Evidence-Based Reading: Science & discovery

The words

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

scientific

about or related to science, or using its methods

“The speaker uses “scientific” to characterize the research project situation.”

experiment

to try using various ideas, methods etc to find out how good or effective they are

“The speaker explains how “experiment” is used in a report about the research project.”

biology

the scientific study of living things

“The speaker used the word “biology” while explaining the research project problem.”

feasible

a plan, idea, or method that is feasible is possible and is likely to work

“During the research project discussion, “feasible” signals a particular quality.”

chemistry

the science that is concerned with studying the structure of substances and the way that they change or combine with each other

“The research project report includes a section on the word “chemistry.””

anthropology

the scientific study of people, their societies, culture s etc

“Learners saw the word “anthropology” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

verify

to discover whether something is correct or true

“The speaker explains how “verify” is used in a report about the research project.”

experimentation

the process of testing various ideas, methods etc to find out how good or effective they are

“The research project report includes a section on the word “experimentation.””

quantifiable

Something that is quantifiable can be measured or counted in a scientific way

“The speaker uses “quantifiable” to characterize the research project situation.”

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 research project problem.”

phenomenon

something that happens or exists in society, science, or nature, especially something that is studied because it is difficult to understand

“A clear definition of the word “phenomenon” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

instrument

a small tool used in work such as science or medicine

“The speaker used the word “instrument” while explaining the research project problem.”

vogue

a popular and fashionable style, activity, method etc

“Learners saw the word “vogue” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

apparatus

the set of tools and machines that you use for a particular scientific, medical, or technical purpose

“The speaker used the word “apparatus” while explaining the research project problem.”

collaboration

when you work together with another person or group to achieve something, especially in science or art

“The speaker used the word “collaboration” while explaining the research project problem.”

forensic

relating to the scientific methods used for finding out about a crime

“The speaker uses “forensic” to characterize the research project situation.”

formula

a method or set of principles that you use to solve a problem or to make sure that something is successful

“Learners saw the word “formula” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

replicate

if you replicate someone’s work, a scientific study etc, you do it again, or try to get the same result again

“The speaker explains how “replicate” is used in a report about the research project.”

pantomime

a method of performing using only actions and not words, or a play performed using this method

“Learners saw the word “pantomime” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

circumference

the distance or measurement around the outside of a circle or any round shape

“A clear definition of the word “circumference” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

photogrammetry

the process of making measurements from photographs, used esp in the construction of maps from aerial photographs and also in military intelligence, medical and industrial research, etc

“Learners saw the word “photogrammetry” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

physics

the science concerned with the study of physical objects and substances, and of natural forces such as light, heat, and movement

“A clear definition of the word “physics” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

thermometer

a piece of equipment that measures the temperature of the air, of your body etc

“The research project report includes a section on the word “thermometer.””

length

the measurement of how long something is from one end to the other

“Learners saw the word “length” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

microscope

a scientific instrument that makes extremely small things look larger

“The research project report includes a section on the word “microscope.””

botanical

relating to plants or the scientific study of plants

“The speaker uses “botanical” to characterize the research project situation.”

quantity

an amount of something that can be counted or measured

“A clear definition of the word “quantity” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

unit

an amount of something used as a standard of measurement

“The research project report includes a section on the word “unit.””

measurement

the length, height etc of something

“Learners saw the word “measurement” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

voltage

electrical force measured in volts

“Learners saw the word “voltage” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

botany

the scientific study of plants

“The speaker used the word “botany” while explaining the research project problem.”

relativity

the relationship in physics between time, space, and movement according to Einstein’s theory

“The speaker used the word “relativity” while explaining the research project problem.”

research

to study a subject in detail, especially in order to discover new facts or test new ideas

“The speaker explains how “research” is used in a report about the research project.”

cubic

relating to a measurement of space which is calculated by multiplying the length of something by its width and height

“Researchers describe the research project evidence as cubic.”

