venal (willing to do anything in return for money, corrupt) The venal court official accepted a bribe. He was involved in several venal practices. venial formal (a minor sin or offense that can be forgiven) Stealing a pen is a venial sin, while stealing a car is a …
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disinterested (impartial, unbiased) My advice was quite disinterested. I didn’t expect you to be so calm and disinterested. uninterested (not interested) I am really uninterested in politics. He was completely uninterested in my career. envocabulary.com
Read More »come off
come off (to become removed or detached) When I tried to open the drawer, the handle came off in my hand. If you don’t tighten the nuts firmly, the wheel will come off. The label had come off the box. The paint wouldn’t come off my clothes. informal (to take …
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work around (to find a way to overcome or avoid a problem or obstacle) I think this is a major problem that we need to work around it. We certainly will find a way to work around the fuel shortages. envocabulary.com
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rate (a fixed amount of money that is paid or charged): The current rate for the job is $10 per hour. What is the interest rate on the loan? charge (an amount of money that you have to pay for something): Is there a charge for parking here? fee (money paid to …
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