part 6 Flashcards
Renown - noun
Renowned - adjectiv
famous for something
somebody widely known
famouse, well-known, with a high reputation
It refers to the state of being famous or celebrated due to one’s achievements, qualities, or abilities.
“The scientist gained international renown for her groundbreaking research in cancer treatment.”
“Paris is a city of global renown, known for its art, culture, and cuisine.”
“The university has a considerable renown in the field of economics.”
Both “of high renown” and “of great renown” are phrases that mean well-known, highly respected, or famous. They are often used to describe someone who is very distinguished or a place that is well-known. these phrases are somewhat formal and may sound a bit old-fashioned in casual conversation.
used to describe someone or something that is famous or well-known in a particular field or for a particular reason
begets 2 meaning
- to cause, occur, lead or exist
-Poverty often begets crime
-His ambitious attitude beget rapid advancement in the company - make children, To become the father of or to produce offspring. This is an old-fashioned usage, often seen in historical or religious texts.
-The king begat three sons, all of whom became renowned warriors.
adage
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an adage is a statement of general, timeless truth.
This is a wise saying that has been accepted as truth over a long period of time. Adages are often more philosophical and timeless, and they are typically well-known. Examples of adages include “Out of sight, out of mind” and “Where there’s smoke, there’s fire.”
Conclusively
conclusive
without any doubt or questions
Note that “conclusively” isn’t just about ending an argument or discussion, it’s about ending it with clear, definitive proof or victory
- In order for the court to make a verdict, it generally requires conclusive evidence to be presented
The term “conclusively” is often used in formal or legal contexts. When something is stated or done “conclusively,” it means it’s considered final and not open to further debate, discussion, or questioning.
Dissipates 3 meaning
to disappear gradually, or to cause something to disappear gradually, spread out
to go away, to melt away, to spreads out
-His anger dissipated
his assurances dissipated any doubts i have
- In the context of physical substances or phenomena: When a substance or phenomenon (like fog, smoke, or heat) dissipates, it gradually disappears by spreading out across a large area. For example, “As the sun rose, the fog started to dissipate.”
- In the context of feelings or thoughts: When a feeling or thought dissipates, it gradually disappears. For example, “After talking through his feelings with his friend, his anger began to dissipate.”
as a bad smell will dissipate (usually) if you wait long enough.
concentration dissipated - In the context of resources: When resources (like money or energy) dissipate, they’re wasted because they’re used inefficiently. For example, “Without a clear plan, the team’s energy was dissipated on unimportant tasks.”
for pleasure and enjoyment
Opening Pandora’s Box
is a cautionary phrase warning of potential cascading troubles arising from a single decision or action.
(Greek mythology) a box that Zeus gave to Pandora with instructions that she not open it; she gave in to her curiosity and opened it; all the miseries and evils flew out to afflict mankind
The phrase is often used to express the unforeseen consequences or complexities that could arise from a seemingly simple or straightforward action. It’s a warning that one small step or action could set off a series of chain reactions with significant negative consequences.
In legal and political contexts, “opening Pandora’s Box” could refer to the potential for new precedents to be set that could have far-reaching implications. For instance, changing a law might seem like a simple adjustment, but it could lead to a range of unintended consequences.
Achilles `heel /əˈkɪliz hil/
An Achilles’ heel is a specific weakness, flaw or vulnerability that might lead to failure
a seemingly small but actual mortal weakness
In modern use, it indicates a vulnerability or flaw which could lead to downfall, even though the person or system might have overall strength. For instance, a brilliant scientist might have an “Achilles heel” of being terrible at public speaking.
The term “Achilles heel” can be used to refer to a weakness in both people and systems or things. It denotes the most vulnerable point, aspect or deficiency, which, despite overall strength or robustness, can lead to downfall or failure. For example, a person might be very intelligent but their Achilles heel is their lack of confidence. Similarly, a security system might be very advanced, but its Achilles heel could be a small loophole that hackers could exploit.
achilles heel of apple is the price
It’s worth noting that what constitutes an “Achilles heel” can be subjective and may vary depending on individual perspectives.
