Lesson 12

• Ignite
• Abolish
• Urban
• Population
• Frank
• Pollute
• Reveal
• Prohibit
• Urgent
• Adequate
• Decrease
• Audible

You got it! Here are explanations and examples for those words, focusing on their meanings and nuances:

Ignite

To ignite means to set something on fire, to cause something to burn or start burning. It can also refer to the act of starting or inspiring something.

• The spark ignited the dry grass.
• His speech ignited a wave of enthusiasm in the crowd.
• Igniting something often involves a sudden burst of energy or a spark of inspiration.

Abolish

To abolish means to officially end something, to do away with something permanently.

• The government abolished slavery.
• The school abolished its uniform policy.
• Abolishing something often involves a change in laws, policies, or practices.

Urban

Urban means relating to or located in a city or town. It suggests a densely populated area with a high concentration of buildings and infrastructure.

• The urban population is growing rapidly.
• He lived in an urban area, surrounded by skyscrapers and busy streets.
• Urban life is often characterized by diversity, complexity, and a fast pace.

Population

Population refers to the number of people living in a particular place or area.

• The population of the city is over a million.
• The population of the world is growing rapidly.
• Population growth can have a significant impact on resources, environment, and social structures.

Frank

Frank means honest, straightforward, or candid. It suggests a willingness to express one’s thoughts and feelings openly and directly.

• He gave me a frank assessment of my performance.
• She was frank about her opinions on the matter.
• Frank communication is often valued for its honesty and clarity.

Pollute

To pollute means to contaminate or make something impure, to make something harmful or unfit for use.

• The factory polluted the river with toxic chemicals.
• Air pollution is a major health concern in many cities.
• Pollution can have devastating effects on the environment and human health.

Reveal

To reveal means to make something known, to uncover or disclose something that was hidden or secret.

• The detective revealed the killer’s identity.
• She revealed her secret to her best friend.
• Revealing something often involves making information public or sharing personal details.

Prohibit

To prohibit means to forbid or ban something, to make something illegal or unacceptable.

• The law prohibits smoking in public places.
• The school prohibited the use of cell phones during class.
• Prohibitions are often put in place to protect public safety, health, or order.

Urgent

Urgent means requiring immediate attention, needing to be done or addressed quickly.

• He received an urgent phone call from his doctor.
• There was an urgent need for medical supplies.
• Urgent matters often involve critical situations or deadlines.

Adequate

Adequate means sufficient or enough, meeting the necessary requirements.

• She received adequate training for the job.
• The hotel room was adequate, but nothing special.
• Adequacy often involves meeting basic needs or fulfilling a minimum requirement.

Decrease

To decrease means to become smaller or fewer, to decline or diminish.

• The price of gas has decreased in recent weeks.
• The population of the town has decreased since the factory closed.
• Decreases can involve reduction, decline, or shrinkage.

Audible

Audible means able to be heard, loud enough to be heard clearly.

• His voice was barely audible above the noise.
• The sound of the engine was clearly audible.
• Audibility depends on the volume, distance, and clarity of a sound.

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• Berikut adalah padanan bahasa Indonesia dari kata-kata tersebut:
• Ignite: Menyalakan, memicu, membakar
• Abolish: Membatalkan, menghapus, menghapuskan
• Urban: Perkotaan, kota, urban
• Population: Populasi, penduduk, jumlah penduduk
• Frank: Jujur, terus terang, tulus
• Pollute: Mencemari, polusi, merusak
• Reveal: Mengungkapkan, membuka rahasia, menyingkap
• Prohibit: Melarang, mengharamkan, membatasi
• Urgent: Mendesak, penting, mendesak
• Adequate: Memadai, cukup, mencukupi
• Decrease: Mengurangi, menurunkan, berkurang
• Audible: Terdengar, jelas, terdengar dengan jelas.

Ignite gasoline, and you have noise and smoke; turn on an electric motor and abolish two headaches dreaded by urban populations. Automobile manufacturers are frank about how their motors pollute the air, so there are frequent hints that the big companies will soon reveal a practical electric car.
So far, there is a lack of knowledge of storing electricity in the car, which prohibits wide production of electric autos, but recently, Congress called urgently for adequate research into the battery or fuel cell problem. Electric autos would be inexpensive to run and would decrease air pollution. It might be weird, however, to live in the quiet surroundings of a city where autos that used to be noisily audible would be whisper-quiet.

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The Urban Revelation

In the bustling urban landscape of New York City, a mission was underway that could ignite a change and abolish an age-old menace. The city’s population was at risk, their health teetering on the edge due to a hidden threat that lurked in the air they breathed every day.

Frank, a dedicated environmental scientist, had been tirelessly working to uncover the truth. He had discovered that the air was being polluted by an unseen force, a combination of emissions that went unchecked by the authorities. His findings were startling, and he knew it was time to reveal the truth to the world.

The task was daunting, as powerful corporations wanted to prohibit any exposure that might disrupt their operations. However, Frank felt an urgent need to act. He knew the people deserved adequate information to make informed decisions about their future.

To decrease the harmful effects, Frank devised a plan to make his findings audible to all. He organized a massive rally in the heart of the city, inviting citizens, activists, and media. With a heart full of hope and determination, Frank took to the stage.

As he spoke, his voice didn’t just carry words; it carried a promise of change. The crowd listened intently, understanding the gravity of the situation. Inspired, they joined Frank in his mission, demanding clean air and transparency from those in power.

The movement gained momentum, and soon, policies were changed, and stricter regulations were implemented. The air quality improved, and the city began to breathe easier. Frank’s bravery and dedication had sparked a revolution, showing that one person’s voice could truly ignite a transformation, abolishing the old ways and paving the path for a healthier, more sustainable future.