Vocabtivate™ FAQs

Try to infer the definition from the sentence context first. This strengthens your guessing skills and helps you remember the word better. If you're still unsure, highlight the unfamiliar word or phrase and right‑click. Most browsers offer an instant translation, so you can check the meaning without leaving Vocabtivate™.

Eyes‑closed listening: Play the audio and keep your eyes closed before reading. This trains your ear to pick up pronunciation, rhythm, and intonation.

Audio‑only challenge: For extra practice, select the best sentence using listening alone—no peeking at the text.

Yes! After you type a new item—whether it’s a single word, an idiom (“the ball is in your court”), or a phrasal verb (“make up”)—refresh the page. Your additions will appear within the first five quizzes of your next Vocabtivate™ session.

Focus on why the Best Choice sentence is correct:

• It places the target vocabulary in a natural, well‑formed context.
• Grammar and the words around it are totally appropriate.

Avoid spending too much time on what’s wrong with the other options; your goal is to internalize the right usage.

Each time you open Vocabtivate™, it automatically pulls words from your most recent Ada™ conversation. Any words or phrases you add yourself appear in the first five quizzes.

When you pick the correct sentence, you won't be shown that vocabulary item again for a while. If you miss it, the item resurfaces within the next five quizzes to reinforce learning.