Kaplan Flashcards
Inimical to
The proposed legislation was deemed inimical to the interests of small businesses, threatening to impose undue burdens on them.
ters düsen, zararlı
noxious OR antagonistic
Abstruse
The professor’s lecture was filled with abstruse theories that left many students confused and struggling to understand.
anlaşılmasi güc
arcane, incomprehensible
Prosaic
His prosaic approach to problem-solving lacked creativity and failed to inspire his team.
sıradan
banal
Spurned
After being spurned by his colleagues for his radical ideas, he decided to pursue his research independently.
reddedilmiş
Appal
She was appalled by the blatant disregard for safety regulations at the construction site.
dehşete düşmek, sok olmak
Abjure
In a public statement, the celebrity chose to abjure all forms of violence and advocate for peaceful resolutions instead.
yemin ederek reddetmek
Befuddlement
The complex instructions caused widespread befuddlement among the new employees, leading to numerous mistakes.
kafa karisikligi, şaşkınlık
Chagrin
To her chagrin, she realized that she had forgotten to bring the crucial documents to the meeting.
hüsran, utanc
a feeling of vexation, marked by disappointment or humiliation.
Resentment
The unfair treatment by the management led to a deep sense of resentment among the employees.
darginlik, kızgınlık
hate, anger,
Supercilious
His supercilious attitude made it difficult for others to work with him, as he often dismissed their ideas as inferior.
kibirli
arrogant
Sardonic
His sardonic comments during the discussion alienated many of his colleagues, who found his humor biting and unconstructive.
alaycı
sarcastic, satirical
Fatuous
The fatuous remarks made during the debate did little to advance the conversation and only highlighted the speaker’s ignorance.
aptalca, ahmakca, akılsız
foolish
Ribald
The comedian’s ribald jokes, though popular with some, offended a significant portion of the audience.
küfürbaz kimse
rude
Reminiscence
The old photographs evoked a powerful reminiscence of her childhood summers spent at the family cabin.
anımsama
rem- ember memories
Disparage
Despite the manager’s attempts to disparage her colleague’s achievements, the team continued to value her contributions highly.
küçümsemek
Porous
The porous material of the sponge made it ideal for cleaning up spills and absorbing liquids efficiently.
geçirimli
Translucent
The translucent glass allowed just enough light to filter through, creating a soft, diffused glow in the room.
şeffaf
Somber
The somber tone of the memorial service reflected the gravity of the loss felt by the entire community.
kasvetli
-umbre: shade, shadow (umbre lla)
Myriad
The night sky was filled with a myriad of stars, each twinkling like tiny diamonds scattered across the canvas of darkness.
çok sayıda
Calumny
The politician was distressed by the calumny spread by his opponents, which sought to tarnish his reputation unjustly.
iftira
Commend
The employee received a formal commendation for her exceptional performance and dedication to the company’s success.
övmek
commendation: övgü, recommend: övmek tavsiye etmek
Salubrious
The village’s salubrious climate and clean air made it a popular destination for those seeking a healthy and rejuvenating retreat.
sağlıklı
salu- : saglik (salut )
Assuage
The therapist’s calming words helped to assuage the patient’s anxiety, offering a sense of relief and reassurance.
yatıştırmak
Fervid
His fervid speech on environmental conservation inspired many to take immediate action to protect natural resources.
hararetli, hevesli
Placate
To placate the disgruntled employees, the management offered additional benefits and a transparent plan for future improvements.
yatıştırmak
Audacious
The entrepreneur’s audacious plan to revolutionize the tech industry caught the attention of investors and critics alike.
cüretkar, cesur
Desiccate
The preservationist suggested that to desiccate the old manuscripts, they should be stored in a low-humidity environment to prevent deterioration.
kurutmak
Pedant
The professor was known for his pedant nature, often correcting minor errors in students’ work with meticulous attention to detail.
(negative) detayci, (ukala)
Vacillate
The committee’s decision seemed to vacillate between two potential policies, creating uncertainty among the stakeholders.
kararsızlık
Adulterate
The company’s reputation suffered when it was discovered that they had adulterated their products with inferior ingredients.
içine yabancı madde katmak, karıştırmak
Engender
The new policy aimed to engender a culture of collaboration and innovation within the organization, fostering a more productive work environment.
oluşturmak, meydana getirmek
en- gene -der
Laconic
Despite his laconic responses during the meeting, his brief but precise remarks conveyed a deep understanding of the subject matter.
kisa ve öz, kısaca
pithy
