Module 11 Flashcards
What does ‘kids-at-heart’ mean?
someone who is not a child but is youthful, playful or childish
Synonyms include playful adult, young at heart, eternal child. Examples: ‘Despite being 50, he’s a real kid-at-heart who loves playing video games.’
What are synonyms for ‘to unwind’?
- decompress
- chill out
- take it easy
To relax
Examples: ‘After a long day at work, I like to unwind with a good book.’
Fill in the blank: The flight was cancelled _______ bad weather.
due to
What does ‘throughout’ mean?
in or into every part of something
Synonyms include all over, across, everywhere in. Example: ‘The disease has spread throughout the country.’
What is the meaning of ‘aside from’?
apart from
Synonyms include except for, other than, besides. Example: ‘Aside from a minor headache, I feel great.’
What does ‘enhance’ mean?
improve, increase the quality
Synonyms include upgrade, boost, augment. Example: ‘The new features will enhance the user experience.’
What does it mean ‘to be fond of’ something?
to feel affection, to like something very much
Synonyms include attached to, keen on, partial to. Example: ‘I’m very fond of chocolate cake.’
What is the meaning of ‘to sharpen’?
to make something better, more skillful, more effective
Synonyms include hone, refine, improve. Example: ‘Practice will help sharpen your skills.’
What is a ‘disorder’?
disease
Synonyms include illness, ailment, condition. Example: ‘He was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder.’
What does ‘to ease’ mean?
to make something easier
Synonyms include alleviate, relieve, simplify. Example: ‘The medicine helped ease the pain.’
Fill in the blank: The speaker _______ his points across effectively.
put
What does ‘old timers’ refer to?
old people
Synonyms include veterans, seniors, elderly. Example: ‘The old timers love sharing stories about the past.’
What does it mean to be ‘on a tight budget’?
having limited money to spend
Synonyms include financially constrained, cost-conscious, penny-pinching. Example: ‘We’re on a tight budget for the wedding.’
What does ‘rekindle the flame’ mean?
to get something started again
Synonyms include revive, reignite, restore. Example: ‘The couple is trying to rekindle the flame in their marriage.’
What does ‘enticing’ mean?
attractive and interesting
Synonyms include appealing, alluring, tempting. Example: ‘The dessert menu looks very enticing.’
What are ‘shortcomings’?
failures
Synonyms include flaws, weaknesses, deficiencies. Example: ‘We must address the shortcomings in the system.’
