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What does the term 'relegated' refer to?
Which word describes a person who is eager to fight or argue?
How would one describe a person showing unstable or irrational behavior?
What does 'turning up the heat' signify in a situation?
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What does 'invective' describe?
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What does it mean if something has been 'supplanted'?
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What does it mean if someone is described as timid?
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What is the meaning of the term 'rallies' in a social context?
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What does the term 'fulminating' signify when used in a speech?
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In what context would one 'sharpen the tone' of their feedback?
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What does it mean if a project is described as having been bungled?
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Study Notes
Words and Phrases
- Disrepute refers to a loss of reputation, respect, or trust.
- Relegated signifies being assigned to a lower position or status.
- Ash bin of history is a metaphor used to describe ideas, events, or people that have become unimportant or forgotten.
- Combative describes someone who is eager to fight or argue.
- Mentally impaired refers to a condition affecting cognitive function and impacting learning, communication, or social interaction.
- Mentally unhinged characterizes someone exhibiting unstable or irrational behaviors often associated with mental illness.
- Refined implies having or demonstrating good taste, manners, or sophistication.
- Invective refers to insulting, abusive, or strongly critical language.
- Supplanted signifies replacing or displacing something with something newer or superior.
- Bungled implies carrying out a task clumsily or ineptly.
- Riff can refer to a repeated musical phrase or a witty remark.
- Intensifying describes something becoming stronger or more extreme.
- Timid characterizes someone lacking courage or confidence.
- Turning up the heat means increasing pressure or intensity in a situation.
- Sharpen the tone involves making communication more direct, critical, or serious.
- Rallies are gatherings of people for a common cause, often political or social.
- Fulminating describes strong opinions or denunciations expressed with forceful emotion.
Disrepute
- Loss of reputation or respect
- Example: Political scandal leading to a loss of respect from constituents
Refined
- A synonym for sophisticated, elegant, or polished.
- Example: A refined palate enjoys subtle flavors and complex dishes
Bungled
- Carried out clumsily or ineptly; mishandled.
- Example: Project failure due to poor planning and communication
Riff
- A witty or clever remark
- Example: A quick, unexpected joke or observation
Intensifying
- Becoming stronger or more extreme
- Example: A storm becoming more powerful, with increased wind speeds
Timid
- Lacking courage or confidence; shy
- Example: A child hesitant to speak up in class
Sharpen the Tone
- To make the manner of speaking more direct, critical, or serious
- Example: Expressing concerns more forcefully to convey the urgency of a situation
Rallies
- Gatherings of people for a common purpose, often political or social causes.
- Example: Community gatherings to raise awareness about climate change
Fulminating
- Expressing strong opinions or protests; denouncing something forcefully.
- Example: A passionate and critical speech against a new policy
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Description
Test your knowledge of advanced vocabulary with this quiz focusing on nuanced words and phrases. Each term is defined and exemplifies its usage in various contexts. Perfect for language enthusiasts and students looking to enhance their verbal skills.
