Lesson 43

to consider or examine something while being very careful and attentive to detail

She decided to peruse the contract thoroughly before signing it.

the action of reading something such as a document, paper, etc. very carefully

cautious and attentive of one's surrounding, especially to detect and respond to potential dangers or problems

The security guard remained vigilant throughout the night, monitoring the premises for any suspicious activity.

a brief, impressionistic scene or sketch in literature or film that focuses on a particular moment or character

to make changes or additions to a document, law, contract, or similar text in order to correct or update it

The committee decided to amend the proposal to address concerns raised during the discussion.

very likely to be cooperative, agreeable, or accepting of a request or suggestion

The new intern was highly amenable, eagerly accepting any task assigned to her.

someone who comes to live in a foreign country

The government introduced a new policy to support immigrants integrating into the community.

to come to a foreign country and live there permanently

After obtaining a work visa, Maria decided to immigrate to the United States.

the study of mental conditions and their treatment

lacking morality, shame, or consideration toward others

a method of treating mental conditions such as anxiety through conversations with a trained specialist, such as a therapist

the outer areas or parts of a city or town

Many families choose to live on the outskirts of the city to enjoy a quieter lifestyle while still having access to urban amenities.

to posses or reach a higher level of skill, success, value, or quantity than another person or thing

His talent for music quickly outstripped that of his peers, earning him recognition as a prodigy.

to have more value, effect or importance than other things

The benefits of regular exercise outweigh the inconvenience of waking up early to go to the gym.

(of an animal, person, or plant) able to produce offspring, fruit, or seed

She learned that some plants are more fertile in certain climates.

to increase productivity of the soil by spreading suitable substances on it

Gardeners fertilize their vegetable patches with compost to enrich the soil with nutrients.

the process of uniting male and female reproductive cells of humans, animals, or plants in order to create a new young being

to rub and dirty a surface with some sort of substance such as oil

to talk badly of someone in order to ruin people's impression of them

The article was intended to besmirch the politician's reputation.