Levels 7-9 Week 2 Flashcards
Accidentally
Definition: Without intention; by chance.
Example: “She accidentally deleted the entire report just before the deadline.”
Addicted to
Definition: Physically or mentally dependent on a particular substance or activity.
Example: “He became addicted to video games and spent all his free time playing.”
Bully
Definition: A person who habitually seeks to harm or intimidate those they perceive as vulnerable.
Example: “The school has a strict policy against students who bully their classmates.”
Attachment
Definition: A strong emotional connection or bond with someone or something.
Example: “Her attachment to her childhood home made it hard for her to move away.”
Ban
Definition: To officially or legally prohibit something.
Example: “The government decided to ban smoking in public places to protect non-smokers.”
Censor
Definition: To examine and suppress unacceptable parts of books, films, news, etc.
Example: “The film was censored to remove any content that might be deemed offensive.”
Concerned
Definition: Worried, troubled, or anxious about something.
Example: “The teacher was concerned about the sudden drop in the student’s grades.”
Depressed
Definition: Experiencing severe despondency and dejection.
Example: “After losing his job, he felt depressed and had difficulty finding motivation.”
Eliminate
Definition: To completely remove or get rid of something.
Example: “The company aims to eliminate waste by recycling more materials.”
Expose
Definition: To make something visible by uncovering it; to reveal something hidden.
Example: “The journalist’s report helped expose corruption within the government.”
Extreme case
Definition: A situation that is more severe than usual.
Example: “In extreme cases of fraud, the penalty can include several years in prison.”
Figure out
Definition: To solve or understand something after thinking about it.
Example: “It took them a while to figure out how to use the new software.”
Filter
Definition: To remove unwanted material from a substance, or to process information selectively.
Example: “The water must be filtered to remove any impurities.”
Forbid
Definition: To refuse to allow something, especially by law or authority.
Example: “The company policy forbids employees from using social media during work hours.”
Gain access
Definition: To obtain permission or the means to enter a place or use something.
Example: “You need a password to gain access to the secure website.”