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 research project issue as sophisticated.”

supersede

if a new idea, product, or method supersedes another one, it becomes used instead because it is more modern or effective

“In the research project discussion, the verb “supersede” describes an action or change.”

organic

relating to farming or gardening methods of growing food without using artificial chemicals, or produced or grown by these methods

“During the research project discussion, “organic” signals a particular quality.”

mainstream

the most usual ideas or methods, or the people who have these ideas or methods

“The speaker used the word “mainstream” while explaining the research project problem.”

revolution

a complete change in ways of thinking, methods of working etc

“A clear definition of the word “revolution” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

topography

the science of describing an area of land, or making maps of it

“The speaker used the word “topography” while explaining the research project problem.”

weight

how heavy something is when you measure it

“The research project report includes a section on the word “weight.””

astrophysics

the scientific study of the chemical structure of the stars and the forces that influence them

“The research project report includes a section on the word “astrophysics.””

data

information or facts

“Learners saw the word “data” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

graph

a drawing that uses a line or lines to show how two or more sets of measurements are related to each other

“Learners saw the word “graph” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

microbiology

the scientific study of very small living things such as bacteria

“A clear definition of the word “microbiology” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

technology

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

“The research project report includes a section on the word “technology.””

biochemistry

the scientific study of the chemistry of living things

“Learners saw the word “biochemistry” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

theoretical

relating to the study of ideas, especially scientific ideas, rather than with practical uses of the ideas or practical experience

“The report describes the research project issue as theoretical.”

orthodox

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

“During the research project discussion, “orthodox” signals a particular quality.”

hallmark

an idea, method, or quality that is typical of a particular person or thing

“The research project report includes a section on the word “hallmark.””

anatomy

the scientific study of the structure of human or animal bodies

“The speaker used the word “anatomy” while explaining the research project problem.”

arithmetic

the science of numbers involving adding, multiplying etc

“Learners saw the word “arithmetic” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

quantum

a unit of energy in nuclear physics

“A clear definition of the word “quantum” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

barometer

an instrument that measures changes in the air pressure and the weather, or that calculates height above sea level

“The speaker used the word “barometer” while explaining the research project problem.”

rationalism

the belief that your actions should be based on scientific thinking rather than emotions or religious beliefs

“A clear definition of the word “rationalism” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

alchemy

a science studied in the Middle Ages, that involved trying to change ordinary metals into gold

“A clear definition of the word “alchemy” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

timer

an instrument that you use to measure time, when you are doing something such as cooking

“The speaker used the word “timer” while explaining the research project problem.”

empirical

based on scientific testing or practical experience, not on ideas

“Researchers describe the research project evidence as empirical.”

acreage

the area of a piece of land measured in acres

“The research project report includes a section on the word “acreage.””

aeronautics

the science of designing and flying planes

“Learners saw the word “aeronautics” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

conventional

a conventional method, product, practice etc has been used for a long time and is considered the usual type

“The report describes the research project issue as conventional.”

median

the middle number or measurement in a set of numbers or measurements that have been arranged in order

“Learners saw the word “median” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

collaborate

to work together with a person or group in order to achieve something, especially in science or art

“In the research project discussion, the verb “collaborate” describes an action or change.”

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 research project.”

measure

to find the size, length, or amount of something, using standard units such as inch es ,metres etc

“Learners hear “measure” while following the research project explanation.”

photography

the art, profession, or method of producing photographs or the scenes in films

“The speaker used the word “photography” while explaining the research project problem.”

transport

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

“The speaker used the word “transport” while explaining the research project problem.”

horticulture

the practice or science of growing flowers, fruit, and vegetables

“Learners saw the word “horticulture” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

merchandise

to try to sell goods or services using methods such as advertising

“A clear example helps learners use “merchandise” in a sentence about the research project.”

rigid

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

“During the research project discussion, “rigid” signals a particular quality.”

gastronomy

the art and science of cooking and eating good food

“A clear definition of the word “gastronomy” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

arboretum

a place where trees are grown for scientific study

“The speaker used the word “arboretum” while explaining the research project problem.”

