Lecture Notes Flashcards

Flashcards for reviewing lecture notes.

What does 'hit the market' mean?

To be launched on the market.

What does revitalize mean?

To bring new life or energy to something.

What is the meaning of 'a good/safe/sure bet'?

A safe or reliable choice that is likely to happen or succeed.

What is extreme weather?

Unusual or severe weather conditions.

What does 'originate' mean?

To begin or arise from a particular source.

What does 'gentle' mean?

Mild or kind.

Define 'migrate'.

To move from one region or habitat to another.

What does 'vulnerable' mean?

Susceptible to physical or emotional harm.

What does 'sufficient' mean?

Enough or adequate.

What does 'start-up' refer to?

A new business venture.

What does the term 'passive' mean?

Accepting or allowing what happens or what others do, without active response or resistance.

What does the term 'ingenious' mean?

Clever and original.

What is 'lifespan'?

The length of time a person or animal lives or a thing functions.

What is meant by a ‘ghostly’ appearance?

Resembling or characteristic of a ghost.

Define 'extinction'.

The state or process of a species becoming extinct.

What does Tranquilize mean?

To have a calming or sedative effect on.

What does 'endangered' mean?

Seriously at risk of extinction.

What is a 'magpie'?

A bird of the crow family with bold black-and-white plumage and a long tail.

What does 'concerning' mean?

Relating to; regarding.

What does ‘interrelated’ mean?

Connected or related to one another.

What are 'predators'?

Animals that naturally prey on others.

What does 'eliminate' mean?

Completely remove or get rid of (something).

What does 'decimate' mean?

Kill, destroy, or remove a large percentage or part of.

What does ‘digital’ mean?

Having to do with computer technology.

Why are electronic devices translated?

So that people from other countries can understand them, and the devices can be sold there.

What does negligible mean?

So small or unimportant as to be not worth considering; insignificant.

What does proponent mean?

A person who advocates a theory, proposal, or project.

What does Dilution mean?

The action of making something weaker in force, content, or value.

What does discard mean?

Get rid of (someone or something) as no longer useful or desirable.

What is a ceremony?

A formal religious or public occasion, typically one celebrating a particular event or anniversary.

What is the meaning of global-scale?

Involving or affecting the entire world.

What does agricultural mean?

Relating to agriculture.

What does inundate mean?

To overwhelm (someone) with things or people to be dealt with.

What is a personal preference?

A choice or liking that is based on individual taste or inclination.

What is a fortune-teller?

A person who claims to foresee or predict the future.

What is the meaning of tropical rainforest?

A luxuriant forest, generally of tall, evergreen trees, in an area of consistently high rainfall.

What does unsustainable mean?

Unable to be maintained at the current rate or level.

What does decline mean?

To decrease in quantity or importance.

What does deforestation mean?

The action of clearing a wide area of trees.

What is a delight?

Great pleasure or satisfaction.

What are adventure stories?

A type of story that is full of excitement and danger, often involving a journey or quest.

Define 'establish'.

Set up (an organization, system, or set of rules) on a firm or permanent basis.

What is the meaning of 'influential'?

Having a great effect on someone or something.

What does 'prestigious' mean?

Inspiring respect and admiration; having high status.

What is a letter of application?

A formal document submitted with a job application that highlights the applicant's qualifications and experience.

What does 'explicitly' mean?

In a clear and detailed manner, leaving no room for confusion or doubt.

What does 'undisputed' mean?

Not argued about or questioned.

What is a comprehensive school?

A state school that does not select its intake on the basis of academic achievement or aptitude.

What does therapeutic mean?

Relating to the healing of disease.

What is the definition of a tribe?

A group of people, often of related ancestry, who share a common culture, language, and territory.

What does sacred mean?

Connected with God or dedicated to a religious purpose and so deserving veneration.

What are closed-circuit televisions?

Also known as CCTV, they are televisions that record video for surveillance and security purposes.

What does deceptive mean?

Giving an appearance or impression different from the true one; misleading.

What does deluge mean?

A severe flood, or something that overwhelms like a flood.

What does vital mean?

Absolutely necessary or important; essential.

What does the term 'intimacy' mean?

Close familiarity or friendship; closeness.

Define Movement.

A series of organized activities working toward an objective.

What are solar panels?

A panel designed to absorb the sun's rays as a source of energy for generating electricity or heating.

What is the meaning of

Making decisions.

What does selfish mean?

Lacking consideration for others.

What is the meaning of cheat?

Act dishonestly or unfairly in order to gain an advantage.

What does the term 'referee' mean?

An official who watches a game or match closely to ensure that the rules are adhered to and to arbitrate on matters arising from the play.

What is the meaning of 'iconic'?

Relating to or of the nature of an icon.

What are second-hand items?

Previously owned; not new.

Define 'compulsory'.

Required by law or a rule; obligatory.

What does 'commensurable' mean?

Deserving praise; admirable.

What is the meaning of tribal?

Relating to a tribe or tribes.

What makes a destination local?

If the destination is close to where the person lives.

What does obsolete mean?

No longer produced or used; out of date.

What is an international trade?

The exchange of capital, goods, and services across international borders or territories.

Can you define appearance?

The way that someone or something looks.

What is the definition of tabloid?

A newspaper having pages half the usual size, typically popular in style and dominated by sensational stories.

What Does offer mean?

Present or proffer (something) for (someone) to accept or reject as so desired.

What does 'situated' mean?

In a particular place or position.

What is security?

The state of being free from danger or threat.

What is the definition of Diploma?

A certificate awarded for completing a course of study.

What does impressive mean?

Evoking admiration through size, quality, or skill.

What does outline mean?

Give a summary of (a plan or theory).

What does severe mean?

Very great; intense.

What does the word Strange mean?

Unusual or surprising; difficult to understand or explain.

What is the definition of skydiving?

The sport of jumping from an aircraft and performing acrobatic feats during free fall before landing by parachute.

What does the word Rubbish mean?

Waste material; refuse or litter.

What does ruin mean?

The physical destruction or disintegration of something or the state of disintegrating or being destroyed.

What is the meaning of stereotypical?

Producing a simplified or standardized image or idea.

What is the meaning of Gender equality?

The state in which access to rights or opportunities is unaffected by gender

What does transform mean?

Make a thorough or dramatic change in the form, appearance, or character of