Exam: TOEFL

Definition: A temporary condition where a person is confused and has trouble thinking clearly, often due to illness or intoxication. It can include symptoms like anxiety, hallucinations, and disordered speech.

Example: After the surgery, he experienced delirium and couldn't recognize his family.

Definition: The act of being rescued or set free from a difficult situation or danger.

Example: The villagers celebrated their deliverance from the flood after the dam was repaired.

Definition: To move something from its usual location or to make it not tied to a specific place.

Example: The company decided to delocalize its operations to reduce costs.

Definition: Relating to the fourth position in the structure of an organic molecule from a specific group or atom.

Example: In the study of organic chemistry, the delta position is crucial for understanding molecular behavior.

Definition: A landform that is typically shaped like a triangle, formed by the accumulation of sediment at the mouth of a river where it meets a larger body of water.

Example: The delta of the river is a rich area for wildlife and plants.

Definition: Relating to the landform created at the mouth of a river where it meets a body of water, often characterized by sediment deposits.

Example: The deltaic region is rich in biodiversity and supports various wildlife.

Definition: Relating to a triangular shape or the deltoid muscle in the shoulder.

Example: The deltoid muscle is important for lifting the arm.

Definition: A large triangular muscle that is located on the outer part of the shoulder and helps to lift the arm away from the body.

Example: The deltoid muscle is important for lifting objects overhead.

Definition: A muscle located in the shoulder that helps lift the arm and gives the shoulder its rounded shape.

Example: The deltoideus muscle is important for shoulder movement and stability.

Definition: To cause someone to believe something that is not true; to mislead or deceive someone.

Example: The magician's tricks can delude even the most skeptical audience.

Definition: Having a false belief or being misled about something, often despite evidence to the contrary.

Example: He was deluded into thinking he could win the race without training.

Definition: To be misled or to have a false belief about something.

Example: He was deluded into thinking he would win the lottery.

Definition: A large amount of water that covers land, often caused by heavy rain or flooding. It can also refer to a situation where there is an overwhelming amount of something, like messages or requests.

Example: After the heavy rain, the town experienced a deluge that flooded many homes.

Definition: To flood or overwhelm something with a large amount of water or a great number of things.

Example: The heavy rain deluged the streets, causing severe flooding.