C1 Advanced: Technology & digital life

The words

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

coherent

if a piece of writing, set of ideas etc is coherent, it is easy to understand because it is clear and reasonable

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

induce

to persuade someone to do something, especially something that does not seem wise

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

notify

to formally or officially tell someone about something

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

implication

a situation in which it is shown or suggested that someone or something is involved in a crime or a dishonest act

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

preside

to be in charge of a formal event, organization, ceremony etc

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

accord

a formal agreement between countries or groups

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

testimony

a formal statement saying that something is true, especially one a witness makes in a court of law

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

testify

to make a formal statement of what is true, especially in a court of law

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

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.”

download

to move information or programs from a computer network to a small computer

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

veil

a thin piece of material that women wear to cover their faces at formal occasions or for religious reasons

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

pressure

an attempt to persuade someone by using influence, arguments, or threats

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

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.”

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.”

e-commerce

the activity of buying and selling goods and services and doing other business activities using a computer and the Internet

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

formal

a dance at which you have to wear formal clothes

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

subordinate

someone who has a lower position and less authority than someone else in an organization

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

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.”

equivalent

having the same value, purpose, job etc as a person or thing of a different kind

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as equivalent.”

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.”

hypertext

a way of writing computer documents that makes it possible to move from one document to another by clicking on words or pictures, especially on the Internet

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

penalty

a punishment for breaking a law, rule, or legal agreement

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

courtesy

A courtesy call or a courtesy visit is a formal visit that you pay someone as a way of showing them politeness or respect

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as courtesy.”

hamper

to make it difficult for someone to do something

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

commodity

a product that is bought and sold

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

entice

to persuade someone to do something or go somewhere, usually by offering them something that they want

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

prescription

a piece of paper on which a doctor writes what medicine a sick person should have, so that they can get it from a pharmacist

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

orientation

the type of activity or subject that a person or organization seems most interested in and gives most attention to

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

compulsory

something that is compulsory must be done because it is the law or because someone in authority orders you to

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

endorse

to express formal support or approval for someone or something

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

insulate

to cover or protect something with a material that stops electricity, sound, heat etc from getting in or out

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

impulse

a sudden strong desire to do something without thinking about whether it is a sensible thing to do

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

oath

a formal promise to tell the truth in a court of law

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

patent

to obtain a special document giving you the right to make or sell a new invention or product

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

tribute

something that you say, do, or give in order to express your respect or admiration for someone

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

ultimate

someone’s ultimate aim is their main and most important aim, that they hope to achieve in the future

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

priority

the thing that you think is most important and that needs attention before anything else

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

adjacent

a room, building, piece of land etc that is adjacent to something is next to it

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as adjacent.”

beam

a long heavy piece of wood or metal used in building houses, bridges etc

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

breakdown

the failure of a relationship or system

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

compact

a small flat container with a mirror, containing powder for a woman’s face

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

pamphlet

a very thin book with paper covers, that gives information about something

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

analogy

something that seems similar between two situations, processes etc

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

hurricane

a storm that has very strong fast winds and that moves over water

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

rigorous

demanding that particular rules, processes, etc. are strictly followed

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as rigorous.”

subsidiary

a company that is owned or controlled by another larger company

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

transaction

a business deal or action, such as buying or selling something

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

trigger

to make something happen very quickly, especially a series of events

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

cereal

a breakfast food made from grain and usually eaten with milk

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

eject

to make someone leave a place or building by using force

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

transition

when something changes from one form or state to another

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

formidable

very powerful or impressive, and often frightening

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

fragile

weak and uncertain; easily destroyed or spoilt

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as fragile.”

