SuRef-特指词词表（Revised GRE Issue）（小姜老师发布）

Saving My Revised GRE Issue GRE Issue(Manuscript under Review) Copy Right 2012 by James Jiang.
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General and specific words
doctor
Ability []
capability potential resource aptitude competence expertise facility faculty genius intelligence proficiency qualification strength talent
have an inner strength to take on a tough job has a real talent for painting
Action []
deed effort endeavor enterprise exploit performance undertaking
Ability
Action
good deeds Despite the doctors efforts, the patient died. an endeavor to create a lasting peace The show is a huge enterprise. the young explorers exploits a faultless performance Holding the Olympic Games is a massive undertaking.
have the capability to produce nuclear weapons help each child fulfill his or her potential Demand for many nonrenewable resources is still growing. have an aptitude for mathematics The teacher was dismissed for incompetence. technical/medical/legal expertise The phone is equipped with a callback facility be in full possession of ones faculties a man of genius a child of average intelligence a students proficiency in math have the right qualifications to become a
Admit []
confess acknowledge concede declare
Admit
Saving My Revised GRE Issue GRE Issue(Manuscript under Review) Copy Right 2012 by James Jiang. All Rights Reserved Authorized and printed at Toronto, Canada, June 2012
grant recognize
His lawyers convinced the jury that Booth was innocent. efforts to dissuade teenagers from drinking lobby a bill through the Senate lure him into a trap We eventually persuaded Mark to come with us. Keiths mother tried to discourage him from joining the navy. My father warned us to keep out of trouble. Dont do anything without consulting with your lawyer. As soon as we suspected it was a bomb, we alerted the police. Firefighters coaxed the man down. I might be willing to prevail upon the committee to reconsider its decision. I dont want to influence your decision. She cajoled him into helping.
Smith confessed to the shootings after his arrest. It is acknowledged as the finest restaurant in London. She reluctantly conceded that I was right. Her declared ambition is to become a politician. I grant you she's a clever woman, but I wouldn't want to work for her. Its important to recognize that stress can affect your health.
Advice []
propose suggest recommend convince dissuade lobby lure persuade discourage warn consult alert coax prevail upon influence cajole
Allow []
permit approve authorize prohibit forbid sanction denounce ban condone endorse proscribe bar ratify
Advice
Allow
The proposed tax cuts should help to stimulate the economy. Gina Reeds name has been suggested for the job. He recommended investing in stocks and bonds.
The consumption of alcohol is not permitted on campus.
Her parents disapproved of her boyfriend. No one authorized you to sign this. The law prohibits discrimination against handicapped persons. This area is forbidden to everyone but the police. The UN refused to sanction the use of force. The bishop denounced the film as immoral. The countrys government has banned foreign journalists from the area. I cannot condone the use of violence. The principal endorsed the recommendations. The laws proscribe child labor. During the drought, residents were barred from watering their lawns. Both sides are willing to ratify the treaty.
Bad []
nasty unkind horrible unpleasant hopeless appalling horrific unsatisfactory below standard second rate inferior intolerable disgusting foul revolting catastrophic tragic abusive thoughtless vicious malicious
Bad
Appear []
reveal emerge loom occur spring up surface materialize
Their neighbors were really nasty. She never says an unkind word. The weather was horrible. an unpleasant surprise the hopeless poverty of the inner cities animals kept in appalling conditions a horrific plane crash Your work is unsatisfactory/ below standard. a second/third rate movie make me feel inferior The heat was barely intolerable The way he treats her is disgusting. in a foul mood/ temper a revolting stench
Appear
The company has not revealed the name of the prospective buyer. The sun emerged from behind the clouds. Fear of failure loomed large in his mind. Earthquakes occur without any warning signs. All along the railroad, new towns sprang up. Rumors have begun to surface in the press. A man materialized from the shadows.
catastrophic floods tragic death in a plane crash her husbands abusive tyranny a thoughtless remark a vicious rumor malicious gossip
Begin initiate originate set about set off establish commence embark on launch pioneer precipitate take the initiative trigger off
Beautiful []
eye-catching presentable attractive appealing glamorous tempting seductive striking noticeable good-looking nice-looking stunning gorgeous
The bank has recently initiated new security procedures. The custom of having a Christmas tree originated in Germany. set about improving his English In the 1980s, the two countries established trade relations. The trial commenced with the testimony of the first witness. embarked on a new career as a teacher The movie launched his acting career. a hospital pioneering a new type of surgery The Presidents death precipitated a political crisis. take the initiative and solve the problem Heavy rain may trigger (off) mudslides
Beautiful
an eye-catching design Do I look presentable? an appealing smile a glamorous lifestyle a tempting offer a seductive job offer a man with a striking face Theres been a noticeable improvement in your work. You look stunning in that dress. You look gorgeous!
