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Sunday, July 17, 2016

Vocab Log 8

1)    Parlay

Meaning: To use or develop (something) to get something else that has greater value.

E.g.:  Greta parlayed the experience she gained while writing her own fashion and lifestyle blog into her first job at Seattle social media marketing agency.

2)   Natant

Meaning: Swimming or floating in water.

E.g.: The pond was quiet, though occasionally a fish would rise to make a little splash among the natant lily pads.

3)   Lout

Meaning: An awkward brutish person

E.g.: To get away from the obnoxious louts making noise in the restaurant, Chandler and Monica asked the waiter if they could be moved to another table.

4)   Gust

Meaning: Keen delight.

E.g.: He was pleased to find his own importance, and he tasted the sweets of companionship with more gust than he had yet done.
5)   Venerate

Meaning : To feel or show deep respect for (someone or something that is considered great, holy, etc.).
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E.g.: She is venerated as a saint.


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