[TOEFL][Voca] Paraphrase practice 4

offset = v. balance, counter, counterbalance, make up/ n. balance, counterbalance, counteraction, neutralizer

 

As verbs:

1. Offset:
   • One sentence explanation: To offset means to counteract something by having an effect that is opposite but equal in size or amount.
   • Connotation/Formal Level: Neutral connotation; used in both formal and informal contexts.
   • Example sentence: "The higher cost of organic goods can be offset by the health benefits they provide."
2. Balance:
   • One sentence explanation: To balance means to maintain or bring something into an even proportion or harmonious relationship.
   • Connotation/Formal Level: Neutral connotation; used in both formal and informal contexts.
   • Example sentence: "She had to balance her work and family life."
3. Counter:
   • One sentence explanation: To counter means to respond to something in a way that opposes it, typically aiming to neutralize its effect.
   • Connotation/Formal Level: Neutral connotation; used in both formal and informal contexts.
   • Example sentence: "The football team countered their opponent's aggressive play with strong defense."
4. Counterbalance:
   • One sentence explanation: To counterbalance means to have an opposing effect on something, often with the goal of restoring balance or equilibrium.
   • Connotation/Formal Level: Neutral connotation; more commonly used in formal contexts.
   • Example sentence: "The sweetness of the sugar can counterbalance the bitterness of the coffee."
5. Make up:
   • One-sentence explanation : To make up for something generally refers compensating for a deficiency or mistake by doing something beneficial or positive.
   • Connotation/ Formal level : Generally positive connotation; used in both formal and informal contexts
   • Example Sentence : "He worked extra hours on the weekend to make up for his time off during the week."

As nouns:

1. Offset: --One-sentence Explanation:The term 'offset' refers to a consideration or amount that serves as a counteracting force, reducing, negating, or balancing another factor.. --Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral, more common in formal context.. --Example Sentence"The additional revenue from sales served as an offset against operational costs.."

2. Balance : ---One-sentence Explanation:A balance is a state where different elements are equal or exist in correct proportions.. ---Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral, can be used formally and informally.. ---Example Sentence"There's a delicate balance between work and personal life.."

 

3. Counterbalance : ----One-sentence Explanation:A counterbalance is a weight that balances another weight, often serving as an opposing force that achieves equilibrium.. ----Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral, more common in formal context.. ----Example Sentence"The rotor blade acts as a counterbalance against wind force.."

 

4. Counteraction : -----One-sentence Explanation A counteraction is an action taken against another action with intent to cancel its effects or reduce them.. -----Connotational Formal Level Generally positive, more common in formal context.. -----Example Sentence"The police took quick counteraction against illegal activities.."

 

5. Neutralizer : ------One-sentence Explanation A neutralizer is someone or something that nullifies or negates the effect of another thing.. ------Connotational Formal Level Generally positive, more common in formal context.. ------Example Sentence"Acid rain could be reduced by installing sulfur dioxide neutralizers at power plants.."

 

 

postulate = assume, claim, hypothesize, premise, presume, demand, require, propose

 

As verbs:

1. Postulate:
   • One sentence explanation: To postulate means to suggest or assume the existence, fact, or truth of something as a basis for reasoning, discussion, or starting point for further reasoning or discussion.
   • Connotation/Formal Level: Neutral connotation; used more commonly in formal and scientific contexts.
   • Example sentence: "His theory postulates that all people have an innate sense of fairness."
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2. Assume:
   • One sentence explanation: To assume means to accept something as true without proof or evidence.
   • Connotation/Formal Level: Neutral connotation; used in both formal and informal contexts.
   • Example sentence: "I assume you'll be coming to the meeting this afternoon."
3. Claim:
   • One sentence explanation: To claim means to assert something as a fact, often without providing evidence or proof.
   • Connotation/Formal Level: Neutral connotation; used in both formal and informal contexts.
   • Example sentence: "He claimed that he had seen a UFO."
4. Hypothesize:
   • One-sentence explanation : To hypothesize means to propose a theory or assumption for the purpose of further investigation or testing.
   • Connotation/ Formal level : Neutral connotation; typically used in scientific and academic contexts
   • Example Sentence : "The scientist hypothesized that the disease was caused by a new type of bacteria."
5. Premise: --One-sentence Explanation:The term 'premise' refers to an assertion or proposition which forms the basis for a work or theory.. --Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral, more common in formal context.. --Example Sentence"He based his argument on two major premises.."

