Literacy: Technology & digital life

The words

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

web

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

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

internet

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

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

database

a large amount of data stored in a computer system so that you can find and use it easily

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

setup

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

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

online

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

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

network

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

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

configuration

the combination of equipment needed to run a computer system

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

technology

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

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

digital

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

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as digital.”

net

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

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

interactive

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

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as interactive.”

upgrade

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

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

virtual

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

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

retrieval

the process of getting back information stored on a computer system

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

programmer

someone whose job is to write computer programs

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

output

the information produced by a computer

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

record

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

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

circulate

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

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

tube

the system of trains that run under the ground in London

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

software

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

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

systematic

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

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as systematic.”

type

to write something using a computer or a typewriter

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

drainage

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

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

monarchy

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

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

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.”

multimedia

You use multimedia to refer to computer programs and products which involve sound, pictures, and film, as well as text

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

password

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

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

browser

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

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

binary

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

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

hacker

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

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

establish

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

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

monitor

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

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

hardware

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

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

conversion

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

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

input

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

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

transport

a system or method for carrying passengers or goods from one place to another

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

rigid

rigid methods, systems etc are very strict and difficult to change

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

divide

a line of high ground between two river systems

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

revert

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

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

sophisticated

a sophisticated machine, system, method etc is very well designed and very advanced, and often works in a complicated way

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

abolish

to officially end a law, system etc, especially one that has existed for a long time

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

array

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

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

compatible

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

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

reform

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

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

mechanism

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

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

metric

using or connected with the metric system of weights and measures

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

scrap

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

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

adjustment

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

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

pillar

a very important part of a system of beliefs or ideas

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

probation

a system that allows some criminals not to go to prison or to leave prison, if they behave well and see a probation officer regularly, for a particular period of time

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

currency

the system or type of money that a country uses

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

decimal

a decimal system is based on the number 10

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

principle

the basic idea that a plan or system is based on

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

bespoke

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

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

data

information or facts

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

grid

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

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

huddle

a group of people or things that are close together, but not arranged in any particular order, pattern, or system

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

ideology

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

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

labyrinth

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

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

notation

a system of written marks or signs used to represent something such as music, mathematics, or scientific ideas

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

spreadsheet

a computer program that can show and calculate financial information

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

ecosystem

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

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

icon

a small sign or picture on a computer screen that is used to start a particular operation

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

click

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

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

doctrine

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

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

protocol

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

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

tenet

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

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

activate

to make an electrical system or chemical process start working

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

satire

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

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

cumbersome

a process or system that is cumbersome is slow and difficult

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as cumbersome.”

economy

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

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

element

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

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

keyboard

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

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

transportation

a system or method for carrying passengers or goods from one place to another

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

weakness

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

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

automation

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

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

delete

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

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

railway

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

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

security

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

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

cotton

cloth or thread made from the white hair of the cotton plant

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

notebook

a book made of plain paper on which you can write notes

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

bureaucracy

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

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

commentator

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

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

computer

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

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

economist

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

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

follower

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

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

friendly

behaving towards someone in a way that shows you like them and are ready to talk to them or help them

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

language

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

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

midnight

Midnight is used to describe something that happens or appears at midnight or in the middle of the night

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

interpretation

the way in which someone explains or understands an event, information, someone’s actions etc

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

printer

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

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

religion

a particular system of this belief and all the ceremonies and duties that are related to it

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

sew

to use a needle and thread to make or repair clothes or to fasten something such as a button to them

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

ask

to speak or write to someone in order to get an answer, information, or a solution

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

butter

a solid yellow food made from milk or cream that you spread on bread or use in cooking

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

infrastructure

the basic systems and structures that a country or organization needs in order to work properly, for example roads, railways, banks etc

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

silk

a thin smooth soft cloth made from very thin thread which is produced by a silkworm

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

afterward

If you do something or if something happens afterward, you do it or it happens after a particular event or time that has already been mentioned

“The speaker explained the digital service change afterward.”

bread

a type of food made from flour and water that is mixed together and then baked

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

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.”

unexpected

used to describe something that is surprising because you were not expecting it

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

intangible

an intangible quality or feeling is difficult to describe exactly

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

man

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

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

mysterious

mysterious events or situations are difficult to explain or understand

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

pack

to put things into cases, bags etc ready for a trip somewhere

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

service

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

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

thread

a long thin string of cotton, silk etc used to sew or weave cloth

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

wheat

the grain that bread is made from, or the plant that it grows on

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

assertion

something that you say or write that you strongly believe

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

breadth

the distance from one side of something to the other

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

hair

the mass of things like fine threads that grows on your head

“In this digital service, the word “hair” helps express a precise idea.”

lie

something that you say or write that you know is untrue

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

read

to look at written words and understand what they mean

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

subway

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

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

chalk

to write, mark, or draw something with chalk

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

furthermore

in addition to what has already been said

“The result was described furthermore in the final digital service paragraph.”