aviation

the science or practice of flying in aircraft

“A clear definition of the word “aviation” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

chronometer

a very exact clock, used for scientific purposes

“Learners saw the word “chronometer” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

innovate

to start to use new ideas, methods, or inventions

“In the research project discussion, the verb “innovate” describes an action or change.”

meteorology

the scientific study of weather conditions

“Learners saw the word “meteorology” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

temperature

a measure of how hot or cold a place or thing is

“Learners saw the word “temperature” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

observe

to watch something or someone carefully

“Learners hear “observe” while following the research project explanation.”

jurisprudence

the science or study of law

“A clear definition of the word “jurisprudence” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

navigation

the science or job of planning which way you need to go when you are travelling from one place to another

“The research project report includes a section on the word “navigation.””

warfare

the activity of fighting in a war – used especially when talking about particular methods of fighting

“The research project report includes a section on the word “warfare.””

tailor

someone whose job is to make men’s clothes, that are measured to fit each customer perfectly

“A clear definition of the word “tailor” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

conference

a large formal meeting where a lot of people discuss important matters such as business, politics, or science, especially for several days

“The research project report includes a section on the word “conference.””

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 research project.”

sensor

a piece of equipment used for discovering the presence of light, heat, movement etc

“Learners saw the word “sensor” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

diagnostic

relating to or used for discovering what is wrong with someone or something

“The speaker uses “diagnostic” to characterize the research project situation.”

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 research project topic.”

transportation

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

“The research project report includes a section on the word “transportation.””

metric

using or connected with the metric system of weights and measures

“The report describes the research project issue as metric.”

abnormal

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

“The report describes the research project issue as abnormal.”

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 research project topic.”

medium

a way of communicating information and news to people, such as newspapers, television etc

“The speaker used the word “medium” while explaining the research project problem.”

acclaim

to praise someone or something publicly

“Learners hear “acclaim” while following the research project explanation.”

agriculture

the practice or science of farming

“A clear definition of the word “agriculture” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

appropriate

to take something for yourself when you do not have the right to do this

“A clear example helps learners use “appropriate” in a sentence about the research project.”

attribute

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

“The research project report includes a section on the word “attribute.””

burrow

to make a hole or passage in the ground

“The speaker explains how “burrow” is used in a report about the research project.”

contract

an official agreement between two or more people, stating what each will do

“Learners saw the word “contract” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

diverse

If a group of things is diverse, it is made up of a wide variety of things

“Researchers describe the research project evidence as diverse.”

ecstatic

feeling extremely happy and excited

“The report describes the research project issue as ecstatic.”

emergency

an unexpected and dangerous situation that must be dealt with immediately

“A clear definition of the word “emergency” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

expand

to become larger in size, number, or amount, or to make something become larger

“In the research project discussion, the verb “expand” describes an action or change.”

hazard

to risk losing your money, property etc in an attempt to gain something

“Learners hear “hazard” while following the research project explanation.”

innovation

the introduction of new ideas or methods

“The speaker used the word “innovation” while explaining the research project problem.”

moderate

to make something less extreme or violent, or to become less extreme or violent

“The speaker explains how “moderate” is used in a report about the research project.”

privilege

a special advantage that is given only to one person or group of people

“A clear definition of the word “privilege” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

scale

the size or level of something, or the amount that something is happening

“The research project report includes a section on the word “scale.””

status

the official legal position or condition of a person, group, country etc

“The research project report includes a section on the word “status.””

stock

a supply of a particular type of thing that a shop has available to sell

“The research project report includes a section on the word “stock.””

trial

a process of testing to find out whether something works effectively and is safe

“The research project report includes a section on the word “trial.””

animation

liveliness and excitement

“The research project report includes a section on the word “animation.””

appeal

to make a serious public request for help, money, information etc

“A clear example helps learners use “appeal” in a sentence about the research project.”

eliminate

to completely get rid of something that is unnecessary or unwanted

“In the research project discussion, the verb “eliminate” describes an action or change.”

perceive

to understand or think of something or someone in a particular way

“A clear example helps learners use “perceive” in a sentence about the research project.”

