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What verb describes moving with a smooth, quiet, continuous motion?
What verb describes moving with a smooth, quiet, continuous motion?
Which verb is often used when someone jumps into water quickly and energetically?
Which verb is often used when someone jumps into water quickly and energetically?
What does the verb 'trudge' mean?
What does the verb 'trudge' mean?
When a vehicle must change direction abruptly, which verb is used?
When a vehicle must change direction abruptly, which verb is used?
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What verb means to move slowly and carefully to avoid being noticed?
What verb means to move slowly and carefully to avoid being noticed?
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What is the meaning of the word 'desolate' as described in the content?
What is the meaning of the word 'desolate' as described in the content?
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What word could be used to describe the action of moving energetically into water?
What word could be used to describe the action of moving energetically into water?
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Which action would best illustrate the verb 'swerve'?
Which action would best illustrate the verb 'swerve'?
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In what situation is the verb 'trudge' most likely used?
In what situation is the verb 'trudge' most likely used?
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Which of the following sentences correctly uses the verb 'creep'?
Which of the following sentences correctly uses the verb 'creep'?
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The correct verb for walking slowly because of exhaustion is:
The correct verb for walking slowly because of exhaustion is:
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Which noun could be used alongside the adjective 'desolate'?
Which noun could be used alongside the adjective 'desolate'?
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Which of the following would NOT be a synonym for 'glide'?
Which of the following would NOT be a synonym for 'glide'?
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What does the word 'opulent' describe?
What does the word 'opulent' describe?
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In the context of the countryside, what does 'verdant' mean?
In the context of the countryside, what does 'verdant' mean?
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What adjective best describes a clean and organized office?
What adjective best describes a clean and organized office?
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What term is used for a wealthy area within an impoverished city?
What term is used for a wealthy area within an impoverished city?
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Which word means slightly sad because of unattainable desires?
Which word means slightly sad because of unattainable desires?
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What adjective describes someone appearing untidy or messy?
What adjective describes someone appearing untidy or messy?
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Which term describes a calm and peaceful state?
Which term describes a calm and peaceful state?
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How would you best describe a sad song about lost love?
How would you best describe a sad song about lost love?
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Which of the following terms would describe an old, physically weak person?
Which of the following terms would describe an old, physically weak person?
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What does a 'radiant' smile express?
What does a 'radiant' smile express?
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What word describes a place that is very inviting and comfortable?
What word describes a place that is very inviting and comfortable?
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Which word describes an expression of extreme luxury?
Which word describes an expression of extreme luxury?
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What does 'tranquil' refer to?
What does 'tranquil' refer to?
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Which word suggests a bushy and overgrown appearance?
Which word suggests a bushy and overgrown appearance?
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Study Notes
Movement Verbs
- Glide: To move with a smooth, quiet, continuous motion (e.g., a swan gliding through the water).
- Plunge: To jump or dive energetically into the water.
- Trudge: To walk slowly with difficulty, especially in harsh conditions (e.g., trudging through snow).
- Swerve: To change direction abruptly (e.g., swerving to avoid an accident).
- Creep: To move slowly and carefully in order to avoid being heard or noticed.
Adjectives for Places
- Desolate: Empty, not attractive, and with no people or pleasant things in it. (e.g., a desolate landscape).
- Opulent: Expensive and luxurious (e.g., an opulent hotel).
- Verdant: Covered with healthy green plants and grass (e.g., a verdant countryside).
- Pristine: Immaculately clean or has never been used (e.g., a pristine office).
- Enclave: A separate space or group within a larger one (e.g., a wealthy enclave within an impoverished city).
Adjectives for Appearance
- Disheveled: Very untidy in appearance, especially of hair.
- Radiant: Showing great happiness, love, or health (e.g., a radiant smile).
- Wistful: Slightly sad because one is thinking about something one cannot have.
- Serene: Calm and peaceful.
- Frail: Physically weak or unhealthy.
Additional Notes
- The video emphasizes building vocabulary by associating words with images and providing synonyms as well as collocations
- The speaker uses examples from real-life situations for easier understanding
- The speaker gives suggestions on how to increase knowledge through engram viewers, checking for frequency of the words in writing and speech, and using synonyms to improve passive and active memory.
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Test your knowledge of movement verbs and descriptive adjectives for places and appearance. This quiz will challenge you with definitions and examples, ensuring you grasp the nuanced use of each word. Perfect for enhancing your vocabulary and understanding of language.
