Learn these words: dissolution, legitimate, effluvium, inhibition, effusive (SAT/GRE & literary language)

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Pronunciation

dissolution /ˌdɪsəˈluːʃn̩/legitimate /ləˈdʒɪtəmət/effluvium /ɪˈfluːviːəm/inhibition /ˌɪnhəˈbɪʃn̩/effusive /ˈefjuːsɪv/

Example Sentences

  1. The dissolution of the company was due to financial mismanagement.
  2. The company's operations were legitimate and followed all regulations.
  3. The effluvium from the factory was causing health problems for the nearby residents.
  4. His shyness was an inhibition to making new friends.
  5. The effusive praise from the critics made the artist's day.

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  • dissolution (disintegration, breakup) - the closing down or dismissal of an assembly, partnership, or official body.
    =>[dissolution of a marriage, dissolution of a company, dissolution of a relationship]
    - cohesion, unity
  • legitimate (valid, legal) - conforming to the law or to rules.
    =>[legitimate business, legitimate claim, legitimate reason]
    - illegitimate, unauthorized
  • effluvium (odor, stench) - an unpleasant or harmful odor, secretion, or discharge.
    =>[effluvium of sweat, effluvium of garbage, effluvium of chemicals]
    - fragrance, aroma
  • inhibition (restraint, hindrance) - a feeling that makes one self-conscious and unable to act in a relaxed and natural way.
    =>[inhibition against speaking, inhibition against expressing oneself, inhibition against taking risks]
    - disinhibition, freedom
  • effusive (gushing, unrestrained) - expressing feelings of gratitude, pleasure, or approval in an unrestrained or heartfelt manner.
    =>[effusive praise, effusive gratitude, effusive compliments]
    - reserved, restrained

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Original Sentences

  1. The dissolution of the company was due to financial mismanagement.
  2. The company's operations were legitimate and followed all regulations.
  3. The effluvium from the factory was causing health problems for the nearby residents.
  4. His shyness was an inhibition to making new friends.
  5. The effusive praise from the critics made the artist's day.

Translation to Spanish

  1. La disolución de la empresa se debió a una mala gestión financiera.
  2. Las operaciones de la empresa eran legítimas y cumplían todas las normativas.
  3. Los efluvios de la fábrica causaban problemas de salud a los vecinos.
  4. Su timidez le impedía hacer nuevos amigos.
  5. Los efusivos elogios de los críticos le alegraron el día al artista.

Translation to French

  1. La dissolution de la société est due à une mauvaise gestion financière.
  2. Les activités de la société étaient légitimes et respectaient toutes les réglementations.
  3. Les effluents de l'usine causaient des problèmes de santé aux habitants des environs.
  4. Sa timidité l'empêche de se faire de nouveaux amis.
  5. Les éloges enthousiastes des critiques ont réjoui l'artiste.

Translation to Portuguese

  1. A dissolução da empresa se deveu à má administração financeira.
  2. As operações da empresa eram legítimas e seguiam todas as regulamentações.
  3. Os efluentes da fábrica estavam causando problemas de saúde para os moradores das proximidades.
  4. Sua timidez era uma inibição para fazer novos amigos.
  5. Os elogios efusivos dos críticos fizeram o dia do artista.

Translation to Italian

  1. Lo scioglimento della società è dovuto a una cattiva gestione finanziaria.
  2. Le operazioni dell'azienda erano legittime e seguivano tutte le normative.
  3. Gli effluvi della fabbrica causavano problemi di salute ai residenti nelle vicinanze.
  4. La sua timidezza gli impediva di fare nuove amicizie.
  5. L'elogio dei critici ha rallegrato la giornata dell'artista.

Translation to German

  1. Die Auflösung des Unternehmens war auf finanzielles Missmanagement zurückzuführen.
  2. Die Tätigkeit des Unternehmens war rechtmäßig und entsprach allen Vorschriften.
  3. Die Abwässer der Fabrik verursachten Gesundheitsprobleme bei den Anwohnern.
  4. Seine Schüchternheit hinderte ihn daran, neue Freunde zu finden.
  5. Das überschwängliche Lob der Kritiker war für den Künstler ein Grund zur Freude.

Translation to Russian

  1. Ликвидация компании была вызвана финансовой неэффективностью.
  2. Деятельность компании была законной и соответствовала всем нормам.
  3. Выбросы с завода создавали проблемы для здоровья жителей близлежащих домов.
  4. Его застенчивость мешала ему заводить новых друзей.
  5. Восторженная похвала критиков порадовала художника.

Translation to English

  1. The dissolution of the company was due to financial mismanagement.
  2. The company's operations were legitimate and followed all regulations.
  3. The effluvium from the factory was causing health problems for the nearby residents.
  4. His shyness was an inhibition to making new friends.
  5. The effusive praise from the critics made the artist's day.

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Etymology

dissolution: The word "dissolution" comes from the Latin word "dissolutio," meaning "a loosening or unbinding." It refers to the act of breaking apart or disintegrating, often in the sense of a formal or legal termination

legitimate: The word "legitimate" comes from the Latin word "legitimus," meaning "lawful" or "according to the law." It refers to something that is valid, acceptable, or authorized, often in the sense of being legal or rightful

effluvium: The word "effluvium" comes from the Latin word "effluere," meaning "to flow out." It refers to a noxious or unpleasant odor or vapor, often in the sense of being emitted from something decaying or putrid

inhibition: The word "inhibition" comes from the Latin word "inhibitio," meaning "a holding back." It refers to a mental or emotional restraint or limitation, often in the sense of preventing someone from expressing themselves or acting freely

effusive: The word "effusive" comes from the Latin word "effusus," meaning "poured out." It refers to someone or something that is excessively or extravagantly demonstrative or emotional


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