Word
17
Synonym
17
Example
34
Definition
17
LESSON 5
Definition

to confuse to a point at which no progress can be made

Synonym

puzzle

Example

The causes of many hannful diseases have bajJled doctors for centuries.

That was a bajJling question.

Definition

to produce, to carry; to show; to endure

Synonym

yield

Example

This orchard bears many fine harvests of apples.

Although stock prices declined, losses have been bearable for most investors

Definition

to make something difficult to see

Synonym

cloud

Example

The rain blurred everyone's view of the valley.

The whole accident is just a blur in my mind.

Definition

intensely bright or colorful; intelligent

Synonym

radiant

Example

Einstein was a brilliant thinker.

She brilliantly produced a solution to the problem.

Definition

to alert someone of danger, warn someone to take care or pay attention to something

Synonym

warn

Example

The officer cautioned the motorist to slow down.

They entered into the negotiations cautiously.

Definition

to increase in a positive way, such as in value, power, or beauty

Synonym

strengthen

Example

Passing the exam should enhance your chances of being admitted to college

The computer enhanced our productivity.

Definition

to make easier: to ease the progress of

Synonym

assist

Example

His careful planning facilitated the completion of the project.

Good teaching strategiesJacil.itate student learning.

Definition

nonstop, continual, or never-ending

Synonym

constant

Example

The woman's incessant talking disturbed everyone watching the movie

The dogs' incessant barking kept the whole neighborhood up all night

Definition

in addition to, alongside

Synonym

along with

Example

Exercise, in coryunction with a nourishing diet, contributes to a healthy lifestyle

The architects planned the building in conjunction with the engineers

Definition

to interest greatly

Synonym

fascinate

Example

He was intrigued by the acclaim that he received.

The intriguing question baffled historians.

Definition

to prevent movement, progress, or success

Synonym

block

Example

Just after the storm, downed trees obstructed many roads in the community

A huge building obstructed the ocean view from the apartment

Definition

to change a belief or behavior by argument or reason

Synonym

convince

Example

They couldn't persuade their critics to see their point of view.

John presented a persuasive argument for his salary increase.

Definition

a repayment or reward for a deed

Synonym

compensation

Example

The knight received gold as recompense for saving the kingdom.

His boss assured him that he'd be recompensed for his extra efforts.

Definition

to throw off naturally; to give out

Synonym

discard

Example

In order to grow, crabs must shed their shells.

The experiments shed no new information on the cause of the disease.

Definition

to be the only one of a kind; special

Synonym

rare

Example

He was presented with a unique opportunity to attend the conference.

His style of writing is uniquely his own.

Definition

to be complementary or appropriate; a good match

Synonym

compatible

Example

The design of the house is well-suited to its surroundings.

The experienced principal was well-suited for the job of superintendent of schools

Definition

to end or cause to end successfully; to develop

Synonym

solve

Example

Their ambitious plan will likely work out.

The two groups worked out a compromise that benefited them both.

a book which people praise and don’t read

Mark Twain