2024 Set 19

Question 1

ana­thema to

Answer 1

Something or someone that one vehemently dislikes Example: He found the idea of cheating anathema to his principles. Translation: Anátema para

Question 2

wist­fully

Answer 2

With a feeling of vague or regretful longing Example: She looked wistfully at the old photographs. Translation: Saudosamente

Question 3

Hailstorm

Answer 3

A storm that drops hail Example: The hailstorm damaged many cars in the parking lot. Translation: Tempestade de granizo

Question 4

Wretched

Answer 4

In a very unhappy or unfortunate state Example: The wretched conditions of the refugees moved everyone. Translation: Miserável

Question 5

Flimsy

Answer 5

Light and easily damaged Example: The chair was too flimsy to support his weight. Translation: Frágil

Question 6

Cobweb

Answer 6

A spider’s web, especially when old and dusty Example: The attic was full of cobwebs. Translation: Teia de aranha

Question 7

Inasmuch

Answer 7

Considering that; in view of the fact that Example: Inasmuch as she was the eldest, she took care of her siblings. Translation: Visto que

Question 8

Wayward

Answer 8

Difficult to control or predict because of unusual behavior Example: His wayward behavior worried his parents. Translation: Rebelde

Question 9

cornerstone

Answer 9

An important quality or feature on which a particular thing depends Example: Trust is the cornerstone of any relationship. Translation: Pedra angular

Question 10

Oblivion

Answer 10

The state of being unaware or unconscious of what is happening Example: He drank himself into oblivion. Translation: Esquecimento

Question 11

To befall

Answer 11

To happen, especially by chance Example: Tragedy befell the small town. Translation: Acontecer

Question 12

To adjudicate

Answer 12

To make a formal judgment on a disputed matter Example: The committee will adjudicate the claims. Translation: Julgar

Question 13

To carry the day

Answer 13

To win the approval or support of others Example: Her speech was convincing enough to carry the day. Translation: Conquistar a vitória

Question 14

Coop

Answer 14

A cage or pen for confining poultry Example: They built a new coop for their chickens. Translation: Galinheiro

Question 15

Sordid

Answer 15

involving ignoble actions and motives; arousing moral distaste and contempt.
“the story paints a sordid picture of bribes and scams”

Question 16

epi­gram

Answer 16

A pithy saying or remark expressing an idea in a clever way Example: Oscar Wilde was known for his witty epigrams. Translation: Epigrama
I can resist everything except temptation.”

Question 17

To defuse

Answer 17

To remove the danger from a potentially explosive situation Example: The mediator helped defuse the tension. Translation: Desarmar

Question 18

To take a bow

Answer 18

To acknowledge applause after a performance Example: The actor stepped forward to take a bow. Translation: Fazer uma reverência

Question 19

a bow

Answer 19

A gesture of respect or greeting Example: He gave a slight bow to the audience. Translation: Uma reverência

Question 20

zealot

Answer 20

A person who is fanatical in pursuit of their ideals Example: He was a zealot for environmental causes. Translation: Fanático

Question 21

hum­bug

Answer 21

Deceptive or false talk or behavior Example: He dismissed the rumors as pure humbug. Translation: Balela

Question 22

Creek

Answer 22

A small stream Example: We camped by the creek. Translation: Riacho

Question 23

doldrums

Answer 23

A state of inactivity or stagnation Example: The economy has been in the doldrums for months. Translation: Marasmo

Question 24

rest­ive

Answer 24

Unable to keep still or silent Example: The audience grew restive during the long speech. Translation: Inquieto

Question 25

To chip­ away at

Answer 25

gradually and relentlessly make something smaller or weaker.
“rivals may chip away at one’s profits by undercutting prices”

Question 26

To chip

Answer 26

To break a small piece off something Example: He chipped a tooth on the hard candy. Translation: Lascar

Question 27

Agora

Answer 27

A public open space used for assemblies and markets Example: They gathered at the agora to discuss politics. Translation: Ágora

Question 28

To tingle

Answer 28

To feel a stinging or prickling sensation Example: Her hands tingled from the cold. Translation: Formigar