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Vocabulary 3A

This vocabulary lesson focuses on key verbs and adjectives that convey emotions and actions. We explore words like "assume," which means to take for granted—implying certainty or expectation. Other terms include "averse," describing a lack of sympathy; "callous," indicating insensitivity; and "dubious," suggesting uncertainty. We also examine "ecstasy," representing intense joy, and "inflict," relating to causing pain. Through examples, we clarify these terms' meanings and usage, enhancing emotional and descriptive language skills.

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Vocabulary 3A

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  1. Vocabulary 3A assume - inflict

  2. verb • to take for granted • synonyms:suppose, • presume • That looks dangerous! I assume that you know what you are doing. assume

  3. adjective • having a strong feeling • of opposition • synonyms:reluctant, • loath • Many young children are averse to eating their vegetables. averse

  4. adjective • feeling no sympathy • for others • synonyms:insensitive, • hard-hearted • Mr. Donka is callous towards students who do not do their homework. callous

  5. adjective • capable of being • perceived • synonyms:observable, • perceptible • Which image is discernible to you: an old woman or a young girl? discernible

  6. adjective • of uncertain • outcome • synonyms:doubtful, • questionable • I am dubious about his chances to jump that canyon on a motorcycle. dubious

  7. noun • sudden, intense • feeling of joy • synonyms:delight, • rapture • The moment Bob won the lottery was pure ecstasy. ecstasy

  8. verb • do without • synonyms:renounce, • sacrifice • To lose weight, April had to forgo all her favorite desserts. forgo

  9. adjective • having a cavity inside; • lacking in real value • synonyms:empty, • vain • The fight was so unfair • that Mongo’s victory was • hollow. hollow

  10. adjective • inclined to give in to • one’s wishes or to • those of others • synonyms:lenient, • tolerant • The teacher was so indulgent • that her students walked all • over her. indulgent

  11. verb • cause something • unwelcome • to be endured • synonyms:impose, • force • Tasers are designed to inflict pain but no permanent damage. inflict

  12. pair noun couple, twosome pare verb to trim by cutting pear noun a kind of fruit Don’t get confused!

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