Education Vocabulary

noun a request for information or a favor

verb to inquire about something by speaking or writing

• I need to ask for permission before making any changes to the project.
• Can I ask you a question about the homework?
• I'm gonna ask my boss for a day off next week.
• Sometimes it's better to ask for forgiveness than permission.

adjective occurring or appearing every two weeks

adverb every two weeks

• The employees are paid biweekly for their work.
• We have a biweekly meeting to discuss project updates.
• Let's catch up over coffee biweekly.
• The biweekly rhythm of the waves crashing on the shore was soothing.

adjective Bloody minded is an adjective that describes someone who is stubborn, obstinate, or contrary in their opinions or behavior.

• The committee was frustrated by the chairman's bloody minded refusal to consider any alternative proposals.
• My boss can be so bloody minded sometimes, always insisting on doing things her way.
• I can't believe how bloody minded that guy is, never willing to compromise on anything.
• Her stubbornness was like a bloody minded wall, impossible to break through.

noun a stupid or foolish person

• The bonehead decision made by the CEO resulted in a significant loss for the company.
• Don't be such a bonehead and forget your keys again!
• That guy is a total bonehead for trying to pick a fight with the bouncer.
• She called him a bonehead for not realizing the consequences of his actions.

verb to reach the same level or position as someone or something that was ahead

• Let's schedule a meeting to catch up on the latest project updates.
• We should grab a coffee sometime and catch up.
• Hey, we should hang out and catch up on things.
• I need to catch up with my reading before the exam.

noun a period of twenty-four hours as a unit of time, reckoned from one midnight to the next, corresponding to a rotation of the earth on its axis

adjective relating to or occurring during the day

adverb during the day or on each day

• The work must be completed by the end of the day.
• Let's catch up for lunch one day this week.
• I'm having a lazy day, just chilling at home.
• Every cloud has a silver lining, even on the darkest day.

noun a public display of group feelings or a process or show designed to explain how something works

• The scientist conducted a demonstration to showcase the new technology.
• We watched a cool demonstration of the latest gadgets at the tech expo.
• The magician's demonstration of card tricks was mind-blowing!
• The peaceful protest was a powerful demonstration of unity and strength.

noun a place where someone or something is left or delivered

verb to deposit or deliver someone or something to a specific location

• I will need to drop off the documents at the office before 5 pm.
• Can you drop off the package at my house later?
• I'll drop off the books at your place tomorrow.
• She decided to drop off the project due to lack of interest.

noun a quick and successful beginning or start

adjective describing the type of start as quick and successful

• The new project got off to a flying start with high levels of productivity right from the beginning.
• We're off to a flying start with the party planning - everything is coming together perfectly.
• Our team had a flying start in the competition, we crushed our opponents in the first round.
• Her career took off with a flying start after she landed a high-profile job right out of college.

adjective relating to the study of the written symbols used in a writing system

• The graphemic representation of a word refers to its written form.
• When writing, it's important to pay attention to the graphemic details of each letter.
• I struggle with remembering the graphemic patterns of certain words.
• The artist used graphemic elements in their painting to convey a deeper meaning.

noun a small domesticated rodent often kept as a pet, typically having a white, tan, and black coat

• The researchers used a guinea pig for their experiment on the effects of the new drug.
• I volunteered to be the guinea pig for testing out the new video game before it's released.
• I feel like I'm always the guinea pig in this group, trying out new restaurants and activities first.
• She felt like a guinea pig in the office, always being asked to test out new procedures and systems.

noun A word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea. In this case, 'inclusive' can also be used as a noun to refer to the state of being inclusive or the practice of including all types of people or things.

adjective A word that describes a noun. In this case, 'inclusive' describes the nature of something being comprehensive or covering all aspects.

preposition A word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence. In this case, 'inclusive of' shows that something is part of a larger group or whole.

• The total cost of the project is $10,000 inclusive of all expenses.
• The package deal includes everything, inclusive of tax and shipping fees.
• The party invite is open to all, inclusive of your friends from out of town.
• His success story is truly inspiring, inclusive of all the challenges he faced along the way.

verb to give someone information about a particular subject or situation

• The board members were informed of the decision during the meeting.
• I made sure to keep you informed of all the updates.
• I'll shoot you a text to keep you informed of the plan.
• The book informed me of the struggles faced by the main character.

verb to give something to someone for a period of time, expecting it to be returned

• I am willing to lend you my textbook for the semester.
• Sure, I can lend you some cash until your next payday.
• I can totally lend you a hand with that project, no problem.
• His charisma seemed to lend an air of charm to the entire event.

noun a single sheet of paper in a book or document

verb to number the pages of a book or document

• Please turn to page 10 in your textbook and read the passage aloud.
• Hey, can you check out this page in the magazine? It has some cool pictures.
• I'm just gonna scroll through my feed and see what's on the next page.
• Turning the page on a difficult chapter in my life has brought me a sense of peace.

verb to write or draw with a pencil

• She penciled in the meeting time on her calendar.
• I penciled a reminder on my hand so I wouldn't forget.
• I penciled in a quick sketch of the new design.
• She penciled in some time for self-care amidst her busy schedule.

noun a reproduction of a document or other printed matter made by using a photocopying machine

verb to make a photocopy of something

• Please make a photocopy of this document for our records.
• Can you quickly photocopy these papers for me?
• I need to run off a quick photocopy of this before the meeting.
• His memory was like a photocopy, always reproducing the same details perfectly.

