Literacy: Education & campus

The words

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

education

the process of teaching and learning, usually at school, college, or university

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

graduation

the time when you complete a university degree course or your education at an American high school

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

seminar

a class at a university or college for a small group of students and a teacher to study or discuss a particular subject

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

educate

to teach a child at a school, college, or university

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

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 university study issue.”

teach

to give lessons in a school, college, or university, or to help someone learn about something by giving them information

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

academic

relating to education, especially at college or university level

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

illiterate

someone who is illiterate has not learned to read or write

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

syllabus

a plan that states exactly what students at a school or college should learn in a particular subject

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

literacy

the state of being able to read and write

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

lecture

a long talk on a particular subject that someone gives to a group of people, especially to students in a university

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

campus

the land and buildings of a university or college, including the buildings where students live

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

undergraduate

a student at college or university, who is working for their first degree

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

extracurricular

extracurricular activities are not part of the course that a student is doing at a school or college

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

university

an educational institution at the highest level, where you study for a degree

“In this university study, the word “university” helps express a precise idea.”

student

someone who is studying at a university, school etc

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

secondary

the education, teaching etc of children between the ages of 11 and 16 or 18

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

qualification

if you have a qualification, you have passed an examination or course to show you have a particular level of skill or knowledge in a subject

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

dictation

a piece of writing that a teacher reads out to test your ability to hear and write the words correctly

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

cite

to mention something as an example, especially one that supports, proves, or explains an idea or situation

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

thesis

a long piece of writing about a particular subject that you do as part of an advanced university degree such as an MA or a PhD

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

methodology

A methodology is a system of methods and principles for doing something, for example for teaching or for carrying out research

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

commencement

a ceremony at which university, college, or high school students receive their diplomas

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

enrolment

the process of arranging to join a school, university, course etc

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

scheme

an official plan that is intended to help people in some way, for example by providing education or training

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

drill

a method of teaching students, sports players etc something by making them repeat the same lesson, exercise etc many times

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

freshman

a student in the first year of high school or university

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

illiteracy

Illiteracy is the state of not knowing how to read or write

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

study

to learn about a subject at school, university etc

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

essay

a short piece of writing about a particular subject by a student as part of a course of study

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

comparative

the comparative form of an adjective or adverb shows an increase in size, quality, degree etc when it is considered in relation to something else. For example, ‘bigger’ is the comparative form of ‘big’, and ‘more slowly’ is the comparative form of ‘slowly’.

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

signature

your name written in the way you usually write it, for example at the end of a letter, or on a cheque etc, to show that you have written it

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

graduate

to obtain a degree, especially a first degree, from a college or university

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

degree

a unit for measuring temperature. It can be shown as a symbol after a number. For example, 70° means 70 degrees.

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

enter

to start working in a particular profession or organization, or to start studying at a school or university

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

college

a school for advanced education, especially in a particular profession or skill

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

filament

A filament is a very thin piece or thread of something, for example, the piece of wire inside a light bulb

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

dissertation

a long piece of writing on a particular subject, especially one written for a university degree

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

inordinate

If you describe something as inordinate, you are emphasizing that it is unusually or excessively great in amount or degree

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

textbook

a book that contains information about a subject that people study, especially at school or college

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

school

to train or teach someone to have a certain skill, type of behaviour, or way of thinking

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

simile

an expression that describes something by comparing it with something else, using the words ‘as’ or ‘like’, for example ‘as white as snow’

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

postgraduate

someone who is studying at a university to get a master’s degree or a phd

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

educator

a teacher or someone involved in the process of educating people

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

errant

Errant is used to describe someone whose actions are considered unacceptable or wrong by other people. For example, an errant husband is unfaithful to his wife.

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

homework

work that a student at school is asked to do at home

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

original

a work of art or a document that is not a copy, but is the one produced by the writer or artist

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

teacher

someone whose job is to teach, especially in a school

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

truant

a student who stays away from school without permission

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

alumnus

a former student of a school, college etc

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

discipline

a way of training someone so that they learn to control their behaviour and obey rules

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

specimen

a small amount or piece that is taken from something, so that it can be tested or examined

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

coed

a woman student at a university

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

scholastic

relating to schools or teaching

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

demonstrate

to show or describe how to do something or how something works

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

principal

someone who is in charge of a school

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

process

to make food, materials, or goods ready to be used or sold, for example by preserving or improving them in some way

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

example

a specific fact, idea, person, or thing that is used to explain or support a general idea, or to show what is typical of a larger group

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

catalogue

a complete list of things that you can look at, buy, or use, for example in a library or at an art show

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

instinct

a natural tendency to behave in a particular way or a natural ability to know something, which is not learned

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

solemn

very serious and not happy, for example because something bad has happened or because you are at an important occasion

