Vocabulary lesson 71
- ignite (v.) set on fire
– One match can ignite an entire forest.
- abolish (v.) formally put an end to (a system, practice, or institution)
– My school has abolished final exams altogether.
- pollute (v.) make dirty
– The Atlantic Ocean is in danger of becoming polluted.
- adequate (adj.) as much as is needed; fully sufficient
– A bedroom, kitchen, and bath were adequate shelter for his living needs.
- audible (adj.) able to be heard
– From across the room, the teacher’s voice was barely audible.