Lesson 3

the technique of representing a two-dimensional object in a way that gives the right impression of distance by drawing objects and people that are farther in a smaller size

The artist used perspective to make the road appear to stretch into the distance.

quick to understand and judge people, things, and situations accurately

The detective's perspicacious eyes noticed a small detail that led to the solution of the mysterious case.

the skill to understand and handle complex situations with clear understanding and cleverness

Sarah's perspicacity was like having a business sixth sense; she could spot a golden opportunity from miles away.

(of speaking or writing) explained clearly without any confusions

The teacher's perspicuous explanation made the complex math concept easy for the students to grasp.

to reveal information that was kept secret to someone

Despite the pressure, he refused to divulge the password to his personal account.

the action of revealing secret information to others

The journalist faced ethical dilemmas when considering the divulgence of sensitive information.

to thoroughly examine one's own thoughts, feelings, etc.

The artist used his work as a way to introspect and express his emotions.

(psychology) a person who is preoccupied with their own thoughts and feelings rather than the external world

She is introvert and loves reading.

belonging to something or someone's character and nature

The intrinsic sweetness of the ripe fruit made it delicious without any added sugar.

acceptable by the law or any authority

The contract is only valid if both parties sign it.

to confirm or prove the accuracy, authencity, or effectiveness of something

Rigorous testing and positive user feedback validated the reliability of the mobile app.

to make something, particularly something unpleasant or unsatisfactory, better or more bearable

Planting more trees can ameliorate air quality in urban areas.

the improvement of a bad situation or condition

The new policies led to the amelioration of working conditions, boosting employee morale.

to separate one thing from another

After parking, ensure to disengage the handbrake before driving.

to carefully free something from knots or twists

The fisherman skillfully disentangled the fishing line caught in a clump of seaweed.

to disadvantage or harm someone or something by hindering their progress

The new policies disfavored small businesses, making it difficult for them to compete with larger corporations.

to seriously damage the way something looks, especially a person's body or face

The accident disfigured her face, leaving visible scars.

based on reasonable and practical considerations rather than theory

In the face of budget constraints, the manager took a pragmatic approach, prioritizing cost-effective solutions.

someone who follows a practical approach to problem-solving and is primarily concerned with the effectiveness and outcomes of their actions

As a pragmatist, she approached the project with a focus on practical solutions that could be implemented efficiently.

a philosophical movement that emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, emphasizing the practical consequences and real-world effectiveness of beliefs, theories, and actions

Philosophical pragmatism, as advocated by thinkers like William James, emphasizes the practical consequences of ideas and beliefs rather than their abstract or theoretical foundations.