Power Vocab Flashcards by Emily Parks

Antisemite (N)
1. The man, being an antisemite, lost a lot of votes.
2. I do not welcome antisemitic people into my home.
S - Hate
A - Love

Antisemite (N) - a person who is hostile or prejudiced against Jewish people.

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Delineate (V)
1. I made sure to delineate my artwork properly.
2. People with photographic memory can delineate things that they’ve seen.
S - outline
A - misrepresent

Delineate (V) - to describe or portray (something) precisely.

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Disseminate (V)
1. I had to disseminate my potato seeds for a good growth room.
2. The birds disseminated as soon as they were let out of their enclosure.
S - disperse
A - cluster

Disseminate (V) - to scatter or spread widely, as though sowing seed.

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Enervate (V)
1. I swear, talking to her enervates my social battery!
2. If I’ve been working out for too long without water, I’ll enervate myself to exhaustion.
S - exhaust
A - energize

Enervate (V) - cause (someone) to feel drained of energy or vitality; weaken.

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Foreboding (N)
1. I shivered at how ominious and foreboding the womans voice was.
2. Jeez, my parents speak of my future with a highly noticable sense of foreboding.
S - Apprehension
A - Calm

Foreboding (N) - fearful apprehension; a feeling that something bad will happen.

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Impervious (ADJ)
1. A good backpack should be impervious to water
2. The tall wall was impervious to intruders.
S - sealed
A - permeable

Impervious (ADJ) - not allowing entrance or passage

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Infamy (N)
1. People will never hear out a person of infamy.
2. Some celebrities will never recover their good reputation after having an infamy.
S - disgrace
A - honor

Infamy (N) - extremely bad reputation as the result of a shameful, criminal, or outrageous act.

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Intercede (V)
1. I am considered a peacemaker, so naturally I try to intercede when my peers start to quarrel.
2. The fight got so intense that even the teachers were scared to intercede.
S - intervene
A - avoid

Intercede (V) - to intervene between parties with a view to reconciling differences

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Midwife (Noun)
1. The midwife helped my mom stay calm while she was in labor.
2. I bet being a midwife is a interesting line of work.
S - Doula
A - Undertaker

Midwife (N) - a person (typically a woman) trained to assist women in childbirth.

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Miscreant (N)
1. The former prisoner will always be seen as a miscreant.
2. Miscreants probably never get treated the same as those who have clean records.
S - criminal
A - innocent

Miscreant (N) - a person who behaves badly or in a way that breaks the law.

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Nonaccredited (ADJ)
1. Even though I completed the assignment, the accomplishment remained nonaccredited.
2. Lots of employees that work for big corporations are nonaccredited for their work.
S - unapproved
A - accredited

Nonaccredited (ADJ) - not recognized as meeting prescribed standards or requirements

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Overaccentuate (V)
1. Because we are twins, the woman continued to overaccentuate our similarities rather than recognize our differences.
2. People overaccentuate spicy food too much, rather than acknowledge the joy of sour treats.
S - highlight
A - accentuate

Overaccentuate (V) - to emphasize (something) too much

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Predilection (N)
1. I always have a predilection for brownies over any other sweet.
2. Autumn will always be my predilection when it comes to seasons.
S - liking
A - distain

Predilection (N) - a preference or special liking for something; a bias in favor of something.

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Reiterate (V)
1. I tried to reiterate my statement, but the girl interrupted me again.
2. My parents reiterated their desire for me to pursue my dreams.
S - repeat
A - cessation

Reiterate (V) - say something again or a number of times, typically for emphasis or clarity.

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Semiliterate (ADJ)
1. People in early civilizations were usually semiliterate, so the government could keep information from them easily.
2. My goal as a teacher is to assist those who are semiliterate.
S - partially
A - completely

Semiliterate (ADJ) - unable to read or write with ease or fluency; poorly educated.

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Subservient (ADJ)
1. Vigilantes are almost always never subservient people, as they are constantly breaking the law.
2. My siblings are always subservient to my demands, since I am not the parent.
S - submissive
A - refusing

Subservient (ADJ) - prepared to obey others unquestioningly.

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Superlative (ADJ)
1. I got the most superlative pair of Jordans ever!
2. In order to teach university, you have to have a superlative degree, like a PhD.
S - excellent
A - unexceptional

Superlative (ADJ) - of the highest quality or degree.

