http://odeo.com/channels/67648-Just-Vocabulary Jhfolmer no Just Vocabulary Podcast is for anyone who wants to improve their English Vocabulary (GRE, SAT, TOEFL). This ESL 4 minute podcast covers new interesting words. If your English is your Second Language, this podcast is for you! Just Vocabulary Podcast is for anyone who wants to improve their English Vocabulary (GRE, SAT, TOEFL). This ESL 4 minute podcast covers new interesting words. If your English is your Second Language, this podcast is for you! Just Vocabulary Podcast is for anyone who wants to improve their English Vocabulary (GRE, SAT, TOEFL). This ESL 4 minute podcast covers new interesting words. If your English is your Second Language, this podcast is for you! en 40 Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:48:25 -0800 Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:48:25 -0800 Education http://odeo.com/episodes/25430321-JV557-Imperious-and-Salutation IMPERIOUS (adjective) : proud, arrogant, and acting with an air of authority and superiority. Examples: - The new professor was an imperious woman who considered herself to be quite important. - The imperious dictator made laws that all citizens had to obey - The diplomat asked his subordinates to leave with an imperious wave of his hand - With his imperious manner, Marc can never be an effective manager. Synonyms: arrogant, condescending, proud, self-righteous, vain, conceited, haughty Antonyms: humble SALUTATION (noun): 1. a gesture or phrase that is used to greet, welcome, or recognize somebody; 2. the expression of greetings, welcome, or recognition; 3. the greeting that begins a letter or email. Examples: -  I yelled goodbye and waved, but she did not return my salutation. - A traditional American salutation is, “How are you.” - He liked to end his emails with the salutation, “Cheers!” - the speaker introduced the evening?s honored guest with a lavish - ... IMPERIOUS (adjective) : proud, arrogant, and acting with an air of authority and superiority. Examples: - The new professor was an imperious woman who considered herself to be quite important. - The imperious dictator made laws that all citizens had to obey - The diplomat asked his subordinates to leave with an imperious wave of his hand - With his imperious manner, Marc can never be an effective manager. Synonyms: arrogant, condescending, proud, self-righteous, vain, conceited, haughty Antonyms: humble SALUTATION (noun): 1. a gesture or phrase that is used to greet, welcome, or recognize somebody; 2. the expression of greetings, welcome, or recognition; 3. the greeting that begins a letter or email. Examples: -  I yelled goodbye and waved, but she did not return my salutation. - A traditional American salutation is, “How are you.” - He liked to end his emails with the salutation, “Cheers!” - the speaker introduced the evening?s honored guest with a lavish - The president began the discussion with a pleasant salutation to the distinguished assembly Synonyms: greeting, salute, cheers, honor, citation, tribute, accolade IMPERIOUS (adjective) : proud, arrogant, and acting with an air of authority and superiority. Examples: - The new professor was an imperious woman who considered herself to be quite important. - The imperious dictator made laws that all citizens had to obey - The diplomat asked his subordinates to leave with an imperious wave of his hand - With his imperious manner, Marc can never be an effective manager. Synonyms: arrogant, condescending, proud, self-righteous, vain, conceited, haughty Antonyms: humble SALUTATION (noun): 1. a gesture or phrase that is used to greet, welcome, or recognize somebody; 2. the expression of greetings, welcome, or recognition; 3. the greeting that begins a letter or email. Examples: -  I yelled goodbye and waved, but she did not return my salutation. - A traditional American salutation is, “How are you.” - He liked to end his emails with the salutation, “Cheers!” - the speaker introduced the evening?s honored guest with a lavish - The president began the discussion with a pleasant salutation to the distinguished assembly Synonyms: greeting, salute, cheers, honor, citation, tribute, accolade tag:odeo.com,2009-11-10,25430321 Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:48:25 -0800 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/25404898-JV556-Squalid-and-Winsome SQUALID (adjective): 1 extremely dirty and unpleasant, dirty, run-down, or unsanitary, especially because of poverty;  2 showing a contemptible lack of moral standards: Examples: - The TV host made a squalid attempt to save himself from public embarrassment. - Volunteers in South Africa worked to improve the squalid conditions of the slums. - The non-profit agency raised money for children who are living in squalor. -  The politician made a squalid attempt to buy votes. Synonyms: filthy, broken-down, crummy, seedy, shabby, wretched, degraded, nasty, sordid, immoral, undignified Antonyms: clean, sanitary, sterile SQUALID (adjective): 1 extremely dirty and unpleasant, dirty, run-down, or unsanitary, especially because of poverty;  2 showing a contemptible lack of moral standards: Examples: - The TV host made a squalid attempt to save himself from public embarrassment. - Volunteers in South Africa worked to improve the squalid conditions of the slums. - The non-profit agency raised money for children who are living in squalor. -  The politician made a squalid attempt to buy votes. Synonyms: filthy, broken-down, crummy, seedy, shabby, wretched, degraded, nasty, sordid, immoral, undignified Antonyms: clean, sanitary, sterile SQUALID (adjective): 1 extremely dirty and unpleasant, dirty, run-down, or unsanitary, especially because of poverty;  2 showing a contemptible lack of moral standards: Examples: - The TV host made a squalid attempt to save himself from public embarrassment. - Volunteers in South Africa worked to improve the squalid conditions of the slums. - The non-profit agency raised money for children who are living in squalor. -  The politician made a squalid attempt to buy votes. Synonyms: filthy, broken-down, crummy, seedy, shabby, wretched, degraded, nasty, sordid, immoral, undignified Antonyms: clean, sanitary, sterile tag:odeo.com,2009-11-05,25404898 Thu, 05 Nov 2009 01:46:28 -0800 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/25398342-JV555-Relish-and-Voracious RELISH Definition (noun, verb):  (Verb) 1.    to enjoy or take great pleasure in an experience 2.    to enjoy the taste of a particular food or drink 3.    to give a pleasing taste to food, e.g. by adding spice or relish Noun: 1.    enjoyment: a liking or appreciation of food or of an experience 2.    a spiced side dish or accompaniment to food, e.g. pickled or fresh vegetables with chili 3.    a pleasing sensation of strong taste or flavor 4.    interest or excitement, especially when it makes something more enjoyable Examples: - Marc was appointed to a position for which I had little relish. - Frank doesn’t relish telling Lisa that her car has been stolen. - But when her car was found she was feeling better. Lisa ate her dinner with relish and even asked for seconds. - I have no relish for getting up early in the morning - The incident added relish to an otherwise dull weekend. Synonyms: enjoyment, gusto, delight, pleasure, glee, enjoy, delight in, love, adore Antonyms: disl... RELISH Definition (noun, verb):  (Verb) 1.    to enjoy or take great pleasure in an experience 2.    to enjoy the taste of a particular food or drink 3.    to give a pleasing taste to food, e.g. by adding spice or relish Noun: 1.    enjoyment: a liking or appreciation of food or of an experience 2.    a spiced side dish or accompaniment to food, e.g. pickled or fresh vegetables with chili 3.    a pleasing sensation of strong taste or flavor 4.    interest or excitement, especially when it makes something more enjoyable Examples: - Marc was appointed to a position for which I had little relish. - Frank doesn’t relish telling Lisa that her car has been stolen. - But when her car was found she was feeling better. Lisa ate her dinner with relish and even asked for seconds. - I have no relish for getting up early in the morning - The incident added relish to an otherwise dull weekend. Synonyms: enjoyment, gusto, delight, pleasure, glee, enjoy, delight in, love, adore Antonyms: dislike. VORACIOUS (adjective): Consuming or eager to consume great amounts of food; ravenous. Having or marked by an insatiable appetite for an activity or pursuit; especially eager: unusually eager or enthusiastic about an activity very hungry: desiring or consuming food in great quantities Examples: - Phil is a voracious eater who dives into his food. - Lisa a voracious reader that pours through several books a month. - Don’t we all love to see children with a voracious appetite for knowledge. Synonyms: hungry, ravenous, insatiable, rapacious, greedy, eager, avid Antonyms: satiated RELISH Definition (noun, verb):  (Verb) 1.    to enjoy or take great pleasure in an experience 2.    to enjoy the taste of a particular food or drink 3.    to give a pleasing taste to food, e.g. by adding spice or relish Noun: 1.    enjoyment: a liking or appreciation of food or of an experience 2.    a spiced side dish or accompaniment to food, e.g. pickled or fresh vegetables with chili 3.    a pleasing sensation of strong taste or flavor 4.    interest or excitement, especially when it makes something more enjoyable Examples: - Marc was appointed to a position for which I had little relish. - Frank doesn’t relish telling Lisa that her car has been stolen. - But when her car was found she was feeling better. Lisa ate her dinner with relish and even asked for seconds. - I have no relish for getting up early in the morning - The incident added relish to an otherwise dull weekend. Synonyms: enjoyment, gusto, delight, pleasure, glee, enjoy, delight in, love, adore Antonyms: dislike. VORACIOUS (adjective): Consuming or eager to consume great amounts of food; ravenous. Having or marked by an insatiable appetite for an activity or pursuit; especially eager: unusually eager or enthusiastic about an activity very hungry: desiring or consuming food in great quantities Examples: - Phil is a voracious eater who dives into his food. - Lisa a voracious reader that pours through several books a month. - Don’t we all love to see children with a voracious appetite for knowledge. Synonyms: hungry, ravenous, insatiable, rapacious, greedy, eager, avid Antonyms: satiated tag:odeo.com,2009-10-30,25398342 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 02:44:02 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/25368090-JV554-Procrastinate-and-Unwitting PROCRASTINATE (verb): to delay doing something that should be done, To put off doing something, especially out of habitual carelessness or laziness. To postpone or delay needlessly. Examples: - Marc warned his students not to procrastinate on the assignment because it could not be done in one day. - Lisa procrastinated all afternoon until it was too late to start painting the walls that day. - Lisa didn’t finish the project because of procrastination; she simply waited too long to get started. Synonyms: delay, postpone, stall, dawdle, put off, prolong Antonyms: hurry, rush, speed UNWITTING (adjective): 1. not aware; 2. not intentional, Not knowing; unaware: an unwitting subject in an experiment. Not intended; unintentional: an unwitting admission of guilt. Examples: - There’s no need to apologize; I realize it was an unwitting mistake and I don’t blame you at all. - Lisa unwittingly helped her boss shred some files, which she had no idea contained sensitive information pertine... PROCRASTINATE (verb): to delay doing something that should be done, To put off doing something, especially out of habitual carelessness or laziness. To postpone or delay needlessly. Examples: - Marc warned his students not to procrastinate on the assignment because it could not be done in one day. - Lisa procrastinated all afternoon until it was too late to start painting the walls that day. - Lisa didn’t finish the project because of procrastination; she simply waited too long to get started. Synonyms: delay, postpone, stall, dawdle, put off, prolong Antonyms: hurry, rush, speed UNWITTING (adjective): 1. not aware; 2. not intentional, Not knowing; unaware: an unwitting subject in an experiment. Not intended; unintentional: an unwitting admission of guilt. Examples: - There’s no need to apologize; I realize it was an unwitting mistake and I don’t blame you at all. - Lisa unwittingly helped her boss shred some files, which she had no idea contained sensitive information pertinent to the case against their firm. - The two women claimed they were the unwitting victims of a drugs dealer who planted a large quantity of heroin in their luggage. Synonyms: unaware, inadvertent, unknowing, unintentional, unplanned Antonyms: knowing, aware PROCRASTINATE (verb): to delay doing something that should be done, To put off doing something, especially out of habitual carelessness or laziness. To postpone or delay needlessly. Examples: - Marc warned his students not to procrastinate on the assignment because it could not be done in one day. - Lisa procrastinated all afternoon until it was too late to start painting the walls that day. - Lisa didn’t finish the project because of procrastination; she simply waited too long to get started. Synonyms: delay, postpone, stall, dawdle, put off, prolong Antonyms: hurry, rush, speed UNWITTING (adjective): 1. not aware; 2. not intentional, Not knowing; unaware: an unwitting subject in an experiment. Not intended; unintentional: an unwitting admission of guilt. Examples: - There’s no need to apologize; I realize it was an unwitting mistake and I don’t blame you at all. - Lisa unwittingly helped her boss shred some files, which she had no idea contained sensitive information pertinent to the case against their firm. - The two women claimed they were the unwitting victims of a drugs dealer who planted a large quantity of heroin in their luggage. Synonyms: unaware, inadvertent, unknowing, unintentional, unplanned Antonyms: knowing, aware tag:odeo.com,2009-10-25,25368090 Sun, 25 Oct 2009 02:39:50 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/25317223-JV553-Palliate-and-Turgid PALLIATE (verb) : 1. to try to make something seem less serious or severe, especially by offering excuses; 2. to make something less intense or severe; 3. to relieve the painful, physical symptoms of a disorder or disease. Examples: - Lisa works out everyday in order to palliate stress. - The medical article addressed the many ways to palliate the symptoms of the disease until a cure could be found. - Joanne tried to palliate the pain she had caused her parents by sending an apology card. - My mother tried to palliate the bleeding with a band-aid, until we could get to the hospital to have the cut stitched up. Synonyms: extenuate, mitigate, excuse, abate, alleviate, diminish, ease, assuage Antonyms: aggravate, worsen, exacerbate TURGID (adjective): 1. pompous and overcomplicated: pompous, boring, and overcomplicated. 2. overflowing: swollen and overflowing Examples: - I could not sit through another minute of the actor’s long, turgid, and unnecessarily complicated acceptance s... PALLIATE (verb) : 1. to try to make something seem less serious or severe, especially by offering excuses; 2. to make something less intense or severe; 3. to relieve the painful, physical symptoms of a disorder or disease. Examples: - Lisa works out everyday in order to palliate stress. - The medical article addressed the many ways to palliate the symptoms of the disease until a cure could be found. - Joanne tried to palliate the pain she had caused her parents by sending an apology card. - My mother tried to palliate the bleeding with a band-aid, until we could get to the hospital to have the cut stitched up. Synonyms: extenuate, mitigate, excuse, abate, alleviate, diminish, ease, assuage Antonyms: aggravate, worsen, exacerbate TURGID (adjective): 1. pompous and overcomplicated: pompous, boring, and overcomplicated. 2. overflowing: swollen and overflowing Examples: - I could not sit through another minute of the actor’s long, turgid, and unnecessarily complicated acceptance speech. - The doctor said grandpa’s turgid veins were caused by his diabetes. - After his success in the stock market, Mike’s already turgid ego became even more inflated. - There is a woman at my book club who loves to expatiate about her understanding of the book in a turgid manner. Synonyms: bombastic, pompous, overblown, inflated, tumid, high-flown, puffed up, affected, pretentious. Antonyms: reserved, humble, quiet PALLIATE (verb) : 1. to try to make something seem less serious or severe, especially by offering excuses; 2. to make something less intense or severe; 3. to relieve the painful, physical symptoms of a disorder or disease. Examples: - Lisa works out everyday in order to palliate stress. - The medical article addressed the many ways to palliate the symptoms of the disease until a cure could be found. - Joanne tried to palliate the pain she had caused her parents by sending an apology card. - My mother tried to palliate the bleeding with a band-aid, until we could get to the hospital to have the cut stitched up. Synonyms: extenuate, mitigate, excuse, abate, alleviate, diminish, ease, assuage Antonyms: aggravate, worsen, exacerbate TURGID (adjective): 1. pompous and overcomplicated: pompous, boring, and overcomplicated. 2. overflowing: swollen and overflowing Examples: - I could not sit through another minute of the actor’s long, turgid, and unnecessarily complicated acceptance speech. - The doctor said grandpa’s turgid veins were caused by his diabetes. - After his success in the stock market, Mike’s already turgid ego became even more inflated. - There is a woman at my book club who loves to expatiate about her understanding of the book in a turgid manner. Synonyms: bombastic, pompous, overblown, inflated, tumid, high-flown, puffed up, affected, pretentious. Antonyms: reserved, humble, quiet tag:odeo.com,2009-10-20,25317223 Tue, 20 Oct 2009 02:36:32 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/25283465-JV552-Insouciant-and-Synthesis INSOUCIANT (adjective): a relaxed and happy,   without worry or guilt: without worry, anxiety, or guilt–unconcerned. Examples: - Frank’s insouciant attitude toward money and the importance of saving will surely land him in financial trouble. - The insouciant housekeeper didn’t notice that the dog had gotten out. - Sometimes, Lisa admired Frank’s youthful insouciance, but other times she thought he was too cavalier. - The insouciant way in which John managed his employees caused people to slack off and disregard their responsibilities. Synonyms: breezy, carefree, ignorant, easygoing, blithe, nonchalant, careless Antonyms: concerned, burdened, troubled, worried, anxious SYNTHESIS (noun):  the combination of ideas to form a theory or system : 1. result of combination: a new unified whole resulting from the combination of different ideas, influences, or objects 2. combining of various components into whole: the process of combining different ideas, influences, or objects int... INSOUCIANT (adjective): a relaxed and happy,   without worry or guilt: without worry, anxiety, or guilt–unconcerned. Examples: - Frank’s insouciant attitude toward money and the importance of saving will surely land him in financial trouble. - The insouciant housekeeper didn’t notice that the dog had gotten out. - Sometimes, Lisa admired Frank’s youthful insouciance, but other times she thought he was too cavalier. - The insouciant way in which John managed his employees caused people to slack off and disregard their responsibilities. Synonyms: breezy, carefree, ignorant, easygoing, blithe, nonchalant, careless Antonyms: concerned, burdened, troubled, worried, anxious SYNTHESIS (noun):  the combination of ideas to form a theory or system : 1. result of combination: a new unified whole resulting from the combination of different ideas, influences, or objects 2. combining of various components into whole: the process of combining different ideas, influences, or objects into a new whole 3. chemistry formation of chemical compounds: the formation of compounds through one or more chemical reactions involving simpler substances Examples: - The synthesis of all the information we have gathered should provide us with a definitive theory. - The synthesis of our various ideas created a truly unique marketing strategy for our client. - Please synthesize the data in a concise report. - The artist’s paintings are an interesting synthesis of abstraction and impressionism. Synonyms: creation, combination, formation, mixture, compound, composition, union Antonyms: separation, destruction INSOUCIANT (adjective): a relaxed and happy,   without worry or guilt: without worry, anxiety, or guilt–unconcerned. Examples: - Frank’s insouciant attitude toward money and the importance of saving will surely land him in financial trouble. - The insouciant housekeeper didn’t notice that the dog had gotten out. - Sometimes, Lisa admired Frank’s youthful insouciance, but other times she thought he was too cavalier. - The insouciant way in which John managed his employees caused people to slack off and disregard their responsibilities. Synonyms: breezy, carefree, ignorant, easygoing, blithe, nonchalant, careless Antonyms: concerned, burdened, troubled, worried, anxious SYNTHESIS (noun):  the combination of ideas to form a theory or system : 1. result of combination: a new unified whole resulting from the combination of different ideas, influences, or