LSAT Vocabulary
Appellation
identifying word or words by which someone or something is called and classified or distinguished from others
Prate
idle or foolish and irrelevant talk; (V) speak (about unimportant matters) rapidly and incessantly
Prattle
idle or foolish and irrelevant talk; (V) speak (about unimportant matters) rapidly and incessantly
halcyon
idyllically calm and peaceful
beknighted
ignorant
exemplify
illustrate
profound
in an extreme way
adverse
in an opposing direction
decorous
in good taste, very proper
sequential
in order, arranged serially
Stasis
inactivity resulting from a static balance between opposing forces; an abnormal state in which the normal flow of a liquid (such as blood) is slowed or stopped
interluctable
incapable of being evaded; inescapeable
unwarranted
incapable of being justified or explained
propensity
inclination
prone
inclined, or the position of lying face down
sign
indication
inelectable
inescapable
surmise
infer from incomplete evidence
inveigle
influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering
negligible
insignificant, not to be considered
maverick
intrepid person, innovator
convoluted
intricate, coiled, twisted
prologue
introductory passage
contentious
involving or likely to cause controversy
incontrovertible
irrefutable
fusion
merging of diverse parts into a whole
tin
metal container for storing dry foods such as tea or flour
euphemism
mild word or phrase substituted for an offensive one
hedge
minimize loss or risk
heterogeneous
mixed, made up of unlike elements
travesty
mockery, parody
paradigm
model, theoretical framework
turbid
muddy, obscurd
pied
multi- colored and blotchy
plethora
multiplicity, excessive amount
bread-and-butter
n. a basic means of support; source of livelihood; sustenance
parochial
narrowly restricted in outlook or scope
endemic
native to or confined to a certain region
indigenous
native, originating in a place
dapper
neatly and stylishly dressed
mosaic
picture made of many small parts such as tiles
placate
please, pacify
Iconoclast
someone who attacks cherished ideas or traditional institutions; a destroyer of images used in religious worship
Quisling
someone who collaborates with an enemy occupying force
Misanthrope
someone who dislikes people in general
Pedagogue
someone who educates young people
Malefactor
someone who has committed (or been legally convicted of) a crime
Proctor
someone who supervises (an examination); (V)watch over (students taking an exam, to prevent cheating)
Desideratum
something desired as a necessity
Enigma
something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained; a difficult problem
temperature threshold
() the highest or lowest temperature at which an organism can live.
prose
() the ordinary form of written or spoken language
tied
(Adj)
appropriate
(Adj) 1.right or suitable; fitting 2.rare particular; own: they had their appropriate methods (V) 1)to take for one's own use, esp illegally or without permission 2) to put aside (funds, etc) for a particular purpose or person
amenable
(Adj) agreeable, obediant
Keen [Keeen]
(Adj) strong, intense or sharp, piercing, or biting (cold) Ex: A keen Wind (extremely cold)
selfless
(Adj) unselfish
routinely
(Adv) comes from [roo-teen] Usually
Alias
(Adv) as known or named at another time or place; a name that has been assumed temporarily
Perdition
(Christianity) the abode of Satan and the forces of evil; where sinners suffer eternal punishment
Nemesis
(Greek mythology) the goddess of divine retribution and vengeance; something causes misery or death
consumption
(N)
tire
(N)
realm
(N) kingdom, regality Field
Exegesis
(N) an explanation or critical interpretation (especially of the Bible)
Euphemism
(N) an inoffensive expression that is substituted for one that is considered offensive
Eugenics
(N) the study of methods of improving genetic qualities by selective breeding (especially as applied to human mating)
Etymology
(N) the study of the sources and development of words; a history of a word
washed out
(PV) to damage or carry away (something) by the force of moving water. (faded)
Espouse
(V) take up the cause, ideology, practice, method, of someone and use it as one's own; choose and follow; as of theories, ideas, policies, strategies or plans; take in marriage
grazing
(V) [Grey-zing] or Feeding , eating like cheap or cow or grass or Graze [gray-z] which is: feed on , eat on or could be (N) 1) a grazing; a touching lightly or rubbing lightly in passing. 2) a slight scratch PS: these two definition (N) created by attacking to eat which is [grazing]
Equivocate
(V) be deliberately ambiguous or unclear in order to mislead or withhold information
obtain
(V) to attain, reach, get ..
consuming
(V) to burn it all out , use it all or (Adj) strongly and urgently felt: a consuming need to be successful.
admit
(V) to confess, or acknowledge or to allow to enter
fry up
(V) to cook something by frying
collapse
(V) to fail
defy
(V) تحدى challenge, to go against
Deprecate
(V) belittle; express strong disapproval of; deplore
Eradicate
(V) kill in large numbers; destroy completely, as if down to the roots
outweigh
(V) overcome , to be more important or significant than ..
Indicate
(V) Show or but (Adj) Specific EX I am holding an (indicated/Specific) position in the company
Arraign
(V) accuse of a wrong or an inadequacy; call before a court to answer an indictment
Expatiate
(V) add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing
Lionize
(V) assign great social importance to
Impugn
(V) attack as false or wrong
Shirk
(V) avoid dealing with; avoid (one's assigned duties)
Circumvent
(V) avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues); beat through cleverness and wit; surround so as to force to give up
Ostracize
(V) avoid speaking to or dealing with; expel from a community or group
Conform
(V) be similar, be in line with; adapt or conform oneself to new or different conditions
flourish
(V) be successful
Fluctuate
(V) be unstable; move or sway in a rising and falling or wavelike pattern; cause to fluctuate or move in a wavelike pattern
Concede
(V) be willing to concede; admit, make a clean breast of; acknowledge defeat; give over; surrender or relinquish to the physical control of another
Assimilate
(V) become similar to one's environment; make similar; become similar in sound; take (gas, light or heat) into a solution; take up mentally
Importune
(V) beg persistently and urgently
Dissemble
(V) behave unnaturally or affectedly; hide under a false appearance; make believe with the intent to deceive
Genuflect
(V) bend the knees and bow in church or before a religious superior or image; bend the knees and bow in a servile manner
Occlude
(V) block passage through
Engender
(V) call forth; make children
Placate
(V) cause to be more favorably inclined; gain the good will of
Daunt
(V) cause to lose courage
alter
(V) change or modify
Impeach
(V) charge (a public official) with an offense or misdemeanor committed while in office; challenge the honesty or veracity of; bring an accusation against; level a charge against
Converge
(V) come together so as to form a single product;move or draw together at a certain location; be adjacent or come together; approach a limit as the number of terms increases without limit
Proscribe
(V) command against
Cogitate
(V) consider carefully and deeply; reflect upon; turn over in one's mind; use or exercise the mind or one's power of reason in order to make inferences, decisions, or arrive at a solution or judgments
Contravene
(V) deny the truth of; go against, as of rules and laws
Exhume
(V) dig up for reburial or for medical investigation; of dead bodies
Apportion
(V) distribute according to a plan or set apart for a special purpose; give out as one's portion or share
Bowdlerize
(V) edit by omitting or modifying parts considered indelicate
Connive
(V) encourage or assent to illegally or criminally; form intrigues (for) in an underhand manner
Machinate
(V) engage in plotting or enter into a conspiracy, swear together; arrange by systematic planning and united effort
Peruse
(V) examine or consider with attention and in detail
Perspicacious
(adj) keen, mentally sharp, and acutely insightful and wise; mentally acute or penetratingly discerning.
Errant
(adj) uncontrolled motion that is irregular or unpredictable;straying from the right course or from accepted standards
Arid
(adj) Being dry lacking vitality or spirit; lifeless; lacking sufficient water or rainfall
outright
(adj) complete or total EX: an outright loss. or outright Rejection (means = moral outrage)
Apathetic
(adj) marked by a lack of interest; showing little or no emotion or animation
Amorphous
(adj) without shape, unclassifiable. or without real or apparent crystalline form; lacking the system or structure characteristic of living bodies; having no definite form or distinct shape
Inviolate
(adj) (of a woman) having the hymen unbroken; must be kept sacred
Salient
(adj) (of angles) pointing outward at an angle of less than 180 degrees; having a quality that thrusts itself into attention; (military) the part of the line of battle that projects closest to the enemy
Discursive
(adj) (of e.g. speech and writing) tending to depart from the main point or cover a wide range of subjects; proceeding to a conclusion by reason or argument rather than intuition
Turbid
(adj) (of especially liquids) clouded as with sediment
Limpid
(adj) (of language) transparently clear; easily understandable; transmitting light; able to be seen through with clarity; clear and bright
Crass
(adj) (of persons) so unrefined as to be lacking in discrimination and sensibility
Indolent
(adj) (of tumors e.g) slow to heal or develop and usually painless; disinclined to work or exertion
Ignominious
(adj) (used of conduct or character) deserving or bringing disgrace or shame
Defamatory
(adj) (used of statements) harmful and often untrue; tending to discredit or malign
Redolent
(adj) (used with `of' or `with') noticeably odorous; having a strong pleasant odor; serving to bring to mind
Palatable
(adj) acceptable to the taste or mind
Demure
(adj) affectedly modest or shy especially in a playful or provocative way
Obsequious
(adj) attentive in an ingratiating or servile manner; attempting to win favor from influential people by flattery
Auspicious
(adj) auguring favorable circumstances and good luck
Nascent
(adj) being born or beginning
Moribund
(adj) being on the point of death; breathing your last; not growing or changing; without force or vitality
Vernacular
(adj) being or characteristic of or appropriate to everyday language; the everyday speech of the people (as distinguished from literary language); a characteristic language of a particular group (as among thieves)
Omnipresent
(adj) being present everywhere at once
Ubiquitous
(adj) being present everywhere at once
Mundane
(adj) belonging to this earth or world; not ideal or heavenly; concerned with the world or worldly matters; found in the ordinary course of events
Obstreperous
(adj) boisterously and noisily aggressive; noisily and stubbornly defiant
Laconic
(adj) brief and to the point; effectively cut short
Terse
(adj) brief and to the point; effectively cut short
Palpable
(adj) capable of being perceived by the senses or the mind; especially capable of being handled or touched or felt; can be felt by palpation
Mutable
(adj) capable of or tending to change in form or quality or nature
Fecund
(adj) capable of producing offspring or vegetation;intellectually productive
Histrionic
(adj) characteristic of acting or a stage performance; often affected
Colloquial
(adj) characteristic of informal spoken language or conversation
Irascible
(adj) characterized by anger; quickly aroused to anger
Internecine
(adj) characterized by bloodshed and carnage for both sides; (of conflict) within a group or organization
Vehement
(adj) characterized by great force or energy; marked by extreme intensity of emotions or convictions; inclined to react violently; fervid
Iniquitous
(adj) characterized by iniquity; wicked because it is believed to be a sin
Benignant
(adj) characterized by kindness and warm courtesy especially of a king to his subjects; pleasant and beneficial in nature or influence
Decorous
(adj) characterized by propriety and dignity and good taste in manners and conduct; according with custom or propriety
Implausible
(adj) having a quality that provokes disbelief; highly imaginative but unlikely
Tortuous
(adj) not straightforward; marked by repeated turns and bends; highly complex or intricate
Convivial
(adj) occupied with or fond of the pleasures of good company
Fortuitous
(adj) occurring by happy chance; having no cause or apparent cause
Ostensible
(adj) represented or appearing as such; pretended; appearing as such but not necessarily so
Exigent
(adj) requiring precise accuracy; demanding attention
Bestial
(adj) resembling a beast; showing lack of human sensibility
Paean
(ancient Greece) a hymn of praise (especially one sung in ancient Greece to invoke or thank a deity); a formal expression of praise
Centaur
(classical mythology) a mythical being that is half man and half horse; a conspicuous constellation in the southern hemisphere near the Southern Cross
albeit
(conjunction) even though
Illustration
For Example / In the case of / Such as
envy
[en-vee] (N) a feeling of discontent or covetousness with regard to another's advantages, success, possessions, etc.
erect
[er-ect] (V) put together , straight up (adj) -> raised or directed upward EX: a dog with ears erect. (N) erection -> something that has been erected; a building or construction
Evade
[ev-ayd] (V) To avoid , or to get around by trickery (N) Evader
Excavation
[ex-Ka-vacation] (Adj) drilling, digging Excavate (V)
Exclusion
[ex-loogean] (N) استثناء exception
fallow
[fa-low] inactive, sleeping
infest
[in-fest] (V) to invade and live on or in (a host) or to inhabit or overrun in dangerously or unpleasantly large numbers
inherent
[in-he-rent] (adj) fundamental, basic, implicit
incumbent
[in-kom-bnt] (Adj ) holding an (indicated/Specific) position, role, office, currently. EX:The incumbent officers of the club.