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Transient (ADJ)
1. I knew that our time together was transient, so I made the most of it.
2. The graffiti on the wall is transient, so it will come off in a few days.
S - momentary
A - permanent

Transient (ADJ) - lasting only for a short time; impermanent.

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Unequivocal (ADJ)
1. His demands were unequivocal, so I followed them easily.
2. I never have trouble reading novels, the theme is always so unequivocal.
S - clear
A - unclear

Unequivocal (ADJ) - leaving no doubt; unambiguous.

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Underprivileged (ADJ)
1. Because she was different, many people deemed her to be underprivileged.
2. I do not believe that anybody should be considered underprivileged!
S - deprived
A - privileged

Underprivileged (ADJ) - (of a person) not enjoying the same standard of living or rights as the majority of people in a society.

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Ambivalent (ADJ)
1. I was very ambivalent towards the idea of socialism.
2. I have very ambivalent feelings towards “The Catcher in the Rye”
S - conflicting
A - unwavering

Ambivalent (ADJ) - having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone.

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Aquatics (ADJ)
1. Seaweed is an aquatic plant, because it lives in the ocean.
2. I am not a very big fan of aquatic sports, unless it’s tubing!
S - amphibious
A - terrestrial

Aquatics (ADJ) - of, in, or pertaining to water.

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Audacity (N)
1. The audacity that Dazai had to challenge Chuuya was incredible.
2. Although I am not tall, I always have the audacity to stand up to those who disrespect me.
S - dauntlessness
A - cowardice

Audacity (N) - a willingness to take bold risks.

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Benediction (N)
1. Before we eat dinner, we always speak a benediction in order to thank God for our food.
2. Everyday, I undergo a benediction before anything else; after all, God is first!
S - prayer
A - curse

Benediction (N) - the utterance or bestowing of a blessing, especially at the end of a religious service.

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Percentile (N) 1. Mike always scored in the 99 percentile. 2. I always strive to score in higher percentiles. S - Score A -

Percentile (N) - each of the 100 equal groups into which a population can be divided according to the distribution of values of a particular variable.

Circumnavigate (V) 1. Ferdinand Magellan circumnavigated the globe. 2. Kylie circumnavigated the puddle left by the rain. S - encircle A - face

Circumnavigate (V) - sail or travel all the way around (something, especially the world).

(Contra) Counteract (V) 1. I counteracted with an argument of my own. 2. The antibiotics with counteract and fight against the germs. S - counterpoise A - enhance

Counteract (V) - act against (something) in order to reduce its force or neutralize it.

Edict (N) 1. Laws are edicts issued by the federal government. 2. Students are not allowed to have their phones in class, per the principal's edict. S - decree or rule A - indecision

Edict (N) - an official order or proclamation issued by a person in authority.

Viaduct (N) 1. A train ride over a viaduct would provide a wonderful view. 2. The Danyang-Kunshan Grand Bridge in China is the world's longest viaduct. S - bridge A - path

Viaduct (N) - a long bridge-like structure, typically a series of arches, carrying a road or railroad across a valley or other low ground.

Fac(t) Artifact (N) 1. Important artifacts are oftentimes displayed in museums for the public's view. 2. The Rosetta Stone is a well-known artifact. S - relic A -

Artifact (N) - an object made by a human being, typically an item of cultural or historical interest.

Malformed (ADJ) 1. People with scoliosis have a malformed spine. 2. She underwent surgery to correct a heart malformation. S - deformed A - flawless

Malformed (ADJ) - (of a person or part of the body) abnormally formed; misshapen.

Fortify (V) 1. I fortified my house in Minecraft. 2. The country fortified after hearing the news of a potential war. S - secure A - destroy

Fortify (V) - provide (a place) with defensive works as protection against attack.

Infraction (N) 1. Speeding is an infraction in the United States. 2. Punishment and fine are determined by the severity of the infraction committed. S - offence A - adhere

Infraction (N) - a violation or infringement of a law or agreement.

Interject (V) 1. His interjection during our conversation was unnecessary. 2. Kylie interjected with her opinion on the topic of discussion. S - Interpose A - Withdraw

Interject (V) - say (something) abruptly, especially as an aside or interruption.

Adjudicate (V) 1. The jury's job in a court setting is to adjudicate the consequence of the defendant. 2. The teacher decided to adjudicate the situation before the principal returned. S - Arbitrate A - Disobey

Adjudicate (V) - make a formal judgment or decision about a problem or disputed matter.

