Integrated Academic English: Education & campus

The words

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

enroll

to officially arrange to join a school, university, or course, or to arrange for someone else to do this

“In the university study discussion, the verb “enroll” describes an action or change.”

edification

If something is done for your edification, it is done to benefit you in some way, for example by teaching you about something

“A clear definition of the word “edification” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

biomedical

Biomedical research examines the effects of drugs and medical techniques on the biological systems of living creatures

“The speaker uses “biomedical” to characterize the university study situation.”

familiarize

to learn about something so that you understand it, or to teach someone else about something so that they understand it

“The speaker explains how “familiarize” is used in a report about the university study.”

boarder

a student who stays at a school during the night, as well as during the day

“A clear definition of the word “boarder” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

intramural

happening within one school, or intended for the students of one school

“During the university study discussion, “intramural” signals a particular quality.”

varsity

the main team that represents a university, college, or school in a sport

“Learners saw the word “varsity” while comparing two sides of the university study issue.”

truancy

when students deliberately stay away from school without permission

“Learners saw the word “truancy” while comparing two sides of the university study issue.”

alumna

a woman who is a former student of a school, college etc

“Learners saw the word “alumna” while comparing two sides of the university study issue.”

doctoral

done as part of work for the university degree of doctor

“The report describes the university study issue as doctoral.”

watercourse

a place where water flows, for example a river or canal

“The university study report includes a section on the word “watercourse.””

educated

having been well taught and learned a lot

“During the university study discussion, “educated” signals a particular quality.”

apprentice

someone who works for an employer for a fixed period of time in order to learn a particular skill or job

“A clear definition of the word “apprentice” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

errand

a short journey in order to do something for someone, for example delivering or collecting something for them

“The university study report includes a section on the word “errand.””

apotheosis

If something is the apotheosis of something else, it is an ideal or typical example of it

“A clear definition of the word “apotheosis” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

wheedle

to persuade someone to do or give you something, for example by saying nice things to them that you do not mean – used to show disapproval

“Learners hear “wheedle” while following the university study explanation.”

interrogative

an interrogative sentence, pronoun etc asks a question or has the form of a question. For example, ‘who’ and ‘what’ are interrogative pronouns.

“During the university study discussion, “interrogative” signals a particular quality.”

refectory

a large room in a school, college etc where meals are served and eaten

“A clear definition of the word “refectory” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

singularity

an extremely small point in space that contains an extremely large amount of material and which does not obey the usual laws of nature, for example a black hole or the point at the beginning of the universe

“A clear definition of the word “singularity” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

epitome

the best possible example of something

“A clear definition of the word “epitome” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

erudition

Erudition is great academic knowledge

“A clear definition of the word “erudition” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

attendee

someone who is at an event such as a meeting or a course

“Learners saw the word “attendee” while comparing two sides of the university study issue.”

acrobatic

acrobatic movements involve moving your body in a very skilful way, for example by jumping through the air or balancing on a rope

“The report describes the university study issue as acrobatic.”

binomial

a mathematical expression that has two parts connected by the sign + or the sign −, for example 3x + 4y or x − 7

“A clear definition of the word “binomial” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

shuck

The shuck of something is its outer covering, for example, the leaves around an ear of corn, or the shell of a shellfish

“Learners saw the word “shuck” while comparing two sides of the university study issue.”

abstraction

a general idea about a type of situation, thing, or person rather than a specific example from real life

“Learners saw the word “abstraction” while comparing two sides of the university study issue.”

chalice

a gold or silver decorated cup used, for example, to hold wine in Christian religious services

“The speaker used the word “chalice” while explaining the university study problem.”

fink

someone who tells the police, a teacher, or a parent when someone else breaks a rule or a law

“The university study report includes a section on the word “fink.””

probing

A probe is a long thin instrument that doctors and dentists use to examine parts of the body

“The speaker used the word “probing” while explaining the university study problem.”

homograph

a word that is spelled the same as another, but is different in meaning, origin, grammar, or pronunciation. For example, the noun ‘record’ is a homograph of the verb ‘record’.

