my words 12 Flashcards
encounter
a meeting, especially one that happens by chance:
I had an alarming encounter with a wild pig.
This meeting will be the first encounter between the party leaders since the election.
bear out
to support the truth of something:
His version of events just isn’t borne out by the facts.
leap
to make a large jump or sudden movement, usually from one place to another:
He leaped out of his car and ran towards the house.
I leaped up to answer the phone.
consequently
as a result:
I spent most of my money in the first week and consequently had very little to eat by the end of the holiday.
interpreted
to decide what the intended meaning of something is:
It’s difficult to interpret these statistics without knowing how they were obtained.
devising
to invent a plan, system, object, etc., usually using your intelligence or imagination:
He’s good at devising language games that you can play with students in class.
tempting
to make someone want to have or do something, especially something that is unnecessary or wrong:
The offer of free credit tempted her into buying a new car.
aviation
the activity of flying aircraft, or of designing, producing, and keeping them in good condition:
neglecting
to not give enough care or attention to people or things that are your responsibility:
He neglects that poor dog - he never takes him for walks or gives him any attention.
concise
short and clear, expressing what needs to be said without unnecessary words:
throughout
in every part, or during the whole period of time:
