Science Terms

verb to create or design something new, especially a product or process

• The scientist was able to invent a new technology that revolutionized the industry.
• My grandpa likes to invent new recipes in the kitchen.
• I'm going to invent a new dance move for the party tonight.
• She could invent stories on the spot to entertain her friends.

noun a picture or image taken with a camera

verb to take a photograph

• The photographer took a high-quality photograph of the bride and groom.
• I snapped a quick photograph of the sunset before it disappeared.
• Let's take a selfie and post it on social media!
• The artist painted a vivid photograph of the bustling city streets.

noun a needle-like structure, such as the spine of a hedgehog or porcupine

• The acicula is a needle-like structure found in certain plants.
• I accidentally pricked myself on the acicula while gardening.
• Be careful, that acicula is sharp!
• Her words were like aciculas, piercing through my defenses.