Malfeasance (N) 1. The company was sued for malfeasance. 2. The President was impeached for malfeasance. S - Misconduct A - Integrity

Malfeasance (N) - wrongdoing, especially by a public official.

Matron (N) 1. The matron and her husband went to town for their anniversary. 2. The boy was scolded by the matron for breaking the dress code. S - Headmistress A - Patriarch

Matron (N) - a woman in charge of domestic and medical arrangements at a boarding school or other establishment OR a married woman, especially a dignified and sober middle-aged one

Remittance (N) 1. I was surprised to find that my grandfather had left me a remittance. 2. Child support is a remittance that the co-parent pays to support the main parent. S - A -

Remittance (N) - a sum of money sent, especially by mail, in payment for goods or services or as a gift.

Postmortem (N) 1. The forensic investigator demanded a postmortem on the victim. 2. The killer was very slick, as the examiners couldn't find any clues during the postmortem. S - Autopsy A - Biopsy

Postmortem (N) the medical examination of a dead body or corpse

Multifaceted (ADJ) 1. During the industrial revolution, many tenements became multifaceted. 2. Plumbers can easily create multifaceted homes at a low cost.

Multifaceted (ADJ) having many facets

Patronize (V) 1. I wasn't going to allow him to patronize me. 2. He couldn't stand being patronized by those who didn't believe him. S - Put down A - Encourage

Patronize (V) treat in a way that is apparently kind or helpful but that betrays a feeling of superiority.

Portly (ADJ) 1. In "Crime and Punishment", Raskolnikov describes Marmadelov to be a portly man. 2. He was very timid for being such a portly fellow. S - Plump A - Skinny

Portly (ADJ) having a stout body; somewhat fat (used especially of a man).

Anti-corruption (ADJ) 1. The villian couldn't change the anti-corruption mindset that the hero had. 2. I always view lawyers to be symbols of anti-corruption. S - Righteous A - Injustice

Anticorruption (ADJ) comprises activities that oppose or inhibit corruption

Conscript (N) 1. My brother was conscripted into the armed forces. 2. Some feminists go as far as wanting to be conscripted into any future wars. S - Drafted A - Withdrawn

Conscript (N) enlist (someone) compulsorily, typically into the armed services.

Sectarian (ADJ) 1. Richard, though a key figure in the Greek group, remained a sectarian by not sharing his opinions. 2. Although I love my friends, sometimes their actions make me out to be a sectarian. S - Separatist A - Unbiased

Sectarian (ADJ) a member of a group with a particular set of interests

Sentient (ADJ) 1. I was able to be sentient, even in that stressful situation. 2. Alex was sentient to ghosts, which was both a blessing and a curse. S - Aware A - Oblivious

Sentient (ADJ) able to perceive or feel things.

Introspective (ADJ) 1. Osamu Dazai's novel "No longer human" is a very introspective novel. 2. I enjoy classic literature because it allows me to be introspective. S - Self-assessing A - Unreflecting

Introspective (ADJ) characterized by or given to introspection, or self-analyzing

Infrastructure (N) 1. The mayor had to hire specific people to ensure that the infrastructure of the town was adequate. 2. Sometimes I worry that Huntsville's infrastructure is simply not enough. S - Foundation A - Disorganization

Infrastructure (N) the basic physical and organizational structures and facilities (e.g. buildings, roads, power supplies) needed for the operation of a society or enterprise.

Improvise (V) 1. Because I left my script at home, I had to improvise a new speech. 2. Any good actor can improvise some lines on the spot. S - Substitute A - Prepared

Improvise (V) produce or make (something) from whatever is available.

Irrevocable (ADJ) 1. As much as I tried to forget him, my admiration for him was irrevocable. 2. The harms done against me were irrevocable. S - Final A - Temporary

Irrevocable (ADJ) not able to be changed, reversed, or recovered

Misanthrope (N) 1. Ayanokoji was a misanthrope, even from a young age. 2. Just because she's shy doesn't mean she's a misanthrope. S - Cynic A - Humanitarian

Misanthrope (N) a person who dislikes humankind and avoids human society.

