4000 Essential English Words 2e 4 (2nd Edition) 영영 Unit 5,6

realistic

adj. it is shown as it is in real life
Dorothy is painting realistic images of fish.

rule

n. an official instruction that says how things must be done or what is allowed.
Wearing a helmet while riding a bicyle is a rule in some cities.

academic

adj. it relates to schools and education
Alex received an award for his academic achievements.

cinema

n. a building in which films are shown
My sister enjoys watching movies at the cinema.

array

n. a large group or number of things
The toy cars are available in an array of colors.

class

n. the way people in society are divided into different social and economic groups.
This upper-class family travels on a private jet.

cafe

n. a small restaurant where you can buy drinks and simple meals
Monica works part-time at a cafe.

canvas

n. a thick piece of cloth
The artist paints bright colors on a canvas.

distinctive

adj. special quality, character, or appearance that is different and easy to recognize
Olives have a distinctive flavor.

practice

n. something that is done often or regularly
Samuel has made it a practice to read the newspaper every morning.

sunlight

n. the natural light that comes from the sun.
The sunlight shines through the trees.

blur

v. to make something unclear
The photographer can blur the bright lights into the background.

traditional

adj. it is based on old-fashioned ideas
I prefer traditional furniture.

stroke

n. a single movement of a pen
The artist began with a yellow stroke on his painting.

key

adj. it is extremely important.
Marco is a key player on the country’s national team.

reflection

n. an image that is seen in a mirror or other shiny surface.
The man stared at his reflection in the mirror.

acceptance

n. when people agree that an idea, statement, explanation, etc.
Mr. Song celebrated his acceptance into the political party.

movement

n. a series of organized activities
Booker T. Washington was a member of the civil rights movement.

unlike

prep. completely different from a particular person or thing
Unlike his older brother, Jim is short.

width

n. the distance from one side of something to the other side
The man is measuring the width of the box.

nation

n. a large area of land that is controlled by its own government.
India is a nation that is developing rapidly.

originally

adv. when something first happened or began
This building was originally a bank.

wound

v. to injure someone or something by cutting or breaking the skin
The boy knew he might wound his knees if he didn’t wear pads on them.

pray

n. to speak to God in order to ask for help or to give thanks.
The girl likes to pray for world peace.

sacrifice

v. a formal custom that people do regularly
Karen has had to sacrifice a lot for her children.

mark

v. to celebrate an important event
My grandparents are having a party to mark their 50th anniversary.

landing

n. when you return to the ground or another surface after a flight or a boat ride
The man is in charge of leading the landing in the warzone.

thus

adv. as a result of something that was just mentioned
Victor wants to lose weight; thus, he’ll go on a diet and start exercising.

mobilize

v. to prepare an army to fight in a war
Thousands of soldiers were ready to mobilize for the fight.

victory

n. a situation in which you win a battle, game, election, or dispute
The man was thrilled with his victory.

determination

n. what you have when you try to do something even when it is difficult
Chris is the youngest competitor, but he has the most determination.

joint

adj. it is done by or involves two or more people or groups
Mike and Joanna are joint owners of a coffee shop.

outbreak

n. a sudden start
The scientists prepared for an outbreak of a dangerous virus.

anthem

n. a formal or religious song
Everyone sings the national anthem before the baseball game starts.

wild

adv. without control
Dandelions grow wild in the cracks of the streets.

prisoner

n. someone who is taken by force and kept somewhere
He has been a prisoner for many years.

beyond

prep. used to say that one thing is more than another
The job is beyond the man’s ability.

fighting

n. physical conflict between people or groups in a war, in the street, etc.
Heavy fighting continued for days.

silence

n. the complete absence of sound or noise
I can only sleep in complete silence.

tribute

n. something that you say, do, or give in order to express respect for someone
In some countries, people wear poppies as a tribute to veterans.