6. Presume : ---One-sentence Explanation:The verb 'presume' refers to suppose that something is likely to be true without having definite evidence.. ---Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral, can be used formally and informally.. ---Example Sentence"I presume you're here for your appointment.."

7. Demand : ----One-sentence Explanation:The verb 'demand' refers requesting forcefully and assertively.. ----Connotational Formal Level Generally negative due its assertive nature , can be used formally and informally.. ----Example Sentence"The union demanded higher wages for its members.."

 

8. Require : -----One-sentence Explanation The verb 'require' refers needing something because it is essential or very important rather than just desirable.. -----Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral , can be used formally and informally .. -----Example Sentence"This recipe requires two cups of flour.."

 

9. Propose : ------One-sentence Explanation The verb 'propose' refers putting forward (a plan) for consideration by others... ------Connotational Formal Level Generally positive , can be used formally and informally .. ------Example Sentence"He proposed a new plan to improve productivity.."

 

 

spur = v. stimulate, motivate, prompt, propel, urge/ n. stimulus, catalyst, impetus, impulse, incitement, motivation

 

As verbs:

1. Spur:
   • One sentence explanation: To spur means to encourage or stimulate into action.
   • Connotation/Formal Level: Neutral connotation; used in both formal and informal contexts.
   • Example sentence: "The coach's speech spurred the team to try harder."
2. Stimulate:
   • One sentence explanation: To stimulate means to provoke or cause an increase in activity, thought, or feeling.
   • Connotation/Formal Level: Neutral connotation; used in both formal and informal contexts.
   • Example sentence: "The government plans to stimulate the economy by reducing taxes."
3. Motivate:
   • One-sentence explanation : To motivate means to provide with a reason or incentive to do something.
   • Connotation/ Formal level : Generally positive connotation; used in both formal and informal contexts
   • Example Sentence : "The promise of bonus motivated the employees to reach their sales targets."
4. Prompt: --One-sentence Explanation:The term 'prompt' refers causing someone to take a course of action.. --Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral, can be used formally and informally.. --Example Sentence"His dismissal prompted an outcry among his colleagues.."

5. Propel : ---One-sentence Explanation:The verb 'propel' refers driving or pushing something forwards.. ---Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral, can be used formally and informally.. ---Example Sentence"The new advertising campaign propelled the product into the spotlight.."

 

6. Urge : ----One-sentence Explanation:The verb 'urge' refers trying earnestly or persistently to persuade someone to do something.. ----Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral , can be used formally and informally .. ----Example Sentence"He urged his friends to consider his plan.."

 

As nouns:

1. Spur: --One-sentence Explanation:A spur is something that incites action or expedites an event or process.. --Connotational Formal Level Generally positive , more common in formal context .. --Example Sentence"The teacher's praise was a spur for him to study harder.."

2. Stimulus : ---One-sentence Explanation:A stimulus is something that provokes a response or encourages increased activity... ---Connotational Formal Level Generally positive , more common in formal context .. ---Example Sentence"Economic stimulus measures were introduced by the government during recession.."

 

3. Catalyst : ----One-sentence Explanation A catalyst is someone/something that precipitates an event without being directly involved in it... ----Connotational Formal Level Generally positive , more common in scientific context .. ----Example Sentence"His controversial comments acted as a catalyst for debate.."

 

4. Impetus : -----One-sentence Explanation An impetus is something that makes a process/activity happen more quickly... -----Connotational Formal Level Generally positive , more common in formal context .. -----Example Sentence"The grant provided an impetus for research into renewable energy sources..."

 

5. Impulse : ------One-sentence Explanation An impulse is a sudden strong desire/urge compelling one towards action... ------Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral , can be used formally and informally .. ------Example Sentence"He bought the expensive watch on an impulse.."

 

6. Incitement : -------One-sentence Explanation An incitement is an action intended to stir up or provoke unlawful behavior or prejudice... -------Connotational Formal Level Generally negative due its association with provoking unlawful behavior, more common in legal context .. -------Example Sentence"The politician's speech was considered as an incitement to violence.."

