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Frage		Antworten
brought Lernen beginnen		Past tense of bring; to carry or convey something to a place or person. She brought a cake to the party.
will Lernen beginnen		Expressing the future tense. They will arrive tomorrow.
fact Lernen beginnen		A thing that is known or proved to be true. It is a fact that the Earth is round.
conscious Lernen beginnen		Aware of and responding to one's surroundings; awake. He was conscious of being watched.
evidence Lernen beginnen		The available body of facts or information indicating whether a belief or proposition is true or valid. The police found no evidence of a crime.
ancient Lernen beginnen		Belonging to the very distant past and no longer in existence. They visited the ancient ruins of Rome.
deemed Lernen beginnen		Regard or consider in a specified way. The area was deemed unsafe.
distinct Lernen beginnen		Recognizably different in nature from something else of a similar type. There are two distinct types of this animal.
exposure Lernen beginnen		The state of being exposed to contact with something. Exposure to the sun can cause skin damage.
vast Lernen beginnen		Of very great extent or quantity; immense. The Sahara Desert is a vast expanse of sand.
computing Lernen beginnen		The use or operation of computers. Advances in computing have changed the world.
emissions The factory was fined for exceeding its emissions limits. especially gas or radiation. Lernen beginnen		The production and discharge of something
generated Lernen beginnen		Produce or create. The project generated a lot of interest.
narrative Lernen beginnen		A spoken or written account of connected events; a story. He told a compelling narrative of his life.
structure Lernen beginnen		The arrangement of and relations between the parts or elements of something complex. The structure of the building was damaged in the earthquake.
creatures The forest is home to many strange creatures. as distinct from a human being. Lernen beginnen		An animal
vulnerable Lernen beginnen		Susceptible to physical or emotional attack or harm. Children are particularly vulnerable to abuse.
appropriate Lernen beginnen		Suitable or proper in the circumstances. It is important to wear appropriate clothing for the occasion.
debate There was a lively debate on the issue. in which opposing arguments are put forward. Lernen beginnen		A formal discussion on a particular topic in a public meeting or legislative assembly
colorado Lernen beginnen		A state in the western United States. Denver is the capital of Colorado.
celestial The moon is a celestial body. or outer space as observed in astronomy. Lernen beginnen		Positioned in or relating to the sky
integrity Lernen beginnen		The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; moral uprightness. He was a man of great integrity.
extensive Lernen beginnen		Covering or affecting a large area. The house has extensive grounds.
career Lernen beginnen		An occupation undertaken for a significant period of a person's life and with opportunities for progress. She had a successful career in law.
amid Lernen beginnen		Surrounded by; in the middle of. The house stood amid a grove of trees.
considered He considered his options carefully. typically before making a decision. Lernen beginnen		Think carefully about (something)
coast Lernen beginnen		The part of the land near the sea; the seashore. They lived on the coast.
expanded Lernen beginnen		Become or make larger or more extensive. The company expanded its operations overseas.
distinctive The bird has a distinctive song. and so serving to distinguish it from others. Lernen beginnen		Characteristic of one person or thing
pursuit Lernen beginnen		The action of following or pursuing someone or something. The police were in pursuit of the suspect.
distinctly Lernen beginnen		In a way that is readily distinguishable by the senses. I distinctly remember meeting her.
annual Lernen beginnen		Occurring once every year. The company holds an annual meeting.
conclusion Lernen beginnen		The end or finish of an event or process. The conclusion of the book was disappointing.
depth Lernen beginnen		The distance from the top or surface to the bottom of something. The depth of the pool is three meters.
immense The universe is immense. especially in scale or degree. Lernen beginnen		Extremely large or great
bridge etc. across a river path Lernen beginnen		A structure carrying a road road railway
exemplified Lernen beginnen		Be a typical example of. His work exemplified the best of the genre.
dendrochronology environmental change Lernen beginnen		The science or technique of dating events Dendrochronology can be used to date ancient structures. and archaeological artifacts by using the characteristic patterns of annual growth rings in timber and tree trunks.
drought The region is experiencing a severe drought. leading to a shortage of water. Lernen beginnen		A prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall
corollary Lernen beginnen		A proposition that follows from (and is often appended to) one already proved. This principle is a corollary of the main theorem.
