K12-Vocabulary Flashcards
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ponder
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think about (something) carefully, especially before making a decision or reaching a conclusion.
Take a few minutes and ponder the question before you jump to a conclusion.
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investigate
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Carry out a systematic or formal inquiry to discover and examine the facts of (an incident, allegation, etc.) so as to establish the truth.
Police are continuing to investigate while a search for the body is underway.
Later she discovered that Alice had made the call when she went to investigate why Lori’s car was there.
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squirm
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Wriggle or twist the body from side to side, especially as a result of nervousness or discomfort.
His arms tightened around her as she tried to squirm away.
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analyze
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Examine methodically and in detail the constitution or structure of (something, especially information), typically for purposes of explanation and interpretation
I really don’t know what sort of girl she is; I can’t analyze her at all.
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classify
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Arrange (a group of people or things) in classes or categories according to shared qualities or characteristics.
He is difficult to classify.
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drowsy
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Sleepy and lethargic; half asleep.
His warmth made her drowsy and comfortable, and she liked the feeling.
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flock
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A number of birds of one kind feeding, resting or traveling together.
The men hurried down and soon saw that the flock was a large one.
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ambition
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A strong desire to do or to achieve something, typically requiring determination and hard work.
My ambition is far different than yours.
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digest
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Break down (food) in the alimentary canal into substances that can be absorbed and used by the body.
Hubris was a fatal flaw of many ancient heroes.
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flutter
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(of a bird or other winged creature) fly unsteadily or hover by flapping the wings quickly and lightly.
Gabriel made her heart flutter
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frail
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(of a person) weak and delicate.
Daniel was a frail but clever child, and his family made great sacrifices to give him and his elder brother Ezekiel a good education
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gradual
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Taking place or progressing slowly or by degrees.
your grades are gradual down a lot
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imitate
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Take or follow as a model.
Ilyin tried to imitate Rostov in everything and adored him as a girl might have done.
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marsh
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An area of low-lying land which is flooded in wet seasons or at high tide, and typically remains waterlogged at all times.
Kyaukpyu contains numerous “mud volcanoes,” from which marsh gas is frequently discharged, with occasional issue of flame.
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misery
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A state or feeling of great distress or discomfort of mind or body.
Alex would make the misery go away.
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mural
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A painting or other work of art executed directly on a wall.
A painting or other work of art executed directly on a wall.
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mystify
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Utterly bewilder or perplex (someone).
Autism affects approximately 1 in 500 children in the United States, and this disorder continues to mystify researchers, scientists, and doctors.
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occur
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Happen; take place.
I hope it will not occur to her to count the hairs of her head.
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ordeal
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A painful or horrific experience, especially a protracted one.
This must have been quite an ordeal for her.
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prior
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Existing or coming before in time, order, or importance.
I’d witnessed his reaction the prior night.
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privilege
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A special right, advantage, or immunity granted or available only to a particular person or group.
It did not turn his mill, and it was no privilege to him to behold it.
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resident
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A person who lives somewhere permanently or on a long-term basis.
She is a resident at his house.
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revive
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Restore to life or consciousness.
She’d never thought he meant she’d literally help revive the planet.
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significant
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Sufficiently great or important to be worthy of attention; noteworthy.
What’s so significant about being his mate?
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steer
(of a person) guide or control the movement of (a vehicle, vessel, or aircraft), for example by turning a wheel or operating a rudder.
He'd watched Sean subtly steer people away from it.
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swift
Happening quickly or promptly
Her answer came swift and certain.
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theory
A supposition or a system of ideas intended to explain something, especially one based on general principles independent of the thing to be explained.
The findings are discussed in the context of a competing theory.
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triumph
A great victory or achievement.
Our spectacular triumph was the return of an infant from a small Texas hospital.
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various
More than one; several.
She said nothing, barely nodding in response to the various greetings.
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academic
Relating to education and scholarship.
Quinn is our age but he jumped two school grades on academic excellence.
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accuracy
The quality or state of being correct or precise.
Proving their accuracy is up to the authorities.
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annual
Occurring once every year.
I miss their annual calendar.
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apparent
Clearly visible or understood; obvious
It was apparent by the look on Jackson's face.
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arena
A level area surrounded by seats for spectators, in which sports, entertainments, and other public events are held.
Beyond them was a crude wooden floored arena hedged by rows of shouting people.
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ascend
Go up or climb
In seasons of high rainfall, the river can ascend 50 meters.
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assess
Evaluate or estimate the nature, ability, or quality of.
She tried to assess how many there might be.
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assist
Help (someone), typically by doing a share of the work.
She had the sudden urge to assist him.
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assume
Suppose to be the case, without proof.
Pete will assume I can take care of you.
