Learn these words: sampling, proponent, opponent, stature, arrest (SAT/GRE & literary language)

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Pronunciation

sampling /ˈsæmpl̩ɪŋ/proponent /prəˈpoʊnənt/opponent /əˈpoʊnənt/stature /ˈstætʃər/arrest /əˈrest/

Example Sentences

  1. The chef offered a sampling of different dishes for the guests to try.
  2. The scientist was a proponent of renewable energy sources.
  3. The boxer's opponent was a formidable opponent, but he managed to win the fight.
  4. The CEO's stature in the business world was well-known and respected.
  5. The police made an arrest in connection with the robbery.

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

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  • sampling (sample, selection) - the action or process of taking a sample of something.
    =>[sampling of chocolates, sampling of music, sampling of opinions]
    - thorough examination, comprehensive analysis
  • proponent (advocate, supporter) - a person who advocates a theory, proposal, or project.
    =>[proponent of a new theory, proponent of a new law, proponent of a new idea]
    - opponent, adversary
  • opponent (adversary, rival) - a person who opposes or competes with another in a contest, game, or argument.
    =>[opponent in a debate, opponent in a competition, opponent in a game]
    - ally, supporter
  • stature (height, status) - a person's natural height.
    =>[stature of a leader, stature of an athlete, stature of a building]
    - shortcoming, inadequacy
  • arrest (detain, apprehend) - to seize (someone) by legal authority and take into custody.
    =>[arrest of a suspect, arrest of a criminal, arrest of a development]
    - release, set free

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Original Sentences

  1. The chef offered a sampling of different dishes for the guests to try.
  2. The scientist was a proponent of renewable energy sources.
  3. The boxer's opponent was a formidable opponent, but he managed to win the fight.
  4. The CEO's stature in the business world was well-known and respected.
  5. The police made an arrest in connection with the robbery.

Translation to Spanish

  1. El chef ofreció una muestra de diferentes platos para que los invitados probaran.
  2. El científico era un defensor de las fuentes de energía renovables.
  3. El oponente del boxeador era un oponente formidable, pero logró ganar la pelea.
  4. La estatura del director ejecutivo en el mundo empresarial era bien conocida y respetada.
  5. La policía realizó un arresto en relación con el robo.

Translation to French

  1. Le chef a proposé aux invités un échantillon de différents plats.
  2. Le scientifique était un partisan des sources d’énergie renouvelables.
  3. L'adversaire du boxeur était un adversaire redoutable, mais il a réussi à gagner le combat.
  4. La stature du PDG dans le monde des affaires était connue et respectée.
  5. La police a procédé à une arrestation en lien avec le vol.

Translation to Portuguese

  1. O chef ofereceu uma amostra de diferentes pratos para os convidados experimentarem.
  2. O cientista era um defensor das fontes de energia renováveis.
  3. O adversário do boxeador era um adversário formidável, mas conseguiu vencer a luta.
  4. A estatura do CEO no mundo dos negócios era bem conhecida e respeitada.
  5. A polícia fez uma prisão em conexão com o roubo.

Translation to Italian

  1. Lo chef ha offerto agli ospiti una degustazione di piatti diversi da provare.
  2. Lo scienziato era un sostenitore delle fonti energetiche rinnovabili.
  3. L'avversario del pugile era un avversario formidabile, ma è riuscito a vincere il combattimento.
  4. La statura dell'amministratore delegato nel mondo degli affari era ben nota e rispettata.
  5. La polizia ha effettuato un arresto in relazione alla rapina.

Translation to German

  1. Der Küchenchef bot den Gästen eine Auswahl verschiedener Gerichte zum Probieren an.
  2. Der Wissenschaftler war ein Befürworter erneuerbarer Energiequellen.
  3. Der Gegner des Boxers war ein gewaltiger Gegner, aber er schaffte es, den Kampf zu gewinnen.
  4. Das Ansehen des CEO war in der Geschäftswelt bekannt und respektiert.
  5. Im Zusammenhang mit dem Raub nahm die Polizei eine Festnahme vor.

Translation to Russian

  1. Шеф-повар предложил гостям попробовать различные блюда.
  2. Ученый был сторонником возобновляемых источников энергии.
  3. Соперником боксера был грозный соперник, но ему удалось выиграть бой.
  4. Статус генерального директора в деловом мире был хорошо известен и уважаем.
  5. Полиция произвела арест в связи с ограблением.

Translation to English

  1. The chef offered a sampling of different dishes for the guests to try.
  2. The scientist was a proponent of renewable energy sources.
  3. The boxer's opponent was a formidable opponent, but he managed to win the fight.
  4. The CEO's stature in the business world was well-known and respected.
  5. The police made an arrest in connection with the robbery.

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Etymology

sampling: The word "sampling" comes from the Middle English word "sampler," meaning "a piece of embroidery." It refers to the act of selecting or testing a small portion of something in order to make a larger judgment or analysis, often in the sense of being used for statistical or musical purposes

proponent: The word "proponent" comes from the Latin word "proponere," meaning "to propose." It refers to someone who supports or advocates for a particular idea or cause, often in the sense of being used to describe a spokesperson or champion

opponent: The word "opponent" comes from the Latin word "opponere," meaning "to oppose." It refers to someone who is against or in conflict with a particular idea or cause, often in the sense of being used to describe a rival or adversary

stature: The word "stature" comes from the Latin word "statura," meaning "height." It refers to someone's height or physical size, often in the sense of being used to describe a person's social or professional standing

arrest: The word "arrest" comes from the Old French word "arester," meaning "to stop." It refers to the act of detaining or stopping someone, often in the sense of being used for law enforcement or criminal justice purposes


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