Proficient Plus — Set 97

Set 97 of Proficient Plus covers 5 words: negligence, inclination, disdain, proponent, zenith. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.

1. negligence · noun/ˈnɛɡlɪdʒəns/

   failure to take proper care in doing something resulting in damage or injury

   His negligence in driving caused the accident on the highway.

   Synonyms: carelessness, neglect, inattention

   Origin: from Latin 'neglegentia', meaning 'neglect'

2. inclination · noun/ˌɪnklɪˈneɪʃən/

   a tendency or preference towards a particular idea or course of action

   She has an inclination to help others in need.

   Synonyms: tendency, preference, leaning

   Origin: from Latin 'inclinatio', from 'inclinare' which means to lean or bend

3. disdain · noun/dɪsˈdeɪn/

   the feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect

   She looked at the messy room with disdain, feeling it was unworthy of her attention.

   Synonyms: contempt, scorn, derision

   Origin: from Old French 'desdain' and Latin 'dedignari', meaning 'to deem unworthy'

4. proponent · noun/prəˈpoʊnənt/

   a person who advocates for or supports a cause or proposal

   She is a strong proponent of recycling and believes it can help our planet.

   Synonyms: supporter, advocate, promoter

   Origin: from Middle French 'proponant', from Latin 'proponens', which means 'putting forth'

5. zenith · noun/ˈziːnəθ/

   the highest point reached by a celestial or other object

   At noon, the sun reaches its zenith in the sky.

   Synonyms: peak, summit, apex

   Origin: The word 'zenith' comes from the Middle French 'zenith,' derived from the Arabic 'samt,' meaning 'path' or 'direction,' originally referring to the direction of the celestial sphere.