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TOEIC Travel and logistics

Business Precision: Travel & logistics

More exact language for finance, operations, negotiation, and business decisions. Focus: travel & logistics.

Independent TOEIC study resource — not official exam material.

  • Teens and up
  • Travel & errands
  • Advanced · C1
  • 250 words

The words

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

inbound
An inbound flight is one that is arriving from another place
“During the travel plan discussion, “inbound” signals a particular quality.”
prudent
sensible and careful, especially by trying to avoid unnecessary risks
“Researchers describe the travel plan evidence as prudent.”
jeopardize
to risk losing or spoiling something important
“The speaker explains how “jeopardize” is used in a report about the travel plan.”
circumspect
thinking carefully about something before doing it, in order to avoid risk
“Researchers describe the travel plan evidence as circumspect.”
orientation
the type of activity or subject that a person or organization seems most interested in and gives most attention to
“The travel plan report includes a section on the word “orientation.””
expire
if a period of time when someone has a particular position of authority expires, it ends
“The speaker explains how “expire” is used in a report about the travel plan.”
cautious
careful to avoid danger or risks
“The speaker uses “cautious” to characterize the travel plan situation.”
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 travel plan topic.”
obscure
to make something difficult to know or understand
“A clear example helps learners use “obscure” in a sentence about the travel plan.”
bizarre
very unusual or strange
“During the travel plan discussion, “bizarre” signals a particular quality.”
congressional
A congressional policy, action, or person relates to the U.S. Congress.
“During the travel plan discussion, “congressional” signals a particular quality.”
pirate
someone who sails on the seas, attacking other boats and stealing things from them
“The speaker used the word “pirate” while explaining the travel plan problem.”
terminology
the technical words or expressions that are used in a particular subject
“The speaker used the word “terminology” while explaining the travel plan problem.”
preside
to be in charge of a formal event, organization, ceremony etc
“In the travel plan discussion, the verb “preside” describes an action or change.”
gauge
an instrument for measuring the size or amount of something
“The speaker used the word “gauge” while explaining the travel plan problem.”
maturity
the quality of behaving in a sensible way like an adult
“A clear definition of the word “maturity” helped the group discuss the travel plan topic.”
corporate
belonging to or relating to a corporation
“During the travel plan discussion, “corporate” signals a particular quality.”
lipoprotein
any of a group of proteins to which a lipid molecule is attached, important in the transport of lipids in the bloodstream
“The speaker used the word “lipoprotein” while explaining the travel plan problem.”
ailment
an illness that is not very serious
“Learners saw the word “ailment” while comparing two sides of the travel plan issue.”
undercapitalize
to provide or issue capital for (a commercial enterprise) in an amount insufficient for efficient operation
“In the travel plan discussion, the verb “undercapitalize” describes an action or change.”
odometer
an instrument in a vehicle that shows how many miles or kilometres the vehicle has travelled
“A clear definition of the word “odometer” helped the group discuss the travel plan topic.”
chaise
a light open horse-drawn carriage, esp one with two wheels designed for two passengers
“The speaker used the word “chaise” while explaining the travel plan problem.”
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 travel plan.”
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 travel plan issue.”
treasury
a government department that controls the money that the country collects and spends
“A clear definition of the word “treasury” helped the group discuss the travel plan topic.”
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 travel plan issue as coherent.”
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 travel plan.”
preflight
of or relating to the period just prior to a plane taking off
“The speaker uses “preflight” to characterize the travel plan situation.”
refuel
to fill a plane or vehicle with fuel before continuing a journey
“A clear example helps learners use “refuel” in a sentence about the travel plan.”
reversal
A reversal of a process, policy, or trend is a complete change in it
“The travel plan report includes a section on the word “reversal.””
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 travel plan topic.”
inherent
a quality that is inherent in something is a natural part of it and cannot be separated from it
“The speaker uses “inherent” to characterize the travel plan situation.”
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 travel plan problem.”
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 travel plan situation.”
induce
to persuade someone to do something, especially something that does not seem wise
“In the travel plan discussion, the verb “induce” describes an action or change.”
probe
a long thin metal instrument that doctors and scientists use to examine parts of the body
“The travel plan report includes a section on the word “probe.””
superficial
not studying or looking at something carefully and only seeing the most noticeable things
“During the travel plan discussion, “superficial” signals a particular quality.”
beam
a long heavy piece of wood or metal used in building houses, bridges etc
“The speaker used the word “beam” while explaining the travel plan problem.”
