Vocabulary lesson 71

  • ignite (v.) set on fire

– One match can ignite an entire forest.

  • abolish (v.) formally put an end to (a system, practice, or institution)

– My school has abolished final exams altogether.

  • pollute (v.) make dirty

– The Atlantic Ocean is in danger of becoming polluted.

  • adequate (adj.) as much as is needed; fully sufficient

– A bedroom, kitchen, and bath were adequate shelter for his living needs.

  • audible (adj.) able to be heard

– From across the room, the teacher’s voice was barely audible.

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