PHINMA EDUCATION ENG 189: Advanced English Session 17 Listening Session
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What does the word 'nefarious' mean?

  • The state of being forgotten
  • Utterly immoral or wicked (correct)
  • Very generous or kind
  • To number pages

What is the meaning of 'voracious'?

  • Ravenously hungry, consuming things in great quantities (correct)
  • Unwavering enforcement of a rule
  • To postpone or avoid doing something
  • A humorous take-off on something

Which word means 'hatred of women'?

  • Lector
  • Misogyny (correct)
  • Paginate
  • Plethora

Which word refers to a 'wonder child' or 'child prodigy'?

<p>Wunderkind (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'procrastination' mean?

<p>The act of postponing or avoiding doing something (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which word means 'unwavering enforcement of a rule or regulation'?

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Nefarious

Utterly immoral or wicked.

Voracious

Ravenously hungry, consuming things in great quantities.

Misogyny

Hatred of women.

Wunderkind

A wonder child or child prodigy.

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Procrastination

The act of postponing or avoiding doing something.

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Zero tolerance

Unwavering enforcement of a rule or regulation.

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Vocabulary Definitions

  • Nefarious: Describes actions or activities that are wicked, villainous, or criminal in nature.
  • Voracious: Refers to an insatiable appetite or eagerness, often regarding food, but can apply to any intense desire or enthusiasm.
  • Misogyny: The term used to denote hatred or prejudice against women.
  • Prodigy: Refers to a child or young person endowed with exceptional talents or abilities, often labeled as a ‘wonder child’.
  • Procrastination: The act of delaying or postponing tasks or responsibilities, often leading to a buildup of unfinished work.
  • Strict enforcement: Denotes unwavering adherence to rules or regulations, ensuring compliance without exceptions.

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Test your knowledge on vocabulary words discussed in the Advanced English Session 17 Listening Session of PHINMA Education. Identify the meanings of words like magnanimous, malign, misogyny, nefarious, and more.

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