controversy and heated. typically when prolonged Lernen beginnen		Disagreement public
bulk Lernen beginnen		The mass or size of something large. The bulk of the work is now complete.
lessen Lernen beginnen		Make or become less; diminish. The pain began to lessen.
constellation Lernen beginnen		A group of stars forming a recognizable pattern that is traditionally named after its apparent form or identified with a mythological figure. The Big Dipper is a well-known constellation.
subtle Lernen beginnen		So delicate or precise as to be difficult to analyze or describe. There was a subtle hint of spice in the dish.
compensate suffering typically money Lernen beginnen		Give (someone) something or injury incurred; recompense. in recognition of loss
discover Lernen beginnen		Find unexpectedly or while looking for something else. They discovered a new species of plant.
severity Lernen beginnen		The fact or condition of being severe. The severity of the storm surprised everyone.
apocalyptic Lernen beginnen		Describing or prophesying the complete destruction of the world. The movie depicted an apocalyptic future.
debt typically money Lernen beginnen		Something He had a large debt to repay. that is owed or due.
expectancy especially something pleasant Lernen beginnen		The state of thinking or hoping that something There was an air of expectancy in the crowd. will happen or be the case.
deception Lernen beginnen		The action of deceiving someone. He was accused of deception.
deceive He tried to deceive her with a false story. typically in order to gain some personal advantage. Lernen beginnen		Cause (someone) to believe something that is not true
iceberg Lernen beginnen		A large floating mass of ice detached from a glacier or ice sheet and carried out to sea. The ship struck an iceberg.
revenue The company's revenue increased last year. especially when of a company or organization and of a substantial nature. Lernen beginnen		Income
homogeneous Lernen beginnen		Of the same kind; alike. The population was not homogeneous.
excellence Lernen beginnen		The quality of being outstanding or extremely good. The school is known for its academic excellence.
dimension depth such as length Lernen beginnen		A measurable extent of some kind or height. breadth
clones to which they are genetically identical. or group of organisms or cells Lernen beginnen		An organism or cell produced asexually from one ancestor or stock
dwellings apartment Lernen beginnen		A house The village consisted of a few simple dwellings. or other place of residence.
complementary Lernen beginnen		Combining in such a way as to enhance or emphasize the qualities of each other or another. The two colors are complementary.
efficacy Lernen beginnen		The ability to produce a desired or intended result. The efficacy of the drug has been proven.
rumble The rumble of the train could be heard in the distance. resonant sound like distant thunder. Lernen beginnen		A continuous deep
brawn Lernen beginnen		Physical strength in contrast to intelligence. He relied on his brawn rather than his brains.
bewildered Lernen beginnen		Perplexed and confused; very puzzled. He was bewildered by the complex instructions.
cobbled Lernen beginnen		Made of cobblestones. The street was cobbled with large stones.
eavesdropping Lernen beginnen		Secretly listen to a conversation. He was caught eavesdropping on their conversation.
exuberant Lernen beginnen		Filled with or characterized by a lively energy and excitement. The children were exuberant after their victory.
obsolete Lernen beginnen		No longer produced or used; out of date. The old computer is now obsolete.
contenders Lernen beginnen		A person or group competing with others to achieve something. There were several contenders for the championship.
exacerbated bad situation Lernen beginnen		Make (a problem The situation was exacerbated by the lack of communication. or negative feeling) worse.
peasant Lernen beginnen		A poor smallholder or agricultural laborer of low social status (chiefly in historical use or with reference to subsistence farming in poorer countries). "The peasants revolted against the king."
grand size Lernen beginnen		Magnificent and imposing in appearance The palace was a grand building. or style.
chemist Lernen beginnen		A person engaged in chemical research or experiments. The chemist analyzed the substance.
metaphor Lernen beginnen		A figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable. He used the metaphor of a journey to describe life.
beryl yellow typically occurring as green Lernen beginnen		A mineral or white hexagonal crystals. blue
plumage Lernen beginnen		A bird's feathers collectively. The peacock has beautiful plumage.
queasy Lernen beginnen		Nauseous; feeling sick. The boat ride made him queasy.
culpability Lernen beginnen		Responsibility for a fault or wrong; blame. The investigation will determine the culpability of those involved.
