Michelle TOEFL Vocabulary 21 November

The story was so ___ that I couldn't put the book down—it was truly interesting and engaging.

The ancient ruins have been standing for ___, or thousands of years, showing the lasting power of these old civilizations.

The philosopher's ideas were ___, dealing with abstract concepts like existence and the nature of reality.

1. She has an ___ for animals, meaning she feels a natural connection and love for them.

After the heavy rains, the streets were ___ with water, making it hard for cars to pass through.

The artist arranged the flowers ___, making sure they looked beautiful and balanced.

The teacher ___ the instructions clearly so that every student understood what to do.

1. The chef added ___ and saffron to the dish, giving it a bright yellow color and a unique flavor.

The house had several ___, like doors that led nowhere and oddly shaped windows, making it quite unusual.

1. He has a ___ to forget his homework, meaning he often leaves it at home.