Quiz 1 Flashcards
adjustments
(n.) a small change that improves something or makes it work better
Example: The engine only needed a minor adjustment.
persevere
(v.) to continue doing something or trying to do something even though it is difficult
Example: She persevered in her studies and graduated near the top of her class.
incorporate
(v.) to include (something) as part of something else.
Example: This design incorporates the best features of our earlier models.
adopt
(v.) to begin to use or have (a different manner, method, etc.)
Example: Their boss has recently adopted a friendlier manner. [=has started behaving in a friendlier way]
fatigued
(adj.) extremely tired
Example: He always left work feeling somewhat fatigued. [=tired]
modify
(v.) to change some parts of (something) while not changing other parts
Example: We can help you modify an existing home or build a new one.
swap
to give something to someone and receive something in return
Example: He swapped his cupcake for a candy bar.
discipline
(n.) the ability to keep working at something that is difficult
Example: I tried learning the piano, but I lacked the discipline [=self-discipline] to stick with it.
lifestyle
(n.) a particular way of living
Example: She envied the lavish lifestyles of wealthy people.
consistency
(n.) the quality or fact of staying the same at different times
Example: His statements on this subject have lacked consistency.
mimic
(v.) to copy (someone or someone’s behavior or speech) especially for humor
Example: He can mimic [=imitate] the way his father talks perfectly.
frown
(n.) a serious facial expression that usually shows anger, displeasure, or concentration
Example: She was wearing a frown. [=she was frowning]
long-lasting
(adj.) existing or continuing for a long time
Example: The trip had a long-lasting effect on me.
fulfilling
(adj.) providing happiness and satisfaction
Example: My time in college was a happy and fulfilling period in my life.
emotional
(adj.) relating to one’s feelings
Example: an emotional disorder
well-being
(n.) the state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy.
Example: an improvement in the patient’s well-being
expressions
(n.) the way someone’s face looks that shows emotions and feelings
Example: Judging from her expression, I think the gift was a complete surprise.
determine
(v.) to officially decide (something) especially because of evidence or facts
Example: The town has finally determined ownership of the land. = The town has finally determined who owns the land.
induce
(v.) to cause (someone or something) to do something
Example: The advertisement is meant to induce people to eat more fruit.
suppress
(v.) to not allow yourself to feel, show, or be affected by (an emotion)
Example: He struggled to suppress his feelings of jealousy.
state
your physical or mental condition
Example1: her mental/emotional state
Example 2: By the time I arrived, he was in quite a state. [=he was very upset, worried, angry, etc.]
response
(n.) something that is done as a reaction to something else
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Example: When I told him my plan, I wasn’t expecting such an enthusiastic response.
support
(n.) to give help or assistance to (someone or something)
Example: The charity supports needy families.
brain fog
a state of mental confusion or forgetfulness
Example: Grandma seemed to be in a brain fog for a couple days last week.
it is what it is
A phrase used to describe a situation that is less than ideal that you can’t change.
Example: It is what it is and all we can do is accept it and carry on.
deepfake
a video of a person in which their face or body has been digitally altered so that they appear to be someone else, typically used maliciously or to spread false information.
Example: The committee hearing on worldwide threats cited deepfakes as a growing concern.
stampede
(n.) an occurrence in which a large group of frightened or excited animals or people run together in a wild and uncontrolled way to escape from something, get out of a place, etc.
Example: a buffalo stampede
bear in mind
(v.) to remember or consider something when thinking about or doing something else
Example: Bear in mind that the weather may change, so bring a jacket.
more of less
(adj.) Approximately
Example : The meeting will take more or less an hour.
arduous
(adj.) Very difficult and tiring, requiring a lot of effort.
Example 1: Climbing the mountain was an arduous task.
foresee
(v.) to know or expect that something will happen before it does.
Example: The company didn’t foresee the economic crisis coming.
co-ed
(adj.) for both male and female students together (often used in education).
Example The university offers co-ed dorms, where male and female students can live in the same building.
the bottom line
(n.) the final conclusion
Example: After all the discussions, the bottom line is that we don’t have enough money to go on vacation.
on the same page
To agree or understand the same thing.
Example: Let’s make sure we are all on the same page before the meeting starts.
take a stab at
to try something, even if you aren’t sure you will succeed.
Example: I’ve never done this before, but I’ll take a stab at fixing the computer.
take its toll
to cause harm or damage over time.
Example: Working long hours is starting to take its toll on his health.
