Vocab Membean

implacable

someone who is very stubbornly reacting to a situation because of strong feelings which cause her not to change

infirmity

someone who is weak in body, or ill in health

artless

someone who is without deception; acts being totally natural

meritorious

someone who is worthy of receiving recognition or is praiseworthy because of what she has accomplished

gaunt

someone who looks thin, usually because of illness, tiredness

haggard

someone who looks tired, worn, thin, and exhausted

pallid

someone who looks very pale in an attractive and unhealthy way

rescind

someone who officially ends a law or agreement and states that it is no longer valid

hypocritical

someone who pretends to be a person that he is not

adamant

someone who remains very determined about it, and does not yield to anyone

omniscient

someone who seems to know absolutely everything

indiscreet

someone who shows lack of judgement, especially because she says or does things in public that should only be done privately

flaunt

someone who shows or boasts something in a very proud and shameless way

prodigal

someone who spends a lot of money and/or time carelessly and wastefully with no concern for the future

zealous

someone who spends a lot of time, effort, energy to support something because he believes in it very strong

frugal

someone who spends very little money and even then only on things that are absolutely necessary

eclipses

someone who surpasses or outshines another person in endeavor

loquacious

someone who talks too much

surrogate

someone who temporarily takes the place of another person, acting as a representative usually because that

egotistical

someone who thinks about or is concerned with no one else other than himself

apprentice

someone who trains under a master in order to learn trade or other skill

peripatetic

someone who travels from place to place, living and working only for a short time in each place

countenance

someone who will approve, tolerate or support something

bereaved

someone whose close person or relatives has recently died

incompatible

someone you do not get along or are unable to cooperate with that person and so are in conflict with him

nurture

someone you feed and take care of him/her

incarcerate

someone you put him in prison

elocution

someone's artistic manner of speaking in public, including both the delivery of voice and gestures

impeccable

someone's behavior is perfect, impossible to criticize

inane

someone's behavior that is completely stupid or without much meaning

illustrious

someone's career where it is celebrated and outstanding in her given field of expertise

vindicate

someone's ideas, decisions, or actions, once considered wrong, are proved correct or not to be blamed

buoyant

someone's mood that is in good spirits; economy that has been filled with lots of trade activity

demagogue

someone, usually a political leader, who tries to influence people by making emotional speeches rather than using reasonable arguments

sundry

something all different from each other and cannot form a single group, but can be thought as being together for the sake of ease

illusory

something appears real or possible, but it is in fact not

remnant

something are the small remaining parts of it after the main part has been used or destroyed

abate

something bad or pain that it comes less strong and severe

rife

something bad or unpleasant is very common

subside

something begins to go away, lessens, or decrease in some way

derivative

something borrowed from something else; unoriginal

evocation

something creates or summons a clear mental image or impression of it through words, pictures, or music

dissipate

something disappears because it is driven away, or it is completely used up in some way that is sometimes wasteful

penance

something done to right a wrong, usually via some form of self-punishment

infinitesimal

something extremely small or so minute that it is very hard to measure

plummet

something falls down from a high position very quickly

abstruse

something highly complicated and difficult to understand

gratuitous

something is freely given, but also that it is usually unnecessary, and can be harmful or upsetting

crescendo

something is getting louder and louder or increasing in intensity and is abut to reach its peak strength

protrude

something is sticking or pushing outward from something else

pungent

something like a spice, aroma, or speech, is sharp and penetrating

luxuriant

something like plant or hair that is growing well and is very healthy

advent

something new, such as an invention, marks the beginning of its arrival or appearance to the world at large

frivolous

something not worth taking seriously or considering because it is silly or childish

ironic

something opposite of what which is expressed, something giving humor or a grin twist to the situation at hand

adjunct

something or someone that is added to or joined to something that is larger or more important

anachronism

something or someone that is out of place because they are set in the wrong time period

sublime

something so strikingly beautiful that is seems not of this world

poignant

something that affects you deeply and makes you feel sad or full of pity

impinge

something that affects you in a negative way

omnipresent

something that appears to be everywhere at the same time, or is ever-present

mesmerize

something that attracts or holds your interest so much that you do not pay attention to anything else

impediment

something that blocks or obstructs progress, or is a weakness or disorder, such as having difficulty speaking

tactile

something that can be physically touched

curative

something that can be used for curing people's illness

volatile

something that can change easily and widely

indelible

something that cannot be forgotten, permanent mark, impossible to erase

inconceivable

something that cannot be imagined or conceived of, that is, beyond reason or unbelievable

affliction

something that causes pain and mental suffering, especially a medical condition

engender

something that causes to some condition

bedevil

something that causes you a lot of problems and difficulties over a period of time

interminable

something that continues for very long time in a boring or annoying way

incessant

something that continues on for quite some time without stopping

temporal

something that deals with the present and somewhat brief time of this world

inconspicuous

something that does not attract attention and is not easily seen or noticed because it is small or ordinary

awry

something that does not happen in the way that was planned

redundant

something that exceeds what is necessary, or is needlessly wordy or repetitive

notional

something that exists as an idea or in theory, but not in reality

ensue

something that happens after or as a result of another event

synchronous

something that happens at the same time

concomitant

something that happens at the same time as something else and is connected with it in some fashion

diurnal

something that happens in daily basis

intermittent

something that happens in irregular intervals, stopping and starting at unpredictable times

fortuitious

something that happens purely by chance and produces a successful or pleasant result

ethereal

something that has a delicate beauty that makes it seem not part of the real world

deleterious

something that has a harmful effect

capacious

something that has a lot of space and can contain a lot of things

resonate

something that has an emotional effect or a special meaning for you that is significant

gilded

something that has been deceptively given a more attractive appearance that it might normally possesses; thin layer of gold

ingrained

something that has been fixed or rooted in their ming permanently

unprecedented

something that has never occurred before, which makes it extraordinary, original, or new

amorphous

something that has no clear shape, boundaries, or structure

inert

something that has no power or movement or is inactive

pristine

something that has not lost any of its original perfection or purity

corrugated

something that has parallel ridges, troughs, or grooves in it

variegated

something that has various tones or colors; it can also mean filled with variety

imperative

something that have to be done it is absolutely necessary or very important that it indeed be accomplished

whet

something that increases your desire for something, especially by giving you a little idea or pleasing hint of what it is like

piquant

something that interesting and exciting; food that is pleasantly spicy

facet

something that is a side, feature, or aspect of it

immutable

something that is always the same and cannot be changed

ostentatious

something that is an extreme and exaggerated way of impressing people

primeval

something that is ancient or belonging to the original development of something

veritable

something that is authentic, genuine, or without debt

hypothetical

something that is based on possible situations or events rather than actual ones

luminous

something that is bright and growing

succinct

something that is clearly and briefly explained without using any unnecessary words

flamboyant

something that is colorful, daring, and attracts attention

annihilate

something that is completely destroyed or wiped out

bastion

something that is considered an important and effective defense of a way of life or principle

sacrosanct

something that is considered to be so important, special, or holy that no one is allowed to criticize, tamper with, or change it in any way

vogue

something that is currently in fashion or is one of the hottest new trends

insidious

something that is dangerous because it seems harmless or not important but gradually develops over time to cause harm or damage

inanimate

something that is dead, motionless, or not living

tantalize

something that is desirable and provoking, but nevertheless out of reach

anomaly

something that is different from what is usual or expected and is hence highly noticeable

vile

something that is disgusting, wretched, or very pleasant

scuttle

something that is done away or discarded

behest

something that is done because someone urgently asked for it or authoritatively ordered it to happen

edification

something that is done to benefit that person by teaching him something that improves or enlightens his knowledge or character

humdrum

something that is dull, boring, or tiresome

opaque

something that is either difficult to understand or is not transparent

diabolical

something that is evil, cruel, or very bad

superlative

something that is excellent, outstanding, or simply the best

incisive

something that is expressed both clearly and briefly, and demonstrates real understanding of related issues

colossal

something that is extremely big, gigantic, or huge

arduous

something that is extremely difficult and so involves a lot of effort

heinous

something that is extremely evil, shocking, and bad

gargantuan

something that is extremely large

excruciating

something that is extremely painful, intense

ludicrous

something that is extremely silly, stupid, or just plain stupid

conducive

something that is favorable or helpful in getting something to happen

unwieldy

something that is hard or awkward to handle because of the way that it is shaped

noxious

something that is harmful, extremely unpleasant, and usually poisonous

clandestine

something that is hidden or kept a secret, often because it is illegal

harrowing

something that is highly distressing, terrifying, or very disturbing

sumptuous

something that is impressive, grand, and very expensive

dormant

something that is in a state of sleep or temporarily not active

trivial

something that is insignificant, commonplace, of little value, or not important

revile

something that is intensely hated and criticized

punctuate

something that is interrupted or emphasized at intervals; specifically pointed out

nascent

something that is just starting to develop and is expected to become stronger and bigger in time

esoteric

something that is known about or understood by very few people

susceptible

something that is likely or inclined to be affected by it

trifle

something that is little or no importance or value

vibrant

something that is lively and full of energy in a way that is exciting and attractive

voluminious

something that is long, large, or vast in size

pivotal

something that is more important than anything else in a situation or a system, and it is the key to its success

predominant

something that is most important or the most common thing

kinetic

something that is moving, dynamic, and energetic

arcane

something that is mysterious and secret, known and understood by only a few people

requisite

something that is needed, appropriate, or necessary for that specific purpose

moribund

something that is no longer effective; be coming to the end of its useful existence

rancid

something that is no longer fresh, but rather is decomposing and has a bad taste or smell

latent

something that is not active or has not developed at the moment, but may develop or become active in the future

circumstantial

something that is not an essential or primary part of something, but rather is merely incidental and perhaps insignificant to the situation at hand

unobtrusive

something that is not easily noticed or does not stand out in any way

factitious

something that is not genuine or natural and is made to happen in a forced, artificial way

anthropomorphic

something that is not human, but is shaped like a human, or has human characteristics, such as behavior

inadvertent

something that is not intentionally done but is an accident because one is not being attentive to one's surrounding

innocuous

something that is not likely to offend or harm anyone

stagnant

something that is not moving, and so is not growing or progressing as it should

extraneous

something that is not relevant or connected to something else, or is not essential to a given situation

contrived

something that is obviously thought about or planned before hand

loathsome

something that is offensive, disgusting, and brings about intense dislike

repulsive

something that is offensive, highly unpleasant, or just plain disgusting

antiquated

something that is old-fashioned and not suitable to modern needs or conditions

archaic

something that is out of date or not currently used any more because it is no long useful or ancient

tranquil

something that is peaceful, quite, and calm

viable

something that is practical or can be accomplished, and so is worth doing

paltry

something that is practically worthless or insignificant

arboreal

something that is related to trees or living in trees

hallowed

something that is respected and admired, usually because it is holy or important in some way

dispersal

something that is scattering or distribution over a wide area

sinuous

something that is shaped or moves like a snake with many smooth twists and turns that can often be highly graceful

grandiose

something that is showy, impressive, and magnificent

obsolescent

something that is slowly becoming no longer needed because something newer or more effective has been invented