Beneficial []
advantageous constructive favorable healthy nourishing
Beneficial
Begin []
nutritious profitable rewarding salutary wholesome
He regarded her critics as ignorant and prejudiced. I find his racist views totally repugnant. It is sexist to say that women are less intelligent than men. an unjust accusation
Researchers may find it advantageous to talk to experts in the field. constructive criticism of students essays Try to make a favorable impression. Healthy and delicious food a nourishing/nutritious meal The company has had a profitable year. a rewarding job It was a salutary lesson to see the whole team so easily defeated.
Break []
split crack collapse wreck destruct ruin vandalize sabotage destroy smash crush shatter demolish
Break
wholesome advice
Biased []
distorted influenced partial partisan prejudiced racist sexist unjust
split the check a spy who never cracked under questioning The countrys economy is on the edge of collapse He misjudged the turn and wrecked his car. weapons of mass destruction The country might plunge into the abyss of economic ruin. The scandal has ruined his credibility as a leader. The church property had been vandalized. Outside forces are trying to sabotage the Middle East peace process. We need to tap the countrys natural resources without destroying the environment.
Biased
The announcement was so distorted that I couldn't understand what was said. It's clear that her painting has been influenced by Picasso. The referee was accused of being partial towards the home team. You must listen to both points of view and try not to be partisan.
Angry crowds smashed windows downtown. Two workers were crushed to death when a building collapsed. A knee injury shattered his hopes of becoming a baseball player. Several houses were demolished to make space for a new park.
reform revise tailor transform
It takes many months to acclimatize life in a tropical climate. These plants are able to adapt themselves to desert conditions. It took a few seconds for her eyes to adjust to the darkness. The discovery of penicillin altered the course of medical history. The act was amended to protect wildlife. modify the plan We rearranged the furniture in the living room. The plans to reform the health care system are controversial. Plans for the building are being revised. The music class is tailored to children. transform the country into a democracy
Chance []
coincidence destiny fortune misfortune prospect likelihood
Chance
By sheer/pure coincidence, he was seated next to his ex-wife. a nation fighting to control its destiny I had the good fortune to be chosen for a trip abroad. We had the misfortune of being in an airport when the snowstorm hit. a company with good prospects for growth In all likelihood the meeting will be cancelled.
Common []
accepted universal average conventional habitual prevalent typical widespread
Change []
acclimatize adapt adjust alter amend modify rearrange
Common
be officially accepted Nuclear energy was seen as a universal panacea for all our energy problems.
Change
The temperature has been above the average recently. Acupuncture is one conventional medicine. a habitual smoker The disease is more prevalent among young people. a typical house in a residential neighborhood the widespread use of illegal drugs alternative to
create generate incite kindle provoke trigger
Her behavior aroused the suspicions of the police. create more jobs Wind power is used to generate electricity One man was jailed for inciting a riot. kindle excitement/interest The presidents speech provoked criticism from Democrats. Peanuts can trigger an allergic reaction in some people.
Cause []
motivation motive origin root source stimulus inspiration
Cause
Comfortable []
cozy relaxing roomy affluent agreeable homely luxurious prosperous restful serene well-off
What was the motivation behind his actions? The people began to question the motives of their leaders. He never forgot his humble origins. The root of the problem is money. Is that well the source of all the cases of infection? The budget package will give a stimulus to the economy. Her hard work and imagination should be an inspiration to everyone. a cozy cabin in the woods Knitting is a relaxing diversion. a roomy car the affluent society a solution thats agreeable to both parties a homely atmosphere
Comfortable
Cause []
Cause arouse
a luxurious hotel point the way to a more prosperous future a restful weekend In spite of the panic, she remained serene and in control. Stellas family is well-off.
artistic fertile imaginative inspired inventive original productive resourceful talented
available handy labor-saving nearby opportune suitable timely
Creative []
We want a low-cost health care system that is accessible to every citizen. The database in the library is available to anyone. You should always keep a first aid kit handy. a nearby farm an opportune moment/time/place A movie may include parts that are not suitable for young children. a timely decision
Creative
an artistic temperament fertile imagination/mind an imaginative writer an inspired leader an inventive cook Steve comes up with a lot of original ideas. Some workers become more/less productive under this system. a resourceful leader His coach saw that he was a talented young player.
