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debate, despite , dimension. Reference : Dictionary.com http://www.learn-english-today.com By Albert Penner. debate ( n,v ). Pronunciation : de BATE Definition: n – a discussion about an issue where participants have differing opinions
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debate, despite , dimension Reference : Dictionary.com http://www.learn-english-today.com By Albert Penner
debate (n,v) Pronunciation : de BATE Definition:n – a discussion about an issue where participants have differing opinions v – to discuss an issue with someone who has different ideas than you do Synonym(s)– argument, discussion - argue, dicuss Word Family Words: debater
Sentence(s): • The students held a debate on the pros and cons of capitalism. • In our class we debated whether computers are useful tools to study English.
despite(prep) • Pronunciation: des PITE • Definition:even though • Synonym(s):even though, but, howeverAntonym(s): furthermore, and
Word family words: none • Sentences:1. Despite having money problems, we went to a restaurant to celebrate our son’s graduation. • 2. We came to school despite the weather being terrible.
Specify (v • Pronunciation: SPEcify • Definition: designate; decide definitely • Synonym(s):, show clearly,define,determine, indicate, detail, individualize ,specialize.
Word family words: • Specialize (v), specification(n) Specific. • Sentences: • Specific area of interest is in student support systems. • Our trained operators will then carry out filming or scanning to the agreed specification. • Specify what you would like your donation to fund.