Autoimmune (ADJ) 1. There is only so much doctors can do to help an autoimmune person. 2. Being autoimmune means that you will be sick often. S - Chronic A - Stable

Autoimmune (ADJ) A condition in which the body's immune system mistakes its own healthy tissues as foreign and attacks them

Symbiotic (ADJ) 1. The reader and author can have a symbiotic relationship, if the author writes a good book. 2. I do his homework, he gives me food; pretty symbiotic if you ask me! S - Mutual A - Separate

Symbiotic (ADJ) denoting a mutually beneficial relationship between different people or groups.

Anachronism (N) 1. Sometimes I believe that my life is an anachronism. 2. The pursuit of knowledge seems to be an anachronism nowadays. S - Out of Date A - Fitting

Anachronism (N) a thing belonging or appropriate to a period other than that in which it exists

Electrodynamic (N) 1. The car was designed with the concept of electrodynamics in mind. 2. Thanks to electrodynamics, we now have light switches in our homes. S - Electrical A - Uncharged

Electrodynamic (N) the interaction of electric currents with magnetic fields or with other electric currents.

Dysphoria (N) 1. In my psychology class, we studied how a person with dysphoria can struggle to fit in with society. 2. People with dysphoria are often only seen as rude; however, there is more to the story than that. S - Unhappiness A - Joy

Dysphoria (N) a mental state in which a person has a profound sense of unease or dissatisfaction.

Epigram (N) 1. The epigram that the woman stated made the audience lean forward with interest. 2. Because he said an impressive epigram, it was clear that he would win the debate.

Epigram (N) - a pithy saying or remark expressing an idea in a clever and amusing way.

Monograph (N) 1. As a professor, I want to create many monographs concerning linguistics and literature. 2. While reading his monograph of Ancient Greek, I found myself captivated by the immense detail presented.

Monograph (N) - a detailed written study of a single specialized subject or an aspect of it.

Heterophony (N) 1. I would love to hear a heterophony of Waltz No. 2. 2. The heterophony that the orchestra created left the audience in awe.

Heterophony (N) - the simultaneous performance of different versions of the same melody by different voices or instruments

Homophone (N) 1. An example of a homophone is red and read. 2. Another example of a homophone is no and know.

Homophone (N) - each of two or more words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling, for example new and knew.

Hydrology (N) 1. Hydrology and Geology go hand-in-hand concerning the water cycle. 2. Engineers need to understand certain aspects of hydrology when inventing new aqua-technology.

Hydrology (N) - scientific discipline concerned with the waters of the Earth, including their occurrence, distribution, and circulation via the hydro-logic cycle and interactions with living things.

Hypercritical (ADJ) 1. Paris Geller, a character from one of my favorite T.V shows, is hypercritical of her school life. 2. I am hypercritical when it comes to my school grades.

Hypercritical (ADJ) - excessively and unreasonably critical, especially of small faults.

Hypodermic (ADJ) 1. The infection was hypodermic, therefore making the removal procedure more challenging to complete. 2. Because of her injury, we could see the hypodermic part of her palm.

Hypodermic (ADJ) - relating to the region immediately beneath the skin.

Etymology (N) 1. As a linguist, I enjoy looking into the etymology of the phrases that I am translating. 2. My teacher handed me a copy of etymology, and by doing so, I found that reviewing vocabulary was much more interesting when knowing the context of the words,

Etymology (N) - the study of the origin of words and the way in which their meanings have changed throughout history.

asymmetrical (ADJ) 1. The pizza was asymmetrical. 2. A circle is not asymmetrical, because it is equal.

asymmetrical (ADJ) having two sides or halves that are not the same

micromanager (N) 1. I do not appreciate micromanagers. 2. Although she was our boss, she made sure not to be a micromanager.

micromanager (N) a person in the workplace who provides an excessive level of supervision to their employees.

misconstrue (V) 1. I know I misconstrued the situation, but I do not think that I was in the wrong. 2. She totally misconstrued my speech!

misconstrue (V) interpret (something, especially a person's words or actions) wrongly.

Monocle (N) 1. Some people argue whether or not the monopoly man has a monocle on his eye. 2. Some butlers in movies have monocles.

Monocle (N) a single eyeglass, kept in position by the muscles around the eye.

Amorphous (ADJ) 1. Wax is an amorphous object used to make items like candles. 2. Before the plastic was made into a bookmark, it was amorphous.

