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Duolingo English Test Technology and communication

Conversation: Technology & digital life

Flexible language for personal experiences, opinions, reactions, and discussion. Focus: technology & digital life.

Independent Duolingo English Test study resource — not official exam material.

  • Teens and up
  • Digital life
  • Medium · B1
  • 250 words

The words

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

disagree
to have or express a different opinion from someone else
“In the digital service discussion, the verb “disagree” describes an action or change.”
dissent
to say that you disagree with an official decision or accepted opinion
“Learners hear “dissent” while following the digital service explanation.”
disagreement
a situation in which people express different opinions about something and sometimes argue
“The digital service report includes a section on the word “disagreement.””
contradict
to disagree with something, especially by saying that the opposite is true
“A clear example helps learners use “contradict” in a sentence about the digital service.”
neutral
a country, person, or group that is not involved in an argument or disagreement
“A clear definition of the word “neutral” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”
argue
to disagree with someone in words, often in an angry way
“In the digital service discussion, the verb “argue” describes an action or change.”
settle
to end an argument or solve a disagreement
“The speaker explains how “settle” is used in a report about the digital service.”
ally
to help and support other people or countries, especially in a war or disagreement
“Learners hear “ally” while following the digital service explanation.”
concession
something that you allow someone to have in order to end an argument or a disagreement
“The digital service report includes a section on the word “concession.””
favourable
a favourable report, opinion, or reaction shows that you think that someone or something is good or that you agree with them
“During the digital service discussion, “favourable” signals a particular quality.”
discord
disagreement or arguing between people
“The digital service report includes a section on the word “discord.””
agree
to have or express the same opinion about something as someone else
“In the digital service discussion, the verb “agree” describes an action or change.”
argument
a situation in which two or more people disagree, often angrily
“A clear definition of the word “argument” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”
actually
used to add new information to what you have just said, to give your opinion, or to start a new conversation
“The result was described actually in the final digital service paragraph.”
intercom
a communication system by which people in different parts of a building, aircraft etc can speak to each other
“The speaker used the word “intercom” while explaining the digital service problem.”
sever
to end a relationship with someone, or a connection with something, especially because of a disagreement
“The speaker explains how “sever” is used in a report about the digital service.”
showdown
a meeting, argument, fight etc that will settle a disagreement or competition that has continued for a long time
“The speaker used the word “showdown” while explaining the digital service problem.”
deadlock
a situation in which a disagreement cannot be settled
“A clear definition of the word “deadlock” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”
grant
to admit that something is true although it does not make much difference to your opinion
“In the digital service discussion, the verb “grant” describes an action or change.”
singular
a singular noun, verb, form etc is used when writing or speaking about one person or thing
“The speaker uses “singular” to characterize the digital service situation.”
sponsor
someone who officially agrees to help someone else, or to be responsible for what they do
“The digital service report includes a section on the word “sponsor.””
undergo
if you undergo a change, an unpleasant experience etc, it happens to you or is done to you
“In the digital service discussion, the verb “undergo” describes an action or change.”
drift
a slow change or development from one situation, opinion etc to another
“The speaker used the word “drift” while explaining the digital service problem.”
consent
to give your permission for something or agree to do something
“Learners hear “consent” while following the digital service explanation.”
sway
to influence someone so that they change their opinion
“In the digital service discussion, the verb “sway” describes an action or change.”
accord
a formal agreement between countries or groups
“The digital service report includes a section on the word “accord.””
comment
to express an opinion about someone or something
“A clear example helps learners use “comment” in a sentence about the digital service.”
poverty
the situation or experience of being poor
“The speaker used the word “poverty” while explaining the digital service problem.”
informal
an informal style of writing or speaking is suitable for ordinary conversations or letters to friends
“The report describes the digital service issue as informal.”
concur
to agree with someone or have the same opinion as them
“Learners hear “concur” while following the digital service explanation.”
