Exam: TOEFL

Definition: To cause something to explode or to explode itself.

Example: The engineer decided to detonate the old building to make way for new construction.

Definition: A sudden and powerful explosion, often caused by a bomb or other explosive device.

Example: The detonation of the bomb was heard miles away.

Definition: A path or route that is different from the usual one, often taken to avoid obstacles or delays.

Example: We had to take a detour because the main road was closed for construction.

Definition: To cause someone or something to take a longer or different route than usual, often to avoid an obstacle or for a specific purpose.

Example: The construction on the main road forced us to detour through the back streets.

Definition: A process or period during which a person stops using harmful substances to cleanse their body and improve health.

Example: She went to a detox center to help her recover from addiction.

Definition: To remove toxic substances from the body or to undergo a process that helps to cleanse the body of harmful substances.

Example: Many people choose to detox after a period of unhealthy eating.

Definition: To remove toxins or harmful substances from the body or a substance.

Example: Many people choose to detoxicate their bodies after a period of unhealthy eating.

Definition: A process that helps to remove or reduce harmful substances from the body or environment.

Example: The detoxication process is essential for recovering from poisoning.

Definition: The process of removing toxic substances from the body, often as part of a treatment for addiction or to improve health.

Example: Many people go through detoxification to cleanse their bodies of harmful substances.

Definition: To remove harmful substances or toxins from the body or to make something less toxic.

Example: Many people choose to detoxify their bodies after a period of unhealthy eating.

Definition: The act of reducing someone's reputation or value through negative comments or criticism.

Example: His constant detraction of her work made it difficult for her to feel confident.

Definition: Having a tendency to lower someone's opinion or value of something; often critical or negative in nature.

Example: His detractive comments about the project made everyone feel discouraged.