Daily English 2020.08.18

今日の単語。

1. tarnish（傷つける、汚す）

= The scandal tarnished the prime minister's image.

2. deride（あざける、あざ笑う）

= She derided hiim as stupid.

3. dwindle（次第に減少する）

= The Japanese population is dwindling.

4. suppress（鎮圧する）

= The Revolution was suppressed by the Soviet military.

5. encompass（含む、包含する）

= The event encompasses a variety of activities.

6. waive（放棄する）

= The defendant waived his right to appeal.

7. characterize（特徴づける）

= Van Gogh's paintings are characterized by thick brushstrokes.

8. recur（再発する）

= Consult your doctor if the pain recurs.