 

7. Motivation : --------One-sentence Explanation Motivation is the reason or reasons one has for acting or behaving in a particular way.. --------Connotational Formal Level Generally positive , can be used formally and informally .. --------Example Sentence"His motivation for running the marathon was to raise money for charity.."

 

adjacent + to = nearby[near by], neighboring, beside, close to, near, next to

 

1. Adjacent to:
   • One sentence explanation: Adjacent to means being next to or adjoining something else.
   • Connotation/Formal Level: Neutral connotation; used in both formal and informal contexts.
   • Example sentence: "The hotel is adjacent to the beach."
2. Nearby/Near by:
   • One sentence explanation: Nearby means close at hand; not far away.
   • Connotation/Formal Level: Neutral connotation; used in both formal and informal contexts.
   • Example sentence: "There's a convenience store nearby."
3. Neighboring:
   • One-sentence explanation : Neighboring refers to being situated next to or very near (another).
   • Connotation/ Formal level : Neutral connotation; used in both formal and informal contexts
   • Example Sentence : "She lives in a neighboring town."
4. Beside: --One-sentence Explanation:The term 'beside' refers at the side of; next to.. --Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral, can be used formally and informally.. --Example Sentence"He sat down beside her.."

5. Close to : ---One-sentence Explanation:The phrase 'close to' refers at only a short distance away from.. ---Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral, can be used formally and informally.. ---Example Sentence"The school is close to my house.."

 

6. Near : ----One-sentence Explanation:The word 'near' refers at or to a short distance away... ----Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral , can be used formally and informally .. ----Example Sentence"I live near the park.."

 

7. Next To : -----One-sentence Explanation The phrase 'next to' refers immediately adjacent... -----Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral , can be used formally and informally .. -----Example Sentence"I sat next to him during dinner.."

 

ample = abundant, more than enough, copious, spacious, large, sizable, bountiful, generous, wide

 

1. Ample:
   • One sentence explanation: Ample means more than enough in size or scope.
   • Connotation/Formal Level: Neutral connotation; used in both formal and informal contexts.
   • Example sentence: "There is ample evidence to support the claim."
2. Abundant:
   • One sentence explanation: Abundant means existing or available in large quantities.
   • Connotation/Formal Level: Neutral connotation; used in both formal and informal contexts.
   • Example sentence: "The area has an abundant supply of water."
3. More than enough:
   • One-sentence explanation : More than enough refers to having more than what is needed or required.
   • Connotation/ Formal level : Generally positive connotation; used in both formal and informal contexts
   • Example Sentence : "We have more than enough food for everyone at the party."
4. Copious: --One-sentence Explanation:The term 'copious' refers large in quantity or number.. --Connotational Formal Level Generally positive, can be used formally and informally.. --Example Sentence"He took copious notes during the lecture.."

5. Spacious : ---One-sentence Explanation:The word 'spacious' refers having ample space.. ---Connotational Formal Level Generally positive, can be used formally and informally.. ---Example Sentence"The apartment is spacious with three bedrooms.."

 

6. Large : ----One-sentence Explanation:The word 'large' refers of considerable size... ----Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral , can be used formally and informally .. ----Example Sentence"He owns a large house on the hill.."

 

7. Sizable : -----One-sentence Explanation The word 'sizable' refers fairly large... -----Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral , can be used formally and informally .. -----Example Sentence"She received a sizable inheritance from her grandmother.."

 

8. Bountiful : ------One-sentence Explanation The word 'bountiful' refers large amount or giving generously... ------Connotational Formal Level Generally positive , can be used formally and informally .. ------Example Sentence"The harvest was bountiful this year.."

 

9. Generous : -------One-sentence Explanation The word 'generous' refers showing kindness toward others, often through giving gifts or doing favors.... -------Connotational Formal Level Generally positive , can be used formally and informally .. -------Example Sentence"He was generous with his time, always willing to help others..."

 

10. Wide : --------One-sentence Explanation The word 'wide' refers having a great extent from side to side.... --------Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral , can be used formally and informally .. --------Example Sentence"The river is very wide at this point.."

