Learn these words: lassitude, aboriginal, optimist, bylaw, monopolize (SAT/GRE & literary language)

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lassitude /ˈlæsɪtjuːd/aboriginal /ˌæbəˈrɪdʒn̩əl/optimist /ˈɑːptəˌmɪst/bylaw /ˈbaɪˌlɒ/monopolize /məˈnɑːpəˌlaɪz/

Example Sentences

  1. After a long day at work, I felt a sense of lassitude.
  2. The aboriginal people of Australia have a rich cultural heritage.
  3. Despite the challenges, the optimist remained hopeful for the future.
  4. The neighborhood association passed a bylaw prohibiting loud music after 10 pm.
  5. The company tried to monopolize the market by buying out its competitors.

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

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  • lassitude (weariness, fatigue) - a state of physical or mental weariness; lack of energy.
    =>[lassitude of old age, lassitude of depression, lassitude of boredom]
    - energy, enthusiasm
  • aboriginal (native, indigenous) - inhabiting or existing in a land from the earliest times or from before the arrival of colonists; indigenous.
    =>[aboriginal culture, aboriginal language, aboriginal art]
    - non-aboriginal, foreign
  • optimist (idealist, positive thinker) - a person who tends to be hopeful and confident about the future or the success of something.
    =>[optimist outlook, optimist personality, optimist perspective]
    - pessimist, cynic
  • bylaw (regulation, rule) - a regulation made by a local authority or corporation.
    =>[bylaw of a city, bylaw of a company, bylaw of an organization]
    - main law, fundamental rule
  • monopolize (dominate, control) - to have exclusive possession or control of (a trade or commodity).
    =>[monopolize a market, monopolize power, monopolize attention]
    - share, distribute

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Original Sentences

  1. After a long day at work, I felt a sense of lassitude.
  2. The aboriginal people of Australia have a rich cultural heritage.
  3. Despite the challenges, the optimist remained hopeful for the future.
  4. The neighborhood association passed a bylaw prohibiting loud music after 10 pm.
  5. The company tried to monopolize the market by buying out its competitors.

Translation to Spanish

  1. Después de un largo día de trabajo, sentí una sensación de cansancio.
  2. Los aborígenes de Australia tienen un rico patrimonio cultural.
  3. A pesar de los desafíos, el optimista mantuvo la esperanza en el futuro.
  4. La asociación de vecinos aprobó un reglamento que prohíbe la música alta después de las 22.00 horas.
  5. La empresa intentó monopolizar el mercado comprando la participación de sus competidores.

Translation to French

  1. Après une longue journée de travail, j'ai ressenti un sentiment de lassitude.
  2. Les aborigènes d'Australie possèdent un riche héritage culturel.
  3. Malgré les défis, l’optimiste garde espoir en l’avenir.
  4. L'association du quartier a adopté un règlement interdisant la musique forte après 22 heures.
  5. L'entreprise a tenté de monopoliser le marché en rachetant ses concurrents.

Translation to Portuguese

  1. Depois de um longo dia de trabalho, senti uma sensação de lassidão.
  2. O povo aborígine da Austrália tem um rico patrimônio cultural.
  3. Apesar dos desafios, o otimista permaneceu esperançoso com relação ao futuro.
  4. A associação de moradores do bairro aprovou uma lei que proíbe música alta após as 22 horas.
  5. A empresa tentou monopolizar o mercado comprando seus concorrentes.

Translation to Italian

  1. Dopo una lunga giornata di lavoro, ho provato un senso di spossatezza.
  2. Gli aborigeni australiani hanno un ricco patrimonio culturale.
  3. Nonostante le sfide, l'ottimista rimane fiducioso per il futuro.
  4. L'associazione di quartiere ha approvato un regolamento che vieta la musica ad alto volume dopo le 22.00.
  5. L'azienda ha cercato di monopolizzare il mercato acquistando i suoi concorrenti.

Translation to German

  1. Nach einem langen Arbeitstag verspürte ich ein Gefühl der Mattigkeit.
  2. Die Ureinwohner Australiens verfügen über ein reiches kulturelles Erbe.
  3. Trotz der Herausforderungen blieb der Optimist hoffnungsvoll für die Zukunft.
  4. Der Nachbarschaftsverein hat eine Satzung erlassen, die laute Musik nach 22 Uhr verbietet.
  5. Das Unternehmen versuchte, den Markt zu monopolisieren, indem es seine Konkurrenten aufkaufte.

Translation to Russian

  1. После долгого рабочего дня я почувствовал усталость.
  2. Коренные жители Австралии имеют богатое культурное наследие.
  3. Несмотря на трудности, оптимист сохранял надежду на будущее.
  4. Районная ассоциация приняла постановление, запрещающее громкую музыку после 22:00.
  5. Компания пыталась монополизировать рынок, выкупая конкурентов.

Translation to English

  1. After a long day at work, I felt a sense of lassitude.
  2. The aboriginal people of Australia have a rich cultural heritage.
  3. Despite the challenges, the optimist remained hopeful for the future.
  4. The neighborhood association passed a bylaw prohibiting loud music after 10 pm.
  5. The company tried to monopolize the market by buying out its competitors.

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Etymology

lassitude: The word "lassitude" comes from the Latin word "lassus," meaning "weary." It refers to a feeling of weariness or fatigue, often in the sense of being used to describe a process of exhaustion or lethargy.

aboriginal: The word "aboriginal" comes from the Latin word "aborigines," meaning "the original inhabitants." It refers to a person or thing that is native or indigenous, often in the sense of being used to describe a process of origin or ancestry.

optimist: The word "optimist" comes from the Latin word "optimus," meaning "best." It refers to a person who has a positive or hopeful outlook, often in the sense of being used to describe a process of optimism or confidence.

bylaw: The word "bylaw" comes from the Old Norse word "bi," meaning "town," and "lag," meaning "law." It refers to a rule or regulation that is made by a local authority, often in the sense of being used to describe a process of governance or administration.

monopolize: The word "monopolize" comes from the Greek words "monos," meaning "alone," and "polein," meaning "to sell." It refers to the act of controlling or dominating something, often in the sense of being used to describe a process of monopoly or exclusivity.


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