My words Flashcards
ignorance
lack of knowledge/information
graduate
to pass from one stage to another, degree/diploma
palatial
relates to or suitable for a palace, magnificient
sparse
of few and scattered elements
agrarian
relating to agriculture or farming lifestyle
condign
adj. (a punishment that is deserved or appropriate)
contender
a person or group competing with others to achieve something
refuge
a shelter for safety, protection
edifice
building, large imposing(impressive) one
sardonic
sarcastic
cadre
group of people, military unit, squad
omnipresent
present everywhere; abundant
litany
prayer
charged
full of emotion, emotionally intense
meritless
worthless/undeserving
distortion
warped, twisted, misrepresented
farce
ridiculous
lament
disappointed/sad
surmised
suppose that something is true without having evidence
gamut
variety
ambiguous
having two or more possible meanings; not clear
ameliorate
to make something better than it was before
amend
make changes in order to correct errors
animosity
strong bitter hatred
anomaly
abnormal/unusual
antagonize
deliberately provoke/annoy (cause someone to become angry)
apathetic
showing no interest
antipathy
a strong dislike/aversion
austere
severe or strict in manner/appearance
Prudently
In a way that shows care for the future
Overtly
openly; without concealment/secrecy
Cordially
in a warm and friendly way
Inadvertently
without intention; accidentally
precariousness
the state of not being firmly fixed, instability (likely to fall or collapse)
exactitude
quality of being very accurate
inconspicuous
not clearly visible; unnoticeable
exploited
take full use of and derive benefit from a resource
redefined
to reexamine/reevaluate with a view to change
thwart
to prevent someone from accomplishing something
contempt
feeling that a person is considered beneath or worthless; disdain, disregard
adamant
not able to be persuaded or moved
adverse
unfavorable/harmful
affinity
a natural liking or attraction for someone
agitation
a state of excitement or disturbance
antecedent
something that precedes something else
arcane
known or understood by only a few people
arduous
requiring great physical/mental effort
assuage
to make unpleasant situation less intense
augment
increase/add to something
belligerent
aggressively hostile/warlike
begrudge
feeling of jealousy towards someone because they have something you don’t
beneficiary
person who receives the benefit
benevolent
showing desire to help others
benign
harmless
berate
scold or criticize someone severely
bestow
give something as a gift
bolster
give support or encouragement to
cacophony
a harsh, discordant mixture of sounds.
catalyst
a substance that speeds up a chemical reaction without being changed itself.
catastrophic
causing great and sudden damage or destruction.
cease
to stop or bring to end/close
censure
express strong dissaproval
circumvent
find a way to avoid/get around
clout
power/influence
coalesce
come together to form a single unit
coerce
force or persuade (someone) to do something by using pressure, intimidation, or threats.
cognizant
aware of something.
cohesion
the state of sticking together.
coincide
happen at the same time
commision
a group of people appointed to do a particular task
compelling
very interesting/persuasive
complacent
feeling satisfied with oneself or one’s situation, especially without awareness of potential danger or problems.
complementary
serving to complete or enhance something else.
compliance (noun)
the act of complying (obedience) to a request or command.
complimentary
something expressing praise/admiration
conceptualize (verb)
form a concept of (something) in the mind.
concur (verb)
agree or coincide in opinion
condescension (noun)
an attitude of patronizing superiority.
conformist (noun)
a person who conforms to the prevailing standards or practices of a particular society or group.
congenital (adjective)
existing at or dating from birth.
conjecture (noun)
an opinion or conclusion formed on the basis of incomplete information.
conspicuous (adjective) –
easily seen/visible (noticeable, remarkable)
constrain (verb)
restrict/limit
contemplate -verb
consider or think deeply about (something).
contentious (adj.)
likely to cause disagreement or argument.
contrived (adj)
deliberately created or arranged in an artificial way.
conventional (adjective)
following (conforming to) the traditional way of doing things
curtail - verb
to reduce/limit something
culmination (noun)
the highest or most important point of something.
copious (adj.)
large in quantity / abundant in supply
cordial (adj.)
warm/friendly
deceitful (adjective)
dishonest/misleading
decree
formal order issued by government
delegate (verb)
give (a task or responsibility) to someone else.
deplete (verb)
use up or reduce the amount of (something).
detachment (noun)
a lack of emotional involvement or concern.
deposit (noun)
a sum of money placed in a bank or other financial institution.
deter (verb)
discourage or prevent (someone) from doing something.
diatribe (noun)
long, forceful, and angry speech or piece of writing.
devise (verb)
create or design (something) in a clever or ingenious way.
digress (verb)
move away from the main point of a discussion or piece of writing.
