garner
to gather or collect something, especially information or approval
The teacher worked hard to garner support from the parents for the school program.
Set 30 · Study 1 / 5
Exitto gather or collect something, especially information or approval
The teacher worked hard to garner support from the parents for the school program.
Set 30 of Proficient covers 5 words: garner, turgid, solicitous, libertine, verdant. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.
to gather or collect something, especially information or approval
The teacher worked hard to garner support from the parents for the school program.
swollen or distended, especially due to excessive fluid or engorgement
The turgid plant leaves looked heavy with water after the rain.
showing concerned or care for someone's well-being
The solicitous mother always checks if her children are warm enough when they go outside.
a person who is morally or sexually unrestrained
He was known as a libertine, often attending wild parties and ignoring the rules of society.
green with grass or other rich vegetation
The verdant hills were full of bright green grass and colorful flowers.