abandon

to leave someone, especially someone you are responsible for

“A clear example helps learners use “abandon” in a sentence about the research project.”

access

the way you use to enter a building or reach a place

“Learners saw the word “access” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

acute

an acute illness or disease quickly becomes very serious

“Researchers describe the research project evidence as acute.”

regulate

to control an activity or process, especially by rules

“The speaker explains how “regulate” is used in a report about the research project.”

volume

the amount of sound produced by a television, radio etc

“The research project report includes a section on the word “volume.””

dynamic

relating to a force or power that causes movement

“The speaker uses “dynamic” to characterize the research project situation.”

exceed

to be more than a particular number or amount

“Learners hear “exceed” while following the research project explanation.”

temporary

continuing for only a limited period of time

“During the research project discussion, “temporary” signals a particular quality.”

breakthrough

an important new discovery in something you are studying, especially one made after trying for a long time

“Learners saw the word “breakthrough” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

canal

a long passage dug into the ground and filled with water, either for boats to travel along, or to take water to a place

“A clear definition of the word “canal” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

drug

an illegal substance such as marijuana or cocaine , which some people take in order to feel happy, relaxed, or excited

“Learners saw the word “drug” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

enormous

very big in size or in amount

“The report describes the research project issue as enormous.”

Museum

a building where important cultural , historical, or scientific objects are kept and shown to the public

“The research project report includes a section on the word “museum.””

notation

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

“The research project report includes a section on the word “notation.””

rant

to talk or complain in a loud excited and rather confused way because you feel strongly about something

“The speaker explains how “rant” is used in a report about the research project.”

tremendous

very big, fast, powerful etc

“Researchers describe the research project evidence as tremendous.”

calculable

something that is calculable can be measured by using numbers, or studying the facts available

“The report describes the research project issue as calculable.”

decode

to discover the meaning of a message written in a code (= a set of secret signs or letters )

“In the research project discussion, the verb “decode” describes an action or change.”

ecology

the way in which plants, animals, and people are related to each other and to their environment, or the scientific study of this

“Learners saw the word “ecology” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

immense

extremely large

“Researchers describe the research project evidence as immense.”

investigation

an official attempt to find out the truth about or the cause of something such as a crime, accident, or scientific problem

“The research project report includes a section on the word “investigation.””

observer

someone who regularly watches or pays attention to particular things, events, situations etc

“The research project report includes a section on the word “observer.””

scholar

someone who knows a lot about a particular subject, especially one that is not a science subject

“The research project report includes a section on the word “scholar.””

horsepower

a unit for measuring the power of an engine, or the power of an engine measured like this

“Learners saw the word “horsepower” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

multiplication

a method of calculating in which you add a number to itself a particular number of times

“Learners saw the word “multiplication” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

peaceful

a peaceful time, place, or situation is quiet and calm without any worry or excitement

“The speaker uses “peaceful” to characterize the research project situation.”

pipette

a thin glass tube for sucking up exact amounts of liquid, used especially in chemistry

“A clear definition of the word “pipette” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

skittish

an animal, especially a horse, that is skittish gets excited or frightened very easily

“During the research project discussion, “skittish” signals a particular quality.”

arguable

If you say that it is arguable that something is true, you believe that it can be supported by evidence and that many people would agree with it

“During the research project discussion, “arguable” signals a particular quality.”

conduit

a pipe or passage through which water, gas, a set of electric wires etc passes

“Learners saw the word “conduit” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

discovery

a fact or thing that someone finds out about, when it was not known about before

“The research project report includes a section on the word “discovery.””

sociology

the scientific study of societies and the behaviour of people in groups

“The research project report includes a section on the word “sociology.””

telegraph

an old-fashioned method of sending messages using radio or electrical signals

“The research project report includes a section on the word “telegraph.””

braggadocio

proud talk about something that you claim to own, to have done etc

“Learners saw the word “braggadocio” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

chemist

a scientist who has special knowledge and training in chemistry

“The speaker used the word “chemist” while explaining the research project problem.”