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assumption
A thing that is accepted as true or as certain to happen, without proof.
I'm sorry I jumped to that assumption wrongly.
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attentive
Paying close attention to something.
He was attentive and understanding.
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chamber
A large room used for formal or public events
Do you remember the chamber where you were earlier?
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carefree
Free from anxiety or responsibility.
What they needed was a smiling and carefree face.
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blend
Mix (a substance) with another substance so that they combine together.
He'd never blend into the shadows again.
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captivity
The condition of being imprisoned or confined.
Of course, in captivity animals might not act the same way they did in the wild.
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baggage
personal belongings packed in suitcases for traveling; luggage.
They possess many horses, but when journeying place their baggage on their oxen.
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circular
Having the form of a circle.
The rubber is circular in section, and about 2 in.
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coax
Coaxial cable.
I couldn't coax her or compromise with her.
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column
An upright pillar, typically cylindrical and made of stone or concrete, supporting an entablature, arch, or other structure or standing alone as a monument.
The head of the column had already descended into the hollow.
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considerable
Notably large in size, amount, or extent.
His notepad was ever-present and he spent a considerable amount of time on the phone.
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consistently
In every case or on every occasion; invariably.
The same principle was consistently applied in his university teaching.
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contradict
Deny the truth of (a statement) by asserting the opposite.
No one dared to contradict him, so he brought in anyone he knew.
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contribute
Give (something, especially money) in order to help achieve or provide something.
The volunteers contributed their time towards cleaning up the city.
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currently
At the present time.
This is currently my favorite red car.
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destructive
Causing great and irreparable harm or damage.
It is the most destructive storm in 20 years.
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disclose
Make (secret or new information) known.
last moments he refused under torture to disclose his father's hiding-place.
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dispute
A disagreement, argument, or debate.
His theories are open to dispute
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distinguish
Recognize or treat (someone or something) as different.
I have trouble distinguishing between the two of them. I have trouble distinguishing the difference between the two of them.
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distress
Extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain.
Her distress was rising with their tension.
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dusk
The darker stage of twilight
The sun had set, and dusk settled over the ocean
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effective
Successful in producing a desired or intended result.
Antibiotics are effective to cure throat infections.
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essential
Absolutely necessary; extremely important.
Careful preparation for the exam is essential.
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exaggerate
Represent (something) as being larger, better, or worse than it really is.
The book exaggerates the difficulties he faced in starting his career.
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frantic
Wild or distraught with fear, anxiety, or other emotion.
She controlled her breathing to keep her frantic emotions from consuming her.
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frontier
A line or border separating two countries.
the frontier between Canada and the U.S. They were sent on an expedition to explore the western frontier.
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generosity
The quality of being kind and generous.
I thanked him for his generosity and donated a hundred-dollar bill to his mission.
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hail
pellets of frozen rain which fall in showers from cumulonimbus clouds.
dropped to the sand as a hail of bullets whistled above her head.
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hardship
Severe suffering or privation.
He had suffered through considerable hardship.
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heroic
Having the characteristics of a hero or heroine; very brave.
He takes the field himself and performs many heroic deeds until he is wounded and forced to withdraw to his tent.
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influence
The capacity to have an effect on the character, development, or behavior of someone or something, or the effect itself.
I'm a bad influence on you.
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informative
Providing useful or interesting information.
The program is informative as well as interesting.
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manufacture
Make (something) on a large scale using machinery.
Plants use the sun's light to manufacture their food.
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maximize
Make as large or great as possible.
I rearranged the furniture to maximize the space in my small apartment.
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minimize
Reduce (something, especially something unwanted or unpleasant) to the smallest possible amount or degree.
We need to minimize the chance of error.
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mistrust
Be suspicious of; have no confidence in.
I apologize again for my mistrust.
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modest
Unassuming or moderate in the estimation of one's abilities or achievements.
She was modest about her accomplishments even though she had a lot to be proud of after the dance competition season.
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modify
Make partial or minor changes to (something), typically so as to improve it or to make it less extreme.
He modified the recipe by using oil instead of butter.
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noble
Belonging to a hereditary class with high social or political status; aristocratic.
He died for a noble cause.
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orchard
A piece of land planted with fruit trees.
No one was in the orchard but her.
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outstanding
Exceptionally good.
You did an outstanding job on the project.
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peculiar
Strange or odd; unusual.
The dog's peculiar behavior worried them
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peer
A member of the nobility in Britain or Ireland, comprising the ranks of duke, marquess, earl, viscount, and baron.
Peer pressure is strong among young people
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permit
Give authorization or consent to (someone) to do something.
The regulations do not permit much flexibility.
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plead
Make an emotional appeal.
She couldn't afford a lawyer to plead her case.
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plentiful
Existing in or yielding great quantities; abundant.
