UG ETV1 VOC - Word List - Full detail

epoch

Definition: 1) a particular period of time in history or a person's life, 2) an extended period of time usually characterised by a distinctive development or by a memorable series of events
Notes: E.g. 'When the pharaoh’s first son took the throne, his succession marked an epoch in Egyptian history.'
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equation

Definition: 1) in mathematics, a statement that the values of two mathematical expressions are equal (indicated by the sign =), 2) the process of equating one thing with another
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erroneously

Definition: in a mistaken way; incorrectly
Notes: E.g. 'Some erroneously believe that they are always right, while they are the ones who are always wrong.'
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Lexical: adverb

erudite

Definition: characterised by great knowledge; learned or scholarly
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esteem

Definition: to have great respect or high regard for
Notes: usually: 'be esteemed'
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evasive

Definition: tending to avoid commitment or self-revelation, especially by responding only indirectly
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eventuality

Definition: a possible event or outcome
Notes: E.g. 'By all means, cover yourself for unexpected eventualities such as death, unemployment and your house burning down.'
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evoke

Definition: 1) to bring or recall (a feeling, memory, or image) to the conscious mind, 2) to elicit (a response)
Notes: E.g. 'That smell always evokes memories of my old school.'
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exacting

Definition: demanding a great amount of skill, attention, effort, care or other resources
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excerpt

Definition: a short part taken from a speech, book, film, etc.
Notes: E.g. 'She read out excerpts from an article in the Times.'
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exhaustive

Definition: including or considering all elements or aspects; fully comprehensive
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Synonym: comprehensive, all-inclusive, complete
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expenditure

Definition: payment or expense
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Synonym: cost
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expletive

Definition: a word that is considered offensive, a swear word
Notes: E.g. 'When she dropped a book on her foot, she let loose a fleet of expletives'.
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extrapolate

Definition: to extend the application of (a method or conclusion) to an unknown situation by assuming that existing trends will continue or similar methods will be applicable
Notes: E.g. 'It's part of their job to extrapolate from current trends, anticipate future problems, and head them off at the pass.'
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fallacy

Definition: 1) a false or mistaken idea, 2) deceptive appearance, 3) an often plausible argument using false or invalid inference
Notes: E.g. 'This fantasy, this fallacy, this tumbling stone.'
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falter

Definition: to speak hesitantly
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Synonym: hesitate
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far-fetched

Definition: unlikely or unconvincing
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Synonym: implausible
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far-flung

Definition: 1) distant or remote, 2) widely distributed
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fathom

Definition: to understand after much, intensive thought
Notes: E.g. 'One can never fathom the sheer vastness of the universe.'
Synonym: to comprehend
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feasible

Definition: able to be carried out
Notes: E.g. There are so many organisms in the world, it is not feasible to list them all.
Synonym: practical
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Lexical: adjective