Conspicuously
conspicuous
- noticeable, when you do something conspicuously, you do it in a way that’s very obvious or easy to see, ) or attracting attention,clearly visible or standing out
It can refer to anything that stands out or is noticeable because it is unusual, different, or bright.
her anger was conspicuous by her silence
In another context, it can be used to describe someone who is noticeably behaving in a certain way, like: “Her conspicuous generosity often made others feel uncomfortable.”
It’s also used in phrases like “conspicuous consumption” where it describes the extravagant spending to display economic power. It refers to the spending of money on and the acquiring of luxury goods and services to publicly display economic power and wealth. The goal of such consumption is to enhance one’s prestige or social status.
For example, buying expensive cars, jewelry, designer clothing, or living in a large mansion even when a smaller residence would suffice, can all be considered forms of conspicuous consumption. It’s essentially about showing off wealth and trying to impress others.
The adverb conspicuously is perfect for describing things that happen in a clear or showy way. If you want to attract attention, you might conspicuously toss water balloons at cars driving by or conspicuously juggle oranges in the grocery store.
tepid 2 meaning
- Tepid people or things are lukewarm or lacking in enthusiasm or emotion.
showing little enthusiasm or warmth - In terms of temperature, tepid means moderately warm or lukewarm. For instance, “She washed her hands in tepid wate
cordial - adjective
Cordially - adverb
Cordiality - noun
politely warm and friendly or intensely or strong
- As an adjective in the context of behavior or relationships, “cordial” signifies politeness, friendliness, and a genuine sense of warmth. It’s often used to describe interactions that are marked by respect and kindness, even if the parties involved are not close friends. For instance, one might have a cordial conversation with a colleague or a cordial interaction with a neighbor.
a cordial handshake/relations, greeting/meeting - In terms of emotions or feelings, when “cordial” is used to describe them, it implies that these emotions are warm, sincere, and heartfelt. For example, you might have a cordial respect for a mentor or a cordial affection towards a cherished friend. sincere
- As a noun, a “cordial” is a sweet fruit-flavored drink. In some cases, it may refer to a type of sweet, strong liqueur. For example: “After dinner, they enjoyed a glass of cherry cordial.”
Trojan Horse
In modern usage, it refers to any tactic that is used to trick someone into inviting an adversary into a securely protected bastion or space.
So, when you hear the term “Trojan Horse”, whether it’s in a historical, political, or computer security context, it’s referring to a kind of deceptive trick that makes you let your guard down and unwittingly let in a threat.
Draconian
“Draconian” is an adjective that refers to laws, rules, or measures that are extremely harsh or severe or go further than what is right or necessary: being without compressions –
In ancient Athens, Draco was a guy who made some seriously strict laws. So rules that are too restrictive — or just plain unfair — are called Draconian. he suggest that there should be death penalty for all offenses
- “The company’s draconian rules for tardiness (Tardiness is the quality of being late)resulted in many employees losing their jobs for being a few minutes late
-The government faced international criticism for its draconian laws against freedom of speech
renege /rɪˈnɪɡ/
to break a promise, to go back on your word , to fail to keep a promise or an agreement, commitment, obligation etc.: failing to do what you said you would
- She’d thought that, at the last minute, Papa would have second thoughts and renege on the deposit
- The government was accused of reneging on its election promises when it increased taxes
deplete
Depletion
use up (resources or materials), to reduce something in size or amount, especially supplies of energy, money, food, etc.:
to consume, to exhaust
deplet my savings
the famine that came from the drought depleted the food supplies
After a long day of work, my energy was completely depleted.”
Infectious
be spread or transmitted or from one person to another ypically referring to a disease caused by bacteria, viruses, or other microorganisms.
describe something that spreads easily influence, and affects many people, such as laughter, enthusiasm, or a mood.
highlight how emotions, moods, and attitudes can spread among people
-His infectious enthusiasm motivated the entire team.