Fish are plentiful in the lake.
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portion
A part of a whole.
This portion is for you.
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presume
suppose that something is the case on the basis of probability.
“Is she still at work?” “I presume so since she's not home.”
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production
The action of making or manufacturing from components or raw materials, or the process of being so manufactured.
The production in this factory is spiral.Jul 16, 2016
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queasy
Nauseated; feeling sick.
The boat ride made me a little queasy.
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reduce
Make smaller or less in amount, degree, or size.
"I want to reduce my cholesterol."
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shabby
In poor condition through long or hard use or lack of care.
The furniture was old and shabby.
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significance
The quality of being worthy of attention; importance.
His age is of little significance.
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sole
The undersurface of a person's foot.
She was the sole survivor of the tragedy.
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sturdy
(of a person or their body) strongly and solidly built.
Her attitude is one of sturdy adherence to the old paths of evangelical doctrine and Presbyterian polity.
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tragically
In a way that involves or causes extreme distress or sorrow.
Tragically, his wife was killed in a car accident.
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typically
In most cases; usually.
Inventions typically involve minor improvements in technology.
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utility
Make practical and effective use of.
He argued that the arts have great social utility.
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vacant
(of premises) having no fixtures, furniture, or inhabitants; empty.
These lockers are all vacant.
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valiant
Possessing or showing courage or determination.
Adjective She died last year after a valiant battle with cancer.
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variety
The quality or state of being different or diverse; the absence of uniformity, sameness, or monotony.
"The paint store has a large variety of paint colors."
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vastly
To a very great extent; immensely.
Death was considered vastly preferable to dishonour.
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venture
A risky or daring journey or undertaking.
to offer at the risk of being criticized She wouldn't venture an opinion.
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weary
Feeling or showing tiredness, especially as a result of excessive exertion or lack of sleep.
We were all weary of waiting for you.
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abdicate
(of a monarch) renounce one's throne.
He agreed to abdicate and retire in favor of the next in line for the throne.
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abolish
Formally put an end to (a system, practice, or institution).
He wished to control, not to abolish them.
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absurd
Wildly unreasonable, illogical, or inappropriate.
I'm curious, and it's absurd I'm not allowed to talk to anyone!
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accelerate
(of a vehicle or other physical object) begin to move more quickly.
The plane accelerated down the runway.
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accommodate
(of physical space, especially a building) provide lodging or sufficient space for.
The ceilings were too low to accommodate his terrific height.
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accurate
(of information, measurements, statistics, etc.) correct in all details; exact.
She gave an accurate account of the case.
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accustom
Make (someone or something) accept something as normal or usual.
It'll take time for me to accustom myself to the changes.
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afflict
(of a problem or illness) cause pain or suffering to; affect or trouble.
He attributes all the evils that afflict society to the pressure of competition, whereby the weaker are driven to the wall.
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agony
Extreme physical or mental suffering.
The agony was gone, replaced by sudden strength and energy.
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alternate
Occur in turn repeatedly.
Adjective Alternate shades of wood formed a pattern around the window.
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ample
Enough or more than enough; plentiful.
You'll have ample time for questions later.
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antagonist
A person who actively opposes or is hostile to someone or something; an adversary.
He serves as the main antagonist of the film.
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antonym
A word opposite in meaning to another (e.g. bad and good ).
Two antonyms of 'light' are 'dark' and 'heavy'.
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approximate
Close to the actual, but not completely accurate or exact.
The approximate time is three o'clock.
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aroma
A distinctive, typically pleasant smell.
The room smelled of over-cleaning with an underlying aroma of cigarette smoke.
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ascend
Go up or climb.
They watched their balloons slowly ascend into the sky.
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exact
Not approximated in any way; precise.
The exact distance is 1.838 meters.
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evacuate
Remove (someone) from a place of danger to a safer place.
children were evacuated from London to the country.
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assemble
(of people) gather together in one place for a common purpose.
The building block set took over four hours to assemble.
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assign
Allocate (a job or duty).
"Fine. I'll assign him something to do," Damian said.
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associate
Connect (someone or something) with something else in one's mind.
She associates herself with some pretty strange people.
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assume
Suppose to be the case, without proof.
Pete will assume I can take care of you.
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astound
Shock or greatly surprised.
Kate Spade, a Kansas City, Missouri native, continues to astound the fashion world with her keen sense of style and unique apparel and accessory items.
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avalanche
A mass of snow, ice, and rocks falling rapidly down a mountainside.
Dodging a caprine avalanche, she joined Alex again.
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banquet
An elaborate and formal meal for many people.
She fled the banquet hall for the library.
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barren
(of land) too poor to produce much or any vegetation.
The site of the town is a barren, rocky mountain valley.
