27 feb Flashcards

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Oblivion

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Definition: The state of being unaware or unconscious of what is happening.

Sentence: After the accident, he woke up in oblivion, not knowing where he was or what had happened.

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Benevolent

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Definition: Kind and well-meaning.

Sentence: The benevolent teacher always made sure every student felt welcome and supported.

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Quagmire

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Definition: A difficult or complicated situation that is hard to escape.

Sentence: Trying to solve the company’s financial problems felt like a quagmire with no clear solution.

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Exuberance

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Definition: A feeling of great energy, excitement, and happiness.

Sentence: The children ran around with exuberance at the park, laughing and playing all afternoon.

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Fervent

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Definition: Showing strong, passionate feelings.

Sentence: She gave a fervent speech about the importance of protecting the environment.

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Nostalgia

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Definition: A sentimental longing or affection for the past.

Sentence: He felt a wave of nostalgia when he visited his childhood home.

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Paradigm

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Definition: A typical example or model of something.

Sentence: The new business model was a paradigm for success in the tech industry.

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Meticulous

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Definition: Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.

Sentence: The artist was meticulous in painting every tiny detail of the landscape.

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Resilience

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Definition: The ability to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness.

Sentence: After the storm, the community showed incredible resilience as they rebuilt their homes.

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Juxtaposed

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Definition: Placed close together for a contrasting effect.

Sentence: The bright flowers were juxtaposed against the dark, stormy sky, creating a striking contrast.

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