CP ENGL 4 Vocab #11

After years of hard work, her dream of becoming an author finally reached ___________ with the release of her novel.

(verb) refine or perfect (something) over a period of time

The billionaire's _____________ mansion featured gold-plated everything and a collection of sports cars in the driveway.

She decided to _______________ the topic of a salary increase with her boss during the meeting, despite her nervousness.

He would often _________ his coworkers in the hallway, engaging them in long conversations to avoid doing any real work.

tion

(verb) stop or interrupt (someone) and detain them in conversation or trouble them in some other way

(adj) engaged in, involving, or reflecting deep or serious thought

(verb) leave hurriedly and secretly, typically to avoid detection of or arrest

The ___________ student sat in the library, lost in thought, contemplating the complexities of the universe.

(noun) an inhabitant or occupant of a particular place

blood

The thief decided to ___________ from the crime scene just as the police arrived, disappearing into the night.

vest

point

(verb) raise (a sensitive or difficult subject) for discussion

true

The __________ fields awaited the next planting season, with no crops to be seen for miles.

father

put

(adj) old-fashioned or outdated

Through years of practice, she managed to _____________ her skills as a violinist to a level of unparalleled perfection.

phobia

His _________________ attire, complete with a top hat and pocket watch, made him stand out in the modern city.

pop

(adj) inactive; unused

weight

The _____________ of the small coastal town enjoyed the peaceful, seaside life.

(noun) the point at which a plan or project is realized

(adj) characterized by vulgar or pretentious display; designed to impress or attract notice