Fiszki 10.0

Question 1

English 10.0

Convivial

festivo, sociable; gesellig, convivial.

Sociable, genial, warm, friendly, hospitable, affable, cordial, conviviality, gregarious

Answer 1

Having elements of a feast or of entertainment, especially with festivity in eating and drinking.

The group’s convivial atmosphere was infectious, drawing in passersby to join in the impromptu wine tasting and merry singing that filled the street on that lively summer evening.

towarzyski, radosny, przyjazny, serdeczny

Question 2

English 10.0

Pervade

penetrar, permear; durchdringen, verwirklichen

Permeate, penetrate, spread, diffuse, saturate, infuse

Answer 2

To be in every part of; to spread through.

The eerie atmosphere of the abandoned mansion began to pervade the group’s excitement, leaving them with a deep-seated feeling of unease.

przenikać, przepełniać, ogarniać, rozprzestrzeniać się

Question 3

English 10.0

Beseech

rogar, implorar; flehen, bitten

Entreat, implore, beg, plead, supplicate, request, petition.

Answer 3

to ask someone in a polite and serious way

The king’s desperate queen would beseech the mercy of the opposing ruler, hoping to spare her kingdom from the impending destruction.

błagać, prosić, zaklinać

Question 4

English 10.0

A great amount of amusement, usually accompanied by laughter.

Amusement, laughter, merriment, glee, comedy

Think of a word that’s used to describe a solemn occasion, and imagine its complete opposite, with the addition of a loud ‘ah’ sound.

Answer 4

Hilarity

The stand-up comedian’s antics on stage escalated into unbridled hilarity, leaving the audience in stitches and gasping for air.

Wesołość, Rozbawienie, Śmiech

Question 5

English 10.0

Disconcerting, annoying or repulsive; tending to put off.

Repulsive, unpleasant, distasteful, unappealing, annoying, irritating, repellent, disagreeable.

Think of a phrase often used to describe a pushy salesperson’s demeanor, and swap the word ‘salesperson’ with something more general that can fit any annoying situation.

Answer 5

Off-putting

The eerie hotel room with cobwebs in the corner and faded walls created an off-putting atmosphere that made it hard for Sarah to settle in for the night.

odpychający, zniechęcający, nieprzyjemny

Question 6

English 10.0

Nuptial

nupcial, connubial; ehelich, Braut

Wedding, Marriage, Matrimonial, Conjugal, Bridal, Spousal.

Answer 6

Of or pertaining to wedding and marriage; capable of breeding, especially in animals.

The lavish nuptial celebration, complete with a string quartet and candlelit dinner, exceeded the bride’s wildest dreams.

zaślubinowy, małżeński, weselny

Question 7

English 10.0

To change from liquid to solid or semi-solid state, especially due to cooling; to become thick and stiff

Freeze, solidify, harden, gel, set, stiffen, clot, solid.

Think of a cold, icy scene from a winter’s tale, and how words related to it might end similarly.

Answer 7

Congeal

As the night fell and the temperature dropped, the puddle of spilled soup began to congeal into a thick, unappetizing gel on the kitchen floor.

stężeć, zastygnąć, coagulate

Question 8

English 10.0

savvy

astuto, perspicaz; aufgeweckt, gewitzt

Astute, perceptive, discerning, clever, insightful, smart, ingenious, sharp, shrewd

Answer 8

Shrewdness; able to understand and being shrewd, well-informed and perceptive

As a seasoned businesswoman, Sarah’s savvy investor instincts led her to buy out the struggling company and turn it into a thriving success.

sprytny, obeznany, mądry, doświadczony

Question 9

English 10.0

to be at the end of your tether

estar al límite, llegar al extremo; am Ende seiner Kräfte sein, die Geduld verlieren

At breaking point, at the end of one’s rope, fed up, exasperated, frustrated, at one’s wit’s end.

Answer 9

to be extremely tired or frustrated, unable to cope any longer

After dealing with a never-ending stream of complaints from her noisy neighbors, Sarah was at the end of her tether and decided to move to a quieter apartment.

być u granic wytrzymałości, być na skraju wytrzymałości, być w sytuacji bez wyjścia

Question 10

English 10.0

globe-trotting

viajando por el mundo, trotamundos; Reisender, Weltenbummler

traveling, wandering, roaming, voyaging, jet-setting, adventuring

Answer 10

Traveling to many different countries, especially for pleasure.

After quitting her mundane office job, Emily embarked on a thrilling globe-trotting adventure, backpacking across South America and island-hopping in Southeast Asia.

globtroterstwo, podróżowanie po świecie, zwiedzanie świata

Question 11

English 10.0

Of, relating to, or connected with marriage

Marriage, matrimony, wedding, union, wedlock

Think of a similar word that starts with “Matr-“ in English and is related to weddings. The non-English word you are looking for has a similar root and ends in the suffix “-ial”.

Answer 11

Nupital

The young couple’s nuptial ceremony was a grand affair, attended by family and friends from all over the city.

ślubny, małżeński

Question 12

English 10.0

Haughty

Altivo, vanidoso; hochmütig, überheblich

Arrogant, condescending, superior, snooty, disdainful, aloof, proud, imperious, high-handed

Answer 12

Conveying in demeanour the assumption of superiority; disdainful, supercilious.

The fashion model’s haughty demeanor and dismissive tone made her appear unapproachable to fans and reporters alike backstage at the runway show.

arogancki, wyniosły, dumny, nadęty

Question 13

English 10.0

To cross, move from one side to the other; to make an idea evident and successfully explain a thought or feeling.

communicate, convey, transmit, express, impart, reveal, disclose, share.

Think of something you do to move over water, but also sounds like ‘get’ and ‘across’ when put together.

Answer 13

get across

During the heated debate, the speaker struggled to get across her message, as the opposing side constantly interrupted her.

przekazać, dotrzeć do, zrozumieć

Question 14

English 10.0

• A clever trick or deceptive strategy
• A skillfully crafted object or device
• [Literary] The use of technical skill or craftsmanship

Ruse, Deception, Stratagem, Cunning, Guile, Trickery, Subterfuge, Dupery.

Think of something fake, almost like an “art” created to deceive.

Answer 14

Artifice

The movie’s special effects relied on a sophisticated artifice of computer-generated imagery to create the illusion of a futuristic city.

sztuka, podstęp, oszustwo, wyrachowanie

Question 15

English 10.0

To convince not to try or do.

Discourage, deter, dissuade, warn off, deter, deflect, divert, deflect.

‘persuade’, but the opposite action, think of a sound in ‘swade’ games like shade, parade, or trade.

Answer 15

Dissuade

Her parents tried to dissuade her from pursuing a career in acting, but she remained determined to follow her dreams.

odwieść, zniechęcić

Question 16

English 10.0

Avoiding unnecessary expenditure or waste, using resources efficiently.

Thrifty, economical, parsimonious, stingy, prudent, frugal, miserly.

Think of a fruit often eaten in the summer, but add a sound from “rugal” rugs, not the expensive ones.

Answer 16

Frugal

After winning the lottery, surprisingly, she chose to live a frugal life in her small hometown, donating the rest of her winnings to charity.

oszczędny, skromny, oszczędzający

Question 17

English 10.0

Helping or giving support; supplementary or reserved for backup * (grammar) A verb that helps form tenses, moods, and voices of other verbs * A vessel equipped with both sails and engine

Accessory, Subsidiary, Additional, Supplemental, Supporting, Secondary

Think of an “extra pilot”, plus a suffix you often see in words related to ‘help’ or aid.

Answer 17

Auxiliary

The auxiliary forces were deployed to assist the main troops during the critical battle, providing crucial support to their weak points.

pomocniczy, dodatkowy, wspomagający

Question 18

English 10.0

bailout

rescate financiero, ayuda económica; Rettungspaket, Staatsbeihilfe

Rescue, subsidy, salvage, aid, relief, sponsorship

Answer 18

A financial rescue or emergency assistance; exiting an aircraft in flight; backup air supply for scuba diving.

The government authorized a massive bailout of the struggling bank to prevent a nationwide financial crisis.

ratunek, wsparcie finansowe, pomoc finansowa

Question 19

English 10.0

Poise

Equilibrio, compostura; Haltung, Eleganz

Balance, Elegance, Refinement, Composure, Dignity

Answer 19

• Composure and graceful self-assurance; a state of balance or stability; dignified bearing or posture
• [Physics] Unit of dynamic viscosity
• [Archaic] Weight or counterweight

As she walked onto the stage to receive her award, the renowned actress exuded poise, her confident smile and elegant posture captivating the audience.

spokój, równowaga, postawa, umiar

Question 20

English 10.0

Required or obligatory; mandatory; having the power of compulsion.

Mandatory, required, necessary, obligatory, enforced, compulsory

Think of what compels you.

Answer 20

Compulsory

As a condition of their employment contract, all new employees were required to undergo a compulsory training course on workplace safety and emergency procedures.

Obowiązkowy, przymusowy, obligatoryjny

Question 21

English 10.0

To decrease in intensity, force, or amount; to subside or lessen; [Law] to nullify or put an end to

Diminish, decrease, reduce, lessen, mitigate, alleviate

Think of a word like ‘arate’ but change the first letter to a similar vowel-like sound found in words such as ‘about’ or ‘above’, and you’ll find a verb that fits the description.

Answer 21

Abate

As the storm began to lose intensity, the strong winds and heavy rainfall started to abate, bringing a sense of relief to the battered city.

łagodzić, zmniejszać, opadać

Question 22

English 10.0

disproportionate

desproporcionado, excesivo; unverhältnismäßig, übermäßig

uneven, unbalanced, excessive, immoderate, asymmetrical, lopsided, disparate, irregular, unreasonable.

Answer 22

Not proportionate; out of proportion.

The new, luxurious skyscraper stood as a disproportionate monument amidst the small, humble cottages of the village.

nieproporcjonalny, niewspółmierny, nieadekwatny

Question 23

English 10.0

Susceptible

sensible, influenciable; anfällig, empfindlich

Vulnerable, prone, sensitive, receptive, impressionable, open, responsive

Answer 23

Easily influenced, affected, or harmed by something; especially sensitive to physical or emotional effects; vulnerable to infection or disease

Her weak immune system made her more susceptible to catching colds and flu whenever she traveled to new places during the winter months.

podatny, wrażliwy, skłonny

Question 24

English 10.0

Mutiny

amotinamiento, rebelión; Meuterei, Aufstand

Insurrection, uprising, rebellion, revolt, sedition.

Answer 24

An organized rebellion against authority, especially by seamen against their officers; violent commotion, tumult, or strife

The crew’s dissatisfaction with the harsh working conditions and meager pay eventually led to a full-blown mutiny, in which they overthrew the captain and took control of the ship.

bunt, rewolta, sprzeciw

Question 25

# English 10.0 **Wan** | *Débil, Pálido; matt, blass* ## Footnote Pale, faint, weak, feeble, sickly, washed-out

Answer 25

Pale and sickly-looking; lacking vigor or brightness; showing little enthusiasm or interest | *After a tiring day, her face had a wan expression, indicating that she was clearly exhausted and in need of rest.* ## Footnote **blady, mdły, słaby**

Question 26

# English 10.0 **Have half a mind to** | *tener ganas de, sentir el deseo de; halb Lust haben, halbherzig sein* ## Footnote Be inclined to, want to, have a notion to, be tempted to, feel like, be in the mood to

Answer 26

To feel a strong but not quite decisive inclination or temptation to do something | *After being stuck in traffic for hours, I have half a mind to just leave my car on the road and walk the rest of the way home.* ## Footnote **Mieć pół ochoty na, Mieć zamiar, Mieć zamiar coś zrobić**

Question 27

# English 10.0 **Parch** | *resecar, chamuscar; abtrocknen, abbraten* ## Footnote Dry, Wither, Shrink, Desiccate, Dehydrate

Answer 27

To make extremely dry by heat; to scorch or burn the surface; to make very thirsty; [Regional: to boil slowly, as in parched peas] | *After walking for hours under the scorching desert sun, she could feel her skin parch and crack, desperately seeking the relief of a cool oasis.* ## Footnote **płonąć, parzyć, wysychać**

Question 28

# English 10.0 **Fruition** | *realización, logro; Vollendung, Verwirklichung* ## Footnote Outcome, realisation, fulfillment, accomplishment, completion, attainment, actualisation.

