Chapter 1 Flashcards
deep-set
Type of word: Adjective
Meaning(s):
1. Having eyes that are deeply embedded in the sockets, giving a sunken or intense appearance.
2. Set deeply into a surface or structure, typically describing something that is not protruding.
3. Having deeply ingrained characteristics or qualities, often used metaphorically.
Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 眼睛深陷的，显得凹陷或深邃的外观
2. 深嵌入表面或结构的，通常用于描述不凸出的东西
3. 具有根深蒂固的特征或品质，通常用于比喻性语境
Antonyms:
1. Prominent, bulging, protruding
2. Surface-level, raised
3. Superficial, shallow, surface-level
Synonyms:
1. Sunken, recessed, hollow-eyed
2. Inset, embedded, flush
3. Ingrained, deep-rooted, entrenched
Sample sentence(s):
1. Her deep-set eyes gave her an enigmatic and mysterious allure.
2. The handle was deep-set into the door, making it flush with the surface.
3. His deep-set beliefs in justice and equality guided his actions throughout his life.
well-to-do
Type of word: Adjective
Meaning(s):
1. Having sufficient wealth, prosperity, or financial means to live comfortably and afford a good standard of living.
2. Associated with or characteristic of a prosperous or affluent lifestyle.
Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 富裕，经济充裕，生活富足
2. 与富裕或富足的生活方式相关或特征相关
Antonyms:
1. Impoverished, destitute, penniless
2. Modest, humble, simple
Synonyms:
1. Affluent, prosperous, well-off, wealthy, opulent, prosperous, well-heeled, well-off, well-fixed
2. Affluent, upscale, wealthy, prosperous, opulent, lavish, luxurious, comfortable, successful
Sample sentence(s):
1. The well-to-do neighborhood was known for its lavish mansions and luxury cars.
2. Thanks to his well-to-do background, he could afford a life of opulence and leisure.
there is little or no magic about them
Type of word: Phrase
Meaning(s):
1. This phrase suggests that hobbits, as depicted in J.R.R. Tolkien’s works, are not associated with magical abilities or supernatural powers. They are ordinary beings, not possessing extraordinary or mystical qualities.
2. It conveys the idea that hobbits live in a world where magic and fantastical elements are rare or absent in their everyday lives.
Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 这个短语表明，正如J.R.R.托尔金作品中所描绘的那样，霍比特人与魔法能力或超自然力量无关。他们是普通人，没有非凡或神秘的特质。
2. 它传达了霍比特人生活在一个魔法和幻想要素罕见或在他们日常生活中不存在的世界的观念。
Antonyms:
1. (N/A for a descriptive phrase)
Synonyms:
1. (N/A for a descriptive phrase)
Sample sentence(s):
1. In the world of hobbits, there is little or no magic about them, as they prefer a simple, down-to-earth way of life.
2. Unlike wizards and magical creatures, hobbits are characterized by their lack of magical abilities.
everyday sort
Type of word: Phrase
Meaning(s):
1. “Everyday sort” refers to something or someone that is commonplace, typical, or ordinary in nature. It signifies that the subject is not exceptional or extraordinary but rather fits into the regular, usual category.
2. This phrase is often used to describe objects, events, or individuals that lack distinctiveness or uniqueness.
Chinese Meaning(s):
1. “Everyday sort” 指的是某事或某人是普通、典型或平凡的性质。它表示主题不是异常或非凡的，而是属于常规、通常的类别。
2. 这个短语经常用来描述缺乏显著性或独特性的物体、事件或个体。
Antonyms:
1. Extraordinary, exceptional, remarkable
2. Unusual, unique, distinctive
Synonyms:
1. Ordinary, commonplace, regular, typical, standard, run-of-the-mill
2. Common, average, routine, unexceptional
Sample sentence(s):
1. The everyday sort of breakfast in our house consists of cereal and toast.
2. His car was just an everyday sort of sedan, nothing flashy or special about it.
blundering along
Type of word: Phrase
Meaning(s):
1. “Blundering along” describes the act of moving forward or making progress in a clumsy, haphazard, or awkward manner, often accompanied by mistakes or errors. It conveys a sense of uncoordinated and unskillful progression.
2. This phrase can be used metaphorically to represent someone’s journey or efforts that lack finesse and precision.
Chinese Meaning(s):
1. “Blundering along” 描述了以笨拙、偶然或尴尬的方式前进或取得进展的行为，通常伴随着错误或失误。它传达了一种不协调和不熟练的前进感觉。
2. 这个短语可以在比喻性语境中表示缺乏技巧和精确性的某人的旅程或努力。
Antonyms:
1. Graceful progress, skillful advancement, smooth journey
2. Precise, well-coordinated
Synonyms:
1. Stumbling forward, moving awkwardly, progressing clumsily, fumbling ahead
2. Inelegant, ungraceful, blundering, unskillful
Sample sentence(s):
1. Despite his best intentions, he found himself blundering along the unfamiliar hiking trail, constantly tripping over tree roots and rocks.