objects 2. combining of various components into whole: the process of combining different ideas, influences, or objects into a new whole 3. chemistry formation of chemical compounds: the formation of compounds through one or more chemical reactions involving simpler substances Examples: - The synthesis of all the information we have gathered should provide us with a definitive theory. - The synthesis of our various ideas created a truly unique marketing strategy for our client. - Please synthesize the data in a concise report. - The artist’s paintings are an interesting synthesis of abstraction and impressionism. Synonyms: creation, combination, formation, mixture, compound, composition, union Antonyms: separation, destruction tag:odeo.com,2009-10-14,25283465 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 02:26:43 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/25248694-JV551-Pariah-and-Preface PARIAH = someone who has been outcast from society and is avoided by people, a person who is not accepted by a social group, especially because he or she is not liked, respected or trusted Synonyms: outcast, vagrant, abomination, derelict, renegade, undesirable, castoff, reject Antonyms: insider Examples: - The president became a pariah after he asked for another tax increase, and people couldn’t wait to oust him from office. - Phil mumbled: “Smokers are treated as pariahs these days.” - Lisa’s constant lying caused her to become a pariah among her peers. PREFACE = (noun, verb) (n.) an introduction at the beginning of a book; (v.) to begin with a preface or introduction before presenting your main point Synonyms: (n.) introduction, foreword, prologue, (v.) introduce, begin, open Antonyms: (n.) epilogue, postscript, addendum, closing, conclusion, (v.) close, conclude Examples: - Joanne loves Mark Twain’s books because they are immediately engaging, right from the preface. - Phi... PARIAH = someone who has been outcast from society and is avoided by people, a person who is not accepted by a social group, especially because he or she is not liked, respected or trusted Synonyms: outcast, vagrant, abomination, derelict, renegade, undesirable, castoff, reject Antonyms: insider Examples: - The president became a pariah after he asked for another tax increase, and people couldn’t wait to oust him from office. - Phil mumbled: “Smokers are treated as pariahs these days.” - Lisa’s constant lying caused her to become a pariah among her peers. PREFACE = (noun, verb) (n.) an introduction at the beginning of a book; (v.) to begin with a preface or introduction before presenting your main point Synonyms: (n.) introduction, foreword, prologue, (v.) introduce, begin, open Antonyms: (n.) epilogue, postscript, addendum, closing, conclusion, (v.) close, conclude Examples: - Joanne loves Mark Twain’s books because they are immediately engaging, right from the preface. - Phil didn’t preface the bad news with, “I don’t know how to tell you this but.” - Please let me preface my response to your question by noting that I am not an expert in this area. PARIAH = someone who has been outcast from society and is avoided by people, a person who is not accepted by a social group, especially because he or she is not liked, respected or trusted Synonyms: outcast, vagrant, abomination, derelict, renegade, undesirable, castoff, reject Antonyms: insider Examples: - The president became a pariah after he asked for another tax increase, and people couldn’t wait to oust him from office. - Phil mumbled: “Smokers are treated as pariahs these days.” - Lisa’s constant lying caused her to become a pariah among her peers. PREFACE = (noun, verb) (n.) an introduction at the beginning of a book; (v.) to begin with a preface or introduction before presenting your main point Synonyms: (n.) introduction, foreword, prologue, (v.) introduce, begin, open Antonyms: (n.) epilogue, postscript, addendum, closing, conclusion, (v.) close, conclude Examples: - Joanne loves Mark Twain’s books because they are immediately engaging, right from the preface. - Phil didn’t preface the bad news with, “I don’t know how to tell you this but.” - Please let me preface my response to your question by noting that I am not an expert in this area. tag:odeo.com,2009-10-07,25248694 Wed, 07 Oct 2009 08:25:13 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/25210513-JV550-Sanguine-and-Prudent SANGUINE = (adjective) having a cheerfully optimistic temperament or outlook–hopeful Synonyms: upbeat, optimistic, positive, hopeful, expectant, enthusiastic, cheerful Antonyms: hopeless, pessimistic Examples: - The hotel trained its human resources staff to choose employees with sanguine personalities - Some people expect the economy to continue to improve, but others are less sanguine. - Stock traders remained sanguine despite reduced profit margins. - John’s sanguine outlook on life, even during difficult times, kept him young and carefree. - Sandy’s sanguine attitude won her many friends and admirers. PRUDENT = (adjective) 1. having good sense and judgment; 2. being careful and sensible Synonyms: careful, cautious, discreet, wise, sagacious, judicious, sensible, practical, discerning, guarded, mindful, tactful, thrifty, economical, watchful, circumspect Antonyms: imprudent, foolish Examples: - Phil was quite prudent in his spending habits and always had plenty ... SANGUINE = (adjective) having a cheerfully optimistic temperament or outlook–hopeful Synonyms: upbeat, optimistic, positive, hopeful, expectant, enthusiastic, cheerful Antonyms: hopeless, pessimistic Examples: - The hotel trained its human resources staff to choose employees with sanguine personalities - Some people expect the economy to continue to improve, but others are less sanguine. - Stock traders remained sanguine despite reduced profit margins. - John’s sanguine outlook on life, even during difficult times, kept him young and carefree. - Sandy’s sanguine attitude won her many friends and admirers. PRUDENT = (adjective) 1. having good sense and judgment; 2. being careful and sensible Synonyms: careful, cautious, discreet, wise, sagacious, judicious, sensible, practical, discerning, guarded, mindful, tactful, thrifty, economical, watchful, circumspect Antonyms: imprudent, foolish Examples: - Phil was quite prudent in his spending habits and always had plenty of savings in the bank. - Marc’s decision was prudent and timely. - It’s always prudent to read a contract properly before signing it. - Lisa was always prudent when giving criticism, so as not to offend anyone. - Joanne’s financial prudence was rewarded with growing investments. SANGUINE = (adjective) having a cheerfully optimistic temperament or outlook–hopeful Synonyms: upbeat, optimistic, positive, hopeful, expectant, enthusiastic, cheerful Antonyms: hopeless, pessimistic Examples: - The hotel trained its human resources staff to choose employees with sanguine personalities - Some people expect the economy to continue to improve, but others are less sanguine. - Stock traders remained sanguine despite reduced profit margins. - John’s sanguine outlook on life, even during difficult times, kept him young and carefree. - Sandy’s sanguine attitude won her many friends and admirers. PRUDENT = (adjective) 1. having good sense and judgment; 2. being careful and sensible Synonyms: careful, cautious, discreet, wise, sagacious, judicious, sensible, practical, discerning, guarded, mindful, tactful, thrifty, economical, watchful, circumspect Antonyms: imprudent, foolish Examples: - Phil was quite prudent in his spending habits and always had plenty of savings in the bank. - Marc’s decision was prudent and timely. - It’s always prudent to read a contract properly before signing it. - Lisa was always prudent when giving criticism, so as not to offend anyone. - Joanne’s financial prudence was rewarded with growing investments. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-30,25210513 Wed, 30 Sep 2009 08:17:42 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/25171212-JV549-Rectify-and-Impecunious RECTIFY = (verb) to make something right again, to correct it Synonyms: remedy, repair, right, correct, adjust, amend, fix, mend, improve, revise Antonyms: ruin, damage, worsen Examples: - Frank tried to glue the vase back together, but unfortunately, he couldn’t rectify the break. - His top priority as the new president was to rectify his predecessor’s mistakes. - If Lisa doesn’t make an attempt to rectify the problem, her neighbors will take her to court. - The tense situation was rectified when Mary called everyone in the group to apologize for her mistakes. IMPECUNIOUS = (adjective) poor and thus without the comforts of a wealthier life Synonyms: poor, destitute, impoverished, penniless Antonyms: rich Examples: - The prodigal son returned home impecunious and suffering from near starvation. - Everyone was surprised to learn that Donald Trump married an impecunious woman who he met at a diner. - Annie is a musical about a group of impecunious orphans who all dre... RECTIFY = (verb) to make something right again, to correct it Synonyms: remedy, repair, right, correct, adjust, amend, fix, mend, improve, revise Antonyms: ruin, damage, worsen Examples: - Frank tried to glue the vase back together, but unfortunately, he couldn’t rectify the break. - His top priority as the new president was to rectify his predecessor’s mistakes. - If Lisa doesn’t make an attempt to rectify the problem, her neighbors will take her to court. - The tense situation was rectified when Mary called everyone in the group to apologize for her mistakes. IMPECUNIOUS = (adjective) poor and thus without the comforts of a wealthier life Synonyms: poor, destitute, impoverished, penniless Antonyms: rich Examples: - The prodigal son returned home impecunious and suffering from near starvation. - Everyone was surprised to learn that Donald Trump married an impecunious woman who he met at a diner. - Annie is a musical about a group of impecunious orphans who all dream of a better life. RECTIFY = (verb) to make something right again, to correct it Synonyms: remedy, repair, right, correct, adjust, amend, fix, mend, improve, revise Antonyms: ruin, damage, worsen Examples: - Frank tried to glue the vase back together, but unfortunately, he couldn’t rectify the break. - His top priority as the new president was to rectify his predecessor’s mistakes. - If Lisa doesn’t make an attempt to rectify the problem, her neighbors will take her to court. - The tense situation was rectified when Mary called everyone in the group to apologize for her mistakes. IMPECUNIOUS = (adjective) poor and thus without the comforts of a wealthier life Synonyms: poor, destitute, impoverished, penniless Antonyms: rich Examples: - The prodigal son returned home impecunious and suffering from near starvation. - Everyone was surprised to learn that Donald Trump married an impecunious woman who he met at a diner. - Annie is a musical about a group of impecunious orphans who all dream of a better life. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-23,25171212 Wed, 23 Sep 2009 06:54:54 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/25133503-JV548-Nepotism-and-Imbroglio NEPOTISM: (noun) favoritism shown to relatives by those in power, favoritism shown by somebody in power to relatives and friends, especially in appointing them to good positions. using your power or influence to obtain good jobs or unfair advantages for members of your own family: Synonyms: favoritism, partiality Antonyms: nonpartisanship Examples: - The Italian Mafia practiced nepotism as a way of keeping the “business” inside the family. - The government discouraged nepotism and made sure that people were    hired and promoted based on merit, not because they are relatives of the president. - When the company CEO gave a sought-after position to his son, many employees felt it was due to nepotism, rather than true merit. IMBROGLIO = (noun: a complicated, sometimes emotionally charged, situation involving intrigue and misunderstanding, an extremely confused, complicated, or embarrassing situation : the Watergate imbroglio. An unwanted, difficult and confusing situation, ... NEPOTISM: (noun) favoritism shown to relatives by those in power, favoritism shown by somebody in power to relatives and friends, especially in appointing them to good positions. using your power or influence to obtain good jobs or unfair advantages for members of your own family: Synonyms: favoritism, partiality Antonyms: nonpartisanship Examples: - The Italian Mafia practiced nepotism as a way of keeping the “business” inside the family. - The government discouraged nepotism and made sure that people were    hired and promoted based on merit, not because they are relatives of the president. - When the company CEO gave a sought-after position to his son, many employees felt it was due to nepotism, rather than true merit. IMBROGLIO = (noun: a complicated, sometimes emotionally charged, situation involving intrigue and misunderstanding, an extremely confused, complicated, or embarrassing situation : the Watergate imbroglio. An unwanted, difficult and confusing situation, full of trouble and problems. Synonyms: predicament, tangle, snarl, dispute, mess Examples: - The imbroglio in the Middle East was caused by a lack of clear communication and fear. - The company may not survive another legal imbroglio - Land developers and environmentalists are always in some type of imbroglio over new construction plans. NEPOTISM: (noun) favoritism shown to relatives by those in power, favoritism shown by somebody in power to relatives and friends, especially in appointing them to good positions. using your power or influence to obtain good jobs or unfair advantages for members of your own family: Synonyms: favoritism, partiality Antonyms: nonpartisanship Examples: - The Italian Mafia practiced nepotism as a way of keeping the “business” inside the family. - The government discouraged nepotism and made sure that people were    hired and promoted based on merit, not because they are relatives of the president. - When the company CEO gave a sought-after position to his son, many employees felt it was due to nepotism, rather than true merit. IMBROGLIO = (noun: a complicated, sometimes emotionally charged, situation involving intrigue and misunderstanding, an extremely confused, complicated, or embarrassing situation : the Watergate imbroglio. An unwanted, difficult and confusing situation, full of trouble and problems. Synonyms: predicament, tangle, snarl, dispute, mess Examples: - The imbroglio in the Middle East was caused by a lack of clear communication and fear. - The company may not survive another legal imbroglio - Land developers and environmentalists are always in some type of imbroglio over new construction plans. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-16,25133503 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 03:31:08 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/25122775-JV547-Sporadic-and-Retort SPORADIC = occurring occasionally at intervals that have no apparent pattern Synonyms: occasional, infrequent, unconnected, scattered, uncommon, irregular Antonyms: frequent, regular Examples: - The ambiguous economic report caused sporadic buying on wall street. - The police’s sporadic attempts to sweep the drug pushers off the streets proved ineffective. - The WTO meeting was disrupted by sporadic protests and riots. - The weather man forecasted sporadic showers throughout the day. RETORT = (noun, verb) (n.) a quick, witty response to a question; (v.) 1. to quickly respond to a question with a witty or insulting response; 2. to respond to someone’s argument Synonyms: (n.) response, reply, comback, counterargument, (v.) reply, answer, respond, rebut, counter Antonyms: question Examples: - When she said “Yeah, BABY!” he retorted, “That’s Mr. Baby to you.” - “I am rubber and you are glue” is not a very good retort to criticism. - ... SPORADIC = occurring occasionally at intervals that have no apparent pattern Synonyms: occasional, infrequent, unconnected, scattered, uncommon, irregular Antonyms: frequent, regular Examples: - The ambiguous economic report caused sporadic buying on wall street. - The police’s sporadic attempts to sweep the drug pushers off the streets proved ineffective. - The WTO meeting was disrupted by sporadic protests and riots. - The weather man forecasted sporadic showers throughout the day. RETORT = (noun, verb) (n.) a quick, witty response to a question; (v.) 1. to quickly respond to a question with a witty or insulting response; 2. to respond to someone’s argument Synonyms: (n.) response, reply, comback, counterargument, (v.) reply, answer, respond, rebut, counter Antonyms: question Examples: - When she said “Yeah, BABY!” he retorted, “That’s Mr. Baby to you.” - “I am rubber and you are glue” is not a very good retort to criticism. - After Lisa screamed at him, Marc’s retort was, “Please come back when you are ready to act like an adult and engage in a civilized discussion.” - Sure, that’s a funny retort you just made, but you still haven’t answered my question. SPORADIC = occurring occasionally at intervals that have no apparent pattern Synonyms: occasional, infrequent, unconnected, scattered, uncommon, irregular Antonyms: frequent, regular Examples: - The ambiguous economic report caused sporadic buying on wall street. - The police’s sporadic attempts to sweep the drug pushers off the streets proved ineffective. - The WTO meeting was disrupted by sporadic protests and riots. - The weather man forecasted sporadic showers throughout the day. RETORT = (noun, verb) (n.) a quick, witty response to a question; (v.) 1. to quickly respond to a question with a witty or insulting response; 2. to respond to someone’s argument Synonyms: (n.) response, reply, comback, counterargument, (v.) reply, answer, respond, rebut, counter Antonyms: question Examples: - When she said “Yeah, BABY!” he retorted, “That’s Mr. Baby to you.” - “I am rubber and you are glue” is not a very good retort to criticism. - After Lisa screamed at him, Marc’s retort was, “Please come back when you are ready to act like an adult and engage in a civilized discussion.” - Sure, that’s a funny retort you just made, but you still haven’t answered my question. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-14,25122775 Mon, 14 Sep 2009 05:30:43 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/25097783-JV546-Inculcate-and-Fret INCULCATE = (verb)  to teach or fix something in someone’s mind through forceful repetitio, to fix beliefs or ideas in someone’s mind, especially by repeating them often Synonyms: drill, instill, impart, impress, imbue, condition, brainwash, indoctrinate, ingrain, influence Antonyms: confuse Examples: - I inculcated obedience into my dog through consistent, positive reinforcement. - Our football coach has worked hard to inculcate a team spirit in/into the players. - The young mother was determined to inculcate good manners onto her son. to cause someone to have (particular beliefs or values) by repeating them frequently - The goal is to inculcate in students a tolerance for people of other religions and races. FRET = (verb) to be anxious or disturbed about something–to worry Synonyms: agonize, worry, chafe, stew, mope, brood Examples: - Don’t fret because worrying won’t help anything. - Guitar players generally get calluses on their fingers from moving ... INCULCATE = (verb)  to teach or fix something in someone’s mind through forceful repetitio, to fix beliefs or ideas in someone’s mind, especially by repeating them often Synonyms: drill, instill, impart, impress, imbue, condition, brainwash, indoctrinate, ingrain, influence Antonyms: confuse Examples: - I inculcated obedience into my dog through consistent, positive reinforcement. - Our football coach has worked hard to inculcate a team spirit in/into the players. - The young mother was determined to inculcate good manners onto her son. to cause someone to have (particular beliefs or values) by repeating them frequently - The goal is to inculcate in students a tolerance for people of other religions and races. FRET = (verb) to be anxious or disturbed about something–to worry Synonyms: agonize, worry, chafe, stew, mope, brood Examples: - Don’t fret because worrying won’t help anything. - Guitar players generally get calluses on their fingers from moving their fingers up and down the frets. - By midnight Lisa was tired and fretful - Joanna spent the day fretting about/over what she’d said to Nicky. INCULCATE = (verb)  to teach or fix something in someone’s mind through forceful repetitio, to fix beliefs or ideas in someone’s mind, especially by repeating them often Synonyms: drill, instill, impart, impress, imbue, condition, brainwash, indoctrinate, ingrain, influence Antonyms: confuse Examples: - I inculcated obedience into my dog through consistent, positive reinforcement. - Our football coach has worked hard to inculcate a team spirit in/into the players. - The young mother was determined to inculcate good manners onto her son. to cause someone to have (particular beliefs or values) by repeating them frequently - The goal is to inculcate in students a tolerance for people of other religions and races. FRET = (verb) to be anxious or disturbed about something–to worry Synonyms: agonize, worry, chafe, stew, mope, brood Examples: - Don’t fret because worrying won’t help anything. - Guitar players generally get calluses on their fingers from moving their fingers up and down the frets. - By midnight Lisa was tired and fretful - Joanna spent the day fretting about/over what she’d said to Nicky. