1st Week vocabulary Flashcards

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superficially

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Definition: In an outwardly appearing manner, not deeply or thoroughly.
Synonyms: Slightly, externally, apparently.
Arabic Translation: ظاهريا
Example: The problem was only superficially addressed

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Exaggeret

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Definition: To represent something as being larger, better, or worse than it really is.
Synonyms: Overstate, magnify, embellish.
Arabic Translation: يبالغ
Example: He tends to exaggerate his achievements.

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Minor

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Definition: Lesser in importance, seriousness, or significance.
Synonyms: Lesser, secondary, slight.
Arabic Translation: صغير
Example: The car had only minor damage after the accident.

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Abundance

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Definition: A very large quantity of something.
Synonyms: Plenty, wealth, profusion.
Arabic Translation: وفرة
Example: The garden produced an abundance of vegetables.

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Phenomenon

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Definition: A fact or situation that is observed to exist or happen.
Synonyms: Event, occurrence, incident.
Arabic Translation: ظاهرة
Example: The northern lights are a natural phenomenon.

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Cottage

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Definition: A small house, typically one in the countryside.
Synonyms: Cabin, lodge, bungalow.
Arabic Translation: كوخ
Example: They spent the summer in a charming cottage by the lake.

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Emphasize

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  1. Emphasize
    Definition: To give special importance or prominence to something.
    Synonyms: Highlight, stress, accentuate.
    Arabic Translation: يؤكد
    Example: She emphasized the need for immediate action.
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Identify

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Definition: To establish or indicate who or what someone or something is.
Synonyms: Recognize, determine, distinguish.
Arabic Translation: يحدد
Example: She was able to identify the culprit from the lineup.

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Altitudes

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Definition: The height of an object or point in relation to sea level or ground level.
Synonyms: Height, elevation, loftiness.
Arabic Translation: ارتفاع
Example: The airplane flew at an altitude of 30,000 feet.

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Depict

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Definition: To represent by a drawing, painting, or other art forms.
Synonyms: Portray, illustrate, represent.
Arabic Translation: يصور
Example: The artist’s work depicts scenes from everyday life.

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Impelled \ Urging

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Definition: To drive, force, or urge someone to do something.
Synonyms: Urge, drive, compel.
Arabic Translation: يدفع
Example: He was impelled by his curiosity to ask more questions.

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Solitude

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Definition: The state of being alone.
Synonyms: Isolation, seclusion, loneliness.
Arabic Translation: عزلة
Example: He enjoyed the peace and solitude of the mountains.

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Candidate

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Definition: A person who applies for a job or is nominated for election.
Synonyms: Applicant, nominee, contender.
Arabic Translation: مرشح
Example: She was a strong candidate for the job.

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Commodility

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Definition: A raw material or primary agricultural product that can be bought and sold.
Synonyms: Product, good, article.
Arabic Translation: سلعة
Example: Oil is a valuable commodity in the global market.

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Estate

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Definition: An extensive area of land in the country, usually with a large house.
Synonyms: Property, land, holdings.
Arabic Translation: عقار
Example: They visited a beautiful estate in the countryside.

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Instrumental

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Definition: Serving as a means of pursuing an aim or policy.
Synonyms: Influential, contributory, helpful.
Arabic Translation: مساعد
Example: She was instrumental in the success of the project.

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Acquire

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Definition: To buy or obtain (an asset or object) for oneself.
Synonyms: Obtain, get, receive.
Arabic Translation: يكتسب
Example: He acquired the property last year.

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Cultivate

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farm

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Irrigate

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Definition: To supply land or crops with water.
Synonyms: Water, hydrate, moisten.
Arabic Translation: يروي
Example: Farmers often irrigate their fields to ensure a good harvest.

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Contradict

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Definition: To assert the opposite of a statement made by someone.
Synonyms: Deny, refute, dispute.
Arabic Translation: يناقض
Example: The witness’s testimony seemed to contradict the evidence.

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Extinct

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Definition: No longer in existence; having no living members.
Synonyms: Dead, vanished, gone.
Arabic Translation: منقرض
Example: Dinosaurs have been extinct for millions of years.

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Command

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Definition: To give an authoritative order.
Synonyms: Order, direct, instruct.
Arabic Translation: يأمر
Example: The general commanded his troops to advance.

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Modify

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Definition: To make partial or minor changes to something.
Synonyms: Alter, change, adjust.
Arabic Translation: يعدل
Example: The recipe can be modified to suit different tastes.

