Learn these words: commission, intellect, resurrection, callously, inertia (SAT/GRE & literary language)

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Pronunciation

commission /kəˈmɪʃn̩/intellect /ˈɪntəˌlekt/resurrection /ˌrezəˈrekʃn̩/callously /ˈkæləsli/inertia /ˌɪˈnɝːʃə/

Example Sentences

  1. The artist received a commission to create a painting for the wealthy patron.
  2. The intellect of the scientist was unmatched, allowing them to make groundbreaking discoveries.
  3. The resurrection of the dead was a central tenet of many religious beliefs.
  4. The CEO callously laid off hundreds of workers, without any regard for their well-being.
  5. The company suffered from inertia, unable to adapt to the changing market conditions.

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  • commission (authorization, mandate) - an instruction, command, or duty given to a person or group of people.
    =>[commission a painting, commission a piece of music, commission a report]
    - omission, neglect
  • intellect (intelligence, mind) - the faculty of reasoning and understanding objectively, especially with regard to abstract or academic matters.
    =>[intellect of a genius, intellect of a scientist, intellect of a philosopher]
    - stupidity, dullness
  • resurrection (revival, rebirth) - the act of rising from the dead; the revival of something that has been dormant or inactive.
    =>[resurrection of Jesus Christ, resurrection of a dream, resurrection of a plan]
    - extinction, death
  • callously (heartlessly, unfeelingly) - in a way that shows no concern if other people are hurt or upset.
    =>[callously ignore someone, callously dismiss someone, callously hurt someone]
    - compassionately, tenderly
  • inertia (inactivity, lethargy) - a tendency to do nothing or to remain unchanged.
    =>[inertia of a moving object, inertia of a group of people, inertia of an idea]
    - action, movement

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Original Sentences

  1. The artist received a commission to create a painting for the wealthy patron.
  2. The intellect of the scientist was unmatched, allowing them to make groundbreaking discoveries.
  3. The resurrection of the dead was a central tenet of many religious beliefs.
  4. The CEO callously laid off hundreds of workers, without any regard for their well-being.
  5. The company suffered from inertia, unable to adapt to the changing market conditions.

Translation to Spanish

  1. El artista recibió el encargo de crear un cuadro para el rico mecenas.
  2. El intelecto del científico era inigualable, lo que les permitió hacer descubrimientos innovadores.
  3. La resurrección de los muertos era un principio central de muchas creencias religiosas.
  4. El director ejecutivo despidió cruelmente a cientos de trabajadores, sin tener en cuenta su bienestar.
  5. La empresa padecía de inercia, incapaz de adaptarse a las cambiantes condiciones del mercado.

Translation to French

  1. L'artiste a reçu une commande pour créer un tableau pour un riche mécène.
  2. L’intellect du scientifique était inégalé, ce qui lui a permis de faire des découvertes révolutionnaires.
  3. La résurrection des morts était un principe central de nombreuses croyances religieuses.
  4. Le PDG a brutalement licencié des centaines de travailleurs, sans se soucier de leur bien-être.
  5. L’entreprise souffrait d’inertie, incapable de s’adapter aux conditions changeantes du marché.

Translation to Portuguese

  1. O artista recebeu a encomenda de criar uma pintura para o rico patrono.
  2. O intelecto do cientista era incomparável, permitindo-lhes fazer descobertas inovadoras.
  3. A ressurreição dos mortos era um princípio central de muitas crenças religiosas.
  4. O CEO despediu insensivelmente centenas de trabalhadores, sem qualquer consideração pelo seu bem-estar.
  5. A empresa sofria de inércia, incapaz de se adaptar às mudanças nas condições do mercado.

Translation to Italian

  1. L'artista ha ricevuto l'incarico di creare un dipinto per il ricco mecenate.
  2. L'intelletto degli scienziati non aveva eguali, consentendo loro di fare scoperte rivoluzionarie.
  3. La resurrezione dei morti era un principio centrale di molte credenze religiose.
  4. L'amministratore delegato ha licenziato insensibilmente centinaia di lavoratori, senza alcun riguardo per il loro benessere.
  5. L'azienda soffriva di inerzia, incapace di adattarsi alle mutevoli condizioni del mercato.

Translation to German

  1. Der Künstler erhielt den Auftrag, ein Gemälde für den wohlhabenden Mäzen zu schaffen.
  2. Der Intellekt der Wissenschaftler war unübertroffen und ermöglichte es ihnen, bahnbrechende Entdeckungen zu machen.
  3. Die Auferstehung der Toten war ein zentraler Grundsatz vieler religiöser Überzeugungen.
  4. Der CEO entließ rücksichtslos Hunderte von Arbeitern, ohne Rücksicht auf deren Wohlergehen.
  5. Das Unternehmen litt unter Trägheit und war nicht in der Lage, sich an die sich ändernden Marktbedingungen anzupassen.

Translation to Russian

  1. Художник получил заказ на создание картины для богатого покровителя.
  2. Интеллект учёных был непревзойденным, что позволило им сделать революционные открытия.
  3. Воскресение мертвых было центральным принципом многих религиозных верований.
  4. Генеральный директор безжалостно уволил сотни работников, не заботясь об их благополучии.
  5. Компания страдала от инерции, неспособная адаптироваться к меняющимся рыночным условиям.

Translation to English

  1. The artist received a commission to create a painting for the wealthy patron.
  2. The intellect of the scientist was unmatched, allowing them to make groundbreaking discoveries.
  3. The resurrection of the dead was a central tenet of many religious beliefs.
  4. The CEO callously laid off hundreds of workers, without any regard for their well-being.
  5. The company suffered from inertia, unable to adapt to the changing market conditions.

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Etymology

commission: The word "commission" comes from the Latin word "commissio," meaning "entrustment." It refers to a formal authorization or mandate to perform a task or duty, often in the sense of being used to describe a process of delegation or appointment

intellect: The word "intellect" comes from the Latin word "intellectus," meaning "understanding." It refers to the ability to reason, think, and understand, often in the sense of being used to describe a person's mental capacity or intelligence

resurrection: The word "resurrection" comes from the Latin word "resurrectio," meaning "rising again." It refers to the act of rising from the dead, often in the sense of being used to describe a religious or spiritual concept of rebirth or renewal

callously: The word "callously" comes from the Latin word "callosus," meaning "hard-skinned." It refers to a lack of sensitivity or compassion, often in the sense of being used to describe a person who is insensitive or indifferent to the suffering of others

inertia: The word "inertia" comes from the Latin word "iners," meaning "idle, lazy." It refers to a tendency to remain unchanged or inactive, often in the sense of being used to describe a physical or mental state of resistance to change or movement


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