TOEFL Vocabulary — Set 137

Set 137 of TOEFL Vocabulary covers 5 words: implicitly, feasibly, chronologically, integrally, conspicuously. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.

1. implicitly · adverb/ɪmˈplɪsɪtli/

   in a way that is not directly expressed but understood or implied

   The teacher implicitly encouraged creativity in her students through her open-ended assignments.

   Synonyms: implicitly, implicitly, tacitly

   Origin: From Latin 'implicitus' meaning 'involved, entangled', from 'implicare' meaning 'to entangle, involve'.

2. feasibly · adverb/ˈfizəbli/

   capable of being done or carried out

   The project can feasibly be completed within the allocated budget, given the resources we have.

   Synonyms: practically, plausibly, realistically

   Origin: From Middle French 'faisible', from Old French 'fais-, faire' meaning 'to do', from Latin 'facere' meaning 'to make or do'.

3. chronologically · adverb/krəˈnɑːlədʒɪkli/

   in the order of time when events occur

   The events in the documentary were presented chronologically, allowing viewers to follow the historical timeline easily.

   Synonyms: sequentially, sequential, in order

   Origin: from Greek 'khronos', meaning 'time', and 'logia', meaning 'study or science'

4. integrally · adverb/ˈɪn.tɪ.ɡrəli/

   in a manner that is essential to the completeness or wholeness of something

   The community's values are integrally linked to its cultural heritage, shaping the identity of its members.

   Synonyms: essentially, fundamentally, inherently

   Origin: Late Latin 'integralis', meaning 'whole or complete', derived from 'integer' meaning 'whole' or 'untouched'

5. conspicuously · adverb/kənˈspɪkjuəsli/

   in a way that is clearly visible or attracting notice

   The painting was conspicuously displayed in the center of the gallery, drawing the attention of every visitor.

   Synonyms: noticeably, overtly, prominently

   Origin: from the Latin 'conspicuus', meaning 'visible' or 'evident', combined with the adverbial suffix '-ly'.