Lesson 2: An Experiment on a Bird in the Air Pump (Joseph Wright of Derby) Flashcards
(20 cards)
The documentary makes a __________ case for climate action.
Her performance was so __________ that no one could look away.
(very interesting, powerful, or persuasive)
compelling
The film focuses on __________ life and everyday routines.
In some countries, women still do most of the __________ chores, but in others, men are expected to do an equal amount.
(related to house, home, family)
domestic
Donna has a __________ eye for interior design.
Dennis developed a __________ interest in painting when he was at university.
(highly developed)
keen
The company is known for its culture of __________.
Electric cars were a major __________ in personal transportation.
(new idea, method, invention, etc.)
innovation
Nothing grows in a __________. Even ideas need context and support.
After the war, a power __________ led to years of internal fighting.
(a gap, emptiness, space with nothing in it)
vacuum
The prisoners were __________ of food, blankets, and clean water.
Don’t __________ yourself of rest; it’s important to get a good night’s sleep.
(taking something important away from someone)
deprive
The old play was __________ with a modern twist.
The doctor managed to __________ the patient’s heart.
(bring back to life or to use again)
revive
Many plants __________ without sunlight, though some have evolved to grow in dark places.
Thousands of people __________ in the earthquake.
(to die or be destroyed, especially suddenly)
perish
After hearing the bad news, a wave of __________ washed over the group.
It’s such a dark and __________ day; all I want to do is lie in bed.
(darkness, a feeling of sadness)
gloom
Sunlight barely __________ the thick forest canopy.
He shot me a __________ glance that made it seem as though he could see right through me.
(to go through something; sensitive, aware, perceptive)
penetrated, penetrating
Her __________ speech moved the whole audience to tears.
The publication of Kate’s book is an __________ reminder that hard work pays off in the end.
(clearly expressing or showing something)
eloquent
John is the __________ tragic hero: brave, misunderstood, and doomed.
Many romantic movies depict an __________ phantasy about falling in love with one’s soulmate.
(typical, classic example)
archetypal
In many religions, God is described as __________ and omniscient: all-powerful and all-knowing.
omnipotent
The air was so hot and humid it felt __________.
The murderer killed his victims by putting a pillow over their face and __________ them.
(unable to breathe)
suffocate, suffocating
George sat in deep __________, staring silently out toward the ocean.
The painting invites the viewer to __________ the meaning of time and memory.
(thoughtful observation or reflection)
contemplation
She remained __________ during the whole conversation, saying little and appearing not to care.
People think Harry is rude, but really he’s just a bit __________.
(not friendly, not emotionally interested or involved)
aloof
The story __________ the children from the opening lines, and they didn’t want to go to bed.
Tracy didn’t know why she found Roger so __________, but in any case she couldn’t look away from him.
(strongly hold someone’s attention or interest)
captivate, captivated, captivating
Every morning at sunrise, the soldiers __________ the flag to the top of the pole.
With a grunt, Frank __________ the box onto the shelf.
(to lift something, especially without effort or ropes)
hoist, hoisted
From a distance, it’s hard to __________ what’s happening.
Rose could barely __________ her husband’s shape through the thick fog.
(to see, notice, or understand something clearly)
discern
The mirror __________ his face, making it look long and crooked.
Politicians often __________ the truth in order to get elected.
(to twist or change something so that it’s no longer true or clear)
distort
