Learn these words: elliptical, outdo, imprudent, flatter, blaze (SAT/GRE & literary language)

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Pronunciation

elliptical /əˈlɪptɪkl̩/outdo /ˌɑːwtˈduː/imprudent /ˌɪmˈpruːdənt/flatter /ˈflætər/blaze /ˈbleɪz/

Example Sentences

  1. The elliptical machine was a great way to get a cardio workout.
  2. The athlete was determined to outdo his previous record.
  3. The imprudent decision to invest in the stock market led to financial ruin.
  4. The salesman tried to flatter the customer to make the sale.
  5. The fire started to blaze brightly, illuminating the dark night.

Word (synonyms)- Definition/s =>[Collocations] - Antonyms

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  • elliptical (oval, round) - using or involving ellipsis, especially so as to be difficult to understand.
    =>[elliptical orbit, elliptical shape, elliptical expression]
    - circular, direct
  • outdo (surpass, exceed) - to be better than or superior to in action or performance.
    =>[outdo oneself, outdo one's competitors, outdo one's expectations]
    - be outdone, fall short
  • imprudent (unwise, reckless) - not showing care for the consequences of an action; rash.
    =>[imprudent decision, imprudent risk, imprudent behavior]
    - prudent, wise
  • flatter (praise, compliment) - to praise excessively or insincerely.
    =>[flatter someone's ego, flatter someone's appearance, flatter someone's abilities]
    - criticize, disparage
  • blaze (fire, flame) - a bright flame or fire.
    =>[blaze a trail, blaze a new path, blaze through a task]
    - extinguish, douse

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Original Sentences

  1. The elliptical machine was a great way to get a cardio workout.
  2. The athlete was determined to outdo his previous record.
  3. The imprudent decision to invest in the stock market led to financial ruin.
  4. The salesman tried to flatter the customer to make the sale.
  5. The fire started to blaze brightly, illuminating the dark night.

Translation to Spanish

  1. La máquina elíptica fue una excelente manera de hacer ejercicio cardiovascular.
  2. El deportista estaba decidido a superar su récord anterior.
  3. La decisión imprudente de invertir en la bolsa de valores provocó la ruina financiera.
  4. El vendedor intentó halagar al cliente para que realizara la venta.
  5. El fuego comenzó a arder intensamente, iluminando la noche oscura.

Translation to French

  1. La machine elliptique était un excellent moyen de faire un entraînement cardio.
  2. L'athlète était déterminé à surpasser son précédent record.
  3. La décision imprudente d’investir en bourse a conduit à la ruine financière.
  4. Le vendeur a essayé de flatter le client pour qu'il réalise la vente.
  5. Le feu commença à flamber vivement, illuminant la nuit noire.

Translation to Portuguese

  1. A máquina elíptica foi uma ótima maneira de fazer exercícios aeróbicos.
  2. O atleta estava determinado a superar o recorde anterior.
  3. A decisão imprudente de investir na bolsa levou à ruína financeira.
  4. O vendedor tentou bajular o cliente para realizar a venda.
  5. O fogo começou a arder intensamente, iluminando a noite escura.

Translation to Italian

  1. La macchina ellittica era un ottimo modo per fare un allenamento cardio.
  2. L'atleta era determinato a superare il suo record precedente.
  3. La decisione imprudente di investire in borsa portò alla rovina finanziaria.
  4. Il venditore ha cercato di adulare il cliente per concludere la vendita.
  5. Il fuoco cominciò a divampare intensamente, illuminando la notte buia.

Translation to German

  1. Der Crosstrainer war eine großartige Möglichkeit, ein Cardio-Training zu absolvieren.
  2. Der Athlet war fest entschlossen, seinen bisherigen Rekord zu übertreffen.
  3. Die unvorsichtige Entscheidung, an der Börse zu investieren, führte zum finanziellen Ruin.
  4. Der Verkäufer versuchte, dem Kunden zu schmeicheln, um den Verkauf abzuschließen.
  5. Das Feuer begann hell zu lodern und erhellte die dunkle Nacht.

Translation to Russian

  1. Эллиптический тренажер был отличным способом кардиотренировки.
  2. Спортсмен был полон решимости побить свой предыдущий рекорд.
  3. Неосмотрительное решение инвестировать в фондовый рынок привело к финансовому краху.
  4. Продавец пытался льстить покупателю, чтобы тот совершил продажу.
  5. Огонь начал ярко полыхать, освещая темную ночь.

Translation to English

  1. The elliptical machine was a great way to get a cardio workout.
  2. The athlete was determined to outdo his previous record.
  3. The imprudent decision to invest in the stock market led to financial ruin.
  4. The salesman tried to flatter the customer to make the sale.
  5. The fire started to blaze brightly, illuminating the dark night.

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Etymology

elliptical: The word "elliptical" comes from the Greek word "elleipsis," meaning "omission." It refers to something that is elliptical or oval in shape, often in the sense of being used to describe a geometric figure or astronomical orbit. It can also refer to a style of writing or speaking that is concise or indirect, often in the sense of being used to describe a sentence or phrase that omits certain words or information

outdo: The word "outdo" comes from the Old English word "utian," meaning "to surpass." It refers to the act of exceeding or surpassing someone or something, often in the sense of being used to describe a competition or challenge

imprudent: The word "imprudent" comes from the Latin word "imprudens," meaning "not foreseeing." It refers to someone who is unwise or lacking in judgment, often in the sense of being used to describe a person who acts without thinking or considering the consequences

flatter: The word "flatter" comes from the Old French word "flater," meaning "to stroke or caress." It refers to the act of praising or complimenting someone in order to gain favor or advantage, often in the sense of being used to describe insincere or excessive praise

blaze: The word "blaze" comes from the Middle English word "blasen," meaning "to blow." It refers to a bright or intense flame or light, often in the sense of being used to describe a fire or explosion. It can also refer to a trail or mark that is used to guide or indicate a path


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