2. Their blundering along in the early stages of the project resulted in numerous setbacks and delays.
inclined
Type of word: Adjective
Meaning(s):
1. Having a tendency or preference for a particular action, behavior, or viewpoint. It suggests a natural inclination or propensity towards something.
2. Being at an angle or slant, typically in a physical context, where one side is higher or lower than the other.
Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 倾向于，有偏好
2. 倾斜的，有角度的，通常用于物理语境，其中一侧高于另一侧。
Antonyms:
1. Disinclined, averse, reluctant
2. Level, straight, horizontal
Synonyms:
1. Prone, disposed, predisposed, leaning, prone to, likely
2. Slanted, sloping, tilted, angled
Sample sentence(s):
1. She is inclined to be charitable and always ready to help those in need.
2. The inclined surface of the ramp made it easier for the wheelchair to ascend.
soles
Type of word: Noun
Meaning(s):
1. The underside or bottom surface of a person’s foot or footwear.
2. Thin, flat, often flexible pieces of material, typically made of rubber or leather, that are attached to the bottom of shoes to provide traction and protection.
Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 脚底或鞋底的底面。
2. 通常由橡胶或皮革制成的薄而平坦的材料，固定在鞋底以提供牢固和保护。
Antonyms:
1. Tops, upper surface
2. (N/A for this meaning)
Synonyms:
1. Foot bottom, shoe bottom, underside
2. Shoe tread, shoe grip, shoe sole, shoe outsole, shoe base
Sample sentence(s):
1. The soles of his feet were sore after a long day of hiking.
2. These sneakers have durable rubber soles that provide excellent traction on various surfaces.
good-natured
Type of word: Adjective
Meaning(s):
1. Having a pleasant, amiable, and friendly disposition or temperament. Good-natured individuals are typically cheerful and accommodating, with a positive outlook on life.
2. Characterized by a kind and generous attitude towards others, often willing to help and not easily provoked or angered.
Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 性格愉快、和蔼、友好。好性情的人通常是开朗而愿意妥协的，对生活持积极的态度。
2. 以对待他人的善意和慷慨态度为特征，通常愿意帮助他人，不容易被激怒或愤怒。
Antonyms:
1. Ill-natured, surly, grumpy
2. Unkind, mean-spirited, hostile
Synonyms:
1. Amiable, affable, genial, pleasant, cheerful, friendly
2. Kind, benevolent, generous, charitable, magnanimous, helpful
Sample sentence(s):
1. His good-natured demeanor made him a beloved figure in the community.
2. Despite the challenging circumstances, she remained good-natured and always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need.
discreetly
Type of word: Adverb
Meaning(s):
1. In a careful, cautious, and prudent manner, especially when dealing with sensitive or confidential matters. It implies the act of being subtle and tactful to avoid drawing attention or causing offense.
2. With discretion and the ability to keep information or actions private, maintaining confidentiality.
Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 小心谨慎、谨慎、慎重地，尤其是在处理敏感或机密事务时。这意味着以微妙和机智的方式来避免引起注意或引起冒犯。
2. 具有谨慎和保守信息或行动私密性的能力。
Antonyms:
1. Carelessly, recklessly, indiscreetly
2. Openly, transparently
Synonyms:
1. Prudently, cautiously, circumspectly, tactfully, subtly
2. Confidentially, privately, discreetly, secretly, behind closed doors
Sample sentence(s):
1. She handled the sensitive information discreetly, ensuring that it remained confidential.
2. He discreetly slipped the note into her hand, avoiding any public display of affection.
hushed it up
Type of word: Phrase
Meaning(s):
1. “Hushed it up” refers to the act of keeping something secret, especially something that may be embarrassing, scandalous, or damaging if revealed. It involves concealing or suppressing information to prevent it from becoming public knowledge.
2. This phrase often implies that efforts have been made to silence or cover up a situation or incident to avoid public attention or scrutiny.
Chinese Meaning(s):
1. “Hushed it up” 指的是保守秘密的行为，尤其是可能尴尬、丑闻或有损害性的事情，如果揭示出来可能会带来负面影响。它包括隐瞒或抑制信息，以防止其成为公众知识。
2. 这个短语常常意味着已经付出努力来使某种情况或事件保持安静或掩盖，以避免公众的关注或审查。
Antonyms:
1. Disclosed, revealed, publicized
2. Opened up, brought to light
Synonyms:
1. Concealed, suppressed, covered up, kept quiet
2. Silenced, hidden, obscured, kept under wraps
Sample sentence(s):
1. The company hushed up the safety violations to avoid negative publicity.
2. The scandal was hushed up by those in power, and the truth remained hidden for years.
queer
Type of word: Adjective
Meaning(s):
1. Strange, unusual, or odd in a way that deviates from what is considered typical or conventional. It can refer to something or someone with unique or unconventional qualities.
