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[Expanding Your Vocabulary Through Reading]

Mỗi ngày vẫn phải học từ vựng vì 1 mục tiêu có lượng vocab nhiều hơn native English speaker. 😄

  1. 𝐇𝐲𝐩𝐨𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥: behaving in a way that suggests one has higher standards or more noble beliefs than is the case.
    • Example: His hypocritical attitude was exposed when he criticized others for the same faults he possessed.

  1. 𝐀𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲: strong hostility.
    • Example: Their animosity towards each other could be felt in every argument.

  1. 𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐞: make (a problem, bad situation, or negative feeling) worse.
    • Example: His constant complaints only served to exacerbate the tension in the room.

  1. 𝐀𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞: make (suffering, deficiency, or a problem) less severe.
    • Example: She took the medicine to alleviate her headache.

  1. 𝐓𝐲𝐫𝐨: a beginner or novice.
    • Example: As a tyro in painting, she was learning to mix colors properly.

  1. 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐬: shaking or quivering slightly.
    • Example: With tremorous hands, he opened the letter.

  1. 𝐕𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞: having or showing a strong or unreasoning desire for revenge.
    • Example: His vindictive behavior caused a lot of unnecessary conflict.

  1. 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠: expressing the opinion that something is of little worth; derogatory.
    • Example: His disparaging remarks about her work were uncalled for.

  1. 𝐕𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐝: speak or write about in an abusively disparaging manner.
    • Example: He was vilified in the press for his controversial comments.

10.𝐍𝐮𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬: a subtle difference in or shade of meaning, expression, or sound.
• Example: He was a skilled actor, capable of capturing the nuances of his character's emotions.

11.𝐍𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐚: a feeling of sickness with an inclination to vomit.
• Example: The sight of the gruesome injury caused a wave of nausea to wash over him.

12.𝐍𝐞𝐠𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭: fail to care for properly.
• Example: The building had been neglected for years and was falling apart.

13.𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: a hindrance or obstruction in doing something.
• Example: A lack of funds is the major impediment to completing the project.

14.𝐒𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐥𝐞𝐝: make (someone) unable to breathe properly; suffocate.
• Example: His laughter was stifled by a sudden feeling of sadness.

15.𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝: make (a dish or meal) by combining various ingredients.
• Example: She concocted a delicious soup from the leftover vegetables.

16.𝐄𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐯𝐨𝐮𝐫: try hard to do or achieve something.
• Example: He endeavoured to finish the work before the deadline.

17.𝐕𝐞𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: the display of strong feeling; passion.
• Example: She spoke with such vehemence that no one dared to interrupt her.

18.𝐒𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐥𝐞: prevent or constrain (an activity or idea).
• Example: She did her best not to stifle his enthusiasm.

19.𝐍𝐨𝐱𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬: harmful, poisonous, or very unpleasant.
• Example: They died from inhaling noxious fumes.

20.𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥: given, felt, or done in return.
• Example: They have a reciprocal agreement to help each other in times of need.

21.𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝: bring about or initiate (an action or event).
• Example: They instigated a plan to improve the company's performance.

22.𝐍𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥: (of a role or status) existing in name only.
• Example: He was the nominal head of the team, but others were really in charge.

23.𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐜: occurring at irregular intervals or only in a few places; scattered or isolated.
• Example: He makes sporadic visits to his hometown.

24.𝐔𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐫: a loud and impassioned noise or disturbance.
• Example: The decision caused an uproar among the community members.

25.𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐝𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞: fond of meddling; interfering.
• Example: The meddlesome neighbor was always offering unsolicited advice.

26.𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐞: admirably purposeful, determined, and unwavering.
• Example: She was resolute in her decision to quit smoking.

27.𝐋𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝: mourn (a person's loss or death).
• Example: He lamented the death of his beloved wife.

28.𝐄𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝: fill (someone) with great delight; charm.
• Example: She was enchanted by the beauty of the garden.

