Everyday English Core Vocabulary

Lesson 53 Work and Study · Nature and Environment

Build confidence with 10 useful words connected to work and study, nature and environment, and society and law.

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10 words

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automatically (adverb)adverb
“The doors open automatically when people approach.”
2
scholar (noun)noun
“The scholar researched ancient languages for years.”
3
psychological (adjective)adjective
“Stress can cause psychological problems for some people.”
4
dramatically (adverb)adverb
“Prices rose dramatically after the unexpected storm.”
5
stake (noun)noun
“We pushed a stake into the soft ground.”
6
creature (noun)noun
“Every sea creature needs a suitable habitat.”
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partnership (noun)noun
“Their partnership created a successful local company.”
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participation (noun)noun
“Class participation improves when students feel confident.”
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clause (noun)noun
“Read each clause before signing the contract.”
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penalty (noun)noun
“The driver received a penalty for speeding.”