SAT Environment and science

Academic Context: Environment & change

High-utility academic language across common SAT reading domains. Focus: environment & change.

Independent SAT study resource — not official exam material.

Teens and up
Environment & science
Confident · B2
250 words

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rinse: to wash clothes, dishes, vegetables etc quickly with water, especially running water, and without soap; “The speaker explains how “rinse” is used in a report about the environmental project.”
mathematics: the science of numbers and of shapes, including algebra , geometry , and arithmetic; “The environmental project report includes a section on the word “mathematics.””
charisma: a natural ability to attract and interest other people and make them admire you; “The environmental project report includes a section on the word “charisma.””
climate: the typical weather conditions in a particular area; “A clear definition of the word “climate” helped the group discuss the environmental project topic.”
babble: to make a sound like water moving over stones; “In the environmental project discussion, the verb “babble” describes an action or change.”
defect: a fault or a lack of something that means that something or someone is not perfect; “A clear definition of the word “defect” helped the group discuss the environmental project topic.”
hull: the main part of a ship that goes in the water; “The speaker used the word “hull” while explaining the environmental project problem.”
gross: to earn £20,000 etc before tax has been taken away; “Learners hear “gross” while following the environmental project explanation.”
water: the clear liquid without colour, smell, or taste that falls as rain and that is used for drinking, washing etc; “In this environmental project, the word “water” helps express a precise idea.”
implication: a situation in which it is shown or suggested that someone or something is involved in a crime or a dishonest act; “The speaker used the word “implication” while explaining the environmental project problem.”
interim: intended to be used or accepted for a short time only, until something or someone final can be made or found; “The report describes the environmental project issue as interim.”
missile: a weapon that can fly over long distances and that explodes when it hits the thing it has been aimed at; “Learners saw the word “missile” while comparing two sides of the environmental project issue.”
refurbish: To refurbish a building or room means to clean it and decorate it and make it more attractive or better equipped; “Learners hear “refurbish” while following the environmental project explanation.”
deficit: the difference between the amount of something that you have and the higher amount that you need; “The environmental project report includes a section on the word “deficit.””
humid: if the weather is humid, you feel uncomfortable because the air is very wet and usually hot; “During the environmental project discussion, “humid” signals a particular quality.”
submerge: to make yourself very busy doing something, especially in order to forget about something else; “Learners hear “submerge” while following the environmental project explanation.”
supplement: to add something, especially to what you earn or eat, in order to increase it to an acceptable level; “The speaker explains how “supplement” is used in a report about the environmental project.”
transmit: to send out electronic signals, messages etc using radio, television, or other similar equipment; “Learners hear “transmit” while following the environmental project explanation.”
ultimate: someone’s ultimate aim is their main and most important aim, that they hope to achieve in the future; “The speaker uses “ultimate” to characterize the environmental project situation.”
affinity: a close relationship between two things because of qualities or features that they share; “Learners saw the word “affinity” while comparing two sides of the environmental project issue.”
comprehensive: including all the necessary facts, details, or problems that need to be dealt with; “The report describes the environmental project issue as comprehensive.”
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 environmental project topic.”
subordinate: someone who has a lower position and less authority than someone else in an organization; “The environmental project report includes a section on the word “subordinate.””
accessible: a place, building, or object that is accessible is easy to reach or get into; “Researchers describe the environmental project evidence as accessible.”
beam: a long heavy piece of wood or metal used in building houses, bridges etc; “The speaker used the word “beam” while explaining the environmental project problem.”
contempt: a feeling that someone or something is not important and deserves no respect; “Learners saw the word “contempt” while comparing two sides of the environmental project issue.”
