Informal(novel) Language Flashcards
Outraged
Verb
arouse fierce anger, shock, or indignation in (someone).
“the public were outraged at the brutality involved”
Appeased
Verb
assuage or satisfy (a demand or a feeling).
“we give to charity because it appeases our guilt”
Traumatised
Verb
subject to lasting shock as a result of a disturbing experience or physical injury.
“the children were traumatized by separation from their families”
disguised
verb
give (someone or oneself) a different appearance in order to conceal one’s identity.
“we took elaborate measures to disguise ourselves as locals”
influx
noun
an arrival or entry of large numbers of people or things.
“a massive influx of tourists”
Guarantor
noun
a person or thing that gives or acts as a guarantee.
Pakistan was a facilitator of the Afghan peace process and not a guarantor.
Repercussions
an unintended consequence of an event or action, especially an unwelcome one.
Prime Minister Imran Khan had called newly elected Iranian President Seyed Ebrahim Raisi and expressed concern over the worsening security situation in Afghanistan, saying the latest developments could lead to serious repercussions for both Pakistan and Iran.
Deteriorates
verb
become progressively worse.
if the situation deteriorates, we will establish settlements along the border with strict control and monitoring, prohibiting the entry of refugees into the mainland.”
Crèche
a nursery where babies and young children are cared for during the working day.