Garnishment
a court order to an employer to withhold all or part of an employee's wages and to send the money to the court or to the person who won a lawsuit against the employee
sweater
a crocheted or knitted garment covering the upper part of the body
Juggernaut
a crude idol of Krishna; a massive inexorable force that seems to crush everything in its way; an avatar of Vishnu
Artifice
a deceptive maneuver (especially to avoid capture)
Broach
a decorative pin worn by women; (V) bring up a topic for discussion
crimson
a deep and vivid red
forbearance
a delay in enforcing rights or claims or privileges
Canard
a deliberately misleading fabrication
scion
a descendant or heir
account
a description of an event
Conundrum
a difficult problem
Propensity
a disposition to behave in a certain way; a natural inclination; an inclination to do something
Hallmark
a distinctive characteristic or attribute; a mark on an article of trade to indicate its origin and authenticity
imputes
a driving force anything that causes action
anaesthetic
a drug that causes temporary loss of bodily sensations
suede
a fabric made to resemble suede leather
Panache
a feathered plume on a helmet; distinctive and stylish elegance
Compunction
a feeling of deep regret (usually for some misdeed)
Animus
a feeling of ill will arousing active hostility
lassitude
a feeling of lack of interest or energy
Charlatan
a flamboyant deceiver; one who attracts customers with tricks or jokes
Indictment
a formal document written for a prosecuting attorney charging a person with some offense; an accusation of wrongdoing
Anathema
a formal ecclesiastical curse accompanied by excommunication; a detested person
Encomium
a formal expression of praise
panegyric
a formal expression of praise
obsequy
a funeral rite or ceremony
Quorum
a gathering of the minimal number of members of an organization to conduct business
Largess
a gift or money given (as for service or out of benevolence); usually given ostentatiously; liberality in bestowing gifts; extremely liberal and generous of spirit
Chimera
a grotesque product of the imagination; (Greek mythology) fire-breathing female monster with a lion's head and a goat's body and a serpent's tail; daughter of Typhon
junta
a group of military officers who rule a country after seizing power
fume
a harmful vapor or gas
Cache
a hidden storage space (for money or provisions or weapons); (computer science) RAM memory that is set aside as a specialized buffer storage that is continually updated; used to optimize data transfers between system elements with different characteristics; a secret store of valuables or money; (V) save up as for future use
expedition
a journey
Lexicon
a language user's knowledge of words; a reference book containing an alphabetical list of words with information about them
Seine
a large fishnet that hangs vertically, with floats at the top and weights at the bottom; a French river that flows through the heart of Paris and then northward into the English Channel; (V) fish with a seine; catch fish with a seine
bevy
a large group
fiat
a legally binding command or decision entered on the court record (as if issued by a court or judge)
Amble
a leisurely walk (usually in some public place); (V)walk leisurely
azure
a light shade of blue, of a deep somewhat purplish blue color similar to that of a clear October sky
Parish
a local church community; the local subdivision of a diocese committed to one pastor
fallacy
a logical flaw, mistake
Jeremiad
a long and mournful complaint
Harangue
a loud bombastic declamation expressed with strong emotion; (V) deliver a harangue to; address forcefully
cuckolded
a man married to an unfaithful wife
Patriarch
a man who is older and higher in rank than yourself; any of the early biblical characters regarded as fathers of the human race; the male head of family or tribe; title for the heads of the Eastern Orthodox Churches (in Istanbul and Alexandria and Moscow and Jerusalem)
Levity
a manner lacking seriousness; feeling an inappropriate lack of seriousness
tick
a mark indicating that something has been noted or completed etc.
Transpose
a matrix formed by interchanging the rows and columns of a given matrix; (V) change key; put (a piece of music) into another key; transfer a quantity from one side of an equation to the other side reversing its sign, in order to maintain equality; cause to change places; change the order or arrangement of; move from one side of an equation to the other side without a change in value; transfer from one place or period to another
apparatchik
a member of a communist group
insurgent
a member of an irregular armed force that fights a stronger force by sabotage and harassment
Orthography
a method of representing the sounds of a language by written or printed symbols
Microcosm
a miniature model of something
Misogynist
a misanthrope who dislikes women in particular
Hiatus
a missing piece (as a gap in a manuscript); a natural opening or perforation through a bone or a membranous structure; an interruption in the intensity or amount of something
Alloy
a mixture containing two or more metallic elements or metallic and nonmetallic elements usually fused together or dissolving into each other when molten; the state of impairing the quality or reducing the value of something; (V) make an alloy of;lower in value by increasing the base-metal content
Opus
a musical work that has been created
affinity
a natural attraction or feeling of kinship
Mugwump
a neutral or uncommitted person (especially in politics); someone who bolted from the Republican Party during the U.S. presidential election of 1884
Melee
a noisy riotous fight
Appendage
a part that is joined to something larger; a natural prolongation or projection from a part of an organism either animal or plant; an external body part that projects from the body
Conduit
a passage (a pipe or tunnel) through which water or electric wires can pass
schema
a pattern used to aid in understanding
tenure
a period of holding a title or office
applicant
a person applying for a job
Colossus
a person of exceptional importance and reputation; someone or something that is abnormally large and powerful
raconteur
a person skilled in telling anecdotes
beholder
a person who becomes aware (of things or events) through the senses
conservative
a person who has conservative ideas or opinions and resistance.
Heretic
a person who holds religious beliefs in conflict with the dogma of the Roman Catholic Church; a person who holds unorthodox opinions in any field (not merely religion)
pensioner
a person who receives or lives on a fixed amount of payment
Miscreant
a person without moral scruples
reprobate
a person without moral scruples
Panacea
hypothetical remedy for all ills or diseases; once sought by the alchemists; (Greek mythology) the goddess of healing; daughter of Aesculapius and sister of Hygeia
Ignominy
a state of dishonor
Pandemonium
a state of extreme confusion and disorder
opprobrium
a state of extreme dishonor
Opprobrium
a state of extreme dishonor; state of disgrace resulting from public abuse
desuetude
a state of inactivity or disuse
Comity
a state or atmosphere of harmony or mutual civility and respect
current
a steady flow of water in one direction
crag
a steep rugged rock or cliff
lamp post
a street light
Impasse
a street with only one way in or out; a situation in which no progress can be made or no advancement is possible
emission
a substance released into air
Nuance
a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude
Buttress
a support usually of stone or brick; supports the wall of a building; (V) make stronger or defensible; reinforce with a buttress
Bayou
a swampy arm or slow-moving outlet of a lake (term used mainly in Mississippi and Louisiana)
Bagatelle
a table game in which short cues are used to knock balls into holes that are guarded by wooden pegs; penalties are incurred if the pegs are knocked over; something of little value or significance; a light piece of music for piano
accolade
a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction
sojourner
a temporary resident
stopgap
a temporary solution
catalyst
a thing that sets another in motion or causes change
blouse
a top worn by women
Pediment
a triangular gable between a horizontal entablature and a sloping roof
Platitude
a trite or obvious remark
platitude
a trite saying, bromide
Torque
a twisting force
scarlet
a variable color that is vivid red but sometimes with an orange tinge
Epigram
a witty saying
Paramour
a woman who cohabits with an important man; a woman's lover
Charade
a word acted out in an episode of the game of charades; a composition that imitates somebody's style in a humorous way
Anagram
a word or phrase spelled by rearranging the letters of another word or phrase; (V) read letters out of order to discover a hidden meaning
crusade
a zealous campaign for a cause
transcendental
abstract, supernatural
Invective
abusive or venomous language used to express blame or censure or bitter deep-seated ill will
inveigle
acquire through sneakiness
conform
adapt or compliant with
hydrate
add water
orthodox
adhering to a strict set of beliefs
contigeous
adjacent with, borders touching
sleight
adroitness in using the hands
exacerbate
aggravate, make worse
concur
agree
posterity
all future generations
comprehensive
all inclusive
Calumny
an abusive attack on a person's character or good name; a false accusation of an offense or a malicious misrepresentation of someone's words or actions
Enormity
an act of extreme wickedness; the quality of extreme wickedness; vastness of size or extent; the quality of being outrageous
gerrymander
an act of gerrymandering (dividing a voting area so as to give your own party an unfair advantage)
merit
an advantage
terrain
an area of land
territory
an area or field
Nosegay
an arrangement of flowers that is usually given as a present
Tribunal
an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business
Contretemps
an awkward clash
Intelligentsia
an educated and intellectual elite
Catechism
an elementary book summarizing the principles of a Christian religion; written as questions and answers; a series of question put to an individual (such as a political candidate) to elicit their views
Enclave
an enclosed territory that is culturally distinct from the foreign territory that surrounds it
Eclat
brilliant or conspicuous success or effect; ceremonial elegance and splendor; enthusiastic approval
Spectrum
broad range of related values or qualities or ideas or activities; an ordered array of the components of an emission or wave
Macadam
broken stone used in macadamized roadways; a paved surface having compressed layers of broken rocks held together with tar
tranquil
calm
venal
capable of being corrupted
whimsy
caprice, a playful thing
bemuse
cause to be confused emotionally
impressive
causing admiration
admonition
cautionary advice about something imminent (especially imminent danger)
cavit
cavity
transpose
change from one place to mode to another
welter
chaotic mess
prate
chatter, talk meaninglessly
limpid
clear, serene, transparent`
lucid
clear, understandable
unequivocal
clearly defined or formulated
trenchant
clearly or sharply defined to the mind
pertinent
clearly relevant
pigment
coloring element in paint
converge
come together, merge
interdict
command against
riveting
commanding full attention, fascinating
vernacular
common speech, ordinary language
prevalent
common, frequent
Emolument
compensation received by virtue of holding an office or having employment (usually in the form of wages or fees)
grouse
complain
querulous
complaining, whining
comprehensive
complete
probity
complete and confirmed integrity
Probity
complete and confirmed integrity; having strong moral principles
consummate
complete, accomplish, perfect, to a high degree
Labyrinth
complex system of paths or tunnels in which it is easy to get lost; a complex system of interconnecting cavities; concerned with hearing and equilibrium
succinct
concise, stating in few words
consilience
concurrence; coincidence
proscribe
condemn, forbid
austerity
condition of lacking pleasure or luxury
Necromancy
conjuring up the dead, especially for prophesying; the belief in magical spells that harness occult forces or evil spirits to produce unnatural effects in the world
affiliation
connecting, association
nexus
connection, center
subsume
consider (an instance of something) as part of a general rule or principle
belie
contradict, give false cover to
discourse
conversation, long paper or speech on a subject
imitation
copying (or trying to copy) the actions of someone else
Belles-lettres
creative writing valued for esthetic content
fulminate
criticize severely
guile
cunning, trickery
inquisitive
curious, seeking knowledge
rounded
curving and somewhat round in shape rather than jagged
dull
darkened with overcast
Obfuscation
darkening or obscuring the sight of something; the activity of obscuring people's understanding, leaving them baffled or bewildered; confusion resulting from failure to understand
beatify
declare (a dead person) to be blessed
tapestry
decorative wall hanging
profound
deep, thoughtful
territorial
defensive of particular area
subordinate
depending on, subservient
reprobate
depraved, condemned
Epithet
descriptive word or phrase; a defamatory or abusive word or phrase
execrable
deserving a curse
culpable
deserving of blame
renege
fail to fulfill a promise or obligation
facade
false front
spurious
false, fradulent
renown
fame
rococo
fanciful but graceful asymmetric ornamentation in art and architecture that originated in France in the 18th century
contrite
feeling regret for a fault or offence
parry
fend off, dodge
truculent
ferocious, extremely harsh
laconic
few words, reticent
contend
fight with, oppose
nonplussed
filled with bewilderment
inveterate
firmly established, long-standing; habitual
dogma
firmly held disbelief
seine
fishnet
ephemeral
fleeting, or short life or duration
chicanery
flim-flam, trickery
florid
flowery or reddish
voluble
fluent, talkative
prodigal
foolishly generous, not thrifty
wherefore
for what purpose or reason, why
imprimatur
formal and explicit approval
indictment
formal charge against a person
dissertation
formal essay; treatise
Sequencing Timing
formerly / more recently / four key steps
redoubtable
formidable, illustrious
Parapet
fortification consisting of a low wall; a low wall along the edge of a roof or balcony
