ETV1 Word List - 001-050

(on) the verge of sth

Definition: to be very close to experiencing or achieving something

a bird's eye view

Definition: 1) a view from a high angle as if seen by a bird in flight, 2) an overall or cursory look at something

a change of heart

Definition: when you have a change of heart, you change your opinion or feelings about something

a dim view

Definition: having a negative, unfavourable, or disapproving view.

a far cry from

Definition: to be very different to

a plethora of sth

Definition: overabundance, excess, surplus

a priori

Definition: relating to or denoting reasoning or knowledge which proceeds from theoretical deduction rather than from observation or experience

aberration

Definition: a state or condition markedly different from the norm

abide by

Definition: to accept or act in accordance with (a rule, decision, or recommendation)

abrasive

Definition: rude, unfriendly

abysmal

Definition: extremely bad

acumen

Definition: quickness, accuracy, and keenness of judgment or insight

adamant

Definition: 1) refusing to be persuaded or to change one's mind, 2) not giving in or relenting

adhere to

Definition: to follow closely, observe, or represent

administer

Definition: 1) to manage and be responsible for the running of (a business, organization, etc.), 2) to be responsible for the implementation or use of (law or resources), 3) to dispense or apply (a remedy or drug)

adverse

Definition: preventing success or development

adversity

Definition: a difficult or unpleasant situation

affluent

Definition: having an abundance of wealth, property or other material goods

aforementioned

Definition: denoting a thing or person previously mentioned

agile

Definition: 1) able to move quickly and easily, 2) able to think or understand quickly and easily