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 environmental project topic.”
oak: a large tree that is common in northern countries, or the hard wood of this tree; “A clear definition of the word “oak” helped the group discuss the environmental project topic.”
physical: relating to or following natural laws; “The speaker uses “physical” to characterize the environmental project situation.”
tedious: something that is tedious continues for a long time and is not interesting; “The speaker uses “tedious” to characterize the environmental project situation.”
bacteria: very small living things, some of which cause illness or disease; “A clear definition of the word “bacteria” helped the group discuss the environmental project topic.”
indignant: angry and surprised because you feel insulted or unfairly treated; “The report describes the environmental project issue as indignant.”
lucrative: a job or activity that is lucrative lets you earn a lot of money; “During the environmental project discussion, “lucrative” signals a particular quality.”
receptive: willing to consider new ideas or listen to someone else’s opinions; “During the environmental project discussion, “receptive” signals a particular quality.”
redundant: not necessary because something else means or does the same thing; “The speaker uses “redundant” to characterize the environmental project situation.”
replenish: to put new supplies into something, or to fill something again; “Learners hear “replenish” while following the environmental project explanation.”
compliment: a remark that shows you admire someone or something; “The environmental project report includes a section on the word “compliment.””
imaginary: not real, but produced from pictures or ideas in your mind; “The speaker uses “imaginary” to characterize the environmental project situation.”
diplomatic: relating to or involving the work of diplomats; “Researchers describe the environmental project evidence as diplomatic.”
gloomy: making you feel that things will not improve; “During the environmental project discussion, “gloomy” signals a particular quality.”
tangible: if something is tangible, you can touch or feel it; “Researchers describe the environmental project evidence as tangible.”
rectify: to correct something that is wrong; “Learners hear “rectify” while following the environmental project explanation.”
robust: a robust person is strong and healthy; “During the environmental project discussion, “robust” signals a particular quality.”
solvent: having enough money to pay your debts; “During the environmental project discussion, “solvent” signals a particular quality.”
bizarre: very unusual or strange; “During the environmental project discussion, “bizarre” signals a particular quality.”
crustacean: an animal such as a lobster or a crab that has a hard outer shell and several pairs of legs, and usually lives in water; “The speaker used the word “crustacean” while explaining the environmental project problem.”
genetic: relating to genes or genetics; “During the environmental project discussion, “genetic” signals a particular quality.”
granular: consisting of granules; “The report describes the environmental project issue as granular.”
plant: a living thing that has leaves and roots and grows in earth, especially one that is smaller than a tree; “A clear definition of the word “plant” helped the group discuss the environmental project topic.”
protrude: to stick out from somewhere; “The speaker explains how “protrude” is used in a report about the environmental project.”
sparse: existing only in small amounts; “Researchers describe the environmental project evidence as sparse.”
afloat: If someone or something is afloat, they remain partly above the surface of water and do not sink; “The result was described afloat in the final environmental project paragraph.”
anonymous: unknown by name; “The speaker uses “anonymous” to characterize the environmental project situation.”
asteroid: one of the many small planet s that move around the Sun, especially between Mars and Jupiter; “A clear definition of the word “asteroid” helped the group discuss the environmental project topic.”
dragonfly: a brightly-coloured insect with a long thin body and transparent wings which lives near water; “Learners saw the word “dragonfly” while comparing two sides of the environmental project issue.”
genial: friendly and happy; “The report describes the environmental project issue as genial.”
harrow: a farming machine with sharp metal blades, used to break up the earth before planting crops; “A clear definition of the word “harrow” helped the group discuss the environmental project topic.”
mansion: a very large house; “The speaker used the word “mansion” while explaining the environmental project problem.”
mythology: set of ancient myths; “The environmental project report includes a section on the word “mythology.””
wallow: if an animal or person wallows, it rolls around in mud, water etc for pleasure or to keep cool; “Learners hear “wallow” while following the environmental project explanation.”
chlorine: a greenish-yellow gas with a strong smell that is used to keep the water in swimming pools clean. It is a chemical element: symbol Cl; “The environmental project report includes a section on the word “chlorine.””