“Researchers describe the university study evidence as solemn.”

string

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

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

vital

the signs that show someone is alive, for example breathing and body temperature

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

proceed

to continue to do something that has already been planned or started

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

witness

someone who sees a crime or an accident and can describe what happened

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

acquisition

the process by which you gain knowledge or learn a skill

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

anticipate

to expect that something will happen and be ready for it

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

contact

to communicate with sb, for example by telephone or letter

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

aggressive

an aggressive disease spreads quickly in the body

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

Mount

to increase gradually in amount or degree

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

classmate

a member of the same class in a school, college or – in the US – a university

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

challenger

A challenger is someone who competes with you for a position or title that you already have, for example being a sports champion or a political leader

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

context

the situation, events, or information that are related to something and that help you to understand it

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

dormitory

a large building at a college or university where students live

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

homogeneous

Homogeneous is used to describe a group or thing which has members or parts that are all the same

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

inspiration

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

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

headmaster

a male teacher who is in charge of a school

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

levy

A levy is a sum of money that you have to pay, for example, as a tax to the government

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

myth

an ancient story, especially one invented in order to explain natural or historical events

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

nickel

a hard silver-white metal that is often combined with other metals, for example to make steel. It is a chemical element: symbol Ni

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

probe

a long thin metal instrument that doctors and scientists use to examine parts of the body

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

rampant

a plant that is rampant grows and spreads quickly, in a way that is difficult to control

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

cognitive

related to the process of knowing, understanding, and learning something

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

plague

a disease that causes death and spreads quickly to a large number of people

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

likelihood

the degree to which something can reasonably be expected to happen

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

prolific

a prolific artist, writer etc produces many works of art, books etc

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

script

The person who scripts a movie or a radio or television play writes it

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

embody

to be a very good example of an idea or quality

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

portray

to describe or represent something or someone

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

propagate

to spread an idea, belief etc to many people

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

readily

quickly, willingly, and without complaining

“The team responded readily when the university study plan changed.”

supplementary

provided in addition to what already exists

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

housemaster

a male teacher who is in charge of one of the houses (= groups of children of different ages ) in a school

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

don

a university teacher, especially one who teaches at the universities of Oxford or Cambridge

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

schoolmaster

a male teacher, especially in a private school (= one that parents pay to send their children to )

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

schoolmistress

a female teacher, especially in a private school (= one that parents pay to send their children to )

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

matriculate

to officially begin studying at a university or, in the US, at a school or college

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

proctor

someone who watches students in an examination to make sure that they do not cheat

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

tutorial

a period of teaching and discussion with a tutor, especially in a British university

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

honorary

an honorary title, rank, or university degree is given to someone as an honour

“Researchers describe the university study evidence as honorary.”

scrawl

to write in a careless and untidy way, so that your words are not easy to read

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

sophomore

a student who is in their second year of study at a college or high school

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

coeducation

a system in which students of both sexes are educated together

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

dunce

If you say that someone is a dunce, you think they are stupid because they find it difficult or impossible to learn what someone is trying to teach them

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

substitute

someone who does someone else’s job for a limited period of time, especially in a sports team or school

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

apply

to make a formal request, usually written, for something such as a job, a place at a university, or permission to do something

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

draft

to write a plan, letter, report etc that will need to be changed before it is in its finished form

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

fresher

a student who has just started at a college or university

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

initial

to write your initials on a document to make it official or to show that you agree with something

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

lecturer

someone who gives lectures, especially in a university

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

display

a part of a piece of equipment that shows information, for example a computer screen

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

environmentalism

Environmentalism is used to describe actions and policies that show a concern with protecting and preserving the natural environment, for example, by preventing pollution

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

headmistress

a female teacher who is in charge of a school

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

penetrate

to enter something and pass or spread through it, especially when this is difficult

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

schoolroom

a room used for teaching in a small school

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

somewhat

You use somewhat to indicate that something is the case to a limited extent or degree

“The speaker explained the university study change somewhat.”

unschooled

An unschooled person has had no formal education

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

balance

a state in which all your weight is evenly spread so that you do not fall

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

doctorate

a university degree of the highest level

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

hostile

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

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

masterpiece

a work of art, a piece of writing or music etc that is of very high quality or that is the best that a particular artist, writer etc has produced

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

spare

an additional thing, for example a key, that you keep so that it is available

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

educable

able to learn or be educated

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

keen

someone who is keen is eager to work or learn, and enjoys doing it

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

liquid

a substance that is not a solid or a gas, for example water or milk

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

illustrate

to make the meaning of something clearer by giving examples

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

dictate

to say words for someone else to write down

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

review

a careful examination of a situation or process

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

aptitude

Someone's aptitude for a particular kind of work or activity is their ability to learn it quickly and to do it well

