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thermonuclear

/ˌθɜːrmoʊˈnuːkliər/ /ˌθɜːrməˈnuːkliər/

Meanings
adjective
Of, or relating to the fusion of atomic nuclei at high temperatures.

Examples :

"Scientists are researching thermonuclear reactions to create a cleaner and more sustainable energy source. "
energy physics technology science war military

Related Words

Illustration sustainable

sustainable adjective

/səˈsteɪnəbəl/

Able to be sustained.

"Our family is trying to live a more sustainable lifestyle by reducing waste and using less energy. "

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researching verb

/rɪˈsɜːrtʃɪŋ/ /riˈsɜːrtʃɪŋ/

To search or examine with continued care; to seek diligently.

"She is researching different types of dogs to help her family choose the best pet. "

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temperatures noun

/ˈtɛmpərətʃərz/ /ˈtɛmprətʃərz/

A measure of cold or heat, often measurable with a thermometer.

"The temperature in the room dropped nearly 20 degrees; it went from hot to cold."

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especially adverb

/əˈspɛʃ(ə)li/

(manner) In a special manner; specially.

"My sister is very helpful, especially when it comes to organizing things. "

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scientists noun

/ˈsaɪəntɪsts/

One whose activities make use of the scientific method to answer questions regarding the measurable universe. A scientist may be involved in original research, or make use of the results of the research of others.

"Scientists study plants to understand how they grow. "

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focusing verb

/ˈfoʊkəsɪŋ/ /ˈfoʊkəsɪn/

(followed by on or upon) To concentrate one's attention.

"I have to focus on my work."

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distinguished verb

/dɪsˈtɪŋɡwɪʃt/

To recognize someone or something as different from others based on its characteristics.

"The teacher distinguished the students' excellent essays from the others based on their insightful analysis. "

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cleaner noun

/ˈkliː.nə/ /ˈkli.nɚ/

A person whose occupation is to clean floors, windows and other things.

"The cleaner came to our school today to clean the floors and the bathrooms. "

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reactions noun

/riˈækʃənz/ /riˈækʃnz/

An action or statement in response to a stimulus or other event.

"The announcement of the verdict brought a violent reaction."

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relating verb

/rɪˈleɪtɪŋ/ /ˈriːleɪtɪŋ/

To tell in a descriptive way.

"Please relate the circumstances of your journey here today."

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scientist noun

/ˈsaɪ.ən.tɪst/

One whose activities make use of the scientific method to answer questions regarding the measurable universe. A scientist may be involved in original research, or make use of the results of the research of others.

"The scientist studied the effects of different types of soil on plant growth. "

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weapons noun

/ˈwɛpənz/

An instrument of attack or defense in combat or hunting, e.g. most guns, missiles, or swords.

"The club that is now mostly used for golf was once a common weapon."