Vocabularies EN - 3
Here are the meanings of the words , along with examples:
1. Escort → To accompany someone for protection, guidance, or as a companion.
Example: The security guard escorted the celebrity to her car.
2. Lapses → Temporary failures or declines in concentration, memory, or judgment.
Example: Due to a lapse in attention, she missed an important detail in the report.
3. Intervene → To step in to prevent or alter a situation.
Example: The teacher had to intervene when the students started arguing.
4. Quasi → Seemingly or partially something; resembling but not exactly the same.
Example: He is a quasi-expert in photography, though he never studied it formally.
5. Surges → Sudden and powerful increases.
Example: There was a surge in electricity demand during the heatwave.
6. Reprieve → A temporary relief from something unpleasant or a delay in punishment.
Example: The prisoner received a reprieve from execution at the last moment.
7. Freebies → Items given away for free, usually for promotion.
Example: The company handed out freebies at the product launch.
8. Saffron → A spice derived from the flower Crocus sativus; also associated with a particular color.
Example: She added saffron to the dish to enhance its flavor and color.
9. Juvenile → Relating to young people or immaturity.
Example: The juvenile offenders were sent to a rehabilitation center.
10. Apprehended → Arrested or caught, especially by law enforcement.
Example: The police apprehended the suspect after a long chase.
11. Scrutinised → Examined carefully and critically.
Example: The accountant scrutinised the financial reports for errors.
12. Disowns → Refuses to acknowledge or accept as one's own.
Example: He disowned his son after discovering his involvement in criminal activities.
13. Pioneers → People who are among the first to explore, innovate, or develop something.
Example: The Wright brothers were pioneers in aviation.
14. Loco Pilots → Train drivers responsible for operating locomotives.
Example: The loco pilot ensured a smooth journey for the passengers.
15. Sedative → A drug or substance that induces calmness or sleep.
Example: The doctor prescribed a mild sedative to help her sleep.
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