“The speaker used the word “homograph” while explaining the university study problem.”

offal

the inside parts of an animal, for example the heart, liver, and kidneys used as food

“The university study report includes a section on the word “offal.””

pennant

a long narrow pointed flag used on ships or by schools, sports teams etc

“The university study report includes a section on the word “pennant.””

personification

someone who is a perfect example of a quality because they have a lot of it

“The speaker used the word “personification” while explaining the university study problem.”

resit

to take an examination again, because you failed it or did not do well enough

“A clear example helps learners use “resit” in a sentence about the university study.”

satiety

the condition of feeling that you have had enough of something, for example food

“A clear definition of the word “satiety” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

trimester

one of three periods of equal length that the school year is divided into

“A clear definition of the word “trimester” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

abecedarian

a person who is learning the alphabet or the rudiments of a subject

“A clear definition of the word “abecedarian” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

dropout

someone who leaves school or college before they have finished

“The speaker used the word “dropout” while explaining the university study problem.”

post-mortem

an examination of a dead body to discover why the person died

“A clear definition of the word “post-mortem” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

archive

a place where a large number of historical records are stored, or the records that are stored

“Learners saw the word “archive” while comparing two sides of the university study issue.”

buckle

to become bent or curved because of heat or pressure, or to make something bend or curve in this way

“Learners hear “buckle” while following the university study explanation.”

comparatively

as compared to something else or to a previous state

“The speaker explained the university study change comparatively.”

ellipsis

when words are deliberately left out of a sentence, though the meaning can still be understood. For example, you may say ‘He’s leaving but I’m not’ instead of saying ‘He’s leaving but I’m not leaving.’

“The speaker used the word “ellipsis” while explaining the university study 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 university study explanation.”

extravagant

spending or costing a lot of money, especially more than is necessary or more than you can afford

“The speaker uses “extravagant” to characterize the university study situation.”

fabulous

fabulous creatures, places etc are mentioned in traditional stories, but do not really exist

“The speaker uses “fabulous” to characterize the university study situation.”

hoary

a hoary joke, remark etc is so well-known that people no longer find it amusing or interesting

“During the university study discussion, “hoary” signals a particular quality.”

lilliputian

extremely small compared to the normal size of things

“During the university study discussion, “lilliputian” signals a particular quality.”

manikin

a model of the human body, used for teaching art or medicine

“A clear definition of the word “manikin” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

molten

molten metal or rock has been made into a liquid by being heated to a very high temperature

“During the university study discussion, “molten” signals a particular quality.”

moribund

a moribund organization, industry, etc is no longer active or effective and may be coming to an end

“The report describes the university study issue as moribund.”

mortality

the number of deaths during a particular period of time among a particular type or group of people

“The speaker used the word “mortality” while explaining the university study problem.”

orchestra

a large group of musicians playing many different kinds of instruments and led by a conductor

“A clear definition of the word “orchestra” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

pique

to make someone feel annoyed or upset, especially by ignoring them or making them look stupid

“In the university study discussion, the verb “pique” describes an action or change.”

recessive

a recessive gene is passed to children from their parents only if both parents have the gene

“The speaker uses “recessive” to characterize the university study situation.”

restitution

the act of giving back something that was lost or stolen to its owner, or of paying for damage

“Learners saw the word “restitution” while comparing two sides of the university study issue.”

rudiments

the most basic parts of a subject, which you learn first

“A clear definition of the word “rudiments” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

staple

a small piece of thin wire that is pushed into sheets of paper and bent over to hold them together

“The speaker used the word “staple” while explaining the university study problem.”

stunt

something that is done to attract people’s attention, especially in advertising or politics

“Learners saw the word “stunt” while comparing two sides of the university study issue.”

abhorrent

something that is abhorrent is completely unacceptable because it seems morally wrong

“The speaker uses “abhorrent” to characterize the university study situation.”

adroit

Someone who is adroit is quick and skilful in their thoughts, behaviour, or actions

“During the university study discussion, “adroit” signals a particular quality.”

altruism

when you care about or help other people, even though this brings no advantage to yourself

“The speaker used the word “altruism” while explaining the university study problem.”

antiquated

old-fashioned and not suitable for modern needs or conditions – used to show disapproval

“The report describes the university study issue as antiquated.”

audacious

showing great courage or confidence in a way that is impressive or slightly shocking

“Researchers describe the university study evidence as audacious.”

