• Post subject: Vacabulary in TOFEL from N----to T
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Naked (adj.) without clothes, bare, without protection You can’t see bacteria with your naked eyes. Nearby (adv.) close, not far There is a store nearby. Nominal (adj.) a very small amount A nominal fee is charged to use the facility. Notorious (adj.) famous or know for doing something bad He is notorious as being the last train robber. Nourishment (noun) a source of strength and support Vegetarians eat beans as supplementary nourishment for proteins. Novelty (noun) something new or unusual; a small toy or decoration The novelty items have been sold out quickly. Now and then (adv.) occasionally Now and then they meet just to talk. Nutrient (noun) something that provides nourishment Proper nutrients are important to good health. Oath (noun) a promise vow to tell the truth He makes an oath before the judge. Obscure (adj.) hard to see or understand, hidden, indistinct, not well know This obscure restaurant serves delicious food. Obstacle (noun) a hindrance, something that prevents you from doing something Protesters put up obstacles on the street to stop traffic. Obvious (adj.) easily seen or understood You look pale. It is obvious that you are sick. Ominous (adj.) threatening The weather bureau has issued an ominous storm warning. Omit (verb) to leave out His name is omitted from the guess list. On the spot (prep.) immediately, at the place one is needed The police arrested the robber on the spot. One by one (adv.) individually, one after another The children walk across the road one by one. Operation (noun) a process of doing something, a surgical procedure He needs immediate heart operation to correct his heart conditions. Optimal (adj.) the best; favorable; profitable The optimal time for the spacecraft to response has passed. Option (noun) choice To be able to speak English is not an option but a necessity. Outburst (noun) speaking out suddenly; anything that breaks out suddenly, TOEFL Word List___________________________________________________________________19 usually violently There was an outburst of support after the new laws were passed. Outlawed (verb) made illegal Illegal drugs are outlawed in Hong Kong. Outlet (noun) a passage or vent for vent letting something out; the place in a writing system where the electric current is available for use; an electrical socket Please keep the electrical outlets away from children. Overlapping (verb/adj.) one thing covering part of another thing The roof consists of overlapping tiles. They have found that their duties overlapped. Overthrow (verb) to conquer, to overturn, to upset The people have overthrown the government by means of demonstration. Overwhelm (verb) to be defeated, to be exhausted, to cover completely The company was overwhelmed with calls after the job advertisement. Painstakingly (adv.) carefully, paying attention to detail She stitches painstakingly. Panacea (noun) a remedy for all troubles The government warned the people that the new policies were not panacea for prosperity. Paramount (adj.) of primary importance Eating health is paramount to your good health. Particle (noun) a smell piece, a part Dust particles are hard to get rid of. Particularly (adv.) especially The teacher has made the exam questions particularly difficult, so that no one gets full marks. Passing (adj.) not lasting, going by He has fond memories of the passing years. Patch (noun) a piece of material used to cover a hole; a small area He puts a leather patch on his jeans. Path (noun) a place made for walking I know a hidden path through the woods. Patronize (verb) to support or to act in a condescending way He always patronizes news restaurants to try new food. Penetrate (verb) to go into or through; to spread Scientists have sent a probe to penetrate the deepest part of the ocean. Perceive (verb) to become aware of something through the senses or mind No one perceived his visions. Perennial (adv.) continuing through the whole year Most flowers are not perennial plants.. Period (noun) a portion of time He is doing research for the period of the Industrial Revolution. Perjury (noun) a false statement after giving TOEFL Word List___________________________________________________________________20 an oath to tell the truth Perjury is a crime punishable by law. Perpendicular (adj.) at an angle of 90 degrees, upright Two perpendicular lines make a 90-degree angle. Perplexing (adj.) confusing, complicated Language of a contract is always perplexing. Persistent (adj.) refusing to change, continuing for a long time, repeating again and again He is a persistent