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 environmental project topic.”
meteorite: A meteorite is a large piece of rock or metal from space that has landed on Earth; “Learners saw the word “meteorite” while comparing two sides of the environmental project issue.”
sprightly: an old person who is sprightly is still active and full of energy – used to show approval; “Researchers describe the environmental project evidence as sprightly.”
ballast: heavy material that is carried by a ship to make it more steady in the water; “A clear definition of the word “ballast” helped the group discuss the environmental project topic.”
ecstasy: an illegal drug that gives a feeling of happiness and energy. Ecstasy is especially used by people who go out to dance at clubs and parties.; “The environmental project report includes a section on the word “ecstasy.””
abundant: something that is abundant exists or is available in large quantities so that there is more than enough; “The speaker uses “abundant” to characterize the environmental project situation.”
acquiesce: to do what someone else wants, or allow something to happen, even though you do not really agree with it; “A clear example helps learners use “acquiesce” in a sentence about the environmental project.”
bureaucracy: a complicated official system that is annoying or confusing because it has a lot of rules, processes etc; “Learners saw the word “bureaucracy” while comparing two sides of the environmental project issue.”
coherent: if a piece of writing, set of ideas etc is coherent, it is easy to understand because it is clear and reasonable; “The report describes the environmental project issue as coherent.”
disadvantage: something that causes problems, or that makes someone or something less likely to be successful or effective; “A clear definition of the word “disadvantage” helped the group discuss the environmental project topic.”
factitious: made to happen artificially by people rather than happening naturally; “During the environmental project discussion, “factitious” signals a particular quality.”
gutter: the low part at the edge of a road where water collects and flows away; “A clear definition of the word “gutter” helped the group discuss the environmental project topic.”
inertia: the force that keeps an object in the same position or keeps it moving until it is moved or stopped by another force; “The environmental project report includes a section on the word “inertia.””
interrogate: to ask someone a lot of questions for a long time in order to get information, sometimes using threats; “In the environmental project discussion, the verb “interrogate” describes an action or change.”
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 environmental project.”
mock: to laugh at someone or something and try to make them look stupid by saying unkind things about them or by copying them; “Learners hear “mock” while following the environmental project explanation.”
platitude: a statement that has been made many times before and is not interesting or clever – used to show disapproval; “The environmental project report includes a section on the word “platitude.””
preference: if you have a preference for something, you like it more than another thing and will choose it if you can; “A clear definition of the word “preference” helped the group discuss the environmental project topic.”
recede: When something such as a quality, problem, or illness recedes, it becomes weaker, smaller, or less intense; “In the environmental project discussion, the verb “recede” describes an action or change.”
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 environmental project issue.”
revitalize: To revitalize something that has lost its activity or its health means to make it active or healthy again; “A clear example helps learners use “revitalize” in a sentence about the environmental project.”
supplant: to take the place of a person or thing so that they are no longer used, no longer in a position of power etc; “A clear example helps learners use “supplant” in a sentence about the environmental project.”
vague: unclear because someone does not give enough detailed information or does not say exactly what they mean; “The report describes the environmental project issue as vague.”
whim: a sudden feeling that you would like to do or have something, especially when there is no important or good reason; “The speaker used the word “whim” while explaining the environmental project problem.”
aliment: something that nourishes or sustains the body or mind; “Learners saw the word “aliment” while comparing two sides of the environmental project issue.”
counteract: to reduce or prevent the bad effect of something, by doing something that has the opposite effect; “In the environmental project discussion, the verb “counteract” describes an action or change.”
exposure: when someone is in a situation where they are not protected from something dangerous or unpleasant; “A clear definition of the word “exposure” helped the group discuss the environmental project topic.”
gasoline: a liquid obtained from petroleum, used mainly for producing power in the engines of cars, trucks etc; “Learners saw the word “gasoline” while comparing two sides of the environmental project issue.”