bulge

a curved mass on the surface of something, usually caused by something under or inside it

“A clear example helps learners use “bulge” in a sentence about the university study.”

canopy

a cover made of cloth that is fixed above a bed, seat etc as a decoration or as a shelter

“Learners saw the word “canopy” while comparing two sides of the university study issue.”

canyon

a deep valley with very steep sides of rock that usually has a river running through it

“The university study report includes a section on the word “canyon.””

charity

an organization that gives money, goods, or help to people who are poor, sick etc

“The university study report includes a section on the word “charity.””

corroborate

to provide information that supports or helps to prove someone else’s statement, idea etc

“Learners hear “corroborate” while following the university study explanation.”

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 university study.”

distinctive

having a special quality, character, or appearance that is different and easy to recognize

“Researchers describe the university study evidence as distinctive.”

elucidate

to explain something that is difficult to understand by providing more information

“In the university study discussion, the verb “elucidate” describes an action or change.”

engross

if something engrosses you, it interests you so much that you do not notice anything else

“The speaker explains how “engross” is used in a report about the university study.”

epitomize

to be a very typical example of something

“Learners hear “epitomize” while following the university study explanation.”

extrovert

someone who is active and confident, and who enjoys spending time with other people

“A clear definition of the word “extrovert” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

guzzle

to eat or drink a lot of something, eagerly and quickly – usually showing disapproval

“The speaker explains how “guzzle” is used in a report about the university study.”

immerse

to put someone or something deep into a liquid so that they are completely covered

“Learners hear “immerse” while following the university study explanation.”

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 university study topic.”

infection

a disease that affects a particular part of your body and is caused by bacteria or a virus

“A clear definition of the word “infection” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

intercept

to stop something or someone that is going from one place to another before they get there

“Learners hear “intercept” while following the university study explanation.”

nutrient

a chemical or food that provides what is needed for plants or animals to live and grow

“The speaker used the word “nutrient” while explaining the university study problem.”

oculist

a doctor who examines and treats people’s eyes

“A clear definition of the word “oculist” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

procrastinate

to delay doing something that you ought to do, usually because you do not want to do it

“A clear example helps learners use “procrastinate” in a sentence about the university study.”

recoil

to move back suddenly and quickly from something you do not like or are afraid of

“Learners hear “recoil” while following the university study explanation.”

retract

if you retract something that you said or agreed, you say that you did not mean it

“The speaker explains how “retract” is used in a report about the university study.”

stir

to move a liquid or substance around with a spoon or stick in order to mix it together

“Learners hear “stir” while following the university study explanation.”

swap

a situation in which you give something to someone and get another thing in return

“A clear definition of the word “swap” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

venom

a liquid poison that some snakes, insects etc produce when they bite or sting you

“The speaker used the word “venom” while explaining the university study problem.”

adjunct

something that is added or joined to something that is bigger or more important

“The speaker used the word “adjunct” while explaining the university study problem.”

allowance

an amount of money that you are given regularly or for a special purpose

“Learners saw the word “allowance” while comparing two sides of the university study issue.”

austere

someone who is austere is very strict and serious – used to show disapproval

“The speaker uses “austere” to characterize the university study situation.”

circumspect

thinking carefully about something before doing it, in order to avoid risk

“Researchers describe the university study evidence as circumspect.”

complementary

complementary things go well together, although they are usually different

“The report describes the university study issue as complementary.”

confirm

to show that something is definitely true, especially by providing more proof

“Learners hear “confirm” while following the university study explanation.”

dignity

the ability to behave in a calm controlled way even in a difficult situation

“The university study report includes a section on the word “dignity.””

ductile

ductile metals can be pressed or pulled into shape without needing to be heated

“Researchers describe the university study evidence as ductile.”

dupe

someone who is tricked, especially into becoming involved in something illegal

“Learners saw the word “dupe” while comparing two sides of the university study issue.”

embark

to go onto a ship or a plane, or to put or take something onto a ship or plane

“Learners hear “embark” while following the university study explanation.”

exile

to force someone to leave their country, especially for political reasons

“A clear example helps learners use “exile” in a sentence about the university study.”

extraneous

not belonging to or directly related to a particular subject or problem

“Researchers describe the university study evidence as extraneous.”

