Kpds TOEFL Uds Vocabulary

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A ABANDON Vocabulary Item : Abandon (v) Synonym : Give up (v) , leave (v), desert (v), forsake (v) Antonym : Keep, retain, continue, uphold, maintain. Turkish Definition : Terketmek, bırakmak, vazgeçmek. Example sentence 1) : She had abandoned painting. Translation : Resim yapmayı bıraktı. Example sentence 2) : The party abandoned some of its policies. Translation : Parti bazı ilkelerinden vazgeçti. Part of speech : Abandonment (n) abandoned (adj) ABATE Vocabulary Item : Abate (v) Synonym : Diminish, decrease, reduce, lessen, lower Antonym : Intensify, increase, extend, enhance Turkish Definition : Azalmak, dinmek. Example sentence 1) : The storm had abated. Translation : Fırtına dindi. Example sentence 2) : Nothing can abate his energy. Translation : Hiçbir şey onun enerjisini azaltamaz. Part of speech : Abatement (n) ABDUCT Vocabulary Item : Abduct (v) Synonym : kidnap, seize, drag away Antonym : Restore, reinstate. Turkish Definition : Kaçırmak. Example sentence : They abducted the little innocent girl. Translation : Onlar küçük, masum kızı kaçırdılar. Part of speech : Abduction (n), abductor (n) ABHOR Vocabulary Item : Abhor (v) Synonym : Hate, detest, disgust, loathe, dislike. Antonym : Like, enjoy, keen, desire, admire. Turkish Definition : Nefret etmek. Example sentence : He abhors living that small cottage. Translation : O küçük kulübede yaşamaktan nefret ediyor. Part of speech : Abhorrer (n), abhorrence (n), abhorrent (adj) 1

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AABANDON

Vocabulary Item : Abandon (v)Synonym : Give up (v) , leave (v), desert (v), forsake (v)Antonym : Keep, retain, continue, uphold, maintain.Turkish Definition : Terketmek, bırakmak, vazgeçmek.Example sentence 1) : She had abandoned painting.Translation : Resim yapmayı bıraktı.Example sentence 2) : The party abandoned some of its policies.Translation : Parti bazı ilkelerinden vazgeçti.Part of speech : Abandonment (n) abandoned (adj)

ABATE

Vocabulary Item : Abate (v)Synonym : Diminish, decrease, reduce, lessen, lowerAntonym : Intensify, increase, extend, enhanceTurkish Definition : Azalmak, dinmek.Example sentence 1) : The storm had abated.Translation : Fırtına dindi.Example sentence 2) : Nothing can abate his energy.Translation : Hiçbir şey onun enerjisini azaltamaz.Part of speech : Abatement (n)

ABDUCT

Vocabulary Item : Abduct (v)Synonym : kidnap, seize, drag awayAntonym : Restore, reinstate.Turkish Definition : Kaçırmak.Example sentence : They abducted the little innocent girl.Translation : Onlar küçük, masum kızı kaçırdılar.Part of speech : Abduction (n), abductor (n)

ABHOR

Vocabulary Item : Abhor (v)Synonym : Hate, detest, disgust, loathe, dislike.Antonym : Like, enjoy, keen, desire, admire.Turkish Definition : Nefret etmek.Example sentence : He abhors living that small cottage.Translation : O küçük kulübede yaşamaktan nefret ediyor.Part of speech : Abhorrer (n), abhorrence (n), abhorrent (adj)

ABIDE BY

Vocabulary Item : Abide by (v)

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Synonym : Obey, comply with, accept, keep, conform to, stick toAntonym : Reject, refuse, disobey, breakTurkish Definition : Uymak, kabul etmek, bağlı kalmak.Example sentence : You had better abide by the rules.Translation : Kurallara uysan iyi edersin.Part of speech : Abiding (adj), abidingly (adv)

ABILITY

Vocabulary Item : Ability (n)Synonym : Skill, talent, gift, knack, capability, competence.Antonym : Inability, incompetence.Turkish Definition : Yetenek, kabiliyet.Example sentence : She has the ability to play the guitar.Translation : O gitar çalabiliyor, çalabilme yeteneğine sahip.Part of speech : Able (v)

ABOLISH

Vocabulary Item : Abolish (v)Synonym : Put end, eradicate, annul, destroy.Antonym : Maimtain, keep, confirm, promote.Turkish Definition : Ortadan kaldırmak, son vermek.Example sentence : The new government abolished unnecassary regulations.Translation : Yeni hükümet gereksiz düzenlemeleri kaldırdı.Part of speech : Abolishable (adj), abolisher (n), abolishment (n)

ABOUND

Vocabulary Item : Abound (v)Synonym : Be plentiful, be rich; team, multiply, flourish.Antonym : Lessen, decrease, die, decay, fall.Turkish Definition : Bol, dolu, çok olmak.Example sentence : Venice abounds in famous hotels.Translation : Venedik ünlü otellerle doludur.Part of speech : Abundant (adj).

ABRUPT

Vocabulary Item : Abrupt (adj)Synonym : Sudden, unexpected, hasty.Antonym : Foreseen, expected.Turkish Definition : Ani, beklenmeyen.Example sentence : His abrupt reaction surprised us all.Translation : Onun ani tepkisi hepimizi şaşırttı.Part of speech : Abruptly (adv). abruptness (n).

ABSOLUTE

Vocabulary Item : Absolute (adj)Synonym : Certain,definite, utter.Antonym : Partial, qualified, limited, conditional.Turkish Definition : Kesin, mutlak, otoriter.

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Example sentence : A patient needs absolute confidence and trust in a doctor.Translation : Bir hasta doktorda mutlak (kesin) güvene ihtiyaç duyar.Part of speech : Absoluteness (n) absolutization or absolutisation (n)

absolutize or absolutise (v), absolutely (adv)

ABSORB

Vocabulary Item : Absorb (v)Synonym : Take in, suck up (liquid, knowledge), soak up, use up (time).Antonym : Send out, throw off, emit, disperse.Turkish Definition : Emmek, içine çekmek.Example sentence : Plants absorb carbon dioxide.Translation : Bitkiler karbondioksidi emerler.Part of speech : absorbability (n), absorbable (adj) , absorbing (adj). ,absorbedly

(adv), absorber (n) absorbingly (adv)

ABSTAIN FROM

Vocabulary Item : Abstain from (v).Synonym : Refrain from, restrain from , avoid.Antonym : Indulge, yield to, gratify.Turkish Definition : Çekimser kalmak, uzak durmak.Example sentence 1) :The doctor advised him that he abstain from cakes and sweets.Translation : Doktor şeker ve pastalardan uzak durmasını tavsiye etti.Example sentence 2) :The president abstained from mentioning the issue.Translation : Başkan meseleden bahsetmekten kaçındı.Part of speech : abstainer (n)

ABSURD

Vocabulary Item : Absurd (adj)Synonym : Highly unreasonable, illogical, ridiculous, ludicrous.Antonym : Reasonable, logical, sensible, rational.Turkish Definition : Saçma.Example sentence : The belief that the earth is flat is absurd.Translation : Dünyanın düz olduğu inancı saçmadır. Part of speech : Absurdity (n), absurdness (n). absurdly (adv)

ABUNDANT

Vocabulary Item : Abundant (adj) Synonym : Plentiful, in large quantities, abounding, teeming, replete.Antonym : Scarce, insufficient, bare, impoverished.Turkish Definition : Bol, bereketli.Example sentence : Cheap consumer goods are abundant in this area.Translation : Bu bölgede ucuz tüketici malları boldur. Part of speech : Abundantly (adv). abundance (n)

ABUSE

Vocabulary Item : Abuse (v)Synonym : Misuse, harm, maltreat, exploit, malign, damage.Antonym : Protect, cherish, shield, care for, look after.

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Turkish Definition : Kötüye kullanma, suistimal etme, zarar verme.Example sentence : She is continually abusing her authority.Translation : Yetkisini sürekli kötüye kullanıyor. Part of speech : Abuser n.

ACCEDE

Vocabulary Item : Accede (v)Synonym : Assent or agree to, accept, comply, approve.Antonym : Decline, oppose, refuse, reject, dissent.Turkish Definition : Kabul etmek, onaylamak, razı olmak.Example sentence : He acceded to our offer.Translation : Teklifimizi kabul etti.

ACCELERATE

Vocabulary Item : Accelerate (v)Synonym : Increase in rate, amount, extent speed up, go fasterAntonym : Delay, impede, hinder, drag, obstruct.Turkish Definition : Hızlanmak, hızlandırmak.Example sentence : The government is to accelerate its privatisation programme.Translation : Hükümetin özelleştirme programını hızlandırması lazım. Part of speech : Acceleration (n). accelerator (n). accelerative (adj)

ACCEPT

Vocabulary Item : Accept (v)Synonym : Consent to receive, assent, comply, approve.Antonym : Reject, refuse, turn down.Turkish Definition : Kabul etmek.Example sentence : I offered her an apology, yet she wouldn't accept it.Translation : Ondan özürdiledim ancak kabul etmedi.Part of speech : Acceptance (n),acceptant (adj).

: acceptor (also accepter) (n)

ACCESSIBLE

Vocabulary Item : Accessible (adj)Synonym : Reachable, approachable, adequate, satisfactory.Antonym : Unreachable, far, unavaliable, unaccessible.Turkish Definition : Ulaşılabilir, erişilebilir.Example sentence 1) : The president is always accessible to those seeking help.Translation : Başkan yardım arayışında olanlara her zaman açıktır.Example sentence 2) : The problem is that drugs are very accessibleTranslation : Problem şu ki uyuşturuculara kolayca ulaşılabiliyor. Part of speech :Accept(v)accessibility(n).acceptance(n)accessibly(adv)

ACCLAIM

Vocabulary Item : Acclaim (v)Synonym : Praise, extol, commend, congratulate.Antonym : Criticize, denounce, condemn.Turkish Definition : Övmek.Example sentence : Though it was acclaimed, the novel did not sell well.Translation : Övülmesine rağmen kitap iyi satmadı.Part of speech : Acclamation n.

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ACCOMPANY

Vocabulary Item : Accompany (v)Synonym : Go with; escort, attend, follow.Antonym : Abandon, leave, quit, desert.Turkish Definition : Eşlik etmek.Example sentence 1) : Would you like me to accompany you?Translation : Size eşlik etmemi ister misiniz?Example sentence 2) : Depression is always accompanied by insomnia.Translation : Depresyon her zaman uykusuzluğu beraberinde getirir. Part of speech : accomplice (n) accompanying (adj)

ACCOMPLISH

Vocabulary Item : Accomplish (v)Synonym : Achieve, perform, complete, succeed in doing.Antonym : Fail.Turkish Definition : Başarmak.Example sentence : He accomplished the mission in less than five minutes.Translation : Beş dakikadan önce görevini yaptı (başarılı şekilde yerine

getirdi).Part of speech : Accomplished (adj) accomplishment (n)

ACCORDINGLY

Vocabulary Item : Accordingly (adv)Synonym : Appropriately, consequently, therefore, hence.Antonym : Inconsistently, conversely.Turkish Definition : Uygun şekilde, bu nedenle, -e bağlı olarak.Example sentence : She's an expert in her field, and iswell- paid accordingly.Translation : İşinde uzman, buna bağlı olarak da iyi maaş alıyor.Part of speech : Accord (n), accord (v)

ACCOUNT FOR

Vocabulary Item : Account for (v)Synonym : Be responsible for, explain, form.Antonym : Irresponsible for, not explain.Turkish Definition : Oluşturmak, hesap vermek, sorumlu olmak.Example sentence 1) : The accountant has been able to account for every penny of

expense.Translation : Muhasebeci giderin her kuruşunun hesabını verdi.Example sentence 2) : Women account for the vast majority of our customers.Translation : Müşterilerimizin çoğunluğunu bayanlar oluşturmaktadır. Part of speech : Accountable adj

ACCUMULATE

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Vocabulary Item : Accumulate (v)Synonym : Gather, collect, pile, store.Antonym : Seperate, disperse, dissipate, scatter, waste.Turkish Definition : Birikmek, biriktirmek.Example sentence 1) : A thick layer of dust has accumulated in the room.Translation : Odada kalın bir toz tabakası birikti. Example sentence 2) : Overnight, the snow accumulated too much.Translation : Gece boyunca çok fazla kar birikti. Part of speech : accumulation (n), accumulative (adj), accumulatively (adv).

ACCURATE

Vocabulary Item : Accurate (adj)Synonym : Correct, careful, precise; lacking errors, exact.Antonym : Incorrect, wrong, vague, inexact, imprecise.Turkish Definition : Doğru, tam.Example sentence : She gave an accurate description of the thieves.Translation :Hırsızların doğru tasvirini yaptı.Part of speech : Accuracy (n), accurately (adv).

ACCUSE

Vocabulary Item : Accuse (v)Synonym : Blame, charge, indict, reproach.Antonym : Discharge, defend, release.Turkish Definition : Suçlamak.Example sentence : Are you accusing me of lying?Translation : Beni yalan söylemekle mi suçluyorsun?Part of speech : Accused (adj) , accuser (n), accusation (n), accusingly (adv)

ACCUSTOMED TO

Vocabulary Item : Accustomed to (v)Synonym : Be used to, addicted to.Antonym : Be unfamiliar to, feel strange, odd.Turkish Definition : Alışkın.Example sentence : The army accustomed him to discipline.Translation : Askerlik onu disipline alıştırdı.Part of speech : Accustom (v)

ACHIEVE

Vocabulary Item : Achieve (v)Synonym : Succeed, accomplish, attain, acquire, gain, earn. Antonym : Fail, neglect, spoil, lose.Turkish Definition : Başarmak, üstesinden gelmek.Example sentence : I've been working all day, but I feel as if I've achieved nothing.Translation : Tüm gün çalıştım ancak hiçbirşey yapmamışım gibi

hissediyorum. Part of speech : Achievable (adj) achiever (n), achievement (n).

ACKNOWLEDGE

Vocabulary Item : Acknowledge (v),

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Synonym : Recognize, accept, admit, confess.Antonym : Disclaim, deny, ignore, repudiate.Turkish Definition : Kabul etmek, itiraf etmek.Example sentence : They refused to acknowledge the new government.Translation : Yeni hükümetin varlığını kabul etmeyi reddettiler.Part of speech : Acknowledgeable (adj), acknowledgment (n)

ACQUIRE

Vocabulary Item : Acquire (v)Synonym : Gain, obtain, earn, win, attain, achieve, get.Antonym : Lose, surrender, miss.Turkish Definition : Elde etmek.Example sentence : He began to acquire a reputation during the 16th century.Translation : 16.yüzyılda ün kazanmaya başladı.Part of speech : Acquirable (adj), acquirer (n). acquisition (n)

ACUTE

Vocabulary Item : Acute (adj)Synonym : Penetrating, critical, serious, sharp, intense, severely.Antonym : Dull, heavy.Turkish Definition : Keskin, ciddi, şiddetli.Example sentence : The two roads meet at an acute angle.Translation : İki yol keskin bir noktada birleşiyor.Part of speech : Acutely (adv), acuteness (n).

ADAMANT

Vocabulary Item : Adamant (adj)Synonym : Resolute, obstinate, unyielding.Antonym : Yielding, easy-going.Turkish Definition : Kararlı, vazgeçmeyen, inatçı.Example sentence : The prime minister is adamant that he will not resign.Translation : Başbakan istifa etmemekte kararlı. Part of speech : Adamance (n) adamantine (adj) adamantly (adv)

ADDICTED

Vocabulary Item : Addicted (adj)Synonym : Dependant, attached, inclined, devoted.Antonym : Averse, unaccustomed, indisposed.Turkish Definition : Bağımlı, kendini kaptıran.Example sentence 1) : I know that if I start watching a soap opera I immediately

become addicted.Translation : Biliyorum ki eğer bir dizi izlemeye başlarsam hemen kendimi

kaptırıcam.Example sentence 2) : He is a chocolate/shopping addict.Translation : O bir çikolata bağımlısı. Part of speech : Addict (n), addiction (n), addictive (adj)

ADEQUATE

Vocabulary Item : Adequate (adj)

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Synonym : Competent, sufficient, capable, satisfactory, enough.Antonym : Inferior, useless, incompetent, useless, insufficient.Turkish Definition : Yeterli.Example sentence 1) : I didn't have adequate time to prepare.Translation : Hazırlanmak ıcın yeterı kadar vaktim olmadı.Example sentence 2) : Is there any language adequate to describe my feelings?Translation : Duygularımı ifade etmeye yetecek herhangi bir dil var mı?Part of speech :Adequately (adv), adequacy (n)

ADHERE TO

Vocabulary Item : Adhere to (v)Synonym : Stick to, be attached, comply with.Antonym : Distant, remote, detached, violate.Turkish Definition : Yapışık, bağlı.Example sentence : She adhered to her principles throughout her life.Translation : Hayatı boyunca prensiplerine bağlı kalmıştır.Part of speech : Adherent (adj), adherence (n), adhesive (adj) adhesively (adv)

ADJOURN

Vocabulary Item : Adjourn (v) / (n)Synonym : Postpone, delay, defer, suspend, interrupt.Antonym : Complete, terminate.Turkish Definition : Ertelemek, ara vermek.Example sentence : The meeting was adjourned until Tuesday.Translation : Toplantı salıya kadar ertelendi.Part of speech : Adjournment (n)

ADJUST

Vocabulary Item : Adjust (v)Synonym : Set, regulate, mend, repair, fix, arrange, adapt.Antonym : Disturb, confuse, break down.Turkish Definition : Ayarlamak, düzenlemek, kurmak, tamir etmek.Example sentence 1) : If the chair is too high you can adjust it to suit you.Translation : Eğer sandalye çok yüksekse kendine göre ayarlayabilirsin.Example sentence 2) : As a teacher you have to adjust your methods to suit the needs

of slower children learners.Translation : Bir öğretmen olarak metodlarını yavaş öğrenen öğrencilerin

ihtiyaçlarına göre düzenlemelisin.Part of speech : Adjustment (n), adjustable (adj), adjustability (n), adjuster (n),

adjustment (n)

ADMIT

Vocabulary Item : Admit (v)Synonym : Receive, accept, acknowlwedge, approve, confess.Antonym : Exclude, deny, reject, refuse.Turkish Definition : Kabul etmek, itiraf etmek.Example sentence 1) : She admitted (that) she had made a mistake.Translation : Hata yaptığını kabul etti.

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Example sentence 2) : At first he denied stealing the money but he later admitted (to) it.

Translation : ilk başta parayı çaldığını inkar etti ancak sonradan itiraf etti.Part of speech :Admission (n), admittedly (adv)

ADMONISH

Vocabulary Item : Admonish (v)Synonym : Scold, reprimand, rebuke. Antonym : Appreciate, adore, admire.Turkish Definition : Azarlamak.Example sentence 1) : His mother admonished him for eating too quickly.Translation : Çok hızlı yediği için annesi onu azarladı.Example sentence 2) : Her teacher admonished her to work harder for her exams.Translation : Hocası sınavları için daha çok çalışaması için onu azarladı.Part of speech : Admonishment (n), admonition (n), admonitory (adj)

ADOPT

Vocabulary Item : Adopt (v)Synonym : Assume, approve, accept, foster, supportAntonym : Reject, deny, abandon,Turkish Definition : Benimsemek, kabul etmek, evlat edinmekExample sentence 1) : They've adopted a baby girl.Translation : Küçük bir kız çoçuğu evlat edindiler.Example sentence 2) : I think it's time to adopt a different strategyTranslation :Sanırım farklı bir strateji izlemenin (benimsemenin) zamanı geldi.Part of speech : Adoption (n

ADVANCE

Vocabulary Item : Advance (v)Synonym : Proceed, progress, promote, improve, rise, increase.Antonym : Regress, decrease, recession.Turkish Definition : İlerlemek, gelişim göstermek.Example sentence 1) : The troops advanced on the city.Translation : Birlikler şehire doğru ilerlediler.Example sentence 2) : He's doing his best to advance his own career.Translation : Kariyerini geliştirmek için elinden geleni yapıyor.Part of speech : Advancement (n), advance (n)

ADVERSE

Vocabulary Item : Adverse (adj)Synonym : Harmful, unfavorable, opposite, contrary. Antonym : Favorable, fortunate, lucky.Turkish Definition : Negatif, ters, kötü, olumsuz.Example sentence 1) : The match has been cancelled due to adverse weather

conditions.Translation : Kötü hava koşulları nedeniyle maç ertelendi. Example sentence 2) : So far the drug is thought not to have any adverse effects.Translation :Şu ana kadar ilacın olumsuz bir etkisi olduğu düşünülmüyor.Part of speech :Adversity (n)

ADVOCATE

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Vocabulary Item : Advocate (v)Synonym : Support, suggest, counsel, recommend, back up. Antonym : Accuse, blame, charge.Turkish Definition : Savunmak, destek olmak.Example sentence : Mr.Williams is a conservative who advocates fewer government

control on business.Translation : Mr.Williams hükümetin iş üzerinde daha az kontrolü olması

gerektiğini savunan bir muhafazakardır. Part of speech : Advocate (n).

AFFECT

Vocabulary Item : Affect (v)Synonym : Influence, change, transform, modify, alter, impress, Turkish Definition : Etkilemek.Example sentence : Both buildings were badly affected by the fire.Translation : Her iki bina da yangından kötü etkilendi. Part of speech : Effect (n)

AFFILIATE

Vocabulary Item : Affiliate (with) (v)Synonym : Associate, connect, incorporate.Antonym : Seperate, dissociate.Turkish Definition : Bağlamak, ilişkilendirmek, ilişki içinde olmak.Example sentence : The school is affiliated with a national association.Translation : Okul ulusal bir kuruluş ile bağlantı içinde.Part of speech : Affiliation (n). affinity (n).

AFFLUENT

Vocabulary Item : Affluent (adj)Synonym : Rich, wealthy, prosperous, well-off.Antonym : Poor, unwealthy, recessed.Turkish Definition : Zengin, gelişmiş.Example sentence : Affluent nations always have the power.Translation : Zengin ülkeler her zaman gücü elinde tutar..Part of speech : Affluence (n)

AGGRAVATE

Vocabulary Item : Aggravate (v)Synonym : Worsen, intensify, provoke, deteriorate.Antonym : Diminish, lessen, flourish.Turkish Definition : Kötüleştirmek, şiddetlendirmek.Example sentence : The treatment only aggravated the condition.Translation : Tedavi durumu daha kötü hale getirdi.Part of speech : Aggravating (adj). aggravation (n)

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AILMENT

Vocabulary Item : Ailment (n)Synonym : Illness, desease, complaint.Antonym : Health, peace.Turkish Definition : Hastalık.Example sentence : Nurses can treat minor ailments themselves.Translation : Hemşireler önemsiz hastalıkları kendileri tedavi edebilirler. Part of speech : Ailing (adj)

ALERT

Vocabulary Item : Alert (adj)Synonym : Wary, watchful, cautious, attentive, ready.Antonym : Slow, lazy, oblivious.Turkish Definition : Dikkatli.Example sentence : Parents should be alert to sudden changes in children's

behaviour.Translation : Anne babalar çocukların davranışlarındaki ani değişikliklere karşı

tetikte (dikkatli) olmalılar. Part of speech : Alert (v)

ALIENATE

Vocabulary Item : Alienate (v)Synonym : Seperate, estrange, disaffectAntonym : Conciliate, bring togetherTurkish Definition : Uzaklaştırmak, yabancılaştırmakExample sentence 1) : The changes to the newspaper have alienated its readersTranslation : Gazetedeki değişiklikler okuyucularını soğuttu. (yabancılaştırdı)Example sentence 2) : Disagreements can alienate children from their families.Translation : Anlaşmazlıklar çocukları ailelerinden uzaklaştırabilir. Part of speech : Alien (n), alienation (n).

ALLEGE

Vocabulary Item : Allege (v)Synonym : Claim, assert, charge.Antonym : Contradict, refute, deny, disprove.Turkish Definition : Iddia etmek, suçlamak.Example sentence : The men allege that the police forced them to make false

confessions.Translation : Adamlar polislerin kendilerini yanlış ifade vermeye zorladığını

iddia ettiler. Part of speech : Allegation (n)

ALLOCATE

Vocabulary Item : Allocate (v)Synonym : Assign, allot, set apart, divide. Antonym : Withold, retain.

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Turkish Definition : Ayırmak, tahsis etmek.Example sentence : The government is allocating 10 million dollars for health

education.Translation : Hükümet sağlık eğitimi için 10 milyon dolar ayıracak. Part of speech : Allocation (n)

ALLOW

Vocabulary Item : Allow (v)Synonym : Let, permit, authorize.Antonym : Forbid, prohibit, disapprove.Turkish Definition : Izin vermek, müsade etmek.Example sentence 1) : Red Cross staff were allowed access to the prison for the first

time a few days ago.Translation : Kızılay personelinin hapishaneye girmelerine ilk defa birkaç gün

önce izin verildi.Part of speech : Allowance (n).

ALLURE

Vocabulary Item : Allure (v)Synonym : Attract, entice, seduce, charm.Antonym : Repel, dissuade, push away.Turkish Definition : Etkilemek, çekmek.Example sentence : This game allures most of the children.Translation : Bu oyun birçok çocuğun ilgisini çekiyor.Part of speech : Alluring (adj).

ALTER

Vocabulary Item : Alter (v)Synonym : Change, modify, shift, convert.Antonym : Conserve, preserve, keep.Turkish Definition : Değiştirmek.Example sentence : We've had to alter some of our plans.Translation : Bazı planlarımızı değiştirmek zorunda kaldık.Part of speech : Alteration (n)

ALTITUDE

Vocabulary Item : Altitude(n)Synonym : Height, elevation, ascent.Antonym : Depth.Turkish Definition : Yükseklik.Example sentence : We are currently flying at an altitude of 15 000 metres.Translation : Şu anda 15 000 metre yükseklikte uçuyoruz.

AMASS

Vocabulary Item : Amass (v)Synonym : Accumulate, gather up, heap up. Antonym : Disperse, scatter, waste, dissipate.Turkish Definition : Biriktirmek, toplamak.Example sentence : She has amassed a huge fortune through her novels.

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Translation : Romanları sayesinde büyük servet yaptı ( biriktirdi)Part of speech : Amasser (n).

AMBIGUOUS

Vocabulary Item : Ambiguous (adj)Synonym : Doubtful, dubious, enclear, uncertain, indefinite, vague, obscure.Antonym : Obvious, plain, clear, lucid.Turkish Definition : Belirsiz, kararsız.Example sentence : The government has been ambiguous on this issue.Translation : Hükümet bu konu üzerinde hala net değil (belirsiz). Part of speech : Ambiguity (n) ambigiously (adv).

AMBITION

Vocabulary Item : Ambition (n)Synonym : Desire, aspiration, goal, objective, aim, target.Antonym : Vain, futile.Turkish Definition : Hırs, istek, hedef, amaç.Example sentence : He has already achieved his main ambition in life.Translation : Hayattaki amacına (hedefine) çoktan ulaştı. Part of speech : Ambitious (adj).

AMNESTY

Vocabulary Item : Amnesty (n)Synonym : Pardon.Antonym : Blame, accuse, charge.Turkish Definition : Genel af.Example sentence : Most prisoners were freed under the terms of the amnesty.Translation : Çoğu mahkum genel af şartlarına göre serbest bırakıldı.

AMPLE

Vocabulary Item : Ample (adj)Synonym : Abundant, plentiful, extensive, generous, spacious.Antonym : Scarce, insufficient, inadequate.Turkish Definition : Bol, bereketli.Example sentence : There's ample evidence that proves his quilt.Translation : Onun suçlu olduğunu kanıtlayan bir sürü delil mevcut.Part of speech : Amplify (v).

ANCIENT

Vocabulary Item : Ancient (adj)Synonym : Antique, old, obsolete, aged, old-fashioned.Antonym : Modern, fresh, new.Turkish Definition : Eski.Example sentence : The people of this tribe have lived in this valley since ancient

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Translation : Bu kabilenin insanları eski zamanlardan beri bu vadide yaşamaktalar.

ANGUISH

Vocabulary Item : Anguish (n)Synonym : Pain, torture, torment, miseryAntonym : Ease, pleasureTurkish Definition : Acı, ızdırapExample sentence : Because of her anguish she forgot to leave a messageTranslation : Acısı yüzünden mesaj bırakmayı unuttu. Part of speech : Anguished (adj).

ANNIHILATION

Vocabulary Item : Annihilation (n)Synonym : Extermination, eradication, destruction, non-beingAntonym : Existence, beingTurkish Definition : Yok olma, yıkılma, yok etmeExample sentence : The annihilation of the city by the bomb will never be forgotten. Translation : Şehrin bombalama nedeniyle yok olması hiç unutulmayacak.Part of speech : Annihilate (v)

ANNUAL

Vocabulary Item : Annual (adj)Synonym : Yearly,every year, once a year Antonym : Daily, weeklyTurkish Definition : YıllıkExample sentence : Companies publish annual reports to inform the publicTranslation : Şirketler halkı bilgilendirmek amacıyla yıllık raporlar yayınlarlarPart of speech : Annually (adv). annualized (adj).

ANNUL

Vocabulary Item : Annul (v)Synonym : Cancel, repeal, revoke, call off, Antonym : Confirm, establishTurkish Definition : İptal etmek, kabul edilmemek, geçersiz sayılmak (evlilik, yasa

vs)Example sentence : His second marriage was annulled since he never divorced his

first wife.Translation : İlk karısından boşanmadığı için ikinci evliliği kabul edilmedi. Part of speech : Annulment (n)

ANTICIPATE

Vocabulary Item : Anticipate (v)Synonym : Expect, await, foresee, forecast, Antonym : Unforesee, unexpectTurkish Definition : Beklemek, ummakExample sentence : They anticipate having several applications for the job.Translation : İş için birçok başvuru olacağını umuyorlar.

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Part of speech : Anticipation (n)

ANXIOUS

Vocabulary Item : Anxious (adj)Synonym : Worried, concerned, troubled, apprehensiveAntonym : Calm, confident, coolTurkish Definition : Endişeli, kaygılıExample sentence : The drought has made farmers anxious about the harvest.Translation : Kuraklık çiftçileri ürünleri konusunda kaygılandırdı

(endişelendirdi) Part of speech :Anxiety (n)APATHY

Vocabulary Item : Apathy (n)Synonym : Unconcern, no feeling, indifference, insensibilityAntonym : Sensitiveness, feeling, passion, vehemence, emotionTurkish Definition : İlgisizlik, umursamazlıkExample sentence : There is widespread apathy among studentsTranslation : Öğrenciler arasında yaygın bir ilgisizlik var. Part of speech : Apathetic (adj)

APPALING

Vocabulary Item : Appaling (adj)Synonym : Terrifying, shocking, frightful, dreadful, awfulAntonym : ReassuringTurkish Definition : Korkutucu, ürkütücüExample sentence : Prisoners are being kept in the most appalling conditionsTranslation : Mahkumlar ürkütücü koşullarda tutuluyorlar. Part of speech : Appal v. appalled adj.

APPARENT

Vocabulary Item : Apparent (adj)Synonym : Obvious, clear, noticable, Antonym : Actual, realTurkish Definition : Görünürde, belli olanExample sentence 1) : Her unhappiness was apparent to everyoneTranslation : Mutsuzluğu herkesçe görülüyordu. Part of speech : Apparently (adv)

APPEAL

Vocabulary Item : Appeal (v)Synonym : Invoke, attract, provoke attention, interest, captivate, Antonym : Protest, be indifferentTurkish Definition : İlgisini çekmekExample sentence : I think what appeals to me about his painting is the colours he

usesTranslation : Sanırım onun resimlerinde bana çekici gelen şey kullandığı

renkler.Part of speech : Appealing (adj). appeal (n)

APPEASE

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Vocabulary Item : Appease (v)Synonym : Calm down, pacify, soothe, reconcileAntonym : AggravateTurkish Definition : Yatıştırmak, teskin etmekExample sentence : She claimed that the government had changed the law in order

to appease their critics.Translation : O, hükümetin eleştirileri yatıştırmak için yasayı değiştirdiğini

iddia etti. Part of speech :Appeasement (n).

APPOINT

Vocabulary Item : Appoint (v)Synonym : Assign, allot, direct, Antonym : Withold, cancelTurkish Definition : AtamakExample sentence : He's been appointed (as) director of the publishing divisionTranslation : Yayın bölümünün direktörü olarak atandı. Part of speech : Appointment (n)

APPRAISE

Vocabulary Item : Appraise (v)Synonym : Assess, evaluate, estimate, value, rateAntonym : Undervalue, discardTurkish Definition : Değerlendirmek, değer biçmekExample sentence : The experts will appraise the individuals’ needs.Translation : Uzmanlar bireylerin ihtiyaçlarını değerlendirecekler. Part of speech : Appraisal (n)

APPRECIATE

Vocabulary Item : Appreciate (v)Synonym : Admire, understand, esteem, value highly, respectAntonym : Undervalue, misjudge, depreciateTurkish Definition : Takdir etmek, beğenmek, anlamakExample sentence : We really appreciate all the support you gave us last weekendTranslation : Geçen haftasonu gösterdiğiniz desteği takdir ediyoruz. Part of speech : Appreciable (adj)

APPREHENSION

Vocabulary Item : Apprehension (n)Synonym : Anxiety, fear, dread, concernAntonym : Confidence, bravenessTurkish Definition : Endişe, korkuExample sentence : It's normal to feel a little apprehension before starting a new jobTranslation : Yeni bir işe başlamadan biraz korku yaşamak normaldir. Part of speech : Apprehensive (adj)

APPROPRIATE

Vocabulary Item : Appropriate adj

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Synonym : Suitable, proper, fittingAntonym : Irrelevant, improperTurkish Definition : UygunExample sentence : Is this film appropriate for small children?Translation : Bu film küçük çocuklar için uygunmu?Part of speech : Appropriately (adv), appropriateness (n).

APPROVE

Vocabulary Item : Approve (v)Synonym : Support, endorse, back up, favorAntonym : Condemn, repudiate, dislikeTurkish Definition : OnaylamakExample sentence : I thoroughly approve of what the government is doingTranslation : Hükümetin yaptıklarını tamamıyla onaylıyorum. Part of speech : Approval (n).

APT (TO)

Vocabulary Item : Apt (adj)Synonym : Likely, prone, liable, inclined, suitableAntonym : UnlikelyTurkish Definition : Eğilimli olmak, eğiliminde olmak Example sentence : The kitchen roof is apt to leak when it rainsTranslation : Yağmur yağınca mutfağın çatısı büyük olasılıkla akar (akmaya

meyillidir)Part of speech : Aptly (adv). aptness (n). (uygunluk)

APTITUDE

Vocabulary Item : Aptitude (n)Synonym : Ability, talent, gift, knack, tendency, Antonym : AwkwardnessTurkish Definition : YetenekExample sentence : We will take your personal aptitudes and abilities into accountTranslation : Kişisel yeteneklerini ve becerilerini dikkate alacağız.

ARBITRARY

Vocabulary Item : Arbitrary (adj)Synonym : Random, chance, dictatorialAntonym : Reasoned, considerateTurkish Definition : Resgele, keyfi, otoriterExample sentence : What guided your decision or was it arbitrary?Translation : Senin kararını ne yönlendirdi, ya da keyfi karar mı verdin? Part of speech : Arbitrate (v). arbitration (n)

ARISE (FROM)

Vocabulary Item : Arise from (v)Synonym : Originate from, proceed, spring, ascend, go upAntonym : End, sink, fallTurkish Definition : -den doğmak, kaynaklanmakExample sentence : Are there any matters arising from the last meeting?

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Translation : Son toplantıdan ortaya çıkan herhangi bir problem var mı?

ARROGANT

Vocabulary Item : Arrogant (adj)Synonym : Conceited, self-admiring, egoisticAntonym : Humble, modestTurkish Definition : Kendini beğenmiş, kibirliExample sentence : She is both very arrogant and very rude.Translation : Hem kendini çok beğenmiş hem de çok kaba. Part of speech : Arrogance (n).

ARTIFICIAL

Vocabulary Item : Artificial (adj)Synonym : Unnaturalunreal, syntheticAntonym : Natural, genuineTurkish Definition : Yapay, doğal olmayan Example sentence : Her smile was rather artificial.Translation : Gülümseyişi oldukça yapmacıktı. Part of speech : Artificiality (n). artificially (adv)

ASCEND

Vocabulary Item : Ascend (v)Synonym : Go up, climb, rise, mount, aspireAntonym : Descend, fall, sinkTurkish Definition : Yükselmek, çıkmakExample sentence : The divers have begun to ascend to the surface of the waterTranslation : Dalgıçlar suyun yüzeyine çıkmaya başladılar. Part of speech : Ascent (n)

ASPIRE

Vocabulary Item : Aspire (v)Synonym : Desire, long, hope, wishAntonym : Be unwilling, be reluctantTurkish Definition : Arzu etmek, istemekExample sentence : Few people who aspire to fame ever achieve it.Translation : Ünlü olmayı isteyen çok az kişi başarılı olur.Part of speech : Aspiration (n)

ASSAULT

Vocabulary Item : Assault (n)Synonym : Attack, invasion, charge, agressionAntonym : Resistance, defenceTurkish Definition : SaldırmaExample sentence : The assault on a police officer made us all sad.Translation : Polis memuruna yapılan saldırı hepimizi üzdü.Part of speech : Assail (v).

