deck_16395737 Flashcards
rampant
The __________ spread of misinformation on social media has become a significant concern for policymakers.
azgın, önlemesi güc
stringent
The new regulations were so __________ that many businesses struggled to comply with the rigorous standards.
zorlayici, siki, kati
strain
glaze
After hours of trying to focus, her eyes began to __________ over as fatigue set in.
kapamak, sirlamak
vestigial
The __________ tailbone in humans is a remnant of our evolutionary ancestors and no longer serves a significant function.
türün evrimi sırasında küçülerek işlevini yitiren (organ vb), işlevini kaybetmiş
dilute
To make the solution less potent, the scientist decided to __________ it with distilled water.
seyreltmek
abolish
The government voted to __________ the outdated law, which had been a source of controversy for decades.
bozmak, yürürlükten kaldırmak
hypocrisy
The politician’s __________ was evident when he preached about environmental conservation but was caught littering.
iki yüzlülük
insulate
Properly __________ the house is crucial to maintain energy efficiency and reduce heating costs during winter.
izole etmek
influx
The city experienced an __________ of tourists during the summer, boosting the local economy but straining public services.
akis
idle
After losing his job, he spent several months __________, trying to figure out his next move.
basibos, avale
helix
The DNA molecule is structured as a double __________, which plays a crucial role in genetic replication and function.
sarmal sekil
seldom
Despite living in the same city, they __________ saw each other due to their busy schedules.
nadir, seyrek
scornful
Her __________ remarks about his work left him feeling demoralized and undervalued.
alayci, küçümseyen
daunting
The prospect of climbing the steep mountain was __________, even for experienced hikers.
ürkütücü
recondite
The professor’s lecture on quantum mechanics was so __________ that even the graduate students struggled to follow along.
muglak, anlasilmasi zor
irksome
The constant noise from the construction site next door was incredibly __________, making it hard for her to concentrate on her work.
biktirici, usandirici
morbid
His __________ fascination with crime stories often made his friends uncomfortable.
ürkütücü konulara ilgi duyan, ürkünç
predilaction
Her __________ for classical music was evident in her vast collection of vinyl records.
tercih etme, düskünlük
canonize
The literary community tends to __________ certain authors, placing them on a pedestal above all others.
yüceltmek, tasdik etmek
frustrated
He felt __________ when he couldn’t solve the difficult math problem.
ümitleri suya düşmüş, hakki yenmiş, bosuna ugrasmis
woo
He tried to __________ her with flowers and romantic dinners.
kur yapmak
sinister
The old, abandoned house looked __________, especially at night.
uğursuz
susceptible
Young children are __________ to catching colds during the winter.
duyarli
sensitive
fecklessness
His __________ in managing his time led to missed deadlines and poor performance.
amacsiz, sorumsuz
punctiliousness
Her __________ in following the rules impressed her teachers.
titizlik
epitome
She is the __________ of kindness, always helping others in need.
somut örnek
luminary
Albert Einstein is a __________ in the field of physics.
söhretli, bilge
scintillating
The __________ performance by the actors kept the audience entertained.
harikulade
clangorous
The __________ noise from the construction site made it hard to concentrate.
gürültülü, singirdayan
tepid
His __________ reaction to the surprise party showed he was not very excited.
ilgisiz, soguk
dull
efflorescence
The __________ of flowers in spring makes the garden beautiful.
ciceklenme, gelişip tozlanma
vitality
Her __________ and energy made her the life of the party.
canlilik
excise
The government decided to __________ a tax on sugary drinks.
vergi koymak
erode
The constant rain began to __________ the soil, causing a landslide.
tüketmek, asindirmak
indictment
The court issued an __________ against the man for robbery.
itham, suclama
precocious
The __________ child could read and write before starting school.
büyümüş de küçülmüş, vaktinden önce yetişmiş
mitigate
They tried to __________ the damage from the storm by reinforcing their windows.