Dangerous []
alarming hazardous insecure menacing perilous reckless risky treacherous violent destructive harmful noxious toxic
Dangerous
Convenient []
Convenient accessible
an alarming increase in violent crime A carcinogenic substance is, by definition, hazardous to humans. Children often behave badly when they feel
insecure. a menacing laugh a perilous journey reckless driving Investing in the stock market is risky business That ice is treacherous (ie not as strong or thick as it looks). The protests turned violent. the destructive force of the storm the harmful effects of smoking a noxious gas Toxic waste is polluting the air /ocean /environment.
have mixed feelings a varied diet The two businesses have compatible aims, and they may eventually merge contact with the opposite sex contradictory statements/ reports traffic moving in contrary directions We have heard many conflicting opinions on the subject.
Decrease or reduce []
abate curtail lessen lower decline diminish shrink subside wane minimize narrow dwindle soothe alleviate palliate plummet
Different []
various disparate assorted dissimilar diverse mixed varied compatible opposite contradictory contrary conflicting Decrease or Reduce
Different
Public anger does not appear to be abating. new laws to curtail immigration A low-fat diet can lessen the risk of heart disease. Please lower your voice a precipitous drop/decline in property values The shows audience has slowly diminished. Profits have been shrinking over the last year.
Children go through various stages of development. The five experiments gave quite disparate results. a box of assorted cookies These fish are quite dissimilar to those found in the deep ocean. The U.S. is a culturally diverse nation.
The storm subsided around dawn. My enthusiasm for the project was waning. To minimize the risk of getting heart disease, eat well and exercise daily. The police have narrowed down their list of suspects. Their ten-point lead has dwindled now to only four points. A hot bath will soothe aching muscles. Sitting in a warm bath may alleviate the discomfort. Can acupuncture difficulties? palliate breathing
an exhausting trip Filmmaking can be a laborious process. rigorous safety checks Its been a tough few months, but Ill survive.
Disappear []
hide vanish fade disperse dissolve ebb melt away wane
House prices have plummeted.
Disappear
Difficult []
abstruse baffling complicated intricate arduous burdensome challenging demanding exhausting laborious rigorous tough
The trees hid the house from view. The ship vanished without a trace Their faces have faded from my memory now The police used tear gas to disperse the crowd. Dissolve the tablets in warm water. His courage slowly ebbed away. He began to exercise regularly, and the weight melted away. My enthusiasm for the project was waning.
Difficult
the abstruse regulations on saving for pensions a baffling crime an extremely complicated process an amazingly intricate structure a long and arduous trip a challenging new job Being a nurse is a demanding job.
Dislike
Dislike []
avoid disgust despise loathe resent detest
abhor shun
Duty []
allegiance faithfulness loyalty obedience obligation fidelity
Pauls been avoiding me all day. The use of torture must disgust any civilized person. She despised her neighbors. loathe the smell of fried fish I bitterly resent your criticism. I detest cigarettes. He abhors violence of any kind. She shuns publicity.
drawback handicap shortcoming hardship downside hindrance impediment Duty
pledge/swear allegiance to the Queen We all have a loyalty to the company. Obedience to authority is an essential part of their culture. You are under no obligation to answer these questions. fidelity to one's principles, religion, leader
Disadvantage []
Famous []
celebrated distinguished eminent legendary notable noted renowned notorious
Disadvantage
The great drawback to living on a main road is the constant noise. Not being able to speak Spanish was a real handicap. the shortcomings of the new law Many families were suffering economic hardship. I like the job, but the downside is that I have to get up at five to get to work. Students family problems can be a hindrance to their education. The current law is a major impediment to trade.
Famous
a celebrated actress, writer, pianist a distinguished scientist He is eminent both as a sculptor and as a portrait painter. legendary heroes a notable success, event, discovery a noted author
She was renowned for her beauty. He was notorious as a gambler and rake.
witness
acquire a good knowledge of English Police dug up the missing mans body from the yard. She encountered a lot of difficulties trying to get her article published. This sheds some light on the cause of the disease. Divers have located the shipwreck. recognize a tune, an old friend, a signal Subsequent investigations did not uncover any new evidence. unearth buried treasure The personality test reveals traits such as shyness or risk-taking. disclose details of the agreement During her lifetime, she had witnessed two world wars.
Few or Little []
inadequate limited rare scarce sparse sporadic uncommon modest
Few or Little
Both he and his wife work, but their wages are inadequate to lift the family out of poverty. Only a limited number of places is available. a rare book/ plant It was wartime and food was scarce. sporadic raids, gunfire, fighting Hurricanes are uncommon in England. a modest salary/ success/ income
Finish []
accomplish conclude finalize perfect terminate settle cease
Find []
Finish acquire dig up encounter light on locate recognize spot uncover unearth reveal disclose
a man who will never accomplish anything The study was concluded last month. Can we finalize the details tomorrow? She needs to perfect her Arabic before going to work in Cairo. terminate someones contract
Find
It's time you settled your dispute with him. By noon, the rain had ceased.