Billingsgate
foul-mouthed or obscene abuse
shard
fragment esp glass or pottery
whence
from where
prow
front part of a vessel or aircraft
Parity
functional equality; (physics) parity is conserved in a universe in which the laws of physics are the same in a right-handed system of coordinates as in a left-handed system;(mathematics) a relation between a pair of integers: if both integers are odd or both are even they have the same parity; if one is odd and the other is even they have different parity; (obstetrics) the number of liveborn children a woman has delivered; (computer science) a bit that is used in an error detection procedure in which a 0 or 1 is added to each group of bits so that it will have either an odd number of 1's or an even number of 1's; e.g., if the parity is odd then any group of bits that arrives with an even number of 1's must contain an error
gist
general meeting, essence
stereotype
generalized judgment of a group
authentic
genuine, trustworthy
colossus
giant statue, very large thing
capitulate
give in, surrender
secrete
give off or to hide
kin
group of people related by blood or marriage
troupe
group of performers
froward
habitually disposed to disobedience and opposition
felicity
happiness, pleasantness
halcyon
happy, prosperous, peaceful
drudgery
hard monotonous routine work
adamant
hard, unyielding, very hard stone
Animadversion
harsh criticism or disapproval
Censure
harsh criticism or disapproval; the state of being excommunicated; (V) rebuke formally
perfunctory
hasty and without attention to detail
militate
have force or influence
scruple
have moral qualms about, moral principle
extensive
having a great range
viscous
having a thick consistency, gelatinous
commodious
having ample space
self-serving
having concern for one's own welfare and interests before those of others
grandiloquent
having high sounding speech
hirsute
having or covered with hair
stolid
having or revealing little emotion or sensibility
porous
having pores, having minute holes
iridescent
having shiny rainbow colors, shimmery
distrait
having the attention diverted especially because of anxiety
specious
having the deceptive look of truth
eclectic
having varying elements
tentative
hesitantm, uncertain
esoteric
hidden, available only to the initiate
unprepossessing
homely, plain
probity
honesty
suppliant
humbly entreating
Catalyst
something that causes an important event to happen; (chemistry) a substance that initiates or accelerates a chemical reaction without itself being affected
Cynosure
something that strongly attracts attention and admiration; something that provides guidance (as Polaris guides mariners)
urbane
sophisticated, wordly
bereft
sorrowful through loss or deprivation
contrite
sorry, repentant
inveigh
speak against in an impassioned manner
Jargon
specialized technical terminology characteristic of a particular subject; a characteristic language of a particular group (as among thieves); a colorless (or pale yellow or smoky) variety of zircon
jargon
specialized vocabulary
stipple
speckle or fleck esp with paint, effect of many small dots
velocity
speed
piquant
spicy, as in hot sauce, stimulating, provocative
stasis
stagnation, equilibrium
stagnant
stale, foul, motionless
equilibrium
state of balance
Odium
state of disgrace resulting from detestable behavior; hate coupled with disgust
Bereavement
state of sorrow over the death or departure of a loved one
Equanimity
steadiness of mind under stress
acrimonious
stinging, bitter in temper or tone
stanch
stop the flow of a liquid
candor
straightforwardness, sincerity
Discord
strife resulting from a lack of agreement;disagreement among those expected to cooperate; lack of agreement or harmony; a harsh mixture of sounds; (V) be different from one another
antipathy
strong feeling against, dislike for
pungent
strong tasting or smelling
recalcitrant
stubborn, defiant
intransigent
stubborn, uncompromising
obdurate
stubborn, unfeeling
obstinate
stubborn, unmoving
peruse
study thoroughly
falter
stumble, hesitate
daunt
subdue or tame
bolster
support
buttress
supporting piece of a structure, strengthen, support
extirpate
surgically remove (an organ)
astonished
surprised greatly; amazed
reconnaissance
survey, esp military action
formative
susceptible to alteration by development and experience
Moratorium
suspension of an ongoing activity; a legally authorized postponement before some obligation must be discharged
distend
swell from or as if from internal pressure
obsequious
sycophantic-flatter, fawning
vitiate
take away the legal force of or render ineffective
retract
take back, recant
gainsay
take exception to
meretricious
tastelessly showy
savory
tasty, appetizing, pungent or salty, not sweet, inoffensive, respectable
tantalize
tease, give taste of
perfidious
tending to betray
captious
tending to find and call attention to faults
D
the 4th letter of the Roman alphabet; a fat-soluble vitamin that prevents rickets
fitness
the ability for a species to survive or Gym
sustainability
the ability to be maintained
imprecation
the act of calling down a curse that invokes evil (and usually serves as an insult)
Egress
the act of coming (or going) out; becoming apparent; (astronomy) the reappearance of a celestial body after an eclipse; the becoming visible; (V) come out of
Dissimulation
the act of deceiving
Depletion
the act of decreasing something markedly; the state of being depleted
Derision
the act of deriding or treating with contempt;contemptuous laughter
Candor
the quality of being honest and straightforward in attitude and speech; ability to make judgments free from discrimination or dishonesty
realism
the quality of being true to reality
Altruism
the quality of unselfish concern for the welfare of others
incidence
the rate at which something happens
InGEnue
the role of an innocent artless young woman in a play; an artless innocent young girl (especially as portrayed on the stage); an actress who specializes in playing the role of an artless innocent young girl
Anthropology
the social science that studies the origins and social relationships of human beings
Dishabille
the state of being carelessly or partially dressed
entirety
the state of being complete
resemblance
the state of being similar to something
belligerence
the state of treating with disdain or aggression
Liturgics
the study of liturgies
Genealogy
the study or investigation of ancestry and family history; successive generations of kin
Fa
the syllable naming the fourth (subdominant) note of the diatonic scale in solmization
Mendacity
the tendency to be untruthful
interregnum
the time between two reigns, governments, etc.
Inadvertence
the trait of forgetting or ignoring your responsibilities; an unintentional omission resulting from failure to notice something
Austerity
the trait of great self-denial (especially refraining from worldly pleasures)
Disquiet
the trait of seeming ill at ease; a feeling of mild anxiety about possible developments; (V) disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed
Malapropism
the unintentional misuse of a word by confusion with one that sounds similar
Chicanery
the use of tricks to deceive someone (usually to extract money from them)
Foible
the weaker part of a sword's blade from the forte to the tip; a behavioral attribute that is distinctive and peculiar to an individual
Mayhem
the willful and unlawful crippling or mutilation of another person; violent and needless disturbance
alpha wolf
the wolf considered the leader of the pack
Libretto
the words of an opera or musical play
quisling
traitor
peregrination
travel (especially by foot)
Peregrination
traveling or wandering around
flout
treat with contemptuous disregard
Bathos
triteness or triviality of style; a change from a serious subject to a disappointing one; insincere pathos
knickers
trousers ending above the knee
veracity
truthfulness
tout
try to sell or promote, showoff
avert
turn away, avoid
tortuous
twisting, winding, tricky
inversely
two values change in opposite directions
undetectable
unable to be noticed or observed
incompatible
unable to coexist
impenetrable
unable to penetrate, pierced
gratuitous
uncalled for, not warranted
intransgience
uncompromising refusing to give up a high position
intelligible
understandable, comprehensible
Miasma
unhealthy vapors rising from the ground or other sources; an unwholesome atmosphere
oblivious
unknowing, unheeding
affectation
unnatural or artificial behavior, usually intended to impress
naivete
unsophisticatedness, artlessness
volatile
unstable, likely to explode or vaporize
labile
unstable, open to change
eccentric
unusual, strange
Veracity
unwillingness to tell lies
hitherto
up to this time; until now
traumatic
upsetting صدمه - حدث مسبق
exhort
urge on or encourage especially by shouts
instigate
urge, incite
travail
use of physical or mental energy
Alliteration
use of the same consonant at the beginning of each stressed syllable in a line of verse
peddler
A person who goes from door to door on foot trying to sell a product
parity
[par-rity] (N) equality, as in amount, status, or character. In fiance : a similar equivalence between different forms of the same national currency, esp the gold equivalent of a unit of gold-standard currency
purvey
[per-Vaah] (V) to supply (especially food or provisions) usually as a business or service.
rejoinder
[re-join-der] (N) answer, or reply or in Law: (in pleading) the answer made by a defendant to the claimant's reply
spate
[sp-ate) (N) a fast flow, rush, or fast wave EX: a spate of words or a sudden, almost overwhelming, outpouring EX: a spate of angry words.
circumvent
avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)
self-deprecating
belittling or undervaluing oneself; excessively modest
deference
courteous regard for people's feelings
gruff
deep and harsh sounding as if from shouting or illness or emotion
stultify
deprive of strength or efficiency
empirical
derived from experiment and observation rather than theory
partisan
devoted to a cause or party
appeal
(N) a request or ask for relief, aid, etc (V) to make an earnest request for relief, support, etc or to attract, please, stimulate, or interest or in law : to apply to a superior court to review (a case or particular issue decided by a lower tribunal)
bandied
exchanged
definitive
authoritative
prattle
babble, as a child
rudimentary
basic
foment
bathe with warm water or medicated lotions
Evidence
because / since / the reason / due to / if
incipient
beginning, budding
colony
(Noun) a group of animals of the same species that live together
Inculcate
(V) teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions
integration
(V) the combination of parts into a whole
Perturb
(V) throw into great confusion or disorder; disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed; cause a celestial body to deviate from a theoretically regular orbital motion, especially as a result of interposed or extraordinary gravitational pull; disturb or interfere with the usual path of an electron or atom
cope
(V) to deal with emotionally
expel
(V) to drive out or send away
embellish
(V) to exaggerate
Commiserate
(V) to feel or express sympathy or compassion
pepper
(V) to fill with lots examples of something.
parody
(V) to imitate someone or something comically
facilitate
(V) to make easier
circulate
(V) to move from place to place
transpire
(V) to occur
collaborate
(V) to work together
Cosset
(V) treat with excessive indulgence
Avert
(V) turn away or aside; prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening
Retract
(V) use a surgical instrument to hold open (the edges of a wound or an organ); formally reject or disavow a formerly held belief, usually under pressure; pull inward or towards a center; pull away from a source of disgust or fear
Expend
(V) use up, consume fully; pay out
Enervate
(V) weaken mentally or morally; disturb the composure of
Collaborate
(V) work together on a common enterprise of project; cooperate as a traitor
subject
(V): submit خضع or أطاع obey, comply,enforce
forgo
(V)to give up
vulnerable
(adj) not protected, defenseless
Esoteric
(adj) confined to and understandable by only an enlightened inner circle
Vindictive
(adj) showing malicious ill will and a desire to hurt; motivated by spite; disposed to seek revenge or intended for revenge
glazed
(adj) [glayzd] لامع covered with a layer used to protect the piece (N) glaze [glayz] : a smooth, glossy surface or coating or paint (V) glaze [glaayz]
dynamic
(adj) active , in motion
Magnanimous
(adj) generous and understanding and tolerant; noble and generous in spirit
Eleemosynary
(adj) generous in assistance to the poor
Benevolent
(adj) generous in providing aid to others; intending or showing kindness; generous in assistance to the poor; showing or motivated by sympathy and understanding and generosity
Lecherous
(adj) given to excessive indulgence in sexual activity
Fastidious
(adj) giving careful attention to detail; hard to please; excessively concerned with cleanliness; having complicated nutritional requirements; especially growing only in special artificial cultures
Querulous
(adj) habitually complaining
Deleterious
(adj) harmful to living things
Cursory
(adj) hasty and without attention to detail; not thorough
Perfunctory
(adj) hasty and without attention to detail; not thorough; as a formality only
Concentric
(adj) having a common center
Inveterate
(adj) having a habit of long standing
Nucleate
(adj) having a nucleus or occurring in the nucleus; (V)form into a nucleus
Iridescent
(adj) having a play of lustrous rainbow-like colors;varying in color when seen in different lights or from different angles
Inopportune
(adj) not opportune
Inextricable
(adj) not permitting extrication; incapable of being disentangled or untied
Insipid
(adj) not pleasing to the sense of taste; lacking interest or significance; lacking significance or impact; lacking taste or flavor or tang
Latent
(adj) not presently active; potentially existing but not presently evident or realized
Improvident
(adj) not provident; not providing for the future; not given careful consideration
Disingenuous
(adj) not straightforward or candid; giving a false appearance of frankness
Banal
(adj) repeated too often; overfamiliar through overuse
Hackneyed
(adj) repeated too often; overfamiliar through overuse
overt
(adjective) explicit or easily seen or recognized.