grotesque

something that is so distorted or misshapen that it is disturbing, bizarre, gross, or very angry

stigma

something that is socially not acceptable and hence has a strong feeling of shame or disgrace attached to it

incongruous

something that is strange when considered along with its group. It seems different from others

commandeer

something that is taken or seized, usually by force

intrinsic

something that is the basic and essential feature which makes it what it is

epitome

something that is the best possible example of that thing

tenuous

something that is thin, weak, and unconvincing

vaunted

something that is too highly praised and boasted about

inconclusive

something that is uncertain or provide no final answers

ambiguous

something that is unclear or confusing because it can be understood in multiple ways

nebulous

something that is unclear, vague, and not clearly defined

implausible

something that is unlikely or hard to believe that it is true

superfluous

something that is unnecessary and is more than what is wanted or needed at the current time

unsavory

something that is unpleasant or morally unacceptable

aberrant

something that is unusual, not socially acceptable, or a departure from the norm

expedient

something that is useful, advantageous, or appropriate to get something accomplished

garish

something that is very bright and colorful but is ugly, cheap, and showy

immaculate

something that is very clean, pure, or completely free from error

inscrutable

something that is very hard to figure out, discover, or understand what it is all about

pernicious

something that is very harmful or evil, often in a way that is hidden or not quickly noticed

formidable

something that is very impressive in size, power, or skill

profusion

something that is very large quantity or variety of it

mundane

something that is very ordinary and not interesting or exciting, especially because it happens very often

uncanny

something that is very strange, unnatural, or highly unusual

travail

something that is very tiring, very unpleasant, or very difficult

proverbial

something that is very well-known or famous, or is known for its wisdom

perennial

something that last a very long time and is enduring

daunt

something that make you feel worried about dealing with it because you think it will be very difficult or dangerous

lucrative

something that makes lots of money

sinister

something that makes you feel an evil, bad or harmful thing is about to happen

disconcert

something that makes you feel anxious, worried, or confused

confound

something that makes you feel surprised and confused

unnerve

something that makes you upset or nervous, or makes you lose your courage because it frightens you

undulate

something that moves or is shaped like waves with gentle curves that smoothly rise and fall

inopportune

something that occurs at an inconvenient or not suitable

vernal

something that occurs in spring; youth and freshness

reminiscent

something that reminds you of it in someway

inhibit

something that restricts or keeps you from doing it

satiate

something that satisfies your need or desire so completely that you often feel that you have had too much

ubiquitous

something that seems to be everywhere

exemplify

something that serves as an example of it, or illustrates or demonstrates it

lustrous

something that shines in a soft and gentle way by reflecting light

propitious

something that shows favorable conditions

congenital

something that someone is born with, such as a character trait or physical trait

blight

something that spoils or damages things severely

putative

something that supposed to be real

supersede

something that takes the place of it or succeeds it

dreary

something that tends to be depressing and groomy

apparition

something that unexpectedly appears that is either a ghost or ghostly

proximity

something to something else is its closeness or nearness to it, in either space or time

metamorphosis

something undergoes the process of change in appearance, character, or even physical shape

inconsequential

something unimportant or are of little to no significance

bestow

something valuable that you are given or presented

reprisal

something violent or harmful which you do to punish someone for something bad or unpleasant that he has done to you

sustenance

something which supports life, and usually refers to food or nourishment of some kind

copious

something with very large amount of it

ecstatic

something you are overjoyed or extremely happy about it

ravage

something you completely destroy, wreck, or damage it

validate

something you confirm that it is sound, true, legal, or worthwhile

rectify

something you correct it or make it right once more

decimate

something you destroy a large part of it, reducing its size and effectiveness greatly

obliterate

something you destroy it to such an extent that there is nothing or very little of it

bifurcate

something you divide it into two separate parts that fork off from each other

replenish

something you fill or stock it

succumb

something you give in or yield to it, or you die from it

relinquish

something you give it up or let it go

procure

something you obtain or get it in some fashion

excise

something you remove it by cutting it out

refurbish

something you repair it in order to improve its appearance or function

instigate

something you start it or stir it up, usually for the purposes of causing trouble of some kind

eradicate

something you tear it by the roots or remove it completely

nondescript

something's appearance is ordinary, dull, and not at all interesting or attractive

remission

something's force is lessening or decreasing

sanctity

something's holiness or sacred quality

concede

something, you unwillingly admit it is true or give in to it

eloquent

speak beautifully in an expressive and persuasive way

nomenclature

specialized vocabulary to classify or organize things in the science or the arts into a clear and usable form

formulate

An action you carefully plan or work it out in great detail ahead of time.

homogeneous

a group which has members or parts that are very similar or are all of the same type

parody

a humorous imitation of more serious writing or music

embark

a journey where you begin by boarding a plane or boat

edifice

a large or impressive building such as a church, palace, temple, or fortress

cornucopia

a large quantity and variety of something good and nourishing

wastrel

a lazy person who waste money and time

despot

a leader who has a lot of power and uses it in a cruel and unreasonable way

monastic

a lifestyle that is very simple, not given to excess in any way, but rather live in a self-denying way

effigy

a likeness or statue of a person, often done in a crude fashion of someone who is disliked

inference

a logical conclusion drawn from available data using reason

saga

a long series of events that is filled with adventure and heroic deeds

patriarch

a male leader of a family or tribe

dapper

a man who has a very neat and clean appearance, fashionable and stylish

requiem

a mass at a funeral, or a piece of music written for the dead

ratification

a measure or agreement is its official approval or confirmation by all involved

conclave

a meeting between a group of people who discuss something secretly

skirmish

a minor battle between small army units, or a fight or argument between individuals

functionary

a minor official who works for government or political party in an administrative capacity performing small, trivial tasks

misapprehension

a misunderstanding or false impression that you are under, especially concerning another person's intentions towards you

paradigm

a model or example of something that shows how something works or how it can be produced

palpable

a mood or feeling that is so strong and intense that it is easily noticed and is almost able to be physically felt

deft

a movement or action that is made quickly and with skill

repertoire

a musician's or dramatist's range of pieces that is ready and she is able to perform

misnomer

a name given to someone or something that doesn't quite fit, or is inaccurate in some obvious way

appellation

a name or title given to a person, place or thing

designation

a name, label, or mark that something is given in order to identify it

fissure

a narrow and long crack or opening, usually in a rock face

interstitial

a narrow opening or a crack between two things

gestation

a new idea, plan, or piece of work develops in your mind; develop of offspring

altercation

a noisy disagreement or heated agreement

melee

a noisy, confusing, hand-to-hand fighting involving a good number of people

aptitude

a particular skill is one's natural ability to perform it well, or one's potential at becoming more skilled at it

lexicon

a particular subject or language is all the words, phrases, and terms associated with it

lattice

a pattern or structure which has parallel sets of lines of material crossing each other

amity

a peaceful relationship between two parties, particularly between two countries

archetype

a perfect or typical example of something because it has the most important qualities that belongs to that type

hiatus

a period of time when there is a break or interruption of some activity

centenary

a period that has lasted one-hundred years

clairvoyant

a person believes that he or she can predict the future or communicate with the spirits of dead

skittish

a person or animal that is easily made nervous or alarmed and is like to change behavior quickly and unpreditably

autocratic

a person or organization rules with complete power and makes decisions and gives orders to people without asking their opinion

placid

a person or scene is calm, quiet, and undisturbed, and generally tends to remain so

superficial

a person or subject that is shallow, without depth, obvious, and concerned only with surface manners

malevolent

a person or thing that is evil due to deliberate attempts to cause harm

unkempt

a person or thing that is untidy and has not been kept neat

cynical

a person thinks that people are motivated primary by selfish motives, and so not only doubts them, but is also highly sarcastic and skeptical about them

notorious

a person well-known by the public at large, being usually famous for doing something bad

officious

a person who acts self-important and is very eager to offer unwanted advice or services, which makes him highly annoying

complacent

a person who are too confident and relaxed because they think that they can deal with a situation easily, although this may not be true

solicitous

a person who behaves in a way that shows great concern about someone's health, safety, etc

petulant

a person who behaves in an unreasonable and childish way, especially because he does not get what he wants

agnostic

a person who believes that it is impossible to know conclusively whether God exists or not

skeptic

a person who doubts popular claims or facts about things that other people believe to be true

adversary

a person who goes against you in some way, such as opponent in a contest or a personal enemy in a conflict

voracious

a person who has a strong desire to want a lot of something

infamous

a person who has a very bad reputation because he has done disgraceful things

inebriated

a person who has drunk too much alcohol; someone who is filled with feelings and emotions

decadent

a person who has low moral standards and is more interested in pleasure than serious matters

fervid

a person who has strong feelings about something and so is very sincere and enthusiastic about it

intrusive

a person who intrude, butts in, or interferes where he is not welcome

gullible

a person who is easy to trick because he or she is too trusting of other people

gregarious

a person who is friendly, highly social, and prefers being with people rather than being alone

degenerate

a person who is immoral, wicked, or corrupt

benign

a person who is kind, gentle, and harmless

forlorn

a person who is lonely because he has been abandoned

demented

a person who is not in right mind, he is crazy, insane, highly irrational, or mentally ill

mendacious

a person who is not telling the truth

affable

a person who is pleasant, friendly, and easy to talk to

compliant

a person who is readily willing to do that which is asked for he/she

neurotic

a person who is too anxious or worried about events in everyday life

indigent

a person who is very poor

languid

a person who is very slow, relaxed, and shows little energy or interest in doing anything

genteel

a person who is well-mannered, has good taste, and is very polite in social situation also from upper-class background

intrepid

a person who is willing to do dangerous things or go to dangerous places

automonous

a person who makes their own decisions without being influenced by anyone else

exemplary

a person who sets an ideal or praiseworthy example for others to follow

convalescent

a person who spends time resting to gain health and strength after a serious illness

sedentary

a person who spends time sitting down without moving or exercising often

scrupulous

a person who takes great care to do everything in an extremely honest and fair manner

mercenary

a person whose sole interest is earning money

congenial

a person, place, or environment that is pleasant, friendly, and enjoyable

aspiration

a personal goal or ambition that one wants to achieve

vignette

a picture or short description in a book or play which shows the typical features of a person or situation it represents

fugue

a piece of classical music that starts with a simple thematic melody which is then developed into a complicated pattern by repeating the melody with different instruments

discursive

a piece of writing that includes a lot of information that is not relevant to the main subject

tortuous

a piece of writing, that is long and complicated with many twists and turns of direction

idyll

a place or situation which is extremely pleasant, peaceful, and has no problems

subterranean

a place that is underground or below the earth, often hidden or secret

advocate

a plan or action you publicly push for implementing it

vicarious

a pleasure or feeling is being experienced by watching or reading about another person doing something rather than doing it yourself

vantage

a position, condition, or place that contains a powerful benefit, favored spot, or helpful aid of some kind

inalienable

a privilege that cannot be taken away or not enforced

cessation

a process where it has a stop or halt to it

vendetta

a prolonged situation in which one person or group tries for a long time to harm another person or group

