Exam: TOEFL

Definition: A wide street or road, often lined with trees, that is used for vehicles and pedestrians.

Example: We walked down the avenue, enjoying the shade of the trees.

Definition: To reach or result in a typical or standard amount or level.

Example: The temperatures in July usually average around 30 degrees Celsius.

Definition: A number that represents the typical value in a set of data, calculated by adding all the values together and dividing by the number of values.

Example: The average score of the class was higher than last year.

Definition: To calculate the mean value of a group of numbers by adding them together and dividing by the total count.

Example: The teacher asked us to average the test scores of the class.

Definition: A positive statement or claim about something that is asserted to be true.

Example: The lawyer made an averment in court to support her client's case.

Definition: Feeling a strong dislike or opposition to something; not wanting to do something.

Example: She is averse to eating spicy food.

Definition: In a way that shows dislike or unwillingness; negatively or unfavorably.

Example: She aversely responded to the suggestion, making it clear she was not interested.

Definition: The state of having a strong dislike or opposition to something.

Example: Her averseness to loud noises made it difficult for her to enjoy the concert.

Definition: A strong feeling of dislike or avoidance towards something or someone.

Example: She has a strong aversion to spicy food.

Definition: Causing someone to avoid something by making it unpleasant or punishing.

Example: The aversive techniques used in training were effective but controversial.

Definition: To prevent something from happening or to turn it away.

Example: She tried to avert a disaster by warning everyone in time.

Definition: Turned away or prevented from happening, often used to describe a situation where something negative is avoided.

Example: The crisis was averted thanks to quick action by the emergency services.

Definition: To prevent something bad from happening or to turn something away.

Example: She averted her eyes from the bright light.