revere, garner, conceive, contend, vow: meanings and examples

Learn these 5 words from Advanced Plus set 35. Each entry includes a definition, example sentence, pronunciation, and synonyms. Use the interactive cards above to practice them.

1. revere · verb/rɪˈvɪr/

   to regard with deep respect and admiration

   Many people revere their parents for all the hard work they do.

   Synonyms: admire, respect, esteem

   Origin: from Latin 'revereri', meaning to stand in awe of

2. garner · verb/ˈɡɑrnər/

   to gather or collect something, especially information or support

   The teacher tried to garner support from parents for the new school project.

   Synonyms: collect, gather, accumulate

   Origin: Middle English from Old French 'gerner' meaning 'to store or gather'

3. conceive · verb/kən'siv/

   to form or devise a plan or idea in the mind

   The teacher helped the students conceive a plan for their science project.

   Synonyms: devise, form, imagine

   Origin: from Latin 'concipere', meaning 'to take in' or 'to conceive'

4. contend · verb/kənˈtɛnd/

   to assert or argue a position in debate or dispute

   She will contend that exercise is important for good health.

   Synonyms: argue, assert, claim

   Origin: from Latin 'contendere', meaning 'to stretch together, strive' or 'contest'.

5. vow · noun/vaʊ/

   a solemn promise or commitment to do something

   She made a vow to help the poor in her community.

   Synonyms: pledge, promise, oath

   Origin: Middle English from Old French 'voue', from Latin 'votum'