fraudulent

intended to deceive people in an illegal way, in order to gain money, power etc

“Researchers describe the university study evidence as fraudulent.”

homage

something you do to show respect for someone or something you think is important

“The speaker used the word “homage” while explaining the university study problem.”

indiscriminate

an indiscriminate action is done without thinking about what harm it might cause

“During the university study discussion, “indiscriminate” signals a particular quality.”

intrepid

willing to do dangerous things or go to dangerous places – often used humorously

“During the university study discussion, “intrepid” signals a particular quality.”

introvert

someone who is quiet and shy, and does not enjoy being with other people

“The speaker used the word “introvert” while explaining the university study problem.”

intuitive

an intuitive idea is based on a feeling rather than on knowledge or facts

“The speaker uses “intuitive” to characterize the university study situation.”

irresistible

so attractive, desirable etc that you cannot prevent yourself from wanting it

“The speaker uses “irresistible” to characterize the university study situation.”

negligence

failure to take enough care over something that you are responsible for

“The speaker used the word “negligence” while explaining the university study problem.”

oppressive

a situation that is oppressive makes you unhappy, worried, or uncomfortable

“The report describes the university study issue as oppressive.”

optimum

the best or most suitable for a particular purpose or in a particular situation

“During the university study discussion, “optimum” signals a particular quality.”

pensive

thinking a lot about something, especially because you are worried or sad

“Researchers describe the university study evidence as pensive.”

perfunctory

a perfunctory action is done quickly, and is only done because people expect it

“The speaker uses “perfunctory” to characterize the university study situation.”

prank

a trick, especially one which is played on someone to make them look silly

“The university study report includes a section on the word “prank.””

proportionate

Proportionate means the same as

“Researchers describe the university study evidence as proportionate.”

prospective

someone who is likely to do a particular thing or achieve a particular position

“The report describes the university study issue as prospective.”

pseudonym

an invented name that a writer, artist etc uses instead of their real name

“The university study report includes a section on the word “pseudonym.””

relinquish

to let someone else have your position, power, or rights, especially unwillingly

“In the university study discussion, the verb “relinquish” describes an action or change.”

retaliate

to do something bad to someone because they have done something bad to you

“A clear example helps learners use “retaliate” in a sentence about the university study.”

revoke

to officially state that a law, decision, or agreement is no longer effective

“In the university study discussion, the verb “revoke” describes an action or change.”

shuffle

to mix playing card s into a different order before playing a game with them

“The speaker explains how “shuffle” is used in a report about the university study.”

suspense

a feeling of excitement or anxiety when you do not know what will happen next

“Learners saw the word “suspense” while comparing two sides of the university study issue.”

tenant

someone who lives in a house, room etc and pays rent to the person who owns it

“Learners saw the word “tenant” while comparing two sides of the university study issue.”

accuracy

the ability to do something in an exact way without making a mistake

“A clear definition of the word “accuracy” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

adamant

determined not to change your opinion or a decision that you have made

“Researchers describe the university study evidence as adamant.”

anecdotal

consisting of short stories based on someone’s personal experience

“During the university study discussion, “anecdotal” signals a particular quality.”

apportion

to decide how something should be shared among various people

“In the university study discussion, the verb “apportion” describes an action or change.”

benefit

an advantage, improvement, or help that you get from something

“The speaker explains how “benefit” is used in a report about the university study.”

bereave

to deprive (of) something or someone valued, esp through death

“Learners hear “bereave” while following the university study explanation.”

caustic

a caustic substance can burn through things by chemical action

“The report describes the university study issue as caustic.”

clash

a short fight between two armies or groups – used in news reports

“A clear definition of the word “clash” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

commiserate

to express your sympathy for someone who is unhappy about something

“The speaker explains how “commiserate” is used in a report about the university study.”

congenial

pleasant in a way that makes you feel comfortable and relaxed

“The report describes the university study issue as congenial.”

cupidity

very strong desire for something, especially money or property

“A clear definition of the word “cupidity” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

debase

to make someone or something lose its value or people’s respect

“In the university study discussion, the verb “debase” describes an action or change.”

dehydrate

to remove the liquid from a substance such as food or a chemical

“Learners hear “dehydrate” while following the university study explanation.”