verb made ready or equipped for a particular purpose or situation

adjective ready for something

• The chef prepared a gourmet meal for the distinguished guests.
• I prepared a quick dinner for us before the movie.
• She's always prepared with snacks in her bag.
• He prepared himself mentally for the challenging task ahead.

noun a person who is new to or inexperienced in a particular activity or field

adjective not processed or refined; in a natural or unaltered state

• The raw recruit showed great potential during training.
• The new guy is a raw recruit, but he's eager to learn.
• That raw recruit has a lot to prove if he wants to make it in this unit.
• She felt like a raw recruit in the world of finance, but she was determined to succeed.

noun a violent or criminal act of murder

verb to erase or remove by rubbing or friction

• The detective was able to rub out the incriminating evidence before it could be found.
• I need to rub out this mistake before anyone sees it.
• I heard he hired someone to rub out his rival.
• Sometimes we have to rub out the negative thoughts in our minds to move forward.

noun the action of distributing or dividing something among a group of people

verb to give a portion of something to another or others

adjective used to describe something that involves the act of giving or distributing among others

• The act of sharing information is crucial for effective collaboration in the workplace.
• Hey, do you mind sharing your notes with me for the upcoming exam?
• I love sharing memes with my friends on social media.
• Sharing your thoughts and feelings with others can help alleviate stress and anxiety.

verb to increase rapidly or dramatically

adjective increasing quickly or dramatically

• The cost of living in the city is skyrocketing due to high demand for housing.
• Have you seen the prices of sneakers these days? They're skyrocketing!
• The popularity of that new artist is skyrocketing, they're blowing up right now.
• Her confidence was skyrocketing after receiving praise for her presentation.

noun a book containing a collection of stories, typically for children

• The library has a vast collection of classic storybooks for children.
• I love reading storybooks before going to bed.
• Let's ditch the movie and have a storybook night instead.
• Their love story was like something out of a fairytale storybook.

verb to oversee or direct a person or group of people in order to ensure that a task is carried out correctly

• The manager will supervise the team during the project.
• Can you supervise the kids while I run to the store?
• I'll be supervising the party to make sure everything stays under control.
• The teacher's role is to supervise the students' progress in learning.

verb to add something extra or additional to something else

preposition to attach or fasten something onto something else

• The company decided to tack on an additional fee for late payments.
• I hate when they tack on extra charges at the last minute.
• They always try to tack on some hidden costs when you least expect it.
• She tried to tack on a smile, but her eyes gave away her true feelings.

noun a final point or limit

verb to bring to an end or conclusion

adjective used to describe something that brings an end to something

• The company decided to terminate the employee due to repeated policy violations.
• They had to terminate that guy because he just couldn't follow the rules.
• They had to give him the boot because he was causing too many problems.
• The relationship had to be terminated in order to preserve their own well-being.

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

• The lights were turned off in order to conserve energy.
• I turned off the TV before leaving the room.
• I turned off my alarm and went back to sleep.
• She turned off her emotions after the breakup.

noun the health, happiness, and fortunes of a person or group

• The government is responsible for ensuring the welfare of its citizens through social programs.
• We should all pitch in to help out our friend who is struggling for the welfare of their family.
• I heard she's on welfare now, trying to make ends meet.
• The welfare of the company depends on the success of this new product launch.

adjective having or showing experience, knowledge, and good judgment

preposition indicating that someone is aware of or informed about something

• It is wise to carefully consider all options before making a decision.
• You'd be wise to listen to her advice, she knows what she's talking about.
• It's wise to keep your cool in that situation.
• In life, it's wise to choose your battles wisely.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

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

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence

article a word that is used to specify a noun as definite or indefinite

• The athletes were ready to be off to the races as soon as the starting gun went off.
• Hey, are you ready to be off to the races? The concert starts in 10 minutes!
• Let's get our gear on and be off to the races before it gets too crowded.
• With all the preparations done, the project is finally ready to be off to the races and see some progress.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea. In this case, 'get-go' is a noun that refers to the beginning or starting point of something.

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence. In this case, 'from' is showing the relationship between the starting point and the rest of the phrase 'the get-go'.

article a word that is used to limit or define a noun. In this case, 'the' is specifying which 'get-go' is being referred to.

• It is important to establish clear goals and expectations from the get-go in order to ensure a successful project.
• Let's make sure everyone knows what's expected right from the get-go.
• We gotta be on the same page from the get-go, ya know?
• Like a runner at the starting line, we need to be ready to go from the get-go.

noun A mistake or blunder made by someone who is inexperienced or unskilled

• Making such a basic mistake is considered a rookie error in this industry.
• Forgetting to save your work before closing the program is a total rookie error.
• Dude, spilling your drink on your laptop is a total rookie error.
• Thinking you could finish the project in one day was a rookie error in time management.

verb to shorten or condense something by omitting parts of it

• The government passed a law abridging the freedom of speech.
• They're always trying to limit what we can say, always abridging our rights.
• They're constantly cutting back on our ability to speak freely, always abridging us.
• Her strict rules were like abridging our creativity, stifling our ability to express ourselves fully.

verb to behave or function in a disruptive or unruly manner

adverb in a disruptive or unruly manner

• The machinery started to act up, causing delays in production.
• My phone always acts up when I'm trying to send a text.
• I can't believe my car decided to act up on me right before my road trip.
• Her emotions began to act up as she thought about the past.

noun a person who has been admitted to a group or organization

• The university sent out acceptance letters to all the admittees for the upcoming academic year.
• All the admittees are excited to start their new journey at the university.
• The admittees are officially part of the university crew now.
• Being one of the admittees opens up a world of opportunities for further education.