EWFT 15 Flashcards
adept
able to do something well, being talented; skilled
He is adept at calming noisy children
The investigators were adept at their jobs.
adhere
to stick to or follow precisely; comply
Travelers must adhere to the laws of the country they are visiting.
The referee’s excessively strict adherence to the rules upset the players.
foster
to promote growth or development; stimulate
The industrial revolutionfostered the rise of the middle class.
Parents usuallyfoster the development of good habits in their children.
halt
to stop or discontinue; stop
Bus service to the city was halted due to poor road conditions.
The supervisor put a halt to the tardiness of the employees.
handle
to deal with or control; manage
They handled themselves very well given the circumstances.
The president’s handling of the crisis was widely applauded.
harbor
to give protection; to not express a
desire or opinion, usually bad
shelter
He harbors ill feelings for her.
They harbored the political refugee in their home.
harmful
something that causes pain or damage; unhealthy
Excessive radiation is harmful to the body.
Bleach harms certain fabrics.
insignificant
not important; of little value; meaningless
The amount of rainfall this summer has been insignificant.
The insignificance of his comment became apparent with the passing
of time.
mysterious
not easily understood or figured out; baffling
He had a mysterious effect on everyone who heard him speak.
The man’s disappearance was a mystery.
perilous
threatening or risky; harmful; dangerous
It is perilous to exceed the speed limit.
There are ample perils in the sport of mountain climbing.
promote
to encourage or advertise; to elevate
in rank or grade; boost
Many nations promote tourism to lure foreign currency.
The customers responded favorably to the half-price promotion.
redundant
being excessive; showing unnecessary
repetition; repetitious
Students who ask teachers to “repeat that again.. are being redwid.ant
because “repeat” means “again…
Lush, redundant vegetation is common in tropical climates.
reject
to refuse; refuse
The insurance company rejected the claim.
The rejection of his work was difficult for him to understand.
substantial
important; strongly made; of value; significant
The discovery of a vaccine for smallpox was a substantial medical achievement.
This substantive article will change your opinion of rock music.
trait
specific qualities that distinguish one
from another ;characteristic
Her sense of humor and cheerful personality are some of her most
impressive traits.
Alma’s blonde hair is a trait inherited from her father.
