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SAT Culture and communication

Writing & Language: Culture & media

Words for revising clarity, precision, and rhetorical effectiveness. Focus: culture & media.

Independent SAT study resource — not official exam material.

  • Teens and up
  • Culture & hobbies
  • Confident · B2
  • 250 words
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The words

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

precisely
used to emphasize that a particular thing is completely true or correct
“The speaker explained the culture and media discussion change precisely.”
cutting
an article that has been cut from a newspaper or magazine
“Learners saw the word “cutting” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
multiply
to do a calculation in which you add a number to itself a particular number of times
“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “multiply” describes an action or change.”
mode
a particular way or style of behaving, living or doing something
“The speaker used the word “mode” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
territorial
related to land that is owned or controlled by a particular country
“The speaker uses “territorial” to characterize the culture and media discussion situation.”
mean
to have or represent a particular meaning
“The speaker explains how “mean” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
dictionary
a book that gives a list of words in alphabetical order and explains their meanings in the same language, or another language
“Learners saw the word “dictionary” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
deduct
to take away an amount or part from a total
“The speaker explains how “deduct” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
quarterly
a magazine that is produced four times a year
“The speaker used the word “quarterly” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
correspond
if two things or ideas correspond, the parts or information in one relate to the parts or information in the other
“A clear example helps learners use “correspond” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
electronic
having or using many small parts, such as microchips , that control and direct a small electric current
“The report describes the culture and media discussion issue as electronic.”
modernism
a style of art, building etc that was popular especially from the 1940s to the 1960s, in which artists used simple shapes and modern artificial materials
“Learners saw the word “modernism” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
obituary
an article in a newspaper about the life of someone who has just died
“A clear definition of the word “obituary” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
prelude
a short piece of music, especially one played at the beginning of a longer musical piece or before a church ceremony
“The speaker used the word “prelude” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
recommendation
a suggestion to someone that they should choose a particular thing or person that you think is very good
“The speaker used the word “recommendation” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
thriller
a book or film that tells an exciting story about murder or crime
“Learners saw the word “thriller” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
ultimatum
a threat saying that if someone does not do what you want by a particular time, you will do something to punish them
“Learners saw the word “ultimatum” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
accompaniment
music that is played in the background at the same time as another instrument or singer that plays or sings the main tune
“A clear definition of the word “accompaniment” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
allot
to use a particular amount of time for something, or give a particular share of money, space etc to someone or something
“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “allot” describes an action or change.”
almanac
a book produced each year containing information about a particular subject, especially a sport, or important dates, times etc
“The speaker used the word “almanac” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
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 culture and media discussion.”
hebrew
the language traditionally used by the Jewish people
“The speaker used the word “hebrew” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
monitor
a television or part of a computer with a screen, on which you can see pictures or information
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “monitor.””
negative
an image on a photographic film that shows dark areas as light and light areas as dark, from which the final picture is printed
“A clear definition of the word “negative” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
rendition
someone’s performance of a play, piece of music etc
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “rendition.””
appointment
an arrangement for a meeting at an agreed time and place, for a particular purpose
“A clear definition of the word “appointment” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
assign
to give someone a particular job or make them responsible for a particular person or thing
“The speaker explains how “assign” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
compile
to make a book, list, record etc, using different pieces of information, music etc
“The speaker explains how “compile” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
dilate
if a hollow part of your body dilates or if something dilates it, it becomes wider
“A clear example helps learners use “dilate” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
file
to keep papers, documents etc in a particular place so that you can find them easily
“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “file” describes an action or change.”
float
a large vehicle that is decorated to drive through the streets as part of a special event
“Learners saw the word “float” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
infection
a disease that affects a particular part of your body and is caused by bacteria or a virus
“A clear definition of the word “infection” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
nucleus
the central part of an atom, made up of neutrons, protons, and other elementary particles
“A clear definition of the word “nucleus” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
quintet
five singers or musicians who perform together
“Learners saw the word “quintet” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
residential
a residential part of a town consists of private houses, with no offices or factories
“The report describes the culture and media discussion issue as residential.”
roll
a piece of paper, camera film, money etc that has been rolled into the shape of a tube
“The speaker used the word “roll” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
specialize
to limit all or most of your study, business etc to a particular subject or activity
“The speaker explains how “specialize” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
territory
land that is owned or controlled by a particular country, ruler, or military force
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “territory.””
