Daily Reading: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People (day 14)

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Today’s Vocabulary

• commingle: to mix or blend together

  • Sentence: The artist chose to commingle various colors to create a vibrant and unique painting.

• peripheral: relating to or situated on the edge or periphery; not of primary importance

  • Sentence: Although the information was in the peripheral paragraphs, it was crucial to understanding the entire story.

• endeavor: a serious and earnest effort towards a goal

  • Sentence: Despite facing many challenges, she continued to endeavor to improve her language skills.

• unnerving: causing anxiety or nervousness

  • Sentence: The unexpected noise in the dark alley was unnerving for the young couple.

• thrust: a sudden or strong push or movement forward

  • Sentence: With a sudden thrust, the rocket lifted off the ground and into the sky.

• palpable: able to be touched or felt; easily perceived

  • Sentence: The tension in the room was so palpable that you could almost feel it in the air.

• reverence: deep respect and admiration

  • Sentence: The students showed reverence for their teacher by listening attentively to the wise words.

• mesmerize: to capture the complete attention and fascination of someone

  • Sentence: The magician’s performance was so captivating that it mesmerized the entire audience.

• cohesive: forming a united whole; closely integrated

  • Sentence: A cohesive team is essential for success in any group project.

• trepidation: a feeling of fear or anxiety about something that may happen

  • Sentence: With some trepidation, she approached the stage for her first public speech.

• imitate: to copy or mimic someone or something

  • Sentence: Children often imitate the behavior of their parents and older siblings.

• sour: having a sharp, acidic taste; unpleasant or negative in disposition

  • Sentence: The milk had gone sour, and it was no longer suitable for consumption.

• cottage: a small, typically cozy, rural house

  • Sentence: They spent their weekend in a charming cottage by the lake.

• ailing: experiencing physical or mental health problems

  • Sentence: The ailing patient was admitted to the hospital for further medical attention.

• polarize: to divide or cause to divide into two sharply contrasting groups or sets of opinions or beliefs

  • Sentence: The controversial topic tended to polarize people into opposing viewpoints.

• wedge: a piece of wood, metal, or some other material having one thick end and tapering to a thin edge

  • Sentence: He used a wedge to keep the door open while he carried in the groceries.

• apex: the highest point; the top or climax

  • Sentence: Reaching the apex of the mountain, they were rewarded with a breathtaking view.

• dichotomous: divided or dividing into two parts or classifications

  • Sentence: The issue had a dichotomous nature, with strong arguments on both sides.

• backside: the rear surface of something; the buttocks

  • Sentence: She slipped on the ice and landed on her backside, but thankfully, she wasn’t hurt.

• eloquence: fluent or persuasive speaking or writing

  • Sentence: The president’s eloquence moved the audience and inspired them to take action.

• dormant: temporarily inactive; asleep

  • Sentence: The volcano had been dormant for centuries, but scientists remained vigilant.

• atrophy: the wasting away or progressive decline of a body part or tissue

  • Sentence: Lack of exercise can lead to muscle atrophy and weakness over time.

• pleasantry: a polite remark or exchange of civilities

  • Sentence: The conversation started with light pleasantries before delving into more serious topics.

• gestalt: a concept or phenomenon that is perceived as a whole, not just as the sum of its parts

  • Sentence: The artist aimed to capture the gestalt of the cityscape in a single painting.

• deposition: the action of deposing someone, especially a monarch; a formal statement or testimony

  • Sentence: The witness gave a deposition in court, providing crucial information about the incident.