Daily Reading: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People (day 15)

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Today’s Vocabulary

• revamped: to renovate, revise, or improve something

  • Sentence: The company revamped its website to provide a better user experience.

• flounder: to struggle or have difficulty, especially in moving or making progress

  • Sentence: The new employee began to flounder with the complex project tasks.

• complementary: combining in such a way as to enhance or emphasize each other’s qualities

  • Sentence: The chef recommended a complementary wine to go with the rich flavors of the dish.

• frugality: the quality of being economical or thrifty, avoiding wastefulness

  • Sentence: Through years of frugality, she saved enough money to buy her dream home.

• culmination: the highest point or the final result of a process

  • Sentence: Graduating from college was the culmination of years of hard work and dedication.

• feverishly: in a highly emotional or excited manner; with intense enthusiasm

  • Sentence: The artist worked feverishly to meet the deadline for the art exhibition.

• inquire: to ask for information or investigate

  • Sentence: Visitors are encouraged to inquire about the historical artifacts at the museum.

• distorted: twisted or deformed; misrepresented

  • Sentence: The funhouse mirrors distorted the reflections, creating amusing and unrealistic images.

• aerobic: relating to or requiring the use of oxygen in the body’s energy-producing processes

  • Sentence: Regular aerobic exercise, such as jogging, is beneficial for heart health.

• vigorous: strong, healthy, and full of energy

  • Sentence: The vigorous workout left her feeling invigorated and ready to tackle the day.

• sore: painful or tender, especially when touched

  • Sentence: After the intense workout, she felt sore muscles the next day.

• stiff: rigid or not easily bent; lacking flexibility

  • Sentence: The new shoes were so stiff that it took a while for them to feel comfortable.

• rupture: a break or burst; the act of breaking or bursting

  • Sentence: The loud sound signaled the rupture of the water pipe.

• uplift: to raise or elevate, both physically and metaphorically

  • Sentence: The motivational speech aimed to uplift the spirits of the entire team.

• immersion: the state of being deeply involved or submerged in something

  • Sentence: Language immersion programs are effective for learning a new language quickly.

• discord: disagreement or conflict between people or things

  • Sentence: The political debate was marked by discord and opposing views.

• contention: a heated disagreement or argument

  • Sentence: The two candidates engaged in a contention over the proposed policies.

• pleaded: made an emotional appeal or request

  • Sentence: She pleaded with her friend to forgive her for the misunderstanding.

• palette: a range of colors or qualities used in a particular context

  • Sentence: The artist carefully selected a vibrant palette of colors for the painting.

• tempted: attracted or enticed to do something, especially something considered unwise

  • Sentence: Despite being on a diet, she was tempted by the aroma of freshly baked cookies.

• emphatically: with strong emphasis or conviction

  • Sentence: The speaker stated his point emphatically to underline its importance.

• cardiovascular: related to the heart and blood vessels

  • Sentence: Regular exercise is crucial for maintaining good cardiovascular health.

• dissipate: to disperse or scatter; to cause to disappear

  • Sentence: The morning fog began to dissipate as the sun rose higher in the sky.

• calisthenics: exercises that use the body’s own weight for resistance and require minimal equipment

  • Sentence: Calisthenics, such as push-ups and squats, can be done without any special equipment.

• straining: putting excessive pressure or stress on something

  • Sentence: The weightlifter was straining to lift the heavy barbell.

• invigorate: to give strength and energy to; to refresh or rejuvenate

  • Sentence: A brisk walk in the fresh air can invigorate both the body and mind.

• scripture: sacred or religious writings

  • Sentence: The priest shared a passage from the scripture during the ceremony.

• bequeath: to leave or pass down something, especially in a will

  • Sentence: The wealthy philanthropist decided to bequeath a significant sum to charity.

• unflappable: remaining calm and composed, especially in difficult situations

  • Sentence: Despite facing numerous challenges, the leader remained unflappable and focused.

• waned: decreased in intensity, size, or power

  • Sentence: The popularity of the trend waned as new interests emerged.

• clod: a lump of earth or clay; a clumsy or stupid person

  • Sentence: He accidentally stepped on a clod of mud, leaving a trail of footprints.

• ailment: a minor illness or health problem

  • Sentence: Rest and hydration are often recommended to recover from a common ailment like the flu.

• grievance: a real or imagined cause for complaint or protest

  • Sentence: The employees raised their grievances regarding working conditions with the management.