Vocabulary Flashcards 8 Hydr

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dehydrated

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adj. the state in which a large amount of water has been lost or removed from the body or from food. Example: Dehydrated fruit makes a great snack. When Janie had the stomach flu, she became dehydrated.

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hydrant

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n. a pipe in or near the street that provides water, especially for putting out fires. Example: There are twelve fire hydrants on Main Street.

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hydrate

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v. to add water or moisture to something; to supply something with water. Example: After being in the sun, it’s important to hydrate your skin with lotions, gels, or creams.

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hydraulic

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adj. operated by the pressure of a fluid. Example: An airplane is controlled using an extensive hydraulic system.

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hydroplane

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v. to slide on a wet road because a thin layer of water on the road causes the tires to lose contact with it. Example: You must be careful when driving in rain so that your car does not hydroplane.

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maintenance

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n. the act of maintaining something or someone; the act of causing something to exist or continue without changing; the act of providing support for someone or something. Example: Regular maintenance is necessary to keep your car in good repair.

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consequence

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n. something that happens as a result of a particular action or set of conditions. Example: A consequence of not studying is usually a poor grade.

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ambivalence

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n. a state of having very different feelings (such as love and hate) about someone or something at the same time. Example: Mark has ambivalence about his job; he loves some parts and hates others.

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consciousness

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n. the condition of being conscious; the normal state of being awake and able to understand what is happening around you. Example: Sarah lost consciousness for a few minutes after falling off of her bicycle and hitting her head.

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fondness

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n. a feeling or showing of love or friendship; strongly felt; having a liking for or love of someone or something. Example: The young couple’s fondness for each other was apparent.