Total English Advanced "Unit 9 - Lesson 3" Vocabulary

evocative

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bringing strong memories, emotions, or images to mind

redolent remindful reminiscent resonant

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The evocative scent of freshly baked bread reminded him of his childhood.

The evocative melody of the song transported her back to a nostalgic moment.

intriguing

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arousing interest and curiosity due to being strange or mysterious

redolent remindful reminiscent resonant

cliched

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lacking originality or freshness

redolent remindful reminiscent resonant

quirky

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having distinctive or peculiar habits, behaviors, or features that are unusual but often appealing

redolent remindful reminiscent resonant

breathtaking

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incredibly impressive or beautiful, often leaving one feeling amazed

redolent remindful reminiscent resonant

novel

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new and unlike anything else

redolent remindful reminiscent resonant

stereotype

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a widely held but fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person or thing

redolent remindful reminiscent resonant

unconventional

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not following established customs or norms

redolent remindful reminiscent resonant

conventional

to pique

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to trigger a strong emotional reaction in someone, such as anger, resentment, or offense

redolent remindful reminiscent resonant

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curiosity

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a strong wish to learn something or to know more about something

redolent remindful reminiscent resonant

to sit up and take notice

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/sˈɪt ˌʌp ænd tˈeɪk nˈoʊɾɪs/

to suddenly become attentive or alert, often due to something surprising or remarkable

redolent remindful reminiscent resonant

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