coincidence

A coincidence is when two or more similar or related events occur at the same time by chance and without any planning

“The research project report includes a section on the word “coincidence.””

collision

an accident in which two or more people or vehicles hit each other while moving in different directions

“The research project report includes a section on the word “collision.””

condemn

to say very strongly that you do not approve of something or someone, especially because you think it is morally wrong

“In the research project discussion, the verb “condemn” describes an action or change.”

exotic

Something that is exotic is unusual and interesting, usually because it comes from or is related to a distant country

“The report describes the research project issue as exotic.”

graphic

a graphic account or description of an event is very clear and gives a lot of details, especially unpleasant ones

“Researchers describe the research project evidence as graphic.”

inference

something that you think is true, based on information that you have

“A clear definition of the word “inference” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

irritate

to make someone feel annoyed or impatient, especially by doing something many times or for a long period of time

“In the research project discussion, the verb “irritate” describes an action or change.”

latent

something that is latent is present but hidden, and may develop or become more noticeable in the future

“The report describes the research project issue as latent.”

panic

a sudden strong feeling of fear or nervousness that makes you unable to think clearly or behave sensibly

“A clear definition of the word “panic” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

physicist

a scientist who has special knowledge and training in physics

“The research project report includes a section on the word “physicist.””

retrospect

thinking back to a time in the past, especially with the advantage of knowing more now than you did then

“A clear definition of the word “retrospect” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

ritual

a ceremony that is always performed in the same way, in order to mark an important religious or social occasion

“The speaker used the word “ritual” while explaining the research project problem.”

subscribe

to pay money, usually once a year, to have copies of a newspaper or magazine sent to you, or to have some other service

“Learners hear “subscribe” while following the research project explanation.”

authentic

a painting, document, book etc that is authentic has been proved to be by a particular person

“The speaker uses “authentic” to characterize the research project situation.”

clumsy

moving or doing things in a careless way, especially so that you drop things, knock into things etc

“The speaker uses “clumsy” to characterize the research project situation.”

conclusive

Conclusive evidence shows that something is certainly true

“During the research project discussion, “conclusive” signals a particular quality.”

dilemma

a situation in which it is very difficult to decide what to do, because all the choices seem equally good or equally bad

“The speaker used the word “dilemma” while explaining the research project problem.”

eligible

an eligible man or woman would be good to marry because they are rich, attractive, and not married

“The speaker uses “eligible” to characterize the research project situation.”

exclusive

an important or exciting story that is printed in only one newspaper, because that newspaper was the first to find out about it

“The research project report includes a section on the word “exclusive.””

experimental

used for, relating to, or resulting from experiments

“Researchers describe the research project evidence as experimental.”

fluctuate

to change frequently in size, amount, quality, etc., especially from one extreme to another

“The speaker explains how “fluctuate” is used in a report about the research project.”

guile

the use of clever but dishonest methods to deceive someone

“Learners saw the word “guile” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

inspection

an official visit to a building or organization to check that everything is satisfactory and that rules are being obeyed

“The research project report includes a section on the word “inspection.””

leaflet

a small book or piece of paper advertising something or giving information on a particular subject

“The speaker used the word “leaflet” while explaining the research project problem.”

occlude

to block or stop up (a passage or opening); obstruct

“A clear example helps learners use “occlude” in a sentence about the research project.”

paradox

a situation that seems strange because it involves two ideas or qualities that are very different

“A clear definition of the word “paradox” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

perspective

a way of thinking about something, especially one which is influenced by the type of person you are or by your experiences

“Learners saw the word “perspective” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

plastic

a light strong material that is produced by a chemical process, and which can be made into different shapes when it is soft

“The research project report includes a section on the word “plastic.””

profile

a short description that gives important details about a person, a group of people, or a place

“The speaker used the word “profile” while explaining the research project problem.”

prosecute

to charge someone with a crime and try to show that they are guilty of it in a court of law

“Learners hear “prosecute” while following the research project explanation.”

