Adverbs
actually
In reality / used to correct somebody in a polite way / used to show a contrast between what is true and what somebody believes, and to show surprise about this contrast / used in speaking to emphasize a fact or a comment, or that something is really true
"The test is tomorrow, right?" "Actually, the test will be next week."
distort
To change the appearance of something / "twist the words" or misrepresent what someone said.
He distorted my words by claiming that I spoke harshly to him.
rationale
an explanation or reason for something
"What was your rationale for what you said in the meeting?"
multifaceted
having many different aspects to be considered
The history of Russian-Ukranian relations is a multifaceted topic.
abnormal
different from "normal" or what is usual/expected, especially in a way where it causes concern.
He exhibited abnormal behavior by not speaking for three weeks.
optimistically
in a way that shows that you expect good things to happen or something to be successful
After the change, he saw the situation optimistically.
loom
(of something bad) to appear serious and likely to happen soon / to appear as a large shape that is not clear, especially in a frightening way
Large clouds loomed over the horizon, signaling a major thunderstorm was approaching.
stalemate
a disagreement or a situation in a competition in which neither side is able to win or make any progress.
The two political parties ended the argument in a stalemate.
jovial
very happy or friendly, upbeat.
He was in a jovial mood after Barcelona beat Real Madrid.
arbitrary
existing or coming about seemingly at random or by chance
He made an arbitrary choice on what to eat for dinner.
gratefully
in a way that shows thanks because somebody has done something kind for you or has done as you asked
He spoke gratefully at the award ceremony by recognizing all of the help he received from his family.
regain
to get back something you no longer have, especially an ability or a quality
He regained the ability to walk after the accident.
ceasefire
a time when enemies agree to stop fighting, usually while a way is found to end the fighting permanently
We all hope that the Russian-Ukranian war can end in a permanent ceasefire, with Russian armies fully retreating.
abrasive
literally > causing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade
metaphorically > causing irritation
Using sandpaper on wood is an abrasive action.
All of those insults he said made me think he has an abrasive personality.
debilitating
Causing serious impairment of strength or ability to function.
He suffered from debilitating back pain after the accident.
smoothly
without problems or difficulties / in an even way, without suddenly stopping and starting again
He smoothly talked his way out of that awkward situation.
neglect
to fail to take care of somebody/something
Neglecting your homework is a bad idea.
fairness
the quality of treating people equally or in a way that is reasonable
He treated all of his customers with fairness.
livid
extremely upset/angry; furious.
He was livid after Colombia failed to qualify for the World Cup.
imminent
(especially of something unpleasant) likely or very probable to happen very soon
The engineers had to act quickly because the collapse of the bridge was imminent.
greedily
in a way that shows that you want more money, power, food, etc. than you really need / full of greed / acting in a greedy manner
She greedily ate more for herself even though she knew others had not yet eaten.
acknowledge
to accept that something is true
We must acknowledge that this can no longer continue.
glimpse
a sight of somebody/something for a very short time, when you do not see the person or thing completely / a short experience of something that helps you to understand it
He caught a glimpse of her in the crowded concert.
utmost
primary; number one; of the highest degree.
Completing your project is of the utmost importance.
liable
legally responsible for paying the cost of something / also, in some cases "likely to do something"
He was liable for the damage he caused to her car.