Vocabulary Cards
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B2 noun, verb
nerve
Meaning
A bundle of fibers in the body that transmits signals between the brain and other parts; also courage or audacity.
Example
She gathered the nerve to speak in front of the large audience.
A2 adjective
Nervous
Meaning
feeling anxious or worried; relating to the nerves; easily agitated
Example
She felt nervous before her job interview.
B1 noun
Nest
Meaning
a structure built by birds to lay eggs and shelter their young
Example
The bird built a nest in the tree.
C1 verb
nestle
Meaning
to settle or lie comfortably within or against something
Example
The child nestled into her mother's arms.
C2 noun
Nestling
Meaning
a young bird that has not yet left its nest
Example
The mother bird fed the hungry nestling with worms.
B1 noun
net
Meaning
a piece of material made of threads or ropes woven together, used to catch or hold things
Example
The fisherman cast his net into the sea.
C2 adjective
nether
Meaning
situated down or below; lower
Example
They explored the nether regions of the cave.
C2 noun
nettle
Meaning
a plant with stinging hairs that cause irritation when touched
Example
He accidentally brushed against the nettle and felt a sharp sting.
C2 adjective
nettlesome
Meaning
Causing irritation, annoyance, or difficulty.
Example
The nettlesome rules frustrated the workers.
A2 noun
network
Meaning
A system of interconnected people, things, or computers.
Example
She built a strong professional network.
B2 noun
networking
Meaning
The action of establishing connections and relationships, especially for career or business purposes.
Example
Networking is important for career development.
C1 adjective
neural
Meaning
Relating to nerves or the nervous system.
Example
Scientists study neural connections in the brain.
C2 noun
neuralgia
Meaning
intense, often intermittent pain along a nerve pathway
Example
The patient suffers from neuralgia in her face.
C2 adjective
neurocognitive
Meaning
Related to brain information processing and memory power
Example
Neurocognitive functions decline due to lack of sleep.
C2 noun
neurofeedback
Meaning
A technique that uses real-time displays of brain activity to teach self-regulation of brain function.
Example
Neurofeedback enhances cognitive performance and relaxation.
C2 noun
neurogenesis
Meaning
The process of forming new nerve cells in the brain.
Example
Scientists are studying neurogenesis to understand brain health.
C1 adjective
neurological
Meaning
Relating to the anatomy, functions, and organic disorders of nerves and the nervous system.
Example
Meditation has positive neurological effects on mental health.
C1 noun
neurology
Meaning
The branch of medicine that deals with disorders of the nervous system.
Example
She specializes in neurology and treats patients with brain diseases.
C1 noun
neuroplasticity
Meaning
The brain's ability to reorganize itself by forming new neural connections throughout life.
Example
Neuroplasticity allows the brain to rewire itself after an injury.
C2 adjective
neuroprotective
Meaning
Having the ability to protect nerve cells from damage, degeneration, or impaired function.
Example
Omega-3 fatty acids have neuroprotective benefits.
C2 adjective
neuroscientific
Meaning
Related to the scientific study of the brain and nervous system.
Example
Neuroscientific research helps understand memory retention.
C1 noun
neurosis
Meaning
A relatively mild mental illness that is not caused by organic disease, involving symptoms of stress.
Example
His neurosis made social interactions difficult.
C1 noun
neurotransmitters
Meaning
Chemical messengers that transmit signals across nerve synapses, affecting mood, behavior, and cognitive functions.
Example
Serotonin and dopamine are key neurotransmitters affecting mood.
C1 verb
neuter
Meaning
To remove the reproductive organs of an animal; or having no gender.
Example
They decided to neuter their cat to prevent more kittens.