salesman. Phenomenon (noun) something that can be perceived by the senses, something remarkable or unusual Northern Lights is a phenomenon that can’t be explained. Pierce (verb) to make a hole, to go through with a pointed instrument She wants to pierce her eyebrow. Plot (verb/noun) to plan secretly; the main story of a book or play; a small piece of ground They plotted to overthrow the government. Poignant (adj.) causing sad or painful feelings The poignant part of the movie makes everyone cry. Point out (verb) to show or call attention to something He points out the mistakes in my composition. Pole (noun) a long slender round piece of wood or metal. The flag was blown down during the storm. Poll (noun) a survey of public opinion made by questioning people The opinion poll has favored the government. Popularity (noun) the quality of being popular, well-liked His popularity has soared after the release of his new songs. Posthumously (adv.) after one’s death The mayor is considering giving him the title of “Citizen of the year” posthumously. Potentially (adv.) having the capability, the possibility It is potentially dangerous to operate the machine without proper training. Praise (noun/verb) an expression of approval or esteem; to give approval, admiration, honor, or glory to someone He gives praises to all the volunteers who help organize the event. Pray (verb) to address God to give thanks or make requests, to ask earnestly Many people come to the temple to pray. Precision (noun) the state of being exact, correct, accurate Landing on the Moon requires precision and technology. Predict (verb) to foretell, to say in advance He predicts that the economy will recover next year. Predominantly (adv.) having more strength, power, or numbers than others TOEFL Word List___________________________________________________________________21 The language people use in Hong Kong is predominantly Cantonese. Pressing (adj.) urgent, requiring immediate attention I have pressing personal matters to take care of. Prevail/prevailing (verb/adj.) to gain victory over something, to be the usual thing, commonly seen or done Truth prevails in the end. Previously (adv.) before He has visited Hong Kong previously. Primitive (adj.) of early times; of an early, pre-technical culture They use primitive weapons to fight the invaders. . Prior to (adj.) before Prior to being to a driver, he has to take training course. Private (adj.) concerning one person or group rather than for people in general; secret; secluded; isolated He shouldn’t mix business with private matters. Proficient (adj.) skilled He is proficient at several languages. Profitable (adj.) useful; bringing in money or gain The company has a very profitable year. Prolonged (adj.) a long time, made longer After several years of hard work, she needs a prolonged vacation. Promotion (noun) advancement to a higher rank or position She got a promotion recently. Prone (adj.) lying down; to have tendency to do something Male teenagers are prone to have more accidents than female counterparts. Propagate (verb) to increase the number of plants or animals by natural mean; to spread information The use of Internet to propagate information is very efficient.. Propel (verb) to dive something forward The rocket propels the space shuttle into orbit. Prospect (noun) something hoped for or looked forward to Without any job skills, he has no job prospect. Prosperous (adj.) successful; rich After finding oil nearby, the city becomes prosperous quickly. Pulp (noun) the soft part of fruit; a mass of soft material such as wood fiber Paper is made from wood pulp.. Purpose (noun) a plan The purpose of his visit is to research on ancient civilizations. Puzzling (verb/adj.) hard to understand or answer Why he left suddenly is still puzzling. Radical (adj.) basic; extreme; fundamental The Internet has made a radical change in the way we communicate. TOEFL Word List___________________________________________________________________22 Range (noun/verb) a row of things; a large area; maximum distance; the limit; a stove with an oven; to travel over or roam The horses are free to range in the ranch. Rational (adj.) able to reason In times of crisis, you have to be rational. Raw (adj.) uncooked; in a natural condition He likes to eat his beef raw.. Reach (verb) to stretch, to extend, to come to He has no phone in the cabin, so we can’t reach him. React (verb) to behave in response to a situation When he heard the bad news, her reacted with sadness. Rebel (verb) to act against something; to show resistance; to fight Teenagers tend to rebel their parents’ advice. Recall (verb) to remember; to ask to come back He can’t