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What does the adverb 'expeditiously' imply in the context of the provided headlines?
What does the adverb 'expeditiously' imply in the context of the provided headlines?
- Slowly and carefully
- Without any urgency
- With great hesitation
- Quickly and efficiently (correct)
In what way is the term 'auspiciously' defined?
In what way is the term 'auspiciously' defined?
- In a way that suggests a positive and successful future (correct)
- In a confusing or difficult manner
- In a cautious and reserved way
- In a peaceful and calm manner
How is the adverb 'blly' characterized in the context provided?
How is the adverb 'blly' characterized in the context provided?
- Cautiously indifferent
- Seriously concerned
- Anxiously aware
- Joyfully carefree (correct)
What is a common misconception about the adverb 'auspiciously'?
What is a common misconception about the adverb 'auspiciously'?
What does the usage of 'expeditiously' in the context of banks and exporters suggest?
What does the usage of 'expeditiously' in the context of banks and exporters suggest?
Which example best illustrates the meaning of 'blly'?
Which example best illustrates the meaning of 'blly'?
What does the reaction of traveling 'auspiciously' during Lunar New Year signify?
What does the reaction of traveling 'auspiciously' during Lunar New Year signify?
If something does not start 'auspiciously', what implication can be made?
If something does not start 'auspiciously', what implication can be made?
What does the verb 'bamboozle' mean?
What does the verb 'bamboozle' mean?
Which of the following is a synonym for 'dwindle'?
Which of the following is a synonym for 'dwindle'?
In which context is the verb 'jeopardize' most appropriately used?
In which context is the verb 'jeopardize' most appropriately used?
What does 'entertain' mean in the context of considering an idea?
What does 'entertain' mean in the context of considering an idea?
How is the verb 'articulate' best described?
How is the verb 'articulate' best described?
The term 'sanctimonious' is used to describe someone who is:
The term 'sanctimonious' is used to describe someone who is:
What does the adjective 'preposterous' suggest?
What does the adjective 'preposterous' suggest?
Which of the following best describes a 'levelheaded' person?
Which of the following best describes a 'levelheaded' person?
What does the word 'daunting' imply?
What does the word 'daunting' imply?
Which phrase correctly uses the verb 'articulate'?
Which phrase correctly uses the verb 'articulate'?
To 'entertain' a suggestion means to:
To 'entertain' a suggestion means to:
Which of the following words would be considered the opposite of 'dwindle'?
Which of the following words would be considered the opposite of 'dwindle'?
What does the word 'superiority' refer to?
What does the word 'superiority' refer to?
What would you most likely associate with the word 'bamboozle'?
What would you most likely associate with the word 'bamboozle'?
Which of the following is a collocation commonly used with 'custody'?
Which of the following is a collocation commonly used with 'custody'?
Which adjective would best describe a complex issue that feels overwhelming?
Which adjective would best describe a complex issue that feels overwhelming?
What is the meaning of the word 'novelty'?
What is the meaning of the word 'novelty'?
What does 'daunting' imply when describing a situation?
What does 'daunting' imply when describing a situation?
In what context might the word 'scene' be used?
In what context might the word 'scene' be used?
What does the adjective 'egregious' denote?
What does the adjective 'egregious' denote?
What is a common use of the word 'expeditiously'?
What is a common use of the word 'expeditiously'?
The word 'comeback' signifies which of the following?
The word 'comeback' signifies which of the following?
Which word means to follow without question?
Which word means to follow without question?
What does 'sparsely' imply when describing a population?
What does 'sparsely' imply when describing a population?
Which of the following is NOT a common collocation with 'comeback'?
Which of the following is NOT a common collocation with 'comeback'?
Which phrase is typically associated with 'making a scene'?
Which phrase is typically associated with 'making a scene'?
What might you describe as 'preposterous'?
What might you describe as 'preposterous'?
What does 'sanctimonious' mean?
What does 'sanctimonious' mean?
Flashcards
Bamboozle
Bamboozle
To trick or deceive someone, often by confusing them.
Dwindle
Dwindle
To become smaller in size, amount, or number.
