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Expand Your Vocabulary: Essential Words and Phrases in English

By EZclassWednesday, July 05 2023

Certainly! Here are some essential words and phrases to expand your vocabulary in English:

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Serendipity - The occurrence of fortunate events by chance.

Example: “I found the perfect job when I least expected it. It was pure serendipity.”

Ephemeral - Lasting for a very short time.

Example: “The beauty of cherry blossoms is ephemeral; they bloom for only a few weeks.”

Ubiquitous - Present or found everywhere.

Example: “Smartphones have become ubiquitous in today's society.”

Epitome - A perfect example or embodiment of something.

Example: “She is the epitome of grace and elegance.”

Resilience - The ability to bounce back or recover from difficulties.

Example: “Despite facing many setbacks, his resilience helped him overcome all obstacles.”

Paradigm - A typical example or pattern of something.

Example: “The discovery of DNA completely changed the paradigm of biology.”

Pristine - In its original condition; unspoiled.

Example: “The ancient ruins have been preserved in pristine condition.”

Mellifluous - Sweet-sounding; pleasant to the ears.

Example: “Her voice was so mellifluous that everyone in the room was captivated.”

Equanimity - Calmness and composure, especially in difficult situations.

Example: “She faced the criticism with equanimity, never losing her cool.”

Verbose - Using more words than necessary; wordy.

Example: “The professor's lectures were often verbose, making it hard to stay focused.”

Cacophony - A harsh, discordant mixture of sounds.

Example: “The traffic jam was accompanied by a cacophony of honking horns.”

Quintessential - Representing the most perfect or typical example of something.

Example: “Paris is considered the quintessential city of romance.”

Serene - Calm, peaceful, and untroubled.

Example: “Sitting by the lake, she felt a sense of serenity wash over her.”

Exquisite - Extremely beautiful, delicate, or intricate.

Example: “The artist created an exquisite painting with incredible attention to detail.”

Lethargic - Lack of energy; feeling tired and sluggish.

Example: “After a long day at work, she felt lethargic and just wanted to relax.”

 

Remember to use these words and phrases in appropriate contexts to enhance your English vocabulary.