4000 Essential English Words

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invert [invert] v.


To invert something means to turn it upside down.
—► He inverted the bicycle to make repairs on the wheels.


p re y [prei] n.
Prey is the animals that are hunted and eaten by another creature.
-> The lion ran as fast as he could to catch his prey.

procession [prasejsn] n.
A procession is a group of people who walk or drive in a line during a public event.
—► The procession all celebrated when they reached the end.

p ro p h e t [profit] n.
A prophet is a person chosen by a god to give the god’s message to people.
—► Harold believed that he was one o f the prophets o f his god.

s a r c a s t i c [sa rk a e s tik ] adj.
When something is sarcastic, it is the opposite of what is actually meant.
—♦ She h urt her m other’s feelings with her constant sarcastic remarks.

s e a s o n in g [si:z£>nir)] n.
Seasoning is a mix of salt, herbs, and spices that improves the taste of food.
—► This steak tastes bland. Maybe I’ll add some seasoning to it.

SOdium [soudiam] n.
Sodium is an element that can be used to make substances such as salt.
—► Sodium and chloride combine to make table salt.

ty ra n n y [tfranO n.
A tyranny is a cruel and unfair government in which one person has power.
—» His tyranny was impossible to live under.

ty r a n t [taiarant] n.
A tyrant is someone who treats people in a cruel, harsh, and unfair way.
—► Our boss is a tyrant. He makes us work long hours for little pay.

v in e g a r [vinigar] n.
Vinegar is a strong liquid made from sour wine that is used in cooking.
-* Be careful because too much vinegar w ill ruin the recipe.
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