recall where they have met before. Recycle (verb) to treat waste materials like paper, glass, or metal so they can be used again We have to recycle old cans and bottles. Reel (noun/verb) a roller for thread, wire, hose, or cable; to walk unsteadily The reel on the fishing rod has broken. Refrain (verb) to stop from doing something Please refrain from smoking in the non-smoking area. Refute (verb) to prove a person wrong or mistaken The professor has refuted my arguments. Regrettable (adv.) sadly He feels regrettable that he can’t attend the wedding. Reimburse (verb) to give money back The company will only reimburse expenses with receipts. Relate (verb) to tell a story; to make a connection with something Scientists are trying to relate illnesses to genetic defects. Relatively (adv.) comparatively My parents live relatively close. Release (verb) to let go; to set free The company releases news about a new device. Religiously (adv.) to do something conscientiously; devoutly; with faith He takes exercising religiously. Reluctantly (adv.) unwilling to do something He accepts the responsibility reluctantly. Remain (noun) what is left; a dead body The remains of the dinner were put in the refrigerator. There are human remains in the cave. Remote (adj.) far away, distant; control from a distance The remote villages are not accessible by car. Renowned (adj.) famous, celebrated TOEFL Word List___________________________________________________________________23 He is a renowned heart surgeon. Repair (verb/adj.) to restore to a good condition The car is damaged beyond repair. Report (noun/verb) an account given of something heard or seen She didn’t report what she saw to the police. Research (noun) an investigation to discover new facts or information Her research in Physics has won her the Nobel Prize. Resist (verb) to oppose an attack; not to give in to something You can’t resist the change. Resort (noun/verb) a place one goes to for fun, relaxation, or health; to turn to something for help to gain one’s purpose He has built a resort to attract more tourists. Respect (noun/verb) honor, consideration, regard; to treat someone with consideration We should respect her privacy. Restore (verb) to bring back to the original condition; to repair; to make well They have restored the old church. Retreat (verb/noun) to move back, withdraw; a quiet and restful place I know a quiet retreat for summer vacation. Revere (verb) to have a deep respect for; to regard highly Some students revere their teachers. Revision (noun) a corrected version of something This is the second revision of the book. Rewarding (adj.) satisfying; giving pleasure in return for something It is rewarding to know that I am able to help them. Rigorous (adj.) very hard, harsh, severe, very strict In order to prepare for the Olympics, he has carried out a rigorous training plan. Rise (verb) to get up, to come to life, to become greater in intensity or volume The Sun rises in the east. Rolling (verb/adj.) turning over and over, swaying Children love to roll and play in snow. Rudimentary (adj.) elementary, undeveloped We acquired rudimentary skills when we were children. Rumor (noun/passive verb) general talk, gossip, statement that may not be true The rumor spread quickly in the village. Run-down (adj.) not cared for, weak and exhausted, fallen into disrepair It is amazing that the run-down car is still working. Rural (adj.) in country area I used to live in rural area. Scarcely (adv.) hardly, barely, almost not Gasoline is in such short supply, you can TOEFL Word List___________________________________________________________________24 scarcely find it anywhere. Scattered (adj.) not situated together Dirty clothes are scattered on the floor in his room. Scenery (noun) the general appearance of a place, features of the landscape Hong Kong has much beautiful scenery. Scent (noun) smell, usually pleasant She likes the scent of the new perfume. Scrupulously (adv.) done very carefully, paying attention to detail She always works scrupulously. Secluded (adj.) kept away from others, alone The secluded house seldom has visitors. Secretly (adv.) not know to others, quiet She has secretly taped their conversation. Seed (noun/verb) the part of a flowing plant from which others, plants grow; the origin of something; to sow a field with seed I don’t like the seeds in grapes Seek (verb) to look for They seek everywhere for the missing book. Selection (noun) a collection, a group of chosen things This department store has better selection. Sensible (adj.) reasonable, practical It is not sensible to go out when typhoon signal No. 10 is hoisted. Serene (adj.) calm and