advanced english mid

Question 1

to languish (v.)

Answer 1

To lose strength or remain neglected over time.

Question 2

to surmise (v.)

Answer 2

To guess or infer something without conclusive evidence.

Question 3

discrepancy (n.)

Answer 3

A difference or inconsistency between two or more things.

Question 4

misogynist/misandrist (n.)

Answer 4

A person who hates or discriminates against women (misogynist) or men (misandrist).

Question 5

to steal (one’s) heart

Answer 5

To cause someone to fall in love with you.

Question 6

to be kicked in the face

Answer 6

To experience a harsh or painful setback.

Question 7

the “old boy’s club”

Answer 7

A system dominated by men, especially in business or politics.

Question 8

collective bargaining

Answer 8

Negotiations between employers and employees regarding working conditions.

Question 9

to correlate (v.)

Answer 9

To have a mutual relationship or connection between two or more things.

Question 10

to faze (v.)

Answer 10

To disturb, unsettle, or disconcert someone.

Question 11

to gloat (v.)

Answer 11

To boast or express great self-satisfaction, often at someone else’s expense.

Question 12

introspection (n.)

Answer 12

The act of examining one’s own thoughts and feelings.

Question 13

visceral (adj.)

Answer 13

Relating to deep inward feelings rather than intellect.

Question 14

to run the gamut of

Answer 14

To experience the full range or variety of something.

Question 15

to stand (one’s) ground

Answer 15

To defend one’s position firmly in the face of opposition.

Question 16

to wrinkle (one’s) nose at

Answer 16

To show disapproval or dislike by facial expression.

Question 17

to impair (v.)

Answer 17

To weaken or damage something.

Question 18

plethora (n.)

Answer 18

An excess or large amount of something.

Question 19

intrinsic (adj.)

Answer 19

Belonging naturally; essential.

Question 20

rigorous (adj.)

Answer 20

Extremely thorough, exhaustive, or accurate.

Question 21

static (adj.)

Answer 21

Unchanging over time; lacking movement or development.

Question 22

meta-analysis

Answer 22

A study that combines results of many studies to draw a broader conclusion.

Question 23

longitudinal study

Answer 23

A study conducted over a long period to observe long-term effects.

Question 24

to allege (v.)

Answer 24

To assert something without proof.

Question 25

to refute (v.)

Answer 25

To prove a statement or theory to be wrong or false.

Question 26

detractor (n.)

Answer 26

A person who criticizes someone or something.

Question 27

ad hoc (adj.)

Answer 27

Formed or done for a particular purpose as necessary.

Question 28

to sugar-coat (something)

Answer 28

To make something seem better than it is, often by hiding flaws.

Question 29

to sweeten the pot

Answer 29

To add something extra to make an offer more attractive.

Question 30

icing on the cake

Answer 30

An additional benefit that makes a good situation even better.

Question 31

to sweet talk (sm) into

Answer 31

To persuade someone to do something using flattery or charm.

Question 32

to cater to (v.)

Answer 32

To provide what is needed or desired by a particular group.

Question 33

to prompt (v.)

Answer 33

To cause or bring about an action or feeling.

Question 34

profanity (n.)

Answer 34

Swearing or offensive language.

Question 35

pundit (n.)

Answer 35

An expert who offers opinions to the public.

Question 36

to scratch (one’s) head

Answer 36

To be puzzled or uncertain about something.

Question 37

to whitewash

Answer 37

To cover up faults or unpleasant facts about something.

Question 38

to attenuate (v.)

Answer 38

To reduce in force or weaken the intensity of something.

Question 39

to corroborate (v.)

Answer 39

To confirm or support a statement, theory, or finding.

Question 40

to parse (v.)

Answer 40

To analyze or break something down into its parts.

Question 41

cynical (adj.)

Answer 41

Distrustful of human sincerity or integrity.

Question 42

nefarious (adj.)

Answer 42

Wicked, villainous, or criminal.

Question 43

unilateral (adj.)

Answer 43

Performed by or affecting only one side.

Question 44

to put (one’s) money where (one’s) mouth is

Answer 44

To back up one’s promises or statements with action.

Question 45

to hit pay-dirt

Answer 45

To find sudden success or wealth.

Question 46

to chafe at (v.)

Answer 46

To become irritated or annoyed at something perceived as unfair.

Question 47

to fetishize (v.)

Answer 47

To treat something as an object of sexual desire or excessive attention.

Question 48

arbiter (n.)

Answer 48

A person who settles disputes or has ultimate authority.

Question 49

culmination (n.)

Answer 49

The highest or climactic point of something.

Question 50

pushback (n.)

Answer 50

Resistance or opposition to a plan or idea.

Question 51

obstinate (adj.)

Answer 51

Stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion.

Question 52

to gain traction

Answer 52

To gain support or popularity.

Question 53

to bend over backwards

Answer 53

To make a great effort to accommodate or help.

Question 54

to be on (one’s) radar

Answer 54

To be aware of something and watch it carefully.

Question 55

to exacerbate (v.)

Answer 55

To worsen or intensify a problem or situation.

Question 56

to shelve (v.)

Answer 56

To postpone or put aside.

Question 57

parameter (n.)

Answer 57

A measurable factor that sets limits or conditions.

Question 58

imperative (adj.)

Answer 58

Absolutely necessary or critically important.

Question 59

inadvertent (adj.)

Answer 59

Not intended or planned; accidental.

Question 60

de facto

Answer 60

In practice but not necessarily ordained by law.

Question 61

common law

Answer 61

Law derived from judicial decisions instead of statutes.

Question 62

to incentivize (v.)

Answer 62

To encourage with rewards or benefits.

Question 63

to offset (v.)

Answer 63

To balance or counteract the effect of something.

Question 64

to stigmatize (v.)

Answer 64

To mark someone or something with disgrace or disapproval.

Question 65

robust (adj.)

Answer 65

Strong and healthy; vigorous.

Question 66

ankle biter

Answer 66

A small child, often described in an affectionate or annoyed way.

Question 67

time bomb

Answer 67

A situation that will cause serious problems in the future.

Question 68

common era (CE)

Answer 68

A system of numbering years based on the birth of Christ.

Question 69

to opt for (v.)

Answer 69

To choose one option over another.

Question 70

to skew (v.)

Answer 70

To distort or bias something in a particular direction.

Question 71

allure (n.)

Answer 71

The quality of being attractive or charming.

Question 72

commodification (n.)

Answer 72

The process of turning something into a product for sale.

Question 73

homogenized (adj.)

Answer 73

Made uniform or similar.

Question 74

to be shortsighted

Answer 74

Lacking foresight or consideration for the future.

Question 75

to expunge (v.)

Answer 75

To completely erase or remove something.

Question 76

aphorism (n.)

Answer 76

A concise and witty statement expressing a general truth.

Question 77

dichotomy (n.)

Answer 77

A division or contrast between two things that are entirely different.

Question 78

juxtaposition (n.)

Answer 78

The act or placement of two things side by side for contrast.

Question 79

retroactive (adj.)

Answer 79

Taking effect from a date in the past.

Question 80

orthodox (adj.)

Answer 80

Following traditional or established beliefs or practices.

Question 81

to whitewash

Answer 81

To cover up unpleasant facts or faults.

Question 82

a cautionary tale

Answer 82

A story used to warn others about danger or mistakes.

Question 83

to second guess

Answer 83

To doubt or question a decision or action after it has been made.

Question 84

a poster child

Answer 84

A person who serves as a model of success or excellence.