29.𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐥𝐮𝐨𝐮𝐬: unnecessary, especially through being more than enough.
• Example: The report was marred by superfluous details.

30.𝐀𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐜: having a pleasant and distinctive smell.
• Example: The aromatic herbs filled the kitchen with a delightful scent.

31.𝐆𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐥𝐲: causing great horror or fear; frightful or macabre.
• Example: He had a ghastly expression on his face after witnessing the accident.

32.𝐇𝐚𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐲: arrogantly superior and disdainful.
• Example: His haughty demeanor was off-putting to others.

33.𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐮𝐬: dangerously high or steep.
• Example: We decided not to climb the precipitous cliff without proper equipment.

34.𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐠𝐮𝐨𝐮𝐬: open to more than one interpretation; having a double meaning.
• Example: His reply to my question was ambiguous and I wasn't sure what he really meant.

35.𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐠𝐲: a person, especially a young one, endowed with exceptional qualities or abilities.
• Example: The young prodigy was composing symphonies by the age of ten.

36.𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞: avoiding the company of other people; solitary.
• Example: The reclusive artist rarely attended social events.

37.𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝: not intimidated or discouraged by difficulty, danger, or disappointment.
• Example: She remained undaunted despite the challenges she faced.

38.𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞: a right or privilege exclusive to a particular individual or class.
• Example: As an elder, it's my prerogative to give advice.

39.𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐝: praise enthusiastically.
• Example: He extolled the virtues of a healthy lifestyle.

40.𝐉𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐲: danger of loss, harm, or failure.
• Example: The reckless driver put everyone's lives in jeopardy.

41.𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬: kept secret, especially because it would not be approved of.
• Example: He took a surreptitious glance at his watch during the meeting.

42.𝐒𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐲: not thorough or detailed.
• Example: His understanding of the subject was sketchy at best.

43.𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐬: general agreement.
• Example: The team reached a consensus on the new marketing strategy.

44.𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: the action or fact of indulging.
• Example: He lived a life of indulgence, with little thought for the future.

45.𝐄𝐥𝐮𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝: make (something) clear; explain.
• Example: The professor elucidated the complex concept so that all students could understand it.

46.𝐕𝐚𝐢𝐧: having or showing an excessively high opinion of one's appearance, abilities, or worth.
• Example: She was so vain that she looked at her reflection every chance she got.

47.𝐏𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐮𝐬: affectedly and irritatingly grand, solemn, or self-important.
• Example: His pompous attitude did not win him any friends.

48.𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐜: seeking to promote the welfare of others, especially by donating money to good causes; generous and benevolent.
• Example: His philanthropic contributions greatly benefited the community.

49.𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐟-𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠: not claiming attention for oneself; retiring and modest.
• Example: His self-effacing demeanor made him a beloved figure.

50.𝐕𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐠𝐞: a trace of something that is disappearing or no longer exists.
• Example: The abandoned house was the last vestige of the old neighborhood.

51.𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: the process of gradually reducing the strength or effectiveness of someone or something through sustained attack or pressure.
• Example: The war of attrition left both sides exhausted and weak.

52.𝐂𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐞: a story with a message warning of the consequences of certain behavior or character flaw.
• Example: The story of Icarus is a cautionary tale about the dangers of hubris.

53.𝐕𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞: having or showing a strong or unreasoning desire for revenge.
• Example: The vindictive king punished all who opposed him.

54.𝐇𝐲𝐩𝐨𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥: behaving in a way that suggests one has higher standards or more noble beliefs than is the case.
• Example: Her hypocritical speech about honesty was unconvincing since she was known for lying.

55.𝐕𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭: keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties.
• Example: The vigilant guard spotted the intruder immediately.

56.𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥: given, felt, or done in return.
• Example: They had a reciprocal arrangement for helping each other with their homework.

57.𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐬: shaking or quivering slightly.
• Example: She had a tremorous voice as she began her speech.

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