Barron's TOEFL P-2
Adjective
promoting the welfare of others, esp. by donating money to good causes
He's won an Oscar and been dubbed the "Sexiest Man Alive" twice, but George Clooney's finest legacy may well be his philanthropic work.
Adjective
pleasantly calm or peaceful
Phuket Beach guarantees fabulous vistas, especially the alluring sight of the sun, rising and setting over placid clear waters.
Verb
make a likeness of something
The designer of the facial tattoo sported by boxer Mike Tyson is suing Warner Brothers for portraying it on the face of Ed Helms' character in The Hangover II.
Adjective
having great power, influence, or effect
One year ago, a Taliban gunman shot Malala Yousafzai for her belief in schooling for girls. Malala's recovery and renewed determination to speak have offered a potent counterweight to the regressive beliefs of her attackers.
Noun
latent qualities that may be developed and lead to future success
In concert, the song showed a lot of potential, especially in Apple's emotive and vocal performance as she sang, "I just want to feel everything."