Answer 28

* The fulfillment of something worked for * The enjoyment derived from a possession * The condition of bearing fruit | *After years of patiently nurturing her rosebushes, she finally witnessed the fruition of her labor as the first delicate blooms unfolded into vibrant, fragrant flowers.* ## Footnote **spełnienie, realizacja, wykonanie**

Question 29

# English 10.0 Without the knowledge of | *Unnoticed, unseen, unknown, unobserved, unsuspected.* ## Footnote *Think of "known" and then consider its opposite, adding a prefix you might use with "employment"*

Answer 29

**unbeknownst** | *The detective was secretly watching the suspect, unbeknownst to him, as he made his way through the crowded market.* ## Footnote **nieznany, nieświadomy, nieznający, w ukryciu**

Question 30

# English 10.0 **Luddite** | *tecnófobo, reaccionario; Technikfeind, Traditionalist* ## Footnote Technophobe, Philistine, Antiquarian, Conservative, Traditionalist

Answer 30

Someone who is opposed to or suspicious of new technology; a person who rejects or is slow to use technological innovations. | *My grandmother, a self-proclaimed Luddite, still insists on using a paper map and a handwritten calendar instead of a smartphone.* ## Footnote **Luddysta, przeciwnik postępu technologicznego**

Question 31

# English 10.0 To erase, remove, or obscure something completely, often from memory, view, or existence; to destroy or ruin something. | *Obscure, erase, eliminate, expunge, extinguish, conceal.* ## Footnote *Remember a type of paper people use to absorb water, and think of something like erasing or removing a mark or an image completely, almost like "erase" but not exactly that word.*

Answer 31

**Blot out** | *The bright lights of the city skyline tended to blot out the faint stars in the night sky.* ## Footnote **zatamować, wymazać, przesłonić, zatarć**

Question 32

# English 10.0 Totally reprehensible. | *Abhorrent, atrocious, depraved, detestable, odious, repugnant, repulsive.* ## Footnote *Think of a word that resembles 'heinous' in sound when adding 'crime' before it, and what people call someone who commits it.*

Answer 32

**heinous** | *The judge described the brutal murder of the innocent child as a heinous crime that would haunt the community for years to come.* ## Footnote **ohydny, potworny, zbrodniczy, haniebny**

Question 33

# English 10.0 **Off-putting** | *No me atrae, repelente; abstossend, abschreckend* ## Footnote Repulsive, unpleasant, distasteful, unappealing, annoying, irritating, repellent, disagreeable.

Answer 33

Disconcerting, annoying or repulsive; tending to put off. | *The eerie hotel room with cobwebs in the corner and faded walls created an off-putting atmosphere that made it hard for Sarah to settle in for the night.* ## Footnote **odpychający, zniechęcający, nieprzyjemny**

Question 34

# English 10.0 To mock or taunt with insulting remarks; a mocking or derisive comment; [Nautical] a tackle for hoisting ship's yards | *Taunt, mock, jeer, scorn, deride, sneer.* ## Footnote *Cheer but with a twist of spite.*

Answer 34

**Jeer** | *The crowd began to jeer at the comedian's outdated jokes, their mocking laughter and heckling ultimately forcing him to exit the stage.* ## Footnote **wyśmiewać, szydzić, drwić, żartować**

Question 35

# English 10.0 **Get by** | *sobrevivir, subsistir; überleben, zurechtkommen* ## Footnote Survive, manage, subsist, cope, make do, scrape by, muddle through

Answer 35

To subsist; to succeed, survive, or manage, at least at a minimal level. | *Although John struggled to communicate in French during his trip to Paris, he managed to get by using his phrasebook and a friendly hotel staff.* ## Footnote **dać radę, przetrwać, poradzić sobie**

Question 36

# English 10.0 A financial rescue or emergency assistance; exiting an aircraft in flight; backup air supply for scuba diving. | *Rescue, subsidy, salvage, aid, relief, sponsorship* ## Footnote *Think of a type of bond or security - 'bail' is also what you post to get out of jail.*

Answer 36

**bailout** | *The government authorized a massive bailout of the struggling bank to prevent a nationwide financial crisis.* ## Footnote **ratunek, wsparcie finansowe, pomoc finansowa**

Question 37

# English 10.0 **imposing** | *imponente, grandioso; imposant, eindrucksvoll* ## Footnote intimidating, awe-inspiring, formidable, commanding, majestic, monumental, impressive, grandiose, statuesque, humbling.

Answer 37

Magnificent and impressive due to size, appearance, or dignity; to establish or enforce by authority [formal] | *The ancient, imposing castle stood on the hill, its towering spires and grand architecture commanding the respect of everyone in the village below.* ## Footnote **imponujący, majestatyczny, przytłaczający**

Question 38

# English 10.0 To suddenly move back or pull away due to fear or pain | *recoil, cringe, wince, flail, shrink, recoil, jerk, twitch.* ## Footnote *Think of an insect that might make you react in this way.*

Answer 38

**to flinch** | *As the boxer prepared to take a punch from his opponent, he tried to steady himself and not flinch at the impending impact.* ## Footnote **cofnąć się, wzdrygnąć się, zadrżeć, wycofać się**

Question 39

# English 10.0 **Frugal** | *ahorrativo, económico; genügsam, sparsam* ## Footnote Thrifty, economical, parsimonious, stingy, prudent, frugal, miserly.

Answer 39

Avoiding unnecessary expenditure or waste, using resources efficiently. | *After winning the lottery, surprisingly, she chose to live a frugal life in her small hometown, donating the rest of her winnings to charity.* ## Footnote **oszczędny, skromny, oszczędzający**

Question 40

# English 10.0 * Movement of tide flowing away from shore * Gradual decline or decrease * State of depression or low point * [Zoology] European corn bunting bird | *recede, decline, subside, wane, recede* ## Footnote *Think of a word describing the opposite flow movement, and try to find its counterpart.*

Answer 40

**ebb** | *The tide began to ebb, revealing hidden caves and rocky formations that were previously submerged underwater.* ## Footnote **odpływ, maleć, ustępować**

Question 41

# English 10.0 **Airy** | *Ligero, ventilado; luftig, locker* ## Footnote Light, breezy, airy, spacious, roomy, expansive, breezelike, ventilated.

Answer 41

Light and breezy; open to fresh air; lacking substance or seriousness; delicate or graceful | *The grand ballroom, with its high ceilings and large windows, had an airy ambiance that made it perfect for showcasing elegant waltzes.* ## Footnote **przestronny, przewiewny, lekki, eteryczny**

Question 42

# English 10.0 **Brash** | *Descarado, Atrevido; Frech, Draufgängerisch* ## Footnote Impertinent, cheeky, brazen, impudent, forthright, audacious.

Answer 42

* Overly bold, self-assertive, or tactless in behavior * Bright or showy in a tasteless way * Impetuous or rash in actions * [Technical] Brittle, especially when referring to wood or vegetation * [Archaic] A sudden burst of rain; a rash or eruption | *The young entrepreneur's brash claims that his start-up would revolutionize the industry left many potential investors skeptical.* ## Footnote **zuchwały, bezczelny, arogancki**

Question 43

# English 10.0 Luxuriant and ostentatiously magnificent; rich, sumptuous and extravagant. | *Luxurious, sumptuous, lavish, extravagant, ostentatious, grandiose, affluent, resplendent.* ## Footnote *Think of something you might find in an "open" space that sounds similar, but adds an air of luxury.*

Answer 43

**Opulent** | *The luxurious mansion, adorned with crystal chandeliers, marble floors, and priceless artwork, was an opulent testament to the family's extraordinary wealth and exquisite taste.* ## Footnote **luksusowy, bogaty, wystawny, zamożny**

Question 44

# English 10.0 To ignore or avoid talking about something unpleasant or difficult. | *Downplay, trivialize, overlook, sidestep, evade, cover up, whitewash, brush off, minimize.* ## Footnote *If you're polishing something to make it shiny, think of a related verb, and then apply it to hiding a problem.*

Answer 44

**Gloss over something** | *The politician's speech glossed over the controversy surrounding her party's financial scandal, leaving many in the audience feeling uninformed and unsatisfied.* ## Footnote **zbagatelizować coś, zatuszować coś, pomijać coś, prześlizgnąć się nad czymś**

Question 45

# English 10.0 To become less severe, harsh, or strict; to give in after opposing something | *yield, surrender, give in, soften, back down.* ## Footnote *Think of a word that sounds like it could be related to someone's "lent" period, in a figurative sense.*

Answer 45

**relent** | *The determined fire chief refused to relent in his efforts to rescue the family trapped in the burning building.* ## Footnote **ustępować, łagodzić, odpuścić**

Question 46

# English 10.0 Careful and consistent in one's work or efforts; showing a steady and earnest application | *Hardworking, industrious, meticulous, thorough, conscientious, painstaking, devoted, assiduous.* ## Footnote *There's a chance you'll find this word next to 'l', a lot, and close to a female deer.*

Answer 46

**Dilligent** | *Her diligent efforts in researching the subject, from sifting through numerous historical documents to conducting exhaustive fieldwork, culminated in a groundbreaking academic publication that gained her international recognition.* ## Footnote **pilny, sumienny, pracowity**

Question 47

# English 10.0 **Ensconce** | *ocultar, esconder; verstecken, verschanzen* ## Footnote Settle, nestle, install, embed, implant, lodge, ensnare, shelter, retreat.

Answer 47

To place in a secure environment; settle comfortably. | *As the storm raged outside, she decided to ensconce herself in a cozy corner of the library with a warm cup of coffee and a good book.* ## Footnote **ukrywać, schować, zagnieździć**

Question 48

# English 10.0 Sweet-smelling; having a pleasant strong scent or fragrance | *Aromatic, perfumy, sweet-scented, pungent, scented, odoriferous.* ## Footnote *Think of a place you'd find lovely scents, and a type of tree with a similar sound.*

Answer 48

**fragrant** | *As she walked through the garden, the fragrant scent of blooming jasmine wafted through the air, instantly lifting her mood.* ## Footnote **aromatyczny, pachnący, wonny**

Question 49

# English 10.0 **Compulsory** | *obligatorio, obligadory; obligatorisch, verpflichtend* ## Footnote Mandatory, required, necessary, obligatory, enforced, compulsory

Answer 49

Required or obligatory; mandatory; having the power of compulsion. | *As a condition of their employment contract, all new employees were required to undergo a compulsory training course on workplace safety and emergency procedures.* ## Footnote **Obowiązkowy, przymusowy, obligatoryjny**

Question 50

# English 10.0 Loud and harsh; grating or piercing in sound; aggressively forceful in tone | *Harsh, loud, shrill, cacophonous, discordant, ear-piercing, jarring, grating.* ## Footnote *Think of a street and violent sounds*

Answer 50

**strident** | *The strident sound of the squealing brakes on the city bus pierced through the morning air and woke up the sleeping pedestrians on the sidewalk.* ## Footnote **głośny, przenikliwy, ostry, rzężący**

Question 51

# English 10.0 * Decorative gathered or pleated strip of fabric used as trim * To disturb or upset someone's composure * To make something no longer smooth (as wind does to hair) * [Music] A low, vibrating drum beat * [Zoology] A series of egg cases of certain marine snails | *Crumple, wrinkle, rumple, corrugate, crease.* ## Footnote *Think of a gentle sound a bird's feathers might make, and a similar word that means to make someone angry.*

Answer 51

**Ruffle** | *The strong gust of wind managed to ruffle her carefully styled hair, rendering her hours of prep useless.* ## Footnote **falbana, zmarszczka, zawirowanie**

Question 52

# English 10.0 **Dismal** | *Lúgubre, Sombrío; trostlos, düster.* ## Footnote Gloomy, bleak, dismal, depressing, somber, dreary, melancholy.

