Vocabulary Quiz on Abstain and Acclimate

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What does it mean to 'abstain from' something?

To vote against something actively

To learn about something in depth

To refrain or hold back from doing something (correct)

To engage in and support something

Which scenario best illustrates the use of 'acclimate'?

A tourist adjusting to a new culture (correct)

A person attending a wedding ceremony

A student struggling with homework

An athlete preparing for a competition

What does 'accuse' imply in a legal context?

To agree with someone's opinion

To praise someone's actions

To charge someone with a wrongdoing (correct)

To provide evidence of innocence

What does 'access to' imply?

The right to use or benefit from something Signup and view all the answers

In which of the following examples is 'accompanied by' correctly used?

The event was accompanied by loud music. Signup and view all the answers

When is the term 'accord to' typically used?

To give or grant something to someone Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of 'according to'?

According to the rules, you must register. Signup and view all the answers

What can restrict someone from using a resource?

Limited permissions or rights Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to 'account for' something in a business context?

To provide justification and consider all factors related to it. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best defines what it means to 'adhere to' rules?

To stick to or follow established rules or principles. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'anxious for' imply regarding personal feelings?

To feel a strong desire or eagerness for something to occur. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the concept of 'bias against'?

A preference for a certain group that leads to unfair treatment of another. Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to 'comply with' an established rule?

To follow the guidelines without exception. Signup and view all the answers

In what context is the term 'attached to' commonly used?

To indicate a connection or fastening to something. Signup and view all the answers

When someone 'boasts of' their achievements, what does this typically mean?

They are proudly sharing their successes. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'confide in' someone suggest about a relationship?

It reflects a deeper level of trust and openness. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes 'commit to' in a personal context?

To dedicate oneself to a cause or goal. Signup and view all the answers

How is 'contrary to' usually used in a sentence?

To contradict a statement or belief. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'compose of' mean when referring to a team?

To indicate that various parts work together as a whole. Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to 'appear before' someone in a formal context?

To present oneself for explanation or inquiry. Signup and view all the answers

Which of these demonstrates the meaning of 'attribute to'?

To link certain qualities to specific causes. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'compare with' suggest in analyzing situations?

To evaluate similarities or differences. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Abstain From

To refrain or hold back from doing something to maintain good health
Example: He had to abstain from smoking and drinking alcohol.
Many choose to abstain from voting when they feel their voices won't be heard.
Doctors often recommend that patients abstain from sugary foods for better health.

Acclimate Eyes To

To get used to a new environment or situation
Example: Travelers often find it challenging to acclimate eyes to the high altitude of the mountains
Students quickly acclimate eyes to the demands of university life and independent study
New employees need time to acclimatize to the company's work culture and prospects.

Accused Of

To charge someone with a wrongdoing
Example: The defendant was accused of theft by multiple witnesses during the trial last week.
The journalist was accused of bias in her reporting by those who disagreed with her views.
They accused him of dishonesty and corruption following the financial scandal at his company.

Access To

The right to use or benefit from something
Example: Having access to reliable internet is essential for remote work and online learning.
The library card grants access to a vast collection of digital and physical paperwork.
The project team needs access to confidential data to complete their analysis accurately.

Accompanied By

To go along with or be present with someone
Example: The storm was accompanied by strong winds and heavy rainfall throughout the night.
The delicious meal was accompanied by a selection of five wines from the local vineyard.
The singer's performance was beautifully accompanied by a gifted pianist on the grand stage.

Accord To

To give or grant something to someone
Example: We must accord to the terms outlined in the agreement to avoid any legitimate disputes
The project was completed on time accord to the strict deadlines imposed by management.
Teachers are expected to accord to the new curriculum guidelines set by the education board.

According To

As stated by or in agreement with
Example: According to the weather forecast, there will be heavy snowfall over the weekend.
The meeting will start promptly at 10:00 a.m. according to the schedule.

Account For

To provide a reason or justification for something.
To consider all potential risks before launching a new business.
To consider potential delays when planning large-scale events or projects.
To record every transaction made during a specific period.

Acquainted With

To have knowledge or experience of something.
To have a relationship with someone, usually built over time.
To learn about something, like a city's history, through experience or research.

Adhere to

To stick to or follow a rule, guideline, or principle.
To obey rules or regulations.

Adjacent to

Situated next to or very near to something.

Affection for

A feeling of fondness or liking towards something.
A deep emotional connection with someone or something.

Afraid of

To feel fear or apprehension about something.

Agree with

To be in accordance with something.

Argue with

To engage in a verbal disagreement or debate.

Aim at

To direct one's efforts towards achieving a goal.

Admit to

To confess or acknowledge something.

Akin to

Similar in nature or character to something.

Align with

Collaboration with something or someone.

Ambition for

A strong desire or goal to achieve something.

Analogy between

A comparison between two things and their similarities.

Angry at

To feel strong displeasure or resentment towards something.

Answer to

To be accountable to someone or for something.