ready

to make something or someone ready for something

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

royalty

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

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

already

before now, or before a particular time

“The team responded already when the digital service plan changed.”

poet

someone who writes poems

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

proof

to proofread something

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

taxation

the system of charging taxes

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

capitalism

an economic and political system in which businesses belong mostly to private owners, not to the government

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

federalist

Someone or something that is federalist believes in, supports, or follows a federal system of government

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

grievous

If you describe something such as a loss as grievous, you mean that it is extremely serious or worrying in its effects

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

hub

the central and most important part of an area, system, activity etc, which all the other parts are connected to

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

imposing

If you describe someone or something as imposing, you mean that they have an impressive appearance or manner

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as imposing.”

indubitable

You use indubitable to describe something when you want to emphasize that it is definite and cannot be doubted

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

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.”

queer

an offensive word used to describe someone who is homosexual, especially a man. Do not use this word.

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as queer.”

rewrite

to change something that has been written, especially in order to improve it, or because new information is available

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

sewerage

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

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

theorist

someone who develops ideas within a particular subject that explain why particular things happen or are true

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

tractable

If you say that a person, problem, or device is tractable, you mean that they can be easily controlled or dealt with

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as tractable.”

verb

a word or group of words that describes an action, experience, or state, such as ‘come’, ‘see’, and ‘put on’

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

vermin

small animals, birds, and insects that are harmful because they destroy crops, spoil food, and spread disease

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

abdominal

Abdominal is used to describe something that is situated in the abdomen or forms part of it

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

console

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

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

eyewitness

someone who has seen something such as a crime happen, and is able to describe it afterwards

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

fatten

to make an animal become fatter so that it is ready to eat, or to become fat and ready to eat

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

gibberish

If you describe someone's words or ideas as gibberish, you mean that they do not make any sense

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

heinous

If you describe something such as a crime as heinous, you mean that it is extremely evil or horrible

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

impregnate

to make a substance spread completely through something, or to spread completely through something

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

inscribe

to carefully cut, print, or write words on something, especially on the surface of a stone or coin

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

insidious

an insidious change or problem spreads gradually without being noticed, and causes serious harm

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

modem

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

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

mystify

if something mystifies you, it is so strange or confusing that you cannot understand or explain it

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

tapestry

a large piece of heavy cloth on which coloured threads are woven to produce a picture, pattern etc

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

tawdry

If you describe something such as clothes or decorations as tawdry, you mean that they are cheap and show a lack of taste

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

telephone

the system of communication that you use to have a conversation with someone in another place

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

telex

a method of communica-tion, in which messages are written on a special machine and then sent using the telephone network

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

understate

to describe something in a way that makes it seem less important or serious than it really is

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

elucidate

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

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

embroider

to decorate cloth by sewing a pattern, picture, or words on it with coloured threads

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

frivolous

If you describe someone as frivolous, you mean they behave in a silly or light-hearted way, rather than being serious and sensible

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

imagery

the use of words or pictures to describe ideas or actions in poems, books, films etc

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

opposition

strong disagreement with, or protest against, something such as a plan, law, or system

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

pinpoint

to discover or explain exactly the real facts about something or the cause of a problem

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

postdate

if you postdate a cheque, you write it with a date that is later than the actual date, so that it will not become effective until that time

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

proliferate

if something proliferates, it increases quickly and spreads to many different places

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

scanty

You describe something as scanty when there is less of it than you think there should be

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as scanty.”

subvert

to try to destroy the power and influence of a government or the established system

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

yeast

a type of fungus used for producing alcohol in beer and wine, and for making bread rise

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

atrocious

If you describe someone's behaviour or their actions as atrocious, you mean that it is unacceptable because it is extremely violent or cruel

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

chromosome

a part of every living cell that is shaped like a thread and contains the gene s that control the size, shape etc that a plant or animal has

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

demonstration

an act of explaining and showing how to do something or how something works

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

erase

to remove information from a computer memory or recorded sounds from a tape

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

hardworking

If you describe someone as hardworking, you mean that they work very hard

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

invaluable

If you describe something as invaluable, you mean that it is extremely useful

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

lathe

to shape, bore, or cut a screw thread in or on (a workpiece) on a lathe

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

methodical

a methodical way of doing something is careful and uses an ordered system

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as methodical.”

postwar

Postwar is used to describe things that happened, existed, or were made in the period immediately after a war, especially World War II, 1939-45

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

pseudonym

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

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

screen

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

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

stylistic

relating to the particular way an artist, writer, musician etc makes or performs something, especially the technical features or methods they use

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

surmise

to guess that something is true, using the information you know already

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

theory

an idea or set of ideas that is intended to explain something about life or the world, especially an idea that has not yet been proved to be true

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

thunderous

If you describe a noise as thunderous, you mean that it is very loud and deep

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

unpredictable

If you describe someone or something as unpredictable, you mean that you cannot tell what they are going to do or how they are going to behave

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as unpredictable.”

unwitting

If you describe a person or their actions as unwitting, you mean that the person does something or is involved in something without realizing it

