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Which scenario best exemplifies the meaning of 'atone'?
Which scenario best exemplifies the meaning of 'atone'?
- Offering a sincere apology without taking further action.
- Ignoring a mistake to avoid confrontation.
- Celebrating a success without acknowledging previous failures.
- Making reparations for a wrongdoing. (correct)
Which of the following situations best illustrate 'conspicuous' behavior?
Which of the following situations best illustrate 'conspicuous' behavior?
- Quietly observing a meeting without participating
- Wearing a brightly colored outfit to a formal event (correct)
- Blending in with a crowd by wearing similar clothing
- Whispering a secret to a friend in a crowded room
A company is experiencing a 'deluge' of customer complaints after a product malfunction. What does this imply?
A company is experiencing a 'deluge' of customer complaints after a product malfunction. What does this imply?
- A complete lack of feedback from customers.
- An overwhelming number of customers reporting issues. (correct)
- A gradual increase in positive reviews.
- A small but significant number of complaints.
In a negotiation, two parties hold 'disparate' views on the core issue. What does this suggest about their perspectives?
In a negotiation, two parties hold 'disparate' views on the core issue. What does this suggest about their perspectives?
A detective is described as 'discerning' during an investigation. What qualities would the detective likely possess?
A detective is described as 'discerning' during an investigation. What qualities would the detective likely possess?
A restaurant critic describes the chef's signature dish as 'ethereal'. What does this suggest about the dish?
A restaurant critic describes the chef's signature dish as 'ethereal'. What does this suggest about the dish?
During a heated debate, one participant begins to 'gesticulate' wildly. What does this imply about their communication style?
During a heated debate, one participant begins to 'gesticulate' wildly. What does this imply about their communication style?
The tension in the room was 'palpable' as the jury delivered the verdict. What does this suggest about the atmosphere?
The tension in the room was 'palpable' as the jury delivered the verdict. What does this suggest about the atmosphere?
After the scandal broke, the company offered 'restitution' to those affected. What does this entail?
After the scandal broke, the company offered 'restitution' to those affected. What does this entail?
A government official known as a 'skeptic' approaches a groundbreaking, new energy proposal. What is most likely true of that government official?
A government official known as a 'skeptic' approaches a groundbreaking, new energy proposal. What is most likely true of that government official?
Flashcards
Amble
Amble
Walk or move at a slow, relaxed pace.
Atone
Atone
To make amends or reparation for a wrong.
Caustic
Caustic
Sarcastic in a scathing and bitter way.
Conspicuous
Conspicuous
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De facto
De facto
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Deluge
Deluge
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Dubious
Dubious
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Ethereal
Ethereal
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Gesticulate
Gesticulate
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Lament
Lament
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Study Notes
- Amble means to walk or move at a slow, relaxed pace.
- Atone means to make amends or reparation.
- Avail means to help or benefit.
- Caustic means sarcastic in a scathing and bitter way.
- Conspicuous means standing out so as to be clearly visible.
- Decrepit means elderly and infirm.
- De facto means in fact.
- Deluge means to inundate with a great quantity of something.
- Disparate means essentially different in kind; not allowing comparison.
- Discerning means having or showing good judgement.
- Dubious means hesitating or doubting.
- Ethereal means extremely delicate and light in a way that seems too perfect for this world.
- Gesticulate means to use gestures, especially dramatic ones, instead of speaking or to emphasize one's words.
- Inconspicuously means not clearly visible or attracting attention.
- Lament means a passionate expression of grief or sorrow.
- Mete means to dispense or allot justice, a punishment, or harsh treatment.
- Palpable refers to a feeling or atmosphere so intense as to seem almost tangible.
- Pretense is an attempt to make something that is not the case appear true.
- Proliferate means to increase rapidly in numbers; multiply.
- Raucous means making or constituting a disturbingly harsh and loud noise.
- Restitution is the restoration of something lost or stolen.
- Retribution means punishment inflicted on someone as vengeance for a wrong or criminal act.
- Sanctuary is a place of refuge or safety.
- Scrutinize means to examine or inspect closely and thoroughly.
- Skeptic is a person inclined to question or doubt accepted opinions.
- Sullen means bad-tempered and sulky.
- Tirade is a long, angry speech of criticism or accusation.
- Vagabond is a person who wanders from place to place without a home or job.
- Virtuoso is a person highly skilled in music or another artistic pursuit.
- Vital means absolutely necessary or important.
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