ASSEMBLE

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Vocabulary Item : Assemble (v)Synonym : Compile, come together, meet, conveneAntonym : Disperse, scatter, apartTurkish Definition : Biraraya gelmek, toplamakExample sentence : We assembled in the meeting room after lunchTranslation : Öğle yemeğinden sonra toplantı odasında biraraya geldik. Part of speech : Assembly (n)

ASSERT

Vocabulary Item : Assert (v)Synonym : Declare, claim, maintain, affirm, Antonym : Keep silentTurkish Definition : İleri sürmek, iddia etmekExample sentence : The Allies asserted their right to move freely between the two

borders.Translation : Müttefikler iki sınır arasında serbest dolaşma haklarının

olduğunu iddia ettiler. Part of speech : Assertion (n)

ASSESS

Vocabulary Item : Assess (v)Synonym : Evaluate, appraise, valueAntonym : Not commmentingTurkish Definition : DeğerlendirmekExample sentence : Examinations are not the only means of assessing students'

abilityTranslation : Sınavlar öğrencilerin yeteneklerini değerlendirmede tek araç

değillerdir. Part of speech : Assessment (n).

ASSET

Vocabulary Item : asset (n)Synonym : advantage, benefit, possessionAntonym : harm, deficitTurkish Definition : kazanç, mal varlığı, artı yönExample sentence : Knowledge of languages is a real asset in this sort of workTranslation : Böyle bir işte yabancı dil bilmek gerçekten bir avantajdır.

ASSIGN

Vocabulary Item : Assign (v)Synonym : Allocate, allot, appoint, arrangeAntonym : Use up, comsume allTurkish Definition : Ayırmak, tahsis etmek, yüklemekExample sentence : UN troops were assigned the task of rebuilding the hospital.Translation : Birleşmiş milletler birliklerine hastaneyi yeniden inşa etme

görevi verildi. Part of speech : Assignment (n)

ASSOCIATE

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Vocabulary Item : Associate (v)Synonym : Connect, relate, link, join, combineAntonym : DisconnectTurkish Definition : İlişkilendirmek, bağlantı kurmakExample sentence : Most people associate this brand with good quality.Translation : Birçok kişi bu markayı iyi kalite ile bağdaştırır. Part of speech : Associate (n). assocation (n)

ASSUME

Vocabulary Item : Assume (v)Synonym : Presume, suppose, take for granted, postulateTurkish Definition : VarsaymakExample sentence : Let's assume (that) they're coming and make plans on that basisTranslation : Geldiklerini varsayalım ve ona göre planlar yapalım.Part of speech : Assumption (n).

ASSURE

Vocabulary Item : Assure (v)Synonym : Ensure, guarantee, warrant, promiseAntonym : Deny, doubtTurkish Definition : Garanti vermek, temin etmekExample sentence : The mechanic assured him (that) the car would be ready the

next day.Translation : Tamirci arabanın ertesi gün hazır olacağını temin etti (garanti

verdi) Part of speech : Assurance (n).

ASTONISH

Vocabulary Item : Astonish (v)Synonym : Amaze, startle, perplex, astound, Antonym : BoreTurkish Definition : ŞaşırtmakExample sentence : They were astonished when I announced I was pregnant.Translation : Hamile olduğumu söyleyince şaşırdılar.Part of speech : Astonishment (n).

ASYLUM

Vocabulary Item : Asylum (n)Synonym : Shelter, protection Turkish Definition : Sığınak, barınak, akıl hastanesiExample sentence 1) : He was seeking for political asylumTranslation : Siyasi iltica arayışındaydı.Example sentence 2) : He was sent to asylum for treatment. Translation : Tedavi için akıl hastanesine gönderildi.

ATTACH

Vocabulary Item : Attach (v)

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Synonym : Connect, join, fasten, tie, bindAntonym : DetachTurkish Definition : Bağlamak, iliştirmek Example sentence : I attached a photo to my application formTranslation : Başvuru formuma bir fotoğraf ekledim. Part of speech : Attachment (n).

ATTITUDE

Vocabulary Item : Attitude (n)Synonym : Manner, stance, posture, aspect, regardTurkish Definition : TavırExample sentence : It's very difficult to change people's attitudes.Translation : İnsanların tavırlarını değiştirmek çok zordur.

ATTRIBUTE (TO)

Vocabulary Item : Attribute (v)Synonym : Ascribe, assign, refer, associate, connect Antonym : Disconnect, seperateTurkish Definition : Atfetmek, -e bağlamakExample sentence : The doctors have attributed the cause of the illness to an

unknown virus.Translation : Doktorlar hastalığın nedenini bilinmeyen bir virüse bağladılar. Part of speech : Attribute (n) Attribution (n).attributable (adj)

AUGMENT

Vocabulary Item : Augment (v)Synonym : Increase, launch, rise, go upAntonym : Decrease, fallTurkish Definition : ArtırmakExample sentence : He had to find an extra work to augment his income.Translation : Gelirini artırmak için ek bir iş bulmak zorunda kaldıPart of speech : Augmentation (n)

AUSTERE

Vocabulary Item : Austere (adj)Synonym : Severe, serious, strict, stern, hard, harsh, rigidAntonym : Soft, indulgentTurkish Definition : Sert, ciddi, katıExample sentence : He had experiened an austere childhood during the warTranslation : Savaş sırasında zor bir çocukluk dönemi geçirdi. Part of speech : Austerity (n).

AVAILABLE

Vocabulary Item : Available (adj)Synonym : Accessible, obtainableAntonym : Unavailable, unaccessible, vulnerableTurkish Definition : Mümkün, elde edilebilirExample sentence : It is vital that food is made available to the famine areasTranslation : Açlık olan bölgelerde yiyecek elde edilebilmesi çok önemlidir. Part of speech : Availability (n).

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AVERT

Vocabulary Item : Avert (v)Synonym : Avoid, prevent, turn awayAntonym : StabilizeTurkish Definition : Önlemek, yönünü değiştirmekExample sentence 1) : I averted my gaze/eyes while he dressedTranslation : O giyinirken gözlerimi çevirdim. Example sentence 2) : It is not always easy to avert economic collapseTranslation :Ekonomik çöküşü engellemek her zaman kolay değildir. Part of speech : Avertible (adj)

AWKWARD

Vocabulary Item : Awkward (adj)Synonym : Clumsy, uncomfortable, not easy to deal withAntonym : Easy to deal with, clever, handyTurkish Definition : Beceriksiz, uğraşılması zor, zorExample sentence 1) : It's an awkward corner to drive roundTranslation : Dönülmesi zor bir virajdı. Example sentence 2) : It was an wakward situation.Translation : Uğraşılması zor bir durumdu. Part of speech : Awkwardly (adv). awkwardness (n).

BBAN

Vocabulary Item : ban (v)Synonym : prohibit, forbid, not allowAntonym : let, allowTurkish Definition : yasaklamak, müsade etmemek Example sentence : The film was banned in several countriesTranslation : Film birçok ülkede yasaklandı.Part of speech : ban n.

BANKRUPT

Vocabulary Item : bankrupt (adj)Synonym : penniless, ruinedAntonym : rich, wealthyTurkish Definition : iflas etmekExample sentence : The recession has led to many small businesses going bankruptTranslation : Ekonomik durgunluk küçük şirketlerin iflasına neden oldu.Part of speech : bankrupt v. , bankruptcy n.

BARELY

Vocabulary Item : barely (adv)Synonym : hardly, scarcely

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Antonym : often, generallyTurkish Definition : zorlukla, güçlükle, nadir, hemen hemen hiçExample sentence 1) : I can barely hear you.Translation : Seni hemen hemen hiç duyamıyorum.

BARGAIN

Vocabulary Item : bargain (v)Synonym : negotiateAntonym : buy, purchase immediatelyTurkish Definition : pazarlık yapmak, görüşmekExample sentence 1) : Unions bargain with employers for better rates of pay each yearTranslation : Sendikalar her sene işçilerle daha iyi oranlar için pazarlık

yaparlarPart of speech : bargain (n)

BATTLE

Vocabulary Item : battle (n) Synonym : fight, war, conflictAntonym : peace and quietTurkish Definition : kavga, çatışma, savaşExample sentence : Her only brother was killed in battleTranslation : Tek kardeşi savaşta öldürüldü.

BEAR

Vocabulary Item : bear (v) Synonym : stand, endure, tolerateAntonym : can’t standTurkish Definition : dayanmak, tahammül etmekExample sentence : I can't bear being boredTranslation : Sıkıntıya dayanamıyorum (gelemiyorum)Example Sentence : He couldn't bear to see the dog in painTranslation : Köpeği acı içinde görmeye dayanamadı.Part of speech : bearable (adj)

BEAT

Vocabulary Item : beat (v)Synonym : defeat, strike, hitAntonym : loseTurkish Definition : yenmek, bozguna uğratmakExample sentence : They saw him beating his dog with a stickTranslation : Onu köpeğine sopayla vururken gördüler. Part of speech : beaten adj. beater n. beating n.

BENEFICIAL

Vocabulary Item : beneficial (adj)Synonym : usefulAntonym : useless, futileTurkish Definition : faydalı

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Example sentence : The improvement in sales figures had a beneficial effect on the company

Translation : Satışlardaki artış şirket üzerined olumlu (faydalı) etki yarattı. Part of speech : benefit n.

BETRAY

Vocabulary Item : betray (v)Synonym : deceive, to be disloyalAntonym : loyal, to be honestTurkish Definition : ihanet etmekExample sentence : He was accused of betraying his country during the warTranslation : Savaşta ülkesine ihanet etmekle suçlandı.Part of speech : betrayal n.

BEWILDER

Vocabulary Item : bewilder (v)Synonym : confuse, astonishAntonym : not affectTurkish Definition : şaşırtmak, şaşırmak, hayrete düşürmekExample sentence : The instructions completely bewildered me.Translation : Açıklamalar tamamıyla kafamı karıştırdı.Part of speech : bewildered adj, bewildering adj.

BIAS

Vocabulary Item : bias (n) Synonym : prejudice, prejudgementAntonym : being objective, unprejudicedTurkish Definition : önyargıExample sentence : There was clear evidence of a strong bias against her.Translation : Ona karşı önyargı olduğuna dair açık kanıtlar vardı.Part of speech : bias v. biased adj.

BLEAK

Vocabulary Item : bleak (adj)Synonym : hopeless, gloomyAntonym : hopeful, optimistic, promisingTurkish Definition : karamsar, kötüExample sentence 1) : The economic situation is very bleak.Translation : Ekonomik durum hiç içaçıcı değil.Part of speech : bleakness n.

BLOOM

Vocabulary Item : bloom (v)Synonym : blossom, flowerTurkish Definition : açmak, ürün vermekExample sentence 1) : These flowers will bloom all through the summer.Translation : Bu çiçekler yaz boyunca çiçek açarlar.Part of speech : bloom n. blooming adj.

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BLUNTLY

Vocabulary Item : bluntly (adv)Synonym : frankly, honestly, directlyAntonym : indirectly, by implyingTurkish Definition : açık, dürüst bir şekildeExample sentence : To put it bluntly, you have to improve your English.Translation : Açık olmak gerekirse, İngilizceni geliştirmek zorundasın.Part of speech : blunt adj.

BOOM

Vocabulary Item : boom (v)Synonym : boost, increase, expand, developAntonym : decrease, abate, subsideTurkish Definition : artmakExample sentence : The textile industry is boomingTranslation : Tekstil sektörü genişliyor.Part of speech : boom n.

BOTHER

Vocabulary Item : bother (v)Synonym : troubleAntonym : reliefTurkish Definition : sıkıntı vermek, zahmet vermekExample sentence : Don't bother making the bed - I'll do it laterTranslation : Yatağı yapmakla zahmet etme, ben sonra yaparım.Part of speech : bother n

BOUND

Vocabulary Item : bound adjSynonym : inevitable, unavoidableAntonym : avoidableTurkish Definition : zorunlu, kaçınılmazExample sentence : You're bound to feel nervous about your interviewTranslation : Mülakatında kaçınılmaz şekilde gergin olacaksın.

BREED

Vocabulary Item : breed (v) Synonym : produce, nourish, nurtureAntonym : kill, extinctTurkish Definition : çiftleş(tir)mekExample sentence : Most birds breed in the spring.Translation : Çoğu kuş baharda çiftleşir.Part of speech : breed n. breeder n. breeding n.

BRIBERY

Vocabulary Item : bribery (n)

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Synonym : corruption Turkish Definition : rüşvetExample sentence : The company was always rife with bribery Translation : Şirketde rüşvet sürekli mevcuttu.Part of speech : bribe v bribe n

BRILLIANT

Vocabulary Item : brilliant (adj)Synonym : clever, smart, intelligentAntonym : stupid, idiotTurkish Definition : zeki, dahice Example sentence : The idea was quite brilliantTranslation : Fikir dahiceydi.

: Her mother was a brilliant journalist.Translation : Annesi başarılı bir gazeteciydi. Part of speech : brilliantly adv. brilliance n.

BURDEN

Vocabulary Item : burden (noun)Synonym : load, strainTurkish Definition : ağır yük (soyut)Example sentence : She's totally a burden to me.Translation : Kesinlikle bana yük oluyor.Example sentence : Buying a house often places financial burden on young couplesTranslation : Ev almak genç çiftler üzerinde ekonomik bir yük oluşturur. Part of speech : burden v burdensome adj.

BUSTLE

Vocabulary Item : bustle (n)Synonym : movement, vividnessAntonym : recession, stabilityTurkish Definition : hareketlilik, canlılıkExample sentence : I sat in a café and watched the (hustle and) bustle of the

street outsideTranslation : Bir kafede oturdum ve caddedeki hareketliliği izledim.Part of speech : bustle v. bustling adj.

CCALAMITY

Vocabulary Item : calamity (n)Synonym : disaster, catastropheAntonym : prosperity, well-beingTurkish Definition : felaket

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Example sentence : the whole city was affected by the irremediable calamity.Translation : Tüm şehir çare bulunamayan felaketten etkilendi.Part of speech : calamitous adj., calamitously adv.

CANCEL

Vocabulary Item : cancel (v)Synonym : call off, annul, revoke, abandonAntonym : resumeTurkish Definition : iptal etmekExample sentence : They've had to cancel tomorrow's football match because of the

bad weatherTranslation : Kötü hava yüzünden yarınki maçı iptal etmek zorunda kaldılar.Part of speech : cancellation n.

CASE

Vocabulary Item : case (n) Synonym : condition, situationTurkish Definition : durum, vakaExample sentence : I wouldn't normally agree but it will be an exception in this case.Translation : Normalde kabul etmezdim ama bu durumda bir istisna olacak.

CAUTIOUS

Vocabulary Item : cautious (adj) Synonym : careful, attentiveAntonym : incautiousTurkish Definition : tedbirli, ihtiyatlı Example sentence : He's a cautious driverTranslation : Tedbirli bir sürücüdür. Part of speech : caution n.

CEASE

Vocabulary Item : cease (v)Synonym : stopAntonym : continue, keepTurkish Definition : durmak, durdurmakExample sentence : The company has decided to cease all operationsTranslation : Şirket tüm faaliyetleri durdurma kararı aldı.Part of speech : cease n. ceaseless adj.

CENSUS

Vocabulary Item : census (n)Synonym : counting, demographyTurkish Definition : nüfus sayımıExample sentence : We have a census in this country every ten years.Translation : Bu ülkede her on yılda bir nüfus sayımı yapılır.

CHALLENGE

Vocabulary Item : challenge (v) Synonym : defy

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Antonym : passTurkish Definition : meydan okumakExample sentence : The player challanged his opponentsTranslation : Oyuncu rakiplerine meydan okudu.Part of speech : challenge n. challenging adj.

CHARGE WITH

Vocabulary Item : charge with sth (v) Synonym : accuse of, blame forAntonym : retreat, acquitTurkish Definition : suçlamakExample sentence : She is charged with murdering her husbandTranslation : Eşini öldürmekle suçlanıyor.Part of speech : charge n.

CHARITY

Vocabulary Item : charity (n)Synonym : assistance, help Turkish Definition : yardım, vakıf Example sentence : People tend to give money to charity during RamadanTranslation : Ramazan boyunca insnalar yardım kuruluşlarına para verirler.Part of speech : charitable adj.

CHEAT

Vocabulary Item : cheat (v)Synonym : copy, deceive, swindle, trickAntonym : to be honest, to be frankTurkish Definition : kopya çekmek, aldatmakExample sentence : She cheated in the test by copying from the boy in frontTranslation : Önündeki çocuktan bakarak testte kopya çekti.Part of speech : cheat n.

CHERISH

Vocabulary Item : cherish (v)Synonym : value, relish, enjoy too muchAntonym : hate, detest, not enjoyTurkish Definition : keyfini çıkartmakExample sentence : She cherishes her 1967 Cadillac.Translation : 1967 model Cadillac arabasına çok değer verir.

CHIEF

Vocabulary Item : chief (adj) Synonym : main, principal, leadingAntonym : minor, inferiorTurkish Definition : başlıcaExample sentence : The chief problem we have in the area now is the spread of

diseaseTranslation : Şu anda bölgedeki asıl problem hastalığın yayılması.Part of speech : chiefly adv.

CIRCUMSTANTIAL

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Vocabulary Item : circumstantial (adj)Synonym : secondary, indirectAntonym : initial, first, directTurkish Definition : ikinci derecede, ikinci planda, kesin olmayanExample sentence : The case against her was circumstantial.Translation : Onun aleyhine olan dava kesın kanıtlar içermiyordu.

CITE

Vocabulary Item : cite (v)Synonym : mention, talk about, refer toAntonym : keep silent.Turkish Definition : bahsetmekExample sentence : The lawyer cited two similar casesTranslation : Avukat bnnzer iki olaydan bahsetti.Part of speech : citation n.

CLARIFY

Vocabulary Item : clarify (v) Synonym : make it clear, explainAntonym : confuse, muddleTurkish Definition : açıklamakExample sentence : The position of all shareholders will be clarified next monthTranslation : Tüm ortakların durumu önümüzdeki ay açıklanacak.Part of speech : clarification n. clarity n.

CLARITY

Vocabulary Item : clarity (n) Synonym : clearness, lucidity, precisionAntonym : obscurityTurkish Definition : açıklıkExample sentence : She was phoning from Australia, but I was amazed at the clarity

of her voice.Translation : Avustralya’dan arıyordu ancak sesinin netliği beni şaşırttı.Part of speech : clarify v. clarification n.

CLIENT

Vocabulary Item : clientSynonym : customer, consumer Antonym : producer, manufacturerTurkish Definition : müşteri, müvekkilExample sentence : Mr Black has been a client of this firm for many yearsTranslation : Mr.Black bu şirketin yıllardır müşterisidir.Part of speech : clientele n.

CLUMSY

Vocabulary Item : clumsy (adj)Synonym : awkward, unskilled

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Antonym : talented, giftedTurkish Definition : beceriksiz, yeteneksiz, zayıfExample sentence : That's the third glass you've smashed this week, - you're so

clumsy!Translation : Bu hafta kırdıgın üçüncü bardak, çok sakarsın !Part of speech : clumsily adv. clumsiness n.

COERCE

Vocabulary Item : coerce (v) Synonym : force, compel Antonym : persuade, coaxTurkish Definition : zorlamakExample sentence : He is thought to be coerced into making a confession about the

crime.Translation : Cinayet konusunda itirafa zorlanıldığı düşünülüyor.Part of speech : coercion n, coercive adj.

COGNITIVE

Vocabulary Item : cognition (adj)Synonym : connected with thinkingAntonym : physicalTurkish Definition : bilişselExample sentence : Some of her cognitive functions have been impairedTranslation : Bazı bilişsel fonksiyonları zarar gördü.Part of speech : cognition (n)

COHERENT

Vocabulary Item : coherent (adj) Synonym : connected, consistent, rationalAntonym : irrational, rembling, looseTurkish Definition : mantıklı, birleşik, kendindeExample sentence : When she calmed down, she was more coherentin her speech.Translation : Sakinleştiğinde daha mantıklı konuştu.Part of speech : coherence n. coherently adv.

COHESIVE

Vocabulary Item : cohesive (adj)Synonym : unified, interconnectedAntonym : apart, seperateTurkish Definition : birleştirici, yapıştırıcı Example sentence : Cohesive forces have played an important role in the victory.Translation : Birleşmiş güçler zaferde önemli rol oynadılar.Part of speech : cohesion n.

COINCIDE

Vocabulary Item : coincide (verb) (with)Synonym : happen together, match, correspond, agreeAntonym : clashTurkish Definition : tesadüfi çakışmakExample sentence : Our views coincide on a range of subjectsTranslation : Birçok konuda fikirlerimiz birleşiyor.

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Part of speech : coincidence n.

COLLABORATE

Vocabulary Item : collaborate (v) withSynonym : work together, cooperateAntonym : work individuallyTurkish Definition : işbirliği yapmak, beraber çalışmakExample sentence : Two writers collaborated on the script for the filmTranslation : Film senaryosu için iki yazar birlikte çalıştılar.Part of speech : collaboration n.

COLLAPSE

Vocabulary Item : collapse (v)Synonym : fall downAntonym : erect, build upTurkish Definition : çökmek, yıkılmakExample sentence : Thousands of buildings collapsed in the earthquakeTranslation : Depremde binlerce bina yıkıldı.Part of speech : collapse n.

COLLIDE

Vocabulary Item : collide (v) withSynonym : crash, strike, bump intoTurkish Definition : çarpışmakExample sentence :The two lorries collided at the crossroadsTranslation : İki kamyon kavşakta çarpıştı.Part of speech : collision n.

COMBUSTIBLE

Vocabulary Item : combustible (adj)Synonym : burningTurkish Definition : yanıcıExample sentence : Wood and coal are both combustible substancesTranslation : Ahşap ve kömür her ikisi de yanıcı maddelerdir.Part of speech : combustion adj.

COMMEMORATE

Vocabulary Item : commemorate (v)Synonym : celebrate, honor Antonym : forgetTurkish Definition : anmak, hatırlamakExample sentence : A statue has been built to commemorate the 100th anniversary

of the poet's birthdayTranslation : Şairin 100. doğumgününü anmak için bir heykel dikildi.Part of speech : commemoration n. commemorative adj.

COMMENCE

Vocabulary Item : commence (v)

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Synonym : start, beginAntonym : finish, endTurkish Definition : başlamak, başlatmakExample sentence : We will commence building work in August of next year.Translation : İnşaata önümüzdeki yıl Ağustos ayında başlayacağız.Part of speech : commencement n.

COMMEND

Vocabulary Item : commend (v) Synonym : praise, extol, acclaimAntonym : look down on, humiliateTurkish Definition : övmekExample sentence : For a low-budget film, it has much to commend itTranslation : Düşük bütçeli bir filme göre övülecek çok yanı var.Part of speech : commendable adj commendably adv commendation n

COMMERCE

Vocabulary Item : commerce (n)Synonym : trade, traffic, business, exchangeTurkish Definition : ticaretExample sentence : The world of commerce and industry is improving day by day.Translation : Ticaret ve iş dünyası günden güne gelişiyor. Part of speech : commercial adj commercialize v commercialized adj.

commercialization n. commercialism n. commercially adv.

COMMIT

Vocabulary Item : commit (v) Synonym : perform, assign, carry outAntonym : He was sent to prison for a crime that he didn't commitTurkish Definition : (suç) işlemek Example sentence : He was sent to prison for a crime that he didn't commitTranslation : İşlemediği bir suç nedeniyle hapise girdi.Part of speech : commitment n.

COMMON

Vocabulary Item : common (adj)Synonym : shared, Antonym : private, distinctive, unusualTurkish Definition : ortak, yaygın Example sentence : English has some features common to many languagesTranslation : İngilizce’nin birçok dille ortak olan özellikleri vardır.Part of speech : common n.

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COMPARE

Vocabulary Item : compare (v)Synonym : match, relate, correspond, Antonym : contrastTurkish Definition : karşılaştırmakExample sentence : This road is quite busy compared to/with ours.Translation : Bizimki ile karşılaştırıldığında bu yol oldukça yoğun.Part of speech :comparable adj, comparative adj, comparativelyadv comparison

COMPASSION

Vocabulary Item : compassion (n)Synonym : sympathy, tenderness, kindness, pity, mercyAntonym : cruelty, harshnessTurkish Definition : merhamet, acımaExample sentence : I was hoping she might show a little compassion.Translation : Az da olsa merhamet gösterebileceğini umuyordum.Part of speech : compassionate adj compassionately adv.

COMPATIBLE

Vocabulary Item : compatible (adj) (with)Synonym : harmonious, agreeableAntonym : disagreeableTurkish Definition : uyumluExample sentence : The new system will be compatible with existing equipment.Translation : Yeni sistem mevcut malzemelerle uyumlu olacak. Part of speech : compatibility

COMPEL

Vocabulary Item : compel (v)Synonym : forceAntonym : volunteer to.Turkish Definition : zorlamakExample sentence : I felt morally compelled to helpTranslation : Yardım etmeye vicdanen zorunlu hissettim.Part of speech : compulsion n.

COMPENSATE

Vocabulary Item : compensate (v)Synonym : make up forAntonym : give harm.Turkish Definition : telafi etmek, bedelini ödemekExample sentence : The authorities promised to compensate for the price rise.Translation : Yetkililer fiyat artışını telafi edeceklerine dair söz verdiler.Part of speech : compensation n compensatory adj. compensative adj.

compensator n

COMPETE

Vocabulary Item : compete (v) (with/against)

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Synonym : race Antonym : share, participateTurkish Definition : yarışmak, mücadele içinde olmakExample sentence : Kangaroos compete with sheep for sparse supplies of food and

waterTranslation : Kangurular az miktardaki su ve yiyecek kaynakları için

koyunlarla rekabet ederşer.Part of speech : competence n. competent adj. competently adv. competition n.

competitive adj.

COMPILE

Vocabulary Item : compile (v)Synonym : collect, gather, accumulate, assembleAntonym : distributeTurkish Definition : toplamak, biraraya getirmekExample sentence : It took ten years to compile the book.Translation : Kitabı toplamak (biraraya getirmek) 10 yıl aldı.Part of speech : compiler n.

COMPLY WITH

Vocabulary Item : comply (verb) (with) Synonym : abide by, obeyAntonym : violate, resistTurkish Definition : uymak Example sentence : He had no choice but to comply with the rules.Translation : Kurallara uymaktan başka hiçbir şansı yoktu.Part of speech : compliance n.

COMPREHEND

Vocabulary Item : comprehend (v)Synonym : understand, apprehendAntonym : misunderstandTurkish Definition : anlamakExample sentence : I just cannot comprehend your attitudeTranslation : Tavrını anlayamıyorum.Part of speech : comprehension (n) comprehensible adj. comprehensive adj.

comprehensively adv. comprehensiveness n.

COMPRISE

Vocabulary Item : comprise (v) Synonym : consist of, be composed of , made up ofAntonym : excludeTurkish Definition : oluşmakExample sentence : The book comprises 350 pages. Translation : Kitap 350 sayfadan oluşuyor.Part of speech : comprisable adj.

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WHICH WORD?comprise / compose / consist of / constitute / make up / include?

When you want to mention the different parts that something is formed from, you can say that something comprises, consists of, is composed of or is made up of a number of different things: “The committee comprises/consists of two lawyers, two journalists and a teacher.”Komite iki avukat iki gazateci ve bir öğretmenden oluşuyor.

You can also say is comprised of, though this use is often avoided in written English. It is not correct to use comprises of or is composed by /from.When you mention first all the parts that together form the whole, constitute, compose and make up are used.

“Two lawyers, two journalists and a head teacher compose/constitute the committee.”Komiteyi iki avukat, iki gazeteci ve bir öğretmen oluşturuyor.Comprise can be used in this way but is less common.

You use include if you only mention some of the parts: “The committee includes two lawyers.”Komite iki avukattan oluşuyor (içeriyor)These verbs are not used in the progressive tenses.

COMPROMISE

Vocabulary Item : compromise (v) Synonym : agree on sthAntonym : disagreeTurkish Definition : uzlaşmakExample sentence : The two sides reached a compromise by bargainingTranslation : İki taraf pazarlık yaparak anlaşmaya vardılar. Part of speech : compromiser n. compromisingly adv.

COMPULSION

Vocabulary Item : compulsion (n)Synonym : force, urge Antonym : persuasion, coaxingTurkish Definition : zorlama Example sentence : He was under compulsion when he was forced to talk.Translation : Konuşmaya zorlandığında baskı altındaydı (zorlandı)Part of speech : compulse

COMPULSORY

Vocabulary Item : compulsory (adj) Synonym : obligatory, mandatoryAntonym : optional, voluntary Turkish Definition : zorunluExample sentence : In East Germany learning Russian was compulsory.

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Translation : Doğu Almanya’da Rusça öğrenmek zorunluydu.Part of speech : compelsive adj. compulsorily adv. compulsoriness n.

CONCEDE

Vocabulary Item : concede (v)Synonym : admit, acceptAntonym : refuse, reject, denyTurkish Definition : kabul etmekExample sentence : The student conceded that his term-papar was inadequateTranslation : Öğrenci dönem ödevinin yetersiz olduğunu kabul etti.Part of speech : concession n. conceder n.

CONCEIVE

Vocabulary Item : conceive of (v)Synonym : imagine, think of, visualize, perceiveAntonym : cannot imagineTurkish Definition : algılamak, düşünmek, tasavvur etmekExample sentence : I just cannot even conceive of that quantity of money together.Translation : O miktarda parayı birarada düşünemiyorum. Part of speech : conceivable adj.CONCERN

Vocabulary Item : concern (v) Synonym : be related, interestAntonym : not related, irrelevantTurkish Definition : ilgilenmek, ilgili olmakExample sentence : You had better not concern yourself with my problems.Translation : Benim problemlerimle ilgilenmesen iyi olur.Part of speech : concerned adj. concerning prep.

CONCESSION

Vocabulary Item : concession (n)Synonym : compromise, giving inAntonym : keep sth privateTurkish Definition : imtiyaz, hak, ödün, tavizExample sentence : The government has granted concessions to three private

telephone companiesTranslation : Hükümet üç telefon şirketine imtiyaz tanımayı garanti etti.Part of speech : concessional adj. concessionary adj.

CONCISELY

Vocabulary Item : concisely (adv)Synonym : briefly, shortly, in briefAntonym : in detailTurkish Definition : kısaca, özExample sentence : He has written his report clearly and concisely.Translation : Raporunu kısa ve öz bir şekilde yazdı. Part of speech : concise adj. conciseness n.

CONCLUSIVE

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Vocabulary Item : conclusive adj.Synonym : decisive, undisputableAntonym : inconclusive, vague, uncertainTurkish Definition : kesin, kati, tartışılmazExample sentence : They claim there is no conclusive evidence that any murders

take place.Translation : Herhangi bir cinayetin olduğuna dair kesin kanıt olmadığını iddia

ettiler. Part of speech : conclusively adv. conclusiveness n.

CONCRETE

Vocabulary Item : conrete (adj)Synonym : tangible, realAntonym : abstractTurkish Definition : somut, elle tutulur, betonExample sentence : There is no concrete evidence against her.Translation : Onun aleyhine somut bir kanıt yok.Part of speech : concretely adv. concreteness n

CONCURRENT

Vocabulary Item : concurrent (adj)Synonym : simultaneousAntonym : at different timesTurkish Definition : aynı anda, paralelExample sentence : Galerie St Etienne is holding three concurrent exhibitions.Translation : Galerie St Etienne aynı anda üç sergi düzenliyor.Part of speech : concurrently adv.

CONDEMN

Vocabulary Item : condemn (v)Synonym : denounceAntonym : praise, approve, denounceTurkish Definition : kınamak, yermekExample sentence : The terrorist actions have been condemnedTranslation : Terör eylemleri kınandı.Part of speech : condemnable adj. condemnation n. condemnatory adj.

CONDENSE

Vocabulary Item : condense (v)Synonym : compress, compactAntonym : expand, amplify Turkish Definition : yoğunlaştırmakExample sentence : Water vapour in the air condenses into fog.Translation : Havadaki su buharı yoğunlaşıp sise dönüşür.

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Part of speech : condensation

CONFIDENTIAL

Vocabulary Item : confidential (adj)Synonym : secret, intimateAntonym : publicTurkish Definition : gizliExample sentence : All information will be treated as strictly confidentialTranslation : Tüm bilgiler tamamiyle gizli kalmalıdır.Part of speech : confidentially adv. confidentiality n.

CONFINE

Vocabulary Item : confine (v)Synonym : limit, restrictAntonym : release, freeTurkish Definition : sınırlamakExample sentence : Please confine your use of the telephone to business callsTranslation : Lütfen iş görüşmelerinizdeki telefon kullanımını sınırlandırın.

CONFIRM

Vocabulary Item : confirm (v)Synonym : verify, substantiateAntonym : cancel, deny, rejectTurkish Definition : doğrulamak, teyit etmekExample sentence : Six people have confirmed that they will be attending and ten

haven't replied yetTranslation : 6 kişi katılacaklarını teyit ettiler ama 10 kişi henüz cevap vermedi.Part of speech : confirmation n.

CONFLICT

Vocabulary Item : conflict (n)Synonym : hostilityAntonym : agreementTurkish Definition : anlaşmazlık, çatışmaExample sentence : There was a lot of conflict between him and his fatherTranslation : Babasıyla arasında çok fazla anlaşmazlık vardı.Part of speech : conflicting adj.

CONFORM

Vocabulary Item : conform (v)Synonym : obey, comply with, abide byAntonym : violate, dissent, disagreeTurkish Definition : uymakExample sentence : At our school, you are required to conform the rules.Translation : Okulumuzda kurallara uymak zorundasınız.Part of speech : conformity n. conformist n.

CONFRONT

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Vocabulary Item : confront (v)Synonym : face up to, encounter, opposeAntonym : escapeTurkish Definition : karşılaşmakExample sentence : As she left the court, she was confronted by angry crowdsTranslation : Mahkemeyi terkederken kızgın kalabalıkla karşılaştı.Part of speech : confrontation n.

CONQUER

Vocabulary Item : conquer (v)Synonym : occupy Antonym : yield, withdrawTurkish Definition : fethetmek, işgal etmekExample sentence : England were conquered by the Normans in 1066Translation : İngiltere toprakları 1066’da Normanlar tarafından işgal edildi.Part of speech : conqueror n. conquest n.

CONSECUTIVE

Vocabulary Item : consecutive (adj)Synonym : successive, sequentialAntonym : discontinuousTurkish Definition : ard arda, birbirini takibenExample sentence : This is the fifth consecutive weekend that I've spent workingTranslation : Bu çalışarak geçirdiğim ardarda 5. haftasonu.Part of speech : consecutively adv.

CONSENSUS

Vocabulary Item : consensus (n)Synonym : agreement Antonym : disagreementTurkish Definition : genel anlaşmaExample sentence : Could we reach a consensus on this matter?Translation : Bu sorun üzerinde anlaşmaya varabilecekmiyiz?

CONSENT

Vocabulary Item : consent (n)Synonym : agreement, acceptanceAntonym : refuse, declineTurkish Definition : razı olma, kabullenmeExample sentence : They can't publish your name without your consentTranslation : Senin rızan olmadan ismini yayınlayamazlar.Part of speech : consent v.

CONSEQUENCE

Vocabulary Item : consequence (n)Synonym : result, effectAntonym : causeTurkish Definition : sonuç, etkiExample sentence : if you insist on eating so much, you'll have to take the

consequences!

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Translation : Çok yemek yemekte ısrar edersen,sonuçlarına katlanmak zorunda olacaksın.Part of speech : consequent adj. consequently adv.

CONSERVE

Vocabulary Item : conserve (v)Synonym : preserve, protect Antonym : neglect, destroyTurkish Definition : korumak, muhafaza etmekExample sentence : The nationalists are very keen to conserve their customs and

languageTranslation : Part of speech : conservation n. conservationist n.

CONSIDERABLE

Vocabulary Item : considerable (adj) Synonym : significant, substantial, greatAntonym : little, insignificant, trifflingTurkish Definition : büyük, önemli derecedeExample sentence : The fire caused considerable damage to the church.Translation : Yangın kilisede büyük ölçüde hasara sebep oldu. Part of speech : considerably adv.

