5 Vocabulary Words + Timestamps

1. Cracked up [01:35]

2. Physiology [03:33]

3. Preferences [03:44]

4. Saturated [03:49]

5. Taxing [04:34]

1. Cracked up

• Definition: To laugh uncontrollably or to become mentally unstable or break down emotionally.

• Example sentences:

  • The comedian's jokes were so hilarious that the audience cracked up.

  • After a long day at work, she finally cracked up and burst into tears.

  • The stress of the exam period caused him to crack up and he had to take some time off.

2. Physiology

• Definition: The branch of biology that deals with the study of normal functions and mechanisms of living organisms and their parts.

• Example sentences:

  • He studied physiology in college to understand how the human body works.

  • The physiology of plants is interesting, especially how they use photosynthesis to convert sunlight into energy.

  • The professor explained the physiology behind breathing during the lecture.

3. Preferences

• Definition: The act or state of favoring or liking one thing more than another.

• Example sentences:

  • Everyone has their own preferences when it comes to food.

  • Her musical preferences range from classical to hip-hop.

  • The survey asked participants about their preferences for various types of entertainment.

4. Saturated

• Definition: Filled to capacity, unable to hold or contain more.

• Example sentences:

  • The sponge was saturated with water and couldn't absorb any more.

  • The market was saturated with similar products, making it hard for new companies to compete.

  • After a heavy rainfall, the ground became saturated and started to flood.

5. Taxing

• Definition: Physically or mentally demanding, requiring a lot of effort or energy.

• Example sentences:

  • Her job as a nurse is very taxing, both physically and emotionally.

  • The long, uphill hike was quite taxing, but the view from the top was worth it.

  • Running a marathon is a taxing challenge that requires months of training.