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 travel plan topic.”
pedestrian
someone who is walking, especially along a street or other place used by cars
“A clear definition of the word “pedestrian” helped the group discuss the travel plan topic.”
slump
to fall or lean against something because you are not strong enough to stand
“The speaker explains how “slump” is used in a report about the travel plan.”
analogy
something that seems similar between two situations, processes etc
“A clear definition of the word “analogy” helped the group discuss the travel plan topic.”
hurricane
a storm that has very strong fast winds and that moves over water
“The speaker used the word “hurricane” while explaining the travel plan problem.”
rigorous
demanding that particular rules, processes, etc. are strictly followed
“Researchers describe the travel plan evidence as rigorous.”
trigger
to make something happen very quickly, especially a series of events
“In the travel plan discussion, the verb “trigger” describes an action or change.”
velocity
the speed of something that is moving in a particular direction
“A clear definition of the word “velocity” helped the group discuss the travel plan topic.”
barren
land or soil that is barren has no plants growing on it
“Researchers describe the travel plan evidence as barren.”
cereal
a breakfast food made from grain and usually eaten with milk
“The travel plan 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 travel plan.”
extinct
an extinct type of animal or plant does not exist any more
“During the travel plan discussion, “extinct” signals a particular quality.”
fraction
a part of a whole number in mathematics, such as ½ or ¾
“Learners saw the word “fraction” while comparing two sides of the travel plan issue.”
implicit
suggested or understood without being stated directly
“During the travel plan discussion, “implicit” signals a particular quality.”
primitive
an artist who paints simple pictures like those of a child
“The speaker used the word “primitive” while explaining the travel plan problem.”
simultaneous
things that are simultaneous happen at exactly the same time
“The speaker uses “simultaneous” to characterize the travel plan situation.”
stationery
paper for writing letters, usually with matching envelopes
“Learners saw the word “stationery” while comparing two sides of the travel plan issue.”
transition
when something changes from one form or state to another
“A clear definition of the word “transition” helped the group discuss the travel plan topic.”
formidable
very powerful or impressive, and often frightening
“The speaker uses “formidable” to characterize the travel plan situation.”
fragile
weak and uncertain; easily destroyed or spoilt
“Researchers describe the travel plan evidence as fragile.”
magnitude
the great size or importance of something
“Learners saw the word “magnitude” while comparing two sides of the travel plan issue.”
paradigm
a very clear or typical example of something
“The speaker used the word “paradigm” while explaining the travel plan problem.”
propagate
to spread an idea, belief etc to many people
“A clear example helps learners use “propagate” in a sentence about the travel plan.”
absurd
completely stupid or unreasonable
“The speaker uses “absurd” to characterize the travel plan situation.”
assert
to state firmly that something is true
“Learners hear “assert” while following the travel plan explanation.”
buoyant
able to float or keep things floating
“Researchers describe the travel plan evidence as buoyant.”
deliberate
to think about something very carefully
“The speaker explains how “deliberate” is used in a report about the travel plan.”
emerge
to appear or come out from somewhere
“The speaker explains how “emerge” is used in a report about the travel plan.”
notorious
famous or well-known for something bad
“Researchers describe the travel plan evidence as notorious.”
quantum
a unit of energy in nuclear physics
“A clear definition of the word “quantum” helped the group discuss the travel plan topic.”
abeyance
something such as a custom, rule, or system that is in abeyance is not being used at the present time
“The travel plan report includes a section on the word “abeyance.””
adhere
to stick firmly to something
“The speaker explains how “adhere” is used in a report about the travel plan.”
detrimental
causing harm or damage
“The speaker uses “detrimental” to characterize the travel plan situation.”
errand
a short journey in order to do something for someone, for example delivering or collecting something for them
“The travel plan report includes a section on the word “errand.””
garment
a piece of clothing
“Learners saw the word “garment” while comparing two sides of the travel plan issue.”
divest
If you divest yourself of something that you own or are responsible for, you get rid of it or stop being responsible for it
“A clear example helps learners use “divest” in a sentence about the travel plan.”
siege
a situation in which an army or the police surround a place and try to gain control of it or force someone to come out of it
“The speaker used the word “siege” while explaining the travel plan problem.”
tour
a journey for pleasure, during which you visit several different towns, areas etc
“Learners hear “tour” while following the travel plan explanation.”
audacity
the quality of having enough courage to take risks or say impolite things
“The travel plan report includes a section on the word “audacity.””
hover
to stay nervously in the same place, especially because you are waiting for something or are not certain what to do
“In the travel plan discussion, the verb “hover” describes an action or change.”