The money went to a charitable group/ organization/institution/trust. a considerate person/act/attitude a highly dependable employee a dutiful son His behavior has not been strictly ethical. an honest face remain loyal to one's principles an obedient child Reliable sources say the company is going bankrupt. a saintly way of life feel virtuous at/about having done the washing-up
Goal []
ambition aspiration intention objective purpose target
Goal
She seems determined to achieve all her ambitions. a young man with political aspirations She's keeping her intentions to herself. The companys main objective is to increase sales overseas. Getting rich seems to be her only purpose in life. It will take a lot of hard work to meet/achieve our target this year.
Good []
agreeable delightful fabulous marvelous outstanding remarkable satisfactory splendid superb suitable
Good []
charitable considerate dependable dutiful ethical honest loyal obedient reliable saintly trustworthy virtuous
Good
agreeable weather a delightful story for younger children You look fabulous! a marvelous opportunity an outstanding performance She is a truly remarkable woman. a satisfactory attempt/meal/book/piece of
Good
work a splendid sunset/house/victory The hotel was superb. This movie is suitable for children aged 12 and up.
fundamental momentous noteworthy primary principal strategic urgent
Have []
possess seize harbor grab confiscate boast retain reserve
Linda played negotiations.
central
role
in
the
Safety is our chief concern. Care for the elderly is essential in a civilized society. People are demanding a fundamental change in the political system. the momentous events of the past year a noteworthy performance by a young soloist The primary goal of the campaign was to win the next election. Oil is the countrys principal source of income. a strategic position/move Shes in urgent need of medical attention.
Have
They possess property all over the world. The army has seized power. harbor a grudge, suspicions, thoughts of revenge Shell grab for power when the time is ripe. If you are caught smuggling goods into the country, they will probably be confiscated. The new athletic center Olympic-sized swimming pool. The Republicans Congress. retained boasts control an
Inconvenient []
annoying bothersome cumbersome inopportune tiresome troublesome untimely problematic ill-timed
of
a parking space reserved for the disabled

Inconvenient
Important []
Important central chief essential
This interruption bothersome. is very annoying/
Getting a passport can be a cumbersome process. They arrived at an inopportune moment. Selling your house can be a tiresome business. an untimely arrival/remark/intervention Painkillers can be problematic combined with other medicines. an ill-timed announcement when
We must maximize profits. Our problems have multiplied since last year. In hospitals, high-tech machinery prolongs peoples lives. His words only strengthened her resolve to persevere. The group of onlookers soon swelled to a crowd. a dispute which has escalated into violence Global competition intensify. has continued to
Increase []
amplify augment boost enlarge expand extend lengthen magnify maximize multiply prolong strengthen swell escalate intensify
Influence []
affect impress strike control manipulate maneuver
Influence
Increase
Alcohol affects the perception mechanism of the brain. The sights of the city never fail to impress foreign tourists. The family was struck by yet another tragedy. a dictator who controlled the country for over 50 years He knew he was being manipulated, but felt powerless to protest. She maneuvered her friends into positions of power.
amplify the sound/electric current/signal augment one's income by writing reviews The win boosted the teams confidence. Enlarge your vocabulary by reading books. Our foreign trade has expanded greatly in recent years. The Department of Immigration is extending her visa by another six months. The days start to lengthen in March. A microscope magnifies the image so you can see the cells.
Information []

Information
announcement briefing data evidence intelligence statistics detail source reference
an engrossing story I found her fascinating. a highly/mildly/fairly amusing movie a most entertaining guest a humorous writer/remark a hilarious video a witty response pleasurable activities a charming man, village, song
The announcement panic. caused widespread
receive a thorough briefing Recent information has cast doubt on the evidence. intelligence on troop movements Statistics can be very misleading. We cant discuss the details because they are still under negotiation. Reliable sources say the company is going bankrupt. Ill keep a copy of the document for future reference.
Join affiliate enroll participate volunteer involve engage attach dedicate
Join []
Interesting []
appealing engrossing fascinating amusing entertaining humorous hilarious witty pleasurable charming
The College is affiliated to the University. the students enrolled in honors classes Thanks to everyone who participated in the festival. I volunteered for the job. To improve kids health, efforts should be made to involve them in sports activities. engage in regular exercise Ive dedicated my life to my work.
Interesting
The idea of a holiday abroad is certainly appealing.
Kill []

Kill
butcher decimate execute exterminate martyr massacre murder slaughter suicide
We had to abandon the car and walk the rest of the way. There have been persistent rumors that the chairman is going to quit. renounce a claim, title, right, privilege Joey was suspended from school.
Women and children were butchered by the rebels. a nation decimated by war He was executed for treason. exterminate rats to prevent the spread of disease He was martyred by the Romans. Government troops massacred hundreds of students. John Lennon was murdered in 1980. Hundreds of innocent civilians had been slaughtered by government troops. Her brother committed suicide last year.
