Barron's TOEFL E-1
Adjective
made up of elements from different sources
Christopher Brosius creates scents that are diverse and eclectic. His store, "I Hate Perfume," is at the vanguard of anti-perfume movement.
Adjective
having many different parts or a lot of detail
A 15 second scene for a Chinese movie, Bodyguards and Assassins, is being shot not on location but on an elaborate set built on the outskirts of Shanghai.
Noun
a part or aspect of something abstract, especially one that is essential or characteristic
At a very basic level, it simply makes many people angry to see elements of a "Big Brother" society, where authorities spy on people wherever they go, in the United States.
Verb
cause or produce something as a reaction
A new meta-analysis study reveals that falling in love can elicit the same euphoric feeling as using cocaine, and also affects intellectual areas of the brain.
Verb
(of something desired or pursued) fail to be attained
Perfection eluded Zenyatta in the Breeders' Cup Classic when American horse racing's superstar lost for the first time on Saturday after 19 consecutive wins.
Noun
move out of something and come into view
Highly voracious predators, they emerge from their burrows at night to feed on worms, insects, frogs, and even other salamanders.
Verb
make a sound
Pygmy marmosets communicate through whistles and twitters, but when hostile they emit a frightening cry that's audible to peers but inaudible to humans.
Verb
stress or give importance to something
"The trick is in what one emphasizes. We either make ourselves miserable, or we make ourselves happy. The amount of work is the same."