Vocab 26 Flashcards

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Adjective: very noticeable or attracting attention, often in a way that is not wanted

E.g. In China, her blonde hair was ……….
He tried not to look ……… and moved slowly along the back of the room.

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Conspicuous

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Noun: (the use of) a new idea or method:

e.g. the latest ……. in computer technology

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Innovation

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Verb: to introduce changes and new ideas

E.g. The fashion industry is always desperate to ………

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Innovate

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Adjective: able to be seen or understood

e.g.
The influence of Rodin is ……. in the younger artist.
There is no …… reason why this should be the case

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discernible

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Adjective: very happy, especially at someone else’s defeat or failure

e.g.
an …….. cheer
an …….. crowd

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exultant

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Noun: a tube-shaped device containing loose pieces of colored glass or plastic and mirrors which reflect changing patterns as the tube is turned

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Kaleidoscope

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