edify

to improve the morality, intellect, etc, of, esp by instruction

“The speaker explains how “edify” is used in a report about the university study.”

elude

to escape from someone or something, especially by tricking them

“A clear example helps learners use “elude” in a sentence about the university study.”

emanate

to produce a smell, light etc, or to show a particular quality

“A clear example helps learners use “emanate” in a sentence about the university study.”

empower

to give a person or organization the legal right to do something

“A clear example helps learners use “empower” in a sentence about the university study.”

engulf

if an unpleasant feeling engulfs you, you feel it very strongly

“The speaker explains how “engulf” is used in a report about the university study.”

ensconce

to settle yourself in a place where you feel comfortable and safe

“Learners hear “ensconce” while following the university study explanation.”

falsify

to change figures, records etc so that they contain false information

“Learners hear “falsify” while following the university study explanation.”

folklore

the traditional stories, customs etc of a particular area or country

“Learners saw the word “folklore” while comparing two sides of the university study issue.”

fortuitous

happening by chance, especially in a way that has a good result

“The report describes the university study issue as fortuitous.”

imbibe

to drink something, especially alcohol – sometimes used humorously

“In the university study discussion, the verb “imbibe” describes an action or change.”

imprint

the mark left by an object being pressed into or onto something

“A clear definition of the word “imprint” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

inert

not producing a chemical reaction when combined with other substances

“Researchers describe the university study evidence as inert.”

infuse

to fill something or someone with a particular feeling or quality

“Learners hear “infuse” while following the university study explanation.”

jog

to run slowly and steadily, especially as a way of exercising

“In the university study discussion, the verb “jog” describes an action or change.”

membrane

a very thin piece of skin that covers or connects parts of your body

“A clear definition of the word “membrane” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

muddle

to confuse one person or thing with another, and make a mistake

“A clear example helps learners use “muddle” in a sentence about the university study.”

orient

to find exactly where you are by looking around you or using a map

“The speaker explains how “orient” is used in a report about the university study.”

pest

a small animal or insect that destroys crops or food supplies

“The university study report includes a section on the word “pest.””

pollinate

to give a flower or plant pollen so that it can produce seeds

“In the university study discussion, the verb “pollinate” describes an action or change.”

potent

having a very powerful effect or influence on your body or mind

“Researchers describe the university study evidence as potent.”

prescribe

to state officially what should be done in a particular situation

“A clear example helps learners use “prescribe” in a sentence about the university study.”

probability

how likely something is, sometimes calculated in a mathematical way

“The speaker used the word “probability” while explaining the university study problem.”

random

happening or chosen without any definite plan, aim, or pattern

“The speaker uses “random” to characterize the university study situation.”

rejuvenate

to make something work much better or become much better again

“The speaker explains how “rejuvenate” is used in a report about the university study.”

stanza

a group of lines in a repeated pattern forming part of a poem

“The speaker used the word “stanza” while explaining the university study problem.”

stark

very plain in appearance, with little or no colour or decoration

“The speaker uses “stark” to characterize the university study situation.”

subsistence

the condition of only just having enough money or food to stay alive

“The university study report includes a section on the word “subsistence.””

swindle

a situation in which someone gets money by deceiving someone else

“Learners saw the word “swindle” while comparing two sides of the university study issue.”

synthesize

to make something by combining different things or substances

“Learners hear “synthesize” while following the university study explanation.”

tout

to try to persuade people to buy goods or services you are offering

“In the university study discussion, the verb “tout” describes an action or change.”

unwieldy

an unwieldy object is big, heavy, and difficult to carry or use

“The speaker uses “unwieldy” to characterize the university study situation.”

viscous

a viscous liquid is thick and sticky and does not flow easily

“The report describes the university study issue as viscous.”

wanton

deliberately harming someone or damaging something for no reason

“During the university study discussion, “wanton” signals a particular quality.”

alert

to make someone realize something important or dangerous

“In the university study discussion, the verb “alert” describes an action or change.”

antibiotic

a drug that is used to kill bacteria and cure infections

“Learners saw the word “antibiotic” while comparing two sides of the university study issue.”

