27 feb Flashcards
Oblivion
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.
Benevolent
Definition: Kind and well-meaning.
Sentence: The benevolent teacher always made sure every student felt welcome and supported.
Quagmire
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.
Exuberance
Definition: A feeling of great energy, excitement, and happiness.
Sentence: The children ran around with exuberance at the park, laughing and playing all afternoon.
Fervent
Definition: Showing strong, passionate feelings.
Sentence: She gave a fervent speech about the importance of protecting the environment.
Nostalgia
Definition: A sentimental longing or affection for the past.
Sentence: He felt a wave of nostalgia when he visited his childhood home.
Paradigm
Definition: A typical example or model of something.
Sentence: The new business model was a paradigm for success in the tech industry.
Meticulous
Definition: Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.
Sentence: The artist was meticulous in painting every tiny detail of the landscape.
Resilience
Definition: The ability to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness.
Sentence: After the storm, the community showed incredible resilience as they rebuilt their homes.
Juxtaposed
Definition: Placed close together for a contrasting effect.
Sentence: The bright flowers were juxtaposed against the dark, stormy sky, creating a striking contrast.