Learn these words: ethereal, vivid, impermeable, determinant, exult (SAT/GRE & literary language)

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Pronunciation

ethereal /əˈθɪriəl/vivid /ˈvɪvəd/impermeable /ɪmˈpɝːmɪəbl̩/determinant /dəˈtɝːmənənt/exult /ɪgˈzʌlt/

Example Sentences

  1. The ethereal music created a dreamlike atmosphere in the room.
  2. The colors in the painting were so vivid that they seemed to jump off the canvas.
  3. The raincoat was made of impermeable material and kept the wearer dry.
  4. The determinant factor in the decision was the cost.
  5. The fans exulted in their team's victory.

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  • ethereal (delicate, airy) - extremely delicate and light in a way that seems too perfect for this world.
    =>[ethereal beauty, ethereal voice, ethereal music]
    - earthly, mundane
  • vivid (bright, colorful) - producing powerful feelings or strong, clear images in the mind.
    =>[vivid imagination, vivid memory, vivid description]
    - dull, bland
  • impermeable (waterproof, airtight) - not allowing fluid to pass through.
    =>[impermeable to water, impermeable to ideas, impermeable to criticism]
    - permeable, porous
  • determinant (factor, element) - a factor that decisively affects the nature or outcome of something.
    =>[determinant factor, determinant cause, determinant event]
    - indeterminate, uncertain
  • exult (celebrate, rejoice) - to show or feel elation or jubilation, especially as the result of a success.
    =>[exult in victory, exult in success, exult in happiness]
    - despair, grieve

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Original Sentences

  1. The ethereal music created a dreamlike atmosphere in the room.
  2. The colors in the painting were so vivid that they seemed to jump off the canvas.
  3. The raincoat was made of impermeable material and kept the wearer dry.
  4. The determinant factor in the decision was the cost.
  5. The fans exulted in their team's victory.

Translation to Spanish

  1. La música etérea creó una atmósfera de ensueño en la habitación.
  2. Los colores del cuadro eran tan vivos que parecían saltar del lienzo.
  3. El impermeable estaba hecho de material impermeable y mantenía seco al usuario.
  4. El factor determinante en la decisión fue el coste.
  5. Los aficionados se alegraron por la victoria de su equipo.

Translation to French

  1. La musique éthérée créait une atmosphère onirique dans la pièce.
  2. Les couleurs du tableau étaient si vives qu’elles semblaient sortir de la toile.
  3. L'imperméable était fait d'un matériau imperméable et gardait le porteur au sec.
  4. Le facteur déterminant dans la décision a été le coût.
  5. Les supporters ont exulté de la victoire de leur équipe.

Translation to Portuguese

  1. A música etérea criou uma atmosfera onírica na sala.
  2. As cores da pintura eram tão vivas que pareciam saltar da tela.
  3. A capa de chuva era feita de material impermeável e mantinha o usuário seco.
  4. O fator determinante na decisão foi o custo.
  5. Os torcedores exultaram com a vitória do seu time.

Translation to Italian

  1. La musica eterea creava un'atmosfera da sogno nella stanza.
  2. I colori del dipinto erano così vividi che sembravano saltare fuori dalla tela.
  3. L'impermeabile era realizzato in materiale impermeabile e manteneva asciutto chi lo indossava.
  4. Il fattore determinante nella decisione è stato il costo.
  5. I tifosi hanno esultato per la vittoria della loro squadra.

Translation to German

  1. Die ätherische Musik erzeugte eine traumhafte Atmosphäre im Raum.
  2. Die Farben auf dem Gemälde waren so lebendig, dass es schien, als würden sie von der Leinwand springen.
  3. Der Regenmantel bestand aus undurchlässigem Material und hielt den Träger trocken.
  4. Ausschlaggebend für die Entscheidung waren die Kosten.
  5. Die Fans jubelten über den Sieg ihrer Mannschaft.

Translation to Russian

  1. Неземная музыка создавала в комнате сказочную атмосферу.
  2. Цвета на картине были настолько яркими, что казалось, будто спрыгнули с холста.
  3. Плащ был сделан из непроницаемого материала и сохранял владельца сухим.
  4. Определяющим фактором в решении стала стоимость.
  5. Болельщики радовались победе своей команды.

Translation to English

  1. The ethereal music created a dreamlike atmosphere in the room.
  2. The colors in the painting were so vivid that they seemed to jump off the canvas.
  3. The raincoat was made of impermeable material and kept the wearer dry.
  4. The determinant factor in the decision was the cost.
  5. The fans exulted in their team's victory.

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Etymology

ethereal: The word "ethereal" comes from the Greek word "aither," meaning "upper air" or "sky." It refers to something that is delicate or otherworldly, often in the sense of being used to describe a light or airy quality

vivid: The word "vivid" comes from the Latin word "vividus," meaning "lively" or "animated." It refers to something that is bright or intense, often in the sense of being used to describe a strong or clear impression or memory

impermeable: The word "impermeable" comes from the Latin words "in," meaning "not," and "permeabilis," meaning "passable." It refers to something that cannot be penetrated or passed through, often in the sense of being used to describe a barrier or membrane

determinant: The word "determinant" comes from the Latin word "determinare," meaning "to set limits." It refers to something that determines or influences a particular outcome or result, often in the sense of being used to describe a factor or variable that affects a decision or calculation

exult: The word "exult" comes from the Latin word "exsultare," meaning "to leap up." It refers to the act of rejoicing or celebrating, often in the sense of being used to describe a feeling of triumph or victory


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