/ˈsɜr fɪs/ [SUR-fis] (n.)
– the outside or outermost layer of something
Example: The surface of the Earth is covered mostly in water.
Additional info: As a verb, it can mean to rise to the surface.
VIVIDLY
/ˈvɪv ɪd li/ [VIV-id-lee] (adv.)
– in a manner that is clear and detailed
Example: The journalist vividly described the fireworks display.
Additional info: It can also mean “in a manner that is animated or full of life.”
VENTURE
/ˈvɛn tʃər/ [VEN-cher] (v.)
– to go to an unknown and dangerous place
Example: The team ventured into the depths of the ocean aboard a submarine.
Additional info: As a noun, it can mean “an activity involving risk.”
INVESTIGATE
/ɪnˈvɛs tɪˌgeɪt/ [in-VES-ti-geyt] (v.)
– to study or examine something in detail
Example: Scientists are still investigating how fossil fuels affect the environment.
Additional info: Synonyms for investigate include scrutinize and probe.
COMPARABLE
/ kɒgˈnɪʃ ən / [kog-NISH-uh n] (n.)
– mental activities related to knowledge, comprehension, and memory
Example: The old satellite is comparable to the new one.
Additional info: Synonyms for comparable include alike and similar.
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