dissension
disagreement among a group of people
“A clear definition of the word “dissension” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”
treaty
a formal written agreement between two or more countries or governments
“The speaker used the word “treaty” while explaining the digital service problem.”
mutter
to speak in a low voice, especially because you are annoyed about something, or you do not want people to hear you
“The speaker explains how “mutter” is used in a report about the digital service.”
despise
to dislike and have a low opinion of someone or something
“The speaker explains how “despise” is used in a report about the digital service.”
adjudicate
to officially decide who is right in a disagreement and decide what should be done
“Learners hear “adjudicate” while following the digital service explanation.”
confrontation
a situation in which there is a lot of angry disagreement between two people or groups
“The digital service report includes a section on the word “confrontation.””
submissive
always willing to obey someone and never disagreeing with them, even if they are unkind to you
“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as submissive.”
henpecked
a man who is henpecked is always being told what to do by his wife, and is afraid to disagree with her
“During the digital service discussion, “henpecked” signals a particular quality.”
heresy
a belief that disagrees with the official principles of a particular religion
“The digital service report includes a section on the word “heresy.””
shrew
an unpleasant woman who always argues and disagrees with people
“The speaker used the word “shrew” while explaining the digital service problem.”
stalemate
a situation in which it seems impossible to settle an argument or disagreement, and neither side can get an advantage
“The digital service report includes a section on the word “stalemate.””
divisive
causing a lot of disagreement between people
“During the digital service discussion, “divisive” signals a particular quality.”
dumb
someone who is dumb is not able to speak at all. Many people think that this use is offensive
“The report describes the digital service issue as dumb.”
experience
knowledge or skill that you gain from doing a job or activity, or the process of doing this
“The digital service report includes a section on the word “experience.””
heretical
A belief or action that is heretical is one that most people think is wrong because it disagrees with beliefs that are generally accepted
“The speaker uses “heretical” to characterize the digital service situation.”
impression
the opinion or feeling you have about someone or something because of the way they seem
“The speaker used the word “impression” while explaining the digital service problem.”
resolution
a formal decision or statement agreed on by a group of people, especially after a vote
“The digital service report includes a section on the word “resolution.””
disagreeable
not at all enjoyable or pleasant
“The report describes the digital service issue as disagreeable.”
lease
a legal agreement which allows you to use a building, car etc for a period of time, in return for rent
“Learners saw the word “lease” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”
remark
something that you say when you express an opinion or say what you have noticed
“Learners saw the word “remark” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”
representative
someone who has been chosen to speak, vote, or make decisions for someone else
“The speaker used the word “representative” while explaining the digital service problem.”
attitude
the opinions and feelings that you usually have about something, especially when this is shown in your behaviour
“The digital service report includes a section on the word “attitude.””
bet
an agreement to risk money on the result of a race, game etc or on something happening, or the money that you risk
“A clear definition of the word “bet” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”
inward
felt or experienced in your own mind but not expressed to other people
“The speaker uses “inward” to characterize the digital service situation.”
rhetoric
the art of speaking or writing to persuade or influence people
“The digital service report includes a section on the word “rhetoric.””
straightforward
honest about your feelings or opinions and not hiding anything
“During the digital service discussion, “straightforward” signals a particular quality.”
subjective
a state-ment, report, attitude etc that is subjective is influenced by personal opinion and can therefore be unfair
“The report describes the digital service issue as subjective.”
mute
someone who is mute does not speak, or refuses to speak
“During the digital service discussion, “mute” signals a particular quality.”
reject
to refuse to accept, believe in, or agree with something
“The speaker explains how “reject” is used in a report about the digital service.”
solidarity
loyalty and general agreement between all the people in a group, or between different groups, because they all have a shared aim
“The digital service report includes a section on the word “solidarity.””
correspondence
the process of sending and receiving letters
“Learners saw the word “correspondence” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”
additional
more than what was agreed or expected
“The speaker uses “additional” to characterize the digital service situation.”