beneficiary

someone who gets advantages from an action or change

“The speaker used the word “beneficiary” while explaining the university study problem.”

bleak

cold and without any pleasant or comfortable features

“During the university study discussion, “bleak” signals a particular quality.”

canary

a small yellow bird that people often keep as a pet

“Learners saw the word “canary” while comparing two sides of the university study issue.”

captivate

to attract someone very much, and hold their attention

“The speaker explains how “captivate” is used in a report about the university study.”

captive

someone who is kept as a prisoner, especially in a war

“The university study report includes a section on the word “captive.””

clot

a thick almost solid mass formed when blood or milk dries

“Learners saw the word “clot” while comparing two sides of the university study issue.”

colossal

used to emphasize that something is extremely large

“The report describes the university study issue as colossal.”

consultant

someone whose job is to give advice on a particular subject

“A clear definition of the word “consultant” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

culpable

a culpable action is one that is considered criminal

“The report describes the university study issue as culpable.”

detergent

a liquid or powder used for washing clothes, dishes etc

“Learners saw the word “detergent” while comparing two sides of the university study issue.”

discourteous

not polite, and not showing respect for other people

“The speaker uses “discourteous” to characterize the university study situation.”

dissentious

argumentative

“Researchers describe the university study evidence as dissentious.”

dose

the amount of a medicine or a drug that you should take

“A clear definition of the word “dose” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

empiricism

the belief in basing your ideas on practical experience

“Learners saw the word “empiricism” while comparing two sides of the university study issue.”

espouse

to support an idea, belief etc, especially a political one

“In the university study discussion, the verb “espouse” describes an action or change.”

expansion

the process of becoming greater in size, number, or amount

“The speaker used the word “expansion” while explaining the university study problem.”

fervent

believing or feeling something very strongly and sincerely

“Researchers describe the university study evidence as fervent.”

figurine

a small model of a person or animal used as a decoration

“The speaker used the word “figurine” while explaining the university study problem.”

glacial

relating to ice and glaciers, or formed by glaciers

“The speaker uses “glacial” to characterize the university study situation.”

glamorous

attractive, exciting, and related to wealth and success

“The speaker uses “glamorous” to characterize the university study situation.”

hypothetical

based on a situation that is not real, but that might happen

“Researchers describe the university study evidence as hypothetical.”

impose

to force someone to have the same ideas, beliefs etc as you

“The speaker explains how “impose” is used in a report about the university study.”

incongruous

strange, unexpected, or unsuitable in a particular situation

“The report describes the university study issue as incongruous.”

irate

If someone is irate, they are very angry about something

“The speaker uses “irate” to characterize the university study situation.”

lateral

relating to the sides of something, or movement to the side

“The speaker uses “lateral” to characterize the university study situation.”

merge

to combine, or to join things together to form one thing

“In the university study discussion, the verb “merge” describes an action or change.”

mite

a very small creature that lives in plants, carpet s etc

“A clear definition of the word “mite” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

pallid

very pale, especially in a way that looks weak or unhealthy

“Researchers describe the university study evidence as pallid.”

patriotism

Patriotism is love for your country and loyalty toward it

“The university study report includes a section on the word “patriotism.””

perennial

a plant that is perennial lives for more than two years

“Researchers describe the university study evidence as perennial.”

predatory

a predatory animal kills and eats other animals for food

“Researchers describe the university study evidence as predatory.”

prodigious

very large or great in a surprising or impressive way

“The speaker uses “prodigious” to characterize the university study situation.”

protagonist

the most important character in a play, film, or story

“Learners saw the word “protagonist” while comparing two sides of the university study issue.”

query

to express doubt about whether something is true or correct

“Learners hear “query” while following the university study explanation.”

relentless

strict, cruel, or determined, without ever stopping

“The speaker uses “relentless” to characterize the university study situation.”

repress

to stop yourself from doing something you want to do

“In the university study discussion, the verb “repress” describes an action or change.”

resplendent

very beautiful, bright, and impressive in appearance

“The report describes the university study issue as resplendent.”

sample

to taste food or drink in order to see what it is like

“Learners hear “sample” while following the university study explanation.”

spasmodic

happening for short irregular periods, not continuously

“During the university study discussion, “spasmodic” signals a particular quality.”

