Set 46 · Study 1 / 5
Exitto obtain or acquire something, especially through effort or careful planning
She worked hard to procure the necessary supplies for the project.
Set 46 of Advanced Plus covers 5 words: procure, sobriety, escalate, reciprocate, perpetuate. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.
to obtain or acquire something, especially through effort or careful planning
She worked hard to procure the necessary supplies for the project.
the state of being sober or free from the effects of alcohol or drugs
After many years of drinking, he finally found sobriety and began to feel better.
to increase or intensify in amount or severity
The argument between the two friends began to escalate quickly, making everyone uncomfortable.
to respond to an action by making a corresponding one
When she helped me with my project, I wanted to reciprocate by helping her with hers.
to cause something to continue indefinitely
Teachers can sometimes perpetuate stereotypes when they do not teach students about different cultures.