hoard: to collect and save large amounts of food, money etc, especially when it is not necessary to do so; “Learners hear “hoard” while following the environmental project explanation.”
hormone: a chemical substance produced by your body that influences its growth, development, and condition; “The environmental project report includes a section on the word “hormone.””
lithosphere: the rigid outer layer of the earth, having an average thickness of about 75 km and comprising the earth's crust and the solid part of the mantle above the asthenosphere; “A clear definition of the word “lithosphere” helped the group discuss the environmental project topic.”
overgraze: to graze (land) beyond its capacity to sustain stock; “The speaker explains how “overgraze” is used in a report about the environmental project.”
pragmatic: dealing with problems in a sensible practical way instead of strictly following a set of ideas; “The report describes the environmental project issue as pragmatic.”
prescription: a piece of paper on which a doctor writes what medicine a sick person should have, so that they can get it from a pharmacist; “Learners saw the word “prescription” while comparing two sides of the environmental project issue.”
saliva: the liquid that is produced naturally in your mouth; “The environmental project report includes a section on the word “saliva.””
siege: a situation in which an army or the police surround a place and try to gain control of it or force someone to come out of it; “The speaker used the word “siege” while explaining the environmental project problem.”
snowflake: a small soft flat piece of frozen water that falls as snow; “Learners saw the word “snowflake” while comparing two sides of the environmental project issue.”
succumb: to stop opposing someone or something that is stronger than you, and allow them to take control; “Learners hear “succumb” while following the environmental project explanation.”
tarnish: if metals such as silver, copper , or brass tarnish, or if something tarnishes them, they become dull and lose their colour; “The speaker explains how “tarnish” is used in a report about the environmental project.”
tribute: something that you say, do, or give in order to express your respect or admiration for someone; “A clear definition of the word “tribute” helped the group discuss the environmental project topic.”
abrasion: the process of rubbing a surface very hard so that it becomes damaged or disappears; “A clear definition of the word “abrasion” helped the group discuss the environmental project topic.”
amass: if you amass money, knowledge, information etc, you gradually collect a large amount of it; “The speaker explains how “amass” is used in a report about the environmental project.”
camouflage: a way of hiding something, especially soldiers and military equipment, by using paint, leaves etc to make it look like the things around it; “The environmental project report includes a section on the word “camouflage.””
earnest: to really mean what you are saying, especially when expressing an intention or wish; “Learners saw the word “earnest” while comparing two sides of the environmental project issue.”
effluent: liquid waste, especially chemicals or sewage; “The speaker used the word “effluent” while explaining the environmental project problem.”
emblem: a picture, shape, or object that is used to represent a country, organization etc; “Learners saw the word “emblem” while comparing two sides of the environmental project issue.”
fissure: a deep crack, especially in rock or earth; “The speaker used the word “fissure” while explaining the environmental project problem.”
immerse: to put someone or something deep into a liquid so that they are completely covered; “Learners hear “immerse” while following the environmental project explanation.”
island: a piece of land completely surrounded by water; “A clear definition of the word “island” helped the group discuss the environmental project topic.”
magma: hot melted rock below the surface of the Earth; “A clear definition of the word “magma” helped the group discuss the environmental project topic.”
nomenclature: a system of naming things, especially in science; “The speaker used the word “nomenclature” while explaining the environmental project problem.”
ponderous: Ponderous writing or speech is very serious, uses more words than necessary, and is dull; “During the environmental project discussion, “ponderous” signals a particular quality.”
quotation: a sentence or phrase from a book, speech etc which you repeat in a speech or piece of writing because it is interesting or amusing; “The environmental project report includes a section on the word “quotation.””
turbid: turbid water or liquid is dirty and muddy; “Researchers describe the environmental project evidence as turbid.”
vulgar: remarks, jokes etc that are vulgar deal with sex in a very rude and offensive way; “The speaker uses “vulgar” to characterize the environmental project situation.”