contention
a strong opinion that someone expresses
“The speaker used the word “contention” while explaining the digital service problem.”
darling
used when speaking to someone you love
“The speaker used the word “darling” while explaining the digital service problem.”
applaud
to hit your open hands together, to show that you have enjoyed a play, concert, speaker etc
“A clear example helps learners use “applaud” in a sentence about the digital service.”
delegate
someone who has been elected or chosen to speak, vote, or take decisions for a group
“A clear definition of the word “delegate” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”
infer
to form an opinion that something is probably true because of information that you have
“In the digital service discussion, the verb “infer” describes an action or change.”
pause
a short time during which someone stops speaking or doing something before starting again
“Learners saw the word “pause” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”
pledge
a serious promise or agree-ment, especially one made publicly or officially
“The speaker used the word “pledge” while explaining the digital service problem.”
stereo
a machine for playing records, cds etc that produces sound from two speakers
“Learners saw the word “stereo” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”
violate
to disobey or do something against an official agreement, law, principle etc
“In the digital service discussion, the verb “violate” describes an action or change.”
alliance
an arrangement in which two or more countries, groups etc agree to work together to try to change or achieve something
“The speaker used the word “alliance” while explaining the digital service problem.”
announcer
someone who gives information to people using a loudspeaker or microphone , especially at an airport or railway station
“The speaker used the word “announcer” while explaining the digital service problem.”
falter
to speak in a voice that sounds weak and uncertain, and keeps stopping
“Learners hear “falter” while following the digital service explanation.”
fellowship
a feeling of friendship resulting from shared interests or experiences
“The speaker used the word “fellowship” while explaining the digital service problem.”
murmur
a soft low sound made by people speaking quietly or a long way away
“The digital service report includes a section on the word “murmur.””
compliance
when someone obeys a rule, agreement, or demand
“A clear definition of the word “compliance” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”
ego
the opinion that you have about yourself
“A clear definition of the word “ego” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”
communicate
to exchange information or conversation with other people, using words, signs, writing etc
“The speaker explains how “communicate” is used in a report about the digital service.”
guess
to try to answer a question or form an opinion when you are not sure whether you will be correct
“A clear example helps learners use “guess” in a sentence about the digital service.”
late
arriving, happening, or done after the time that was expected, agreed, or arranged
“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as late.”
learn
to gain knowledge of a subject or skill, by experience, by studying it, or by being taught
“Learners hear “learn” while following the digital service explanation.”
mistake
something that has been done in the wrong way, or an opinion or statement that is incorrect
“Learners saw the word “mistake” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”
negotiate
to discuss something in order to reach an agreement, especially in business or politics
“In the digital service discussion, the verb “negotiate” describes an action or change.”
pleasure
the feeling of happiness, enjoyment, or satisfaction that you get from an experience
“The speaker used the word “pleasure” while explaining the digital service problem.”
tongue
the soft part inside your mouth that you can move about and use for eating and speaking
“Learners saw the word “tongue” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”
admit
to agree unwillingly that something is true or that someone else is right
“A clear example helps learners use “admit” in a sentence about the digital service.”
appraisal
a statement or opinion judging the worth, value, or condition of something
“The speaker used the word “appraisal” while explaining the digital service problem.”
engagement
an agreement between two people to marry, or the period of time they are engaged
“A clear definition of the word “engagement” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”
forceful
a forceful person expresses their opinions very strongly and clearly and people are easily persuaded by them
“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as forceful.”
memory
something that you remember from the past about a person, place, or experience
“The speaker used the word “memory” while explaining the digital service problem.”
mouth
the part of your face which you put food into, or which you use for speaking
“The speaker used the word “mouth” while explaining the digital service problem.”
ourselves
used by the person speaking to show that they and one or more other people are affected by their own action
“In this digital service, the word “ourselves” helps express a precise idea.”
