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Exert

/ ig-ˈzərt /
Exert is to make a mental or physical effort, to strive. The opposite is to relax and take it easy. 

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Imagine you’re trying to push a heavy box across the floor. You have to use a lot of effort and strength to move it. That’s exerting yourself.

“Exert” means to use a lot of physical or mental effort to do something. It’s like putting all your energy into a task. For example, athletes exert themselves during a race, and students exert themselves while studying for exams.

Exerting yourself can be tiring, but it can also be rewarding. It shows that you’re dedicated and willing to work hard to achieve your goals.

Example Sentence

You can exert your energy by playing sports.

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Derelict

/ˈder-ə-ˌlikt/

Derelict is in very poor condition. Meaning run-down and deteriorated. The opposite would be in great condition.

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Imagine an old, abandoned house with broken windows and overgrown weeds in the yard. It looks neglected and forgotten. That house could be described as derelict.

Derelict means something that has been neglected and fallen into a state of disrepair. It’s often used to describe buildings, cars, or even ships that have been left abandoned and are now in a bad condition.

A derelict building might have crumbling walls, leaking roofs, and broken windows. It’s no longer being used or maintained, and it can become a safety hazard.

Example Sentence

The staircase by now was quite derelict with boards steps missing

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Distaste

/ dis-ˈtāst /

Distaste is causing dislike or disgust. It’s the same as offensive, unpleasant, and foul. The antonyms are to like and tasty.

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Imagine trying to eat something that looks and smells terrible. You might scrunch up your nose and feel a strong dislike for it. That feeling of dislike or disapproval is called distaste.

Distaste is a feeling of aversion or repulsion. It’s when something makes you feel uncomfortable or disgusted. For example, you might feel distaste for a strong unpleasant smell, a rude behavior, or a poorly prepared meal.

Distaste can be a strong emotion that makes you want to avoid something or someone completely. It’s like your body and mind are saying, “I don’t like this at all!”

Example Sentence

The smell of garbage made me frown in distaste.

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Glimpse

/ˈglim(p)s/
Glimpse is a momentary or partial view. A brief look, a glance, or to catch side of. The opposite is to stare and to gaze.

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Imagine you’re trying to see a shooting star. You quickly glance at the sky and catch a brief sight of it. That quick look is a glimpse.

A glimpse is a short, quick look at something. It’s like a tiny peek or a fleeting glance. For example, you might catch a glimpse of a bird flying by, or a glimpse of the moon through the clouds.

A glimpse is often unexpected and short-lived, but it can be memorable. It’s like a little moment captured in time.

Example Sentence

I caught a glimpse of a rainbow in the sky.

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Grimace

/ˈgri-məs/
Grimace is a twisted expression on a person’s face, to scowl, frown, or sneer. It’s the opposite of smile.

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Imagine biting into a lemon. Your face scrunches up in a funny way because of the sour taste. That facial expression is a grimace.

A grimace is a facial expression that shows disgust, pain, or disapproval. It’s like a twisted face, often with a wrinkled nose and pursed lips. People grimace when they taste something unpleasant, smell something bad, or feel physical pain.

Sometimes, people grimace to express strong emotions, like frustration or anger. It’s a way of showing how they feel without using words.

Example Sentence

As I cleaned his scrape, I could see him grimace in pain.

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Coax

/ˈkōks/
Coax is to gently persuade someone into doing something. It does not mean to discourage or repel.

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Imagine you have a shy puppy that doesn’t want to come to you. You gently call its name, offer it a treat, and use kind words. Slowly, you coax the puppy closer and closer.

To coax means to persuade someone to do something gently and patiently. It’s like using soft words and kind actions to encourage someone. For example, you might coax a friend to try a new food or a parent might coax a child to go to bed.

Coaxing is a gentle way of influencing someone, often using persuasion or flattery.

Example Sentence

It took almost an hour to coax the cat down from the tree.

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