6 Similar but different: words easily confused Flashcards
arouse
to cause someone to have a particular feeling
Break out
If something dangerous or unpleasant breaks out, it suddenly starts
Breakout
a violent escape, especially by a group, from prison
an increase, especially a sudden one
Complement
to make something else seem better or more attractive when combining with it
Compliment
a remark that expresses approval, admiration, or respect
Continually
in a way that happens repeatedly
Continuously
without a pause or interruption
Damp
slightly wet, especially in a way that is not pleasant or comfortable
Do out
INFORMAL to make a room, cupboard, or drawer thoroughly tidy and clean
to decorate a room
do something out in something
End up
to finally be in a particular place or situation
Hold up
to remain strong or successful
In the shade of
- in (or into) darkness or shadow
2. in (or into) comparative obscurity, or a position of minor importance
In the shadow of
to be very close to a larger building or place
to be in a situation in which something unpleasant either seems likely to happen and to have a bad effect on your life, or is already having a bad effect on your life
Interfere
to involve yourself in a situation when your involvement is not wanted or is not helpful
Intervene
to intentionally become involved in a difficult situation in order to improve it or prevent it from getting worse
to look out
to watch what is happening and be careful
Lookout
a person who watches for danger
Moist
slightly wet, especially in a good way
Out do
to go beyond in action or performance
Outbreak
a time when something suddenly begins, especially a disease or something else dangerous or unpleasant
Outlook
the likely future situation
Rouse
to wake someone up or make someone more active or excited
Safety
a state in which or a place where you are safe and not in danger or at risk
Security
protection of a person, building, organization, or country against threats such as crime or attacks by foreign countries
