Exam: TOEFL

Definition: To stop developing or progressing; to remain unchanged or inactive.

Example: If you don't challenge yourself, your skills will stagnate over time.

Definition: A state of not moving or changing, often leading to a lack of progress or development.

Example: The economy faced stagnation due to a lack of investment.

Definition: In a serious, steady, and respectable way, without excitement or enthusiasm.

Example: She staidly listened to the lecture, showing no signs of boredom or distraction.

Definition: To produce or receive marks or discolorations on a surface.

Example: The fabric will stain if it comes into contact with red wine.

Definition: A mark or spot that is different in color from the surface around it, often caused by dirt or a liquid.

Example: She tried to remove the stain from her shirt with soap and water.

Definition: To make something dirty or discolored by leaving a mark or spot on it.

Example: She accidentally stained her shirt with red wine.

Definition: The quality or condition of being able to hold or retain stains, often used in the context of materials or biological cells.

Example: The stainability of the fabric determines how well it can resist discoloration from spills.

Definition: A pointed piece of wood or metal that is driven into the ground to mark a spot, support a structure, or indicate a boundary. It can also refer to a share or interest in a business or financial venture.

Example: The campers used a stake to secure their tent to the ground.

Definition: To fasten or secure something using a pointed post or to risk something, especially money, in a game or business.

Example: He decided to stake his savings on the new business venture.

Definition: Not fresh or new; having lost its original quality or freshness, often used to describe food or ideas that are no longer appealing.

Example: The bread was stale and hard, so I decided to throw it away.

Definition: To urinate, particularly used in reference to horses and camels.

Example: The horse staled on the side of the trail during our ride.

Definition: The urine produced by certain animals, particularly horses and camels, often used in specific contexts.

Example: The stable smelled of stale from the horses.

Definition: To make something old or no longer fresh, often referring to food or ideas.

Example: The bread will stale if left out for too long.

Definition: A situation where no progress can be made or no further action is possible, often used in games like chess when a player cannot make a legal move.

Example: The negotiations reached a stalemate, with neither side willing to compromise.

Definition: To cause a situation where no progress can be made, often in a game or negotiation, where neither side can win or move forward.

Example: The negotiations reached a stalemate, with both parties refusing to compromise.

Definition: The act of following or watching someone closely and secretly, often in a way that causes fear or anxiety.

Example: The police arrested him for stalking his ex-girlfriend.

Definition: To follow someone quietly and secretly, often with the intention of causing them harm or fear.

Example: The detective was stalking the suspect to gather more evidence.

Definition: To stop moving or progress, often temporarily, or to delay something.

Example: The car stalled in the middle of the road.

Definition: A small enclosed space or booth where goods are sold, or a compartment for an animal in a barn.

Example: The farmer kept his horses in the stall next to the hay storage.

Definition: To make something stop moving or functioning, often unexpectedly, or to delay progress.

Example: The mechanic had to stall the engine to fix the problem.