Like []
admire appreciate delight in prefer welcome satisfy
Like
I admired her for having the courage to tell the truth. Mom really appreciated the flowers you sent. little boys who delight in scaring people She prefers walking to driving. We would welcome a change in the law. satisfy ones curiosity
Leave []
depart abscond resign abandon quit renounce suspend
Live []
exist flourish remain survive subsist feed on dwell inhabit occupy reside
Leave
We departed for London at 10 am. Two employees allegedly absconded with the money. His decision to resign created a furor.
Live
Wild birds exist on nuts, berries, and insects. The plants flourished in the warm sun. Only half the statue remains. Only one person survived the crash. The prisoners subsisted on rice and water. Cows feed on grass. Quit dwelling on the past. The forest is inhabited by bears and moose. The family have occupied the farm for many years. reside abroad
The area uses electricity produced by nuclear/solar/wind power. Who invented the light bulb? To stay popular, pop stars must often reinvent themselves. The crowded living conditions bred disease and crime. Some people believe poverty engenders crime. He later admitted that he had fabricated the whole story genetically engineered corn formulate a rule/policy/theory assemble the parts of a watch In the early 1900s, companies began to process food and distribute it using the railroads.
Make []
manufacture generate create construct produce invent reinvent breed engender fabricate engineer formulate assemble process
Many []
abundant countless numberless numerous various myriad
Make
Many
an abundant supply of fresh fruit I've told her countless times. numberless stars/bacteria data culled from various sources the myriad plants and animal species that live in the forest
I work for a company that manufactures aircraft engine parts. During replication, each strand of DNA generates a new strand. The only cure for unemployment is to make it easier for companies to invest and create new jobs. There are plans to construct a new library.
Necessary []
compulsory imperative indispensable inevitable mandatory obligatory requisite unavoidable
Students must try to be objective when doing an experiment. an unbiased observer
Necessary
New []
fresh unused contemporary current innovative latest modern novel original revolutionary up-to-date
compulsory military service It is imperative that we make a quick decision. The information he provided indispensable to our research. was
New
It was inevitable that someone would get hurt. mandatory safety inspections Attendance at school is obligatory. He lacked the requisite skills for the job. an unavoidable delay
make a fresh start an unused envelope a museum of contemporary art Sales for the current year are low an innovative approach to language teaching the latest version of the software Laser surgery is one of the marvels of modern medicine. a novel idea The original version of the song is much better. a revolutionary treatment for cancer Doctors must keep up-to-date with medical research.
Neutral []
detached disinterested impartial indifferent objective unbiased unprejudiced
Neutral
My father was always emotionally detached from the rest of us. a disinterested observer of the voting process A trial must have an impartial judge and jury. The industry seems environmental concerns. indifferent to
Obvious []

Obvious
blatant conspicuous evident notable perceptible recognizable self-evident visible
important historic sites Floppy disks have become obsolete. primitive living conditions an aged man Shes young, but shes very mature for her age. Miller had no previous criminal record. bygone days/age/era
blatant discrimination The notice must conspicuous place. be displayed in a
Opinion []
assessment attitude comment estimate perception judgment outlook viewpoint standpoint
Johns ability is evident in his grades. a notable success, event, discovery perceptible movements, sound She was barely recognizable as the girl I had known at school. a self-evident truth/statement/fact visible improvements/differences/changes
Opinion
Old []
ancient antique classic decaying historic obsolete primitive aged mature previous bygone
What is your assessment of the situation? What is your attitude to abortion? He made rude comments about her. This is an outside estimate of the price A childs perception of the world is not the same as an adults. Its still too early to make a judgment about the quality of her work. Nels has a very positive outlook on life. Lets look at this from a practical standpoint.
Old
ancient civilizations an antique table a classic book/movie the decaying downtown area

Oppose []
Oppose
challenge combat compete confront contradict counter defy disapprove obstruct resist rival withstand
community inhabitants population society public
crimes against humanity the darkest time in the history of humankind an invention that benefits mankind the citizens of Rome work for the good of the community the local inhabitants A mere 10% of the population voted in the last election. The U.S. is a multicultural society. the British public
We need to challenge perceptions of old age. many popular
More security at airports is part of the efforts to combat terrorism. Athletes from all over the world compete in the Olympics. They confronted the prisoner with his accusers. The two statements contradict each other. The minister countered his critics with a strong speech defending his policies. defy the Government/the law She wants to be an actress, but her parents disapprove of her intentions. obstruct the police in the course of their duty resist an enemy/attack a view rivaling anything the Alps can offer withstand attacks/pressure
Person []
adolescent toddler adult juvenile individual personage character
Person
adolescent boys/crises/attitudes These films are suitable for adults only. As a juvenile, he faces a maximum sentence of five years. the rights of an individual compared with those of society as a whole Political and royal personages from many countries attended the funeral. Dans a strange character.
