Category: Англійська щодня

Verb > Captivate

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(+ object) to attract and hold the attention of (someone) by being interesting, pretty, etc. The play has been captivating audiences for years. often used as (be) captivated We were captivated by her beauty.

Adjective > Melodramatic

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(more melodramatic; most melodramatic) often disapproving emotional in a way that is very extreme or exaggerated : extremely dramatic or emotional a melodramatic movie/story Oh, quit being so melodramatic! – melodramatically She threw herself onto the bed melodramatically and sobbed.

Verb > Trek

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(no object) 1 : to walk usually for a long distance We had to trek up six flights of stairs with our groceries. 2 : to travel by walking through an area with many mountains, rivers, etc., for pleasure and Read More …

Verb > Overrun

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(+ object) The tank divisions overran the countryside. The city was being overrun by enemy troops. Rats overran the ship. In the summer, the town is overrun with/by tourists. (=is filled with tourists) 2 : to run or go beyond Read More …

Adjective > Distinguished

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(more distinguished; most distinguished) 1 : known by many people because of some quality or achievement a distinguished scientist/career She is distinguished for her achievements in genetic research. 2 : making someone seem important and worth respect the professor’s distinguished Read More …