clear The weather is serene and humid before the storm comes. Shade (noun/verb) something that cuts off the sunlight; a screen or curtain; to protect from light or heat He draws the shade to cut down the sunlight in the room. Shaggy (adj.) hairy, rough, coarse, or untidy hair He has a shaggy carpet in the middle of his living room. Sheer (adj.) complete or absolute; transparent cloth She is choosing a new sheer for her curtains. Shelter (noun) a place to be safe or protected The government provides shelters for the homeless. Shield (verb/noun) to protect; a piece of metal, plastic, or other material that protect She uses her body as a shield to protect her child. Side by side (adj.) close together, next to one another They put their pictures side by side. Silently (adv.) quietly, making little sound People read silently in the library. Simultaneously (adv.) at the same time The two companies announced the news simultaneously. Single-story (adj.) a house or building with one floor TOEFL Word List___________________________________________________________________25 Single-story houses are very expensive in Hong Kong. Sinister (adj.) evil, unkind The mean old lady gave me a sinister look. Site (noun) a place where something was or will be The company has selected a site to build the amusement park. Sketch (verb) to make a rough, quick drawing or an outline; a rough plan She made a sketch of her idea. Slightly (adv.) to a small degree; slenderly He was slightly injured in the car accident. Slim (adj.) small, insufficient, slender She is exercising more to keep herself slim. Soak (verb) to become completely wet by absorbing liquid You have to soak it in water to soften it. Socket (noun) a hole or space into which something fits A square socket will not fit a round rod. Sole (adj./noun) the only one; single; restricted; the undersurface of a person’s foot or shoe He is sole person who has the key to the building. Solitary (adj.) living alone; without companions; seldom visited; lonely The lonely old man has lived a solitary life for many years. Somewhat (adv.) to some degree, a little He is somewhat disappointed when he receives the news. Sophisticated (adj.) a lack of simplicity or naturalness; cultured; with the latest improvements She has a sophisticated taste in clothes. Sort (noun/verb) a group or class of things that are similar in some way; to separate or arrange by class What sort of music do you like? Spacious (adj.) having a lot of space The entrance to the building is very spacious. Spectacular (adj.) grand, marvelous, remarkable Every year, there is a spectacular firework display to celebrate the Chinese New Year. Split (verb) to break into two or more part; divide The opinion is split over the issue of immigration. Sporadically (adv.) occasionally; inconsistently Her performance improves sporadically. Stain (noun/verb) a mark that doesn’t wash out; to permanently change the color of something Someone spilled wine on the carpet and stained it. Stalk (verb/ noun) to move quietly and cautiously toward something in order to get near, the part of a plant that supports the plant or flower Lions stalk its preys. TOEFL Word List___________________________________________________________________26 Static (adj.) in a state of balance, not increasing or decreasing; electrical Charges in the atmosphere; a crackling noise in radio or televisions The radio isn’t working properly because of static interference. Stem (noun) the stalk of a plant; the end coming up from the ground This flower has a long stem. Strengthen (verb) to make something stronger He needs to exercise more to strengthen his muscle. Stress (noun) a condition causing depression or troubled thoughts His heart condition is brought on by stress at work. Strict (adj.) demanding obedience, clearly and exactly defined, precise He is brought up in a strict family. Strip (noun/verb) a long narrow piece of material or land; to talk off coverings There is a small landing strip near here. Stripe (noun) a band of material of a different color, pattern, or material He prefers stripes on his tie. Struggle (verb/noun) to fight; to make great effort for something; conflict The guard struggled with the intruder. Stubborn (adj.) obstinate; difficult to deal with; determined He tried to talk to his stubborn friend who refused to listen to anyone. Stumble (verb) to hit one’s foot against something and fall or almost fall He stumbled and hurt his ankle while running. Style (noun) a manner of writing or speaking; a quality of being superior; a general appearance She always pays attention to the latest styles in fashion. Submarine (noun) a ship that is designed to