5th Terms Flashcards
(10 cards)
Incur
Incur – Meaning: To become subject to something unpleasant or unwelcome, usually as a result of one’s actions
- He incurred a heavy fine for breaking the contract.
- You may incur extra charges if “
- She incurred the anger of her colleagues by ignoring their input.
- Tourists often incur additional fees for baggage and services.
- The company incurred significant losses during the economic downturn.
Straightforward
Straightforward – Meanings:
- Easy to understand or do
Example 1: The instructions were clear and straightforward.
Example 2: It’s a straightforward task—just follow the steps.
- Honest and direct in manner or speech
Example 1: I appreciate her straightforward answers.
Example 2: He was straightforward about his intentions from the beginning.
Predominant
Predominant – Meanings:
- Most common or frequent
Example 1: The predominant language in the region is Spanish.
Example 2: Blue is the predominant color in her artwork.
- Most powerful or influential
Example 1: He played a predominant role in the negotiations.
Example 2: Economic concerns were the predominant factor in their decision.
Drawback
Meaning: A disadvantage or negative aspect of something
- The main drawback of the plan is its high cost.
- One drawback of working from home is the lack of social interaction.
- Solar energy is great, but a major drawback is its dependence on sunlight.
Allocate
Allocate – Meaning: To distribute or assign something for a specific purpose
- The manager allocated tasks to each team member.
- The government allocated funds for education reform.
- We need to allocate more time to planning the project.
- The company allocated additional resources to customer support.
- She allocated part of her income to savings each month.
- Seats were allocated based on the order of registration.
Brisk
Meaning: Quick and energetic (movement, pace, or activity)
- She took a brisk walk before breakfast.
- He spoke in a brisk, no-nonsense tone.
- The meeting was brisk and efficient.
- The wind was brisk and made the morning feel colder.
- Business was brisk at the café during lunch hour.
Inheritance
Meaning:
- Money, property, or assets received from someone after they die
- Traits, qualities, or traditions passed down through generations
Examples:
- She received a large inheritance from her grandmother.
- His eye color is part of his genetic inheritance.
- The family farm was his inheritance.
- Cultural inheritance shapes how people view the world.
- He wasted his inheritance on luxury items.
Hull
Hull – Meanings:
- The main body of a ship or boat (without the masts, sails, or engine)
- The outer covering of a seed, fruit, or vegetable
to take off the outer part of vegetables, rice, grain etc
Examples:
- The ship’s hull was damaged in the storm.
- Divers inspected the hull for cracks.
- He removed the hulls from the sunflower seeds.
- The peas must be hulled before cooking.
- The hull of the boat was painted bright red.
Vent (v.)
Vent – Meanings:
- (Noun) An opening for air, gas, or liquid to pass through
- (Verb) To express strong emotions, especially anger or frustration
Examples:
- (Noun) The bathroom has a small vent for ventilation.
- (Noun) Smoke escaped through a vent in the ceiling.
- (Verb) She needed to vent her frustration after the long day.
- (Verb) He vented his anger by shouting at the wall.
- (Verb) It’s healthier to vent emotions than to bottle them up.
Acquisition
Acquisition – Meanings:
- The act of gaining or obtaining something (such as knowledge, skills, or possessions)
- Something that is acquired, especially a company bought by another company
Examples:
- Language acquisition is easier at a young age.
- The company announced the acquisition of a smaller rival.
- Reading widely aids the acquisition of vocabulary.
- The painting was a recent acquisition by the museum.
- His latest acquisition is a vintage sports car.
