Learn these words: coveted, vengeful, evanescent, accursed, juridical (SAT/GRE & literary language)

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Pronunciation

coveted /ˈkʌvətəd/vengeful /ˈvendʒfəl/evanescent /ˌevəˈnesənt/accursed /əˈkɝːst/juridical /dʒʊəˈrɪdɪkl̩/

Example Sentences

  1. The coveted prize was awarded to the winner of the competition.
  2. The vengeful spirit haunted the house, seeking revenge for its untimely death.
  3. The beauty of the sunset was evanescent, fading quickly into the darkness of night.
  4. The accursed curse had plagued the family for generations, causing misfortune and tragedy.
  5. The juridical system was designed to ensure justice and fairness for all.

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  • coveted (desired, envied) - greatly desired or envied.
    =>[coveted prize, coveted award, coveted position]
    - despised, unwanted
  • vengeful (revengeful, vindictive) - seeking to harm someone in return for a perceived injury or wrong.
    =>[vengeful spirit, vengeful ghost, vengeful person]
    - forgiving, merciful
  • evanescent (fleeting, transient) - soon passing out of sight, memory, or existence; quickly fading or disappearing.
    =>[evanescent beauty, evanescent pleasure, evanescent moment]
    - permanent, lasting
  • accursed (cursed, damned) - under a curse; doomed to misfortune or disaster.
    =>[accursed place, accursed person, accursed object]
    - blessed, fortunate
  • juridical (legal, judicial) - relating to the administration of justice or the law.
    =>[juridical system, juridical decision, juridical process]
    - non-juridical, legal

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Original Sentences

  1. The coveted prize was awarded to the winner of the competition.
  2. The vengeful spirit haunted the house, seeking revenge for its untimely death.
  3. The beauty of the sunset was evanescent, fading quickly into the darkness of night.
  4. The accursed curse had plagued the family for generations, causing misfortune and tragedy.
  5. The juridical system was designed to ensure justice and fairness for all.

Translation to Spanish

  1. El codiciado premio fue entregado al ganador del concurso.
  2. El espíritu vengativo rondaba la casa, buscando venganza por su prematura muerte.
  3. La belleza del atardecer era evanescente y se desvanecía rápidamente en la oscuridad de la noche.
  4. La maldita maldición había asolado a la familia durante generaciones, provocando desgracias y tragedias.
  5. El sistema jurídico fue diseñado para garantizar justicia y equidad para todos.

Translation to French

  1. Le prix tant convoité a été décerné au gagnant du concours.
  2. L'esprit vengeur hantait la maison, cherchant à se venger de sa mort prématurée.
  3. La beauté du coucher de soleil était évanescente et s'estompait rapidement dans l'obscurité de la nuit.
  4. La malédiction maudite tourmentait la famille depuis des générations, provoquant malheur et tragédie.
  5. Le système juridique a été conçu pour garantir la justice et l’équité pour tous.

Translation to Portuguese

  1. O cobiçado prêmio foi concedido ao vencedor do concurso.
  2. O espírito vingativo assombrou a casa, em busca de vingança pela sua morte prematura.
  3. A beleza do pôr do sol era evanescente, desaparecendo rapidamente na escuridão da noite.
  4. A maldição amaldiçoou a família por gerações, causando infortúnio e tragédia.
  5. O sistema jurídico foi projetado para garantir justiça e imparcialidade para todos.

Translation to Italian

  1. L'ambito premio è stato assegnato al vincitore del concorso.
  2. Lo spirito vendicativo infestava la casa, cercando vendetta per la sua morte prematura.
  3. La bellezza del tramonto era evanescente e svaniva rapidamente nell'oscurità della notte.
  4. La maledetta maledizione aveva afflitto la famiglia per generazioni, causando disgrazie e tragedie.
  5. Il sistema giuridico è stato progettato per garantire giustizia ed equità per tutti.

Translation to German

  1. Der begehrte Preis wurde an den Gewinner des Wettbewerbs verliehen.
  2. Der rachsüchtige Geist suchte das Haus heim und suchte Rache für seinen frühen Tod.
  3. Die Schönheit des Sonnenuntergangs verging und verschwand schnell in der Dunkelheit der Nacht.
  4. Der verfluchte Fluch hatte die Familie über Generationen hinweg geplagt und Unglück und Tragödien verursacht.
  5. Das Rechtssystem wurde entwickelt, um Gerechtigkeit und Fairness für alle zu gewährleisten.

Translation to Russian

  1. Заветный приз был вручен победителю конкурса.
  2. Мстительный дух преследовал дом, желая отомстить за свою безвременную смерть.
  3. Красота заката была мимолетной и быстро исчезала во тьме ночи.
  4. Проклятое проклятие преследовало семью на протяжении нескольких поколений, принося несчастья и трагедии.
  5. Юридическая система была создана для обеспечения справедливости и справедливости для всех.

Translation to English

  1. The coveted prize was awarded to the winner of the competition.
  2. The vengeful spirit haunted the house, seeking revenge for its untimely death.
  3. The beauty of the sunset was evanescent, fading quickly into the darkness of night.
  4. The accursed curse had plagued the family for generations, causing misfortune and tragedy.
  5. The juridical system was designed to ensure justice and fairness for all.

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Etymology

coveted: The word "coveted" comes from the Old French word "coveitier," meaning "to desire." It refers to something that is highly desired or sought after, often in the sense of being used to describe a prized or valuable possession

vengeful: The word "vengeful" comes from the Old French word "vengier," meaning "to avenge." It refers to someone who seeks revenge or retribution, often in the sense of being used to describe a person who is vindictive or spiteful

evanescent: The word "evanescent" comes from the Latin word "evanescere," meaning "to vanish." It refers to something that is fleeting or transient, often in the sense of being used to describe a momentary or ephemeral experience

accursed: The word "accursed" comes from the Old English word "acursian," meaning "to put under a curse." It refers to something that is cursed or condemned, often in the sense of being used to describe a person or thing that is despised or detested

juridical: The word "juridical" comes from the Latin word "iuridicus," meaning "relating to the law." It refers to something that is related to the law or legal system, often in the sense of being used to describe a legal or judicial process


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