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ADJECTIVES
Opposites
scarce • easy • approximate • dim • compulsory
delicate • innocent • detrimental • reluctant • crude
even • clear • graceful • clear • flexible
general vocabulary
1. The meaning of his words was very ambiguous.
2. According to his colleagues, he's a very awkward person to deal with.
3. When she first started dancing, she was very awkward.
4. His policies were beneficial to the economy as a whole.
5. We need exact figures before we embark on a new venture.
6. The jury decided he was guilty of the crime.
7. Add up all the odd numbers between 1 and 20 to get a result.
8. Despite the weather, supplies of food after the harvest were plentiful.
9. The laws protecting the green belt around the city are very rigid.
10. There is a slight difference in the way the company is run these days compared with a few years ago.
11. The device is very sophisticated and should only be operated by someone who is familiar with it
12. The spices used in the production of some international dishes have a very strong flavour.
13. The strong light from the torch picked out details on the walls of the cave.
14. Attendance at afternoon classes should be voluntary.
15. A lot of students are willing to attend classes on Saturday morning.
Don't forget to keep a record of the words and expressions that you have learnt, review
your notes from time to time and try to use new vocabulary items whenever possible.
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