Unit 1: Life Stories We Admire Vocabulary

These vocabulary flashcards provide English definitions for terms related to Unit 1 focusing on admired life stories, as presented in the lecture transcript.

Presentation

A report or talk in which a new product, idea, or piece of work is shown and explained.

Determination

The ability to continue trying to do something, although it is very difficult.

Roman Empire

The historical empire that was centered on the city of Rome, beginning in 27 BC.

Defeat

To win a victory over someone in a fight, war, or competition; or the state of being beaten.

Ambitious

Having or showing a strong desire and determination to succeed.

Collaborate

To work jointly on an activity or project.

Popularize

To make something popular or cause it to be liked by many people.

Operate

To work, be in action, or perform a surgical medical procedure.

Operational

In or ready for use; relating to the functioning or operation of something.

Devote

To give all or a large part of one's time or resources to a person, activity, or cause.

Devotion

Love, loyalty, or enthusiasm for a person, activity, or cause.

Admire

To regard someone with respect or warm approval.

Respect

A feeling of deep admiration for someone elicited by their abilities, qualities, or achievements.

Drop out

To abandon or withdraw from a course of study or a competition.

Take part in

To join in or be involved in an activity.

Pass away

A polite expression used to say that someone has died.

Surgeon

A medical practitioner qualified to practice surgery.

Surgery

The treatment of injuries or disorders of the body by incision or manipulation, especially with instruments.

Resist

To withstand the action or effect of something; to fight against.

Resistance war

A war fought to oppose or fight against an invading force or government.

Field hospital

A small mobile medical unit that takes care of casualties on-site before they can be safely transported to a permanent facility.

Personal account

A first-hand description or narrative of an event by an individual.

National hero

A person who is admired by many people for having done something very brave or useful for their country.

Heroic

Having the characteristics of a hero; very brave.

Biological parents

The people who are the birth mother and father of a child.

Cutting-edge

The most advanced or innovative stage in a particular field.

Animation

The technique of photographing successive drawings or positions of models to create an illusion of movement.

Blockbuster

A thing of great power or size, in particular, a movie or book that is a great commercial success.

Pancreatic

Relating to the pancreas, a large gland behind the stomach.

Visionary

Thinking about or planning the future with imagination or wisdom.

Genius

Exceptional intellectual or creative power or other natural ability.

Characterize

To describe the distinctive nature or features of someone or something.

Poetess

A female poet.

Inspiring

Having the effect of making someone feel confident and eager to achieve something.

Innovation

The action or process of innovating; a new method, idea, or product.