LESSONS 7/8/9 Flashcards
7/8/9
SOMETHING THAT AROUSES INTENSE BUT BRIEF ENTHUSIASM
RAGE
PAY NO ATTENTION
IGNORE
100 YEARS
CENTURY
END/FINISH
CONCLUDE
ACT AGAINST/STRIVE AGAINST
RESIST
CANNOT BE QUESTIONED
UNDENIABLE
DISREGARD
IGNORE
WITHOUT SOMETHING/HAVE NOT ENOUGH
LACK
NEIGHBORHOOD
VICINITY
VIOLENT ANGER
RAGE
DOCUMENT
CALL TO A FIGHT
CHALLANGE
PLACE FROM WHICH SOMETHING COMES OR IS OBTAINED
SOURCE
MINIATURE
REPRESENTED ON A SMALL SCALE
big and heavy; large and solid; bulky
massive
a small case or covering
capsule
interfere with and trouble;
MOLEST
DARK
GLOOMY
disturb
MOLEST
IN LOW SPIRITS
GLOOMY
UNEXPECTED
UNFORESEEN
feel injured and angered at (something)
RESENT
FLOOD
TORRENT
condemn in public; express strong disapproval of
DENOUNCE
keep from harm or change; keep safe; protect
PRESERVE
UNIQUE
having no like or equal; being the only one of its kind
any violent, rushing stream
TORRENT
put off to a later time; delay
postpone
agree; give permission or approval
CONSENT
person who does something for pleasure, not for money or as a profession
amateur
average; ordinary
MEDIOCRE
lack of sameness; a number of different things
VARIETY
live longer than; remain alive after
SURVIVE
UNEARTHLY
WEIRD
WELL-KNOWN
PROMiNI\ENT
freedom from danger, care, or fear; feeling or condition of being safe
SECURITY
VALID
supported by facts or authority; sound; true
make something greater than it is; overstat
EXAGGERATE
IMPORTANT
PROMINENT
MYSTERIOUS
WEIRD
taking up much space; large
BULKY
UNWILLING
RELUCTANT
easily seen or understood; clear to the eye or mind; not to be doubted; plai
OBVIOUS
neither good nor bad
MEDIOCRE
USEFUL
- Serving a practical purpose; able to be used effectively. Example: The new smartphone app is incredibly useful for organizing daily tasks and reminders.
- Providing assistance or benefit; advantageous or valuable. Example: Learning a foreign language can be useful for enhancing career opportunities
DENY
- To say that something is not true or that you do not believe or accept it. Example: “She denied all the allegations made against her.”
- To refuse to give or provide something to someone.
PRODUCE
- To make or create something, usually by combining materials, parts, or elements. Example: “The factory produces cars on a large scale.”
- Fresh fruits and vegetables that are grown for the purpose of being sold. Example: “The local farmer’s market offers a wide variety of fresh produce.”
UNIMPORTANT
- Lacking significance, relevance, or consequence; not worthy of attention or consideration. Example: The minor grammatical errors in the email were unimportant and did not affect the overall message.
- Having little or no impact or influence on a particular situation or outcome. Example: In the grand scheme of things, her opinion on the matter was unimportant and didn’t sway the final decision
APPROPRIATE
- Suitable or right for a particular purpose, person, or situation. Example: “It would be appropriate to wear formal attire to the wedding.”
- To take something, especially without permission, for your own use. Example: “He appropriated my pen without asking.”
UNIMPORTANT
- Lacking significance, relevance, or consequence; not worthy of attention or consideration. Example: The minor grammatical errors in the email were unimportant and did not affect the overall message.
- Having little or no impact or influence on a particular situation or outcome. Example: In the grand scheme of things, her opinion on the matter was unimportant and didn’t sway the final decision.
SATISFYING
- Producing a feeling of contentment, fulfillment, or gratification. Example: After completing a challenging puzzle, she experienced a satisfying sense of accomplishment.
- Meeting or fulfilling expectations, requirements, or desires. Example: The restaurant served a satisfying meal that left the customers pleasantly full and pleased.
