deck_16377145 Flashcards
ameliorate
The government’s new policy aims to ameliorate the economic hardships faced by low-income families.
iyilestirmek, gelistirmek
overhaul
The company decided to overhaul its outdated infrastructure to improve efficiency and productivity.
gözden geçirme
denigration
His speech was filled with denigration of his opponents, which many found to be in poor taste.
kötüleme
de- nigr (nigr : black) blackening of character or reputation
parsimony
The billionaire’s parsimony was surprising, as he was known for his vast wealth but rarely donated to charity.
tutumluluk, ekonomik kaynakları tutumlu kullanma
flaw
he scientist’s theory was initially celebrated, but a critical flaw in the data analysis later discredited it.
kusur
terse
His terse response to the detailed question left everyone in the room feeling unsatisfied and confused.
zarif
meandering
The author’s meandering narrative style, while beautiful, made the plot difficult to follow.
kivrimli, dolambacli
opulent
The opulent decor of the mansion showcased the owner’s immense wealth and taste for luxury.
varlikli
deride
The comedian often used his platform to deride public figures, much to the delight of his audience.
alay etmek
incendiary
The politician’s incendiary remarks sparked widespread outrage and protests across the city.
kiskirtici, tahrik edici
substantiate
The lawyer was able to substantiate his client’s alibi with credible evidence, leading to an acquittal.
dogrulugunu ispatlamak, tasdiklemek
delineate
The contract clearly delineates the responsibilities of each party to prevent any misunderstandings.
tasvir etmek, seklini çizmekteyiz
de- line- ate (linelamak, cizmek)
coalesce
The various interest groups decided to coalesce into a single organization to better advocate for their cause.
bir araya gelmek, bir olmak
bemuse
Her bemusement was evident as she tried to make sense of the contradictory instructions given to her.
(negative) kafasini karistirmak, sersemletmek
antagonism
The longstanding antagonism between the two neighbors often resulted in heated arguments and disputes.
karsitlik
conciliate
In a conciliatory gesture, the manager offered an apology and a refund to the dissatisfied customer.
uzlasmak
credence
The expert’s testimony gave credence to the theory that the fire was started intentionally.
inanc, itimat, güven
contrite
His sincere contrition for the mistakes he made during his tenure helped to restore his reputation.
pisman olmak
insidious
The disease was insidious, spreading quietly and showing symptoms only when it was too late for effective treatment.
sinsi
deleterious
The chemicals released into the river had a deleterious effect on the local wildlife, causing many fish to die.
fena, zararli
deleter
fortuitous
It was fortuitous that he arrived just in time to witness the rare celestial event.
şans eseri gelen
fortune ious
q
blandishment
(negative) yagcilik
ingenuousness
Her ingenuousness was evident when she eagerly shared her unfiltered thoughts during the meeting, unaware of the political undercurrents in the room.
ictenlik, acik sözlülük
ebullience
It is like someone who is too noisy, almost euphoric, whose ebullience hides enormous misery and despair.
(positive) cosku, galeyan,
erudition
Through a unique combination of science and management, Jaya brings her Vedantic erudition to the educated elite.
alimlik
alacrity
Now that’s what I call real thoughtfulness, and of course I accepted the suggestion with alacrity.
isteklilik, heves
supplant
Science, by which he meant rational inquiry, would eventually supplant religion, he maintained, and guide the direction of human progress.
gölgede bırakmak, yerini almak
adept at
As a journalist, he is perhaps more adept at mining memories than laboriously sifting through archives.
becerikli
be inured to
But when the weather is inclement, you either have to inure yourself to the cold and wet or stay in with a good book or a jigsaw.