Answer 52

Disappointingly inadequate; gloomy, bleak, and depressing. | *The old, abandoned mansion on the hill had a dismal atmosphere, with crumbling walls and overgrown gardens that seemed to whisper tales of forgotten grandeur.* ## Footnote **ponury, marny, przygnębiający, fatalny**

Question 53

# English 10.0 Influence or power to make things happen; [British informal] a heavy blow, especially with the hand; [Baseball] a home run | *Influence, power, status, prestige, authority, reputation, importance.* ## Footnote *Some fashion item or a messy household residue has this sound.*

Answer 53

**Clout** | *As a renowned celebrity, her endorsement of the charity had considerable clout, raising millions of dollars in donations within the first week of the campaign.* ## Footnote **wpływ, siła, prestiż**

Question 54

# English 10.0 Deceitful or mischievous acts; causing discomfort or causing annoyance, especially playful mischief by children. | *Mischief, hijinks, antics, mayhem, shenanigancy, monkey business, tomfoolery, capers, pranks.* ## Footnote *Think of a leprechaun's mischief in Ireland, sounds like a common Irish surname.*

Answer 54

**shenanigans** | *The group of mischievous roommates got caught red-handed by their landlord after months of suspicious shenanigans that included loud parties and allegedly hidden pets.* ## Footnote **figle, psoty, wybryki, niegodziwości**

Question 55

# English 10.0 **glug** | *tragar, sorber; glucksen, gurren* ## Footnote Gurgle, gulp, splash, slurp, gulp, swig.

Answer 55

* The sound of liquid being poured from a container * A noisy burst of liquid when poured * To drink or swallow liquid quickly * To pour or flow with a gurgling noise | *As the last bit of juice disappeared down her throat, she let out a satisfied glug, feeling the cool liquid trickle down her esophagus.* ## Footnote **chlapnięcie, bulgotanie**

Question 56

# English 10.0 **Chide** | *regañar, reprender; tadeln, zurechtweisen* ## Footnote Scold, reprimand, reprove, rebuke, admonish.

Answer 56

To admonish in blame; to reproach angrily. | *Her mother would gently chide her for speaking her mind too freely at the dinner table in front of their esteemed guests.* ## Footnote **zbesztać, upominać, ganić, krytykować**

Question 57

# English 10.0 **Lacklustre** | *apagado, insípido; matt, farblos* ## Footnote Dull, Uninspiring, Unenthusiastic, Unimpressive, Mediocre.

Answer 57

Lacking brightness, energy, or enthusiasm; dull or unimpressive | *The new restaurant's lacklustre service and uninspired menu made it a disappointment compared to the rave reviews that had initially drawn in customers.* ## Footnote **matowy, bez wyrazu, nijaki**

Question 58

# English 10.0 **Indefatigable** | *Incansable, inagotable; unermüdlich, unerschöpflich* ## Footnote Tireless, Energetic, Unwavering, Persistent, Unrelenting, Relentless, Steadfast, Unshakeable

Answer 58

Extremely persistent and untiring. | *The famous nurse spent her entire career tirelessly working in disaster zones and war-stricken areas, earning her the reputation of being an indefatigable force for aid and recovery.* ## Footnote **niewyczerpany, niezmordowany, niewątpliwy**

Question 59

# English 10.0 **refute** | *repeler, desacreditar; widerlegen, entkräften* ## Footnote Disprove, contradict, deny, discredit, rebut.

Answer 59

To prove something to be false or incorrect; to deny the truth or correctness of something. | *The scientist's groundbreaking research effectively refuted the long-standing theory that the planet was formed solely from ice.* ## Footnote **obalić, zdementować, podważyć, wyperswadować**

Question 60

# English 10.0 to be extremely tired or frustrated, unable to cope any longer | *At breaking point, at the end of one's rope, fed up, exasperated, frustrated, at one's wit's end.* ## Footnote *Think of a long rope and two common words with similar sounds that describe being extremely exhausted or a thread used for sewing.*

Answer 60

**to be at the end of your tether** | *After dealing with a never-ending stream of complaints from her noisy neighbors, Sarah was at the end of her tether and decided to move to a quieter apartment.* ## Footnote **być u granic wytrzymałości, być na skraju wytrzymałości, być w sytuacji bez wyjścia**

Question 61

# English 10.0 **Precarious** | *Precario, Inseguro; prekär, unsicher* ## Footnote Unstable, hazardous, uncertain, delicate, dangerous, risky, insecure, volatile.

Answer 61

Dangerously insecure or unstable; perilous; depending on the intention of another; relating to incipient caries [mainly dental]. | *The rock climber's precarious position on the edge of the cliff made onlookers hold their breath in fear for her safety.* ## Footnote **niepewny, chwiejny, ryzykowny, nieustabilizowany**

Question 62

# English 10.0 To display or show off ostentatiously; to wave or flutter showily in the wind [archaic] | *Show off, display, parade, exhibit, boast, swagger, prance.* ## Footnote *If "sprout" and "vaunt" sound familiar, merge and switch a vowel.*

Answer 62

**Flaunt** | *She loved to flaunt her expensive diamond necklace at high-profile parties to showcase her newly acquired status.* ## Footnote **zareklamować, popisywać się, afiszować się**

Question 63

# English 10.0 High, tall; idealistic or extremely proud, arrogant; haughty. | *High, elevated, towering, grandiose, majestic.* ## Footnote *Think of an adjective that is high on emotions and sounds like a hole in the roof.*

Answer 63

**Lofty** | *The grand, Gothic cathedral with its soaring spires and stunning stained-glass windows stood as a lofty monument to the city's rich architectural heritage.* ## Footnote **wzniosły, dumny, wysoki, szczytowy**

Question 64

# English 10.0 Lacking brightness, energy, or enthusiasm; dull or unimpressive | *Dull, Uninspiring, Unenthusiastic, Unimpressive, Mediocre.* ## Footnote *Think of a word that's the opposite of "lustre" - you might find in a jewellery store - and add the prefix for something that is missing or insufficient.*

Answer 64

**Lacklustre** | *The new restaurant's lacklustre service and uninspired menu made it a disappointment compared to the rave reviews that had initially drawn in customers.* ## Footnote **matowy, bez wyrazu, nijaki**

Question 65

# English 10.0 To make extremely dry by heat; to scorch or burn the surface; to make very thirsty; [Regional: to boil slowly, as in parched peas] | *Dry, Wither, Shrink, Desiccate, Dehydrate* ## Footnote *Similar to a common verb meaning to make dry and wither, but like a document.*

Answer 65

**Parch** | *After walking for hours under the scorching desert sun, she could feel her skin parch and crack, desperately seeking the relief of a cool oasis.* ## Footnote **płonąć, parzyć, wysychać**

Question 66

# English 10.0 A greenish-blue color; Sky-blue; Any of various lycaenid butterflies, typically blue or greenish-blue | *Azure, Blue, Sapphire, Cobalt, Navy, Sky.* ## Footnote *Think of a musical term and the sea, a color related to them is similar.*

Answer 66

**Cerulean** | *The artist carefully mixed a vibrant cerulean hue into her painting of a clear summer sky to capture the perfect shade of blue.* ## Footnote **błękitny, cerulean**

Question 67

# English 10.0 **Abhor** | *aborrecer, detestar; verabscheuen, hassen* ## Footnote Detest, loathe, despise, abjure, execrate, detestable, scorn, hate

Answer 67

To feel intense hatred, disgust, or loathing towards something; to detest completely [formal] | *The activist passionately expressed her absolute disgust and strongly abhor the government's inhumane treatment of the refugees in the overcrowded camps.* ## Footnote **odrażać, nienawidzić, brzydzić się**

Question 68

# English 10.0 * Friendly, sociable and comfortable meeting new people * Departing or leaving (a position, place, or office) * Ready to be sent out [for mail] | *Sociable, extroverted, friendly, gregarious, talkative, convivial, affable, vivacious.* ## Footnote *Think of the opposite of someone staying in a group, sounds like "go" with its opposite direction added at the end, and imagine the "out" part also being the initial direction of the word's character.*

Answer 68

**Outgoing** | *As the life of the party, Rachel's outgoing personality instantly drew the attention of everyone at the gathering and soon she was chatting with people from all walks of life.* ## Footnote **towarzyski, otwarty, wychodzący**

Question 69

# English 10.0 Producing a display of lustrous, rainbow-like colors, or brilliant, lustrous, or colorful. | *Dazzling, shimmering, luminous, radiant, glittering, sparkling, lustrous, prismatic, resplendent, shimmering, scintillating.* ## Footnote *Think of a beautiful butterfly or a diamond, and an adjective that starts with 'ir' like 'iron' but sounds more poetic.*

Answer 69

**Iridescent** | *The delicate butterfly's wings shimmered with an iridescent glow as they caught the sunlight and danced across the garden.* ## Footnote **irysowy, migotliwy, opalizujący**

Question 70

# English 10.0 **Spendthrift** | *derrochador, gastador; Verschwender, Geldverschwendter* ## Footnote Wastrel, profligate, squanderer, extravagant person, lavish spender.

Answer 70

Someone who spends money improvidently or wastefully; extravagant or lavish in a way that is considered profligate and wasteful. | *His extravagant lifestyle and tendency to splurge on luxury items earned him a reputation as a notorious spendthrift among his financially responsible friends.* ## Footnote **rozrzutnik, marnotrawca**

Question 71

# English 10.0 Mostly, generally; with few exceptions | *On the whole, generally, mostly, largely, mainly, primarily* ## Footnote *Think of a scale used for sailing boats and a phrase often said quickly, then combine their sounds.*

Answer 71

**by and large** | *The team, by and large, played an excellent game, despite a few individual mistakes that nearly cost them the championship title.* ## Footnote **generalnie, w zasadzie, w dużej mierze, ogólnie rzecz biorąc**

Question 72

# English 10.0 **Curdle** | *Cuajar, coagular; gerinnen, stocken* ## Footnote Coagulate, curd, clot, gel, congeal, solidify, set, thicken.

Answer 72

To form curds so that it no longer flows smoothly, typically in milk; to clot or coagulate blood; to cause a liquid to spoil and form clumps. | *The chef's attempt to make a light and airy omelette was ruined when the eggs began to curdle as soon as he added the boiling water.* ## Footnote **zsiadłe mleko, skrzep, coagulate**

Question 73

# English 10.0 A true but unwelcome statement. | *unpleasant fact, harsh reality, bitter truth, unpalatable reality, unpleasant reality* ## Footnote *"Homes" and a "cruel truth that's often hard to hear", sounds similar to "this popular place where the heart is"*

Answer 73

**home truth** | *Her father sat her down to discuss her spending habits, and gently revealed the uncomfortable home truth that she was going broke.* ## Footnote **prawda życiowa, gorzka prawda, oczywista prawda**

Question 74

# English 10.0 To feel a strong but not quite decisive inclination or temptation to do something | *Be inclined to, want to, have a notion to, be tempted to, feel like, be in the mood to* ## Footnote *Split in two, like a decision that's divided.*

Answer 74

**Have half a mind to** | *After being stuck in traffic for hours, I have half a mind to just leave my car on the road and walk the rest of the way home.* ## Footnote **Mieć pół ochoty na, Mieć zamiar, Mieć zamiar coś zrobić**

Question 75

# English 10.0 **Consumate** | *perfeccionar, consumar; vervollkommnen, perfektionieren* ## Footnote Proficient, skilled, accomplished, expert, masterful

Answer 75

Extremely skilled or accomplished; or thoroughly completed | *The renowned pianist's consummate performance of Chopin's Nocturne left the mesmerized audience in awe, a testament to her years of devoted practice and unwavering perfectionism.* ## Footnote **zrealizować, doskonały, pełny, spełniony**

Question 76

# English 10.0 **Congeal** | *congelar, solidificar; gefrieren, erkälten* ## Footnote Freeze, solidify, harden, gel, set, stiffen, clot, solid.