symbolic
(adjective) representing something that canot otherwise be expressed
apposite
[Apoo-zit] Not opposite ! be careful (adj) relevant, to the point
derision
[duh-ruha-geen] (N) insult, disrespect , make fun of , mocking
dusk [duhsk]
[duhsk] the time of day immediately following sunset
emigration
[em-i-grey-shuhn] (N) an act or instance of emigrating.
emphasize
[em-pha-size] (V) give priority to
encapsulate
[en-cap-sulate] (V) to cover, or sum up
Endeavor
[en-dev-er] (V) to try (to do something) , Effort (N) An effort to do or attain something
Dichotomy
being twofold; a classification into two opposed parts or subclasses
proliferate
[pruh-lif-uh-rate] (V) multiply, procreate
proprietor
[pruh-prit-ter] (N) Owner - the Owner of Something
procedure
[pruh-see-jer] (N) اجراءات
Pursue
[pur-soo] (V) to follow in order to overtake, capture, Chase , accomplish
intrepid
bold, fearless
flagrant
bold, open, apparent
effrontery
boldness
molten
melted
inconsequential
peripheral
castigate
scold severely
vituperate
scold with excessively harsh language
furtive
secret, sneaky
paradox
seeming contradiction or an actual contradiction
disingenuous
seemingly honest while not being so
dichotomy
separation into two parts
Bellwether
sheep that leads the herd often wearing a bell;someone who assumes leadership of a movement or activity
forbearing
showing patient and unruffled self-control and restraint under adversity
Jeer
showing your contempt by derision; (V) laugh at with contempt and derision
diffident
shy, reserved
pavement
sidewalk
lateral
sideways, on the side
adriot
skillful, expert in the use of the hands or mind
under pants
sleep - thong
nuance
slight distinction
pulverize
smash into dust
Hedonist
someone motivated by desires for sensual pleasures
Malingerer
someone shirking their duty by feigning illness or incapacity
profusion
the property of being extremely abundant
aegis
the protection, backing, or support of a particular person or organization
striate
to stripe
adjourn
to suspend, as a meeting
discern
to tell apart or distinguish
contemplate
to think about
cogitate
to think hard, ponder
plod
to walk heavily or slowly; to work slowly
saunter
to walk in an easygoing swagger
collaborate
to work together, cooperate
concede
to yield, grant
distribution
() the giving out of things
proprietary vs property vs propriety
!proprietary! [pruh-prit-areee] (Adj) being a proprietor; holding !property! EX: the proprietary class. or (N) which an owner or proprietor [pruh-prit-ter] propriety : [pro-priee(like pie) - ateeeee] (N) 1) the quality or state of being appropriate, correct, fitting, rightness or justness.
Estate
() a major social class or order of persons regarded collectively as part of the body politic of the country and formerly possessing distinct political rights; extensive landed property (especially in the country) retained by the owner for his own use;everything you own; all of your assets (whether real property or personal property) and liabilities
Erudition
() profound scholarly knowledge
satire
() a genre that uses irony sarcasm, and ridicule
avenue
() a path
laugh track
() a per-recorded segment of laughter that is added to a TV or radio program to mimic audience responses
temperament
() a range of moods or personality fluctuations
boom
() a rapid increase. -There was a ________ in the number of people who owned cars in the 1960s.
indication
() a sign, a characteristic
device
() a tool
commentary
() an explanation or illustration of something.
unison
() in harmony at the same time
runoff
() material that is drained off such as from a river
sediment
() material that settles to the bottom of water.
focal
() related to the center of attention
Coast
(N) 1) the land next to the sea 2)a hill or slope down which one may slide on a sled. 3) a slide or ride down a hill or slope, as on a sled. 4) Obsolete . the boundary or border of a country. 5)the region adjoining it, Ex: They live on the coast, a few miles from the sea.
succession
(N) Basically like Sequence but in a success matter. the coming of one person or thing after another in order, sequence, or in the course of events: many troubles in succession. the order or line of those entitled to succeed one another.
Tent
(N) Its a fundamental belief like an opinion or a principle
forefather
(N) [For-father] An ancestor Puraul
Abbreviation
(N) [abb-re-ve-ation] a shortened or contracted form of a word or phrase, used to represent the whole.
tackle
(N) [tak-uh l] معالجه
Exhortation
(N) a communication intended to urge or persuade the recipients to take some action; the act of exhorting; an earnest attempt at persuasion
Dogma
(N) a doctrine or code of beliefs accepted as authoritative; a religious doctrine that is proclaimed as true without proof
Basis
(N) a fundamental belief or principle Also the bottom or base of anything PS:plural bases [bay-seez]
preservation
(N) a process that saves organic substances from decay
mammal
(N) any vertebrate of the class Mammalia, having the body more or less covered with hair, nourishing the young with milk from the mammary glands, and, with the exception of the egg-laying monotremes, giving birth to live young.
aspiration
(N) hope, ambition, breathing in
substance
(N) physical matter or material (its the matter) or can use as the subject matter of thought, discourse, study, etc.
ideology
(N) set of beliefs of group of people.
Fusion
(N) the act of fusing (or melting) together; correction of an unstable part of the spine by joining two or more vertebrae; usually done surgically but sometimes done by traction or immobilization; the combining of images from the two eyes to form a single visual percept; an occurrence that involves the production of a union; a nuclear reaction in which nuclei combine to form more massive nuclei with the simultaneous release of energy; the merging of adjacent sounds or syllables or words; the state of being combined into one body
Torture
(N) تعذيب
veils [veeal]
(N) حجاب
Norm
(N) مبدأ principle, precept, norm, rubric, standard Adj : Normative
jumper
(N) 1) the person who jump 2) Manège. a horse specially trained to jump obstacles. 3) a boring tool or device worked with a jumping motion. 4) pullover sweater. (thats in British) or (V) without object : 1) to move or jerk suddenly, as from surprise or shock EX : He jumped when the firecracker exploded. 2) to obey quickly and energetically; like the word [hustle] EX: The waiter was told to jump when the captain signaled.
zedonk
(N) [Zee-Dunk] which is
chronology
(N) [kroh-noLa-jee] The determination of the proper sequence of past events. The arrangement of dates, events, etc, in order of occurrence. The plural is chronologies [kroh-noLa-jees]
Precursor
(N) [prih-kur-sir] Like Predecessor [praD-uh-sas-sir] a person or thing that precedes (before) , as in a job, a method, etc.;
Progenitor
(N) [pro-gen-i-ter] a person or thing that first indicates a direction, originates something, or serves as a model; predecessor; precursor. Ex: the progenitor of modern painting. An originator or founder of a future development; precursor
zealot
(N) the one who has great enthusiasm esp for a cause and A member of an ancient Jewish sect in Judea in the first century who fought to the death against the Romans and who killed or persecuted Jews who collaborated with the Romans; a fervent and even militant proponent of something
Welter
(N) a confused multitude of things; (V) be immersed in; toss, roll, or rise and fall in an uncontrolled way; roll around, "pigs were wallowing in the mud"
Grimace
(N) a contorted facial expression; (V) contort the face to indicate a certain mental or emotional state
Fallacy
(N) a misconception resulting from incorrect reasoning
Gourmand
(N) a person who is devoted to eating and drinking to excess
Facet
(N) a smooth surface (as of a bone or cut gemstone); a distinct feature or element in a problem
ade
(N) a sweetened beverage of diluted fruit juice
Garnishee
(N) a wage earner who is served with a garnishment; (V) take a debtor's wages on legal orders, such as for child support
Vituperation
(N) abusive or venomous language used to express blame or censure or bitter deep-seated ill will
wages
(N) an amount of money that a worker is paid based on the number of hours, days, etc., that are worked.(money paid to workers)
Fracas
(N) noisy quarrel
Falter
(N) the act of pausing uncertainly; (V) move hesitatingly, as if about to give way; be unsure or weak; speak haltingly; walk unsteadily
Forage
(N) the act of searching for food and provisions; animal food for browsing or grazing; (V) wander and feed; collect or look around for (food)
Guile
(N) the use of tricks to deceive someone (usually to extract money from them); the quality of being crafty; shrewdness as demonstrated by being skilled in deception
Correspond
(V) exchange messages; be equivalent or parallel, in mathematics; be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics; take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to
Disparage
(V) express a negative opinion of
Excoriate
(V) express strong disapproval of; tear or wear off the skin or make sore by abrading
Inundate
(V) fill or cover completely, usually with water; fill quickly beyond capacity; as with a liquid
Predestine
(V) foreordain or determine beforehand; foreordain by divine will or decree; decree or determine beforehand
Endow
(V) furnish with an endowment; give qualities or abilities to
Ingratiate
(V) gain favor with somebody by deliberate efforts
Ameliorate
(V) get better; to make better
Burgeon
(V) grow and flourish
Extradite
(V) hand over to the authorities of another country
Concur
(V) happen simultaneously; be in accord; be in agreement
Tantalize
(V) harass with persistent criticism or carping
Castigate
(V) inflict severe punishment on; censure severely
Cajole
(V) influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering
Inveigle
(V) influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering
Decimate
(V) kill one in every ten, as of mutineers in Roman armies; kill in large numbers
Contend
(V) maintain or assert; be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight; have an argument about something; to make the subject of dispute, contention, or litigation; compete for something; engage in a contest; measure oneself against others; come to terms or deal successfully with
Expiate
(V) make amends for
Feign
(V) make believe with the intent to deceive; make a pretence of
Pulverize
(V) make into a powder by breaking up or cause to become dust; become powder or dust; destroy completely
cloud
(V) make less clear.