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-09,25097783 Wed, 09 Sep 2009 05:49:41 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/25060618-JV545-Infuse-and-Prodigy INFUSE = (verb) 1. to fill or cause to be filled with emotion; 2. to fill by pouring; 3. to steep or soak something in a liquid in order to extract its flavor Synonyms: steep, soak, introduce, inspire, instill, saturate, fill, ingrain, permeate, pervade Antonyms: drain, remove Examples: - The coach infused sportsmanship into the players. - Adding anchovies will infuse a salty taste into the pizza. - Lisa’s plan of going to the rock festival infused new life into our weekend. - An infusion of $100 000 into the company is required. PRODIGY (noun) = 1. a young person with exceptional gift or talent; 2. something amazing or extraordinary Synonyms: genius, virtuoso, marvel, talent, wonder, phenomenon Examples: - Mozart was a musical prodigy who began writing concertos at the age of five, when other children were still playing in the sandbox. - The father wanted his son to be a golf prodigy so badly, he dragged him to golf practice every day. - The 16-year-old tennis prodigy is the younge... INFUSE = (verb) 1. to fill or cause to be filled with emotion; 2. to fill by pouring; 3. to steep or soak something in a liquid in order to extract its flavor Synonyms: steep, soak, introduce, inspire, instill, saturate, fill, ingrain, permeate, pervade Antonyms: drain, remove Examples: - The coach infused sportsmanship into the players. - Adding anchovies will infuse a salty taste into the pizza. - Lisa’s plan of going to the rock festival infused new life into our weekend. - An infusion of $100 000 into the company is required. PRODIGY (noun) = 1. a young person with exceptional gift or talent; 2. something amazing or extraordinary Synonyms: genius, virtuoso, marvel, talent, wonder, phenomenon Examples: - Mozart was a musical prodigy who began writing concertos at the age of five, when other children were still playing in the sandbox. - The father wanted his son to be a golf prodigy so badly, he dragged him to golf practice every day. - The 16-year-old tennis prodigy is the youngest player ever to reach the Olympic finals. INFUSE = (verb) 1. to fill or cause to be filled with emotion; 2. to fill by pouring; 3. to steep or soak something in a liquid in order to extract its flavor Synonyms: steep, soak, introduce, inspire, instill, saturate, fill, ingrain, permeate, pervade Antonyms: drain, remove Examples: - The coach infused sportsmanship into the players. - Adding anchovies will infuse a salty taste into the pizza. - Lisa’s plan of going to the rock festival infused new life into our weekend. - An infusion of $100 000 into the company is required. PRODIGY (noun) = 1. a young person with exceptional gift or talent; 2. something amazing or extraordinary Synonyms: genius, virtuoso, marvel, talent, wonder, phenomenon Examples: - Mozart was a musical prodigy who began writing concertos at the age of five, when other children were still playing in the sandbox. - The father wanted his son to be a golf prodigy so badly, he dragged him to golf practice every day. - The 16-year-old tennis prodigy is the youngest player ever to reach the Olympic finals. tag:odeo.com,2009-09-02,25060618 Wed, 02 Sep 2009 02:10:12 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/25025021-JV544-Sloth-and-Paramount SLOTH = 1. a disinclination to do any work or activity; 2. a person who is lazy; 3. slow-moving animal found in Central and South America, an animal that moves very slowly and spends much of its time hanging upside down from trees Synonyms: inaction, slowness, laziness, sluggishness, lethargy, Antonyms: activity, Examples: - Marc slothful ways caused him to be late again. - When Frank’s girlfriend betrayed him, he turned into a sloth and hardly ever got off his couch. - Today’s newspaper criticizes the government’s sloth in tackling environmental problems. PARAMOUNT = foremost in importance or power Synonyms: supreme, predominant, principal, primary, Antonyms: unimportant, insignificant Examples: - Getting those contracts signed is paramount to our project; without them, we can’t even begin. - It is of paramount importance that I fly out tomorrow to meet with the client, or we may lose this business. - National security is a paramount issue in the Presidential campaign. SLOTH = 1. a disinclination to do any work or activity; 2. a person who is lazy; 3. slow-moving animal found in Central and South America, an animal that moves very slowly and spends much of its time hanging upside down from trees Synonyms: inaction, slowness, laziness, sluggishness, lethargy, Antonyms: activity, Examples: - Marc slothful ways caused him to be late again. - When Frank’s girlfriend betrayed him, he turned into a sloth and hardly ever got off his couch. - Today’s newspaper criticizes the government’s sloth in tackling environmental problems. PARAMOUNT = foremost in importance or power Synonyms: supreme, predominant, principal, primary, Antonyms: unimportant, insignificant Examples: - Getting those contracts signed is paramount to our project; without them, we can’t even begin. - It is of paramount importance that I fly out tomorrow to meet with the client, or we may lose this business. - National security is a paramount issue in the Presidential campaign. SLOTH = 1. a disinclination to do any work or activity; 2. a person who is lazy; 3. slow-moving animal found in Central and South America, an animal that moves very slowly and spends much of its time hanging upside down from trees Synonyms: inaction, slowness, laziness, sluggishness, lethargy, Antonyms: activity, Examples: - Marc slothful ways caused him to be late again. - When Frank’s girlfriend betrayed him, he turned into a sloth and hardly ever got off his couch. - Today’s newspaper criticizes the government’s sloth in tackling environmental problems. PARAMOUNT = foremost in importance or power Synonyms: supreme, predominant, principal, primary, Antonyms: unimportant, insignificant Examples: - Getting those contracts signed is paramount to our project; without them, we can’t even begin. - It is of paramount importance that I fly out tomorrow to meet with the client, or we may lose this business. - National security is a paramount issue in the Presidential campaign. tag:odeo.com,2009-08-26,25025021 Wed, 26 Aug 2009 07:15:11 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24981532-JV543-Lampoon-and-Levee LAMPOON = (n.) an artistic work that pokes fun or ridicules; (v.) to poke fun or ridicule Synonyms: (n.) joke, parody, satire, skit, (v.) ridicule, make fun, satirize Antonyms: documentary Examples: - No matter how good a leader he may be, there will always be comedians lampooning the President of the United states. - The magazine that Liza is working for always includes a section that lampoons a popular movie. - The magazine is famed for its merciless political lampoons. LEVEE = 1. a natural or artificial embankment by a river, to contain flooding; 2. a river landing place Synonyms: bank, embankment, lakefront, lakeshore, cliff, barrier, wharf, jetty, pier, dock Examples: - After the levee broke, more than 20% of the field was flooded. - In order to make a natural fish habitat, the Fish and Wildlife Service had to destroy a part of the lake’s levee. - Marc and Joanne we’re on a sailing trip. For the weekend they docked their sailboat alongside the levee. - In the morning Marc... LAMPOON = (n.) an artistic work that pokes fun or ridicules; (v.) to poke fun or ridicule Synonyms: (n.) joke, parody, satire, skit, (v.) ridicule, make fun, satirize Antonyms: documentary Examples: - No matter how good a leader he may be, there will always be comedians lampooning the President of the United states. - The magazine that Liza is working for always includes a section that lampoons a popular movie. - The magazine is famed for its merciless political lampoons. LEVEE = 1. a natural or artificial embankment by a river, to contain flooding; 2. a river landing place Synonyms: bank, embankment, lakefront, lakeshore, cliff, barrier, wharf, jetty, pier, dock Examples: - After the levee broke, more than 20% of the field was flooded. - In order to make a natural fish habitat, the Fish and Wildlife Service had to destroy a part of the lake’s levee. - Marc and Joanne we’re on a sailing trip. For the weekend they docked their sailboat alongside the levee. - In the morning Marc decided to go for a swim, After his morning swim he cam ashore on the levee. LAMPOON = (n.) an artistic work that pokes fun or ridicules; (v.) to poke fun or ridicule Synonyms: (n.) joke, parody, satire, skit, (v.) ridicule, make fun, satirize Antonyms: documentary Examples: - No matter how good a leader he may be, there will always be comedians lampooning the President of the United states. - The magazine that Liza is working for always includes a section that lampoons a popular movie. - The magazine is famed for its merciless political lampoons. LEVEE = 1. a natural or artificial embankment by a river, to contain flooding; 2. a river landing place Synonyms: bank, embankment, lakefront, lakeshore, cliff, barrier, wharf, jetty, pier, dock Examples: - After the levee broke, more than 20% of the field was flooded. - In order to make a natural fish habitat, the Fish and Wildlife Service had to destroy a part of the lake’s levee. - Marc and Joanne we’re on a sailing trip. For the weekend they docked their sailboat alongside the levee. - In the morning Marc decided to go for a swim, After his morning swim he cam ashore on the levee. tag:odeo.com,2009-08-18,24981532 Tue, 18 Aug 2009 06:14:53 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24870873-JV542-Penchant-and-Intrepid PENCHANT = (noun) a strong liking for or tendency toward something, especially something that others may not look favorably on, liking or tendency: a strong liking, taste, or tendency for something. Synonyms: inclination, affinity, tendency, predisposition Antonyms: disinclination, dislike Examples: John’s penchant for taking clients to expensive restaurants is costing our company too much money. Frank has a penchant for showing up late to meetings, but I don’t think he realizes how inconsiderate that is. Joanne has a penchant for drinking too much wine and acting silly at parties. INTREPID = (adjective) extremely brave and showing no fear of dangerous situations, not vulnerable to fear or intimidation Synonyms: fearless, undaunted, perseverant, persistent, brave, courageous, bold, daring, heroic Antonyms: fearful, timid, cowardly Examples: Achilles was a brilliant and intrepid warrior. After the market crash, only a handful of intrepid investors put money in tech-stocks. Lisa... PENCHANT = (noun) a strong liking for or tendency toward something, especially something that others may not look favorably on, liking or tendency: a strong liking, taste, or tendency for something. Synonyms: inclination, affinity, tendency, predisposition Antonyms: disinclination, dislike Examples: John’s penchant for taking clients to expensive restaurants is costing our company too much money. Frank has a penchant for showing up late to meetings, but I don’t think he realizes how inconsiderate that is. Joanne has a penchant for drinking too much wine and acting silly at parties. INTREPID = (adjective) extremely brave and showing no fear of dangerous situations, not vulnerable to fear or intimidation Synonyms: fearless, undaunted, perseverant, persistent, brave, courageous, bold, daring, heroic Antonyms: fearful, timid, cowardly Examples: Achilles was a brilliant and intrepid warrior. After the market crash, only a handful of intrepid investors put money in tech-stocks. Lisa is an intrepid journalist who often reported from deep in the war zone, but never seemed afraid for her life. PENCHANT = (noun) a strong liking for or tendency toward something, especially something that others may not look favorably on, liking or tendency: a strong liking, taste, or tendency for something. Synonyms: inclination, affinity, tendency, predisposition Antonyms: disinclination, dislike Examples: John’s penchant for taking clients to expensive restaurants is costing our company too much money. Frank has a penchant for showing up late to meetings, but I don’t think he realizes how inconsiderate that is. Joanne has a penchant for drinking too much wine and acting silly at parties. INTREPID = (adjective) extremely brave and showing no fear of dangerous situations, not vulnerable to fear or intimidation Synonyms: fearless, undaunted, perseverant, persistent, brave, courageous, bold, daring, heroic Antonyms: fearful, timid, cowardly Examples: Achilles was a brilliant and intrepid warrior. After the market crash, only a handful of intrepid investors put money in tech-stocks. Lisa is an intrepid journalist who often reported from deep in the war zone, but never seemed afraid for her life. tag:odeo.com,2009-07-27,24870873 Mon, 27 Jul 2009 09:54:07 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24753896-JV541-Obsolete-and-Foster OBSOLETE = (adjective) no longer used, usually because it has been replaced with something better Synonyms: outdated, discarded, unfashionable, old-fashioned, archaic, extinct, unused, antiquated Antonyms: current, modern, fresh, up-to-date Examples: - Horse-drawn wagons became obsolete once the car was invented. - Although much of today’s communication and correspondence takes place online, the postal service is not quite obsolete. - Mobile phone technology is developing so quickly that many customers are concerned about obsolescence. - Typewriters have been rendered obsolete by computers. FOSTER = (verb) 1. to nurture and rear a child, as a temporary guardian; 2. to encourage the development or interest of ideas or activities, to encourage the development or growth of (ideas or feelings) Synonyms: cherish, nourish, harbor, raise, nurture, champion, encourage, advance, uphold, stimulate Antonyms: squelch, discourage Examples: - We try to foster an environment of open communication ... OBSOLETE = (adjective) no longer used, usually because it has been replaced with something better Synonyms: outdated, discarded, unfashionable, old-fashioned, archaic, extinct, unused, antiquated Antonyms: current, modern, fresh, up-to-date Examples: - Horse-drawn wagons became obsolete once the car was invented. - Although much of today’s communication and correspondence takes place online, the postal service is not quite obsolete. - Mobile phone technology is developing so quickly that many customers are concerned about obsolescence. - Typewriters have been rendered obsolete by computers. FOSTER = (verb) 1. to nurture and rear a child, as a temporary guardian; 2. to encourage the development or interest of ideas or activities, to encourage the development or growth of (ideas or feelings) Synonyms: cherish, nourish, harbor, raise, nurture, champion, encourage, advance, uphold, stimulate Antonyms: squelch, discourage Examples: - We try to foster an environment of open communication within this department. - He is fostering a plan to help turn this company around. - Lisa’s niece was taken into care by the local council and placed with a foster family. - My parents always tried to foster an interest in classical music in me. - I try to foster an appreciation for classical music in my students. OBSOLETE = (adjective) no longer used, usually because it has been replaced with something better Synonyms: outdated, discarded, unfashionable, old-fashioned, archaic, extinct, unused, antiquated Antonyms: current, modern, fresh, up-to-date Examples: - Horse-drawn wagons became obsolete once the car was invented. - Although much of today’s communication and correspondence takes place online, the postal service is not quite obsolete. - Mobile phone technology is developing so quickly that many customers are concerned about obsolescence. - Typewriters have been rendered obsolete by computers. FOSTER = (verb) 1. to nurture and rear a child, as a temporary guardian; 2. to encourage the development or interest of ideas or activities, to encourage the development or growth of (ideas or feelings) Synonyms: cherish, nourish, harbor, raise, nurture, champion, encourage, advance, uphold, stimulate Antonyms: squelch, discourage Examples: - We try to foster an environment of open communication within this department. - He is fostering a plan to help turn this company around. - Lisa’s niece was taken into care by the local council and placed with a foster family. - My parents always tried to foster an interest in classical music in me. - I try to foster an appreciation for classical music in my students. tag:odeo.com,2009-07-04,24753896 Sat, 04 Jul 2009 09:48:25 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24753897-JV540-Mercurial-and-Nonchalant MERCURIAL = (adjective) 1. containing or being somehow related to mercury; 2. having a temperamental, active, or unpredictable personality; 3. quick, lively, and shrewd, like the god Mercury Synonyms: erratic, changeable, fickle, volatile, unpredictable, fluctuating, temperamental, moody, lively, quick Antonyms: constant, invariable, steady, stable, even Examples: - I wanted a mercurial thermometer but I got a digital one. - The comedian relied on his mercurial wit, not rehearsed jokes, to entertain his audience. - Lisa is a bit unpredictable with her mercurial mood swings. - His mood is so mercurial that we never know how he?s going to react to anything NONCHALANT = (adjective) casual and unconcerned Synonyms: casual, blasé, indifferent, unconcerned, unflappable, apathetic Antonyms: worried, concerned Examples: - Surprisingly, when John was told he won the contest, he was very nonchalant, and didn’t seem that excited. - Even though Marc was nervous when he asked her out, he t... MERCURIAL = (adjective) 1. containing or being somehow related to mercury; 2. having a temperamental, active, or unpredictable personality; 3. quick, lively, and shrewd, like the god Mercury Synonyms: erratic, changeable, fickle, volatile, unpredictable, fluctuating, temperamental, moody, lively, quick Antonyms: constant, invariable, steady, stable, even Examples: - I wanted a mercurial thermometer but I got a digital one. - The comedian relied on his mercurial wit, not rehearsed jokes, to entertain his audience. - Lisa is a bit unpredictable with her mercurial mood swings. - His mood is so mercurial that we never know how he?s going to react to anything NONCHALANT = (adjective) casual and unconcerned Synonyms: casual, blasé, indifferent, unconcerned, unflappable, apathetic Antonyms: worried, concerned Examples: - Surprisingly, when John was told he won the contest, he was very nonchalant, and didn’t seem that excited. - Even though Marc was nervous when he asked her out, he tried to appear nonchalant about it.   - Once on a safari we found 10 lions walking nonchalantly across an open field. MERCURIAL = (adjective) 1. containing or being somehow related to mercury; 2. having a temperamental, active, or unpredictable personality; 3. quick, lively, and shrewd, like the god Mercury Synonyms: erratic, changeable, fickle, volatile, unpredictable, fluctuating, temperamental, moody, lively, quick Antonyms: constant, invariable, steady, stable, even Examples: - I wanted a mercurial thermometer but I got a digital one. - The comedian relied on his mercurial wit, not rehearsed jokes, to entertain his audience. - Lisa is a bit unpredictable with her mercurial mood swings. - His mood is so mercurial that we never know how he?s going to react to anything NONCHALANT = (adjective) casual and unconcerned Synonyms: casual, blasé, indifferent, unconcerned, unflappable, apathetic Antonyms: worried, concerned Examples: - Surprisingly, when John was told he won the contest, he was very nonchalant, and didn’t seem that excited. - Even though Marc was nervous when he asked her out, he tried to appear nonchalant about it.   - Once on a safari we found 10 lions walking nonchalantly across an open field. tag:odeo.com,2009-06-29,24753897 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 01:11:36 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24753898-JV539-Hospitable-and-Influx HOSPITABLE = (adjective) 1. welcoming and kind to guests; 2. pleasant and favorable; 3. open-minded and receptive Synonyms: welcoming, accommodating, cordial, generous, open, accessible, receptive Antonyms: inhospitable, hostile Examples:- Many plants grow in the region’s hospitable climate. - It’s difficult to think of a less hospitable environment than the surface of the Moon. - My aunt was extremely hospitable. When I showed up at her door with my friends, she invited us to stay for dinner INFLUX = (noun) 1. a sudden or ongoing arrival of many things or of a lot of people; 2. an inward flow or movement Synonyms: inflow, inundation, flood Antonyms: outflow Examples: - The sudden influx of new clients meant lots of overtime for the employees. - The publication had an influx of letters to the editor after it published the controversial story.- Weâve had an influx of resumes in response to our job posting. - South Africa is expecting an influx of several thousand refugees... HOSPITABLE = (adjective) 1. welcoming and kind to guests; 2. pleasant and favorable; 3. open-minded and receptive Synonyms: welcoming, accommodating, cordial, generous, open, accessible, receptive Antonyms: inhospitable, hostile Examples:- Many plants grow in the region’s hospitable climate. - It’s difficult to think of a less hospitable environment than the surface of the Moon. - My aunt was extremely hospitable. When I showed up at her door with my friends, she invited us to stay for dinner INFLUX = (noun) 1. a sudden or ongoing arrival of many things or of a lot of people; 2. an inward flow or movement Synonyms: inflow, inundation, flood Antonyms: outflow Examples: - The sudden influx of new clients meant lots of overtime for the employees. - The publication had an influx of letters to the editor after it published the controversial story.