1.flummox [ FLUHM-uh’ ks ]
[transitive verb]
MEANING:
perplex; confound; confuse
USAGE EXAMPLE 1:
In cricket, the reverse sweep is often employed by the batsman in order to flummox the bowler.
2. ardor [ AHR-der ]
[noun]
MEANING:
1. passion, fervour or fiery intensity
2. zeal or enthusiasm
3. fiery glow
USAGE EXAMPLE 1:
The ardour of the UEFA fans is unmatched.
3.amulet [ AM-yuh’-lit ]
[noun]
MEANING:
1. a good luck charm
2. an object worn by an individual that is supposed to ward off evil
USAGE EXAMPLE 1:
Most of the villagers believed that they would become victims of the evil eye if they did not wear an amulet.
4.august [ AW-guh’st ]
[noun,adjective]
MEANING:
1. (adj.) having great prominence and importance
2. (n.) the eighth month of the year
USAGE EXAMPLE 1:
All the peasants bowed upon seeing the august personage of the king.
5.hubbub [ HUHB-uhb ]
[noun]
MEANING:
1. an uproar or confusion caused by many voices
2. tumult
3. loud noises or din
USAGE EXAMPLE 1:
The group discussion turned out to be a regular hubbub with each candidate trying to shout down the others.
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