Learn these words: permanence, annals, potion, fuse, deferential (SAT/GRE & literary language)

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Pronunciation

permanence /ˈpɝːmənəns/annals /ˈænl̩z/potion /ˈpoʊʃn̩/fuse /ˈfjuːz/deferential /ˌdefəˈrentʃl̩/

Example Sentences

  1. The artist used materials that would ensure the permanence of the artwork for generations to come.
  2. The annals of history are filled with stories of great triumphs and tragedies.
  3. The witch brewed a potion that would grant the drinker eternal youth.
  4. The fuse blew, causing the lights to go out and the room to go dark.
  5. The employee was deferential to their boss, always showing respect and deference.

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  • permanence (durability, stability) - the state or quality of lasting or remaining unchanged indefinitely.
    =>[permanence of death, permanence of change, permanence of truth]
    - impermanence, transience
  • annals (records, chronicles) - a record of events year by year; historical records.
    =>[annals of history, annals of a company, annals of a family]
    - oblivion, forgetfulness
  • potion (elixir, brew) - a liquid with healing, magical, or poisonous properties.
    =>[magic potion, love potion, healing potion]
    - antidote, cure
  • fuse (blend, merge) - to join or blend to form a single entity.
    =>[fuse box, fuse wire, fuse lighter]
    - detach, separate
  • deferential (respectful, obedient) - showing deference; respectful.
    =>[deferential attitude, deferential tone of voice, deferential behavior]
    - domineering, controlling

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Original Sentences

  1. The artist used materials that would ensure the permanence of the artwork for generations to come.
  2. The annals of history are filled with stories of great triumphs and tragedies.
  3. The witch brewed a potion that would grant the drinker eternal youth.
  4. The fuse blew, causing the lights to go out and the room to go dark.
  5. The employee was deferential to their boss, always showing respect and deference.

Translation to Spanish

  1. El artista utilizó materiales que asegurarían la permanencia de la obra de arte para las generaciones venideras.
  2. Los anales de la historia están llenos de relatos de grandes triunfos y tragedias.
  3. La bruja preparó una poción que otorgaría a quien la bebiera la eterna juventud.
  4. El fusible se fundió, lo que provocó que las luces se apagaran y la habitación quedara a oscuras.
  5. El empleado fue deferente con su jefe, mostrando siempre respeto y deferencia.

Translation to French

  1. L'artiste a utilisé des matériaux qui assureraient la permanence de l'œuvre pour les générations à venir.
  2. Les annales de l’histoire regorgent d’histoires de grands triomphes et de tragédies.
  3. La sorcière a concocté une potion qui accorderait au buveur une jeunesse éternelle.
  4. Le fusible a sauté, provoquant l’extinction des lumières et l’obscurité de la pièce.
  5. L'employé était déférent envers son patron, faisant toujours preuve de respect et de déférence.

Translation to Portuguese

  1. O artista utilizou materiais que garantiriam a permanência da obra nas gerações futuras.
  2. Os anais da história estão repletos de histórias de grandes triunfos e tragédias.
  3. A bruxa preparou uma poção que daria ao bebedor a juventude eterna.
  4. O fusível queimou, fazendo com que as luzes se apagassem e a sala ficasse escura.
  5. O funcionário era respeitoso com o chefe, sempre demonstrando respeito e deferência.

Translation to Italian

  1. L'artista ha utilizzato materiali che garantissero la permanenza dell'opera d'arte per le generazioni a venire.
  2. Gli annali della storia sono pieni di storie di grandi trionfi e tragedie.
  3. La strega preparò una pozione che avrebbe concesso a chi la beveva l'eterna giovinezza.
  4. Il fusibile è saltato, spegnendo le luci e oscurando la stanza.
  5. Il dipendente era deferente nei confronti del capo, mostrando sempre rispetto e deferenza.

Translation to German

  1. Der Künstler verwendete Materialien, die die Beständigkeit des Kunstwerks für kommende Generationen gewährleisten würden.
  2. Die Annalen der Geschichte sind voller Geschichten großer Triumphe und Tragödien.
  3. Die Hexe braute einen Trank, der dem Trinker ewige Jugend schenken sollte.
  4. Die Sicherung ist durchgebrannt, wodurch das Licht ausging und der Raum dunkel wurde.
  5. Der Mitarbeiter war seinem Chef gegenüber respektvoll und zeigte stets Respekt und Ehrerbietung.

Translation to Russian

  1. Художник использовал материалы, которые обеспечат долговечность произведений искусства для будущих поколений.
  2. Анналы истории наполнены рассказами о великих триумфах и трагедиях.
  3. Ведьма сварила зелье, которое даровало выпившему вечную молодость.
  4. Перегорел предохранитель, в результате чего свет погас, и в комнате стало темно.
  5. Сотрудник почтительно относился к своему начальнику, всегда проявляя уважение и почтение.

Translation to English

  1. The artist used materials that would ensure the permanence of the artwork for generations to come.
  2. The annals of history are filled with stories of great triumphs and tragedies.
  3. The witch brewed a potion that would grant the drinker eternal youth.
  4. The fuse blew, causing the lights to go out and the room to go dark.
  5. The employee was deferential to their boss, always showing respect and deference.

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Etymology

permanence: The word "permanence" comes from the Latin word "permanere," meaning "to remain." It refers to a state of lasting or enduring, often in the sense of being used to describe a quality or characteristic that is unchanging or constant

annals: The word "annals" comes from the Latin word "annales," meaning "chronicles." It refers to a historical record or account of events, often in the sense of being used to describe a written history or chronicle

potion: The word "potion" comes from the Latin word "potio," meaning "drink." It refers to a liquid or mixture that is intended to have medicinal or magical properties, often in the sense of being used to describe a concoction or elixir

fuse: The word "fuse" comes from the Latin word "fusus," meaning "spindle." It refers to a device that is used to prevent an electrical circuit from overloading or short-circuiting, often in the sense of being used to describe a safety mechanism or protective device

deferential: The word "deferential" comes from the Latin word "deferre," meaning "to carry away, defer." It refers to a respectful or submissive attitude, often in the sense of being used to describe a person who shows deference or respect to someone else


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