Mitigate
(V) make less severe or harsh; lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of
Fabricate
(V) make up something artificial or untrue; put together out of components or parts
Conflate
(V) mix together different elements
Extemporize
(V) perform without preparation; manage in a makeshift way; do with whatever is at hand
Isolate
(V) place or set apart; obtain in pure form; separate (experiences) from the emotions relating to them; set apart from others
Emanate
(V) proceed or issue forth, as from a source; give out (breath or an odor)
Expedite
(V) process fast and efficiently; speed up the progress of; facilitate
Stipple
(V) produce a mottled effect; apply (paint) in small touches; make by small short touches that together produce an even or softly graded shadow, as in paint or ink; engrave by means of dots and flicks
Refute
(V) prove to be false or incorrect; overthrow by argument, evidence, or proof
Palliate
(V) provide physical relief, as from pain; lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of
Alleviate
(V) provide physical relief, as from pain; make easier
Assuage
(V) provide physical relief, as from pain; satisfy (thirst);cause to be more favorably inclined; gain the good will of
Imbibe
(V) receive into the mind and retain; take in liquids; take in, also metaphorically; take (gas, light or heat) into a solution
Relinquish
(V) relinquish to the power of another; yield to the control of another; release, as from one's grip; turn away from; give up; part with a possession or right; do without or cease to hold or adhere to
Disarm
(V) remove offensive capability from; take away the weapons from; render harmless; make less hostile; win over
Belie
(V) represent falsely; be in contradiction with
Instigate
(V) serve as the inciting cause of; provoke or stir up
Sever
(V) set or keep apart; cut off from a whole
Gesticulate
(V) show, express or direct through movement
Inveigh
(V) speak against in an impassioned manner; complain bitterly
Enumerate
(V) specify individually; determine the number or amount of
Vituperate
(V) spread negative information about
Defer
(V) submit or yield to another's wish or opinion; hold back to a later time
Incriminate
(V) suggest that someone is guilty; bring an accusation against; level a charge against
Extirpate
(V) surgically remove (an organ); pull up by or as if by the roots; destroy completely, as if down to the roots
Capitulate
(V) surrender under agreed conditions
Orate
(V) talk pompously
Manifest
(adj) clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment; a customs document listing the contents put on a ship or plane; (V) reveal its presence or make an appearance; record in a ship's manifest; provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes
Clandestine
(adj) conducted with or marked by hidden aims or methods
Heterogeneous
(adj) consisting of elements that are not of the same kind or nature; originating outside the body
Egregious
(adj) conspicuously and outrageously bad or reprehensible
Flagrant
(adj) conspicuously and outrageously bad or reprehensible
Discrete
(adj) constituting a separate entity or part
Integral
(adj) constituting the undiminished entirety; lacking nothing essential especially not damaged; existing as an essential constituent or characteristic; the result of a mathematical integration; F(x) is the integral of f(x) if dF/dx = f(x)
Invidious
(adj) containing or implying a slight or showing prejudice
Complacent
(adj) contented to a fault with oneself or one's actions
Unprepossessing
(adj) creating an unfavorable or neutral first impression
Incumbent
(adj) currently holding an office; necessary (for someone) as a duty or responsibility; morally binding; lying or leaning on something else; the official who holds an office
Malignant
(adj) dangerous to health; characterized by progressive and uncontrolled growth (especially of a tumor)
Mosaic
(adj) decorated with small pieces of colored glass or stone fitted together; of or relating to Moses or the laws and writings attributed to him; art consisting of a design made of small pieces of colored stone or glass; assembly of aerial photographs forming a composite picture; transducer formed by the light-sensitive surface on a television camera tube; a pattern resembling a mosaic; a freeware browser; viral disease in solanaceous plants (tomatoes, potatoes, tobacco) resulting in mottling and often shriveling of the leaves
Truculent
(adj) defiantly aggressive
Empirical
(adj) derived from experiment and observation rather than theory; relying on medical quackery
Execrable
(adj) deserving a curse; unequivocally detestable; of very poor quality or condition
Culpable
(adj) deserving blame or censure as being wrong or evil or injurious
Malcontent
(adj) discontented as toward authority; a person who is discontented or disgusted
Epicurean
(adj) displaying luxury and furnishing gratification to the senses; of Epicurus or epicureanism; devoted to pleasure; a person devoted to refined sensuous enjoyment (especially good food and drink)
Credulous
(adj) disposed to believe on little evidence; showing a lack of judgment or experience
Militant
(adj) disposed to warfare or hard-line policies; showing a fighting disposition; engaged in war; a militant reformer
Lascivious
(adj) driven by lust; preoccupied with or exhibiting lustful desires
Flaccid
(adj) drooping without elasticity; wanting in stiffness;lacking in strength or firmness or resilience; out of condition; not strong or robust; incapable of exertion or endurance
Maudlin
(adj) effusively or insincerely emotional
Piquant
(adj) engagingly stimulating or provocative; having an agreeably pungent taste; attracting or delighting
Malign
(adj) evil or harmful in nature or influence; having or exerting a malignant influence; (V) speak unfavorably about
Corpulent
(adj) excessively fat
Lugubrious
(adj) excessively mournful
Parsimonious
(adj) excessively unwilling to spend
Penurious
(adj) excessively unwilling to spend; not having enough money to pay for necessities
Articulate
(adj) expressing yourself easily or characterized by clear expressive language; consisting of segments held together by joints; (V) express or state clearly; speak, proce, or utter in a certain way; put into words or an expression; provide with a joint
Nefarious
(adj) extremely wicked
Penitent
(adj) feeling or expressing remorse for misdeeds; (Roman Catholic Church) a person who repents for wrongdoing (a Roman Catholic may be admitted to penance under the direction of a confessor)
Tepid
(adj) feeling or showing little interest or enthusiasm; moderately warm
Contrite
(adj) feeling regret for a fault or offence; feeling or expressing pain or sorrow for sins or offenses
Resolute
(adj) firm in purpose or belief; characterized by firmness and determination; characterized by quickness and firmness
Concomitant
(adj) following as a consequence; an event or situation that happens at the same time as or in connection with another
Panegyric
(adj) formally expressing praise; a formal expression of praise
Porous
(adj) full of pores or vessels or holes; able to absorb fluids; allowing passage in and out
Garrulous
(adj) full of trivial conversation
Loquacious
(adj) full of trivial conversation
Emollient
(adj) having a softening or soothing effect especially to the skin; toiletry consisting of any of various substances in the form of a thick liquid that have a soothing and moisturizing effect when applied to the skin
Germane
(adj) having close kinship and appropriateness
Renegade
(adj) having deserted a cause or principle; someone who rebels and becomes an outlaw; a disloyal person who betrays or deserts his cause or religion or political party or friend etc.; (V) break with established customs
Multifarious
(adj) having many aspects
Corporeal
(adj) having material or physical form or substance;affecting or characteristic of the body as opposed to the mind or spirit
Hirsute
(adj) having or covered with hair
Bellicose
(adj) having or showing a ready disposition to fight
Pertinent
(adj) having precise or logical relevance to the matter at hand; being of striking appropriateness and pertinence
Pied
(adj) having sections or patches colored differently and usually brightly
Motley
(adj) having sections or patches colored differently and usually brightly; consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds (even to the point of incongruity); a multicolored woolen fabric woven of mixed threads in 14th to 17th century England; a garment made of motley (especially a court jester's costume); a collection containing a variety of sorts of things; (V) make motley; color with different colors; make something more diverse and varied
Omnipotent
(adj) having unlimited power
Metaphysical
(adj) highly abstract and overly theoretical; without material form or substance; pertaining to or of the nature of metaphysics
Emeritus
(adj) honorably retired from assigned duties and retaining your title along with the additional title `emeritus' as in `professor emeritus'; `retired from assigned duties' need not imply that one is inactive; a professor or minister who is retired from assigned duties
Halcyon
(adj) idyllically calm and peaceful; suggesting happy tranquillity; marked by peace and prosperity; a mythical bird said to breed at the time of the winter solstice in a nest floating on the sea and to have the power of calming the winds and waves; a large kingfisher widely distributed in warmer parts of the Old World;(Greek mythology) a woman who was turned into a kingfisher
Debilitating
(adj) impairing the strength and vitality
Impalpable
(adj) imperceptible to the senses or the mind; not perceptible to the touch; incapable of being perceived by the senses especially the sense of touch
Intransigent
(adj) impervious to pleas, persuasion, requests, reason
Inexorable
(adj) impervious to pleas, persuasion, requests, reason; not to be placated or appeased or moved by entreaty
Equitable
(adj) implying justice dictated by reason, conscience, and a natural sense of what is fair to all
Insatiable
(adj) impossible to satisfy
Impenetrable
(adj) impossible to understand; not admitting of penetration or passage into or through; permitting little if any light to pass through because of denseness of matter
Sequential
(adj) in regular succession without gaps
Inherent
(adj) in the nature of something though not readily apparent; existing as an essential constituent or characteristic
Implacable
(adj) incapable of being placated
Irrevocable
(adj) incapable of being retracted or revoked
Infallible
(adj) incapable of failure or error
Florid
(adj) inclined to a healthy reddish color often associated with outdoor life; elaborately or excessively ornamented
Maverick
(adj) independent in behavior or thought; an unbranded range animal (especially a stray calf); belongs to the first person who puts a brand on it; someone who exhibits great independence in thought and action
Omniscient
(adj) infinitely wise
Noxious
(adj) injurious to physical or mental health
Formidable
(adj) inspiring fear; extremely impressive in strength or excellence
Redoubtable
(adj) inspiring fear; having or worthy of pride
Gregarious
(adj) instinctively or temperamentally seeking and enjoying the company of others; (of animals) tending to form a group with others of the same species; (of plants) growing in groups that are close together
Didactic
(adj) instructive (especially excessively)
Spurious
(adj) intended to deceive; born out of wedlock; plausible but false
Officious
(adj) intrusive in a meddling or offensive manner
Intrepid
(adj) invulnerable to fear or intimidation
Amoral
(adj) lacking any sense of moral standards or principles
Nebulous
(adj) lacking definition or definite content; lacking definite form or limits; of or relating to or resembling a nebula
Myopic
(adj) lacking foresight or scope; unable to see distant objects clearly
Dissonant
(adj) lacking in harmony; characterized by musical dissonance; harmonically unresolved; not musical in nature
Obtuse
(adj) lacking in insight or discernment; of an angle; between 90 and 180 degrees; of a leaf shape; rounded at the apex; slow to learn or understand; lacking intellectual acuity
Impotent
(adj) lacking power or ability; (of a male) unable to copulate
Diffident
(adj) lacking self-confidence; showing modest reserve
Desiccate
(adj) lacking vitality or spirit; lifeless; (V) lose water or moisture; remove water from; preserve by removing all water and liquids from
Commodious
(adj) large and roomy (`convenient' is archaic in this sense)
Copious
(adj) large in number or quantity (especially of discourse);affording an abundant supply
Ephemeral
(adj) lasting a very short time; anything short-lived, as an insect that lives only for a day in its winged form
Meretricious
(adj) like or relating to a prostitute; based on pretense; deceptively pleasing; tastelessly showy
Fallible
(adj) likely to fail or make errors; having the attributes of man as opposed to e.g. divine beings
Lateral
(adj) lying away from the median and sagittal plane of a body; situated at or extending to the side; a pass to a receiver upfield from the passer
Recumbent
(adj) lying down; in a position of comfort or rest
Pedantic
(adj) marked by a narrow focus on or display of learning especially its trivial aspects
Voluble
(adj) marked by a ready flow of speech
Avid
(adj) marked by active interest and enthusiasm; (often followed by `for') ardently or excessively desirous
Insouciant
(adj) marked by blithe unconcern
Effete
(adj) marked by excessive self-indulgence and moral decay
Meticulous
(adj) marked by extreme care in treatment of details; marked by precise accordance with details
Reprobate
(adj) marked by immorality; deviating from what is considered right or proper or good; a person without moral scruples; (V) reject (documents) as invalid; abandon to eternal damnation; express strong disapproval of
Desultory
(adj) marked by lack of definite plan or regularity or purpose; jumping from one thing to another
Circuitous
(adj) marked by obliqueness or indirection in speech or conduct; deviating from a straight course
Furtive
(adj) marked by quiet and caution and secrecy; taking pains to avoid being observed; secret and sly or sordid
Prodigal
(adj) marked by rash extravagance; very generous;recklessly wasteful; a recklessly extravagant consumer
Recalcitrant
(adj) marked by stubborn resistance to authority;stubbornly resistant to authority or control
Judicious
(adj) marked by the exercise of good judgment or common sense in practical matters
Striate
(adj) marked with stria or striations; (V) mark with striae or striations
Insular
(adj) narrowly restricted in outlook or scope; suggestive of the isolated life of an island; relating to or characteristic of or situated on an island
Penultimate
(adj) next to the last; the next to last syllable in a word
blase
(adj) nonchalantly unconcerned; uninterested because of frequent exposure or indulgence; very sophisticated especially because of surfeit; versed in the ways of the world
Impervious
(adj) not admitting of passage or capable of being affected
Maladroit
(adj) not adroit
Obscure
(adj) not clearly understood or expressed; not drawing attention; not famous or acclaimed; marked by difficulty of style or expression; remote and separate physically or socially; difficult to find; (V) make obscure or unclear; make difficult to perceive by sight; make undecipherable or imperceptible by obscuring or concealing; make less visible or unclear; make unclear, indistinct, or blurred
Incompatible
(adj) not compatible; incapable of being used with or connected to other devices or components without modification;used especially of solids or solutions; incapable of blending into a stable homogeneous mixture; not suitable to your tastes or needs;not in keeping with what is correct or proper; not compatible with other facts; used especially of drugs or muscles that counteract or neutralize each other's effect; not easy to combine harmoniously; of words so related that one contrasts with the other