Anxious for

Feeling worried or eager for something to happen.

Apathy towards

Lack of interest or enthusiasm for something.

Apologize for

To express regret for a mistake or wrongdoing.

Apply for

To make a formal request or application.

Appear before

To present oneself in front of someone.

Argue about

To engage in a debate or dispute over an issue.

Ashamed of

Feeling embarrassed or guilty about something.

Ask about

To inquire or seek information about something.

Aspiration for

A strong desire or ambition to achieve something.

Associated with

Connected or related to something or someone.

Attribute to

To regard something as being caused by someone.

Attached to

To fasten or connect something to something else.

Ask for

To request or seek something.

Authority over

The power or right to control and command.

Aware of

Having knowledge or perception of a situation.

Based on

Grounded upon a particular idea, principle, or fact.

Belong to

To be a member or part of a group or category.

Believe in

To have faith in a truth or existence of something.

Bias against

An inclination against someone or something.

Blind to

Unwilling to see or acknowledge something.

Boast of

To talk with pride and self-satisfaction.

Borrow from

To take something from someone temporarily.

Burst into

To suddenly begin to do like laughing, crying, or arguing.

Capacity for

The ability or power to do and understand something.

Cling to

To hold on tightly or to be emotionally dependent on something.

Charge against

An accusation or allegation made against someone.

Compare with

To examine the similarities or differences between things.

Commit to

To dedicate oneself to a cause or activity.

Comment on

To express an opinion or information about something.

Compensate for

To make up for a deficiency or loss.

Complain against

To express dissatisfaction about something.

Comply with

To act inconcordance with a rule or order.

Composed of

Consisting of various parts or elements.

Concentrate on

To focus all one's attention or mental effort on something.

Concur with

To be in harmony with someone or something.

Condemn to

To declare someone guilty and give a punishment.

Conducive to

Making a certain situation or outcome likely or possible.

Confiding to

To trust someone enough to tell them a secret.

Confuse with

To make a mistake or to cause bewilderment.

Consist of

To be made up or formed from specific components.

Consistent with

In agreement or harmony with something.

Contrary to

Opposite or in conflict with something.

Contrast with

To compare in order to show differences.

Control over

The power to influence or direct people or events.

Cope with

To manage or handle a difficult situation.

Correspond with

To be in agreement or alignment with something.

Crave for

To have an intense desire or longing for something.

Connection between

A link or relationship between two or more things.

Cooperate with

To work jointly with others for a common purpose.

Deal with

To handle or manage a situation, problem, or task.

Defend against

To protect from damage or attack.

Demand for

The desire for a particular good or service.

Depend upon

To be Reliant upon something or someone.

Deprive of

To take something away from someone.

Desire for

A strong feeling of wanting or wishing for something.

Detach from

To separate or disconnect from something.

Detrimental to

Causing harm or damage to something.

Deviate from

Depart from an established course or norm.

Differ from

To be unlike or distinct from something or someone.

Distinguish between

To identify differences between two or more things.

Disappointed at

Feeling let down or unhappy about something.

Divide into

To separate or split into parts or sections.

Exposed to

To uncover or allow to be in the open air.

Expert at

Highly skilled or knowledgeable in a particular area.

Excuse from

To release someone from a duty or obligation.

Exclude from

To prevent something from being part of a group.

Exhausted with

Feeling extremely tired or worn out from something.

Eager for

Having a keen desire or enthusiasm for something.

Eligible for

Qualified or entitled to be chosen for something.

Emerge from

To be revealed from a place or situation.

Engaged in

Actively involved or participating in an activity.

Exception to

A person or thing that is excluded from a general rule.

Exempt from

To be free from an obligation imposed on others.

Famous for

Widely known or recognized for a particular reason.

Feed on

To obtain nourishment or sustain oneself by eating something.

Fond of

Having an affection or liking for something or someone.

Genius for

Exceptional talent or skill in a particular area.

Hanker after

To have a strong desire or yearning for something.

Hope for

To wish for or expect a positive outcome.

Identical with

Exactly the same as something else.

Indebted to

Owing gratitude or thanks to someone.

Indifferent to

Having no particular interest or concern for something.

Indulge in

To allow oneself to enjoy or partake in something.

Inferior to

Lower in quality or status compared to something else.

Inquire into

To investigate or look into a matter.

Long for

To have a strong desire or yearning for something.

Look after

To take care of or be responsible for something.

Noted for

Known or recognized for a particular quality or achievement.

Point out

To bring attention to or indicate something specific.

Relevant to

Applicable to a particular subject or matter.

Remedy for

A solution or cure for a problem or ailment.

Recover from

To return to a normal state after an illness or injury.

Similar to

Having a resemblance to something or someone.

Suffer from

To experience pain, distress, or difficulty.

Take after

To show similarity to a family member.

Wish for

To hope for something to happen or to be true.

Worry about

To feel anxious or concerned about something.

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