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VOCABULARY/GRAMMAR
A post-modified superlative adjective is
placed after the noun
. It modifies and
adds emphasis or specific information about the noun. This construction is
used to highlight the extreme quality
of the noun in comparison to others of
its kind.
Cleft Sentences
The structure of the second sentence was a bit of an odd one:
It is knowing
that I am contributing in a meaningful way that I thrive on, and I actively seek
opportunities to enhance my skill set.
We call this a
cleft sentence
, a grammatical construction
used to emphasise a
particular element in a sentence by dividing it into two clauses
. The purpose
of a cleft sentence is to bring attention to a specific part of the sentence, often
by reorganising the structure to highlight that element.
In this case, I wanted to highlight ‘knowing that I am contributing in a
meaningful way’, so I was able to restructure my sentence to make sure that
this portion of the sentence was the main focus.
to buckle down
- to apply oneself diligently and with determination to a task
With exams approaching, Ben decided it was time to buckle down and study.
to get on with something
- to start or continue with a task or activity, often without
unnecessary delay
Can we get on with the meeting, or are we going to wait for Amir?
meticulously
/məˈtɪkjʊləsli/ - in a very careful and precise manner, paying great
attention to details
He meticulously arranged the flowers on each table.
to thrive on
- to succeed or find enjoyment and motivation in a particular situation,
challenge or environment
Greg truly thrives on the fast-paced nature of his job.
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