tirade

a prolonged, verbal outburst that severely criticized someone or something

referendum

a proposed measure or other concern that is brought before the people for vote

riposte

a quick, clever reply often made in answer to some criticism

cogent

a reason or argument that is strong and convincing

insurrection

a rebellion or open uprising against an established form of government

maxim

a recognized rule of conduct or a general statement of a truth or principle

fiduciary

a relationship is one in which one individual has the trust and confidence of another to manage or protect her money

trite

a remark or an idea that is overused that it is no longer interesting or novel

caustic

a remark that is unkind, critical, cruel, and mocking

cadence

a repeated pattern of movement or sound, such as a person's voice rises and falls when reading something out loud

tether

a restraint that holds something in place, such as a leash, rope, chain, etc

repercussion

a result or effect of an act

magnate

a rich and powerful person in an industry or business

resurgence

a rising again or comeback of something

commodious

a room or house that is very large and roomy, which makes it convenient and highly suitable for living

fracas

a rough and noisy fight or loud argument that can involve multiple people

circuitous

a route, journey, or writing that is long and complicated, rather than simple and direct

stricture

a rule or condition that imposes restriction or limits on what you can do

precept

a rule or principle that teaches correct behavior

cardinal

a rule or quality that is considered to be the most important or basic in a set of rules

repository

a safe place, such as a chest or storage area

collateral

a security or guarantee, usually presented by person property of equal value, that a borrower must put up when she takes out a loan

gradation

a series of successive small differences or changes in something that add up to an overall major change

malady

a serious illness; it can also be used to refer to serious and widespread problems within a society or an organization

rubric

a set of instructions at the beginning of document, such as an examination or term paper

memorandum

a short note to help remember something one has to do

respite

a short period of rest from work or something troubling

aphorism

a short, witty phrase that contains a wise idea

harbinger

a sign that foretells that something is going to happen, especially something bad

revelry

a situation in which people are celebrating with wild, noisy, and happy dancing, eating, and drinking

farce

a situation or event that is very badly organized and unsuccessful, or so silly and ridiculous that you cannot take it seriously

labyrinthine

a situation or process that is very complicated, involved, and difficult to understand

incipient

a situation or quality that is just beginning to appear or develop

precarious

a situation or state where it can very quickly become dangerous without warning

discordant

a situation that does not fit with other things and is therefore disagreeable, strange, or unpleasant

confluence

a situation where two or more things meet or flow together at a single point

bedlam

a situation with a great deal of noise and confusion

modicum

a small amount of something, especially a small amount of some good quality

enclave

a small area within a large area of a city or country in which people of different nationality or culture live

nuance

a small difference in something that may be difficult to notice but is fairly important

microcosm

a small group, place, or activity that has all the same qualities as a much larger one

granule

a small particle or tiny grain of something

foible

a small weakness or character flaw in a person that is considered somewhat unusual but which is also viewed as unimportant and harmless

acrid

a smell or taste that is strong and unpleasant and stings your nose or throat

sardonic

a smile, expression, or comment shows a lack of respect for what someone else has said or done, often because you think you are too important to consider or discuss such a matter

fossilized

a soft material that becomes hardened into stone over time has become

segue

a song, idea, or activity that changes smoothly into it or is followed immediately by it without any stops or breaks

sonorous

a sound that is pleasantly full, strong, and rich

raucous

a sound that is unpleasantly loud, harsh, and noisy

ambient

a sound, light, or temperature are those parts of the environment that surrounds you

cavernous

a space where it yawns like a cavern, immerse in size, both hollow and huge

verbose

a speech or article, contains too much words

diatribe

a speech or piece of writing that angrily attacks someone's ideas or activities at length

eulogy

a speech or piece of writing, often part of a funeral, in which you praise someone or something very much

impromptu

a speech that is unplanned or spontaneous, and has not been practiced in any way beforehand

infiltrate

a spy creeps in or penetrates them so as to gather information

lamentable

a state of affairs that is miserable and just plain awful

reverie

a state of having pleasant dreamlike thoughts that make you forget what you are doing and what is happening around you

stasis

a state of little change over a long period of time

quiescence

a state of quiet and restful action

deprivation

a state when people lack something, especially adequate food or shelter

derogatory

a statement about another person that is highly offensive, critical, uncomplimentary, and often insulting

pithy

a statement or piece of writing that is brief, but intelligent, precise, and to the point

paradox

a statement that appears to be self-contradictory or unrealistic but may surprisingly express a possible truth

spurious

a statement that is false because it is not based on sound thinking and so is not what it appears to be

clarion

a stirring, emotional, and strong appeal to people to take action on something

tempestuous

a storm, temper, or crowd that is violent, wild, and in an uproar

antipathy

a strong feeling of dislike or hostility towards someone or something

fortification

a structure or building that is used in defense against an invading army

palatial

a structure that is grand and impressive, like a palace

demographic

a study that describes the characteristics of part of a population which is usually used for purposes of marketing

inflammable

a substance or person's temper that easily set on fire

porous

a substance that has holes through which liquid can be absorbed

putrid

a substance that is decaying or rotting and so is soul and stinking

resounding

a success, victory, or defeat is very great or complete also a noise that is very loud

deluge

a sudden, heavy down fall of rain; can also mean large number of emails someone gets all at one time

proponent

a supporter or backer of something, such as a cause or other endeavor

adherent

a supporter or follower of a leader or a cause

hallmark

a symbol, badge, or emblem of something, such as success

onerous

a task or responsibility that you dislike having to do it because it is difficult or tiring

contemporary

an object either exists at the same time as something else, or exists at the current time

translucent

an object that allows some light to pass through it

ornate

an object that is heavily or excessively decorated with complicated shapes and patterns

utilitarian

an object that is useful, serviceable, and practical rather than fancy or unnecessary

curio

an object that is very old or unusual, and thus it is viewed as interesting

oscillate

an object that moves repeatedly from one point to another and then back again

writ

an official document that orders a person to do something

fiat

an official order from a person or group in authority

edict

an official order or command given by a government or someone in authority

mandate

an official order or command issued by a government or other authorized body

interdict

an official order that prevents someone from doing something

matriarch

an older and powerful woman who controls a family, community, or other social group

definitive

an opinion of an issue that cannot be challenged, and therefore is the final word

impregnable

an opinion or feeling that is very difficult to change

unorthodox

an opinion that is unusual, not customary, and goes against established way of thinking

antagonist

an opponent in a competition or battle

nemesis

an opponent or archival who cannot be beaten, or is a source of ruin that causes your downfall

pathogen

an organism, such as a bacterium or virus, that causes disease

figurehead

an organization is the apparent head or head in name only

monolith

an organization or system that is very large and unwilling or very slow to change or adapt something new

solvency

an organization that has enough money to pay its bills and other debts

protuberance

an outgrowth, lump, or swelling of some kind

semblance

an outward appearance of what is wanted or expected, but is not exactly as hoped for

exorbitant

an price or fee is much higher than what it should be or what is considered to be reasonable

permeate

an smell, odor, that enters into all parts of it

malfeasance

an unlawful act, especially one committed by a trusted public official

incursion

an unpleasant intrusion, such as a sudden hostile attack or a land being flooded

dissonance

an unpleasant situation of opposition in which ideas or actions are not in harmony or agreement

vagary

an unpredictable or unexpected change in action or behavior

gradient

an upward or downward slanting slope

exasperate

annoy or anger someone in an irritating way

transfuse

another thing is given, put, or imparted to something

erratic

anything that is in the way it behaves the irregular, inconsistent, and not predicatable

baroque

art and architecture that are highly elaborate and overly decorated, filled with excessive ornamentation

inception

beginning or start of something

patronize

behave in a way that seems friendly, but nevertheless show that they think they are more intelligent or important than you

chivalrous

behaves in a polite, kind, generous, and honorable way, especially towards women

errant

behaves in a way that is unacceptable or wrong

propriety

behaving in a socially acceptable and appropriate way

depravity

behavior that is immoral, corrupt, or evil

sentient

being able to experience the world through its senses and possibly has emotional feelings

discrepancy

between two sets of data there is a difference or inconsistency among them, although they should be the same

dismantle

break it down into parts, or destroy something gradually by taking away key aspects of it

demise

can be the death of someone or the slow of something

longevity

can either be having a long life or the life span of a person or object

wholesome

can refer to something that is good for the health of your body and also for your moral health

indomitable

cannot be beaten; refuses to give up under any cirmustances

impenetrable

cannot be gotten through by any mean

genre

category, type, or class of artistic work

schism

causes a group or organization to divide into two groups as a result of differences in its aims and beliefs

detrimental

causes damage, harm, or loss to someone or something

concentric

circles, gradually increasing size, radiate from a common central point

proletarian

class in society makes up the workers or blue-collar class, or those who do not receive a salary but work for an hourly wage

wile

clever tricks or cunning schemes that are used to persuade someone to do what you want

clientele

client or frequent customers who support some business

liaison

cooperation or exchange of information between people or organizations so that they can work well together

injunction

court order that prevents someone from doing something

statutory

created and controlled by rules and laws and hence is legally punishable if violated

morale

current state of self-confidence, how she feels emotionally, and her state of determination to complete tasks in a motivated way

malignant

dangerous or likely to cause death

delusive

deceives you by giving a false belief about yourself or the situation you are in

emphatic

declaration that you are insistent and absolute about it

sacrilegious

deep disrespect that violates something that is sacred or holy

auspicious

describes a positive beginning of something or a certain time which looks to have a good chance of success or prosperity

topical

describes something that is related to the topic, or is of current interest

cognitive

describes things related to judgment, memory, and other mental process of knowing

generic

description or attribute is not specific to anyone thing but applies to all members of an entire class or group

intricate

design or problem that can be both complex and filled with elaborate detail

unquenchable

desire or thirst that cannot be satisfied or gotten rid of.