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 travel plan problem.”
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 travel plan report includes a section on the word “inertia.””
renaissance
a new interest in something, especially a particular form of art, music etc, that has not been popular for a long period
“The travel plan report includes a section on the word “renaissance.””
spiral
a line in the form of a curve that winds around a central point, moving further away from the centre all the time
“A clear definition of the word “spiral” helped the group discuss the travel plan topic.”
affiliation
the connection or involvement that someone or something has with a political, religious etc organization
“Learners saw the word “affiliation” while comparing two sides of the travel plan issue.”
amputate
to cut off someone’s arm, leg, finger etc during a medical operation
“The speaker explains how “amputate” is used in a report about the travel plan.”
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 travel plan issue.”
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 travel plan.”
quarantine
to keep a person or animal apart from others for a period of time in case they are carrying a disease
“In the travel plan discussion, the verb “quarantine” describes an action or change.”
retrace
to repeat exactly the same journey that someone else has made
“Learners hear “retrace” while following the travel plan explanation.”
boycott
to refuse to buy something, use something, or take part in something as a way of protesting
“In the travel plan discussion, the verb “boycott” describes an action or change.”
inspiration
a good idea about what you should do, write, say etc, especially one which you get suddenly
“The travel plan report includes a section on the word “inspiration.””
exceptional
Exceptional situations and incidents are unusual and only likely to happen infrequently
“The report describes the travel plan issue as exceptional.”
hatch
a hole in a ship or aircraft, usually used for loading goods, or the door that covers it
“The travel plan report includes a section on the word “hatch.””
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 travel plan issue.”
orthodox
orthodox ideas, methods, or behaviour are accepted by most people to be correct and right
“During the travel plan discussion, “orthodox” signals a particular quality.”
sensation
a feeling that you get from one of your five senses, especially the sense of touch
“The travel plan report includes a section on the word “sensation.””
collide
to hit something or someone that is moving in a different direction from you
“In the travel plan 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 travel plan.”
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 travel plan.”
denounce
to express strong disapproval of someone or something, especially in public
“The speaker explains how “denounce” is used in a report about the travel plan.”
discrepancy
a difference between two amounts, details, reports etc that should be the same
“The speaker used the word “discrepancy” while explaining the travel plan problem.”
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 travel plan.”
lobby
a wide passage or large hall just inside the entrance to a public building
“The travel plan report includes a section on the word “lobby.””
medieval
connected with the Middle Ages ( the period between about 1100 and 1500 AD )
“During the travel plan 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 travel plan topic.”
plaintiff
someone who brings a legal action against another person in a court of law
“The speaker used the word “plaintiff” while explaining the travel plan problem.”
pusillanimous
frightened of taking even small risks
“The speaker uses “pusillanimous” to characterize the travel plan situation.”
charter
a statement of the principles, duties, and purposes of an organization
“The speaker used the word “charter” while explaining the travel plan problem.”
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 travel plan issue.”
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 travel plan topic.”
exaggerate
to make something seem better, larger, worse etc than it really is
“The speaker explains how “exaggerate” is used in a report about the travel plan.”
immune
someone who is immune to a particular disease cannot catch it
“During the travel plan discussion, “immune” signals a particular quality.”
intrinsic
being part of the nature or character of someone or something
“During the travel plan discussion, “intrinsic” signals a particular quality.”
litter
a group of baby animals that a mother gives birth to at the same time
“The travel plan report includes a section on the word “litter.””
outstrip
to do something better than someone else or be more successful
“Learners hear “outstrip” while following the travel plan explanation.”
plateau
a large area of flat land that is higher than the land around it
“The travel plan report includes a section on the word “plateau.””
portfolio
a large flat case used especially for carrying pictures, documents etc
“Learners saw the word “portfolio” while comparing two sides of the travel plan issue.”