Answer 76

To change from liquid to solid or semi-solid state, especially due to cooling; to become thick and stiff | *As the night fell and the temperature dropped, the puddle of spilled soup began to congeal into a thick, unappetizing gel on the kitchen floor.* ## Footnote **stężeć, zastygnąć, coagulate**

Question 77

# English 10.0 Magnificent and impressive due to size, appearance, or dignity; to establish or enforce by authority [formal] | *intimidating, awe-inspiring, formidable, commanding, majestic, monumental, impressive, grandiose, statuesque, humbling.* ## Footnote *Think of the word that sounds like "posing" but with an extra syllable at the beginning.*

Answer 77

**imposing** | *The ancient, imposing castle stood on the hill, its towering spires and grand architecture commanding the respect of everyone in the village below.* ## Footnote **imponujący, majestatyczny, przytłaczający**

Question 78

# English 10.0 To admonish in blame; to reproach angrily. | *Scold, reprimand, reprove, rebuke, admonish.* ## Footnote *Think of hiding from scolding with a 'ch'.*

Answer 78

**Chide** | *Her mother would gently chide her for speaking her mind too freely at the dinner table in front of their esteemed guests.* ## Footnote **zbesztać, upominać, ganić, krytykować**

Question 79

# English 10.0 **Resplendent** | *Resplandeciente, radiante; glanzvoll, strahlend* ## Footnote Magnificent, Dazzling, Stunning, Brilliant, Radiant, Gorgeous, Glorious, Splendid

Answer 79

Shiny and colourful, and thus pleasing to the eye; exhibiting the property of resplendency in Peano arithmetic. | *The fireworks exploded in the night sky, creating a resplendent display of vibrant colors that left the entire crowd in awe.* ## Footnote **wspaniały, olśniewający, promienny, błyszczący**

Question 80

# English 10.0 To be in every part of; to spread through. | *Permeate, penetrate, spread, diffuse, saturate, infuse* ## Footnote *Think of something that invades, but in a subtle, widespread way; the 'ade' in lemonade may help you find this word.*

Answer 80

**Pervade** | *The eerie atmosphere of the abandoned mansion began to pervade the group's excitement, leaving them with a deep-seated feeling of unease.* ## Footnote **przenikać, przepełniać, ogarniać, rozprzestrzeniać się**

Question 81

# English 10.0 * Uninterrupted flow or connection in space or time * Mathematical property of functions that change smoothly * Consistency in storylines across multiple episodes or works * Consistency between different shots in film * [Broadcasting] Messages between TV or radio programs | *Permanence, succession, coherence, flow, uniformity, consistency, steadiness, persistence, extension, prolongation.* ## Footnote *Think of "continue" and add a suffix often used to form nouns related to states or processes.*

Answer 81

**continuity** | *The film editor worked tirelessly to ensure the continuity of the scenes, making sure that the main character's hairstyle and outfit remained consistent throughout the movie.* ## Footnote **ciągłość, kontynuacja**

Question 82

# English 10.0 **Rudder** | *Timón, Dirección; Steuer, Ruder* ## Footnote Steering gear, helm, tiller, aerfoil, stabilizer

Answer 82

A flat, movable control surface used to steer a vessel in water or an aircraft in flight; [archaic] a riddle or sieve | *As the captain gripped the worn wooden handle, he carefully adjusted the rudder to steer the vintage sailboat through the choppy waters of the stormy ocean.* ## Footnote **ster, rura sterowa**

Question 83

# English 10.0 * Overly bold, self-assertive, or tactless in behavior * Bright or showy in a tasteless way * Impetuous or rash in actions * [Technical] Brittle, especially when referring to wood or vegetation * [Archaic] A sudden burst of rain; a rash or eruption | *Impertinent, cheeky, brazen, impudent, forthright, audacious.* ## Footnote *Think of the sound in 'Crash' and add a royal touch.*

Answer 83

**Brash** | *The young entrepreneur's brash claims that his start-up would revolutionize the industry left many potential investors skeptical.* ## Footnote **zuchwały, bezczelny, arogancki**

Question 84

# English 10.0 **Outgoing** | *extrovertido, sociable; aufgeschlossen, gesellig* ## Footnote Sociable, extroverted, friendly, gregarious, talkative, convivial, affable, vivacious.

Answer 84

* Friendly, sociable and comfortable meeting new people * Departing or leaving (a position, place, or office) * Ready to be sent out [for mail] | *As the life of the party, Rachel's outgoing personality instantly drew the attention of everyone at the gathering and soon she was chatting with people from all walks of life.* ## Footnote **towarzyski, otwarty, wychodzący**

Question 85

# English 10.0 Shrewdness; able to understand and being shrewd, well-informed and perceptive | *Astute, perceptive, discerning, clever, insightful, smart, ingenious, sharp, shrewd* ## Footnote *Think of a word for a skillful sailor.*

Answer 85

**savvy** | *As a seasoned businesswoman, Sarah's savvy investor instincts led her to buy out the struggling company and turn it into a thriving success.* ## Footnote **sprytny, obeznany, mądry, doświadczony**

Question 86

# English 10.0 **Iridescent** | *iridiscente, opalino; irisierend, schillernd* ## Footnote Dazzling, shimmering, luminous, radiant, glittering, sparkling, lustrous, prismatic, resplendent, shimmering, scintillating.

Answer 86

Producing a display of lustrous, rainbow-like colors, or brilliant, lustrous, or colorful. | *The delicate butterfly's wings shimmered with an iridescent glow as they caught the sunlight and danced across the garden.* ## Footnote **irysowy, migotliwy, opalizujący**

Question 87

# English 10.0 **Crutch** | *muleta, bastón; Stock, Krücke* ## Footnote Support, prop, cane, aid, staff, walking stick.

Answer 87

* A support device used under the arm to help walking * Something relied on for dependency or support, often unnecessarily * [Archaic] The area where legs meet the body; a crotch | *After the painful injury, Carlos had to rely on a crutch for several weeks to support his unsteady gait and alleviate the strain on his broken ankle while it healed.* ## Footnote **kule, podpórka**

Question 88

# English 10.0 To prove something to be false or incorrect; to deny the truth or correctness of something. | *Disprove, contradict, deny, discredit, rebut.* ## Footnote *Think of a word that completes "futebol" in Brazilian sports slang.*

Answer 88

**refute** | *The scientist's groundbreaking research effectively refuted the long-standing theory that the planet was formed solely from ice.* ## Footnote **obalić, zdementować, podważyć, wyperswadować**

Question 89

# English 10.0 Favorable to growth or yielding benefits. | *productive, fertile, prolific, abundant, successful, thriving* ## Footnote *Think of full, and a fruit often eaten with pits.*

Answer 89

**fruitful** | *Her dedication and perseverance made her trip to Japan a fruitful experience, as she formed lasting connections and gathered valuable insights into the country's culture.* ## Footnote **owocny, produktywny, płodny**

Question 90

# English 10.0 To form curds so that it no longer flows smoothly, typically in milk; to clot or coagulate blood; to cause a liquid to spoil and form clumps. | *Coagulate, curd, clot, gel, congeal, solidify, set, thicken.* ## Footnote *Sounds like "hurdle" but with a culinary twist and related to changes in milk or eggs.*

Answer 90

**Curdle** | *The chef's attempt to make a light and airy omelette was ruined when the eggs began to curdle as soon as he added the boiling water.* ## Footnote **zsiadłe mleko, skrzep, coagulate**

Question 91

# English 10.0 A temporary period of quiet or reduced activity; to soothe or calm someone, often by gentle sounds or motions | *Soothe, calm, quiet, hush, tranquillize, pacify, gentle.* ## Footnote *Think of a popular Christmas carol, then remove "a" from the verb inside it.*

Answer 91

**Lull** | *The gentle humming of the air conditioner's motor began to lull her into a deep and soothing sleep.* ## Footnote **kołysanie, uspokojenie, uśpienie**

Question 92

# English 10.0 Traveling to many different countries, especially for pleasure. | *traveling, wandering, roaming, voyaging, jet-setting, adventuring* ## Footnote *Think of traveling, and what you might use to look at all the places you'd like to visit, and then add running to it.*

Answer 92

**globe-trotting** | *After quitting her mundane office job, Emily embarked on a thrilling globe-trotting adventure, backpacking across South America and island-hopping in Southeast Asia.* ## Footnote **globtroterstwo, podróżowanie po świecie, zwiedzanie świata**

Question 93

# English 10.0 **wagering** | *Apuestar, Jugar; Wetten, Glücksspiel* ## Footnote Betting, gaming, speculation, staking, poker, gaming

Answer 93

Betting or gambling, typically involving risking money on an uncertain outcome | *The Las Vegas casinos thrive on the constant flow of tourists engaged in high-stakes wagering, many hoping to win big and beat the odds.* ## Footnote **zakłady, hazard**

Question 94

# English 10.0 A state of dreaming while awake or musing; a loose train of thought. * An extravagant imagination vision. * [Archaic] A caper or frolic, merriment. | *Daydream, trance, fantasy, musing, meditation, abstraction, contemplation.* ## Footnote *Think of a state similar to a daydream, and recall a word associated with 'revere'.*

Answer 94

**Reverie** | *As she strolled along the serene lake at sunset, she drifted into a gentle reverie, the sound of the water lapping against the shore mixing with the memories of her childhood summers.* ## Footnote **marzenia, marzenia na jawie, zaduma, kontemplacja**

Question 95

# English 10.0 * The fulfillment of something worked for * The enjoyment derived from a possession * The condition of bearing fruit | *Outcome, realisation, fulfillment, accomplishment, completion, attainment, actualisation.* ## Footnote *"Think of a fruit, but not to eat, think of when something reaches its final stage of development."*

Answer 95

**Fruition** | *After years of patiently nurturing her rosebushes, she finally witnessed the fruition of her labor as the first delicate blooms unfolded into vibrant, fragrant flowers.* ## Footnote **spełnienie, realizacja, wykonanie**

Question 96

# English 10.0 **Hilarity** | *hilaridad, regocijo; Heiterkeit, Fröhlichkeit* ## Footnote Amusement, laughter, merriment, glee, comedy

Answer 96

A great amount of amusement, usually accompanied by laughter. | *The stand-up comedian's antics on stage escalated into unbridled hilarity, leaving the audience in stitches and gasping for air.* ## Footnote **Wesołość, Rozbawienie, Śmiech**

Question 97

# English 10.0 **Lull** | *Arrullar, adormecer; Wiegen, einschläfern* ## Footnote Soothe, calm, quiet, hush, tranquillize, pacify, gentle.

Answer 97

A temporary period of quiet or reduced activity; to soothe or calm someone, often by gentle sounds or motions | *The gentle humming of the air conditioner's motor began to lull her into a deep and soothing sleep.* ## Footnote **kołysanie, uspokojenie, uśpienie**

Question 98

# English 10.0 To place in a secure environment; settle comfortably. | *Settle, nestle, install, embed, implant, lodge, ensnare, shelter, retreat.* ## Footnote *Sounds like "scone" and shares a sense of settling with another word that starts with "en" and ends with a verb you do to a ship.*

Answer 98

**Ensconce** | *As the storm raged outside, she decided to ensconce herself in a cozy corner of the library with a warm cup of coffee and a good book.* ## Footnote **ukrywać, schować, zagnieździć**

Question 99

# English 10.0 **Clout** | *influencia, peso; Einfluss, Ansehen* ## Footnote Influence, power, status, prestige, authority, reputation, importance.

