Tantalize Tantalize (verb) /ˈtæn.təl.aɪz/ US /-ţə.laɪz/ to excite someone by offering something tempting to them but not giving it to them – tempt – tease – entice – torment – torture – provoke: He tantalized her by promising to marry her, but eventually broke up with her. Parts of speech Adjective: tantalizing Adverb: tantalizingly Antonyms …
Foist Foist (verb) /’fɔɪst/ to force someone to accept something or deal with something unpleasant – twist someone’s arm – impose on – force upon – inflict upon – pass off – thrust upon: As a private, he had to accept all the intolerable commands foisted upon him by his superiors. Antonyms offer, present
Stagnant Stagnant (adj) /ˈstæg.nənt/ not moving or developing – stale due to lack of motion – stationary – motionless – immobile – inactive – sluggish – dormant – inert – moribund: Due to the current recession, our economy has become more or less stagnant. Parts of speech Noun: stagnation Noun: stagnancy Verb: stagnate Adverb: stagnantly …
Passé Passé (adj) /pɑːˈseɪ/ US /pæsˈeɪ/ no longer fashionable – not stylish – out-of-date – faded – worn-out – archaic – obsolescent – obsolete – unfashionable – old-fashioned – antiquated: These audio cassettes seem too passé compared to state-of-the-art USB drives. Antonyms up-to-date, contemporary, modern, new, state-of-the-art
Vertigo Vertigo (noun) /ˈvɜː.tɪ.gəʊ/ US /ˈvɝː.ţə.goʊ/ Vertigo definition a feeling of dizziness and imbalance generally caused by looking down from a high place – dizziness – loss of balance – faintness – unsteadiness – lightheartedness: Example A sense of vertigo overwhelmed her when she looked down from the tower of the skyscraper. Parts of speech …
Facet Facet (noun) /ˈfæs.ɪt/ an aspect or part of something – dimension – feature – component – any surface of a gemstone – side: Being an experienced old man, he knows valuable lessonsabout almost any facet of life. Parts of speech Adjective: -faceted
Conducive Conducive (adj) /kənˈdjuː.sɪv/ US /-ˈduː-/ Conducive definition making something happen or exist more easily and smoothly – helpful – beneficial – advantageous – contributing to – facilitative: Example His detailed explanation was conducive to the understanding of the intricate problem. Parts of speech Noun: conduciveness Antonyms unfavorable, hindering
IELTS Essay on Superstars IELTS Essay on Superstars Topic Celebrities and superstars could turn into role models and be idolized by the young generation. Some people believe that these public figures should always exhibit good and acceptable behavior in public places. Discuss your opinion and give reasons for your claim. IELTS Candidate: Armaghan Gh Celebrities are as a …
English Vocabulary about Hygiene English Vocabulary about Hygiene Cleanse Watch this video on YouTube I suggested that he cleanse the vegetables perfectly, even so they seemed so shiny. The paramedic helped the car accident casualties by cleansing their wounds. Contaminate Fossil fuels have a key role in contaminating the atmosphere, jeopardizing public health. Sewage system …
Motivate Motivate (verb) /ˈməʊ.tɪ.veɪt/ US /ˈmoʊ.ţɪ-/ to give someone enough reasons to do something – make someone intrigued and enthusiastic to do something – make someone behave in a particular way – stimulate – induce – entice – enthuse – inspire – encourage – egg on – arouse – persuade – provoke – prompt: The …