Jeopardize
Jeopardize
To put someone or something in danger of loss, harm, or failure.
Entertain (as a verb)
Entertain (as a verb)
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Articulate (as a verb)
Articulate (as a verb)
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Articulate (as an adjective)
Articulate (as an adjective)
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Sanctimonious
Sanctimonious
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Preposterous
Preposterous
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Levelheaded
Levelheaded
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Daunting
Daunting
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Endorse
Endorse
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Candid
Candid
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Scrutinize
Scrutinize
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Likely
Likely
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Principled
Principled
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Expeditiously
Expeditiously
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Auspiciously
Auspiciously
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Blly
Blly
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Entertain
Entertain
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Egregious
Egregious
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Blindly follow orders
Blindly follow orders
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Make a comeback
Make a comeback
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Make a scene
Make a scene
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Novelty
Novelty
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Custody
Custody
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Dread
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Sparsely populated
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Superiority
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Study Notes
Advanced Verbs
- Bamboozle: To trick or deceive someone, often by confusing them. Examples: "I was bamboozled into buying something," "Holiday firms try to bamboozle customers with long terms and conditions."
- Dwindle: To become smaller in size, amount, or number. Synonyms include decline, diminish, drop, fade, lessen. Examples: "Our membership has dwindled over the past 5 years," "His business is dwindling down to almost nothing."
- Jeopardize: To put someone or something in a situation where there's a danger of loss, harm, or failure. Common collocations include: jeopardize chances, health, progress, a group of people, chances of winning.
- Entertain: To give attention or consideration to an idea, feeling, or suggestion. Examples: "He refused to entertain my offer," "I won't entertain such accusations."
- Articulate: To express oneself readily, clearly, and effectively. Verb stress is on the second syllable, final syllable has long "a" sound. Adjective stress is on the second syllable, final syllable has short "i" sound. Examples: "He articulated the new policy changes," "He is very articulate."
Advanced Adjectives
- Sanctimonious: Self-righteous or insincere; hypocritical; pious; smug. Example: "He gave a self-serving and sanctimonious speech."
- Preposterous: Ridiculous, strange, bizarre, foolish, excessive. Example: "That cow won't be able to climb over the style, that's preposterous."
- Levelheaded: Practical, balanced, composed, reasonable, cool-headed. Example: "My colleague works well under pressure, she's very levelheaded."
- Daunting: Alarming, awful, dire, disheartening, dreadful. Example: "He faces the daunting prospect of up to three different exams in one day."
- Egregious: Atrocious, deplorable, extreme, flagrant, glaring. Example: "He made an egregious mistake."
Advanced Nouns
- Superiority: The fact that one person or thing is better or stronger than another. Common collocations include "air of superiority," "technological superiority," "military superiority," "moral superiority."
- Custody: The legal right or duty to care for someone or something, especially a child. Common collocations include "award custody," "gain custody," "lose custody," "share custody."
- Novelty: The quality of being new and unusual. Example: "The novelty started to wear off." Common collocation: "The novelty has worn off."
- Comeback: A situation where someone or something becomes popular, famous, or successful again after a period of being less popular. Example: "Socks and sandals are making a comeback."
- Scene: An expression of great anger or a similar strong feeling. Example: "Don't raise your voice, you're making a scene."
Advanced Adverbs
- Blindly: Not thinking about or understanding what you're doing. Example: "They blindly followed orders without questioning authority."
- Sparsely: With only a small number or amount of people or things. Example: "The town is sparsely populated."
- Expeditiously: With speed and efficiency. Example: "They worked expeditiously in order to fix the mistake."
- Auspiciously: In a way that suggests a positive and successful future. Example: "Our vacation didn't start auspiciously."
- Belligerently: Happy and without worry; casual, cheerful indifference. Example: "They belligerently ignored any evidence that did not support their theory."
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Test your knowledge of advanced verbs with this quiz. You'll encounter words like 'bamboozle', 'dwindle', and 'jeopardize', along with their meanings and usage. Challenge yourself to understand these verbs and enhance your vocabulary skills.