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Vary

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Definition: To differ in size, amount, degree, or nature from something else of the same general class.
Synonyms: Differ, change, fluctuate.
Arabic Translation: يختلف
Example: The prices of the goods vary depending on the season.

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overturn

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Definition: To turn over or cause to turn over.
Synonyms: Reverse, upend, flip.
Arabic Translation: يقلب
Example: The court overturned the previous ruling.

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Plausible

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Definition: Seeming reasonable or probable.
Synonyms: Believable, credible, likely.
Arabic Translation: معقول
Example: Her explanation seemed plausible at the time.

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Function

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Definition: An activity or purpose natural to or intended for a person or thing.
Synonyms: Purpose, role, task.
Arabic Translation: وظيفة
Example: The function of the heart is to pump blood through the body.

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Illustrate

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Definition: To explain or make something clear by using examples, charts, pictures, etc.
Synonyms: Demonstrate, show, exemplify.
Arabic Translation: يوضح
Example: The teacher used diagrams to illustrate the complex process.

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Interpret

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Definition: To explain the meaning of something.
Synonyms: Explain, elucidate, translate.
Arabic Translation: يفسر
Example: The teacher helped the students interpret the poem.

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Desipher

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Definition: To convert (a text written in code, or a coded signal) into normal language.
Synonyms: Decode, interpret, translate.
Arabic Translation: يفك الشفرة
Example: She managed to decipher the ancient manuscript.

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Conceding

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Definition: To admit that something is true or valid after first denying or resisting it.
Synonyms: Admit, acknowledge, grant.
Arabic Translation: يعترف
Example: She conceded that she had been wrong.

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Archaic \ Chronicle \ Archaive

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Definition: Very old or old-fashioned.
Synonyms: Outdated, obsolete, ancient.
Arabic Translation: قديم
Example: The museum displayed archaic tools from ancient civilizations.

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Contrary

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Definition: Opposite in nature, direction, or meaning.
Synonyms: Opposing, conflicting, different.
Arabic Translation: مخالف
Example: His actions were contrary to his words.

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Prevale

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Definition: To prove more powerful or superior.
Synonyms: Triumph, succeed, overcome.
Arabic Translation: ينتصر
Example: Justice will prevail in the end.

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Inadvertent

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Definition: Not resulting from or achieved through deliberate planning.
Synonyms: Unintentional, accidental, unplanned.
Arabic Translation: غير مقصود
Example: An inadvertent error caused the entire system to fail.

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Overstate

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Definition: To express or state too strongly; exaggerate.
Synonyms: Exaggerate, amplify, embellish.
Arabic Translation: يبالغ
Example: It is easy to overstate the importance of this event.

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Distinct

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Definition: Recognizably different in nature from something else.
Synonyms: Separate, different, clear.
Arabic Translation: متميز
Example: The twins have distinct personalities.

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Disrupt

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Definition: To interrupt (an event, activity, or process) by causing a disturbance or problem.
Synonyms: Disturb, interrupt, upset.
Arabic Translation: يعطل
Example: The protestors tried to disrupt the meeting.

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Critique

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Definition: A detailed analysis and assessment of something.
Synonyms: Review, evaluation, analysis.
Arabic Translation: نقد
Example: The professor’s critique of the essay was thorough and helpful.

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Consensus

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Definition: General agreement among a group of people.
Synonyms: Agreement, harmony, concurrence.
Arabic Translation: إجماع
Example: The committee reached a consensus on the new policy.

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Assertion

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Definition: A confident and forceful statement of fact or belief.
Synonyms: Statement, declaration, claim.
Arabic Translation: تأكيد
Example: Her assertion that she was the best candidate was backed by her qualifications.

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Disregard

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Definition: To pay no attention to; ignore.
Synonyms: Ignore, neglect, overlook.
Arabic Translation: تجاهل
Example: He chose to disregard the warning signs.

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Notion

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Definition: A conception of or belief about something.
Synonyms: Idea, concept, belief.
Arabic Translation: فكرة
Example: She had a notion that he was lying.

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Identify

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Definition: To establish or indicate who or what someone or something is.
Synonyms: Recognize, determine, distinguish.
Arabic Translation: يحدد
Example: She was able to identify the culprit from the lineup.

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Attribute

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Definition: A quality or feature regarded as a characteristic or inherent part of someone or something.
Synonyms: Quality, trait, characteristic.
Arabic Translation: صفة
Example: Patience is an important attribute for a teacher.

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weep

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Definition: To shed tears.
Synonyms: Cry, sob, bawl.
Arabic Translation: يبكي
Example: She began to weep after hearing the sad news.