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bask
Lie exposed to warmth and light, typically from the sun, for relaxation and pleasure.
I just want a little more time to bask in the beauty that perhaps I'm carrying a life.
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beverage
A drink, especially one other than water.
The town has been famous from remote times for a beverage called "white male."
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bland
Lacking strong features or characteristics and therefore uninteresting.
The rice and beans were bland until mixed together.
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boisterous
(of a person, event, or behavior) noisy, energetic, and cheerful; rowdy.
The child was very boisterous at home but was on his best behavior at school.
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bondage
The state of being a slave.
The slaves were kept in bondage until their death.
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brace
A device fitted to something, in particular a weak or injured part of the body, to give support.
Look for anything to brace the door!
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briskly
In an active, quick, or energetic way.
He turned and walked briskly back to the market.
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brittle
Hard but liable to break or shatter easily.
The book's ancient pages were so brittle, he feared they would crumble before he finished.
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budge
Make or cause to make the slightest movement.
He sensed she wasn't going to budge this time and relented.
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bungle
Carry out (a task) clumsily or incompetently.
If you bungle a job, you must do it again!
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burly
(of a person) large and strong; heavily built.
It was crewed by Larsen's ten burly mates.
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carcass
The dead body of an animal.
The ravenous lions tore at the carcass.
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cargo
Goods are carried on a ship, aircraft, or motor vehicle.
The ship was loaded down with extra cargo.
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carnivore
An animal that feeds on flesh.
It's a carnivore's fantasy of meat toppings, and not for the faint of heart.
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cask
A large container like a barrel, made of wood, metal, or plastic and used for storing liquids, typically alcoholic drinks.
They drank a cask of wine.
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catapult
A forked stick with an elastic band fastened to the two prongs, used by children for shooting small stones; a slingshot.
The publicity catapulted her CD to the top of the charts.
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cautiously
In a way that deliberately avoids potential problems or dangers.
She peered cautiously over the edge, but couldn't see the car.
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cease
Bring or come to an end.
They voted to cease strike action immediately.
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colony
A country or area under the full or partial political control of another country, typically a distant one, and occupied by settlers from that country.
The colony was governed directly from Paris.
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cluster
A group of similar things or people positioned or occurring closely together.
The small whitish-yellow flowers are produced in clusters of two or three opposite the leaves
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companion
A person or animal with whom one spends a lot of time or with whom one travels.
He has been a good companion to me.
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compatible
(of two things) able to exist or occur together without conflict.
The new system will be compatible with existing equipment.
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compensate
Give (someone) something, typically money, in recognition of loss, suffering, or injury incurred; recompense.
These advantages compensate for the greater first cost.
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comply
(of a person or group) act in accordance with a wish or command.
His refusal to comply with the pope's injunctions led to a renewal of the war.
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comprehend
Grasp mentally; understand.
Only a handful of human minds can comprehend his work.
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conceal
Keep from sight; hide.
Yet she was always trying to conceal that passion.
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concept
An abstract idea; a general notion.
The whole concept is ridiculous.
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conclude
Bring (something) to an end.
If we conclude that we must end war, the next question is: Is that even possible?
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conquer
Overcome and take control of (a place or people) by use of military force.
You will conquer the worlds.
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consistent
Acting or done in the same way over time, especially so as to be fair or accurate.
Her speed was consistent, her destination clear.
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consume
Eat, drink, or ingest (food or drink).
Their chief food is grass and seeds, but they also consume roots.
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convalesce
Recover one's health and strength over a period of time after an illness or operation.
After your operation, you'll need to convalesce for a week or two.
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crave
Feel a powerful desire for (something).
Much as I crave revenge, I'll turn away and not waste my time assaulting his castle again.
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crevice
A narrow opening or fissure, especially in a rock or wall.
He made the entire trip up without seeing another vehicle, and the lords of luck were with him—Jennifer Radisson's camera was sitting in the crevice of a rock as if it were waiting for him.
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cultivate
Prepare and use (land) for crops or gardening.
Why anyone would cultivate that nasty habit is a mystery to me.
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cumbersome
Large or heavy and therefore difficult to carry or use; unwieldy.
The large lockers were cumbersome and heavy.
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dedicate
Devote (time, effort, or oneself) to a particular task or purpose.
A person could dedicate his life to understanding just one suggestion and never even get close.
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delicate
Very fine in texture or structure; of intricate workmanship or quality.
He is very soft and delicate yet.
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denounce
Publicly declare to be wrong or evil.
It was tempting to denounce him in front of everyone, but that would be childish.
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dense
Closely compacted in substance.
The dawn brought cool air and dense fog.
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deposit
A sum of money placed or kept in a bank account, usually to gain interest.
Payment through a banker or by written draft against deposit was frequent.