plaza
a public square or market place surrounded by buildings, especially in towns in Spanish-speaking countries
“The digital service report includes a section on the word “plaza.””
resonance
the special meaning or importance that something has for you because it relates to your own experiences
“Learners saw the word “resonance” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”
unreal
an experience, situation etc that is unreal seems so strange that you think you must be imagining it
“During the digital service discussion, “unreal” signals a particular quality.”
acceptance
when you officially agree to take something that you have been offered
“A clear definition of the word “acceptance” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”
adventure
an exciting experience in which dangerous or unusual things happen
“Learners saw the word “adventure” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”
bland
without any excitement, strong opinions, or special character
“The speaker uses “bland” to characterize the digital service situation.”
Conversation
an informal talk in which people exchange news, feelings, and thoughts
“A clear definition of the word “conversation” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”
fantasy
an exciting and unusual experience or situation you imagine happening to you, but which will probably never happen
“Learners saw the word “fantasy” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”
fun
an experience or activity that is very enjoyable and exciting
“The speaker used the word “fun” while explaining the digital service problem.”
interrupt
to stop someone from continuing what they are saying or doing by suddenly speaking to them, making a noise etc
“The speaker explains how “interrupt” is used in a report about the digital service.”
rejection
the act of not accepting, believing in, or agreeing with something
“A clear definition of the word “rejection” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”
respond
to do something as a reaction to something that has been said or done
“A clear example helps learners use “respond” in a sentence about the digital service.”
settlement
an official agreement or decision that ends an argument, a court case, or a fight, or the action of making an agreement
“The speaker used the word “settlement” while explaining the digital service problem.”
stipulate
if an agreement, law, or rule stipulates something, it must be done
“A clear example helps learners use “stipulate” in a sentence about the digital service.”
unity
when a group of people or countries agree or are joined together
“The speaker used the word “unity” while explaining the digital service problem.”
wisdom
good sense and judgment, based especially on your experience of life
“A clear definition of the word “wisdom” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”
advice
an opinion you give someone about what they should do
“The digital service report includes a section on the word “advice.””
baby
a very young child who has not yet learned to speak or walk
“Learners saw the word “baby” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”
judge
to form or give an opinion about someone or something after thinking carefully about all the information you know about them
“A clear example helps learners use “judge” in a sentence about the digital service.”
pray
to speak to God in order to ask for help or give thanks
“In the digital service discussion, the verb “pray” describes an action or change.”
refreshment
the experience of being made to feel less tired or hot
“A clear definition of the word “refreshment” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”
absolutely
used to say that you completely agree with someone
“The speaker explained the digital service change absolutely.”
loudspeaker
a piece of equipment used to make sounds louder
“A clear definition of the word “loudspeaker” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”
naive
not having much experience of how complicated life is, so that you trust people too much and believe that good things will always happen
“During the digital service discussion, “naive” signals a particular quality.”
talk
to say things to someone as part of a conversation
“In the digital service discussion, the verb “talk” describes an action or change.”
converse
to have a conversation with someone
“The speaker explains how “converse” is used in a report about the digital service.”
accept
to take something that someone offers you, or to agree to do something that someone asks you to do
“In the digital service discussion, the verb “accept” describes an action or change.”
disk
a small flat piece of plastic or metal which is used for storing computer or electronic information
“A clear definition of the word “disk” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”
program
a set of instructions given to a computer to make it perform an operation
“The digital service report includes a section on the word “program.””
bargain
to discuss the conditions of a sale, agreement etc, for example to try and get a lower price
“In the digital service discussion, the verb “bargain” describes an action or change.”
biotechnology
the use of living things such as cells, bacteria etc to make drugs, destroy waste matter etc
“Learners saw the word “biotechnology” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”
conceit
an attitude that shows you have too high an opinion of your own abilities or importance
“The speaker used the word “conceit” while explaining the digital service problem.”
experienced
possessing skills or knowledge because you have done something often or for a long time
“The report describes the digital service issue as experienced.”
