Reading Explorer 3 Glossary Unit 7

1.
Capacity
IPA: /kəˈpæsɪti/
Definition: The maximum amount that something can hold, produce, or manage.
Example Sentence: "The stadium reached full capacity for the concert last night."
2. Decline
IPA: /dɪˈklaɪn/
Definition: To become smaller, weaker, or less important, or to refuse something.
Example Sentence: "Sales have been in decline over the past few months."
3. Dispose
IPA: /dɪsˈpəʊz/
Definition: To get rid of something, usually by throwing it away or selling it.
Example Sentence: "Please dispose of your waste in the designated bins."
4. Eliminate
IPA: /ɪˈlɪmɪˌneɪt/
Definition: To completely remove or get rid of something.
Example Sentence: "The company aims to eliminate unnecessary expenses to improve
profitability."
5. Equivalent
IPA: /ɪˈkwɪvələnt/
Definition: Having the same value, function, or meaning as something else.
Example Sentence: "One dollar is equivalent to 100 cents."
6. Guarantee
IPA: /ˌɡærənˈtiː/
Definition: A promise or assurance that something will happen or that something is of a certain
quality.
Example Sentence: "The car comes with a five-year warranty, which guarantees free repairs."
7. Protest
IPA: /ˈprəʊtɛst/
Definition: To express disagreement or objection publicly, often through demonstrations or
actions.
Example Sentence: "Thousands of people gathered to protest against the new government
policy."
8. Steep
IPA: /stiːp/
Definition: Having a sharp incline or a high gradient, or a price that is unusually high.
Example Sentence: "The hike up the steep mountain path was exhausting."
9. Substitute
IPA: /ˈsʌbstɪˌtjuːt/
Definition: To replace one thing with another, or something that serves as a replacement.
Example Sentence: "You can substitute butter with olive oil in most recipes."
10. Utilize
IPA: /ˈjuːtəˌlaɪz/
Definition: To make use of something effectively.
Example Sentence: "We can utilize the new software to improve our team's productivity."
11. Comprehensive
IPA: /ˌkɒmprɪˈhɛnsɪv/
Definition: Including all or nearly all elements or aspects.
Example Sentence: "The report provides a comprehensive analysis of the market trends."
12. Cooling
IPA: /ˈkuːlɪŋ/
Definition: The process of reducing heat or making something cooler.
Example Sentence: "The cooling system in the building helps maintain a comfortable
temperature."
13. Distribute
IPA: /dɪsˈtrɪbjuːt/
Definition: To give out or spread something over a large area or among people.
Example Sentence: "The organization will distribute food to the homeless this weekend."
14. Efficiency
IPA: /ɪˈfɪʃənsi/
Definition: The ability to do something in the best possible way with the least waste of time,
effort, or resources.
Example Sentence: "The new machine improves efficiency by cutting production time in half."
15. Emissions
IPA: /ɪˈmɪʃənz/
Definition: The release of substances, such as gases or pollutants, into the air, usually from
industrial or vehicle sources.
Example Sentence: "The government is working to reduce carbon emissions to combat climate
change."
16. Regulation
IPA: /ˌrɛɡjuˈleɪʃən/
Definition: A rule or directive made and maintained by an authority.
Example Sentence: "Strict regulations were introduced to ensure the safety of workers in the
factory."
17. Resident
IPA: /ˈrɛzɪdənt/
Definition: A person who lives in a particular place.
Example Sentence: "The residents of the neighborhood held a meeting to discuss safety
concerns."
18. Sustainable
IPA: /səˈsteɪnəbl/
Definition: Capable of being maintained or continued over the long term without harming the
environment or depleting resources.
Example Sentence: "We need to adopt sustainable practices to protect the environment for
future generations."
19. Unrealistic
IPA: /ˌʌnrɪəˈlɪstɪk/
Definition: Not based on or not reflecting real-world conditions; unlikely to succeed or happen.
Example Sentence: "His goals were deemed unrealistic by the project managers."
20. Wealthy
IPA: /ˈwɛlθi/
Definition: Having a great deal of money, resources, or assets.
Example Sentence: "The wealthy businessman donated a large sum to charity."

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