Vocabulary lesson 37

Definitions and samples postpone (v.) put off to a later time; delay – The young couple wanted to postpone their wedding until they were sure they could handle the burdens of marriage. gloomy (adj.) dark; dim; in low spirits – My cousin was gloomy because his best friend had moved away. mediocre (adj.) neither good…

context (n.) the situation, events, or information that are related to something and that help you to understand it – True knowledge implies understanding and an ability to put facts into a context. criterion (n.) a standard that you use to judge something or make a decision about something – That is the criterion or…

Definitions and samples derive (v.) to come from, usually through a long, slow process – The Cyrillic alphabet was derived from the Greek alphabet. detection (n.) when something is found that is not easy to see, hear etc, or the process of looking for it – Early detection of the disease is vital. implement (v.)…

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….

consequence (n.) the consequences of something are the results of effects of it. – Her lawyer said she understood the consequences of her actions and was prepared to go to jail. furniture (n.) large movable equipment, such as tables and chairs, used to make a house, office, or other space suitable for living or working…

Definitions and samplesimply (v.) to indicate by inference– The guarantee on the iPod implied that all damages were covered under warranty for one year.reputation (n.) the overall quality of character– The company knew that the reputation of its products was the most important asset it had.promise (n. & v.) a pledge, a commitment; to pledge…