operate under water He is the captain of a submarine. Subtle (adj.) difficult to perceive or describe He has made subtle correction to his work. Superiority (noun) the state of being better than average The superiority of technology has made US the most powerful nation on Earth. Supernatural (adj.) spiritual, cannot be explained by physical laws You should not believe in supernatural stories. Surmise (verb) guess Since it rained last night, he surmised that the game was cancelled. Surpass (verb) to do better than someone or something else He tried to surpass his own winning record. Survey (verb) to examine, to take a general view of He is doing a survey about what people like. Suspicious (adj.) having an idea that TOEFL Word List___________________________________________________________________27 something bad is about to happen; thinking someone may be guilty There is a suspicious man standing across the street. Swear (verb) to take an oath; to curse, to use bad language He swears that he will tell the truth. Swift (adj.) fast, quick It is dangerous to swim in swift current. Sympathetic (adj.) sharing the pain or troubled feelings of other people The judge felt sympathetic towards her when he heard her story. Symphony (noun) a long musical composition He is composing a new symphony. Tactfully (adv.) showing skill and understanding in dealing with other people You should tell your friend to leave tactfully. Take place (verb) happen The wedding hasn’t taken place yet. Tap (verb/noun) to make a light, quick, rhythmical touch on something; a faucet, a device for controlling the flow of liquid from a pipe He taps his finger on the table. Temperature (noun) a degree of heat or cold; a body fever The summer temperature in Hong Kong is very hot. Tend (verb) to be inclined to do something; to have a certain direction He tends to make decision in a rush. Tension (noun) strain; being tightly stretched The cable isn’t designed to withstand such tension. Tentative (adj.) done as a trial to see what might happen He has made tentative plan to take his vacation his month. Terrifying (adj.) frightening The newspaper has reported a terrifying accident. Theft (noun) the act of stealing He was accused of being a theft. Theory (noun) an explanation of a general principle; an opinion, not necessarily based on logical reasoning The new theory has caused a lot of arguments. Thorn (noun) a pointed growth on the stem of a plant. The thorns of the rose have cut her finger. Timid (adj.) shy, easily frightened He was quite timid when he was young. Tiny (adj.) very small A tiny amount of water was found inside the fossils. Tolerate (verb) to put up with, to allow without protest He can’t tolerate the noise on the street. Tomb (noun) a place dug in the ground or caved out of rock to put a dead body, usually TOEFL Word List___________________________________________________________________28 having a monument over it They build tombs to honor the soldiers who died in the war. Tough (adj.) hard to cut; difficult; not easily broken The government has warned the people about tough times ahead. Trace (noun/verb) a very small amount; a mark showing someone has been in a place; to draw or sketch; to copy; to follow a line There is only a trace of iodine in the water. She traces the outlines of the figures. Trade (verb/noun) to buy and sell; to give something else; means of earning one’s living My uncle is in the building trade. He wants to make a trade for his car. Transplant (verb) to transfer, to move to a new place They are conducting experiments on how to transplant organs safely. Trash (noun) something worthless; rubbish He throw his old magazines into the trash. Treasured (adj.) valued, loved You should keep your treasured valuables in the safety deposit box. Trial (noun) a test; an examination in a court of law His trial ended quickly. Trickle (verb/noun) to flow slowly; to move little by little by little; a slow, small flow The water pipe is blocked so water supply is running at a trickle. Trigger (noun/verb) a small lever that release a spring; to set off; to be the cause of something The court decision triggered a riot. Trip (verb/ noun) to stumble over something; a journey for pleasure He tripped over his own foot. Tropical (adj.) of the part of the earth around the equator Tropical rain forests are being cut down. Trunk (noun) the part of the tree that supports it; a large case to pack things in for traveling; the body of the person The tree trunk has many holes. Turbulence (noun) the state of being violent, uncontrolled, disorderly Swift water has caused a lot of turbulence.
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