CONSIDERATE

Vocabulary Item : considerate (adj)Synonym : thoughtfulAntonym : indifferentTurkish Definition : düşünceli, ince ruhluExample sentence : It wasn't very considerate of you to drink all the milkTranslation : Sütün hepsini içmen düşünceli bir davranış değildi.Part of speech : consideration n. consider v.

CONSISTENT

Vocabulary Item : consistent (adj)Synonym : steady, constantAntonym : inconsistent, incompatibleTurkish Definition : sürekli , istikrarlı, tutarlıExample sentence : Her work is sometimes good, but the problem is she's not

consistent.Translation : Çalışması bazen iyi ama sorun onun istikrarlı olmaması. Part of speech : consistency n. consistently adv.

CONSOLE

Vocabulary Item : console (v) Synonym : comfortAntonym : distress, hurtTurkish Definition : teselli etmek, rahatlatmakExample sentence : Andy tried to console her, but she kept saying it was all her own

faultTranslation : Andy onu teselli etmeye çalıştı fakat o tamamiyle kendi hatası olduğunu söylemeye devam etti.Part of speech : consolation n.

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CONSOLIDATE

Vocabulary Item : consolidate (v)Synonym : strenghten, fortify Antonym : weaken, dissectTurkish Definition : güçlendirmek, sağlamlaştırmakExample sentence : She hoped that marriage would consolidate their relationshipTranslation : Evliliğin, ilişkilerini kuvvetlendireceğini umuyordu.Part of speech : consolidation n.

CONSPIRACY

Vocabulary Item : conspiracy (n)Synonym : intrigue, trickeryTurkish Definition : entrika, söylentiExample sentence : I think there was a conspiracy to keep me out of the committeeTranslation : Bence, beni komitenin dışında tutmak için bir entrika vardı.

CONSTITUTE

Vocabulary Item : constitute (v) Synonym : compose, make up, formAntonym : destroy, collapseTurkish Definition : oluşturmakExample sentence : The under-18s constitute nearly 25% of the town's populationTranslation : 18 yaş altındakiler kasaba nüfusunun yaklaşık % 25 ini oluşturuyor. Part of speech : constitution n.   n

CONSTRAIN

Vocabulary Item : constrain (v) Synonym : force, compel, oblige, limitTurkish Definition : zorlamak, baskı altına almak, sınırlamakExample sentence : The country's progress was constrained by a leader who refused

to look forwardTranslation : Ülkenin gelişimi, ileriyi göremeyen bir lider yüzünden sınırlandı.Part of speech : constraint n. constrained adj.

CONSUME

Vocabulary Item : consume (v)Synonym : use up, depleteAntonym : produce, manufactureTurkish Definition : tüketmekExample sentence : He consumes vast quantities of chips with every meal.Translation : Her öğünde çok fazla miktarda cips tüketiyor.Part of speech : consumption n.

CONTAIN

Vocabulary Item : contain (v)Synonym : consist of, include, consist ofAntonym : exclude

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Turkish Definition : içermekExample sentence : I've lost a file containing a lot of important documentsTranslation : Çok önemli belgeleri içeren bir dosyayı kaybettim. Part of speech : container n. containerize v.

CONTAMINATE

Vocabulary Item : contaminate (v)Synonym : polluteAntonym : purify, cleanseTurkish Definition : kirletmekExample sentence : Much of the coast has been contaminated by nuclear wasteTranslation : Sahilin büyük bölümü nükleer atık nedeniyle kirlendi.Part of speech : contamination

CONTEMPLATE

Vocabulary Item : contemplate Synonym : think of, considerTurkish Definition : düşünmek, tasarlamakExample sentence I'm contemplating going abroad for a yearTranslation : Bir yıllığına yurt dışına çıkmayı düşünüyorum.Part of speech : contemplation n.

CONTEMPORARY

Vocabulary Item : contemporary (adj)Synonym : modernAntonym : old-fashioned, ancientTurkish Definition : çağdaşExample sentence : Most of the writers he was contemporary with were interested in

the same subjectsTranslation : Çağdaşı olduğu yazarların çoğu aynı konularla ilgilendi.Part of speech : contemporary n.

CONTEMPT

Vocabulary Item : contempt (n)Synonym : abhorance, disdainAntonym : respect, admireTurkish Definition : aşağılama, küçük görmeExample sentence : At school she had complete contempt for all her teachersTranslation : Part of speech : contemptible

CONTEND

Vocabulary Item : contend Synonym : claim, assert, allege, maintainTurkish Definition : iddia etmek, öne sürmekExample sentence : The lawyer contended (that) her client had never been near the

scene of the crimeTranslation :

CONTENT

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Vocabulary Item : content (adj)Synonym : satisfied, pleased, contendedAntonym : dissatisfiedTurkish Definition : hoşnut, memnunExample sentence : He seems fairly content with (his) life.Translation : Part of speech : content n. contented adj contentedly adv.

CONTENTIOUS

Vocabulary Item : contentious (adj)Synonym : controversialAntonym : clear, concise, undisputedTurkish Definition : tartışmalı, çelişkili Example sentence : She has some rather contentious views on educationTranslation : Part of speech : contention n. contentiousness n.

CONTEST

Vocabulary Item : contest (v)Synonym : challenge, dispute, compete forTurkish Definition : yarışmak, mücadele etmekExample sentence : The medal is being keenly contested by eight gymnastsTranslation : Part of speech : contest n.

CONTRADICT

Vocabulary Item : contradict (v)Synonym : counter, oppose, Antonym : accept, Turkish Definition : aksini söylemek, çelişmekExample sentence : He kept contradicting himself when we were arguingTranslation : Part of speech : contradiction n.

CONTRIVE

Vocabulary Item : contrive (v)Synonym : invent, devise, manageAntonym : fail Turkish Definition : icat etmek, yaratmakExample sentence : Somehow she contrived to get tickets for the concertTranslation : Part of speech : contrivance n.

CONTROVERSIAL

Vocabulary Item : controversial (adj)Synonym : debatable, arguableAntonym : undebetable, undisputedTurkish Definition : çelişkili, tartışmalıExample sentence : The book was on a very controversial issue.Translation :

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Part of speech : controversy n.

CONVENE

Vocabulary Item : convene (v)Synonym : meet, assembleAntonym : dismissTurkish Definition : toplanmakExample sentence : The council will be convening on the morning of the 25th.Translation : Part of speech : convention n.

CONVENIENT

Vocabulary Item : convenient (adj)Synonym : suitable, appropriateAntonym : inconvenient, useless, awkwardTurkish Definition : uygun, elverişliExample sentence : What time would it be convenient for me to come roundTranslation : Part of speech : conveniently adv. convenience n.

CONVERT

Vocabulary Item : convert (v)Synonym : turn into, alter, change, transformAntonym : keep stableTurkish Definition : dönüştürmek, değiştirmekExample sentence : He converted to (= starting believing in) Catholicism when he

got marriedTranslation : Part of speech : convert n. conversion n.

CONVEY

Vocabulary Item : convey (v) Synonym : carry, transfer, moveTurkish Definition : taşımak, nakletmekExample sentence : Could you convey a message to Mr Merrick for me, please?Translation : Part of speech : conveyance n.

CONVICT

Vocabulary Item : convict (v) (of)Synonym : find guiltyAntonym : acquitTurkish Definition : mahkum etmek, tutuklamakExample sentence : He has twice been convicted of robbery/arsonTranslation : Part of speech : conviction n.

CONVINCE

Vocabulary Item : convince (v)Synonym : persuade, win over, bring round

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Antonym : deterTurkish Definition : ikna etmekExample sentence : He managed to convince the jury of his innocenceTranslation : Part of speech : convinced

COPE WITH

Vocabulary Item : cope with (v)Synonym : deal with, manage, get byAntonym : ignoreTurkish Definition : başa çıkmak, uğraşmakExample sentence : It must be difficult to cope with three small children and a jobTranslation :

CORPORATE

Vocabulary Item : corporate (adj)Synonym : commercial Antonym : individualTurkish Definition : ticari, şirkete aitExample sentence : All adults take corporate responsibility for the upbringing of the

tribe's childrenTranslation : Part of speech : corporation n.

CORRESPONDING

Vocabulary Item : corresponding (adj)Synonym : equivalent, matching, parallelAntonym : irrelevantTurkish Definition : denk, tekabül edenExample sentence : As the course becomes more difficult, there's usually a

corresponding drop in attendanceTranslation : Part of speech : correspond v. correspondence n. correspondingly adv.

CORROBORATE

Vocabulary Item : corroborate (v)Synonym : confirm, back up, sıpportAntonym : refuse, reject, invalidateTurkish Definition : doğrulamak, teyit etmekExample sentence : Recent research seems to corroborate his theory.Translation : Part of speech : corroboration n.

CORRUPT

Vocabulary Item : corrupt (adj)Synonym : dishonest, immoralAntonym : honest, virtuousTurkish Definition : rüşvet alan, ahlaksızExample sentence : The whole system was corrupt - every official she approached

wanted money before helping her.

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Translation : Part of speech : corruption n. corrupt v. corruptible adj.

COURAGEOUS

Vocabulary Item : courageous (adj)Synonym : brave, bold, daringAntonym : coward, timid, fearfulTurkish Definition : cesur, cesaretliExample sentence : It was a courageous decision to resign.Translation : Part of speech : courage (n)

COURSE

Vocabulary Item : course (n)Synonym : route, way, direction, driftTurkish Definition : seyir, akış, yol, yönExample sentence : The pilot avoided a collision by changing courseTranslation :

CRAFT

Vocabulary Item : craft (n)Synonym : talent, ability, gift, knackTurkish Definition : beceri, hünerExample sentence : the craft of furniture making is very difficult.Translation : Part of speech : craft v. craftsman n.

CREDIBLE

Vocabulary Item : credible (adj)Synonym : believableAntonym : unbeliavable, incredible, unlikelyTurkish Definition : inanılabilirExample sentence : They haven't produced any credible evidence for convicting himTranslation : Part of speech : credibly adv.

CREEP

Vocabulary Item : creep (v)Synonym : crawl, sneak, wriggleAntonym : run, walkTurkish Definition : sürünmekExample sentence The spider crept up the wall.Translation : Part of speech : creeping adj

CRUCIAL

Vocabulary Item : crucial (adj)

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Synonym : important, vital, significantAntonym : trivial, unimportantTurkish Definition : önemliExample sentence : It is crucial that the problem is tackled immediately.Translation : Part of speech : crucially adv.

CRUDE

Vocabulary Item : crudeSynonym : raw, unrefined, unprocessed, simpleAntonym : refined, processedTurkish Definition : ham, işlenmemişExample sentence The soldiers used crude weaponsTranslation : Part of speech : crudely adv. crudeness n.

CRUEL

Vocabulary Item : cruel (adj)Synonym : brutal, merciless, pitilessAntonym : merciful, gentleTurkish Definition : zalim, acımasız, merhametsizExample sentence Children can be very cruel to each otherTranslation : Part of speech : cruelty n.

CULMINATE

Vocabulary Item : culminate (v)Synonym : reach the topAntonym : come to the bottom, fallTurkish Definition : zirveye ulaşmakExample sentence : Their many years of research have finally culminated in a cure

for the disease.Translation : Part of speech : culmination n.

CULPRIT

Vocabulary Item : culprit (n)Synonym : guilty, cause, reason, criminalAntonym : innocentTurkish Definition : suçluExample sentence : Police hope the public will help them find the culpritsTranslation :

CULTIVATE

Vocabulary Item : cultivate (v) Synonym : refine, make it ready for cropsAntonym : deteriorate, make worseTurkish Definition : toprağı işlemekExample sentence : Most of the land there is too poor to cultivateTranslation :

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Part of speech : cultivation n.

CURE

Vocabulary Item : cure (v)Synonym : treat, heal, find remedyAntonym : make worse, get illTurkish Definition : tedavi etmek, iyileştirmekExample sentence : At one time the doctors couldn't cure TB/cure people of TBTranslation : Part of speech : cure n.

CURB

Vocabulary Item : curb (v) Synonym : control, checkAntonym : indulgeTurkish Definition : kontrol altına almakExample sentence : The Government should act to curb tax evasion.Translation : Part of speech : curb n.

CURIOSITY

Vocabulary Item : curiosity (n)Synonym : interest, inquisitiveAntonym : being indifferentTurkish Definition : merak, ilgiExample sentence : I'm burning with curiosity - you must tell me who's wonTranslation : Part of speech : curious adj.

CURTAIL

Vocabulary Item : curtail (v)Synonym : reduce, decrease, abate, lessenAntonym : increase, enhanceTurkish Definition : azaltmak, kısaltmakExample sentence : The last government severely curtailed trade union rights.Translation : Part of speech : curtailment n.

CUSTODY

Vocabulary Item : custody (n)Synonym : confinement, jailAntonym : releaseTurkish Definition : nezaret, velayetExample sentence : The mother got/received custody (of the child).Translation : Part of speech : custodial adj.

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DDAMAGE

Vocabulary Item : damage (n)Synonym : harm, injuryAntonym : benefitTurkish Definition : zarar, ziyanExample sentence : Many buildings were badly damaged during the warTranslation : Part of speech : damages (tazminat) n.

DARING

Vocabulary Item : daring (adj)Synonym : brave, bold, courageous, dauntlessAntonym : cowardTurkish Definition : cesaretli, cüretkarExample sentence : She was wearing a rather daring (= sexually exciting) skirtTranslation : Part of speech : dare v.

DAWN

Vocabulary Item : dawn (n).Synonym : sunriseAntonym : sunset, endTurkish Definition : şafak, gündoğuşuExample sentence : We left as dawn was breakingTranslation : Part of speech : dawn v.

DAZZLE

Vocabulary Item : dazzle (v)Synonym : impress, astonish, surprise, perplexTurkish Definition : şaşırtmak, etkilemekExample sentence : I was dazzled by his charm and good looksTranslation : Part of speech : dazzling adj.

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DEAL

Vocabulary Item : deal (n) Synonym : agreementAntonym : disagreementTurkish Definition : anlaşma, uzlaşmaExample sentence 1) : I'll make/do a deal with you - you wash the car and I'll let you

use it tonightTranslation : Part of speech : dealer n.

DEAL WITH

Vocabulary Item : deal with (v)Synonym : cope with, handle, tackleAntonym : Turkish Definition : başetmek, ele almakExample sentence : Her new film deals with the relationship between a woman and

her sick daughterTranslation :

7. DEBATE

Vocabulary Item : debate (n)Synonym : discussion, arguementAntonym : agreementTurkish Definition : tartışmaExample sentence : Education is the current focus of public debateTranslation : Part of speech : debatable adj.

8. DECADE

Vocabulary Item : decade (n)Synonym : a 10-year periodTurkish Definition : on yılExample sentence : Translation :

9. DECADENCE

Vocabulary Item : decadence (n)Synonym : corruption Turkish Definition : çürüme, bozulmaExample sentence : Western decadence affected the whole world.Translation : Part of speech : decay v.

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DECEIT

Vocabulary Item : deceit (n)Synonym : deception, fraud, cheatingAntonym : honesty, sincerityTurkish Definition : aldatmaExample sentence : When the newspapers published the full story, all his earlier

deceits were revealedTranslation : Part of speech : deceitful adj.

DECENCY

Vocabulary Item : decency (n)Synonym : morality, propriety, modestyAntonym : indecencyTurkish Definition : uygunluk, edepli olmaExample sentence : She didn't even have the decency to apologizeTranslation : Part of speech :decent adj. decently adv.

DECENT

Vocabulary Item : decent (n)Synonym : appropriate, suitable, properAntonym : improper, Turkish Definition : uygunExample sentence : Everyone should be entitled to a decent wage/standard of livingTranslation : Part of speech : decency n. decently adv.

DECEPTION

Vocabulary Item : deception (n)Synonym : deceiving, dishonesty, trickeryAntonym : honestyTurkish Definition : aldatma, hilekarlıkExample sentence : He was found guilty of obtaining money by deceptionTranslation : Part of speech : deceive v.

DECLINE

Vocabulary Item : decline (v)Synonym : decrease, fall, refuseAntonym : increase, acceptTurkish Definition : düşüş, azalma, reddetmeExample sentence : His interest in the project declined after his wife diedTranslation : Part of speech : decline n.

15. DECREE

Vocabulary Item : decree (v)Synonym : declare, rule, commandTurkish Definition : kararlaştırmakExample sentence : The local council has decreed that the hospital should close

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Translation : Part of speech : decree (n)

DEDICATE

Vocabulary Item : dedicate (v) (to)Synonym : devote (to)Antonym : desecrateTurkish Definition : adamakExample sentence : He has dedicated his life to scientific research.Translation : Part of speech : dedication n.

DEDUCE FROM

Vocabulary Item : deduce from (v)Synonym : infer fromAntonym : guess, predictTurkish Definition : çıkarım yapmak Example sentence : The police have deduced that he must have left his apartment

yesterday eveningTranslation : Part of speech : deduction n.

DEFEAT

Vocabulary Item : defeat (v)Synonym : beat, overcomeAntonym : win, gainTurkish Definition : yenmek, bozguna uğratmakExample sentence : If we can defeat the Italian team, we'll be through to the finalTranslation : Part of speech : defeat n.

DEFECT

Vocabulary Item : defect (n)Synonym : fault, errorAntonym : perfectionTurkish Definition : kusur, eksiklikExample sentence : There are so many defects in our education systemTranslation : Part of speech : defective adj.

DEFER

Vocabulary Item : defer (v)Synonym : put off, postponeAntonym : hurry, hasten, quickenTurkish Definition : ertelemekExample sentence : Can we defer making a decision until next weekTranslation : Part of speech : deferment n.

DEFY

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Vocabulary Item : defy (v)Synonym : challenge, dare, opposeAntonym : cower, shrinkTurkish Definition : meydan okumak Example sentence : A few workers have defied the majority decision and gone into

work despite the strikeTranslation : Part of speech : defiance n.

DEFICIENCY

Vocabulary Item : deficiency (n)Synonym : inadequacy, insufficiency, lackAntonym : abundance, plenty, profusionTurkish Definition : eksiklik Example sentence : Pregnant women often suffer from iron deficiencyTranslation : Part of speech : deficit n.

DEFINITE

Vocabulary Item : definite (adj)Synonym : specific, particular, exact, preciseAntonym : vague, ambiguous, Turkish Definition : kesin, belirginExample sentence : The date for the meeting is now definite: 5th March.Translation : Part of speech : definitive adj. definitely adv.

DELAY

Vocabulary Item : delay (v)Synonym : defer, put off, postponeAntonym : advance, hastenTurkish Definition : geciktirmekExample sentence : My plane was delayed by an hourTranslation : Part of speech : delay n. delayed adj.

DELIBERATELY

Vocabulary Item : deliberately (adv)Synonym : intentionally, on purposeAntonym : accidentally, by chanceTurkish Definition : kasıtlı, bilerekExample sentence : I'm sure he says these things deliberately (= intentionally) to

annoy me.Translation : Part of speech : deliberate (adj) deliberation n.

DELICATE

Vocabulary Item : delicate (adj)Synonym : fragile, subtle

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Antonym : coarse, thick, strongTurkish Definition : kırılgan, ince, zarifExample sentence : Delicate plants need to be kept in a greenhouse during the

winterTranslation : Part of speech : delicacy n.

DELINQUENCY

Vocabulary Item : delinquency (n)Synonym : misdeed, misconduct Antonym : innocenceTurkish Definition : suçlulukExample sentence : There is a high rate of juvenile delinquency in this areaTranslation : Part of speech : delinquent adj.

DELINEATE

Vocabulary Item : delineate (v)Synonym : describe, portrayAntonym : mispresent, exaggerateTurkish Definition : tasvir etmek, betimlemekExample sentence : The main characters are clearly delineated in the first chapter of

the bookTranslation : Part of speech : delineation n.

DELUSION

Vocabulary Item : delusion (n)Synonym : illusion, fallacy, deceptionTurkish Definition : yanılma, hileExample sentence : He's under the delusion that he will be promoted this yearTranslation : Part of speech : delusive adj. delusively adv.

DEMOLISH

Vocabulary Item : demolish (v)Synonym : destroy, pull down, collapseAntonym : erect, build, constructTurkish Definition : yıkmak, çökertmekExample sentence : A number of houses were demolished so that the supermarket

could be builtTranslation : Part of speech : demolition n.

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DEMONSTRATE

Vocabulary Item : demonstrate (v)Synonym : show, display, indicateAntonym : hide, disproveTurkish Definition : göstermekExample sentence : These problems demonstrate the importance of strategic

planningTranslation : Part of speech : demonstration n.

DENOUNCE

Vocabulary Item : denounce (v)Synonym : condemnAntonym : praiseTurkish Definition : kınamakExample sentence : The government's economic policy has been denounced on all

sidesTranslation : Part of speech : denunciation n.

DENSITY

Vocabulary Item : density (n)Synonym : solidity, massivenessAntonym : being sparse or scatteredTurkish Definition : yoğunlukExample sentence : The area has a high/low population densityTranslation : Part of speech : dense adj.

DEPART

Vocabulary Item : depart (v)Synonym : leave, set offAntonym : arrive, comeTurkish Definition : ayrılmakExample sentence : The train for London departs from Platform 2Translation : Part of speech : departure n.

DEPICT

Vocabulary Item : depictSynonym : show, represent, drawAntonym : hideTurkish Definition : göstermekExample sentence : Her paintings depict the lives of ordinary people in the last

centuryTranslation : Part of speech : depiction n.

DEPLETE

Vocabulary Item : deplete (v)Synonym : use up, consume, exhaust

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Antonym : produce, manufactureTurkish Definition : tüketmekExample sentence : If we continue to deplete the Earth's natural esources, we will

cause serious damage to the environmentTranslation : Part of speech : depletion n.

DEPLORE

Vocabulary Item : deplore (v)Synonym : regret, feel sorryAntonym : feel happy, be pleasedTurkish Definition : üzüntü duymakExample sentence : We deeply deplore the loss of life.Translation : Part of speech : deplorable adj deplorably adv.

DEPRECIATE

Vocabulary Item : depreciate (v)Synonym : decline in valueAntonym : appreciateTurkish Definition : değer kaybet(tir)mekExample sentence : Our car depreciated (by) £1500 in the first year we owned it.Translation : Arabamız aldığımız ilk yıl 1500 pound değer kaybetti.Part of speech : depreciation n.

DEPRIVE

Vocabulary Item : deprive (v) (of)Synonym : take awayAntonym : provide, supplyTurkish Definition : yoksun bırakmakExample sentence : You can't function properly when you're deprived of sleep.Translation : Uykudan yoksun kaldığında normal hareket edemezsin.Part of speech : deprivation n.

DESCEND

Vocabulary Item : descend (v)Synonym : drop, fall, go downAntonym : ascendTurkish Definition : inmek, alçalmakExample sentence : Jane descended the stairsTranslation : Jane merdivenlerden indi.Part of speech : descent n.

DESCENT

Vocabulary Item : descent (n)Synonym : ancestry, originTurkish Definition : soy, kökenExample sentence : She's a woman of mixed/French descentTranslation : O Fransız soyundan bir bayandır.

DESERT

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Vocabulary Item : desert (v)Synonym : abandon, give upAntonym : arrive, hugTurkish Definition : terketmekExample sentence : He deserted his wife and family for another womanTranslation : Başka bir kadın için karısını ve ailesini terketti. Part of speech : deserted adj. desertion n.

DESERVE

Vocabulary Item : deserve (v)Synonym : merit, to be entitled toAntonym : lose, missTurkish Definition : haketmek, layık olmakExample sentence : I hope they get the punishment they deserve.Translation : Umarım hakettikleri cezayı alırlar.Part of speech : deserved adj. deservedly adv. deserving adj.

DESPAIR

Vocabulary Item : despair (v)Synonym : lose all hopeAntonym : endureTurkish Definition : umudunu yitirmekExample sentence : Don't despair! We'll find a way out!Translation : Umudunu kaybetme ! Bir çıkış yolu bulacağız.Part of speech : despair n.

DESPISE

Vocabulary Item : despise (v)Synonym : look down on, scorn, dislikeAntonym : appraise, respect, regardTurkish Definition : aşağılamak, küçümsemekExample sentence : She despised him for the way he treated her sisterTranslation : Kızkardeşine davranma tarzından dolayı onu aşağıladı.Part of speech : despicable adj. despicably adv.

DESTINY

Vocabulary Item : destiny (n)Synonym : fate, lot, fortune Turkish Definition : kaderExample sentence : The destiny of our nation depends on this vote!Translation : Milletimizin kaderi bu oylara bağlıdır.Part of speech : destination n.

DETECT

Vocabulary Item : detect (v)Synonym : notice, discover, distinguishAntonym : ignoreTurkish Definition : farketmek, tespit etmek

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Example sentence : Some sounds cannot be detected by the human ear.Translation : Bazı sesler insan kulağı tarafından ayırt edilemez.Part of speech : detection n. detectable adj. detection n. detector

DETENTION

Vocabulary Item : detention (n)Synonym : arrest, custodyAntonym : releaseTurkish Definition : gözaltına almaExample sentence : The detention of the suspect by the police was not as difficult as

it was expectedTranslation : Şüphelinin polis tarafından gözaltına alınması beklendiği kadar zor olmadı. Part of speech : detain v. detainee n. detention n.

DETER

Vocabulary Item : deter (v) (from)Synonym : discourage, dissuadeAntonym : encourageTurkish Definition : caydırmakExample sentence : High prices are deterring many young people from buying

housesTranslation : Yüksek fiyatlar birçok genç insanı ev almaktan caydırıyor.Part of speech : deterrence n.

DETERIORATE

Vocabulary Item : deteriorate (v)Synonym : get worseAntonym : improveTurkish Definition : kötüleşmek, bozulmakExample sentence : The political situation in the region has deteriorated rapidlyTranslation : Bölgedeki siyasi durum hızla bozuldu.Part of speech : deterioration n.

DETERMINE

Vocabulary Item : determine (v)Synonym : decide, ascertainAntonym : vacillate, waverTurkish Definition : karar vermekExample sentence : People should be allowed to determine their own futureTranslation : İnsanların kendi geleceklerine karar vermelerine izin verilmelidir.Part of speech : determination n.

DETRIMENT

Vocabulary Item : detriment (n) (of)Synonym : harm, damageAntonym : benefit, remedy, improvement

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Turkish Definition : zarar, ziyanExample sentence : Are you sure that I can follow this diet without detriment to my

health?Translation : Bu diyeti sağlığıma zarar vermeden uygulayabileceğime eminmisiniz?Part of speech : detrimental adj

DEVASTATE

Vocabulary Item : devastate (v)Synonym : destroy, wreck, ruinAntonym : build up, erect, restoreTurkish Definition : yıkmak, tahrip etmekExample sentence : The villages of thousands of people were devastated; therefore

they fled to the mountains.Translation : Part of speech : devastating adj. devastated adj. devastation n.

DEVIATE

Vocabulary Item : deviate (v)Synonym : move away, divergeAntonym : adhere, coincide, convergeTurkish Definition : sapmak, yön değiştirmekExample sentence : The recent pattern of weather deviates from the norm for this

time of year.Translation : Part of speech : deviation n.

DEVOID

Vocabulary Item : devoid (adj) (of)Synonym : lackingAntonym : full, supplied, providedTurkish Definition : yoksunExample sentence : Their apartment is devoid of all comfortsTranslation :

DEVOUT

Vocabulary Item : devout (adj)Synonym : religiousAntonym : irreligious, indifferentTurkish Definition : dindarExample sentence : He is a devout churchgoerTranslation : Part of speech : devoutly adv. devoutness n.

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DIFFERENTIATE

Vocabulary Item : differentiate (v)Synonym : discriminate, distinguishAntonym : unite, generalizeTurkish Definition : ayırtetmekExample sentence : We do not differentiate between our workers on the basis of

their background or ethnic origin.Translation : Part of speech : differentiation n.

DIFFUSE

Vocabulary Item : diffuse (v)Synonym : scatter, spreadAntonym : assemble, drawTurkish Definition : yaymakExample sentence : Oxygen diffuses from the lungs into the bloodstreamTranslation : Part of speech : diffusion n. diffuse adj.

DILATE

Vocabulary Item : dilate (v)Synonym : expand, enlargeAntonym : minimize, compressTurkish Definition : genişlemekExample sentence : The pupils of the eyes dilate as darkness increasesTranslation : Part of speech : dilation

DILEMMA

Vocabulary Item : dilemma (n)Synonym : controversyTurkish Definition : ikilem, çelişkiExample sentence : The President is clearly in a dilemma about/over how to tackle

the crisis.Translation :

DILIGENT

Vocabulary Item : diligent (adj)Synonym : hardworking, studious, industriousAntonym : lazy, Turkish Definition : çalışkanExample sentence : Their lawyer was extremely diligent in preparing their case.Translation : Part of speech : diligence n.

DIM

Vocabulary Item : dim (adj)

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Synonym : not bright, darkishAntonym : brightTurkish Definition : karanlık, loşExample sentence : He sat in a dim corner of the waiting-roomTranslation : Part of speech : dim v. dimly adv. dimness n.

DIMINISH

Vocabulary Item : diminish (v)Synonym : decrease, abate, allay, subsideAntonym : increase, magnify, expandTurkish Definition : azal(t)makExample sentence : We've seen our house diminish greatly/sharply/substantially in

value over the last six monthsTranslation : Part of speech : diminution n.

DISASTER

Vocabulary Item : disaster (n)Synonym : calamity, catastropheAntonym : prosperity, blessingTurkish Definition : felaketExample sentence : This is one of the worst natural disasters ever to befall the areTranslation : Part of speech : disastrous adj.

DISCERN

Vocabulary Item : discern (v)Synonym : perceive, notice, seeAntonym : neglect, miss, overlookTurkish Definition : algılamakExample sentence : I could just discern a figure in the darknessTranslation : Part of speech : discernible adj. discernibly adv.

DISCREPANCY

Vocabulary Item : discrepancy (n)Synonym : difference, inconsistencyAntonym : similarityTurkish Definition : tutarsızlık, farklılıkExample sentence : There is some discrepancy between the two accounts Translation : Part of speech : discrepant adj.

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DISCREET

Vocabulary Item : discreet (adj)Synonym : wise, discerning, considerateAntonym : careless, reckless, foolishTurkish Definition : ayrı, belirgin, akıllı, gizliExample sentence : The family made discreet enquiries about his backgroundTranslation : Part of speech : discretion

DISCRIMINATE

Vocabulary Item : discriminate (v)Synonym : differentiate, distinguishAntonym : She felt she had been discriminated against because of her age.Turkish Definition : ayırdetmekExample sentence : She felt she had been discriminated against because of her age.Translation : Part of speech : discrimination n. discriminatory n.

DISDAIN

Vocabulary Item : disdain (n)Synonym : scorn, despise, disregardAntonym : respect, admireTurkish Definition : küçümseme, hor görmeExample sentence : He regards the political process with disdainTranslation : Part of speech : disdainful (adj)

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Vocabulary Item : dismay (v)Synonym : discourage, appall, frightenAntonym : encourageTurkish Definition : korkutmak, cesaretini kırmakExample sentence 1) : The supporters watched in/with dismay as their team lost 6-0Translation : Part of speech : dismay n.

DISMISS

Vocabulary Item : dismiss (v)Synonym : fire, sackAntonym : employ, recruitTurkish Definition : kovmakExample sentence : He has been dismissed from his job for incompetence

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Translation : Part of speech : dismissal n.

DISPARITY

Vocabulary Item : disparity (n)Synonym : difference, gapAntonym : the disparity between rich and poor is growingTurkish Definition : farklılıkExample sentence : Translation :

DISPENSE

Vocabulary Item : dispense (v) (with)Synonym : do withoutAntonym : have, possess, ownTurkish Definition : -sız yapmakExample sentence : They've had to dispense with a lot of luxuries since Mike lost his

jobTranslation :

DISPERSE

Vocabulary Item : disperse (v)Synonym : scatter, dispel, diffuseAntonym : gather, collect, concentrateTurkish Definition : dağıtmak, dağılmakExample sentence : When the rain came down the crowds started to disperseTranslation : Part of speech : dispersal n. dispersion n.

DISPLAY

Vocabulary Item : display (v)Synonym : show, exhibit, portrayAntonym : hideTurkish Definition : göstermek, sergilemekExample sentence : The British traditionally tend not to display much emotion in

publicTranslation : Part of speech : display n.

DISPOSE

Vocabulary Item : dispose (v) (of)Synonym : throw out, get rid of, discardAntonym : absorb, take inTurkish Definition : atmak, kurtulmak, yenmekExample sentence : It took a mere five minutes for the world champion to dispose of

(= defeat) his opponentTranslation : Part of speech : disposal n.

DISPUTE

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Vocabulary Item : dispute (v)Synonym : debate, argueAntonym : grant, relinguishTurkish Definition : tartışmakExample sentence : The circumstances of her death have been hotly disputed.Translation : Part of speech : disputed adj. disputable adj. disputation n.

DISRUPT

Vocabulary Item : disrupt (v)Synonym : interrupt, break, disturb, upsetAntonym : keep in orderTurkish Definition : aksatmak, bozmakExample sentence : A heavy fall of snow had disrupted the city's transport systemTranslation : Part of speech : disruption n. disruptive adj.

DISSOLVE

Vocabulary Item : dissolve (v)Synonym : melt, thaw, Antonym : solidifyTurkish Definition : eritmekExample sentence : Nitric acid will dissolve most animal tissueTranslation :

DISTINCTIVE

Vocabulary Item : distinctive (adj)Synonym : unique, distinguishingAntonym : indefinite, vagueTurkish Definition : belirgin, ayrıExample sentence : She's got a very distinctive voiceTranslation : Part of speech : distinction n.

DISTINGUISH

Vocabulary Item : distinguish (v)Synonym : differentiateAntonym : uniteTurkish Definition : ayırt etmek, ayırmakExample sentence : I sometimes have difficulty distinguishing Spanish from

PortugueseTranslation : Part of speech : distinguished adj.

DIVERGE

Vocabulary Item : diverge (v)Synonym : deviate, move awayAntonym : join, converge

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Turkish Definition : sapmak, yön değiştirmekExample sentence : They walked along the road together until they reached the

village, but then their paths diverged.Translation : Part of speech : divergence n. divergent adj

DIVERT

Vocabulary Item : divert (v)Synonym : distract, deviate, shiftTurkish Definition : yön değiştirmekExample sentence : Our flight had to be diverted to Stansted because of the storm.Translation : Part of speech : deviersion n.

DIVINE

Vocabulary Item : divine (adj)Synonym : godlike, heavenlyAntonym : human, earthlyTurkish Definition : ilahi, tanrısalExample sentence : Some fans seem to regard footballers as divine beingsTranslation :

DOMINATE

Vocabulary Item : dominate (v)Synonym : manage, rule smbAntonym : be inferiorTurkish Definition : baskın olma hakim olmakExample sentence : He refuses to let others speak and dominates every meetingTranslation : Part of speech : dominating adj. domination n.DONATE

Vocabulary Item : donate (v)Synonym : give, contributeAntonym : take, get,obtainTurkish Definition : bağış yapmakExample sentence : An anonymous businesswoman donated one million dollars to

the charityTranslation : Part of speech : donation n.

DRASTIC

Vocabulary Item : drastic (adj)Synonym : radical, far-reachingAntonym : known, usualTurkish Definition : köklü, sertExample sentence The government must take drastic measuresTranslation : Part of speech : drastically adv.

DRAWBACK

Vocabulary Item : drawback (n)

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Synonym : pitfall, shortcoming, disadvantage, obstacleAntonym : advantage, merit, plusTurkish Definition : kusur, sakıncaExample sentence : One of the drawbacks of living with someone is having to share

a bathroomTranslation :

DROUGHT

Vocabulary Item : drought (n)Synonym : dry seasonAntonym : wet season, precipitation.Turkish Definition : kuraklıkExample sentence This year (a) severe drought has ruined the crops.Translation :

DULL

Vocabulary Item : dull (adj)Synonym : boring, tediousAntonym : enjoyable, entertainingTurkish Definition : sıkıcıExample sentence He's pleasant enough, but deadly dull (= very boring).Translation : Part of speech : dullness n. dully adv.

DURABLE

Vocabulary Item : durable (adj)Synonym : long-lasting, strong, enduringAntonym : perishableTurkish Definition : dayanıklıExample sentence The machines have to be made of durable materialsTranslation : Part of speech : durability

DWARF

Vocabulary Item : dwarf (n)Synonym : very short personAntonym : tallTurkish Definition : cüceExample sentence Snow White and the Seven Dwarves is known by everybody.Translation : Part of speech : dwarf v.

DWELL

Vocabulary Item : dwell (v) (on)Synonym : live, inhabitAntonym : visit

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Turkish Definition : yaşamak, yerleşmekExample sentence She dwelt in remote parts of Asia for many years.Translation : Part of speech : dweller n. dwelling n.

