Group 1

Question 1

Aberrant

Answer 1

deviating from the norm (noun form: aberration)

Meaning:
Something that strays significantly from the expected path or norm, often in a problematic or extreme way.

Tone: Stronger than “abnormal” and usually implies something is wrong or not acceptable.

Example: “His aberrant behavior, like suddenly shouting in a quiet office, worried his coworkers.”

Key Idea: More than just different—off-course, extreme, or unnatural.

Example:

1. His aberrant behavior at the meeting surprised everyone.”
2. “Wearing a Halloween costume in July is quite aberrant.”
3. Gosnell’s murders are not an aberrant abuse of the abortion license but an inevitable result of it.

Memorize:
A” + “berrant” → Think of “A bear ran” in an unusual way (e.g., a bear running on two legs instead of four.

Abe Santo rant in public is aberrant .

Root:
Aberrare” → “ab” (away) + “errare” (to stray or wander).

Think of “aberrant” as “wandering away from what is normal

Question 2

abscond (verb)

Answer 2

to leave secretly and hide, often to avoid capture or punishment.

Meaning: To leave secretly, often to avoid arrest or legal responsibilities.

Typically negative, associated with avoiding legal consequences or obligations.

Example: “The accountant absconded with the company’s funds.”

Usage: Commonly used in legal contexts to describe someone evading law enforcement or obligations.

The judge said Assange ‘has an incentive to abscond’ before the U.S. appeals her extradition decision

Latin Root: “abs-” (away) + “condere” (to hide).

Meaning: Running away and hiding!

Abscond implies a secretive departure to avoid legal consequences.

Think of “Absent + Scoundrel” → A scoundrel (bad person) who suddenly disappears.

Question 3

Alacrity

Answer 3

eager and enthusiastic willingness

Missing is absence of moral compass in the woke crowd, easy lability to follow whatever sounds good, alacrity to lay blame…

Let’s hope Montana’s house passes the bill with alacrity and governor signs it.

Break down “alacrity” into “A lack of a city”. Imagine that due to the absence of city distractions, people are eager and cheerful about engaging in activities in the countryside

Associate “alacrity” with “electricity”. Think of someone responding to a task with the speed and energy of electricity, symbolizing their eager readiness.

When to Use “Alacrity”:
Accepting Invitations or Offers:

“She accepted the job offer with alacrity, eager to start her new role.”
• Responding to Tasks or Requests:
• “The team tackled the new project with alacrity, demonstrating their commitment.”

Engaging in Activities:

“Children approached the game with alacrity, excited to play.”

Alacrity” is often preceded by verbs like “with” to describe the manner of an action.

It conveys a positive tone, highlighting enthusiasm and promptness

Question 4

anomaly (noun)

Answer 4

deviation from the normal order, form, or rule; abnormality (adj. form: anomalous)

Question 5

approbation (noun)

Answer 5

an expression of approval or praise

official approval or praise

Approbation:
Definition: Refers to formal approval or high praise.

Formality: High; often used in formal or official contexts.
Connotation: Implies strong admiration or commendation.

Example: “The artist’s new exhibition received approbation from critics worldwide

Break down “approbation” into “appro-” and ”-bation”.

Think of “approval after probation”.

Imagine someone completing a probation period at work and receiving official approval or prais

Question 6

audacious (adj.)

Answer 6

daring and fearless; recklessly bold (noun form: audacity)