Word
16
Synonym
16
Example
32
Definition
16
LESSON 26
Definition

to put an end to something

Synonym

eliminate

Example

Many states have abolished the use of cell phones while driving.

Activists have been attempting to abolish animal testing for decades.

Definition

being in complete disorder and confusion

Synonym

disorganized

Example

The traffic in Seoul is often chaotic.

There was complete chaos when the world champions arrived at the airport.

Definition

causing disagreement or argument

Synonym

divisive

Example

The governor made a controversial decision to raise truces.

The controversy was caused by the proposal to build an airport in the area.

Definition

to give an example

Synonym

symbolize

Example

The recent downturn in the housing industry exemplifies the poor economic conditions

Her exemplary academic achievement is representative of most students at this institution

Definition

to account for something while making a decision or analysis

Synonym

consider

Example

The family had tofactor in the price of gasoline as they planned their road trip.

The architect did notfactor in the required distance from the sidewalk in his design

Definition

to hesitate or waver

Synonym

weaken

Example

In 2008, the United States economy began tofalter dramatically.

Hefaltered under peer pressure and agreed to dance with the girl.

Definition

giving pleasure or a feeling of accomplishment; showing thanks

Synonym

satisfying

Example

Studying abroad can be a ve:ry gratijying experience.

She was grateful for all the work he had done for her.

Definition

to cause something to begin

Synonym

initiate

Example

The company launched a new program to attract more clients.

The launching of the first Soviet Sputnik created concern among the American public

Definition

reasonable; lawful

Synonym

authentic

Example

The engineer had a legitimate reason for changing the design of the building

The legitimacy of the theo:ry has yet to be determined.

Definition

a lack of energy or commitment; lazy; indifferent

Synonym

sluggishness

Example

The hippopotamus basking in the sun displayed almost total lethargy.

When it is time to do homework assignments, many students become lethargic

Definition

a certain way or thing; unusual; hard to please; especially

Synonym

specific

Example

The speaker has a particular way of persuading his audience.

Some customers are particularly difficult to satisfy.

Definition

sending out in all directions, especially heat or light

Synonym

blight

Example

The actor's radiant smile captivated the audience.

The radiance of the fire prevented the firefighters from entering the house

Definition

the length of time or distance from one limit to the other; to cross

Synonym

cover

Example

The old man's life spanned two centurtes.

The span of the brtdge is three miles.

Definition

unplanned; uncontrolled

Synonym

instinctive

Example

The spontaneous combustion inside the cylinder creates the power of the motor.

The crowd reacted spontaneously to the danger.

Definition

a natural flow of something; a pouring out

Synonym

river

Example

There was a constant stream of information coming from the White House

Water streamed from the dam as workers attempted to make the repairs

Definition

drawing special attention to

Synonym

remarkable

Example

His striking proposal saved the company from bankruptcy.

That was a strikingly convincing argument that the speaker delivered.

a book which people praise and don’t read

Mark Twain