regiment
to organize and control people firmly and usually too strictly
“A clear example helps learners use “regiment” in a sentence about the travel plan.”
resume
to start doing something again after stopping or being interrupted
“The speaker explains how “resume” is used in a report about the travel plan.”
statute
a law passed by a parliament, council etc and formally written down
“Learners saw the word “statute” while comparing two sides of the travel plan issue.”
aggravate
to make a bad situation, an illness, or an injury worse
“Learners hear “aggravate” while following the travel plan explanation.”
alleviate
to make something less painful or difficult to deal with
“A clear example helps learners use “alleviate” in a sentence about the travel plan.”
antedate
to come from an earlier time in history than something else
“Learners hear “antedate” while following the travel plan explanation.”
commensurate
matching something in size, quality, or length of time
“During the travel plan discussion, “commensurate” signals a particular quality.”
discharge
to send out gas, liquid, smoke etc, or to allow it to escape
“Learners hear “discharge” while following the travel plan explanation.”
generate
to produce heat, electricity, or another form of energy
“A clear example helps learners use “generate” in a sentence about the travel plan.”
hinder
to make it difficult for something to develop or succeed
“Learners hear “hinder” while following the travel plan explanation.”
increment
the amount by which a number, value, or amount increases
“The speaker used the word “increment” while explaining the travel plan problem.”
latitude
The latitude of a place is its distance from the equator.
“The travel plan report includes a section on the word “latitude.””
optimism
a tendency to believe that good things will always happen
“Learners saw the word “optimism” while comparing two sides of the travel plan issue.”
sturdy
someone who is sturdy is strong, short, and healthy looking
“During the travel plan discussion, “sturdy” signals a particular quality.”
toxic
containing poison, or caused by poisonous substances
“During the travel plan discussion, “toxic” signals a particular quality.”
trench
a long narrow hole dug into the surface of the ground
“The travel plan report includes a section on the word “trench.””
vegetation
Plants, trees, and flowers can be referred to as vegetation
“Learners saw the word “vegetation” while comparing two sides of the travel plan issue.”
aggressive
an aggressive disease spreads quickly in the body
“The report describes the travel plan issue as aggressive.”
comply
to do what you have to do or are asked to do
“In the travel plan discussion, the verb “comply” describes an action or change.”
decimal
a decimal system is based on the number 10
“During the travel plan discussion, “decimal” signals a particular quality.”
dexterity
skill and speed in doing something with your hands
“Learners saw the word “dexterity” while comparing two sides of the travel plan issue.”
diverge
to separate and go in different directions
“Learners hear “diverge” while following the travel plan explanation.”
divulge
to give someone information that should be secret
“In the travel plan discussion, the verb “divulge” describes an action or change.”
formaldehyde
a strong-smelling gas that can be mixed with water and used for preserving things such as dead animals to be used in science etc
“The travel plan report includes a section on the word “formaldehyde.””
insert
to put something inside or into something else
“The speaker explains how “insert” is used in a report about the travel plan.”
negligible
too slight or unimportant to have any effect
“Researchers describe the travel plan evidence as negligible.”
recreation
an activity that you do for pleasure or amusement
“The travel plan report includes a section on the word “recreation.””
reign
the period when someone is king, queen, or emperor
“The speaker used the word “reign” while explaining the travel plan problem.”
stowaway
A stowaway is a person who hides in a ship, aeroplane, or other vehicle in order to make a journey secretly or without paying
“A clear definition of the word “stowaway” helped the group discuss the travel plan topic.”
value-added
the difference between the total revenues of a firm, industry, etc, and its total purchases from other firms, industries, etc
“The travel plan report includes a section on the word “value-added.””
vertical
the direction of something that is vertical
“Learners saw the word “vertical” while comparing two sides of the travel plan issue.”
autarky
(esp of a political unit) a system or policy of economic self-sufficiency aimed at removing the need for imports
“The speaker used the word “autarky” while explaining the travel plan problem.”
authenticate
to prove that something is true or real
“A clear example helps learners use “authenticate” in a sentence about the travel plan.”
deficiency
a lack of something that is necessary
“A clear definition of the word “deficiency” helped the group discuss the travel plan topic.”
