Vocabulary Flashcards
(13 cards)
Diabolical
Diabolical” means something that is extremely evil, wicked, or cruel. It is often used to describe actions, plans, or people that are considered to be morally corrupt or associated with the devil or demonic forces.
Retaliation
Retaliation is an act of responding to harm or perceived wrong by attempting to harm the person or group responsible for it. It often involves a desire for revenge or justice in response to mistreatment, harm, or injustice. In workplace settings, for example, retaliation might happen if an employer takes negative action against an employee who reported wrongdoing or discrimination. In personal contexts, retaliation could be a response to hurtful behavior, aiming to “get back” at the other party.
Give an example sentence using the word credence
“His explanation gave credence to the rumor.” (It made the rumor seem more believable.)
“Scientists give no credence to conspiracy theories.” (They don’t believe them.)
What does credence mean
Credence” means belief, trust, or acceptance that something is true. It’s often used when talking about whether people believe an idea, statement, or claim.
Meaning of unsightly
“Unsightly” means ugly, unpleasant, or not nice to look at. It describes something that looks bad or out of place.
Example sentence using the word unsightly
The abandoned house had an unsightly appearance.” (It looked ugly or rundown.)
“He covered the unsightly stain on his shirt with a jacket.” (The stain looked bad and needed to be hidden.)
Meaning of adjutant
“Adjutant” refers to a person who assists or supports someone in an official capacity, especially in a military or administrative role.
Meaning of Gee
Expression of surprise or excitement (like “wow” or “oh my!”).
“Gee, I didn’t expect that!”
Meaning of sentient
Sentient” means having the ability to feel, perceive, or be aware of things, especially emotions and sensations.
Examples:
“Humans and animals are sentient beings because they experience emotions and pain.”
“Some scientists debate whether AI could ever become truly sentient.” (Meaning self-aware and capable of feelings.)
Meaning of surmise
Surmise – A belief based on limited evidence or intuition.
“She surmised that he was avoiding her, though she had no proof.”
What’s bureaucracy
Bureaucracy refers to a system of administration that is characterized by a hierarchical structure, strict rules and procedures, and a focus on routine and formal processes. It often involves a large number of officials and departments working within a set of regulations to manage government, business, or other organizational functions. Bureaucracies can sometimes be criticized for being inefficient or slow due to their rigid structure and red tape.
Meaning of bottleneck
A bottleneck refers to a point of congestion or limitation that slows down progress in a process, system, or workflow. It happens when a particular aspect or step in the process cannot keep up with the others, causing delays or inefficiency. The term is commonly used in various contexts, such as in business operations, technology (e.g., hardware or software limitations), or even traffic flow.
