Passive Vocabulary #3 Flashcards
(27 cards)
What is the meaning of ‘Pedestal’?
A base or support for a statue or column; also refers to putting someone on a high level of admiration.
Synonyms: base, foundation, platform, support.
What is the meaning of ‘Varsity’?
The main team representing a school or university in sports.
Synonyms: main team, first team, university team.
What is the meaning of ‘Forsake’?
To give up or abandon something or someone.
Synonyms: abandon, give up, renounce, relinquish, desert.
What is the meaning of ‘Gloat’?
To take great pleasure or satisfaction in someone else’s misfortune.
Synonyms: boast, brag, revel, triumph, exult.
What is the meaning of ‘Nasty’?
Unpleasant, disagreeable, or repulsive.
Synonyms: unpleasant, disagreeable, repulsive, foul, vile.
What is the meaning of ‘Acquaintances’?
People one knows, but not necessarily close friends.
Synonyms: associates, colleagues, contacts, friends, peers.
What is the meaning of ‘Predicated’?
Based or founded on something.
Synonyms: based, founded, grounded, dependent, reliant.
What is the meaning of ‘Unrelenting’?
Not giving up or weakening; persistent.
Synonyms: persistent, determined, resolute, firm, steadfast.
What is the meaning of ‘Radical’?
Advocating or implementing thorough or complete changes; extreme.
Synonyms: extreme, revolutionary, drastic, fundamental, progressive.
What is the meaning of ‘Construct’?
To build or form something.
Synonyms: build, create, form, assemble, fabricate.
What is the meaning of ‘Aspirations’?
Strong desires or ambitions to achieve something.
Synonyms: ambitions, goals, desires, hopes, dreams.
What is the meaning of ‘White glove’?
A term used to describe high-quality service or handling with care.
Synonyms: high-end, premium, luxurious, high-class.
What is the meaning of ‘Concierge’?
A person or service that assists with tasks or provides information.
Synonyms: assistant, attendant, aide, helper.
What is the meaning of ‘High touch’?
Personalized or human-centered service.
Synonyms: personalized service, high-end service, tailored service.
What is the meaning of ‘Alluded’?
Referenced indirectly or hinted at.
Synonyms: referenced, hinted, suggested, implied, intimated.
What is the meaning of ‘Hyperbolic’?
Exaggerated or overstated; often used for emphasis.
Synonyms: exaggerated, overstated, inflated, embellished.
What is the meaning of ‘Fly coach’?
To travel in economy class on an airplane.
Synonyms: economy class, second class.
What is the meaning of ‘Fluke’?
An unexpected or unusual event; a lucky or chance occurrence.
Synonyms: coincidence, chance, accident, luck.
What is the meaning of ‘Kegger’?
A party featuring beer, often outdoors.
Synonyms: party, gathering, bash, rave.
What is the meaning of ‘Framework’?
A basic structure or set of principles.
Synonyms: structure, outline, plan, foundation, blueprint.
What is the meaning of ‘Damaging’?
Causing harm or injury.
Synonyms: harmful, injurious, detrimental, destructive, hurtful.
What is the meaning of ‘Admission’?
The act of admitting or acknowledging something; also refers to entry or access.
Synonyms: acknowledgment, confession, acceptance, entrance fee.
What is the meaning of ‘Upfront’?
Open, honest, or direct; also refers to payment or action before something else.
Synonyms: honest, direct, candid, transparent.
What is the meaning of ‘Overwhelm’?
To overpower or overcome with an excess of something.
Synonyms: overpower, overcome, inundate, flood, swamp.