(negative) alismak
incensed
Tribals, incensed by the military operations, could reject the dominion of the federal government.
kizdirilmis
cantankerous
(negative) bad-tempered, argumentative, and uncooperative
plebeian
ordinary, not sophisticated
choate
tam, bütün
malevolent
kötü niyetli
illicit
The detective uncovered an elaborate scheme involving illicit transactions that took place in the shadowy corners of the city, away from the eyes of the law.
yasa disi
ecstatic
After the team’s unexpected victory in the finals, their coach’s usually stern expression transformed into an ecstatic glow, his eyes twinkling with pride and excitement.
cok mutlu
convivial
Despite the stressful week, the office party had a convivial atmosphere, with everyone laughing, sharing stories, and enjoying the delicious food.
muhabbetli, sen
consternation
One person will find his stimulant in an emergency while another may feel anxiety and consternation.
(negative) hayret, afallama
diligence
The scientist’s __________ in conducting the research ensured that no detail was overlooked and that the results were highly accurate.
caba, özen
verity
The documentary’s commitment to __________ was evident in its meticulous presentation of facts and avoidance of sensationalism.
gerceklik, gercek
were- ity (olan -> gercek)
oversight
Under her careful __________, the team was able to complete the project ahead of schedule and within budget.
gözetim
contrive
Despite the obstacles, she managed to __________ a solution that satisfied all parties involved, showcasing her problem-solving skills.
becermek, yolunu bulmak
ambivalent
He felt __________ about the promotion, as it came with more responsibility but also less time for his personal interests.
karisik duygular besleyen, birbirine zıt hisleri olan
forsaken
he once bustling town now lay __________, its streets empty and its buildings in disrepair.
vazgecilmis, terk edilmis
overlook
In his haste, he managed to __________ a critical error in the report, which led to significant issues later on.
görmezlikten gelme, gözden kacirma
disdain
Her __________ for those who took shortcuts was evident in her refusal to work with anyone who lacked integrity.
kucuk görme, kibir
contempt
The manager’s __________ for laziness was clear, and he made no effort to hide his disapproval of underperforming employees.
asagilama
tenacious
Her __________ pursuit of justice eventually led to the uncovering of the truth, despite numerous obstacles along the way.
israrci
plucky
The __________ young journalist braved the war zone to bring back stories of the conflict’s impact on civilians.
azimli
acclaimed
The author’s latest book was __________ by critics, earning praise for its compelling narrative and complex characters.
övülen
embrace
She decided to __________ the new changes at work, seeing them as opportunities for growth and learning.
kucaklama
prescient
The investor’s __________ decision to sell the stocks just before the market crashed saved him a substantial amount of money.
ileri görüslü
amicability
Despite their competitive nature, there was a genuine __________ between the two rivals, marked by mutual respect.
dostanelik
amore
vacuous
His __________ comments during the meeting contributed nothing to the discussion and left many feeling frustrated.
amacsiz, anlamsiz
vacuus, vacuum (bos)
resemblance
The striking __________ between the two siblings often led people to mistake them for twins.
benzerlik
heavy-handedness
The government’s __________ in handling the protests only served to inflame public anger and unrest.
beceriksiz
devolve
The responsibility for maintaining the park will __________ to the local authorities after the state funding ends.
devretmek
lachrymose
The film’s __________ scenes were so touching that they left many in the audience in tears.
(negative) göz yasartici
maudlin
After a few drinks, he became __________, reminiscing about the past with a tearful sentimentality that was out of character.
(negative) asiri duygusal
haphazard
The project was completed in a __________ manner, resulting in numerous errors and inconsistencies.
rastgele
panacea
While some tout it as a __________, this new treatment is not a cure-all and should be used with caution.
her derde deva ilaç
preclude
His lack of experience did not __________ him from applying for the job; instead, he saw it as a challenge to overcome.
imkansız kılmak, disarida birakmak
prevent
apotheosis
The artist’s final work was considered the __________ of his career, representing the pinnacle of his creative achievements.
ilahlaştırma, yüceltme
apo- theos (god in Greek)
deification
The __________ of the ancient hero in the myths often depicted him as possessing divine qualities far beyond those of ordinary humans.
ilahlaştırma, yüceltme
deify, deist (ilahlastirma, ilah)
gratuitous
The movie was criticized for its gratuitous violence, which many viewers felt was unnecessary and added nothing to the storyline.
(negative) unnecessary, excessive, or unwarranted