prototype

the first form that a new design of a car, machine etc has, or a model of it used to test the design before it is produced

“Learners saw the word “prototype” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

spectrum

a complete range of opinions, people, situations etc, going from one extreme to its opposite

“A clear definition of the word “spectrum” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

speculate

to guess about the possible causes or effects of something, without knowing all the facts or details

“Learners hear “speculate” while following the research project explanation.”

testimony

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

“The research project report includes a section on the word “testimony.””

viable

a viable idea, plan, or method can work successfully

“During the research project discussion, “viable” signals a particular quality.”

accumulate

to gradually get more and more money, possessions, knowledge etc over a period of time

“In the research project discussion, the verb “accumulate” describes an action or change.”

astronomy

the scientific study of the stars and planet s

“The research project report includes a section on the word “astronomy.””

compress

to press something or make it smaller so that it takes up less space, or to become smaller

“In the research project discussion, the verb “compress” describes an action or change.”

convert

to change something into a different form, or to change something so that it can be used for a different purpose or in a different way

“The speaker explains how “convert” is used in a report about the research project.”

excite

to make someone feel happy, interested, or eager

“Learners hear “excite” while following the research project explanation.”

gravity

the force that causes something to fall to the ground or to be attracted to another planet

“Learners saw the word “gravity” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

mitigate

to make a situation or the effects of something less unpleasant, harmful, or serious

“In the research project discussion, the verb “mitigate” describes an action or change.”

peak

the time when something or someone is best, greatest, highest, most successful etc

“The speaker used the word “peak” while explaining the research project problem.”

penetrate

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

“In the research project discussion, the verb “penetrate” describes an action or change.”

rail

to complain angrily about something, especially something that you think is very unfair

“In the research project discussion, the verb “rail” describes an action or change.”

resent

to feel angry or upset about a situation or about something that someone has done, especially because you think that it is not fair

“The speaker explains how “resent” is used in a report about the research project.”

superficial

not studying or looking at something carefully and only seeing the most noticeable things

“During the research project discussion, “superficial” signals a particular quality.”

autonomy

freedom that a place or an organization has to govern or control itself

“The research project report includes a section on the word “autonomy.””

confront

to face someone in a threatening way, as though you are going to attack them

“The speaker explains how “confront” is used in a report about the research project.”

equivalent

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

“Researchers describe the research project evidence as equivalent.”

glimpse

to see someone or something for a moment without getting a complete view of them

“The speaker explains how “glimpse” is used in a report about the research project.”

humble

to show that you are not too proud to ask for something, admit you are wrong etc

“The speaker explains how “humble” is used in a report about the research project.”

implement

to take action or make changes that you have officially decided should happen

“A clear example helps learners use “implement” in a sentence about the research project.”

mask

something that covers all or part of your face, to protect or to hide it

“The research project report includes a section on the word “mask.””

monopoly

the complete control of trade in particular goods or the supply of a particular service; a type of goods or a service that is controlled in this way

“The speaker used the word “monopoly” while explaining the research project problem.”

perception

Someone who has perception realizes or notices things that are not obvious

“The speaker used the word “perception” while explaining the research project problem.”

recruit

to find new people to work in a company, join an organization, do a job etc

“Learners hear “recruit” while following the research project explanation.”

stagnant

not changing or making progress, and continuing to be in a bad condition

“The report describes the research project issue as stagnant.”

arbitrary

decided or arranged without any reason or plan, often unfairly

“The report describes the research project issue as arbitrary.”

auxiliary

a worker who provides additional help for another group of workers

“The research project report includes a section on the word “auxiliary.””

coincide

to happen at the same time as something else, especially by chance

“Learners hear “coincide” while following the research project explanation.”

crude

not exact or without any detail, but generally correct and useful

“During the research project discussion, “crude” signals a particular quality.”

disguise

to change someone’s appearance so that people cannot recognize them

“The speaker explains how “disguise” is used in a report about the research project.”

emigrate

to leave your own country in order to live in another country

“Learners hear “emigrate” while following the research project explanation.”

