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Which word describes something that happens with pauses or breaks in between?
Which word describes something that happens with pauses or breaks in between?
- Obligatory
- Intermittent (correct)
- Flamboyant
- Insuperable
In which scenario would it be most appropriate to extol someone?
In which scenario would it be most appropriate to extol someone?
- When publicly recognizing an employee for outstanding achievements. (correct)
- When consoling a friend who has failed an exam.
- When privately criticizing a colleague's poor presentation skills.
- When addressing a team member who consistently misses deadlines.
Which of the following actions is the best example of trying to wheedle someone?
Which of the following actions is the best example of trying to wheedle someone?
- Clearly stating your expectations in a professional setting.
- Making a heartfelt apology for a mistake.
- Using flattery to convince a friend to lend you money. (correct)
- Presenting a logical argument with supporting evidence.
Which situation exemplifies something that could be described as an impetus?
Which situation exemplifies something that could be described as an impetus?
Which profession would most likely require someone to plumb the depths of complex issues?
Which profession would most likely require someone to plumb the depths of complex issues?
What does 'bewail' mean?
What does 'bewail' mean?
What does 'destitute' mean?
What does 'destitute' mean?
What does 'emancipate' mean?
What does 'emancipate' mean?
Define 'extol'.
Define 'extol'.
'Flamboyant' means modest and understated.
'Flamboyant' means modest and understated.
Which of the following defines 'impetus'?
Which of the following defines 'impetus'?
'Insuperable' means capable of being overcome or defeated.
'Insuperable' means capable of being overcome or defeated.
What does 'intermittent' mean?
What does 'intermittent' mean?
Which of the following defines 'maxim'?
Which of the following defines 'maxim'?
What does 'obligatory' mean?
What does 'obligatory' mean?
What is a 'vagabond'?
What is a 'vagabond'?
What is a 'visage'?
What is a 'visage'?
Meaning of the word 'wheedle'.
Meaning of the word 'wheedle'.
Flashcards
bewail
bewail
To express deep regret or sorrow over.
destitute
destitute
Without resources or possessions, especially the necessities of life.
extol
extol
To praise highly.
impetus
impetus
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vagabond
vagabond
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detract
detract
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emancipate
emancipate
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flamboyant
flamboyant
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insuperable
insuperable
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intermittent
intermittent
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maxim
maxim
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obligatory
obligatory
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plumb
plumb
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visage
visage
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wheedle
wheedle
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detract
detract
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emancipate
emancipate
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flamboyant
flamboyant
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intermittent
intermittent
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insuperable
insuperable
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obligatory
obligatory
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Study Notes
Lesson 1 Vocabulary
- bewail: To express deep regret or sorrow over.
- destitute: Without resources or possessions, especially necessities of life; lacking.
- detract: To take away value, beauty, or importance.
- emancipate: To set free from slavery; to liberate.
- extol: To praise highly.
- flamboyant: Excessively showy; unrestrained.
- impetus: A driving force; increased activity resulting from a driving force.
- insuperable: Incapable of being overcome or defeated.
- intermittent: Not continuous; happening at intervals.
- maxim: A general truth or rule of conduct (short saying).
- obligatory: Required or demanded.
- plumb: To measure depth of water/reach deepest part/understand by close examination; straight up and down/vertical.
- vagabond: A person who wanders from place to place.
- visage: A face, especially one expressing feelings.
- wheedle: To coax by sly persuasion/insincere praise; to gain by sly persuasion/insincere praise.
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