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

curriculum

the subjects that are taught by a school, college etc, or the things that are studied in a particular subject

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

fit

to put a piece of equipment into a place, or a new part onto a machine, so that it is ready to be used

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

fountain

a structure from which water is pushed up into the air, used for example as decoration in a garden or park

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

ribbon

a narrow piece of attractive cloth that you use, for example, to tie your hair or hold things together

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

salvage

to save something from an accident or bad situation in which other things have already been damaged, destroyed, or lost

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

scan

to examine an area carefully but quickly, often because you are looking for a particular person or thing

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

weave

to make cloth, a carpet, a basket etc by crossing threads or thin pieces under and over each other by hand or on a loom

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

caption

A caption is the words printed underneath a picture or cartoon which explain what it is about

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

expertise

special skills or knowledge in a particular subject, that you learn by experience or training

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

flour

a powder that is made by crushing wheat or other grain and is used for making bread, cakes etc

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

sour

having a sharp acid taste, like the taste of a lemon or a fruit that is not ready to be eaten

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

statement

something you say or write, especially publicly or officially, to let people know your intentions or opinions, or to record facts

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

textile

any type of woven cloth that is made in large quantities, used especially by people in the business of making clothes etc

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

academy

an official organization which encourages the development of literature, art, science etc

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

angle

the space between two straight lines or surfaces that join each other, measured in degrees

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

fierce

a fierce person or animal is angry or ready to attack, and looks very frightening

“Researchers describe the university study evidence as fierce.”

install

to put a piece of equipment somewhere and connect it so that it is ready to be used

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

pick

to choose a person or thing, for example because they are the best or most suitable

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

verbal

a word that has been formed from a verb, for example a gerund, infinitive, or participle

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

decipher

to find the meaning of something that is difficult to read or understand

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

flush

to become red in the face, for example when you are angry or embarrassed

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

journalist

someone who writes news reports for newspapers, magazines, television, or radio

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

odd

a number that cannot be divided exactly by two, for example 1, 3, 5, 7 etc

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

presentation

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

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

tap

to hit your fingers lightly on something, for example to get someone’s attention

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

vanish

to disappear suddenly, especially in a way that cannot be easily explained

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

widespread

existing or happening in many places or situations, or among many people

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

Christian

A Christian is someone who follows the teachings of Jesus Christ

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

dread

a strong fear of something that is going to happen or may happen

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

faculty

a department or group of related departments within a university

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

primary

relating to the education of children between 5 and 11 years old

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

density

the degree to which an area is filled with people or things

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

disseminate

to spread information or ideas to as many people as possible

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

intelligence

the ability to learn, understand, and think about things

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

loom

a frame or machine on which thread is woven into cloth

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

profession

a job that needs a high level of education and training

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

put

to say or write something using words in a particular way

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

slice

to cut meat, bread, vegetables etc into thin flat pieces

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

idiom

a group of words that has a special meaning that is different from the ordinary meaning of each separate word. For example, ‘under the weather’ is an idiom meaning ‘ill’.

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

paradigm

a very clear or typical example of something

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

propose

to suggest something as a plan or course of action

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

crust

the hard brown outer surface of bread

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

extensive

large in size, amount, or degree

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

pass

a successful result in an examination

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

pension

an amount of money paid regularly by the government or company to someone who does not work any more, for example because they have reached the age when people stop working or because they are ill

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

academician

a member of an official organization which encourages the development of literature, art, science etc

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

communicative

Someone who is communicative talks to people, for example about their feelings, and tells people things

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

dizzy

feeling unable to stand steadily, for example because you are looking down from a high place or because you are ill

“Researchers describe the university study evidence as dizzy.”

genre

a particular type of art, writing, music etc, which has certain features that all examples of this type share

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

harass

to make someone’s life unpleasant, for example by frequently saying offensive things to them or threatening them

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

historian

A historian is a person who specializes in the study of history, and who writes books and articles about it

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

outrageous

If you describe something as outrageous, you are emphasizing that it is unacceptable or very shocking

“Researchers describe the university study evidence as outrageous.”

overflow

the amount of something or the number of people that cannot be contained in a place because it is already full

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

pant

to breathe quickly with short noisy breaths, for example because you have been running or because it is very hot

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

slot

A slot is a narrow opening in a machine or container, for example, a hole that you put coins in to make a machine work

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

vocabulary

a list of words with explanations of their meanings, especially in a book for learning a foreign language

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

allegory

a story, painting etc in which the events and characters represent ideas or teach a moral lesson

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

archaeology

the study of ancient societies by examining what remains of their buildings, grave s , tools etc

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

civilian

In a military situation, civilian is used to describe people or things that are not military