unrelenting

desire to do something you stop at nothing until you have it

dissension

disagreement or conflict among a group of people

disincentive

does not encourage you to do something, but rather restrains and hinders you from doing it

futile

doing something that is hopeless and pointless because it simply cannot be accomplished

torrential

downpour is heavy, and sometimes severe or intense in its power

arid

dry and lacking in sufficient rainfall to support much life

arid personality

dull and uninteresting

convene

either call people to gather together, or when people come together for the meeting

ecumenical

encourage different Christian churches or different religions to work and worship together in order to unite them in friendship

fruitless

endeavor does not bring about a successful result, but rather has been time spent pointlessly

unbridled

enthusiastic and uncontrolled feeling

unilateral

entirely one-sided, involving only one side of an issue or one country among many

concurrent

events that happen at the same time

distortion

exaggeration, it is twisted out of shape in some way

gratification

experience satisfication or pleasure about a job well done

ravenous

extremely hungry

minuscule

extremely small in size or amount

avarice

extremely strong desire to have a lot of money and possessions

breach

failure to live up a promise

fidelity

faithfulness or loyalty toward something

anguish

feel extreme pain or severe sorrow

vintage

first-rate, often of a past time, or excellent quality or is a classic representative of its kind

delectable

food or drink that is very pleasant, tasty, or attractive

treatise

formal written work that considers and examines a particular subject in a very systematic and extensive way

scaffolding

framework or series of platforms used when fixing or building the building

banter

friendly conversation in which people make friendly jokes and laugh at each other

approbation

full of official praise or approval of something

abolish

gets rid of or puts an end to it

cursory

glance that is very quick, incomplete, and does not pay close attention to detail

communal

goods or items which are shared in common by a community

dubious

great del of disbelief or doubt about it

havoc

great disorder, widespread destruction, and much confusion

cordial

greeting is warm, friendly, and polite

consensus

group of people reaches a general agreement about a given point

culinary

has a skill that is able to cook food very well

plethora

having too much of something

cauterize

he or she burns a wound with a laser or chemical to close it up and prevent it from becoming infected

disinterested

he or she has no personal involvement or attachment to the action

animated

he/she is energetic, lively, and filled with excited activity

apex

highest part or the most important position of an organization or system

acme

highest point of achievement or excellence

zenith

highest, most powerful, or most successful point of something

outlay

how much money is spent on something

repute

how others think of other's, that person's standing or reputation in society is

potency

how powerful or effective it is

paramount

importance or significance is chief or supreme in those things

imperceptible

impossible to be perceived by the mind, or is very difficult to perceive

plight

in trouble or some kind, or in a state of unfortunate circumstances

concerted

intensive and determined work that is performed by two people or more to complete a task

accrue

interest on money or personal benefits gradually increase or build up over time

sectarian

intolerant or unaccepting of point of view that differs from their own

disposition

personality or the way in which you tend to react to the various events in your life, or the mood that you generally have

serene

place or situation that is calm and peaceful

verdant

place that is green because of all the plants and trees that grow there

propagate

plants, animals, or ideas reproduce or generate greater numbers, causing them to spread

subtle

point is clever or so fine or slight that is not obvious

interim

position at school or business temporary until the position can be filled by someone who is more qualified

wane

power, influence, or feelings gradually becomes weaker or less important

adulation

praise or admiration for someone that include more than he or she deserves

lavish

praise, giving, or a meal is abundant or very generous, and can sometimes even border on being excessive

omnious

predicts that something bad will happen in the near future

unsightly

presents an ugly, unattractive, or disagreeable face to the world

intractable

problems, situation, or people that are very difficult or impossible to deal with

protege

promising young person who has been taught, guided, and helped over a period of time by an older more experienced person

imposition

putting an extra burden or duty on someone that is unwelcome by that person

salient

quality of an issue or feature are those that are most important and noticeable

innate

quality of someone that is present since birth

moderation

rather live in a balanced and measured way

terrestrial

refers to living or growing on the land as opposed to the sea

conjugal

refers to marriage and the relationship between a husband and wide, especially their sexual relationship

pecuniary

relating to or concerning money

corporeal

relating to the physical or material world rather than the spiritual; also means the characteristic of the body

parenthetical

remark further explains or qualifies information

verbatim

repeat something exactly the same words that were spoken or written

protocol

rules of conduct or etiquette that a given social situation demands

draconian

rules or laws that are extremely strict and harsh

stringent

rules that are strict, severe, and controlled in a very tight fashion

rustic

rural place or place that is far away from the city

dictum

saying that people often repeat because it says something interesting or wise about a subject

olfactory

senses pertain to your sense of smell

gravity

seriousness or importance of an event or situation

tribulation

severe problems, difficulties, or suffering experienced in a particular situation

retribution

severe punishment that someone deserves because he has done something very wrong

formative

shapes or influences the growth of something else

shard

sharp pieces of glass, pottery, metal, or other hard substances

acuity

sharpness or clearness in vision, hearing, and thought

competent

she is able and skilled enough to do it well

predisposed

she is either made favorable or inclined to something in advance, or she is made susceptible to something, like a disease

introspective

she spends a lot of time examining her own feelings, thoughts, or ideas

anecdote

short personal story that someone tells that is amusing or interesting

parable

short story that is usually told to illustrate a morale or lesson of some kind

excursion

short trip or outing that returns one fairly quickly to one's starting point

piety

showing devotion or loyalty towards something, especially your religion

perilous

situation is highly dangerous or extremely risky

versatile

skillful at many different things and so is highly adaptable or flexible at what he/she can do

rudimentary

skills or knowledge are basic or simple things that are learned early on life

pillage

soldiers steal a lot of things and damage it using violent methods

ingenuity

solving a problem using creativity, intelligence, and cleverness to do so

pedantic

someone gives too much importance to unimportant details and formal rules

exonerate

someone is set free or excused from guilt, task, or a responsibility

destitute

someone lives in extreme poverty, and thus lacks the basic necessities of life

invulnerable

someone or something that can not be harmed in any way, and hence is completely safe or secure

enigmatic

someone or something that is mysterious and difficult to understand

regale

someone tells you stories and jokes to entertain you, or she could also serve you a wonderful feast

vaporous

someone that is not completely formed, but foggy and misty

emissary

someone who acts as a representative from one government or leader to another

interloper

someone who barges into a place where he is not welcome, and interferes with what is going on, often for personal gain

objective

someone who bases their opinion on facts rather than personal feelings or beliefs

choleric

someone who becomes angry very easily

imperious

someone who behaves in a proud, overbearing, and highly confident manner that shows that he or she expects to be obeyed

eccentric

someone who behaves in a strange and unusual way that is different from most people

impudence

someone who behaves in a very rude or disrespectful way

impertinent

someone who behaves rudely and disrespectfully, especially to a superior, such as an older person

voluble

someone who can speak easily about something and his speech flows; people who tends to be very chatty

polyglot

someone who can speak or understand many languages

ambidextrous

someone who can use both left and right hand with equal skill

incoherent

someone who cannot be understood or is very hard to understand

mercurial

someone who changes his mind or mood often, quickly, and unpredictably

capricious

someone who changes his mind repeatedly or behaves in unexpected ways

recluse

someone who chooses to live along and deliberately avoids other people

dissident

someone who disagrees publicly with a government, especially in a country that is not allowed

profundity

someone who displays great intellectual depth and understanding

cavalier

someone who does not seem to care about rules, principles, or other people's feelings even if the situation is serious

heretic

someone who does or believes things that oppose commonly or generally accepted beliefs

furtive

someone who does things sneakily and secretly in order to avoid being noticed

vociferous

someone who expresses his opinion loudly and strongly because he wants his views to be heard

disquiet

someone who feels very worried or nervous

abdicate

someone who gives up his responsibility for something

expatriate

someone who had been driven or exiled from his native land so he is forced to live in another country

seasoned

someone who has a great deal of experience in what she or he does

pinnacle

someone who has arrived the highest point of life goals, career, or even a mountain

incorrigible

someone who has bad habits or does bad things and is unlikely to ever change

meteoric

someone who has become successful extremely quickly

inconsolable

someone who has been so devastated by a terrible event that no one can help her feel better about it

impassive

someone who has not known any emotion

prophetic

someone who has the ability or quality to predict the future

supplicant

someone who humbly and respectfully asks for something from someone who is powerful enough to give it to her

charisma

someone who is able to highly influence others because she is able to inspire loyalty and create enthusiasm through personal charm

prescient

someone who is able to predict what will happen in the future

limber

someone who is able to stretch, move, or bend it easily

lucid

someone who is able to understand things and think clearly

imperturbable

someone who is always calm and not easily upset or disturbed by any situation, even dangerous ones

connoisseur

someone who is an appreciative, informed, and knowledgeable judge of fine arts; he or she who has a great taste in art

contentious

someone who is argumentative and likely to provoke a fight

jaded

someone who is bored with or weary of the world because he had too much experience with it

itinerant

someone who is characterized by traveling or moving about from place to place

venal

someone who is dishonest and ready to do anything for money

insipid

someone who is dull, boring, and has no interesting features

plastic

someone who is easily influence and molded by others

malleable

someone who is easily influenced or controlled by other people

bristling

someone who is easily offended or is annoyed and angry

deify

someone who is either made into a god or adored like one

corpulent

someone who is extremely fat

ebullient

someone who is full of enthusiasm, very happy, and extremely excited about something

prolific

someone who is highly fruitful and so produces a lot of something

jovial

someone who is in a good humor, lighthearted, and jolly

nominal

someone who is in charge in name only, or it can refer to a very small amount of something

vivacious

someone who is lively and has a happy lighthearted manner

woebegone

someone who is looking very sad and filled with grief

luminary

someone who is much admired in a particular profession because he or she is an accomplished expert in that field

infalliable

someone who is never wrong and so is incapable of making mistakes

boisterous

someone who is noisy, excitable, and full of boundless energy

unassuming

someone who is not boastful or arrogant, but modest

brazen

someone who is not embarrassed by anything he does; he simply doesn't care what other people think about him

disingenuous

someone who is not straightforward or is dishonest in what he says or does

flippant

someone who is not taking something as seriously as he should be, so his humor can dismiss that which should be taken to heart

canonize

someone who is officially declared a saint

benevolent

someone who is often kind, filled with goodwill and charitable

clemency

someone who is punished less severely than he could be, having been shown mercy

demure

someone who is quiet and shy and always behaves modestly

alienate

someone who is separated by others from a group

dour

someone who is serious, stubborn, and unfriendly; a place that is plain, dull, and people do not have fun there

crestfallen

someone who is severely disappointed, sad, or depressed

tremulous

someone who is shaking slightly from nervousness or fear, or is simply afraid of something

adroit

someone who is skillful and clever especially in thought, behavior, or action

somnolent

someone who is sleepy

obtuse

someone who is slow to understand things, or deliberately does not try to figure things out

inimitable

someone who is so good or unique in his or her talent that it is unlikely that anyone else can be an equal

rapt

someone who is so involved with something that she does not notice anything else

austere

someone who is strict and severe; simple and plain style

inept

someone who is unable or unsuitable to do a job and hence is unfit for it

inimical

someone who is unfriendly and will likely cause you harm

morose

someone who is unhappy, bad-tempered, and unwilling to talk very much

abrasive

someone who is unkind and rude, wearing away at you in an irritating fashion

craven

someone who is very cowardly

credulous

someone who is very ready to believe what people tell him and therefore can be easily tricked or cheated

nonchalant

someone who is very relaxed and appears not to be worried about anything

virtuoso

someone who is very skillful at something, especially at playing instrument

grandiloquent

speech that is highly formal, exaggerated, and often seems both silly and hollow because it is used to appear impressive and important

replete

stores that are well-stocked and completely supplied to satisfy many customers

malice

strong desire to harm someone physically or emotionally because you hate him/her

condemnation

strong disapproval or blaming of what she or he has done; it can result in a conviction of wrongdoing in court

aversion

strong dislike for something or forceful opposition to something

strife

struggle or conflict, sometimes turning violent

spate

sudden series, significant quantity, or outpouring of them

besiege

surrounded by enemy forces, excessively bothered or overwhelmed by questions or the like

provisional

temporary or conditional until more permanent actions is taken

idiosyncratic

tendencies, behavior, or habits that are unusual and strange

efficacy

the ability or power to produce an expected effect or result

acumen

the ability to make quick decisions and keen, precise judgements

empathy

the ability to understand how others feel

sedition

the act of encouraging people to disobey and oppose the government currently in power