DWINDLE

Vocabulary Item : dwindle (v)Synonym : decrease, diminish, alleviate, diminishAntonym : grow, increaseTurkish Definition : azalmakExample sentence : The community has dwindled to a tenth of its former size in the

last two years.Translation : Part of speech : dwindling adj.

EEASE

Vocabulary Item : ease (v)Synonym : make easier, facilitate, lessen, alleviateAntonym : aggravateTurkish Definition : kolaylaştırmak, azal(t)makExample sentence These pills should ease the painTranslation : Part of speech : ease n.

EDIBLE

Vocabulary Item : edible (adj) Synonym : can be eatenAntonym : inedibleTurkish Definition : yenilebilirExample sentence :Only the leaves of the plant are edibleTranslation :

EFFECT

Vocabulary Item : effect (n)Synonym : influence, impactTurkish Definition : etkiExample sentence : The radiation leak has had a disastrous effect on/upon the

environment.Translation : Part of speech : affect v. effective adj. effectively adv.

EFFICIENCY

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Vocabulary Item : efficiency (n)Synonym : effectiveness Antonym : ineffectiveness, incompetenceTurkish Definition : verimlilik, etkili olmaExample sentence : What is so impressive about their society is the efficiency of the

public services.Translation : Part of speech : efficient adj.

EJECT

Vocabulary Item : eject (v)Synonym : force out, evictAntonym : retain, absorb, take inTurkish Definition : çıkartmakExample sentence : The coffee machine suddenly ejected a handful of coins.Translation : Part of speech : ejection n.

ELABORATE

Vocabulary Item : elaborate (adj)Synonym : detailed, complicated, intricateAntonym : simple, unadornedTurkish Definition : ayrıntılı, karmaşıkExample sentence : They're making the most elaborate preparations for the

wedding.Translation : Part of speech : elaboration n. elaborately adv.

ELEVATE

Vocabulary Item : elevate (v)Synonym : raise, heighten, lift upAntonym : lower,degradeTurkish Definition : yükseltmekExample sentence : The platform was elevated by means of hydraulic legsTranslation : Part of speech : elevator n.

ELICIT

Vocabulary Item : elicit (v) Synonym : obtain, get, extract, evoke, draw outAntonym : gve away, donateTurkish Definition : almak, elde etmek, ortaya çıkarmakExample sentence : They were able to elicit the support of the publicTranslation :

ELIGIBLE

Vocabulary Item : eligible (adj)Synonym : suitable, appropriate

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Antonym : ineligible, ordinaryTurkish Definition : uygunExample sentence : Only people over 18 are eligible to vote.Translation : Part of speech : eligibility n.

ELIMINATE

Vocabulary Item : eliminate (v)Synonym : get rid of, eradicate, do away withAntonym : recruit, employTurkish Definition : ortadan kaldırmak, elemekExample sentence He was eliminated in the third round of the competitionTranslation : Part of speech : elimination n.

ELUDE

Vocabulary Item : elude (v)Synonym : escape, evade, avoidAntonym : achieve, obtainTurkish Definition : sıyırmakExample sentence The gold medal continues to elude her.Translation :

EMANCIPATED

Vocabulary Item : emancipated (v)Synonym : liberated, freeAntonym : captivateTurkish Definition : özgür, serbestExample sentence : The twenties and sixties are often regarded as the most

emancipated decades.Translation : Part of speech : emancipate v. emancipation n.

EMBARK

Vocabulary Item : embark (v) (on)Synonym : start, initiateAntonym : finish, endTurkish Definition : başlamakExample sentence We're embarking upon a new project later this year.Translation :

EMBEZZLE

Vocabulary Item : embezzle (v)Synonym : steal Antonym : donate, give awayTurkish Definition : zimmetine geçirmekExample sentence She embezzled thousands of dollars from the charityTranslation : Part of speech : embezzlement n. embezzler n.

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EMBODY

Vocabulary Item : embody (v)Synonym : symbolize, stand for, representAntonym : excludeTurkish Definition : simgelemek, temsil etmekExample sentence She embodied good sportsmanship on the playing fieldTranslation : Part of speech : embodiment n.

EMERGE

Vocabulary Item : emerge (v) (from)Synonym : develope out of, come out, appearAntonym : disappear, departTurkish Definition : ortaya çıkmak, -den gelişmekExample sentence The Prince emerged unscathed from the scandal.Translation : Part of speech : emergence n. emerging adj.

EMINENT

Vocabulary Item : eminent (adj)Synonym : famous, well-known, reputed, prominentAntonym : notorious, mediocreTurkish Definition : seçkin, ünlü, bilinenExample sentence He is though to be an eminent historianTranslation : Part of speech : eminence n.

EMIT

Vocabulary Item : emit (v)Synonym : release, send out, give outAntonym : absorb, retain, withholdTurkish Definition : yaymak, çıkarmak, salıvermekExample sentence : The machine emits a high-pitched sound when you press the

button.Translation : Part of speech : emission n.

EMPHASIZE

Vocabulary Item : emphasize (v)Synonym : stress Antonym : understateTurkish Definition : vurgulamakExample sentence : I'd just like to emphasize how important it is for people to learn

foreign languagesTranslation : Part of speech : emphasis n.

EMPIRICAL

Vocabulary Item : empirical (adj)Synonym : experimental, empirical

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Turkish Definition : deneyselExample sentence : This theory needs to be backed up with solid empirical

data/evidence.Translation : Part of speech : empirically adv. empiricism n. empiricist n.

ENCOUNTER

Vocabulary Item : encounter (v)Synonym : face, confrontAntonym : escapeTurkish Definition : karşılaşmakExample sentence : When did you first encounter these difficulties?Translation :

ENDEAVOR

Vocabulary Item : endeavor (v)Synonym : strive, try hardAntonym : ignoreTurkish Definition : çaba göstermekExample sentence : Engineers are endeavouring to locate the source of the problemTranslation :Part of speech : endeavor n.

ENDORSE

Vocabulary Item : endorse (v)Synonym : approve, ratify, supportTurkish Definition : doğrulamak, onaylamak, desteklemekExample sentence : I fully endorse everything the Chairperson has said.Translation : Part of speech :endorsement n.

ENDOW

Vocabulary Item : endow (v)Synonym : grant, provide, supplyAntonym : deprive, stripTurkish Definition : bağışlamak, vermekExample sentence : This hospital was endowed by the citizens of Strasbourg in the

16th century.Translation : Part of speech : endowment n.

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ENDURE

Vocabulary Item : endure (v)Synonym : bear, tolerate, put up withAntonym : can’t stand, can’t bearTurkish Definition : dayanmak, katlanmakExample sentence : She's had to endure three painful operations on her leg.Translation : Part of speech : endurance n.

ENHANCE

Vocabulary Item : enhance (v)Synonym : increase, improveAntonym : decrease, diminishTurkish Definition : artırmakExample sentence : These scandals will not enhance the organization's

reputation/image.Translation : Part of speech : enhancement n. enhancer n.

ENLIGHTEN

Vocabulary Item : enlighten (v)Synonym : shed light onAntonym : darkenTurkish Definition : aydınlatmakExample sentence : I don't understand this. Could you enlighten me?Translation : Part of speech : enlightened adj. enlightenment n.

ENORMOUS

Vocabulary Item : enormous (adj)Synonym : tremendous, vastAntonym : tiny, smallTurkish Definition : büyük, devhassaExample sentence : He earns an enormous salary.Translation : Part of speech : enormously adv. enormousness n.

ENSURE

Vocabulary Item : ensure (v)Synonym : make sure, secureAntonym : neglectTurkish Definition : temin etmek, sağlamakExample sentence : The airline is taking steps to ensure safety on its aircraft.

ENTAIL

Vocabulary Item : entail (v) Synonym : require, necessitate

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Antonym : prevent, nullifyTurkish Definition : gerektirmekExample sentence : Such a large investment inevitably entails some riskTranslation :

ENTERPRISE

Vocabulary Item : enterprise (n)Synonym : venture, projectTurkish Definition : girişim, teşebbüsExample sentence : Don't forget this is a commercial enterprise - we're here to make

moneyTranslation : Part of speech : enterprising adj.

ENTHUSIASTIC

Vocabulary Item : enthusiastic (adj)Synonym : eager, earnestAntonym : unwilling, reluctantTurkish Definition : istekli, hevesliExample sentence : You don't seem very enthusiastic about the party - don't you

want to go tonight?Translation : Part of speech : enthusiastically adv. enthusiasm n.

ENTIRE

Vocabulary Item : entire (adj)Synonym : whole, completeAntonym : partial, incomplete, brokenTurkish Definition : bütün, tümExample sentence : He'd spent the entire journey asleepTranslation : Part of speech : entirely (adv)

ENTITLE

Vocabulary Item : entitle (v)Synonym : warrant, give right toAntonym : disable, disqualifyTurkish Definition : hak vermek, yetki vermekExample sentence : Being unemployed entitles you to free medical treatmentTranslation : Part of speech : entitled adj.

ENTREPRENEUR

Vocabulary Item : entrepreneur (n)Synonym : capitalist, industrialistTurkish Definition : girişimci, yatırımcıExample sentence : He was one of the entrepreneurs of the eighties who made their

money in propertyTranslation : Part of speech : entrepreneurial adj.

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EPIDEMIC

Vocabulary Item : epidemic (adj)Synonym : prevalent, widespread, rampantAntonym : Turkish Definition : salgınExample sentence : Poverty in this country has reached epidemic proportionsTranslation : Part of speech : epidemic n.

EQUIP

Vocabulary Item : Equip (v)Synonym : furnish, supplyAntonym : Turkish Definition : donatmakExample sentence : It's going to cost $4 million to equip the hospital.Translation :

ERA

Vocabulary Item : era (n)Synonym : age, periodAntonym : Turkish Definition : çağ, dönemExample sentence : The fall of the Berlin wall marked the end of an era.Translation :

ERADICATE

Vocabulary Item : eradicate (v)Synonym : get rid of, wipe out, eliminateAntonym : Turkish Definition : yok etmek, kökünü kazmakExample sentence : The disease which once claimed millions of lives has now been

eradicated.Translation : Part of speech : eradication n.

ERECT

Vocabulary Item : erect (v)Synonym : build up, put upAntonym : Turkish Definition : dikmek, inşa etmekExample sentence : The soldiers had erected barricades to protect themselves.Translation : Part of speech : erection n.

ERRONEOUS

Vocabulary Item : erroneous (adj)Synonym : incorrect, wrong

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Antonym : perfectTurkish Definition : hatalıExample sentence an erroneous beliefTranslation : Part of speech : error n. erroneously adv.

ERUDITE

Vocabulary Item : erudite Synonym : knowlegable, learnedAntonym : illiterate, ignorantTurkish Definition : bilgiliExample sentence :He's the author of an erudite book on Scottish historyTranslation : Part of speech : erudition n.

ERUPT

Vocabulary Item : erupt (v)Synonym : explode, emit, break outTurkish Definition : patlamak, püskürtmekExample sentence : Since the volcano last erupted, many houses have been built in

a dangerous position on its slopesTranslation : Part of speech : eruption n.

ESCALATE

Vocabulary Item : escalate (v)Synonym : increase, intensifyAntonym : decrease, diminish, allayTurkish Definition : tırmanmak, artmakExample sentence His financial problems escalated after he became unemployedTranslation : Part of speech : escalation n.

ESSENCE

Vocabulary Item : essence (n)Synonym : basic nature, essential qualityTurkish Definition : öz, esasExample sentence : vanilla essence is my favouriteTranslation :

ESSENTIAL

Vocabulary Item : essential (adj)Synonym : necessary, indispensibleAntonym : unnecesary, redundantTurkish Definition : gerekli, vazgeçilemeyenExample sentence : Government support will be essential if the project is to succeedTranslation : Part of speech : essential n.

ESTABLISH

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Vocabulary Item : establish (v)Synonym : found, set upAntonym : demolish, destructTurkish Definition : kurmakExample sentence : brewery was established in 1822.Translation : Part of speech : establishment n.

ESTEEM

Vocabulary Item : esteem (n)Synonym : respect, regardAntonym : disrespectTurkish Definition : saygıExample sentence : There has been a drop in public esteem for teachersTranslation : Part of speech : esteem v.

ETERNAL

Vocabulary Item : eternal (adj)Synonym : infinite, endlessAntonym : temporary, Turkish Definition : sonsuz, bitmeyenExample sentence : Will you two never stop your eternal arguingTranslation : Part of speech : eternally adv.

EVACUATE

Vocabulary Item : evacuate (v)Synonym : emptyAntonym : seize, occupy, fillTurkish Definition : boşaltmak, tahliye etmekExample sentence : The police evacuated the village shortly before the explosionTranslation : Part of speech : evacuation n.

EVADE

Vocabulary Item : evade (v)Synonym : escape, avoidAntonym : stay, keep standstillTurkish Definition : kaçırmak, kurtulmakExample sentence : Just give me an answer and stop evading the question!Translation : Part of speech : evasion n.

EVALUATE

Vocabulary Item : evaluate (v)

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Synonym : assess, appraiseAntonym : ignoreTurkish Definition : değerlendirmekExample sentence : It's impossible to evaluate these results without knowing more

about the research methods employed.Translation : Part of speech : evaluation n. evaluative adj.

EVAPORATE

Vocabulary Item : evaporate (v)Synonym : vanish, dissolve, disappearAntonym : solidify, hardenTurkish Definition : buharlaşmak, yok olmakExample sentence : Plants keep cool during the summer by evaporating water from

their leaves.Translation : Part of speech : evaporation n.

EVASIVE

Vocabulary Item : evasive (adj)Synonym : elusiveAntonym : straightforwardTurkish Definition : kaçamaklıExample sentence : By the time the pilot realised how close the plane was to the

building, it was too late to take evasive actionTranslation : Part of speech : evade v. evasion n. evasively adv.

EVENTUAL

Vocabulary Item : eventual (adj)Synonym : ultimate, final, consequentAntonym : initial, firstTurkish Definition : son, nihaiExample sentence : Although the original budget for the project was $1 billion, the

eventual cost is likely to be 50% higherTranslation : Part of speech : eventually adv.

EVIDENCE

Vocabulary Item : evidence (n)Synonym : proofAntonym : disproof, concealmentTurkish Definition : kanıt, delilExample sentence : The police have found no evidence of a terrorist link with the

murder

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Translation : Part of speech : evidenced adj.

EVOKE

Vocabulary Item : evoke (v)Synonym : bring to mind, remindAntonym : prevent, stopTurkish Definition : akla getirmek, hatırlatmakExample sentence : That smell always evokes memories of my old schoolTranslation : Part of speech : evocation n. evocative adj. evocatively adv.

EVOLVE

Vocabulary Item : evolve (v)Synonym : developAntonym : perish, deteriorateTurkish Definition : gelişmek, geliştirmekExample sentence : Bacteria are evolving resistance to antibiotics.Translation : Part of speech : evolution n. evolutionary adj.

EXACT

Vocabulary Item : exact (adj)Synonym : correct, preciseAntonym : vague, ambigious, indefiniteTurkish Definition : tam, kesinExample sentence : The exact time of the accident was 2.43 pmTranslation : Part of speech : exactly (adv)

EXAGGERATE

Vocabulary Item : exaggerate (v)Synonym : overstateAntonym : understate, minimizeTurkish Definition : abartmakExample sentence : I'm not exaggerating - it was the worst meal I've ever eaten in

my life.Translation : Part of speech : exaggeration n.

EXCAVATE

Vocabulary Item : excavate (v)Synonym : dig, dig upAntonym : inter, buryTurkish Definition : kazmakExample sentence : Tintagel Castle, the reputed birthplace of King Arthur, is being

excavated professionally for the first time in more than 50 years Translation : Part of speech : excavation n.

EXCEED

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Vocabulary Item : exceed (v)Synonym : surpass, surmountAntonym : fall behindTurkish Definition : aşmak, geçmekExample sentence : The success of our campaign has exceeded our wildest

expectationsTranslation : Part of speech : exceeding adj.

EXCLUDE

Vocabulary Item : exclude (v)Synonym : rule out, keep out, leave outAntonym : includeTurkish Definition : hariç bırakmak, dışlamakExample sentence : Microbes must, as far as possible, be excluded from the room

during an operation.Translation : Part of speech : exclusion n.

EXCLUSIVE

Vocabulary Item : exclusive (adj)Synonym : speacial, private, uniqueAntonym : common, sharedTurkish Definition : özel, seçkinExample sentence : This room is for the exclusive use of guestsTranslation : Part of speech : excvlusively adv.

EXECUTE

Vocabulary Item : execute (v)Synonym : carry out, implementAntonym : neglectTurkish Definition : uygulamak, yerine getirmekExample sentence : to execute a deal/planTranslation : Part of speech :executive adj. executive n.

EXERT

Vocabulary Item : exert (v)Synonym : use, make use of, utilizeAntonym : relax, restTurkish Definition : kullanmakExample sentence : Some managers exert considerable pressure on their staff to

work extra hours without being paid

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Translation : Part of speech : exertion n.

EXHAUST

Vocabulary Item : exhaust (v)Synonym : tire, use up, depleteAntonym : refresh, invigorateTurkish Definition : yormak, tüketmekExample sentence : The long journey exhausted the children.Translation : Part of speech : exhausted adj. exhaustion n.

EXHILARATE

Vocabulary Item : exhilarate (v)Synonym : enliven, invigorateAntonym : depress, unnerveTurkish Definition : canlandırmak, keyif vermekExample sentence : Translation : Part of speech : exhilaration n.

EXHORT

Vocabulary Item : exhort (v)Synonym : encourage, stimulateAntonym : dissuade, warnTurkish Definition : tavsiye etmekExample sentence : The governor exhorted the prisoners not to riotTranslation : Part of speech : exhortation n.

EXPECTANCY

Vocabulary Item : expectancy (n)Synonym : expectation, hope, anticipationAntonym : Turkish Definition : beklentiExample sentence : Life expectancy in Europe has increased greatly in the 20th

centuryTranslation : Part of speech : expect v.

EXPEDITION

Vocabulary Item : expedition (n)Synonym : special journey, tripTurkish Definition : seferExample sentence : Scott died while he was on an expedition to the Antarctic in

1912.Translation : Part of speech : expeditionary adj.

EXPEL

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Vocabulary Item : expel (v)Synonym : dismissAntonym : recruitTurkish Definition : kovmak, atmakExample sentence : My brother was expelled from school for bad behaviourTranslation :

EXPEND

Vocabulary Item : expend (v)Synonym : use up, exhaustAntonym : conserve, preserveTurkish Definition : harcamak, masraf yapmakExample sentence : Governments expend a lot of resources on warTranslation : Part of speech : expenditure n.

EXPIRE

Vocabulary Item : expire (v)Synonym : end Antonym : start, beginTurkish Definition : süresi dolmak, sona ermekExample sentence : The contract between the two companies will expire at the end

of the year.Translation : Part of speech : expiration n.

EXPLICIT

Vocabulary Item : explicit (adj)Synonym : clear, unambiguousAntonym : implicitTurkish Definition : açık, yalınExample sentence : I gave her very explicit directions how to get hereTranslation : Part of speech : explicitly adv. explicitness n.

EXPLODE

Vocabulary Item : explode (v)Synonym : go offTurkish Definition : patlamak, infilak etmekExample sentence : A bomb exploded at one of London's busiest railway stations this

morning.Translation : Part of speech : explosion n. expolisive n.

EXPLOIT

Vocabulary Item : exploit (v)Synonym : misuse, abuseAntonym : utilize

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Turkish Definition : sömürmek, faydalanmakExample sentence : Laws exist to stop companies exploiting their employeesTranslation : Part of speech : exploitation n. exploitable adj.

EXPLORE

Vocabulary Item : explore (v)Synonym : research, investigate, probeTurkish Definition : araştırmak, tetkik yapmakExample sentence : The best way to explore the countryside is on footTranslation : Part of speech : exploration n.

EXPOSE (TO)

Vocabulary Item : expose (v) (to)Synonym : subject to, make liableTurkish Definition : maruz bırakmakExample sentence : It is feared that people living near the power station may have

been exposed to radiation.Translation : Part of speech : exposure n.

EXTEND

Vocabulary Item : extend (v)Synonym : stretch, prolongAntonym : shortenTurkish Definition : uzatmakExample sentence : The path extends (= continues) beyond the end of the road.Translation : Part of speech : extension n.

EXTERMINATE

Vocabulary Item : exterminate (v)Synonym : destroy, eradicateAntonym : establish, found, inventTurkish Definition : yok etmekExample sentence : Millions of Jewish people were exterminated in concentration

camps in the Second World WarTranslation : Part of speech : extermination n.

EXTINCT

Vocabulary Item : extinct (adj)Synonym : vanished, died outAntonym : surviveTurkish Definition : soyu tükenmiş, yok olmuşExample sentence : There is concern that the giant panda will soon become extinctTranslation : Part of speech : extinction n.

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EXTRAVAGANT

Vocabulary Item : extravagant (adj)Synonym : excessive, lavishAntonym : stingy, meanTurkish Definition : müsrif, aşırı harcama yapanExample sentence : the extravagant lifestyle of a movie starTranslation : Part of speech : extravagantly adv. extravagance n.

EXTREMELY

Vocabulary Item : extremely (adj)Synonym : enormously, tremendouslyAntonym : tiny, littleTurkish Definition : aşırı derecede, büyük ölçüdeExample sentence : She's extremely beautifulTranslation : Part of speech : extreme adj.

FFABRIC

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Vocabulary Item : fabric (n)Synonym : structureTurkish Definition : dokuExample sentence : dress fabricTranslation :

FACILITATE

Vocabulary Item : facilitate (v)Synonym : make it easy, easeAntonym : make sth difficultTurkish Definition : kolaylaştırmakExample sentence : The new ramp will facilitate the entry of wheelchairsTranslation : Part of speech : facility n.

FAIRLY

Vocabulary Item : fairly (adv)Synonym : equitably, justlyAntonym : subjectivelyTurkish Definition : adil şekildeExample sentence : The money was not distributed fairly.Part of speech :

FAITH

Vocabulary Item : faith (n)Synonym : belief, conviction, confidence, trustAntonym : distrust, disbeliefTurkish Definition : inanç, güvenExample sentence : Even in the bad times she never lost her faithTranslation : Part of speech : faithful,

FAKE

Vocabulary Item : fake (adj)Synonym : false, imitationAntonym : realTurkish Definition : sahteExample sentence : Experts revealed that the painting was a fakeTranslation : Part of speech : fake adj. faker n.

FALLACY

Vocabulary Item : fallacy (n)Synonym : false notion, deception, mistakeAntonym : truth, factTurkish Definition : yanılgı, yanılsamaExample sentence : It is a common fallacy that women are worse drivers than men.Translation : Part of speech : fallible adj.

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FAMILIAR

Vocabulary Item : familiar (adj)Synonym : acquaintedAntonym : strangeTurkish Definition : aşina, tanıdıkExample sentence : There were one or two familiar facesTranslation : Part of speech : familiarity n.

FAMINE

Vocabulary Item : famine (n)Synonym : starvation, shortage of foodAntonym : gönülTurkish Definition : açlıkExample sentence : There were reports of refugees dying of famineTranslation :

FANCY

Vocabulary Item : fancy (v) Synonym : imagine, supposeAntonym : Turkish Definition : hayal etmekExample sentence : He fancies himself as a bit of a singerTranslation : Part of speech : fancied adj. fancy n. fanciful adj. fancifully adv.

FAR-FETCHED

Vocabulary Item : far-fetched (adj)Synonym : incredible, fantastic, unbelievableAntonym : credibleTurkish Definition : inanılmaz, gerçekten uzakExample sentence : He told us a a far-fetched idea/storyTranslation :

FAR-REACHING

Vocabulary Item : far-reaching (adj)Synonym : extensive, broad, comprehensiveAntonym : simpleTurkish Definition : geniş kapsamlıExample sentence : These new laws will have far-reaching benefits for all working

mothers.Translation :

FASCINATE

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Vocabulary Item : fascinate (v)Synonym : charm Antonym : boreTurkish Definition : büyülemekExample sentence : Anything to do with aeroplanes and flying fascinates himTranslation : Part of speech : fascinating adj.

FATAL

Vocabulary Item : fatal (adj)Synonym : mortal, deadlyAntonym : beneficialTurkish Definition : ölümcülExample sentence : This illness is fatal in almost all casesTranslation : Part of speech : fatality

FATIGUE

Vocabulary Item : fatigue (n)Synonym : extreme tiredness, exhaustionAntonym : freshness, vigourTurkish Definition : aşırı yorgunluk, bitkinlikExample sentence : She was suffering from fatigue and a stress-related illness.Translation : Part of speech : fatigue v. fatigued adj.

FAVORABLE

Vocabulary Item : favorable (adj)Synonym : suitable, approvingAntonym : unfavourableTurkish Definition : elverişli, uygunExample sentence : We have had a favourable response to the plan so farTranslation : Part of speech : favour v.

FEASIBLE

Vocabulary Item : feasible (adj)Synonym : possible, probableAntonym : impossible Turkish Definition : münkün, yapılabilirExample sentence : It may be feasible to clone human beings, but is it ethical?Translation : Part of speech : feasibly adv. feasibility n.

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FEATURE

Vocabulary Item : feature (n)Synonym : propertyy, trait, characteristicTurkish Definition : özellikExample sentence : The town's main features are its beautiful mosque and ancient

marketplace.Translation : Part of speech : feature v.

FERTILE

Vocabulary Item : fertile (adj)Synonym : productive, rich, fruitful, prolificAntonym : unproductive, fruitlessTurkish Definition : verimli, üretkenExample sentence : Translation : Part of speech : fertility n. fertilize v.

FETCH

Vocabulary Item : fetch (v)Synonym : go and bringAntonym : Turkish Definition : alıp getirmek, kapmakExample sentence : I have to fetch my mother from the station

FEVER

Vocabulary Item : fever (n)Synonym : high temperatureTurkish Definition : yüksek ateşExample sentence : He's got a headache and a slight feverTranslation : Part of speech : fevered adj. feverish adj.

FINITE

Vocabulary Item : finite (adj)Synonym : limited, restrictedAntonym : infinite, limitedTurkish Definition : sınırlı, kısıtlıExample sentence : The funds available for the health service are finite and we

cannot afford to waste money.Translation :

FIRM

Vocabulary Item : firm (adj)Synonym : stiff, rigidAntonym : soft, tenderTurkish Definition : sert, katı

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Example sentence : These pears are still too firm to eat.Translation : Part of speech : firmly adv.

FLAIR

Vocabulary Item : flair (n)Synonym : ability, talent, gift, knackTurkish Definition : yetenekExample sentence : He has a flair for languages.Translation : Part of speech : flair adj.

FLATTER

Vocabulary Item : flatter (v)Synonym : compliment, praiseAntonym : insultTurkish Definition : övmek, övünmekExample sentence : I knew he was only flattering me because he wanted to borrow

some money.Translation : Part of speech : flattery n.

FLOURISH

Vocabulary Item : flourish (v)Synonym : prosper, grow, thriveAntonym : fail, declineTurkish Definition : gelişmek, büyümekExample sentence : My tomatoes are flourishing this summer - it must be the warm

weather.Translation : Part of speech : flourishing adj.

FLUCTUATE

Vocabulary Item : fluctuate (v)Synonym : go up and down, waveAntonym : persist, stand fastTurkish Definition : dalgalanmakExample sentence : Vegetable prices fluctuate according to the seasonTranslation : Part of speech : fluctuation n.

FORBID

Vocabulary Item : forbid (v)Synonym : prohibit, ban, not allowAntonym : allow, letTurkish Definition : yasaklamakExample sentence : The law forbids the sale of cigarettes to people under the age of

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Translation : Part of speech : forbidden (adj)

FORECAST

Vocabulary Item : forecast (v)Synonym : predict, foreseeTurkish Definition : tahmin etmekExample sentence : Snow has been forecast for tonightTranslation : Part of speech : forecast n.

FORESEE

Vocabulary Item : foresee (v)Synonym : foretell, see aheadTurkish Definition : öngörmekExample sentence : I don't foresee any difficulties so long as we keep within budgetTranslation : Part of speech : foresight n.

FORGERY

Vocabulary Item : forgery (n)Synonym : counterfeiting, being fakeAntonym : honestyTurkish Definition : sahte, sahtekarlıkExample sentence : He increased his income by forgery.Translation : Part of speech : forge v. forger n.

FORMIDABLE

Vocabulary Item : formidable (adj)Synonym : challenging, difficult, invincibleAntonym : susceptible, vulnerableTurkish Definition : sert, sağlam, yenilmez, dayanıklıExample sentence : a formidable adversary/enemy/opponentTranslation : Part of speech : formidably adv.

FOSTER

Vocabulary Item : foster (v)Synonym : encourage, nurtureAntonym : discourageTurkish Definition : teşvik etmekExample sentence : I'm trying to foster an interest in classical music in my children.Translation :

FRACTION

Vocabulary Item : fraction (n)Synonym : bit, tiny portion

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Antonym : whole, totalTurkish Definition : küçük parçaExample sentence : ¼ and 0.25 are different ways of representing the same fractionTranslation : Part of speech : fractional adj.

FRAGILE

Vocabulary Item : fragile (adj)Synonym : delicateAntonym : formidableTurkish Definition : kırılabilir, hassasExample sentence : Be careful with that vase - it's very fragileTranslation : Part of speech : fragility n.

FRUSTRATE

Vocabulary Item : frustrate (v)Synonym : disappointAntonym : cheer up, entertainTurkish Definition : hayal kırıklığına uğratmak, üzmekExample sentence : It frustrates me that I'm not able to put any of my ideas into

practiceTranslation : Part of speech : frustration n. frustrated adj. frustrating adj.

FULFILL

Vocabulary Item : fulfill (v)Synonym : execute, carry out, implementAntonym : neglect, ignore, falsifyTurkish Definition : yerine getirmekExample sentence : School fails if it does not fulfil the needs/requirements of its

pupilsTranslation : Part of speech : fulfilling adj. fulfillment n.

FURNISH

Vocabulary Item : furnish (v)Synonym : provide, supplyAntonym : withhold, withdrawTurkish Definition : donatmak, sağlamakExample sentence : They've furnished the room very simply.Translation : Part of speech : furnished adj. furnishings n.

FURIOUS

Vocabulary Item : furious (adj)Synonym : angryAntonym : calmTurkish Definition : kızgınExample sentence : I was late and he was furious with me

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Translation : Part of speech : fury n.

FUTILE

Vocabulary Item : futile (adj)Synonym : vain, without resultAntonym : fertile, worthwhileTurkish Definition : boşuna, nafileExample sentence : All my attempts to cheer her up proved futile.Translation : Part of speech : futility n.

GGAUGE

Vocabulary Item : gauge (v)Synonym : measure, estimate, evaluateTurkish Definition : ölçmek, tahmin etmekExample sentence : Use a thermometer to gauge the temperatureTranslation : Part of speech : gauge n.

GAZE

Vocabulary Item : gaze (n)Synonym : stare, lookAntonym : ignore, glanceTurkish Definition : bakışExample sentence :He spends hours gazing out of the window when he should be

workingTranslation : Part of speech : gaze v.

GENEROUS

Vocabulary Item : generous (adj)Synonym : open-handedAntonym : mean, stingyTurkish Definition : cömertExample sentence : It was most generous of you to lend me the moneyTranslation : Part of speech : generosity n.

GENOCIDE

Vocabulary Item : genocide (n)Synonym : massacreTurkish Definition : katliam, soykırımExample sentence victims of genocideTranslation : Part of speech : genocidal

GENUINE

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Vocabulary Item : genuine (adj)Synonym : real, authenticAntonym : fake, counterfeitTurkish Definition : gerçek, hakikiExample sentence : If it is a genuine Michelangelo drawing, it will sell for millionsTranslation : Part of speech : genuinely adv. genuineness n.

GIFT

Vocabulary Item : gift (n)Synonym : knack, ability, talent, skillAntonym : inability, weaknessTurkish Definition : yetenekExample sentence He has a gift for languages.Translation : Part of speech : gift n. (hediye), gifted adj.

GIGANTIC

Vocabulary Item : gigantic (adj)Synonym : massive, immenseAntonym : tiny, minuteTurkish Definition : devhasa, çok büyükExample sentence : The cost has been giganticTranslation : Part of speech : gigantically adv.

GLANCE

Vocabulary Item : glance (n)Synonym : brief look, quick viewTurkish Definition : hızlı bakış, göz atmaExample sentence : She took/cast a glance at her watch Translation : Part of speech : glance v.

GLITTER

Vocabulary Item : glitter (v)Synonym : shineTurkish Definition : ışıldamakExample sentence :Her diamond necklace glittered brilliantly under the spotlights.Translation : Part of speech : glitter n. glittering adj.

GLOOMY

Vocabulary Item : gloomy (adj)Synonym : dark, pessimistic.Antonym : encouraging, cheerful, happyTurkish Definition : karamsar, karanlıkExample sentence : The cemetery is a gloomy place.Translation : Part of speech : gloom n. gloomily adv.

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GLORIOUS

Vocabulary Item : glorious (adj)Synonym : splendid, brilliant, dazzlingAntonym : unknown, dull, awfulTurkish Definition : şanlı, parlakExample sentence : a glorious victoryTranslation : Part of speech : gloriously adv.

GOODS

Vocabulary Item : goods (n)Synonym : commodity, propertyTurkish Definition : mal, mülk, eşyaExample sentence The house insurance will not cover your personal goodsTranslation :

GORGEOUS

Vocabulary Item : gorgeous (adj)Synonym : impressive, splendidAntonym : uglyTurkish Definition : büyüleyici, harikaExample sentence : The bride looked gorgeous.Translation : Part of speech : gorgeously adv.

GRACEFUL

Vocabulary Item : graceful (adj)Synonym : attractive, charmingAntonym : awkward, uglyTurkish Definition : hoş, çekici Example sentence : graceful movementsTranslation :

GRADUAL

Vocabulary Item : gradual (adj)Synonym : step by stepAntonym : sudden, immediateTurkish Definition : aşama aşama, yavaş yavaşExample sentence : There has been a gradual improvement in our sales figures over

the last two years.Translation : Part of speech : gradually (adv)

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GRANT

Vocabulary Item : grant (n)Synonym : scholarship, funding, allowanceTurkish Definition : bursExample sentence : They gave/awarded her a grant to study abroad for one year.Translation :Part of speech : grant v.

GRASP

Vocabulary Item : grasp (v)Synonym : snatch, grab, perceiveAntonym : loose, releaseTurkish Definition : kapmak, algılamak, kavramakExample sentence 1) : We must grasp every opportunity to strengthen economic ties

with other countriesTranslation : Part of speech : grasp n.

GRATEFUL

Vocabulary Item : grateful (adj)Synonym : thankful, appreciativeAntonym : ungratefulTurkish Definition : minnettarExample sentence : If you could get that report finished by Thursday I'd be very

gratefulTranslation : Part of speech : gratefully adv.

GRATIFY

Vocabulary Item : gratify (v)Synonym : please, satisfyAntonym : displeaseTurkish Definition : memnun etmek, tatmin etmekExample sentence He was gratified to see how well his students had doneTranslation : Part of speech : gratification n.

GRATITUDE

Vocabulary Item : gratitude (n)Synonym : appreciation, gratefulnessAntonym : resentmentTurkish Definition : şükran, minnettarlıkExample sentence She sent them a present to show/express her gratitudeTranslation :

GRAVE

Vocabulary Item : grave (adj)Synonym : serious, crucial, solemn, severe

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Antonym : trivial, unimportantTurkish Definition : ciddi, önemliExample sentence a grave situationTranslation : Part of speech : gravity n.

GREED

Vocabulary Item : greed (adj) Synonym : insatiableAntonym : satiableTurkish Definition : açgözlü, doyumsuzExample sentence : I don't know why I'm eating more - it's not hunger, it's just

greed!Translation : Part of speech : greedy adj.

GRIEF

Vocabulary Item : grief (n)Synonym : sorrow, sadnessAntonym : joy, delight, happinessTurkish Definition : üzüntü, kaderExample sentence Her grief at her son's death was terribleTranslation : Part of speech : grievance n

GRIEVANCE

Vocabulary Item : grievance (n)Synonym : complaint Antonym : benefit, priviledgeTurkish Definition : yakınma, şikayetExample sentence : A special committee has been appointed to handle prisoners'

grievancesTranslation : Part of speech : grief n.

GRIM

Vocabulary Item : grim (adj)Synonym : gloomy, bleak, pessimisticAntonym : promising, optimisticTurkish Definition : karamsarExample sentence : The future looks grimTranslation : Part of speech : grimly adv. grimness n.

GROUNDLESS

Vocabulary Item : groundless (adj)Synonym : baseless, without basisAntonym : well-foundedTurkish Definition : yersiz, dayanaksız

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Example sentence : My fears turned out to be groundless.Translation : Part of speech : ground n. ground v.