anomaly: something that is noticeable because it is different from what is usual; “The speaker used the word “anomaly” while explaining the environmental project problem.”
anxious: feeling strongly that you want to do something or want something to happen; “During the environmental project discussion, “anxious” signals a particular quality.”
balance: a state in which all your weight is evenly spread so that you do not fall; “Learners saw the word “balance” while comparing two sides of the environmental project issue.”
crustal: of or relating to the earth's crust; “Researchers describe the environmental project evidence as crustal.”
equation: a statement in mathematics that shows that two amounts or totals are equal; “Learners saw the word “equation” while comparing two sides of the environmental project issue.”
exorbitant: an exorbitant price, amount of money etc is much higher than it should be; “The report describes the environmental project issue as exorbitant.”
expect: to think that something will happen because it seems likely or has been planned; “The speaker explains how “expect” is used in a report about the environmental project.”
gourmet: someone who knows a lot about food and wine and who enjoys good food and wine; “A clear definition of the word “gourmet” helped the group discuss the environmental project topic.”
impact: the effect or influence that an event, situation etc has on someone or something; “Learners saw the word “impact” while comparing two sides of the environmental project issue.”
impede: to make it difficult for someone or something to move forward or make progress; “In the environmental project discussion, the verb “impede” describes an action or change.”
leisure: time when you are not working or studying and can relax and do things you enjoy; “The speaker used the word “leisure” while explaining the environmental project problem.”
punctual: arriving, happening, or being done at exactly the time that has been arranged; “The report describes the environmental project issue as punctual.”
rudimentary: a rudimentary knowledge or understanding of a subject is very simple and basic; “The report describes the environmental project issue as rudimentary.”
shroud: a cloth that is wrapped around a dead person’s body before it is buried; “The speaker used the word “shroud” while explaining the environmental project problem.”
slick: if something is slick, it is done in a skilful and attractive way and seems expensive, but it often contains no important or interesting ideas; “Researchers describe the environmental project evidence as slick.”
sum: the total produced when you add two or more numbers or amounts together; “The speaker used the word “sum” while explaining the environmental project problem.”
vacate: to leave a job or position so that it is available for someone else to do; “In the environmental project discussion, the verb “vacate” describes an action or change.”
version: a copy of something that has been changed so that it is slightly different; “Learners saw the word “version” while comparing two sides of the environmental project issue.”
wade: to walk through water that is not deep; “The speaker explains how “wade” is used in a report about the environmental project.”
accomplish: to succeed in doing something, especially after trying very hard; “A clear example helps learners use “accomplish” in a sentence about the environmental project.”
alkali: a substance that forms a chemical salt when combined with an acid; “Learners saw the word “alkali” while comparing two sides of the environmental project issue.”
allude: If you allude to something, you mention it in an indirect way; “A clear example helps learners use “allude” in a sentence about the environmental project.”
analysis: a process in which a doctor makes someone talk about their past experiences, relationships etc in order to help them with mental or emotional problems; “The environmental project report includes a section on the word “analysis.””
assent: to agree to a suggestion, idea etc after considering it carefully; “Learners hear “assent” while following the environmental project explanation.”
assimilate: to completely understand and begin to use new ideas, information etc; “In the environmental project discussion, the verb “assimilate” describes an action or change.”
augment: to increase the value, amount, effectiveness etc of something; “The speaker explains how “augment” is used in a report about the environmental project.”
concentration: the ability to think about something carefully or for a long time; “A clear definition of the word “concentration” helped the group discuss the environmental project topic.”
degenerate: someone whose behaviour is considered to be morally unacceptable; “The environmental project report includes a section on the word “degenerate.””
diligent: someone who is diligent works hard and is careful and thorough; “The report describes the environmental project issue as diligent.”
dispel: to make something go away, especially a belief, idea, or feeling; “The speaker explains how “dispel” is used in a report about the environmental project.”