 

analogous = comparable, similar, correspondent, resembling, alike, parallel

 

1. Analogous:
   • One sentence explanation: Analogous means similar or comparable in certain respects, typically allowing an analogy to be drawn.
   • Connotation/Formal Level: Neutral connotation; used more commonly in formal and scientific contexts.
   • Example sentence: "The relationship between a lawyer and their client is analogous to the relationship between a doctor and their patient."
2. Comparable:
   • One sentence explanation: Comparable means able to be likened to another; similar.
   • Connotation/Formal Level: Neutral connotation; used in both formal and informal contexts.
   • Example sentence: "The two situations are not even comparable."
3. Similar:
   • One-sentence explanation : Similar refers to having a likeness or resemblance, especially in a general way.
   • Connotation/ Formal level : Generally neutral connotation; used in both formal and informal contexts
   • Example Sentence : "Their views on the matter are similar."
4. Correspondent: --One-sentence Explanation:The term 'correspondent' refers matching or agreeing with something.. --Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral, can be used formally.. --Example Sentence"Their stories were correspondent with each other.."

5. Resembling : ---One-sentence Explanation:The word 'resembling' refers appear like; resemble.. ---Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral, can be used formally and informally.. ---Example Sentence"She has Italian features resembling her mother.."

6. Alike : ----One-sentence Explanation:The word 'alike' refers (of two or more subjects) similar to each other... ----Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral , can be used formally and informally .. ----Example Sentence"The sisters are alike not only in appearance but also in behavior.."

 

7. Parallel : -----One-sentence Explanation The word 'parallel' refers being of equal distance apart everywhere... -----Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral , can be used formally .. -----Example Sentence"Her life has some interesting parallels with mine.."

 

 

arduous = difficult, demanding, exacting, formidable, laborious, severe, toilsome

 

1. Arduous:
   • One sentence explanation: Arduous means involving or requiring strenuous effort; difficult and tiring.
   • Connotation/Formal Level: Neutral connotation; used more commonly in formal and literary contexts.
   • Example sentence: "The mountain climbers embarked on an arduous journey."
2. Difficult:
   • One sentence explanation: Difficult means needing much effort or skill to accomplish, deal with, or understand.
   • Connotation/Formal Level: Neutral connotation; used in both formal and informal contexts.
   • Example sentence: "It was difficult to convince him."
3. Demanding:
   • One-sentence explanation : Demanding refers to requiring much time, attention, or effort from someone; challenging.
   • Connotation/ Formal level : Generally negative due to its association with pressure and stress; used in both formal and informal contexts
   • Example Sentence : "He has a demanding job."
4. Exacting: --One-sentence Explanation:The term 'exacting' refers making great demands on one's skill, attention, or other resources.. --Connotational Formal Level Generally negative due to its association with high standards and pressure.. --Example Sentence"The role was one of the most exacting he ever undertook.."

5. Laborious : ---One-sentence Explanation:The word 'laborious' refers requiring considerable time and effort.. ---Connotational Formal Level Generally negative due to its association with hard work , can be used formally .. ---Example Sentence"Writing a dictionary is a laborious task.."

 

6. Severe : ----One-sentence Explanation:The word 'severe' refers (of something bad or undesirable) very great; intense... ----Connotational Formal Level Generally negative , can be used formally .. ----Example Sentence"The city is experiencing severe weather conditions.."

 

7. Toilsome : -----One-sentence Explanation The word 'toilsome' refers involving hard or tedious work... -----Connotational Formal Level Generally negative due its association with laboriousness , more common in literary context .. -----Example Sentence"He found his duties increasingly toilsome.."

 

astonishing = astounding, amazing, incredible, startling, surprising

 

1. Astonishing:
   • One sentence explanation: Astonishing means extremely surprising or impressive; amazing.
   • Connotation/Formal Level: Neutral connotation; used in both formal and informal contexts.
   • Example sentence: "The team made an astonishing comeback."
2. Astounding:
   • One sentence explanation: Astounding means surprisingly impressive or notable.
   • Connotation/Formal Level: Neutral connotation; used in both formal and informal contexts.
   • Example sentence: "The view from the top of the mountain was astounding."
3. Amazing:
   • One-sentence explanation : Amazing refers to causing great surprise or wonder; astonishing.
   • Connotation/ Formal level : Generally positive connotation; used in both formal and informal contexts
   • Example Sentence : "It's amazing how quickly time passes."
4. Incredible: --One-sentence Explanation:The term 'incredible' refers impossible to believe.. --Connotational Formal Level Generally positive, can be used formally and informally.. --Example Sentence"The survival story was simply incredible.."

