Vocabulary lesson 60
Definitions and samples
- acquisition (n.) the act of taking possession of something
– Our recent acquisition of over 2,000 books makes ours the biggest library in the region.
- consciously (adv.) with awareness of one’s actions
– He may have hurt her feelings, but he never would have done so consciously.
- vein (n.) any of the tubes that form a branching system, especially those that carry blood to the heart
– She became fascinated with human anatomy, especially when she learned how veins transport oxygen.
- suspend (v.) to cause to stop for a period; to hang as to allow free movement
– The trial was suspended when the judge learned that one of the jury members knew the defense lawyer.
- allegiance (n.) loyalty
– My allegiance to my country is based on respect for its principles.