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C1 LEXIS - PART 6
Work out the meaning of words related to INSIDE BUSINESS
Term | Definition |
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Contend with (phr v) | to have a rivalry, to argue, e.g. This lecturer really likes to _________ unruly students during his classes. |
Sweeping statements (n) | generalised statement, e.g. The report makes several ___________ about current teaching methods. |
Overwhelming (adj) | overpowering, extremely strong, e.g. The effect of his speech was _____________ — the ovation went on for several minutes. |
Bewildered (adj) | confusing or puzzling, e.g. I came out of the movie a bit _, but I enjoyed it. |
Portrayal (n) | representation, e.g. He is best known for his chilling _________ of Hannibal Lecter. |
Get to grips with (phr v) | to deal with, to be done with, e.g. The president has failed to __________ the two most important social issues of our time. |
Contentious (adj) | subject to doubt or discussion, e.g. Their _________ claim shocked everyone |
Lay person (n) | person without any specialised knowledge in the subject, non-professional, e.g. To a ______, this formula doesn’t make any sense. |
Probing (adj) | thorough, e.g. The search conducted was very ______ and therefore successful. |
Bewildering (adj) | confusing or puzzling, e.g. There is a _________ variety of software available. |
Delegate (v) | give or transfer your duties to other person, e.g. Some managers find it difficult to __________. |
Diverse (adj) | having variety, e.g. People from _________ cultures were invited to the event. |