5. Startling : ---One-sentence Explanation:The word 'startling' refers very surprising, astonishing, or remarkable.. ---Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral, can be used formally and informally.. ---Example Sentence"The startling truth about his past was revealed.."

 

6. Surprising : ----One-sentence Explanation:The word 'surprising' refers causing wonder or astonishment... ----Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral , can be used formally and informally .. ----Example Sentence"It's surprising how much we have in common.."

 

conclusive = definitive, decisive, absolute, clear, final

 

1. Conclusive:
   • One sentence explanation: Conclusive means serving to prove a case; decisive or convincing.
   • Connotation/Formal Level: Neutral connotation; used more commonly in formal and legal contexts.
   • Example sentence: "The DNA evidence was conclusive."
2. Definitive:
   • One sentence explanation: Definitive means (of a conclusion or agreement) done or reached decisively and with authority.
   • Connotation/Formal Level: Neutral connotation; used in both formal and informal contexts.
   • Example sentence: "This book is seen as the definitive guide on the subject."
3. Decisive:
   • One-sentence explanation : Decisive refers to settling an issue; producing a definite result.
   • Connotation/ Formal level : Generally positive due to its association with resolution and determination; used in both formal and informal contexts
   • Example Sentence : "The battle played a decisive role in ending the war."
4. Absolute: --One-sentence Explanation:The term 'absolute' refers not restricted, moderated or diminished in any way; total, complete, or not limited.. --Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral, can be used formally and informally.. --Example Sentence"His decision was absolute.."

5. Clear : ---One-sentence Explanation:The word 'clear' refers easy to perceive, understand, or interpret.. ---Connotational Formal Level Generally positive due to its association with transparency , can be used formally and informally .. ---Example Sentence"The instructions were clear.."

 

6. Final : ----One-sentence Explanation:The word 'final' refers last in a series, process, or progression... ----Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral , can be used formally and informally .. ----Example Sentence"This is my final offer.."

 

inadvertently = accidentally, unintentionally, without knowing, casually, by chance, fortuitously, incidentally

 

1. Inadvertently:
   • One sentence explanation: Inadvertently means without intention; accidentally.
   • Connotation/Formal Level: Neutral connotation; used more commonly in formal and legal contexts.
   • Example sentence: "I may have inadvertently misled you."
2. Accidentally:
   • One sentence explanation: Accidentally means happening by chance, unintentionally, or unexpectedly.
   • Connotation/Formal Level: Neutral connotation; used in both formal and informal contexts.
   • Example sentence: "He accidentally dropped his glasses."
3. Unintentionally:
   • One-sentence explanation : Unintentionally refers to doing something without intending to or realizing that one is causing it to happen.
   • Connotation/ Formal level : Generally neutral connotation; used in both formal and informal contexts
   • Example Sentence : "She unintentionally offended him."
4. Without knowing: --One-sentence Explanation:The term 'without knowing' refers doing something not being aware of it.. --Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral, can be used formally and informally.. --Example Sentence"He walked out of the room without knowing that he left his phone behind.."

5. Casually : ---One-sentence Explanation:The word 'casually' refers in a relaxed or comfortable manner.. ---Connotational Formal Level Generally positive due its association with relaxation , can be used informally .. ---Example Sentence"He casually mentioned that he was leaving the company.."

6. By chance : ----One-sentence Explanation:The word 'by chance' refers as a result of luck or coincidence... ----Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral , can be used formally and informally .. ----Example Sentence"I met her by chance at the grocery store.."

 

7. Fortuitously : -----One-sentence Explanation The word 'fortuitously' refers happening by a lucky chance... -----Connotational Formal Level Generally positive due its association with luck , more common in literary context .. -----Example Sentence"The rain stopped just as we went outside, fortuitously.."

 

8. Incidentally : ------One-sentence Explanation The word 'incidentally' refers apart from the main subject of attention... ------Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral , can be used formally .. ------Example Sentence"Incidentally, have you heard from her lately?.."

