Vocabulary lesson 51

emotional (adj.) relating to emotions; showing strong feelings– He is in need of emotional support.enthusiastic (adj.) very interested in something or excited by it– Business leaders gave an enthusiastic welcome to the proposal.hospitable (adj.) generous towards visitors and guests– The local people were very kind and hospitable.impatient (adj.) annoyed because of delays, someone else’s mistakes…

Definitions and samples massive (adj.) big and heavy; large and solid; bulky – The boss asked some employees to lift the massive box. denounce (v.) condemn in public; express strong disapproval of – The father denounced his son for lying to the district attorney. molest (v.) interfere with and trouble; disturb – My neighbor was…

Definitions and samples impact (n.) a strong influence – We’ll examine its impact on the economy when we come back. gallant (adj.) heroic; brave; showing respect for women – Here he once again proved that he was a brave and gallant soldier. accessible (adj.) obtainable, reachable – The site is accessible by a choice of…

Definitions and samples survive (v.) to continue living (despite some danger or illness) -The couple returned to thank local Thais who helped them survive the ordeal. shriek (v) scream (n.) a shrill, often frantic cry – I stood there, shrieking with terror, unable to move. advise (v.) give counsel; offer advice to – They advise employers…

repair (v.) restore (something damaged, worn, or faulty) to a good condition – Little seems to have been done to repair the bridges. decrease (v. & n.) make or become smaller or fewer in size, amount, intensity, or degree; the action of decreasing – Prices are expected to decrease by less than 1 per cent…

Definitions and samples cruel (adj.) disregarding or taking pleasure in the pain or suffering of others – How could you be so cruel to someone who never did you any harm? dim (adj. & v.) (of a light, color, or illuminated object) not shining brightly or clearly – The room was very dim. cheerful (adj.)…