villain
the main bad character in a film, play, or story
“A clear definition of the word “villain” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
adequate
enough in quantity or of a good enough quality for a particular purpose
“Researchers describe the culture and media discussion evidence as adequate.”
artery
one of the tubes that carries blood from your heart to the rest of your body
“A clear definition of the word “artery” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
consequence
something that happens as a result of a particular action or set of conditions
“The speaker used the word “consequence” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
duo
a piece of music for two performers
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “duo.””
nylon
a strong artificial material that is used to make plastics, clothes, rope etc
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “nylon.””
paralysis
the loss of the ability to move all or part of your body or feel things in it
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “paralysis.””
pervade
if a feeling, idea, or smell pervades a place, it is present in every part of it
“A clear example helps learners use “pervade” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
prospect
a particular event which will probably or definitely happen in the future – used especially when you want to talk about how you feel about it
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “prospect.””
rendezvous
an arrangement to meet someone at a particular time and place, often secretly
“The speaker used the word “rendezvous” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
sensibility
the way that someone reacts to particular subjects or types of behaviour
“A clear definition of the word “sensibility” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
undertake
to accept that you are responsible for a piece of work, and start to do it
“A clear example helps learners use “undertake” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
corrupt
to encourage someone to start behaving in an immoral or dishonest way
“A clear example helps learners use “corrupt” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
date
a particular day of the month or year, especially shown by a number
“Learners saw the word “date” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
deliver
to take goods, letters, packages etc to a particular place or person
“A clear example helps learners use “deliver” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
enthusiast
someone who is very interested in a particular activity or subject
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “enthusiast.””
isotope
one of the possible different forms of an atom of a particular element
“A clear definition of the word “isotope” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
plasma
the yellowish liquid part of blood that contains the blood cells
“Learners saw the word “plasma” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
preceding
happening or coming before the time, place, or part mentioned
“The speaker uses “preceding” to characterize the culture and media discussion situation.”
recall
to remember a particular fact, event, or situation from the past
“A clear example helps learners use “recall” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
rigorous
demanding that particular rules, processes, etc. are strictly followed
“Researchers describe the culture and media discussion evidence as rigorous.”
treatment
a particular way of behaving towards someone or of dealing with them
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “treatment.””
centenary
the day or year exactly 100 years after a particular event
“The speaker used the word “centenary” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
depart
to leave, especially when you are starting a journey
“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “depart” describes an action or change.”
excerpt
a short piece taken from a book, poem, piece of music etc
“A clear definition of the word “excerpt” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
interpret
to translate spoken words from one language into another
“The speaker explains how “interpret” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
launch
to start something, usually something big or important
“A clear example helps learners use “launch” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
lump
a small piece of something solid, without a particular shape
“Learners saw the word “lump” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
prominence
a part or place that is higher than what is around it
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “prominence.””
reference
a book, article etc from which information has been obtained
“A clear definition of the word “reference” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
syllable
a word or part of a word which contains a single vowel sound
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “syllable.””
thwart
to prevent someone from doing what they are trying to do
“Learners hear “thwart” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”
treatise
a serious book or article about a particular subject
“The speaker used the word “treatise” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
anecdote
a short story based on your personal experience
“A clear definition of the word “anecdote” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
apiece
costing or having a particular amount each
“The result was described apiece in the final culture and media discussion paragraph.”
classical
belonging to a traditional style or set of ideas
“During the culture and media discussion discussion, “classical” signals a particular quality.”
deposit
to put something down in a particular place
“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “deposit” describes an action or change.”
due
expected to happen or arrive at a particular time
“Researchers describe the culture and media discussion evidence as due.”
elapse
if a particular period of time elapses, it passes
“Learners hear “elapse” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”
fault
a bad or weak part of someone’s character
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “fault.””
infect
to make sb share a particular feeling
“The speaker explains how “infect” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
cardiac
relating to the heart
“During the culture and media discussion discussion, “cardiac” signals a particular quality.”
partial
not complete
“The speaker uses “partial” to characterize the culture and media discussion situation.”
declaration
an important official statement about a particular situation or plan, or the act of making this statement
“Learners saw the word “declaration” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion 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 culture and media discussion issue.”
fit
to put a piece of equipment into a place, or a new part onto a machine, so that it is ready to be used
“A clear example helps learners use “fit” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
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 culture and media discussion topic.”
perspire
if you perspire, parts of your body become wet, especially because you are hot or have been doing hard work
“Learners hear “perspire” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”
pinch
to press a part of someone’s skin very tightly between your finger and thumb, especially so that it hurts
“Learners hear “pinch” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”
proton
a very small piece of matter with a positive electrical charge that is in the central part of an atom
“Learners saw the word “proton” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
smooth
a smooth surface has no rough parts, lumps, or holes, especially in a way that is pleasant and attractive to touch
“Researchers describe the culture and media discussion evidence as smooth.”
