Lesson 41

considered a necessary and important part of something

Effective communication is integral to a successful team.

the state of being together as one and not separated or broken into parts

The integrity of the building was compromised after the earthquake.

a mental disposition or attitude that favors one option over others

She has a tendency to overthink even the smallest decisions.

stating a cause or opinion that one strongly believes in, particularly one that causes a lot of controversy

The journalist’s tendentious article sparked heated debates online.

showing a tendency to be passive or compliant

The dog was unusually submissive, eagerly following every command from its owner.

something presented for consideration, judgment, or evaluation, such as a manuscript, design, proposal, or work of art

Her submission for the art competition was accepted.

a political belief with an inclination to keep the traditional values in a society by avoiding changes

Many voters align with conservatism due to its emphasis on preserving traditional values.

supporting traditional values and beliefs and not willing to accept any contradictory change

She was raised in a conservative household where adherence to tradition was strongly emphasized.

a room with a roof and walls made of glass, often affixed to one side of a building, used for relaxing or growing plants in

The conservatory attached to their home was a tranquil oasis, filled with lush greenery and bathed in sunlight, perfect for enjoying a cup of tea and a good book.

a number expressed in the base-10 system

42 is a decimal number.

a competition consisting of ten different sports that takes place over two days

He trained tirelessly for the decathlon, preparing for the grueling schedule of events that included sprinting, jumping, throwing, and endurance races.

a ten-footed animal that lives in water, such as a crab, shrimp, lobster, etc.

radiant and brilliant in appearance

The effulgent sunrise bathed the mountains in golden light.

having a radiant quality

related to a distant past

The explorers ventured into the dense, primeval forest, untouched by human hands.

characteristic of an early stage of human or animal evolution

The cave paintings depict the life of primitive man.

belonging to the beginning of time

The primordial forests are home to species that have thrived for millions of years.

an act or remark that results in the loss of one's honor

feeling angry because of a mistake or injustice