exclusion

the act of shutting someone out from the group or an activity

soliloquy

the act of speaking by oneself, usually performed in the theater

retention

the act or condition of keeping or hold onto something, including the ability to remember things

duress

the application or threat of force to compel someone to act in a particular way

spatial

the aspect of a room or other area is the amount of space it has

pantheon

the best or most regarded member of a particular group

unsurpassed

the best, the top most or the very best

dissolution

the breaking up or official end of a group, such as a couple or institution

sophistry

the clever use of arguments that seem correct but are in fact unsound and misleading, used with the intent to deceive people

synthesis

the combination or blend of two things to form a new whole

fanaticism

the condition of being overly enthusiastic about a cause to the point of being extreme and unreasonable about it

aftermath

the consequence or result that follows a particularly destructive event

rubble

the debris, remains, or wreckage of something that has been ruined, such as a building or other structure

sabotage

the deliberate or intentional destruction or damage of property or equipment in order to defeat or slow down a cause

fortitude

the determination or lasting courage to endure hardship or difficulty over an extended period of time

gentry

the elite, nobility, or upper-class members of a society

paraphernalia

the equipment that one uses to do something, or one's personal belongings collected over a period of time

bigotry

the expression of strong and unreasonable opinions without accepting or tolerating opposing views

synergy

the extra energy or additional effectiveness gained when two groups or organization combine their efforts

regression

the falling back or return to a previous state

trepidation

the fear or uneasiness about something that is going to happen

consternation

the feeling of anxiety or fear, sometimes paralyzing in its effect, and often caused by something unexpected that has happened

vertigo

the feeling or sickness and dizziness some people experience when looking down from a high place

aggregate

the final or sum total after many different amounts or scores that have been added together

precursor

the first event is responsible for the development or existence of the sound

contingent

the first thing depends on the second in order to happen or exist

spontaneity

the freedom to act when and how one wants to, often in an unpredictable or unplanned way

retinue

the group of people, such as friends or servants, who travel with someone important to help and support her

radical

the heart or the root of something, and can often seem extreme in nature

chaff

the husks of grain separated from the edible plant, or useless matter that is cast aside

complicity

the involvement in or knowledge of a situation that is illegal or bad

apathy

the lack of interest or unenthusiastic involvement in an activity where one makes no effort to change or improve it at all

vanguard

the leading spot of something, such as an army or institution

caliber

the level or quality of her ability, intelligence, and other talents

hindsight

the looking upon an event to see what should have been done instead of what was done

protagonist

the main character in a play, novel, or real event

subsistence

the means one has to support one's existence, usually referring primarily to food and shelter

pedagogy

the methods used by a teacher to teach a subject

stupor

the mind and senses are dulled and you are unable to think clearly or act normally, due to use of alcohol and drugs

epiphany

the moment when you suddenly realize or understand something important or significant

crux

the most important or difficult part of a problem or an argument which affects everything else

vernacular

the ordinary and everyday language spoken by people in a particular country or region

residual

the part that still stays or remains after the main part is taken away

remuneration

the payment or other rewards that she gets for work done, goods provided

consummate

the person's skill is very great or almost perfect in every way

domicile

the place where you live or your home

gubernatorial

the position that a governor of a state holds

infusion

the pouring in of something or the introduction of it so as to fill something else up

abstinence

the practice of keeping away from or avoiding something you enjoy, usually for health and religious reasons

attrition

the process of gradually decreasing the strength of someone by continually attacking it

demarcation

the process of setting boundaries or limits, also a line that provides a distinct separation between two things

conciliation

the process that is intended to end an argument between two groups of people

candor

the quality of being honest and open in speech or action

brevity

the quality of expressing something concisely, either in just a few words or in a very short time

suffrage

the right of people to vote in public elections

taxonomy

the science of classifying plants and animals into an organized system

liturgy

the set of rules or formal procedures used during church services

rhetoric

the skill or art of using language to persuade or influence people, especially language that sounds impressive but may not be sincere or honest

quorum

the smallest number of people in group, usually just over 50%, that are needed to make decisions legally

norm

the standard, model, or rule by which people conduct themselves

affluence

the state of having a lot of money and many possessions, granting one a high standard of living

torsion

the strain produced on a body by twisting it

regime

the system of government currently in power in a given area, or a given controlling group or management of an organization

contagion

the transmission of or the disease itself that is easily spread from one person to another through touch or through the air

censure

the verbal disapproval and harsh criticism of something that someone has done

deportment

the way in which you behave, walk, and stand in public

demeanor

the way you look and behave, which gives people insight into your character and feelings

abject

the word that emphasizes a very bad situation or quality and makes it even worse

conjecture

theory or guess that is based on information that is not certain or complete

dichotomy

there is a division of great difference or opposition between two things

turmoil

there is a great confusion, disturbance, instability, and disorder in your life

rampant

there is a lot bad things, and is increasing in a way that is difficult to control

dearth

there is a scarcity or lack of something

connive

they secretly plan to achieve something of mutual benefit, usually a things that is illegal

contiguous

thing that are in contact with or near each other; events that happen one after the other without a break

milieu

things and people that surrounds you and influence the way in which you behave

disparate

things that are clearly different from each other and belongs to very different groups or classes

sylvan

things that are related forests and trees

amenity

things that make a place more comfortable or easy to live in

arbitrary

think that it has been decided without any principle, or system, and therefore can seem unfair

contemplate

thinks about it deeply or gaze at it intently

deficit

when a person or government spends more than they take in in income or tax revenue

reverberate

when a sound echoes or rebounds from one place to another, thus having a continuing effect

deadlock

when contestant has come to a complete stop, because both scores of the game is completely tied

conscientious

when he/she does it in a thorough and careful fashion to make sure that is completely done

meticulous

when someone acts with careful attention to detail

exacting

when someone expects other people to work very hardly and carefully

dogmatic

when someone expresses their opinion in an assertive and often overly self-important manner

transmute

when something changes from one form or state into another

quintessential

when something is the perfect example of its type

culminate

when something reaches its highest point or climax

anarchy

when there is no organization or order, especially when no effective government exists

amalgamate

when two or more things, combine together to become one large thing

harmonious

when two people are in an agreement with each other

glib

when you disapprove something because she made something sound simple, easy, and problem-free when it really wasn't at all

oblivious

when you do not notice the happening of something

coerce

when you force someone to do something that they do not want to do

regurgitate

when you throw up or vomit, or simply repeat what someone else has already said

parlance

when you use words or expressions that are used by a particular group of people who have a unique way of speaking

complement

which finished something or brings it onto a fuller state

unrequited

while you love that person, she or he doesn't return that feeling

arbiter

who can settle an argument or provide advice in a dispute

judicious

who shows good judgement because she is wise and careful in making a decision

rambunctious

wild, unruly, very active, and sometimes hard to control

barrage

words or gunfire, is an attacking stream that bursts steadily upon you

figurative

words that have an abstract or symbolic meaning beyond their literal interpretation

imbibe

you absorb ideas, values, or qualities into your mind; can also refer to drinking water or beverages

capitulate

you accept or agree to do something after having resisted doing so for a long time

presumptuous

you act improperly, rudely, or without respect, especially while attempting to do something that is not socially acceptable

temperance

you act with self-restrain and don't do things in excess

beleaguer

you act with the intent to annoy or harass that person repeatedly until he gives you what you want in the end

acclimate

you adapt or get used to a situation or environment

supplement

you add on some extra to something to make up for a lack in it

assent

you agree with someone or accept what someone has said

acquiesce

you allow something to happen or you do something that someone wants without putting up a struggle or voicing your own concerns

fathom

you are able to understand something complicated or mysterious

indignant

you are angry or really annoyed about something

oppress

you are beaten down, troubled, or burdened by something

wary

you are being careful, cautious, or on your guard because you are concerned about something

aggravation

you are being constantly annoyed or bothered by it, often because it is getting worse over time

auspices

you are being guided and protected by someone

amatory

you are both physically affectionate with or passionately in love with one another

sedate

you are calm, and unlikely to be disturbed by anything

circumspect

you are cautious and you think carefully about something before you say it

beguile

you are charmed and attracted by her

suave

you are charming and very polite, being agreeable, perhaps not always sincerely

perplexed

you are completely confused or baffled by it

sanguine

you are confident and cheerful that everything will work out the way you want it to

obstinate

you are critical of someone because he or she refuses to change their mind, even when other people think she or he is being unreasonable

acerbic

you are criticizing someone in a clever but critical and mean way

ingrate

you are criticizing them because he is not being kind or expressing thanks to someone who has helped him

pensive

you are deeply thoughtful in a sad way

eschew

you are deliberately avoid doing something, especially for moral reasons

stalwart

you are dependable, sturdy, and firm in what you do or promise

disarray

you are disorganized, disordered, in a state of confusion

inquisitive

you are eager to learn and highly serious, sometimes too much

squeamish

you are easily nauseated or shocked by things that are tolerated by most people, or are extremely offensive

captivate

you are enchanted, fascinated, or delighted by something

pathological

you are extreme or unreasonable in something that you do

livid

you are extremely angry

despondent

you are extremely unhappy because you are in a unpleasant situation which you do not think will improve

constrain

you are forced to do something, or are kept from doing it

boon

you are given a special gift or favor that acts as a great benefit to you

directive

you are given an instruction or order that directs you to do something

urbane

you are having in polite, refined, and civilized fashion in social situations

culpable

you are held responsible for something wrong or bad that has happened

predicament

you are in a difficult situation or unpleasant mess that is hard to get out of

quandary

you are in a difficult situation where you have to make a decision but don't know what to do

tedium

you are in a state of boredom

accord

you are in agreement or harmony with someone

jeopardy

you are in danger or trouble of some kind

dire

you are in urgent need of it because the situation you are in is very bad or terrible

disposed

you are inclined or partial toward a particular thing or person

vigilant

you are keenly watchful, careful, or attentive to a task or situation

prone

you are likely or inclined to do something

supine

you are lying on your back with your face upward; you behave in passive or inactive way

apprehensive

you are nervous or fearful about something

impervious

you are not affected by someone's action or words, or you do not notice them

noncommittal

you are not revealing what your opinion is, and are being reserved on purpose

affiliation

you are officially involved or connected with someone

incommunicado

you are out of the touch, unable to be communicated with, or in an isolated situation

melodramatic

you are overreacting to something

bemused

you are puzzled and confused; it can also mean that you are lost or absorbed in thought

rehabilitate

you are restored to a more normal way of life, such as returning to a good health

reprimand

you are scolded, blamed, or giving a talking to by someone for something wrong that you did

staid

you are set in your own ways, that is, settled, serious, law abiding, sober

qualm

you are slightly worried that you might be doing something wrong

saunter

you are taking a stroll or slow walk from one place to another

usurp

you are taking someone's power, position, or role from them even though you do not have the right to

personify

you are the perfect example of something

lethargic

you are tired, lack of energy, and are willing to exert effort

subservient

you are too eager and willing to do what other people want, and often put your own wish aside