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 culture and media discussion issue.”
caption
A caption is the words printed underneath a picture or cartoon which explain what it is about
“Learners saw the word “caption” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
convenience
the quality of being suitable or useful for a particular purpose, especially by making something easier or saving you time
“The speaker used the word “convenience” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
counterpart
Someone's or something's counterpart is another person or thing that has a similar function or position in a different place
“A clear definition of the word “counterpart” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
deadly
You can use deadly to emphasize that something has a particular quality, especially an unpleasant or undesirable quality
“The result was described deadly in the final culture and media discussion paragraph.”
entrepreneur
someone who starts a new business or arranges business deals in order to make money, often in a way that involves financial risks
“A clear definition of the word “entrepreneur” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
fixture
a piece of equipment that is fixed inside a house or building and is sold as part of the house
“A clear definition of the word “fixture” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
host
someone at a party, meal etc who has invited the guests and who provides the food, drink etc
“Learners saw the word “host” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
reception
a particular type of welcome for someone, or a particular type of reaction to their ideas, work etc
“The speaker used the word “reception” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
semblance
a situation, condition etc that is close to or similar to a particular one, usually a good one
“Learners saw the word “semblance” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
subject
the thing you are talking about or considering in a conversation, discussion, book, film etc
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “subject.””
underneath
the bottom surface of something, or the part of something that is below or under something else
“Learners saw the word “underneath” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
confine
to keep someone or something within the limits of a particular activity or subject
“Learners hear “confine” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”
feature
a part of something that you notice because it seems important, interesting, or typical
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “feature.””
flesh
the soft part of the body of a person or animal that is between the skin and the bones
“Learners saw the word “flesh” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
format
the size, shape, design etc, in which something such as a book or magazine is produced
“The speaker used the word “format” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
integral
Something that is an integral part of something is an essential part of that thing
“Researchers describe the culture and media discussion evidence as integral.”
interpreter
someone who changes spoken words from one language into an-other, especially as their job
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “interpreter.””
strain
to injure a muscle or part of your body by using it too much or making it work too hard
“The speaker explains how “strain” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
swell
to become larger and rounder than normal – used especially about parts of the body
“A clear example helps learners use “swell” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
tilt
to move a part of your body, especially your head or chin, upwards or to the side
“The speaker explains how “tilt” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
compose
The things that something is composed of are its parts or members. The separate things that compose something are the parts or members that form it.
“Learners hear “compose” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”
conjunction
a word such as ‘and’, ‘but’, or ‘because’ which joins parts of a sentence
“Learners saw the word “conjunction” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
enclosure
an area surrounded by a wall or fence, and used for a particular purpose
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “enclosure.””
exoskeleton
the hard parts on the outside of the body of creatures such as insects and crabs
“The speaker used the word “exoskeleton” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
journalist
someone who writes news reports for newspapers, magazines, television, or radio
“A clear definition of the word “journalist” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
melodious
something that sounds melodious sounds like music or has a pleasant tune
“The speaker uses “melodious” to characterize the culture and media discussion situation.”
organ
a part of the body, such as the heart or lungs, that has a particular purpose
“A clear definition of the word “organ” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
point
a single fact, idea, or opinion that is part of an argument or discussion
“Learners saw the word “point” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
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 culture and media discussion issue as postwar.”
prospective
someone who is likely to do a particular thing or achieve a particular position
“The report describes the culture and media discussion issue as prospective.”
stem
the long thin part of a plant, from which leaves, flowers, or fruit grow
“The speaker used the word “stem” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
swing
to make regular movements forwards and backwards or from one side to another while hanging from a particular point, or to make something do this
“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “swing” describes an action or change.”
tune
a series of musical notes that are played or sung and are nice to listen to
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “tune.””
twist
to bend or turn something, such as wire, hair, or cloth, into a particular shape
“A clear example helps learners use “twist” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
vegetative
relating to plants, and particularly to the way they grow or make new plants
“The report describes the culture and media discussion issue as vegetative.”
base
the most important part of something, from which new ideas develop
“A clear definition of the word “base” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
cathedral
the main church of a particular area under the control of a bishop
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “cathedral.””