economical: using money, time, goods etc carefully and without wasting any; “Researchers describe the environmental project evidence as economical.”
erode: to gradually reduce something such as someone’s power or confidence; “A clear example helps learners use “erode” in a sentence about the environmental project.”
exact: to demand and get something from someone by using threats, force etc; “The speaker explains how “exact” is used in a report about the environmental project.”
exert: to use your power, influence etc in order to make something happen; “In the environmental project discussion, the verb “exert” describes an action or change.”
fortuitous: happening by chance, especially in a way that has a good result; “The report describes the environmental project issue as fortuitous.”
germinate: if a seed germinates, or if it is germinated, it begins to grow; “In the environmental project discussion, the verb “germinate” describes an action or change.”
imbibe: to drink something, especially alcohol – sometimes used humorously; “In the environmental project discussion, the verb “imbibe” describes an action or change.”
imprint: the mark left by an object being pressed into or onto something; “A clear definition of the word “imprint” helped the group discuss the environmental project topic.”
inert: not producing a chemical reaction when combined with other substances; “Researchers describe the environmental project evidence as inert.”
malleable: something that is malleable is easy to press or pull into a new shape; “During the environmental project discussion, “malleable” signals a particular quality.”
pretext: a false reason given for an action, in order to hide the real reason; “The environmental project report includes a section on the word “pretext.””
reveal: to make known something that was previously secret or unknown; “A clear example helps learners use “reveal” in a sentence about the environmental project.”
solid: a firm object or substance that has a fixed shape, not a gas or liquid; “A clear definition of the word “solid” helped the group discuss the environmental project topic.”
subdue: to defeat or control a person or group, especially using force; “In the environmental project discussion, the verb “subdue” describes an action or change.”
switch: to change from doing or using one thing to doing or using another; “Learners hear “switch” while following the environmental project explanation.”
valid: a reason, argument etc that is based on what is reasonable or sensible; “The report describes the environmental project issue as valid.”
alleviate: to make something less painful or difficult to deal with; “A clear example helps learners use “alleviate” in a sentence about the environmental project.”
amenable: willing to accept what someone says or does without arguing; “The speaker uses “amenable” to characterize the environmental project situation.”
amount: a quantity of something such as time, money, or a substance; “The environmental project report includes a section on the word “amount.””
barren: land or soil that is barren has no plants growing on it; “Researchers describe the environmental project evidence as barren.”
complaint: a statement in which someone complains about something; “A clear definition of the word “complaint” helped the group discuss the environmental project topic.”
devour: to eat something quickly because you are very hungry; “The speaker explains how “devour” is used in a report about the environmental project.”
economic: relating to trade, in-dustry, and the management of money; “The speaker uses “economic” to characterize the environmental project situation.”
embellish: to make something more beautiful by adding decorations to it; “The speaker explains how “embellish” is used in a report about the environmental project.”
emotion: a strong human feeling such as love, hate, or anger; “A clear definition of the word “emotion” helped the group discuss the environmental project topic.”
ensure: to make certain that something will happen properly; “Learners hear “ensure” while following the environmental project explanation.”
evade: to not do or deal with something that you should do; “The speaker explains how “evade” is used in a report about the environmental project.”
evolve: to develop and change gradually over a long period of time; “The speaker explains how “evolve” is used in a report about the environmental project.”
external: relating to the outside of something or of a person’s body; “During the environmental project discussion, “external” signals a particular quality.”
extraordinary: a meeting which takes place in addition to the usual ones; “The report describes the environmental project issue as extraordinary.”
generic: relating to a whole group of things rather than to one thing; “The speaker uses “generic” to characterize the environmental project situation.”
innate: an innate quality or ability is something you are born with; “During the environmental project discussion, “innate” signals a particular quality.”
lyric: a poem, usually a short one, written in a lyric style; “A clear definition of the word “lyric” helped the group discuss the environmental project topic.”
