Vocabulary lesson 66

Definitions and samples vague (adj.) unclear because someone does not give enough detailed information or does not say exactly what they mean – The governor gave only a vague outline of his tax plan. disease (n.) an illness that affects people or animals, especially one that is caused by infection – Studies have revealed that…

Definitions and samples inherent (adj.) naturally characteristic; always found within something, because it’s a basic part of that thing – Either way, we would lose civilian lives, it’s an inherent disadvantage of wars. inhabit (v.) live in or occupy (a place or environment) – The environment you inhabit has a powerful affect on the way…

confidential: confidential documents or information must be kept secret– Under the law, the location of grow houses is confidential for security reasons.obligation: something that you must do for legal or moral reasons– This service is totally free and you are under no obligation or pressure to buy.terms: a word or phrase used to describe a…

pleasant (adj.) enjoyable or attractive and making you feel happy– Well, this is a pleasant surprise!sensitive (adj.) reacting quickly or strongly to something– He acts like a tough guy, but he’s really very sensitive to criticism.sincere (adj.) talking and acting in a way that shows you really mean what you say and do– He is…

seemingly (adv.) you use seemingly when you want to say that something seems to be true.– She moved to Spain, seemingly to enjoy a slower style of life.modest (adj.) you use modest to describe something such as an amount, rate or improvement which is fairly small.– Unemployment rose to the still modest rate of 0.7%.biased…

Definitions and samples definite (adj.) clearly stated or decided; not vague or doubtful – He was unusually definite about his current choice. accompany (v.) if you accompany someone, you go somewhere with them – The man I am doing business with has asked I accompany him and his daughter out for the night and I…