Unit 88

Words 1741–1760 · chart, attach, hell, everywhere, advise, household

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  1. chart

    #1741

    noun, verb

    A drawing that shows information, or to record information on a chart.

    1. The doctor showed me a chart of my blood pressure.

    2. The weather chart predicts rain for most of the week.

    3. Our teacher asked us to make a chart about healthy foods.

    4. The song quickly climbed the charts after its release.

    5. She charted our journey on a map before we left.

  2. attach

    #1742

    verb

    to join one thing to another, or fasten something so it stays in place

    1. Please attach the file to your email before sending it.

    2. She attached a photo to her school project.

    3. The nurse attached a small sensor to his finger.

    4. We attached the price tag to the new jacket.

    5. He attached the bicycle trailer before riding to the park.

  3. hell

    #1743

    noun, interjection

    a place believed to be where bad people suffer after death; also used to show anger or surprise

    1. He thought he would go to hell for his terrible actions.

    2. What the hell are you doing in my room?

    3. This traffic is driving me to hell today.

    4. The hikers walked through hell during the hot desert journey.

    5. She felt like hell after staying awake all night.

  4. everywhere

    #1744

    adverb

    in or to every place

    1. I looked everywhere for my missing keys this morning.

    2. You can find small cafés everywhere in this city.

    3. There were flowers everywhere at the spring festival.

    4. My little brother leaves his toys everywhere in the house.

    5. After the storm, fallen branches were lying everywhere.

  5. advise

    #1745

    verb

    to tell someone what you think they should do

    1. My doctor advised me to get more sleep.

    2. I advise you to book your hotel early.

    3. The teacher advised us to study for the test.

    4. Can you advise me on which jacket to buy?

    5. She advised against eating too much spicy food.

  6. household

    #1746

    noun, adjective

    A home and the people who live together in it.

    1. Everyone in our household helps clean the house on Saturday.

    2. Our household spends less money when we cook at home.

    3. The store sells household goods like towels, plates, and lamps.

    4. Household chores can be easier when everyone shares them.

    5. The doctor asked about household members with similar health problems.

  7. acknowledge

    #1747

    verb

    to accept or show that something is true, important, or real

    1. She smiled to acknowledge her neighbor across the street.

    2. The manager acknowledged my hard work during the meeting.

    3. Please acknowledge that you received the package.

    4. He finally acknowledged that he had made a mistake.

    5. The doctor acknowledged her pain and offered helpful treatment.

  8. reward

    #1748

    noun, verb

    Something given for good work or behavior, or to give someone this.

    1. The winner received a reward for finishing the race first.

    2. I bought myself a small reward after completing my difficult project.

    3. The teacher rewarded the students with extra playtime.

    4. Our dog gets a reward whenever he follows a command.

    5. The company rewards loyal customers with special discounts.

  9. east

    #1749

    noun, adjective, adverb, preposition

    the direction where the sun rises, or the eastern part of a place

    1. The sun rises in the east every morning.

    2. Our hotel is on the east side of town.

    3. We drove east for two hours to reach the coast.

    4. She moved east after finding a new job.

    5. The wind is coming from the east today.

  10. hat

    #1750

    noun

    A covering worn on the head, often for warmth, protection, or style.

    1. He put on his hat before going outside.

    2. She bought a new hat for the sunny beach.

    3. The children hung their hats beside the classroom door.

    4. Please take your hat off during the meeting.

    5. The nurse gave him a hat to protect his head.

  11. academic

    #1751

    adjective

    Connected with education, especially studying and teaching at a school or university.

    1. She received an academic award for her excellent school results.

    2. The university offers academic courses in business and computer science.

    3. His academic record helped him get a place at college.

    4. The museum has many academic books about ancient history.

    5. After work, she enjoys academic discussions with her friends.

  12. voter

    #1752

    noun

    A person who votes in an election.

    1. Every voter must show identification before casting a ballot.

    2. Many voters chose a new mayor in yesterday’s local election.

    3. The candidate spoke with voters outside the community center.

    4. Young voters often discuss elections with their friends at school.

    5. Voters waited patiently in line to cast their ballots.

  13. meanwhile

    #1753

    adverb

    at the same time as something else is happening

    1. I cooked dinner; meanwhile, my brother set the table.

    2. Meanwhile, the children played outside while their parents cleaned.

    3. She waited for the bus; meanwhile, her friend bought coffee.

    4. The manager spoke to customers; meanwhile, workers filled the shelves.

    5. He rested in bed; meanwhile, the doctor prepared his medicine.

  14. furthermore

    #1754

    adverb

    Used to add another important fact or reason to what you have just said.

    1. The hotel is cheap; furthermore, it is close to the beach.

    2. She speaks three languages and furthermore has excellent computer skills.

    3. The meal was delicious and furthermore very easy to prepare.

    4. The teacher explained the lesson clearly; furthermore, she gave us extra practice.

    5. The medicine is effective; furthermore, it has very few side effects.

  15. accuse

    #1755

    verb

    To say that someone did something wrong or illegal.

    1. She accused her brother of taking her phone.

    2. The manager accused the employee of lying about being sick.

    3. The teacher accused Tom of copying another student's homework.

    4. The customer accused the shop of selling her old food.

    5. He accused his friend of ignoring him at the party.

  16. scientific

    #1756

    adjective

    Connected with science or based on careful study and testing.

    1. The report gives scientific evidence for the new health advice.

    2. Our science teacher showed us a scientific experiment with water and ice.

    3. Doctors use scientific methods to find the best treatment for patients.

    4. The shop sells scientific equipment for schools and small laboratories.

    5. My friend enjoys reading scientific books about animals and space.

  17. wage

    #1757

    noun, verb

    Money paid regularly for work, or to fight against something.

    1. Her weekly wage helps pay for rent and food.

    2. The company raised wages for all its workers this year.

    3. Many students work part-time to earn a wage.

    4. The workers went on strike for higher wages.

    5. The government is waging a campaign against childhood obesity.

  18. absence

    #1758

    noun

    The state of not being somewhere or not having something that is needed.

    1. Her absence from work worried her manager.

    2. The teacher noticed his absence from class.

    3. In the absence of milk, we used water instead.

    4. His long absence made his friends miss him.

    5. The doctor asked about any absence of pain.

  19. construct

    #1759

    verb, noun

    to build something, or an idea formed from different parts

    1. Workers are constructing a new bridge across the river.

    2. The company constructed a simple plan for the next year.

    3. We constructed a shelter from branches during our hike.

    4. Students constructed a model volcano for their science class.

    5. The story is constructed from memories of the writer's childhood.

  20. remark

    #1760

    noun, verb

    a comment that gives your opinion, or to make such a comment

    1. She made a helpful remark during the team meeting.

    2. The teacher remarked that everyone had worked very hard.

    3. His rude remarks made dinner uncomfortable for everyone.

    4. The shop assistant remarked on my bright red jacket.

    5. I heard several funny remarks during our train journey.

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