prosecution Lernen beginnen		The institution and conducting of legal proceedings against someone in respect of a criminal charge. The prosecution presented its evidence in court.
embryonic Lernen beginnen		In an early stage of development. The project is still in its embryonic stage.
barricades The protesters erected barricades in the streets. often hastily erected for defense. Lernen beginnen		A line or pile of objects placed to block a route or passageway
razed town Lernen beginnen		Completely destroy (a building "The city was razed to the ground during the war." or other site).
moths Moths are attracted to light. with typically a stout body and dullish wings. Lernen beginnen		A nocturnal insect related to the butterflies
compatible Lernen beginnen		Able to exist or occur together without conflict. The two software programs are compatible.
creoles The creole culture is a blend of African and European influences. especially in the Caribbean. Lernen beginnen		A person of mixed European and black descent
wares Lernen beginnen		Articles offered for sale. The market stalls were filled with colorful wares.
glorified He was glorified as a hero. especially unjustifiably or undeservedly. Lernen beginnen		Describe or represent as admirable
prudent Lernen beginnen		Acting with or showing care and thought for the future. It is prudent to save for retirement.
dimmed Lernen beginnen		Make or become less bright or distinct. The lights dimmed as the movie began.
deteriorating Lernen beginnen		Become progressively worse. The patient's condition is deteriorating.
alloy Brass is an alloy of copper and zinc. especially to give greater strength or resistance to corrosion. Lernen beginnen		A metal made by combining two or more metallic elements
emerge Lernen beginnen		Move out of or away from something and come into view. The sun emerged from behind the clouds.
maze Lernen beginnen		A complex network of paths or passages. They got lost in the maze.
weigh He weighed himself on the bathroom scales. typically using scales. Lernen beginnen		Find out how heavy (someone or something) is
cultural customs Lernen beginnen		Relating to the ideas The city is a center of cultural activity. and social behavior of a society.
appetite He has a healthy appetite. especially for food. Lernen beginnen		A natural desire to satisfy a bodily need
sedentary Lernen beginnen		Tending to spend much time seated; somewhat inactive. He has a sedentary job.
approach Lernen beginnen		Come near or nearer to (someone or something) in distance or time. The train approached the station.
possess Definition Lernen beginnen		Have as belonging to one; own. blank He possesses a rare talent. Word
express Lernen beginnen		Convey (a thought or feeling) in words or by gestures and conduct. She expressed her gratitude for the help.
imply Lernen beginnen		Indicate the truth or existence of (something) by suggestion rather than explicit statement. His silence implied disapproval.
fascinated Lernen beginnen		Strongly attracted and interested. She was fascinated by the ancient artifacts.
threat or other hostile action on someone in retribution for something done or not done. injury Lernen beginnen		A statement of an intention to inflict pain damage
conserve We need to conserve water during the drought. especially an environmentally or culturally important place or thing) from harm or destruction. Lernen beginnen		Protect (something
potent influence Lernen beginnen		Having great power The medicine was a potent painkiller. or effect.
intricate Lernen beginnen		Very complicated or detailed. The watch had an intricate design.
devastating Lernen beginnen		Highly destructive or damaging. The earthquake caused devastating damage.
cooperation Lernen beginnen		The process of working together to the same end. The project required close cooperation between the teams.
sought Lernen beginnen		Past tense of seek; attempt to find (something). They sought shelter from the storm.
establishment Lernen beginnen		The action or process of establishing something or being established. The establishment of the new school was a major achievement.
distinguished authoritative Lernen beginnen		Successful She is a distinguished professor of history. and commanding great respect.
compiling or book) by assembling information collected from other sources. especially a list Lernen beginnen		Produce (something report
chaotic Lernen beginnen		In a state of complete confusion and disorder. The scene was chaotic after the accident.
precise Lernen beginnen		Marked by exactness and accuracy of expression or detail. The measurements need to be precise.
enable Lernen beginnen		Give (someone or something) the authority or means to do something; make possible. The new software enables us to work more efficiently.
conventional Lernen beginnen		Based on or in accordance with what is generally done or believed. They followed conventional farming methods.
dramatic Lernen beginnen		Sudden and striking; exciting and impressive. There was a dramatic increase in sales.
certain Lernen beginnen		Known for sure; established beyond doubt. It is certain that the sun will rise tomorrow.
