Unit 12. Surgery | Exercises and Flashcards

Unit 12. Surgery, 400 words for TOEFL Exercises and Flashcards

Word	Definition	Example
anesthesia	a state of reduced sensation	The procedure is performed under general anesthesia.
augment	to make bigger or better by adding to	He would have to find work to augment his income.
certifiably	in a manner that is officially recognized	This is certifiably the worst pizza I've ever had
complication	a factor that makes something more complex	His illness has one complication that might eventually lead to serious consequences.
cure	to restore to health	Doctors are now able to cure people of different diseases
implant	to set in firmly	A microchip can be implanted under the skin.
inject	to insert a liquid by means of a syringe	I have to inject myself with insulin.
obese	excessively overweight	Obese people can have various health problems caused by their weight.
procedure	a specific way of performing or doing something	Make sure you follow the procedures.
scar	a mark on the skin left after a wound has healed	He has a scar from his operation.