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 culture and media discussion.”
crack
a very narrow space between two things or two parts of something
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “crack.””
dedicate
to give all your attention and effort to one particular thing
“A clear example helps learners use “dedicate” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
delicate
a part of the body that is delicate is attractive and graceful
“During the culture and media discussion discussion, “delicate” signals a particular quality.”
ignition
the electrical part of a vehicle’s engine that makes it start working
“The speaker used the word “ignition” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
resume
to start doing something again after stopping or being interrupted
“The speaker explains how “resume” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
subdivide
to divide into smaller parts something that is already divided
“A clear example helps learners use “subdivide” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
whistle
to make a high or musical sound by blowing air out through your lips
“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “whistle” describes an action or change.”
feel
to experience a particular physical feeling or emotion
“In this culture and media discussion, the word “feel” helps express a precise idea.”
heart
the organ in your chest which pumps blood through your body
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “heart.””
incline
to slope at a particular angle, or to make something do this
“Learners hear “incline” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”
lap
the upper part of your legs when you are sitting down
“The speaker used the word “lap” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
limb
an arm or a leg; a similar part of an animal, such as a wing
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “limb.””
needlework
the activity or art of sewing, or things made by sewing
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “needlework.””
pillar
a very important part of a system of beliefs or ideas
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “pillar.””
possession
something that you own or have with you at a particular time
“Learners saw the word “possession” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
predecessor
someone who had your job before you started doing it
“A clear definition of the word “predecessor” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
presence
when someone or something is present in a particular place
“The speaker used the word “presence” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
put
to say or write something using words in a particular way
“The speaker explains how “put” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
recipe
a set of instructions for cooking a particular type of food
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “recipe.””
turnover
the amount of business done during a particular period
“The speaker used the word “turnover” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
universal
involving everyone in the world or in a particular group
“The speaker uses “universal” to characterize the culture and media discussion situation.”
amplify
to make sound louder, especially musical sound
“Learners hear “amplify” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”
articulate
to express your ideas or feelings in words
“Learners hear “articulate” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”
composite
something made up of different parts or materials
“A clear definition of the word “composite” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
harmony
notes of music combined together in a pleasant way
“Learners saw the word “harmony” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
neutron
a part of an atom that has no electrical charge
“A clear definition of the word “neutron” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
opinion
your ideas or beliefs about a particular subject
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “opinion.””
sufficient
as much as is needed for a particular purpose
“The report describes the culture and media discussion issue as sufficient.”
throughout
in every part of a particular area, place etc
“In this culture and media discussion, the word “throughout” helps express a precise idea.”
vaudeville
a type of theatre entertainment, popular from the 1880s to the 1950s, in which there were many short performances of different kinds, including singing, dancing, jokes etc
“The speaker used the word “vaudeville” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
area
a particular part of a country, town etc
“The speaker used the word “area” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
burgher
someone who lives in a particular town
“A clear definition of the word “burgher” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
crown
the top part of a hat or someone’s head
“The speaker used the word “crown” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
interior
the inner part or inside of something
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “interior.””
cancer
a very serious disease in which cells in one part of the body start to grow in a way that is not normal
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “cancer.””
constrain
To constrain someone or something means to limit their development or force them to behave in a particular way
“The speaker explains how “constrain” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
dart
a small pointed object that is thrown or shot as a weapon, or one that is thrown in the game of darts
“A clear definition of the word “dart” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
patrol
to go around the different parts of an area or building at regular times to check that there is no trouble or danger
“Learners hear “patrol” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”
producer
someone whose job is to control the preparation of a play, film, or broadcast, but who does not direct the actors
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “producer.””
quarantine
to keep a person or animal apart from others for a period of time in case they are carrying a disease
“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “quarantine” describes an action or change.”
skirt
a piece of outer clothing worn by women and girls, which hangs down from the waist like the bottom part of a dress
“The speaker used the word “skirt” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
tuck
a pleat or fold in a part of a garment, usually stitched down so as to make it a better fit or as decoration
“A clear definition of the word “tuck” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
boycott
to refuse to buy something, use something, or take part in something as a way of protesting
“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “boycott” describes an action or change.”