People []
human beings humanity humankind mankind citizens
People
Place []
location position situation neighborhood region vicinity spot setting scene
The prison has recently initiated new security procedures. The organizer was familiar with the protocol of royal visits. marketing/business/development strategy aggressive sales tactics the Communist manifesto military discipline
Place
Power []
authority jurisdiction control order command sway dominion influence
a suitable location for new houses From his position on the cliff top, he had a good view of the harbor. get into/out of a difficult situation Theres very little crime in this neighborhood. The UN is attempting to break the deadlock in the region. The car was found in the vicinity of the bus station. The other car was right in my blind spot. The setting of the story the scene of the accident/crime We have the authority to search this building. The court has no jurisdiction over foreign diplomats living in this country. children who lack parental control The soldiers had been trained to obey/follow orders. He should not be given command of troops. Superstitious beliefs still hold sway in the country. be given dominion over peoples the influence of parents on their children
Power
Policy []
guideline procedure protocol strategy tactics manifesto discipline
Policy
Prove []

the guidelines for health and safety at work
Prove
ascertain attest confirm establish justify substantiate verify
Result []
consequence ending outcome product conclusion finale termination
ascertain the true facts The crowd of people waiting outside his door attests to this young stars popularity. Tests confirmed the books authenticity. We've established his innocence. Such action can be justified on the grounds of greater efficiency. The evidence failed to substantiate his claims. There was no way to verify his story.
Result
Her investment had disastrous consequences: she lost everything she owned. a story with a sad/happy ending We never dreamed there would be such a good outcome. the products of genius, arrive at a conclusion the grand finale of a Broadway musical the termination of one's contract
Progress []
advance breakthrough headway growth improvement
Right []
decent ethical honest just honorable lawful moral principled responsible virtuous accurate exact faultless suitable
Progress
advances in modern medicine Scientists have made an important breakthrough in the treatment of heart disease. They have made little headway in the peace talks. the rapid growth of plants, of hair, of inflation, of the economy Your English is getting better, but theres still room for improvement.
Right
a decent job/ man/ education The use of animals in scientific tests raises difficult ethical questions. an honest witness/businessman a just decision, law, solution, society an honorable person, deed take power by lawful means the decline of moral standards a strongly/highly principled woman I am wholly/partly responsible for the confusion. feel virtuous at/about having done the washing-up The thermometer is very accurate, reacting to very small temperature differences. I don't know the exact size of the room. a faultless performance a suitable room, book, proposal, date
a memorable evening his particular problems Is a questionnaire answered by 500 people truly representative of national opinion? The issues being discussed here are not unique to the U.S. an extraordinary talent a person of singular courage and honesty
Safe []
immune invulnerable foolproof guarded secure protected intact undamaged unharmed docile harmless tame drinkable edible eatable potable uncontaminated nonpoisonous
Special []
typical characteristic distinctive exceptional memorable particular representative unique extraordinary singular
Safe
Special
The company seems to be immune to economic pressures. The army was in a invulnerable position. a foolproof plan/ method a closely-guarded secret Keep your passport in a secure place. Almost nothing was left intact by the storm. a docile animal harmless bacteria
On a typical day we receive about fifty letters. Each wine has particular characteristics. a distinctive appearance, style, smell This weather is exceptional for June.
The pigeons are so tame they will sit on your shoulder. The water is drinkable Our school meals are hardly eatable. edible wild berries potable water
comparable corresponding duplicate equal parallel synonymous unchanged identical equivalent matching
Simple []
natural humble straightforward uncomplicated unpretentious elementary foolproof understandable
The system of roads across the country is analogous to the veins and arteries in the human body. Is the pay rate comparable to that of other companies? She was given a promotion corresponding increase in salary. a duplicate of the front door key Both candidates received an equal number of votes. The novel has two parallel story lines. He thinks that being poor is synonymous with being a criminal. stay unchanged for a long time and a
Simple
Its only natural to have doubts before your wedding. humble beginnings/background The task straightforward. The instructions uncomplicated. was are relatively/fairly clear and
Skill []
aptitude craft cunning expertise handicraft mastery professionalism technique versatility workmanship
an unpretentious little book but one that tells a simple story well the elementary human need for food a foolproof plan Your anger toward understandable. him is perfectly
Skill
Same []
Same analogous
He never had much aptitude for business.
a craft such as knitting When he couldn't get what he wanted openly and honestly, he resorted to low cunning. technical/medical/legal expertise an exhibition of handicrafts Shakespeares language mastery of the English
Study []
analyze investigate inspect research scrutinize cram examine inquire explore probe query
Gossiping about your co-workers shows a lack of professionalism. Tiger Woods is regarded as a golfer with excellent technique. They admired her workmanship.
