Learn these words: distillation, tranquilize, catastrophic, sidelong, magnificent (SAT/GRE & literary language)

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Pronunciation

distillation /ˌdɪstəˈleɪʃn̩/tranquilize /ˈtræŋkwəˌlaɪz/catastrophic /ˌkætəˈstrɑːfɪk/sidelong /ˈsaɪdlɒŋ/magnificent /mægˈnɪfəsənt/

Example Sentences

  1. The process of distillation is used to purify liquids by separating their components.
  2. The veterinarian had to tranquilize the wild animal before treating its injuries.
  3. The earthquake had a catastrophic impact on the city, causing widespread destruction and loss of life.
  4. She gave him a sidelong glance, unsure if she could trust him.
  5. The view from the top of the mountain was absolutely magnificent.

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  • distillation (purification, extraction) - the action of purifying a liquid by a process of heating and cooling.
    =>[distillation of information, distillation of ideas, distillation of a complex issue]
    - dilution, expansion
  • tranquilize (calm, soothe) - to make (someone) tranquil or calm; to sedate.
    =>[tranquilize an animal, tranquilize a patient, tranquilize a situation]
    - agitate, excite
  • catastrophic (disastrous, devastating) - involving or causing sudden great damage or suffering.
    =>[catastrophic earthquake, catastrophic flood, catastrophic hurricane]
    - beneficial, positive
  • sidelong (sideways, oblique) - directed to one side; sideways.
    =>[sidelong glance, sidelong look, sidelong smile]
    - direct, straight
  • magnificent (splendid, impressive) - impressively beautiful, elaborate, or extravagant; outstandingly good.
    =>[magnificent view, magnificent building, magnificent creature]
    - plain, ordinary

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Original Sentences

  1. The process of distillation is used to purify liquids by separating their components.
  2. The veterinarian had to tranquilize the wild animal before treating its injuries.
  3. The earthquake had a catastrophic impact on the city, causing widespread destruction and loss of life.
  4. She gave him a sidelong glance, unsure if she could trust him.
  5. The view from the top of the mountain was absolutely magnificent.

Translation to Spanish

  1. El proceso de destilación se utiliza para purificar líquidos separando sus componentes.
  2. El veterinario tuvo que tranquilizar al animal salvaje antes de tratar sus heridas.
  3. El terremoto tuvo un impacto catastrófico en la ciudad, provocando una destrucción generalizada y pérdida de vidas.
  4. Ella lo miró de reojo, sin estar segura de poder confiar en él.
  5. La vista desde la cima de la montaña era absolutamente magnífica.

Translation to French

  1. Le processus de distillation est utilisé pour purifier les liquides en séparant leurs composants.
  2. Le vétérinaire a dû tranquilliser l'animal sauvage avant de soigner ses blessures.
  3. Le tremblement de terre a eu un impact catastrophique sur la ville, provoquant d'importantes destructions et des pertes en vies humaines.
  4. Elle lui lança un regard de côté, ne sachant pas si elle pouvait lui faire confiance.
  5. La vue depuis le sommet de la montagne était absolument magnifique.

Translation to Portuguese

  1. O processo de destilação é utilizado para purificar líquidos separando seus componentes.
  2. O veterinário teve que tranquilizar o animal selvagem antes de tratar seus ferimentos.
  3. O terremoto teve um impacto catastrófico na cidade, causando destruição generalizada e perda de vidas.
  4. Ela lançou-lhe um olhar de soslaio, sem saber se podia confiar nele.
  5. A vista do topo da montanha era absolutamente magnífica.

Translation to Italian

  1. Il processo di distillazione viene utilizzato per purificare i liquidi separando i loro componenti.
  2. Il veterinario ha dovuto tranquillizzare l'animale selvatico prima di curarne le ferite.
  3. Il terremoto ha avuto un impatto catastrofico sulla città, causando distruzione diffusa e perdita di vite umane.
  4. Gli lanciò uno sguardo di traverso, incerta se poteva fidarsi di lui.
  5. La vista dalla cima della montagna era assolutamente magnifica.

Translation to German

  1. Der Destillationsprozess dient der Reinigung von Flüssigkeiten durch Trennung ihrer Bestandteile.
  2. Der Tierarzt musste das Wildtier beruhigen, bevor er seine Verletzungen behandeln konnte.
  3. Das Erdbeben hatte katastrophale Auswirkungen auf die Stadt und verursachte weitreichende Zerstörungen und den Verlust von Menschenleben.
  4. Sie warf ihm einen Seitenblick zu, unsicher, ob sie ihm vertrauen konnte.
  5. Die Aussicht vom Gipfel des Berges war absolut großartig.

Translation to Russian

  1. Процесс дистилляции используется для очистки жидкостей путем разделения их компонентов.
  2. Прежде чем лечить травмы, ветеринару пришлось дать дикому животному транквилизатор.
  3. Землетрясение оказало катастрофическое воздействие на город, вызвав масштабные разрушения и человеческие жертвы.
  4. Она искоса взглянула на него, неуверенная, может ли она ему доверять.
  5. Вид с вершины горы был просто великолепен.

Translation to English

  1. The process of distillation is used to purify liquids by separating their components.
  2. The veterinarian had to tranquilize the wild animal before treating its injuries.
  3. The earthquake had a catastrophic impact on the city, causing widespread destruction and loss of life.
  4. She gave him a sidelong glance, unsure if she could trust him.
  5. The view from the top of the mountain was absolutely magnificent.

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Etymology

distillation: The word "distillation" comes from the Latin word "distillare," meaning "to drip." It refers to the process of purifying or concentrating a substance by heating and cooling, often in the sense of being used to describe a method of producing alcohol or other liquids

tranquilize: The word "tranquilize" comes from the Latin word "tranquillus," meaning "calm." It refers to the act of calming or soothing someone or something, often in the sense of being used to describe a medication or treatment that reduces anxiety or agitation

catastrophic: The word "catastrophic" comes from the Greek word "katastrophē," meaning "overturning." It refers to something that is disastrous or catastrophic, often in the sense of being used to describe a major event or crisis that causes widespread damage or destruction

sidelong: The word "sidelong" comes from the English words "side" and "long." It refers to a glance or look that is directed to the side, often in the sense of being used to describe a person who is looking at something without directly facing it

magnificent: The word "magnificent" comes from the Latin word "magnificus," meaning "great." It refers to something that is impressive or grand, often in the sense of being used to describe a person or thing that is awe-inspiring or majestic


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