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warden
keeper; guard; person in charge of a prison
` occupation; business; profession; trade
VOCATION
husband or wife
SPOUSE
REJECT
refuse to take, use, believe, consider, grant, etc.
an offender; criminal; behind time
DELINQUENT
JUST CONDUCT; FAIR DEALING
JUSTICE
take away from by force
DEPRIVE
ACKNOWLEDGE
ADMIT TO BE TRUE
UNSTABLE
not firmly fixed; easily moved or overthrown
PENALIZE
declare punishable by law or rule; set a penalty for
person who receives benefit
beneficiary `
a killing of one human being by another; murder
HOMICIDE
PRECAUTION
measures taken beforehand; foresight
EXHIBIT
display; show
PRIOR
COMING BEFORE/EARLIER
go on after having stopped; move forward
PROCEED
reasonable; reasonably expected
LOGICAL
FORBID
order someone not to do something; make a rule against
seldom; not often
RARELY
REPTILE
a cold blooded animal that creeps or crawls; snakes, lizards, turtles, alligators, and crocodiles
EXTRACT
pull out or draw out, usually with some effort
not complete; not total
PARTIAL
VALLANT
BRAVE; COURAGEOUS
HUG ONE ANOTHER; A HUG
EMBRACE
think about in order to decide
CONSIDER
show scorn or contempt by looks or words; a scornful look or remark
SNEER
savage; wild
FIERCE
give courage to; increase the confidence of
ENCOURAGE
dislike very much; hate
DETEST
SCOWL
look angry by lowering the eyebrows; frown
small animals that are troublesome or destructive; fleas, bedbugs, lice, rats, and mice are vermin
VERMIN
a small amount; little bit; something of little value
TRIFLE
something that stands for or represents something else
SYMBOL
the right to command or enforce obedience; power delegated to another; an author or volume that may be appealed to in support of an action or belief
authority
neutral
on neither side of a quarrel or waR
cry loud and long because of grief or pain
WAIL
Demand
- [verb] to ask for something forcefully, claiming a right to it or expressing a need for it. Example: She demanded a refund for the faulty product she purchased.
- [noun] the desire or need for something, accompanied by the willingness to pay for it. Example: There is a high demand for organic food in the market
OFFHAND
- [adverb] without previous thought or preparation; casually or spontaneously. Example: He answered the question offhand without consulting any references.
- [adjective] showing a casual or indifferent attitude; lacking consideration or thought. Example: Her offhand remarks offended some of the audience members
Impartial:
- [adjective] treating all people and groups equally and without bias or favoritism. Example: The judge was praised for being impartial and delivering fair judgments.
- [adjective] not influenced by personal feelings, opinions, or prejudices. Example: The journalist strived to provide impartial reporting on the political situation
Doubt`
- [verb] to feel uncertain or unsure about something or someone. Example: I doubt whether he will arrive on time for the meeting.
- [noun] a feeling of uncertainty or lack of conviction about something. Example: Despite her achievements, she always had a nagging doubt about her abilities.
Speculate
Speculate: 1. [verb] to consider or discuss something based on incomplete information or uncertain evidence. Example: The journalists speculated about the outcome of the election based on early poll results.
- [verb] to engage in investment or financial trading with the hope of making a profit but with a risk of loss. Example: Some investors speculate on the stock market to earn quick profits
Straightforward
- Straightforward refers to something that is simple, clear, and easy to understand or follow. Example: The instructions for assembling the furniture were straightforward, and I had no trouble putting it together.
- Straightforward can also describe a person who is direct and honest in their behavior or communication. Example: I appreciate her straightforward approach to problem-solving
Discernible
- If something is discernible, it can be perceived, recognized, or understood, usually with some effort or careful observation. Example: Despite the poor lighting, there was a discernible outline of a figure in the distance.
- Discernible can also mean clear or distinguishable. Example: The difference in quality between the two products was discernible even to the untrained eye
Fabricate
- [verb] to invent or create something, typically with deceitful intent. Example: The witness admitted to fabricating the story to protect the real culprit.
- [verb] to construct or manufacture something using various materials.
Eclipse
- [noun] an event in which one celestial object passes in front of another, blocking its light. Example: The solar eclipse was a spectacular sight that drew crowds of spectators.