Jupiter
the planet that is fifth in order from the sun and is the largest in the solar system
“A clear definition of the word “jupiter” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”
myself
used by the person speaking or writing to show that they are affected by their own action
“In this digital service, the word “myself” helps express a precise idea.”
nod
to move your head up and down, especially in order to show agreement or understanding
“The speaker explains how “nod” is used in a report about the digital service.”
outspoken
expressing your opinions honestly and directly, even when doing this might annoy some people
“The report describes the digital service issue as outspoken.”
sneer
to smile or speak in a very unkind way that shows you have no respect for someone or something
“The speaker explains how “sneer” is used in a report about the digital service.”
spokesman
a man who has been chosen to speak officially for a group, organization, or government
“The speaker used the word “spokesman” while explaining the digital service problem.”
steadfast
being certain that you are right about something and refusing to change your opinion in any way
“During the digital service discussion, “steadfast” signals a particular quality.”
tacit
tacit agreement, approval, support etc is given without anything actually being said
“The speaker uses “tacit” to characterize the digital service situation.”
annul
to officially state that a marriage or legal agreement no longer exists
“Learners hear “annul” while following the digital service explanation.”
ballot
a system of voting, usually in secret, or an occasion when you vote in this way
“Learners saw the word “ballot” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”
cursor
a mark that can be moved around a computer screen to show where you are working
“Learners saw the word “cursor” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”
equivocal
if you are equivocal, you are deliberately unclear in the way that you give information or your opinion
“The speaker uses “equivocal” to characterize the digital service situation.”
memoir
a short piece of writing about a person or place that you knew well, or an event that you experienced
“The speaker used the word “memoir” while explaining the digital service problem.”
negotiable
an offer, price, contract etc that is negotiable can be discussed and changed before being agreed on
“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as negotiable.”
robot
a machine that can move and do some of the work of a person, and is usually controlled by a computer
“Learners saw the word “robot” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”
stutter
to speak with difficulty because you cannot stop yourself from repeating the first consonant of some words
“A clear example helps learners use “stutter” in a sentence about the digital service.”
trauma
an unpleasant and upsetting experience that affects you for a long time
“Learners saw the word “trauma” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”
whisper
to speak or say something very quietly, using your breath rather than your voice
“Learners hear “whisper” while following the digital service explanation.”
clap
to hit your hands against each other many times to make a sound that shows your approval, agreement, or enjoyment
“In the digital service discussion, the verb “clap” describes an action or change.”
hesitate
to be slow to speak or act because you feel uncertain or nervous
“A clear example helps learners use “hesitate” in a sentence about the digital service.”
hoarse
if you are hoarse, or if your voice is hoarse, you speak in a low rough voice, for example because your throat is sore
“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as hoarse.”
kilobyte
a unit for measuring computer information, equal to 1,024 bytes
“A clear definition of the word “kilobyte” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”
microchip
a very small piece of silicon containing a set of electronic parts, which is used in computers and other machines
“Learners saw the word “microchip” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”
novice
someone who has no experience in a skill, subject, or activity
“The digital service report includes a section on the word “novice.””
ordeal
a terrible or painful experience that continues for a period of time
“A clear definition of the word “ordeal” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”
pact
a formal agreement between two groups, countries, or people, especially to help each other or to stop fighting
“The digital service report includes a section on the word “pact.””
rebuke
to speak to someone severely about something they have done wrong
“Learners hear “rebuke” while following the digital service explanation.”
support
to say that you agree with an idea, group, or person, and usually to help them because you want them to succeed
“The speaker explains how “support” is used in a report about the digital service.”
switchboard
a system used to connect telephone calls in an office building, hotel etc, or the people who operate the system
“Learners saw the word “switchboard” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”
truce
an agreement between enemies to stop fighting or arguing for a short time, or the period for which this is arranged
“A clear definition of the word “truce” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”
metre
the basic unit for measuring length in the metric system
“The speaker used the word “metre” while explaining the digital service problem.”
