Vocabulary A
an opinion about something that influences how you deal with it
bias
relating to the most basic and important parts of something
fundamental
Ballet is an art form that demands immense physical ______________ and dedication.
After years of hardship, her life changed overnight, just like Cinderella's
Allusion
The groundbreaking research provided new insights into efficient energy storage.
groundbreaking
(Open Compound Words)
an opinion that everyone in a group agrees with or accepts
consensus
a possible future effect or result
implication
The National Bank is a major financial ______________ in the country.
institution
The ancient oak tree groaned and stretched its gnarled branches towards the stormy sky.
The state-of-the-art research facility showcased the latest advancements in sustainable energy generation.
state-of-the-art
(Hyphenated Compound Word)
an activity that has strict rules
discipline
a large and important organization
institution
Despite the company's struggles, they managed to _____________ most of their key employees.
retain
Silent, sleepy seals swim smoothly through the sea.
Alliteration
The company's long-term goal is to become completely carbon-neutral within the next two decades.
long-term
(Hyphenated Compound Word)
to see the difference between two things
distinguish
based on clear thought and reason
rational
Respecting human rights is a ___________ principle of modern democracy.
fundamental
The icy, black coffee, bitter and strong, sent a shiver down his spine as he gulped it in the pre-dawn chill.
Imagery
She always keeps a notebook handy to jot down new ideas for energy-saving innovations.
notebook (Closed Compound Word)
energy-saving (Hyphenated Compound Word)
to be left without protection from something
exposed to
to keep or continue to have something
retain
It can be difficult to _____________ between identical twins without seeing them side by side.
distinguish
I have a mountain of homework to do tonight, I'll never finish it!
Hyperbole
He volunteered to proofread the entire document before it was sent to the headquarters.
proofread (Closed Compound Word)
headquarters (Closed Compound Word)