Lesson 47

to conceal or disguise one's true feelings, intentions, or thoughts behind a false appearance or behavior

The poker player tried to dissimulate his excitement when he saw his winning hand.

to make one feel extremely excited, pleased, and delighted

The thrilling roller coaster ride exhilarated the riders, leaving them with a rush of excitement.

to specify that something needs to be done or how it should be done, especially as part of an agreement

The contract stipulates that the payment must be made within 30 days of the invoice date.

eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth

to bring ideas, texts, things, etc. together and create something new

The writer decided to conflate elements from different myths to create a unique fantasy novel.

appropriate (as property entrusted to one's care) fraudulently to one's own use

to strongly and harshly criticize someone or something

The manager castigated the employee for consistently failing to meet deadlines.

to clarify and make something clear

During the lecture, the professor elucidated the intricate details of the scientific theory.

to make something become much worse or more intense

Ignoring the initial signs of conflict can escalate the situation.

to make someone feel annoyed, anxious, or angry

The constant noise from the construction site agitated the residents.

describe roughly or briefly or give the main points or summary of

to move through something, typically overcoming resistance

The bullet was designed to penetrate armor for increased effectiveness.

strip the leaves or branches from

to give more information to make the understanding more complete

The author elaborated on the historical context to provide readers with a deeper understanding of the events.

to lessen something's seriousness, severity, or painfulness

Planting more trees can mitigate the impact of climate change.

to surrender after negotiation or when facing overwhelming pressure

The army finally capitulated after weeks of intense fighting.

to enhance health and energy

A brisk walk in the fresh air can invigorate both the body and mind.

to connect or join multiple items, events, or ideas so that they form a continuous sequence

The filmmaker concatenated short clips to create a single documentary.