Dubious
(adj) not convinced; fraught with uncertainty or doubt;open to doubt or suspicion
Authentic
(adj) not counterfeit or copied; conforming to fact and therefore worthy of belief
Incredulous
(adj) not disposed or willing to believe; unbelieving
Inimical
(adj) not friendly
Stagnant
(adj) not growing or changing; without force or vitality; not circulating or flowing
infrequently
(adj) not happening often : not frequent.(not often)
Eccentric
(adj) not having a common center; not concentric;conspicuously or grossly unconventional or unusual; a person with an unusual or odd personality; a person of a specified kind (usually with many eccentricities)
Innocuous
(adj) not injurious to physical or mental health; not causing disapproval; lacking intent or capacity to injure; unlikely to harm or disturb anyone
Synchronous
(adj) occurring or existing at the same time or having the same period or phase; (digital communication) pertaining to a transmission technique that requires a common clock signal (a timing reference) between the communicating devices in order to coordinate their transmissions
Inscrutable
(adj) of an obscure nature
Celestial
(adj) of heaven or the spirit; relating to or inhabiting a divine heaven; of or relating to the sky
Nugatory
(adj) of no real value
Equine
(adj) of or belonging to the family Equidae; resembling a horse; hoofed mammals having slender legs and a flat coat with a narrow mane along the back of the neck
Transcendental
(adj) of or characteristic of a system of philosophy emphasizing the intuitive and spiritual above the empirical and material; existing outside of or not in accordance with nature
Ferrous
(adj) of or relating to or containing iron
Peripheral
(adj) on or near an edge or constituting an outer boundary; the outer area; related to the key issue but not of central importance; (computer science) electronic equipment connected by cable to the CPU of a computer
Inchoate
(adj) only partly in existence; imperfectly formed
Incipient
(adj) only partly in existence; imperfectly formed
Labile
(adj) open to change; liable to change; (chemistry, physics, biology) readily undergoing change or breakdown
Indigenous
(adj) originating where it is found
Seminal
(adj) pertaining to or containing or consisting of semen; containing seeds of later development
Specious
(adj) plausible but false; based on pretense; deceptively pleasing
Indigent
(adj) poor enough to need help from others
Ascetic
(adj) practicing great self-denial; pertaining to or characteristic of an ascetic or the practice of rigorous self-discipline; someone who practices self denial as a spiritual discipline
Precedent
(adj) preceding in time, order, or significance; an example that is used to justify similar occurrences at a later time; a subject mentioned earlier (preceding in time); (civil law) a law established by following earlier judicial decisions; a system of jurisprudence based on judicial precedents rather than statutory laws
Ominous
(adj) presaging ill fortune; threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments
Innate
(adj) present at birth but not necessarily hereditary; acquired during fetal development; being talented through inherited qualities; not established by conditioning or learning
indigenous
(adj) produced, living, or existing naturally in a particular region or environment. (original)
Pontifical
(adj) puffed up with vanity; denoting or governed by or relating to a bishop or bishops; proceeding from or ordered by or subject to a pope or the papacy regarded as the successor of the Apostles; the vestments and other insignia of a pontiff (especially a bishop)
Grandiloquent
(adj) puffed up with vanity; lofty in style
Peremptory
(adj) putting an end to all debate or action; not allowing contradiction or refusal; offensively self-assured or given to exercising usually unwarranted power
Carping
(adj) quibbling over insignificant details; persistent petty and unjustified criticism
Perennial
(adj) recurring again and again; lasting three seasons or more; lasting an indefinitely long time; suggesting self-renewal; a plant lasting for three seasons or more
Sporadic
(adj) recurring in scattered and irregular or unpredictable instances
Attenuate
(adj) reduced in strength; (V) become weaker, in strength, value, or magnitude; weaken the consistency of (a chemical substance)
Inorganic
(adj) relating or belonging to the class of compounds not having a carbon basis; lacking the properties characteristic of living organisms
Natal
(adj) relating to or accompanying birth; of or relating to the buttocks; a port city in northeastern Brazil; a region of eastern South Africa on the Indian Ocean
Mystic
(adj) relating to or characteristic of mysticism; relating to or resembling mysticism; having an import not apparent to the senses nor obvious to the intelligence; beyond ordinary understanding; someone who believes in the existence of realities beyond human comprehension
Runic
(adj) relating to or consisting of runes
Mercurial
(adj) relating to or containing or caused by mercury; relating to or having characteristics (eloquence, shrewdness, swiftness, thievishness) attributed to the god Mercury; relating to or under the (astrological) influence of the planet Mercury; liable to sudden unpredictable change
Pecuniary
(adj) relating to or involving money
Fiduciary
(adj) relating to or of the nature of a legal trust (i.e. the holding of something in trust for another); a person who holds assets in trust for a beneficiary
Parochial
(adj) relating to or supported by or located in a parish; narrowly restricted in outlook or scope
Bucolic
(adj) relating to shepherds or herdsmen or devoted to raising sheep or cattle; used of idealized country life; a short descriptive poem of rural or pastoral life; a country person
Reticent
(adj) reluctant to draw attention to yourself; temperamentally disinclined to talk; cool and formal in manner
Obstinate
(adj) resistant to guidance or discipline; stubbornly persistent in wrongdoing; tenaciously unwilling or marked by tenacious unwillingness to yield; (V) persist stubbornly
Inept
(adj) revealing lack of perceptiveness or judgment or finesse; generally incompetent and ineffectual; not elegant or graceful in expression
Convoluted
(adj) rolled or coiled together; highly complex or intricate
Eclectic
(adj) selecting what seems best of various styles or ideas; someone who selects according to the eclectic method
Interim
(adj) serving during an intermediate interval of time; the time between one event, process, or period and another
Complaisant
(adj) showing a cheerful willingness to do favors for others
Urbane
(adj) showing a high degree of refinement and the assurance that comes from wide social experience
Inquisitive
(adj) showing curiosity; inquiring or appearing to inquire
Ingenious
(adj) showing inventiveness and skill; skillful (or showing skill) in adapting means to ends; (used of persons or artifacts) marked by independence and creativity in thought or action
Pensive
(adj) showing pensive sadness; persistently or morbidly thoughtful
Dolorous
(adj) showing sorrow
Lachrymose
(adj) showing sorrow
Obdurate
(adj) showing unfeeling resistance to tender feelings; stubbornly persistent in wrongdoing
Intrinsic
(adj) situated within or belonging solely to the organ or body part on which it acts; belonging to a thing by its very nature
Elusive
(adj) skillful at eluding capture; difficult to describe; be difficult to detect or grasp by the mind
Dexterous
(adj) skillful in physical movements; especially of the hands
Antediluvian
(adj) so extremely old as seeming to belong to an earlier period; of or relating to the period before the biblical flood; any of the early patriarchs who lived prior to the Noachian deluge; a very old person
Negligible
(adj) so small as to be meaningless; insignificant; not worth considering
Pervasive
(adj) spreading or spread throughout
Extant
(adj) still in existence; not extinct or destroyed or lost
Pungent
(adj) strong and sharp; "the pungent taste of radishes";capable of wounding
Incisive
(adj) suitable for cutting or piercing; having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions
Perfidious
(adj) tending to betray; especially having a treacherous character as attributed to the Carthaginians by the Romans
Centrifugal
(adj) tending to move away from a center; conveying information to the muscles from the CNS; tending away from centralization, as of authority
Evanescent
(adj) tending to vanish like vapor
Timorous
(adj) timid by nature or revealing timidity
Myriad
(adj) too numerous to be counted; a large indefinite number
Ineffable
(adj) too sacred to be uttered; defying expression or description
Peripatetic
(adj) traveling especially on foot; of or relating to Aristotle or his philosophy; a person who walks from place to place; a follower of Aristotle or an adherent of Aristotelianism
Insolvent
(adj) unable to meet or discharge financial obligations; someone who has insufficient assets to cover their debts
Equivocal
(adj) uncertain as a sign or indication; open to two or more interpretations; or of uncertain nature or significance; or (often) intended to mislead; open to question
Odious
(adj) unequivocally detestable
Profligate
(adj) unrestrained by convention or morality; recklessly wasteful; a recklessly extravagant consumer; a dissolute man in fashionable society
Congenial
(adj) used of plants; capable of cross-fertilization or of being grafted; suitable to your needs or similar to your nature
Contiguous
(adj) very close or connected in space or time; having a common boundary or edge; touching; connecting without a break; within a common boundary
Munificent
(adj) very generous
scarce
(adj) very small in amount or number : not plentiful.(not easy to find)
rigorous
(adj) very strict and demanding. (demanding)
Contumacious
(adj) wilfully obstinate; stubbornly disobedient
Malevolent
(adj) wishing or appearing to wish evil to others; arising from intense ill will or hatred; having or exerting a malignant influence
Gratuitous
(adj) without cause; unnecessary and unwarranted;costing nothing
Unassailable
(adj) without flaws or loopholes; impossible to assail; able to withstand attack
Insidious
(adj) working or spreading in a hidden and usually injurious way; intended to entrap; beguiling but harmful
Laudable
(adj) worthy of high praise
prolonged
(adjective) continued, constant
Parry
(fencing) blocking a lunge or deflecting it with a circular motion of the sword; a return punch (especially by a boxer);(V) impede the movement of (an opponent or a ball); avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)
Herald
(formal) a person who ances important news;an indication of the approach of something or someone; (V)praise vociferously; greet enthusiastically or joyfully; foreshadow or presage
Axiom
(logic) a proposition that is not susceptible of proof or disproof; its truth is assumed to be self-evident; a saying that is widely accepted on its own merits
Corollary
(logic) an inference that follows directly from the proof of another proposition; a practical consequence that follows naturally
discipline
(n) the trait of being well behaved, School
epoch
(n) a period of time that is very important in history.
degree
(n) an amount or level that can be measured or compared to another amount. (amount)
pollen
(n) the very fine usually yellow dust that is produced by a plant and that is carried to other plants of the same kind usually by wind or insects so that the plants can produce seeds (powder from flowers)
upon
(preposition) to, at, in, onto over, atop, onto, across about to
Catharsis
(psychoanalysis) purging of emotional tensions;purging the body by the use of a cathartic to stimulate evacuation of the bowels
subatomic
(sub-a-tom-mik) (Adj ) of or pertaining to a process that occurs within an atom
involve
(v) to be part of
formulated
(v) o create, invent, or produce (something) by careful thought and effort. (conceived)
comprised
(v) to be made up of (something). (formed)
interfere
(v) to become involved in the activities and concerns of other people when your involvement is not wanted. (get in the way of)
cohabited
(v) to live together and have a sexual relationship.(live together)
intolerant
- , narrow-minded about cherished opinions the opposite of tolerant
tuxedo
A man's dress jacket, usually black, worn for formal occasions.
waist coat
A vest.
Spikes (computer)
A voltage fluctuation of very short duration, but very high voltage. See also surge and voltage. OR A burst of extra voltage in a power line that lasts only a few nanoseconds but Spike means 'Thick' in general
trivial
Adj [tree-v-uool] minor, not important the (V) is Trivialize [tree-v-uool-eye-z]
consolidate
Adj (V) (used with object) 1.to bring together
Continuation
And / Furthermore / Moreover / In Addition
Approbation
[App-re-ba-shuhn] (N) 1. commendation; praise 2. official recognition or approval 3. an obsolete word for proof
transduce
Convert or change over
Apropos
[Appra-poh] (adj) of an appropriate or pertinent nature; (Adv) by the way; at an opportune time
Arable
[Ar-a-ble] (Adj) (of farmland) capable of being farmed productively
probative
In evidence law, tending to prove something
esp
Its (abbreviation) for the word "Especially" and (ESP) stands for: "Extra Sensory Perception" It's like a 6th sense where you can feel something or sense something or perception or communication outside of normal sensory capability, as in telepathy and clairvoyance.
i.e
Its abbreviation for "that is to say" or "in other words" It specifies or makes more clear.
e.g
Its abbreviation for for Example
Arbiter
[Ar-bit-ter] (N) someone chosen to judge and decide a disputed issue; someone with the power to settle matters at will
Emphasis Opinion
Unfortunately / Most / Interesting / flaw in reasoning / Some Critics think
porch
Veranda
tingle
Verb [tenK-ool] an almost pleasurable sensation of fright
scuppered
Wait in hiding to attack
anachronism
[A-nak-ruh-niz-uhm] (N) 1) The representation of an event, person, or thing in a historical context in which it could not have occurred or existed 2) A person or thing that belongs or seems to belong to another time. EX: She regards the Church as an anachronism
Apocryphal
[A-poak-ra-ful] (adj) 1) being of questionable authenticity (not genuine); untrue; counterfeit 2) ( sometimes capital ) of or belonging to the Apocrypha
Archaic
[AR-kA-Yik] (adj) belonging to or characteristic of a much earlier period; ancient
Abundant
[Ab-un-dunt] (Adj) 1) present in great quantity; more than adequate., over-sufficient EX: an abundant supply of water. 2) well supplied; abounding. EX: a river abundant in salmon. 3) richly supplied. EX: an abundant land.
acculturate
[Accul-ltu-rate] (V) to adapt or adjust to the cultural traits or patterns of another group as a result of conditioning. acculturation (N) and acculturational is (Adj)
adequate
[Ad-Eh-quit] (Adj) 1) able to fulfill a need or requirement without being abundant, outstanding, etc. or enough for some need or requirement. (satisfactory)
affliction
[Af-leak-tion] (N) a state of pain, distress, or grief; misery EX: They sympathized with us in our affliction. and a cause of mental or bodily pain, as sickness, loss, calamity, or persecution.
aeronautics
[Air-not-tiks] (N) the science, art, or study of flight through air.
anxiety
[AnG'-zaah-ya-tee] (N) The plural is Anxieties [AnG'-zaah-ya-tees) it is a distress or uneasiness (uneasy) of mind caused by fear of danger or misfortune: He felt anxiety about the possible loss of his job.