nimble: able to move quickly and easily with light neat movements; “During the environmental project discussion, “nimble” signals a particular quality.”
pertinent: directly relating to something that is being considered; “The speaker uses “pertinent” to characterize the environmental project situation.”
predict: to say that something will happen, before it happens; “A clear example helps learners use “predict” in a sentence about the environmental project.”
prodigious: very large or great in a surprising or impressive way; “The speaker uses “prodigious” to characterize the environmental project situation.”
query: to express doubt about whether something is true or correct; “Learners hear “query” while following the environmental project explanation.”
repress: to stop yourself from doing something you want to do; “In the environmental project discussion, the verb “repress” describes an action or change.”
sediment: solid substances that settle at the bottom of a liquid; “The speaker used the word “sediment” while explaining the environmental project problem.”
sturdy: someone who is sturdy is strong, short, and healthy looking; “During the environmental project discussion, “sturdy” signals a particular quality.”
adept: good at something that needs care and skill; “Researchers describe the environmental project evidence as adept.”
advantage: a good or useful feature that something has; “A clear definition of the word “advantage” helped the group discuss the environmental project topic.”
avert: to prevent something unpleasant from happening; “Learners hear “avert” while following the environmental project explanation.”
belie: to give someone a false idea about something; “The speaker explains how “belie” is used in a report about the environmental project.”
bounce: the action of moving up and down on a surface; “The environmental project report includes a section on the word “bounce.””
elusive: an elusive result is difficult to achieve; “The speaker uses “elusive” to characterize the environmental project situation.”
encompass: to include a wide range of ideas, subjects, etc; “The speaker explains how “encompass” is used in a report about the environmental project.”
exhale: to breathe air, smoke etc out of your mouth; “A clear example helps learners use “exhale” in a sentence about the environmental project.”
forage: to go around searching for food or other supplies; “In the environmental project discussion, the verb “forage” describes an action or change.”
glorious: having or deserving great fame, praise, and honour; “The report describes the environmental project issue as glorious.”
gratify: to make someone feel pleased and satisfied; “Learners hear “gratify” while following the environmental project explanation.”
involve: to include or affect someone or something; “A clear example helps learners use “involve” in a sentence about the environmental project.”
longevity: the amount of time that someone or something lives; “The speaker used the word “longevity” while explaining the environmental project problem.”
malice: the desire to harm someone because you hate them; “A clear definition of the word “malice” helped the group discuss the environmental project topic.”
motor: relating to cars or other vehicles with engines; “The speaker uses “motor” to characterize the environmental project situation.”
negate: to prevent something from having any effect; “In the environmental project discussion, the verb “negate” describes an action or change.”
obscure: to make something difficult to know or understand; “A clear example helps learners use “obscure” in a sentence about the environmental project.”
panorama: an impressive view of a wide area of land; “A clear definition of the word “panorama” helped the group discuss the environmental project topic.”
posthumous: happening, printed etc after someone’s death; “During the environmental project discussion, “posthumous” signals a particular quality.”
refute: to prove that a statement or idea is not correct; “A clear example helps learners use “refute” in a sentence about the environmental project.”
sinuous: moving with smooth twists and turns, like a snake; “Researchers describe the environmental project evidence as sinuous.”
subjugate: to defeat a person or group and make them obey you; “Learners hear “subjugate” while following the environmental project explanation.”
utilitarian: A utilitarian is someone with utilitarian views; “Learners saw the word “utilitarian” while comparing two sides of the environmental project issue.”
abate: to become less strong or decrease; “The speaker explains how “abate” is used in a report about the environmental project.”
aboriginal: relating to the Australian aborigines; “The report describes the environmental project issue as aboriginal.”
ailment: an illness that is not very serious; “Learners saw the word “ailment” while comparing two sides of the environmental project issue.”
assert: to state firmly that something is true; “Learners hear “assert” while following the environmental project explanation.”