ambivalent

you are uncertain whether you like it or not, or what you should do about it

indifferent

you are uninterested or neural about something, not caring either in a positive or negative way

bewilder

you are very confused or puzzled by it

forte

you are very good at it or know a lot about something

adept

you are very good, skillful, or talented at it

felicity

you are very happy about something

wayward

you are very headstrong, independent, disobedient, unpredictable, and practically unmanageable

impassioned

you are very passionate or highly emotionally charged about something

vainglorious

you are very proud of yourself, and let other people know about it

disconsolate

you are very unhappy or so sad that nothing will make you feel better

distraught

you are very upset or worried about some situation

sapient

you are wise or very learned

postulate

you assert that something is true and that is should be used as a basis for argument or reasoning, despite the fact that there is no proof for that assumption

comport

you behave in a particular way; two thing agrees, harmonizes, or is consistent with it

bellicose

you behave in an aggressive way and are likely to start an argument or fight

rectitude

you behave or conduct yourself in an honest and morally correct manner

jostle

you bump against or push someone, usually because you are in a crowd of many people

conjure

you call the image of the past or summon them in your mind by imagining them

lithe

you can move easily and gracefully

waver

you cannot decide between two things because you have a serious doubts about which choice is better

elude

you cannot remember or understand something; you manage to escape or hide from something

diversion

you cause someone to turn aside momentarily from what she is doing by distracting her

beget

you cause something to happen or you create it

volition

you choose to do it because you want to, not because you are forced to

perpetrate

you commit a crime or do some other bad thing for which you are responsible

commune

you communicate with someone without using words because you feel especially close or in tune with them

correlate

you compare, associate, or equate two things together in some way

redress

you correct or improve someone's complaint for the person who had been wronged, usually by paying him money or offering him an apology

castigate

you criticize or punish someone severely

denigrate

you criticize or speak ill of it in a way that shows you think it has little to no value at all

insular

you criticize someone for either being unwilling to meet anyone outside his own small group or not being interested in learning new ideas

denounce

you criticize something severely in public because you feel strongly that they are wrong or evil

pragmatic

you deal with something in a realistic and practical way

apportion

you decide how money or blame should be shared amongst various people

bedeck

you decorate something in a showy way

subdue

you defeat enemy or emotions, or bring them under control

stipulate

you demand or specify certain things that needed to be met before you, in turn, will do something

delineate

you describe an idea or situation or border in a great detail

disdain

you despise someone, or regard that person as unworthy of your notice and attention

idolatry

you disapprove of how someone is acting because you think someone blindly admires someone for something too much

deprecate

you disapprove of something strongly

unseemly

you disapprove someone's behavior because it is not in good taste or not suitable for a particular situation

abhor

you dislike something very much, usually because you think it's immoral

impunity

you dislike the fact that she is not being punished for doing something illegal

exuberance

you display great excitement, energy, and enthusiasm

intersperse

you distribute them or scatter them against other things, sometimes at different intervals

refrain

you do not do it although you want to

renege

you do not do what you have agreed or promised to do

florid

you do not like something because it has too much decoration or is too elaborate

unflagging

you do not stop at a task, and are untiring when working upon it

reciprocate

you do or give something to someone because she has done or given something similar to you

panache

you do something in a way that shows great skill, style, and confidence

imprudent

you do something unwise, shows little good judgement, or has no forethought

finesse

you do something with great skill and care, especially handling difficult situation which might easily offend people

servile

you don't respect him because he is too obedient, too agreeable, and too willing to do anything for another person

elicit

you draw an answer from someone by force, or cause it to happen by something you say

exalt

you either praise someone highly or promote someone to a higher position in an organization

appease

you either satisfy someone or make peace with them

meander

you either wander about it with no particular goal or follow a path that twists and turns a great deal

beset

you experiencing serious problems or dangers because of something

expound

you explain something in great detail

condole

you express sympathy or sorrow, usually on the death of someones dear

revulsion

you feel a great deal of disgust or extreme dislike for something

chagrin

you feel embarrassed or annoyed because you have failed at something or have been let down in some way

nostalgic

you feel happy about time in the past, and wish that things had not changed

compulsion

you feel like you must do something about it

beholden

you feel that you have a duty toward someone because she has helped you in some way

vehement

you feel very strongly or intense about something

plunder

you forcefully take or rob other's possessions, especially during times of war, natural disaster

cull

you gather items or information from a number of different places in selective manner

amass

you gather something together or accumulate them

retaliate

you get back at or get even with someone for something that he has done to you

surmount

you get better of something by conquering or overcoming a problem or difficulty

jettison

you get rid of something because you think it is not useful or appropriate

rebuff

you give an unfriendly answer to a suggestion or offer of help; you hastily turn that person away

adduce

you give facts and examples in order to prove that something is true

abandon

you give in to the impulse of the moment and behave in a wild, uncontrolled way

cede

you give someone land or power often because of political and military pressure

recompense

you give someone something, usually money, for the trouble or loss that you have caused

relegate

you give that someone or thing a less important position than before

condone

you go along with someone's behavior and provide silent support for it despite doubts about it

litigate

you go before a court in order to bring forth a lawsuit or voice another concern you may have

bequeath

you hand it down to her in will, or pass it on from one generation to the next

rebuke

you harshly scold or criticize that person for what he or she has done

abominate

you hate something because you think it is extremely wrong and unacceptable

steadfast

you have a firm belief in your actions or opinion and refuse to give up or change them because you are certain that you are doing the right thing

ulterior

you have a hidden reason for doing something

affinity

you have a natural liking for or connection to something

covet

you have a strong desire to have something for yourself

animus

you have a strong feeling of dislike or hatred towards that person, often without a really good reason or simply based on your personal prejudices

penchant

you have a strong fondness to an activity, that you also enjoy it

ardor

you have an intense feeling of love, excitement, and admiration for it or for that person

paranoia

you have extreme distrust of others, and feel like they are always out to get you

misconstrue

you have misunderstood or interpreted something incorrectly

stolid

you have or show little emotion about anything at all

myriad

you have so many and such a great variety of something that it is hard to keep count

inundate

you have so much of something that you cannot deal with it; causes flooding

latitude

you have the freedom to choose your method and exercise you own judgement in doing it

improvise

you have to make something up on the spot since you have been surprised by an unexpected situation that has arisen

abet

you help someone in a criminal or illegal act

commemorate

you honor them or cause them to be remembered in some way

envisage

you imagine or consider its future possibility

interpolate

you insert the words into a piece of writing or conversation

interpose

you interrupt or interfere in some fashion

encroachment

you intrude upon or invade another person's private space

nettle

you irritate someone

concatenate

you join two things together by linking them one after the other

cavort

you jump and dance around in a playful, excited, or physically lively way

perpetuate

you keep it going or continue it indefinitely

sequester

you keep someone separate from other people

assertive

you know what you strongly want and strongly persist in getting it

abscond

you leave suddenly from a place that has imprisoned or persecuted you, or you leave from a place with something that doesn't belong to you

adulterate

you lessen its quality by adding inferior ingredients or elements to it

melancholy

you look and feel very sad

retrospect

you look back on or think about what happened in the past with the advantage of knowing more now that you did then

surmise

you make a guess, offer a possibility, or have a theory about it

expedite

you make an action or process happen more quickly

buttress

you make an argument, idea, or even a building stronger by providing support

belittle

you make it seem little, of small importance, or insignificant

gesticulate

you make movements with your hands and arms when you are talking, usually because you want to emphasize something

alleviate

you make pain or suffering less intense or severe

arraign

you make someone come to court to answer a criminal charge

elucidate

you make something easier to understand by giving more relevant information

assuage

you make something less painful or severe, thereby coming it

embellish

you make something more beautiful by decorating it

truncate

you make something shorter or quicker by removing or cutting off part of something

transpose

you make two things change places or reverse their normal order

facile

you mean that someone's idea is too simplistic and not well thought through

travesty

you mean that something is an extremely bad, cruel, or absurd version of it

ephemeral

you mean that something lasts for only a short time or has a very short lifespan

somatic

you mean that something relates to or affects the body and not the mind

broach

you mention a subject that may be embarrassing or unpleasant in order to begin a discussion about it

derision

you mock or make fun of someone because you think that person is stupid, unimportant, or useless

accost

you move towards someone and speak in an unpleasant or threatening way

thwart

you obstruct or stop them from happening

proffer

you offer something up or hold it out to someone

bolster

you offer support in a moment or need to something

adjudicate

you officially decide who is right or what should be done in a competition or dispute

contrary

you oppose or go against an existing opinion or fashion

reimburse

you pay her back the money that you borrowed from her, or pay for damages or losses that she has suffered

prowess

you possess considerable skill or ability in something

acclaim

you praise someone highly and approve of someone enthusiastically

stifle

you prevent something from being expressed

preclude

you prevent something/someone from doing so

gloss

you provide an explanation of a difficult word, or writing, in form of a note

recant

you publicly announce that your once firmly held beliefs or statement were wrong and that you no longer agree with them

absolve

you publicly or formally say that someone is not guilty or responsible of any wrongdoing

aloof

you purposely do not participate in activities with them, but remain distant and detached

anoint

you put an oil to someone's body; to appoint someone to an important job

peruse

you read some written text carefully

pittance

you receive a small amount of something but you know that you deserve more

plaudit

you receive admiration, praise, and approval from someone

curtail

you reduce or limit something

mitigate

you reduce the harmful or painful effects of something

allude

you refer to someone in indirect way, often in literature in reference to other works or characters

unflappable

you remain calm, cool, and collected in even the most trying of situations

reiterate

you repeat it or say something again

retort

you reply in a quick and witty fashion

mollify

you say or do something to make that person feel less angry or upset

impute

you say that someone is responsible for the blame or a crime

malign

you say unpleasant things about someone to damage his reputation

disparage

you say unpleasant words that how you have no respect for that person of thing

reverent

you show a great deal of respect, admiration, or even awe for something

exult

you show great pleasure and excitement, especially about something you have achieved

accolade

you show her great praise because you highly approve of or respect something that she has done

strut

you show off or act like you own the world

deference

you show someone respect and accept her opinion or decision, especially because she has an important position

debunk

you show something is false, thereby exposing the truth of the matter

disillusion

you show that a belief she holds dear is untrue, thus disheartening and disappointing her

altruistic

you show you care about other people and their interest more than you care about yourself

consign

you sign over or entrust her to that person's protection

enunciate

you speak or state something clearly so that you can be easily understood

berate

you speak to someone angrily because she has done something wrong

chastise

you speak to someone angrily or punish him for something wrong that he has come

abjure

you state publicly that you will give up a belief or a way of behaving or reject it

slovenly

you strongly disapprove of someone because you think he is untidy or messy

espouse

you support an idea, principle, or belief wholehearedly

divest

you take away the power, rights, or authority from someone

expropriate

you take something away from your own use although it does not belong to you

appropriate

you take something that does not belong to you for yourself without the right to do so

indoctrinate

you teach someone a set beliefs so throughly that he rejects any other beliefs or ideas without any critical thought

