Word
17
Synonym
17
Example
34
Definition
17
LESSON 16
Definition

showing serious purpose; one who works carefully and with enthusiasm

Synonym

meticulous

Example

She is a conscientious representative of the student body.

They approached the task conscientiously.

Definition

to make something known to others; to communicate

Synonym

communicate

Example

The manager of the store conveyed his displeasure directly to the workers.

He was able to convey his message to the audience with ease.

Definition

to surround completely; to envelop

Synonym

include

Example

Her plan of study encompasses every aspect of computer science.

The course encompasses all the literature of the nineteenth century

Definition

the act of making larger

Synonym

growth

Example

Expansion occurs when matter is heated.

The laboratory is expanding its capacity to produce computer chips.

Definition

to cause to become greater

Synonym

intensify

Example

A very successful interview can heighten a candidate's chances to get a job

The public was in a heightened state of nervousness as the hunicane approached

Definition

to emphasize the part of a greater whole

Synonym

emphasize

Example

The owner's manual highlights the basic functions of the camera.

The final goal was the highlight of the game.

Definition

by accident; without paying attention; unexpectedly

Synonym

carelessly

Example

The reporters had inadvertently failed to include the name of one of the dignitaries

His inadvertent calculation caused him to derive the wrong answer.

Definition

something that cannot be prevented from happening

Synonym

unavoidable

Example

When two weather systems meet, unpredictable weather conditions are inevitable.

The inevitability of the outcome made the challenge less exciting.

Definition

in the beginning stages of development

Synonym

beginning

Example

The new theory is in its infW1Cy and will be thoroughly tested by its critics

The author's infantile writing style appeals to young readers.

Definition

to copy an action

Synonym

imitate

Example

The comedian mimicked the president's gestures.

Parrots mimic the speech that they hear in their surroundings.

Definition

to be of highest importance

Synonym

foremost

Example

The club's paramount goal is to raise awareness of the importance of community service

Being quiet is of paramount importance while watching a movie at the theater.

Definition

to be skilled or experienced in something

Synonym

competent

Example

The exam will test the students' proficiency in the Portuguese language.

Highly proficient athletes earn the privilege of competing in the Olympics

Definition

to find and bring back

Synonym

recover

Example

Will Detroit retrieve its status as the car manufacturing center of the world?

This computerized information retrieval system is the most up-to-date system available

Definition

done according to a plan

Synonym

methodically

Example

The plan was developed systematically by a team of experts.

Systematic changes in foreign policy have been proposed.

Definition

not probable

Synonym

doubtful

Example

Rain is wilikely to occur durtng the dry season.

It is wilikely that he will want to attend the conference.

Definition

without good reason or cause; inappropriate

Synonym

unjustified

Example

His negative reaction was unwarranted

The motorist felt that the ticket for the infraction was wiwarranted

Definition

the highest point

Synonym

apex

Example

He reached the zenith of his profession at a very young age.

The publication of the book represented the zenith of his career.

a book which people praise and don’t read

Mark Twain