2. Historically used as a derogatory term to describe a person’s sexual orientation, particularly in reference to homosexuality. However, it has been reclaimed by the LGBTQ+ community and is now used in a more positive and inclusive sense to describe diverse sexual orientations and gender identities.
Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 奇怪，不寻常，或离经叛道，偏离了通常或传统的方式。它可以指代具有独特或非传统特质的事物或人。
2. 历史上用作一种贬义词，用来描述一个人的性取向，特别是指同性恋。然而，它已被LGBTQ+社区重新定义，现在更积极和包容地用来描述多样的性取向和性别认同。
Antonyms:
1. Conventional, typical, normal
2. (In the context of sexual orientation, antonyms may include heterosexual or straight)
Synonyms:
1. Peculiar, eccentric, unconventional, bizarre, odd, peculiar
2. (In the context of sexual orientation, synonyms may include LGBTQ+, non-heterosexual, diverse)
Sample sentence(s):
1. The old mansion had a queer atmosphere, with its creaking floors and mysterious shadows.
2. She proudly identifies as queer, embracing her diverse sexual orientation within the LGBTQ+ community.
got something a bit queer in (something)
Type of word: Phrase
Meaning(s):
1. The phrase “got something a bit queer in (something)” suggests that there is something unusual, strange, or unconventional about a particular thing or situation. It implies that there is an element of peculiarity or oddity that stands out and may raise questions or intrigue.
2. It can also be used informally to indicate that there is something intriguing or unexpected about a specific subject.
Antonyms:
1. (N/A for an idiomatic phrase)
Synonyms:
1. Contains something unusual, has a touch of the unusual, seems a bit peculiar, is a bit odd
2. Has something interesting, is somewhat intriguing, holds a surprise
Sample sentence(s):
1. The book had a plot twist that got something a bit queer in it, leaving readers surprised.
2. Their new invention has got something a bit queer in it that makes it different from anything we’ve seen before.
immovably
Type of word: Adverb
Meaning(s):
1. In a manner that cannot be moved or changed, often indicating a steadfast or unyielding position or attitude.
2. Referring to a state of being firmly fixed, stable, or resolute, where any attempt to alter the situation is met with resistance.
Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 以无法移动或改变的方式，通常表示坚定或不屈不挠的立场或态度。
2. 指的是牢固固定、稳定或坚决的状态，任何试图改变情况的尝试都会受到阻力。
Antonyms:
1. Moveably, easily
2. Flexibly, adaptably
Synonyms:
1. Unyieldingly, resolutely, steadfastly, unwaveringly
2. Firmly, securely, stably
Sample sentence(s):
1. She stood immovably by her principles, regardless of the opposition.
2. The massive boulder was immovably lodged in the ground and couldn’t be shifted by any means.
by some curious chance one morning long ago in the quiet of the world
The occurrence of an unusual or unexpected event on a particular morning in the distant past, in a tranquil and serene world. It conveys a sense of intrigue and curiosity about this unique incident.
It is a phrase often found in storytelling or narrative contexts to set the stage for an interesting or mysterious event, creating a sense of wonder and anticipation.
bargain
Type of word: Noun
Meaning(s):
1. An agreement between two or more parties where they make mutual promises or commitments, often involving the exchange of goods or services for a specified price or under specific conditions.
2. A purchase or transaction in which a product or service is obtained at a lower price or with added value compared to its usual cost.
3. Something acquired at a favorable price or under favorable conditions.
Chinese Meaning(s):
1. 双方或多方之间达成的协议，他们通常会相互承诺或承诺，通常涉及以指定的价格或在特定条件下交换商品或服务。
2. 在以低于正常价格或附加价值获得产品或服务的购买或交易。
3. 以有利的价格或在有利的条件下获得的东西。
Antonyms:
1. Disagreement, dispute
2. Overpriced purchase
3. Expensive acquisition
Synonyms:
1. Agreement, contract, deal, pact
2. Discount, sale, special offer, markdown, promotion
3. Steal, good deal, value, find, inexpensive purchase
Sample sentence(s):
1. They made a bargain to trade their surplus crops for the farmer’s livestock.
2. The Black Friday sale offered fantastic bargains on electronics and clothing.
3. Buying that antique vase at the flea market turned out to be a real bargain; it’s worth much more than I paid for it.