Study
Standard []
benchmark criterion gauge guideline measurement norm specification yardstick
The material was taken to a police laboratory to be analyzed. Police are currently investigating the case. inspect an object for fingerprints Recent research has shed light on the causes of the disease. scrutinize all the documents relating to the trial Julia stayed up all night cramming for her math final. The study examines how alcohol abuse affects family relationships. She called to inquire whether her application had been received. We set out to explore the city on foot. Reporters have probed into the senators personal life. I query whether he can be trusted.
Standard
The test results provide a benchmark for measuring student achievement. Success in making money is not always a good criterion of success in life. The amount of money you make is not the only gauge of your success. the guidelines for health and safety at work What is your waist measurement? the social/cultural norms of American society the technical specifications of a new car He uses his dads accomplishments as a yardstick against which to measure his own achievements.
Support []
Support contribute
donate encourage patronize sponsor reinforce strengthen underlie
Computers seem to have isolated us from one another. Not long ago, schools in the South were racially segregated. Try splitting this section into two. Until their paths diverged Lennon and McCartney wrote many hits together. In the study families are classified according to their incomes. Weve categorized the wines by region. After the war, Germany was partitioned into two separate entities. The funds are apportioned to each of the schools in the district.
Large companies contribute money to both parties. donate blood a plant food that encourages growth He resented the way she patronized him. an athlete sponsored by a bank The fire safety rules will be reinforced by regular drills. His words only strengthened her resolve to persevere. Unless we deal with the problems that underlie crime, crime rates will never decrease.
Side []
angle aspect perspective standpoint viewpoint facet detail
Separate []
detach disconnect isolate segregate split diverge classify categorize partition apportion
Side
We need to look at this from a new angle. The book deals with the social aspects of human behavior. The novel is perspective. written from a childs
Separate
from the standpoint of the customer From his viewpoint, he had done nothing wrong. Youve only seen one facet of his personality. Please give me all the details.
My father was always emotionally detached from the rest of us. Disconnect the cables before you move the computer.
Speak []
blurt out chatter gossip mumble murmur roar scream stammer stutter whisper
Two former members of the Church claim they were brainwashed into joining. coach him in math Tyrone got a job counseling patients who have cancer. The well-drilled crew managed to rescue most of the passengers. Can you enlighten me as to the new procedure? His family implanted in him a strong sense of patriotism. Dad had inculcated in us a strong sense of family loyalty. instruct senior citizens in basic computer skills He lectures on psychiatry at the medical school. tutor someone for an examination
Speak
He blurted out the bad news before I could stop him. Do stop chattering on about the weather. What are you gossiping about? He mumbled something to me which I didn't quite catch. He softly murmured her name. The audience roared with laughter. She lay there screaming in pain. stammer/stutter out a request whispered something in her ear
Think []
brood contemplate deliberate meditate ponder reflect ruminate
Teach []
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Think
It doesn't help to brood on your mistakes. a few quiet minutes in the middle of the day to sit and contemplate The jury deliberated for three days before finding him guilty. I meditate in order to relax. pondered the question Please take some time to reflect on our offer
Teach
ruminating on recent events
Think []

accept conclude deem assume imagine presume suppose surmise
sorrow dilemma mess nuisance
We remained hopeful in the face of adversity. workers anxiety about being fired I dont want to be a burden on my children when Im old. Crying is a healthy expression of grief. Many families were suffering economic hardship. the suffering and misery of the poor companions in misfortune Our prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.
Think
It took Ann months to accept her sons death. Doctors have concluded that sunburn can lead to skin cancer. The judge deemed the question inappropriate. It's arrogant of you to assume you'll win every time. Just imagine what you could do with a million dollars. Many of these diseases are now widely presumed to be under control. It was generally supposed that it would not happen again. We surmised that he must have had an accident.
Thing []
article entity item object affair event incident phenomenon concept issue
Thing
Trouble []
adversity anxiety burden grief hardship misery misfortune
an article of clothing a separate political entity There is one more item on the agenda. There were several objects on the floor of the room a love affair the dramatic events of the past week
Trouble
Any witnesses to the incident should speak to the police. a natural phenomenon The discovery supports the concept that our solar system is not unique. raise peoples consciousness about womens health issues
address an issue Challenging the gods is a common theme in classical literature. The article makes a coherent argument in favor of economic change. The controversy surrounding the theory continues to this day He was involved in a legal dispute with his neighbor. She was accused of plagiarism in writing her thesis.