Answer 99

Influence or power to make things happen; [British informal] a heavy blow, especially with the hand; [Baseball] a home run | *As a renowned celebrity, her endorsement of the charity had considerable clout, raising millions of dollars in donations within the first week of the campaign.* ## Footnote **wpływ, siła, prestiż**

Question 100

# English 10.0 * Not bright or clear; faint or weak * To make or become less bright * [Informal] Not intelligent or quick to understand * [Often in phrase "take a dim view of"] Unfavorable or disapproving | *Faint, Dull, Weak, Murky, Gloomy, Obscure, Shadowy* ## Footnote *Think of a light switch, but this word is the opposite of bright.*

Answer 100

**Dim** | *The dim light in the old mansion cast long, ominous shadows on the walls as I walked through the abandoned halls.* ## Footnote **przyćmiony, stłumiony, ciemny**

Question 101

# English 10.0 **Know something inside out** | *dominar a la perfección, conocer de memoria; im Grunde kennen, wie sie hinten hinausgeht* ## Footnote be familiar with, be well-versed in, be conversant with, master, grasp

Answer 101

to be extremely familiar with something | *After decades of working at various positions within the company, the CEO knew the business inside out, from its intricate financial structures to the smallest details of its daily operations.* ## Footnote **znać coś na wylot, dobrze coś znać, znać coś dogłębnie**

Question 102

# English 10.0 Extremely skilled or accomplished; or thoroughly completed | *Proficient, skilled, accomplished, expert, masterful* ## Footnote *Sounds almost like the end action of a busy day with food.*

Answer 102

**Consumate** | *The renowned pianist's consummate performance of Chopin's Nocturne left the mesmerized audience in awe, a testament to her years of devoted practice and unwavering perfectionism.* ## Footnote **zrealizować, doskonały, pełny, spełniony**

Question 103

# English 10.0 **right on the money** | *En el clavo, estar en lo cierto; exakt richtig, auf den Punkt* ## Footnote spot on, exactly right, on the nail, on target, bang on, dead on, precisely

Answer 103

Completely accurate or exact; precisely correct. | *The financial advisor's prediction that the company's stock would rise by 20% proved to be right on the money when the price surged to exactly that amount six months later.* ## Footnote **w samą dziesiątkę, trafiony, wprost w sedno**

Question 104

# English 10.0 **Nupital** | The word "Nupital" refers to related to marriage. However, The term 'nup ## Footnote Marriage, matrimony, wedding, union, wedlock

Answer 104

Of, relating to, or connected with marriage | *The young couple's nuptial ceremony was a grand affair, attended by family and friends from all over the city.* ## Footnote **ślubny, małżeński**

Question 105

# English 10.0 Easily influenced, affected, or harmed by something; especially sensitive to physical or emotional effects; vulnerable to infection or disease | *Vulnerable, prone, sensitive, receptive, impressionable, open, responsive* ## Footnote *Think of a suspect, and the word that describes how they get caught, then remove "spect" and "ible" to reveal the key.*

Answer 105

**Susceptible** | *Her weak immune system made her more susceptible to catching colds and flu whenever she traveled to new places during the winter months.* ## Footnote **podatny, wrażliwy, skłonny**

Question 106

# English 10.0 To persist or continue to the end. | *persevere, hang in there, hold on, endure, persist, remain, abide, see it through, keep going, push through.* ## Footnote *Similar to an appendage made of wood used for walking.*

Answer 106

**stick it out** | *Although she found her new job challenging, Emily decided to stick it out for at least six months to gain some experience in the industry.* ## Footnote **wytrzymać, przetrwać**

Question 107

# English 10.0 **ebb** | *disminuir, menguar; abebben, dahinschwinden* ## Footnote recede, decline, subside, wane, recede

Answer 107

* Movement of tide flowing away from shore * Gradual decline or decrease * State of depression or low point * [Zoology] European corn bunting bird | *The tide began to ebb, revealing hidden caves and rocky formations that were previously submerged underwater.* ## Footnote **odpływ, maleć, ustępować**

Question 108

# English 10.0 Leave one's usual place of residence for a short trip, typically on a Friday to Monday. | *Take a weekend break, get out of town, have a short trip, leave for a few days, take a mini vacation, go on a weekend getaway, have a brief escape, make a quick escape* ## Footnote *Think of a similar phrase, but just for one night, and the word that completes 'end the week', then take away the shorter one, and break it down to the first part of that verb and 'end'.*

Answer 108

**Go away for the weekend** | *After a long and exhausting week, Sarah and her husband decided to go away for the weekend to a beach resort to unwind and rejuvenate themselves.* ## Footnote **Wybierz się na weekend, Wyjedź na weekend**

Question 109

# English 10.0 Conveying in demeanour the assumption of superiority; disdainful, supercilious. | *Arrogant, condescending, superior, snooty, disdainful, aloof, proud, imperious, high-handed* ## Footnote *Think of an old boastful relative, and 'high' attitude, and how 'eight' letters might just take you to the correct word.*

Answer 109

**Haughty** | *The fashion model's haughty demeanor and dismissive tone made her appear unapproachable to fans and reporters alike backstage at the runway show.* ## Footnote **arogancki, wyniosły, dumny, nadęty**

Question 110

# English 10.0 Just beginning to exist or develop; emerging from nothing | *Emergent, fledgling, incipient, immature, embryonic, developing, rudimentary* ## Footnote *You might recall a word ending in '-cent' related to a hundred. Think of a development stage, similar to 'infant' without the 'i'.*

Answer 110

**Nascent** | *The young startup's nascent ideas for a sustainable future were recognized and funded by a prominent tech investor.* ## Footnote **wschodzący, nowy, początkowy**

Question 111

# English 10.0 An earlier case, decision, or event used as a guide or example for similar situations; an established custom or practice | *Model, example, guideline, standard, benchmark, prototype, pattern.* ## Footnote *Think of a word for "to come before" with a suffix like "student".*

Answer 111

**precedent** | *The landmark court case set a precedent for future lawsuits involving environmental damage caused by corporate negligence.* ## Footnote **precedens, przykład, ustalenie, poprzednik**

Question 112

# English 10.0 **heinous** | *atroz, nefasto; abscheulich, entsetzlich* ## Footnote Abhorrent, atrocious, depraved, detestable, odious, repugnant, repulsive.

Answer 112

Totally reprehensible. | *The judge described the brutal murder of the innocent child as a heinous crime that would haunt the community for years to come.* ## Footnote **ohydny, potworny, zbrodniczy, haniebny**

Question 113

# English 10.0 Complete and careful in every detail; absolute or utter | *Comprehensive, meticulous, exhaustive, detailed, methodical, thoroughgoing.* ## Footnote *Similar sound to 'through' but meaning something is done carefully from start to finish.*

Answer 113

**thorough** | *The detective conducted a thorough investigation of the crime scene, meticulously examining every shred of evidence and interviewing multiple witnesses.* ## Footnote **dokładny, skrupulatny, staranny**

Question 114

# English 10.0 Disappointingly inadequate; gloomy, bleak, and depressing. | *Gloomy, bleak, dismal, depressing, somber, dreary, melancholy.* ## Footnote *"Sound similar to a disorder with sugar"*

Answer 114

**Dismal** | *The old, abandoned mansion on the hill had a dismal atmosphere, with crumbling walls and overgrown gardens that seemed to whisper tales of forgotten grandeur.* ## Footnote **ponury, marny, przygnębiający, fatalny**

Question 115

# English 10.0 Someone who is opposed to or suspicious of new technology; a person who rejects or is slow to use technological innovations. | *Technophobe, Philistine, Antiquarian, Conservative, Traditionalist* ## Footnote *Think of a person who's not a fan of Google, but loves textiles and industry in the 19th century.*

Answer 115

**Luddite** | *My grandmother, a self-proclaimed Luddite, still insists on using a paper map and a handwritten calendar instead of a smartphone.* ## Footnote **Luddysta, przeciwnik postępu technologicznego**

Question 116

# English 10.0 * The sound of liquid being poured from a container * A noisy burst of liquid when poured * To drink or swallow liquid quickly * To pour or flow with a gurgling noise | *Gurgle, gulp, splash, slurp, gulp, swig.* ## Footnote *Think of a drink that goes "gulp".*

Answer 116

**glug** | *As the last bit of juice disappeared down her throat, she let out a satisfied glug, feeling the cool liquid trickle down her esophagus.* ## Footnote **chlapnięcie, bulgotanie**

Question 117

# English 10.0 **continuity** | *Continuidad, coherencia; Kontinuität, Kontinuierlichkeit* ## Footnote Permanence, succession, coherence, flow, uniformity, consistency, steadiness, persistence, extension, prolongation.

Answer 117

* Uninterrupted flow or connection in space or time * Mathematical property of functions that change smoothly * Consistency in storylines across multiple episodes or works * Consistency between different shots in film * [Broadcasting] Messages between TV or radio programs | `*The film editor worked tirelessly to ensure the continuity of the scen ## Footnote **ciągłość, kontynuacja**

Question 118

# English 10.0 To subsist; to succeed, survive, or manage, at least at a minimal level. | *Survive, manage, subsist, cope, make do, scrape by, muddle through* ## Footnote *Remember the verb that sounds similar and means to acquire or obtain, it has the same ending.*

Answer 118

**Get by** | *Although John struggled to communicate in French during his trip to Paris, he managed to get by using his phrasebook and a friendly hotel staff.* ## Footnote **dać radę, przetrwać, poradzić sobie**

Question 119

# English 10.0 Light and breezy; open to fresh air; lacking substance or seriousness; delicate or graceful | *Light, breezy, airy, spacious, roomy, expansive, breezelike, ventilated.* ## Footnote *Think of "Hair" and then consider somewhere you might find it: outside where it's free flowing.*

Answer 119

**Airy** | *The grand ballroom, with its high ceilings and large windows, had an airy ambiance that made it perfect for showcasing elegant waltzes.* ## Footnote **przestronny, przewiewny, lekki, eteryczny**

Question 120

# English 10.0 * A support device used under the arm to help walking * Something relied on for dependency or support, often unnecessarily * [Archaic] The area where legs meet the body; a crotch | *Support, prop, cane, aid, staff, walking stick.* ## Footnote *Think of something a witch might ride, and shorten it.*

Answer 120

**Crutch** | *After the painful injury, Carlos had to rely on a crutch for several weeks to support his unsteady gait and alleviate the strain on his broken ankle while it healed.* ## Footnote **kule, podpórka**

Question 121

# English 10.0 **precedent** | *precedente, antecedente; Vorgänger, Präzedenzfall* ## Footnote Model, example, guideline, standard, benchmark, prototype, pattern.

Answer 121

An earlier case, decision, or event used as a guide or example for similar situations; an established custom or practice | *The landmark court case set a precedent for future lawsuits involving environmental damage caused by corporate negligence.* ## Footnote **precedens, przykład, ustalenie, poprzednik**

Question 122

# English 10.0 Later in relation to the proper time something should have happened | *Late, delayed, overdue, tardy, postponed* ## Footnote *Late, but in a way that's slightly delayed from just that single word.*

Answer 122

**Belated** | *Her belated birthday wish to her sister was met with a mixture of gratitude and laughter, as it arrived a whole week after the actual celebration.* ## Footnote **Opóźniony, Spóźniony, Zaległy**

Question 123

# English 10.0 **to flinch** | *encogerse, retroceder; zurückweichen, zusammenzucken* ## Footnote recoil, cringe, wince, flail, shrink, recoil, jerk, twitch.

Answer 123

To suddenly move back or pull away due to fear or pain | *As the boxer prepared to take a punch from his opponent, he tried to steady himself and not flinch at the impending impact.* ## Footnote **cofnąć się, wzdrygnąć się, zadrżeć, wycofać się**

Question 124

# English 10.0 **Artifice** | *artimaña, ardid;List, Trick* ## Footnote Ruse, Deception, Stratagem, Cunning, Guile, Trickery, Subterfuge, Dupery.

Answer 124

* A clever trick or deceptive strategy * A skillfully crafted object or device * [Literary] The use of technical skill or craftsmanship | *The movie's special effects relied on a sophisticated artifice of computer-generated imagery to create the illusion of a futuristic city.* ## Footnote **sztuka, podstęp, oszustwo, wyrachowanie**

Question 125

# English 10.0 **convolute** | *enrollarse, retorcerse; einrollen, aufwickeln* ## Footnote complicate, twist, entwine, confound, perplex, obfuscate

Answer 125

To make unnecessarily complex; to twist or coil into overlapping layers * [Botany] Describes a leaf rolled into a spiral with one edge inside and one outside | *The politician's response was deliberately convolute, weaving together vague statements and unrelated data to obscure the truth about the government's involvement.* ## Footnote **zawiły, pokręcony, skomplikowany**

Question 126

# English 10.0 **Go away for the weekend** | *salir de fin de semana, ir de fin de semana; verreisen am Wochenende, übers Wochenende wegfahren* ## Footnote Take a weekend break, get out of town, have a short trip, leave for a few days, take a mini vacation, go on a weekend getaway, have a brief escape, make a quick escape

Answer 126

Leave one's usual place of residence for a short trip, typically on a Friday to Monday. | *After a long and exhausting week, Sarah and her husband decided to go away for the weekend to a beach resort to unwind and rejuvenate themselves.* ## Footnote **Wybierz się na weekend, Wyjedź na weekend**

Question 127

# English 10.0 **Lie through teeth** | *Hochstapeln, lügen; mentir descaradamente, decir una mentira.* ## Footnote Deceive, mislead, fabricate, distort, dishonest, dissemble, prevaricate, dissimulate.

