Essentials Vocabulary - Week 24 invoke:
[in-vohk] Verb
Meaning
To call for with earnest desire. To declare to be binding in effect.
Usage
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The leader invoked the support of all the team members. Any citizen can invoke their rights as stated in the country's constitution.
Synonyms
call upon, appeal to, conjure
Antonyms
answer, reply
ire:
[ahyuh r] Noun
Meaning
Intense anger. ●
Usage
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Do not show your ire to the public as it can make them uncomfortable. Make sure to finish all your tasks or you'll earn the ire of the manager.
Synonyms
anger, annoyance, displease, fury, indignation
Antonyms
calm, comfort, delight, joy
Jaded: Meaning
Usage
[jey-did] Adjective Dulled or satiated by over-indulgence. Worn out or wearied. ● ●
It just the 3rd class and he already feels jaded. The employee tried out new things to avoid feeling jaded.
Synonyms
exhausted, bored, tired, weary
Antonyms
excited, fresh, activated