English vocabulary note week 12

1.       devote

Definition: dedicate, give, offer

For example: He is determined to devote his life to science.

2.       digest

Definition: publication, journal, magazine

For example: Humans cannot digest plants such as grass.

3.       distinct

Definition: separate, different, dissimilar

For example: The lighthouse beam was quite distinct in the gathering dusk.

4.       enable

Definition: allow, permit, empower

For example: Only teamwork will enable us to get the job done on time.

5.       jaw

Definition: jowl, mouth, chin

For example: Patsy had to clench her jaw to suppress her anger.

6.       mate

Definition: friend, pal, buddy

For example: Kathy is a great mate, we are like sisters.

7.       nutritional

Definition: of or relating to or providing nutrition

For example: A diet lacking in nutritional value will not keep a person healthy.

8.       profound

Definition: deep, thoughtful, reflective

For example: It's a quite profound story, with powerful religious overtones.

9.       shift

Definition: change, move, swing

For example: The night shift should have been safely down the mine long ago.

10.  approach

Definition: method, tactic, line

For example: At their approach the little boy scurried away and hid.

11.  coat

Definition: fur, wool, fleece

For example: The front door needs a new coat of paint.

12.  enhance

Definition: increase, improve, augment

For example: The forest will enhance the attractiveness of the region.

13.  flame

Definition: blaze, flare, spark

For example: The water was heated by a naked gas flame.

14.  gather

Definition: fold, pleat, pucker

For example: I gather his report is highly critical of the trial judge.

15.  pityingly

Definition: in a compassionate manner

For example: The nurse looked at him pityingly.

16.  scent

Definition: a distinctive odor that is pleasant

For example: Scent your drawers and wardrobe with your favorite aromas.

17.  slide

Definition: photo, shot, glide

For example: The company had let environmental standards slide.

18.  stay

Definition: continuing or remaining in a place or state

For example: Mommy, you don't need to stay while we talk.

19.  stem

Definition: twig, branch, stop

For example: He chewed the stem of his pipe and eyed her skeptically.

20.  stroke

Definition: hit, blow, knock

For example: I never did a stroke of work at college.

21.  terrace

Definition: walkaway, porch, patio

For example: There is an inviting restaurant with an outdoor terrace.

22. thrill

Definition: delight, ecstasy, joy

For example: The thrill wears off after a few years of marriage.

23.  antique

Definition: old, traditional, aged

For example: Windsor Castle is quite literally an antique treasure trove.

24.  captivating

Definition: charming, attractive, appealing

For example: He found her captivating.

25.  circuit

Definition: tour, trip, journey

For example: The fire was started by an electrical short-circuit.