Unit 7 - Reference

related to education, particularly higher education

Pursuing an academic degree requires dedication to studying and researching a specific subject area.

suitable for fancy, important, serious, or official occasions and situations

Formal education typically takes place in schools or universities.

happening without a pause or break

The machine operates in continuous motion, producing items around the clock.

a unit of measurement for temperature, angles, or levels of intensity, such as Celsius degrees or a degree of pain

A right angle measures 90 degrees.

a way of testing how much someone knows about a subject

In the language exam, we had to write a short essay on our favorite book.

a series of lessons or lectures on a particular subject

He completed a photography course to enhance his camera skills.

a careful and systematic study of a subject to discover new facts or information about it

Mark spent hours in the library doing research for his history paper.

someone or something that is being described, discussed, or dealt with

The main subject of today's lecture is the French Revolution.

to be unsuccessful in accomplishing something

Despite their best efforts, the plan failed.

to leave a sign, line, etc. on something

Please use a pencil to mark the location where the measurements should be taken.

a talk given to an audience about a particular subject to educate them, particularly at a university or college

The lecturer provided handouts to accompany the lecture.

to finish a university, college, etc. study course successfully and receive a diploma or degree

She graduated with honors from the university.

an act or opinion that is wrong

Recognizing and admitting your mistakes is the first step toward personal growth.

gradual movement toward a goal or a desired state

The scientist made significant progress in her research on renewable energy.

to observe and pay attention to something

As she walked through the garden, she noted the vibrant colors of the flowers.

a choice or judgment that is made after adequate consideration or thought

After much deliberation, she finally made the decision to pursue a career in medicine.

the act of putting an idea or plan forward for someone to think about

His suggestion to streamline the company's workflow was well-received by the team.

to approach a specific place, object, or person and move past them

He gave me a smile as he passed.

to make changes to something, especially in response to new information, feedback, or a need for improvement

After receiving feedback from the editor, she decided to revise her manuscript to improve its clarity.

a class or course at a college or university in which a small group of students and a teacher discuss a specific subject

The seminar focused on contemporary issues in international law.

a learning system in which students and teachers do not attend classes instead use online or broadcast resources

Many students now prefer distance education because it allows them to study from home and manage their own schedules.

not showing worry, anger, or other strong emotions

Despite the chaos around her, she remained calm and composed.

easy to understand

His instructions were clear, allowing everyone to follow them without confusion.

to provide someone with support, hope, or confidence

The teacher always took the time to encourage her students, praising their efforts and boosting their confidence in the classroom.

to cause a person or animal to feel scared

The loud bang outside the window frightened the sleeping child.

to fill someone with the desire or motivation to do something, especially something creative or positive

Her teacher's words of encouragement inspired her to pursue her dreams.

the desire to find out or learn more about a person or thing

Sarah developed a keen interest in photography after receiving her first camera as a gift.

having a lot of information or expertise in a particular subject or field

The librarian was knowledgeable about a wide range of literary genres and authors.

someone who is receiving medical treatment, particularly in a hospital or from a doctor

As a nurse, she must be kind and attentive to all her patients.

(of rules and regulations) absolute and must be obeyed under any circumstances

The company has strict guidelines in place to ensure workplace safety for all employees.

to know something's meaning, particularly something that someone says

Can you help me understand this equation?

a person who loves reading books and often spends a lot of time reading

She’s a real bookworm who finishes a novel every week.

an intensive and brief period of study or training in a particular subject or skill

She took a crash course in French before her trip.

to commit oneself fully to a particular task, project, or pursuit with enthusiasm, determination, and a willingness to take risks

She threw herself into her new job with passion.

the rate or speed at which a person acquires new knowledge or skills in a particular area over time

The new software had a steep learning curve.

to give a person help or assistance in doing something

In the end, it simply depends on each one giving a hand at the right moment.

a slight indication or sign that something is the case

I had no clue what he was talking about.

to have very good knowledge or understanding about someone or something

After years of studying this topic, I know it inside out.

by relying only on one's memory

She learned the poem by heart.

(of an animal or plant) living or growing in a natural state, without any human interference

During the camping trip, we heard the calls of wild birds echoing through the woods.

to estimate or form a conclusion about something without sufficient information to verify its accuracy

Let's play a game where you guess the movie from a single screenshot.

in a distinctive and very successful way

She passed her driving test with flying colors.

anything that is very easy to achieve or do

For her, solving complex math problems is a piece of cake.

used to imply that regular and persistent practice of a skill or activity is necessary in order to become proficient or skilled at it

When I started learning how to cook, my grandma told me that practice makes perfect, and encouraged me to keep trying different recipes.

a situation that is very difficult because one is not prepared to deal with it

I'm a little nervous about starting my graduate degree program, but I'm determined to jump in at the deep end and give it a go.

to practice and improve skills or knowledge that one has learned in the past

The chef is brushing up on culinary techniques to stay updated.

to take and lift something or someone up

He picked the suitcase up and walked to the taxi stand.

to start focusing on and engaging in a task or activity in a serious or determined manner

She needed to get down to studying for her final exams.

to succeed in passing or enduring a difficult experience or period

She managed to get through the tough times after losing her job.

to waste time or engage in idle, unproductive activity

Instead of studying, he chose to mess around on social media for hours.