Exam: TOEFL

Definition: The state of being owned by someone else and forced to work without pay or freedom.

Example: The history of slavery is a painful chapter in many countries.

Definition: Relating to or resembling a slave; showing excessive willingness to serve or obey without any originality.

Example: His slavish adherence to the rules made him unpopular among his peers.

Definition: In a way that shows excessive willingness to serve or please someone, often without independent thought or creativity.

Example: He followed the rules slavishly, without questioning their fairness.

Definition: Having a smooth, shiny surface or appearance; well-groomed and stylish.

Example: The car had a sleek design that caught everyone's attention.

Definition: To make something smooth and shiny, often by applying a product or by careful styling.

Example: She sleeked her hair back with gel before the party.

Definition: Having a smooth, glossy, and streamlined appearance; more streamlined than something else.

Example: The new car design is sleeker and more modern than the previous model.

Definition: To be in a state of rest where the body is inactive and the mind is not aware of the surroundings.

Example: After a long day, I like to sleep for at least eight hours.

Definition: A natural state of rest for the body and mind, where a person usually closes their eyes and becomes less aware of their surroundings. During this time, the body relaxes and the brain goes through different stages, including dreaming.

Example: After a long day, I fell into a deep sleep and didn't wake up until morning.

Definition: To rest in a state of reduced consciousness, often lying down, and usually for a period of time to recover energy or health.

Example: After a long day, I like to sleep for at least eight hours.

Definition: A person or thing that sleeps, often used to refer to a sleeping car on a train or a type of fish that lies still in water.

Example: The sleeper on the train was comfortable and allowed us to rest during our journey.

Definition: Feeling more inclined to sleep than usual; drowsier.

Example: After a long day at work, I felt sleepier than ever.

Definition: The most tired or ready to sleep; feeling very drowsy.

Example: After a long day at work, I felt the sleepiest I had ever been.

Definition: In a way that shows you are tired or ready to sleep.

Example: She yawned sleepily as she got out of bed.