Vocabulary Enrichment 39

HOSt 
/hoʊst/ [hohst] (v.) 
– to give services and resources for an event

Example: Russia hosted the 2014 Winter Olympics.
Additional info: As a noun, it can also mean someone who entertains guests in a place.

HESITANT 
/ˈhɛz ɪ tənt/ [HEZ-i-tuh nt] (adj.) 
– referring to the state of being undecided

Example: He was hesitant about leaving home to become a professional athlete.
Additional info: Synonyms for hesitant include reluctant and unsure.

PROPOSE  
/prəˈpoʊz/ [pruh-POHZ] (v.) 
– to present a plan of action

Example: The coach proposed a new training schedule.
Additional info: Synonyms for propose include suggest and offer.

COMPETITION 
/ˌkɒm pɪˈtɪʃ ən/ [kom-pi-TISH-uh n] (n.) 
– a contest that promises an award or recognition

Example: Athletes are training for the competition.
Additional info: Synonyms for competition include tournament and championship.

MOUNTAINOUS 
/ˈmaʊn tn əs/ [MOUN-tn-uh s] (adj.) 
– with many mountains

Example: The mountainous area near my village is perfect for winter sports.
Additional info: It can also mean large.

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