- Weâve had an influx of resumes in response to our job posting. - South Africa is expecting an influx of several thousand refugees over the next few days. - South Africa’s border patrol has been increased to curb the influx of illegal immigrants. HOSPITABLE = (adjective) 1. welcoming and kind to guests; 2. pleasant and favorable; 3. open-minded and receptive Synonyms: welcoming, accommodating, cordial, generous, open, accessible, receptive Antonyms: inhospitable, hostile Examples:- Many plants grow in the region’s hospitable climate. - It’s difficult to think of a less hospitable environment than the surface of the Moon. - My aunt was extremely hospitable. When I showed up at her door with my friends, she invited us to stay for dinner INFLUX = (noun) 1. a sudden or ongoing arrival of many things or of a lot of people; 2. an inward flow or movement Synonyms: inflow, inundation, flood Antonyms: outflow Examples: - The sudden influx of new clients meant lots of overtime for the employees. - The publication had an influx of letters to the editor after it published the controversial story.- Weâve had an influx of resumes in response to our job posting. - South Africa is expecting an influx of several thousand refugees over the next few days. - South Africa’s border patrol has been increased to curb the influx of illegal immigrants. tag:odeo.com,2009-06-26,24753898 Fri, 26 Jun 2009 20:29:00 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24753900-JV538-Precursor-and-Prosaic PRECURSOR = (noun) 1. something which happened or existed before; 2. an indication that someone or something is approaching; 3. in chemistry, a substance from which another is formed Synonyms: forerunner, predecessor, originator, messenger, trailblazer, ancestor, founder, prototype Antonyms: follower Examples: - The precursor to SyncMyMail’s current network infrastructure was slow and bulky. - Microsoft’s business model is much more streamlined and efficient, compared to its precursor.- During a precursory inspection of the house, I failed to notice many or its problems. - Biological research has often been a precursor to medical breakthroughs which benefit patients. PROSAIC = (adjective) without interest, variety, or imagination–dull Synonyms: boring, commonplace, ordinary, monotonous, insipid, mundane, simple, dull, vapid, banal Antonyms: exciting, fascinating, interesting, stimulating Examples: - Iâm surprised you enjoyed that book so much; I found it to be pros... PRECURSOR = (noun) 1. something which happened or existed before; 2. an indication that someone or something is approaching; 3. in chemistry, a substance from which another is formed Synonyms: forerunner, predecessor, originator, messenger, trailblazer, ancestor, founder, prototype Antonyms: follower Examples: - The precursor to SyncMyMail’s current network infrastructure was slow and bulky. - Microsoft’s business model is much more streamlined and efficient, compared to its precursor.- During a precursory inspection of the house, I failed to notice many or its problems. - Biological research has often been a precursor to medical breakthroughs which benefit patients. PROSAIC = (adjective) without interest, variety, or imagination–dull Synonyms: boring, commonplace, ordinary, monotonous, insipid, mundane, simple, dull, vapid, banal Antonyms: exciting, fascinating, interesting, stimulating Examples: - Iâm surprised you enjoyed that book so much; I found it to be prosaic and unimaginative. - John’s job is not as glamorous as it seems; he has many prosaic responsibilities like filling out expense reports and other mundane paperwork. - Lisa’s summer job at the TV station dealt with the much more prosaic business of cleaning the floors - Joanne gave me some prosaic advice on how to remove common stains from clothing PRECURSOR = (noun) 1. something which happened or existed before; 2. an indication that someone or something is approaching; 3. in chemistry, a substance from which another is formed Synonyms: forerunner, predecessor, originator, messenger, trailblazer, ancestor, founder, prototype Antonyms: follower Examples: - The precursor to SyncMyMail’s current network infrastructure was slow and bulky. - Microsoft’s business model is much more streamlined and efficient, compared to its precursor.- During a precursory inspection of the house, I failed to notice many or its problems. - Biological research has often been a precursor to medical breakthroughs which benefit patients. PROSAIC = (adjective) without interest, variety, or imagination–dull Synonyms: boring, commonplace, ordinary, monotonous, insipid, mundane, simple, dull, vapid, banal Antonyms: exciting, fascinating, interesting, stimulating Examples: - Iâm surprised you enjoyed that book so much; I found it to be prosaic and unimaginative. - John’s job is not as glamorous as it seems; he has many prosaic responsibilities like filling out expense reports and other mundane paperwork. - Lisa’s summer job at the TV station dealt with the much more prosaic business of cleaning the floors - Joanne gave me some prosaic advice on how to remove common stains from clothing tag:odeo.com,2009-06-22,24753900 Mon, 22 Jun 2009 20:28:00 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24733852-JV537-Robust-and-Reiterate ROBUST = (adjective) 1. healthy, strong, and energetic; 2. built to be sturdy and durable; 3. requiring physical strength and endurance; 4. boisterous in manner; 5. hearty, full-flavored; 6. crude or rough Synonyms: healthy, strong, energetic, sturdy, solid, vigorous, hearty, rugged, full-bodied, flavorful, rude, rough Antonyms: frail, weak, feeble, tasteless Examples: - Some people say that the host of JustVocabulary is a handsome, robust young man. - Shell has been enjoying robust growth for the past three quarters. - Iâm never fully awake until Iâve had a cup of robust, fresh-brewed cup of Joe.- Some of his colleagues felt Marc could have defended himself more robustly. If you do something robustly, you do it in a determined way: REITERATE = (verb) to say, state, or perform again, sometimes with a wearying effect Synonyms: repeat, restate, recapitulate, rephrase, rehash Examples: - Even though Marc knew his students heard him the first time, he reiterated the importance of making... ROBUST = (adjective) 1. healthy, strong, and energetic; 2. built to be sturdy and durable; 3. requiring physical strength and endurance; 4. boisterous in manner; 5. hearty, full-flavored; 6. crude or rough Synonyms: healthy, strong, energetic, sturdy, solid, vigorous, hearty, rugged, full-bodied, flavorful, rude, rough Antonyms: frail, weak, feeble, tasteless Examples: - Some people say that the host of JustVocabulary is a handsome, robust young man. - Shell has been enjoying robust growth for the past three quarters. - Iâm never fully awake until Iâve had a cup of robust, fresh-brewed cup of Joe.- Some of his colleagues felt Marc could have defended himself more robustly. If you do something robustly, you do it in a determined way: REITERATE = (verb) to say, state, or perform again, sometimes with a wearying effect Synonyms: repeat, restate, recapitulate, rephrase, rehash Examples: - Even though Marc knew his students heard him the first time, he reiterated the importance of making our deadline. - Let me reiterate the fact that our companyâs success is dependent on winning this account. - Joanne reiterated that she had never seen him before.- He reiterated his view that it was time to withdraw from Southeast Asia. ROBUST = (adjective) 1. healthy, strong, and energetic; 2. built to be sturdy and durable; 3. requiring physical strength and endurance; 4. boisterous in manner; 5. hearty, full-flavored; 6. crude or rough Synonyms: healthy, strong, energetic, sturdy, solid, vigorous, hearty, rugged, full-bodied, flavorful, rude, rough Antonyms: frail, weak, feeble, tasteless Examples: - Some people say that the host of JustVocabulary is a handsome, robust young man. - Shell has been enjoying robust growth for the past three quarters. - Iâm never fully awake until Iâve had a cup of robust, fresh-brewed cup of Joe.- Some of his colleagues felt Marc could have defended himself more robustly. If you do something robustly, you do it in a determined way: REITERATE = (verb) to say, state, or perform again, sometimes with a wearying effect Synonyms: repeat, restate, recapitulate, rephrase, rehash Examples: - Even though Marc knew his students heard him the first time, he reiterated the importance of making our deadline. - Let me reiterate the fact that our companyâs success is dependent on winning this account. - Joanne reiterated that she had never seen him before.- He reiterated his view that it was time to withdraw from Southeast Asia. tag:odeo.com,2009-06-19,24733852 Fri, 19 Jun 2009 20:27:00 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24753907-JV537-Robust-and-Reiterate ROBUST = (adjective) 1. healthy, strong, and energetic; 2. built to be sturdy and durable; 3. requiring physical strength and endurance; 4. boisterous in manner; 5. hearty, full-flavored; 6. crude or rough Synonyms: healthy, strong, energetic, sturdy, solid, vigorous, hearty, rugged, full-bodied, flavorful, rude, rough Antonyms: frail, weak, feeble, tasteless Examples: - Some people say that the host of JustVocabulary is a handsome, robust young man. - Shell has been enjoying robust growth for the past three quarters. - Iâm never fully awake until Iâve had a cup of robust, fresh-brewed cup of Joe.- Some of his colleagues felt Marc could have defended himself more robustly. If you do something robustly, you do it in a determined way: REITERATE = (verb) to say, state, or perform again, sometimes with a wearying effect Synonyms: repeat, restate, recapitulate, rephrase, rehash Examples: - Even though Marc knew his students heard him the first time, he reiterated the importance of making... ROBUST = (adjective) 1. healthy, strong, and energetic; 2. built to be sturdy and durable; 3. requiring physical strength and endurance; 4. boisterous in manner; 5. hearty, full-flavored; 6. crude or rough Synonyms: healthy, strong, energetic, sturdy, solid, vigorous, hearty, rugged, full-bodied, flavorful, rude, rough Antonyms: frail, weak, feeble, tasteless Examples: - Some people say that the host of JustVocabulary is a handsome, robust young man. - Shell has been enjoying robust growth for the past three quarters. - Iâm never fully awake until Iâve had a cup of robust, fresh-brewed cup of Joe.- Some of his colleagues felt Marc could have defended himself more robustly. If you do something robustly, you do it in a determined way: REITERATE = (verb) to say, state, or perform again, sometimes with a wearying effect Synonyms: repeat, restate, recapitulate, rephrase, rehash Examples: - Even though Marc knew his students heard him the first time, he reiterated the importance of making our deadline. - Let me reiterate the fact that our companyâs success is dependent on winning this account. - Joanne reiterated that she had never seen him before.- He reiterated his view that it was time to withdraw from Southeast Asia. ROBUST = (adjective) 1. healthy, strong, and energetic; 2. built to be sturdy and durable; 3. requiring physical strength and endurance; 4. boisterous in manner; 5. hearty, full-flavored; 6. crude or rough Synonyms: healthy, strong, energetic, sturdy, solid, vigorous, hearty, rugged, full-bodied, flavorful, rude, rough Antonyms: frail, weak, feeble, tasteless Examples: - Some people say that the host of JustVocabulary is a handsome, robust young man. - Shell has been enjoying robust growth for the past three quarters. - Iâm never fully awake until Iâve had a cup of robust, fresh-brewed cup of Joe.- Some of his colleagues felt Marc could have defended himself more robustly. If you do something robustly, you do it in a determined way: REITERATE = (verb) to say, state, or perform again, sometimes with a wearying effect Synonyms: repeat, restate, recapitulate, rephrase, rehash Examples: - Even though Marc knew his students heard him the first time, he reiterated the importance of making our deadline. - Let me reiterate the fact that our companyâs success is dependent on winning this account. - Joanne reiterated that she had never seen him before.- He reiterated his view that it was time to withdraw from Southeast Asia. tag:odeo.com,2009-06-19,24753907 Fri, 19 Jun 2009 20:27:00 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24710360-JV536-Prevaricate-and-Rationalize PREVARICATE = (verb)  be deliberately ambiguous or unclear in order to mislead or withhold information, get out of telling truth:  to avoid giving a direct and honest answer or opinion, or a clear and truthful account of a situation, especially by quibbling or being deliberately ambiguous or misleading Synonyms: equivocate, deceive, distort, evade, fabricate, falsify, mislead, stretch, misrepresent, lie Antonyms: tell the truth, be honest Examples: - Even under oath, George continued to prevaricate about what exactly had happened. - I knew that when I confronted Lisa she would prevaricate about who started the rumor. - The lawyer accused George of prevaricating even though he tried hard to look honest and candid. RATIONALIZE = (verb) 1. to defend or make excuses for something; 2. apply reason or logic to something. to give the reason for or cause of. to try to find reasons to explain your behaviour, decisions, etc: Synonyms: justify, excuse, reason, think, clarify, explain... PREVARICATE = (verb)  be deliberately ambiguous or unclear in order to mislead or withhold information, get out of telling truth:  to avoid giving a direct and honest answer or opinion, or a clear and truthful account of a situation, especially by quibbling or being deliberately ambiguous or misleading Synonyms: equivocate, deceive, distort, evade, fabricate, falsify, mislead, stretch, misrepresent, lie Antonyms: tell the truth, be honest Examples: - Even under oath, George continued to prevaricate about what exactly had happened. - I knew that when I confronted Lisa she would prevaricate about who started the rumor. - The lawyer accused George of prevaricating even though he tried hard to look honest and candid. RATIONALIZE = (verb) 1. to defend or make excuses for something; 2. apply reason or logic to something. to give the reason for or cause of. to try to find reasons to explain your behaviour, decisions, etc: Synonyms: justify, excuse, reason, think, clarify, explain. Antonyms: complicate, puzzle, confuse Examples: - We rationalized the production system so that one operator could control all three machines. - The recession is forcing the company to rationalize. - Lisa didn't understand how anyone could rationalize such an extravagant purchase. - You can rationalize your way out of anything. - Phil tried to rationalize George's behavior, but it was completely illogical and unjustifiable. PREVARICATE = (verb)  be deliberately ambiguous or unclear in order to mislead or withhold information, get out of telling truth:  to avoid giving a direct and honest answer or opinion, or a clear and truthful account of a situation, especially by quibbling or being deliberately ambiguous or misleading Synonyms: equivocate, deceive, distort, evade, fabricate, falsify, mislead, stretch, misrepresent, lie Antonyms: tell the truth, be honest Examples: - Even under oath, George continued to prevaricate about what exactly had happened. - I knew that when I confronted Lisa she would prevaricate about who started the rumor. - The lawyer accused George of prevaricating even though he tried hard to look honest and candid. RATIONALIZE = (verb) 1. to defend or make excuses for something; 2. apply reason or logic to something. to give the reason for or cause of. to try to find reasons to explain your behaviour, decisions, etc: Synonyms: justify, excuse, reason, think, clarify, explain. Antonyms: complicate, puzzle, confuse Examples: - We rationalized the production system so that one operator could control all three machines. - The recession is forcing the company to rationalize. - Lisa didn't understand how anyone could rationalize such an extravagant purchase. - You can rationalize your way out of anything. - Phil tried to rationalize George's behavior, but it was completely illogical and unjustifiable. tag:odeo.com,2009-06-15,24710360 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 20:25:00 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24753910-JV536-Prevaricate-and-Rationalize PREVARICATE = (verb) be deliberately ambiguous or unclear in order to mislead or withhold information, get out of telling truth: to avoid giving a direct and honest answer or opinion, or a clear and truthful account of a situation, especially by quibbling or being deliberately ambiguous or misleading Synonyms: equivocate, deceive, distort, evade, fabricate, falsify, mislead, stretch, misrepresent, lie Antonyms: tell the truth, be honest Examples: - Even under oath, George continued to prevaricate about what exactly had happened. - I knew that when I confronted Lisa she would prevaricate about who started the rumor. - The lawyer accused George of prevaricating even though he tried hard to look honest and candid. RATIONALIZE = (verb) 1. to defend or make excuses for something; 2. apply reason or logic to something. to give the reason for or cause of. to try to find reasons to explain your behaviour, decisions, etc: Synonyms: justify, excuse, reason, think, clarify, explain. Antonyms: ... PREVARICATE = (verb) be deliberately ambiguous or unclear in order to mislead or withhold information, get out of telling truth: to avoid giving a direct and honest answer or opinion, or a clear and truthful account of a situation, especially by quibbling or being deliberately ambiguous or misleading Synonyms: equivocate, deceive, distort, evade, fabricate, falsify, mislead, stretch, misrepresent, lie Antonyms: tell the truth, be honest Examples: - Even under oath, George continued to prevaricate about what exactly had happened. - I knew that when I confronted Lisa she would prevaricate about who started the rumor. - The lawyer accused George of prevaricating even though he tried hard to look honest and candid. RATIONALIZE = (verb) 1. to defend or make excuses for something; 2. apply reason or logic to something. to give the reason for or cause of. to try to find reasons to explain your behaviour, decisions, etc: Synonyms: justify, excuse, reason, think, clarify, explain. Antonyms: complicate, puzzle, confuse Examples: - We rationalized the production system so that one operator could control all three machines. - The recession is forcing the company to rationalize. - Lisa didn’t understand how anyone could rationalize such an extravagant purchase. - You can rationalize your way out of anything. - Phil tried to rationalize George’s behavior, but it was completely illogical and unjustifiable. PREVARICATE = (verb) be deliberately ambiguous or unclear in order to mislead or withhold information, get out of telling truth: to avoid giving a direct and honest answer or opinion, or a clear and truthful account of a situation, especially by quibbling or being deliberately ambiguous or misleading Synonyms: equivocate, deceive, distort, evade, fabricate, falsify, mislead, stretch, misrepresent, lie Antonyms: tell the truth, be honest Examples: - Even under oath, George continued to prevaricate about what exactly had happened. - I knew that when I confronted Lisa she would prevaricate about who started the rumor. - The lawyer accused George of prevaricating even though he tried hard to look honest and candid. RATIONALIZE = (verb) 1. to defend or make excuses for something; 2. apply reason or logic to something. to give the reason for or cause of. to try to find reasons to explain your behaviour, decisions, etc: Synonyms: justify, excuse, reason, think, clarify, explain. Antonyms: complicate, puzzle, confuse Examples: - We rationalized the production system so that one operator could control all three machines. - The recession is forcing the company to rationalize. - Lisa didn’t understand how anyone could rationalize such an extravagant purchase. - You can rationalize your way out of anything. - Phil tried to rationalize George’s behavior, but it was completely illogical and unjustifiable. tag:odeo.com,2009-06-15,24753910 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 20:25:00 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24693765-JV535-Obviate-and-Plumb Hosted Exchange 3 GB - Only $9.95 SyncMyMail.com offers Hosted Exchange, Hosted SharePoint and wireless services for your BlackBerry, iPhone, Windows Mobile or Symbian device (ActiveSync). USE PROMO CODE JV001 TO GET FREE SETUP AND FIRST MONTH FOR FREE! Go to http://www.syncmymail.com OBVIATE = (verb) 1. to prevent or overcome a problem by anticipating the problem in advance; 2. to make something unnecessary, to remove a difficulty, especially so that action to deal with it becomes unnecessary Synonyms: remove, prevent, hinder, forestall, preclude, avert Antonyms: cause, allow    Examples: - Your company should consider me for the position because I'm known for obviating potential losses of revenue for firms like yours. - Is there any way to obviate this potential crisis? - Regular tooth-brushing should obviate the need for frequent trips to the dentist - A peaceful solution would obviate the need to use military force.