Week 1 and 2 Vocabulary, EB Academics List C

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What is the definition of 'aficionado'?

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An expert fan or enthusiast.

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What does 'incomprehensible' mean?

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When something is not able to be understood.

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Use 'stupefy' in a sentence related to a game show.

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The question on the game show seemed to stupefy all of the contestants as none knew the answer.

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What does 'unscrupulous' mean in the context of con artists?

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Unscrupulous con artists try to trick people into giving money towards a fake cause.

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How might the concept of comfort differ for foreigners in Thailand?

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The thought of how people can sleep comfortably on a floor mat in Thailand is incomprehensible to foreigners.

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What is a synonym for 'aficionado'?

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Enthusiast.

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Provide an example of something that might be considered 'incomprehensible'.

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Complex scientific theories can be incomprehensible to those without a background in science.

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What is the opposite of 'unscrupulous'?

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Scrupulous, meaning having moral integrity.

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In what context might 'stupefy' be used outside of a game show?

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A difficult math problem might stupefy students who haven't studied the material.

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What is the significance of understanding the term 'incomprehensible' in communication?

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It highlights the importance of clarity and the potential barriers to understanding.