Unit 2 - 2A

something given to someone as a sign of appreciation or on a special occasion

She received a beautiful bouquet of flowers as a birthday present.

able to be grasped mentally without difficulty

His explanation of the concept was clear and understandable to everyone in the class.

a subject of significance or interest to someone or something

Environmental issues are a major concern for many people.

worth noticing, especially because of being unusual or extraordinary

Her remarkable talent for painting captured the attention of art enthusiasts worldwide.

suitable or appropriate for the situation

Wearing formal attire is proper for a business meeting.

a well-known and highly respected piece of writing, music, or movie that is considered valuable and of high quality

The book is regarded as a classic in English literature.

to cause someone difficulty or hardship, particularly financial struggles or emotional turmoil

The sudden loss of his job distressed him greatly, as he struggled to pay his bills.

to contain or include something as a necessary part

Any investment involves an element of risk.

to capture someone's interest or curiosity

The exotic animals at the zoo fascinate the children, sparking their curiosity.

able to be seen with the eyes

The stars were visible in the clear night sky, shining brightly.

to take something from someone or somewhere without permission or paying for it

She steals cookies from the jar when no one is looking.

having a great distance from the surface to the bottom

The ocean is incredibly deep, with some parts reaching depths of over 36,000 feet.

to overpower someone or something emotionally or mentally, leaving them unable to respond effectively

The news of her promotion overwhelmed her with joy.

able to be imagined or believed to exist

Despite the challenges ahead, a solution was imaginable with enough creativity and ingenuity.

(of a person) having an obligation to do something or to take care of someone or something as part of one's job or role

As the team leader, he is responsible for assigning tasks and ensuring deadlines are met.

different or better than what is normal

That song holds a special place in her heart.

extremely great in extent, size, or area

The explorers marveled at the vast desert stretching endlessly before them.

in a state of mental numbness especially as resulting from shock

very upset and overwhelmed with strong emotions like sadness, worry, or despair

After losing her beloved pet, she was absolutely distraught and couldn't stop crying.

to puzzle or challenge someone, typically by presenting a question or problem that is difficult to answer or solve

The tricky riddle stumped the participants at the puzzle competition.

to confuse someone, leaving them uncertain

The sudden disappearance of the treasure bewildered the explorers.

to make someone feel nervous or uncomfortable, often by surprising or overwhelming them

The unexpected question from her professor flustered the student and she struggled to articulate her answer.

to cause someone to lose their sense of direction, leading to confusion or a feeling of being lost

The sudden change in the landscape disoriented the hiker, and he struggled to find the trail.

to muddle someone's thinking, making it difficult to concentrate or reason

The complex instructions completely befuddles me.

to confuse someone by making something difficult to understand or explain

The complex instructions on the assembly manual baffled the new employees.