Easy English Definitions and Examples

Flashcards based on lecture notes about English definitions and examples.

Stands out

Is very noticeable or easy to see.

Example of Stands out

Her bright dress stands out in the crowd.

Merely

Only; just.

Example of Merely

He was merely trying to help.

Extensive network

A large and wide-reaching system of connections.

Example of Extensive network

The city has an extensive network of buses.

Fertile

Able to produce many plants or crops.

Example of Fertile

The farmer planted seeds in the fertile soil.

Agricultural output

The amount of crops or products a farm produces.

Example of Agricultural output

The country's agricultural output feeds millions.

Sustenance

Food and drink that keeps you alive.

Example of Sustenance

The hikers carried enough sustenance for the trip.

Bustling hub

A busy and active center of activity.

Example of Bustling hub

The market is a bustling hub of trade.

Intertwined

Twisted together or closely connected.

Example of Intertwined

Their lives became intertwined over the years.

Array of floating markets

A group of floating shops on water.

Example of Array of floating markets

We saw an array of floating markets on the river.

Coverage

The amount or area something includes or reports on.

Example of Coverage

The news had full coverage of the event.

Vibrant market scene

A lively and colorful market area.

Example of Vibrant market scene

Tourists love the vibrant market scene downtown.

Commerce lifeblood

The most important part of trade or business.

Example of Commerce lifeblood

The port is the commerce lifeblood of the city.

Waters rhythms

The natural movement or pattern of water.

Example of Waters rhythms

Fishermen work with the waters rhythms.

Profound

Deep or very meaningful.

Example of Profound

The speech had a profound impact on me.

Economic contributions

The money or value added to the economy.

Example of Economic contributions

Tourism makes big economic contributions to the city.

Remarkable example

An amazing or excellent example.

Example of Remarkable example

The bridge is a remarkable example of old design.

Calming effects

Things that make you feel relaxed.

Example of Calming effects

The music has calming effects after a long day.

Recreational activities

Fun things people do in their free time.

Example of Recreational activities

Swimming and biking are popular recreational activities.

Refreshing scape

A scene or view that feels fresh and pleasant.

Example of Refreshing scape

The lake is a refreshing scape on hot days.

Hustle and bustle

Busy and noisy activity.

Example of Hustle and bustle

I enjoy the hustle and bustle of the city.

Vital life skill

An important ability needed in life.

Example of Vital life skill

Swimming is a vital life skill.

Prevent drowning

To stop someone from sinking and dying in water.

Example of Prevent drowning

Life jackets help prevent drowning.

Livelihood boat piloting

Earning money by driving boats.

Example of Livelihood boat piloting

His livelihood is boat piloting on the river.

Contributing

Helping to make something happen.

Example of Contributing

She is contributing to the team's success.

Traffic congestion

Heavy traffic that makes movement slow.

Example of Traffic congestion

There's always traffic congestion at rush hour.

Infrastructure

Basic systems like roads and bridges.

Example of Infrastructure

The city needs better infrastructure for growth.

Dock

A place where boats stop and tie up.

Example of Dock

The boat waited at the dock.

Maintenance

Keeping something in good condition.

Example of Maintenance

The car needs regular maintenance.

Feasible

Possible and reasonable to do.

Example of Feasible

It's not feasible to walk 50 miles in one day.