 

 

indigenous = native, aboriginal, born, endemic

 

1. Indigenous:
   • One sentence explanation: Indigenous means originating or occurring naturally in a particular place; native.
   • Connotation/Formal Level: Neutral connotation; used more commonly in formal and anthropological contexts.
   • Example sentence: "The kangaroo is indigenous to Australia."
2. Native:
   • One sentence explanation: Native means associated with the country, region, or circumstances of a person's birth.
   • Connotation/Formal Level: Neutral connotation; used in both formal and informal contexts.
   • Example sentence: "He is a native New Yorker."
3. Aboriginal:
   • One-sentence explanation : Aboriginal refers to being the first or earliest known of its kind present in a region.
   • Connotation/ Formal level : Generally neutral but can be sensitive due to its association with indigenous peoples; used more commonly in formal and anthropological contexts
   • Example Sentence : "Aboriginal tribes inhabited these lands before colonial times."
4. Born: --One-sentence Explanation:The term 'born' often refers to being brought into existence by birth.. --Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral, can be used formally and informally.. --Example Sentence"She was born in Chicago.."

5. Endemic : ---One-sentence Explanation:The word 'endemic' refers regularly found among particular people or in a certain area.. ---Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral , can be used formally especially in ecological context .. ---Example Sentence"The disease is endemic among the population.."

 

manifest = adj. apparent, clear, definite, distinct, evident, obvious, patent/ v. demonstrate, reveal, display, exhibit, expose

 

1. Apparent:
   • One sentence explanation: Apparent means clearly visible or understood; obvious.
   • Connotation/Formal Level: Neutral connotation; used in both formal and informal contexts.
   • Example sentence: "The reasons for his behavior became apparent."
2. Clear:
   • One sentence explanation: Clear means easy to perceive, understand, or interpret.
   • Connotation/Formal Level: Neutral connotation; used in both formal and informal contexts.
   • Example sentence: "The instructions were clear."
3. Definite:
   • One-sentence explanation : Definite refers to clearly stated or decided; not vague or doubtful.
   • Connotation/ Formal level : Generally neutral connotation; used in both formal and informal contexts
   • Example Sentence : "We need a definite answer by tomorrow."
4. Distinct: --One-sentence Explanation:The term 'distinct' refers recognizably different in nature from something else of a similar type.. --Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral, can be used formally and informally.. --Example Sentence"The two concepts are quite distinct from each other.."

5. Evident : ---One-sentence Explanation:The word 'evident' refers clearly seen or understood.. ---Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral , can be used formally .. ---Example Sentence"Her love for him was evident in her actions.."

 

6. Obvious : ----One-sentence Explanation:The word 'obvious' refers easily perceived or understood... ----Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral , can be used formally and informally .. ----Example Sentence"The answer seems obvious now.."

 

7. Patent : -----One-sentence Explanation The word 'patent' as an adjective often means easily recognizable... -----Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral , more common in legal context .. -----Example Sentence"His lie was patent to everyone.."

 

As a verb, "manifest":

 

1. Demonstrate : ------One-sentence Explanation The word 'demonstrate' often means clearly show the existence or truth of (something) by giving proof or evidence... ------Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral , can be used formally .. ------Example Sentence"He demonstrated his skills during the competition.."

 

2. Reveal : -------One-sentence Explanation The word 'reveal' often means make (previously unknown or secret information) known to others... -------Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral , can be used formally .. -------Example Sentence"She revealed that she was pregnant.."

 

3. Display : --------One-sentence Explanation The word 'display' often means make a prominent exhibition of (something) in a place where it can be easily seen... --------Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral , can be used formally .. --------Example Sentence"The museum displays artifacts from ancient Egypt.."

 

4. Exhibit : ---------One-sentence Explanation The word 'exhibit' often means show (an object) publicly... ---------Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral , more common in art context . ---------Example Sentence"The artist will exhibit her work at the gallery next month.."

 

5. Expose : ----------One-sentence Explanation The word 'expose' often means make (something) visible, typically by uncovering it... ----------Connotational Formal Level Generally neutral , can be used formally .. ----------Example Sentence"The excavation exposed a Roman wall.."