Exam: TOEFL

Definition: A thin fold of skin that covers and protects the eye.

Example: She blinked her palpebra to keep her eyes moist.

Definition: Related to the eyelids or situated near them.

Example: The doctor examined the palpebral area for any signs of irritation.

Definition: Describing something that is shaking or trembling, often in a way that suggests a strong emotional response or physical reaction.

Example: The palpitant rhythm of the music made everyone want to dance.

Definition: To beat quickly or irregularly, often referring to the heart; to throb or shake slightly.

Example: After running up the stairs, I could feel my heart palpitate.

Definition: A fast or irregular heartbeat that can feel like a fluttering or pounding in the chest.

Example: After running up the stairs, I felt a strong palpitation in my chest.

Definition: Having a condition that causes weakness or loss of control in muscles, often resulting in shaking or trembling.

Example: After the accident, his hand was palsied, making it difficult for him to write.

Definition: Referring to something that is of little value, importance, or worth; insignificant or trivial.

Example: The paltrier amount of money offered for the project was disappointing.

Definition: The smallest amount or the least significant; very small or insignificant.

Example: His contribution to the project was the paltriest of all, barely making a difference.

Definition: In a way that is small, insignificant, or of little value.

Example: The project was funded paltrily, leaving many aspects underdeveloped.

Definition: The quality of being small, insignificant, or of little value.

Example: The paltriness of the donation surprised everyone at the charity event.