Deck 8 Flashcards
What is the primary meaning of ‘unfathomable’?
Impossible to understand or comprehend.
List three synonyms for ‘unfathomable’.
- Incomprehensible
- Inscrutable
- Unknowable
What is the primary meaning of ‘unprecedented’?
Never done or known before; unparalleled.
List three synonyms for ‘unprecedented’.
- Unmatched
- Extraordinary
- Unique
What is the primary meaning of ‘wanting’?
Lacking in a particular quality or element; deficient.
List three synonyms for ‘wanting’.
- Deficient
- Inadequate
- Insufficient
What is the primary meaning of ‘anoint’?
To rub or smear with oil or other substances as part of a religious ritual or ceremony.
Secondary Meaning
To choose or designate someone for a particular position or honor.
List three synonyms for ‘anoint’.
- Consecrate
- Bless
- Appoint
What is the primary meaning of ‘ebullient’?
Overflowing with enthusiasm, excitement, or energy.
List three synonyms for ‘ebullient’.
- Enthusiastic
- Exuberant
- Lively
What is the primary meaning of ‘scuffle’?
A short, confused fight or struggle.
List three synonyms for ‘scuffle’.
- Brawl
- Altercation
- Tussle
What is the primary meaning of ‘replenish’?
To fill or make something full again, especially after it has been depleted or used up.
List three synonyms for ‘replenish’.
- Refill
- Restock
- Renew
What is the primary meaning of ‘balloon’?
A large, inflatable bag often used for decoration, transport, or scientific experiments.
List three synonyms for ‘balloon’.
- Inflatable
- Airship
- Expand
What is the primary meaning of ‘cavalier’?
Showing a lack of concern or indifference, often in a haughty or arrogant manner.
List three synonyms for ‘cavalier’.
- Careless
- Dismissive
- Arrogant
What is the primary meaning of ‘buoyancy’?
The ability to float in a liquid or rise in a fluid.
List three synonyms for ‘buoyancy’ in a physical context.
- Floating ability
- Buoyant force
- Flotation
What is the primary meaning of ‘bawdy’?
Humorously indecent or lewd in a way that is often seen as inappropriate.
List three synonyms for ‘bawdy’.
- Raunchy
- Indecent
- Vulgar
What is the primary meaning of ‘grumble’?
To complain or express dissatisfaction in a low, rumbling manner.
List three synonyms for ‘grumble’.
- Complain
- Murmur
- Gripe
What is the primary meaning of ‘endemic’?
Native or restricted to a particular geographic area, population, or environment.
List three synonyms for ‘endemic’.
- Native
- Indigenous
- Local
What is the primary meaning of ‘flustered’?
Agitated, confused, or flustered state of mind.
List three synonyms for ‘flustered’.
- Agitated
- Confused
- Nervous
What is the primary meaning of ‘presage’?
A sign or warning of a future event; to predict or foretell.
List three synonyms for ‘presage’.
- Omen
- Forewarning
- Prediction
What is the primary meaning of ‘impulsive’?
Acting on sudden desires, instincts, or without careful thought.
List three synonyms for ‘impulsive’.
- Spontaneous
- Hasty
- Rash
What is the primary meaning of ‘detrimental’?
Tending to cause harm or damage; harmful.
List three synonyms for ‘detrimental’.
- Harmful
- Damaging
- Adverse
What is the primary meaning of ‘insolent’?
Showing a rude and arrogant lack of respect.
List three synonyms for ‘insolent’.
- Rude
- Disrespectful
- Impudent
What is the primary meaning of ‘tangent’?
A completely different line of thought or action that departs from the main subject.
List three synonyms for ‘tangent’.
- Digression
- Diversion
- Deviation
What is the primary meaning of ‘deify’?
To treat someone or something as a god or with extreme admiration and reverence.
List three synonyms for ‘deify’.
- Worship
- Idolize
- Reverence
What is the primary meaning of ‘capitulate’?
To surrender or give in to an opponent or a demand, typically after a period of resistance.
Provide a contextual usage of ‘capitulate’.
‘The army had to capitulate to the enemy forces after a long siege.’
List three synonyms for ‘capitulate’.
- Surrender
- Yield
- Submit
What is the primary meaning of ‘engender’?
To cause or give rise to a feeling, situation, or condition.
Provide a contextual usage of ‘engender’.
‘His actions will likely engender a sense of trust among his colleagues.’
List three synonyms for ‘engender’.
- Generate
- Create
- Foster
What is the primary meaning of ‘audacious’?
Showing a willingness to take bold risks; daring or fearless.
Provide a contextual usage of ‘audacious’.
‘Her audacious plan to climb the mountain without a guide was both impressive and risky.’
List three synonyms for ‘audacious’.
- Bold
- Daring
- Fearless
What is the primary meaning of ‘compel’?
To force or persuade someone to do something through pressure, necessity, or coercion.
Provide a contextual usage of ‘compel’.
