Learn these words: irreproachable, thermal, promissory, herald, touchstone (SAT/GRE & literary language)

Pronunciation

irreproachable /ˌɪrɪˈproʊtʃəbl̩/thermal /ˈθɝːml̩/promissory /ˈprɑːməˌsɔːri/herald /ˈherəld/touchstone /ˈtʌtʃˌstoʊn/

Example Sentences

1. The judge's reputation for fairness and impartiality was irreproachable.
2. The thermal springs in the mountains were a popular destination for tourists.
3. The promissory note stated that the borrower would repay the loan with interest within a year.
4. The sound of the trumpet heralded the arrival of the king.
5. The ability to work well under pressure is often considered a touchstone of success in many professions.

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irreproachable (impeccable, blameless) - free of guilt; not subject to blame.
=>[irreproachable integrity, irreproachable reputation, irreproachable behavior]
- reproachable, blameworthy
irreproachable (impeccable, blameless) - free of guilt; not subject to blame.
=>[irreproachable integrity, irreproachable reputation, irreproachable behavior]
- reproachable, blameworthy


thermal (hot, warm) - caused by or designed to retain heat; of or relating to a hot spring.
=>[thermal energy, thermal conductivity, thermal insulation]
- non-thermal, not related to heat
thermal (hot, warm) - caused by or designed to retain heat; of or relating to a hot spring.
=>[thermal energy, thermal conductivity, thermal insulation]
- non-thermal, not related to heat


promissory (pledging, vouching) - relating to or having the character of a promise.
=>[promissory note, promissory bond, promissory agreement]
- non-promissory, not promising something
promissory (pledging, vouching) - relating to or having the character of a promise.
=>[promissory note, promissory bond, promissory agreement]
- non-promissory, not promising something


herald (announcer, messenger) - (formal) a person who announces important news; an indication of the approach of something or someone.
=>[herald of news, herald of arrival, herald of approach]
- conceal, hide
herald (announcer, messenger) - (formal) a person who announces important news; an indication of the approach of something or someone.
=>[herald of news, herald of arrival, herald of approach]
- conceal, hide


touchstone (benchmark, standard) - a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated.
=>[touchstone standard, touchstone test, touchstone criterion]
- standard, benchmark
touchstone (benchmark, standard) - a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated.
=>[touchstone standard, touchstone test, touchstone criterion]
- standard, benchmark

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Original Sentences

1. The judge's reputation for fairness and impartiality was irreproachable.
2. The thermal springs in the mountains were a popular destination for tourists.
3. The promissory note stated that the borrower would repay the loan with interest within a year.
4. The sound of the trumpet heralded the arrival of the king.
5. The ability to work well under pressure is often considered a touchstone of success in many professions.

Translation to Spanish

1. La reputación de justicia e imparcialidad del juez era irreprochable.
2. Las fuentes termales de las montañas eran un destino popular para los turistas.
3. El pagaré decía que el prestatario pagaría el préstamo con intereses en el plazo de un año.
4. El sonido de la trompeta anunció la llegada del rey.
5. La capacidad de trabajar bien bajo presión suele considerarse la piedra de toque del éxito en muchas profesiones.

Translation to French

1. La réputation d'équité et d'impartialité du juge était irréprochable.
2. Les sources thermales des montagnes étaient une destination prisée des touristes.
3. Le billet à ordre indiquait que l'emprunteur rembourserait le prêt avec intérêts dans un délai d'un an.
4. Le son de la trompette annonçait l'arrivée du roi.
5. La capacité de bien travailler sous pression est souvent considérée comme la pierre de touche du succès dans de nombreuses professions.

Translation to Portuguese

1. A reputação de justiça e imparcialidade do juiz era irrepreensível.
2. As fontes termais nas montanhas eram um destino popular para os turistas.
3. A nota promissória afirmava que o mutuário pagaria o empréstimo com juros em um ano.
4. O som da trombeta anunciava a chegada do rei.
5. A capacidade de trabalhar bem sob pressão é geralmente considerada uma pedra de toque do sucesso em muitas profissões.

Translation to Italian

1. La reputazione di equità e imparzialità del giudice era ineccepibile.
2. Le sorgenti termali in montagna erano una destinazione popolare per i turisti.
3. La cambiale stabiliva che il mutuatario avrebbe restituito il prestito con gli interessi entro un anno.
4. Il suono della tromba annunciò l'arrivo del re.
5. La capacità di lavorare bene sotto pressione è spesso considerata una pietra di paragone del successo in molte professioni.

Translation to German

1. Der Ruf des Richters hinsichtlich Fairness und Unparteilichkeit war tadellos.
2. Die Thermalquellen in den Bergen waren ein beliebtes Ausflugsziel für Touristen.
3. Im Schuldschein stand, dass der Kreditnehmer den Kredit innerhalb eines Jahres inklusive Zinsen zurückzahlen würde.
4. Der Klang der Trompete kündigte die Ankunft des Königs an.
5. Die Fähigkeit, unter Druck gut zu arbeiten, gilt in vielen Berufen oft als Maßstab für den Erfolg.

Translation to Russian

1. Репутация судьи как справедливого и беспристрастного судьи была безупречной.
2. Термальные источники в горах были популярным местом для туристов.
3. В векселе говорилось, что заемщик погасит кредит с процентами в течение года.
4. Звук трубы возвестил о прибытии короля.
5. Способность хорошо работать под давлением часто считается критерием успеха во многих профессиях.

Translation to English

1. The judge's reputation for fairness and impartiality was irreproachable.
2. The thermal springs in the mountains were a popular destination for tourists.
3. The promissory note stated that the borrower would repay the loan with interest within a year.
4. The sound of the trumpet heralded the arrival of the king.
5. The ability to work well under pressure is often considered a touchstone of success in many professions.

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Etymology

irreproachable: The word "irreproachable" comes from the Latin word "reprochare," meaning "to reproach," and the prefix "ir-" meaning "not"

thermal: The word "thermal" comes from the Greek word "thermos," meaning "hot," which is derived from "therme" (heat)

promissory: The word "promissory" comes from the Latin word "promissus," meaning "promise," which is derived from "promittere" (to send forth)

herald: The word "herald" comes from the Old French word "heraut," meaning "messenger," which is derived from the Frankish word "hariwald," meaning "army commander"

touchstone: The word "touchstone" comes from the Middle English word "toucheston," meaning "stone used to test gold," which is derived from the Old French word "toches" (touch) and "eston" (stone)

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