exaggerate

to make something seem better, larger, worse etc than it really is

“The speaker explains how “exaggerate” is used in a report about the research project.”

frustrate

to prevent someone’s plans, efforts, or attempts from succeeding

“In the research project discussion, the verb “frustrate” describes an action or change.”

ingredient

one of the foods that you use to make a particular food or dish

“The speaker used the word “ingredient” while explaining the research project problem.”

loop

to move in a circular direction that forms the shape of a loop

“Learners hear “loop” while following the research project explanation.”

momentum

the ability to keep increasing, developing, or being more successful

“Learners saw the word “momentum” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

obsolete

no longer useful, because something newer and better has been invented

“The speaker uses “obsolete” to characterize the research project situation.”

segment

to divide something into parts that are different from each other

“A clear example helps learners use “segment” in a sentence about the research project.”

undermine

to gradually make someone or something less strong or effective

“A clear example helps learners use “undermine” in a sentence about the research project.”

velocity

the speed of something that is moving in a particular direction

“A clear definition of the word “velocity” helped the group discuss the research project topic.”

volatile

a volatile situation is likely to change suddenly and without warning

“The report describes the research project issue as volatile.”

alloy

a metal that consists of two or more metals mixed together

“The speaker used the word “alloy” while explaining the research project problem.”

anticipate

to expect that something will happen and be ready for it

“Learners hear “anticipate” while following the research project explanation.”

commitment

a promise to do something or to behave in a particular way

“The speaker used the word “commitment” while explaining the research project problem.”

discharge

to send out gas, liquid, smoke etc, or to allow it to escape

“Learners hear “discharge” while following the research project explanation.”

distinction

a clear difference or separation between two similar things

“The research project report includes a section on the word “distinction.””

dwarf

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

“In the research project discussion, the verb “dwarf” describes an action or change.”

fraction

a part of a whole number in mathematics, such as ½ or ¾

“Learners saw the word “fraction” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

fracture

a crack or broken part in a bone or other hard substance

“The research project report includes a section on the word “fracture.””

linear

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

“During the research project discussion, “linear” signals a particular quality.”

measurable

able to be measured

“The speaker uses “measurable” to characterize the research project situation.”

penalty

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

“The speaker used the word “penalty” while explaining the research project problem.”

primitive

an artist who paints simple pictures like those of a child

“The speaker used the word “primitive” while explaining the research project problem.”

rural

happening in or relating to the countryside, not the city

“Researchers describe the research project evidence as rural.”

slit

to make a straight narrow cut in cloth, paper, skin etc

“In the research project discussion, the verb “slit” describes an action or change.”

terminate

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

“The speaker explains how “terminate” is used in a report about the research project.”

transparent

if something is transparent, you can see through it

“Researchers describe the research project evidence as transparent.”

acquaintance

someone you know, but who is not a close friend

“The speaker used the word “acquaintance” while explaining the research project problem.”

aggressive

an aggressive disease spreads quickly in the body

“The report describes the research project issue as aggressive.”

classify

to decide what group something belongs to

“Learners hear “classify” while following the research project explanation.”

compensate

to replace or balance the effect of something bad

“A clear example helps learners use “compensate” in a sentence about the research project.”

discern

to be able to see something by looking carefully

“In the research project discussion, the verb “discern” describes an action or change.”

duration

the length of time that something continues

“Learners saw the word “duration” while comparing two sides of the research project issue.”

equilibrium

a balance between different people, groups, or forces that compete with each other, so that none is stronger than the others and a situation is not likely to change suddenly

“The research project report includes a section on the word “equilibrium.””

fertile

fertile land or soil is able to produce good crops

“During the research project discussion, “fertile” signals a particular quality.”

hamper

to make it difficult for someone to do something

“The speaker explains how “hamper” is used in a report about the research project.”

pitch

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

“In the research project discussion, the verb “pitch” describes an action or change.”

plausible

reasonable and likely to be true or successful

“The speaker uses “plausible” to characterize the research project situation.”