- [verb] to overshadow or surpass something or someone in importance or fame. Example: The new superstar quickly eclipsed the achievements of the previous record holder
Circumvent:
- [verb] to find a way to avoid or bypass something, especially a rule or restriction. Example: They found a loophole to circumvent the tax regulations.
- [verb] to overcome or defeat an obstacle or difficulty cleverly. Example: The athlete’s agility helped her circumvent the opponent’s defense.
Mandatory
- [adjective] required by law or rules; obligatory. Example: Wearing a seatbelt is mandatory while driving a car.
- [adjective] necessary or essential. Example: Attendance at the meeting is mandatory for all employees
Inconclusive
- If something is inconclusive, it does not provide a definite or decisive result or outcome. Example: The experiment yielded inconclusive results, requiring further investigation.
- Inconclusive can also mean not leading to a resolution or decision. Example: The meeting ended inconclusively, with no consensus reached among the participants.
Unbiased
- Unbiased means not having any preconceived opinions, preferences, or prejudices, and being fair and impartial. Example: The journalist reported the news in an unbiased manner, presenting multiple perspectives.
- Unbiased can also refer to something that is not influenced by personal feelings or external factors.
the process of coordinating or aligning different elements or activities to occur simultaneously or in a coordinated manner
Synchronization
the quality or state of being moderate, balanced, or within reasonable limits.
MODERATION
a state of inactivity or dormancy in animals, during which their metabolic rate slows down to conserve energy, typically during winter months
HIBERNATION
To refuse to accept or support something, or to state that something is not true
To refuse to be connected with or to accept responsibility for something
Repudiate
To announce something publicly or officially, especially something important
To state or declare something in a firm and emphatic manner
PROCLAIM
To predict or prophesy future events or outcomes
FORETELL
To publicly withdraw or take back a previously held belief, statement, or opinion, especially under pressure
RECANT
Not able to be predicted or anticipated; uncertain or erratic in behavior or outcome
unpredictable
To entrust or assign responsibility, authority, or power to another person or group
Delegate
To form or constitute something by combining various elements or parts
To create or write a piece of music, literature, or poetry
compose
To explain or understand the meaning of something, often through analysis or translation
interpret
Catastrophic
Involving or causing great damage, suffering, or destruction
Difficult to find, achieve, or capture due to being cleverly or evasively deceptive
elusive
To publicly or formally give up a claim, belief, or right.
renounce
To admit or acknowledge something is true or valid after initially denying or resisting it.
concede
To prove a statement, argument, or theory to be false or incorrect by providing evidence or logical reasoning
refute
waive
To voluntarily relinquish or give up a right, claim, or privilege.
About to happen or occur very soon, typically referring to something significant or important.
imminent
Sudden and unexpected, often involving an immediate change or shift.
abrupt
Replicable
Capable of being replicated or reproduced; able to be repeated or copied.
predetermined
Decided or established in advance; prearranged or predestined.
Representative of
Typical or characteristic of a particular group, organization, or category
In agreement or harmony with something; conforming to or matching.
consistent with
Existing but not yet developed, visible, apparent, or active
latent
Having the power to produce an effect or intended result.
A person who works for an organization, especially in an undercover or secret capacity.
operative
Overshadowed by
- To cast a shadow over something, making it appear less significant, important, or prominent. Example: The success of the younger sibling often overshadowed the achievements of the older one.
- To be outshone or surpassed by someone or something else. Example: The actress’s performance was overshadowed by the spectacular special effects in the film.
Nuanced
- Having subtle differences or variations; characterized by delicate distinctions. Example: The professor’s nuanced analysis of the historical event shed light on the complex factors that influenced its outcome.
- Showing or requiring careful consideration; subtle or refined. Example: The artist’s nuanced brushstrokes brought out the intricate details of the painting, demonstrating her skill and attention to the smallest elements.
Disorienting
- (adjective) Causing confusion, disorientation, or a loss of sense of direction. Example: The disorienting maze of narrow streets made it difficult to navigate through the old town.
- (verb) Present participle of “disorient,” meaning to confuse or cause someone to lose their bearings. Example: The rotating room in the amusement park disoriented the riders as they struggled to find their balance.
. Thin, weak, or flimsy; lacking substance or strength
Tenuous
. Not connected or applicable to the matter at hand; not relevant.
irrelevant
Existing or happening over a large area or among many people
widespread
