Lessons From a Physician About Hope

Question 1

tumult
/ˈtuː.mʌlt/

Answer 1

a loud noise, especially that produced by an excited crowd, or a state of confusion, change, or uncertainty

Question 2

tumultuous
/tuːˈmʌl.tʃu.əs/

Answer 2

very loud, or full of confusion, change, or uncertainty

Question 3

inherently
/ɪnˈhɪr.ənt.li/

Answer 3

in a way that exists as a natural or basic part of something

Question 4

persevere
/ˌpɝː.səˈvɪr/

Answer 4

to continue making an effort to do or achieve something, even when this is difficult or takes a long time

Question 5

setback

Answer 5

something that happens that delays or prevents a process from developing

Question 6

stifle smn’s hope
/ˈstaɪ.fəl/

Answer 6

to (cause to) be unable to breathe because you have no air

Question 7

to muster

Answer 7

to muster the will to do something

Question 8

equanimity

Answer 8

a calm mental state, especially after a shock or disappointment or in a difficult situation

Question 9

meltdown

Answer 9

an occasion when a person becomes extremely upset and is not able to deal with a problem or situation

Question 10

solace
/ˈsɑː.lɪs/

Answer 10

help and comfort when you are feeling sad or worried

Question 11

buoy /ˈbuː.i/

Answer 11

to make someone feel happier or more confident about a situation

Question 12

imbue something/someone with something
/ɪmˈbjuː/

Answer 12

to fill something or someone with a particular feeling, quality, or idea