- Addressing any potential problems before they occur ... Hosted Exchange 3 GB - Only $9.95 SyncMyMail.com offers Hosted Exchange, Hosted SharePoint and wireless services for your BlackBerry, iPhone, Windows Mobile or Symbian device (ActiveSync). USE PROMO CODE JV001 TO GET FREE SETUP AND FIRST MONTH FOR FREE! Go to http://www.syncmymail.com OBVIATE = (verb) 1. to prevent or overcome a problem by anticipating the problem in advance; 2. to make something unnecessary, to remove a difficulty, especially so that action to deal with it becomes unnecessary Synonyms: remove, prevent, hinder, forestall, preclude, avert Antonyms: cause, allow    Examples: - Your company should consider me for the position because I'm known for obviating potential losses of revenue for firms like yours. - Is there any way to obviate this potential crisis? - Regular tooth-brushing should obviate the need for frequent trips to the dentist - A peaceful solution would obviate the need to use military force.- Addressing any potential problems before they occur will obviate the need for later crisis management.    PLUMB = (verb, adjective, adverb, noun) (v.) 1. to measure the depth of something; 2. to fully understand something; 3. to experience something to the fullest; 4. to make something vertical; (adj.) 1. completely vertical; Synonyms: (v.) measure, gauge, examine, probe, fathom, explore, sound, (adj.) vertical, perpendicular, total, complete, full, deep, utter, absolute, (adv.) vertically, exactly, directly, fully, completely, (n.) weight, sinker Antonyms: (adj.) horizontal, imprecise, inexact, incomplete, (adv.) horizontally, indirectly Examples: - They plumbed the uncharted ocean floor near the islands to make sure it was deep enough for the freighter to pass. - When hanging a door, you need to make sure that it is both level and plumb or it will not shut completely. - I have to plumb the depths of my patience each time I hear Lisa's annoying voice. - I'm so sorry; I plumb forgot to attend your bacherlor's party.  Hosted Exchange 3 GB - Only $9.95 SyncMyMail.com offers Hosted Exchange, Hosted SharePoint and wireless services for your BlackBerry, iPhone, Windows Mobile or Symbian device (ActiveSync). USE PROMO CODE JV001 TO GET FREE SETUP AND FIRST MONTH FOR FREE! Go to http://www.syncmymail.com OBVIATE = (verb) 1. to prevent or overcome a problem by anticipating the problem in advance; 2. to make something unnecessary, to remove a difficulty, especially so that action to deal with it becomes unnecessary Synonyms: remove, prevent, hinder, forestall, preclude, avert Antonyms: cause, allow    Examples: - Your company should consider me for the position because I'm known for obviating potential losses of revenue for firms like yours. - Is there any way to obviate this potential crisis? - Regular tooth-brushing should obviate the need for frequent trips to the dentist - A peaceful solution would obviate the need to use military force.- Addressing any potential problems before they occur will obviate the need for later crisis management.    PLUMB = (verb, adjective, adverb, noun) (v.) 1. to measure the depth of something; 2. to fully understand something; 3. to experience something to the fullest; 4. to make something vertical; (adj.) 1. completely vertical; Synonyms: (v.) measure, gauge, examine, probe, fathom, explore, sound, (adj.) vertical, perpendicular, total, complete, full, deep, utter, absolute, (adv.) vertically, exactly, directly, fully, completely, (n.) weight, sinker Antonyms: (adj.) horizontal, imprecise, inexact, incomplete, (adv.) horizontally, indirectly Examples: - They plumbed the uncharted ocean floor near the islands to make sure it was deep enough for the freighter to pass. - When hanging a door, you need to make sure that it is both level and plumb or it will not shut completely. - I have to plumb the depths of my patience each time I hear Lisa's annoying voice. - I'm so sorry; I plumb forgot to attend your bacherlor's party.  tag:odeo.com,2009-06-11,24693765 Thu, 11 Jun 2009 20:25:00 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24753911-JV535-Obviate-and-Plumb Hosted Exchange 3 GB – Only $9.95 SyncMyMail.com offers Hosted Exchange, Hosted SharePoint and wireless services for your BlackBerry, iPhone, Windows Mobile or Symbian device (ActiveSync). USE PROMO CODE JV001 TO GET FREE SETUP AND FIRST MONTH FOR FREE! Go to http://www.syncmymail.com OBVIATE = (verb) 1. to prevent or overcome a problem by anticipating the problem in advance; 2. to make something unnecessary, to remove a difficulty, especially so that action to deal with it becomes unnecessary Synonyms: remove, prevent, hinder, forestall, preclude, avert Antonyms: cause, allow Examples: - Your company should consider me for the position because I’m known for obviating potential losses of revenue for firms like yours. - Is there any way to obviate this potential crisis? - Regular tooth-brushing should obviate the need for frequent trips to the dentist - A peaceful solution would obviate the need to use military force.- Addressing any potential problems before they occur w... Hosted Exchange 3 GB – Only $9.95 SyncMyMail.com offers Hosted Exchange, Hosted SharePoint and wireless services for your BlackBerry, iPhone, Windows Mobile or Symbian device (ActiveSync). USE PROMO CODE JV001 TO GET FREE SETUP AND FIRST MONTH FOR FREE! Go to http://www.syncmymail.com OBVIATE = (verb) 1. to prevent or overcome a problem by anticipating the problem in advance; 2. to make something unnecessary, to remove a difficulty, especially so that action to deal with it becomes unnecessary Synonyms: remove, prevent, hinder, forestall, preclude, avert Antonyms: cause, allow Examples: - Your company should consider me for the position because I’m known for obviating potential losses of revenue for firms like yours. - Is there any way to obviate this potential crisis? - Regular tooth-brushing should obviate the need for frequent trips to the dentist - A peaceful solution would obviate the need to use military force.- Addressing any potential problems before they occur will obviate the need for later crisis management. PLUMB = (verb, adjective, adverb, noun) (v.) 1. to measure the depth of something; 2. to fully understand something; 3. to experience something to the fullest; 4. to make something vertical; (adj.) 1. completely vertical; Synonyms: (v.) measure, gauge, examine, probe, fathom, explore, sound, (adj.) vertical, perpendicular, total, complete, full, deep, utter, absolute, (adv.) vertically, exactly, directly, fully, completely, (n.) weight, sinker Antonyms: (adj.) horizontal, imprecise, inexact, incomplete, (adv.) horizontally, indirectly Examples: - They plumbed the uncharted ocean floor near the islands to make sure it was deep enough for the freighter to pass. - When hanging a door, you need to make sure that it is both level and plumb or it will not shut completely. - I have to plumb the depths of my patience each time I hear Lisa’s annoying voice. - I’m so sorry; I plumb forgot to attend your bacherlor’s party. 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Go to http://www.syncmymail.com OBVIATE = (verb) 1. to prevent or overcome a problem by anticipating the problem in advance; 2. to make something unnecessary, to remove a difficulty, especially so that action to deal with it becomes unnecessary Synonyms: remove, prevent, hinder, forestall, preclude, avert Antonyms: cause, allow Examples: - Your company should consider me for the position because I’m known for obviating potential losses of revenue for firms like yours. - Is there any way to obviate this potential crisis? - Regular tooth-brushing should obviate the need for frequent trips to the dentist - A peaceful solution would obviate the need to use military force.- Addressing any potential problems before they occur will obviate the need for later crisis management. PLUMB = (verb, adjective, adverb, noun) (v.) 1. to measure the depth of something; 2. to fully understand something; 3. to experience something to the fullest; 4. to make something vertical; (adj.) 1. completely vertical; Synonyms: (v.) measure, gauge, examine, probe, fathom, explore, sound, (adj.) vertical, perpendicular, total, complete, full, deep, utter, absolute, (adv.) vertically, exactly, directly, fully, completely, (n.) weight, sinker Antonyms: (adj.) horizontal, imprecise, inexact, incomplete, (adv.) horizontally, indirectly Examples: - They plumbed the uncharted ocean floor near the islands to make sure it was deep enough for the freighter to pass. - When hanging a door, you need to make sure that it is both level and plumb or it will not shut completely. - I have to plumb the depths of my patience each time I hear Lisa’s annoying voice. - I’m so sorry; I plumb forgot to attend your bacherlor’s party. tag:odeo.com,2009-06-11,24753911 Thu, 11 Jun 2009 20:25:00 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24664421-JV534-Sluggard-and-Mollycoddle SyncMyMail.com offers Hosted Exchange, Hosted SharePoint and wireless services for your BlackBerry, iPhone, Windows Mobile or Symbian device (ActiveSync). USE PROMO CODE JV001 TO GET FREE SETUP ! Go to http://www.syncmymail.com SLUGGARD = (noun) a slothful, lazy person, somebody who avoids work or physical exertion ( archaic ) Synonyms: slouch, loafer, laggard Antonyms: go-getter, dynamo Examples: - I was a sluggard all day Sunday and did nothing but lay around watching TV. - Frank's a sluggard who can't hold down a steady job because he's always missing work. - On the weekends, Marc prefers to be a sluggard, since he works so hard during the week. - John was fired because he was a sluggard who took too long to finish his tasks.  MOLLYCODDLE = (verb, noun) (v.) to treat with extra care or indulgence; (n.) someone spoiled and overprotected, especially a boy, INFORMAL MAINLY DISAPPROVING to give someone too much care or protection. a person without strength of character Synonyms:... SyncMyMail.com offers Hosted Exchange, Hosted SharePoint and wireless services for your BlackBerry, iPhone, Windows Mobile or Symbian device (ActiveSync). 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Go to http://www.syncmymail.com SLUGGARD = (noun) a slothful, lazy person, somebody who avoids work or physical exertion ( archaic ) Synonyms: slouch, loafer, laggard Antonyms: go-getter, dynamo Examples: - I was a sluggard all day Sunday and did nothing but lay around watching TV. - Frank's a sluggard who can't hold down a steady job because he's always missing work. - On the weekends, Marc prefers to be a sluggard, since he works so hard during the week. - John was fired because he was a sluggard who took too long to finish his tasks.  MOLLYCODDLE = (verb, noun) (v.) to treat with extra care or indulgence; (n.) someone spoiled and overprotected, especially a boy, INFORMAL MAINLY DISAPPROVING to give someone too much care or protection. a person without strength of character Synonyms: (v.) spoil, pamper, coddle, baby, overprotect Examples: - If you mollycoddle your children they won't grow up to be responsible, self-sufficient adults. - Lisa was so mollycoddled as a child, she grew up to be a selfish adult. - Joanne broke up with Phil because he was too much of a mollycoddle and needed to talk to his mother every day. - I can work independently, and I don't need to be mollycoddled. 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Go to http://www.syncmymail.com SLUGGARD = (noun) a slothful, lazy person, somebody who avoids work or physical exertion ( archaic ) Synonyms: slouch, loafer, laggard Antonyms: go-getter, dynamo Examples: - I was a sluggard all day Sunday and did nothing but lay around watching TV. - Frank's a sluggard who can't hold down a steady job because he's always missing work. - On the weekends, Marc prefers to be a sluggard, since he works so hard during the week. - John was fired because he was a sluggard who took too long to finish his tasks.  MOLLYCODDLE = (verb, noun) (v.) to treat with extra care or indulgence; (n.) someone spoiled and overprotected, especially a boy, INFORMAL MAINLY DISAPPROVING to give someone too much care or protection. a person without strength of character Synonyms: (v.) spoil, pamper, coddle, baby, overprotect Examples: - If you mollycoddle your children they won't grow up to be responsible, self-sufficient adults. - Lisa was so mollycoddled as a child, she grew up to be a selfish adult. - Joanne broke up with Phil because he was too much of a mollycoddle and needed to talk to his mother every day. - I can work independently, and I don't need to be mollycoddled. 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Go to http://www.syncmymail.com SLUGGARD = (noun) a slothful, lazy person, somebody who avoids work or physical exertion ( archaic ) Synonyms: slouch, loafer, laggard Antonyms: go-getter, dynamo Examples: - I was a sluggard all day Sunday and did nothing but lay around watching TV. - Frank's a sluggard who can't hold down a steady job because he's always missing work. - On the weekends, Marc prefers to be a sluggard, since he works so hard during the week. - John was fired because he was a sluggard who took too long to finish his tasks.  MOLLYCODDLE = (verb, noun) (v.) to treat with extra care or indulgence; (n.) someone spoiled and overprotected, especially a boy, INFORMAL MAINLY DISAPPROVING to give someone too much care or protection. a person without strength of character Synonyms:... SyncMyMail.com offers Hosted Exchange, Hosted SharePoint and wireless services for your BlackBerry, iPhone, Windows Mobile or Symbian device (ActiveSync). USE PROMO CODE JV001 TO GET FREE SETUP ! Go to http://www.syncmymail.com SLUGGARD = (noun) a slothful, lazy person, somebody who avoids work or physical exertion ( archaic ) Synonyms: slouch, loafer, laggard Antonyms: go-getter, dynamo Examples: - I was a sluggard all day Sunday and did nothing but lay around watching TV. - Frank's a sluggard who can't hold down a steady job because he's always missing work. - On the weekends, Marc prefers to be a sluggard, since he works so hard during the week. - John was fired because he was a sluggard who took too long to finish his tasks.  MOLLYCODDLE = (verb, noun) (v.) to treat with extra care or indulgence; (n.) someone spoiled and overprotected, especially a boy, INFORMAL MAINLY DISAPPROVING to give someone too much care or protection. a person without strength of character Synonyms: (v.) spoil, pamper, coddle, baby, overprotect Examples: - If you mollycoddle your children they won't grow up to be responsible, self-sufficient adults. - Lisa was so mollycoddled as a child, she grew up to be a selfish adult. - Joanne broke up with Phil because he was too much of a mollycoddle and needed to talk to his mother every day. - I can work independently, and I don't need to be mollycoddled. 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Go to http://www.syncmymail.com SLUGGARD = (noun) a slothful, lazy person, somebody who avoids work or physical exertion ( archaic ) Synonyms: slouch, loafer, laggard Antonyms: go-getter, dynamo Examples: - I was a sluggard all day Sunday and did nothing but lay around watching TV. - Frank's a sluggard who can't hold down a steady job because he's always missing work. - On the weekends, Marc prefers to be a sluggard, since he works so hard during the week. - John was fired because he was a sluggard who took too long to finish his tasks.  MOLLYCODDLE = (verb, noun) (v.) to treat with extra care or indulgence; (n.) someone spoiled and overprotected, especially a boy, INFORMAL MAINLY DISAPPROVING to give someone too much care or protection. a person without strength of character Synonyms: (v.) spoil, pamper, coddle, baby, overprotect Examples: - If you mollycoddle your children they won't grow up to be responsible, self-sufficient adults. - Lisa was so mollycoddled as a child, she grew up to be a selfish adult. - Joanne broke up with Phil because he was too much of a mollycoddle and needed to talk to his mother every day. - I can work independently, and I don't need to be mollycoddled. 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Go to http://www.syncmymail.com SLUGGARD = (noun) a slothful, lazy person, somebody who avoids work or physical exertion ( archaic ) Synonyms: slouch, loafer, laggard Antonyms: go-getter, dynamo Examples: - I was a sluggard all day Sunday and did nothing but lay around watching TV. - Frank’s a sluggard who can’t hold down a steady job because he’s always missing work. - On the weekends, Marc prefers to be a sluggard, since he works so hard during the week. - John was fired because he was a sluggard who took too long to finish his tasks. MOLLYCODDLE = (verb, noun) (v.) to treat with extra care or indulgence; (n.) someone spoiled and overprotected, especially a boy, INFORMAL MAINLY DISAPPROVING to give someone too much care or protection. a person without strength of charact... SyncMyMail.com offers Hosted Exchange, Hosted SharePoint and wireless services for your BlackBerry, iPhone, Windows Mobile or Symbian device (ActiveSync). USE PROMO CODE JV001 TO GET FREE SETUP ! Go to http://www.syncmymail.com SLUGGARD = (noun) a slothful, lazy person, somebody who avoids work or physical exertion ( archaic ) Synonyms: slouch, loafer, laggard Antonyms: go-getter, dynamo Examples: - I was a sluggard all day Sunday and did nothing but lay around watching TV. - Frank’s a sluggard who can’t hold down a steady job because he’s always missing work. - On the weekends, Marc prefers to be a sluggard, since he works so hard during the week. - John was fired because he was a sluggard who took too long to finish his tasks. MOLLYCODDLE = (verb, noun) (v.) to treat with extra care or indulgence; (n.) someone spoiled and overprotected, especially a boy, INFORMAL MAINLY DISAPPROVING to give someone too much care or protection. a person without strength of character Synonyms: (v.) spoil, pamper, coddle, baby, overprotect Examples: - If you mollycoddle your children they won’t grow up to be responsible, self-sufficient adults. - Lisa was so mollycoddled as a child, she grew up to be a selfish adult. - Joanne broke up with Phil because he was too much of a mollycoddle and needed to talk to his mother every day. - I can work independently, and I don’t need to be mollycoddled. How important is email for you? SyncMyMail.com offers Hosted Exchange, Hosted SharePoint and wireless services for your BlackBerry, iPhone, Windows Mobile or Symbian device (ActiveSync). USE PROMO CODE JV001 TO GET FREE SETUP !Go to http://www.syncmymail.com SyncMyMail.com offers Hosted Exchange, Hosted SharePoint and wireless services for your BlackBerry, iPhone, Windows Mobile or Symbian device (ActiveSync). USE PROMO CODE JV001 TO GET FREE SETUP ! Go to http://www.syncmymail.com SLUGGARD = (noun) a slothful, lazy person, somebody who avoids work or physical exertion ( archaic ) Synonyms: slouch, loafer, laggard Antonyms: go-getter, dynamo Examples: - I was a sluggard all day Sunday and did nothing but lay around watching TV. - Frank’s a sluggard who can’t hold down a steady job because he’s always missing work. - On the weekends, Marc prefers to be a sluggard, since he works so hard during the week. - John was fired because he was a sluggard who took too long to finish his tasks. MOLLYCODDLE = (verb, noun) (v.) to treat with extra care or indulgence; (n.) someone spoiled and overprotected, especially a boy, INFORMAL MAINLY DISAPPROVING to give someone too much care or protection. a person without strength of character Synonyms: (v.) spoil, pamper, coddle, baby, overprotect Examples: - If you mollycoddle your children they won’t grow up to be responsible, self-sufficient adults. - Lisa was so mollycoddled as a child, she grew up to be a selfish adult. - Joanne broke up with Phil because he was too much of a mollycoddle and needed to talk to his mother every day. - I can work independently, and I don’t need to be mollycoddled. How important is email for you? SyncMyMail.com offers Hosted Exchange, Hosted SharePoint and wireless services for your BlackBerry, iPhone, Windows Mobile or Symbian device (ActiveSync). USE PROMO CODE JV001 TO GET FREE SETUP !Go to http://www.syncmymail.com tag:odeo.com,2009-06-07,24753912 Sun, 07 Jun 2009 20:24:00 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24613249-JV533-Haven-and-Provisional HAVEN = (noun) . safe place, refuge or shelter; 2. an ideal spot for something. Synonyms: refuge, shelter, sanctuary, haven, anchorage, port, marina Examples: - The new, beach-front hotel was a perfect haven for tourists. - We hoped desperately to find a cave, as a haven from the blizzard - South Africa was not a safe havens for refugees from Zimbabwe. - As long as the UN soldiers were present, the city was regarded as a safe haven for the refugees. PROVISIONAL = 1. under terms that have not been finalized; 2. for the time-being only Synonyms: conditional, temporary, transitional Antonyms: permanent, conclusive, concrete Examples: - After days of negotiations, the union finally reached a provisional agreement with management. - Even though it was a provisional contract, Lisa was still happy to be hired by the school district. - When John arrived for the conference he was provided with a provisional meeting agenda. - Frank was provisionally accepted at Stanford. HAVEN = (noun) . safe place, refuge or shelter; 2. an ideal spot for something. Synonyms: refuge, shelter, sanctuary, haven, anchorage, port, marina Examples: - The new, beach-front hotel was a perfect haven for tourists. - We hoped desperately to find a cave, as a haven from the blizzard - South Africa was not a safe havens for refugees from Zimbabwe. - As long as the UN soldiers were present, the city was regarded as a safe haven for the refugees. PROVISIONAL = 1. under terms that have not been finalized; 2. for the time-being only Synonyms: conditional, temporary, transitional Antonyms: permanent, conclusive, concrete Examples: - After days of negotiations, the union finally reached a provisional agreement with management. - Even though it was a provisional contract, Lisa was still happy to be hired by the school district. - When John arrived for the conference he was provided with a provisional meeting agenda. - Frank was provisionally accepted at Stanford. HAVEN = (noun) . safe place, refuge or shelter; 2. an ideal spot for something. Synonyms: refuge, shelter, sanctuary, haven, anchorage, port, marina Examples: - The new, beach-front hotel was a perfect haven for tourists. - We hoped desperately to find a cave, as a haven from the blizzard - South Africa was not a safe havens for refugees from Zimbabwe. - As long as the UN soldiers were present, the city was regarded as a safe haven for the refugees. PROVISIONAL = 1. under terms that have not been finalized; 2. for the time-being only Synonyms: conditional, temporary, transitional Antonyms: permanent, conclusive, concrete Examples: - After days of negotiations, the union finally reached a provisional agreement with management. - Even though it was a provisional contract, Lisa was still happy to be hired by the school district. - When John arrived for the conference he was provided with a provisional meeting agenda. - Frank was provisionally accepted at Stanford. