Losing the Win
Vocabulary Study Sheet
Documented
Provided with written evidence or records; officially recorded.
There are many documented cases of lottery winners facing financial difficulties.
The scientist presented documented proof of her experiment's success.
Substantial
Sizable, considerable, or significant in amount or importance.
He received a substantial reward for his contributions to the project.
The company made a substantial investment in renewable energy.
Distress
Extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain; a state of suffering or hardship.
Shortly after winning, she was in severe financial distress.
The news caused him great emotional distress.
Factors
Elements or conditions that contribute to a particular result or situation.
Several factors contribute to a person's financial success.
Weather conditions are a key factor in crop yield.
Phenomenon
A remarkable or exceptional event or fact that can be observed or studied.
The sudden surge in lottery bankruptcies is a phenomenon worth studying.
Auroras are natural phenomena that occur in the polar regions.
Newfound
Recently acquired or discovered; recently gained.
Many winners have a newfound wealth after their lottery success.
He quickly adjusted to his newfound fame.
Impulsive
Acting without forethought or planning; spontaneous.
Impulsive purchases can lead to financial trouble.
She made an impulsive decision to buy the expensive dress.
Lavishly
In a luxurious or extravagant manner.
He spent lavishly on his wedding celebration.
They decorated the house lavishly for the holiday.
Generous
Willing to give more than is expected or necessary; charitable.
She is very generous with her time and money.
His generous donation helped fund the new library.
Deplete
To reduce something in size, amount, or quantity; to exhaust the supply of.
Excessive spending can deplete your savings quickly.
Overfishing has depleted fish populations in the area.
Sustainable
Capable of being maintained at a certain rate or level; environmentally responsible.
They need a sustainable financial plan to avoid bankruptcy.
Using renewable resources is essential for sustainable development.
Addictions
Compulsive dependencies on substances or behaviors, such as drugs or gambling.
Addictions to gambling can ruin a person's life.
He sought help for his addictions to alcohol and drugs.
Depletion
The act of reducing or exhausting something, especially resources or supplies.
Legal troubles can lead to the depletion of winnings.
The depletion of natural resources is a global concern.
Lawsuits
Legal actions or cases brought before a court to settle disputes.
He faced multiple lawsuits over the accident.
Lawsuits can drain a company's financial resources.
Fraudsters
People who commit deception or scams for financial gain.
Lottery winners are often targeted by fraudsters.
The police arrested several fraudsters involved in the scam.
Misguided
Incorrect or wrong in judgment or reasoning; misled.
They were misguided by false advice.
His misguided actions caused unintended problems.
Significant
Important or noteworthy; having meaning or consequence.
A significant portion of winners go bankrupt within a few years.
Her contribution was significant to the project's success.
Influx
A sudden arrival or increase of a large number of people or things.
The influx of money can cause emotional stress.
There was an influx of tourists during the holiday season.
Obligation
A duty or commitment; a sense of responsibility.
Winning the lottery can create feelings of obligation to others.
He felt obligated to help his friends after winning the prize.
Judgment
The ability to make considered decisions or come to sensible conclusions.
Financial judgment is crucial after winning a large sum of money.
He trusted his judgment when investing his winnings.
Anecdotal
Based on personal accounts rather than facts or research.
Anecdotal evidence suggests many winners lose their money quickly.
Her stories are interesting but anecdotal.
Declare
To formally state or announce something, especially a legal or official statement.
Many winners declare bankruptcy within a few years of their win.
The company declared its profits for the quarter.
Go bankrupt
To become insolvent or unable to pay debts, often resulting in legal bankruptcy.
Some lottery winners go bankrupt within a few years of winning.
Poor financial choices can cause individuals to go bankrupt.