5 Vocabulary Words + Timestamps

1. Exaggeration [00:48]

2. Trivial [1:25]

3. Obstacles [1:57]

4. Essence [2:33]

5. Remarkable [2:59]

1. Exaggeration

Definition: A statement or description that makes something seem better, worse, larger, or more extreme than it really is.

Example Sentences:

1. Saying “I’ve told you a million times” is an exaggeration.

2. His story about catching a fish “as big as a whale” was clearly an exaggeration.

3. She used exaggeration in her speech to make the problem sound more urgent.

2. Trivial

Definition: Something that is unimportant, minor, or insignificant.

Example Sentences:

1. Don’t worry about the trivial details focus on the main task.

2. They argued over a trivial mistake that didn’t matter.

3. Compared to the overall project, this issue is trivial.

3. Obstacles

Definition: Things that block, hinder, or make progress difficult.

Example Sentences:

1. She overcame many obstacles to finish her degree.

2. Poor weather was an obstacle to completing the construction on time.

3. Fear of failure can be a mental obstacle to pursuing your dreams.

4. Essence

Definition: The most important quality or basic nature of something

Example Sentences:

1. The essence of her argument was that everyone should be treated equally.

2. Travel allows you to experience the essence of a new culture.

3. He captured the essence of the character in his painting.

5. Remarkable

Definition: Very unusual or impressive in a way that makes people notice and remember it

Example Sentences:

1. She made remarkable progress in her English studies in just a few months

2. The athlete showed remarkable strength during the competition

3. His story of success is truly remarkable and inspiring