GRUMBLE

Vocabulary Item : grumble (v)Synonym : complainAntonym : show gratitudeTurkish Definition : şikayet etmekExample sentence : She spent the evening grumbling to me about her jobTranslation : Part of speech : grumble n. grumbler n.

GUILT

Vocabulary Item : guilt (n)Synonym : crime, offenceAntonym : innocence Turkish Definition : suçExample sentence 1) : Both suspects admitted their guilt to the policeTranslation : Part of speech : guilty adj.

HHAMPER

Vocabulary Item : hamper (v)Synonym : prevent, hinder, impedeAntonym : facilitateTurkish Definition : engellemekExample sentence : Fierce storms have been hampering rescue efforts and there is

now little chance of finding more survivorsTranslation :

HANDLE

Vocabulary Item : handle (v)Synonym : deal with, manage, directTurkish Definition : ele almak, baş etmekExample sentence : I thought he handled the situation very wellTranslation : Part of speech : handler n.

HAZARD

Vocabulary Item : hazard (n)

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Synonym : dangerTurkish Definition : tehlikeExample sentence : The busy traffic entrance was a hazard to pedestriansTranslation : Part of speech : hazardous adj.

HAPHAZARD

Vocabulary Item : haphazard (adj)Synonym : random, chanceAntonym : intended ,deliberateTurkish Definition : tesadüfiExample sentence : He tackled the problem in a typically haphazard mannerTranslation : Part of speech : haphazardly adv.

HAPPEN TO

Vocabulary Item : happen to (v)Synonym : do sth by chanceTurkish Definition : şans eseri bir şey yapmak, karşılaşmakExample sentence : I happened to him when I was shopping.Translation : Alışveriş yaparken onunla karşılaştım.

HARASS

Vocabulary Item : harass (v)Synonym : bother, pesterAntonym : relieveTurkish Definition : taciz etmekExample sentence : Stop harassing me!Translation : Beni taciz etmeyi bırak.Part of speech : harassed adj. harassment n.

HARDLY

Vocabulary Item : hardly (adv)Synonym : barely, scarcely, almost notAntonym : often, almost alwaysTurkish Definition : hemen hemen hiçExample sentence : He hardly ate anything/He ate hardly anythingTranslation : Neredeyse hiç birşey yemedi.

HARSH

Vocabulary Item : harsh (adj)Synonym : severe, pitilessAntonym : gentle,kindTurkish Definition : acımasız, sert, haşinExample sentence : We thought the punishment was rather harsh for such a minor

offence

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Translation : Part of speech : harshly adv. harshness n.

HASTY

Vocabulary Item : hasty (adj)Synonym : hurried, speedyAntonym : slow,deliberateTurkish Definition : acele, hızlıExample sentence : He warned against making hasty decisionsTranslation : Acele kararlar vermeye karşı onu uyardı.Part of speech : hastily adv. hasten v.

HERITAGE

Vocabulary Item : heritage (n)Synonym : legacy, inheritanceTurkish Definition : mirasExample sentence : These monuments are a vital part of the cultural heritage of

South America.Translation :

HINDER

Vocabulary Item : hinder (v)Synonym : hamper, prevent, impede, obstructAntonym : facilitateTurkish Definition : engellemekExample sentence : High winds have hindered firefighters in their efforts to put out

the blaze.Translation : Part of speech : hindrance n.

HITHERTO

Vocabulary Item : hitherto (adv)Synonym : up till now, yetTurkish Definition : şu ana kadarExample sentence : Mira has revealed hitherto unsuspected talents on the cricket

pitchTranslation :

HOLY

Vocabulary Item : holy (adj)Synonym : sacred Antonym : wicked,profaneTurkish Definition : kutsalExample sentence : holy scriptures/ritesTranslation : Part of speech : holiness n.

HORIZONTAL

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Vocabulary Item : horizontal (adj)Synonym : parallel, flatAntonym : verticalTurkish Definition : yatayExample sentence : Keep the patient horizontal with the feet slightly raisedTranslation : Part of speech : horizontally adv.

HOSTILE

Vocabulary Item : hostile (adj)Synonym : unfriendlyAntonym : friendly Turkish Definition : düşmanca, karşıExample sentence : I'm not hostile to (= against) the idea of change as such.Translation : Part of speech : hostility n.

HUMBLE

Vocabulary Item : humble (adj)Synonym : modest Antonym : proud,arrogantTurkish Definition : alçakgönüllüExample sentence : He's very humble about his successTranslation : Part of speech : humble v.

HUMID

Vocabulary Item : humid (adj)Synonym : damp, moist, wetAntonym : dryTurkish Definition : nemliExample sentence : New York is very hot and humid in the summerTranslation : Part of speech : humidity n.

HUMILIATE

Vocabulary Item : humiliate (v)Synonym : degrade, disgraceAntonym : honorTurkish Definition : küçük düşürmek, aşağılamakExample sentence : How could you humiliate me by questioning my judgment in

front of everyone like that?Translation : Part of speech : humiliated adj. humiliation n.

HUMOR

Vocabulary Item : humor (n)Synonym : jokingAntonym : seriousnessTurkish Definition : mizah

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Example sentence : He's got a great sense of humourTranslation : Çok geniş bir mizah anlayışı var.Part of speech : humorist n. humorous adj.

20. HURRICANE

Vocabulary Item : hurricane (n)Synonym : stormTurkish Definition : kasırgaExample sentence : The state of Florida was hit by a hurricane that did serious

damageTranslation : Florida eyaletinde ciddi zararlara yol açan bir kasırga meydana geldi.

IIDENTICAL

Vocabulary Item : identical (adj)Synonym : sameAntonym : differentTurkish Definition : benzer, aynıExample sentence : The two rooms were virtually identicalTranslation : Part of speech : identically adv.

IDLE

Vocabulary Item : idle (adj)Synonym : unoccupiedAntonym : occupiedTurkish Definition : başı boş, aylakExample sentence : Half these factories now stand idleTranslation : Part of speech : idleness n. idler n. idly adv.

IGNORE

Vocabulary Item : ignore (v)

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Synonym : disregard, overlookAntonym : notice, recognizeTurkish Definition : önemsememek, aldırmamakExample sentence : How can the government ignore the wishes of the majority?Translation : Hükümet çoğunluğun isteklerini nasıl görmezden gelebilir?Part of speech : ignorance n.

ILLEGIBLE

Vocabulary Item : illegible (adj)Synonym : cannot be readAntonym : legibleTurkish Definition : okunaksızExample sentence : His writing is almost illegibleTranslation : Yazısı neredeyse okunmuyorPart of speech :illegibly adv.

ILLICIT

Vocabulary Item : illicit (adj) Synonym : illegal, unlawfulAntonym : legalTurkish Definition : yasa dışıExample sentence : The illicit trade in stolen vehiclesTranslation : Çalıntı arabalardaki yasadışı ticaret.Part of speech : illicitly adv.

ILLITERATE

Vocabulary Item : illiterate (adj)Synonym : unable to read and writeAntonym : literateTurkish Definition : cahil, okuma yazma bilmeyenExample sentence : A surprising percentage of the population are illiterateTranslation : Nüfusun dikkat çekici bir oranı okuma yazma bilmiyor.Part of speech : illiterate n. illiteracy n.

ILLUMINATE

Vocabulary Item : illuminate (v)Synonym : clarifyAntonym : darken,obscureTurkish Definition : açıklamakExample sentence : an article which illuminates the issues at stakeTranslation : Part of speech : illuminating adj. illumination n.

ILLUSION

Vocabulary Item : illusion (n)Synonym : deception, mirageAntonym : realityTurkish Definition : yanılgı

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Example sentence : He had no illusions about his talents as a singer.Translation : Bir şarkıcı olarak yetenekleriyle ilgili hiçbir şüphesi yoktu. Part of speech : illusionist n.

ILLUSTRATE

Vocabulary Item : illustrate (v)Synonym : explain, clarifyAntonym : confuse,mystifyTurkish Definition : örneklerle açıklamakExample sentence : The lecturer illustrated his point with a diagram on the

blackboardTranslation : Öğretmen konuyu tahtada bir diyagramla açıkladı. Part of speech : illustration n. illustrative adj.

IMMINENT

Vocabulary Item : imminent (adj)Synonym : approachingAntonym : distantTurkish Definition : yaklaşanExample sentence : A strike is imminentTranslation : Bir grev yakın.Part of speech : imminence n.

IMMUNE

Vocabulary Item : immune (adj)Synonym : resistant, protectedTurkish Definition : bağışıklık kazanmışExample sentence : Most people who've had chicken pox once are immune to it for

the rest of their livesTranslation : Part of speech : immunization n.

IMPACT

Vocabulary Item : impact (n)Synonym : effect, collisionAntonym : dissuadeTurkish Definition : etki, çarpmaExample sentence : The impact of the crash reduced the car to a third of its original

lengthTranslation : Çarpmanın etkisi arabayı orjinal uzunluğundan üçte biri oranında küçülttü.Part of speech : impact v. impacted adj.

IMPAIR

Vocabulary Item : impair (v)Synonym : spoil, worsen, damage, harmAntonym : repair,improveTurkish Definition : bozmak, zarar vermek

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Example sentence : A recurring knee injury may have impaired his chances of winning the tournament

Translation : Dizindeki sakatlığın nüksetmesi turnuvayı kazanma şansını etkilemiş olabilir. Part of speech : impaired adj. impairment n.

IMPEDE

Vocabulary Item : impede (v) Synonym : prevent, hinder, hamperAntonym : help,encourageTurkish Definition : engel olmakExample sentence : Although he's shy, it certainly hasn't impeded his career in any

wayTranslation : Çekingen olsada, bu kariyerine direkt olarak etki etmedi.Part of speech : impediment n. impedimenta n.

IMPERATIVE

Vocabulary Item : imperative (adj)Synonym : urgentAntonym : trivialTurkish Definition : acilExample sentence : It's imperative to act now before the problem gets really serious.Translation : Sorun daha da ciddi hale gelmeden acilen harekete geçmek gerek .Part of speech : imperative n.

IMPLEMENT

Vocabulary Item : implement (v)Synonym : carry out, executeTurkish Definition : uygulamakExample sentence : The changes to the national health system will be implemented next year.Translation : Ulusal sağlık sistemindeki değişiklikler gelecek yıl uygulanacak.Part of speech : implement n.

IMPLICATE

Vocabulary Item : implicate (v)Synonym : connect, associateAntonym : disconnectTurkish Definition : ilişkilendirmek, bağlantı kurmakExample sentence : Have they any evidence to implicate him in the robbery?Translation : Soygunu onunla ilişkilendirmek için kanıtları var mı?Part of speech : implication n.

IMPLY

Vocabulary Item : imply (v)Synonym : say indirectly, hintAntonym : declare

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Turkish Definition : ima etmekExample sentence : Are you implying (that) I'm fat?Translation : Şişman olduğumu mu ima ediyorsun?Part of speech : implication n. implied adj. implication n.

IMPOSE

Vocabulary Item : impose (v)Synonym : place on, lay uponAntonym : remove, liftTurkish Definition : empoze etmekExample sentence : Very high taxes have recently been imposed on cigarettesTranslation : Son zamanlarda sigaraya çok yüksek oranda vergi kondu. Part of speech : imposition n.

IMPOTENCE

Vocabulary Item : impotence (n)Synonym : inability, powerlessnessAntonym : ability,strengthTurkish Definition : iktidarsızlık, güçsüzlükExample sentence : Impotence is a serious problem which men encounter frequently.Translation : İktidarsızlık erkeklerin sık maruz kaldığı ciddi bir sorundur.Part of speech : impotent adj.

IMPOVERISH

Vocabulary Item : impoverish (v)Synonym : make poor, depriveAntonym : enrichTurkish Definition : fakirleştirmekExample sentence : Excessive farming had impoverished the soilTranslation : Aşırı tarım toprağı fakirleştirdi. Part of speech : impoverished adj. impoverishment n.

IMPRESS

Vocabulary Item : impress (v)Synonym : affect, influenceTurkish Definition : etkilemekExample sentence : He tried to impress me with his extensive

knowledge of wineTranslation : Şarap konsundaki geniş bilgisiyle beni etkilemeye çalıştı.Part of speech : impressive adj. impressed adj.

IMPULSIVE

Vocabulary Item : impulsive (adj)Synonym : instinctive, intuitive, suddenAntonym : cautious,reluctantTurkish Definition : ani, içgüdüselExample sentence : Don't be so impulsive - think before you actTranslation : Çok ani hareket etme-Harekete gemeden önce düşün.Part of speech : impulsively adv. impulse v.

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INADEQUATE

Vocabulary Item : inadequate (adj)Synonym : insufficient, deficientAntonym : adequate, enoughTurkish Definition : yetersizExample sentence : This work is woefully (= extremely) inadequate - you'll have to

do it again.Translation : Bu çalışma çok yetersiz.Tekrar yapmak zorunda kalacaksın.Part of speech : inadequately adv. inadequacy n.

INADVERTENTLY

Vocabulary Item : inadvertently (adv)Synonym : unintentionally, involuntarilyAntonym : voluntarilyTurkish Definition : istemeyerekExample sentence : All authors need to be wary of inadvertent copying of other

people's ideas.Translation : Bütün yazarlar diğer insanların fikirlerini istemeyerekte olsa kopya etmekten uzak durmaları gerekir.Part of speech : inadvertent adj. inadvertence n.

INBORN

Vocabulary Item : inborn (adj)Synonym : innateAntonym : unnaturalTurkish Definition : doğuştan gelenExample sentence : She seems to have an inborn talent for physics.Translation : Fiziğe karşı doğuştan gelen bir yeteneği varmış gibi görünüyor.

INCENTIVE

Vocabulary Item : incentive (n)Synonym : motivation, encouragementAntonym : deterrrent,disincentiveTurkish Definition : teşvik, motivasyonExample sentence : Bonus payments provide an incentive to work harder.Translation : İkramiyeler daha fazla çalışmak için motivasyon sağlyorPart of speech : incentivize v.

INCLINE

Vocabulary Item : incline (n)Synonym : slopeAntonym : indispose,disinclineTurkish Definition : eğim, meyilExample sentence : Translation : Part of speech : inclination n incline v. inclined adj.

INCREDIBLE

Vocabulary Item : incredible (adj)

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Synonym : unbeliavableAntonym : awful,believableTurkish Definition : inanılmazExample sentence : It seems incredible that no one foresaw the crisisTranslation : Krizi kimsenin önceden farkedememesi inanılmaz gibi görünüyor.Part of speech : incredibly adv.

INDEFINITELY

Vocabulary Item : indefinitely (adv)Synonym : foreverTurkish Definition : süresiz biçimde, sonsuza dekExample sentence : Translation : Part of speech :

INDICT

Vocabulary Item : indict (v)Synonym : accuse, blameTurkish Definition : suçlamakExample sentence : Five people were indicted for making and selling counterfeit

currency.Translation : Part of speech :indictable adj indictment n

INDIFFERENT

Vocabulary Item : indifferent (adj)Synonym : uninterestedAntonym : interestedTurkish Definition : ilgisiz, kayıtsızExample sentence : Why don't you vote - how can you be so indifferent (to what is

going on)!Translation : Part of speech : indifference n.

INDISPENSIBLE

Vocabulary Item : indispensible (adj)Synonym : necessary, essentialAntonym : dispensibleTurkish Definition : vazgeçilemez, gerekliExample sentence : This book is an indispensable resource for researchers.Translation : Part of speech : indispensability  noun [U]

INDUCE

Vocabulary Item : induce (v)Synonym : persuade, tempt, bring about, cause

Antonym : Turkish Definition : ikna olmak, neden olmak

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Example sentence : Nothing could induce me (= I definitely cannot be persuaded) to climb a mountain/ride a bike.

Translation : Part of speech : inducement   noun induction  noun

INDULGE

Vocabulary Item : indulge (v) (in)Synonym : enjoy too much, give in too muchAntonym : thwart,disappointTurkish Definition : kendini kaptırmak, müptela olmakExample sentence : The soccer fans indulged their patriotism, waving flags and

singing songs.Translation : Part of speech : indulgence n. indulgent   adjective indulgently   adverb

INEPT

Vocabulary Item : inept (adj)Synonym : inappropriate,Antonym : appropriate,suitableTurkish Definition : uygun olmayanExample sentence : He was criticized for his inept handling of the situationTranslation : Sorunu uygun olmayan bir şekilde ele almasından dolayı eleştirildi.Part of speech : ineptitude  (n.)

INFER

Vocabulary Item : infer (v)Synonym : conclude, deduceTurkish Definition : çıkarım yapmakExample sentence : I inferred from her expression that she wanted to leave.Translation : Açıklamasından gitmek istediğini çıkardım.Part of speech : inference n.

INFERIOR

Vocabulary Item : inferior (adj)Synonym : lower, subordinateAntonym : superior,excellentTurkish Definition : aşağı, alt dereceExample sentence : These products are inferior to those we bought last year.Translation : Bu ürünler geçen yıl aldıklarımıza göre çok kötü.Part of speech : inferiority n.

INFINITE

Vocabulary Item : infinite (adj)

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Synonym : unlimited, endlessAntonym : limited,restrictedTurkish Definition : sonsuz, sınırsızExample sentence : The universe is theoretically infinite. Translation : Part of speech : infinitely   adverb

INFLICT

Vocabulary Item : inflict (v)Synonym : impose, cause, bring aboutAntonym : removeTurkish Definition : neden olmak, -e uğratmakExample sentence : These new bullets are capable of inflicting massive injuries.Translation : Part of speech : infliction   noun

INFLUENCE

Vocabulary Item : influence (v)Synonym : affectAntonym : prevent,hinderTurkish Definition : etkilemekExample sentence : At the time she was under the influence of her father.Translation : Part of speech : influence n. influential   adjective

INFLUX

Vocabulary Item : influx (n)Synonym : flood, arrivalTurkish Definition : akın etme, akışExample sentence : Turkey is expecting an influx of several thousand refugees over

the next few days.Translation :

INFRINGE

Vocabulary Item : infringe (v)Synonym : break, violate, disobeyAntonym : keepTurkish Definition : çiğnemek, ihlal etmekExample sentence : They infringed building regulationsTranslation : İmar planını ihlal ettiler.Part of speech : infringement n.

INGENIOUS

Vocabulary Item : ingenious (adj)Synonym : clever, creative, highly skilledAntonym : unskillful,uninventiveTurkish Definition : hünerli, marifetli, akıllıExample sentence : Johnny is so ingenious - he can make the most remarkable

sculptures from the most ordinary materials.Translation : Part of speech : ingenuity n.

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INHABIT

Vocabulary Item : inhabit (v)Synonym : live onTurkish Definition : yaşamakExample sentence : These remote islands are inhabited only by birds and small

animals.Translation : Bu uzak adalarda sadece kuşlar ve küçük hayvanlar yaşar.Part of speech : inhabitant   noun inhabitable adjective

INHERENT

Vocabulary Item : inherent (adj)Synonym : inbornAntonym : incidentalTurkish Definition : doğal, doğuştan gelenExample sentence : I have an inherent distrust of lawyers.Translation : Avukatlara karşı doğuştan gelen bir güvensizliğim var.Part of speech : inherently   adv.

INHERIT

Vocabulary Item : inherit (v)Synonym : receive, derive from a deathAntonym : bequeathTurkish Definition : miras almak, kalıtım yoluyla elde etmekExample sentence : Who will inherit the house when he dies?Translation : Öldüğünde evi kime miras kalacak?Part of speech : inheritance   n. inheritor    n.

INHIBIT

Vocabulary Item : inhibit (v)Synonym : prevent, hamperAntonym : helpTurkish Definition : engel olmakExample sentence This drug inhibits the growth of tumours.Translation : Bu ilaç tümörlerin büyümesine engel oluyor.Part of speech : inhibited   adj. inhibition    n.

INITIAL

Vocabulary Item : initial (adj)Synonym : first, beginningAntonym : last,finalTurkish Definition : İlk,öncelikliExample sentence :Initial reports say that seven people have died, though this has

not yet been confirmed.Translation : İlk haberler yedi kişinin öldüğünü söylüyor ama bu henüz doğrulanmadı.Part of speech : initially adv.

INITIATE

Vocabulary Item : initiate (v) Synonym : start, begin

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Antonym : end,finishTurkish Definition : başlatmakExample sentence : Who initiated the violence?Translation : Kavgayı kim başlattı? Part of speech : initiation   n.

INNATE

Vocabulary Item : inborn (adj)Synonym : inborn, inherited Antonym : incidentalTurkish Definition : doğuştan gelenExample sentence : Cyril's most impressive quality was his innate goodness.Translation : Cyrill’in en etkileyici özelliği doğuştan gelen iyiliğiydi.Part of speech : innately   adv.

INNOVATE

Vocabulary Item : innovative (adj)Synonym : inventive, originalAntonym : conservativeTurkish Definition : yenilikçiExample sentence : The fashion industry is always desperate to innovate.Translation : Moda endüstrisi yeniliklere daima açıktır.Part of speech : innovate v. innovation n.

INQUIRE

Vocabulary Item : inquire (v)Synonym : ask, investigateTurkish Definition : sormak, soruşturmakExample sentence : "Where are we going?" he inquired politely.Translation : Nazikçe ‘Nereye gidiyoruz?’ diye sordu.Part of speech : inquiry n.

INQUISITIVE

Vocabulary Item : inquisitive (adj)Synonym : curious, inquiringAntonym : uninterestedTurkish Definition : meraklıExample sentence : She could see inquisitive faces looking out from the windows

next door.Translation : Yan daireden dışarı bakan meraklı yüzleri görebiliyordu.Part of speech : inquisitively   adverb inquisitiveness   noun

INSANE

Vocabulary Item : insane (adj)Synonym : crazy, madAntonym : sane,sensibleTurkish Definition : çılgın, deliExample sentence : I sometimes think I'm going insaneTranslation : Bazen delirmeye başladığımı düşünüyorum.Part of speech : insanity n.

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INSPIRE

Vocabulary Item : inspire (v)Synonym : motivate, encourageAntonym : disencourageTurkish Definition : ilham vermekExample sentence : The captain's heroic effort inspired them with determination.Translation : Part of speech : inspiration n.

INSTILL

Vocabulary Item : instill (v)Synonym : fill, inspireAntonym : extractTurkish Definition : aşılamakExample sentence : It is part of a teacher's job to instil confidence in his or her

students.Translation : Öğrencilerine güven aşılamak öğretmenin işinin bir parçasıdır.

INSTINCT

Vocabulary Item : instinct (n)Synonym : natural feeling, impulseAntonym : reasonTurkish Definition : içgüdüExample sentence : It is instinct that tells the birds when to begin their migration.Translation : Kuşlara ne zaman göç edeceklerini söyleyen içgüdüleridir. Part of speech : instinctive adj.

INSULT

Vocabulary Item : insult (v)Synonym : offendAntonym : honorTurkish Definition : aşağılamak, hakaret etmekExample sentence : She made several insults about my appearance.Translation : Benim görünüşüme karşı birkaç hakaret etti.Part of speech : insult n. insulting adjective   insultingly    adverb

INSURMOUNTABLE

Vocabulary Item : intangible (adj)Synonym : formidable, overwhelmingAntonym : surmountable Turkish Definition : aşırı, çok büyükExample sentence : This small country is faced with an insurmountable debt.Translation : Bu küçük ülke aşırı bir borçla karşı karşıya.Part of speech :

INTANGIBLE

Vocabulary Item : intangible (adj)

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Synonym : untouchableAntonym : touchableTurkish Definition : dokunulmazExample sentence : She has that intangible quality which you might call charisma.Translation : Part of speech : intangible   noun intangibly   adv.

INTENSE

Vocabulary Item : intense (adj)Synonym : extreme, intensifiedAntonym : mild, relaxedTurkish Definition : yoğunExample sentence : He suddenly felt an intense pain in his back.Translation : Aniden sırtında büyük bir acı hissetti.Part of speech : intensify v. intensely  adv. intensity   n. intensifier   n

intensify   v. intensification   n.

INTENTIONAL

Vocabulary Item : intentional (adj)Synonym : deliberate, on purpose, plannedAntonym : casual,accidentalTurkish Definition : kasıtlıExample sentence : Did you leave his name out by accident or was it intentional?Translation : İsmini kasıtlı mı yoksa kazara mı çıkardın?Part of speech : intend  v intent   noun intention  noun intention  noun

INTERACT

Vocabulary Item : interact (v)Synonym : act on each otherTurkish Definition : etkileşimde bulunmakExample sentence : Dominique's teacher says that she interacts well with the other

children.Translation : Dominique’in öğretmeni diğer çocuklarla iyi bir etkileşim içinde olduğunu söylüyor. Part of speech : interaction   n. interactive   adj. interactively  adverb

INTERFERE WITH

Vocabulary Item : interfere with (v)Synonym : prevent, inhibitTurkish Definition : engel olmakExample sentence : Even a low level of noise interferes with my concentration.Translation : Düşük seviyedeki bir gürültü bile konsantre olmaı engeller.

INTERFERE IN

Vocabulary Item : interfere in (v)Synonym : intervene inTurkish Definition : karışmak, müdahale etmekExample sentence : Interfering in other people's relationships is always a mistake.Translation : Diğer insanların ilişlilerine karışmak her zaman bir hatadır.

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Part of speech : interference n.

INTERIM

Vocabulary Item : interim (adj)Synonym : provisionalTurkish Definition : geçiciExample sentence : An interim government was set up for the period before the

country's first free election.Translation :Ülkenin ilk özgür seçimlerinden önce geçici bir hükümet kuruldu. Part of speech : interim   (n.)

INTERMITTENT

Vocabulary Item : intermittent (adj)Synonym : periodicAntonym : continuousTurkish Definition : aralıklıExample sentence : Although she made intermittent movie appearances, she was

essentially a stage actress.Translation : Sinemada ara ara görünse de gerçekte bir sahne sanatçısıydı.Part of speech : intermittently   adverb

INTERPRET

Vocabulary Item : interpret (v)Synonym : elucidate, explainAntonym : misconceive,falsifyTurkish Definition : yorumlamakExample sentence : If Shakespeare's plays are to reach a large audience they need

to be interpreted in a modern style.Translation : Eğer Shakespeare’in oyunları geniş bir kitleye ulaşacaksa, modern bir tarzda yorumlanmaları gerekmektedir.Part of speech : interpretation n. interpreter  noun

INTERROGATE

Vocabulary Item : interrogate (v)Synonym : questionTurkish Definition : sorgulamakExample sentence : Thousands of dissidents have been interrogated or imprisoned

in recent weeks.Translation : Part of speech : interrogation n. interrogator  n.

INTERVAL

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Vocabulary Item : interval n.Synonym : break, gapAntonym : continuityTurkish Definition : ara Example sentence : We see each other at regular intervals - usually about once a

month.Translation : Belirli aralıklarla görüşüyoruz.-genelde aydabir.

INTERVENE

Vocabulary Item : intervene (n)Synonym : interfere Turkish Definition : müdahale etmek, araya girmekExample sentence : The Minister intervened personally to stop the museum being

closed.Translation : Bakan müzenin kapanmasını durdurmak için bizzat müdahale etti.Part of speech : intervention n. interventionist  adj. interventionism   n.

INTIMACY

Vocabulary Item : intimacy (n) Synonym : closeness, sincerityAntonym : distanceTurkish Definition : yakınlık, samimiyetExample sentence : Intimacy between teachers and students is not recommended.Translation : Öğretmen ve öğrenciler arasında samimiyet pek önerilmez.Part of speech : intimate adj. intimately  adverb intimate adjective

INTIMIDATE

Vocabulary Item : intimidate (v)Synonym : scare, frighten, threatenAntonym : encourageTurkish Definition : korkutmakExample sentence : They were intimidated into accepting a pay cut by the threat of

losing their jobs.Translation : Part of speech : intimidated  adj. intimidation n. intimidating   adj.

INTRINSIC

Vocabulary Item : intrinsic (adj)Synonym : inherent, inborn, basicAntonym : extrinsicTurkish Definition : içten gelenExample sentence : Maths is an intrinsic part of the school curriculum.Translation : Part of speech : intrinsically  adv.

INTRUDE

Vocabulary Item : intrude (v)Synonym : infringeTurkish Definition : izinsiz girmek

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Example sentence : I didn't realise your husband was here, Dr Jones - I hope I'm not intruding.

Translation : Part of speech : intrusion n. intruder  noun intrusive  adjective

INTUITION

Vocabulary Item : intuition (n)Synonym : instinctive knowledgeTurkish Definition : sezgiExample sentence : I can't explain how I knew - I just had an intuition that you'd

been involved in an accident.Translation : Part of speech : intuitive adj. intuit  verbintuitively   adverb

INVADE

Vocabulary Item : invade (v)Synonym : occupy, enter by forceAntonym : abandonTurkish Definition : istila etmekExample sentence : Concentrations of troops near the border look set to invade

within the next few days.Translation : Part of speech : invader   noun invasion  noun invasive   Adjective

INVALID

Vocabulary Item : invalid (adj)Synonym : unacceptable, nullAntonym : validTurkish Definition : geçersizExample sentence : I'm afraid your driving licence is invalid in Eastern Europe.Translation : Part of speech : invalidate v. invalidation  n. invalidity n.

INVARIABLY

Vocabulary Item : invariably (v)Synonym : always, constantlyAntonym : momentarily,instantlyTurkish Definition : değişmez şekilde, daima, sürekliExample sentence : The train is invariably late.Translation : Tren sürekli gecikir.

INVESTIGATE

Vocabulary Item : investigate (v)Synonym : look into, exploreTurkish Definition : araştırmakExample sentence : We are of course investigating how an error like this could have

occurred.Translation : Part of speech : investigation  n. investigative adj. investigator  noun

INVOLVE

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Vocabulary Item : involve (v) Synonym : include, requireAntonym : excludeTurkish Definition : içermek, gerektirmekExample sentence : I prefer teaching methods that actively involve students in

learning Translation : Part of speech : involvement   noun

IRRELEVANT

Vocabulary Item : irrelevant (adj)Synonym : impertinentAntonym : relevantTurkish Definition : ilgisiz, alakasızExample sentence : These documents are largely irrelevant to the present

investigation.Translation : Part of speech : irrelevance  noun irrelevantly  adverb

IRREVERSIBLE

Vocabulary Item : irreversible (adj)Synonym : irreperableAntonym : reversibleTurkish Definition : geri dönüşü olmayanExample sentence : Smoking has caused irreversible damage to his lungs.Translation : Part of speech : irreversibly adverb

IRRIGATE

Vocabulary Item : irrigate (v)Synonym : waterTurkish Definition : sulamakExample sentence : Translation : Part of speech : irrigation n.

IRRITATE

Vocabulary Item : irritate (v)Synonym : anger, annoyAntonym : cheer upTurkish Definition : kızdırmakExample sentence : After a while her behaviour really began to irritate me.Translation : Part of speech : irritated  adj. irritant  n. irritating adj. irritatingly adv.

ISOLATE

Vocabulary Item : isolate (v)Synonym : seperate, segregate Antonym : unifyTurkish Definition : soyutlamak, ayırmakExample sentence : associate,unite

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Translation : Translation :Part of speech : isolation n.

JJEOPARDIZE

Vocabulary Item : jeopardize (v)Synonym : endangerAntonym : protectTurkish Definition : tehlikeye atmakExample sentence : She knew that by failing her exams she could jeopardize her

whole future.Translation : Part of speech : jeopardy n.

JUST

Vocabulary Item : just (adj)Synonym : fairAntonym : unjust,unlawfulTurkish Definition : adilExample sentence : The judge's sentence was perfectly just in the circumstancesTranslation : Part of speech : justice n.

JUSTICE

Vocabulary Item : justice (n)Synonym : fairness, equityAntonym : injustice,unfairnessTurkish Definition : adaletExample sentence : There's no justice in the world when people can be made to

suffer like that.Translation : Part of speech : justifiable adj. justify v.

JUSTIFY

Vocabulary Item : justify (v)Synonym : vindicateAntonym : condemnTurkish Definition : haklı göstermekExample sentence : It was the only thing that I could do - I don't have to justify

myself to anyone.Translation : Part of speech : justification n.

JUVENILE

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Vocabulary Item : juvenile (n)Synonym : young person, teenagerAntonym : mature,adultTurkish Definition : genç kişiExample sentence : Translation : Part of speech : juvenile   adjective

KKEEN

Vocabulary Item : keen (adj)Synonym : eager, willing, acuteAntonym : apatheticTurkish Definition : istekli, düşkünExample sentence : They were very keen to start work as soon as possible.Translation : Part of speech : keenness  noun

KIDNAP

Vocabulary Item : kidnap (v)Synonym : abductAntonym : free,liberateTurkish Definition : insan kaçırmakExample sentence : The wife of a businessman has been kidnapped from her home

in Surrey.Translation : Part of speech :

KNACK

Vocabulary Item : knack (n)Synonym : ability, talentAntonym : inability,awkwardnessTurkish Definition : yetenekExample sentence : She has the knack of making people feel comfortable.Translation : Part of speech :

L.LACK OF

Vocabulary Item : lack (n)

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Synonym : deficiency,shortness Antonym : plenty,abundanceTurkish Definition : yoksun olmakExample sentence : Her only problem is lack of confidence.Translation : Part of speech : lack  noun lacking   adjective

LATENT

Vocabulary Item : latent (adj)Synonym : hidden, concealedAntonym : visible,apparentTurkish Definition : gizliExample sentence : We're trying to bring out the latent artistic talents that many

people possess without realising it.Translation : Part of speech : latency  noun

LAUNCH

Vocabulary Item : launch (v)Synonym : start, begin, set offTurkish Definition : başlamak, fırlatmakExample sentence : The airline will launch its new transatlantic service next month.Translation : Part of speech : launch  noun

LAY

Vocabulary Item : lay (v)Synonym : put downAntonym : lift upTurkish Definition : koymakExample sentence : She laid the baby on the bed.Translation : Part of speech :

LAYER

Vocabulary Item : layer (n)Synonym : stratumTurkish Definition : tabakaExample sentence : A thick layer of clay lies over the sandstone.Translation : Part of speech : layer  verb layered  adjective

LEGACY

Vocabulary Item : legacy (n)

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Synonym : inheritance, bequestTurkish Definition : mirasExample sentence : An elderly cousin had left her a small legacy.Translation : Part of speech :

LEGEND

Vocabulary Item : legend (n)Synonym : folk, tale, mythAntonym : fact,truthTurkish Definition : efsaneExample sentence : She is writing a thesis on Irish legend and mythology.Translation : Part of speech : legendary adjective

LEGIBLE

Vocabulary Item : legible (adj)Synonym : well-writtenAntonym : illegibleTurkish Definition : okunaklı, okunabilirExample sentence : Her handwriting is barely legible.Translation : Part of speech : legibly  adverb

LEGISLATE

Vocabulary Item : legislate (v)Synonym : make laws, enforce lawsTurkish Definition : yasa yapmakExample sentence : They promised to legislate against cigarette advertising.Translation : Part of speech : legislation n. legislative  adjective

LEGITIMATE

Vocabulary Item : legitimate (adj)Synonym : legal, lawfulAntonym : illegal,illegitimateTurkish Definition : yasalExample sentence : The army must give power back to the legitimate government.Translation : Part of speech : legitimacy n. legitimize v. legitimately  adverb

LETHAL

Vocabulary Item : lethal (adj)Synonym : fatal, deadlyAntonym : safeTurkish Definition : öldürücüExample sentence : In the car the police found guns, knives and other lethal

weaponsTranslation : Part of speech : lethally adverb

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LIABILITY

Vocabulary Item : liability (n)Synonym : debt, responsibility, inclination, pronenessAntonym : irresponsibilityTurkish Definition : borç, sorumluluk, eğilimExample sentence : He denies any liability for the damage caused.Translation : Part of speech : liable adj.

LIKELY

Vocabulary Item : likely (adj)Synonym : probable, possibleAntonym : unlikely,improbableTurkish Definition : olası, muhtemelExample sentence : Do remind me because I'm likely to forget.Translation : Part of speech :

LITERACY

Vocabulary Item : literacy (n)Synonym : ability to read and writeAntonym : illiteracyTurkish Definition : okur yazarlıkExample sentence : Far more resources are needed to improve adult literacy.Translation : Part of speech :literate (adj.)