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deprive
Deny (a person or place) the possession or use of something.
And who was she to deprive him because of her beliefs?
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detect
Discover or identify the presence or existence of.
Do I detect a note of discord?
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dictate
Lay down authoritatively; prescribe.
Would you listen to a ruler if they made an unjust dictate?
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dissatisfied
Not content or happy with something.
The Emperor was dissatisfied with him.
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distress
Extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain.
Her distress was rising with their tension.
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dominate
Have a commanding influence on; exercise control over.
Alex didn't dominate her.
Copied!
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sus
a shortening of suspicious or suspect.
Everyone thought he was sus after saying something making them think it was very suspicious.
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dormant
(of an animal) having normal physical functions suspended or slowed down for a period of time; in or as if in a deep sleep.
They are cut to the last dormant bud in winter.
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drought
A prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall, leading to a shortage of water.
Heat and drought had continued for more than three weeks.
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duration
The time during which something continues.
Nowhere in the discourses of Jesus is there a hint of a limited duration of the Messianic kingdom.
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effortless
Requiring no physical or mental exertion.
After dropping our project all of our work became effortless.
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elegant
Pleasingly graceful and stylish in appearance or manner.
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encounter
Unexpectedly experience or be faced with (something difficult or hostile).
The encounter had frightened him more than he would admit.
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equivalent
Equal in value, amount, function, meaning, etc.
To give that terrible order seemed to him equivalent to resigning the command of the army.
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erode
(of wind, water, or other natural agents) gradually wear away (soil, rock, or land).
The river followed the temporary course long enough to erode a deep gorge, known as Grande Coulee, along part of its length.
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escalate
Increase rapidly.
It took one week for a localized event to escalate to a world war.
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evident
Plain or obvious; clearly seen or understood.
In the most evident sense, they mean everything.
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exasperate
Irritate and frustrate (someone) intensely.
Alcohol has a tendency to exasperate already tense situations, so abstaining is usually a good way to go.
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excavate
Make (a hole or channel) by digging.
They began excavating the backyard for their new pool.
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exert
Apply or bring to bear (a force, influence, or quality).
He pulled back, having to exert considerable force against her surprising strength.
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export
Send (goods or services) to another country for sale.
There is an active export trade in grain.
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extend
Cause to cover a larger area; make longer or wider.
"He extended an invitation for dinner."
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extract
Remove or take out, especially by effort or force.
Remove or take out, especially by effort or force.
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exult
Feel or show triumphant elation or jubilation.
The people exulted at the victory.
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famine
The extreme scarcity of food.
We made a contribution to the famine relief fund.
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feeble
Lacking physical strength, especially as a result of age or illness.
Business is suffering because of the feeble economy.
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fertile
(of soil or land) producing or capable of producing abundant vegetation or crops.
People get less fertile as they get older.
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flail
A threshing tool consisting of a wooden staff with a short heavy stick swinging from it.
They were flailing their arms to drive away from the insects.
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flee
Runaway from a place or situation of danger.
The family fled from Nazi Germany to Britain in 1936.
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flimsy
Comparatively light and insubstantial; easily damaged.
She felt cold in her flimsy dress.
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foolhardy
Recklessly bold or rash.
It was foolhardy to go swimming alone.
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frivolous
Not having any serious purpose or value.
Less frivolous than someone I know.
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fume
Gas, smoke, or vapor that smells strongly or is dangerous to inhale.
She's still fuming about not being invited to the party.
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gale
A very strong wind.
I forgot to close the door when it was windy out side and all of a sudden a gale of wind busted in our house.
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gist
The substance or essence of a speech or text.
It is difficult to convey the gist of Reich's ideas simply.
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gorge
A narrow valley between hills or mountains, typically with steep rocky walls and a stream running through it.
Up the gorge , there were no climbers tacked to the icy walls.
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grim
Forbidding or uninviting.
He held on to the branch like grim death
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harbor
A place on the coast where vessels may find shelter, especially one protected from rough water by piers, jetties, and other artificial structures.
The ship is expected to make harbor tonight.
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hazy
Covered by a haze.
It was hazy and cool, like a beach after the evening fog rolled in.
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hearty
(of a person or their behavior) loudly vigorous and cheerful.
She prepared a hearty stew for dinner.
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heroic
Having the characteristics of a hero or heroine; very brave.
He takes the field himself and performs many heroic deeds until he is wounded and forced to withdraw to his tent.
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hew
Chop or cut (something, especially wood or coal) with an ax, pick, or another tool.
He hewed a canoe out of a tree trunk.
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hoist
Raise (something) by means of ropes and pulleys.
The engine was hoisted out with a winch.
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homonym
Each of two or more words has the same spelling or pronunciation but different meanings and origins.