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.”

magnitude

the great size or importance of something

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

propagate

to spread an idea, belief etc to many people

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

reclaim

to get back an amount of money that you have paid

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

absurd

completely stupid or unreasonable

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

assert

to state firmly that something is true

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

deliberate

to think about something very carefully

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

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.”

notorious

famous or well-known for something bad

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as notorious.”

adhere

to stick firmly to something

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

advertise

to tell the public about a product or service in order to persuade them to buy it

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

overwhelm

to have such a strong emotional effect on sb that it is difficult for them to resist or know how to react

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

proponent

someone who supports something or persuades people to do something

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

statute

a law passed by a parliament, council etc and formally written down

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

inspiration

a good idea about what you should do, write, say etc, especially one which you get suddenly

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

enlist

to persuade someone to help you to do something

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

estate

Someone's estate is all the money and property that they leave behind when they die

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

exceptional

Exceptional situations and incidents are unusual and only likely to happen infrequently

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

hatch

a hole in a ship or aircraft, usually used for loading goods, or the door that covers it

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

pirate

someone who sails on the seas, attacking other boats and stealing things from them

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

sensation

a feeling that you get from one of your five senses, especially the sense of touch

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

tender

to formally offer or show something to someone

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

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 digital service.”

identification

official papers or cards, such as your passport, that prove who you are

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

scrub

to rub something hard, especially with a stiff brush, in order to clean it

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

cluster

a group of things of the same kind that are very close together

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

plateau

a large area of flat land that is higher than the land around it

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

generate

to produce heat, electricity, or another form of energy

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

optimism

a tendency to believe that good things will always happen

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

trench

a long narrow hole dug into the surface of the ground

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

comply

to do what you have to do or are asked to do

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

insert

to put something inside or into something else

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

persuade

to make someone decide to do something, especially by giving them reasons why they should do it, or asking them many times to do it

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

recreation

an activity that you do for pleasure or amusement

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

convoluted

If you describe a sentence, idea, or system as convoluted, you mean that it is complicated and difficult to understand

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

deficiency

a lack of something that is necessary

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

humidity

the amount of water contained in the air

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

refrain

to not do something that you want to do

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

seduce

to persuade someone to have sex with you, especially in a way that is attractive and not too direct

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

nexus

a connection or network of connections between a number of people, things, or ideas

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

solidarity

loyalty and general agreement between all the people in a group, or between different groups, because they all have a shared aim

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

stitch

a short piece of thread that has been sewn into a piece of cloth, or the action of the thread going into and out of the cloth

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

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.”

treaty

a formal written agreement between two or more countries or governments

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

buttress

to support a system, idea, argument etc, especially by providing money

“In the digital service discussion, the verb “buttress” 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.”

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.””

antique

a piece of furniture, jewellery etc that was made a very long time ago and is therefore valuable

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

deficit

the difference between the amount of something that you have and the higher amount that you need

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

dissipate

to gradually become less or weaker before disappearing completely, or to make something do this

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

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.”

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.”

device

a machine or tool that does a special job

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

invalid

a contract, ticket, claim etc that is invalid is not legally or officially acceptable

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

remainder

the part of something that is left after everything else has gone or been dealt with

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

exile

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

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

complexity

the state of being complicated

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

distort

to report something in a way that is not completely true or correct

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

manifest

a list of passengers or goods carried on a ship, plane, or train

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

periodical

a magazine, especially one about a serious or technical subject

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

restrain

to stop someone from doing something, often by using physical force

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

reveal

to make known something that was previously secret or unknown

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

sheer

A sheer cliff or drop is extremely steep or completely vertical

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

complaint

a statement in which someone complains about something

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

compliment

a remark that shows you admire someone or something

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

duplicate

an exact copy of something that you can use in the same way

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

dwarf

to be so big that other things are made to seem very small

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

linear

consisting of lines, or in the form of a straight line

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

terminate

if something terminates, or if you terminate it, it ends

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

ambitious

determined to be successful, rich, powerful etc

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

bribe

to illegally give someone, especially a public official, money or a gift in order to persuade them to do something for you

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

discount

a reduction in the usual price of something

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

explicit

expressed in a way that is very clear and direct

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as explicit.”

