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an area of land with grass and other wild plants in it:
We walked through fields and meadows. |
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a group of sheep, goats, or birds:
The shepherd is bringing his flock down from the hills. |
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Grazing by livestock without a person controlling or watching them:
Unattended grazing can damage young trees in the forest. |
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Everyday language used by ordinary people.The native spoken language of a region, as opposed to formal or literary language:
The teacher encouraged students to write in their own vernacular. |
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To see or show the difference between two or more thing:
It is important to distinguish between fact and opinion. |
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An area of land that is lower than the surrounding land, usually flat or gently sloping:
Rice grows well in the lowland areas. |
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Traits or diseases that are transmitted from one generation to another through DNA:
Baldness can be a hereditary condition. |
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The act of completely removing or destroying something:
The elimination of waste is important for health.
When the economy is bad, jobs are eliminated more frequently |
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to help cause or add to something:
Smoking can contribute to heart disease.
The faster world is contributing to the poorer quality of relationships. |
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The complete end of a species of animal or plant:
Dinosaurs died out due to extinction millions of years ago.
Many species are currently dying out due to human destruction. |
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a slow loss of strength, quality, or importance:
There has been a decline in traditional farming practices. |
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roughly calculated:
The estimated cost of the trip is $500.
It is estimated that there are over one billion cameras wordlwide. |
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to stay alert and notice something:
Keep an eye out for the bus, it should arrive soon. |
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to make a judgment based on evidence or reasoning:
From the data, scientists can draw conclusions about climate change. |
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to feel anxious or care about something:
Parents are concerned about their children’s safety online. |
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To be observed or monitored without your knowledge or permission:
He felt uncomfortable, as if he was being spied on by his neighbors. |
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The newest and most advanced stage of technology or development:
This company produces cutting-edge medical equipment. |
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to recognize wrongly:
The witness misidentified the suspect in court. |
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To exchange opposing views or give reasons for/against something.
We often argue about politics at family gathering, even though we vote for the same party. |
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to make people feel something:
This song evokes emotions of nostalgia and happiness. |
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to make better, not only the body, also the soul:
Music can heal emotional wounds. |
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It's quite common to get stuck with a melody after watching a movie.
The melody of the piano piece is beautiful. |
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Something unique that cannot be exactly repeated:
Every concert is an unrepeatable experience. |
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Having a strong effect that captures attention or interest:
Her compelling voice moved the entire audience. |
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repeating improves skills.
He plays the violin every day—practice makes perfect. |
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varied, different kinds:
The festival included diverse styles of music. |
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famous everywhere:
Beethoven is a world-renowned composer. |
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person who writes music:
My favorite composer today is Hans Zimmer, who has composed many amazing works. |
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