Words and Definitions for Verbs Set Two

Listen to the accompanying MP3 and read these definitions and sentences. This will train
your brain to master these words.

Botch = to do something very badly

I tried to redecorate the living room, but I completely botched it.

Impede = to stop the progress of something

A broken down lorry impeded the traffic and caused hours of delays.

Quaff = to drink something in large amounts and with enjoyment

The players quaffed champagne after winning the cup for a third straight year.

Recollect = to remember something

I don’t recollect anything that happened after the accident.

Exacerbate = to make something bad even worse

The heavy rain and storms are exacerbating the problems caused by the flood.