microphone
a piece of equipment that you speak into to record your voice or make it louder when you are speaking or performing in public
“The digital service report includes a section on the word “microphone.””
warranty
a written agreement in which a company selling something promises to repair it if it breaks within a particular period of time
“The digital service report includes a section on the word “warranty.””
adapt
to gradually change your behaviour and attitudes in order to be successful in a new situation
“Learners hear “adapt” while following the digital service explanation.”
byte
a unit for measuring computer information, equal to eight bit s (= the smallest unit on which information is stored on a computer )
“The digital service report includes a section on the word “byte.””
catch
to see someone doing something that they did not want you to know they were doing
“A clear example helps learners use “catch” in a sentence about the digital service.”
challenge
something that tests strength, skill, or ability, especially in a way that is interesting
“A clear definition of the word “challenge” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”
coinage
the system or type of money used in a country
“Learners saw the word “coinage” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”
communism
a political system in which the government controls the production of all food and goods, and there is no privately owned property
“The digital service report includes a section on the word “communism.””
concrete
a substance used for building that is made by mixing sand, small stones, cement , and water
“A clear definition of the word “concrete” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”
consult
to ask for information or advice from someone because it is their job to know something
“In the digital service discussion, the verb “consult” describes an action or change.”
craft
a job or activity in which you make things with your hands, and that you usually need skill to do
“The digital service report includes a section on the word “craft.””
cucumber
a long thin round vegetable with a dark green skin and a light green inside, usually eaten raw
“Learners saw the word “cucumber” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”
Day
the period of time between when it gets light in the morning and when it gets dark
“Learners saw the word “day” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”
deck
a wooden floor built out from the back of a house, where you can sit and relax outdoors
“A clear definition of the word “deck” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”
detect
to notice or discover something, especially something that is not easy to see, hear etc
“The speaker explains how “detect” is used in a report about the digital service.”
efficient
if someone or something is efficient, they work well without wasting time, money, or energy
“The speaker uses “efficient” to characterize the digital service situation.”
estimate
to try to judge the value, size, speed, cost etc of something, without calculating it exactly
“In the digital service discussion, the verb “estimate” describes an action or change.”
feudalism
a system which existed in the Middle Ages, in which people received land and protection from a lord when they worked and fought for him
“Learners saw the word “feudalism” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”
fragment
a small piece of something that has broken off or that comes from something larger
“The digital service report includes a section on the word “fragment.””
furnace
a large container for a very hot fire, used to produce power, heat, or liquid metal
“The digital service report includes a section on the word “furnace.””
genuine
a genuine feeling, desire etc is one that you really feel, not one you pretend to feel
“During the digital service discussion, “genuine” signals a particular quality.”
grind
to make something smooth or sharp by rubbing it on a hard surface or by using a machine
“In the digital service discussion, the verb “grind” describes an action or change.”
hatch
a hole in a ship or aircraft, usually used for loading goods, or the door that covers it
“The digital service report includes a section on the word “hatch.””
hint
something that you say or do to suggest something to someone, without telling them directly
“A clear definition of the word “hint” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”
impressive
something that is impressive makes you admire it because it is very good, large, important etc
“During the digital service discussion, “impressive” signals a particular quality.”
invade
to enter a country, town, or area using military force, in order to take control of it
“A clear example helps learners use “invade” in a sentence about the digital service.”
investigate
to try to find out the truth about something such as a crime, accident, or scientific problem
“A clear example helps learners use “investigate” in a sentence about the digital service.”
laptop
a small computer that you can carry with you
“The digital service report includes a section on the word “laptop.””
linen
cloth made from the flax plant, used to make high quality clothes, home decorations etc
“Learners saw the word “linen” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”
luxury
A luxury item is something expensive which is not necessary but which gives you pleasure
“The speaker uses “luxury” to characterize the digital service situation.”
