Advanced — Set 35

Set 35 of Advanced covers 5 words: formerly, subsequently, elaborate, noteworthy, discontented. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.

1. formerly · adverb/ˈfɔrmərli/

   previously; in the past

   William was surprised to discover that his elderly neighbor, Mr. Watson, had formerly worked as a detective.

   Synonyms: earlier, once

2. subsequently · adverb/ˈsəbsəkwəntli/

   following or after something has happened

   Although her book initially received some negative reviews, it was subsequently published in 22 countries and translated into several languages.

   Synonyms: afterwards, later, thereafter

3. elaborate · adjective/əˈlæb(ə)rət/

   very detailed

   She selected the gold necklace with the most elaborate design to wear to the opera, as she wanted to stand out and dazzle her friends.

   Synonyms: garnished, detailed, fancy, ornamented, embellished

   Origin: late 16th century (in the sense ‘produced by effort of labor’, also in elaborate (sense 2 of the verb)): from Latin elaborat- ‘worked out’, from the verb elaborare, from e- (variant of ex-) ‘out’ + labor ‘work’

4. noteworthy · adjective/ˈnoʊtˌwərði/

   deserving special attention

   The professor praised Melinda's essay in the front of the class, calling her writing relevant and noteworthy.

   Synonyms: notable, remarkable, important, significant

5. discontented · adjective/ˌdɪskənˈtɛn(t)əd/

   not happy with something

   A group of employees grew so discontented with the structural changes at their company that they decided to quit.

   Synonyms: displeased, upset, unhappy, dissatisfied