Answer 127

To tell a blatant or obvious lie | *When questioned by police, the suspect continued to lie through his teeth, denying any involvement in the crime despite overwhelming evidence against him.* ## Footnote **kłamać w żywe oczy, oszukiwać, mijać się z prawdą**

Question 128

# English 10.0 **fruitful** | *fructífero, provechoso; fruchtbar, ergiebig* ## Footnote productive, fertile, prolific, abundant, successful, thriving

Answer 128

Favorable to growth or yielding benefits. | *Her dedication and perseverance made her trip to Japan a fruitful experience, as she formed lasting connections and gathered valuable insights into the country's culture.* ## Footnote **owocny, produktywny, płodny**

Question 129

# English 10.0 Extremely persistent and untiring. | *Tireless, Energetic, Unwavering, Persistent, Unrelenting, Relentless, Steadfast, Unshakeable* ## Footnote *Think of a word that sounds like having lots of "fat" to keep going, similar to tireless, where one prefix is repeated.*

Answer 129

**Indefatigable** | *The famous nurse spent her entire career tirelessly working in disaster zones and war-stricken areas, earning her the reputation of being an indefatigable force for aid and recovery.* ## Footnote **niewyczerpany, niezmordowany, niewątpliwy**

Question 130

# English 10.0 A film, novel, or other work with a sad, emotionally charged passage or ending, often causing the audience to cry. | *Melodrama, sentimental drama, weepy, tragedy, sad story, sob story.* ## Footnote *Think of droplets often associated with sad movies, and recall a song by Red Hot Chili Peppers.*

Answer 130

**Tearjerker** | *The 90-year-old grandmother's tearjerker of a farewell speech left everyone in the audience clutching tissues and struggling to hold back their emotions.* ## Footnote **dramat, wzruszająca historia, sentymentalny utwór**

Question 131

# English 10.0 **on the whole** | *en general, globalmente; im Großen und Ganzen, insgesamt* ## Footnote generally, mostly, overall, by and large, for the most part, essentially, mainly

Answer 131

Mostly or generally, with some exceptions | *While some students struggled with the difficult questions, on the whole the class performed exceptionally well on the language proficiency exam.* ## Footnote **ogólnie, całościowo, w sumie**

Question 132

# English 10.0 Betting or gambling, typically involving risking money on an uncertain outcome | *Betting, gaming, speculation, staking, poker, gaming* ## Footnote *Think of old pirate treasure hunts, then recall a type of bet called a 'wager'.*

Answer 132

**wagering** | *The Las Vegas casinos thrive on the constant flow of tourists engaged in high-stakes wagering, many hoping to win big and beat the odds.* ## Footnote **zakłady, hazard**

Question 133

# English 10.0 **Convalescence** | *Convalecencia, recuperación; Genesung, Erholung* ## Footnote Recovery, Recuperation, Restoration, Rehabilitation, Restoration to health

Answer 133

A gradual healing after illness or injury; the period of time spent healing. | *After a long and grueling battle with illness, she spent several months in convalescence at a seaside resort, gradually regaining her strength and vitality.* ## Footnote **rekonwalescencja, powrót do zdrowia, usprawnienie, rehabilitacja**

Question 134

# English 10.0 Of or pertaining to wedding and marriage; capable of breeding, especially in animals. | *Wedding, Marriage, Matrimonial, Conjugal, Bridal, Spousal.* ## Footnote *Think 'knot' to tie the union.*

Answer 134

**Nuptial** | *The lavish nuptial celebration, complete with a string quartet and candlelit dinner, exceeded the bride's wildest dreams.* ## Footnote **zaślubinowy, małżeński, weselny**

Question 135

# English 10.0 **home truth** | *cruel verdad, realidad cruda; harte Wahrheit, unangenehme Wahrheit* ## Footnote unpleasant fact, harsh reality, bitter truth, unpalatable reality, unpleasant reality

Answer 135

A true but unwelcome statement. | *Her father sat her down to discuss her spending habits, and gently revealed the uncomfortable home truth that she was going broke.* ## Footnote **prawda życiowa, gorzka prawda, oczywista prawda**

Question 136

# English 10.0 **wash down a meal** | *tragar, acompañar; hinunterschlucken, herunterspülen* ## Footnote down a drink, quaff a beverage, drink with food, drink alongside a meal

Answer 136

to drink a liquid to accompany or help digest food | *After finishing the spicy stir-fry, she reached for her glass of ice-cold milk to wash it down and alleviate the burning sensation in her throat.* ## Footnote **popić posiłek, zmyć posiłek, przemyć posiłek**

Question 137

# English 10.0 Lack of decision or purpose; vacillation. | *Indecisiveness, hesitation, indecision, vacillation, ambivalence, uncertainty, doubt.* ## Footnote *Think of a famous Shakespeare play with a similar root, or another word ending in 'olution' that people usually want to achieve.*

Answer 137

**Irresolution** | *Her inability to choose between two equally appealing job offers left her plagued by irresolution for weeks, affecting her overall mood and productivity.* ## Footnote **niepewność, wahanie, niezdecydowanie**

Question 138

# English 10.0 **Cerulean** | *azul cielo, celeste; himmelblau, kobaltblau* ## Footnote Azure, Blue, Sapphire, Cobalt, Navy, Sky.

Answer 138

A greenish-blue color; Sky-blue; Any of various lycaenid butterflies, typically blue or greenish-blue | *The artist carefully mixed a vibrant cerulean hue into her painting of a clear summer sky to capture the perfect shade of blue.* ## Footnote **błękitny, cerulean**

Question 139

# English 10.0 Shiny and colourful, and thus pleasing to the eye; exhibiting the property of resplendency in Peano arithmetic. | *Magnificent, Dazzling, Stunning, Brilliant, Radiant, Gorgeous, Glorious, Splendid* ## Footnote *Think of the sound of 'respond' with a stylish 'lent' ending.*

Answer 139

**Resplendent** | *The fireworks exploded in the night sky, creating a resplendent display of vibrant colors that left the entire crowd in awe.* ## Footnote **wspaniały, olśniewający, promienny, błyszczący**

Question 140

# English 10.0 Dangerously insecure or unstable; perilous; depending on the intention of another; relating to incipient caries [mainly dental]. | *Unstable, hazardous, uncertain, delicate, dangerous, risky, insecure, volatile.* ## Footnote *Care for one's 'car'*

Answer 140

**Precarious** | *The rock climber's precarious position on the edge of the cliff made onlookers hold their breath in fear for her safety.* ## Footnote **niepewny, chwiejny, ryzykowny, nieustabilizowany**

Question 141

# English 10.0 **Flaunt** | *ostentación, presumir; prahlen, protzen* ## Footnote Show off, display, parade, exhibit, boast, swagger, prance.

Answer 141

To display or show off ostentatiously; to wave or flutter showily in the wind [archaic] | *She loved to flaunt her expensive diamond necklace at high-profile parties to showcase her newly acquired status.* ## Footnote **zareklamować, popisywać się, afiszować się**

Question 142

# English 10.0 **Jeer** | *mofar, burlar; verspotten, schmähen* ## Footnote Taunt, mock, jeer, scorn, deride, sneer.

Answer 142

To mock or taunt with insulting remarks; a mocking or derisive comment; [Nautical] a tackle for hoisting ship's yards | *The crowd began to jeer at the comedian's outdated jokes, their mocking laughter and heckling ultimately forcing him to exit the stage.* ## Footnote **wyśmiewać, szydzić, drwić, żartować**

Question 143

# English 10.0 Mostly or generally, with some exceptions | *generally, mostly, overall, by and large, for the most part, essentially, mainly* ## Footnote *Think of "part" but the opposite, almost rhymes with "hole".*

Answer 143

**on the whole** | *While some students struggled with the difficult questions, on the whole the class performed exceptionally well on the language proficiency exam.* ## Footnote **ogólnie, całościowo, w sumie**

Question 144

# English 10.0 **ply** | *capa, estrato; Lage, Schicht* ## Footnote fold, turn, twist, layer, bend

Answer 144

* A layer or thickness of material * A strand twisted with others to form rope or yarn * To work at something diligently; to use (a tool) steadily * To travel a route regularly * To persistently offer or press upon someone * [Nautical] To sail against the wind by tacking | *The experienced carpenter deftly began to ply her trade, expertly layering the wood strips to create a beautiful, sturdy chair.* ## Footnote **plyta, warstwa, warkocz**

Question 145

# English 10.0 **relent** | *ceder, ceder la presión; nachgeben, Eröffnen* ## Footnote yield, surrender, give in, soften, back down.

Answer 145

To become less severe, harsh, or strict; to give in after opposing something | *The determined fire chief refused to relent in his efforts to rescue the family trapped in the burning building.* ## Footnote **ustępować, łagodzić, odpuścić**

Question 146

# English 10.0 To feel intense hatred, disgust, or loathing towards something; to detest completely [formal] | *Detest, loathe, despise, abjure, execrate, detestable, scorn, hate* ## Footnote *You might 'adore' the opposite of this word.*

Answer 146

**Abhor** | *The activist passionately expressed her absolute disgust and strongly abhor the government's inhumane treatment of the refugees in the overcrowded camps.* ## Footnote **odrażać, nienawidzić, brzydzić się**

Question 147

# English 10.0 A flat, movable control surface used to steer a vessel in water or an aircraft in flight; [archaic] a riddle or sieve | *Steering gear, helm, tiller, aerfoil, stabilizer* ## Footnote *Sounds like a bike part.*

Answer 147

**Rudder** | *As the captain gripped the worn wooden handle, he carefully adjusted the rudder to steer the vintage sailboat through the choppy waters of the stormy ocean.* ## Footnote **ster, rura sterowa**

Question 148

# English 10.0 To make unnecessarily complex; to twist or coil into overlapping layers * [Botany] Describes a leaf rolled into a spiral with one edge inside and one outside | *complicate, twist, entwine, confound, perplex, obfuscate* ## Footnote *Think of objects you can twist together, the word is a cousin of 'evolve', and the verb form is similar to revolve.*

Answer 148

**convolute** | *The politician's response was deliberately convolute, weaving together vague statements and unrelated data to obscure the truth about the government's involvement.* ## Footnote **zawiły, pokręcony, skomplikowany**

Question 149

# English 10.0 **house on fire** | *casa en llamas, incendio; brennendes Haus, Hausbrand* ## Footnote Emergency situation, urgent problem, crisis, chaotic state, disastrous event

Answer 149

a situation of extreme urgency or emergency | *The paramedics quickly attended to John's severely injured arm, treating it as a top priority as if the emergency room was a house on fire after news broke that the city's hospital was running out of medical supplies.* ## Footnote **dom w płomieniach, płonący dom**

Question 150

# English 10.0 **Blot out** | *Borrar, Eliminar; Auslöschen, Tilgen* ## Footnote Obscure, erase, eliminate, expunge, extinguish, conceal.

Answer 150

To erase, remove, or obscure something completely, often from memory, view, or existence; to destroy or ruin something. | *The bright lights of the city skyline tended to blot out the faint stars in the night sky.* ## Footnote **zatamować, wymazać, przesłonić, zatarć**

Question 151

# English 10.0 * Composure and graceful self-assurance; a state of balance or stability; dignified bearing or posture * [Physics] Unit of dynamic viscosity * [Archaic] Weight or counterweight | *Balance, Elegance, Refinement, Composure, Dignity* ## Footnote *Think of a sports position, and how a dancer might balance from that position, also sounds like boys with 'e'*

Answer 151

**Poise** | *As she walked onto the stage to receive her award, the renowned actress exuded poise, her confident smile and elegant posture captivating the audience.* ## Footnote **spokój, równowaga, postawa, umiar**

Question 152

# English 10.0 to avoid something or someone. | *avoid, elude, evade, sidestep, dodge, circumvent.* ## Footnote *Think direction, in driver's terms, verb you give before navigating through obstacles, sounds sort of animal-ish*

Answer 152

**steer clear of** | *The locals advised tourists to steer clear of the rough neighborhood on the outskirts of town, citing numerous reports of petty theft and harassment.* ## Footnote **unikać, trzymać się z daleka od, omijać**

Question 153

# English 10.0 **sustain a relationship** | *mantener, conservar; aufrechterhalten, pflegen* ## Footnote Maintain, nurture, cultivate, preserve, uphold, foster

Answer 153

Maintain or support over time, keeping love and affection alive, resolving conflicts and sharing interests, or to continue or keep something going by providing what it needs. | *Couples who actively communicate and show affection towards each other are more likely to sustain a relationship through life's inevitable ups and downs.* ## Footnote **utrzymywać związek, podtrzymywać relację**

Question 154

# English 10.0 **get across** | *comunicar, expresar; verdeutlichen, vermitteln* ## Footnote communicate, convey, transmit, express, impart, reveal, disclose, share.

