Vocab List 1 Flashcards
Abhor
Definition: regard with disgust/hatred
Sentence: Bullying is abhorred everywhere.
Errant
Definition: deviating from regular standards
Sentence: The boy got a suspension because of his errant behavior
Aficionado(s)
Definition: fan/devotee/a person who is well informed about a subject
Sentence: A huge crown of the football aficionados were making noise at the game
Docility
Definition: easily managed
Sentence: The puppy’s docility made him my favorite
Emaciation
Definition: to become very thin
Sentence: His eyes, prominent from the emaciation of his face, were a notable side effect of chemotherapy he was getting for the cancer
Censure
Definition: expression of disapproval
Sentence: Angry delegates offered a resolution of censure against the offenders
Panacea
Definition: cure all/ universal remedy
Sentence: The scientists are still trying to find a panacea for cancer
Redundant
Definition: more than necessary/ repetitive
Sentence: The speech was boring because of the redundant ideas
Gamut
Definition: entire range
Sentence: The company has a gamut of products ranging from infant toys to electrical wall outlets
Denizen
Definition: an inhabitant of a place
Sentence: Polar bears are denizens of the snowy Arctic
Zest
Definition: great enthusiasm and energy
Sentence: The zest and intelligence of the worked helped the campaign get successful
Impunity
Definition: exemption from punishment
Sentence: He received impunity for past violations because of his nice apologetic behavior
Nemesis
Definition: enemy
Sentence: Will Harry Potter defeat his nemesis
Dispel
Definition: clear away
Sentence: The explanation of the contract dispelled all doubts
Ravages
Definition: destructive effects
Sentence: There are fears that a war could ravage their country
