Vocabulary in Context Flashcards
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The team was described as 'cohesive'. What does this mean?
Answer: Working well together as a unified group
'Cohesive' means forming a united whole — working together effectively. A cohesive team pulls in the same direction and supports one another.
A policy was described as 'draconian'. What does this mean?
Answer: Excessively harsh or severe
'Draconian' means excessively harsh — named after Draco, the ancient Athenian lawmaker who imposed very severe laws. It describes extreme and disproportionate measures.
The spokesperson was described as 'evasive'. What does this mean?
Answer: Avoiding giving direct answers
'Evasive' means tending to avoid commitment or self-revelation — giving vague or indirect answers to dodge difficult questions.
A report described a claim as 'substantiated'. What does this mean?
Answer: Supported by evidence
'Substantiated' means supported with evidence or proof. A substantiated claim has been backed up by facts.
The department took a 'holistic' approach to wellbeing. What does this mean?
Answer: Considering all aspects of a person's situation together
'Holistic' means dealing with the whole of something rather than individual parts. A holistic approach considers all relevant factors together.
The committee described the plan as 'tentative'. What does this mean?
Answer: Not fully worked out or certain — provisional
'Tentative' means not definite or fully worked out — a provisional arrangement subject to change. A tentative plan may be revised.