Vocabulary Enrichment 8

FULL 
/ fʊl / [foo l] (adj.) 
– no longer feeling hungry

Example: I’ve eaten four slices of bread so I’m already full.
Additional info: It may also mean “occupying the maximum capacity.”

DEHYDRATION
/ ˌdi haɪˈdreɪ ʃən / [dee-hahy-DREY-shuh n] (n.) 
– the condition of not having enough water in the body

Example: You should drink eight glasses of water to avoid dehydration.
Additional info: Thirst and dryness are related to this term.

PROMISING
/ ˈprɒm ə sɪŋ / [PROM-uh-sing] (adj.) 
– showing great potential

Example: The results of the study look very promising.
Additional info: It may also mean “can be successful.”

ARRIVE AT
/ əˈraɪv æt / [uh-RAHYV at] (v. phrase) 
– to reach a decision or conclusion

Example: The scientists arrived at the conclusion that drinking water has many health benefits.
Additional info: Come to and get to are similar to this phrase.

ENERGETIC
/ ˌɛn ərˈdʒɛt ɪk / [en-er-JET-ik] (adj.) 
– full of energy

Example: The participants were very energetic during the activity.
Additional info: It may also mean “requiring a lot of effort.”

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