English already has way too many homonyms for its own good.
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horizontal
Parallel to the plane of the horizon; at right angles to the vertical.
The ground was horizontal to the flagpole.
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hostile
Unfriendly; antagonistic.
It was a small town that was hostile to outsiders.
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idle
(of a person) avoiding work; lazy.
I've been idle too long.
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illegible
Not clear enough to be read.
The inscription was partly illegible.
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illuminate
Make (something) visible or bright by shining light on it; light up.
She opened the single wardrobe, pushing the doors open enough for the room's light to illuminate the contents.
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immense
Extremely large or great, especially in scale or degree.
Every order executed is always one of an immense number unexecuted.
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indignant
Feeling or showing anger or annoyance at what is perceived as unfair treatment.
I was getting indignant at being asked what I thought were stupid questions by him.
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industrious
Diligent and hard-working.
He said she was very industrious and happy.
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intense
Of extreme force, degree, or strength.
His gaze was intense.
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intercept
Obstruct (someone or something) so as to prevent them from continuing to a destination.
He set his course to intercept while contemplating breaking his rule about feeding on men.
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jest
A thing said or done for amusement; a joke.
He could jest, it was said, even in his last moments.
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jostle
Push, elbow, or bump against (someone) roughly, typically in a crowd.
Don't jostle against me!
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jubilation
A feeling of great happiness and triumph.
But he did not fall, and her expression of jubilation changed to disappointment.
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jubilee
A special anniversary of an event, especially one celebrating twenty-five or fifty years of a reign or activity.
They had a big jubilee to celebrate the victory.
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kin
One's family and relations.
you kin to Josh?
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liberate
Set (someone) free from a situation, especially an imprisonment or slavery, in which their liberty is severely restricted.
Soldiers liberated the hostages from their captors. Laptop computers could liberate workers from their desks.
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loathe
Feel intense dislike or disgust for.
I loathe these horrible roads, but I love the places they take you.
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lurch
Make an abrupt, unsteady, uncontrolled movement or series of movements; stagger.
The ground gave way under her foot, and with a sickening lurch of her heart, she plunged downward.
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lure
Tempt (a person or animal) to do something or to go somewhere, especially by offering some form of reward.
The old man lured children into his home by promising to show them his new kittens.
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makeshift
Serving as a temporary substitute; sufficient for the time being.
This is a makeshift meal at best.
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meager
(of something provided or available) lacking in quantity or quality.
Dean kept quiet about his meager half-breakfast.
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meddle
Interfere in or busy oneself unduly with something that is not one's concern.
He's very young to come to meddle with us.
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methodical
Done according to a systematic or established form of procedure.
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mimic
imitate (someone or their actions or words), especially in order to entertain or ridicule.
He could mimic all the teachers' accents.
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miniature
(especially of a replica of something) of a much smaller size than normal; very small.
A day is a miniature of eternity.
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minor
lesser in importance, seriousness, or significance.
An incomplete sentence that still makes sense without all the necessary information.
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mirth
amusement, especially as expressed in laughter.
The family was full of mirth and excitement after winning the game show.
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molten
(especially of materials with a high melting point, such as metal and glass) liquefied by heat.
An immense volume of rocks and molten lava has erupted.
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monarch
A sovereign head of state, especially a king, queen, or emperor.
The monarch retains largely formal duties.
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monstrous
Having the ugly or frightening appearance of a monster.
She endured the monstrous behavior for years
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moral
Concerned with the principles of right and wrong behavior and the goodness or badness of human character.
Each story teaches an important moral lesson. He felt that he had a moral obligation to help the poor.
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morsel
A small piece or amount of food; a mouthful.
He refused to touch a morsel of the food they had brought.
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navigation
The process or activity of accurately ascertaining one's position and planning and following a route.
If you're going to be a good sailor you need to master navigation.
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negative
Consisting in or characterized by the absence rather than the presence of distinguishing features.
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negotiate
Obtain or bring about by discussion.
We sat down to negotiate a deal that would satisfy everyone.
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nonchalant
(of a person or manner) feeling or appearing casually calm and relaxed; not displaying anxiety, interest, or enthusiasm.
Dean answered in a voice as nonchalant as he could muster.
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nostalgia
A sentimental longing or wistful affection for the past, typically for a period or place with happy personal associations.
Photos of my favorite childhood actors bring on pure nostalgia.
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notable
Worthy of attention or notice; remarkable.
Getting both sides to agree was a notable achievement.
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oasis
A fertile spot in a desert, where water is found.
Oasis had a reputation as one of rock's most impressive live acts.
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obedient
Complying or willing to comply with orders or requests; submissive to another's will.
As an officer, he was obedient and never disputed my orders or argued with them.