organism plant Lernen beginnen		An individual animal Bacteria are single-celled organisms. or single-celled life form.
designed Lernen beginnen		Done or planned with a particular purpose or intention in mind. The building was designed to be energy-efficient.
strike Lernen beginnen		Hit forcibly and with speed. The lightning struck the tree.
prerequisite Lernen beginnen		A thing that is required as a prior condition for something else to happen or exist. Passing the exam is a prerequisite for the course.
civilization Lernen beginnen		The stage of human social development and organization that is considered most advanced. Ancient Egypt was a great civilization.
advantage Lernen beginnen		A condition or circumstance that puts one in a favorable or superior position. He had the advantage of local knowledge.
abundance Lernen beginnen		A very large quantity of something. There was an abundance of food at the festival.
contemporary Lernen beginnen		Living or occurring at the same time. The artist's work is contemporary with the modern era.
eroding Lernen beginnen		Gradually destroy or be gradually destroyed. The coastline is eroding due to rising sea levels.
combat Lernen beginnen		Take aggressive action to reduce or prevent (something undesirable). The government is trying to combat crime.
strive Lernen beginnen		Make great efforts to achieve or obtain something. They strive for excellence in their work.
blend Lernen beginnen		Mix (different substances or types) thoroughly together. The chef blended the spices perfectly.
exotic Lernen beginnen		Originating in or characteristic of a distant foreign country. They visited an exotic island in the Pacific.
colleagues Lernen beginnen		A person with whom one works in a profession or business. She discussed the project with her colleagues.
deplete Lernen beginnen		Use up the supply or resources of. Overfishing can deplete fish stocks.
dangerous Lernen beginnen		Able or likely to cause harm or injury. The roads are dangerous during the storm.
obtain especially information). acquire Lernen beginnen		Get or secure (something
exert influence Lernen beginnen		Apply or bring to bear (a force He exerted his authority over the team. or quality).
interpret words Lernen beginnen		Explain the meaning of (information The data can be interpreted in several ways. or actions).
department dealing with a specific sphere of activity. university Lernen beginnen		A division of a large organization such as a government or business
existence Lernen beginnen		The fact or state of living or having objective reality. The existence of life on other planets is a mystery.
encountered Lernen beginnen		Unexpectedly experience or be faced with (something difficult or hostile). They encountered difficulties during the project.
drive Lernen beginnen		Operate and control the direction and speed of a motor vehicle. He drives to work every day.
abstract Lernen beginnen		Existing in thought or as an idea but not having a physical or concrete existence. Love is an abstract concept.
disciplines Mathematics and physics are separate disciplines. typically one studied in higher education. Lernen beginnen		A branch of knowledge
disadvantages Lernen beginnen		An unfavorable circumstance or condition that reduces the chances of success or effectiveness. There are disadvantages to living in a big city.
juvenile Lernen beginnen		Young or immature. Juvenile birds have different plumage.
prospect Lernen beginnen		The possibility or likelihood of some future event occurring. There is a prospect of rain tomorrow.
peek She took a peek at the present. typically in a furtive manner. Lernen beginnen		Look quickly
expedition or war. especially that of exploration Lernen beginnen		A journey undertaken by a group of people with a particular purpose research
stem The flower has a long stem. typically rising above ground level. Lernen beginnen		The main body or stalk of a plant or shrub
bolted Lernen beginnen		Fasten with a bolt. The door was bolted shut.
deposit Lernen beginnen		A sum of money placed or kept in a bank account or elsewhere. She made a deposit into her savings account.
sheer Lernen beginnen		Nothing other than; unmitigated (used for emphasis). The sheer size of the building was impressive.
embed Lernen beginnen		Fix (an object) firmly and deeply in a surrounding mass. The bullet was embedded in the wall.
swabs or taking specimens. used for cleaning wounds Lernen beginnen		A pad of cotton wool or other absorbent material attached to one or both ends of a short stick applying medication
brink Lernen beginnen		The edge or verge of a steep place. They stood on the brink of the cliff.
remnant Lernen beginnen		A small remaining quantity of something. The remnants of the fire were still smoldering.
exorbitant Lernen beginnen		Unreasonably high. The prices were exorbitant.
enigma puzzling Lernen beginnen		A person or thing that is mysterious The ancient artifact is an enigma. or difficult to understand.