hafifletmek, azaltmak
pecuniary, impecunious
After losing his job, he became __________ and struggled to pay rent.
maddi parayla ilgili, fakir
feign
He tried to __________ sleep when his parents checked on him past bedtime.
uydurmak, gibi yapmak
discern
Even in the dim light, she could discern the faint outline of the mountains, distinguishing their peaks from the dark sky.
fark etmek
distinguish
condemn
The community was quick to condemn the actions of the corrupt official, publicly criticizing his unethical behavior.
ayiplamak, kinamak
insipid
The soup was insipid, lacking any seasoning, and tasted as dull and boring as warm water.
sıkıcı
in- sapient (have a taste)
impair
Drinking too much alcohol can impair your judgment, making it difficult to think clearly and make good decisions.
zayiflatmak
commensurate
His salary was commensurate with his experience and the amount of responsibility he held within the company.
orantili, uygun
co- mensurare (to measure)
proportionate
blemish
The otherwise flawless diamond had a small blemish, a tiny imperfection that slightly marred its beauty.
leke, kusur, hata, damga
blame -ish
pretension
His pretension to be an art expert was obvious, as he often used complex jargon to impress others, despite his limited knowledge.
yüksekten atma ,gösteris, hak iddiası
kindred
They discovered they had kindred spirits, sharing many common interests and a deep understanding of each other.
akrabalik, benzeme
kin(d)- red
imperative
It is imperative that you submit your application before the deadline to be considered for the scholarship.
mecburi, zorunlu, emir kipi
sporadic
The power outages were sporadic, occurring at unpredictable intervals and leaving the residents in a state of constant uncertainty.
ara sıra, aralıklı
scanty
The evidence presented at the trial was scanty, barely enough to support the prosecution’s case.
yetersiz, eski
omnipresent
In today’s digital age, social media is omnipresent, influencing nearly every aspect of our daily lives.
heryerde olan
prolix
The professor’s prolix lecture seemed never-ending, filled with unnecessary details that made it hard to stay focused.
sonu gelmeyen, bitmeyen
long-winded
Her long-winded explanation made a simple concept seem unnecessarily complicated, losing the audience’s interest.
sözü çok uzatan
lucrative
She found the new business venture to be highly lucrative, with profits exceeding her expectations within the first year.
kazancli, karli
blandly
He blandly accepted the award, showing little emotion despite the significance of the achievement.
(negative) sıradan bir sekilde, duygusuz bir sekilde
unemotionally, unenthusiastically
indication
The sudden drop in temperature was an indication that a storm was approaching.
belirtme, bulgu
iconoclastic
His iconoclastic views on education challenged traditional methods, sparking debate among his colleagues.
yerleşmiş geleneklere karşı çıkan
meager
Despite his meager income, he always found a way to donate to charity, valuing generosity over wealth.
bereketsiz, yetersiz
verge
She was on the verge of tears after receiving the disappointing news, barely able to keep her composure.
sinir, kenar
staple
Rice is a staple in many Asian cuisines, forming the basis of countless dishes.
esas ürün, temel gıda maddesi
herald
The blooming flowers herald the arrival of spring, signaling the end of winter’s cold grip.
müjdeci
perfunctory
His perfunctory nod showed that he was only half-listening to the conversation, eager to move on to something else.
(negative) yarim yamalak, acepe yapılan
an action performed with minimal effort, attention, or enthusiasm, often because it is done out of habit or duty rather than genuine interest.
ruthless
The ruthless businessman didn’t hesitate to cut jobs in order to maximize profits, showing no concern for the employees’ welfare.
gaddar, merhametsiz
canny
Her canny negotiating skills ensured that she always got the best deals for her company.
(positive) acikgöz, uyanık
industrious
The industrious student spent long hours in the library, determined to graduate at the top of her class.
çalışkan
shrewd
His shrewd investment decisions turned a modest savings account into a substantial fortune over a few years.
(pos) kurnaz, açıkgöz