Amorphous (ADJ) having no definite form : shapeless

pseudonym (N) 1. ´George Elliot´ is a pseudonym. 2. Many female authors of the past had to use pseudonyms, due to the fact that women were not allowed to publish books.

pseudonym (N) a fictitious name, especially one used by an author.

philharmonic (ADJ) 1. I am sure that Beethoven was viewed as someone with philharmonic tendencies. 2. I am philharmonic when it comes to our church music.

philharmonic (ADJ) a friend or love of harmony

Hydrophobia (N) - 1. If you get rabies, you might have hydrophobia as a symptom. 2. The rabbit was hydrophobic.

Hydrophobia (N) - extreme or irrational fear of water, especially as a symptom of rabies in humans.

photosynthesis (N) - 1. Most plants use photosynthesis to gain their nutrients. 2. Venus fly traps rely on both photosynthesis and flies for their nutrients.

photosynthesis (N) - the process by which plants, algae, and certain bacteria use sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide to create oxygen and sugar

pseudoscience (N) 1. Since psychology is too complex to be considered a science, certain psychological treatments can be seen as pseudosciences. 2. Some dietary supplements are simply medicines of pseudoscience

pseudoscience (N) - a collection of beliefs or practices mistakenly regarded as being based on scientific method.

psychosis (N) 1. In Crime and Punishment, many readers assume that Raskolnikov has psychosis due to his god complex. 2. Psychosis is seen in many pieces of classic literature; an example of this would be Yozo Oba from No Longer Human.

psychosis (N) - when people lose some contact with reality

arthroscope (N) 1. The doctor used an arthroscope to inspect the joint in the patients body. 2. A medical student used the arthroscope to examine the inside of the dummy's joint.

arthroscope (N) an instrument through which the interior of a joint may be inspected or operated on.

technocracy (N) 1. Its difficult to imagine what living in a technocracy is like. 2. While most countries don't practice technocracy, the Soviet Union is a common example of one formerly in place.

technocracy (N) the government or control of society or industry by an elite of technical experts.

telepathic (ADJ) 1. Some people believe that twins are telepathic due to their close relationships and biology. 2. The anime character Saiki K. is a psychic with telepathic abilities.

telepathic (ADJ) having the ability to communicate with another person's mind without using physical senses or words

thermodynamics (N) 1. In my science class, we did experiments involving thermodynamics. 2. Measuring the heat capacity for a substances is an experiment commonly found in thermodynamics.

thermodynamics (N) the study of the relations between heat, work, temperature, and energy

brevity (N) 1. When referencing Dostoevsky or Dazai, I always try to have brevity and clarity with my words. 2. The editing company will accept manuscripts if they have brevity and clearness.

brevity (N) concise and exact use of words in writing or speech.

susceptible (Adj) 1. A person's schema is susceptible due to external factors such as parents or environment. 2. When you put yourself in danger, you become susceptible.

susceptible (Adj) capable of being harmed

empirical (Adj) 1. When the lawyer displayed empirical proof, the jury knew what decision to make. 2. Many authors reference empirical data in order to provide context.

empirical (Adj) evidence relating to real experiences

decipher (V) 1. Since I am going to become a professor in linguistics, I will have to decipher many ancient texts. 2. In order to decipher a language, you have to look for many commonalities and differences across different symbols and languages.

decipher (V) to work out what a message says

obtusest (Adj) 1. Even if I am obtusest in the math department, I make up for it with my literature smarts. 2. My family likes to make fun of my sister for being obtusest in school; however, she knows more about the Bible than any kid I know.

obtusest (Adj) the one most lacking sharpness (smart)

remorseful (Adj) 1. Many villains come from dark pasts, making them remorseful to those who seem lucky or innocent. 2. In Jujutsu Kaisen, Choso is remorseful to all jujutsu sorcerers because some of them killed his brothers.

remorseful (Adj) motivated by distress from a sense of guilt

cathartic (Adj) 1. Crying and yelling are cathartic releases. 2. Speaking to someone you trust, like a counselor or teacher, can also provide a cathartic release.

cathartic (Adj) releasing to find relief from trapped emotions

absolution (N) 1. In the hit anime Hell's Paradise, the shinobi Gagamaru will receive absolution if he can bring the shogunate the Elixir of Life.

absolution (N) the act of being formally forgiven

equanimity (N) 1. Ayanokoji's equanimity sets him apart from the rest of his classmates in the show Classroom of the Elite. 2. I strive to obtain equanimity, even in stressful times.

equanimity (N) state of calmness in a difficult situation

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