‘The evidence was compelling, and the jury had no choice but to convict the defendant.’
List three synonyms for ‘compel’.
- Force
- Oblige
- Coerce
What is the primary meaning of ‘pertinacious’?
Holding firmly to a belief or opinion; persistent or stubborn.
Provide a contextual usage of ‘pertinacious’.
‘Despite facing numerous setbacks, her pertinacious pursuit of her goals eventually paid off.’
List three synonyms for ‘pertinacious’.
- Persistent
- Tenacious
- Stubborn
What is the primary meaning of ‘prognosis’?
A forecast or prediction, especially related to the course of a disease or condition.
Provide a contextual usage of ‘prognosis’.
‘The doctor provided a positive prognosis for the patient’s recovery.’
List three synonyms for ‘prognosis’.
- Forecast
- Prediction
- Outlook
What is the primary meaning of ‘mollify’?
To calm or soothe someone’s anger or anxiety; to make someone less hostile.
Provide a contextual usage of ‘mollify’.
‘She tried to mollify the upset customer by offering a refund.’
List three synonyms for ‘mollify’.
- Pacify
- Soothe
- Appease
What is the primary meaning of ‘devolve’?
To transfer or delegate responsibilities, authority, or power to a lower level or another person.
Provide a contextual usage of ‘devolve’.
‘The manager decided to devolve some of his tasks to his assistant to lighten his workload.’
List three synonyms for ‘devolve’.
- Transfer
- Delegate
- Entrust
What is the primary meaning of ‘devious’?
Showing a tendency to be deceitful, dishonest, or cunning in order to achieve one’s goals.
Provide a contextual usage of ‘devious’.
‘His devious tactics in the business negotiation raised suspicions among his competitors.’
List three synonyms for ‘devious’.
- Cunning
- Sneaky
- Crafty
What is the primary meaning of ‘congenial’?
Pleasant, friendly, or agreeable in nature or character.
Provide a contextual usage of ‘congenial’ in a primary context.
‘She found the new colleagues to be congenial and easy to get along with.’
Provide a contextual usage of ‘congenial’ in a secondary context.
‘The restaurant’s atmosphere was congenial for a romantic dinner.’
List three synonyms for ‘congenial’ in a primary context.
- Friendly
- Pleasant
- Amiable
What is the primary meaning of ‘bromide’?
A trite, commonplace, or unoriginal statement or idea.
Provide a contextual usage of ‘bromide’.
‘His speech was filled with tired bromides that failed to inspire the audience.’
List three synonyms for ‘bromide’.
- Cliché
- Platitude
- Truism
What is the primary meaning of ‘adulterate’?
To make something impure or of lower quality by adding inferior or foreign substances.
Provide a contextual usage of ‘adulterate’.
‘Some companies adulterate their products by diluting them with cheap ingredients.’
List three synonyms for ‘adulterate’.
- Contaminate
- Taint
- Pollute
What is the primary meaning of ‘fabricate’?
To invent or create something, typically with the intention to deceive or mislead.
Provide a contextual usage of ‘fabricate’ in a deceptive context.
‘He had to fabricate an excuse for his absence from work.’
Provide a contextual usage of ‘fabricate’ in a constructive context.
‘The factory fabricates thousands of cars each month.’
List three synonyms for ‘fabricate’ in a deceptive context.
- Invent
- Falsify
- Forge
What is the primary meaning of ‘flagrant’?
Extremely or shockingly noticeable or evident; glaringly bad or obvious.
Provide a contextual usage of ‘flagrant’.
‘His flagrant disregard for the rules resulted in his immediate expulsion from the tournament.’
List three synonyms for ‘flagrant’.
- Blatant
- Glaring
- Egregious
What is the primary meaning of ‘exotic’?
Unusual, foreign, or strikingly different from what is familiar.
Provide a contextual usage of ‘exotic’.
‘She loved to travel and experience exotic cultures and cuisines.’
List three synonyms for ‘exotic’.
- Unusual
- Foreign
- Unique
What is the primary meaning of ‘virtuosity’?
Exceptional skill, talent, or proficiency in a particular art, craft, or field.
Provide a contextual usage of ‘virtuosity’.
‘His virtuosity on the piano left the audience in awe.’
List three synonyms for ‘virtuosity’.
- Mastery
- Excellence
- Skill
What is the primary meaning of ‘dictum’?
A formal or authoritative statement or pronouncement.
Provide a contextual usage of ‘dictum’.
‘The judge’s dictum set a legal precedent for future cases.’
List three synonyms for ‘dictum’.
- Pronouncement
- Declaration
- Edict
What is the primary meaning of ‘disentangle’?
To free something or someone from being entangled or caught in a complex or confusing situation.
Provide a contextual usage of ‘disentangle’.
‘She had to disentangle herself from the web of lies she had spun.’
List three synonyms for ‘disentangle’.
- Untangle
- Unravel
- Extricate
What is the primary meaning of ‘figurative’?
