Letter E – Episode 03 1 / 20 1. What does “Entire” mean? • only a part • something small • the whole thing Explanation: “Entire” means whole or complete. Example: The entire class is invited to the prom. 2 / 20 2. What does “Environment” mean? • the area around us • one small object • a strict rule Explanation: “Environment” means the surroundings or conditions around someone. Example: A bad home environment can affect the children’s growth. 3 / 20 3. What does “Equal” mean? • smaller than normal • bigger than usual • the same in amount Explanation: “Equal” means being the same in size, value, or amount. Example: All automobiles do not get equal gas mileage. 4 / 20 4. What does “Equip with” mean? • to provide with tools • to block the process • to remove equipment Explanation: “Equip with” means to furnish or provide with necessary items. Example: The factory will be equipped with new machines. 5 / 20 5. What does “Equivalent” mean? • completely different • almost the same • only half alike Explanation: “Equivalent” means nearly the same in value, meaning, or effect. Example: There is no English equivalent for every word in Arabic. 6 / 20 6. What does “Erase” mean? • to remove writing • to add more words • to make it hidden Explanation: “Erase” means to wipe out or remove something written or drawn. Example: It is difficult to erase this word. It is written in ink. 7 / 20 7. What does “Errand” mean? • a far journey • a fun event • a short task Explanation: “Errand” means a short trip to do a specific task or mission. Example: In the army, a soldier is supposed to carry out lots of errands. 8 / 20 8. What does “Erratic” mean? • regular and steady • irregular or unstable • fixed and certain Explanation: “Erratic” means not regular or unpredictable. Example: The electricity supply here is quite erratic. 9 / 20 9. What does “Erect” mean? • to build something • to break down • to make fall Explanation: “Erect” means to build or put up a structure. Example: The building was erected in 10 days. 10 / 20 10. What does “Erroneous” mean? • correct and right • very clear • not correct Explanation: “Erroneous” means not correct or wrong. Example: The way he talked first gave us an erroneous impression. 11 / 20 11. What does “Estate” mean? • property or land • a small object • a single room Explanation: “Estate” means a large area of land or property. Example: John was the sole heir to a vast estate. 12 / 20 12. What does “Estimate” mean? • to count exactly • to ignore completely • to guess a number Explanation: “Estimate” means to give an approximate value or number. Example: The police estimated the crowd at 1000. 13 / 20 13. What does “Essential” mean? • optional and extra • not important • absolutely necessary Explanation: “Essential” means absolutely necessary. Example: Mathematics is essential for a career in computers. 14 / 20 14. What does “Evaluate” mean? • to measure value • to destroy quickly • to refuse checking Explanation: “Evaluate” means to measure or judge the value of something. Example: Exams evaluate students’ comprehension and progress. 15 / 20 15. What does “Evaporate” mean? • to shine brightly • to disappear as vapor • to freeze into ice Explanation: “Evaporate” means to change into vapor or to disappear. Example: Water evaporates in the sunshine. 16 / 20 16. What does “Even if” mean? • though or although • because of this • before the time Explanation: “Even if” means although or despite. Example: I would not do it, even if you paid me a thousand dollars. 17 / 20 17. What does “Eventually” mean? • suddenly • never at all • in the end Explanation: “Eventually” means in the end, after some time. Example: He will return home eventually. 18 / 20 18. What does “Every cloud has a silver lining” mean? • clouds always bring rain • good things never last • every bad thing has some good Explanation: This means every bad situation may have something positive in it. Example: Don’t be discouraged. Every cloud has a silver lining. 19 / 20 19. What does ”(Every) now and then” mean? • sometimes or occasionally • always without fail • never at all Explanation: “Every now and then” means occasionally or sometimes. Example: I read a novel every now and again. 20 / 20 20. What does “Evident” mean? • hidden or secret • difficult to see • clear or obvious Explanation: “Evident” means clear or easy to understand. Example: It was evident that he was tired. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook VKontakte Next Episode 4