Answer 154

To cross, move from one side to the other; to make an idea evident and successfully explain a thought or feeling. | *During the heated debate, the speaker struggled to get across her message, as the opposing side constantly interrupted her.* ## Footnote **przekazać, dotrzeć do, zrozumieć**

Question 155

# English 10.0 **shenanigans** | *trapacerías, travesuras; Unfug, Schlawiniken* ## Footnote Mischief, hijinks, antics, mayhem, shenanigancy, monkey business, tomfoolery, capers, pranks.

Answer 155

Deceitful or mischievous acts; causing discomfort or causing annoyance, especially playful mischief by children. | *The group of mischievous roommates got caught red-handed by their landlord after months of suspicious shenanigans that included loud parties and allegedly hidden pets.* ## Footnote **figle, psoty, wybryki, niegodziwości**

Question 156

# English 10.0 **stick it out** | *aguantar, perseverar; durchhalten, ausharren* ## Footnote persevere, hang in there, hold on, endure, persist, remain, abide, see it through, keep going, push through.

Answer 156

To persist or continue to the end. | *Although she found her new job challenging, Emily decided to stick it out for at least six months to gain some experience in the industry.* ## Footnote **wytrzymać, przetrwać**

Question 157

# English 10.0 **Lofty** | *altivo, elevado; erhaben, hoch* ## Footnote High, elevated, towering, grandiose, majestic.

Answer 157

High, tall; idealistic or extremely proud, arrogant; haughty. | *The grand, Gothic cathedral with its soaring spires and stunning stained-glass windows stood as a lofty monument to the city's rich architectural heritage.* ## Footnote **wzniosły, dumny, wysoki, szczytowy**

Question 158

# English 10.0 **Oblivious** | *desatento, inconsciente; ahnungslos, unbewusst* ## Footnote Unaware, heedless, inattentive, unconscious, ignorant, careless, insensible, disconnected, unmindful.

Answer 158

Lacking awareness or unmindful; failing to remember. | *Standing amidst the bustling city streets, the oblivious tourist continued to follow her outdated map, completely unaware that the landmark she sought had been demolished years ago.* ## Footnote **nieświadomy, nieczuły, obojętny**

Question 159

# English 10.0 Having elements of a feast or of entertainment, especially with festivity in eating and drinking. | *Sociable, genial, warm, friendly, hospitable, affable, cordial, conviviality, gregarious* ## Footnote *Think of the word that's a synonym for 'sociable' and sounds similar to the word for a person's companions.*

Answer 159

**Convivial** | *The group's convivial atmosphere was infectious, drawing in passersby to join in the impromptu wine tasting and merry singing that filled the street on that lively summer evening.* ## Footnote **towarzyski, radosny, przyjazny, serdeczny**

Question 160

# English 10.0 **fragrant** | *aromático, fragante; parfümiert, duftend* ## Footnote Aromatic, perfumy, sweet-scented, pungent, scented, odoriferous.

Answer 160

Sweet-smelling; having a pleasant strong scent or fragrance | *As she walked through the garden, the fragrant scent of blooming jasmine wafted through the air, instantly lifting her mood.* ## Footnote **aromatyczny, pachnący, wonny**

Question 161

# English 10.0 **Bustle** | *aglomeración, trajín; Betrieb, Gewühle* ## Footnote Hustle, commotion, chaos, turmoil, hubbub, flurry

Answer 161

* Energetic or busy movement with fussiness * Noisy, excited activity or commotion * [Historical] A frame worn under a woman's skirt to add fullness at the back | *The holiday market was filled with a lively bustle of shoppers and street performers as Christmas Eve approached.* ## Footnote **zgiełk, pośpiech, tłum, ruch**

Question 162

# English 10.0 **thorough** | *minucioso, exhaustivo; gründlich, ausführlich* ## Footnote Comprehensive, meticulous, exhaustive, detailed, methodical, thoroughgoing.

Answer 162

Complete and careful in every detail; absolute or utter | *The detective conducted a thorough investigation of the crime scene, meticulously examining every shred of evidence and interviewing multiple witnesses.* ## Footnote **dokładny, skrupulatny, staranny**

Question 163

# English 10.0 **Reverie** | *Ensoñación, Sueño; Tagtraum, Schwärmerei* ## Footnote Daydream, trance, fantasy, musing, meditation, abstraction, contemplation.

Answer 163

A state of dreaming while awake or musing; a loose train of thought. * An extravagant imagination vision. * [Archaic] A caper or frolic, merriment. | *As she strolled along the serene lake at sunset, she drifted into a gentle reverie, the sound of the water lapping against the shore mixing with the memories of her childhood summers.* ## Footnote **marzenia, marzenia na jawie, zaduma, kontemplacja**

Question 164

# English 10.0 **Grovel** | *arrastrarse, reptar; kriechen, winseln* ## Footnote Cringe, fawn, cower, abase, prostrate, crawl, cringe, kowtow

Answer 164

* To lie or crawl face down on the ground * To behave in an excessively humble or submissive way, especially to gain favor * [Rare] To take pleasure in base or mundane activities | *The politician was forced to grovel before the public, issuing a lengthy apology for his scandalous remarks and desperately attempting to salvage his tarnished reputation.* ## Footnote **lizać, płaszczyć się**

Question 165

# English 10.0 **din** | *sonido fuerte, estruendo; Krach, Getöse* ## Footnote Noise, clatter, racket, commotion, clamor, disturbance, hubbub

Answer 165

A loud, continuous and unpleasant noise; to make or fill with persistent noise; to repeat something continuously until it's memorized | *The loud din of construction outside my window made it impossible for me to concentrate on my work.* ## Footnote **hałas, dźwięk, tupot**

Question 166

# English 10.0 Pale and sickly-looking; lacking vigor or brightness; showing little enthusiasm or interest | *Pale, faint, weak, feeble, sickly, washed-out* ## Footnote *Think of an emotion that's opposite of a positive one, then swap the first letter.*

Answer 166

**Wan** | *After a tiring day, her face had a wan expression, indicating that she was clearly exhausted and in need of rest.* ## Footnote **blady, mdły, słaby**

Question 167

# English 10.0 To flow with a bubbling sound; to make such a sound; a gurgling sound. | *Bubble, chatter, gush, splash, babble, burble* ## Footnote *Think of the sound a drain makes, and the verb starting with 'G' that's similar to 'bubble' or 'giggle'.*

Answer 167

**Gurgle** | *As the delicious champagne poured into the crystal flutes, a soft, happy gurgle erupted from the crowd as they raised their glasses in a toast.* ## Footnote **bulgotanie, bulgot, szumienie**

Question 168

# English 10.0 **Gurgle** | *borbollar, gluglú; glucksen, gurgeln* ## Footnote Bubble, chatter, gush, splash, babble, burble

Answer 168

To flow with a bubbling sound; to make such a sound; a gurgling sound. | *As the delicious champagne poured into the crystal flutes, a soft, happy gurgle erupted from the crowd as they raised their glasses in a toast.* ## Footnote **bulgotanie, bulgot, szumienie**

Question 169

# English 10.0 Lacking awareness or unmindful; failing to remember. | *Unaware, heedless, inattentive, unconscious, ignorant, careless, insensible, disconnected, unmindful.* ## Footnote *Think of an absent-minded professor, then consider these suffixes: -ious, -ite, -ist – remember the one related to blindness and then add the "ob-" prefix.*

Answer 169

**Oblivious** | *Standing amidst the bustling city streets, the oblivious tourist continued to follow her outdated map, completely unaware that the landmark she sought had been demolished years ago.* ## Footnote **nieświadomy, nieczuły, obojętny**

Question 170

# English 10.0 to be extremely familiar with something | *be familiar with, be well-versed in, be conversant with, master, grasp* ## Footnote *Think of a phrase often used with 'back', which also has a word meaning very well.*

Answer 170

**Know something inside out** | *After decades of working at various positions within the company, the CEO knew the business inside out, from its intricate financial structures to the smallest details of its daily operations.* ## Footnote **znać coś na wylot, dobrze coś znać, znać coś dogłębnie**

Question 171

# English 10.0 **Dissuade** | *Spanish: disuadir, desanimar; German: abraten, entmutigen* ## Footnote Discourage, deter, dissuade, warn off, deter, deflect, divert, deflect.

Answer 171

To convince not to try or do. | *Her parents tried to dissuade her from pursuing a career in acting, but she remained determined to follow her dreams.* ## Footnote **odwieść, zniechęcić**

Question 172

# English 10.0 * A layer or thickness of material * A strand twisted with others to form rope or yarn * To work at something diligently; to use (a tool) steadily * To travel a route regularly * To persistently offer or press upon someone * [Nautical] To sail against the wind by tacking | *fold, turn, twist, layer, bend* ## Footnote *Think of something wooden, and split one of its syllables off.*

Answer 172

**ply** | *The experienced carpenter deftly began to ply her trade, expertly layering the wood strips to create a beautiful, sturdy chair.* ## Footnote **plyta, warstwa, warkocz**

Question 173

# English 10.0 **steer clear of** | *evitar, eludir; vermeiden, umgehen* ## Footnote avoid, elude, evade, sidestep, dodge, circumvent.

Answer 173

to avoid something or someone. | *The locals advised tourists to steer clear of the rough neighborhood on the outskirts of town, citing numerous reports of petty theft and harassment.* ## Footnote **unikać, trzymać się z daleka od, omijać**

Question 174

# English 10.0 **Dim** | *oscuro, débil; schwach, trüb* ## Footnote Faint, Dull, Weak, Murky, Gloomy, Obscure, Shadowy

Answer 174

* Not bright or clear; faint or weak * To make or become less bright * [Informal] Not intelligent or quick to understand * [Often in phrase "take a dim view of"] Unfavorable or disapproving | *The dim light in the old mansion cast long, ominous shadows on the walls as I walked through the abandoned halls.* ## Footnote **przyćmiony, stłumiony, ciemny**

Question 175

# English 10.0 **Auxiliary** | *auxiliar, secundario; Hilfs-, Neben* ## Footnote Accessory, Subsidiary, Additional, Supplemental, Supporting, Secondary

Answer 175

Helping or giving support; supplementary or reserved for backup * (grammar) A verb that helps form tenses, moods, and voices of other verbs * A vessel equipped with both sails and engine | *The auxiliary forces were deployed to assist the main troops during the critical battle, providing crucial support to their weak points.* ## Footnote **pomocniczy, dodatkowy, wspomagający**

Question 176

# English 10.0 **by and large** | *en general, casi siempre; vor allem, zumeist* ## Footnote On the whole, generally, mostly, largely, mainly, primarily

Answer 176

Mostly, generally; with few exceptions | *The team, by and large, played an excellent game, despite a few individual mistakes that nearly cost them the championship title.* ## Footnote **generalnie, w zasadzie, w dużej mierze, ogólnie rzecz biorąc**

Question 177

# English 10.0 * To lie or crawl face down on the ground * To behave in an excessively humble or submissive way, especially to gain favor * [Rare] To take pleasure in base or mundane activities | *Cringe, fawn, cower, abase, prostrate, crawl, cringe, kowtow* ## Footnote *Think of how dogs sometimes show affection.*

Answer 177

**Grovel** | *The politician was forced to grovel before the public, issuing a lengthy apology for his scandalous remarks and desperately attempting to salvage his tarnished reputation.* ## Footnote **lizać, płaszczyć się**

Question 178

# English 10.0 A gradual healing after illness or injury; the period of time spent healing. | *Recovery, Recuperation, Restoration, Rehabilitation, Restoration to health* ## Footnote *Think of a large gathering, and the word for that, now add 'con' at the beginning and 'ence' at the end.*