stationery

paper for writing letters, usually with matching envelopes

“Learners saw the word “stationery” while comparing two sides of the university study issue.”

staunch

to stop the flow of liquid, especially of blood from a wound

“Learners hear “staunch” while following the university study explanation.”

sterile

a person or animal that is sterile cannot produce babies

“The report describes the university study issue as sterile.”

stimulant

something that encourages more of a particular activity

“The speaker used the word “stimulant” while explaining the university study problem.”

strategy

a planned series of actions for achieving something

“A clear definition of the word “strategy” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

taunt

a remark or joke intended to make someone angry or upset

“The university study report includes a section on the word “taunt.””

tenure

the period of time when someone has an important job

“A clear definition of the word “tenure” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

terminus

the station or stop at the end of a railway or bus line

“A clear definition of the word “terminus” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

transmute

to change one substance or type of thing into another

“A clear example helps learners use “transmute” in a sentence about the university study.”

treatise

a serious book or article about a particular subject

“The speaker used the word “treatise” while explaining the university study problem.”

underscore

to emphasize the fact that something is important or true

“Learners hear “underscore” while following the university study explanation.”

virtuoso

someone who is a very skilful performer, especially in music

“A clear definition of the word “virtuoso” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

abdicate

to give up the position of being king or queen

“The speaker explains how “abdicate” is used in a report about the university study.”

acquaintance

someone you know, but who is not a close friend

“The speaker used the word “acquaintance” while explaining the university study problem.”

addition

the act of adding something to something else

“The university study report includes a section on the word “addition.””

antidote

a substance that stops the effects of a poison

“The university study report includes a section on the word “antidote.””

approve

to officially accept a plan, proposal etc

“The speaker explains how “approve” is used in a report about the university study.”

assimilation

the process of understanding and using new ideas

“The speaker used the word “assimilation” while explaining the university study problem.”

authorize

to give official permission for something

“A clear example helps learners use “authorize” in a sentence about the university study.”

belie

to give someone a false idea about something

“The speaker explains how “belie” is used in a report about the university study.”

benefactor

someone who gives money for a good purpose

“The speaker used the word “benefactor” while explaining the university study problem.”

blade

the flat cutting part of a tool or weapon

“The university study report includes a section on the word “blade.””

compassionate

feeling sympathy for people who are suffering

“Researchers describe the university study evidence as compassionate.”

congruent

congruent triangles are the same size and shape

“The speaker uses “congruent” to characterize the university study situation.”

copious

existing or being produced in large quantities

“Researchers describe the university study evidence as copious.”

devastate

to damage something very badly or completely

“The speaker explains how “devastate” is used in a report about the university study.”

expulsion

the act of forcing someone to leave a place

“A clear definition of the word “expulsion” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

forgo

to not do or have something pleasant or enjoyable

“The speaker explains how “forgo” is used in a report about the university study.”

gratify

to make someone feel pleased and satisfied

“Learners hear “gratify” while following the university study explanation.”

heed

to pay attention to someone’s advice or warning

“Learners hear “heed” while following the university study explanation.”

hone

a fine whetstone, esp for sharpening razors

“Learners saw the word “hone” while comparing two sides of the university study issue.”

liquefy

to become liquid, or make something become liquid

“A clear example helps learners use “liquefy” in a sentence about the university study.”

lounge

to stand, sit, or lie in a lazy or relaxed way

“Learners hear “lounge” while following the university study explanation.”

negate

to prevent something from having any effect

“In the university study discussion, the verb “negate” describes an action or change.”

organism

an animal, plant, human, or any other living thing

“The university study report includes a section on the word “organism.””

originate

to have the idea for something and start it

“Learners hear “originate” while following the university study explanation.”

panorama

an impressive view of a wide area of land

“A clear definition of the word “panorama” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

pathology

the study of the causes and effects of illnesses

“A clear definition of the word “pathology” helped the group discuss the university study topic.”

perishable

food that is perishable is likely to decay quickly

“During the university study discussion, “perishable” signals a particular quality.”

pliable

able to bend without breaking or cracking

“The speaker uses “pliable” to characterize the university study situation.”

posthumous

happening, printed etc after someone’s death

“During the university study discussion, “posthumous” signals a particular quality.”