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

depict

to describe something or someone in writing or speech, or to show them in a painting, picture etc

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

esoteric

If you describe something as esoteric, you mean it is known, understood, or appreciated by only a small number of people

“Researchers describe the university study evidence as esoteric.”

generalize

to form a general principle or opinion after considering only a small number of facts or examples

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

introductory

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

“Researchers describe the university study evidence as introductory.”

nonchalant

If you describe someone as nonchalant, you mean that they appear not to worry or care about things and that they seem very calm

“Researchers describe the university study evidence as nonchalant.”

peripheral

a piece of equipment that is connected to a computer and used with it, for example a printer

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

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 university study issue.”

realism

the style of art and literature in which things, especially unpleasant things, are shown or described as they really are in life

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

spider

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

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

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 university study topic.”

texture

the way a surface or material feels when you touch it, especially how smooth or rough it is

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

boon

You can describe something as a boon when it makes life better or easier for someone

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

censor

to examine books, films, letters etc to remove anything that is considered offensive, morally harmful, or politically dangerous etc

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

disciple

someone who believes in the ideas of a great teacher or leader, especially a religious one

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

motto

a short sentence or phrase giving a rule on how to behave, which expresses the aims or beliefs of a person, school, or institution

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

patron

someone who supports the activities of an organization, for example by giving money

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

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 university study.”

savage

an offensive word used to describe people who have a simple traditional way of life

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

unfold

to spread open or flat sth that has previously been folded; to become open and flat

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

autobiography

a book in which someone writes about their own life, or books of this type

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

delineate

to describe or draw something carefully so that people can understand it

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

diffuse

to make heat, light, liquid etc spread through something, or to spread like this

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

fringe

a decorative edge of hanging threads on a curtain, piece of clothing etc

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

gloss

a note in a piece of writing that explains a difficult word, phrase, or idea

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

intonation

the way in which the level of your voice changes in order to add meaning to what you are saying, for example by going up at the end of a question

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

misery

great suffering that is caused for example by being very poor or very sick

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

narrate

to tell a story by describing all the events in order, for example in a book

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

displacement

the weight or volume of liquid that something replaces when it floats in that liquid – used especially to describe how heavy something such as a ship is

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

intensify

to increase in degree or strength, or to make something do this

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

mesh

Mesh is material like a net made from wire, thread, or plastic

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

parody

something that is not a correct or acceptable example of something

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

pretext

a false reason given for an action, in order to hide the real reason

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

unravel

to understand or explain something that is mysterious or complicated

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

weird

very strange and unusual, and difficult to understand or explain

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

yarn

thick thread made of cotton or wool, which is used to knit things

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

carbohydrate

a substance that is in foods such as sugar, bread, and potatoes, which provides your body with heat and energy and which consists of oxygen, hydrogen , and carbon

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

chronicle

to describe events in the order in which they happened

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

discourse

a serious speech or piece of writing on a particular subject

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

inexplicable

too unusual or strange to be explained or understood

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

linguist

someone who studies or teaches linguistics

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

playwright

someone who writes plays

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

serviceable

ready or able to be used

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

application

a formal, usually written, request for something such as a job, place at university, or permission to do something

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

inspect

to examine something carefully in order to find out more about it or to find out what is wrong with it

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

lawyer

someone whose job is to advise people about laws, write formal agreements, or represent people in court

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

list

a set of names, numbers etc, usually written one below the other, for example so that you can remember or check them

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

rate

the number of times something happens, or the number of examples of something within a certain period

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

crowd

a large group of people who have gathered together to do something, for example to watch something or protest about something

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

knowledge

the information, skills, and understanding that you have gained through learning or experience

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

recognize

to know who someone is or what something is, because you have seen, heard, experienced, or learned about them in the past

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

spite

a feeling of wanting to hurt or upset people, for example because you are jealous or think you have been unfairly treated

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

apology

something that you say or write to show that you are sorry for doing something wrong

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

cent

1/100th of the standard unit of money in some countries. For example, there are 100 cents in one dollar or in one euro : symbol ¢.

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

examine

to look at something carefully and thoroughly because you want to find out more about it

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

guidance

help and advice that is given to someone about their work, education, or personal life

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

plate

a flat piece of metal with words or numbers on it, for example on a door or a car

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

department

one of the groups of people who work together in a particular part of a large organization such as a hospital, university, company, or government

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

make

to produce something, for example by putting the different parts of it together

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

mark

to write or draw on something, so that someone will notice what you have written

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

master

to learn a skill or a language so well that you have no difficulty with it

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

card

a small piece of plastic or paper containing information about a person or showing, for example, that they belong to a particular organization, club etc

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

label

to attach a label onto something or write information on something

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