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obscure
Not discovered or known about; uncertain.
When we got to the house we entered an obscure corridor and began to find our way up a dark and narrow staircase.
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obsolete
No longer produced or used; out of date.
New technology has rendered my old computer obsolete.
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obstacle
A thing that blocks one's way or prevents or hinders progress.
He overcame the obstacles of poverty and neglect.
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occasion
A particular time or instance of an event.
An occasion lost cannot be redeemed.
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oppose
Disapprove of and attempt to prevent, especially by argument.
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opposed
Eager to prevent or put an end to; disapproving of or disagreeing with.
The group opposes the mayor
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optimist
A person who tends to be hopeful and confident about the future or the success of something.
She is an optimist and an idealist.
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outskirts
The outer parts of a town or city.
Kate's house was on the western outskirts of the town.
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overthrow
Remove forcibly from power.
They'd conspired to overthrow the government.
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painstaking
Done with or employing great care and thoroughness.
The vestment was a monument of careful and painstaking research, profusely illustrated.
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pasture
Land covered with grass and other low plants suitable for grazing animals, especially cattle or sheep.
Horses are grazing in the pasture.
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pedestrian
A person walking along a road or in a developed area.
The mysterious notebook took a back seat to the more pedestrian happenings at the Ouray inn.
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penetrate
Succeed in forcing a way into or through (a thing).
The bullet failed to penetrate.
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perish
Suffer death, typically in a violent, sudden, or untimely way.
He that trusts in a lie shall perish in truth.
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persuade
Cause (someone) to do something through reasoning or argument.
How did you persuade Mother to agree to this?
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petrify
Change (organic matter) into a stony concretion by encrusting or replacing its original substance with a calcareous, siliceous, or other mineral deposit.
I've always been petrified of being alone.
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pledge
A solemn promise or undertaking.
He called to pledge money to the charity.
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portable
Able to be easily carried or moved, especially because of being of a lighter and smaller version than usual.
This portable device enables deaf people to telephone the hospital by typing a message instead of speaking.
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prelude
An action or event serving as an introduction to something more important.
The discussions were a prelude to the treaty.
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premature
Occurring or done before the usual or proper time; too early.
A fire caused the premature closing of the exhibition.
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preserve
Maintain (something) in its original or existing state.
He was anxious to preserve his reputation
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primitive
Relating to, denoting, or preserving the character of an early stage in the evolutionary or historical development of something.
They built a primitive shelter out of tree trunks.
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proclaim
Announce officially or publicly.
She proclaimed that she will run for governor.
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prohibit
Formally forbid (something) by law, rule, or other authority.
Prohibit the sale of alcoholic beverages.
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prone
Likely to or liable to suffer from, do, or experience something, typically something regrettable or unwelcome.
Some plants are very prone to disease.
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prosper
Succeed in material terms; be financially successful.
The island did not prosper under Portuguese rule.
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protagonist
The leading character or one of the major characters in a drama, movie, novel, or other fictional text.
Life is like a theatre. Everyone is the protagonist of their own drama.
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protrude
Extend beyond or above a surface.
A handkerchief protruded from his shirt pocket.
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provoke
Stimulate or give rise to (a reaction or emotion, typically a strong or unwelcome one) in someone.
His remarks provoked both tears and laughter.
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pursue
Follow (someone or something) in order to catch or attack them.
She wishes to pursue a medical career.
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reassure
Say or do something to remove the doubts or fears of (someone).
She leaned back on the couch instead, trying to reassure him with a weak smile.
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rebel
A person who rises in opposition or armed resistance against an established government or ruler.
Some parts of the country fell into rebel hands.
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reference
The action of mentioning or alluding to something.
Her former teacher gave her a reference when she applied for the job.
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refuge
A condition of being safe or sheltered from pursuit, danger, or trouble.
They took refuge in Castile.
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reliable
Consistently good in quality or performance; able to be trusted.
I just want a good reliable car.
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reluctant
Unwilling and hesitant; disinclined.
He was reluctant to commit to the additional expense
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resemble
Have qualities or features, especially those of appearance, in common with (someone or something); look or seem like.
He strongly resembles his father in appearance and in temperament.
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restrict
Verb: Put a limit on it; keep it under control.
The new law restricts smoking in public places.
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revert
Verb: return to (a previous state, practice, topic, etc.).
Let us revert to the original subject.
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revolt
Verb: the rise in rebellion.
The group threatened to revolt.
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retain
Verb: continue to have (something); keep possession of.
I retain a clear memory of those days.
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ridicule
Noun: the subjection of someone or something to contemptuous and dismissive language or behavior.
They seem to draw down ridicule on us.
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rigid
Adjective: unable to bend or be forced out of shape; not flexible
His rigid adherence to the rules made him unpopular.
