Word of the day 4 9-12

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WORD OF THE DAY

Impact

im·pactDefinition: the striking of one thing against

another; forceful contact; collision:

The impact of the colliding cars broke the windshield.

The impact of the Renaissance movement in Europe was evident in the architectural designs.

Income

in·comeDefinition: the monetary payment received

for goods or services.

Some of the income differences probably stem from culture.

Her income helps to pay the bills.

Individual

in·di·vid·u·alDefinition: a single human being, as

distinguished from a group.

He is a talented individual.

The cake was divided into individual pieces.

Interpret

in·ter·pretDefinition: to give or provide the meaning

of; explain; 

She interpreted the smile as an invitation to join the group.

He tried to interpret the meaning of her harsh words.

Involved

in·volvedDefinition: very intricate or complex:

implicated

The civil rights demonstration attracted the involved young people of the area.

She gave the policeman an involved account of the crime.

Laborla·borDefinition: to strive as toward a goal;

work hard

The President labored for peace.

Students fighting against the use of sweatshop labor to manufacture apparel and other college-licensed products have a new target.

Legislationleg·is·la·tion Definition: the act of making or enacting

laws.

The Senate is considering yet another green-focused legislation.

The Senate passed legislation banning the use of cell phones while driving.

Majorma·jorDefinition: Great, as in rank or

importance

It was a major operation.

It was a major political issue.

Methodmeth·od Definition: a procedure, technique, or

way of doing something, especially in accordance with a definite plan:

`There are three possible methods of repairing this motor.

The first method required wildlife workers to find, compare and count tiger paw prints.

Occuroc·curdefinition: to happen; take place; come to

pass: When did the accident occur?

When did the accident occur?

An idea occurred to me.