Vocabulary-EFLNET-7 Flashcards

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adverse

Adverse weather conditions will not stop Max from going fishing.

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adverse
Unfavorable; harmful.
Hostel

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advocate

Max is an advocate for animal rights.

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advocate
A person who publicly supports something or someone. 
(Supporter, defensor)
To Advocate /Ádvoqueit/
The personne /advoquéit/
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destiny

Max considered it his destiny to die poor and alone.

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destiny

A predetermined state; fate.

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diminish

Max laughed at Mary’s award and tried to diminish the award’s importance.

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diminish
To make smaller or less or to cause to appear so.
(Diminuir)

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donor

The Red Cross sent a letter of gratitude to all of the donors.

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donor

One who contributes to a cause or fund.

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exempt

Most churches are exempt from paying taxes.

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exempt
Free from a duty or obligation.
You’re excused. You’re exempt.

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query

The police officer queried the drivers involved in the accident.

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query

To ask, inquire.

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patron (patrocinador)

Some of the patrons complained to the waiter about the quality of the food.

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customer

cliente

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savor

Homer savored every bite of the chocolate donut.

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savor
To enjoy or appreciate the taste or smell of something.
(Saborear)

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vocation

It is important to choose a vocation that you enjoy.

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vocation
Employment; occupation; avocation; calling; business; trade

What’s tour vocation?

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