Unit 83
Words 1641–1660 · analyze, witness, mail, terrible, researcher, ordinary
analyze
#1641verb
To study something carefully to understand it or explain what it means.
We analyzed the survey results before choosing a new menu.
The doctor analyzed my blood test to find the cause of my tiredness.
Our teacher asked us to analyze the main character in the story.
She analyzed her spending to see where she could save money.
The mechanic is analyzing the car engine before our trip.
witness
#1642noun, verb
A person who sees an event happen, or to see an event happen.
A witness saw the car hit the bicycle.
The police asked the witness what she had seen.
He was the only witness to the accident.
We witnessed a beautiful sunset from the beach.
She witnessed her friend sign the papers at work.
mail
#1643noun, verb
Letters and packages sent or delivered; to send something through the postal service.
The mail usually arrives around ten in the morning.
I got a package in the mail from my sister.
Please mail the return form before Friday.
She checks her mail while she eats breakfast.
The hotel can mail your forgotten jacket to your home.
terrible
#1644adjective
Very bad, unpleasant, or serious.
The weather was terrible, so we stayed home all day.
I had a terrible headache after working on the computer.
The soup tasted terrible, so I made a sandwich instead.
She felt terrible about missing her friend's birthday party.
We got terrible service at the restaurant and waited an hour.
researcher
#1645noun
A person who studies a subject carefully to discover new information.
The researcher studied how sleep affects people's health.
A team of researchers is studying the local river.
The researcher asked students about their favorite school subjects.
My sister works as a researcher at the university.
The researcher looked at food labels before choosing a healthy snack.
ordinary
#1646adjective
Not special or different from what is usual.
She wore ordinary clothes to the grocery store.
It was an ordinary day at the office.
He lives in an ordinary apartment near the train station.
The doctor said my headache was nothing out of the ordinary.
They turned an ordinary dinner into a special family meal.
selection
#1647noun
A choice from several people or things, or a range of things available.
The supermarket has a wide selection of fresh fruit.
I was happy with my selection of birthday gifts.
The teacher helped us make a selection for the school play.
This restaurant offers a good selection of vegetarian dishes.
Her selection for the national team surprised everyone.
anywhere
#1648adverb
in, at, or to any place
You can sit anywhere you like.
I can't find my keys anywhere.
Have you seen my phone anywhere?
We can meet anywhere near the station.
She doesn't want to travel anywhere this weekend.
mental
#1649adjective
Connected with the mind, thoughts, or emotional health.
Talking with friends can support your mental health.
The doctor helped him manage his mental illness.
These puzzles give children useful mental exercise.
I made a mental note to pack my passport.
He did the mental math while shopping.
participant
#1650noun
a person who takes part in an activity or event
Each participant received a name badge at the community cooking class.
All participants in the walking tour met outside the museum.
She was an active participant in our team meeting.
The study participants answered questions about their sleep habits.
Participants in the food tasting tried three kinds of cheese.
vision
#1651noun
The ability to see, or an idea of what you want to achieve in the future.
Her vision became blurry, so she visited an eye doctor.
The bright sunlight hurt my vision during the morning walk.
The company shared its vision for a cleaner future.
Good leaders have a clear vision of their team's future.
The school created a new vision for learning outdoors.
personality
#1652noun
The kind of person someone is, shown by their usual thoughts, feelings, and behavior.
Her friendly personality helped her make friends at the new school.
The job needs someone with a calm personality who works well with others.
We chose a small hotel because it has a warm personality.
His brother has a very different personality from his own.
The doctor said her personality can affect how she handles stress.
specifically
#1653adverb
In a clear and exact way, with details about one particular thing.
The doctor asked specifically about my headaches and sleeping habits.
This guide is specifically for people visiting the city for the first time.
I bought these shoes specifically for walking long distances.
She specifically asked me to bring a salad to dinner.
We chose this small room specifically because it stays cool.
fat
#1654adjective, noun
Having too much body weight; a natural oil or solid substance found in animals and some foods.
The doctor said I was getting too fat and should walk more.
He cooked the eggs in a little fat from the bacon.
Trim the fat off the meat before you put it in the pan.
The cat is getting fat because my neighbor feeds it every day.
We could hear the fat sizzling in the pan as dinner cooked.
entry
#1655noun
A way into a place, or the act of going into it.
The hotel entry is through the main doors.
Please leave your entry card at the front desk.
She won first entry in the school art competition.
There is no entry fee for children under twelve.
He wrote a short entry in his diary before bed.
fellow
#1656noun, adjective
a man or boy, especially one you know or are talking about
That fellow at the bakery gave me the wrong change.
My fellow students helped me prepare for the science test.
She traveled with her fellow passengers to the mountain village.
The poor fellow hurt his ankle during the football game.
He's a cheerful fellow who always makes dinner for friends.
chemical
#1657noun, adjective
A substance used in chemistry; also relating to chemistry.
Keep household chemicals away from children and pets.
Some cleaning chemicals can irritate your skin.
The students watched a chemical reaction in science class.
Farmers use chemicals to protect crops from insects.
This shampoo contains no harmful chemicals.
capture
#1658verb, noun
to catch, record, or hold someone or something
The camera captured a beautiful sunset over the sea.
The police captured the thief after a short chase.
This photo captures the happy moment perfectly.
The documentary captures daily life in a small village.
The goalkeeper made a great capture during the football game.
tip
#1659noun, verb
A helpful piece of advice; the pointed end of something; or to touch something lightly.
Can you give me a tip for learning new words?
Leave a ten percent tip for the waiter.
The tip of my pencil broke during the test.
She tipped the bowl and poured the soup into a plate.
He tipped his friend on the shoulder to get her attention.
discount
#1660noun, verb
A lower price, or to lower the price of something.
Students get a discount on train tickets with a valid school card.
This store offers a ten percent discount on all shoes today.
We asked for a discount because the table had a small scratch.
The hotel gave us a discount for staying five nights.
Many restaurants discount meals near closing time to reduce waste.