Extracted from lessons' notes - PART 5

Question 1

Ace

Answer 1

A playing card with a single spot on it, typically the highest card in a suit. Example: He played the ace of spades to win the game.

Question 2

Binge

Answer 2

To watch multiple episodes of a TV series in rapid succession. Example: I binge-watched the entire season in one weekend.

Question 3

Misinterpretation

Answer 3

A misunderstanding or incorrect explanation of something. Example: There was a misinterpretation of the rules, which led to confusion.

Question 4

Brace

Answer 4

To prepare oneself for something difficult or unpleasant. Example: Brace yourself; the news isn’t good.

Question 5

Synapse

Answer 5

A junction between two nerve cells, where impulses pass by diffusion of a neurotransmitter. Example: Learning a new skill creates new synapses in the brain.

Question 6

Synopsis

Answer 6

A brief summary or general survey of something. Example: The synopsis of the book gave away the ending.

Question 7

Phrasal verb

Answer 7

A verb combined with a preposition or adverb (or both) that creates a meaning different from the original verb. Example: She decided to jazz up her outfit with some colorful accessories.

Question 8

Water main

Answer 8

The principal pipe in a system of pipes for conveying water, especially one installed underground. Example: The water main burst, causing flooding in the street.

Question 9

Adequate

Answer 9

Sufficient for a specific requirement; acceptable in quality or quantity. Example: The food was adequate but not exceptional.

Question 10

Rev up

Answer 10

To increase the running speed of an engine or machine. Example: He revved up the engine before the race started.

Question 11

Crank out

Answer 11

To produce something quickly and easily. Example: The factory can crank out thousands of toys every day.

Question 12

Fatten up

Answer 12

To make or become fatter. Example: They are fattening up the turkeys for Thanksgiving.

Question 13

Negation

Answer 13

The contradiction or denial of something. Example: The statement “He does it not that well” contains a negation.

Question 14

Majority

Answer 14

The greater number or part of something. Example: The majority of the team agreed on the new strategy.

Question 15

Habit

Answer 15

A regular practice or routine. Example: He has the habit of jogging every morning.

Question 16

Routine

Answer 16

A sequence of actions regularly followed. Example: Her morning routine includes yoga and a healthy breakfast.

Question 17

Habitual

Answer 17

Done regularly or repeatedly. Example: He is a habitual early riser.

Question 18

Collocation

Answer 18

A natural combination of words that are frequently used together. Example: “Make a decision” and “take a break” are common collocations in English.

Question 19

Sufficient

Answer 19

Enough to meet the needs of a situation or a proposed end. Example: There was sufficient evidence to convict him.

Question 20

Consequence

Answer 20

A result or effect of an action or condition. Example: Every action has a consequence.

Question 21

Staunch

Answer 21

Loyal and committed in attitude. Example: She is a staunch supporter of animal rights.

Question 22

Discerning

Answer 22

Having or showing good judgment. Example: She is very discerning when it comes to choosing books to read.

Question 23

Inversion

Answer 23

The action of inverting something or the state of being inverted. Example: Inversion is often used in formal writing for emphasis, such as “Never have I seen such chaos.”

Question 24

Paraplegic

Answer 24

A person affected by paralysis of the legs and lower body. Example: He has been a paraplegic since the accident.

Question 25

Procrastinate

Answer 25

To delay or postpone action. Example: She tends to procrastinate her homework until the last minute.

Question 26

Persuasion

Answer 26

The action or process of persuading someone. Example: Through gentle persuasion, she convinced him to join the team.

Question 27

Anecdote

Answer 27

A short and amusing or interesting story about a real incident or person. Example: He shared a funny anecdote from his childhood.

Question 28

Tricolon

Answer 28

A rhetorical term for a series of three parallel words, phrases, or clauses. Example: “Veni, vidi, vici” is a famous tricolon.

Question 29

Inclusive

Answer 29

Including all the services or items normally expected or required. Example: The hotel offers an all-inclusive package.

Question 30

Collusion

Answer 30

Secret or illegal cooperation or conspiracy, especially in order to cheat or deceive others. Example: The company was accused of collusion with the government to fix prices.

Question 31

Heinous

Answer 31

Utterly odious or wicked. Example: The crime was particularly heinous.

Question 32

Empathetic

Answer 32

Showing an ability to understand and share the feelings of another. Example: She gave an empathetic response to his troubles.

Question 33

Tribunal

Answer 33

A court of justice. Example: The case was brought before an international tribunal.

Question 34

Acquitted

Answer 34

Free (someone) from a criminal charge by a verdict of not guilty. Example: He was acquitted of all charges.

Question 35

Atrocity

Answer 35

An extremely wicked or cruel act. Example: The war was marked by numerous atrocities.

Question 36

Vulnerable

Answer 36

Susceptible to physical or emotional attack or harm. Example: The elderly are particularly vulnerable during the winter months.

Question 37

Out of the blue

Answer 37

Unexpectedly; without warning. Example: She called me out of the blue after five years.

Question 38

Drowning

Answer 38

To die through submersion in and inhalation of water. Example: He was drowning in debt.

Question 39

Synopsis

Answer 39

A brief summary or general survey of something. Example: The synopsis on the back of the book was intriguing.

Question 40

Flee

Answer 40

To run away from a place or situation of danger. Example: Many people fled the city during the riots.

Question 41

Agitated

Answer 41

Feeling or appearing troubled or nervous. Example: He became agitated when he couldn’t find his keys.

Question 42

Connotation

Answer 42

An idea or feeling that a word invokes in addition to its literal or primary meaning. Example: The word “discipline” has unhappy connotations of punishment.

Question 43

Lure

Answer 43

To tempt (a person or animal) to do something or to go somewhere, especially by offering some form of reward. Example: They were lured into the ambush.

Question 44

Heinous

Answer 44

Utterly odious or wicked. Example: The murder was described as a heinous crime.

Question 45

Empathy

Answer 45

The ability to understand and share the feelings of another. Example: Her empathy for others made her a great counselor.

Question 46

Procrastination

Answer 46

The action of delaying or postponing something. Example: Procrastination led to a last-minute rush to meet the deadline.

Question 47

Tricolon

Answer 47

A series of three parallel words, phrases, or clauses. Example: “I came, I saw, I conquered” is a tricolon.

Question 48

Inclusive language

Answer 48

Language that avoids the use of certain expressions or words that might be considered to exclude particular groups of people. Example: Using inclusive language helps ensure that everyone feels welcome.

Question 49

Heinous

Answer 49

Utterly wicked or reprehensible. Example: The criminal received a life sentence for his heinous actions.