Today’s Vocabulary
- Appeal
- Addict
- Wary
- Aware
- Misfortune
- Avoid
- Wretched
- Keg
- Nourish
- Harsh
- Quantity
- Opt
You got it! Here are explanations and examples for those words, focusing on their meanings and nuances:
Appeal
To appeal means to make a serious or urgent request, to ask for something or to try to persuade someone to do something. It can also refer to the quality of being attractive or interesting.
- She appealed to the judge for leniency.
- The movie had a wide appeal to audiences of all ages.
- Appeals can be made for various reasons, such as seeking help, expressing a need, or influencing a decision.
Addict
An addict is a person who is unable to stop doing or taking something, especially a drug, despite harmful consequences.
- He was a drug addict, struggling to break free from his dependence.
- She was addicted to social media, spending hours scrolling through her feeds.
- Addiction can be a powerful force, affecting physical, mental, and social well-being.
Wary
Wary means cautious, careful, or distrustful. It suggests a sense of alertness or apprehension.
- She was wary of strangers.
- He was wary of making promises he couldn’t keep.
- Being wary can be a sign of caution, prudence, or a past experience of being hurt.
Aware
Aware means conscious of something, having knowledge or understanding of something.
- She was aware of the dangers of the situation.
- He became aware of the problem after seeing the evidence.
- Awareness is essential for making informed decisions and navigating life’s challenges.
Misfortune
Misfortune means bad luck, an unlucky event, or a misfortune. It suggests something unfortunate or unlucky that happens to someone.
- He suffered a series of misfortunes, including a car accident and a job loss.
- It was a misfortune that she got sick on the day of the party.
- Misfortunes can be challenging, but they can also provide opportunities for growth and resilience.
Avoid
To avoid means to stay away from something, to prevent something from happening, or to try to escape something unpleasant.
- He tried to avoid eye contact with the stranger.
- She avoided making promises she couldn’t keep.
- Avoiding something can be a way to protect oneself, minimize risk, or escape discomfort.
Wretched
Wretched means miserable, unhappy, or in a very bad condition. It suggests a state of suffering, distress, or misery.
- She felt wretched after the breakup.
- The living conditions in the refugee camp were wretched.
- Wretchedness can be caused by physical pain, emotional distress, or difficult circumstances.
Keg
A keg is a small barrel, especially one used for holding beer.
- He bought a keg of beer for the party.
- The keg was tapped and the beer flowed freely.
- Kegs are often associated with parties, celebrations, and social gatherings.
Nourish
To nourish means to provide food or other substances necessary for growth and health, to sustain or support something.
- The mother nourished her baby with breast milk.
- The plants were nourished by the fertile soil.
- Nourishment is essential for physical and mental well-being.
Harsh
Harsh means unkind, cruel, or severe. It can also refer to something that is rough, unpleasant, or difficult to bear.
- He had a harsh tone of voice.
- The desert climate was harsh, with scorching temperatures and limited water.
- Harsh treatment can be hurtful and damaging.
Quantity
Quantity means the amount or number of something, the volume or extent of something.
- The store had a large quantity of apples in stock.
- She ordered a quantity of paper for the office.
- Quantity often refers to the amount or volume of something, as opposed to its quality.
Opt
To opt means to choose something, to make a decision or preference.
- She opted to stay home instead of going out.
- He opted for the vegetarian meal.
- Opting involves making a choice or preference between available options.
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- Appeal: Menarik, memikat, daya tarik
- Addict: Kecanduan, ketagihan, penggemar
- Wary: Was-was, curiga, hati-hati
- Aware: Sadar, tahu, mengerti
- Misfortune: Malapetaka, bencana, nasib buruk
- Avoid: Menghindari, mengelak, menjauhi
- Wretched: Sengsara, malang, tidak bahagia
- Keg: Tong, jerigen, tempat penyimpanan
- Nourish: Menyuburkan, memberi makan, merawat
- Harsh: Kasar, keras, tegas
- Quantity: Kuantitas, jumlah, banyaknya
- Opt: Memilih, memilih dengan hati-hati, memilih yang terbaik.
The drink with the most appeal for Americans is still coffee, but coffee addicts had better be wary of the instant forms. Greedy for customers and confident they won’t lose them, companies will put their product in any instant form-liquid, powder, chips-and the coffee drinker, aware of his misfortune, finds it hard to avoid some of the more wretched instant products. The harsh fact is that an enormous quantity of instant coffee is being sold, no doubt, to nourish the popular demand for convenience. A keg of real coffee may become a museum piece as more and more people opt for instant coffee.
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The Temptation’s Toll
In a small town plagued by misfortune, a young man named Ethan found himself caught in the clutches of an insidious addiction. The allure of the forbidden had an undeniable appeal, drawing him into a world of darkness and despair.
Ethan was wary of the path he had chosen, aware of the consequences that awaited him. Yet, the grip of his addiction was relentless, leaving him feeling wretched and trapped in a cycle he couldn’t seem to break.
His vice of choice was a keg of liquid poison, promising temporary relief from the harsh realities of life. But with each sip, the illusion of solace faded, replaced by a deeper emptiness that consumed him.
As Ethan spiraled deeper into his addiction, he became aware of the toll it was taking on his physical and mental well-being. The substance he once believed would nourish his soul had become a destructive force, eroding his relationships and draining his spirit.
Friends and family, once a source of support, began to avoid him, unable to witness his downward spiral. The quantity of his substance abuse grew, as he sought to numb the pain that plagued him.
In moments of clarity, Ethan longed for redemption. He yearned to opt for a different path, one that would lead him away from the darkness and towards a life of healing and recovery. But breaking free from the chains of addiction proved to be a formidable challenge.
“The Temptation’s Toll” tells the story of Ethan’s battle with addiction and the devastating consequences it brought upon his life. It serves as a reminder that even in our darkest moments, there is always hope for redemption and the possibility of a brighter future. May we all find the strength to confront our own demons and choose a path that leads to healing and renewal.
