Unit 127
Words 2521–2540 · automatically, scholar, psychological, dramatically, stake, creature
automatically
#2521adverb
Without needing someone to control or decide it each time
The doors automatically lock when the train begins moving.
My phone automatically saves every photo to the cloud.
The lights automatically turn on when someone enters the room.
The hotel automatically charged my card after I checked out.
This app automatically reminds me to take my medicine each morning.
scholar
#2522noun
A person who studies a subject deeply, especially at a university.
The scholar spent years studying the history of ancient Greece.
She is a respected scholar of modern British literature.
The young scholar published her first research paper last year.
He spoke with a scholar who studies climate change at lunch.
The museum invited a local scholar to explain the ancient objects.
psychological
#2523adjective
Related to the mind, thoughts, feelings, and behavior.
Psychological problems can affect sleep and concentration at work.
The doctor offered psychological support after the accident.
Moving to a new country can be a psychological challenge.
The coach used psychological tactics to help the team stay calm.
Advertising often uses psychological tricks to make shoppers buy more.
dramatically
#2524adverb
In a sudden, noticeable, or important way; by a large amount.
The weather changed dramatically, turning a warm afternoon into a cold evening.
Sales increased dramatically after the store offered discounts on winter clothes.
Her health improved dramatically after she began exercising and eating healthier food.
The city has changed dramatically since I moved here ten years ago.
He spoke dramatically about his lost suitcase during dinner with his friends.
stake
#2525noun, verb
An amount of money or something valuable that you risk or invest in an activity.
She placed a wooden stake in the ground to hold the tent securely.
The company has a stake in several successful restaurants across the city.
He lost his entire stake after betting on the wrong horse.
Both teams are playing for a place in the final, so much is at stake.
Investors are staking their savings on a new health technology company.
creature
#2526noun
a living thing, especially an animal
The children watched a tiny creature crawl across the kitchen floor.
Whales are the largest creatures living in the ocean.
That strange creature in the film frightened everyone at the cinema.
Humans are social creatures who need friendship and regular contact with others.
After a long camping trip, we enjoyed the creature comforts of home.
partnership
#2527noun
A relationship where people or organizations work together to achieve something.
The two companies formed a partnership to develop affordable solar panels.
Our school has a partnership with a local museum for student visits.
The partnership between the chef and farmer brings fresh food to our restaurant.
Their partnership helped them open a successful shop near the train station.
The hospital created a partnership with a gym to support patients' recovery.
participation
#2528noun
The act of taking part in an activity or event.
Active participation in class helps students remember new information.
The coach encouraged everyone's participation in the weekend football game.
Your participation in the team meeting will help us choose a plan.
The festival is free, but participation in the cooking competition requires registration.
Regular participation in group walks helped my grandfather stay healthy.
clause
#2529noun
a group of words in a sentence, or a part of a legal agreement
This sentence has two clauses joined by the word because.
The teacher asked us to underline the main clause in each sentence.
The contract includes a clause allowing customers to cancel within fourteen days.
Check the rental agreement for a clause about pets before moving in.
The insurance clause covers emergency treatment while you are traveling abroad.
penalty
#2530noun
A punishment, often money, for breaking a rule or law.
The driver had to pay a penalty for parking in front of the fire station.
The contract includes a penalty for paying the monthly bill after the due date.
The hotel charged a penalty when we canceled our room the night before.
The school gave him a penalty for using his phone during the exam.
The referee awarded a penalty after the defender pushed the striker inside the box.
chamber
#2531noun
A room, especially a formal or private one.
The old castle has a secret chamber behind the library.
At the concert, we listened to beautiful chamber music.
The doctor examined one chamber of the patient's heart.
Members voted on the new law in the parliamentary chamber.
The technician cleaned the gun's chamber before storing it.
fancy
#2532adjective, verb
Special, expensive, or unusual; or to want, like, or imagine something.
She wore a fancy dress to the wedding and received many compliments.
We stayed in a fancy hotel with a rooftop pool during our holiday.
Do you fancy a cup of tea after work?
I fancy trying that new Italian restaurant near the station tonight.
He fancies himself as a great cook, but dinner was burned.
poetry
#2533noun
Poetry is writing that expresses feelings and ideas through rhythm, images, and carefully chosen words.
She enjoys reading poetry before bed because it helps her relax.
Our English teacher asked us to write a short poem about nature.
He discovered modern poetry at university and began writing every weekend.
The café hosted an evening of poetry, music, and friendly conversation.
She bought a book of love poetry for her friend's birthday.
chat
#2534noun, verb
To talk in a friendly, informal way, usually about everyday things.
I had a quick chat with my neighbor after work.
We chatted about our plans for the weekend over dinner.
She started chatting with another passenger on the train.
The teacher chatted with us before the class began.
He enjoys chatting with his doctor about his health concerns.
clothing
#2535noun
Clothes that people wear on their bodies.
Please put your clothing away after washing and drying it.
The store sells affordable clothing for men, women, and children.
The school requires suitable clothing for sports lessons and outdoor activities.
Pack warm clothing because the mountain weather can change quickly.
Wet clothing can make you feel cold after exercising outside.
evolve
#2536verb
to develop gradually into a different or more advanced form
Our weekend plans evolved after the weather forecast changed.
The small family business evolved into a successful online store.
Her teaching methods are evolving to meet students' changing needs.
Scientists believe humans evolved from earlier species over millions of years.
The recipe evolved when we replaced butter with olive oil.
sake
#2537noun
a purpose or reason, especially when protecting someone or avoiding a problem
For the sake of your health, try to get enough sleep every night.
For safety's sake, please hold the handrail while walking down the stairs.
She stayed quiet for the sake of peace during the family argument.
For goodness' sake, remember to bring your passport to the airport.
He moved closer to work for the sake of his family.
shelf
#2538noun
a flat surface fixed to a wall or inside a cupboard for holding things
She put the clean plates on the kitchen shelf after washing them.
I found this jar on the top shelf at the supermarket.
The teacher placed our science projects on a shelf near the classroom door.
Please leave your shoes on the shelf beside the hotel room entrance.
Check the shelf life before buying fresh bread from the bakery.
boost
#2539noun, verb
to increase something or make someone feel more confident and energetic
Regular exercise can boost your energy and help you sleep better.
The new advertisement boosted sales at the small clothing store.
Her kind words gave me a boost before the important interview.
Drinking water and eating fruit can give you a healthy energy boost.
Could you give me a boost so I can reach that suitcase?
tail
#2540noun, verb
The back part of an animal's body, or to follow behind someone or something.
The dog wagged its tail when I came home from work.
The little girl held her father's coat tail in the crowded station.
The plane left a long white tail behind it in the sky.
We joined the tail of the line outside the popular restaurant.
The hikers tailed the guide through the forest after losing their map.