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The Controversial Strike (Oxford 3000 Vocabulary Series)

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spiritual

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(adj) /ˈspɪrɪtʃuəl/ related to the spirit or non-physical part of a person; often connected to beliefs or feelings Example: She has a spiritual connection to nature.

spokesman

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(n) /ˈspoʊksmən/ a person who speaks on behalf of a group or organization Example: The spokesman gave a speech for the team.

stability

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(n) /stəˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/ the state of being stable or steady, not likely to change or be disturbed Example: The stability of the table makes it safe.

statement

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(n) /ˈsteɪtmənt/ a formal expression of an idea or opinion, often made in public Example: The president made a statement to the people.

strategic

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(adj) /strəˈtiːdʒɪk/ related to carefully planning actions to achieve a goal Example: The team made a strategic plan for the project.

structure

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(n) /ˈstrʌk.tʃər/ the way something is arranged or organized Example: The structure of the building is very strong.

substance

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(n) /ˈsʌbstəns/ a particular kind of matter or material Example: Water is a simple substance.

supporter

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(n) /səˈpɔːrtər/ a person who supports or agrees with someone or something Example: She is a supporter of the team.

surprised

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(adj) /sərˈpraɪzd/ feeling or showing surprise; feeling shocked or astonished Example: She was surprised by the birthday party.

technical

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(adj) /ˈtɛk.nɪ.kəl/ related to a specific field or area of knowledge, especially in science or technology Example: He has technical skills in computer programming.

technique

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(n) /tɛkˈnik/ a special way of doing something, often involving skills or methods Example: She has a great technique for painting.

telephone

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(n) /ˈtɛləˌfoʊn/ a device used to make voice calls over long distances Example: I use my telephone to talk to my friends.

telescope

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(n) /ˈtɛlɪˌskoʊp/ a device that makes faraway things, like stars, look closer and clearer Example: He looked at the stars through a telescope.

temporary

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(adj) /ˈtɛmpəˌrɛri/ lasting for a limited time; not permanent Example: The job is temporary, and it will end soon.

territory

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(n) /ˈtɛrɪtɔri/ an area of land that is owned or controlled by someone Example: The dog protects its territory.

terrorism

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(n) /ˈtɛr.ə.rɪ.zəm/ the use of violence and threats to intimidate or coerce, especially for political purposes Example: Terrorism causes fear in many people.

terrorist

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(n) /ˈtɛrərist/ a person who uses violence, especially against civilians, to achieve political or ideological goals Example: The news reported about a terrorist attack.

testimony

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(n) /ˈtɛstəˌmoʊni/ a statement made by someone about what they saw or experienced Example: The witness gave their testimony in court.

therefore

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(conj) /ˈðɛrˌfɔr/ used to show a result or conclusion from what has just been said Example: It was raining; therefore, I stayed inside.

tradition

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(n) /trəˈdɪʃ.ən/ a long-standing practice or custom that is passed down through generations Example: They celebrate a special tradition every year.

transform

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(v) /trænsˈfɔrm/ to change something into a different state or form Example: The caterpillar will transform into a butterfly.

translate

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(v) /trænˈsleɪt/ to change words from one language to another language Example: I can translate English to Spanish.

treatment

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(n) /ˈtriːt.mənt/ a way to treat or deal with a problem or illness Example: The doctor suggested a new treatment for the cough.

typically

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(adv) /ˈtɪpɪkli/ usually or commonly happening in a particular way Example: Dogs typically bark when they are excited.

Master the Oxford 3000 vocabulary with our flashcard exercise.

Below are the words you’ll focus on in this session:

spiritual
spokesman
stability
statement
strategic
structure
substance
supporter
surprised
technical
technique
telephone
telescope
temporary
territory
terrorism
terrorist
testimony
therefore
tradition
transform
translate
treatment
typically

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