exchequer
The Exchequer is the department in the British government responsible for receiving, issuing, and accounting for money belonging to the state
“Learners saw the word “exchequer” while comparing two sides of the travel plan issue.”
humidity
the amount of water contained in the air
“The speaker used the word “humidity” while explaining the travel plan problem.”
refrain
to not do something that you want to do
“A clear example helps learners use “refrain” in a sentence about the travel plan.”
robust
a robust person is strong and healthy
“During the travel plan discussion, “robust” signals a particular quality.”
symmetry
the quality of being symmetrical
“Learners saw the word “symmetry” while comparing two sides of the travel plan issue.”
espousal
A government's or person's espousal of a particular policy, cause, or belief is their strong support of it
“The travel plan report includes a section on the word “espousal.””
genetic
relating to genes or genetics
“During the travel plan discussion, “genetic” signals a particular quality.”
instantaneous
happening immediately
“The report describes the travel plan issue as instantaneous.”
interdict
If an armed force interdicts something or someone, they stop them and prevent them from moving. If they interdict a route, they block it or cut it off.
“Learners hear “interdict” while following the travel plan explanation.”
travelogue
a film or piece of writing that describes travel in a particular country, or a particular person’s travels
“Learners saw the word “travelogue” while comparing two sides of the travel plan issue.”
convalesce
If you are convalescing, you are resting and getting your health back after an illness or operation
“A clear example helps learners use “convalesce” in a sentence about the travel plan.”
exogamy
the custom or an act of marrying a person belonging to another tribe, clan, or similar social unit
“Learners saw the word “exogamy” while comparing two sides of the travel plan issue.”
superb
extremely good
“The speaker uses “superb” to characterize the travel plan situation.”
faction
a small group of people within a larger group, who have different ideas from the other members, and who try to get their own ideas accepted
“The travel plan report includes a section on the word “faction.””
off-the-shelf
already made and available in shops rather than being designed especially for a customer
“The report describes the travel plan issue as off-the-shelf.”
solidarity
loyalty and general agreement between all the people in a group, or between different groups, because they all have a shared aim
“The travel plan 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 travel plan topic.”
yaw
if a ship, aircraft etc yaws, it turns away from the direction it should be travelling in
“The speaker explains how “yaw” is used in a report about the travel plan.”
botulism
serious food poisoning caused by bacteria in preserved meat and vegetables
“A clear definition of the word “botulism” helped the group discuss the travel plan topic.”
domain
an area of activity, interest, or knowledge, especially one that a particular person, organization etc deals with
“The travel plan report includes a section on the word “domain.””
slick
if something is slick, it is done in a skilful and attractive way and seems expensive, but it often contains no important or interesting ideas
“Researchers describe the travel plan evidence as slick.”
arbitrageur
In finance, an arbitrager is someone who buys currencies, securities, or commodities on one country's market in order to make money by immediately selling them at a profit on another country's market
“The travel plan report includes a section on the word “arbitrageur.””
coalition
a union of two or more political parties that allows them to form a government or fight an election together
“Learners saw the word “coalition” while comparing two sides of the travel plan issue.”
diploma
a document showing that a student has successfully completed their high school or university education
“Learners saw the word “diploma” while comparing two sides of the travel plan issue.”
incision
a neat cut made into something, especially during a medical operation
“The travel plan report includes a section on the word “incision.””
infringement
An infringement is an action or situation that interferes with your rights and the freedom you are entitled to
“Learners saw the word “infringement” while comparing two sides of the travel plan issue.”
innovative
an innovative idea or way of doing something is new, different, and better than those that existed before
“During the travel plan discussion, “innovative” signals a particular quality.”
microprocessor
the central chip in a computer, which controls most of its operations
“Learners saw the word “microprocessor” while comparing two sides of the travel plan issue.”
missile
a weapon that can fly over long distances and that explodes when it hits the thing it has been aimed at
“Learners saw the word “missile” while comparing two sides of the travel plan issue.”
prudence
a sensible and careful attitude that makes you avoid unnecessary risks
“Learners saw the word “prudence” while comparing two sides of the travel plan issue.”
segregate
to separate one group of people from others, especially because they are of a different race, sex, or religion
“A clear example helps learners use “segregate” in a sentence about the travel plan.”