SUBSTANTIAL
- Considerable in quantity, size, or importance; significant or sizable. Example: The company made a substantial profit increase this year compared to the previous one.
- Having a strong or sturdy build; solid or robust. Example: The old oak tree had substantial branches that provided shade in the summer.
WORRY
- To feel anxious or concerned about something. Example: “She worries about her children’s safety when they’re out late.”
- To cause someone to feel anxious or concerned. Example: “The constant noise from the construction site worries the residents.”
PREDICT
- To say or estimate that something will happen in the future, based on available information or knowledge. Example: “Meteorologists predict heavy rain tomorrow.”
- To recognize or indicate something before it happens. Example: “His frequent headaches often predict an oncoming migraine.”
Conceptualize
- To form a concept or idea in your mind. Example: “The artist conceptualized a unique sculpture inspired by nature.”
- To understand or interpret something as a concept or abstract idea. Example: “The professor encouraged the students to conceptualize complex theories.”
SELCET
- The act of choosing someone or something from a group of options. Example: The hiring manager is responsible for selecting the most qualified candidate for the job.
- The process of picking out or determining a particular option. Example: I am currently selecting the color scheme for my new living room.
OVERCOME
- To succeed in dealing with or controlling a problem, difficulty, or challenge. Example: She managed to overcome her fear of public speaking and delivered a confident presentation.
- To defeat someone or something. Example: The underdog team overcame their rivals and won the championship.
ILLUSTRATE
- To provide visual representation or explanation of something, typically by using pictures, diagrams, or examples. Example: “The book is beautifully illustrated with colorful images.”
- To clarify or make something clear by giving examples or showing evidence. Example: “The professor used real-life case studies to illustrate the concepts discussed in class.”
NEGLECT
- To fail to take care of or pay attention to something or someone. Example: “The landlord neglected the maintenance of the building, leading to numerous issues.”
- To omit or disregard something that is necessary or important. Example: “He neglected to include references in his research paper.”
DECIDING
- The act of making a choice or reaching a conclusion after consideration. Example: After much deliberation, she finally made the decision to accept the job offer.
- The process of determining or settling something. Example: The court will be deciding the outcome of the lawsuit.
SURPASSED BY
- To be outdone or exceeded by someone or something.
Example: The previous sales record was surpassed by the new product launch, which generated even higher revenue.
COMPARABLE TO
- Similar or alike in some way, such that a meaningful comparison can be made.
Example: The athlete’s speed is comparable to that of a cheetah, as she can run incredibly fast.
INDEPENDENT OF
- Not influenced or affected by someone or something else. Example: His decision to pursue a career in music was independent of his parents’ wishes.
- Existing or operating separately, without reliance on others. Example: The two companies are independent of each other and have different management structures.
CREATE
- The act of making or producing something new. Example: The artist spent hours in her studio, creating a beautiful painting.
- The process of bringing something into existence or giving rise to something. Example: The architect is creating a design for the new office building.
INSPECT
- The act of carefully examining or looking closely at someone or something. Example: The mechanic is inspecting the car to identify any potential issues.
- The process of officially examining a building, machinery, or organization to ensure compliance with regulations or standards. Example: The health inspector is inspecting the restaurant’s kitchen for cleanliness and food safety.
CHALLENGE
- Something that needs great mental or physical effort in order to be done successfully or overcome. Example: “Climbing Mount Everest was a major challenge for him.”
- A call to prove or justify something; a demand for evidence or explanation. Example: “The lawyer issued a challenge to the prosecution’s evidence.”
OBTAINED FROM
- To acquire or get something, typically through effort or action. Example: The researcher obtained valuable data from the experiment conducted in the laboratory.
- To receive or procure something from a particular source. Example: The ingredients for the recipe were obtained from the local grocery store.
PERIPHERAL
- (noun) A device that is connected to a computer but is not part of the main structure or central processing unit. Example: The computer technician replaced the faulty peripheral, a malfunctioning printer.
- (adjective) Relating to or situated on the edge or periphery of something. Example: The company’s peripheral branches experienced lower sales compared to the main stores
