Education Reform Terminology

5 words in this vocabulary list

lessening protest unschooled heteronormative adopts

lessening

noun the process of becoming smaller or reducing in amount

verb present participle of the verb 'lessen', meaning to make or become smaller in size, amount, degree, or intensity

  • The implementation of new safety measures led to a lessening of workplace accidents.
  • Eating healthier and exercising regularly can result in a lessening of body fat.
  • I've noticed a serious lessening in the drama since she stopped hanging out with that group.
  • As time passed, the lessening of his grief allowed him to move forward with his life.

protest

noun a statement or action expressing disapproval of or objection to something

verb to express strong disapproval or objection to something

  • The citizens organized a peaceful protest to demand political reform.
  • I heard there's going to be a protest downtown tomorrow.
  • Let's skip class and go join the protest at the park.
  • His silence was a protest against the injustice he witnessed.

unschooled

adjective lacking formal education or training; uneducated

  • The unschooled child struggled to keep up with the curriculum.
  • She's completely unschooled in that subject, so don't expect much from her presentation.
  • He's so unschooled when it comes to technology, it's embarrassing.
  • Her mind was like an unschooled garden, wild and untamed.

heteronormative

adjective relating to or based on the belief that heterosexuality is the only natural or normal sexual orientation

  • The society's perception of relationships is often influenced by heteronormative beliefs.
  • Some people may feel pressured to conform to heteronormative standards in their relationships.
  • It's annoying how everything is so heteronormative sometimes.
  • Breaking free from heteronormative expectations can feel like a breath of fresh air.

adopts

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being

  • The company adopts a strict policy on data privacy.
  • She adopts a hands-off approach when it comes to managing her team.
  • He adopts a chill attitude towards everything.
  • The artist adopts a minimalist style in her paintings.