v o c a b 1 0 ! Flashcards
Theory
noun
a supposition or a system of ideas intended to explain something, especially one based on general principles independent of the thing to be explained.
“Darwin’s theory of evolution”
Universal
adjective
relating to or done by all people or things in the world or in a particular group; applicable to all cases.
“universal adult suffrage”
Validate
verb
check or prove the validity or accuracy of.
“all analytical methods should be validated in respect of accuracy”
Variable
adjective
not consistent or having a fixed pattern; liable to change.
“the quality of hospital food is highly variable”
Variant
noun
a form or version of something that differs in some respect from other forms of the same thing or from a standard.
“clinically distinct variants of malaria”
Varied
adjective
incorporating a number of different types or elements; showing variation or variety.
“the phenomena were very varied”
Verify
verb
make sure or demonstrate that (something) is true, accurate, or justified.
“his conclusions have been verified by later experiments”
Viewpoint
noun
a person’s opinion or point of view.
“I do try to put over our viewpoint”
Vigorous
adjective
strong, healthy, and full of energy.
“a tall, vigorous, and muscular man”
Vindicate
verb
clear (someone) of blame or suspicion.
“hospital staff were vindicated by the inquest verdict”