Learn these words: subvert, meditation, microcosm, orator, lambaste (SAT/GRE & literary language)

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Pronunciation

subvert /sʌbˈvɝːt/meditation /ˌmedəˈteɪʃn̩/microcosm /ˈmaɪkrəˌkɑːzəm/orator /ˈɔːrətər/lambaste /ˌlæmˈbæst/

Example Sentences

  1. The group tried to subvert the government's authority.
  2. I practice meditation to reduce stress and improve my mental health.
  3. The small town was a microcosm of the larger society.
  4. The orator gave an inspiring speech that moved the audience.
  5. The critic lambasted the movie for its poor plot and acting.

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

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  • subvert (undermine, sabotage) - to undermine the power and authority of (an established system or institution).
    =>[subvert expectations, subvert traditions, subvert the government]
    - uphold, support
  • meditation (contemplation, reflection) - the action or practice of meditating.
    =>[meditation on life, meditation on death, meditation on the nature of reality]
    - distraction, confusion
  • microcosm (miniature, small-scale) - a community, place, or situation regarded as encapsulating in miniature the characteristics of something much larger.
    =>[microcosm of society, microcosm of the universe, microcosm of the human mind]
    - macrocosm, universe
  • orator (speaker, rhetorician) - a public speaker, especially one who is eloquent or skilled.
    =>[gifted orator, persuasive orator, fiery orator]
    - stutterer, mumbler
  • lambaste (criticize, berate) - to criticize (someone or something) harshly.
    =>[lambaste a politician, lambaste a policy, lambaste a new movie]
    - praise, laud

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Original Sentences

  1. The group tried to subvert the government's authority.
  2. I practice meditation to reduce stress and improve my mental health.
  3. The small town was a microcosm of the larger society.
  4. The orator gave an inspiring speech that moved the audience.
  5. The critic lambasted the movie for its poor plot and acting.

Translation to Spanish

  1. El grupo intentó subvertir la autoridad del gobierno.
  2. Practico la meditación para reducir el estrés y mejorar mi salud mental.
  3. La pequeña ciudad era un microcosmos de la sociedad en general.
  4. El orador pronunció un discurso inspirador que conmovió a los asistentes.
  5. El crítico criticó la película por su mala trama y actuación.

Translation to French

  1. Le groupe a tenté de renverser l'autorité du gouvernement.
  2. Je pratique la méditation pour réduire le stress et améliorer ma santé mentale.
  3. La petite ville était un microcosme de la société dans son ensemble.
  4. L'orateur a prononcé un discours inspirant qui a ému l'auditoire.
  5. Le critique a fustigé le film pour son intrigue et son jeu d'acteur médiocres.

Translation to Portuguese

  1. O grupo tentou subverter a autoridade do governo.
  2. Pratico meditação para reduzir o estresse e melhorar minha saúde mental.
  3. A pequena cidade era um microcosmo da sociedade mais ampla.
  4. O orador fez um discurso inspirador que emocionou o público.
  5. O crítico criticou o filme por seu enredo e atuação ruins.

Translation to Italian

  1. Il gruppo ha cercato di sovvertire l'autorità del governo.
  2. Pratico la meditazione per ridurre lo stress e migliorare la mia salute mentale.
  3. La piccola città era un microcosmo della società più ampia.
  4. L'oratore ha tenuto un discorso stimolante che ha commosso il pubblico.
  5. Il critico ha criticato il film per la sua trama e recitazione scadenti.

Translation to German

  1. Die Gruppe versuchte, die Autorität der Regierung zu untergraben.
  2. Ich praktiziere Meditation, um Stress abzubauen und meine geistige Gesundheit zu verbessern.
  3. Die Kleinstadt war ein Mikrokosmos der größeren Gesellschaft.
  4. Der Redner hielt eine inspirierende Rede, die das Publikum berührte.
  5. Der Kritiker kritisierte den Film wegen seiner schlechten Handlung und Schauspielerei.

Translation to Russian

  1. Группа пыталась подорвать власть правительства.
  2. Я практикую медитацию, чтобы уменьшить стресс и улучшить свое психическое здоровье.
  3. Маленький городок был микрокосмом более крупного общества.
  4. Оратор произнес вдохновляющую речь, которая тронула аудиторию.
  5. Критик раскритиковал фильм за плохой сюжет и актерскую игру.

Translation to English

  1. The group tried to subvert the government's authority.
  2. I practice meditation to reduce stress and improve my mental health.
  3. The small town was a microcosm of the larger society.
  4. The orator gave an inspiring speech that moved the audience.
  5. The critic lambasted the movie for its poor plot and acting.

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Etymology

subvert: The word "subvert" comes from the Latin word "subvertere," meaning "to overthrow." It refers to the act of undermining or destabilizing something, often in the sense of being used to describe a process of revolution or rebellion

meditation: The word "meditation" comes from the Latin word "meditatio," meaning "contemplation." It refers to a practice of focusing the mind and achieving a state of calm or relaxation, often in the sense of being used to describe a technique of mindfulness or spiritual reflection

microcosm: The word "microcosm" comes from the Greek words "mikros," meaning "small," and "kosmos," meaning "world." It refers to a small or miniature version of something larger, often in the sense of being used to describe a representation or model of a larger system or structure

orator: The word "orator" comes from the Latin word "orator," meaning "speaker." It refers to someone who is skilled at public speaking, often in the sense of being used to describe a person who delivers speeches or lectures

lambaste: The word "lambaste" comes from the Dutch word "lamme," meaning "weak." It refers to the act of criticizing or attacking someone harshly, often in the sense of being used to describe a verbal assault or rebuke


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