sequester
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/sɪˈkwɛstər/
se · ques · ter
sɪ · ˈkwɛs · tər
English Definition
v. isolate separate confine
Significado en Español
aislar, retirar
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
cách ly, ẩn dật
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
se- (separate) + quest (seek) → to sequester, isolate.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the best synonym for the word “sequester” in the following sentence: During the pandemic, many vulnerable groups felt the need to sequester themselves for their own safety.
A
isolate
B
expose
C
engage
D
release
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A — isolate.
“sequester” means v. isolate separate confine
Common questions about “sequester”
What does “sequester” mean?
sequester — v. isolate separate confine. In Chinese: 隔离，隐退.
How do you pronounce “sequester”?
sequester is pronounced /sɪˈkwɛstər/. It breaks into 3 syllables: se · ques · ter.
Is “sequester” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. sequester appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “sequester”?
se- (separate) + quest (seek) → to sequester, isolate.