Answer 178

**Convalescence** | *After a long and grueling battle with illness, she spent several months in convalescence at a seaside resort, gradually regaining her strength and vitality.* ## Footnote ** rekonwalescencja, powrót do zdrowia, usprawnienie, rehabilitacja**

Question 179

# English 10.0 Maintain or support over time, keeping love and affection alive, resolving conflicts and sharing interests, or to continue or keep something going by providing what it needs. | *Maintain, nurture, cultivate, preserve, uphold, foster* ## Footnote *Think of a life support and a rock band, combine the first part of the word for that and maintenance with a human aspect*

Answer 179

**sustain a relationship** | *Couples who actively communicate and show affection towards each other are more likely to sustain a relationship through life's inevitable ups and downs.* ## Footnote **utrzymywać związek, podtrzymywać relację**

Question 180

# English 10.0 Overused and lacking originality; worn-out or hackneyed; [Law] so well established as to be beyond debate | *hackneyed, clichéd, overused, banal, mundane, commonplace, ordinary* ## Footnote *Think of a phrase "rite of passage" and try changing just one letter.*

Answer 180

**trite** | *The romantic comedy's predictable plot and trite dialogue made it feel like just another cookie-cutter love story.* ## Footnote **banalny, oklepany, banalny, pospolity**

Question 181

# English 10.0 **put something down to the fact that** | *atribuir a, achacar a,; zu dem Umstand führen, auf Rechnung bringen* ## Footnote blame on, attribute to, ascribe to, chalk up to, credit to, pin on

Answer 181

to believe or think that something is caused by a particular fact or situation | *I put my exhaustion down to the fact that I had been traveling non-stop for 24 hours.* ## Footnote **przypisać coś do faktu, że, zawdzięczać coś temu, że, tłumaczyć coś tym, że**

Question 182

# English 10.0 **trite** | *cliché, superficial; banal, abgedroschen* ## Footnote hackneyed, clichéd, overused, banal, mundane, commonplace, ordinary

Answer 182

Overused and lacking originality; worn-out or hackneyed; [Law] so well established as to be beyond debate | *The romantic comedy's predictable plot and trite dialogue made it feel like just another cookie-cutter love story.* ## Footnote **banalny, oklepany, banalny, pospolity**

Question 183

# English 10.0 **Gloss over something** | *ignorar, omitir; herunterspielen, kaschieren* ## Footnote Downplay, trivialize, overlook, sidestep, evade, cover up, whitewash, brush off, minimize.

Answer 183

To ignore or avoid talking about something unpleasant or difficult. | *The politician's speech glossed over the controversy surrounding her party's financial scandal, leaving many in the audience feeling uninformed and unsatisfied.* ## Footnote **zbagatelizować coś, zatuszować coś, pomijać coś, prześlizgnąć się nad czymś**

Question 184

# English 10.0 **Dilligent** | *fleißig, emsig; minucioso, esforzado* ## Footnote Hardworking, industrious, meticulous, thorough, conscientious, painstaking, devoted, assiduous.

Answer 184

Careful and consistent in one's work or efforts; showing a steady and earnest application | *Her diligent efforts in researching the subject, from sifting through numerous historical documents to conducting exhaustive fieldwork, culminated in a groundbreaking academic publication that gained her international recognition.* ## Footnote **pilny, sumienny, pracowity**

Question 185

# English 10.0 to believe or think that something is caused by a particular fact or situation | *blame on, attribute to, ascribe to, chalk up to, credit to, pin on* ## Footnote *It rhymes with "blame" and has a phrase with "square" that's related.*

Answer 185

**put something down to the fact that** | *I put my exhaustion down to the fact that I had been traveling non-stop for 24 hours.* ## Footnote **przypisać coś do faktu, że, zawdzięczać coś temu, że, tłumaczyć coś tym, że**

Question 186

# English 10.0 to drink a liquid to accompany or help digest food | *down a drink, quaff a beverage, drink with food, drink alongside a meal* ## Footnote *Sounds like what a sailor might do before dinner, or reminds you of a drink you might find on a 'menu', and think of 'down' as a word related action.*

Answer 186

**wash down a meal** | *After finishing the spicy stir-fry, she reached for her glass of ice-cold milk to wash it down and alleviate the burning sensation in her throat.* ## Footnote **popić posiłek, zmyć posiłek, przemyć posiłek**

Question 187

# English 10.0 **unbeknownst** | *desconocido, ignorado; unbewusst, unerkannt* ## Footnote Unnoticed, unseen, unknown, unobserved, unsuspected.

Answer 187

Without the knowledge of | *The detective was secretly watching the suspect, unbeknownst to him, as he made his way through the crowded market.* ## Footnote **nieznany, nieświadomy, nieznający, w ukryciu**

Question 188

# English 10.0 Someone who spends money improvidently or wastefully; extravagant or lavish in a way that is considered profligate and wasteful. | *Wastrel, profligate, squanderer, extravagant person, lavish spender.* ## Footnote *Think of a common verb related to money that rhymes with 'end'.*

Answer 188

**Spendthrift** | *His extravagant lifestyle and tendency to splurge on luxury items earned him a reputation as a notorious spendthrift among his financially responsible friends.* ## Footnote **rozrzutnik, marnotrawca**

Question 189

# English 10.0 A loud, continuous and unpleasant noise; to make or fill with persistent noise; to repeat something continuously until it's memorized | *Noise, clatter, racket, commotion, clamor, disturbance, hubbub* ## Footnote *Consider a dinner, minus the "ner" part.*

Answer 189

**din** | *The loud din of construction outside my window made it impossible for me to concentrate on my work.* ## Footnote **hałas, dźwięk, tupot**

Question 190

# English 10.0 Completely accurate or exact; precisely correct. | *spot on, exactly right, on the nail, on target, bang on, dead on, precisely* ## Footnote *Think of a phrase often exclaimed when a sports player successfully scores, and add two more words that match something good, which brings you a certain amount - that would hit the exact desired phrase.*

Answer 190

**right on the money** | *The financial advisor's prediction that the company's stock would rise by 20% proved to be right on the money when the price surged to exactly that amount six months later.* ## Footnote **w samą dziesiątkę, trafiony, wprost w sedno**

Question 191

# English 10.0 * Energetic or busy movement with fussiness * Noisy, excited activity or commotion * [Historical] A frame worn under a woman's skirt to add fullness at the back | *Hustle, commotion, chaos, turmoil, hubbub, flurry* ## Footnote *It rhymes with hustle, or think of a busy bust on a statue.*

Answer 191

**Bustle** | *The holiday market was filled with a lively bustle of shoppers and street performers as Christmas Eve approached.* ## Footnote **zgiełk, pośpiech, tłum, ruch**

Question 192

# English 10.0 **Irresolution** | *indecisión, indecibilidad; Unschlüssigkeit, Entschlusslosigkeit* ## Footnote Indecisiveness, hesitation, indecision, vacillation, ambivalence, uncertainty, doubt.

Answer 192

Lack of decision or purpose; vacillation. | *Her inability to choose between two equally appealing job offers left her plagued by irresolution for weeks, affecting her overall mood and productivity.* ## Footnote **niepewność, wahanie, niezdecydowanie**

Question 193

# English 10.0 **Tearjerker** | *lagrimón, dramón; Tränenrührer, Gefühlsdrama* ## Footnote Melodrama, sentimental drama, weepy, tragedy, sad story, sob story.

Answer 193

A film, novel, or other work with a sad, emotionally charged passage or ending, often causing the audience to cry. | *The 90-year-old grandmother's tearjerker of a farewell speech left everyone in the audience clutching tissues and struggling to hold back their emotions.* ## Footnote **dramat, wzruszająca historia, sentymentalny utwór**

Question 194

# English 10.0 **strident** | *estridente, chillón; grell, schrill* ## Footnote Harsh, loud, shrill, cacophonous, discordant, ear-piercing, jarring, grating.

Answer 194

Loud and harsh; grating or piercing in sound; aggressively forceful in tone | *The strident sound of the squealing brakes on the city bus pierced through the morning air and woke up the sleeping pedestrians on the sidewalk.* ## Footnote **głośny, przenikliwy, ostry, rzężący**

Question 195

# English 10.0 **Nascent** | *emergente,incipiente; entstehend, naszierend* ## Footnote Emergent, fledgling, incipient, immature, embryonic, developing, rudimentary

Answer 195

Just beginning to exist or develop; emerging from nothing | *The young startup's nascent ideas for a sustainable future were recognized and funded by a prominent tech investor.* ## Footnote **wschodzący, nowy, początkowy**

Question 196

# English 10.0 Not proportionate; out of proportion. | *uneven, unbalanced, excessive, immoderate, asymmetrical, lopsided, disparate, irregular, unreasonable.* ## Footnote *Think of "proportion" and then multiply that thought by something excessive, and what sounds would that add? Imagine giving "proportion" a really big sibling.*

Answer 196

**disproportionate** | *The new, luxurious skyscraper stood as a disproportionate monument amidst the small, humble cottages of the village.* ## Footnote **nieproporcjonalny, niewspółmierny, nieadekwatny**

Question 197

# English 10.0 To tell a blatant or obvious lie | *Deceive, mislead, fabricate, distort, dishonest, dissemble, prevaricate, dissimulate.* ## Footnote *Think of a famous Pinocchio's facial feature that grows when he's dishonest and associate it with another verb of saying something that's not true.*

Answer 197

**Lie through teeth** | *When questioned by police, the suspect continued to lie through his teeth, denying any involvement in the crime despite overwhelming evidence against him.* ## Footnote **kłamać w żywe oczy, oszukiwać, mijać się z prawdą**

Question 198

# English 10.0 a situation of extreme urgency or emergency | *Emergency situation, urgent problem, crisis, chaotic state, disastrous event* ## Footnote *Think of a British home and a flame.*

Answer 198

**house on fire** | *The paramedics quickly attended to John's severely injured arm, treating it as a top priority as if the emergency room was a house on fire after news broke that the city's hospital was running out of medical supplies.* ## Footnote **dom w płomieniach, płonący dom**

Question 199

# English 10.0 **Abate** | *disminuir, mitigar; verringern, abschwächen* ## Footnote Diminish, decrease, reduce, lessen, mitigate, alleviate

Answer 199

To decrease in intensity, force, or amount; to subside or lessen; [Law] to nullify or put an end to | *As the storm began to lose intensity, the strong winds and heavy rainfall started to abate, bringing a sense of relief to the battered city.* ## Footnote **łagodzić, zmniejszać, opadać**

Question 200

# English 10.0 to ask someone in a polite and serious way | *Entreat, implore, beg, plead, supplicate, request, petition.*

Answer 200

**Beseech** | *The king's desperate queen would beseech the mercy of the opposing ruler, hoping to spare her kingdom from the impending destruction.* ## Footnote **błagać, prosić, zaklinać**

Question 201

# English 10.0 An organized rebellion against authority, especially by seamen against their officers; violent commotion, tumult, or strife | *Insurrection, uprising, rebellion, revolt, sedition.* ## Footnote *Think of a monkey, but change some letters.*

Answer 201

**Mutiny** | *The crew's dissatisfaction with the harsh working conditions and meager pay eventually led to a full-blown mutiny, in which they overthrew the captain and took control of the ship.* ## Footnote **bunt, rewolta, sprzeciw**

Question 202

# English 10.0 **Ruffle** | *arrugar, encolerizar; kräuseln, zerzausen* ## Footnote Crumple, wrinkle, rumple, corrugate, crease.

Answer 202

* Decorative gathered or pleated strip of fabric used as trim * To disturb or upset someone's composure * To make something no longer smooth (as wind does to hair) * [Music] A low, vibrating drum beat * [Zoology] A series of egg cases of certain marine snails | *The strong gust of wind managed to ruffle her carefully styled hair, rendering her hours of prep useless.* ## Footnote **falbana, zmarszczka, zawirowanie**

Question 203

# English 10.0 **Belated** | *con retraso, atrasado; verspätet, verzögert* ## Footnote Late, delayed, overdue, tardy, postponed

Answer 203

Later in relation to the proper time something should have happened | *Her belated birthday wish to her sister was met with a mixture of gratitude and laughter, as it arrived a whole week after the actual celebration.* ## Footnote **Opóźniony, Spóźniony, Zaległy**