deck_16380674 Flashcards
dissent
The committee was mostly in agreement, but there was some dissent from a few members who disagreed with the proposed changes.
karşıt düşüncede olma
dis- sense (karsit sense, karsit düsünce)
evaporate
As the sun rose higher in the sky, the morning dew began to evaporate, leaving the grass dry.
buharlaşmak
rife
Corruption was rife in the city’s government, with numerous officials being implicated in various scandals.
çok bulunan, salgın
sway
The trees began to sway gently in the breeze, creating a soothing rustling sound.
sallanmak,
lieu
She received a day off in lieu of overtime pay, preferring the extra time to rest over additional money.
mahal, yer
tangential
During the meeting, he brought up a tangential issue that was only slightly related to the main topic.
hafif bağlı, zayıf bagli
obstruct
The fallen tree obstructed the road, forcing drivers to find an alternative route.
engellemek
remorse
She felt deep remorse for her harsh words, wishing she could take them back.
pismanlik
mitigate
The company took steps to mitigate the environmental impact of its operations, implementing greener practices.
yatistirmak
silver lining
Losing his job was tough, but the silver lining was that he had more time to spend with his family and pursue his hobbies.
umut isigi
confabulation
The two old friends enjoyed a long confabulation over coffee, reminiscing about their college days.
hosbes, geyik muhabbeti
ominous
The dark, ominous clouds gathering on the horizon signaled that a severe storm was approaching.
ugursuz
omen -ious
understated
Her understated elegance made her stand out in a room full of people dressed in flashy clothing.
abartısız, guc algılanan, açık olmayan
salutary
The doctor’s salutary advice helped him make healthier lifestyle choices that improved his overall well-being.
hayırlı, saglikli
nourishing
The soup was both delicious and nourishing, packed with vegetables and lean meat.
besin degeri yüksek
upheaval
The political upheaval in the country led to widespread protests and demands for change.
yükselme, devrim
confluence
The confluence of two major rivers created a rich and fertile valley that was ideal for farming.
birlesme, birlikte akma
milieu
Growing up in an artistic milieu, she was surrounded by creativity and inspiration from a young age.
cevre, ortam
dilettantism
His interest in painting was pure dilettantism, a hobby he pursued with no intention of becoming a professional artist.
sanatla zevk için ilgilenme, amatorce
painstaking
The archaeologists’ painstaking excavation revealed a wealth of artifacts that provided insight into the ancient civilization.
özenli
encumbered
She felt encumbered by the heavy backpack, struggling to keep up with her hiking companions.
engellenmis, yüklenmis, yüklü
probity
The judge was known for his probity, consistently making fair and just decisions.
dürüstlük
credulity
His credulity made him an easy target for scams, as he tended to believe everything he was told.
saflik, enayilik
libelous
The newspaper retracted the libelous article after the celebrity threatened to sue for defamation.
iftiralı