manual
a book that gives instructions about how to do something, especially how to use a machine
“Learners saw the word “manual” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”
minimum
the smallest amount of something or number of things that is possible or necessary
“The digital service report includes a section on the word “minimum.””
moreover
in addition – used to introduce information that adds to or supports what has previously been said
“The result was described moreover in the final digital service paragraph.”
motivate
to make someone want to achieve something and make them willing to work hard in order to do this
“The speaker explains how “motivate” is used in a report about the digital service.”
omit
to not include someone or something, either deliberately or because you forget to do it
“The speaker explains how “omit” is used in a report about the digital service.”
ornament
a small object that you keep in your house because it is beautiful rather than useful
“The digital service report includes a section on the word “ornament.””
outline
to show the edge of something, or draw around its edge, so that its shape is clear
“In the digital service discussion, the verb “outline” describes an action or change.”
overall
a loose-fitting piece of clothing like a coat, that is worn over clothes to protect them
“The speaker used the word “overall” while explaining the digital service problem.”
previous
A previous event or thing is one that happened or existed before the one that you are talking about
“The speaker uses “previous” to characterize the digital service situation.”
professional
someone who earns money by doing a job, sport, or activity that many other people do just for fun
“The speaker used the word “professional” while explaining the digital service problem.”
provision
to provide someone or something with a lot of food and supplies, especially for a journey
“The speaker explains how “provision” is used in a report about the digital service.”
refer
to mention or speak about someone or something
“In the digital service discussion, the verb “refer” describes an action or change.”
restless
unwilling to keep still or stay where you are, especially because you are nervous or bored
“The speaker uses “restless” to characterize the digital service situation.”
reward
something that you get because you have done something good or helpful or have worked hard
“The speaker used the word “reward” while explaining the digital service problem.”
sentiment
an opinion or feeling you have about something
“A clear definition of the word “sentiment” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”
spoil
to have a bad effect on something so that it is no longer attractive, enjoyable, useful etc
“A clear example helps learners use “spoil” in a sentence about the digital service.”
stain
a mark that is difficult to remove, especially one made by a liquid such as blood, coffee, or ink
“A clear definition of the word “stain” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”
stake
to risk losing something that is valuable or important to you on the result of something
“In the digital service discussion, the verb “stake” describes an action or change.”
stammer
to speak with a lot of pauses and repeated sounds, either because you have a speech problem, or because you are nervous, excited etc
“The speaker explains how “stammer” is used in a report about the digital service.”
sweep
to clean the dust, dirt etc from the floor or ground, using a brush with a long handle
“In the digital service discussion, the verb “sweep” describes an action or change.”
technician
someone whose job is to check equipment or machines and make sure that they are working properly
“Learners saw the word “technician” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”
uncompromising
unwilling to change your opinions or intentions
“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as uncompromising.”
vacant
a vacant seat, building, room or piece of land is empty and available for someone to use
“The speaker uses “vacant” to characterize the digital service situation.”
weld
to join metals by melting their edges and pressing them together when they are hot
“In the digital service discussion, the verb “weld” describes an action or change.”
adopt
to take someone else’s child into your home and legally become its parent
“In the digital service discussion, the verb “adopt” describes an action or change.”
associate
to make a connection in your mind between one thing or person and another
“In the digital service discussion, the verb “associate” describes an action or change.”
assume
to think that something is true, although you do not have definite proof
“Learners hear “assume” while following the digital service explanation.”
assure
to tell someone that something will definitely happen or is definitely true so that they are less worried
“A clear example helps learners use “assure” in a sentence about the digital service.”
certainly
used to agree or give your permission
“The result was described certainly in the final digital service paragraph.”
clue
an object or piece of information that helps someone solve a crime or mystery
“The speaker used the word “clue” while explaining the digital service problem.”
combine
a machine used by farmers to cut grain, separate the seeds from it, and clean it
“The speaker used the word “combine” while explaining the digital service problem.”
