Speaking: Language: Is it Always Spoken?
capacity /kəˈpæs.ɪ.ti/
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noun
definition: ability to do something
example: Her capacity to work under pressure was quite impressive.
innate /ɪˈneɪt/
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adjective
definition: existing from or as part of the basic nature of a person or animal from the time of birth; natural
example: While I am naturally shy, my sister has the innate ability to charm everyone she meets.
motion /ˈmoʊʃən/
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noun
definition: an act or process of moving
example: She moved her finger in a circular motion.
impaired /ɪmˈpeərd/
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adjective
definition: having disability of a special kind; weakened or damaged
example: Heavy smoking impaired his health.
persistent /pərˈsɪs.tənt, pərˈzɪs.tənt/
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adjective
definition: continuing to act or exist longer than usual; continuing without change
example: I have had this persistent cough for a week already.
varied /ˈveə.rɪd, ˈvɛərɪd/
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adjective
definition: having or showing many different types; changing often
example: The varied symptoms of flu include muscle pain, headaches, and dizziness.
meaning /ˈmiː.nɪŋ/
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noun
definition: definition, sense, explanation of a word, text, concept, or action
example: What makes learning a language difficult is the fact that one word can have several different meanings.
controversial /ˌkɒn.trəˈvɜː.ʃəl, ˌkɒn.trəˈvɜː.si.əl/
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noun
definition: causing or likely to cause disagreement or argument
example: The Da Vinci Code is a controversial movie.
enable /ɪˈneɪ.bəl/
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verb
definition: to cause or make someone do something by providing what is necessary to achieve a goal
example: Saving enough money now will enable you to retire comfortably.
disability /ˌdɪs.əˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/
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noun
definition: a physical or mental condition that makes someone unable to act in a way that is normal or usual
example: The regulations apply to only those who have disability and are unable to work.
Reading: On the Decay of the Art of Lying
clever /ˈklev.ər/
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adjective
definition: intelligent and able to learn things quickly
example: It was certainly a clever advertisement so it got a lot of attention.
humorist /ˈhjuː.mər.ɪst/
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noun
definition: a person who regularly writes or tells amusing stories especially as part of a job
example: Mark Twain is a popular humorist.
audience /ˈɔː.di.əns, ˈaʊ.dɪ.əns/
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noun
definition: the people, considered as a group, who watch or listen to a performance, movie or public event
example: The magazine is trying to reach a younger audience.
decay /dɪˈkeɪ/
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noun
definition: the state or natural process of slow destruction or loss of strength
example: The rise in unemployment has resulted in serious decay in the urban areas.
sadden /ˈsæd.ən/
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verb
definition: to make someone unhappy or sad
example: He was greatly saddened by the death of his only son.
philosopher /fɪˈlɒsəfə/
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noun
definition: someone who studies or writes about the meaning of life
example: We can learn a lot from philosophers such as Plato and Karl Marx.
unbearable /ʌnˈbɛərəbl/
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adjective
definition: too bad, harsh or extreme to be accepted or endured
example: The long wait for our delayed flight was unbearable.
chronic /ˈkrɒnɪk/
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adjective
definition: continuing or occurring again and again for a long time
example: Mr. George is resigning because of chronic heart disease.
deception /dɪˈsɛpʃən/
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noun
definition: the act of hiding the truth or making people believe something that is not true
example: She accuses the company of willful deception in its advertising.
thoroughly /ˈθɜːrə.li, ˈθɜːr.ə.li/
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adverb
definition: completely; in a way that includes many details
example: We thoroughly searched the house for the missing diamond ring.
graciously /ˈɡreɪʃəs.li/
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adverb
definition: pleasantly or politely
example: You should learn to accept criticism graciously.
awkward /ˈɔːkwəd/
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adjective
definition: causing inconvenience, anxiety or embarrassment; lacking grace or skill when moving
example: The computer came in a big box that was awkward to carry.
clumsy /ˈklʌm.zi/
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adjective
definition: moving or doing things in a very awkward or ungraceful way
example: I’m so clumsy that I keep dropping things.
silly /ˈsɪl.i/
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adjective
definition: having or showing lack of thought, understanding, or good judgment; foolish or stupid
example: I watched another silly movie last night.
charitable /ˈtʃærɪtəbl/
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adjective
definition: loving and generous in giving help to people who need assistance
example: They are known as charitable people in their country.
sneakily /ˈsniːkɪli/
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adverb
definition: done in a secretive way
example: She sneakily played tricks on him.
sensible /ˈsɛnsɪbl/
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adjective
definition: having or using good sense or judgment
example: She was sensible and easy to deal with.
Listening: Sleep Part 2
remember /rɪˈmɛmbər/
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verb
definition: to think of something or someone from the past again; to bring back to one's consciousness or awareness
example: Parents remember every detail of their children's milestones.
micro-sleep /ˈmaɪ.kroʊˌslɪp/
noun
definition: a period of sleep that lasts for a few seconds, usually experienced by people who lack sleep
example: It is very dangerous for drivers to experience micro-sleep while driving.
deprivation /ˌdɛprɪˈveɪʃən/
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noun
definition: the lack of something that is considered necessary
example: Sleep deprivation causes a lot of problems.
fall into (something) /ˈfɔːl ˈɪntuː, ˈɪntə/
phrasal verb
definition: to start doing something, often unintentionally
example: She fell into a conversation with the interesting man seated next to her.
memory /ˈmɛməri/
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noun
definition: something remembered from the past
example: We had a lot of good memories when we traveled to Ibiza together.
public health /ˈpʌblɪk ˈhɛlθ/
noun
definition: the health of people in general
example: Denmark has the best public health system for senior citizens.
Writing: Understanding the Writing Process
summarize /ˈsʌm.ə.raɪz/
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verb
definition: to tell information again by using fewer words
example: The students summarized the events in the story.
session /ˈsɛʃən/
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noun
definition: a period of time that is used to do a particular activity
example: The first training session will start next Monday.
draft /dræft/
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noun
definition: a version of something such as a document that you make before you make the final version
example: The architects gave us their first draft of the design.
error /ˈɛr.ər/
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noun
definition: something that is not correct; a wrong action or statement; a mistake
example: I noticed a lot of errors when I rechecked my essay.
feedback /ˈfiːd.bæk/
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noun
definition: helpful information or criticism that is given to someone to say what can be done to improve
example: We are hoping to get positive feedback from the CEO.
peer /pɪə(r)/
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noun
definition: a person who is equal to another in abilities, qualifications, age, background, and social status
example: Getting help from peers is easier than asking a teacher.
describe /dɪˈskraɪb/
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verb
definition: to give details about what someone or something is like
example: Paramedics described the scene as horrifying.
invention /ɪnˈvɛnʃən/
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noun
definition: a machine, tool, or device that someone made, designed, or thought of for the first time
example: Some inventions like the Internet or computer truly changed people’s lives.
nature /ˈneɪtʃər/
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noun
definition: the basic character of a person or animal
example: It isn’t in my nature to be lazy.
nurture /ˈnɜːtʃər/
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verb
definition: to help something or someone to grow, develop or succeed by providing care and attention
example: Parents nurture their children by teaching them good values.
interaction /ˌɪntəˈrækʃən/
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noun
definition: an activity in which people exchange conversations or reactions
example: There is not enough interaction between the professor and students in class.
defend /dɪˈfɛnd/
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verb
definition: to fight in order to keep something or someone safe
example: Employees will fight to defend their labor rights against employers.
point of view /ˈpɔɪnt əv ˈvjuː/
noun
definition: judgment or opinion
example: From my point of view, the Philippines is one of the best training grounds for English study.
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