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-26,24613249 Tue, 26 May 2009 20:23:00 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24690565-JV533-Haven-and-Provisional HAVEN = (noun) . safe place, refuge or shelter; 2. an ideal spot for something. Synonyms: refuge, shelter, sanctuary, haven, anchorage, port, marina Examples: - The new, beach-front hotel was a perfect haven for tourists. - We hoped desperately to find a cave, as a haven from the blizzard - South Africa was not a safe havens for refugees from Zimbabwe. - As long as the UN soldiers were present, the city was regarded as a safe haven for the refugees. PROVISIONAL = 1. under terms that have not been finalized; 2. for the time-being only Synonyms: conditional, temporary, transitional Antonyms: permanent, conclusive, concrete Examples: - After days of negotiations, the union finally reached a provisional agreement with management. - Even though it was a provisional contract, Lisa was still happy to be hired by the school district. - When John arrived for the conference he was provided with a provisional meeting agenda. - Frank was provisionally accepted at Stanford. HAVEN = (noun) . safe place, refuge or shelter; 2. an ideal spot for something. Synonyms: refuge, shelter, sanctuary, haven, anchorage, port, marina Examples: - The new, beach-front hotel was a perfect haven for tourists. - We hoped desperately to find a cave, as a haven from the blizzard - South Africa was not a safe havens for refugees from Zimbabwe. - As long as the UN soldiers were present, the city was regarded as a safe haven for the refugees. PROVISIONAL = 1. under terms that have not been finalized; 2. for the time-being only Synonyms: conditional, temporary, transitional Antonyms: permanent, conclusive, concrete Examples: - After days of negotiations, the union finally reached a provisional agreement with management. - Even though it was a provisional contract, Lisa was still happy to be hired by the school district. - When John arrived for the conference he was provided with a provisional meeting agenda. - Frank was provisionally accepted at Stanford. HAVEN = (noun) . safe place, refuge or shelter; 2. an ideal spot for something. Synonyms: refuge, shelter, sanctuary, haven, anchorage, port, marina Examples: - The new, beach-front hotel was a perfect haven for tourists. - We hoped desperately to find a cave, as a haven from the blizzard - South Africa was not a safe havens for refugees from Zimbabwe. - As long as the UN soldiers were present, the city was regarded as a safe haven for the refugees. PROVISIONAL = 1. under terms that have not been finalized; 2. for the time-being only Synonyms: conditional, temporary, transitional Antonyms: permanent, conclusive, concrete Examples: - After days of negotiations, the union finally reached a provisional agreement with management. - Even though it was a provisional contract, Lisa was still happy to be hired by the school district. - When John arrived for the conference he was provided with a provisional meeting agenda. - Frank was provisionally accepted at Stanford. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-26,24690565 Tue, 26 May 2009 20:23:00 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24753914-JV533-Haven-and-Provisional HAVEN = (noun) . safe place, refuge or shelter; 2. an ideal spot for something. Synonyms: refuge, shelter, sanctuary, haven, anchorage, port, marina Examples: - The new, beach-front hotel was a perfect haven for tourists. - We hoped desperately to find a cave, as a haven from the blizzard - South Africa was not a safe havens for refugees from Zimbabwe. - As long as the UN soldiers were present, the city was regarded as a safe haven for the refugees. PROVISIONAL = 1. under terms that have not been finalized; 2. for the time-being only Synonyms: conditional, temporary, transitional Antonyms: permanent, conclusive, concrete Examples: - After days of negotiations, the union finally reached a provisional agreement with management. - Even though it was a provisional contract, Lisa was still happy to be hired by the school district. - When John arrived for the conference he was provided with a provisional meeting agenda. - Frank was provisionally accepted at Stanford. HAVEN = (noun) . safe place, refuge or shelter; 2. an ideal spot for something. Synonyms: refuge, shelter, sanctuary, haven, anchorage, port, marina Examples: - The new, beach-front hotel was a perfect haven for tourists. - We hoped desperately to find a cave, as a haven from the blizzard - South Africa was not a safe havens for refugees from Zimbabwe. - As long as the UN soldiers were present, the city was regarded as a safe haven for the refugees. PROVISIONAL = 1. under terms that have not been finalized; 2. for the time-being only Synonyms: conditional, temporary, transitional Antonyms: permanent, conclusive, concrete Examples: - After days of negotiations, the union finally reached a provisional agreement with management. - Even though it was a provisional contract, Lisa was still happy to be hired by the school district. - When John arrived for the conference he was provided with a provisional meeting agenda. - Frank was provisionally accepted at Stanford. HAVEN = (noun) . safe place, refuge or shelter; 2. an ideal spot for something. Synonyms: refuge, shelter, sanctuary, haven, anchorage, port, marina Examples: - The new, beach-front hotel was a perfect haven for tourists. - We hoped desperately to find a cave, as a haven from the blizzard - South Africa was not a safe havens for refugees from Zimbabwe. - As long as the UN soldiers were present, the city was regarded as a safe haven for the refugees. PROVISIONAL = 1. under terms that have not been finalized; 2. for the time-being only Synonyms: conditional, temporary, transitional Antonyms: permanent, conclusive, concrete Examples: - After days of negotiations, the union finally reached a provisional agreement with management. - Even though it was a provisional contract, Lisa was still happy to be hired by the school district. - When John arrived for the conference he was provided with a provisional meeting agenda. - Frank was provisionally accepted at Stanford. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-26,24753914 Tue, 26 May 2009 20:23:00 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24589407-JV532-Wax-and-Trepidation WAX = 1. to grow larger or more intense; 2. to take on a state or quality Synonyms: grow, increase, expand, broaden, intensify, become Antonyms: wane Examples: - I sat on the shore and watched the waves wax and wane. - My friend started to wax philosophical after a couple glasses of wine. - As the moon waxes toward its full state, it becomes rounder each day. - Milton Friedman waxed eloquent on the subject of free enterprise. - I am always captivated to see Carl Sagan waxed eloquent about the Cosmos.  âThe Cosmos is all that has ever been, all that is, and all that ever will be.â  TREPIDATION = a feeling of fear or dread about the future Synonyms: alarm, fear, agitation, perturbation, uneasiness, consternation, dread Antonyms: ease, calm Examples: - Francis's trepidation about having to deliver a speech to the company board was evident on her face as a small bead of sweat ran down her forehead. - Bill's trepidation about being fired seemed unwarranted, since he was a top p... WAX = 1. to grow larger or more intense; 2. to take on a state or quality Synonyms: grow, increase, expand, broaden, intensify, become Antonyms: wane Examples: - I sat on the shore and watched the waves wax and wane. - My friend started to wax philosophical after a couple glasses of wine. - As the moon waxes toward its full state, it becomes rounder each day. - Milton Friedman waxed eloquent on the subject of free enterprise. - I am always captivated to see Carl Sagan waxed eloquent about the Cosmos.  âThe Cosmos is all that has ever been, all that is, and all that ever will be.â  TREPIDATION = a feeling of fear or dread about the future Synonyms: alarm, fear, agitation, perturbation, uneasiness, consternation, dread Antonyms: ease, calm Examples: - Francis's trepidation about having to deliver a speech to the company board was evident on her face as a small bead of sweat ran down her forehead. - Bill's trepidation about being fired seemed unwarranted, since he was a top performer for the company.- It was John's trepidation about flying that caused him to cancel her European vacation. - I have some trepidation about starting a new job, but once I get past my fear, I'm sure everything will be fine. WAX = 1. to grow larger or more intense; 2. to take on a state or quality Synonyms: grow, increase, expand, broaden, intensify, become Antonyms: wane Examples: - I sat on the shore and watched the waves wax and wane. - My friend started to wax philosophical after a couple glasses of wine. - As the moon waxes toward its full state, it becomes rounder each day. - Milton Friedman waxed eloquent on the subject of free enterprise. - I am always captivated to see Carl Sagan waxed eloquent about the Cosmos.  âThe Cosmos is all that has ever been, all that is, and all that ever will be.â  TREPIDATION = a feeling of fear or dread about the future Synonyms: alarm, fear, agitation, perturbation, uneasiness, consternation, dread Antonyms: ease, calm Examples: - Francis's trepidation about having to deliver a speech to the company board was evident on her face as a small bead of sweat ran down her forehead. - Bill's trepidation about being fired seemed unwarranted, since he was a top performer for the company.- It was John's trepidation about flying that caused him to cancel her European vacation. - I have some trepidation about starting a new job, but once I get past my fear, I'm sure everything will be fine. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-20,24589407 Wed, 20 May 2009 20:21:00 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24690566-JV532-Wax-and-Trepidation WAX = 1. to grow larger or more intense; 2. to take on a state or quality Synonyms: grow, increase, expand, broaden, intensify, become Antonyms: wane Examples: - I sat on the shore and watched the waves wax and wane. - My friend started to wax philosophical after a couple glasses of wine. - As the moon waxes toward its full state, it becomes rounder each day. - Milton Friedman waxed eloquent on the subject of free enterprise. - I am always captivated to see Carl Sagan waxed eloquent about the Cosmos.  âThe Cosmos is all that has ever been, all that is, and all that ever will be.â  TREPIDATION = a feeling of fear or dread about the future Synonyms: alarm, fear, agitation, perturbation, uneasiness, consternation, dread Antonyms: ease, calm Examples: - Francis's trepidation about having to deliver a speech to the company board was evident on her face as a small bead of sweat ran down her forehead. - Bill's trepidation about being fired seemed unwarranted, since he was a top p... WAX = 1. to grow larger or more intense; 2. to take on a state or quality Synonyms: grow, increase, expand, broaden, intensify, become Antonyms: wane Examples: - I sat on the shore and watched the waves wax and wane. - My friend started to wax philosophical after a couple glasses of wine. - As the moon waxes toward its full state, it becomes rounder each day. - Milton Friedman waxed eloquent on the subject of free enterprise. - I am always captivated to see Carl Sagan waxed eloquent about the Cosmos.  âThe Cosmos is all that has ever been, all that is, and all that ever will be.â  TREPIDATION = a feeling of fear or dread about the future Synonyms: alarm, fear, agitation, perturbation, uneasiness, consternation, dread Antonyms: ease, calm Examples: - Francis's trepidation about having to deliver a speech to the company board was evident on her face as a small bead of sweat ran down her forehead. - Bill's trepidation about being fired seemed unwarranted, since he was a top performer for the company.- It was John's trepidation about flying that caused him to cancel her European vacation. - I have some trepidation about starting a new job, but once I get past my fear, I'm sure everything will be fine. WAX = 1. to grow larger or more intense; 2. to take on a state or quality Synonyms: grow, increase, expand, broaden, intensify, become Antonyms: wane Examples: - I sat on the shore and watched the waves wax and wane. - My friend started to wax philosophical after a couple glasses of wine. - As the moon waxes toward its full state, it becomes rounder each day. - Milton Friedman waxed eloquent on the subject of free enterprise. - I am always captivated to see Carl Sagan waxed eloquent about the Cosmos.  âThe Cosmos is all that has ever been, all that is, and all that ever will be.â  TREPIDATION = a feeling of fear or dread about the future Synonyms: alarm, fear, agitation, perturbation, uneasiness, consternation, dread Antonyms: ease, calm Examples: - Francis's trepidation about having to deliver a speech to the company board was evident on her face as a small bead of sweat ran down her forehead. - Bill's trepidation about being fired seemed unwarranted, since he was a top performer for the company.- It was John's trepidation about flying that caused him to cancel her European vacation. - I have some trepidation about starting a new job, but once I get past my fear, I'm sure everything will be fine. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-20,24690566 Wed, 20 May 2009 20:21:00 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24753917-JV532-Wax-and-Trepidation WAX = 1. to grow larger or more intense; 2. to take on a state or quality Synonyms: grow, increase, expand, broaden, intensify, become Antonyms: wane Examples: - I sat on the shore and watched the waves wax and wane. - My friend started to wax philosophical after a couple glasses of wine. - As the moon waxes toward its full state, it becomes rounder each day. - Milton Friedman waxed eloquent on the subject of free enterprise. - I am always captivated to see Carl Sagan waxed eloquent about the Cosmos. âThe Cosmos is all that has ever been, all that is, and all that ever will be.â TREPIDATION = a feeling of fear or dread about the future Synonyms: alarm, fear, agitation, perturbation, uneasiness, consternation, dread Antonyms: ease, calm Examples: - Francis’s trepidation about having to deliver a speech to the company board was evident on her face as a small bead of sweat ran down her forehead. - Bill’s trepidation about being fired seemed unwarranted, since he was a top p... WAX = 1. to grow larger or more intense; 2. to take on a state or quality Synonyms: grow, increase, expand, broaden, intensify, become Antonyms: wane Examples: - I sat on the shore and watched the waves wax and wane. - My friend started to wax philosophical after a couple glasses of wine. - As the moon waxes toward its full state, it becomes rounder each day. - Milton Friedman waxed eloquent on the subject of free enterprise. - I am always captivated to see Carl Sagan waxed eloquent about the Cosmos. âThe Cosmos is all that has ever been, all that is, and all that ever will be.â TREPIDATION = a feeling of fear or dread about the future Synonyms: alarm, fear, agitation, perturbation, uneasiness, consternation, dread Antonyms: ease, calm Examples: - Francis’s trepidation about having to deliver a speech to the company board was evident on her face as a small bead of sweat ran down her forehead. - Bill’s trepidation about being fired seemed unwarranted, since he was a top performer for the company.- It was John’s trepidation about flying that caused him to cancel her European vacation. - I have some trepidation about starting a new job, but once I get past my fear, I’m sure everything will be fine. WAX = 1. to grow larger or more intense; 2. to take on a state or quality Synonyms: grow, increase, expand, broaden, intensify, become Antonyms: wane Examples: - I sat on the shore and watched the waves wax and wane. - My friend started to wax philosophical after a couple glasses of wine. - As the moon waxes toward its full state, it becomes rounder each day. - Milton Friedman waxed eloquent on the subject of free enterprise. - I am always captivated to see Carl Sagan waxed eloquent about the Cosmos. âThe Cosmos is all that has ever been, all that is, and all that ever will be.â TREPIDATION = a feeling of fear or dread about the future Synonyms: alarm, fear, agitation, perturbation, uneasiness, consternation, dread Antonyms: ease, calm Examples: - Francis’s trepidation about having to deliver a speech to the company board was evident on her face as a small bead of sweat ran down her forehead. - Bill’s trepidation about being fired seemed unwarranted, since he was a top performer for the company.- It was John’s trepidation about flying that caused him to cancel her European vacation. - I have some trepidation about starting a new job, but once I get past my fear, I’m sure everything will be fine. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-20,24753917 Wed, 20 May 2009 20:21:00 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24574769-JV531-Moratorium-and-Temperate MORATORIUM = (noun) suspension of activity for an agreed amount of time. Synonyms: suspension, freeze, halt, pause, stop, standstill Antonyms: beginning, commencement, continuation Examples: - The Financial Director issued a spending moratorium until the company received a second round of funding. - It's been four years now since John self-imposed a moratorium on flying, and he still refuses to step foot in a plane. - I am all in favor for a five-year worldwide moratorium on nuclear weapons testing. - Norway is proposing a five-year moratorium on whale-hunting. TEMPERATE = moderate or mild, not extreme, especially said of climate and behavior Synonyms: calm, agreeable, constant, mild, moderate, even-tempered, reasonable, steady, stable, dispassionate Antonyms: extreme, immoderate, severe, unrestrained, excessive Examples: - I moved from the Netherlands to Cape Town because of its temperate climate. - Lisa describes herself as having a temperate personality, but most of her friends t... MORATORIUM = (noun) suspension of activity for an agreed amount of time. Synonyms: suspension, freeze, halt, pause, stop, standstill Antonyms: beginning, commencement, continuation Examples: - The Financial Director issued a spending moratorium until the company received a second round of funding. - It's been four years now since John self-imposed a moratorium on flying, and he still refuses to step foot in a plane. - I am all in favor for a five-year worldwide moratorium on nuclear weapons testing. - Norway is proposing a five-year moratorium on whale-hunting. TEMPERATE = moderate or mild, not extreme, especially said of climate and behavior Synonyms: calm, agreeable, constant, mild, moderate, even-tempered, reasonable, steady, stable, dispassionate Antonyms: extreme, immoderate, severe, unrestrained, excessive Examples: - I moved from the Netherlands to Cape Town because of its temperate climate. - Lisa describes herself as having a temperate personality, but most of her friends think she is a little moody. - It is not a bad idea to exercise temperance when drinking alcohol.- Her response to the news was temperate, though I expected her to be more excited. MORATORIUM = (noun) suspension of activity for an agreed amount of time. Synonyms: suspension, freeze, halt, pause, stop, standstill Antonyms: beginning, commencement, continuation Examples: - The Financial Director issued a spending moratorium until the company received a second round of funding. - It's been four years now since John self-imposed a moratorium on flying, and he still refuses to step foot in a plane. - I am all in favor for a five-year worldwide moratorium on nuclear weapons testing. - Norway is proposing a five-year moratorium on whale-hunting. TEMPERATE = moderate or mild, not extreme, especially said of climate and behavior Synonyms: calm, agreeable, constant, mild, moderate, even-tempered, reasonable, steady, stable, dispassionate Antonyms: extreme, immoderate, severe, unrestrained, excessive Examples: - I moved from the Netherlands to Cape Town because of its temperate climate. - Lisa describes herself as having a temperate personality, but most of her friends think she is a little moody. - It is not a bad idea to exercise temperance when drinking alcohol.