Math is the hidden secret to understanding the world | Roger Antonsen

Important Vocabulary Words From The Video

parabola

A parabola is a curve that is used to model the path of a projectile. It has a shape that is similar to a S-shape.

  • The trajectory of the missile was modeled using a parabola.
  • The parabola has a very specific shape, which is why it was chosen to model the trajectory of the missile.
clanking

When something is clanking, it is making a loud noise. The clanking might be the sound of metal against metal, or it might be the sound of gears grinding.

  • The noise was so loud that it was clanking all the way down the hall.
  • The sound of the clanking was making it difficult to hear the speaker.
cowbell

A cowbell is a type of brass bell that is used to make noise when a group of people are playing music. It is often used in jazz and rock bands.

  • When the band started to play, the cowbell started to make a lot of noise.
  • The cowbell is a mandatory part of the band's repertoire, and everyone needs to know how to play it.
undervalued

When something is undervalued, it is not given the importance that it deserves. Sometimes people use the word to describe something that is not taken seriously.

  • The undervalued currency is losing value every day.
  • The undervalued artist is not getting the recognition that she deserves.
abstracted

Abstracted means pulled away or removed from reality. When you're abstracted, you're not paying attention to the details of the situation.

  • The artist's abstracted paintings are very beautiful.
  • The professor's abstracted lectures are very interesting.
platonic

Platonic is a word that is used to describe relationships that are not sexual. It is usually used to refer to friendships, relationships between family members, and relationships between professionals.

  • They are friends, and there is nothing romantic between them.
  • They are platonic friends, which means that they are not interested in getting romantically involved with each other.
  • She is a professional, and she is dating a friend who is not a professional.
analogies

Analogies are comparisons between two things that are not actually similar. They can be helpful in understanding something, or they can be used to make a point.

  • The teacher drew analogies between math and English in order to make the concepts more clear.
  • The teacher used analogies to compare the Revolutionary War to World War II.
empathetic

Empathetic is a word that means that you are able to understand and feel the feelings of other people. When you are empathetic, you are able to put yourself in other people's shoes and understand their feelings.

  • The teacher was trying to be empathetic and understand the student's feelings.
  • She was able to empathize with the woman and understand her situation.