Progress Test 2 Review Vocab
Chapter 4 and 5
Vocab
Unit 4
Eccentric (adj) strange or unusual, sometimes in a humorous way
Boarding School (n) a school where students live and study
Impression (n) an idea or opinion of what something or someone is like
Spiritualism (n) the belief that living people can communicate with people who have died
Outcry (n) strong expression of anger and disapproval about something made by a group of people or by the public
Deduction (n) the process of reaching a decision or answer by thinking about the known facts or the decision that is reached
Clutch (v) to take or try to take hold of something tightly, usually in fear, worry, or pain
Bedridden (adj) having to stay in bed because of illness or injury
Medium (n) a person who says that they can receive messages from people who are dead
Fascination (n) a state of being greatly interested in or delighted by something
Hoax (n) a plan to deceive someone, such as telling the police there is a bomb when there is not one, or a trick
Uncanny (adj) strange or mysterious, often in a way that is slightly frightening
Escapology (n) the activity of escaping chains, boxes usually for entertainment
Keen (adj) very interested, eager, or wanting (to do) something very much
Duel (n) a formal fight in the past , using guns or swords, arranged between two people as a way of deciding an argument
Athleticism (n) skill in running, jumping, throwing, and similar sports
Disguise (v) to give a new appearance to a person or thing, esp in order to hide its true form
Hook (v) to attract someone’s attention (or encourage them to buy a product or service)
Crate (n) a box made of wood, plastic, metal, esp one divided into parts to hold bottles
Amateur (n) a person who takes part in an activity for pleasure, not as a job
Withstand (v) to be strong enough to remain unharmed by something such as great heat, cold, and pressure
Contort (v) to (cause sth to) twist or bend violently and unnaturally into a different shape or form
Collapse (v) to suddenly fall down or become unconscious because you are ill or weak
Handcuff (n) two metal or plastic rings joined by a short chain that lock around a prisoner’s wrist
Dismiss (v) to refuse to consider someone’s idea, opinion because you think it is not serious, true, or important
Séance (n) a meeting where people try to talk with the dead people
Skeptical (adj) tending to disagree with what other people tell u
Unit 5
Gambits - things that somebody does, or things that somebody says at the beginning of a situation or conversation
Frisson - a sudden strong feeling, especially of excitement or fear
Stalk - to move slowly and quietly towards an animal or a person, in order to kill, catch or harm it or them
Ever-encroaching - slowly beginning to cover or intrude on more and more of an area
Robustly - strongly, with determination
Concession - the act of giving something or allowing something
Bombarded - attacked somebody with a lot of questions, criticisms, etc. or by giving them too much information
Kin - family or relatives
Stamping ground - a place that somebody likes and where they often go to enjoy themselves
Ventured forth - went bravely into an unknown situation which might have been dangerous
Diminutive stature - small size
Pinpoint accuracy - with perfect aim
Jaded - tired and bored, usually because you have had too much of something
Renouncing - stating publicly that you no longer have a particular belief or that you will no longer behave in a particular way
Idiomatic Collocation
Long shot: An attempt with very little chance of success.
Example: Entering a lottery with millions of participants is a long shot, but someone has to win.
Sore point: A sensitive topic that evokes negative emotions like anger or embarrassment.
Example: Discussing past failures can be a sore point for some people.
Foregone conclusion: An outcome that is considered inevitable, almost certain to happen.
Example: The outcome of the election was a foregone conclusion, with the incumbent leading by a wide margin.
Last resort: The final option chosen only when all other possibilities have been exhausted.
Example: After trying all other treatments, surgery became the doctor's last resort.
Saving grace: An unexpected positive element that redeems a negative situation.
Example: The delicious food was the saving grace of an otherwise disappointing party.
Fine line: A subtle distinction between two things that are easily confused.
Example: There's a fine line between confidence and arrogance.
Raw deal: Unfair or unjust treatment.
Example: Getting passed over for a promotion despite having more experience is a raw deal.
Wishful thinking: Believing something is true despite a lack of evidence or likelihood.
Example: Hoping to win the lottery without buying a ticket is wishful thinking.
Itchy feet: A strong desire to travel and explore new places.
Example: After being stuck in their hometown for months, they had itchy feet and couldn't wait to get away.
Slippery slope: A gradual decline into a worse situation, often starting with a seemingly harmless step.
Example: Skipping one homework assignment might seem harmless, but it can lead to a slippery slope of falling behind in school.
Cold feet: A sudden feeling of doubt or nervousness, often experienced before a major commitment or undertaking.
Example: The bride got cold feet right before the wedding ceremony and called it off.
Level playing field: A situation where everyone has an equal chance of success, without any unfair advantages or disadvantages.
Example: Strict regulations aim to create a level playing field for all businesses in the industry.
Wake-up call: A sudden event or realization that serves as a warning or prompt for change.
Example: Losing their job was a wake-up call for them to start investing in their future career.
Mixed blessing: Something that has both positive and negative aspects, making it difficult to judge its overall impact.
Example: Having a large family can be a mixed blessing, bringing joy and love but also challenges and financial strain.
