單字筆記2013 2/25
單字1:turmoil
來源:The turmoil in Liberia led to economic disaster.
定義:a state or condition of extreme confusion, agitation, or commotion
單字2:insincerity
來源:Walls of insincerity,shifting eyes and vacancy vanished when I saw your face.
定義:not sincere : hypocritical
單字3:enchanting
來源:All I can say is it was enchanting to meet you.
定義:charming
單字4:function
來源:An HD video camera is one of the great function on my new cell phone.
定義:the action for which a person or thing is specially fitted or used or for which a thing exists
單字5:strive
來源:Carrie always strives for excellence in her studies.
定義:to devote serious effort or energy
單字筆記2013 2/26
單字1:feast
來源:A Thanksgiving feast usually includes turkey,potatoes,and pumpkin pie.
定義:an elaborate and usually abundant meal often accompanied by a ceremony or entertainment
單字2:distinctive
來源:Angela has a distinctive style so her art is easy to recognize.
定義:serving to distinguish
單字3:drain
來源:Kate pulled the plug out of the tub so the water could drain.
定義:to draw off (liquid) gradually or completely
單字4:corded
來源:I can't check my e-mail now because I'm talking on a corded phone and can't get to my computer.
定義:bound, fastened, or wound about with cords
單字5:utilize
來源:We need to utilize the art materials we already have before we purchase anything new.
定義:to make use of
單字筆記2013 2/27
單字1:unplug
來源:Martha had to unplug the kitchen sink herself after she heard how much it costs to hire a plumber.
定義:to remove an obstruction from
單字2:distraction
來源:There are too much distractions at home ,so I usually study in the university's library.
定義:the act of distracting or the state of being distracted; especially : mental confusion
單字3:refusal
來源:His refusal to help was really frustrating
定義:the act of refusing or denying
單字4:possess
來源:Different employees possess different skillls that all help to make our company successful.
定義:to have and hold as property
單字5:tremendous
來源:Adele is a British singer who has a tremendous singing voice.
定義:being such as may excite trembling or arouse dread, awe, or terror
單字筆記2013 2/28
單字1:lingo
來源:It's fun to use the local lingo.
定義:Language
單字2:stale
來源:Our advertisement is becoming stale.We need some fresh ideas.
定義:tasteless or unpalatable from age
單字3:grab
來源:The thief grabbed my bag and quickly ran off before I realized what had happened.
定義:to take or seize by or as if by a sudden motion or grasp
單字4:muffle
來源:They tried to muffle the noise.
定義:To deaden the sound of, as by wraps
單字5:diligence
來源:Nancy always works with a lot of diligence,carefully managing her time and working hard.
定義:persevering application : assiduity
單字筆記2013 3/1
單字1:amusement
來源:Everyone needs some amusements to help them relieve stress.
定義:a means of amusing or entertaining
單字2:pest
來源:I found several pests eating my house plants.
定義:an epidemic disease associated with high mortality
單字3:operation
來源:The company firm may be small, but it is a successful operation.
定義:performance of a practical work or of something involving the practical application of principles or processes
單字4:cultivate
來源:This land is too poor to cultivate for growing corn.
定義:to prepare or prepare and use for the raising of crops; also : to loosen or break up the soil about
單字5:inconsistency
來源:There are too many inconsistencies in their work,so it will have to be done again.
定義:an instance of being inconsistent
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單字:suffix
定義:an affix occurring at the end of a word, base, or phrase
單字:disease
定義:a condition of the living animal or plant body or of one of its parts that impairs normal functioning and is typically manifested by distinguishing signs and symptoms
單字:disadvantage
定義:loss or damage especially to reputation, credit, or finances
單字:anxiety
定義:a : painful or apprehensive uneasiness of mind usually over an impending or anticipated ill
單字:impair
定義:to damage or make worse by or as if by diminishing in some material respect <his health was impaired by overwork> <the strike seriously impaired community services>
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