Vocabulary lesson 94

Definitions and samples timid (adj.) not having courage or confidence – I was a timid child. seldom (adv.) very rarely or almost never – Karen had seldom seen him so angry. resign (v.) if you resign from a job or position, you formally announce that you are leaving it – Mr Robb resigned his position…

Definitions and samples compress (v.) to press something into a smaller space – Firmly compress the soil in the pot so that the plant is secure. structure (n.) something constructed, such as a building – Would an architect assemble a structure without a good foundation? qualifications (n.) the education, experience, and other abilities or skills…

Definitions and samples tradition (n.) beliefs, opinions, and customs handed down from one generation to another – All religions have different beliefs and traditions. burden (n.) a heavy load that you carry – His family responsibilities had started to become a burden. campus (n.) the buildings of a college or university and the land that…

assertive (adj.) behaving confidently and able to say in a direct way what you want or believe– If you really want the promotion, you’ll have to be more assertive.confident (adj.) certain about your ability to do things well– I am confident that we can win this.conscientious (adj.) feeling a moral responsibility to do your work…

sage (n. & adj.) a very wise person who may share his or her wisdom with others – They asked the sage for thoughts on how to handle the problem. vast (adj.) huge in area or amount, or seemingly endless – The sailor looked out over the vast ocean, wondering if he’d see land again….

Definitions and samples induce (v.) to persuade; to cause – Everyone knows that chamomile tea can be used to induce sleep. magnitude (n.) greatness in significance, size, or rank – The size and magnitude of the attendance alone is mind-boggling. utmost (n.) the greatest amount or level; maximum (adj.) most extreme; greatest – They deserve…