BUILD YOUR VOCABULARY
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YOUR WORD COLLECTION
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IPA /əˈkɒmədeɪtɪŋ/
Willing to help people by considering their needs and adjusting arrangements when possible, making things easier for them.
The accommodating host served dinner later when our train was delayed.
IPA /ˈɪntɪˌɡreɪt/
To combine separate things or make something part of a larger whole, so that the different parts work together.
I try to integrate a short walk into my daily routine.
IPA /əbˈzɜːvənt/
Good at noticing details in your surroundings or in other people's behaviour, including things that others might easily miss.
My observant daughter spotted the missing key beside the flowerpot.
IPA /ˈɒptɪˌmɪzəm/
A hopeful attitude towards the future, with a tendency to believe that things can improve or turn out well.
Her optimism helped us stay cheerful when our travel plans changed.
IPA /əˈteɪnəbl/
Possible to achieve through effort or suitable conditions, especially when a goal fits the time, skills and resources available.
Saving for a weekend trip feels more attainable than buying a new car.
IPA /ɪˈvæljʊeɪt/
To examine something carefully and make a judgement about its quality, usefulness or value, using the information available to you.
We evaluated several possible routes before choosing the easiest one.
IPA /əˈblaɪdʒɪŋ/
Willing and pleased to help other people, especially by doing small favours or responding kindly to their requests.
An obliging neighbour watered our plants while we were away.
IPA /ˈmɪtɪˌɡeɪt/
To reduce how harmful, serious or unpleasant something is, even if you cannot remove the problem completely.
Thick curtains can help mitigate the noise from the street.
IPA /ˈɛləkwənt/
Able to express ideas and feelings clearly and persuasively, or describing speech or writing that does this.
Her eloquent speech at the wedding made everyone smile.
IPA /ˌiːkwəˈnɪmɪtɪ/
A calm, steady state of mind that you maintain when something difficult, disappointing or unexpected happens.
She accepted the sudden change of plans with equanimity.
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