layman
someone who is not trained in a particular subject or type of work, especially when they are being compared with someone who is
“Learners saw the word “layman” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
Module
a part of a spacecraft that can be separated from the main part and used for a particular purpose
“Learners saw the word “module” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
renunciation
when someone makes a formal decision to no longer believe in something, live in a particular way etc
“A clear definition of the word “renunciation” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
studio
a room where television and radio programmes are made and broadcast or where music is recorded
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “studio.””
thumb
the part of your hand that is shaped like a thick short finger and helps you to hold things
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “thumb.””
cart
a vehicle with no roof that is pulled by a horse and used for carrying heavy things
“Learners saw the word “cart” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
classic
having all the features that are typical or expected of a particular thing or situation
“Researchers describe the culture and media discussion evidence as classic.”
clutch
the pedal that you press with your foot when driving a vehicle in order to change gear , or the part of the vehicle that this controls
“A clear definition of the word “clutch” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
deviate
To deviate from something means to start doing something different or not planned, especially in a way that causes problems for others
“Learners hear “deviate” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”
inaugurate
to hold an official ceremony when someone starts doing an important job in government
“The speaker explains how “inaugurate” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
maize
a tall plant with large yellow seeds that grow together on a cob (= long hard part ) , and that are cooked and eaten as a vegetable
“Learners saw the word “maize” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
permeate
if liquid, gas etc permeates something, it enters it and spreads through every part of it
“A clear example helps learners use “permeate” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
symptom
something wrong with your body or mind which shows that you have a particular illness
“The speaker used the word “symptom” while explaining the culture and media discussion 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 culture and media discussion issue.”
vestige
a small part or amount of something that remains when most of it no longer exists
“A clear definition of the word “vestige” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
auditorium
the part of a theatre where people sit when watching a play, concert etc
“A clear definition of the word “auditorium” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
coverage
when a subject or event is reported on television or radio, or in newspapers
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “coverage.””
deem
to think of something in a particular way or as having a particular quality
“A clear example helps learners use “deem” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
doctrine
a set of beliefs that form an important part of a religion or system of ideas
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “doctrine.””
kit
a set of tools, equipment etc that you use for a particular purpose or activity
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “kit.””
piston
a part of an engine consisting of a short solid piece of metal inside a tube, which moves up and down to make the other parts of the engine move
“The speaker used the word “piston” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
activate
to make an electrical system or chemical process start working
“The speaker explains how “activate” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
carton
a small box made of cardboard or plastic that contains food or a drink
“A clear definition of the word “carton” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
comic
a magazine for children that tells a story using comic strips
“A clear definition of the word “comic” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
crumble
to break apart into lots of little pieces, or make something do this
“Learners hear “crumble” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”
exposition
a large public event at which you show or sell products, art etc
“Learners saw the word “exposition” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
gear
a set of equipment or tools you need for a particular activity
“A clear definition of the word “gear” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
mediate
to try to end a quarrel between two people, groups, countries etc
“The speaker explains how “mediate” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
petal
one of the coloured parts of a flower that are shaped like leaves
“Learners saw the word “petal” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
rhetoric
the art of speaking or writing to persuade or influence people
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “rhetoric.””
spotlight
a light with a very bright beam which can be directed at someone or something. Spotlights are often used to light a stage when actors or singers are performing
“Learners saw the word “spotlight” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
theme
the main subject or idea in a piece of writing, speech, film etc
“A clear definition of the word “theme” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
vocational
teaching or relating to the skills you need to do a particular job
“The report describes the culture and media discussion issue as vocational.”
bristle
a short stiff hair, wire etc that forms part of a brush
“The speaker used the word “bristle” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
chorus
the part of a song that is repeated after each verse
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “chorus.””
erupt
if fighting, violence, noise etc erupts, it starts suddenly
“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “erupt” describes an action or change.”
ignite
to start burning, or to make something start burning
“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “ignite” describes an action or change.”
melody
the arrangement of musical notes in a way that is pleasant
“Learners saw the word “melody” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
projection
the act of projecting a film or picture onto a screen
“The speaker used the word “projection” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
spectacular
an event or performance that is very large and impressive
“A clear definition of the word “spectacular” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
startle
to make someone suddenly surprised or slightly shocked
“A clear example helps learners use “startle” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
thigh
the top part of your leg, between your knee and your hip
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “thigh.””
title
the name given to a particular book, painting, play etc
“Learners saw the word “title” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
arctic
relating to the most northern part of the world
“Researchers describe the culture and media discussion evidence as arctic.”
