Day 29 Flashcards
(3 cards)
What does ‘FRUSTRATE’ mean?
To annoy someone or cause someone to be disappointed or discouraged.
Examples: 1. The student’s indifference frustrated the teacher’s efforts to help him. 2. People are frustrated with the politicians. 3. It frustrates me that I’m not able to put any of my ideas into practice. 4. Her lack of progress frustrated her goals. 5. The traffic jam frustrated all the commuters. 6. The complex instructions frustrated the new employee.
What does ‘GARNISH’ mean?
To decorate or embellish (something, especially food).
Examples: 1. The salad has been garnished beautifully with thin orange slices. 2. Garnish the dish with lemon wedges. 3. Garnish the dish with parsley before serving. 4. The chef garnished the plate with edible flowers. 5. She garnished the cake with chocolate shavings. 6. They garnished the cocktails with fresh berries.
What does ‘GRIMACE’ mean?
An ugly, twisted expression on a person’s face, typically expressing disgust, pain, or wry amusement.
Examples: 1. The young lady grimaced in pain as she waited to hear the test results from her MRI. 2. He grimaced in pain as the surgeon removed his bandages. 3. He tried to stand and grimaced with pain. 4. She grimaced at the bitter taste of the medicine. 5. The student grimaced when he saw his test score. 6. The dentist’s patient grimaced during the procedure.