Using words or expressions in a non-literal or metaphorical way.
Provide a contextual usage of ‘figurative’.
‘The author often used figurative language to convey deeper meanings in her poems.’
List three synonyms for ‘figurative’.
- Metaphorical
- Symbolic
- Allegorical
What is the primary meaning of ‘tarnish’?
To dull or discolor the surface of metal, often as a result of exposure to air or moisture.
Provide a contextual usage of ‘tarnish’ in a physical context.
‘The silverware had tarnished over the years and lost its shine.’
Provide a contextual usage of ‘tarnish’ in a reputational context.
‘A single scandal can tarnish a politician’s career.’
List three synonyms for ‘tarnish’ in a physical context.
- Sully
- Besmirch
- Stain
What is the primary meaning of ‘pithy’?
Brief and to the point, concise but full of meaning or substance.
Provide a contextual usage of ‘pithy’.
‘She gave a pithy summary of the complex topic in just a few sentences.’
List three synonyms for ‘pithy’.
- Concise
- Succinct
- Brief
What is the primary meaning of ‘overreaching’?
To exceed or go beyond reasonable limits or boundaries.
Provide a contextual usage of ‘overreaching’.
‘His overreaching ambition led him to take on too many projects at once.’
List three synonyms for ‘overreaching’.
- Exceeding
- Overextending
- Overstepping
What is the primary meaning of ‘caricature’?
A picture, description, or imitation of a person or thing in which certain characteristics or features are exaggerated for comic or satirical effect.
Provide a contextual usage of ‘caricature’.
‘The political cartoonist created a caricature of the candidate, highlighting his exaggerated features.’
List three synonyms for ‘caricature’.
- Cartoon
- Mockery
- Parody
What is the primary meaning of ‘parochial’?
Having a narrow outlook or limited perspective, often related to one’s own local or small community.
Provide a contextual usage of ‘parochial’.
‘His parochial mindset prevented him from appreciating the diversity of the world.’
Provide a contextual usage of ‘parochial’ in a secondary context.
‘The parochial school served the needs of the local community.’
List three synonyms for ‘parochial’.
- Narrow-minded
- Small-minded
- Local
What is the primary meaning of ‘parochial’?
Having a narrow outlook or limited perspective, often related to one’s own local or small community.
Secondary meaning relates to a parish or church district.
Provide a contextual usage of ‘parochial’ in a sentence.
‘His parochial mindset prevented him from appreciating the diversity of the world.’
List synonyms for ‘parochial’.
- narrow-minded
- small-minded
- provincial
- insular
- narrow
What is the primary meaning of ‘intertwined’?
Twisted or woven together; connected or closely associated.
Contextual usage: ‘Their lives had become so intertwined that it was hard to separate them.’
List synonyms for ‘intertwined’.
- interconnected
- interwoven
- interlinked
- interlocked
- entwined
What is the primary meaning of ‘bridle’?
To restrain or control something, typically an impulse, emotion, or behavior.
Secondary meaning: A headgear with which a horse is controlled, consisting of a bit and reins.
Provide a contextual usage of ‘bridle’ in a sentence.
‘He tried to bridle his anger and respond calmly.’
List synonyms for ‘bridle’.
- curb
- restrain
- hold back
- bite back
- control
What is the primary meaning of ‘immutable’?
Unchanging over time; not capable of being altered or modified.
Provide a contextual usage of ‘immutable’ in a sentence.
‘The laws of physics are immutable and apply consistently throughout the universe.’
List synonyms for ‘immutable’.
- unchanging
- invariable
- constant
- fixed
- permanent
What is the primary meaning of ‘enamor’?
To be filled with love or admiration for someone or something.
Provide a contextual usage of ‘enamor’ in a sentence.
‘He became enamored with her from the moment they met.’
List synonyms for ‘enamor’.
- infatuate
- fascinate
- adore
- cherish
- captivate
What is the primary meaning of ‘suspect’?
To believe or have reason to believe that someone may have committed a crime or done something wrong.
Provide a contextual usage of ‘suspect’ in a sentence.
‘The detective began to suspect the neighbor’s involvement in the burglary.’
What is the secondary meaning of ‘suspect’?
A person who is believed to be involved in a crime or wrongdoing.
Provide a contextual usage of ‘suspect’ in its secondary meaning.
‘The suspect was arrested and taken in for questioning.’
What is the primary meaning of ‘divorce’?
To legally end a marriage by obtaining a divorce decree.
What is the secondary meaning of ‘divorce’?
Separated or disconnected from something; not related or associated.
Provide a contextual usage of ‘divorce’ in its primary meaning.
‘After years of unhappiness, they decided to get divorced.’
Provide a contextual usage of ‘divorce’ in its secondary meaning.
‘His ideas were divorced from reality and lacked practicality.’
List synonyms for ‘divorce’.
- disunite
- sever
- disjoin
- detach
- isolate