attune
to adjust or accustom (a person or thing); acclimatize
“The speaker explains how “attune” is used in a report about the travel plan.”
caution
the quality of being very careful to avoid danger or risks
“A clear definition of the word “caution” helped the group discuss the travel plan topic.”
clarity
the clarity of a piece of writing, law, argument etc is its quality of being expressed clearly
“The travel plan report includes a section on the word “clarity.””
elicit
to succeed in getting information or a reaction from someone, especially when this is difficult
“Learners hear “elicit” while following the travel plan explanation.”
eta
the time when a plane, ship etc is expected to arrive
“Learners saw the word “eta” while comparing two sides of the travel plan issue.”
pragmatic
dealing with problems in a sensible practical way instead of strictly following a set of ideas
“The report describes the travel plan issue as pragmatic.”
remnant
a small part of something that remains after the rest of it has been used, destroyed, or eaten
“The speaker used the word “remnant” while explaining the travel plan problem.”
simulate
to make or produce something that is not real but has the appearance or feeling of being real
“In the travel plan discussion, the verb “simulate” describes an action or change.”
compress
to press something or make it smaller so that it takes up less space, or to become smaller
“In the travel plan discussion, the verb “compress” describes an action or change.”
cynical
unwilling to believe that people have good, honest, or sincere reasons for doing something
“During the travel plan discussion, “cynical” signals a particular quality.”
encroach
to gradually take more of someone’s time, possessions, rights etc than you should
“A clear example helps learners use “encroach” in a sentence about the travel plan.”
kernel
the part of a nut or seed inside the shell, or the part inside the stone of some fruits
“The speaker used the word “kernel” while explaining the travel plan problem.”
particular
a particular thing or person is the one that you are talking about, and not any other
“During the travel plan discussion, “particular” signals a particular quality.”
permeate
if liquid, gas etc permeates something, it enters it and spreads through every part of it
“A clear example helps learners use “permeate” in a sentence about the travel plan.”
reconcile
to have a good relationship again with someone after you have quarrelled with them
“In the travel plan discussion, the verb “reconcile” describes an action or change.”
scrupulous
Someone who is scrupulous takes great care to do what is fair, honest, or morally right
“The speaker uses “scrupulous” to characterize the travel plan situation.”
wanderlust
a strong desire to travel to different places
“The speaker used the word “wanderlust” while explaining the travel plan problem.”
aggregate
the total after a lot of different figures or points have been added together
“A clear definition of the word “aggregate” helped the group discuss the travel plan topic.”
avalanche
a large mass of snow, ice, and rocks that falls down the side of a mountain
“A clear definition of the word “avalanche” helped the group discuss the travel plan topic.”
chary
unwilling to risk doing something
“During the travel plan discussion, “chary” signals a particular quality.”
deflect
to change direction or make sth change direction, especially after hitting sth
“A clear example helps learners use “deflect” in a sentence about the travel plan.”
dilute
a dilute liquid has been made weaker by the addition of water or another liquid
“During the travel plan discussion, “dilute” signals a particular quality.”
dormant
not active or not growing at the present time but able to be active later
“The speaker uses “dormant” to characterize the travel plan situation.”
exile
to force someone to leave their country, especially for political reasons
“A clear example helps learners use “exile” in a sentence about the travel plan.”
impede
to make it difficult for someone or something to move forward or make progress
“In the travel plan discussion, the verb “impede” describes an action or change.”
intersection
a place where roads, lines etc cross each other, especially where two roads meet
“A clear definition of the word “intersection” helped the group discuss the travel plan topic.”
intrigue
to make secret plans to harm someone or make them lose their position of power
“A clear example helps learners use “intrigue” in a sentence about the travel plan.”
optimum
the best or most suitable for a particular purpose or in a particular situation
“During the travel plan discussion, “optimum” signals a particular quality.”
overt
An overt action or attitude is done or shown in an open and obvious way
“The report describes the travel plan issue as overt.”
rudimentary
a rudimentary knowledge or understanding of a subject is very simple and basic
“The report describes the travel plan issue as rudimentary.”
sedentary
spending a lot of time sitting down, and not moving or exercising very much
“During the travel plan discussion, “sedentary” signals a particular quality.”
solvency
A person's or organization's solvency is their ability to pay their debts
“A clear definition of the word “solvency” helped the group discuss the travel plan topic.”