admonish

you tell someone gently but with seriousness that he or she has done something wrong, cautioning that person to never do it again

digress

you temporarily depart or stay from the central focus or topic at hand

temperamental

you tend to become easily upset, and experience unpredictable mood swings

deliberate

you think about or discuss something very carefully, especially before making an important decision

despicable

you think it is extremely unpleasant or nasty

odious

you think someone is unpleasant

astute

you think someone understands the situation or behavior and uses to her advantage

unfeasible

you think that some goal or task cannot be made or achieved

duplicity

you think that someone is dishonest and intends to trick you

abysmal

you think that the situation is extremely bad or of wretched quality

pompous

you think you are better than other people, and so tends to show off and be highly egocentric

pretentious

you think you are really great in some way and let everyone know about it, when in fact that is not the case at all

dupe

you trick someone into believing something that is not true

emulate

you try to behave in the same way as someone, because you admire her a great deal

dissuade

you try to discourage or prevent someone from doing something

circumvent

you try to get around some rule or restriction in a cleaver way and perhaps dishonest way

avert

you turn away from some difficult or somewhat situation

intertwine

you twist two things together and thereby interconnect them

artifice

you use clever tricks and cunning to deceive someone

deplete

you use something up or lessen its amount over a given period of time

forage

you use your hands in a busy way to search inside for something, like a pocket or bag

vengeful

you want to get back at someone for something that she did to you, and so are unwilling to forgive her

vindictive

you want to take revenge upon someone who has done something bad for you

amenable

you willingly accept something without arguing

vilify

you write or say bad things about them to make them unpopular

transcribe

you write or type full speech or some other text

progeny

your children or descendants

pique

your curiosity is aroused by something, or you feel resentment or anger toward it

visage

your face or expression that your face can make

repose

your mind is at peace or your body is at rest

rationale

your reason or explanation for why you did something

prerogative

your right or privilege to do something

entourage

a group of assistants, servants, and other people who tag along with an important person

clique

a group of people who spend a lot of time together and tends to be unfriendly toward other people

heterogeneous

a group that is made up of many different or unlike parts

analogous

a comparison can be made between the two because they are similar in some way

permutation

a complete change or total transformation

preconception

a conceived notion that you already have, usually in the form of a bias or prejudice of some kind

convoluated

a concept or procedure that is complex and takes many twists and turns

nexus

a connection or series of connections between a number of people, things, or ideas, often forming the center of a system or situation

watershed

a crucial event or turning point in either the history of a nation or the life of an individual that brings about a significant change

stereotype

a customary way of thinking about a particular group of people which is narrow-minded and often faulty

unanimous

a decision about something all people involved agree or are united in their opinion

affirmation

a declaration or confirmation that something is true

compendium

a detailed collection of information on a particular or specific subject, unusually in a book

exposition

a detailed explanation of an idea, theory, or problem, either in a spoken or written format

incendiary

a device that causes objects to catch on fire

quagmire

a difficult and complicated situation which is not easy to avoid or get out; also a swamp

impasse

a difficult situation in which progress is not possible, usually because none of the people involved are willing to agree

dilemma

a difficult situation or problem that consists of a choice between two equally disagreeable or unfavorable alternatives

endemic

a disease or life form, is very frequently found and restricted to that area or region

virulent

a disease that is very dangerous and spread very quickly

polarization

a division or separation caused by a difference in opinion or conflicting views

misgiving

a doubt or uncertainty that you have about something, usually, something that you are about to do

facade

a false outward appearance or way of behaving that hides what someone or something is really like

pandemic

a far-reaching epidemic that affects people in a very wide geographic area

camaraderie

a feeling of friendship and trust among a group of people who have usually known each other over a long period of time

visceral

a feeling or attitude that is strong and difficult to control or ignore

pseudonym

a fictitious or false name that someone uses, such as an alias or pen name

ultimatum

a final statement or final offer on an issue

succulent

a food that is juicy and tasty; sweet tomato

impetus

a force or influence that makes something happen or makes it develop more quickly

vortex

a force, such as a tornado or whirlpool, which draws things to its center, and overwhelms anything caught within it

amnesty

a forgiveness by a government for criminal political offenses

unparalleled

an accomplishment that has not been equaled by anyone, or cannot be compared to anything that anyone else has ever done

recrimination

an accusation you make in return against someone who has accused you of something first

subversive

an act is one who undertaken usually overthrow or do significant hard to a government or other institution

overt

an act that is not hidden or secret, but is done in an open and public way

contemptible

an act that is shameful, disgraceful, and worthy of scorn

retrograde

an action that causes a return to a condition or situation that is worse instead of better that the present one

wanton

an action that deliberately harms someone or damages something for no apparent or no reason

remedial

an action that is intended to improve or correct something that is lacking in some way

punitive

an action that is intended to punish someone

peremptory

an action that is not authoritative and absolute, but also is not open to debate on whether it should be carried out

flagrant

an action that someone does not care if he or she obviously breaks the rule or highly offends people

irrevocable

an action, decision, etc, that are impossible to change, reverse, or stop

ambulatory

an activity that involve walking or moving around

monotonous

an activity that is so repetitious that is quickly becomes boring and dull

novice

an activity you have just began or started of some kind

addendum

an additional section added to the end of the book, document, or speech to give more information

senile

an aged person who is less mentally aware as in the past, and hence tends to be confused and forgetful at times

catalyst

an agent that enacts change, such as starting a chemical reaction or causing an event to occur

tacit

an agreement between two people that is understood without having to use words to express it

dwindle

an amount of something becomes smaller and smaller overtime

talisman

an amulet or charm used for symbolic protection or good luck

levity

an amusing way of speaking or behaving during a serious situation, which can lighten up the moment but which can also be considered inappropriate

emaciated

an animal or person that is extremely thin because of a serious illness or lack of food

recalcitrant

an animal or person who is difficult to control and refuses to obey orders even after stiff punishment

traverse

an area or land you go across or travel through it

cosmopolitan

an area represents large cultural diversity and people from around globe

metropolitan

an area that is a large city

devoid

an area that is completely empty or lacking something

jargon

language or terminology used by a specific group that might not be understandable to those people who are not of the group

conglomerate

large business or organization that consists of many different companies

archipelago

large group of islands, sometimes highly scattered

fleeting

lasts but a short time before it faded away

strata

layers of rocks in or regions of the atmosphere of the Earth, or any levels

emanate

light and fire are emitting

carnage

massacre or slaughter of many people at one time, usually in war or intense natural disaster

credence

mental act of believing or accepting something as true

tangential

merely touches something that is not really relevant to the conversation at hand, but is a minor or unimportant point

tepid

mild, unemotional, and lacking in enthusiasm

vacuous

mind or state that is empty or blank

prattle

mindless chatter that seems like it will never stop

provincial

narrow minded and unsophisticated, limited to the opinions of a relatively local area

sovereign

nation rules itself because it is its own supreme or superior power

propensity

natural tendency towards a particular behavior

defunct

no longer in existence, or does not function

docile

not aggressive and is well-behaved, quiet, and easy to control

tenacious

not quit until you have finished what you have started

sanction

official authorization or approval to do something

deviate

one acts normally different from norm or one goes in a different direction

belie

one hides the true situation, producing a false idea or impression about it

appraisal

one indicates the value of something or the worth of what a person has accomplished

parochial

one is mostly concerned with narrow or limited issues that affect a small, local area or a very specific cause, and are unconcerned with wider or more general issues

superimpose

one is stacked over the other so that both are seen one

echelon

one level os status or rank in an organization

extricate

one manages to get free from a difficult or unpleasant situation

euphoria

one of extreme happiness or overwhelming joy

indulgent

one tends to let other people have what they want

auxiliary

one that acts in support of a main one, such as a backup generator that would replace power in case it goes out

inherent

one that is existing in a person at birth or in a thing naturally

cohesive

one that sticks together, working as a consistent, unified whole

tantamount

one thing is equivalent to another thing

predecessor

one who precedes someone else in a job, or is an ancestor

circumscribe

one's power is limited or restricted

nocturnal

only active during the night, and rests during the day

subjective

opinion that is not based upon facts or hard evidence, rather someone's feeling or emotion

irreconcilable

opinions or points of views that are so opposed to each other that it is not possible to accept both of them or reach a settlement

divergent

opinions that differ from each other

scourge

originally a whip used for torture, and now refers to something that torments or causes serious trouble or devastation

atrocious

outrageously bad, extremely bad, or shocking in its wrongness

monochrome

painted in different shades of only one color, or is done in black and white

integral

part that is necessary or essential to something

homage

pay another person you show great admiration, respect

condescend

people behave in ways that show that they are supposedly more important or intelligent than other people

venerable

people command respect because they are old and wise

exude

people notice easily that you have a quantity of feeling or quality because it flows from you

quarantine

people or animal are put in isolation so that they will not spread disease

defile

people think something is holy or important is to do something to it or say something about it which is highly offensive

wistful

people who are sad because they want something but know that they cannot have it, especially something that they used to have in the past

reticent

people who are unwilling to share information, especially about themselves, their thoughts, or their feelings

bourgeois

people who tends to be from the upper middle class, and are conservative, traditional, and materialistic

palatable

people will accept such as an idea or suggestion; food or drink is agreeable to the taste

impoverished

person or nation is very poor and stricken by poverty

audacious

person who acts with great daring and sometimes reckless bravery, despite risks and warning from other people, in order to achieve something

irascible

person who becomes angry very easily

jocular

person who is cheerful and often makes jokes or tries to make people laugh

taciturn

person who is quiet or silent by nature

introvert

person who primarily prefers being by himself instead of hanging out with others socially

parry

to deflect something or ward something off

disseminate

to distribute knowledge or information so it would reach to lots of people

unison

to do something in harmony with others or all together at one time

contravene

to do something that is not allowed or forbidden by that law, rule, or agreement

unwitting

to do something that you didn't know you were doing it, hence it was unintentional on your part

obviate

to eliminate a problem or a need that makes solving the problem necessary

accentuate

to emphasize it or to make it more noticeable

imbue

to fill a person with complete quality, such as an emotion or idea

inculcate

to fix an idea or belief in someone's mind by repeatedly teaching it

conscript

to force someone into military service

recoup

to get back an amount of money you have lost or spent

purge

to get rid of or eliminate it, especially if it is unclean in some way

taint

to give an undesirable quality which damages a person's reputation or otherwise spoil something

corroborate

to give information or evidence that further supports what has been reported

reinstate

to give someone back her job or position that she has lost, or to restore to use that which was no longer being used

renounce

to give up or reject a position or practice

rant

to go on an angry verbal attack

gingerly

to handle an object being careful and cautious with it

poseur

to have a certain quality or social position, usually because he wants to influence others in some way

wallow

to immerse or roll or absorb oneself lazily in something; can be involved in a negative feeling

augment

to increase its value or effectiveness by adding something to it

interject

to insert a comment during a conversation that interrupts its flow

explicate

to make an idea or plan clear by explaining tit

obfuscate

to make something deliberately unclear, confusing, and difficult to understand

rejuvenate

to make that person feel young and strong again

emigrate

to move away from her native country to another

disburse

to pay out money, usually from a large fund that had been collected for a specific purpose