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

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.”

accelerate

if a process accelerates or if something accelerates it, it happens faster than usual or sooner than you expect

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

automate

to start using computers and machines to do a job, rather than people

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

bypass

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

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

characterize

to describe the qualities of someone or something in a particular way

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

cosmos

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

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

dough

a mixture of flour and water ready to be baked into bread, pastry etc

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

dub

to give something or someone a name that describes them in some way

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

insure

to buy insurance so that you will receive money if something bad happens to you, your family, your possessions etc

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

silicon

a chemical substance that exists as a solid or as a powder and is used to make glass, bricks, and parts for computers. It is a chemical element: symbol Si

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

subdivide

to divide into smaller parts something that is already divided

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

uniform

a particular type of clothing worn by all the members of a group or organization such as the police, the army etc

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

wick

the piece of thread in a candle, that burns when you light it

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

abstract

a short written statement containing only the most important ideas in a speech, article etc

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

appreciate

to understand how serious or important a situation or problem is or what someone’s feelings are

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

chart

to record information about a situation or set of events over a period of time, in order to see how it changes or develops

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

compromise

to reach an agreement in which everyone involved accepts less than what they wanted at first

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

crumb

a very small piece of dry food, especially bread or cake

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

evolution

the scientific idea that plants and animals develop and change gradually over a long period of time

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

exploit

to treat someone unfairly by asking them to do things for you, but giving them very little in return – used to show disapproval

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

farsighted

If you describe someone as farsighted, you admire them because they understand what is likely to happen in the future, and therefore make wise decisions and plans

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

flexible

a person, plan etc that is flexible can change or be changed easily to suit any new situation

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

forecast

a description of what is likely to happen in the future, based on the information that you have now

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

incorporate

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

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

modify

to make small changes to something in order to improve it and make it more suitable or effective

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

outcome

the final result of a meeting, discussion, war etc – used especially when no one knows what it will be until it actually happens

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

potential

the possibility that something will develop in a particular way, or have a particular effect

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

radar

a piece of equipment that uses radio waves to find the position of things and watch their movement

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

ratio

a relationship between two amounts, represented by a pair of numbers showing how much bigger one amount is than the other

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

readjust

to get used to a new situation, job, or way of life

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

reformer

someone who works to improve a social or political system

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

rye

a type of grain that is used for making bread and whisky

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

section

a very thin flat piece that is cut from skin, a plant etc to be looked at under a microscope

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

submit

to give a plan, piece of writing etc to someone in authority for them to consider or approve

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

synthetic

produced by combining different artificial substances, rather than being naturally produced

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

text

to send someone a written message on a mobile phone

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

tread

to put your foot on or in something while you are walking

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

variable

something that may be different in different situations, so that you cannot be sure what will happen

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

variation

a difference between similar things, or a change from the usual amount or form of something

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

withdraw

to stop taking part in an activity, belonging to an organization etc, or to make someone do this

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

writer

someone who writes books, stories etc, especially as a job

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

abnormal

very different from usual in a way that seems strange, worrying, wrong, or dangerous

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

absorb

to take in liquid, gas, or another substance from the surface or space around something

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

censorship

the practice or system of censoring something

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

characteristic

a quality or feature of something or someone that is typical of them and easy to recognize

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

complex

a group of buildings, or a large building with many parts, used for a particular purpose

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

domestic

relating to or happening in one particular country and not involving any other countries

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

incisive

You use incisive to describe a person, their thoughts, or their speech when you approve of their ability to think and express their ideas clearly, briefly, and forcefully

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as incisive.”

juxtaposition

The juxtaposition of two contrasting objects, images, or ideas is the fact that they are placed together or described together, so that the differences between them are emphasized

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

legible

written or printed clearly enough for you to read

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

lodge

a small house on the land of a large country house, usually at the main entrance gate

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

neural

relating to a nerve or the nervous system

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

objective

something that you are trying hard to achieve, especially in business or politics

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

scatter

to throw or drop things in different directions so that they cover an area of ground

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

strand

a single thin piece of thread, wire, hair etc

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

surrender

to say officially that you want to stop fighting, because you realize that you cannot win

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

telecommunication

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

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

twin

used to describe one of two children who are twins

“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as twin.”

accuse

to say that you believe someone is guilty of a crime or of doing something bad

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

assess

to make a judgment about a person or situation after thinking carefully about it

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

attribute

a quality or feature, especially one that is considered to be good or useful

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

breakdown

the failure of a relationship or system

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

candidate

someone who is being considered for a job or is competing in an election

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

circuit

a path that forms a circle around an area, or a journey along this path

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

collapse

a sudden failure in the way something works, so that it cannot continue

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

conservative

someone who supports or is a member of the Conservative Party in Britain

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

considerable

fairly large, especially large enough to have an effect or be important

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

contemporary

someone who lived or was in a particular place at the same time as someone else

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

decrease

to become less or go down to a lower level, or to make something do this

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

depress

to prevent an economy from being as active and successful as it usually is

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