discernible (adjective)
able to be seen, heard, or understood.
disconcerting (adjective)
causing confusion or unease.
disengage (verb)
release or free (something) from something else.
dismay
feeling of disappointment
disorienting (adjective)
causing someone to become confused or lost.
disparate (adjective)
very different or dissimilar.
dispatch (verb)
send (someone or something) on a mission or errand.
dispersed (adjective)
spread out or scattered over a wide area
divert (verb)
turn or direct (something) away from its intended course.
divulge (verb)
reveal or make known (something that was previously secret or unknown).
dogmatic (adjective)
showing or believing in opinions that are not supported by proof or evidence.
dominion (noun)
supreme authority/power
exactitude
the quality of being exact; precision; accuracy.
fabricate (verb)
make up (something) and present it as true
fastidious (adjective).
very attentive to and concerned about accuracy and detail.
feasible (adjective)
capable of being done or achieved.
feasible (adjective)
capable of being done or achieved.
foretell (verb)
predict or indicate the future course of events.
forfeiture (noun)
the loss of something as a punishment for a crime or offense.
frivolous (adjective)
not having any serious purpose or value.
fruitless (adjective)
producing no results or benefits.
fundamental (adjective)
forming the basis or foundation of something.
garner (verb)
obtain or accumulate (something) over time.
garrulous (adjective)
talking a lot, especially in a way that is considered to be tedious or annoying.
grandiose (adjective)
impressive or looking to impress
gregarious (adjective)
fond of company and social activity.
hackneyed (adjective)
used so often that it has become boring or unoriginal.
haphazard (adjective)
done or arranged without care or thought. lack of plan, order, direction.
hierarchy (noun)
a system in which people or things are ranked one above the other according to importance.
hypothesize (verb)
to put forth a hypothesis (make an educated guess)
impair (verb)
to damage or make worse
impart (verb)
give or convey (information or knowledge).
impending (adjective)
about to happen (approaching) -mostly threatening
impenetrable (adjective)
impossible to pass through or enter
imperative (adjective)
extremely important or urgent.
imperceptible (adjective)
too slight to be noticed.
implement (verb)
put (a plan, decision, or theory) into effect.
implication (noun) –
the conclusion that can be drawn from something although it is not explicitly stated.
impose (verb)
force (something) to be accepted or done. to take advantage of someone by demanding attention or commitment.
impoverish (verb)
make someone poor
incessant (adjective)
continuing without interruption.
incidental (adjective)
happening by chance or in addition to what is planned or expected.
incite (verb)
stir up (violent or unlawful behavior).
inclination (noun)
a tendency or natural disposition to do something.
incur (verb)
to become liable or subject to : bring down upon oneself (usually something bad)
impoverish (verb)
make someone poor
incentive (noun)
something that motivates or encourages someone to do something.
incidental (adjective)
happening by chance or in addition to what is planned or expected.
incessant (adjective)
continuing without interruption.
incite (verb)
stir up (violent or unlawful behavior).
inclination (noun)
a tendency or natural disposition to do something.
incur (verb)
become liable to (something unpleasant or harmful).
indefatigable (adjective)
not easily tired or discouraged.
indifferent (adjective)
not interested or concerned.
indigenous (adjective)
native or belonging to a particular place or country.
indiscriminate (adjective)
done at random-not making or showing careful choices.
indispensable (adjective)
absolutely necessary
indisputable (adjective)
not open to doubt or question.
indistinct (adjective)
not clear or distinct.
induce (verb)
persuade or influence (someone) to do something.
inexplicable (adjective)
impossible to explain or understand.
infallible (adjective)
incapable of making mistakes.
infrastructure (noun)
the basic physical and organizational structures and facilities (e.g., roads, power supplies, buildings) needed for the operation of a society or enterprise.
inhibit (verb)
prevent or restrict (someone or something) from doing something.
insensible (adjective)
not being sensible
jargon (noun)
technical or specialized language that is used by a particular group of people.
keen (adjective)
having or showing a strong interest or enthusiasm.
knack (noun)
a natural ability to do something well.
lampoon (verb)
make fun of (someone or something) in a way that is intended to be humorous.
languish (verb)
to become weak or feeble because of illness or neglect.
latent (adjective)
existing but not yet developed or manifest.
leery (adjective)
feeling or showing suspicion or distrust.
lenient (adjective)
showing mercy or forgiveness.
localized (adjective)
restricted to a particular area or place.
lucrative (adjective)
producing a lot of money
ludicrous (adjective)
extremely or absurdly foolish or ridiculous.
