Vocabulary Lesson 15

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Which scenario best exemplifies the use of the word 'augment'?

  • A gardener adding fertilizer to the soil to increase plant growth. (correct)
  • A musician performing a solo with minimal accompaniment.
  • A student clarifying a complex concept to a classmate.
  • A chef meticulously plating a dish with artistic flair.

In what context would describing someone as 'benign' be most appropriate?

  • Discussing a complex and challenging problem.
  • Describing a severe thunderstorm.
  • Characterizing a helpful and kind neighbor. (correct)
  • Analyzing a contentious and heated debate.

Which profession most closely aligns with the definition of a 'connoisseur'?

  • A food critic with extensive knowledge of culinary arts. (correct)
  • A financial analyst adept at managing investments.
  • A software engineer proficient in coding algorithms.
  • A construction worker skilled in building bridges.

Which of the following demonstrates the act of 'discerning'?

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Which home renovation project would best be described as 'embellishing'?

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In which scenario is the word 'execute' used in the context of performing or carrying out a task?

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Which of the following situations 'exemplifies' the concept of perseverance?

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Which artwork would most likely be described as 'grotesque'?

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A historical site is considered 'hallowed' because it is:

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Which action best represents the meaning of 'impersonate'?

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Which of these actions could be described as 'malevolent'?

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Which architectural style is most likely to be described as 'ornate'?

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Which theme is most associated with a 'pastoral' setting?

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What situation would be described as 'precarious'?

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Which achievement would likely bring a person 'renown'?

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How does one 'augment' their understanding of a complex topic?

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Which action does NOT align with a 'benign' approach to problem-solving?

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In the context of art restoration, what action would a 'connoisseur' likely undertake?

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Which scenario requires one to 'discern' fact from fiction?

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Which activity could be considered 'malevolent' in the context of online interactions?

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Flashcards

Augment

To increase in size, amount, or degree.

Benign

Kind, gracious, gentle or favorable, not threatening.

Connoisseur

A person with extensive knowledge, especially of the fine arts; a person of refined taste.

Discern

To detect with the eyes, understand, or recognize as separate or different.

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Embellish

To make beautiful by adding decorative elements or fictitious details.

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Execute

To carry out, create, or put to death as a legal penalty.

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Exemplify

To illustrate by being an example of.

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Grotesque

So distorted or strange as to appear bizarre or comical.

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Hallowed

Greatly respected; holy; sacred.

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Impersonate

To assume the character or appearance of; to mimic.

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Malevolent

Showing ill will or hatred; producing harm or evil.

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Ornate

Heavily and elaborately decorated.

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Pastoral

Having to do with shepherds and herders or relating to country life.

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Precarious

Not safe or secure; dangerously uncertain.

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Renown

Fame; honor.

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Study Notes

  • These notes cover vocabulary from Lesson 15.

augment

  • To increase in size, amount, or degree.

benign

  • Kind, gracious, gentle.
  • Favorable, not threatening.

connoisseur

  • A person with extensive knowledge, especially of the fine arts.
  • A person of refined taste.

discern

  • To detect with the eyes.
  • To understand or comprehend.
  • To recognize as separate or different.
  • Discerning (adj) means having good judgment or being perceptive.

embellish

  • To make beautiful by adding decorative elements.
  • To add fictitious details to.

execute

  • To carry out or perform something.
  • To create as a work of art.
  • To put to death as a legal penalty.

exemplify

  • To illustrate by being an example of something.

grotesque

  • Distorted or strange in a way that appears bizarre or comical.

hallowed

  • Greatly respected, holy, or sacred.

impersonate

  • To assume the character or appearance of someone.
  • To mimic someone.

malevolent

  • Showing ill will or hatred; producing harm or evil.
  • Malevolence (n) refers to a feeling or expression of ill will.

ornate

  • Heavily and elaborately decorated.

pastoral

  • Having to do with shepherds and herders.
  • Relating to country life, often presented as charmingly simple.

precarious

  • Not safe or secure; dangerously uncertain.

renown

  • Fame or honor.
  • Renowned (adj) means famous or honored.

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