LITTER

Vocabulary Item : litter (n)Synonym : rubbish, garbageAntonym : order,cleanlinessTurkish Definition : çöpExample sentence : About 2% of fast-food packaging ends up as litter.Translation : Part of speech :litter(v)

LOATH

Vocabulary Item : loath (adj)Synonym : unwilling, reluctantAntonym : eager,enthusiasticTurkish Definition : isteksizExample sentence : I'm loath to spend it all at once.Translation :

LOTTERY

Vocabulary Item : lottery (n)Synonym : chance game, raffleTurkish Definition : şans oyunu, piyangoExample sentence :

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LOYAL

Vocabulary Item : loyal (adj)Synonym : faithful, allegiantAntonym : disloyalTurkish Definition : sadıkExample sentence : When all her other friends deserted her, Steve remained loyal.Translation : Part of speech : loyalty n. loyally  adverb

LUCRATIVE

Vocabulary Item : lucrative (adj)Synonym : profitableAntonym : Turkish Definition : karlıExample sentence : The merger proved to be very lucrative for both companies.Translation : Part of speech : lucratively  adverb lucrativeness  noun LURE

Vocabulary Item : lure (v)Synonym : attract, allure, enticeAntonym : remunerativeTurkish Definition : cezbetmek, çekmekExample sentence : Supermarket chains try to lure customers with price discounts.Translation : Part of speech : lure    noun

MMAGNIFICENT

Vocabulary Item : magnificent (adj)Synonym : splendid, impressiveAntonym : ordinaryTurkish Definition : büyüleyiciExample sentence : They live in a magnificent Tudor house.Translation : Part of speech : magnificently  adverb magnificence   noun

MAINTAIN

Vocabulary Item : maintain (v)

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Synonym : keep, continue, preserveAntonym : neglect,abandonTurkish Definition : sürdürmek, korumakExample sentence : The film has maintained its position as the critics' favourite for

another year.Translation : Part of speech : maintenance n.

MALIGN

Vocabulary Item : malign (adj)Synonym : bad, negativeAntonym : good,positiveTurkish Definition : kötüExample sentence : Foreign domination had a malign influence on local politics.Translation : Part of speech : malignant adj. malign  verb malignity  noun

MALNUTRITION

Vocabulary Item : malnutrition (n)Synonym : lack of proper nutritionTurkish Definition : kötü beslenmeExample sentence : Many of the refugees are suffering from severe malnutrition.Translation :

MANDATORY

Vocabulary Item : mandatory (adj)Synonym : obligatory, compulsory, requiredTurkish Definition : zorunluExample sentence : Athletes must undergo a mandatory drugs test before

competing in the championship.Translation : Part of speech : mandate (n)

MANIFEST

Vocabulary Item : manifest (v)Synonym : show, exhibitAntonym : hide,concealTurkish Definition : göstermekExample sentence : The workers chose to manifest their dissatisfaction in a series of

strikesTranslation : Part of speech : manifestation n. manifest adjective manifestly adv.

MANUFACTURE

Vocabulary Item : manufacture (v)Synonym : make, product

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Turkish Definition : üretmek, imal etmekExample sentence : He works for a company that manufactures car parts.Translation : Part of speech : manufacture noun manufacturer   noun

MASSACRE

Vocabulary Item : massacre (n)Synonym : genocide,slaughterTurkish Definition : katliamExample sentence : He ordered the massacre of 2, 000 women and children.Translation : Part of speech : massacre verb

MASSIVE

Vocabulary Item : massive (adj)Synonym : huge, immenseAntonym : small,slightTurkish Definition : büyük, kocamanExample sentence : They've got a massive house.Translation : Part of speech : massively  adverb massiveness  noun

MATURE

Vocabulary Item : mature (adj)Synonym : developed, full-grownAntonym : immature,youngTurkish Definition : olgunExample sentence : Mature male gorillas have silver-grey hairs on their backs.Translation : Part of speech : maturity n. maturation  noun

MEAN

Vocabulary Item : mean (adj)Synonym : stingy, selfishAntonym : generousTurkish Definition : cimriExample sentence : My landlord's very mean with the heating - it's only on for two

hours each day.Translation : Part of speech : meanly adverb meanness  noun

MEANS

Vocabulary Item : means (n)Synonym : way, method, Turkish Definition : araç, yolExample sentence : We need to find some other means of transportation.Translation :

MEASURE

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Vocabulary Item : measure (n)Synonym : step, precautionTurkish Definition : önlemExample sentence : Translation : Part of speech :

MEDIEVAL

Vocabulary Item : medieval (adj)Synonym : belonging to middle agesTurkish Definition : orta çağa aitExample sentence : This is a medieval paintingTranslation : Part of speech :

MEDIOCRE

Vocabulary Item : mediocre (adj)Synonym : average,middlingAntonym : superiorTurkish Definition : ortaExample sentence : The film's plot is predictable and the acting is mediocre.Translation : Part of speech : mediocrity  noun

MENACE

Vocabulary Item : menace (v)Synonym : threaten Turkish Definition : tehdit etmekExample sentence : Hurricane Hugo menaced the US coast for a week.Translation : Part of speech : menace n. menacing  adjective menacingly  adverb

MEND

Vocabulary Item : mend (v)Synonym : repair, fixAntonym : damage,harmTurkish Definition : tamir etmek, onarmakExample sentence : The plumber came to mend the burst pipe.Translation : Part of speech : mend  noun mending  noun

MERCHANDISE

Vocabulary Item : merchandise (n)Synonym : property, goodTurkish Definition : mal, mülkExample sentence : Shoppers complained about poor quality merchandise and high

prices.Translation : Part of speech : merchandising  noun

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MERCIFUL

Vocabulary Item : merciful (adj)Synonym : tender, lender, forgivingAntonym : cruel,severe,pitilessTurkish Definition : merhametli, insaflıExample sentence : "God is merciful, " said the priestTranslation : Rahip ’’Tanrı merhametlidir.’’dedi Part of speech : mercy v.mercifully  adverb

MERELY

Vocabulary Item : merely (adv)Synonym : only, solely, justTurkish Definition : yalnızca, sadeceExample sentence : I wasn't complaining, I merely said that I was tired.Translation : Şikayet etmiyordum. Sadece yorgun olduğumu söyledim.Part of speech : mere adj. merest adj.

MERGE

Vocabulary Item : merge (v)Synonym : unite, joinAntonym : seperateTurkish Definition : birleşmek, evlenmekExample sentence : The country's two biggest banks are planning to merge.Translation : Ülkenin en büyük iki bankası birleşmeyi planlıyor.Part of speech : merger n.

METICULOUS

Vocabulary Item : meticulous (adj)Synonym : carefulAntonym : careless,sloppyTurkish Definition : özenli, dikkatliExample sentence : Many hours of meticulous preparation have gone into writing the

book.Translation : Part of speech : meticulously adv. meticulousness  n.

MIGHTY

Vocabulary Item : mighty (adj)Synonym : powerful, strong Antonym : weak,frailTurkish Definition : güçlüExample sentence : In the next game they will face the mighty Redskins.Translation : Bir sonraki maçta güçlü Redskins takımıyla karşılaşacaklar.

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Part of speech : might n. mighty adverb mightily  adverb

MIGRATION

Vocabulary Item : migration (n)Synonym : immigration, movementAntonym : remain,stayTurkish Definition : göçExample sentence : There was a mass migration of poverty-struck farmers into the

cities.Translation : Part of speech : migratory n. migrant noun migrate verb

MIRACLE

Vocabulary Item : miracle (adj) Synonym : wonder, marvelTurkish Definition : mucizeExample sentence : I can't promise a miracle cure, but I think we can improve

things.Translation : Part of speech : miraculous adj. miraculously adverb

MISCELLANEOUS

Vocabulary Item : miscellaneous (adj)Synonym : various,diverseTurkish Definition : çeşitliExample sentence : Translation : Part of speech : miscellany  noun

MISERABLE

Vocabulary Item : miserable (adj)Synonym : unhappy, cheerless, awfulAntonym : happyTurkish Definition : sefil, mutsuz, neşesizExample sentence : She's miserable living on her own.Translation : Part of speech : miserably  adverb misery  noun

MISHAP

Vocabulary Item : mishap (n)Synonym : misfortune, unfortunate accidentTurkish Definition : aksilik, kazaExample sentence : The parade was very well organised and passed without mishapTranslation : Part of speech :

MITIGATE

Vocabulary Item : mitigate (v)Synonym : lessen, easeAntonym : aggravate

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Turkish Definition : azaltmakExample sentence : It is unclear how to mitigate the effects of tourism on the island. Translation : Part of speech : mitigating adjective mitigation  noun

MODERATE

Vocabulary Item : moderate (adj)Synonym : mild, reasonableAntonym : extreme,immoderateTurkish Definition : ılımlı, ölçülüExample sentence : Translation : Part of speech : moderately adv.

MODEST

Vocabulary Item : modest (adj)Synonym : decent, humbleAntonym : arrogantTurkish Definition : alçakgönüllüExample sentence : Translation : Part of speech :

MODIFY

Vocabulary Item : modify (v)Synonym : change, alter, shift, varyTurkish Definition : değiştirmekExample sentence : The proposals were unpopular and were only accepted in a

modified form.Translation : Part of speech : modification noun

MOIST

Vocabulary Item : moist (adj)Synonym : damp, humid, wetAntonym : dryTurkish Definition : rutubetli, nemliExample sentence : Keep the soil in the pot moist, but not too wet.Translation : Part of speech : moisture n. moisten  verb moistness   noun

MOMENTUM

Vocabulary Item : momentum (n)Synonym : speed, velocity, impetusTurkish Definition : hız, ivmeExample sentence : The spacecraft will fly round the Earth to gather momentum for

its trip to Jupiter.Translation : Part of speech :

MOODY

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Vocabulary Item : moody (adj)Synonym : irritableAntonym : even-temperedTurkish Definition : sinirli, asabiExample sentence : He can be quite moody.Translation : Çok sinirli olabilir.Part of speech : mood (n) moodily  adverb moodiness   noun

MORAL

Vocabulary Item : moral (adj)Synonym : ethical, virtuosAntonym : immoralTurkish Definition : ahlakiExample sentence : It's her moral obligation to tell the police what she knows.Translation : Part of speech : morality n. moral n. moralist  n. moralistic   

adj. moralize v morally adv.MUSTER

Vocabulary Item : muster (v)Synonym : collect, gather, assembleAntonym : disperseTurkish Definition : toplamak, biraraya getirmekExample sentence : Translation : Part of speech :

MUTINY

Vocabulary Item : mutiny (n)Synonym : revolt, rebellionTurkish Definition : isyanExample sentence : Conditions on the ship were often very bad, and crews were on

the point of mutiny.Translation : Gemideki koşullar genelde çok kötüydü ve tayfalar isyanın eşiğindeydi.Part of speech : mutineer n. mutiny verb mutinous  adjective

MUTUAL

Vocabulary Item : mutual (adj)Synonym : reciprocal, commonTurkish Definition : karşılıklı, çift taraflıExample sentence : Theirs was a partnership based on mutual respect, trust and

understanding.Translation : Onlarınki karşılıklı anlayış, güven ve saygıya dayanan bir ilişkiydi.Part of speech : mutually adverb

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NNAIVE

Vocabulary Item : naive (adj)Synonym : foolish, credulousAntonym : shreweTurkish Definition : safExample sentence : She was very naive to believe that he'd stay with herTranslation : Onun kendisiyle yaşayacağına inanacak kadar saftı.Part of speech : naively adv.

NEAT

Vocabulary Item : neat (adj)Synonym : tidyAntonym : untidyTurkish Definition : temiz, düzenliExample sentence : She likes everything neat and tidy.Translation : Herşeyin düzenli ve temiz olmasını ister.Part of speech : neaten v. neatly adv.

NECESSARY

Vocabulary Item : necessary (adj)Synonym : essentialAntonym : unnecessaryTurkish Definition : gerekliExample sentence : He lacks the necessary skills for the job.Translation : İş için gerekli beceriler onda eksikPart of speech : necessitate v. necessarily adv.

NEGLIGIBLE

Vocabulary Item : negligible (adj)Synonym : unimportant, insignificantAntonym : importantTurkish Definition : önemsiz Example sentence : The difference between the two products is negligibleTranslation : İki ürün arasındaki fark önemsiz.Part of speech : neglect v.

NEGOTIATE

Vocabulary Item : negotiate (v)Synonym : discuss, talk, bargainTurkish Definition : görüşmek, pazarlık yapmakExample sentence : The government has refused to negotiate with the strikers.Translation :Part of speech : negotiation n.

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NOMINATE

Vocabulary Item : nominate (v)Synonym : appoint, elect, selectAntonym : withdraw Turkish Definition : aday göstermeExample sentence : President Yeltsin nominated acting prime minister Sergei

Kiriyenko to head the government.Translation : Part of speech : nominee n.

NONSENSE

Vocabulary Item : nonsense (adj)Synonym : irrationalityAntonym : senseTurkish Definition : saçmalıkExample sentence : This report is nonsense and nothing but a waste of paperTranslation : Bu haber saçma ve kağıt israfından başka birşey değil.Part of speech : nonsensical

NOTABLY

Vocabulary Item : notably (adv)Synonym : especially, particularly, in particularTurkish Definition : özellikleExample sentence : They have begun attracting investors, most notably big

Japanese financial housesTranslation : Part of speech : notable adj.

NOTEWORTHY

Vocabulary Item : noteworthy (adj) Synonym : remarkable, extraordinaryTurkish Definition : kayda değer Example sentence : It is noteworthy that one-third of students do not pay any tuition

feesTranslation : Öğrencilerin üçte birinin harç parası ödememesi kayda değer.

NOTIFY

Vocabulary Item : notify (v)Synonym : informAntonym : conceal,misinformTurkish Definition : bildirmek, bilgilendirmekExample sentence : The school is required to notify parents if their children fail to

come to school.Translation : Eğer çocukları okula gelmiyorsa okulun ebeveynleri bilgilendirmesi gerekir.Part of speech : notifiable adj. notification n.NOTION

Vocabulary Item : notion (n)

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Synonym : idea, conceptTurkish Definition : fikirExample sentence : I have only a vague notion of what she does for a livingTranslation : Part of speech : notional adj.

NOTORIOUS

Vocabulary Item : notorious (adj)Synonym : infamous, disreputableTurkish Definition : kötü şöhreti olanExample sentence : The company is notorious for paying its bills late.Translation : Part of speech : notoriously adv.

NOURISH

Vocabulary Item : nourish (v)Synonym : feed, nurtureAntonym : starve,destroyTurkish Definition : beslemekExample sentence : Children need plenty of good fresh food to nourish themTranslation : Part of speech : nourishement n. nourishing adj.

NUCTURNAL

Vocabulary Item : nucturnal (adj)Synonym : night, darkTurkish Definition : karanlık, geceye aitExample sentence : Most bats are nocturnalTranslation : Yarasaların çoğu gece ortaya çıkar.

NUISANCE

Vocabulary Item : nuisance (n)Synonym : trouble, problemAntonym : pleasure, delightTurkish Definition : dert, baş belasıExample sentence : It's such a nuisance having to rewrite those letters.Translation : Bu mektupları yazmak zorunda kalmak tam anlamıyla baş belası.

NULLIFY

Vocabulary Item : nullify (v)Synonym : cancel, annul, invalidateAntonym : enactTurkish Definition : iptal etmek, geçersiz kılmakExample sentence : The state death penalty law was nullified in 1977.Translation :

NURTURE

Vocabulary Item : nurture (v)Synonym : look after, cultivate, rear

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Antonym : neglectTurkish Definition : bakmak, beslemek, geliştirmekExample sentence : She wants to stay home and nurture her children.Translation : Evde kalıp çocuklarına bakmayı istiyor. Part of speech : nurture n.

NUTRITION

Vocabulary Item : nutrition (n)Synonym : food, nutriment, nourishmentTurkish Definition : gıda, beslenmeExample sentence : Good nutrition is essential if patients are to make a quick

recoveryTranslation : Part of speech : nutritious adj. nutritional adj.

OOBEDIENT

Vocabulary Item : obedient (adj)Synonym : conformable, abidingAntonym : disrespectfulTurkish Definition : uyumlu, kurallara uyanExample sentence : Students are expected to be quiet and obedient in the

classroom.Translation : Öğrencilerin sınıfta sessiz olmaları ve kurallara uymaları beklenir. Part of speech : obey v. obediently adv. obedience n.

OBESITY

Vocabulary Item : obesity (n)Synonym : fatness, plumpnessTurkish Definition : şişmanlıkExample sentence : A diet that is high in fat can lead to obesity.Translation : Yağ oranı yüksek bir beslenme obeziteye yol açabilir.Part of speech : obese n.

OBEY

Vocabulary Item : obey (v)Synonym : abide by, comply withAntonym : disobey, resistTurkish Definition : uymakExample sentence : The soldiers refused to obey (orders).Translation : Askerler emirlere itaat etmeyi reddetti.Part of speech : obedience(n) obedient(n)

OBJECT

Vocabulary Item : object to (v)Synonym : disapprove, protest

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Antonym : agreeTurkish Definition : itiraz etmekExample sentence : No-one objected when the boss said it was time to go home.Translation : Patron eve gitme zamanı dediğinde kimse itiraz etmedi.Part of speech : objection n. objectionable adj.

OBLIGATION

Vocabulary Item : obligation n.Synonym : compulsion, requirementTurkish Definition : yükümlülük, zorunlulukExample sentence : If you have not signed a contract, you are under no obligation to

(= it is not necessary to) pay them any moneyTranslation : Sözleşme imzalamadıysan, onlara para ödeme zorunluluğun yoktur.Part of speech : be obliged to v. obligatory adj.

OBLIVIOUS

Vocabulary Item : oblivious (adj)Synonym : unaware, unconsciousAntonym : conscious, awareTurkish Definition : habersizExample sentence : The government seems oblivious to the likely effects of the new

legislation.Translation : Part of speech : obliviously adv. obliviousness n.

OBSCURE

Vocabulary Item : obscure (adj)Synonym : vague, ambigiousAntonym : definite, clearTurkish Definition : belirsizExample sentence : an obscure island in the PacificTranslation : Part of speech : obscurity n.

OBSESS

Vocabulary Item : obsess (v)Synonym : preoccupy, recur in the mindTurkish Definition : saplantı haline getirmekExample sentence : Why are people so obsessed with money?Translation : Neden insanlar parayı bu kadar kafalarına takarlar? Part of speech : obsession n. obsessive adj. obsessed adj.

OBSOLETE

Vocabulary Item : obsolete (adj)Synonym : old-fashioned, outdatedAntonym : modern, currentTurkish Definition : modası geçmiş, eskimiş

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Example sentence : Gas lamps became obsolete when electric lighting was inventedTranslation : Elektrik icat edilince gaz lambalarının modası gecti.Part of speech :

OBSTACLE

Vocabulary Item : obstacle (n)Synonym : barrier, obstruction, impedimentAntonym : support, aidTurkish Definition : engelExample sentence : The biggest obstacle in our way was a tree trunk in the roadTranslation : Önümüzdeki en büyük engel,yoldaki ağaç gövdesiydi.

OBSTINATE

Vocabulary Item : obstinate (adj)Synonym : stubborn, Antonym : pliant, tractableTurkish Definition : inatçıExample sentence : He can be very obstinate at timesTranslation : Bazı zamanlar çok inatçı olabilir.Part of speech : obstinacy n.

OBSTRUCT

Vocabulary Item : obstruct (v)Synonym : block, hinderAntonym : aid, promoteTurkish Definition : engel olmakExample sentence : After the earthquake many roads were obstructed by collapsed

buildings.Translation : Depremden sonra yıkık binalar yolları kapattı.Part of speech : obstruction n.

OBVIATE

Vocabulary Item : obviate (v)Synonym : prevent, hamperTurkish Definition : önlemekExample sentence : A peaceful solution would obviate the need to send a UN military

force.

Turkish Definition : Barışçıl bir çözüm, BM’nin askeri güç gönderme ihtiyacını giderebilir.

OCCUR

Vocabulary Item : occur (v)Synonym : happen, take placeAntonym : Turkish Definition : meydana gelmekExample sentence : If any of these symptoms occur while you are taking the

medicine, consult your doctor immediately.Translation : Part of speech : occurence

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OCCUPY

Vocabulary Item : occupy (v)Synonym : inhabit, reside, lodge inAntonym : Turkish Definition : işgal etmekExample sentence : The bathroom's occupied - I think John's in thereTranslation : Part of speech : occupancy n.

ODD

Vocabulary Item : odd (adj)Synonym : strange, weird, peculiarAntonym : Turkish Definition : garip, tuhafExample sentence : Her father was an odd man.Translation : Part of speech : oddity n.

ODOR

Vocabulary Item : odor (n)Synonym : smell Antonym : Turkish Definition : kokuExample sentence : Inside the room there was the unmistakable odour of sweaty

feetTranslation : Part of speech : odorless adj.

OFFEND

Vocabulary Item : offend (v)Synonym : anger, annoyAntonym : Turkish Definition : gücendirmekExample sentence : Do you suppose it would be offending against good taste to

wear a patterned tie with my striped shirt?Translation : Part of speech : offensive adj.OFFSPRING

Vocabulary Item : offspring (n)Synonym : childrenAntonym : Turkish Definition : çocuklarExample sentence : In the case of the guinea pig, the number of offspring varies

between two and five.Translation :

OMIT

Vocabulary Item : omit (v)Synonym : delete, leave outAntonym :

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Turkish Definition : çıkarmakExample sentence : She was omitted from the list of contributors to the report.Translation : Part of speech : omission n.

ONSLAUGHT

Vocabulary Item : onslaught (n)Synonym : attack, assaultAntonym : Turkish Definition : saldırıExample sentence : Scotland's onslaught on Wales in the second half of the match

earned them a 4-1 victory.Translation :

OPPRESS

Vocabulary Item : oppress (v)Synonym : suppress, troubleAntonym : Turkish Definition : eziyet etmek, ezmekExample sentence : For years now, the people have been oppressed by a ruthless

dictatorTranslation : Part of speech : oppression n. oppressed adj.

OPTION

Vocabulary Item : option (n)Synonym : choice, alternative, preferenceAntonym : Turkish Definition : seçenek, tercihExample sentence : The best option would be to cancel the trip altogetherTranslation : Part of speech : optional adj.

OSTENSIBLY

Vocabulary Item : ostensibly (adv)Synonym : apparently, seeminglyAntonym : Turkish Definition : görünürdeExample sentence : He has spent the past three months in Florida, ostensibly for

medical treatment, but in actual fact to avoid prosecution for a series of notorious armed robberies

Translation :

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Part of speech : ostensible adj.

OUTCOME

Vocabulary Item : outcome (n)Synonym : result, consequenceAntonym : Turkish Definition : sonuçExample sentence : It's too early to predict the outcome of the meetingTranslation :

OUTLAY

Vocabulary Item : outlay (n)Synonym : expense, expenditureAntonym : Turkish Definition : masraf, harcamaExample sentence : For an initial outlay of £2000 to buy the equipment, you should

be earning up to £500 a month if the product sells well.Translation : Part of speech : outlay v.

OUTNUMBER

Vocabulary Item : outnumber (v)Synonym : greater in numberAntonym : Turkish Definition : sayıca üstün gelmekExample sentence : In our office, the women outnumber the men 3 to 1.Translation :

OUTWEIGH

Vocabulary Item : outweigh (v)Synonym : greater in weightAntonym : Turkish Definition : daha ağır basmak, daha önemli olmakExample sentence : The benefits of this treatment far outweigh any risks.Translation :

OVERCOME

Vocabulary Item : overcome (v)Synonym : conquer, surmountAntonym : Turkish Definition : aşmak, üstesinden gelmek Example sentence : Eventually she managed to overcome her shyness in class.

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OVERLAP

Vocabulary Item : overlap (v)Synonym : cover by extensionAntonym : Turkish Definition : üst üste gelmekExample sentence : The fence is made of panels which overlap (each other).Translation : Part of speech : overlap n. overlapping adj.

OVERLOOK

Vocabulary Item : overlook (v)Synonym : ignore, disregardAntonym : Turkish Definition : gözardı etmekExample sentence : I think there is one key fact that you have overlooked.Translation :

OVERRIDING

Vocabulary Item : overriding (adj)Synonym : major, principalAntonym : Turkish Definition : önemli ,ağır basanExample sentence : The government's overriding concern is to reduce inflation.Translation : Part of speech : override v.

OVERWHELMING

Vocabulary Item : overwhelming (adj)Synonym : overpoweringAntonym : Turkish Definition : eziciExample sentence : She felt an overwhelming urge/desire/need to tell someone

about what had happened.Translation : Part of speech : overwhelmingly adv.

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PPACE

Vocabulary Item : pace (n)Synonym : step, tempoAntonym : Turkish Definition : tempoExample sentence : When she thought she heard someone following her, she

quickened her pace.Translation :

PARADISE

Vocabulary Item : paradise (n)Synonym : heavenAntonym : Turkish Definition : cennetExample sentence : They believe they'll go to Paradise after they die.Translation : Part of speech :

PARADOX

Vocabulary Item : paradox (n)Synonym : contradiction, inconsistencyAntonym : Turkish Definition : çelişkiExample sentence : It's a curious paradox that drinking a lot of water can often

make you feel thirsty.Translation : Part of speech : paradoxical adj. paradoxically adv.

PARAMOUNT

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Vocabulary Item : paramount (adj)Synonym : supremeAntonym : Turkish Definition : son derece önemliExample sentence : There are many priorities, but reducing the budget deficit is

paramount/is of paramount importance.Translation :

PARTIAL

Vocabulary Item : partial (adj)Synonym : incomplete, biasedAntonym : completeTurkish Definition : kısmenExample sentence : The general has ordered a partial withdrawal of troops from the

areaTranslation : Part of speech : partially adv.

PASSION

Vocabulary Item : passion (n)Synonym : love, desire, greedAntonym : Turkish Definition : tutku, hırsExample sentence : Football arouses a good deal of passion among its supportersTranslation : Part of speech : passionate adj.

PEAK

Vocabulary Item : peak (n)Synonym : summit, zenithAntonym : Turkish Definition : zirveExample sentence : Holiday flights reach a peak during AugustTranslation : Part of speech : peak v. peak adj.

PECULIAR

Vocabulary Item : peculiar (adj)Synonym : strange, odd, weirdAntonym : Turkish Definition : tuhaf, acaipExample sentence : She has the most peculiar ideas.Translation : Part of speech : peculiarity n.

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PENETRATE

Vocabulary Item : penetrate (v)Synonym : enterAntonym : Turkish Definition : girmek, nüfuz etmekExample sentence : Amazingly, the bullet did not penetrate his brain.Translation : Part of speech : penetration n.

PER

Vocabulary Item : per (adj)Synonym : one, for eachAntonym : Turkish Definition : -başına, tekExample sentence : The car was travelling at 70 miles per hour (70 mph).Translation :

PERCEIVE

Vocabulary Item : perceive (v)Synonym : see, noticeAntonym : Turkish Definition : algılamakExample sentence : Bill perceived a tiny figure in the distance.Translation : Part of speech : perception n.

PERENNIAL

Vocabulary Item : perennial (adj)Synonym : lasting, constantAntonym : Turkish Definition : sürekli, kalıcıExample sentence : We face the perennial problem of not having enough money.Translation : Part of speech : perennially adv.

PERISH

Vocabulary Item : perish (v)Synonym : die out, disappearAntonym : Turkish Definition : yok olmaExample sentence : Three hundred people perished in the earthquakeTranslation : Part of speech : perishable adj.

PERMANENT

Vocabulary Item : permanent (adj)Synonym : perpetual, continuousAntonym : Turkish Definition : sürekli , devam edenExample sentence : She is looking for a permanent place to stay

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Translation : Part of speech : permanence n.

PERPLEX

Vocabulary Item : perplex (v)Synonym : bewilder, confuse, astonishAntonym : Turkish Definition : şaşırtmakExample sentence : The disease has continued to perplex doctorsTranslation : Part of speech : perplexing adj. perplexity n.

PERSECUTE

Vocabulary Item : persecute (v)Synonym : abuse, maltreatAntonym : Turkish Definition : kötü davranmakExample sentence : Religious minorities were persecuted and massacred during the

ten-year regime.Translation : Part of speech : persecution n. persecutor n.

PERSEVERE

Vocabulary Item : persevere (v)Synonym : persist, continueAntonym : Turkish Definition : sebat etmekExample sentence : The education director is persevering in his attempt to obtain

additional funding for the school.Translation : Part of speech : perseverance n. persevering adj.

PERSIST

Vocabulary Item : persist (v)Synonym : persevere, continueAntonym : Turkish Definition : ısrar etmek, devam etmekExample sentence : If the pain persists, consult a doctor.Translation : Part of speech : persistence n. persistent adj. persistently adv.

PERSPIRE

Vocabulary Item : perspire (v)Synonym : sweatAntonym : Turkish Definition : terlemekExample sentence : He was perspiring in his thick woollen suitTranslation :

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Part of speech : perspiration n.

PERSUADE

Vocabulary Item : persuade (v)Synonym : convinceAntonym : Turkish Definition : ikna etmekExample sentence : If she doesn't want to go, nothing you can say will persuade herTranslation : Part of speech : persuasion n.

PERTAIN

Vocabulary Item : pertain (v)Synonym : relate to, bear uponAntonym : Turkish Definition : ilişkili olmakExample sentence : We are only interested in the parts of the proposals that pertain

to local issues.Translation : Part of speech : pertinent adj.

PERVADE

Vocabulary Item : pervade (v)Synonym : spread, penetrateAntonym : Turkish Definition : yayılmak, dağılmakExample sentence : The film is a reflection of the violence that pervades American

cultureTranslation : Part of speech : pervasive adj.

PHASE

Vocabulary Item : phase (n)Synonym : stage, periodAntonym : Turkish Definition : safha, evreExample sentence : The project is only in the initial phase as yet, but it's looking

quite promisingTranslation : Part of speech : phase v.

PLAIN

Vocabulary Item : plain (adj)

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Synonym : simpleAntonym : Turkish Definition : sade, yalınExample sentence : We've chosen a plain carpet (= one without a pattern) and

patterned curtains.Translation : Part of speech : plainly adv.

PLEDGE

Vocabulary Item : pledge (n)Synonym : promise Antonym : Turkish Definition : sözExample sentence : Thousands of people made pledges (= promised to give money)

to the Children in Need charity campaign.Translation : Part of speech : pledge v.

POISON

Vocabulary Item : poison (n)Synonym : venom, toxinAntonym : Turkish Definition : zehirExample sentence : Her drink had been laced with a deadly poison.Translation : Part of speech : poisonous adj.

PORTRAY

Vocabulary Item : portray (v)Synonym : represent, displayAntonym : Turkish Definition : göstermek, sergilemekExample sentence : The painting portrays a beautiful young woman in a blue dressTranslation : Part of speech :

POSE

Vocabulary Item : pose (v)Synonym : createAntonym : Turkish Definition : yaratmak, oluşturmakExample sentence : Nuclear weapons pose a threat to everyoneTranslation :

POSTERITY

Vocabulary Item : posterity (n)Synonym : future generationAntonym : Turkish Definition : gelecek nesil

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Example sentence : Every attempt is being made to ensure that these works of art are preserved for posterity

Translation :

POTENT

Vocabulary Item : potent (adj)Synonym : effective, powerfulAntonym : Turkish Definition : güçlüExample sentence : The Berlin Wall was a potent symbol of the Cold War.Translation : Part of speech : potency n. potently adv.

PRECAUTION

Vocabulary Item : precaution n.Synonym : measure, stepAntonym : Turkish Definition : önlem, tedbirExample sentence : They failed to take the necessary precautions to avoid infectionTranslation : Part of speech : precautionary adj.

PRECIPITATE

Vocabulary Item : precipitate v.Synonym : accelerate, hastenAntonym : Turkish Definition : hızlandırmakExample sentence : An invasion would certainly precipitate a political crisisTranslation : Part of speech : precipitate adj. precipitately adv.

PRECIPITATION

Vocabulary Item : precipitation n.Synonym : rainfall, snowAntonym : Turkish Definition : yağışExample sentence : The forecast is for dry, cloudy weather with no precipitation

expected.Translation :

PRECISE

Vocabulary Item : precise (adj)Synonym : exact, definiteAntonym : Turkish Definition : kesin, katiExample sentence : He caught me at the precise moment that I faintedTranslation : Part of speech : precision n. precisely adv.

PREDOMINANTLY

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Vocabulary Item : predominantly (adv)Synonym : mainly, chieflyAntonym : Turkish Definition : başlıca, baskın şekildeExample sentence : She is predominantly a dancer, but she also sings.Translation : Part of speech : predominant adj. predominance n.

PREJUDICE

Vocabulary Item : prejudice (n)Synonym : bias, prejudgementAntonym : Turkish Definition : önyargıExample sentence : Laws against racial prejudice must be strictly enforced.Translation : Part of speech : prejudiced adj.

PRELIMINARY

Vocabulary Item : preliminary (adj)Synonym : first, early, initialAntonym : Turkish Definition : ilkExample sentence : Preliminary results show that the vaccine is effectiveTranslation : Part of speech : preliminary n.

PREREQUISITE

Vocabulary Item : prerequisite (n)Synonym : requirement, preconditionAntonym : Turkish Definition : önkoşulExample sentence : Passing a written exam is a prerequisite for taking the advanced

courseTranslation :

PRESUME

Vocabulary Item : presume (v)Synonym : Antonym : varsaymakTurkish Definition : I presume (that) they're not coming, since they haven't replied

to the invitationExample sentence : Translation : Part of speech : presumably (adv)

PREVAIL

Vocabulary Item : prevail (v)Synonym : abound, exist thoroughlyAntonym :

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Turkish Definition : hakim olmakExample sentence : I am sure that common sense will prevail in the endTranslation : Part of speech : prevalence n. prevailing adj.

PREY

Vocabulary Item : prey (n)Synonym : victimAntonym : Turkish Definition : av, kurbanExample sentence : A hawk hovered in the air before swooping on its preyTranslation :

PRIOR TO

Vocabulary Item : prior to (prep) + NPSynonym : beforeAntonym : afterTurkish Definition : -den önceExample sentence : the weeks prior to her deathTranslation : Part of speech : priority n.

PRIVILEDGED

Vocabulary Item : priviledged (adj)Synonym : Antonym : Turkish Definition : ayrıcalıklıExample sentence : I have been privileged to work with the pioneers of silicon

technology.Translation : Part of speech : priviledge n.

PROBE

Vocabulary Item : probe (n)Synonym : exploration, investigation, inquiryAntonym : Turkish Definition : araştırmaExample sentence : an FBI probe into corruptionTranslation : Part of speech : probation n.

PROFOUND

Vocabulary Item : profound (adj)Synonym : deepAntonym : Turkish Definition : derinExample sentence : His mother's death when he was aged six had a very profound

effect on him.Translation : Part of speech : profoundly adv.

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PROHIBIT

Vocabulary Item : prohibit (v)Synonym : ban, forbid, Antonym : Turkish Definition : yasaklamakExample sentence : Motor vehicles are prohibited from driving in the town centreTranslation : Part of speech : prohibition n.

PROLIFIC

Vocabulary Item : prolific (adj)Synonym : productive, fertile, fruitfulAntonym : Turkish Definition : verimli, üretkenExample sentence : He was probably the most prolific songwriter of his generation.Translation :

PROMINENT

Vocabulary Item : prominent (adj)Synonym : famous, well-knownAntonym : Turkish Definition : ünlü, tanınmışExample sentence : The government should be playing a more prominent role in

promoting human rightsTranslation : Part of speech : prominently adv.

PROMISING

Vocabulary Item : promising (adj)Synonym : hopeful, encouragingAntonym : Turkish Definition : gelecek vadedenExample sentence : They won the award for the most promising new band of the

year.Translation : Part of speech :

PROMOTE

Vocabulary Item : promote (v)Synonym : give a higher position to smb, aid, fosterAntonym : Turkish Definition : terfi etmek, ilerlemekExample sentence : It has long been known that regular exercise promotes all-round

good healthTranslation : Part of speech : promoter n. promotion n.

PROMPT

Vocabulary Item : prompt (v)

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Synonym : cause,urge, motivate, encourageAntonym : Turkish Definition : sevketmek, yöneltmek, neden olmakExample sentence : I don't know what prompted him to leave.Translation : Part of speech : prompt n.

PROPERTY

Vocabulary Item : property (n)Synonym : possession, belonging n.Antonym : Turkish Definition : mal, mülkExample sentence : He owns a number of properties in the centre of London.Translation :

PROPONENT

Vocabulary Item : proponent (n)Synonym : advocate, defenderAntonym : Turkish Definition : savunucu, taraftarExample sentence : He is one of the leading proponents of capital punishmentTranslation :

PROSPECT

Vocabulary Item : prospect (n)Synonym : chance, likelihood, hope, expectationAntonym : Turkish Definition : olasılık, beklentiExample sentence : Is there any prospect of the weather improvingTranslation : Part of speech : prospective (adj)

PROSPER

Vocabulary Item : prosper (v)Synonym : flourish, thrive Antonym : Turkish Definition : gelişmekExample sentence : A lot of microchip manufacturing companies prospered at that

time.Translation : Part of speech : prosperous adj.

PROVE

Vocabulary Item : prove (v)Synonym : verify, confirmAntonym : Turkish Definition : kanıtlamakExample sentence : They suspected that she'd killed him but they could never

actually prove that it was herTranslation :

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Part of speech : proof n.

