explaining the digital service problem.”

territory

land that is owned or controlled by a particular country, ruler, or military force

“The digital service report includes a section on the word “territory.””

vacant

a vacant seat, building, room or piece of land is empty and available for someone to use

“The speaker uses “vacant” to characterize the digital service situation.”

accessory

something such as a piece of equipment or a decoration that is not necessary, but that makes a machine, car, room etc more useful or more attractive

“The digital service report includes a section on the word “accessory.””

adequate

enough in quantity or of a good enough quality for a particular purpose

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as adequate.”

adopt

to take someone else’s child into your home and legally become its parent

“In the digital service discussion, the verb “adopt” describes an action or change.”

alienate

to do something that makes someone unfriendly or unwilling to support you

“A clear example helps learners use “alienate” in a sentence about the digital service.”

apparent

seeming to have a particular feeling or attitude, although this may not be true

“During the digital service discussion, “apparent” signals a particular quality.”

associate

to make a connection in your mind between one thing or person and another

“In the digital service discussion, the verb “associate” describes an action or change.”

available

something that is available is able to be used or can easily be bought or found

“The speaker uses “available” to characterize the digital service situation.”

aware

if you are aware that a situation exists, you realize or know that it exists

“The report describes the digital service issue as aware.”

clue

an object or piece of information that helps someone solve a crime or mystery

“The speaker used the word “clue” while explaining the digital service problem.”

combine

a machine used by farmers to cut grain, separate the seeds from it, and clean it

“The speaker used the word “combine” while explaining the digital service problem.”

confront

to face someone in a threatening way, as though you are going to attack them

“The speaker explains how “confront” is used in a report about the digital service.”

consequence

something that happens as a result of a particular action or set of conditions

“The speaker used the word “consequence” while explaining the digital service problem.”

darling

used when speaking to someone you love

“The speaker used the word “darling” while explaining the digital service problem.”

deny

to say that something is not true, or that you do not believe something

“In the digital service discussion, the verb “deny” describes an action or change.”

digest

to change food that you have just eaten into substances that your body can use

“In the digital service discussion, the verb “digest” describes an action or change.”

evaporate

if a liquid evaporates, or if heat evaporates it, it changes into a gas

“A clear example helps learners use “evaporate” in a sentence about the digital service.”

exchange

the act of giving someone something and receiving something else from them

“A clear definition of the word “exchange” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”

function

the purpose that something has, or the job that someone or something does

“Learners saw the word “function” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”

glimpse

to see someone or something for a moment without getting a complete view of them

“The speaker explains how “glimpse” is used in a report about the digital service.”

hostile

angry and deliberately unfriendly towards someone, and ready to argue with them

“The report describes the digital service issue as hostile.”

humble

to show that you are not too proud to ask for something, admit you are wrong etc

“The speaker explains how “humble” is used in a report about the digital service.”

implement

to take action or make changes that you have officially decided should happen

“A clear example helps learners use “implement” in a sentence about the digital service.”

inspire

to encourage someone by making them feel confident and eager to do something

“Learners hear “inspire” while following the digital service explanation.”

item

a single thing, especially one thing in a list, group, or set of things

“A clear definition of the word “item” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”

lens

the part of a camera through which the light travels before it reaches the film

“Learners saw the word “lens” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”

manufacture

to use machines to make goods or materials, usually in large numbers or amounts

“A clear example helps learners use “manufacture” in a sentence about the digital service.”

monopoly

the complete control of trade in particular goods or the supply of a particular service; a type of goods or a service that is controlled in this way

“The speaker used the word “monopoly” while explaining the digital service problem.”

opportunity

a chance to do something or an occasion when it is easy for you to do something

“The speaker used the word “opportunity” while explaining the digital service problem.”

perception

Someone who has perception realizes or notices things that are not obvious

“The speaker used the word “perception” while explaining the digital service problem.”

series

several events or actions of a similar type that happen one after the other

“A clear definition of the word “series” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”

specific

a specific thing, person, or group is one particular thing, person, or group

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as specific.”

suspend

to officially stop something from continuing, especially for a short time

“Learners hear “suspend” while following the digital service explanation.”

undertake

to accept that you are responsible for a piece of work, and start to do it

“A clear example helps learners use “undertake” in a sentence about the digital service.”

vehement

showing very strong feelings or opinions

“The report describes the digital service issue as vehement.”

vivid

vivid memories, dreams, descriptions etc are so clear that they seem real

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as vivid.”

alarm

a piece of equipment that makes a loud noise to warn you of danger

“The speaker used the word “alarm” while explaining the digital service problem.”

amateur

someone who does an activity just for pleasure, not as their job

“A clear definition of the word “amateur” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”

attempt

an act of trying to do something, especially something difficult

“A clear example helps learners use “attempt” in a sentence about the digital service.”