opus His latest opus was a symphony. usually ordered by date of publication. Lernen beginnen		A musical composition or set of compositions by a particular composer
smirk conceited Lernen beginnen		Smile in an irritatingly smug He smirked at his opponent's mistake. or silly way.
upwelling magma Lernen beginnen		A rising of seawater The upwelling of nutrients supports marine life. or other liquid.
colloquial Lernen beginnen		Used in ordinary or familiar conversation; not formal or literary. The conversation was colloquial.
colleague Lernen beginnen		A person with whom one works in a profession or business. She discussed the project with her colleague.
arduously Lernen beginnen		Involving or requiring strenuous effort; difficult and tiring. He worked arduously to complete the project.
clinch Lernen beginnen		Confirm or settle (a contract or bargain). They clinched the deal.
camouflage The soldiers used camouflage to blend into the forest. especially in warfare. Lernen beginnen		Concealment or disguise
arbitration Lernen beginnen		The use of an arbitrator to settle a dispute. They agreed to settle the dispute through arbitration.
expense Lernen beginnen		The cost incurred or required for something. The expense of the trip was high.
hinge gate Lernen beginnen		A movable joint on which a door The door swung open on its hinges. or lid swings as it opens and closes.
anticipate Lernen beginnen		Regard as probable; expect or predict. They anticipate a rise in demand.
bystander Lernen beginnen		A person who is present at an event or incident but does not take part. A bystander witnessed the accident.
convinced Lernen beginnen		Completely certain about something. She was convinced of his innocence.
tribute respect statement Lernen beginnen		An act or admiration. or gift that is intended to show gratitude
craftsman Lernen beginnen		A worker skilled in a particular craft. The craftsman made beautiful furniture.
diverse Lernen beginnen		Showing a great deal of variety; very different. The city has a diverse population.
develop advanced Lernen beginnen		Grow or cause to grow and become more mature The company plans to develop new products. or elaborate.
century Lernen beginnen		A period of one hundred years. The 20th century saw many technological advances.
judicial Lernen beginnen		Relating to courts of law or judges. The judicial system is based on law.
deliberate Lernen beginnen		Done consciously and intentionally. The decision was deliberate.
evolution The theory of evolution explains the development of life. especially from a simple to a more complex form. Lernen beginnen		The gradual development of something
bare Example Definition Lernen beginnen		Not clothed or coveredWord blank
consensus Lernen beginnen		General agreement. There was a consensus among the committee members.
companion Lernen beginnen		A person or animal with whom one spends a lot of time or travels with. My dog is my loyal companion.
notion Lernen beginnen		A conception of or belief about something. He had a notion that something was wrong.
devoid Lernen beginnen		Entirely lacking or free from. The room was devoid of furniture.
ensure Lernen beginnen		Make certain that (something) will occur or be the case. Please ensure that all the doors are locked.
rational Lernen beginnen		Based on or in accordance with reason or logic. He made a rational decision.
enhance value increase Lernen beginnen		Intensify or extent of. or further improve the quality
dominance Lernen beginnen		Power or influence over others. The company established its dominance in the market.
anxious unease Lernen beginnen		Experiencing worry She was anxious about the upcoming exam. or nervousness.
companions Lernen beginnen		A person or animal with whom one spends a lot of time or travels with (plural). They were close companions.
collective Lernen beginnen		Done by people acting as a group. The team made a collective effort.
conservation natural ecosystems protection Lernen beginnen		Preservation vegetation or restoration of the natural environment
endangered Lernen beginnen		Seriously at risk of extinction. The panda is an endangered species.
constitution Lernen beginnen		A body of fundamental principles or established precedents according to which a state or other organization is acknowledged to be governed. The country's constitution guarantees freedom of speech.
journal Lernen beginnen		A periodical publication containing scholarly articles or news and information relating to a particular subject. He published his findings in a scientific journal.
wonder unfamiliar caused by something beautiful Lernen beginnen		A feeling of surprise mingled with admiration or inexplicable. unexpected
federal Lernen beginnen		Relating to or denoting the central government as distinguished from the separate units constituting a federation. The federal government provides funding for education.
enabling Lernen beginnen		Giving someone or something the authority or means to do something; making possible. The new technology is enabling faster communication.

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