Advanced Vocabulary Practice

A collection of 37 vocabulary flashcards focusing on advanced English terms and their meanings as provided in the lecture transcript.

in agony

trong sự đau đớn tột cùng

frantically

hoảng loạn, cuống cuồng

prototype

An original model or preliminary version of something.

align oneself with sb/sth

To support or side with a person, group, or cause.

jumble

An untidy or confused collection of things.

primitive

Relating to an early, basic, or original stage of development.

analyze

To examine something in detail to understand or explain it.

transplant

The medical process of moving an organ or tissue to another body.

formidable

Inspiring fear or respect through being impressively large, powerful, or capable.

intellect

The faculty of reasoning and understanding at a high level.

stagnation

The state of being still, failing to progress or develop.

sentiment

A feeling, emotion, or attitude toward something.

enliven

To make something more interesting, lively, or vivid.

publicity stunt

A planned event designed to attract public attention for PR purposes.

adulation

Excessive admiration or high praise.

hog the limelight

To capture all the attention and keep others from being noticed.

stir up envy/resentment

To provoke or trigger feelings of jealousy or bitterness.

refugee

A person who has been forced to leave their country to find safety.

manipulation

The act of controlling or influencing someone in a clever or dishonest way.

engulf

To sweep over or cover something completely.

maneuver

A clever scheme or skillful movement.

descent

The act of moving downward or dropping.

alpine

Relating to high mountains, particularly those like the Alps.

trigger

To cause or set off a specific response or event.

ambiguity

The quality of being open to more than one interpretation; a lack of clarity.

reputation

The beliefs or opinions generally held about someone or something.

inclusive

Aiming to include everyone and provide equal access for all.

harness

To exploit or make effective use of something.

embrace

To enthusiastically accept or adopt an idea or change.

inhospitable

An environment that is harsh, unfavorable, or difficult to live in.

endurance

The ability to withstand hardship or adversity over a long period.

academic evaluation

The process of assessing educational or scholarly performance.

reappraise

To reconsider or assess something again.

inevitably

In a way that is certain to happen and cannot be avoided.

scramble

To struggle or compete hurriedly with others to get something.

consolidate

To strengthen or combine things into a single, more solid whole.

pompous

Arrogant, self-important, or affectedly grand.