compass
an instrument that shows directions and has a needle that always points north
“Learners saw the word “compass” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”
creep
to move in a quiet, careful way, especially to avoid attracting attention
“A clear example helps learners use “creep” in a sentence about the digital service.”
dense
made of or containing a lot of things or people that are very close together
“During the digital service discussion, “dense” signals a particular quality.”
deny
to say that something is not true, or that you do not believe something
“In the digital service discussion, the verb “deny” describes an action or change.”
dump
to get rid of goods by selling them in a foreign country at a much lower price
“Learners hear “dump” while following the digital service explanation.”
elevator
a machine that takes people and goods from one level to another in a building
“Learners saw the word “elevator” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”
exchange
the act of giving someone something and receiving something else from them
“A clear definition of the word “exchange” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”
extend
to continue for a longer period of time, or to make something last longer
“In the digital service discussion, the verb “extend” describes an action or change.”
fame
the state of being known about by a lot of people because of your achievements
“The speaker used the word “fame” while explaining the digital service problem.”
famine
a situation in which a large number of people have little or no food for a long time and many people die
“The digital service report includes a section on the word “famine.””
frown
to make an angry, unhappy, or confused expression, moving your eyebrows together
“In the digital service discussion, the verb “frown” describes an action or change.”
function
the purpose that something has, or the job that someone or something does
“Learners saw the word “function” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”
invest
to buy shares, property, or goods because you hope that the value will increase and you can make a profit
“The speaker explains how “invest” is used in a report about the digital service.”
item
a single thing, especially one thing in a list, group, or set of things
“A clear definition of the word “item” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”
legal
if something is legal, you are allowed to do it or have to do it by law
“The speaker uses “legal” to characterize the digital service situation.”
manufacture
to use machines to make goods or materials, usually in large numbers or amounts
“A clear example helps learners use “manufacture” in a sentence about the digital service.”
namely
used when saying the names of the people or things you are referring to
“The team responded namely when the digital service plan changed.”
occasion
An occasion is a time when something happens, or a case of it happening
“A clear definition of the word “occasion” helped the group discuss the digital service topic.”
opportunity
a chance to do something or an occasion when it is easy for you to do something
“The speaker used the word “opportunity” while explaining the digital service problem.”
pierce
to make a small hole in or through something, using an object with a sharp point
“In the digital service discussion, the verb “pierce” describes an action or change.”
preliminary
something that is said or done first, to introduce or prepare for something else
“The digital service report includes a section on the word “preliminary.””
roar
a deep, loud noise made by an animal such as a lion, or by someone’s voice
“The digital service report includes a section on the word “roar.””
rough
a rough period is one in which you have a lot of problems or difficulties
“The speaker uses “rough” to characterize the digital service situation.”
sack
a situation in which an army goes through a place, destroying or stealing things and attacking people
“Learners saw the word “sack” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”
scout
a soldier, plane etc that is sent to search the area in front of an army and get information about the enemy
“Learners saw the word “scout” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”
screw
to fasten or close something by turning it, or to be fastened in this way
“In the digital service discussion, the verb “screw” describes an action or change.”
sheet
a large piece of thin cloth that you put on a bed to lie on or lie under
“The speaker used the word “sheet” while explaining the digital service problem.”
signal
a sound or action that you make in order to give information to someone or tell them to do something
“Learners saw the word “signal” while comparing two sides of the digital service issue.”
slide
a large structure with steps leading to the top of a long sloping surface which children can slide down
“The speaker used the word “slide” while explaining the digital service problem.”
soak
to put sth in liquid for a time so that it becomes completely wet; to become completely wet in this wa
“Learners hear “soak” while following the digital service explanation.”
stuff
to push or put something into a small space, especially in a quick careless way
“In the digital service discussion, the verb “stuff” describes an action or change.”
thoughtful
always thinking of the things you can do to make people happy or comfortable
“Researchers describe the digital service evidence as thoughtful.”