Unit 119

Words 2361–2380 · cousin, visual, stupid, keen, ethnic, twin

  1. cousin

    #2361

    noun

    A child of your aunt or uncle, or a person with a similar family relationship.

    1. My cousin lives nearby, so we often visit each other after school.

    2. I am staying with my cousin while I look for a new apartment.

    3. My cousin and I bought matching jackets at the shopping center.

    4. We met our cousins at the airport before traveling to Spain.

    5. My cousin brought homemade cookies to our family dinner.

  2. visual

    #2362

    adjective, noun

    Connected with seeing, or shown through pictures, images, or other things people can see.

    1. The visual effect of the sunset made everyone stop and take photographs.

    2. The teacher used visual examples to explain how the machine worked.

    3. Our presentation needs more visual information and fewer long paragraphs.

    4. The shop created a visual display of colorful clothes near the entrance.

    5. She has a visual problem and needs new glasses for reading.

  3. stupid

    #2363

    adjective

    Not intelligent, sensible, or careful; showing poor judgment.

    1. That was a stupid mistake, but everyone makes mistakes sometimes.

    2. It was stupid to leave the house without checking the weather.

    3. My brother told a stupid joke during dinner, and nobody laughed.

    4. I felt stupid when I forgot my friend's name at the party.

    5. Don't be stupid; wear a helmet before riding your bike.

  4. keen

    #2364

    adjective

    Very interested in doing something or having something happen.

    1. I’m keen to learn more about the new job.

    2. She is keen on running, so she exercises every morning.

    3. My son is keen to join the school football team.

    4. The manager was keen to hear everyone’s ideas at the meeting.

    5. Are you keen on trying the spicy noodles at this restaurant?

  5. ethnic

    #2365

    adjective

    Related to a group of people who share the same culture, language, or history.

    1. The city is famous for its ethnic diversity and welcoming communities.

    2. We bought fresh ethnic food from a small market near our home.

    3. The school celebrates different ethnic traditions during its annual festival.

    4. Our guide told us about the island’s ethnic groups during the tour.

    5. The doctor asked about my ethnic background before completing the health survey.

  6. twin

    #2366

    noun, adjective

    One of two children born at the same time to the same mother.

    1. My twin sister and I share the same birthday every year.

    2. The twins wore matching jackets during their walk to school.

    3. She discovered that her new coworker was her twin brother.

    4. The twins ordered different meals at the restaurant to try more food.

    5. His twin helped him recover after a difficult operation.

  7. clinical

    #2367

    adjective

    Related to medical treatment, testing, or the careful study of patients and their health.

    1. The doctor ordered several clinical tests to find the cause of my stomach pain.

    2. She gained valuable clinical experience while working at a busy city hospital.

    3. The new medicine is still undergoing clinical trials with adult volunteers.

    4. His clinical examination showed that his knee injury was less serious than expected.

    5. The room looked clean and clinical, with white walls and bright lights.

  8. eastern

    #2368

    adjective

    from or in the east part of a place or country

    1. She grew up in eastern Canada and still misses the cold winters.

    2. The eastern side of the city has many parks and quiet neighborhoods.

    3. We drove along the eastern coast and stopped at several small fishing villages.

    4. Eastern European food often includes potatoes, cabbage, and rich meat dishes.

    5. The eastern entrance was closed, so we walked around to the main door.

  9. forecast

    #2369

    noun, verb

    A prediction about what will happen, especially the weather; to predict future conditions.

    1. The weather forecast says it will rain this afternoon.

    2. Check the forecast before you plan the outdoor party.

    3. The airline canceled several flights because of the storm forecast.

    4. Our sales forecast shows that business will improve next month.

    5. The doctor forecast a quick recovery after the treatment.

  10. segment

    #2370

    noun, verb

    A part of something that is separated from the whole, or to divide something into parts.

    1. The orange was divided into segments before we shared it.

    2. The report has a separate segment about customer needs.

    3. The train stopped briefly at each segment of the mountain route.

    4. The fitness class included a short stretching segment after the main exercise.

    5. The shop divided its customers into segments based on their shopping habits.

  11. custom

    #2371

    noun, adjective

    A traditional way of behaving, or made specially for a particular person or purpose.