discern

to perceive by the sight or some other sense or by the intellect; see, recognize, or apprehend

cajole

to persuade someone to do something, usually by being very nice to them

pare

to reduce or lesson something

cloister

to remove and isolate her from the rest of the world

denude

to remove the plants and trees that cover it, or to make something or someone bare

supplant

to replace someone with someone else, usually because the latter is more powerful or better in some way

divulge

to reveal information that was once private or secret

quaver

to shake or tremble, especially when speaking

decry

to speak against something and find fault with it

quell

to stamp out, quiet, or overcome something

opine

to state your opinion on something

sojourn

to stay at a place that is not your home for a short amount of time

disentangle

to straighten out a difficult situation

squander

to use something valuable wastefully and unwisely

infringe

to violate or intrude upon someone's rights

ramble

to wander about leisurely, with no specific destination in mind

undermine

to weaken something or make it unstable in a gradual but purposeful fashion

decipher

to work out what it says, even though it is very difficult to read or understand

naive

too trusting, either because you don't have enough experience with life, or because you are childlike and simple

verity

truth or the reality of something

veracity

truthfulness of something

reversion

turning back again to a previous state or condition

coalesce

two or more things comes together to form a single larger unit

rapport

two people where they have a good understanding of something and can communicate well with each other

convergent

two things that are meeting or coming together at a given point in time or space

disparity

two things that does not have equal status, and so are different or unlike in some way

ramification

unanticipated result or consequence from an action

omnipotent

unlimited in its power

philanthropy

unselfish support through donated money, work, or gifts to positive social purposes

desolate

unused, empty of life, deserted, and lonely area or place

nonconformist

unwilling to believe in the same thing other people do, or act in a fashion that society sets as a standard

prophylactic

used as a preventable or protective agent to keep one free from disease or infection

agrarian

used to describe something that is related to farmland or the economy that is concerned with agriculture

filial

used to describe the relationship or feelings that exist between both sons and daughters and their parents

primordial

used to describe things that existed close to the information of the Earth, or close to the origin or development of something

aesthetic

used to talk about art, beauty, the study of the beauty, and the appreciation of beautiful things

ineffectual

useless or ineffective when it comes to doing it

fluctuate

vary or change often, rising or failing seemingly at random

stature

In society is your standing, that is how society vies your level of importance relative to your position in life or your character

symposium

a formal meeting at which several expert or specialists deliver short talks or discuss a particular subject

malaise

a general feeling of discontent, general unease, or even illness in a person or group for which there does not seem to be a quick and easy solution

commendation

a giving a praise to another who has won approval for excellent work

preponderance

a greater amount or number of something

cadre

a group especially trained to lead, formalize, and accomplish a particular task, or to train as part of a larger organization

tenet

a belief held by a group, organization, or person

abidge

a book or play you make it shorter by making cuts to the original

embankment

a build-up bank or ridge make of earth or stone that supports a road or holds back water

derelict

a building or place that is empty, not used, and in bad condition or disrepair

dilapidated

a building, vehicle, etc, is old, broken-down, and is in very bad condition

fledgling

a business that is just beginning or developing

fete

a celebration or festival to honor a special occasion

inflection

a change or variation, such as in a person's voice, or in the form a noun or verb takes

benefaction

a charitable contribution of money or assistance that someone gives to a person or organization

precocious

a child who shows advanced intelligence or skills at an unusually young age

lien

a claim or legal right to keep or sell that property if the debtor cannot pay his or her debt

unfounded

a claim that is not based upon evidence, but is rather unproven or groundless

ruse

a clever trick or deception used to fool someone

precipitous

a cliff or drop that is very steep or falls sharply

confidant

a close and trusted friend to whom you can tell secret matters of importance

medley

a collection of different things, such as different tunes in a song or different types of food in a meal

reprieve

a temporary relief from or cancellation of a punishment, or relief from something, such as pain or trouble of some kind

coalition

a temporary union of different political or social group who agree to work together to achieve a shared aim

veneer

a thin layer, such as a thin sheet of expensive wood over a cheaper type of wood to give a false appearance of higher quality

dispel

a thought from your mind, you cause it to go away or vanish

inestimable

a value or benefit which has too much that it cannot be calculated

juggernaut

a very powerful force, organization, or group whose influence cannot be stopped, especially when it is large and powerful and will likely have bad effects

cataclysm

a violent, sudden event that causes great change or harm

portent

a warning that indicates what is likely to happen in the future, which is usually something unpleasant

potable

a water that is clean and safe to drink

artifact

a weapon, tool, or piece of art that is created by human beings which is historically and culturally interesting

axiom

a wise saying or widely recognized general truth that is often self-evident, and can also be an established rule or law

metaphor

a word or phrase that means one thing but is used to describe something else in order to highlight similar qualities

vassal

a worker who served a lord in exchange for land to live on

fester

a wound becomes infected, making it worse

ponderous

a writing or speech that is boring, highly serious, and seems very long and wordy

missive

a written letter, especially a formal, legal, or important one

resilience

able to recover quickly and easily from unpleasant, difficult, and damaging situation or events

impulsive

act without thinking about something beforehand in a way that is not predictable

covert

activities or situations that are secret and hidden

belligerent

aggressive, very unfriendly, and prone to fight

posterity

all of your future descendants, or your future generations

irrefutable

an argument or statement that cannot be proven wrong and therefore must be accepted

seminal

an article, book, piece of music or other work that has many ideas and has great influence on generating new ideas for future work

convivial

an atmosphere or occasion that is friendly, pleasant, cheerful, and relaxed

abortive

an attempt or action was cut short without finishing it and is hence unsuccessful

callous

an attitude that is cruel, uncaring, and shows no concerns for others whatsoever

posthumous

an award that is given only after the recipient has already died, often said of an author

unwarranted

an decision that can not be justified because there is no evidence to back it up (useless)

extravaganza

an elaborate production or spectacular display which is meant to entertain, often in great fashion

sordid

an environment or character that can be dirty, the latter low or base in an immoral or greedy sort of way

pastoral

an environment that is rural, peaceful, simple, and natural

stupendous

an event or accomplishment that is amazing, or simply spectacular

debacle

an event or attempt that fails completely in an embarassing way

tumultuous

an event or period of time that is filled with great excitement, confusion, or violence

inaugural

an event that celebrated the beginning of something

impending

an event that is approaching fast, about to occur, something threatening coming

fiasco

an event that is complete and embarrassing failure

imminent

an event that is unpleasant that is about to happen soon

monumental

an event that was very great, impressive, or of considerable historical significance

empirical

an evidence or study that is based on real experience or scientific experiments rather than on unproven theories

caricature

an exaggerated drawing or description that is designed to make that person look silly

paragon

an example of a thing or person at its or her very best

verbiage

an excessive use of words to convey something that could be expressed with fewer words

fallacy

an idea or belief that is false

whimsical

an idea or person that is slightly strange, unusual, and amusing rather than serious and practical

fruition

an idea or plan that produces the result you wanted to achieve from it

germane

an idea or remark that is connected to a situation in an important or fitting way

abstract

an idea that is not based on a sensed material object, but is based on a material concept or is purely theoretical

assimilate

an idea you completely understand or use it; or get used to a new place

chronic

an illness or pain is serious and lasts for a long time

iniquity

an immoral act, wickedness, evil

maverick

an individual who does not follow general opinions but rather thinks for herself or strikes out on her own

pestilence

an infectious disease that is deadly, or an agent of some kind that is destructive or dangerous

adage

an inherited saying or phrase that has been historically used to express a common experience

epitaph

an inscription upon a tomb which tells of a person's accomplishment during life

preamble

an introduction or preliminary statement which usually precedes a formal document in order to explain its purpose

indispensable

an item that is absolutely necessary or essential

hyperbole

is a way of emphasizing something that makes it sound much more impressive or much worse than is actually is

substantive

issues that are the most important, serious, and real issues of a subject

pervasive

it appears to be everywhere

encompass

it includes all aspects of it, or completely surrounds it

credible

it is easy to believe or trust

implicit

it is understood or implied without having to come right out and say it

incumbent

it is your duty or responsibility to something

encumber

it make something difficult for you to move freely or do what you want

dominion

it rules or controls it absolutely

connote

it suggests an additional idea or emotion that is not part of its original literal meaning

ancillary

it supports something but is less important than that which it supports

surge

it swells, rapidly increases, or suddenly rises

tensile

its ability to be stretched or extended, and also pertains to its tension

periphery

its boundary or outer edge of a place

laborious

job or process takes a long time, a lot of effort, and is often boring

deterrent

keeps someone from doing something against you

magnanimity

kindness and noble generosity shown towards someone, especially after defeating him in battle or after having been treated badly by him

indigenous

living things that originated from there, rather than coming from another area of the world

ransack

loot or rob items from something, also mean to look through something thoroughly by examining every bit of it

facilitate

make it easier for all involving by giving your able assistance

strident

makes her feeling or opinion known in a forceful and strong way that often offends some people; loud and sharp

enthrall

makes you so interested and excited that you give it all your attention

allay

making someone feel less afraid or worried

accommodate

making things more convenient for someone

discrete

objects that are completely unconnected to another, so each one is separate and individual

sporadic

occurrence that happen from time to time but not at constant or regular intervals

momentous

occurrence that is very important, significant, or vital in some way

intelligentsia

those individuals who are the most highly educated

pugnacious

to act in a combative and aggressive way

assay

to analyze the chemicals presents in a substance, or to put something to the test

uncouth

to be awkward and unmannerly

timorous

to be fearful

tentative

to be hesitant or uncertain about something,

unlettered

to be illiterate, or unable to write and read

terse

to be short on point, often in an abrupt manner that may seem unfriendly

politic

to be socially wise and diplomatic

tutelage

to be under his or her guidance and teaching

initiate

to begin or start something

induce

to bring it about, to persuade someone to do something

nullify

to cancel or negate something

pander

to cater or suck up to a person's baser instincts in order to influence or exploit her in some way

liquidate

to close business or company and sell the things that belong to it in order to pay off its debts

unscathed

to come out from something uninjured

squalor

very dirty and unpleasant condition that people live or work in, due to poverty

opulent

very impressive and grand, and is made from expensive materials

scant

very limited or slight amount, hence it is inadequate or insufficient in size or quantity

probity

very moral and honest behavior

pandemonium

very noisy and uncontrolled situation, especially one that is caused by a lot of angry and excited people

vestige

very small part that remains from a once larger whole

panoramic

view of a landscape is a sweeping or wide-ranging view of it

secular

viewpoints are not religious or spiritual ones, but pertain to worldly or material aspects of life

embodiment

visible representation or concrete expression of a quality or an idea

satire

way of criticizing people or ideas in a humorous way through the use of exaggeration, and is often used to make people see their faults

conventional

way of thinking or behaving is the one that is most commonly accepted by social groups

torrid

weather that is very hot and dry, or it can refer to earth that had been baked or scorched by such weather

congeal

when a liquid becomes very thick and sticky, almost like a solid