Lesson 22

related to the release of electrons from a surface in the process of lighting

a tool used for measuring the power of light

the scientific measurement of light in terms of its intensity, color, and other properties

The astronomer used photometry to determine the luminosity of distant stars by measuring their light intensity.

a light that is released for a long period of time even after its source energy is gone or finished

an employee who is under the authority or control of another person

The manager delegated tasks to his subordinates.

occurring or coming after something else

The subsequent chapters of the book delve deeper into the protagonist's journey.

the quality of obeying other people without any question

ready to obey others unquestioningly, especially those in authority

His subservient assistant never challenged any of his unreasonable demands.

(of an illness) suddenly becoming severe but for a short time

Jack was hospitalized due to an acute bout of appendicitis.

sharp judgment and quick decision-making, especially in practical or professional matters

Her business acumen helped the company grow quickly.

referring to a government structure where lawmaking power is divided between two distinct assemblies

Many democratic nations adopt a bicameral system to balance regional and population-based representation.

a plant that lives for two years and in its second year produces seeds and flowers

to split something into two distinct parts

To explore different paths, they decided to bifurcate the hiking trail.

the act of marrying one person while still legally married to another

involving or relating to two sides or parties

The two countries signed a bilateral agreement to enhance trade relations.

able to speak, understand, or use two languages fluently

Growing up in a bilingual household, she effortlessly switched between English and Spanish.

the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one

coming or happening just after the third person or thing

Sally finished in fourth place in the swimming competition.

existing in large numbers

His contributions to the project were legion and indispensable.

a soldier who fights in a very large group that is a part of an army called legion

The legionary stood guard at the camp entrance.