- Her response to the news was temperate, though I expected her to be more excited. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-17,24574769 Sun, 17 May 2009 20:16:00 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24690567-JV531-Moratorium-and-Temperate MORATORIUM = (noun) suspension of activity for an agreed amount of time. Synonyms: suspension, freeze, halt, pause, stop, standstill Antonyms: beginning, commencement, continuation Examples: - The Financial Director issued a spending moratorium until the company received a second round of funding. - It's been four years now since John self-imposed a moratorium on flying, and he still refuses to step foot in a plane. - I am all in favor for a five-year worldwide moratorium on nuclear weapons testing. - Norway is proposing a five-year moratorium on whale-hunting. TEMPERATE = moderate or mild, not extreme, especially said of climate and behavior Synonyms: calm, agreeable, constant, mild, moderate, even-tempered, reasonable, steady, stable, dispassionate Antonyms: extreme, immoderate, severe, unrestrained, excessive Examples: - I moved from the Netherlands to Cape Town because of its temperate climate. - Lisa describes herself as having a temperate personality, but most of her friends t... MORATORIUM = (noun) suspension of activity for an agreed amount of time. Synonyms: suspension, freeze, halt, pause, stop, standstill Antonyms: beginning, commencement, continuation Examples: - The Financial Director issued a spending moratorium until the company received a second round of funding. - It's been four years now since John self-imposed a moratorium on flying, and he still refuses to step foot in a plane. - I am all in favor for a five-year worldwide moratorium on nuclear weapons testing. - Norway is proposing a five-year moratorium on whale-hunting. TEMPERATE = moderate or mild, not extreme, especially said of climate and behavior Synonyms: calm, agreeable, constant, mild, moderate, even-tempered, reasonable, steady, stable, dispassionate Antonyms: extreme, immoderate, severe, unrestrained, excessive Examples: - I moved from the Netherlands to Cape Town because of its temperate climate. - Lisa describes herself as having a temperate personality, but most of her friends think she is a little moody. - It is not a bad idea to exercise temperance when drinking alcohol.- Her response to the news was temperate, though I expected her to be more excited. MORATORIUM = (noun) suspension of activity for an agreed amount of time. Synonyms: suspension, freeze, halt, pause, stop, standstill Antonyms: beginning, commencement, continuation Examples: - The Financial Director issued a spending moratorium until the company received a second round of funding. - It's been four years now since John self-imposed a moratorium on flying, and he still refuses to step foot in a plane. - I am all in favor for a five-year worldwide moratorium on nuclear weapons testing. - Norway is proposing a five-year moratorium on whale-hunting. TEMPERATE = moderate or mild, not extreme, especially said of climate and behavior Synonyms: calm, agreeable, constant, mild, moderate, even-tempered, reasonable, steady, stable, dispassionate Antonyms: extreme, immoderate, severe, unrestrained, excessive Examples: - I moved from the Netherlands to Cape Town because of its temperate climate. - Lisa describes herself as having a temperate personality, but most of her friends think she is a little moody. - It is not a bad idea to exercise temperance when drinking alcohol.- Her response to the news was temperate, though I expected her to be more excited. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-17,24690567 Sun, 17 May 2009 20:16:00 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24753918-JV531-Moratorium-and-Temperate MORATORIUM = (noun) suspension of activity for an agreed amount of time. Synonyms: suspension, freeze, halt, pause, stop, standstill Antonyms: beginning, commencement, continuation Examples: - The Financial Director issued a spending moratorium until the company received a second round of funding. - It’s been four years now since John self-imposed a moratorium on flying, and he still refuses to step foot in a plane. - I am all in favor for a five-year worldwide moratorium on nuclear weapons testing. - Norway is proposing a five-year moratorium on whale-hunting. TEMPERATE = moderate or mild, not extreme, especially said of climate and behavior Synonyms: calm, agreeable, constant, mild, moderate, even-tempered, reasonable, steady, stable, dispassionate Antonyms: extreme, immoderate, severe, unrestrained, excessive Examples: - I moved from the Netherlands to Cape Town because of its temperate climate. - Lisa describes herself as having a temperate personality, but most of her fri... MORATORIUM = (noun) suspension of activity for an agreed amount of time. Synonyms: suspension, freeze, halt, pause, stop, standstill Antonyms: beginning, commencement, continuation Examples: - The Financial Director issued a spending moratorium until the company received a second round of funding. - It’s been four years now since John self-imposed a moratorium on flying, and he still refuses to step foot in a plane. - I am all in favor for a five-year worldwide moratorium on nuclear weapons testing. - Norway is proposing a five-year moratorium on whale-hunting. TEMPERATE = moderate or mild, not extreme, especially said of climate and behavior Synonyms: calm, agreeable, constant, mild, moderate, even-tempered, reasonable, steady, stable, dispassionate Antonyms: extreme, immoderate, severe, unrestrained, excessive Examples: - I moved from the Netherlands to Cape Town because of its temperate climate. - Lisa describes herself as having a temperate personality, but most of her friends think she is a little moody. - It is not a bad idea to exercise temperance when drinking alcohol.- Her response to the news was temperate, though I expected her to be more excited. MORATORIUM = (noun) suspension of activity for an agreed amount of time. Synonyms: suspension, freeze, halt, pause, stop, standstill Antonyms: beginning, commencement, continuation Examples: - The Financial Director issued a spending moratorium until the company received a second round of funding. - It’s been four years now since John self-imposed a moratorium on flying, and he still refuses to step foot in a plane. - I am all in favor for a five-year worldwide moratorium on nuclear weapons testing. - Norway is proposing a five-year moratorium on whale-hunting. TEMPERATE = moderate or mild, not extreme, especially said of climate and behavior Synonyms: calm, agreeable, constant, mild, moderate, even-tempered, reasonable, steady, stable, dispassionate Antonyms: extreme, immoderate, severe, unrestrained, excessive Examples: - I moved from the Netherlands to Cape Town because of its temperate climate. - Lisa describes herself as having a temperate personality, but most of her friends think she is a little moody. - It is not a bad idea to exercise temperance when drinking alcohol.- Her response to the news was temperate, though I expected her to be more excited. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-17,24753918 Sun, 17 May 2009 20:16:00 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24753920-JV530-Purvey-and-Riveting PURVEY = (verb) 1. to provide goods and services, especially as a business; 2. to circulate gossip or information Synonyms: supply, provide, furnish, equip, stock, store, transfer, inform, circulate Antonyms: hinder, impede, limit Examples: - The Italian government purveyed blankets and water to the earthquake victims. - Lisa considered herself a purveyor of news and opinion. - This company has purveyed clothing to the armed forces for generations. - The president’s speech was intended to purvey a message of optimism. RIVETING = arousing and holding the attention of Synonyms: fascinating, enthralling, spellbinding, captivating Antonyms: boring, dull, uninteresting, common Examples: - I found the movie riveting and was on the edge of my seat the whole time.- I was riveted to the television as news of the events unfolded. - Marc’s lectures were less than riveting, and several students decided to drop the class. - The maffia trial has riveted the nation. PURVEY = (verb) 1. to provide goods and services, especially as a business; 2. to circulate gossip or information Synonyms: supply, provide, furnish, equip, stock, store, transfer, inform, circulate Antonyms: hinder, impede, limit Examples: - The Italian government purveyed blankets and water to the earthquake victims. - Lisa considered herself a purveyor of news and opinion. - This company has purveyed clothing to the armed forces for generations. - The president’s speech was intended to purvey a message of optimism. RIVETING = arousing and holding the attention of Synonyms: fascinating, enthralling, spellbinding, captivating Antonyms: boring, dull, uninteresting, common Examples: - I found the movie riveting and was on the edge of my seat the whole time.- I was riveted to the television as news of the events unfolded. - Marc’s lectures were less than riveting, and several students decided to drop the class. - The maffia trial has riveted the nation. PURVEY = (verb) 1. to provide goods and services, especially as a business; 2. to circulate gossip or information Synonyms: supply, provide, furnish, equip, stock, store, transfer, inform, circulate Antonyms: hinder, impede, limit Examples: - The Italian government purveyed blankets and water to the earthquake victims. - Lisa considered herself a purveyor of news and opinion. - This company has purveyed clothing to the armed forces for generations. - The president’s speech was intended to purvey a message of optimism. RIVETING = arousing and holding the attention of Synonyms: fascinating, enthralling, spellbinding, captivating Antonyms: boring, dull, uninteresting, common Examples: - I found the movie riveting and was on the edge of my seat the whole time.- I was riveted to the television as news of the events unfolded. - Marc’s lectures were less than riveting, and several students decided to drop the class. - The maffia trial has riveted the nation. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-15,24753920 Fri, 15 May 2009 20:15:00 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24690568-JV530-Purvey-and-Riveting PURVEY = (verb) 1. to provide goods and services, especially as a business; 2. to circulate gossip or information Synonyms: supply, provide, furnish, equip, stock, store, transfer, inform, circulate Antonyms: hinder, impede, limit Examples: - The Italian government purveyed blankets and water to the earthquake victims. - Lisa considered herself a purveyor of news and opinion. - This company has purveyed clothing to the armed forces for generations. - The president's speech was intended to purvey a message of optimism. RIVETING = arousing and holding the attention of Synonyms: fascinating, enthralling, spellbinding, captivating Antonyms: boring, dull, uninteresting, common Examples: - I found the movie riveting and was on the edge of my seat the whole time.- I was riveted to the television as news of the events unfolded. - Marc's lectures were less than riveting, and several students decided to drop the class. - The maffia trial has riveted the nation. PURVEY = (verb) 1. to provide goods and services, especially as a business; 2. to circulate gossip or information Synonyms: supply, provide, furnish, equip, stock, store, transfer, inform, circulate Antonyms: hinder, impede, limit Examples: - The Italian government purveyed blankets and water to the earthquake victims. - Lisa considered herself a purveyor of news and opinion. - This company has purveyed clothing to the armed forces for generations. - The president's speech was intended to purvey a message of optimism. RIVETING = arousing and holding the attention of Synonyms: fascinating, enthralling, spellbinding, captivating Antonyms: boring, dull, uninteresting, common Examples: - I found the movie riveting and was on the edge of my seat the whole time.- I was riveted to the television as news of the events unfolded. - Marc's lectures were less than riveting, and several students decided to drop the class. - The maffia trial has riveted the nation. PURVEY = (verb) 1. to provide goods and services, especially as a business; 2. to circulate gossip or information Synonyms: supply, provide, furnish, equip, stock, store, transfer, inform, circulate Antonyms: hinder, impede, limit Examples: - The Italian government purveyed blankets and water to the earthquake victims. - Lisa considered herself a purveyor of news and opinion. - This company has purveyed clothing to the armed forces for generations. - The president's speech was intended to purvey a message of optimism. RIVETING = arousing and holding the attention of Synonyms: fascinating, enthralling, spellbinding, captivating Antonyms: boring, dull, uninteresting, common Examples: - I found the movie riveting and was on the edge of my seat the whole time.- I was riveted to the television as news of the events unfolded. - Marc's lectures were less than riveting, and several students decided to drop the class. - The maffia trial has riveted the nation. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-15,24690568 Fri, 15 May 2009 20:15:00 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24568552-JV530-Purvey-and-Riveting PURVEY = (verb) 1. to provide goods and services, especially as a business; 2. to circulate gossip or information Synonyms: supply, provide, furnish, equip, stock, store, transfer, inform, circulate Antonyms: hinder, impede, limit Examples: - The Italian government purveyed blankets and water to the earthquake victims. - Lisa considered herself a purveyor of news and opinion. - This company has purveyed clothing to the armed forces for generations. - The president's speech was intended to purvey a message of optimism. RIVETING = arousing and holding the attention of Synonyms: fascinating, enthralling, spellbinding, captivating Antonyms: boring, dull, uninteresting, common Examples: - I found the movie riveting and was on the edge of my seat the whole time.- I was riveted to the television as news of the events unfolded. - Marc's lectures were less than riveting, and several students decided to drop the class. - The maffia trial has riveted the nation. PURVEY = (verb) 1. to provide goods and services, especially as a business; 2. to circulate gossip or information Synonyms: supply, provide, furnish, equip, stock, store, transfer, inform, circulate Antonyms: hinder, impede, limit Examples: - The Italian government purveyed blankets and water to the earthquake victims. - Lisa considered herself a purveyor of news and opinion. - This company has purveyed clothing to the armed forces for generations. - The president's speech was intended to purvey a message of optimism. RIVETING = arousing and holding the attention of Synonyms: fascinating, enthralling, spellbinding, captivating Antonyms: boring, dull, uninteresting, common Examples: - I found the movie riveting and was on the edge of my seat the whole time.- I was riveted to the television as news of the events unfolded. - Marc's lectures were less than riveting, and several students decided to drop the class. - The maffia trial has riveted the nation. PURVEY = (verb) 1. to provide goods and services, especially as a business; 2. to circulate gossip or information Synonyms: supply, provide, furnish, equip, stock, store, transfer, inform, circulate Antonyms: hinder, impede, limit Examples: - The Italian government purveyed blankets and water to the earthquake victims. - Lisa considered herself a purveyor of news and opinion. - This company has purveyed clothing to the armed forces for generations. - The president's speech was intended to purvey a message of optimism. RIVETING = arousing and holding the attention of Synonyms: fascinating, enthralling, spellbinding, captivating Antonyms: boring, dull, uninteresting, common Examples: - I found the movie riveting and was on the edge of my seat the whole time.- I was riveted to the television as news of the events unfolded. - Marc's lectures were less than riveting, and several students decided to drop the class. - The maffia trial has riveted the nation. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-15,24568552 Fri, 15 May 2009 20:15:00 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24753921-JV529-Pathology-and-Probity PATHOLOGY = (noun) 1. the scientific study of diseases; 2. a deviation from a healthy and normal condition Synonyms: study of disease Examples: - Ask Angela about the disease that’s killing your roses; she specialized in plant pathology in college. - Don’t believe him; he’s a pathological liar. - I decided to specialize in pathology during my medical studies because I’m fascinated with finding cures for disease. PROBITY = (noun) unquestionable integrity and honesty Synonyms: integrity, honor, honesty, goodness, morality, virtue, trustworthiness Antonyms: immorality, dishonesty Examples: - The president’s probity came into question during the scandal. - Nuns live lives of honesty and moral probity. - The company believed its management should be held to the highest standards of probity. - I would never doubt Angela’s probity; any secret you tell her is safe. PATHOLOGY = (noun) 1. the scientific study of diseases; 2. a deviation from a healthy and normal condition Synonyms: study of disease Examples: - Ask Angela about the disease that’s killing your roses; she specialized in plant pathology in college. - Don’t believe him; he’s a pathological liar. - I decided to specialize in pathology during my medical studies because I’m fascinated with finding cures for disease. PROBITY = (noun) unquestionable integrity and honesty Synonyms: integrity, honor, honesty, goodness, morality, virtue, trustworthiness Antonyms: immorality, dishonesty Examples: - The president’s probity came into question during the scandal. - Nuns live lives of honesty and moral probity. - The company believed its management should be held to the highest standards of probity. - I would never doubt Angela’s probity; any secret you tell her is safe. PATHOLOGY = (noun) 1. the scientific study of diseases; 2. a deviation from a healthy and normal condition Synonyms: study of disease Examples: - Ask Angela about the disease that’s killing your roses; she specialized in plant pathology in college. - Don’t believe him; he’s a pathological liar. - I decided to specialize in pathology during my medical studies because I’m fascinated with finding cures for disease. PROBITY = (noun) unquestionable integrity and honesty Synonyms: integrity, honor, honesty, goodness, morality, virtue, trustworthiness Antonyms: immorality, dishonesty Examples: - The president’s probity came into question during the scandal. - Nuns live lives of honesty and moral probity. - The company believed its management should be held to the highest standards of probity. - I would never doubt Angela’s probity; any secret you tell her is safe. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-13,24753921 Wed, 13 May 2009 20:14:00 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24690569-JV529-Pathology-and-Probity PATHOLOGY = (noun) 1. the scientific study of diseases; 2. a deviation from a healthy and normal condition Synonyms: study of disease Examples: - Ask Angela about the disease that's killing your roses; she specialized in plant pathology in college. - Don't believe him; he's a pathological liar. - I decided to specialize in pathology during my medical studies because I'm fascinated with finding cures for disease. PROBITY = (noun) unquestionable integrity and honesty Synonyms: integrity, honor, honesty, goodness, morality, virtue, trustworthiness Antonyms: immorality, dishonesty Examples: - The president's probity came into question during the scandal. - Nuns live lives of honesty and moral probity. - The company believed its management should be held to the highest standards of probity. - I would never doubt Angela's probity; any secret you tell her is safe. PATHOLOGY = (noun) 1. the scientific study of diseases; 2. a deviation from a healthy and normal condition Synonyms: study of disease Examples: - Ask Angela about the disease that's killing your roses; she specialized in plant pathology in college. - Don't believe him; he's a pathological liar. - I decided to specialize in pathology during my medical studies because I'm fascinated with finding cures for disease. PROBITY = (noun) unquestionable integrity and honesty Synonyms: integrity, honor, honesty, goodness, morality, virtue, trustworthiness Antonyms: immorality, dishonesty Examples: - The president's probity came into question during the scandal. - Nuns live lives of honesty and moral probity. - The company believed its management should be held to the highest standards of probity. - I would never doubt Angela's probity; any secret you tell her is safe. PATHOLOGY = (noun) 1. the scientific study of diseases; 2. a deviation from a healthy and normal condition Synonyms: study of disease Examples: - Ask Angela about the disease that's killing your roses; she specialized in plant pathology in college. - Don't believe him; he's a pathological liar. - I decided to specialize in pathology during my medical studies because I'm fascinated with finding cures for disease. PROBITY = (noun) unquestionable integrity and honesty Synonyms: integrity, honor, honesty, goodness, morality, virtue, trustworthiness Antonyms: immorality, dishonesty Examples: - The president's probity came into question during the scandal. - Nuns live lives of honesty and moral probity. - The company believed its management should be held to the highest standards of probity. - I would never doubt Angela's probity; any secret you tell her is safe. