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George R.R. Martin

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LESSON 11

Definition

something that makes life easier or more enjoyable

Synonym

convenience

Example

She missed all the amenities of home when she went camping.

One expects many amenities at a five-star hotel.

Definition

to cause to move in many different directions

Synonym

circulate

Example

The high winds and rain dispersed the crowd.

After the hurricane. dispersed belongings cluttered the street.

Definition

a part of the whole environment

Synonym

component

Example

Her presence added an element of humor to the group.

Hard work and perseverance are the basic elements of success.

Definition

simple in structure, easy to do

Synonym

primary

Example

The solution to the problem was actually quite elementary.

You must take Elementary Physics before you can enroll in the advanced course.

Definition

to remove, free oneself of something

Synonym

delete

Example

Mistakes must be eliminated before you hand in a term paper.

The elimination of the runner from the race was decided by the judge.

Definition

to come into view, or existence

Synonym

appear

Example

It took an hour for the newborn chick to emerge from its egg.

The sun emerged from the thick rain clouds, giving hope that the game would be played

Definition

to show that something is especially important or exceptional

Synonym

highlight

Example

The professor emphasized certain aspects of the historical period.

When asked if they would like to leave class early, the students answered with an emphatic "yes."

Definition

to make a circle around

Synonym

surround

Example

The players encircled their coach after winning the big game.

The encircled celebrity actually became afraid of her fans.

Definition

no regular pattern in thinking or movement; changeable without reason

Synonym

inconsistent

Example

The artist's paintings have an erratic quality, some being excellent, and others mediocre

The unstable chemical reacted erratically.

Definition

to make something more than what it is

Synonym

overstate

Example

The federal government exaggerated the success of its programs.

To say that his business is successful would be a slight exaggeration.

Definition

to be an essential or basic part of something

Synonym

vital

Example

Knowledge of spelling is an integral part of writing in any language.

A film's music is integral to drawing the viewers into the story.

Definition

to show to be right or reasonable; to support

Synonym

defend

Example

The young boy could notjustify his rude behavior.

There was nojustification for the criminal's attack.

Definition

to embarrass

Synonym

humiliate

Example

He was mortified upon forgetting his lines during the play.

She mortified her son by showing Alice his. baby pictures.

Definition

persistently overconfident or controlling

Synonym

oppressive

Example

The old woman's overbearing demeanor did not make her approachable

The teacher tried his best to not be overbearing when speaking to his students.

Definition

to speed up the occurrence or development of something

Synonym

hasten

Example

Romeo and Juliet's relationship precipitated a violent conflict.

Trade with other cultures was the main precipitant for the advent of the Renaissance.

Definition

existing widely or commonly

Synonym

commonplace

Example

Comfortable trade winds are prevalent in the Caribbean islands.

There is a prevalence of disease where poor sanitation conditions exist.

Definition

to allow to come out; to give freedom

Synonym

free

Example

A new movie was just released.

The release of the Supreme Court's decision was expected today.