Try []
aim attempt endeavor strain strive struggle venture
Unimportant []
irrelevant minor negligible secondary trifling trivial worthless
Try
a program aimed at creating more jobs He died when he attempted to rescue his wife. endeavor to create a lasting peace She was straining to hear what they said. strive to improve his social position Were struggling to pay the bills. venture a visit to the doctor
Unimportant
Large parts of the movie seemed irrelevant to the plot. We made a few minor changes to the plan. a negligible error Some of the students behave as though studying is secondary to their social life. This is no trifling matter This issue is not a trivial matter. The data was worthless.
Topic []
issue theme argument controversy dispute thesis
Topic
Unknown []
Unknown anonymous
disguised mysterious nameless unnamed uncharted alien foreign unexplored humble obscure enigmatic
abuse exhaust consume substitute
Internships give students a chance to apply their skills in real situations. You could employ your spare time better. The country must exploit its resources more effectively. utilize solar power as a source of energy wield authority All our efforts were wasted. Her husband abused and humiliated her. We are in danger of exhausting the worlds oil supply. Smaller cars consume less fuel. You can substitute margarine for butter in this recipe.
The art museum received $10,000 from an anonymous donor. a disguised insult the mysterious neighbor disappearance of our
a gift from a nameless businessman The newspaper quoted diplomatic source. an unnamed
We are in unfamiliar/uncharted territory The landscape was alien to me. Their way of life was completely foreign to her. a hitherto unexplored land ones humble beginnings/background Jarrett didnt like the plan for some obscure reason. I've known him for many years, but he remains enigmatic to me.
Violence []
conflict disorder discord disturbance fuss misconduct turmoil unrest
Violence
Use []
apply employ exploit utilize wield waste
The conflict is causing human misery on an unprecedented scale. The nation is in a state of civil disorder. A note of discord crept into their relationship. The police arrested three men for causing/creating a disturbance at the bar.
Use
They wanted a quiet wedding without any fuss. an investigation into police misconduct The country was in racial turmoil. control the civil unrest
Safety concerns have halted work on the dam. Dont hesitate to call me if you need any help. We found a small cafe where we could linger over our coffee. Robert paused for a moment. Sit down and rest your legs.
Want [] Walk []
covet crave demand desire hunger for long for pine for yearn for crawl creep hike limp lope pace stagger stalk stride stroll toddle
Want
Walk
covet somebodys possessions Most little kids crave attention. The workers are demanding better pay. the countrys desire for peace a hunger for power a longed-for rest I was pining for home. She yearned for a child.
They had to crawl through a tunnel to escape. She crept down the hall, trying not to wake up her mom. We went for a hike on Sunday. The injured footballer limped slowly off the field. The tiger loped off into the jungle. He paced up and down (the platform), waiting for the train. Somehow he managed to stagger to a hospital. We know the rapist stalks his victims at night. He strode across the room. We strolled along the beach. Her two-year-old son toddled into the room.
Wait []
halt hesitate linger pause rest
Wait
Way []
method means style technique procedure approach scheme strategy routine avenue mode path tactic channel medium
Win []
be victorious conquer overcome prevail triumph secure hold the record defeat overpower annihilate
Win
Way
The police are not always victorious in their fight against crime. The Greeks conquered the Trojans. Union troops finally overcame rebel forces in the south. Justice prevailed in the end. triumph over one's difficulties The town was secured against attack She holds the world record in/for the 100 meters. The enemy was defeated in a decisive battle. The burglars were easily overpowered by the police. The enemy was annihilated.
modern methods of teaching use illegal means to get a passport Monets style of painting a more refined technique for teaching Security checks are now standard procedure. a systematic approach to training He concocted a scheme to rob the bank. the governments economic strategy Harry doesnt like any change in his daily routine. We explored every avenue, but couldnt find a solution. The level of formality determines the precise mode of expression. the path to power aggressive sales tactics Your complaint must be made through the proper channels. The Internet is a powerful advertising medium.
Wrong []
corrupt criminal deceitful dishonest evil illegal illicit
Wrong
immoral irresponsible sinful unethical unlawful vicious wicked erroneous misleading fallacious imprecise unacceptable unjust
a corrupt judge who took a bribe Drinking and driving is a criminal offense a deceitful child She was defrauded of her money by a dishonest accountant. the battle between good and evil illegal immigrants/aliens in the U.S. illicit drugs Their church believes that dancing is sinful and immoral. It was irresponsible of John to leave the kids alone. sinful deeds an unethical banking practice unlawful assembly a vicious rumor a wicked plot The information we received was erroneous He admitted making a false and misleading statement to Congress a fallacious statement an imprecise measurement These mistakes are totally unacceptable. unjust laws

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