obscure

to make something difficult to know or understand

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

pitch

to set up a tent or a camp for a short time

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

plausible

reasonable and likely to be true or successful

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

verify

to discover whether something is correct or true

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

dislocation

Dislocation is a situation in which something such as a system, process, or way of life is greatly disturbed or prevented from continuing as normal

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

sanction

to officially accept or allow something

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

bizarre

very unusual or strange

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

integrated

an integrated system, institution etc combines many different groups, ideas, or parts in a way that works well

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

deteriorate

to become worse

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

enhance

to improve something

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

ambiguous

something that is ambiguous is unclear, confusing, or not certain, especially because it can be understood in more than one way

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

chip

to remove something, especially something hard that is covering a surface, by hitting it with a tool so that small pieces break off

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

consolidate

to strengthen the position of power or success that you have, so that it becomes more effective or continues for longer

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

eclipse

to become more important, powerful, famous etc than someone or something else, so that they are no longer noticed

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

fuse

a short thin piece of wire inside electrical equipment which prevents damage by melting and stopping the electricity when there is too much power

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

inertia

the force that keeps an object in the same position or keeps it moving until it is moved or stopped by another force

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

mock

to laugh at someone or something and try to make them look stupid by saying unkind things about them or by copying them

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

postal

relating to the official system which takes letters from one place to another

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

subsidy

money that is paid by a government or organization to make prices lower, reduce the cost of producing goods etc

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

gland

an organ of the body which produces a substance that the body needs, such as hormones, sweat, or saliva

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

hide

to deliberately put or keep something or someone in a place where they cannot easily be seen or found

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

manipulate

to make someone think and behave exactly as you want them to, by skilfully deceiving or influencing them

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

nominal

a very small sum of money, especially when compared with what something would usually cost or what it is worth

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as nominal.”

petition

a written request signed by a lot of people, asking someone in authority to do something or change something

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

questionnaire

a written set of questions which you give to a large number of people in order to collect information

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

responsible

if someone is responsible for an accident, mistake, crime etc, it is their fault or they can be blamed

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as responsible.”

banquet

a formal dinner for many people on an important occasion

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

complexion

the natural colour or appearance of the skin on your face

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

elevate

to move someone or something to a more important level or rank, or make them better than before

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

embed

to put something firmly and deeply into something else, or to be put into something in this way

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

incur

if you incur a cost, debt, or a fine, you have to pay money because of something you have done

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

magnet

a piece of iron or steel that can stick to metal or make other metal objects move towards itself

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

precede

to happen or exist before something or someone, or to come before something else in a series

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

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.””

retail

the sale of goods in shops to customers, for their own use and not for selling to anyone else

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

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 digital service topic.”

cater

To cater to a group of people means to provide all the things that they need or want

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

client

someone who gets services or advice from a professional person, company, or organization

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

erosion

the process by which rock or soil is gradually destroyed by wind, rain, or the sea

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

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.”

juvenile

A juvenile is a child or young person who is not yet old enough to be regarded as an adult

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

orthodox

orthodox ideas, methods, or behaviour are accepted by most people to be correct and right

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

shrink

to become smaller, or to make something smaller, through the effects of heat or water

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

tempt

to make someone want to have or do something, even though they know they really should not

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

vulgar

remarks, jokes etc that are vulgar deal with sex in a very rude and offensive way

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

collide

to hit something or someone that is moving in a different direction from you

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

concede

to admit that something is true or correct, although you wish it were not true

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

contradict

to disagree with something, especially by saying that the opposite is true

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

cylinder

a shape, object, or container with circular ends and long straight sides

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

defendant

the person in a court of law who has been accused of doing something illegal

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

denounce

to express strong disapproval of someone or something, especially in public

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

dissuade

to persuade someone not to do something

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

diversion

a change in the direction or use of something, or the act of changing it

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

interact

if one thing interacts with another, or if they interact, they affect each other

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

lobby

a wide passage or large hall just inside the entrance to a public building

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

medieval

connected with the Middle Ages ( the period between about 1100 and 1500 AD )