Progress Test 2 Review Vocab
Chapter 4 and 5
Vocab
Unit 4
Eccentric (adj) strange or unusual, sometimes in a humorous way
Boarding School (n) a school where students live and study
Impression (n) an idea or opinion of what something or someone is like
Spiritualism (n) the belief that living people can communicate with people who have died
Outcry (n) strong expression of anger and disapproval about something made by a group of people or by the public
Deduction (n) the process of reaching a decision or answer by thinking about the known facts or the decision that is reached
Clutch (v) to take or try to take hold of something tightly, usually in fear, worry, or pain
Bedridden (adj) having to stay in bed because of illness or injury
Medium (n) a person who says that they can receive messages from people who are dead
Fascination (n) a state of being greatly interested in or delighted by something
Hoax (n) a plan to deceive someone, such as telling the police there is a bomb when there is not one, or a trick
Uncanny (adj) strange or mysterious, often in a way that is slightly frightening
Escapology (n) the activity of escaping chains, boxes usually for entertainment
Keen (adj) very interested, eager, or wanting (to do) something very much
Duel (n) a formal fight in the past , using guns or swords, arranged between two people as a way of deciding an argument
Athleticism (n) skill in running, jumping, throwing, and similar sports
Disguise (v) to give a new appearance to a person or thing, esp in order to hide its true form
Hook (v) to attract someone’s attention (or encourage them to buy a product or service)
Crate (n) a box made of wood, plastic, metal, esp one divided into parts to hold bottles
Amateur (n) a person who takes part in an activity for pleasure, not as a job
Withstand (v) to be strong enough to remain unharmed by something such as great heat, cold, and pressure
Contort (v) to (cause sth to) twist or bend violently and unnaturally into a different shape or form
Collapse (v) to suddenly fall down or become unconscious because you are ill or weak
Handcuff (n) two metal or plastic rings joined by a short chain that lock around a prisoner’s wrist
Dismiss (v) to refuse to consider someone’s idea, opinion because you think it is not serious, true, or important
Séance (n) a meeting where people try to talk with the dead people
Skeptical (adj) tending to disagree with what other people tell u
Unit 5
Gambits - things that somebody does, or things that somebody says at the beginning of a situation or conversation
Frisson - a sudden strong feeling, especially of excitement or fear
Stalk - to move slowly and quietly towards an animal or a person, in order to kill, catch or harm it or them
Ever-encroaching - slowly beginning to cover or intrude on more and more of an area
Robustly - strongly, with determination
Concession - the act of giving something or allowing something
Bombarded - attacked somebody with a lot of questions, criticisms, etc. or by giving them too much information
Kin - family or relatives
Stamping ground - a place that somebody likes and where they often go to enjoy themselves
Ventured forth - went bravely into an unknown situation which might have been dangerous
Diminutive stature - small size
Pinpoint accuracy - with perfect aim
Jaded - tired and bored, usually because you have had too much of something
Renouncing - stating publicly that you no longer have a particular belief or that you will no longer behave in a particular way
Idiomatic Collocation
Long shot: An attempt with very little chance of success.
Example: Entering a lottery with millions of participants is a long shot, but someone has to win.
Sore point: A sensitive topic that evokes negative emotions like anger or embarrassment.
Example: Discussing past failures can be a sore point for some people.
Foregone conclusion: An outcome that is considered inevitable, almost certain to happen.
Example: The outcome of the election was a foregone conclusion, with the incumbent leading by a wide margin.
Last resort: The final option chosen only when all other possibilities have been exhausted.
Example: After trying all other treatments, surgery became the doctor's last resort.
Saving grace: An unexpected positive element that redeems a negative situation.
Example: The delicious food was the saving grace of an otherwise disappointing party.
Fine line: A subtle distinction between two things that are easily confused.
Example: There's a fine line between confidence and arrogance.
Raw deal: Unfair or unjust treatment.
Example: Getting passed over for a promotion despite having more experience is a raw deal.
Wishful thinking: Believing something is true despite a lack of evidence or likelihood.
Example: Hoping to win the lottery without buying a ticket is wishful thinking.
Itchy feet: A strong desire to travel and explore new places.
Example: After being stuck in their hometown for months, they had itchy feet and couldn't wait to get away.
Slippery slope: A gradual decline into a worse situation, often starting with a seemingly harmless step.
Example: Skipping one homework assignment might seem harmless, but it can lead to a slippery slope of falling behind in school.
Cold feet: A sudden feeling of doubt or nervousness, often experienced before a major commitment or undertaking.
Example: The bride got cold feet right before the wedding ceremony and called it off.
Level playing field: A situation where everyone has an equal chance of success, without any unfair advantages or disadvantages.
Example: Strict regulations aim to create a level playing field for all businesses in the industry.
Wake-up call: A sudden event or realization that serves as a warning or prompt for change.
Example: Losing their job was a wake-up call for them to start investing in their future career.
Mixed blessing: Something that has both positive and negative aspects, making it difficult to judge its overall impact.
Example: Having a large family can be a mixed blessing, bringing joy and love but also challenges and financial strain.
