Sleep is good, he said, and books are better

George R.R. Martin

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LESSON 23

Definition

a quotation or mention, often of another person's work

Synonym

reference

Example

J. K. Rowling often alludes to Greek and Roman mythology in her character names

She alluded to her Lithuanian heritage in her autobiography.

Definition

alike in some way

Synonym

similar to

Example

The action of light waves is analogous to the action of sound waves.

The analogy between the behavior of the bacteria in the lab and in the human body is not clear.

Definition

to make something happen by necessity or force

Synonym

obliged

Example

The representatives were compelled to vote in favor of the legislation despite their personal opposition to it

The lawyer's plea was made in a compelling manner.

Definition

to collect

Synonym

assemble

Example

The film club asked each of its members to compile a list of his or her favorite movies

The book is a compilation of Shakespeare's plays.

Definition

difficult; causing worry or fear

Synonym

overwhelming

Example

Their formidable opponents gave no sign of weakness.

The man's voice echoed formidably throughout the hallway.

Definition

the state of being inside when not desired to be there by others

Synonym

annoying

Example

The intrusive bacteria caused his condition to worsen.

The intrusion of the hazardous gas made it difficult to live in the house.

Definition

occurring at specific, determined periods of time

Synonym

regularly

Example

Periodic payments must be made on home loans.

Some people need periodic doses of medicine.

Definition

likely to do something

Synonym

inclined to

Example

Most liquids are prone to contract when frozen.

She is prone to study hard the night before her tests.

Definition

correctly telling about future events

Synonym

predictive

Example

His prophetic powers were investigated by a team of psychologists.

The brilliant student fulfilled his teacher's prophecy that he would be a successful doctor

Definition

the relationship of size or importance when compared to another object or person

Synonym

dimensions

Example

The goal of establishing a space station will take a team effort of major proportions

The pilot's salary is proportional to that of pilots of other airlines.

Definition

willingly; easily

Synonym

freely

Example

The workers readily complained about the food in the cafeteria.

Her readiness to cooperate was an important factor in the investigation.

Definition

in a trusted way

Synonym

dependably

Example

An appliance must perform its task reliably to be popular with consumers.

Satellite photos show the smallest details with great reliability.

Definition

unwillingly

Synonym

hesitatingly

Example

Although not completely satisfied with the contract, the officials reluctantly agreed to sign it

The electrician was reluctant to estimate the cost of the repair work.

Definition

fame

Synonym

prominence

Example

This school is of great renown.

The renowned conductor made a guest appearance at the concert.

Definition

to restore to life or bring back into memory

Synonym

renew

Example

The students revived the old tradition of having a homecoming dance.

Old plays are sometimes revived by applying modern interpretations to their content.

Definition

to be full of something; crowded

Synonym

overflowing

Example

The pond teemed with young fish in the warmer months.

Her essay was teeming with convincing arguments.