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merchant

noun/ˈmɜr.tʃənt/

a person or company involved in the business of wholesale trade

The merchant supplied a variety of goods to local retailers, ensuring that they had access to the best products available.

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word origin — Middle English: from Old French 'marchant', from Latin 'mercatorem', from 'merx' meaning 'merchandise'.

IELTS Vocabulary — Set 111

Set 111 of IELTS Vocabulary covers 5 words: merchant, constitution, critique, principle, imperfection. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.

  1. merchant · noun/ˈmɜr.tʃənt/

    a person or company involved in the business of wholesale trade

    The merchant supplied a variety of goods to local retailers, ensuring that they had access to the best products available.

    Synonyms: trader, dealer, seller

    Origin: Middle English: from Old French 'marchant', from Latin 'mercatorem', from 'merx' meaning 'merchandise'.

  2. constitution · noun/ˌkɑːn.stɪˈtuː.ʃən/

    a system of fundamental principles or established precedents according to which a state or other organization is governed

    The constitution of the United States is a vital document that outlines the framework of the federal government and the rights of citizens.

    Synonyms: charter, framework, law

    Origin: From Latin 'constitutio', meaning 'a setting up, establishment'.

  3. critique · noun/krɪˈtik/

    a detailed analysis and assessment of something, especially a literary, artistic, or academic work

    The professor provided a comprehensive critique of the novel, highlighting both its strengths and weaknesses.

    Synonyms: review, evaluation, analysis

    Origin: Derived from the French word 'critique', which comes from the Greek 'kritikē' meaning 'the art of judgment'.

  4. principle · noun/ˈprɪnsl/

    a fundamental truth or proposition that serves as the foundation for a system of belief or behavior

    One of the guiding principles of democracy is the belief in equal rights for all citizens.

    Synonyms: rule, tenet, doctrine

    Origin: from Middle English 'principle', from Old French 'principe', from Latin 'principium' meaning 'beginning, foundation'

  5. imperfection · noun/ˌɪmpərˈfɛkʃən/

    the state of being flawed or lacking in quality

    Despite its imperfection, the artwork was still able to evoke strong emotions in those who viewed it.

    Synonyms: flaw, defect, blemish

    Origin: from Latin 'imperfectionem', meaning 'a lack of completeness or flaw'