magnanimous (adjective)
generous in spirit and especially in the forgiving of injuries.
manifest (verb)
to make evident or certain by showing or displaying
manipulate (verb)
control or influence (a person or situation) cleverly or deviously.
melodramatic (adjective)
excessively dramatic or sensational.
menacing (adjective)
threatening or intimidating.
misrepresent (verb)
give a false or misleading account of (something).
morose (adjective)
bad-tempered or sullen.
mundane (adjective)
ordinary or unexciting
naïve (adjective)
lacking in experience, wisdom, or judgment.
negligent (adjective)
failing to take proper care in doing something.
negligible (adjective)
so small or unimportant as to be not worth considering.
nonchalant (adjective)
feeling or showing no concern or interest.
nuanced (adjective)
having or showing delicate shades of meaning or expression.
null (adjective)
having no legal or binding force.
obscure (adjective)
not clearly understood or known about; uncertain
obsolete (adjective)
no longer in use or fashionable.
obviate (verb)
make unnecessary or redundant.
offhand (adjective)
without preparation or forethought.
omnipotence (noun)
the power to do anything.
opaque (adjective)
not transparent or translucent.
oppress (verb)
treat (someone) with cruelty or injustice, especially by the use of authority.
ornamental (adjective)
serving only to add beauty or decoration.
ornate (adjective)
elaborately decorated or ornamented.
outweigh (verb)
have more weight or importance than something else.
overshadowed (adjective)
prevented from being noticed or appreciated because of something more impressive/ important.
overt (adjective)
done or shown openly
overtake (verb)
move past (someone or something) while traveling in the same direction.
overindulge (verb)
eat or drink too much of something.
pantheon (noun)
a temple or building dedicated to all the gods of a particular religion.
paradigm (noun)
a set of beliefs, values, and assumptions that forms the basis of how people understand the world.
parsimonious (adjective)
very careful with money or resources.
partial (adjective)
having a preference for one thing or person over others.
paucity (noun)
a small or limited amount of something
pending (adjective)
awaiting a decision or action.
peripheral (adjective)
not central or important.
permeate (verb)
spread through or over something.
postulate (verb)
to assume or claim as true, existent, or necessary : depend upon or start from the postulate of (put forward, suggest)
potent (adjective)
having a strong or powerful effect.
pragmatic (adjective)
dealing with practical matters in a realistic and sensible way.
precede (verb)
come before something in time or order.
precise (adjective)
exact or accurate.
preclude (verb)
prevent (something) from happening.
precursor (noun)
something that comes before something else and indicates its arrival.
predatory (adjective)
seeking to exploit or harm others.
predetermined (adjective)
decided or planned in advance.
predictive (adjective)
able to forecast the future.
premeditated (adjective)
planned or intended in advance.
prescribed (adjective)
ordered or directed to be done.
presume (verb)
to take for granted, assume
pretentious (adjective)
trying to impress others with one’s importance or knowledge.
prevail (verb)
to become the most powerful or influential.
profound (adjective)
deep or meaningful.
profusion (noun)
a large or great amount of something.
progeny (noun)
the children or descendants of a person or animal.
promulgate (verb)
make (something) known or public.
proponent (noun)
a person who supports a particular idea or cause.
prudent (adjective)
acting with or showing care and thought for the future; wise
recapitulate (verb)
to present or summarize the main points of something.
recede (verb)
to move back or away.
rationalize (verb)
attempt to explain or justify (one’s own or another’s behavior or attitude) with logical, plausible reasons, even if these are not true or appropriate.
rebuke (verb)
to express disapproval or criticism of (someone) in a sharp or angry way.
redress (verb)
remedy or set right (an undesirable or unfair situation).
reductive (adjective)
over-simplifying something by focusing on only one aspect of it.
render (verb)
to produce or create something.
regression (noun)
a return to a less developed or earlier state.
renounce (verb)
to give up or reject (something) formally.
repeal (verb)
cancel or abolish (a law, order, or treaty).
repose (verb)
to lay at rest
repressed (adjective)
forced to remain unconscious or unexpressed.
reproach (noun)
a severe or angry criticism.
repudiate (verb)
reject or refuse to accept (something) as valid.
reticent (adjective)
not inclined to say much or to be open in giving information.
revere (verb)
feel deep respect for (someone or something).
rigid (adjective)
not flexible or adaptable.
rhetorical (adjective)
used to make an impression or to persuade rather than to state facts.
rudimentary (adjective)
basic or undeveloped.
sanction (verb)
give official permission or approval for (an action).
scrupulous (adjective)
very careful and honest in one’s work and dealings.
singular (adjective)
unique/unusual
somber (adjective)
dark and gloomy.