    1. It is a local custom to remove your shoes before entering a home.

    2. The company offers custom furniture designed to fit each customer's room.

    3. She ordered a custom cake with fresh strawberries for her daughter's birthday.

    4. The school has a custom of celebrating new students with a welcome lunch.

    5. We chose a custom travel package that included trains, hotels, and guided tours.

  12. adapt

    #2372

    verb

    to change your behavior or plans so you can deal with a new situation

    1. Animals adapt to changes in their environment to survive.

    2. We had to adapt our plans because the train was canceled.

    3. She quickly adapted to her new job and friendly coworkers.

    4. The chef adapted the recipe for guests with food allergies.

    5. He is adapting his exercise routine after hurting his knee.

  13. sand

    #2373

    noun

    Very small pieces of rock found on beaches, in deserts, and in some building materials.

    1. The children built a sandcastle near the water during their summer holiday.

    2. Please brush the sand off your shoes before coming into the house.

    3. The workers spread sand over the icy road to make it safer.

    4. We found sand in our picnic food after a windy afternoon at the beach.

    5. The hotel room had sand everywhere after our children played outside.

  14. cap

    #2374

    noun, verb

    A soft or hard covering for the top of your head; to limit or control an amount.

    1. He always wears a cap when he goes running outside.

    2. She bought a warm wool cap for her winter trip.

    3. Please cap the bottle tightly before putting it in your bag.

    4. The school caps each class at twenty students this year.

    5. The doctor capped my medicine at two tablets each day.

  15. prompt

    #2375

    noun, verb, adjective

    A prompt is a question or instruction that encourages someone to speak, write, or act.

    1. The teacher gave us a writing prompt about our favorite holiday.

    2. Please prompt me if I forget to call the doctor tomorrow.

    3. The advertisement prompted many shoppers to try the new soup.

    4. She gave a prompt reply when her manager asked about the problem.

    5. The actor missed his prompt and stood silently on stage.

  16. charm

    #2376

    noun, verb

    A pleasant quality that makes someone or something attractive, or to attract someone in this way.

    1. Her warm smile and friendly charm made everyone feel welcome at the party.

    2. The small village has a special charm that attracts visitors every summer.

    3. He charmed the shop assistant, who helped him find a cheaper jacket.

    4. The old restaurant charms customers with homemade food and personal service.

    5. She wore a silver charm on her bracelet to remember her grandmother.

  17. react

    #2377

    verb

    to respond to something by showing a feeling or taking action

    1. She reacted calmly when her young son spilled juice on the kitchen floor.

    2. How did your manager react to the news about the delayed project?

    3. Some people react badly to spicy food, especially when they eat too much.

    4. The students reacted with excitement when their teacher announced a surprise trip.

    5. My skin reacted to the new soap, so I stopped using it immediately.

  18. lecture

    #2378

    noun, verb

    A talk that teaches people about a subject, or to give such a talk.

    1. We attended a lecture about healthy eating at the community center.

    2. The professor gave a fascinating lecture on ancient Egyptian history.

    3. I have to prepare my lecture before the conference next week.

    4. My father lectured me about driving too fast on the highway.

    5. The doctor lectured us on the dangers of smoking during our appointment.

  19. venture

    #2379

    noun, verb

    a new business activity involving risk; to go somewhere or do something difficult

    1. They started a new business venture selling healthy meals to busy office workers.

    2. We ventured into the forest before sunrise to find a quiet camping place.

    3. She rarely ventures out alone after dark because the streets feel unsafe.

    4. The company is venturing into online shopping for the first time this year.

    5. After recovering from surgery, he ventured outside for a short walk.

  20. compound

    #2380

    noun, adjective, verb

    A group of buildings; something made from two or more parts; to combine things.

    1. The military compound is surrounded by a high fence and security cameras.

    2. Scientists are testing a new chemical compound in the laboratory.

    3. This word is a compound made from two shorter words.

    4. The hotel compound includes several buildings, a pool, and a small restaurant.

    5. The two companies are compounding their problems by refusing to cooperate.

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