Antagonism
[Antag-an-sim] (N) 1.openly expressed and usually mutual opposition 2.the inhibiting or nullifying action of one substance or organism on another 3. physiol (abbreviation for physiological or physiology): the normal opposition between certain muscles 4.biology: the inhibition or interference of growth of one kind of organism by another hostility, enmity
utter
[Ar-r-r] (V) to give audible expression to; Like Speak or pronounce. Ex: unable to utter her feelings; and EX: Words were uttered in my hearing. or to express (oneself or itself), especially in words. It can be (Adj): complete; total; absolute EX: her utter abandonment to grief. or unconditional; unqualified EX: an utter denial
Assiduous
[Ass-ij-oo-uhs] (adj) constant , unremitting EX: assiduous reading. Or Hard-working; persevering EX: An assiduous researcher
askew
[Ass-k-ew] -> sounds like "Ask you" (Adv) to one side; out of line; in a crooked position; awry EX: to wear one's hat askew; EX: to hang a picture askew. (Adj) crooked; awry: Your clothes are all askew.
Asperity
[Ass-per-i-tee] (N) harshness of manner; something hard to endure Difficulty , Hardship
Caprice
[CAP-preees] (N) a sudden, unpredictable change, as of one's mind or the weather.
Cloying
[Cloy-ing] Remember! A word has -Cl- or -Co- or -Cu-The 'C' pronounces like "K" (adj) Overly sweet, sentimental.
Cogent
[Co-gent->(like agent)] (adj) powerfully persuasive
derive
[DeE-rive] (V) to draw or be drawn (from) in source or origin; trace or be traced (usually followed by from ). or to trace from a source or origin.
discreet
[Dis-kreet] (adj) having good judgment, prudent, cautious
ecosystem
[Eco-system] (N) a system involving the interactions between a community of living organisms in a particular area and its nonliving environment
impetus
[Em-puh-tuhs] (N) a moving force, impulse, stimulus EX: The grant for building the opera house gave impetus to the city's cultural life.
Enmity
[En-mia-tee] (N) --> plural enmities. a feeling or condition of hostility; hatred; or ill will, as between enemies; -> animosity; antagonism.
espouse
[Es-pawo-zz] (V) to take to oneself, to adopt a belief to give (a woman) in marriage./to merry
Husbandry
[Husband-Aryy] (N) 1) farming, esp when regarded as a science, skill, or art or 2) management of affairs and resources
Impede
[Im-peed] (Verb) hinder, block, handicap, prevent
Incognito
[In-Gag-nee-tooh] (adj) with your identity concealed; (Adv) without revealing one's identity
Inhibit
[In-hib-it] (V) limit the range or extent of; to put down by force/take down/ Arrest and etc.. or restrain, forbid
crucial
[Kroo-shell] (adj) involving an extremely important decision or result; decisive; critical: a crucial experiment.
macabre
[Mac-Ca-brah] (Adj) suggesting the horror of death
Mite
[Might] (N) any of numerous small to microscopic arachnids of the subclass Acari, including species that are parasitic on animals and plants or that feed on decaying matter and stored foods.
nuisance
[Nyoo-s-ans] ---> PS: "Noo or Nyoo" sounds like NOOr without "T" (N) 1) a person or thing that causes annoyance or bother --> ( as modifier ): nuisance calls 2) In law: [public nuisance] something unauthorized that is obnoxious or injurious to the community at large. or [private nuisance]: to an individual, esp in relation to his ownership or occupation of property. 3) [Nuisance value]: the usefulness of a person's or thing's capacity to cause difficulties or irritation
Pave
[Pav] (V) (used with object), paved, paving. to cover or lay (a road, walk, etc.) with concrete, stones, bricks, tiles, wood, or the like, so as to make a firm, level surface. or could be an Idioms/ Expression [pave the way to] /[pave the way for]: to prepare for and facilitate the entrance of; lead up to EX: His analysis of the college market paved the way for their entry into textbook publishing. (N) a style of setting gems so closely that no metal shows
perception
[Pers-ap-tion] (N) the act or faculty of perceiving, or apprehending by means of the senses or of the mind; cognition; understanding.
procure
[Pro-Cure] (V) to obtain or get by care, effort, or the use of special means: to procure evidence. (secure)
roam
[Rome] like the country (V) to travel or walk about with no fixed purpose or direction; like a wander EX : to roam about the world. (N) the act of roaming; a ramble.
sagacious
[Sag-A-shAs] (Adj) intelligent, smart, having or showing acute mental discernment and keen practical sense EX: a sagacious lawyer.
sanction
[San-ction] (N) authoritative permission or approval, as for an action. or In law : are penalties or other means of enforcement used to provide incentives for obedience with the law, or with rules and regulations
Sanare
[Sanarrha] its a Latin and Italian Word for Heal or Cure
Satiable
[Sat-table] (adj) capable of being to satisfy to the fully (sate->(V)
vague
[Vaaak] (Adj) not clearly or explicitly stated or expressed or having more than one possible meaning which is sill vague
abet
[aBat] (V) to assist or encourage, usually in some wrongdoing EX: to abet a crime.
accelerate
[aK-cel-rate] (V) speed up
abhor
[ab-hor] (V) find repugnant, reject
abject
[ab-ject] (adj) most unfortunate,miserable or hopless
abrogate
[ab-ra-gate] (V) to abolish, to put aside , revoke or put an end to usually by authority
abruptly
[ab-rup-tly] (adv) comes from "abrupt" which is sudden or unexpected
abstemious
[ab-steem-yes] (adj) moderate or sparing(knows his balance) , esp in the consumption of alcohol or food; temperate( moderate or self-restrained; not extreme in opinion, statement, etc. EX: a temperate response to an insulting challenge.)
Obsolete
[ab-suh-leet] (adj) old; no longer in use or valid or fashionable; no longer in use Or (V) but (used with object) to make obsolete by replacing old or valid with something newer or better; like the word -> antiquate EX: Automation has obsoleted many factory workers.
absolve
[ab-zolv] (V) to clear or free from blame, responsibility, or guilt
abeyance
[abah-ance] (N) temporary cessation or suspension
aberrant
[aber-rnat] (Adj) one whose behavior departs substantially from the norm of a group. deviating from the norm
abscond
[abs-con-d] (V) to leave or run way secretly
acclimate
[acc-li-mate] (V) to adapt to a new climate [cli-mate], environment, or situation that the composite or generally prevailing weather conditions of a region, as temperature, air pressure, humidity, precipitation.
adherent
[ad-hear-rent] (N) (usually foll by of ) a supporter or follower and it is A (Adj) Sticking, holding fast, or attached EX:an adherent substance.
adjudicate
[ad-jood-cate] (V) decide , settle an issue (usually used in Law, judges )
Advocate
[ad-veeh-kayt] (N) محام lawyer, attorney (Verb) دافع: defend, support (to speak or write in favor of)
adulation
[adj-ul-ation] (N) Extreme admiration
affable
[aff-ble] (adj) friendly, pleasant
aggrandize
[agg-ran-dize] (V) to Increase wealth , power or greatness
agricultural
[agg-re-cultur-AL] (N) the science or occupation of cultivating land and rearing crops and livestock. like farming; husbandry Related: (adj) geoponic : of or pertaining (relate) to tillage or agriculture; agricultural.
Arbitrary
[ahr-bi-trer-ee] (adj) 1.founded on or subject to personal whims, prejudices, etc; capricious 2.having only relative application or relevance; not absolute 3.(of a government, ruler, etc) despotic or dictatorial 4.maths not representing any specific value: an arbitrary constant 5.law (esp of a penalty or punishment) not laid down by statute; within the court's discretion
Arduous
[ahr-joooa-S] (adj) requiring great physical or mental effort; difficult to accomplish; requiring or using much energy and vigor; strenuous EX: making an arduous effort.
Arcane
[ahr-kane] (adj) Requiring secret knowledge to be understood; mysterious; esoteric
aerate
[air-rate] (V) to combine, or supply with oxygen
acronym
[ak-ruh-nim] (N) a word formed from the initial letters or groups of letters of words in a set phrase or series of words. EX: (Wac) from Women's Army Corps OR (OPEC) from Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries. (V)- But used without object to make an acronym of. EX: The committee's name has been acronymed MIKE.
acarus
[aker-uhs] (N) A mite and Especially A genus of mites. and the plural is "Acari" [ak-uh-rahy]
Allusive
[al-luo-sive] (adj) containing or full of allusions or referring to or hinting t something esp in literature
ambivalent
[am-biv-uh-luh nt] (adJ) متردد tentative, hesitant, undecided, uncertain
impunity
[amp-yoon-teee] (N), Pl-ties without fear or exemption of punishment or loss with impunity: with no unpleasant consequences with no care or heed for such consequences
Anticipation
[ante-suh-pay-tion] (N) realization in advance; foretaste (v) Anticipate [ante-suh-pay-t] to expect, look forward to or to answer (a question), to preform
antiquate
[antee-kwah-ate] (V) 1.to make obsolete or old-fashioned 2.to give an old or antique appearance to (adj) = antiquated like the word [ancient] aged; old or no longer used
Apprise
[app-rise] (V) increase the value of; gain in value; make aware of;inform (somebody) of something
Apprehend
[apr-e-heend] (V) 1) to take into custody; arrest by legal warrant or authority Ex: The police apprehended the burglars OR 2) to expect with anxiety, suspicion, or fear; anticipate. EX: Apprehending violence. OR 3) to understand
arrogate
[ar-a-gate] (V) 1. to claim or appropriate for oneself presumptuously or without justification 2.to attribute or assign to another without justification
articulate
[ar-tike-late] (Adj) well-spoken, intelligible, speak clearly and distinctly
arrogant
[ar-uh-guhnt] (adj) making claims or pretensions to superior importance or rights; overbearingly assuming; insolently proud
Artless
[art-less] (adj) without art or skill , or free from deceit, cunning, or craftiness; ingenuous: an artless child. (N) is artlessness
ascertain
[as-er-tayn] (V) to find out definitely; learn with certainty or assurance; determine. (Discover) EX : He is welling to ascertain the facts
Assert
[as-urt] (V) to state with assurance, confidence,
Askance
[ask-kans] (Adv) (used with) suspicion, mistrust, or disapproval: He looked askance at my offer.
avarice
[ava-race] (N) desire to gain and hoard wealth, greed
bearer
[bAhr-rar] (N) a person or thing that carries, upholds, or brings Or the person who presents an order for money or goods: Pay to the bearer.
Beam
[beem] (N) any of various relatively long pieces of metal, wood, stone, etc., manufactured or shaped especially for use as rigid members or parts of structures or machines. It could used to play as verb (used without object): to emit beams = as of light. to smile radiantly or happily. Idioms (expressions) beam in: Ex: "Citizens Band Radio Slang." Means to be received under optimum conditions; or EX: "They told me I was really beaming in" Means to be heard loud and clear. and Fly the beam: Here the beam could be a Radio or Aeronautics (of an aircraft) to be guided by a beam. 27. off the beam, a. not on the course indicated by a radio beam. b. Informal. wrong; incorrect: The pollsters were off the beam again for the last presidential election. 28. on the beam, a. on the course indicated by a radio beam, as an airplane. b. Nautical . at right angles to the keel. c. Informal. proceeding well; correct; exact: Their research is right on the beam and the results should be very valuable.
bibliography
[bib-leeo-gr-uh-fee] (N) a complete or selective list of works compiled upon some common principle, as authorship, subject, place of publication, or printer.
breeding
[bree-ding] (N) discipline, refinement, cultivation
brute
[broot] (N) 1) a nonhuman creature. EX: beast. 2) a brutal, insensitive, or crude (crazy) person. 3) b. ( as modifier )->[ brute nature]: the animal qualities, desires, etc., of humankind. EX: Father felt that rough games brought out the brute in us. — adj 1) Wholly instinctive or physical. (esp in the phrases brute strength, brute force ) 2.Without reason or intelligence 3.Coarse and grossly sensual
carnivore
[car-na-vohr] (N) 1) any other animal or any plant that feeds on animals. 2) [informal]--> an aggressively ambitious person and the (adj) is --> carnivoral
cathedral
[cathe-dra-al] (N) -> the practice of church , or have a pertaining/relation to church
competence
[com-pA-tanes] (N) competence, purview, specialization
comparable
[compar-able] -> [kuhm-pair-able] (Adj) 1) capable of being compared or worthy of comparison Ex: shops comparable to those on Fifth Avenue. {Very Imperative}-> 2) usable for comparison & Similarity EX: We have no comparable data on Russian farming.