entail
to involve something as a necessary part or result
“The speaker explains how “entail” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
impart
to give a particular quality to something
“The speaker explains how “impart” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
jargon
words and expressions used in a particular profession or by a particular group of people, which are difficult for other people to understand – often used to show disapproval
“The speaker used the word “jargon” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
melancholy
a feeling of sadness for no particular reason
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “melancholy.””
requisite
something that is needed for a particular purpose
“A clear definition of the word “requisite” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
usage
the way that words are used in a language
“The speaker used the word “usage” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
architect
someone whose job is to design buildings
“A clear definition of the word “architect” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
vicinity
in the area around a particular place
“A clear definition of the word “vicinity” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
dwell
to live in a particular place
“In the culture and media discussion discussion, the verb “dwell” describes an action or change.”
terrain
a particular type of land
“The speaker used the word “terrain” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
epoch
a period of history
“A clear definition of the word “epoch” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
attach
to allow something to happen, but only if someone agrees to do a particular thing or accept a particular idea
“The speaker explains how “attach” is used in a report about the culture and media discussion.”
battle
a fight between opposing armies, groups of ships, groups of people etc, especially one that is part of a larger war
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “battle.””
book
to make arrangements to stay in a place, eat in a restaurant, go to a theatre etc at a particular time in the future
“A clear example helps learners use “book” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
calendar
a set of pages that show the days, weeks, and months of a particular year, that you usually hang on a wall
“Learners saw the word “calendar” while comparing two sides of the culture and media discussion issue.”
catholicism
Catholicism is the traditions, the behaviour, and the set of Christian beliefs that are held by Catholics
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “catholicism.””
colloquial
language or words that are colloquial are used mainly in informal conversations rather than in writing or formal speech
“The speaker uses “colloquial” to characterize the culture and media discussion situation.”
dais
a low stage in a room that you stand on when you are making a speech or performing, so that people can see and hear you
“The speaker used the word “dais” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
delivery
the act of bringing goods, letters etc to a particular person or place, or the things that are brought
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “delivery.””
endemic
an endemic disease or problem is always present in a particular place, or among a particular group of people
“The speaker uses “endemic” to characterize the culture and media discussion situation.”
hand
the part of your body at the end of your arm, including your fingers and thumb, that you use to hold things
“A clear definition of the word “hand” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
heterodox
heterodox beliefs, practices etc are not approved of by a particular group, especially a religious one
“Researchers describe the culture and media discussion evidence as heterodox.”
middle
the part that is nearest the centre of something, and furthest from the sides, edges, top, bottom etc
“A clear definition of the word “middle” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
model
a small copy of a building, vehicle, machine etc, especially one that can be put together from separate parts
“The speaker used the word “model” while explaining the culture and media discussion problem.”
radio
a piece of electronic equipment which you use to listen to programmes that are broadcast, such as music and news
“A clear definition of the word “radio” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
react
to behave in a particular way or show a particular emotion because of something that has happened or been said
“A clear example helps learners use “react” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
wean
to gradually stop feeding a baby or young animal on its mother’s milk and start giving it ordinary food
“A clear example helps learners use “wean” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
abdominal
Abdominal is used to describe something that is situated in the abdomen or forms part of it
“During the culture and media discussion discussion, “abdominal” signals a particular quality.”
anode
the part of a battery that collects electron s , often a wire or piece of metal with the sign (+)
“A clear definition of the word “anode” helped the group discuss the culture and media discussion topic.”
baton
a short thin stick used by a conductor (= the leader of a group of musicians ) to direct the music
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “baton.””
bear
to have or show a sign, mark, or particular appearance, especially when this shows that something has happened or is true
“Learners hear “bear” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”
calculus
the part of mathematics that deals with changing quantities, such as the speed of a falling stone or the slope of a curved line
“The culture and media discussion report includes a section on the word “calculus.””
entertain
to invite people to your home for a meal, party etc, or to take your company’s customers somewhere to have a meal, drinks etc
“Learners hear “entertain” while following the culture and media discussion explanation.”
enthrone
if a king or queen is enthroned, there is a ceremony to show that they are starting to rule
“A clear example helps learners use “enthrone” in a sentence about the culture and media discussion.”
faithful
remaining loyal to a particular person, belief, political party etc and continuing to support them
“During the culture and media discussion discussion, “faithful” signals a particular quality.”