Fichas
Sophomore Flash Cards
Fichas del conjunto (126)
- 1frustration(n) a feeling of anger or annoyance caused by being unable to do something
- 2measure(v) to find out the size, length, or amount of (something)
- 3wince(v) to have an expression on your face for a very short time which shows that you are embarrassed or in pain
- 4terrified(adj) extremely afraid
- 5tepid(adj) not hot and not cold; not energetic or excited
- 6observation(n) a statement about something you have noticed
- 7prompt(v) to cause (someone) to do something (adj) done or given without delay
- 8crafty(adj) clever in usually a deceptive or dishonest way
- 9bulk(n) the largest part of something
- 10plunge(v) to fall or drop suddenly
- 11survival(n) continuing to live or exist especially in spite of difficult conditions
- 12exception(n) someone or something that is different from others; someone or something that is not included
- 13official(adj): having the approval or authorization of an authority
- 14struggling(v) to try very hard to do, achieve, or deal with something that is difficult or that causes problems
- 15naturally(adv) used to describe something that happens or exists by itself without being controlled or changed by someone
- 16mixture(n) a combination of different things
- 17origin(n) the point or place where something begins or is created; the source or cause of something
- 18model(v) to design (something) so that it is similar to something else
- 19assume(v) to think that something is true without knowing for sure
- 20despite(prep) without being affected by something
- 21colleague(n) a person who works with you
- 22reside(v) to live in a particular place
- 23fascinating(adj) very interesting
- 24respective(adj) belonging to each one of the people or things that have been mentioned
- 25monument(n) a building, statue, etc., that honors a person or event
- 26intriguing(adj) extremely interesting
- 27major(n) the main subject studied by a college student
- 28tedious(adj) boring and too slow or long
- 29relieve(v) to reduce or remove something, such as pain or an unpleasant feeling
- 30thrilled(adj) very excited and happy
- 31bored(adj) to be tired and annoyed with someone or something because they are uninteresting
- 32graduate(v) to earn a degree or diploma from a school, college, or university
- 33relevant(adj) relating to a subject in an appropriate way
- 34get-together(n) an informal social gathering
- 35beneficial(adj) producing good or helpful results
- 36expectation(n) a belief that something will happen or is likely to happen
- 37prefer(v) to like someone or something better than someone or something else
- 38display(v) to put (something) where people can see it
- 39significance(n) importance, the meaning of something
- 40dislike(v) to not like (something or someone)
- 41hardy(adj) strong and able to accept difficult or unpleasant conditions
- 42ambiance(n) the mood or feeling of a particular place
- 43savor(v) to enjoy (something) for a long time
- 44puzzled(adj) confused
- 45unsettled(adj) feeling nervous, upset, or worried; not comfortable
- 46confidence(n) a feeling or belief that you can do something well or succeed at something
- 47reflect(v) to show (something); to make (something) known
- 48initially(adv) at first; originally
- 49confusion(n) the feeling that you have when you do not understand what is happening
- 50convey(v) to make (something) known to someone
- 51typically(adv) generally or normally
- 52adjustment(n) a small change that improves something or makes it work better
- 53common(adj) occurring or appearing frequently; not rare
- 54understated(adj) expressed or done in a quiet or simple way
- 55rare(adj) not common or usual; not often done, seen, or happening
- 56liberal(adj) open to new ideas or ways of behaving that are not traditional or widely accepted
- 57worldview(n) the way someone thinks about the world and life
- 58avoid(v) to stay away from someone or something
- 59relative(adj) compared to someone or something else
- 60private(adj) not known by the public or by other people
- 61perceive(v) to notice or become aware of (something)
- 62apprehensive(adj) afraid that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen
- 63deem(v) to think of (someone or something) in a particular way
- 64intrepid(adj) feeling no fear; very bold or brave
- 65perspective(n) a way of thinking about and understanding something
- 66refrain(v) to stop yourself from doing something that you want to do
- 67discourteous(adj) rude or impolite
- 68particularly(adv) more than usually; very, extremely
- 69obstacles(n) things that block progress
- 70spectators(n) people who watch an event
- 71pace(n) the speed at which someone or something moves or happens
- 72respectable(adj) considered to be good, correct, or acceptable
- 73tremor(n) a shaking movement
- 74throng(n) a large crowd of people
- 75spew(v) shove out forcefully
- 76jostle(v) to push against (someone) while moving forward in a crowd of people
- 77glimpse(n) a brief and incomplete look
- 78prominent(adj) important and well-known
- 79attribute(v) to say that (something) is because of (someone or something)
- 80appropriately(adv) right or suited for some purpose or situation
- 81thrive(v) to grow or develop successfully
- 82minimum(n,adj,adv) the least
- 83overestimate(v) to think of (someone or something) as being greater in ability, influence, or value than that person or thing actually is
- 84reliable(adj) trustworthy and dependable
- 85incognito(adv) with your true identity kept secret
- 86hubris(n) overbearing pride or presumption
- 87interfere(v) to become involved in something when your involvement is not wanted
- 88auspicious(adj) favorable or promising
- 89improvise(v) to speak or perform without preparation
- 90facetious(adj) speech that is meant to be funny but that is usually regarded as annoying, silly, or not proper
- 91accumulate(v) to increase gradually in amount as time passes
- 92omnipotent(adj) having unlimited power
- 93inculcate(v) to teach (and learn) by frequent repetitions
- 94incontrovertible(adj) impossible to deny or disprove
- 95amicable(adj) friendly and agreeable spirit
- 96consumption(n) the act of eating, drinking, or using something
- 97socialize(v) to talk or do things with people in a friendly way
- 98excessive(adj) going beyond what is usual, normal, or proper
- 99habitual(adj) done regularly or repeatedly
- 100mainstay(n) a very important part of something
- 101differentiate(v) to see or state the difference between two or more things
- 102obvious(adj) easy to see or notice
- 103mislead(v) to make someone believe something that is not true
- 104massive(adj) large and heavy, or very severe
- 105exacerbate(v) to make a bad situation or problem worse
- 106specialized(adj) made or used for one particular purpose, job, place, etc.
- 107impact(n, v) (to have) a powerful or major influence or effect
- 108undermine(v) to make (someone or something) weaker or less effective, usually in a secret or gradual way
- 109impressive(adj) deserving attention, admiration, or respect
- 110interactive(adj) requiring people to talk with each other or do things together
- 111maximum(n, adj) the highest number possible; greatest possible in amount or degree
- 112object(v) to disagree with something or oppose something
- 113dramatic(adj) sudden and extreme; exciting or impressive
- 114liability(n) the state of being legally responsible for something
- 115seize(v) to get or take (something) in a forceful, sudden, or violent way
- 116available(adj) present or ready for use; free to do something
- 117negotiation(n) a formal discussion between people who are trying to reach an agreement
- 118promotev) to help (something) happen, develop, or increase; to make people aware of something through advertising
- 119efficient(adj) capable of producing desired results without wasting materials, time, or energy
- 120conflict(n) strong disagreement between people
- 121provoke(v) to make (something) happen; to cause someone to become angry or violent
- 122affordable(adj) inexpensive; reasonably priced
- 123emergence(n) the process of coming into view after being concealed
- 124resist(v) to fight against
- 125specify(v) to name or mention (someone or something) exactly and clearly
- 126deprive(v) to take or keep something away from someone