spawn (verb)
to produce young animals or eggs.
speculate (verb)
to form a theory or opinion about something without firm evidence.
squalid (adjective)
dirty, neglected, and unpleasant.
stark (adjective)
very clear or obvious.
straightforward (adjective)
easy to understand or deal with.
substantiate (verb)
provide evidence to support (a claim or statement).
subsume (verb)
include or contain something as part of a larger whole.
subversive (adjective)
seeking to overthrow or undermine a government or institution.
succumb (verb)
give way to something, especially pressure or temptation.
supplant (verb)
– replace or take the place of someone or something else.
surmise (verb)
– form an opinion or belief about something without certain knowledge.
taut (adjective)
stretched tight
tedious (adjective)
very boring or tiresome.
tenacious (adjective)
holding on firmly; not easily let go of.
tenuous (adjective)
weak or unreliable.
undermine (verb)
to weaken or destroy something gradually or secretly.
underscore (verb)
to highlight, emphasize, or draw attention to something.
undertake (verb)
to take on a task or responsibility.
undulate (verb)
to move in waves or curves.
unmitigated (adjective)
complete or absolute.
urbane (adjective)
sophisticated and well-mannered.
vacillate (verb)
to be undecided or to change one’s mind frequently.
verbose (adjective)
using or containing too many words.
verisimilitude (noun)
the appearance of being true or real.
vestige (noun)
a small amount or trace of something that is no longer present in large amounts.
vilify (verb)
to speak evil of someone in a malicious way.
voluminous (adjective)
large in size or quantity.
waive (verb)
to give up or relinquish (withdraw) something.
warrant (noun)
a document that gives someone the authority to do something.
aggregate
collected together
dissipated
went away
percolated
filtered through
efficacy
the ability to produce a desired result
evinced
showed clearly
elided
passed over
gauged
assessed
characterized
(of a feature or quality) be typical or characteristic of. Describes feature/nature of-
pervasive
common
erroneous
incorrect
intermittent
happening at intervals
Bolstered
strengthened/supported
Deterred
discouraged, stopped
Enticed
attracted/ tempted by
Deserted
abandoned/ left alone
Imbue
infuse, impart, give an attribute or knowledge
imbibe
drink
Eschew
abstain/ deliberately avoid
Inexplicable
not able to be explained/solved
Enigmatic
puzzling, mysterious
Discernable
understandable, perceivable
Unmitigated
not reduced/lessened (not improved)
Unambiguous
totally clear
Dubious
doubtful
Futile
hopeless
Galvanizing
stimulating
Avant-garde
pioneering/innovative
Dogmatic
inclined to lay down principles as incontrovertibly true; assertive
Aesthetic
pleasing to the eye
Consecrated
sacred/holy
Inviolate
unaltered/undamaged
Resurrected
Restore a dead person to life
Inquires
the act of asking for information
Occurences
events that happen;results-outcomes
Infringements
violations
Chastisements
disciplines; a severe criticism or punishment
Dexterity
skill in performing tasks, especially with the hands.
fortuitous
happening by accident or chance rather than design.
lore
traditions typically passed from person to person by word-of-mouth; mythology, myths
ostentatious
attracting or seeking to attract attention, admiration, or envy
poignant
evoking a keen sense of sadness/regret
prescience
the fact of knowing something before it takes place
pugnacious
eager or quick to argue, quarrel, or fight.
skullduggery
underhanded or unscrupulous behavior; trickery
sleight
the use of dexterity or cunning, especially so as to deceive.
validity
the quality of being logically or factually sound; soundness or cogency.
Abate
v. to become less active, less intense, or less in amount
Implicit
implied but not plainly expressed
Indifference
lack of interest, concern, or sympathy
Inevitable
Certain to happen; unavoidable
Invoke
to cite or appeal to someone as an authority for an action or in support of an argument.
Ironic
happening in the opposite way of what is expected and typically causing amusement because of this
Novel
New or unusual in an interesting way
Obscure
not discovered or known about; uncertain
Obsolete
no longer produced or used; out of date
Oppressive
Unjustly inflicting hardship and constraint; weighing heavily on the mind or spirits
Pervasive
Spreading widely through an area or a group of people, especially in an unpleasant way
Prevalence
the fact or condition of being prevalent; commonness
innocuous
not harmful or offensive
disparate
distinct/dissimilar
subversive
disruptive/revolutionary
fleetness
rapidity of movement
treachery
betrayal
ingenuity
inventiveness
intransigence
stubbornness
temperance
self-control of emotions/behavior
succinct
(especially of something written or spoken) briefly and short.
