Group 17 · 學習模式

inclined to lay down principles as incontrovertibly true; opinionated

教條的；獨斷的

His dogmatic approach discouraged any debate.

She refused to be dogmatic about her political views.

The dogmatic professor dismissed all opposing theories.

to find out something for certain; make sure of

確定；查明

Investigators worked to ascertain the cause of the fire.

She ascertained that the documents were authentic.

We need to ascertain the facts before making a decision.

to create difficulty for someone doing something; impede

阻礙；妨礙

Poor communication hindered the project's progress.

The heavy rain hindered the search efforts.

A lack of funding hindered the research.

to restrict something within limits

限制；劃定界限

The new law circumscribes the agency's authority.

Her role was circumscribed by strict guidelines.

The court circumscribed the scope of the investigation.

to find fault with someone severely; reprimand

譴責；斥責

The coach upbraided the team for their poor effort.

She upbraided her assistant for the careless mistake.

He was upbraided in front of the entire staff.