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riot
a violent disturbance of the peace by a crowd.
Skippy must have read her the riot act.
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ripple
Noun: a small wave or series of waves on the surface of the water, especially as caused by an object dropping into it or a slight breeze.
A ripple of smothered laughter circled the room.
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rouse
Verb: bring out of sleep; awaken.
I was so tired I could barely rouse myself to prepare dinner.
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saunter
Verb: walk in a slow, relaxed manner, without hurry or effort.
They saunter away, in the direction of Central Avenue.
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scarce
Adjective: (especially of food, money, or some other resource) insufficient for the demand.
Wealthy people could afford to choose scarce antiques.
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scald
Verb: Injure with very hot liquid or steam.
The steam scalded his skin.
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seldom
Adverb: Not often; rarely.
He had seldom seen a child with so much talent.
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sensation
Noun: A physical feeling or perception resulting from something that happens to or comes into contact with the body.
She felt a burning sensation in her throat.
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senseless
Noun: (of a person) unconscious.
It's senseless to continue any further.
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significant
Sufficiently great or important to be worthy of attention; noteworthy.
He won a significant amount of money.
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slither
Move smoothly over a surface with a twisting or oscillating motion.
The snake slithered through the garden.
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sluggish
Slow-moving or inactive.
She felt sluggish in comparison.
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soar
Fly or rise high in the air.
His long wings beat the air as he rose, and it took him a short two minutes to soar over the castle.
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solitary
Done or existing alone.
Adjective He took a solitary walk on the beach.
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somber
Dark or dull in color or tone; gloomy.
Fred's mood remained somber throughout t
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sparse
Thinly dispersed or scattered.
The information available on the subject is sparse.
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spectator
A person who watches a show, game, or other events
Fred's mood remained somber throughout the meal.
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spurt
Gush out in a sudden and forceful stream.
A great spurt of blood came out of the wound.
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steadfast
Resolutely or dutifully firm and unwavering.
The two men had become steadfast friends.
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stimulate
Raise levels of physiological or nervous activity in (the body or any biological system).
The economy was not stimulated by the tax cuts.
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stupendous
Extremely impressive.
The opera was quite stupendous!
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suffocate
Die or cause to die from lack of air or inability to breathe.
The air of the chamber stilled and grew heavy as if it meant to suffocate him.
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summarize
Give a brief statement of the main points of (something).
I would like to take a moment to summarize the facts that I presented earlier.
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summit
The highest point of a hill or mountain.
The climbers failed to reach the summit.
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superior
Higher in rank, status, or quality.
This new model offers superior performance.
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talon
A claw, especially one belonging to a bird of prey.
They had fierce eyes and sharp talons and beaks.
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taper
Diminish or reduce in thickness toward one end.
Now that there is a taper, they complain just as loudly.
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teem
Be full of or swarming with
The streets teem with cars, trucks, and vans with all kinds of designs and colors running like a millpond.
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tempest
A violent windy storm.
Instantly the tempest subsided, and we went upstairs together.
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tension
The state of being stretched tight.
Political tensions in the region make it unstable.
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terminate
Bring to an end.
You have to terminate the program before the computer will shut down properly.
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terse
Sparing in the use of words; abrupt.
I could tell by her terse response Molly was nearby.
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thrifty
(of a person or their behavior) using money and other resources carefully and not wastefully.
He was thrifty and anxious to leave to his son a full treasury.
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thwart
Prevent (someone) from accomplishing something.
She did all she could to thwart his plans.
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tolerant
Showing willingness to allow the existence of opinions or behavior that one does not necessarily agree with.
Do you think he'll be as tolerant of your principles as I am?
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tolerate
Allow the existence, occurrence, or practice of (something that one does not necessarily like or agree with) without interference. Allow the existence, occurrence, or practice of (something that one does not necessarily like or agree with) without interference.
Our teacher will not tolerate bad grammar.
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topple
Overbalance or become unsteady and fall slowly.
The strong winds toppled many trees.
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tremor
An involuntary quivering movement.
A tremor of dread slid through her.
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unwieldy
Difficult to carry or move because of its size, shape, or weight.
Its huge size makes it awkward and unwieldy.
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upbringing
The treatment and instruction received by a child from its parents throughout its childhood.
It was a tough upbringing but my life felt normal.
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urban
In, relating to, or characteristic of a town or city.
The town is governed by an urban district council.
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vertical
At right angles to a horizontal plane; in a direction, or having an alignment, such that the top is directly above the bottom.
She looked over the cliff and found she was standing at the edge of a vertical drop.
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visible
Able to be seen.
When we were playing hide'en seek my friend was so visible that I could almost see her entire body!
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visual
Relating to seeing or sight.
I have a very good visual memory.
