Exam: TOEFL

Definition: To be covered or hidden completely, often in a way that makes it hard to breathe or see.

Example: The flames smothered the fire, making it impossible to see anything.

Definition: Something that covers or suffocates, like a thick cloud of smoke or dust.

Example: The smother of smoke made it hard to breathe in the room.

Definition: To cover something completely or to prevent it from getting air, often causing it to be hidden or suffocated.

Example: She tried to smother the flames with a blanket.

Definition: Feeling very pleased with oneself, often in a way that shows a lack of concern for others' feelings or opinions.

Example: He had a smug smile on his face after winning the debate.

Definition: To secretly bring goods into a country without paying taxes or following legal procedures.

Example: They tried to smuggle drugs across the border.

Definition: To secretly bring goods into or out of a country without paying taxes or following laws.

Example: They tried to smuggle drugs across the border.

Definition: A person who secretly brings goods into or out of a country to avoid paying taxes or to break the law.

Example: The smuggler was caught trying to bring illegal drugs across the border.

Definition: The illegal act of bringing goods into a country without paying the required taxes or following the laws.

Example: The police caught him smuggling drugs across the border.

Definition: To move goods illegally into or out of a country, often to avoid taxes or restrictions.

Example: They were caught smuggling drugs across the border.

Definition: In a way that shows too much satisfaction with oneself or one's achievements.

Example: He smiled smugly after winning the debate.

Definition: The quality of feeling very pleased with oneself, often in a way that shows a lack of concern for others.

Example: His smugness was evident when he bragged about his promotion in front of his colleagues.

Definition: To eat a small amount of food between meals, often quickly or casually.

Example: I like to snack on fruits when I'm feeling hungry between meals.

Definition: A small amount of food eaten between meals or as a light meal.

Example: I like to have a snack in the afternoon when I feel hungry.

Definition: Something that is very easy to do or requires little effort.

Example: The test was a snap, and I finished it in no time.

Definition: To make a sudden, sharp sound or to break suddenly, often with a cracking noise.

Example: The branch snapped when I stepped on it.

Definition: A quick, sharp sound or action, often made by something breaking or closing suddenly.

Example: She heard a snap as the branch broke under her weight.

Definition: To make a sharp sound or movement, often by quickly breaking or closing something.

Example: She snapped the lid shut on the container.

Definition: More quick or lively in manner or style; sharper or more effective than something else.

Example: The new design is snappier and more appealing to customers.