Lesson 31

to express agreement with a particular opinion, statement, action, etc.

It's reassuring when experts from various fields concur on such critical matters, providing a unified recommendation.

the simultaneous occurrence of events or circumstances

Researchers were fascinated by the concurrence of multiple rare bird species appearing in the same region.

happening or taking place at the same time

Several concurrent events at the festival attracted huge crowds to the downtown area.

a momentary loss of consciousness provoked by a hard blow on the head

The patient presented with symptoms of a concussion, including dizziness, confusion, and sensitivity to light, after a car accident.

(geometry) a closed shape with six straight sides and six angles

She decided to tile her bathroom floor with hexagon-shaped tiles.

having six angles or corners

The jewelry box had a hexangular design, giving it a unique appearance.

an organism or creature with six legs

The insect exhibit at the museum offered a comprehensive look into the diverse world of hexapods.

a support or foundation

a person who is on foot and not in or on a vehicle

The city installed a new pedestrian crossing near the school to ensure the children's safety.

the branch of medicine that is concerned with children and their conditions

After completing her medical degree, she specialized in pediatrics because of her passion for children's health.

to encourage or provoke someone to take action

The impassioned speech was intended to incite the crowd to participate in the protest.

the act of motivating or encouraging someone to act or behave in a particular way

The loud cheers from the audience provided the necessary incitement for the team to play their best game yet.

the failure to give enough attention or care to someone or something, particularly someone or something one has responsibility for

The lifeguard's momentary negligence was enough for the swimmer to struggle unnoticed.

so small or insignificant that can be completely disregarded

The amount of sugar in the diet soda is negligible, making it a popular choice for those watching their sugar intake.

in a careless way that causes harm or fails to meet expected duty

The surgeon had acted negligently by failing to check the patient's chart.

lewd or lascivious woman

the quality of acting carelessly and without restraint, often without concern for consequences

The festival was a time for everyone to let loose, displaying pure wantonness.

a large group of trained soldiers that is smaller than a division

The brigade was deployed to the front lines for the operation.

a rank of officer in the army, above colonel and below major general

After years of exemplary service, he was promoted from colonel to brigadier.

an outlaw, typically operating in a group and using violence or stealth to steal

The forest was infested with brigands preying on travelers.