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-13,24690569 Wed, 13 May 2009 20:14:00 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24555224-JV529-Pathology-and-Probity PATHOLOGY = (noun) 1. the scientific study of diseases; 2. a deviation from a healthy and normal condition Synonyms: study of disease Examples: - Ask Angela about the disease that's killing your roses; she specialized in plant pathology in college. - Don't believe him; he's a pathological liar. - I decided to specialize in pathology during my medical studies because I'm fascinated with finding cures for disease. PROBITY = (noun) unquestionable integrity and honesty Synonyms: integrity, honor, honesty, goodness, morality, virtue, trustworthiness Antonyms: immorality, dishonesty Examples: - The president's probity came into question during the scandal. - Nuns live lives of honesty and moral probity. - The company believed its management should be held to the highest standards of probity. - I would never doubt Angela's probity; any secret you tell her is safe. PATHOLOGY = (noun) 1. the scientific study of diseases; 2. a deviation from a healthy and normal condition Synonyms: study of disease Examples: - Ask Angela about the disease that's killing your roses; she specialized in plant pathology in college. - Don't believe him; he's a pathological liar. - I decided to specialize in pathology during my medical studies because I'm fascinated with finding cures for disease. PROBITY = (noun) unquestionable integrity and honesty Synonyms: integrity, honor, honesty, goodness, morality, virtue, trustworthiness Antonyms: immorality, dishonesty Examples: - The president's probity came into question during the scandal. - Nuns live lives of honesty and moral probity. - The company believed its management should be held to the highest standards of probity. - I would never doubt Angela's probity; any secret you tell her is safe. PATHOLOGY = (noun) 1. the scientific study of diseases; 2. a deviation from a healthy and normal condition Synonyms: study of disease Examples: - Ask Angela about the disease that's killing your roses; she specialized in plant pathology in college. - Don't believe him; he's a pathological liar. - I decided to specialize in pathology during my medical studies because I'm fascinated with finding cures for disease. PROBITY = (noun) unquestionable integrity and honesty Synonyms: integrity, honor, honesty, goodness, morality, virtue, trustworthiness Antonyms: immorality, dishonesty Examples: - The president's probity came into question during the scandal. - Nuns live lives of honesty and moral probity. - The company believed its management should be held to the highest standards of probity. - I would never doubt Angela's probity; any secret you tell her is safe. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-13,24555224 Wed, 13 May 2009 20:14:00 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24753922-JV527-Foil-and-Harbor FOIL = (verb) (v.) 1. to hinder someone’s efforts or thwart a plan; 2. to enhance something by using contrast; (n.) 1. something that serves as a useful contrast to something else; 2. thin, flexible metal, often aluminum Synonyms: (v.) thwart, prevent, hinder, baffle, prohibit, frustrate, counter, balk, (n.) contrast, antithesis, background Antonyms: (v.) help, aid, expedite Examples: Lisa will not let negative people foil her plans for happiness.Arnold became a hero the day he foiled the heist. Marc’s plan to disrupt our slumber party was foiled when Joanne caught him with his squirt gun. HARBOR = (n.) 1. a safe, protected area; 2. a port for ships; (v.) 1. to provide shelter to a person or to a ship; 2. to hold in or think privately about Synonyms: (n.) port, refuge, shelter, sanctuary, haven, anchorage, marina, (v.) shelter, hold, protect Antonyms: expose Examples: - The ships in the harbor were not affected by the stormy waves further out to sea. - I hope Paul harbor... FOIL = (verb) (v.) 1. to hinder someone’s efforts or thwart a plan; 2. to enhance something by using contrast; (n.) 1. something that serves as a useful contrast to something else; 2. thin, flexible metal, often aluminum Synonyms: (v.) thwart, prevent, hinder, baffle, prohibit, frustrate, counter, balk, (n.) contrast, antithesis, background Antonyms: (v.) help, aid, expedite Examples: Lisa will not let negative people foil her plans for happiness.Arnold became a hero the day he foiled the heist. Marc’s plan to disrupt our slumber party was foiled when Joanne caught him with his squirt gun. HARBOR = (n.) 1. a safe, protected area; 2. a port for ships; (v.) 1. to provide shelter to a person or to a ship; 2. to hold in or think privately about Synonyms: (n.) port, refuge, shelter, sanctuary, haven, anchorage, marina, (v.) shelter, hold, protect Antonyms: expose Examples: - The ships in the harbor were not affected by the stormy waves further out to sea. - I hope Paul harbors no anger against me for my long delay in responding to his e-mail. - I could tell that all of the ladies harbored a little animosity toward the prettiest girl at the party. FOIL = (verb) (v.) 1. to hinder someone’s efforts or thwart a plan; 2. to enhance something by using contrast; (n.) 1. something that serves as a useful contrast to something else; 2. thin, flexible metal, often aluminum Synonyms: (v.) thwart, prevent, hinder, baffle, prohibit, frustrate, counter, balk, (n.) contrast, antithesis, background Antonyms: (v.) help, aid, expedite Examples: Lisa will not let negative people foil her plans for happiness.Arnold became a hero the day he foiled the heist. Marc’s plan to disrupt our slumber party was foiled when Joanne caught him with his squirt gun. HARBOR = (n.) 1. a safe, protected area; 2. a port for ships; (v.) 1. to provide shelter to a person or to a ship; 2. to hold in or think privately about Synonyms: (n.) port, refuge, shelter, sanctuary, haven, anchorage, marina, (v.) shelter, hold, protect Antonyms: expose Examples: - The ships in the harbor were not affected by the stormy waves further out to sea. - I hope Paul harbors no anger against me for my long delay in responding to his e-mail. - I could tell that all of the ladies harbored a little animosity toward the prettiest girl at the party. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-12,24753922 Tue, 12 May 2009 20:47:00 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24690570-JV527-Foil-and-Harbor FOIL = (verb) (v.) 1. to hinder someone's efforts or thwart a plan; 2. to enhance something by using contrast;  (n.) 1. something that serves as a useful contrast to something else; 2. thin, flexible metal, often aluminum Synonyms: (v.) thwart, prevent, hinder, baffle, prohibit, frustrate, counter, balk, (n.) contrast, antithesis, background Antonyms: (v.) help, aid, expedite Examples: Lisa will not let negative people foil her plans for happiness. Arnold became a hero the day he foiled the heist. Marc's plan to disrupt our slumber party was foiled when Joanne caught him with his squirt gun. HARBOR = (n.) 1. a safe, protected area; 2. a port for ships; (v.) 1. to provide shelter to a person or to a ship; 2. to hold in or think privately about Synonyms: (n.) port, refuge, shelter, sanctuary, haven, anchorage, marina, (v.) shelter, hold, protect Antonyms: expose Examples: - The ships in the harbor were not affected by the stormy waves further out to sea. - I hope Paul harbor... FOIL = (verb) (v.) 1. to hinder someone's efforts or thwart a plan; 2. to enhance something by using contrast;  (n.) 1. something that serves as a useful contrast to something else; 2. thin, flexible metal, often aluminum Synonyms: (v.) thwart, prevent, hinder, baffle, prohibit, frustrate, counter, balk, (n.) contrast, antithesis, background Antonyms: (v.) help, aid, expedite Examples: Lisa will not let negative people foil her plans for happiness. Arnold became a hero the day he foiled the heist. Marc's plan to disrupt our slumber party was foiled when Joanne caught him with his squirt gun. HARBOR = (n.) 1. a safe, protected area; 2. a port for ships; (v.) 1. to provide shelter to a person or to a ship; 2. to hold in or think privately about Synonyms: (n.) port, refuge, shelter, sanctuary, haven, anchorage, marina, (v.) shelter, hold, protect Antonyms: expose Examples: - The ships in the harbor were not affected by the stormy waves further out to sea. - I hope Paul harbors no anger against me for my long delay in responding to his e-mail. - I could tell that all of the ladies harbored a little animosity toward the prettiest girl at the party. FOIL = (verb) (v.) 1. to hinder someone's efforts or thwart a plan; 2. to enhance something by using contrast;  (n.) 1. something that serves as a useful contrast to something else; 2. thin, flexible metal, often aluminum Synonyms: (v.) thwart, prevent, hinder, baffle, prohibit, frustrate, counter, balk, (n.) contrast, antithesis, background Antonyms: (v.) help, aid, expedite Examples: Lisa will not let negative people foil her plans for happiness. Arnold became a hero the day he foiled the heist. Marc's plan to disrupt our slumber party was foiled when Joanne caught him with his squirt gun. HARBOR = (n.) 1. a safe, protected area; 2. a port for ships; (v.) 1. to provide shelter to a person or to a ship; 2. to hold in or think privately about Synonyms: (n.) port, refuge, shelter, sanctuary, haven, anchorage, marina, (v.) shelter, hold, protect Antonyms: expose Examples: - The ships in the harbor were not affected by the stormy waves further out to sea. - I hope Paul harbors no anger against me for my long delay in responding to his e-mail. - I could tell that all of the ladies harbored a little animosity toward the prettiest girl at the party. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-12,24690570 Tue, 12 May 2009 20:47:00 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24555225-JV527-Foil-and-Harbor FOIL = (verb) (v.) 1. to hinder someone's efforts or thwart a plan; 2. to enhance something by using contrast;  (n.) 1. something that serves as a useful contrast to something else; 2. thin, flexible metal, often aluminum Synonyms: (v.) thwart, prevent, hinder, baffle, prohibit, frustrate, counter, balk, (n.) contrast, antithesis, background Antonyms: (v.) help, aid, expedite Examples: Lisa will not let negative people foil her plans for happiness. Arnold became a hero the day he foiled the heist. Marc's plan to disrupt our slumber party was foiled when Joanne caught him with his squirt gun. HARBOR = (n.) 1. a safe, protected area; 2. a port for ships; (v.) 1. to provide shelter to a person or to a ship; 2. to hold in or think privately about Synonyms: (n.) port, refuge, shelter, sanctuary, haven, anchorage, marina, (v.) shelter, hold, protect Antonyms: expose Examples: - The ships in the harbor were not affected by the stormy waves further out to sea. - I hope Paul harbor... FOIL = (verb) (v.) 1. to hinder someone's efforts or thwart a plan; 2. to enhance something by using contrast;  (n.) 1. something that serves as a useful contrast to something else; 2. thin, flexible metal, often aluminum Synonyms: (v.) thwart, prevent, hinder, baffle, prohibit, frustrate, counter, balk, (n.) contrast, antithesis, background Antonyms: (v.) help, aid, expedite Examples: Lisa will not let negative people foil her plans for happiness. Arnold became a hero the day he foiled the heist. Marc's plan to disrupt our slumber party was foiled when Joanne caught him with his squirt gun. HARBOR = (n.) 1. a safe, protected area; 2. a port for ships; (v.) 1. to provide shelter to a person or to a ship; 2. to hold in or think privately about Synonyms: (n.) port, refuge, shelter, sanctuary, haven, anchorage, marina, (v.) shelter, hold, protect Antonyms: expose Examples: - The ships in the harbor were not affected by the stormy waves further out to sea. - I hope Paul harbors no anger against me for my long delay in responding to his e-mail. - I could tell that all of the ladies harbored a little animosity toward the prettiest girl at the party. FOIL = (verb) (v.) 1. to hinder someone's efforts or thwart a plan; 2. to enhance something by using contrast;  (n.) 1. something that serves as a useful contrast to something else; 2. thin, flexible metal, often aluminum Synonyms: (v.) thwart, prevent, hinder, baffle, prohibit, frustrate, counter, balk, (n.) contrast, antithesis, background Antonyms: (v.) help, aid, expedite Examples: Lisa will not let negative people foil her plans for happiness. Arnold became a hero the day he foiled the heist. Marc's plan to disrupt our slumber party was foiled when Joanne caught him with his squirt gun. HARBOR = (n.) 1. a safe, protected area; 2. a port for ships; (v.) 1. to provide shelter to a person or to a ship; 2. to hold in or think privately about Synonyms: (n.) port, refuge, shelter, sanctuary, haven, anchorage, marina, (v.) shelter, hold, protect Antonyms: expose Examples: - The ships in the harbor were not affected by the stormy waves further out to sea. - I hope Paul harbors no anger against me for my long delay in responding to his e-mail. - I could tell that all of the ladies harbored a little animosity toward the prettiest girl at the party. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-12,24555225 Tue, 12 May 2009 20:47:00 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24753923-JV528-Impair-and-Oasis IMPAIR = to worsen something or to make it less effective Synonyms: weaken, damage, injure, deteriorate, reduce, lessen, diminish Antonyms: improve Examples: - Everyone knows that too much alcohol can impair a person’s driving ability. - My uncle is hearing-impaired, but he is excellent at reading lips.- Without glasses, his vision is seriously impaired. - A strained wrist will dramatically impair your ability to play tennis. OASIS = (noun) 1. a fertile spot in a desert or barren place; 2. a place of shelter or sanctuary Synonyms: refuge, sanctuary, haven Antonyms: prison Examples: - My weekly yoga class is an oasis away from my daily stress.- Many weary travelers have stopped by the desert oasis to rest and have a drink of water. - I don’t like to have parties because my home is my oasis away from the chaos of the world. IMPAIR = to worsen something or to make it less effective Synonyms: weaken, damage, injure, deteriorate, reduce, lessen, diminish Antonyms: improve Examples: - Everyone knows that too much alcohol can impair a person’s driving ability. - My uncle is hearing-impaired, but he is excellent at reading lips.- Without glasses, his vision is seriously impaired. - A strained wrist will dramatically impair your ability to play tennis. OASIS = (noun) 1. a fertile spot in a desert or barren place; 2. a place of shelter or sanctuary Synonyms: refuge, sanctuary, haven Antonyms: prison Examples: - My weekly yoga class is an oasis away from my daily stress.- Many weary travelers have stopped by the desert oasis to rest and have a drink of water. - I don’t like to have parties because my home is my oasis away from the chaos of the world. IMPAIR = to worsen something or to make it less effective Synonyms: weaken, damage, injure, deteriorate, reduce, lessen, diminish Antonyms: improve Examples: - Everyone knows that too much alcohol can impair a person’s driving ability. - My uncle is hearing-impaired, but he is excellent at reading lips.- Without glasses, his vision is seriously impaired. - A strained wrist will dramatically impair your ability to play tennis. OASIS = (noun) 1. a fertile spot in a desert or barren place; 2. a place of shelter or sanctuary Synonyms: refuge, sanctuary, haven Antonyms: prison Examples: - My weekly yoga class is an oasis away from my daily stress.- Many weary travelers have stopped by the desert oasis to rest and have a drink of water. - I don’t like to have parties because my home is my oasis away from the chaos of the world. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-11,24753923 Mon, 11 May 2009 20:13:00 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24690571-JV528-Impair-and-Oasis IMPAIR = to worsen something or to make it less effective Synonyms: weaken, damage, injure, deteriorate, reduce, lessen, diminish Antonyms: improve Examples: - Everyone knows that too much alcohol can impair a person's driving ability. - My uncle is hearing-impaired, but he is excellent at reading lips. - Without glasses, his vision is seriously impaired. - A strained wrist will dramatically impair your ability to play tennis. OASIS = (noun) 1. a fertile spot in a desert or barren place; 2. a place of shelter or sanctuary Synonyms: refuge, sanctuary, haven Antonyms: prison Examples: - My weekly yoga class is an oasis away from my daily stress.- Many weary travelers have stopped by the desert oasis to rest and have a drink of water. - I don't like to have parties because my home is my oasis away from the chaos of the world. IMPAIR = to worsen something or to make it less effective Synonyms: weaken, damage, injure, deteriorate, reduce, lessen, diminish Antonyms: improve Examples: - Everyone knows that too much alcohol can impair a person's driving ability. - My uncle is hearing-impaired, but he is excellent at reading lips. - Without glasses, his vision is seriously impaired. - A strained wrist will dramatically impair your ability to play tennis. OASIS = (noun) 1. a fertile spot in a desert or barren place; 2. a place of shelter or sanctuary Synonyms: refuge, sanctuary, haven Antonyms: prison Examples: - My weekly yoga class is an oasis away from my daily stress.- Many weary travelers have stopped by the desert oasis to rest and have a drink of water. - I don't like to have parties because my home is my oasis away from the chaos of the world. IMPAIR = to worsen something or to make it less effective Synonyms: weaken, damage, injure, deteriorate, reduce, lessen, diminish Antonyms: improve Examples: - Everyone knows that too much alcohol can impair a person's driving ability. - My uncle is hearing-impaired, but he is excellent at reading lips. - Without glasses, his vision is seriously impaired. - A strained wrist will dramatically impair your ability to play tennis. OASIS = (noun) 1. a fertile spot in a desert or barren place; 2. a place of shelter or sanctuary Synonyms: refuge, sanctuary, haven Antonyms: prison Examples: - My weekly yoga class is an oasis away from my daily stress.- Many weary travelers have stopped by the desert oasis to rest and have a drink of water. - I don't like to have parties because my home is my oasis away from the chaos of the world. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-11,24690571 Mon, 11 May 2009 20:13:00 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts http://odeo.com/episodes/24555226-JV528-Impair-and-Oasis IMPAIR = to worsen something or to make it less effective Synonyms: weaken, damage, injure, deteriorate, reduce, lessen, diminish Antonyms: improve Examples: - Everyone knows that too much alcohol can impair a person's driving ability. - My uncle is hearing-impaired, but he is excellent at reading lips. - Without glasses, his vision is seriously impaired. - A strained wrist will dramatically impair your ability to play tennis. OASIS = (noun) 1. a fertile spot in a desert or barren place; 2. a place of shelter or sanctuary Synonyms: refuge, sanctuary, haven Antonyms: prison Examples: - My weekly yoga class is an oasis away from my daily stress.- Many weary travelers have stopped by the desert oasis to rest and have a drink of water. - I don't like to have parties because my home is my oasis away from the chaos of the world. IMPAIR = to worsen something or to make it less effective Synonyms: weaken, damage, injure, deteriorate, reduce, lessen, diminish Antonyms: improve Examples: - Everyone knows that too much alcohol can impair a person's driving ability. - My uncle is hearing-impaired, but he is excellent at reading lips. - Without glasses, his vision is seriously impaired. - A strained wrist will dramatically impair your ability to play tennis. OASIS = (noun) 1. a fertile spot in a desert or barren place; 2. a place of shelter or sanctuary Synonyms: refuge, sanctuary, haven Antonyms: prison Examples: - My weekly yoga class is an oasis away from my daily stress.- Many weary travelers have stopped by the desert oasis to rest and have a drink of water. - I don't like to have parties because my home is my oasis away from the chaos of the world. IMPAIR = to worsen something or to make it less effective Synonyms: weaken, damage, injure, deteriorate, reduce, lessen, diminish Antonyms: improve Examples: - Everyone knows that too much alcohol can impair a person's driving ability. - My uncle is hearing-impaired, but he is excellent at reading lips. - Without glasses, his vision is seriously impaired. - A strained wrist will dramatically impair your ability to play tennis. OASIS = (noun) 1. a fertile spot in a desert or barren place; 2. a place of shelter or sanctuary Synonyms: refuge, sanctuary, haven Antonyms: prison Examples: - My weekly yoga class is an oasis away from my daily stress.- Many weary travelers have stopped by the desert oasis to rest and have a drink of water. - I don't like to have parties because my home is my oasis away from the chaos of the world. tag:odeo.com,2009-05-11,24555226 Mon, 11 May 2009 20:13:00 -0700 no Just Vocabulary podcasts