buoyant: able to float or keep things floating; “Researchers describe the environmental project evidence as buoyant.”
cerebral: relating to or affecting your brain; “The report describes the environmental project issue as cerebral.”
conceivable: able to be believed or imagined; “During the environmental project discussion, “conceivable” signals a particular quality.”
decent: of a good enough standard or quality; “During the environmental project discussion, “decent” signals a particular quality.”
detest: to hate something or someone very much; “The speaker explains how “detest” is used in a report about the environmental project.”
devoid: to be completely lacking in something; “During the environmental project discussion, “devoid” signals a particular quality.”
dissuade: to persuade someone not to do something; “Learners hear “dissuade” while following the environmental project explanation.”
factor: to divide a number into factors; “A clear example helps learners use “factor” in a sentence about the environmental project.”
genesis: the beginning or origin of something; “Learners saw the word “genesis” while comparing two sides of the environmental project issue.”
irritable: getting annoyed quickly or easily; “Researchers describe the environmental project evidence as irritable.”
laborious: taking a lot of time and effort; “The report describes the environmental project issue as laborious.”
ornate: covered with a lot of decoration; “The speaker uses “ornate” to characterize the environmental project situation.”
perpendicular: an exactly vertical position or line; “Learners saw the word “perpendicular” while comparing two sides of the environmental project issue.”
ravine: a deep narrow valley with steep sides; “The speaker used the word “ravine” while explaining the environmental project problem.”
symmetry: the quality of being symmetrical; “Learners saw the word “symmetry” while comparing two sides of the environmental project issue.”
tranquil: pleasantly calm, quiet, and peaceful; “The report describes the environmental project issue as tranquil.”
trifle: something unimportant or not valuable; “Learners saw the word “trifle” while comparing two sides of the environmental project issue.”
adhere: to stick firmly to something; “The speaker explains how “adhere” is used in a report about the environmental project.”
adorn: to decorate something; “In the environmental project discussion, the verb “adorn” describes an action or change.”
carnivore: an animal that eats flesh; “The speaker used the word “carnivore” while explaining the environmental project problem.”
extol: to praise something very much; “In the environmental project discussion, the verb “extol” describes an action or change.”
incessant: continuing without stopping; “The report describes the environmental project issue as incessant.”
natural: a musical note that has been changed from a flat to be a semitone higher, or from a sharp to be a semitone lower; “A clear definition of the word “natural” helped the group discuss the environmental project topic.”
substantial: large in amount or number; “Researchers describe the environmental project evidence as substantial.”
sumptuous: very impressive and expensive; “The speaker uses “sumptuous” to characterize the environmental project situation.”
combustible: able to burn easily; “The speaker uses “combustible” to characterize the environmental project situation.”
conspicuous: very easy to notice; “During the environmental project discussion, “conspicuous” signals a particular quality.”
fray: an argument or fight; “Learners saw the word “fray” while comparing two sides of the environmental project issue.”
gallop: a very fast speed; “A clear definition of the word “gallop” helped the group discuss the environmental project topic.”
noxious: harmful or poisonous; “The speaker uses “noxious” to characterize the environmental project situation.”
similar: almost the same; “The speaker uses “similar” to characterize the environmental project situation.”
superb: extremely good; “The speaker uses “superb” to characterize the environmental project situation.”
cave: a large natural hole in the side of a cliff or hill, or under the ground; “A clear definition of the word “cave” helped the group discuss the environmental project topic.”
cloud: a white or grey mass in the sky that forms from very small drops of water; “A clear definition of the word “cloud” helped the group discuss the environmental project topic.”
earth: to make electrical equipment safe by connecting it to the ground with a wire; “In the environmental project discussion, the verb “earth” describes an action or change.”
assurance: a promise that something will definitely happen or is definitely true, made especially to make someone less worried; “The speaker used the word “assurance” while explaining the environmental project problem.”