PROVISION

Vocabulary Item : provision (n)Synonym : conditionAntonym : Turkish Definition : koşulExample sentence : Translation : Part of speech :

PROVISIONS

Vocabulary Item : provisions (n)Synonym : food, groceriesAntonym : Turkish Definition : erzak, araç-gereçExample sentence : provisions for the journeyTranslation : Part of speech :

PROVISIONAL

Vocabulary Item : provisional (adj)Synonym : interim, temporaryAntonym : permenantTurkish Definition : geçiciExample sentence : These dates are only provisional.Translation : Part of speech :

PRUDENT

Vocabulary Item : prudent (adj)Synonym : wise, sensible, cautiousAntonym : Turkish Definition : akıllı, tedbirliExample sentence : It's always prudent to read a contract properly before signing it.Translation : Part of speech : prudently adv. prudence n.

PUNCTUAL

Vocabulary Item : punctual (adj)Synonym : on time, promptAntonym : Turkish Definition : dakikExample sentence : He's fairly punctualTranslation : Part of speech : punctually adv. punctuality n.

PURSUE

Vocabulary Item : pursue (v)

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Synonym : follow, chaseAntonym : Turkish Definition : takip etmek, izlemekExample sentence : The car was pursued by helicoptersTranslation : Part of speech : pursuer n. pursuit n.

PURSUIT

Vocabulary Item : pursuit (n)Synonym : search, leisure activityAntonym : Turkish Definition : arayış, uğraşExample sentence : I don't have much opportunity for leisure pursuits these days.Translation :

PROS AND CONS

Vocabulary Item : pros and cons (n)Synonym : advantages and disadvantagesAntonym : Turkish Definition : artılar ve eksilerExample sentence : We're just weighing up the pros and cons (= advantages and

disadvantages) of moving to a bigger house.Translation :

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RRAISE

Vocabulary Item : raise (v)Synonym : increase, rear, bring up, mentionAntonym : Turkish Definition : artırmak, yükselmek, gündeme getirmekExample sentence : The government plan to raise taxes.Translation :

RAMPANT

Vocabulary Item : rampant (adj)Synonym : widespread, increasing, prevalentAntonym : Turkish Definition : yaygınExample sentence : Disease is rampant in the overcrowded city.Translation : Part of speech :

RANGE

Vocabulary Item : range (v) (from..to)Synonym : varyAntonym : Turkish Definition : arasında farklılık göstermekExample sentence : Prices range between $50 and $250Translation : Part of speech : range n.

RANK

Vocabulary Item : rank (n)Synonym : position, title, statusAntonym : Turkish Definition : mevki, makamExample sentence : He has just been promoted to the rank of captainTranslation : Part of speech : rank v.

RARE

Vocabulary Item : rare (adj)Synonym : scarce

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Antonym : Turkish Definition : nadir, kıtExample sentence : The museum is full of rare and precious treasuresTranslation : Part of speech : rarity n. rarely adv.

RASH

Vocabulary Item : rash (adj)Synonym : hasty, reckless, thoughtlessAntonym : Turkish Definition : aceleci, düşüncesizExample sentence : That was a rash decision - you didn't think about the costs

involvedTranslation : Part of speech : rashness n. rashly adv.

REALM

Vocabulary Item : realm (n)Synonym : area, region, fieldAntonym : Turkish Definition : alan, sahaExample sentence : Her interests are in the realm of practical politicsTranslation :

REAR

Vocabulary Item : rear (v)Synonym : bring up, raise, care forAntonym : Turkish Definition : büyütmek, yetiştirmekExample sentence : The lion slowly reared its head (= lifted it up) and looked aroundTranslation : Part of speech :

REASSURE

Vocabulary Item : reassure (v)Synonym : assure, confideAntonym : Turkish Definition : güvence vermekExample sentence : He reassured me (that) my cheque would arrive soon.Translation : Part of speech : reassuring adj. reassuringly adv. reassurance n.

REBEL

Vocabulary Item : rebel (v) (against)Synonym : revolt, rise upAntonym : Turkish Definition : ayaklanmakExample sentence : The people rebelled against the harsh new governmentTranslation : Part of speech : rebellious adj. rebellion n.

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RECESSION

Vocabulary Item : recession (n)Synonym : decline, downturn, slumpAntonym : Turkish Definition : durgunluk, gerilemeExample sentence : The country is sliding into the depths of (a) recessionTranslation : Part of speech : recessed adj.

RECIPROCAL

Vocabulary Item : reciprocal (adj)Synonym : mutualAntonym : Turkish Definition : işteş, karşılıklıExample sentence : Translation : Part of speech : reciprocate v. reciprocally adv.

RECONCILIATION

Vocabulary Item : reconciliation (n)Synonym : agreement, settlementAntonym : Turkish Definition : anlaşma, uzlaşmaExample sentence : It took hours of negotiations to bring about a reconciliation

between the two sides.Translation : Part of speech : reconcile v. reconciled adj.

RECREATION

Vocabulary Item : recreation (n)Synonym : leisure, pastime, amusementAntonym : Turkish Definition : eğlenceExample sentence : His favourite recreations are golf and playing Scrabble.Translation : Part of speech : recreational adj.

RECRUIT

Vocabulary Item : recruit (v)Synonym : employ, enrollAntonym : sack, fire, dismissTurkish Definition : işe almak, askere almakExample sentence : Even young boys are now being recruited into the army.Translation : Part of speech : recruit n. recritment n. RECURRENCE

Vocabulary Item : recurrence (n)Synonym : reappearance, repetition

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Antonym : Turkish Definition : tekrarlama, nüksetmeExample sentence : The doctor told him to go to the hospital if there was a

recurrence of his symptomsTranslation : Part of speech : recur v.

REDUNDANT

Vocabulary Item : redundant (adj)Synonym : unnecessary, inessentialAntonym : necessaryTurkish Definition : gereksiz, fazla, işsizExample sentence : To keep the company alive, half the workforce is being made

redundantTranslation : Part of speech : redundancy n.

REFRAIN FROM

Vocabulary Item : refrain from (v)Synonym : abstain from, avoid doing sthAntonym : Turkish Definition : kaçınmakExample sentence : We refrained from talking until we knew that it was safeTranslation :

REGARDLESS OF

Vocabulary Item : regardless of (prep)Synonym : irrespective ofAntonym : Turkish Definition : -e bakılmaksızın, kaideye almadanExample sentence : This job is open to all, regardless of previous experience.Translation : Part of speech : regard n. regarding adj.

REHEARSAL

Vocabulary Item : rehearsal (n)Synonym : trial, preparationAntonym : Turkish Definition : deneme, provaExample sentence : They didn't have time for (a) rehearsal before the performanceTranslation : Part of speech : rehearse v.

REIGN

Vocabulary Item : reign (v)Synonym : rule, power, governAntonym : Turkish Definition : tahtta olmak, hüküm sürmekExample sentence : Queen Victoria reigned over Britain from 1837 to 1901.Translation : Part of speech : reigning adj.

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REINFORCE

Vocabulary Item : reinforce (v)Synonym : strenghten, make strongerAntonym : Turkish Definition : güçlendirmekExample sentence : His behaviour merely reinforced my dislike of him.Translation : Part of speech : reinforcement n.

RELATIVE

Vocabulary Item : relative (adj)Synonym : comparativeAntonym : Turkish Definition : göreceli, -e nispetenExample sentence : The amount of petrol a car uses is relative to its speedTranslation : Part of speech : relatively adv.

RELENTLESSLY

Vocabulary Item : relentlessly (adv)Synonym : unmercifully, continuously, constantlyAntonym : Turkish Definition : amansız, sürekli şekildeExample sentence : She has campaigned relentlessly for her husband's release from

prison.Translation : Part of speech : relentless adj.

RELEVANT

Vocabulary Item : relevant (adj)Synonym : related, pertinentAntonym : Turkish Definition : ilgili, alakalıExample sentence : Education should be relevant to the child's needs.Translation : Part of speech : relevance n.

RELIABILITY

Vocabulary Item : reliability (n)Synonym : dependability, trustworthnessAntonym : Turkish Definition : güvenilirlikExample sentence : Rolls-Royce cars are famous for their quality and reliabilityTranslation : Part of speech : rely v. reliance n. reliant adj. reliable adj.

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RELIEF

Vocabulary Item : relief (n)Synonym : comfort, aid, Antonym : Turkish Definition : rahatlık, ferahlamaExample sentence : Pop stars have raised millions of pounds for famine relief in

AfricaTranslation : Part of speech : relieve v.

RELISH

Vocabulary Item : relish (v)Synonym : like, enjoyAntonym : Turkish Definition : hoşlanmakExample sentence : I don't relish telling her that her son has been arrested.Translation : Part of speech : relish n.

RELUCTANT

Synonym : reluctant (adj)Antonym : unwillingTurkish Definition : Example sentence : isteksizTranslation : She persuaded her reluctant husband to take a trip to Florida

with her.Part of speech : reluctantly adv. reluctance n.

REMINISCENT

Vocabulary Item : reminiscent (adj)Synonym : remindfulAntonym : Turkish Definition : hatırlatıcıExample sentence : That song is so reminiscent of my adolescenceTranslation : Part of speech : reminiscence n. reminisce v.

RENDER

Vocabulary Item : render (v)Synonym : make, causes to be...Antonym : Turkish Definition : -mesine neden olmakExample sentence : New technology has rendered my old computer obsoleteTranslation : Part of speech : rendering adj.

RENOWN

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Vocabulary Item : renown (n)Synonym : fame, reputation, Antonym : Turkish Definition : ün, şöhretExample sentence : Her renown spread across the country.Translation : Part of speech : renowned adj.

REPEAL

Vocabulary Item : repeal (v)Synonym : revoke, annulAntonym : Turkish Definition : iptal etmekExample sentence : If a government repeals a law, it causes that law no longer to

have any legal force.Translation : Part of speech : repeal n.

REPEL

Vocabulary Item : repel (v)Synonym : keep away, drive backAntonym : Turkish Definition : geri püskürtmekExample sentence : Translation : Part of speech :

REPENT

Vocabulary Item : repent (v)Synonym : regret, feel sorryAntonym : Turkish Definition : pişman olmak, üzgün hissetmekExample sentence : The defenders repelled the attack without losing any men.Translation : Part of speech : repellent n.

REPRISAL

Vocabulary Item : reprisal (n)Synonym : counter-attackAntonym : Turkish Definition : misillemeExample sentence : The attack was in reprisal for the kidnapping of their leadersTranslation :

REPUTATION

Vocabulary Item : reputation (n)Synonym : fame, prominence, renownAntonym : Turkish Definition : ün, şöhret

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Example sentence : The company has a worldwide reputation for qualityTranslation : Part of speech : reputable adj.

RESENT

Vocabulary Item : resent (v)Synonym : feel angry, feel offendenAntonym : Turkish Definition : alınmak, gücenmekExample sentence : She bitterly resented her father's new wifeTranslation : Part of speech : resentful adj.

RESOLUTION

Vocabulary Item : resolution (noun)Synonym : decision, motionAntonym : Turkish Definition : karar tasarısıExample sentence : joint resolutionTranslation :

RESORT

Vocabulary Item : resort (to) (v)Synonym : turn to, adoptAntonym : Turkish Definition : -e başvurmakExample sentence : He got hold of the money legally, without resort to violence.Translation :

RESTRAIN

Vocabulary Item : restrain (v)Synonym : restrict, check, keep under controlAntonym : Turkish Definition : kontrol altında tutmak, sınırlamakExample sentence : When he started fighting, it took four police officers to restrain

himTranslation : Part of speech : restraint n.

RESUME

Vocabulary Item : resume (v)Synonym : start again Antonym : Turkish Definition : yeniden başlamakExample sentence : Please resume your seats, as the performance will continue in

two minutesTranslation : Part of speech : resumption n.

RETAIN

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Vocabulary Item : retain (v)Synonym : keep, maintain, preserve, holdAntonym : Turkish Definition : tutmak, alıkoymak, muhafaza etmekExample sentence : He managed to retain his dignity throughout the performanceTranslation : Part of speech : retainer n.

RETALIATE

Vocabulary Item : retaliate (v)Synonym : get revenge, strike backAntonym : Turkish Definition : missillemede bulunmak, karşılık vermekExample sentence : If someone insults you, don't retaliate as it only makes the

situation worse.Translation : Part of speech : retaliation n.

RETARD

Vocabulary Item : retard (v)Synonym : delay, impede, obstructAntonym : Turkish Definition : geciktirmekExample sentence : A rise in interest rates would severely retard economic growth.Translation : Part of speech : retardant adj. retard n.

RETENTION

Vocabulary Item : retention (n)Synonym : preservation, maintenanceAntonym : Turkish Definition : muhafaza etme, korumaExample sentence : The retention of old technology has slowed the company's

growthTranslation : Part of speech : retain v. retainer n.

RETRIEVE

Vocabulary Item : retrieve (n)Synonym : recover, bring backAntonym : Turkish Definition : geri alma, geri getirmeExample sentence : Computers are used to store and retrieve information efficiently.Translation : Part of speech : retrieval n.

REVENGE

Vocabulary Item : revenge (n)Synonym : avenge, retaliateAntonym : Turkish Definition : intikam

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Example sentence : She took/got/exacted (her) revenge on him for leaving her by smashing up his car.

Translation : Part of speech : revenge v.

REVENUE

Vocabulary Item : revenue (n)Synonym : income, earningsAntonym : Turkish Definition : gelir, kazançExample sentence : Taxes provide most of the government's revenueTranslation :

REVERSAL

Vocabulary Item : reversal (n)Synonym : repeal, annulmentAntonym : Turkish Definition : iptal, tersine çevirmeExample sentence : We have suffered a couple of minor/temporary reversalsTranslation : Part of speech : reverse v. reversible adj.

REVIVAL

Vocabulary Item : revival (n)Synonym : renewal, restorationAntonym : Turkish Definition : canlandırma, hayat vermeExample sentence : Recently, there has been some revival of (interest in) ancient

musicTranslation : Part of speech : revive v.

REVOKE

Vocabulary Item : revoke (v)Synonym : cancel, annul, repealAntonym : Turkish Definition : iptal etmekExample sentence : The authorities have revoked their original decision to allow

development of this rural area.Translation : Part of speech : revocation n.

REWARD

Vocabulary Item : reward (n)

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Synonym : prizeAntonym : Turkish Definition : ödülExample sentence : There's a reward for whoever finishes first. Translation

: Part of speech : reward v.

RIDICULOUS

Vocabulary Item : ridicilous (adj)Synonym : absurd, funnyAntonym : Turkish Definition : gülünç, saçmaExample sentence : It's ridiculous to expect a two-year-old to be able to read!Translation : Part of speech : ridicule v. ridicilously adv.

RIGOROUS

Vocabulary Item : rigorous (adj)Synonym : severe, harshAntonym : Turkish Definition : sert, şiddetliExample sentence : They were punished with unusual rigourTranslation : Part of speech : rigor n.

RITUAL

Vocabulary Item : ritual (n)Synonym : ceremonyAntonym : Turkish Definition : dinsel tören, ayinExample sentence : Translation : Part of speech : ritual adj. rite n. ritualistic adj. ritualistically adv.

RIVAL

Vocabulary Item : rival (n)Synonym : opponent, competitorAntonym : Turkish Definition : rakipExample sentence : The companies produce rival versions of the toyTranslation : Part of speech : rival v. rivalry n. rival adj.

ROUGHLY

Vocabulary Item : roughly (adv)Synonym : approximately, nearly, almost, about, virtuallyAntonym : exactlyTurkish Definition : yaklaşık olarakExample sentence : There has been an increase of roughly 2.25 millionTranslation : Yaklaşık 2.25 milyonluk bir artış var.Part of speech : rough adj. rough n.

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RUIN

Vocabulary Item : ruin (v)Synonym : destroy, collapseAntonym : create, buildTurkish Definition : yıkmak, mahvetmekExample sentence : Huge modern hotels have ruined this once unspoilt coastlineTranslation : Devasa modern oteller daha önce bozulmamış sahil şeridini mahvetti. Part of speech : ruined adj. ruin n.

RULE

Vocabulary Item : rule (v)Synonym : govern, reignTurkish Definition : yönetmek, hüküm sürmekExample sentence : Most modern kings and queens rule (their countries) only in a

formal way, without real power.Translation : Birçok modern kral ve kraliçe ülkelerinde mutlak güç olmaksızın formalite olarak hüküm sürüyorlar.Part of speech : ruling adj. ruling n.

SSACK

Vocabulary Item : sack (v)Synonym : fire, dismissTurkish Definition : kovmak, işten çıkartmakExample sentence : They sacked her for being late.Translation : Geç kaldığı için işten kovdular.Part of speech : sacked adj.

SACRED

Vocabulary Item : sacred (adj)Synonym : holyAntonym : secularTurkish Definition : kutsalExample sentence : sacred relics/templesTranslation : kutsal tapınaklarPart of speech : sacredness n.

SACRIFICE

Vocabulary Item : sacrifice (v)Synonym : relinguish, abandonAntonym : retainTurkish Definition : fedakarlık yapmakExample sentence : Many women sacrifice interesting careers for their familyTranslation : Birçok kadın aileleri için ilginç kariyerlerinden fedakarlk yapıyor.

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Part of speech : sacrifice n.

SANCTION

Vocabulary Item : sanction (n)Synonym : penalty, punishment, restrictionAntonym : disapprovalTurkish Definition : yaptırımExample sentence : Trade/economic sanctions will only be lifted (= stopped) when

the aggressor nation withdraws its troops.Translation : Ekonomik yaptırımlar sadece mütecaviz ülkenin askerlerini çekmesiyle durdurulabilir.

SANE

Vocabulary Item : sane (adj)Synonym : normal, sensible, soundAntonym : insaneTurkish Definition : aklı başındaExample sentence : It was a sane (= sensible) decision and one we all respected.Translation : Akıllıca bir karardı ve hepimiz saygı duyduk.Part of speech : sanity n.

SCEPTICAL

Vocabulary Item : sceptical (adj)Synonym : doubtful, dubious, disbelievingAntonym : undoubtfulTurkish Definition : şüpheci, kuşkuluExample sentence : Many experts remain sceptical about/of his claimsTranslation : Birçok uzman kuşkulu ididalar ortaya atıyor.Part of speech : sceptic adj. scepticism n.

SCHOLAR

Vocabulary Item : scholar (n)Synonym : academic, researcherTurkish Definition : bilgin, araştırmacıExample sentence : Dr Miles was a distinguished scholar of Russian history.Translation : Dr Miles Rus tarihi üzerine istisnai bir araştırmacıydı.Part of speech : scholarly adv.

SCOPE

Vocabulary Item : scope (n)Synonym : rangeTurkish Definition : kapsamExample sentence : I'm afraid that problem is beyond/outside the scope of my

lecture

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Translation : Korkarım bu soru benim dersimin dışındaPart of speech : scope of:kapsam, scope for:fırsat

SCRUTINIZE

Vocabulary Item : scrutinize (v)Synonym : examine in detailAntonym : conjencture, guessTurkish Definition : incelemekExample sentence : He scrutinized the men's faces carefully/closely, trying to work

out who was lyingTranslation : Kimin yalan söylediğini ortaya çıkarmak için adamların yüzünü dikkatlice inceledi.Part of speech : scrutiny n.

SCULPTURE

Vocabulary Item : sculpture (n)Synonym : statueTurkish Definition : heykelExample sentence : The museum has several life-sized sculptures of people and

animalsTranslation : Müzede insanların ve hayvanların aynı boyda birkaç heykeli var.Part of speech : scuplt v.

SECULAR

Vocabulary Item : secular (adj)Synonym : worldly Antonym : religiousTurkish Definition : laikExample sentence : We live in an increasingly secular society, in which religion has

less and less influence on our daily lives.Translation : Dinin günlük hayatımızda çok az etkisinin olduğu gittikçe daha da laikleşen bir toplumda yaşıyoruz.Part of speech : secularism n. secularist adj. secularize v.

SEDENTARY

Vocabulary Item : sedentary (adj)Synonym : sitting, inactiveAntonym : active, walkingTurkish Definition : oturarak, hareketsiz, masabaşıExample sentence : a sedentary job/occupationTranslation : masabaşı iş

SEEK

Vocabulary Item : seek (v)Synonym : look for, search forTurkish Definition : aramakExample sentence : Legal advice should be sought before you take any further

actionTranslation : Harekete geçmeden önce yasal bir ihbar aranmalıdır..Part of speech : seek to: çaba göstermek seeker n.

SEGREGATE

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Vocabulary Item : segregate (v)Synonym : seperateAntonym : uniteTurkish Definition : ayırmakExample sentence : Blacks were segregated from whites in every area of life. Translation : Zenciler hayatın her alanında beyazlardan ayrı tutuldu.Part of speech : segregation n.

SEIZE

Vocabulary Item : seize (v)Synonym : capture, grabAntonym : Turkish Definition : kavramak, yakalamak, ele geçirmekExample sentence : Troops yesterday seized control of the broadcasting stationTranslation : Askerler dün televizyon istasyonunun kontrolünü ele geçirdi.Part of speech : seizure n.

SENSELESS

Vocabulary Item : senseless (adj)Synonym : pointless, meaninglessAntonym : meaningful,sensibleTurkish Definition : anlamsızExample sentence : a senseless argumentTranslation : anlamsız münakaşaPart of speech : sense n. sensible adj. sensibly adv.

SENSIBLE

Vocabulary Item : sensible (adj)Synonym : reasonable, rationalAntonym : Turkish Definition : akıllı, mantıklıExample sentence : He did not appear to be sensible of the difficulties that lay

ahead.Translation : Part of speech : sensibly adv.

SENTIMENT

Vocabulary Item : sentiment (n)Synonym : feelingTurkish Definition : duygu, hisExample sentence : Nationalist sentiment has increased in the area since the

bombingTranslation : Bombalamadan sonra bölgede milli duygular yükseldi.Part of speech : sentimental adj.

SETBACK

Vocabulary Item : setback (n)Synonym : defeat, difficultyAntonym : easeTurkish Definition : yenilgi, zorlukExample sentence : There has been a slight/temporary setback in our plans

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Translation : Planlarımızda geçici bir zorlukla karşı karşıyaydık.

SEVER

Vocabulary Item : sever (v)Synonym : cut off, breakAntonym : join ,connectTurkish Definition : bağını kopartmakExample sentence : Electricity cables have been severed by the stormTranslation : Elektrik telleri fırtına nedeniyle koptu.Part of speech : severance n.

SEVERE

Vocabulary Item : severe (adj)Synonym : serious, acuteAntonym : mild, flexibleTurkish Definition : ciddi, sert, önemliExample sentence : This is a school for children with severe learning difficulties.Translation : Bu okul ciddi öğrenme zorlukları çeken öğrenciler içindir.Part of speech : severity n. severely adv.

SEWAGE

Vocabulary Item : sewage (n)Synonym : manureTurkish Definition : lağım pisliğiExample sentence : Some cities in the world do not have proper facilities for the

disposal of sewage.Translation : Dünyanın bazı şehirlerinde pisliğin yok edilmesi için düzenli tesisler yoktur.Part of speech : sewer n. sewerage n.

SHIFT

Vocabulary Item : shift (v)Synonym : change, alter, modifyAntonym : conserve ,preserveTurkish Definition : değişmek, değiştirmekExample sentence : The wind is expected to shift (to the east) tomorrow.Translation : Rüzgarın yarın doğuya yönelmesi bekleniyor. Part of speech : shift n.

SHIPMENT

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Vocabulary Item : shipment (n)Synonym : deliveryTurkish Definition : sevkiyatExample sentence : A shipment of urgent medical supplies is expected to arrive very

soonTranslation : Acil tıbbi techizat sevkiyatının kısazamanda ulaşması bekleniyor.Part of speech : ship v.

SHORTAGE

Vocabulary Item : shortage (n)Synonym : lack, scarcityAntonym : plenty, abundanceTurkish Definition : kıtlık, eksiklikExample sentence : There's a shortage of food and shelter in the refugee campsTranslation : Göçmen kamplarında barınak ve yiyecek eksikliği var.Part of speech : short adj. shortness n.

SHRINK

Vocabulary Item : shrink (v)Synonym : diminish, become smallerAntonym : expand,swellTurkish Definition : küçülmek, çekmek, azalmakExample sentence : Your sweater will shrink if you wash it at too high a temperatureTranslation : Eğer kazağını yüksek sıcaklıkta yıkarsan,çekebilir.Part of speech : shrinkage n.

SIGNIFICANT

Vocabulary Item : significant (adj)Synonym : crucial, vital, importantAntonym : insignificantTurkish Definition : önemliExample sentence : There has been a significant increase in the number of women

students in recent years.Translation : Son yıllarda bayan öğrencilerin sayısında önemli bir artış var.Part of speech : significance n. significantly adv.

SLIPPERY

Vocabulary Item : slippery (adj)Synonym : icy, oilyAntonym : firm, safeTurkish Definition : kayganExample sentence : The road was wet and slippery.Translation : Yol ıslak ve kaygandı.Part of speech : slip v.

SLOPE

Vocabulary Item : slope (n)Synonym : inclineAntonym : deterTurkish Definition : eğimExample sentence : There's a very steep slope just before you reach the top of the

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Translation : Dağın zirvesine ulaşmadan önce çok dik bir eğim var.Part of speech : slope v.

SLUGGISH

Vocabulary Item : sluggish (adj)Synonym : slow-movingAntonym : fast-movingTurkish Definition : ağır işleyen, yavaş seyredenExample sentence : Something is wrong with the car - the engine feels a bit sluggish.Translation : Arabada ters giden birşey var. Motor biraz yavaş çalışıyor.Part of speech : sluggishly adv. sluggishness n.

SOAR

Vocabulary Item : soar (v)Synonym : rise, climb, mount Antonym : descendTurkish Definition : çok yükselmekExample sentence : Temperatures will soar into the forties over the weekend say the

weather forecasters.Translation : Hava tahmincileri haftasonunda sıcaklığın 40 derecelere çıkacağını söylüyor.Part of speech : soaring adj.

SOLACE

Vocabulary Item : solace (n)Synonym : comfort, consolationAntonym : afflictTurkish Definition : teselliExample sentence : When his wife left him, he found solace in the bottleTranslation : Karısı onu terkedince teselliyi içkide buldu.Part of speech : solace v.

SOLEVocabulary Item : sole (adj)Synonym : only, uniqueAntonym : commonTurkish Definition : tek, bir taneExample sentence : The sole survivor of the accident was found in the water after six

hours.Translation : Kazadan hayatta kalan tek kişi 6 saat sonra suyun içinde bulundu.Part of speech : solely adv.SOLIDARITY

Vocabulary Item : solidarity (n)Synonym : unity, cohesionAntonym : divisionTurkish Definition : dayanışma Example sentence : The lecturers joined the protest march to show solidarity with

their students.Translation : Öğretmenler,öğrencilerle dayanışma içinde olduğunu göstermek için protesto yürüyüşüne katıldı.

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SOLITARY

Vocabulary Item : solitary (adj)Synonym : lonely, lonesomeAntonym : manyTurkish Definition : yalnızExample sentence : In the distance was a solitary buildingTranslation : Uzaklarda tek bir bina vardı.Part of speech : sole adj.

SOPHISTICATED

Vocabulary Item : sophisticated (adj)Synonym : cultivated, developed, complexAntonym : simpleTurkish Definition : görmüş geçirmiş, gelişmiş, karmaşıkExample sentence : I think a more sophisticated approach is needed to solve this

problemTranslation : Bence bu sorunu çözmek için daha gelişmiş bir yaklaşım gerekPart of speech : sophistication n.

SORT

Vocabulary Item : sort (v)Synonym : classify, arrangeTurkish Definition : sıralamak, sınıflandırmakExample sentence : You can use the computer to sort the newspaper articles

alphabetically, by date, or by subject.Translation : Gazete makalelerini alfabetik yada konu olarak sınıflandırmak için bilgisayarı kullanabilirsin. Part of speech : sort n.

SOVEREIGN

Vocabulary Item : sovereign (adj)Synonym : ruling, reigningAntonym : secondaryTurkish Definition : hükmeden, egemen olanExample sentence : We must respect the rights of sovereign (= completely

independent) states/nations to conduct their own affairsTranslation : Bağımsız ülkelerin kendi işlerini yönetme haklarına saygı duymak zorundayız. Part of speech : sovereign n. soverignity n.

SPAN

Vocabulary Item : span (n)Synonym : distance, lengthTurkish Definition : aralık, mesafeExample sentence : an average life span of seventy yearsTranslation : Yetmiş yıllık ortalama yaşam süresiPart of speech : span v.

SPARE

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Vocabulary Item : spare (adj)Synonym : extra, boşTurkish Definition : yedekExample sentence : We've got a spare room if you want to stay overnight with usTranslation : Gece bizimle kalmak istersen fazladan bir odamız mevcutPart of speech : spare v.

SPARK

Vocabulary Item : spark (v)Synonym : generate, produce, initiateTurkish Definition : kıvılcım vermek, başlatmakExample sentence : You can start a fire by rubbing two dry pieces of wood together

until it sparks.Translation :İki kuru odun parçasını kıvılcım çıkana dek birbirine sürtersen ateş yakabilirsin. Part of speech : spark n.

SPARSE

Vocabulary Item : sparse (adj)Synonym : thin, bare, meagerAntonym : dense, thickTurkish Definition : seyrek, azExample sentence : Information coming out of the disaster area is sparseTranslation : Felaket bölgesinden gelen bilgi az.Part of speech : sparsely adv. sparseness n.

SPECIES

Vocabulary Item : species (n)Synonym : type, kind, variety Turkish Definition : türExample sentence : Over a hundred species of insect are found in this areaTranslation : Bu bölgede yüzden fazla böcek türü bulundu.

SPECIFY

Vocabulary Item : specify (v)Synonym : identify, state, indicateTurkish Definition : belirlemekExample sentence : He said we should meet but didn't specify a timeTranslation : Buluşmamız gerektiğini söyledi ama zaman belirtmedi.Part of speech : specification n.

SPILL

Vocabulary Item : spill (v)Synonym : leak, overturn, splash aboutTurkish Definition : dökmek, devirmek Example sentence : I spilt coffee on my silk shirt.Translation : İpek gömleğime kahve döktüm.Part of speech : spill n. spillage n.

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SPIN

Vocabulary Item : spin (v)Synonym : rotate, turnTurkish Definition : dönmekExample sentence : The Earth spins on its axisTranslation : Dünya yörüngesinde döner.Part of speech : spin n. spinner n.

SPLIT

Vocabulary Item : split (v)Synonym : divideTurkish Definition : bölmek, ayırmakExample sentence : The teacher split the children (up) into three groupsTranslation : Öğretmen çocukları üç gruba ayırdı.Part of speech : split n.

SPOIL

Vocabulary Item : spoil (v)Synonym : decay, rottenTurkish Definition : çürümek, bozulmakExample sentence : The dessert will spoil if you don't keep it in the fridge.Translation : Tatlıyı buzdolabına koymazsan bozulur.Part of speech : spoiled adj.

SPONTANEOUS

Vocabulary Item : spontaneous (adj)Synonym : naturalAntonym : artificialTurkish Definition : kendiliğinden olan, doğalExample sentence : His jokes seemed spontaneous, but were in fact carefully

prepared beforehandTranslation : Nükteleri doğaçlama gibi görünüyordu ama aslında daha önceden dikkatlice hazırlanmıştı.Part of speech : spontaneously adv. spontaneity n.

SPORADIC

Vocabulary Item : sporadic (adj)Synonym : irregular, intermittentAntonym : termittentTurkish Definition : aralıklıExample sentence : More than 100 people have been killed this year in sporadic

outbursts of ethnic violence.Translation : Etnik şiddetten kaynaklanan patlamalarda bu yıl 100 den fazla insan öldü.Part of speech : sporadically adv.

SQUEEZE

Vocabulary Item : squeeze (v)Synonym : pressTurkish Definition : sıkıştırmak, baskı yapmak, ezmek

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Example sentence : Cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice into the bowl.Translation : Limonu ikiye kes ve suyunu bir kaseye sık.Part of speech : squeezed adj.

STAGGERING

Vocabulary Item : staggering (adj)Synonym : astounding, surprising, sluggishAntonym : familiar,usualTurkish Definition : şaşırtıcı, hayret veren, yavaş ilerleyenExample sentence : It costs a staggering $50 000 per week to keep the museum

open to the public.Translation : Müzeyi halka açık tutmak şaşırtıcı bir şekilde haftada 50000 dolara mal oluyor.Part of speech : stagger v. staggered adj.

STAGNANT

Vocabulary Item : stagnant (adj)Synonym : sluggish, inactiveAntonym : activeTurkish Definition : durgun, hareketsiz Example sentence : a stagnant economyTranslation : durağan bir ekonomiPart of speech : stagnate v. stagnation n.

STAMINA

Vocabulary Item : stamina (n)Synonym : enduranceTurkish Definition : dayanma gücüExample sentence : The triathlon is a great test of stamina.Translation : Triatlon büyük bir dayanma gücü testidir.

STAPLE

Vocabulary Item : staple (adj)Synonym : chief, main, principalAntonym : minor, inferiorTurkish Definition : başlıca Example sentence : Prices of staple foods such as wheat and vegetables have also

been increasing.Translation : Tahıl ve sebze gibi başlıca yiyecek fiyatları da artıyor.Part of speech : staple n.

STARTLE

Vocabulary Item : startle (v)Synonym : surprise, astonish, frightenTurkish Definition : şaşırtmak, korkutmakExample sentence : The noise of the car startled the birds and the whole flock flew

up into the air.Translation : Arabanın gürültüsü kuşları korkuttu ve tüm sürü havalandı.Part of speech : startling adj.

STATIONARY

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Vocabulary Item : stationary (adj)Synonym : immobile, at restAntonym : mobileTurkish Definition : hareketsiz, sabitExample sentence : The rate of inflation has been stationary for several months Translation : Enflasyon oranı birkaç aydır sabit.

STEEP

Vocabulary Item : steep (adj)Synonym : sharp, verticalAntonym : gradualTurkish Definition : dik, sarpExample sentence : It's a steep climb to the top of the mountain, but the view is

worth it.Translation : Dağın zirvesine kadar dik bir tırmanış var ama manzaraya değer.Part of speech : steepen v. steeply adv.

STEM FROM

Vocabulary Item : stem from (v)Synonym : arise from, develope out of, originate fromTurkish Definition : -den kaynaklanmak, ileri gelmekExample sentence : Their disagreement stemmed from a misunderstanding.Translation : Anlaşmazlıkları yanlış anlamadan kaynaklandı.

STICK TO

Vocabulary Item : stick to (v)Synonym : abide by, comply with, adhere toTurkish Definition : bağlı kalmak, yapışık olmakExample sentence : Don’t worry ! We’ll stick to the agreementTranslation : Endişelenmeyin. Anlaşmaya sadık kalacağız.Part of speech : sticky adj.

STIFF

Vocabulary Item : stiff (adj)Synonym : firm, rigid, inflexible, severeAntonym : flexibleTurkish Definition : sert, katıExample sentence : This hair spray has made my hair stiff.Translation : Bu sprey saçımı sertleştirdi.Part of speech : stiff n. stiffen v.

STIMULATE

Vocabulary Item : stimulate (v)Synonym : arouseAntonym : discourageTurkish Definition : teşvik etmekExample sentence : Good teachers should ask questions that stimulate students to

think. Translation : İyi öğretmenler öğrencileri düşünmeye teşvik eden sorular

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sormalıdır.Part of speech : stimulant adj. stimulation n. stimulus n.

STRAIN

Vocabulary Item : strain (n)Synonym : force, exertion, burden, tensionTurkish Definition : gerilim, yük, zorlanmaExample sentence :The hurricane put such a strain on the bridge that it collapsed.Translation : Kasırga köprüye o kadar baskı yaptı ki, köprü yıkıldıPart of speech : strained adj.

STRATA

Vocabulary Item : strata (n)Synonym : leyerAntonym : Turkish Definition : tabakaExample sentence : The report shows that drugs have penetrated every stratum of

American society.Translation : Part of speech : stratum n. stratify v. stratification n.

STRIVE

Vocabulary Item : strive (v)Synonym : try, attemptAntonym : Turkish Definition : çaba göstermekExample sentence : In her writing she strove for a balance between innovation and

familiar prose formsTranslation :

STUBBORN

Vocabulary Item : stubborn (adj)Synonym : obstinate, inflexibleAntonym : Turkish Definition : inatçıExample sentence : They have massive rows because they're both so stubbornTranslation : Part of speech : stubbornly adv. stubbornness n.

STUN

Vocabulary Item : stun (v)

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Synonym : shock, make unconsciousAntonym : Turkish Definition : sersemletmek, şok etmekExample sentence : News of the disaster stunned people throughout the worldTranslation : Part of speech : stunning adj.

