EXAGGERATION AND UNDERSTATEMENT Flashcards
PASSIONATE
having, showing, or caused by strong feelings or beliefs.
spontaneous
(spontaneity): performed or occurring as a result of a sudden impulse or inclination and without premeditation or external stimulus.
to hit the roof
suddenly become very angry.
- To be knackered
tired, exhausted
to be as thick as two short planks
very stupid
to be dying of something
to be very eager to have something
to be out of order
not following the formal rules of a meeting, court session, etc.
to be loaded
: having a great deal of money; rich
lahko bi nekaj jedel
i could do with something to eat
to have a stiff upper lip
emotionless face
you’re not showing true emotions, you don’t react even if it is hard
to worship something
the feeling or expression of reverence and adoration for a deity.
to deminish
cause to seem less impressive or valuable.
emotional impact
how strong the feeling is
to be keen
having or showing eagerness or enthusiasm