Reading: Learning and Memory
whereas /werˈæz/
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conjunction
definition: used to introduce a statement that describes comparison or contrast
example: I like sweets whereas my sister likes sour food.
strategy /ˈstræt̬.ə.dʒi/
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noun
definition: the skill, plan, or method of making or carrying out plans to achieve a goal
example: Chess is a game that requires strategy.
tip /tɪp/
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noun
definition: a helpful hint
example: Keith enjoys reading magazines with tips on gardening.
maximize /ˈmæk.sə.maɪz/
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verb
definition: to increase something as much as possible; to use something in a way that will get the best result
example: Most people try to maximize their gains and minimize their losses.
identify /aɪˈden.t̬ə.faɪ/
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verb
definition: to recognize the identity of a person or thing
example: Anne identified the man across the street as a famous actor.
visualize /ˈvɪʒ.u.əl.aɪz/
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verb
definition: to form a mental image of someone or something
example: Although many years have passed, my grandmother can still visualize the face of her first love.
theory /ˈθɪr.i/
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noun
definition: an idea or set of ideas that is intended to explain facts or events
example: I have a theory about why everybody in the city is in such a hurry.
energize /ˈen.ɚ.dʒaɪz/
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verb
definition: to give energy or excitement to someone or something
example: Eight hours of sleep helps our body energize for the next day.
verbalize /ˈvɝː.bə.laɪz/
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verb
definition: to express something in words; to say something in speech or in writing
example: He found it hard to verbalize his feelings to his son.
file /faɪl/
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verb
definition: to put or keep in order for storage or reference; to organize
example: Her job involves filing documents and answering phones.
examination /ɪɡˌzæm.əˈneɪ.ʃən/
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noun
definition: a test given to determine or show a person's progress, fitness or knowledge
example: You have to have a physical examination in order to get life insurance.
scrutinize /ˈskruː.t̬ən.aɪz/
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verb
definition: to examine something carefully especially in a critical way
example: The editors scrutinized the draft submitted by the author.
formula /ˈfɔːr.mjə.lə/
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noun
definition: a plan or method for doing, making or achieving something
example: The company announced that it was changing its soft drink formula to make it sweeter.
concentrate /ˈkɑːn.sən.treɪt/
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verb
definition: to focus on something; to give attention to an object or activity
example: The police concentrated on chasing the bank robbers so they are able to catch them.
compare /kəmˈper/
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verb
definition: to say that something is similar or different from two or more things
example: Don't compare yourself to me.
Writing: Exploring the Essay
ironing /ˈaɪr.nɪŋ/
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noun
definition: the activity of using an iron to smooth out clothes or fabric
example: I do the ironing once a week.
dishwasher /ˈdɪʃˌwɑː.ʃɚ/
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noun
definition: a machine for washing dishes
example: I bought a dishwasher that only cost me 20 dollars.
definite /ˈdef.ən.ət/
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adjective
definition: having certain or distinct limits
example: My travel dates are definite; that is why I can't make any changes to our meeting schedule.
glamorous /ˈɡlæm.ər.əs/
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adjective
definition: very exciting and attractive; full of glamour
example: Being a model must be a very glamorous job.
unpopular /ʌnˈpɑː.pjə.lɚ/
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adjective
definition: not liked by many people; not widely favored or approved
example: The singer became unpopular after one hit single.
regardless /rɪˈɡɑːrd.ləs/
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adverb
definition: without paying attention to the current or prevailing situation
example: We want tax cuts regardless of our expenditures.
obvious /ˈɑːb.vi.əs/
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adjective
definition: easy to see or notice; easy for the mind to understand or recognize
example: For obvious reasons, he needs to find work soon.
germ /dʒɝːm/
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noun
definition: a microorganism like bacteria that causes disease
example: The patient has little natural resistance to germs.
surface /ˈsɝː.fɪs/
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noun
definition: the flat, top part of something such as a table or desk that you can work on
example: There was very little wind, and the surface of the water was calm.
pride /praɪd/
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noun
definition: a feeling that you are more important or better than other people
example: We take pride in the high quality of our food.
particularly /pɚˈtɪk.jə.lɚ.li/
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adverb
definition: used to indicate someone or something that deserves special mention
example: We’re particularly interested in hearing from people who are fluent in both Spanish and English.
housework /ˈhaʊs.wɝːk/
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noun
definition: work such as cleaning, cooking, or laundry that is done to keep a house clean and running properly
example: Cleaning the bathroom is my least favorite housework.
narrative /ˈner.ə.tɪv/
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noun
definition: a story that is told or written
example: The novel is a wonderful narrative of wartime adventure.
comparison /kəmˈpær.ɪ.sən/
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noun
definition: the act of suggesting that two or more things are similar or different
example: The comparison of sales from last year up to the present has a big difference.
cause-effect /ˌkɔːz.əˈfekt/
noun
definition: a relationship in which one event (cause) makes another event happen (effect)
example: The cause-effect of global warming is threatening the environment.
argumentative /ˌɑːr.gjəˈmen.tə.tɪv/
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adjective
definition: having or showing a tendency to agree or argue with other people in an angry way
example: Being argumentative all the time can get you into trouble.
routine /ruːˈtiːn/
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noun
definition: a series of actions repeated regularly
example: Getting coffee and a bagel is part of my daily routine.
meticulously /məˈtɪk.jə.ləs.li/
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adverb
definition: showing a thorough or careful way of doing something
example: She meticulously planned every decorating detail.
entail /ɪnˈteɪl/
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verb
definition: to have something as a part, step or result
example: Any investment entails risk.
wrinkle /ˈrɪŋ.kəl/
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noun
definition: a small fold or unwanted line on the surface
example: It is obvious that you did not iron your clothes because they still have wrinkles.
silverware /ˈsɪl.və.wer/
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noun
definition: things as knives, forks, and spoons made of silver, silver-plated metal, or stainless steel
example: You can find all the silverware that you need in the kitchen.
elbow grease /ˈel.boʊ ˌɡriːs/
noun
definition: physical effort or hard work
example: It takes elbow grease to build a house.
dread /dred/
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verb
definition: to fear something that will or might happen
example: We dreaded hearing the results of the blood tests.
weave /wiːv/
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verb
definition: to combine (elements) into a complete whole
example: Writers are good at weaving incidents into a story.
tackle /ˈtæk.əl/
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verb
definition: to deal with something difficult
example: There are many ways of tackling this problem.
household /ˈhaʊs.hoʊld/
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adjective
definition: referring or relating to the house; used in the house
example: Household appliances have become more complicated.
chore /tʃɔːr/
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noun
definition: a small job that is done regularly
example: It was a real chore trying to give our dog a bath.
disinfect /ˌdɪs.ɪnˈfekt/
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verb
definition: to cleanse in order to get rid of disease-carrying microorganisms
example: The nurse disinfected his wound with alcohol.
thesis /ˈθiː.sɪs/
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noun
definition: a long piece of writing on a particular subject that is done to earn a degree at a university
example: The panel was not impressed with the outcome of his doctoral thesis.
persuasive /pɚˈsweɪ.sɪv/
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adjective
definition: able or likely to convince people to do or believe something
example: He can be very persuasive about studying abroad.
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