stun
to surprise or upset someone so much that they do not react immediately
“Learners hear “stun” while following the travel plan explanation.”
surge
a sudden quick movement of a liquid, electricity, chemical etc through something
“Learners saw the word “surge” while comparing two sides of the travel plan 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 travel plan issue.”
crude
not exact or without any detail, but generally correct and useful
“During the travel plan discussion, “crude” signals a particular quality.”
diversify
to change something or to make it change so that there is more variety
“The speaker explains how “diversify” is used in a report about the travel plan.”
erode
to gradually reduce something such as someone’s power or confidence
“A clear example helps learners use “erode” in a sentence about the travel plan.”
frisky
full of energy and fun
“The report describes the travel plan issue as frisky.”
malleable
something that is malleable is easy to press or pull into a new shape
“During the travel plan discussion, “malleable” signals a particular quality.”
peart
lively; spirited; brisk
“The report describes the travel plan issue as peart.”
restrain
to stop someone from doing something, often by using physical force
“In the travel plan discussion, the verb “restrain” describes an action or change.”
scrape
a mark or slight injury caused by rubbing against a rough surface
“Learners saw the word “scrape” while comparing two sides of the travel plan issue.”
strip
to remove something that is covering the surface of something else
“Learners hear “strip” while following the travel plan explanation.”
terrestrial
relating to the Earth rather than to the moon or other planets
“The speaker uses “terrestrial” to characterize the travel plan situation.”
advent
the time when something first begins to be widely used
“Learners saw the word “advent” while comparing two sides of the travel plan issue.”
arithmetic
the science of numbers involving adding, multiplying etc
“Learners saw the word “arithmetic” while comparing two sides of the travel plan issue.”
brochure
a thin book giving information or advertising something
“Learners saw the word “brochure” while comparing two sides of the travel plan issue.”
compliment
a remark that shows you admire someone or something
“The travel plan report includes a section on the word “compliment.””
deplete
To deplete a stock or amount of something means to reduce it
“A clear example helps learners use “deplete” in a sentence about the travel plan.”
dwindle
to gradually become less and less or smaller and smaller
“A clear example helps learners use “dwindle” in a sentence about the travel plan.”
entity
something that exists as a single and complete unit
“The speaker used the word “entity” while explaining the travel plan problem.”
excavate
to make a hole in the ground by digging up soil etc
“The speaker explains how “excavate” is used in a report about the travel plan.”
galaxy
one of the large groups of stars that make up the universe
“Learners saw the word “galaxy” while comparing two sides of the travel plan issue.”
gravel
small stones, used to make a surface for paths, roads etc
“The speaker used the word “gravel” while explaining the travel plan problem.”
ignite
to start burning, or to make something start burning
“In the travel plan discussion, the verb “ignite” describes an action or change.”
mandatory
if something is mandatory, the law says it must be done
“During the travel plan discussion, “mandatory” signals a particular quality.”
obstacle
something that makes it difficult to achieve some­thing
“The speaker used the word “obstacle” while explaining the travel plan problem.”
peregrination
a long journey
“A clear definition of the word “peregrination” helped the group discuss the travel plan topic.”
pertinent
directly relating to something that is being considered
“The speaker uses “pertinent” to characterize the travel plan situation.”
rupture
an occasion when something suddenly breaks apart or bursts
“A clear definition of the word “rupture” helped the group discuss the travel plan topic.”
sediment
solid substances that settle at the bottom of a liquid
“The speaker used the word “sediment” while explaining the travel plan problem.”
accord
a formal agreement between countries or groups
“The travel plan report includes a section on the word “accord.””
acoustic
relating to sound and the way people hear things
“During the travel plan discussion, “acoustic” signals a particular quality.”
ample
large in a way that is attractive or pleasant
“During the travel plan discussion, “ample” signals a particular quality.”
amplify
to make sound louder, especially musical sound
“Learners hear “amplify” while following the travel plan explanation.”
catholic
A Catholic is a member of the Catholic Church
“A clear definition of the word “catholic” helped the group discuss the travel plan topic.”
classify
to decide what group something belongs to
“Learners hear “classify” while following the travel plan explanation.”
deduct
to take away an amount or part from a total
“The speaker explains how “deduct” is used in a report about the travel plan.”