Grotesque Grotesque (adj & noun) /grəʊˈtesk/ incongruous and ludicrous with a strange shape – distorted – monstrous – misshapen – bizarre – weird – ridiculous – deformed – outrageous, contorted: Grotesque in context After the cosmetic surgery, the appearance of his grotesque face was improved tremendously. As we ventured deeper into the abandoned mansion, the …
Mien Mien (noun) /miːn/ someone’s general appearance and facial expression – bearing – look – complexion – appearance – face, demeanor, countenance: Mien in context I could sense from her doleful mien that she was still mourning for the loss of her beloved spouse. Despite his casual attire, Jonathan’s dignified mien commanded respect. His upright …
Countenance Countenance (noun & verb) /ˈkaʊn.tə.nənts/ US / to support or approve of something – tolerate and put up with – allow – stand for – give approval to. (noun): mien – appearance – features – visage – face: Countenance in context I cannot countenance you disparaging your grandfather, who’s an octogenarian, in this acrimonious …
Façade Façade (noun) /fəˈsɑːd/ the visible front face of a large building – trace – shred – the false and deceptive appearance of someone or something – superficial appearance – impression – veneer – resemblance – likeness: Façade in context I was literally astounded at the fabulous façade of the great cathedral. Despite the charming …
IELTS Listening Practice Good Posture IELTS Listening Practice Good Posture About this activity This activity is labeled round table by Dr. Hariri, the creator and administrator of LELB Society. This activity is on the premise of Flipped Learning, according to which the students watch a video before the class, carry out research into the selected theme, and prepare themselves for an informed discussion in the class. This activity is on …
Cosmetic Surgery | An IELTS Essay Sample Cosmetic Surgery | An IELTS Essay Sample Topic Nowadays, many people, particularly young women, undergo cosmetic surgery more and more often. How do you appraise the growing propensity for this type of surgery in modern society? The Essayist: Sasan Today, people have a great tendency for plastic surgeries …
Appearance – IELTS Speaking Practice Appearance – IELTS Speaking Practice Related Idioms and Expressions Dressed to kill: To make a great impression on others by the way you get dressed in social events Dressed up to the nines: Wearing smart and glamorous clothes Keep up appearance: To keep yourself calm and happy despite serious problems …
Similarities and Dissimilarities between Pianos and Electronic Keyboards Human begins have shared their beliefs with the state-of-the-art musical instruments since the dawn of invention of the instruments. The pianos as one of the most common keyboard musical instruments and electronic keyboards have their dissimilarities and similarities, which will be juxtaposed by analyzing the both sides. …