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

neutral

a country, person, or group that is not involved in an argument or disagreement

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

presentation

the way in which something is said, offered, shown, or explained to others

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

qualitative

relating to the quality or standard of something rather than the quantity

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

shatter

to break suddenly into very small pieces, or to make something break in this way

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

terminology

the technical words or expressions that are used in a particular subject

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

asset

the things that a company owns, that can be sold to pay debts

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

batch

a group of people or things that arrive or are dealt with together

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

inflation

a continuing increase in prices, or the rate at which prices increase

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

intrinsic

being part of the nature or character of someone or something

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

opaque

opaque glass or liquid is difficult to see through and often thick

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

overlap

the amount by which two activities, ideas, things etc overlap

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

regiment

to organize and control people firmly and usually too strictly

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

repel

to make someone who is attacking you go away, by fighting them

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

subtle

not easy to notice or understand unless you pay careful attention

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

surplus

an amount of something that is more than what is needed or used

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

tariff

a tax on goods coming into a country or going out of a country

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

undermine

to gradually make someone or something less strong or effective

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

aggravate

to make a bad situation, an illness, or an injury worse

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

alleviate

to make something less painful or difficult to deal with

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

boost

to increase or improve something and make it more successful

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

gauge

an instrument for measuring the size or amount of something

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

hinder

to make it difficult for something to develop or succeed

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

marsh

an area of low flat ground that is always wet and soft

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

maturity

the quality of behaving in a sensible way like an adult

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

offspring

someone’s child or children – often used humorously

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

perimeter

the whole length of the border around an area or shape

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

recipe

a set of instructions for cooking a particular type of food

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

reject

to refuse to accept, believe in, or agree with something

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

sturdy

someone who is sturdy is strong, short, and healthy looking

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

surpass

to be even better or greater than someone or something else

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

toxic

containing poison, or caused by poisonous substances

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

aviation

the science or practice of flying in aircraft

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

corporate

belonging to or relating to a corporation

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

diminish

to become or make something become smaller or less

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

discern

to be able to see something by looking carefully

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

diverge

to separate and go in different directions

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

extinguish

to make a fire or light stop burning or shining

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

menace

a threatening quality, feeling, or way of behaving

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

negligible

too slight or unimportant to have any effect

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as negligible.”

propel

to move, drive, or push something forward

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

purchase

something you buy, or the act of buying it

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

reign

the period when someone is king, queen, or emperor

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

thermal

a rising current of warm air used by birds

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

versatile

someone who is versatile has many different skills

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

constituent

someone who votes in a particular area

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

cosmic

relating to space or the universe

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as cosmic.”

eternal

continuing for ever and having no end

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

fascinate

to attract or interest sb very much

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

legitimate

to make something official or legal

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

profound

having a strong influence or effect

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

robust

a robust person is strong and healthy

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

symmetry

the quality of being symmetrical

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

ascertain

to find out something

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

electrode

a small piece of metal or a wire that is used to send electricity through a system or through a person’s body

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

genetic

relating to genes or genetics

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

instantaneous

happening immediately

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

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.”

denote

to mean something

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

humanity

people in general

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

mansion

a very large house

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

ordinate

the vertical or y-coordinate of a point in a two-dimensional system of Cartesian coordinates

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

superb

extremely good

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

define

to describe something correctly and thoroughly, and to say what standards, limits, qualities etc it has that make it different from other things

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

reciprocal

a reciprocal arrangement or relationship is one in which two people or groups do or give the same things to each other

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

wedge

a piece of wood, metal etc that has one thick edge and one pointed edge and is used especially for keeping a door open or for splitting wood

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

elite

a group of people who have a lot of power and influence because they have money, knowledge, or special skills

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

forge

a large piece of equipment that produces high temperatures, used for heating and shaping metal objects

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

regime

a government, especially one that was not elected fairly or that you disapprove of for some other reason

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