Electronics Glossary

verb to make something louder or stronger

adjective having been made louder or stronger

• The sound was amplified using state-of-the-art audio equipment.
• I amplified the music so we could hear it better.
• I cranked up the volume and amplified the bass for a better beat.
• His anger was amplified by the stressful situation he was in.

• The amplification of sound through the speakers was clear and powerful.
• I love how the amplification makes the music sound so much better.
• The amplification at the concert was lit!
• The amplification of his emotions was evident in his passionate speech.

noun a device or piece of equipment designed to perform a specific task, typically a domestic one

• The appliance industry is constantly evolving with new technological advancements.
• I need to buy a new appliance for my kitchen.
• My mom's old appliance finally gave out on her.
• His brain is like a malfunctioning appliance, unable to process information correctly.

verb to make or become weaker or less intense

• The doctor prescribed medication to attenuate the patient's symptoms.
• Taking a break can help attenuate your stress levels.
• I need to find a way to attenuate this drama in my life.
• His apology did little to attenuate the damage caused by his actions.

noun A device used to charge a battery or rechargeable battery-powered device.

• The charger for my laptop is not working properly.
• Can you pass me the phone charger?
• I need to juice up my phone, do you have a charger?
• She is like a charger, always full of energy and ready to go.

verb to release or allow to leave; to perform a duty or function; to dismiss from a job or position

• The patient was discharged from the hospital after a successful surgery.
• They let him go home from the hospital after the operation.
• He got kicked out of the hospital once he was feeling better.
• The soldier was discharged from duty after serving his country for many years.

noun the amount of profit made on an investment or business transaction

verb to obtain or acquire something desirable

• The company was able to gain a significant market share through strategic marketing efforts.
• I'm hoping to gain some new skills by taking that online course.
• I'm trying to gain some muscle at the gym so I can look ripped.
• Sometimes you have to lose in order to gain a new perspective on things.

noun the act of interfering or the process of being interfered with

verb to come in between or to get in the way of something

• The experiment results were affected by electromagnetic interference.
• The radio kept cutting out because of interference.
• Stop messing with my WiFi, you're causing interference.
• Don't let negative thoughts be an interference in achieving your goals.

noun a sudden strong feeling or shock

verb to push or shake with a sudden sharp movement

• The sudden jolt of the earthquake caused structural damage to the building.
• I spilled my coffee when the train made a jolt.
• That roller coaster gave me a jolt of adrenaline!
• The unexpected news gave her a jolt of realization about her life choices.

noun a state in which two or more waves have no specific time relationship with each other

adjective not in synchronization or alignment

• The two waves are completely out of phase with each other.
• Their dance moves were so out of phase, it was hard to watch.
• The team's communication was totally out of phase during the game.
• Her emotions were out of phase with the rest of the group's excitement.

noun a group of musicians or sound engineers who record music or sound for a movie or television show.

verb to select people to serve on a panel for a specific purpose.

• The panel of experts discussed the latest research findings at the conference.
• We need to gather a panel to decide on the best course of action.
• The panel of judges was not impressed with the contestant's performance.
• The panel of colors on the wall creates a vibrant and dynamic look in the room.

noun a person or thing that repeats something, such as a device that plays back recorded sound or video

adjective describing something that repeats or is used for repeating

• The technician installed a repeater to boost the Wi-Fi signal in the office.
• I set up a repeater to make sure the Wi-Fi reaches every corner of the house.
• I hooked up a repeater so I can get better internet in my room.
• She was like a repeater, constantly bringing up the same topic in every conversation.

noun a gesture, action, or sound that is used to convey information or instructions

verb to send a signal

• The traffic light turned red, signaling us to stop.
• I waved my hand as a signal for them to come over.
• I gave him the signal to start the race.
• Her sudden silence was a signal that something was wrong.

noun a series of soft explosive or spitting sounds

verb to make a series of soft explosive or spitting sounds

• The engine began to sputter as the fuel filter became clogged.
• I could hear the old car sputter as it struggled to start.
• The motorcycle sputtered to life after a few tries.
• His argument started to sputter when he couldn't provide any evidence.

verb to send or pass along something, such as a message or signal

• The satellite will transmit data back to Earth.
• Can you transmit the files to me through email?
• I'll just transmit the message to him real quick.
• Her smile seemed to transmit warmth to everyone around her.

noun a change in direction or position

verb to activate or start something

preposition used to indicate the source or cause of something

• Please remember to turn on the lights before entering the room.
• Don't forget to turn on the TV when you get home.
• I always turn on some tunes when I'm cooking dinner.
• She has the ability to turn on the charm whenever she needs to.

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.

verb to convert something into an electronic form or state

• The company plans to electronify all of its paper documents for better organization.
• I'm going to electronify all my notes so I don't lose them.
• Let's electronify this project to make it easier to share.
• She has the ability to electronify any situation with her quick thinking.

noun a type of flatfish commonly found in European waters

• The plat-ag was used to measure the land accurately for the survey.
• I borrowed my neighbor's plat-ag to help with marking out the garden.
• Hey, can you pass me that plat-ag over there?
• His sharp eyes were like a plat-ag, able to discern even the smallest details.

noun a diagram, plan, or drawing that outlines a system or process

adjective relating to or in the form of a diagram or outline

• The engineer presented a detailed schematic of the new building design.
• Can you show me a quick schematic of how the system works?
• I sketched out a rough schematic of the plan on a napkin.
• She had a mental schematic of how she wanted her life to unfold.

noun a device that uses feedback control to accurately position a mechanical component

adjective related to or involving a servo mechanism

• The servo motor in the robotic arm allows for precise control of movement.
• I had to replace the servo in my RC car because it stopped working.
• I'm going to tweak the servo settings to make my drone fly faster.
• She acted as a servo, always adjusting to others' needs before her own.

noun PB can be an abbreviation for a public bathroom, a restroom or facility available for use by the general public.

• The company's financial report shows an increase in PB ratio this quarter.
• I heard PB is going to be the main topic of discussion at the meeting.
• PB is the go-to snack for a quick energy boost.
• His words were like PB, spreading comfort and joy to everyone around him.

noun the time it takes to locate and retrieve a specific piece of information

• The access time of the database is crucial for efficient data retrieval.
• The access time for that website is really slow, it takes forever to load.
• I hate the access time on this app, it's so laggy.
• In life, sometimes we have to wait for the right access time to achieve our goals.