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giganic
Adj.
If you describe something as gigantic, you are emphasizing that it is extremely large in size, amount, or degree.
Ex. A gigantic task of national reconstruction awaits us.
Syn. huge
impressive
Adj.
Something that is impressive impresses you, for example because it is great in size or degree, or is done with a great deal of skill.
Ex. The film’s special effects are particularly impressive.
Syn. grand, striking, splendid
install
Verb
1. If you install a piece of equipment, you fit it or put it somewhere so that it is ready to be used.
Ex. They had installed a new phone line in the apartment.
Syn. equip with, set up
2. If you install a program, you put it onto a computer or mobile phone so that you can use it.
Ex. I installed a podcasting app on my phone.
jargon
N.
You use jargon to refer to words and expressions that are used in special or technical ways by particular groups of people, often making the language difficult to understand.
Ex. The legal jargon in the contract was confusing.
Syn. slang
saturate
V.
to fill or occupy to the maximum level
Ex. 1: In order to paint, you must saturate a brush with a hue of your choice.
Ex. 2: In order to obtain food, the sponge saturates itself with sea water.
Syn. overflow
straightforword
Adj.
easy to understand; simple; honest
Ex. His straightforward approach to his business dealings earned him respect.
Syn. uncomplicated
vibrant
Adj.
lively; powerful; full of action; bright
Ex. 1: His vibrant personality made him well liked by everyone.
Ex. 2: The vibrance of the city is attractive to many individuals.
Syn. brilliant
superficial
Adj. simple; not dep; near the surface
Ex. The inspector determined that the crack in the bridge was only superficial.
Syn. shallow
exceptional
Adj.
unusual in a positive way
Ex. The orchestra’s performance was exceptional.
Syn. phenomenal
hazardous
Adj.
very risky, unsafe
Ex. Handling flammable liquids is hazardous.
Syn. dangerous
