Exam: TOEFL

Definition: Causing a feeling of dislike or aversion; something that is unpleasant or offensive to one's taste.

Example: Many people found the movie's ending to be distasteful and inappropriate.

Definition: In a way that shows dislike or disapproval.

Example: She distastefully rejected the idea of going to the party.

Definition: The quality of being unpleasant or causing dislike.

Example: The distastefulness of the food made many guests leave the dinner early.

Definition: Not moderate or restrained; excessive or extreme in behavior or actions.

Example: His distemperate behavior at the party made everyone uncomfortable.

Definition: To swell or become larger due to internal pressure.

Example: The balloon began to distend as more air was pumped into it.

Definition: To make something larger or wider by applying pressure from within.

Example: The balloon began to distend as more air was pumped into it.

Definition: Swollen or enlarged due to internal pressure, often referring to a part of the body or an object that has expanded beyond its normal size.

Example: After eating too much, her stomach felt distended and uncomfortable.

Definition: To swell or expand due to pressure from within.

Example: After eating too much, my stomach felt distended and uncomfortable.

Definition: The ability of something to expand or stretch when pressure is applied from within.

Example: The distensibility of the balloon allows it to hold more air without bursting.

Definition: Able to be stretched or expanded in size or volume.

Example: The balloon is distensible, allowing it to inflate when air is added.

Definition: The state of being stretched or swollen, often due to the accumulation of gas or fluid in a part of the body.

Example: The doctor explained that the distension in her abdomen was caused by gas buildup.

Definition: The act of stretching or swelling something, often referring to a part of the body or an object that has become larger than normal.

Example: The doctor explained that the distention in her abdomen could be caused by gas or fluid buildup.