B2 verb 중립

amorphous

/əˈmɔːrfəs/

Describes something that lacks a clear or definite shape, form, or structure. It can refer to physical substances that do not have a crystalline structure or abstract concepts that are poorly defined and disorganized.

예시

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1

The artist stared at the amorphous lump of clay, wondering what it would eventually become.

The artist stared at the amorphous lump of clay, wondering what it would eventually become.

2

The legal department argued that the contract's terms were too amorphous to be enforceable in court.

The legal department argued that the contract's terms were too amorphous to be enforceable in court.

3

I have some amorphous ideas for my birthday party, but nothing is set in stone yet.

I have some amorphous ideas for my birthday party, but nothing is set in stone yet.

어휘 가족

명사
amorphism
부사
amorphously
형용사
amorphous
관련
amorphicity
💡

암기 팁

Think of the root 'morph' which means shape (like Power Rangers Morphing). The prefix 'a-' means 'without'. So, amorphous is 'without shape'.

빠른 퀴즈

The project remained ________ for several months until a new manager provided a clear timeline and goals.

정답!

정답은: amorphous

예시

1

The artist stared at the amorphous lump of clay, wondering what it would eventually become.

everyday

The artist stared at the amorphous lump of clay, wondering what it would eventually become.

2

The legal department argued that the contract's terms were too amorphous to be enforceable in court.

formal

The legal department argued that the contract's terms were too amorphous to be enforceable in court.

3

I have some amorphous ideas for my birthday party, but nothing is set in stone yet.

informal

I have some amorphous ideas for my birthday party, but nothing is set in stone yet.

4

In physics, glass is classified as an amorphous solid because its atoms are not arranged in a regular lattice.

academic

In physics, glass is classified as an amorphous solid because its atoms are not arranged in a regular lattice.

5

The startup's business plan was still amorphous, causing potential investors to hesitate.

business

The startup's business plan was still amorphous, causing potential investors to hesitate.

어휘 가족

명사
amorphism
부사
amorphously
형용사
amorphous
관련
amorphicity

자주 쓰는 조합

amorphous mass amorphous mass
amorphous shape amorphous shape
amorphous structure amorphous structure
amorphous concept amorphous concept
amorphous solid amorphous solid

자주 쓰는 구문

amorphous blob

amorphous blob

amorphous organization

amorphous organization

amorphous cloud

amorphous cloud

자주 혼동되는 단어

amorphous vs ambiguous

Ambiguous means having a double meaning or being unclear in intent, while amorphous means lacking a physical or structural shape.

amorphous vs anomalous

Anomalous means deviating from what is normal or expected, whereas amorphous refers specifically to formlessness.

📝

사용 참고사항

Use 'amorphous' when you want to emphasize a lack of organization or boundaries, whether you are talking about a literal cloud or a figurative political movement.

⚠️

자주 하는 실수

Learners often use this to mean 'confusing'; however, it specifically describes the lack of structure rather than the difficulty of understanding.

💡

암기 팁

Think of the root 'morph' which means shape (like Power Rangers Morphing). The prefix 'a-' means 'without'. So, amorphous is 'without shape'.

📖

어원

Derived from the Greek 'amorphos', where 'a-' means 'without' and 'morphe' means 'form' or 'shape'.

문법 패턴

used as an attributive adjective before a noun used as a predicative adjective after linking verbs like 'be' or 'seem'
🌍

문화적 맥락

In science fiction literature and film, 'amorphous' is frequently used to describe terrifying, shapeless alien entities or monsters.

빠른 퀴즈

The project remained ________ for several months until a new manager provided a clear timeline and goals.

정답!

정답은: amorphous

관련 단어

complement

A2

A thing that completes or brings to perfection something else. In grammar, it refers to a word or phrase that follows a verb and provides more information about the subject or object.

compound

A2

Describes something that is made of two or more separate parts or elements joined together. It is often used to talk about words, sentences, or chemical substances that have multiple components.

conceive

A2

To form an idea, plan, or concept in the mind. It is also the medical term used to describe when a woman becomes pregnant.

confer

A2

To discuss something with other people in order to reach a decision or exchange ideas. It can also mean to officially give an honor, title, or degree to someone.

conform

A2

To behave according to rules, standards, or what is expected by a group of people. It means to fit in or act in a way that matches others.

consecutive

A2

Following one after another in a continuous series without any breaks. It describes things that happen in a logical order, like numbers (1, 2, 3) or days (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday).

consistency

A2

Consistency is the quality of always acting or behaving in the same way. it also describes how thick or smooth a liquid or substance is.

disclude

B1

Describing a state where someone or something is left out, omitted, or not allowed to participate in a group or activity. It refers to the condition of being kept apart from a whole or a set.

antiformous

B1

Describes a shape or structure that is curved or folded upwards like an arch. It is most often used in geology and geometry to describe a convex surface.

interspect

B1

Describing a person who is thoughtful and focused on their own internal thoughts and feelings. It refers to the act of looking inward to examine one's own emotions and motives rather than focusing on external things.

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