Flashcard #3

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amicable

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feeling friendly; demonstrating goodwill.

• Sentence: The two nations reached an amicable agreement to avoid further disputes.

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amorphous

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lacking definite form, shapeless

Sentence: The cloud of smoke was amorphous, constantly shifting in shape.

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amplify

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to make bigger and stronger; increase or extend

Sentence: The speaker used visuals to amplify the effectiveness of his presentation.

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analogy

Back

a likeness in some ways between between things that are otherwise not alike

Sentence: The teacher used an analogy, comparing the brain to a computer, to explain how memory works.

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apathetic

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feeling emotionless , disinterested

Sentence: The students were apathetic about the school event, showing no enthusiasm to participate.

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arid

Back

dry, barren

Sentence: The desert's arid climate makes it difficult for most plants to grow.

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arrogant

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full of or due to undeserved pride and self-importance

Sentence: His arrogant attitude alienated many of his colleagues, who found him overconfident.

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ascribe

Back

credit or to blame something on a specific cause

Sentence: She ascribed her success to years of hard work and perseverance.

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assert

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to declare, affirm

Sentence: The lawyer asserted his client’s innocence in court.

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assess

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to estimate value of something

Sentence: The teacher will assess the students’ essays based on creativity and clarity.