SUBJECT TO

Vocabulary Item : subject to (v)Synonym : expose toAntonym : Turkish Definition : maruz kalmakExample sentence : The inquiry found that they had been subjected to unfair

treatmentTranslation :

SUBMISSIVE

Vocabulary Item : submissive (adj)Synonym : obdeient, compliantAntonym : Turkish Definition : itaatkar, uyumluExample sentence : He was looking for a quiet submissive wife who would obey his

every word.Translation : Part of speech : submissively adv. submissiveness n.

SUBMIT

Vocabulary Item : submit (v)Synonym : hand in, presentAntonym : Turkish Definition : teslim etmek, sunmakExample sentence : You must submit your application before January 1st.Translation : Part of speech : submission n.

SUBSEQUENT

Vocabulary Item : subsequent (adv)Synonym : following, later Antonym : Turkish Definition : devamındaki, bir sonrakiExample sentence : The book discusses his illness and subsequent resignation from

the governmentTranslation : Part of speech : sunsequently adv.

SUBSIDY

Vocabulary Item : subsidy (v)Synonym : financial supportAntonym : Turkish Definition : mali destekExample sentence : The government is planning to abolish subsidies to farmers.Translation :

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Part of speech : subsidize v. subsidizer n.

SUBSISTENCE

Vocabulary Item : subsistence (n) Synonym : survival, continuation Antonym : Turkish Definition : hayatta kalmaExample sentence : The money is intended to provide a basic subsistence and

should not be paid to someone who receives other income.Translation : Part of speech : subsist v.

SUBSTANTIAL

Vocabulary Item : substantial (adj)Synonym : considerable, extensive, significantAntonym : Turkish Definition : büyük, önemliExample sentence : She inherited a substantial fortune from her grandmotherTranslation :Part of speech : substantially adv.

SUBTLE

Vocabulary Item : subtle (adj)Synonym : delicateAntonym : Turkish Definition : hassas, inceExample sentence : There is a subtle difference between these two plansTranslation :Part of speech : subtly adv.

SUBVERSIVE

Vocabulary Item : subversive (adj)Synonym : rebelliousAntonym : Turkish Definition : isyankarExample sentence : subversive elements/groups in societyTranslation :Part of speech : subvert v. subversively adv.

SUCCEED

Vocabulary Item : succeed (v)Synonym : follow, come afterAntonym : Turkish Definition : izlemek, yerini almakExample sentence : She's been trying to pass her driving test for six years and she's

finally succeeded.Translation :Part of speech : succeeding adj. succession n. successive adj.

SUCCUMB

Vocabulary Item : succumb (v)

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Synonym : yield in, give inAntonym : Turkish Definition : boyun eğmekExample sentence : Thousands of cows have succumbed to the disease in the past

few months.Translation :

SUMMIT

Vocabulary Item : summit (v)Synonym : zenith, top, peakAntonym : Turkish Definition : zirveExample sentence : On this day in 1784, Dr Michel Paccard and Jacques Balmat

reached the summit of Mont BlancTranslation :

SUPERFICIAL

Vocabulary Item : superficial (adj)Synonym : surface, shallowAntonym : Turkish Definition : yüzeysel, üstünkörüExample sentence : I only have a superficial (= slight) knowledge of French.Translation :Part of speech : superficially adv.

SUPPLANT

Vocabulary Item : supplant (v)Synonym : take the placr of sth.Antonym : Turkish Definition : yerini almakExample sentence : In most offices, the typewriter has now been supplanted by the

computer.Translation :

SURMOUNT

Vocabulary Item : surmount (v)Synonym : overcome, conquerAntonym : Turkish Definition : üstesinden gelmekExample sentence : They managed to surmount all opposition/objections to their

plansTranslation : Part of speech : surmountable adj.

SURPASS

Vocabulary Item : surpass (v)Synonym : exceed Antonym : Turkish Definition : aşmakExample sentence : The book's success has surpassed everyone's expectationsTranslation : Part of speech : surpassing adj.

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SURPLUS

Vocabulary Item : surplus (n)Synonym : extra, excessAntonym : Turkish Definition : fazlalıkExample sentence : The government has authorized the army to sell its surplus

weapons.Translation : Part of speech :

SURVEILLANCE

Vocabulary Item : surveillance (n)Synonym : close observation, scrutinyAntonym : Turkish Definition : gözetim, yakın takipExample sentence : More banks are now installing surveillance camerasTranslation :

SUSCEPTIBLE

Vocabulary Item : susceptible (adj)Synonym : sensitive, impressibleAntonym : Turkish Definition : hassas, duyarlıExample sentence : These plants are particularly susceptible to frostTranslation :Part of speech : susceptibility n.

SUSPEND

Vocabulary Item : suspend (v)Synonym : hang, hang up, postponeAntonym : Turkish Definition : askıya almak, ertelemekExample sentence : The ferry service has been suspended for the day because of

bad weather.Translation : Part of speech : suspension n.

SUSTAIN

Vocabulary Item : sustain (v)Synonym : maintain, keepAntonym : Turkish Definition : sürdürmekExample sentence : The economy looks set to sustain its growth into next yearTranslation : Part of speech : sustainable (adj)

SUSTENANCE

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Vocabulary Item : sustenance (n)Synonym : nourishment, nutritionAntonym : Turkish Definition : beslenmeExample sentence : During this freezing weather, the food put out by householders

is the only form of sustenance that the birds have.Translation :

SWAMP

Vocabulary Item : swamp (n)Synonym : marshAntonym : Turkish Definition : bataklıkExample sentence : The Everglades are an area of swamp in southern FloridaTranslation : Part of speech : swampy

SWEAT

Vocabulary Item : sweat (v)Synonym : perspireAntonym : Turkish Definition : terlemekExample sentence : It was so hot when we arrived in Tripoli that we started to sweat

as soon as we got off the planeTranslation :Part of speech : sweat n.

SWELL

Vocabulary Item : swell (v)Synonym : become biggerAntonym : decreaseTurkish Definition : şişmekExample sentence : It was obvious she had broken her toe, because it immediately

started to swell (up).Translation : Başparmağını kırdığı açıktı çünkü hemen şişmeye başladı.Part of speech : swell n.

SWINDLE

Vocabulary Item : swindle (v)Synonym : fraudTurkish Definition : dolandırmakExample sentence : They swindled local businesses out of thousands of pounds.Translation : Yerel şirketleri binlerce paund dolandırdılar.Part of speech :swindler n.

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TTACTFUL

Vocabulary Item : tactful (adj)Synonym : sensitive, thoughtfulAntonym : blunderingTurkish Definition : incelik içeren, nazikExample sentence : Mentioning his baldness wasn't very tactful.Translation : Onun kelliğinden bahsetmen çok nazikçe değildi.Part of speech : tactfully adv.

TAKE FOR GRANTED

Vocabulary Item : take for granted (v)Synonym : assume, presumeTurkish Definition : varsaymakExample sentence : I didn't realize that Melanie hadn't been to college - I suppose I

just took it for granted.Translation : Melanie’nin okulda olmadığını farketmedim. sanırım orda

varsaydım.

TAKE INTO ACCOUNT

Vocabulary Item : take into account (v)Synonym : considerAntonym : ignoreTurkish Definition : gözönüne almakExample sentence : You should take into account of difficulties of a private business before you embark onTranslation : Bu işe başlamadan önce özel bir şirketin zorluklarını hesaba katmalısın.

TALENT

Vocabulary Item : talent (n) Synonym : ability, gift, aptitudeAntonym : inabilityTurkish Definition : yetenekExample sentence : Her talent for music showed at an early ageTranslation : Onun müzik yeteneği küçük yaşlarda ortaya çıktı.Part of speech : talented adj.

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TANGIBLE

Vocabulary Item : tangible (adj)Synonym : can be touchedAntonym : imperceptibleTurkish Definition : elle tutulur, somutExample sentence : We need tangible evidence if we're going to take legal actionTranslation : Yasal olarak harekete geçmek için somut delillere iihtiyaımız var.Part of speech : tangibly adv.

TEMPER

Vocabulary Item : temper (n)Synonym : anger, annoyanceAntonym : patience Turkish Definition : öfke, huysuzlukExample sentence : He's got a really bad temper.Translation : Gerçekten kötü bir öfkesi var. Part of speech : -tempered

TEMPERATE

Vocabulary Item : temperate (adj)Synonym : moderate, mild, calmAntonym : extremeTurkish Definition : ılımlı, ölçülüExample sentence : a temperate climateTranslation : ılıman iklim

TEMPORARY

Vocabulary Item : temporary (adj)Synonym : provisional, interimAntonym : constant, permanentTurkish Definition : geçiciExample sentence : The ceasefire will only provide a temporary solution to the crisis.Translation : Ateşkes,krize sadece geçici bir çözüm sağlayabilir.Part of speech : temporarily adv.

TEMPT

Vocabulary Item : tempt (v)Synonym : allure, appealAntonym : repel, dissuadeTurkish Definition : cezbetmekExample sentence : The offer of a free car stereo tempted her into buying a new carTranslation : Bedava araba kasetçaları teklifi onu yeni bir araba almaya itti.Part of speech : tempting adj.

TEND

Vocabulary Item : tend (v)Synonym : be inclined to, apt to

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Turkish Definition : eğilimli olmakExample sentence : We tend to get cold winters and warm, dry summers in this part

of the country.Translation : Ülkenin bu bölgesinde sıcak,kurak yazlar ve soğuk kışlar yaşamaya doğru bir eğilim var.

TENDER

Vocabulary Item : tender (adj)Synonym : soft, gentleAntonym : hard, toughTurkish Definition : yumuşak, şefkatliExample sentence : What you need is some tender loving care.Translation : İhtiyacın olan şey biraz şefkatli sevgiPart of speech : tenderness n.

TENET

Vocabulary Item : tenet (n)Synonym : belief, opinionTurkish Definition : görüş, ilke, inançExample sentence : It is a tenet of contemporary psychology that an individual's

mental health is supported by having good social relationshipsTranslation : Bu insanın zihinsel sağlığının iyi sosyal ilişkilerle desteklendiği ile alakalı çağdaş bir psikoloji görüşüdür.

TERMINATE

Vocabulary Item : terminate (v)Synonym : end, concludeAntonym : begin, startTurkish Definition : sona er(dir)mekExample sentence : They terminated my contract in OctoberTranslation : Sözleşmemi Ekim’de sona erdirdiler.Part of speech : termination n.

TERRAIN

Vocabulary Item : terrain (n)Synonym : ground, territoryTurkish Definition : bölge, araziExample sentence : His car handles particularly well on rough terrain.Translation : Arabası özellikle engebeli arazilerde iyi yol tutuyor.

TESTIMONY

Vocabulary Item : testimony (n)Synonym : evidence, statementTurkish Definition : ifadeExample sentence : Some doubts have been expressed about his testimony.Translation : İfadesinde bazı şüpheler dile getirildi.

THREAT

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Vocabulary Item : threat (n)Synonym : menaceTurkish Definition : tehditExample sentence : The threat of jail failed to deter him from petty crime.Translation : Cezaevi tehdidi onun önemsiz suçlar işlemesine mani olamadı. Part of speech : threatening adj.

THRILLING

Vocabulary Item : thrilling (adj)Synonym : excitingAntonym : boring, dullTurkish Definition : heyecan vericiExample sentence : The book is a thrilling adventure story.Translation : Kitap heyecan verici bir macera hikayesi. Part of speech : thrilled adj.

THRIVE

Vocabulary Item : thrive (v)Synonym : prosper, flourishAntonym : fail,declineTurkish Definition : gelişmek, büyümekExample sentence : His business thrived in the years before the war.Translation : işi savaştan önceki yıllarda büyüdü.Part of speech : thriving adj.

TINY

Vocabulary Item : tiny (adj)Synonym : very smallAntonym : enormous,hugeTurkish Definition : çok küçükExample sentence : a tiny flowerTranslation : küçük bir çiçek

TORTURE

Vocabulary Item : torture (v)Synonym : torment, make sufferTurkish Definition : işkence yapmakExample sentence : Half of the prisoners died after torture and starvationTranslation : Açlık ve işkenceden sonra mahkumların yarısı öldü.Part of speech : torture n.

TOUGH

Vocabulary Item : tough (adj)Synonym : severe, strict, rigidAntonym : soft,weakTurkish Definition : sert, katıExample sentence : These toys are made from tough plastic.Translation : Bu oyuncaklar sert plastikten yapılır.

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Part of speech : toughen v. toughly adv. thoughness n.

TRACE

Vocabulary Item : trace (n)Synonym : sign, markTurkish Definition : izExample sentence : He attempted to cover up all the traces of his crimeTranslation : Cinayetin tüm izlerini kapatmaya çalıştı.Part of speech : trace v. traceable adj.

TRACK

Vocabulary Item : track (v)Synonym : follow, traceTurkish Definition : takip etmekExample sentence : The military use radar satellites to track targets through clouds

and at night.Translation : Ordu,bulutların içinde ve geceleri hedefleri takip etmek için radar uydular kullanırPart of speech : track n.

TRAIT

Vocabulary Item : trait (n)Synonym : property, characteristicTurkish Definition : özellikExample sentence : His sense of humour is one of his better traits.Translation : Mizah anlayışı onun en iyi özelliklerinden biridir.

TREASURE

Vocabulary Item : treasure (v)Synonym : cherish, value, prizeTurkish Definition : değer vermekExample sentence : This pen that my grandfather gave me is one of my most

treasured possessionsTranslation : Dedemin verdiği bu kalem en değerli eşyalarımdan biridir.Part of speech : treasure n. treasury n

TREATY

Vocabulary Item : treaty (n)Synonym : agreement, packTurkish Definition : anlaşmaExample sentence : We've signed/concluded a treaty with neighbouring states to

limit emissions of harmful gases.Translation : Zaralı gazların yayılmasını sınırlandırmak için komşu ülkelerle bir anlaşma imzaladık.

TREND

Vocabulary Item : trend (n)Synonym : tendency, fashion

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Turkish Definition : eğilim, modaExample sentence : There's been a downward/upward trend in sales in the last few

years.Translation : Son birkaç yılda satışlarda aşağıya/yukarıya doğru bir eğilim var.Part of speech : trendy adj.

TRIFLING

Vocabulary Item : trifling (adj)Synonym : trivial, unimportant, insignificantAntonym : important ,significantTurkish Definition : önemsizExample sentence : It was such a trifling sum of money to argue about!Translation : Tartışılmayacak kadar önemsiz bir para tutarıydı.

TRIUMPH

Vocabulary Item : triumph (n)Synonym : victory, achievement, successAntonym : defeat, failureTurkish Definition : zafer, başarıExample sentence : The signing of the agreement was a personal triumph for the

Prime Minister.Translation : Anlaşmanın imzalanması Başbakanın şahsi başarısıydı.Part of speech : triumphant adj.

TURMOIL

Vocabulary Item : turmoil (n)Synonym : disorder, chaos, Turkish Definition : karışıklıkExample sentence : The whole region is in turmoil.Translation : Bütün bölge karışıklık içinde.

TYRANNY

Vocabulary Item : tyranny (n)Synonym : dictatorship, despotismAntonym : democracyTurkish Definition : diktatörlükExample sentence : This, the president promised us, was a war against tyrannyTranslation : Bu,başkanın söz verdiği gibi diktatörlüğe karşı bir savaştı.Part of speech : tyrannical adj.

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UULTIMATE

Vocabulary Item : ultimate (adj)Synonym : eventual, finalTurkish Definition : son, nihaiExample sentence : Infidelity is the ultimate betrayalTranslation : Sadakatsizliğin sonu ihanettir.Part of speech : ultimately adv. ultimate n.

UNANIMOUSLY

Vocabulary Item : unanimously (adv)Synonym : collectivelyTurkish Definition : oy birliğiyleExample sentence : All four proposals to the committee were unanimously approved.Translation : Komiteye sunulan 4 teklifte oybirliğiyle kabul edildi. Part of speech : unanimous adj. unanimity n.

UNBIASED

Vocabulary Item : unbiased (adj)Synonym : unprejudiced, fair, impartialAntonym : biasedTurkish Definition : önyargısızExample sentence : an unbiased opinionTranslation : önyargısız düşünce

UNCEASINGVocabulary Item : unceasing (adj)Synonym : perpetual, constant, continuousAntonym : stativeTurkish Definition : sürekliExample sentence : We had a fortnight of unceasing rainTranslation : On beş gece durmadan yağmur yağdı.Part of speech : unceasingly adv.

UNDERESTIMATE

Vocabulary Item : underestimate (v)Synonym : minimize, belittleAntonym : maximizeTurkish Definition : küçümsemekExample sentence : One shouldn't underestimate the difficulties of getting all the

political parties to the conference tableTranslation : İnsan görüşme masasına tüm siyasi partileri getirmenin zorluğunu küçümsememelidir.Part of speech : underestimate n.

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UNDERMINE

Vocabulary Item : undermine (v)Synonym : weaken, harmAntonym : strengthenTurkish Definition : zayıflatmak, sarsmakExample sentence : The President has accused two cabinet ministers of working

secretly to undermine his position/him.Translation : Cumhurbaşkanı iki kabine üyesini kendisini zayıflatmak için gizlice çalışmakla suçladı.

UNDERTAKE

Vocabulary Item : undertake (v)Synonym : assume, take onTurkish Definition : üstlenmek, söz vermekExample sentence : She undertook not to publish the names of the people involved.Translation : Olaya dahil olan insanların ismini yayınlamamaya söz verdi.Part of speech : undertaking adj.

UNEASINESS

Vocabulary Item : uneasiness (n)Synonym : discomfort, restlessnessTurkish Definition : huzursuzlukExample sentence :Growing unease at the prospect of an election is causing fierce

arguments within the partyTranslation : Seçim beklentisiyle artan huzursuzluk parti içerisinde hararetli tartışmalara sebep oluyor.Part of speech :uneasy adj. unease n.

UNIFICATION

Vocabulary Item : unification (n)Synonym : union, mergerAntonym : seperationTurkish Definition : birleşmeExample sentence the unification of East and West GermanyTranslation : Doğu ve Batı Almanya’nın birleşmesiPart of speech : unify v. unified adj.

UNIFY

Vocabulary Item : unify (v)Synonym : unite, join, combine Antonym : seperateTurkish Definition : birleştirmek

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Example sentence : If the new leader does manage to unify his warring party it will be quite an achievement.

Translation : Yeni lider kavgalı partisini birleştirebilirse büyük bir başarı olacaktır.Part of speech : unified adj. unification n.

UNILATERAL

Vocabulary Item : unilateral (adj)Synonym : one-sidedAntonym : multilateralTurkish Definition : tek taraflıExample sentence : The party leader has actually declared her support for unilateral

nuclear disarmamentTranslation : Parti lideri tek taraflı nükleer silahsızlanmaya karşı desteğini açıkladı.Part of speech : unilaterally adv. unilateralism n.

UNIQUE

Vocabulary Item : unique (adj)Synonym : exclusive, only, singleAntonym : common, ordinaryTurkish Definition : eşsiz, benzersizExample sentence : Each person's genetic code is unique except in the case of

identical twins.Translation : Tek yumurta ikizleri hariç, her insanın genetik şifresi tektir.Part of speech : uniqueness n. uniquely adv.

UNPRECEDENTED

Vocabulary Item : unprecedented (adj)Synonym : unique, unmatchedAntonym : precedentedTurkish Definition : daha önce görülmemiş, eşsizExample sentence : This century has witnessed environmental destruction on an

unprecedented scaleTranslation : Bu asır, daha önce görülmemiş bir çevresel tahribata tanık oldu.

UNREST

Vocabulary Item : unrest (n)Synonym : uneasiness, restlessnessAntonym : rest, peaceTurkish Definition : huzursuzlukExample sentence : It is feared that the civil unrest we are now witnessing in this

country could lead to full-scale civil war.

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Translation : Bu aralar şahit olduğumuz halk huzursuzluğunun çok geniş bir iç savaşa yol açacağından korkuluyor.

UNSANITARY

Vocabulary Item : unsanitary (adj)Synonym : not clean, pollutedAntonym : sanitaryTurkish Definition : kirli, sağlıksızExample sentence : unsanitary living conditionsTranslation : sağlıksız yaşam koşulları

UNSUBSTANTIATED

Vocabulary Item : unsubstantiated (adj)Synonym : unproven, unconfirmedAntonym : substantiatedTurkish Definition : kanıtlanmamış, onaylanmamışExample sentence : They have enough evidence about unsubstantiated complaints

of vandalismTranslation :

UNTAPPED

Vocabulary Item : untapped (adj)Synonym : unused, untouchedAntonym : tappedTurkish Definition : dokunulmamış, el sürülmemişExample sentence : The country's forests are largely untapped resources.Translation :

UPHEAVAL

Vocabulary Item : upheaval (n)Synonym : eruption, disruption, disturbanceTurkish Definition : ani değişiklik, kargaşaExample sentence : The long garbage strike in 1970 caused much political upheaval.Translation : 1970’deki uzun çöp grevi birçok politik kargaşaya sebep oldu.

URGENT

Vocabulary Item : urgent (adj)Synonym : immediate, imperativeAntonym : trivialTurkish Definition : acilExample sentence : The plumbing in this building is in urgent need of repairTranslation : Bu binadaki su tesisatı acil tamir gerektiriyor. Part of speech : urgency n. urgently adv.

UTILITY

Vocabulary Item : utility (n)

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Synonym : usefullness, effectivenessAntonym : futility, uselessnessTurkish Definition : yararlılıkExample sentence : Its basic utility lies in being able to drive where other vehicles

can't go.Translation : Bu aracın esas faydası diğer araçların gidemeyeceği yerlerde kullanılabilmesidir UTMOST

Vocabulary Item : utmost (adj)Synonym : greatest, maximum, highestAntonym : minor,lowlyTurkish Definition : en üstün, azamiExample sentence : Speed was of the utmost importanceTranslation : Hız en önemli şeydi.Part of speech : utmost n.

V.VACCINATE

Vocabulary Item : vaccinate (v)Synonym : inoculate Turkish Definition : aşı yapmakExample sentence : Our children have been vaccinated for measles and other

childhood diseasesTranslation : Çocuklarımız kızamık ve diğer çocuk hastalıklarına karşı aşı oldular. Part of speech : vaccine n. vaccination n.

VACUUM

Vocabulary Item : vacuum (n)Synonym : empty spaceAntonym : occupiedTurkish Definition : boşlukExample sentence : Edison knew that he had to create a vacuum inside the lightbulbTranslation : Edison ampulun içinde boşluk bırakmak zorunda olduğunu biliyordu.Part of speech : vacuum v.

VAIN

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Vocabulary Item : vain (adj)Synonym : worthless, uselessAntonym : fruitful,modestTurkish Definition : değersiz, boş, yararsızExample sentence : Employers clearly hoped that the workers would stay longer, but

their efforts were largely in vain (= unsuccessful).Translation : İşverenler işçilerin daha uzun süre kalacağını umuyorlardı fakat çabalarının çoğu boşunaydı.

VENTURE

Vocabulary Item : venture (n)Synonym : business enterpriseTurkish Definition : tehlikeli işExample sentence : His most recent business venture ended in bankruptcy.Translation : En son iş macerası iflasla sonuçlandı.Part of speech : venture v.

VERDICT

Vocabulary Item : verdict (n)Synonym : decisionTurkish Definition : karar, hükümExample sentence : The jury reached/returned a verdict of not guilty after six hours

of deliberationTranslation : Mahkeme 6 saatlik müzakereden sonra suçlu olmadığı hükmüne vardılar.

VERGE

Vocabulary Item : verge (n)Synonym : edge, thresholdAntonym : centre,midstTurkish Definition : eşik, kenarExample sentence : They set up camp on the verge of the desert.Translation : Çölün kenarına kamp kurdular.

VERIFY

Vocabulary Item : verify (v)Synonym : confirm, validateAntonym : subvert,misrepresentTurkish Definition : doğrulamakExample sentence : Are you able to verify your account/allegation/report/theory?Translation : Teorini doğrulayabilirmisin?Part of speech : verification n.

VERMIN

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Vocabulary Item : vermin (n)Synonym : parasites, pestTurkish Definition : zararlı hayvan, parazitExample sentence : Flies, lice, rats, foxes and cockroaches can all be described as

verminTranslation : Sinek,bit,fare ve hamamböceği zararlı hayvan olarak nitelendirilebilir.Part of speech : verminous adj.

VERSATILE

Vocabulary Item : versatile (adj)Synonym : many-skilled, ingeniousAntonym : unflexibleTurkish Definition : çok yönlüExample sentence : He's a very versatile young actor who's as happy in horror films

as he is in TV comediesTranslation : TV dizilerinde olduğu kadar korku filmlerinde de oynamaktan mutlu olan çok yönlü bir oyuncudur. Part of speech : versatility n.

VERTICAL

Vocabulary Item : vertical (adj)Synonym : perpendicularAntonym : horizontalTurkish Definition : dikeyExample sentence : She looked over the cliff and found she was standing at the

edge of a vertical rock.Translation : Uçurumdan aşağı bakarken dikey bir kayanın tam kenarında durduğunun farkına vardı.Part of speech : vertical n. vertically adv.

VIABLE

Vocabulary Item : viable (adj)Synonym : feasible, possibleAntonym : impossibleTurkish Definition : olası, yapılabilirExample sentence : I am afraid your plan is not commercially viable.Translation : Korkarım,planınızın ticari olarak uygulanması mümkün değil.Part of speech : viability n. viably adv.

VIBRATE

Vocabulary Item : vibrate (v)Synonym : shake, tremble, oscillateAntonym : rest,be stillTurkish Definition : titreşim yapmakExample sentence : The whole station seemed to vibrate as the express train rushed

throughTranslation : Tüm istasyon sanki ekspres tren hızla gelmiş gibi titredi.Part of speech : vibration (n)

VICE VERSA

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Vocabulary Item : vice versaSynonym : conversely, reversely, Turkish Definition : tam tersiExample sentence : Andy doesn't trust Kate, and vice versaTranslation : Andy Kate’e güvenmiyor,Kate’de Andy’ye.

VICIOUS CYCLE

Vocabulary Item : vicious cycle (n)Synonym : vicious circleTurkish Definition : kısır döngüExample sentence : Many people get caught/trapped in a vicious circle of dieting and

weight gainTranslation : Bir çok insan kilo alma ve verme döngüsüne yakalanmış durumda.

VICTORY

Vocabulary Item : victory (n)Synonym : win, triumph Antonym : defeat,retreatTurkish Definition : zaferExample sentence : The Redskins opened the season by scoring a

resounding/stunning/impressive 25-3 victory against/over DetroitTranslation : Redskins takımı,Detroit’i parlak bir zaferle 25-3 yenerek sezonu açtılar.Part of speech : victor n. victorious adj.

VIE FOR

Vocabulary Item : vie for sth (v)Synonym : compete Turkish Definition : yarışmak, mücadele etmekExample sentence : Six candidates are currently vying for the Democratic

presidential nomination.Translation : Demokratların başkanlık adaylığı için şu anda 6 aday mücadele ediyor.

VIGOROUS

Vocabulary Item : vigorous (adj)Synonym : powerful, energeticAntonym : weak,impotentTurkish Definition : güçlü, enerjikExample sentence : There has been vigorous opposition to the proposals for a new

roadTranslation : Yeni yol teklifleri için güçlü bir muhalefet var.Part of speech : vigor (n) vigorously (adv)

VINTAGE

Vocabulary Item : vintage (adj)Synonym : old, antiqueAntonym : newTurkish Definition : eskiExample sentence : vintage champagne/port

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Translation : eski şampanya/şarapPart of speech : vintage n.

VIOLATE

Vocabulary Item : violate (v)Synonym : break the rulesAntonym : respect,honourTurkish Definition : çiğnemek, ihlal etmekExample sentence : It seems that the planes deliberately violated the cease-fire

agreementTranslation : Uçaklar ateşkes anlaşmasını kasten ihlal etmiş gibi görünüyor.Part of speech : violation n.

VIRTUALLY

Vocabulary Item : virtually (adv)Synonym : almost, practically, nearlyAntonym : directly,definitelyTurkish Definition : hemen hemen, neredeyseExample sentence : That wine stain on my shirt has virtually disappearedTranslation : Gömleğimdeki şarap lekesi neredeyse yok uldu.Part of speech : virtual (adj)

VOLATILITY

Vocabulary Item : volatility (n)Synonym : instabilityTurkish Definition : istikrarsızlıkExample sentence : The volatility of Food and fuel prices is hardly surprising in a war

situation.Translation : Yiyecek ve petrol fiyatlarının savaş durumunda istikrarsız oluşu hiç te şaşırtıcı değildir.Part of speech : volatile (adj)

VOLUNTEER

Vocabulary Item : volunteer (v)Synonym : enter sth willinglyAntonym : compel, forceTurkish Definition : gönüllü olmakExample sentence : During the emergency many staff volunteered to work

weekends.Translation : Acil durum boyunca birçok personel hafta sonları da çalışmaya gönüllü oldular. Part of speech : voluntarily adv. volunteer adj.

VULNERABLE

Vocabulary Item : vulnerable (adj)Synonym : susceptible, defenceless, unprotected (adj)Antonym : defended,impregnableTurkish Definition : korunmasız, savunmasızExample sentence :Tourists are more vulnerable to attack, because they do not

know which areas of the city to avoid.Translation : Turistler saldırıya karşı daha savunmasızdır çünkü

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şehrin hangi bölgesinden kaçınmaları gerektiğini bilmezler.Part of speech : vulnerability n.

WWAGE

Vocabulary Item : wage (v)Synonym : conduct, carry on, embark onTurkish Definition : yürütmek, yapmakExample sentence : We have been waging a desperate campaign against the drug

addicts.Translation : Uyuşturucu bağımlılarına karşı umutsuz bir kampanya Yürütüyoruz.Part of speech : wage (n)

WANDER

Vocabulary Item : wander (v)Synonym : walk about, go aimlessly,roamAntonym : remain,stayTurkish Definition : dolaşmakExample sentence : We spent the morning wandering around the old part of the cityTranslation : Sabahı,şehrin eski kısımlarını dolaşarak geçirdik.Part of speech : wander (n) wanderer (n)

WARD OFF

Vocabulary Item : ward off (v)Synonym : prevent, hinderTurkish Definition : önlemekExample sentence : In the winter I take vitamin C to ward off colds.Translation : Kışın soğuk algınlığını önlemek için C vitamini alırım.

WARRANT

Vocabulary Item : warrant (v)Synonym : justify, necessitate, guaranteeAntonym : invalidateTurkish Definition : garanti etmek, haklı kılmak, gerektirmekExample sentence : It's a relatively simple task that really doesn't warrant a great

deal of time being spent on it.Translation : Şu anda harcanmakta olan vakti gerektirmeyen nispeten basit bir görevdir.Part of speech : warrant (n)

WEALTH

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Vocabulary Item : wealth (n)Synonym : prosperity, affluenceAntonym : poverty,indigenceTurkish Definition : zenginlik,servetExample sentence : During a successful business career, she accumulated a great

amount of wealth.Translation : Başarılı bir meslek hayatı boyunca,büyük miktarda servet kazandı.Part of speech : wealthy adj.

WELFARE

Vocabulary Item : welfare (n)Synonym : well-being, prosperity, affluenceAntonym : adversity,failureTurkish Definition : refah, mutlulukExample sentence : These organizations have fought very hard for the rights and

welfare of immigrants.Translation : Bu tür kuruluşlar göçmenlerin hakları ve mutluluğu için çok mücadele verdi.

WIDESPREAD

Vocabulary Item : widespread (adj)Synonym : plentyAntonym : limited,less,narrowTurkish Definition : yaygın, geniş çaptaExample sentence : Malnutrition in the region is widespread - affecting up to 78% of

children under five years old.Translation : Gıdasızlık bölgede yaygın ve beş yaşın altındaki çocukların %78 i bundan etkileniyor

WIELD

Vocabulary Item : wield (v)Synonym : employ, exercise, use, haveTurkish Definition : kullanmak, sahip olmakExample sentence : She was confronted by a man wielding a knifeTranslation : Bıçaklı bir adamla karşı karşıya geldi.

WILL

Vocabulary Item : will (n)Synonym : determination, decision, Antonym : vacillation,indecisionTurkish Definition : irade, istekExample sentence : After six months in hospital she began to lose the will to liveTranslation : Altı ay hastanede kaldıktan sonra,yaşama isteğini kaybetmeye başladı.

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WIPE OUT

Vocabulary Item : wipe out (v)Synonym : destroyTurkish Definition : silip süpürmekExample sentence : One bad harvest could wipe out all of a grower's profits for the

previous two yearsTranslation : Çiftçinin kötü geçen bir hasat dönemi, önceki iki yılın karını silip süpürebilir.

WISDOM

Vocabulary Item : wisdom (n)Synonym : common sense, prudence, insightAntonym : folly,idiocy,imbecilityTurkish Definition : bilgelik, akıl, sağduyuExample sentence : He's got a weekly radio programme in which he dispenses

wisdom (= gives his opinions) on a variety of subjects.Translation : Çeşitli konulara tavsiyeler getirdiği haftalık bir radyo programı var. Part of speech : wise adj.

WITHDRAW

Vocabulary Item : withdraw (v)Synonym : take back, pull back, extractAntonym : advance, enterTurkish Definition : geri çekmekExample sentence : The UN has withdrawn its troops from the countryTranslation : BM askerlerini ülkeden geri çekti.Part of speech : withdrawal n.

WITHOLD

Vocabulary Item : withold (v)Synonym : reserve, hold backAntonym : release,giveTurkish Definition : tutmak, vermemek, korumak,saklamakExample sentence : During the trial, the prosecution was accused of withholding

crucial evidence from the defenceTranslation : Duruşma esnasında davacı, savunma avukatları tarafından çok önemli delilleri saklamakla suçlandı.

WITHSTAND

Vocabulary Item : withstand (v)Synonym : stand against, resist, opposeAntonym : concede,submit,acquiesceTurkish Definition : karşı koymak, dayanmakExample sentence : They have designed a bridge to withstand earthquakesTranslation : Depreme dayanabilecek bir köprü dizayn ettiler.

WITNESS

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Vocabulary Item : witness (v)Synonym : see, observeTurkish Definition : tanıklık yapmak,görmekExample sentence : They were staying in the capital at the time of the riots

and witnessed several street battles.Translation : Ayaklanmalar sırasında başkentte oturuyorlardı ve birkaç sokak çatışmasını gördüler.Part of speech : witness n.

WOULD-BE

Vocabulary Item : would-be (adj)Synonym : most likely, hopefulTurkish Definition : olası, müstakbelExample sentence : a would-be artist/politician/wifeTranslation : müstakbel sanatçı/siyasetçi/eş

WRANGLE

Vocabulary Item : wrangle (v)Synonym : dispute, argue Turkish Definition : tartışmakExample sentence : They had been wrangling with the authorities about/over

parking spaces.Translation : Yetkililerle park alanları yüzünden tartışıyorlardı.Part of speech : wrangle n. wrangling adj.

WRECK

Vocabulary Item : wreck (v)Synonym : destroy, ruinAntonym : preserveTurkish Definition : yıkmak, tahrip etmekExample sentence : The explosion shattered nearby windows and wrecked two carsTranslation : Patlama yakınındaki camları paramparça etti ve iki arabaya ağır hasar verdi. Part of speech : wreckage n. wreck n.

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Y.YIELD

Vocabulary Item : yield n.Synonym : harvest, cropTurkish Definition : ürün, mamülExample sentence : The investigation yielded some unexpected results.Translation : Sorusturma beklenmeyen sonuçlar verdi.Part of speech : yield v.

YIELDTO

Vocabulary Item : yield to (v)Synonym : give in to, acceptAntonym : stand against,oppose,confrontTurkish Definition : boyun eğmek, teslim olmak Example sentence : Despite renewed pressure to give up the occupied territory, they

will not yieldTranslation : İşgal edilen bölgeyi terketmeleri için yeniden başlayan baskılara boyun eğmeyecekler.

ZZEAL

Vocabulary Item : zeal (n)Synonym : eagerness, enthusiasmAntonym : apathy, coldness

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Turkish Definition : şevk, istekExample sentence : a zeal for money-makingTranslation : para kazanma arzusuPart of speech : zealot n. zaalous adj.

ZENITH

Vocabulary Item : zenith (n)Synonym : peak, summit, Turkish Definition : zirveExample sentence : His career reached its zenith in the 1960sTranslation : Meslek hayatı 1960’larda zirveye ulaştı.

ZEST

Vocabulary Item : zest (n)Synonym : excitement, enthusiasm, eagerness,smack Turkish Definition : keyif, neşe,hevesExample sentence : It's wonderful to see the children's zest for lifeTranslation : Çocukların yaşama heveslerini görmek harika. Part of speech : zestful adj. zestfully adv.

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