a book which people praise and don’t read

Mark Twain

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LESSON 29

Definition

to know, remember, and accept the existence of something

Synonym

recognize

Example

The foreman acknowledged the fact that there had been a mistake in the design of the house

The promotion he received was an acknowledgment of his excellent work.

Definition

to gain or come to possess

Synonym

obtain

Example

He acquired two beautiful paintings during his visit to Taipei.

The office's most recent acquisition was a new photocopier.

Definition

a traditional saying

Synonym

proverb

Example

There is an old adage that states, "Slow and steady wins the race."

Over the years, the author's sayings became popular adages in his town

Definition

to become a part of

Synonym

incorporate

Example

The United States of America has assimilated people from all parts of the world.

Assimilation of a new cultural environment can be difficult.

Definition

a variety

Synonym

selection

Example

You have an assortment of elective courses from which to choose.

He bought a box of assorted books at the book fair.

Definition

the standard of: the degree of goodness

Synonym

quality

Example

The high caliber of her work earned her a raise in pay.

Only parts of the highest caliber can be used to make repairs on the spacecraft

Definition

made smaller; shortened; merge

Synonym

summarize

Example

This is a condensed version of the original research report.

Try to condense the two chapters into one.

Definition

not agreeing with the facts or previous statements made on the subject; declared wrong

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inconsistent

Example

It is contradictory to say that you know French after studying it for only three months

The expert contradicted himself during his presentation.

Definition

to pay no attention

Synonym

ignore

Example

They disregarded the no parking signs and were ticketed by the police.

His disregard of the lab instructions caused him to make many errors.

Definition

having much monetary or sentimental value; beautiful

Synonym

cherished

Example

This golden ring is my most precious possession.

The precious stone was one of a kind.

Definition

famous; having a high position

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renowned

Example

Their talent for locating oil deposits made them prominent geologists in the corporation

He gained prominence through his television appearances.

Definition

needed for a specific purpose; a formal request

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demanded

Example

Here is the list of requisite courses for the master's degree in biology.

The project team made a requisition for a new set of reference books.

Definition

experiencing few or no changes; not moving

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steady

Example

Be sure the ladder is stable before climbing it.

Most people believe that maintaining economic stability is an important goal of every government

Definition

to organize; make clear

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separate

Example

The detective was not able to unravel the mystery of the missing money

The unraveling of the Soviet Union took place in the span of a few months.

Definition

not clear; ambiguous

Synonym

unclear

Example

She has only vague memories of her childhood.

The vagueness of his directions caused us to get lost.

Definition

very much; veiy large

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huge

Example

I have noticed a vast improvement in your English vocabulary.

Unfortunately, the water quality has deteriorated vastly since my last visit here.