Daily Reading: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People (day 16)

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Today’s Vocabulary

• raucous: Harsh, loud, and disorderly.

  • Sentence: The raucous laughter from the party next door kept me awake all night.

• macaw: A colorful and long-tailed parrot native to Central and South America.

  • Sentence: The vibrant macaw perched on the tree branch displayed a stunning array of colors.

• squawk: A loud and harsh cry or sound, often made by birds.

  • Sentence: The seagulls began to squawk loudly as the fishing boat returned to the harbor.

• parrot: A type of bird known for its ability to mimic human speech.

  • Sentence: The parrot in the pet store amused customers by repeating phrases in various voices.

• shriek: A loud and sharp cry or sound expressing fear, excitement, or pain.

  • Sentence: A sudden shriek echoed through the haunted house, startling everyone inside.

• excessive: More than what is necessary, normal, or desirable.

  • Sentence: Her excessive use of perfume made the entire room smell overwhelmingly strong.

• wandering: Moving aimlessly or without a fixed destination.

  • Sentence: After getting lost in the forest, they spent hours wandering in search of the trail.

• stimulus: Something that encourages or provokes a reaction or response.

  • Sentence: The teacher used a variety of stimuli to engage the students in the interactive lesson.

• upbringing: The way a person is raised and the values instilled during childhood.

  • Sentence: Her parents provided a loving and supportive upbringing that shaped her into a compassionate individual.

• probing: Investigating or exploring deeply and thoroughly.

  • Sentence: The detective’s probing questions revealed crucial details about the mysterious case.

• conductive: Having the property of conducting electricity or facilitating a process.

  • Sentence: Copper is a highly conductive material commonly used in electrical wiring.

• appliance: A device or machine designed for a specific task or function.

  • Sentence: The kitchen was equipped with modern appliances like a dishwasher and microwave.

• divisive: Tending to cause disagreement or disunity.

  • Sentence: The political issue was highly divisive, leading to heated debates among the citizens.

• reverence: Deep respect and admiration for someone or something.

  • Sentence: The students showed reverence for their wise and experienced teacher.

• contemplation: Deep thought or reflection.

  • Sentence: The serene garden provided the perfect environment for meditation and contemplation.

• fumed: Emitting smoke, vapor, or strongly scented gas.

  • Sentence: The fumed chimney indicated that the old factory was still in operation.

• cue: A signal or prompt for an action or event to begin.

  • Sentence: The director gave the actors a subtle cue to start the next scene.

• conscience: The inner sense of what is right or wrong in one’s conduct.

  • Sentence: His conscience weighed heavily on him after making an unethical decision.

• wee: Very small; tiny.

  • Sentence: The kitten was so wee that it could fit into the palm of my hand.

• sacred: Regarded with reverence and respect; holy.

  • Sentence: The ancient temple was considered a sacred place of worship.

• predilection: A preference or liking for something.

  • Sentence: She had a predilection for reading mystery novels in her free time.

• self-determinism: The belief in the ability to make choices and determine one’s own fate.

  • Sentence: The philosophy of self-determinism emphasizes individual freedom and responsibility.

• reveled: Took great pleasure or delight in something.

  • Sentence: The children reveled in the excitement of opening their presents on Christmas morning.

• compelling: Evoking strong interest, attention, or admiration.

  • Sentence: The speaker delivered a compelling argument that convinced the audience of the importance of conservation.

• dysfunctional: Not operating or functioning properly; characterized by impaired or abnormal behavior.

  • Sentence: The dysfunctional family struggled with communication and mutual understanding.

• submerged: Completely covered or hidden beneath a surface.

  • Sentence: The shipwreck remains were submerged underwater, unseen by passing boats.

• spontaneous: Arising naturally or without premeditation; impulsive.

  • Sentence: Their spontaneous decision to go on a road trip led to unexpected adventures.

• trample: To tread heavily or crush underfoot.

  • Sentence: The crowd began to trample the grass as they rushed towards the stage.

• cabin: A small, simple dwelling or shelter, often in a rural or wooded area.

  • Sentence: The cozy cabin in the mountains provided a peaceful retreat from city life.

• indelible: Making marks that cannot be erased or removed; permanent.

  • Sentence: The artist used indelible ink to ensure the longevity of the signature on the painting.

• contagious: Easily spread from one person or thing to another.

  • Sentence: Laughter is contagious, and soon the whole room was filled with joyous giggles.

• dulling: Making something less intense, bright, or sharp.

  • Sentence: The constant exposure to sunlight was gradually dulling the colors of the old painting.

• auditorium: A large room or building used for public gatherings, performances, or lectures.

  • Sentence: The auditorium was filled with eager students attending the academic conference.

• cane field: An area where sugarcane is cultivated.

  • Sentence: The vast cane field stretched for miles, ready for harvesting.

• seclude: To isolate or keep away from others; to be in a private or secluded place.

  • Sentence: The hermit chose to seclude himself in the mountains away from the hustle and bustle of society.

• empathic: Showing the ability to understand and share the feelings of others.

  • Sentence: Her empathic nature made her a reliable friend who always offered a listening ear.

• indefensible: Impossible to justify or support.

  • Sentence: His actions were morally indefensible, causing disappointment among his peers.

• precept: A principle or rule intended to regulate behavior or thought.

  • Sentence: The Golden Rule is a universal precept advocating treating others as you would like to be treated.

• surrogate: A substitute or replacement for someone or something.

  • Sentence: The robotic assistant served as a surrogate for human workers in performing repetitive tasks.

• posterity: Future generations; all descendants of a person.

  • Sentence: The artist hoped that his work would be appreciated by posterity for its creativity and beauty.

• bequest: A gift or legacy left in a will; something handed down from the past.

  • Sentence: The generous bequest in her grandfather’s will allowed her to pursue her dream of higher education.