concise
[con-sahys] -> [con-cise] Remember if a word has "cis" it sounds like (sahys) (adj) Expressing or covering much in few words; brief in form but comprehensive in scope and its exact
conceal
[con-seell] (V) to Hide , to withdraw
contracted
[contract-ed] (adj) drawn together; reduced in compass or size; made smaller
dire
[da-yar] (adj) terrible
Discernment
[dah-ser-urn-man-et] (N) the faculty of discerning; discrimination; acuteness of judgment and understanding. Discern (V) -> to see, recognize, or apprehend Discernible (Adj)
dormant
[dawr-muhnt] (adj) asleep, inactive, quite
Deciphere
[de-cai-fahar] (V) To read , Breakdown , Translate , or interpret[in-tur-prit] Ex: Einstein Deciphered the mysteries of the Universe
Degenerate
[de-jan-a-raet] The opposite of generate : (adjective) منحط: decadent, low, degraded, base, mean منحل: unfastened, untied, lax, degenerated, deteriorated : sluttish (come from sult) (V) تفسخ: decay, disintegrate, rot, molder, moulder نحل: resolve, thin, dissolve, slim, loosen, degenerate انحط: decay, decline, degrade, ebb, retrograde فسد: mess, mangle, mess up, corrupt,become corrupted (N)
deride
[de-ride] (V) to speak of or treat with contempt, mockery, or ridicule; scoff or jeer at
diverge
[de-ver-age] (V) to go apart in different directions
demise
[deh-maayyZ] (N) death, cessation
deceive
[deih-ceeev] (V) 1) to mislead by deliberate misrepresentation or lies. 2) to be unfaithful to (one's sexual partner) 3) to disappoint: his hopes were deceived
deceit
[deih-seet] (N) the act or practice of deceiving; concealment or distortion of the truth for the purpose of misleading; duplicity; fraud; cheating. EX: Once she exposed their deceit, no one ever trusted them again.
digress
[dig-rass] (V) to move away from
decay
[dih-key] (Adj) فاسد: (decomposed) bad, rotten, invalid (Verb) تدهور: to decline in excellence
disperse
[dih-spurs] (V) to go or move in different directions, scatter Ex: to spread apart or to spread out
Dilatory
[dil-lat-or-ee] (adj) not on time , slow
Dilettante
[dil-let-tant] (adj) an amateur person who engages in an activity without serious intentions and who pretends to have knowledge or a beginner
Disentangle
[dis-en-tang-guh-L ] (V) to free or become free from entanglement; untangle; extricate (often followed by from)
dissent
[dis-ent] (V) to disagree OR (N) difference of sentiment or opinion.
disparate
[dis-pah-rt] (Adj) different distinct in kind; essentially [A-sen-shalle] different; dissimilar, EX: disparate ideas.
distasteful
[dis-taste-fu] (adj) Unpleasant to the taste, offensive or dislike
distinct
[dis-tinkt] (V) 1) Clear in sense of speaking and intelligence 2) different in nature or quality, Not being the same Distinctive (adj) Distinctly (adv) -> clearly , EX:Speak more distinctly.
Doctrine
[dok-trin] (N) a belief (or system of beliefs) accepted as authoritative by some group or school or a principle or body of principles that is taught or advocated like : fundamental , belief
downwind
[down-wind] (adv) in the direction toward which the wind is blowing EX: We coasted downwind. Synonyms: Leeward [lee-word] (Adj)
fossil
[fas-saL] (N) any remains, impression, or trace of a living thing of a former geologic age, as a skeleton, footprint, etc. (adj) the nature of a fossil EX: fossil insects. or belonging to a past epoch or discarded system; antiquated EX: a fossil approach to economics.
fatuous
[fat-shoo-as] (adj) Stupid, foolish, silly
phenomena
[fi-nom-uh-nuh] plural of phenomenon (N) a fact, occurrence, or circumstance observed or observable: to study the phenomena of nature.
fickle
[fik-uhl] (Adj) likely to change, especially due to caprice Ex: fickle weather. not constant or loyal in affections EX: a fickle lover.
fissure
[fish-er] (N) hole , gap , crack
fluctuates
[fluhk-choo-eyt] (v) to change continually
fond
[fond] (adj) in love
Forte
[fort-taah] (N) A person's strong suit, or most highly developed talent, or skill(the person Strength ) (Adj) used chiefly as a direction or description in music; (Adj)used as a direction in music; to be played relatively loudly;
Fungi
[fuhn-gahy] (N) a plural of fungus. any member of a kingdom of organisms (Fungi) that lack chlorophyll, leaves, true stems, and roots, reproduce by spores, and live as saprotrophs or parasites. The group includes moulds, mildews, rusts, yeasts, and mushrooms
gauge
[geyaj] (V) estimate , Measure , evaluate (N) Standard
gaze
[geyz] (V)
glance
[gla-ans] (V) to look quickly or briefly
gleam
[gleem] (N) A flash
grief
[greef] (N) sharp sorrow; painful regret. some Idioms (expressions) -come to grief: to suffer disappointment, misfortune, or other trouble; fail: Their marriage came to grief after only two years. -good grief: (used as an exclamation of dismay, surprise, or relief): Good grief, it's started to rain again!
habitat
[hab-i-tat] (N) the natural environment of an organism; place that is natural for the life and growth of an organism
haunts
[hawnt] (V) يطارد , كثره التردد علي , , لازم , الوسواس
herd
[heard] (N) 1) a number of animals kept, feeding, or traveling together; drove; flock EX: a herd of cattle; a herd of sheep; or a herd of zebras. 2) or any large quantity EX: a herd of bicycles. the expression: 3) [the herd]: the common people; masses; rabble EX : He had no opinions of his own, but simply followed the herd. (V) to collect or be collected into or as if into a herd
hyperbole
[high-pur-buh-leee] (N) excessive exaggeration OR, An extravagant statement or figure of speech not intended to be taken literally, as "to wait an eternity."
Hone
[hon] (V) to train in sharp way
elation
[iLa-shah n] (N) [ih-ley-shuh n]
elucidate
[ih-loo-si-deyt] (V) explain, demonstrate to make lucid or clear; throw light upon; explain ex: Einstein elucidated the mysteries of the Universe
emit
[ih-mit] (V) to send forth (liquid, light, heat, sound, particles, etc.); discharge. to give forth or release (a sound)
eccentric
[ik-sen-trik] adj a person with an unusual or odd personality
excessive
[ik-ses-iv] (adj) [ik-ses-iv]
extent
[ik-stent] (N) the space or degree to which a thing extends; length, area, volume, or scope or you can use as time limit
extinction
[ik-stingk-shuh n] (N) no longer exist or Adj extinct [ik-stingkt]
extravagant
[ik-strav-uh-guh nt] (Adj) spending much more than is necessary or wise; wasteful: an extravagant shopper.
illustrate
[il-uh-streyt] (V) (used with object) 1) to furnish (a book, magazine, etc.) with drawings, pictures, or other artwork intended for explanation, elucidation, or adornment. 2) to make clear intelligible or support, as by examples or analogies; exemplify. (used without object) 1) to clarify one's words, writings, etc., with examples: To prevent misunderstandings, let me illustrate.
imperturbable
[im-per-tur-buh-buhl] (adj) not easily excited; emotionally steady
Implicit
[im-plis-it] (adj) being without doubt or reserve; implied though not directly expressed; inherent in the nature of something
Impregnate
[im-preg-nate] (V) to make pregnant; get with child or young.
impromptu
[im-promp-too] (Adj) made or done without previous preparation or suddenly or hastily prepared, made. (Adv) without preparation
impulse
[im-puhls] (N) 1) sudden, involuntary inclination prompting to action EX: to be swayed by impulse. 2) an instance of this. or (Adj) marked by or acting on impulse EX: an impulse buyer.
imperative
[imper-ative] (Adj) necessary, immediately important
implication
[impli-cation] (N) something implied (V)-> which is clear suggestion ,direct and logical
inane
[in-aan] (adj) Stupid
incite
[in-cite] to stir up, encourage, or urge on; stimulate or prompt to action EX: to incite a crowd to riot.
Indispensable
[in-di-spen-suh-buhl] (adj) absolutely necessary (N) a person or thing that is absolutely necessary
inferential
[in-fer-ren-shool] Remember {tial is sounds like Shool] (Adj) relating to, or derived from inference
incentive
[in-sen-tav] (N) 1) a motivating influence like the word Stimulus 2) an additional payment made to employees as a means of increasing production or (adj) inciting, as to action; stimulating; provocative.
incipient
[in-sip-yeh-ant] (adj) base , beginning, nascent, developing.
instinctive
[in-sting-tive] (Adj) 1) of, relating to, or resulting from instinct 2) conditioned so as to appear innate. EX: an instinctive movement in driving
insofar
[in-suh-fahr] (Ad(V)) to such an extent (usually followed by as) or to the degree or extent that; EX: I will do the work insofar as I am able.
intuition
[in-to-uition] (N) a fact, truth, etc., perceived in this way. or you can say: direct perception of truth, fact, etc., independent of any reasoning process; immediate apprehension. in Philosophy: pure, untaught, noninferential knowledge (FACT)
intoxication
[in-tok-si-key-shuh n] (N)
intuitive
[in-too-it-tiv] (adj) Its resulting from intuition: an intuitive awareness or of, characterized by, or involving intuition
italicize
[it-al-uh-sahyz] (V) in (Adj) : italic [ih-tal-ik]
gem
[jem] (N) treasure, prize, jewel, pearl.
Capricious
[kap-re-ous]-> "ous" =sounds like shaas" (adj) subject to, led by, or indicative of a sudden, odd notion or unpredictable change; erratic: He's such a capricious boss I never know how he'll react.
crop
[karap] its a (N) its used mostly in Cultivation/farming the produce of cultivated plants, esp cereals, vegetables, and fruit & its a (V) used with object 1) to cut off the ends or a part of. EX: to crop the ears of a dog. 2) to cut off or remove the head or top of (a plant, grass, etc.). 3) to clip the ears, hair, etc., of.
cattle
[kat-l] (N) cow
covetous
[kav-it-ahs] (adj) to be greedy. or jealously eager for the possession of something (esp the property/wealth of another person) (N) covetousness
chasm
[kaz-uhm] (N) hole , gap, blank
clairvoyance
[klaar-Voo-ance] (N) quick, intuitive knowledge of things and people or the supernatural power of seeing objects or actions removed in space or time from natural viewing.
cling
[klang] (V) To adhere closely; stick to EX: The wet paper clings to the glass. or To hold tight, as by grasping or embracing; cleave EX:The children clung to each other in the dark.
Coherent
[koh-her-uhnt] (adj) sticking together; marked by an orderly, logical, and aesthetically consistent relation of parts; capable of thinking and expressing yourself in a clear and consistent manner in another words : complexity but in positive effect Ex: The iPhone is easy to use but it was a complex to make it.
conjugated
[kon-ja-kaytad] (adj) joined together, especially in a pair or pairs; coupled so it could in Grammar. (of words) having a common derivation. or Bibliography . (of two leaves in a book) forming one sheet. it could be a (v) -> conjugate [kon-ja-kayt]
concrete
[kon-kreet] (adj) محدد specific or (N) أسمنت cement accurate
consequently
[kon-saak-went-leee) Remember {if a word ends with -ly- its a Adv} (Adv)
concede
[kon-seed] or [Ken-seed] (V) give up, Waive or to acknowledge as true, just, or proper; admit, grant. EX: He finally conceded that she was right.
consequence
[kon-sek-wens] (N) Results or effects after the cause
contagious
[kon-tya-guh s] (N) capable of being transmitted by bodily contact with an infected person or object. EX: contagious diseases.
quantum
[kooAn-tam] (N) quantity, amount a share, portion [plural -> quanta] AdJ or in Physics : (quantum mechanics) A theory of the mechanics of atoms, molecules, and other physical systems that are subject to the uncertainty principle
conceited
[kuh n-see-tid] (adj) cocky, arrogant, overweening (N) as Conceit-> arrogance, ego person
cultivate
[kuhl-tuh-veyt] (V) Used in Farming implant, (Plant), sow, grow or nurse or encourage, promote, support, foster, improve and the (N) -> Cultivation = agriculture
convey
[kuhn-vey] (V) 1.to take, carry, or [transport] from one place to another 2.to communicate (a message, information, etc) in Law : to transfer, pass the title to.
Cozen
[kuhz-uhn] sounds like cousin (V) cheat or trick; act with artful deceit; be false to; be dishonest with
leery
[lee-ree] (adj) wary; suspicious (usually followed by of ): I'm leery of his financial advice.
livelihood
[live-lee-hood] (N) a means of supporting one's existence, especially financially or vocationally; or living EX: to earn a livelihood as a tenant farmer.
ludicrous
[loo-di-kruhs] (adj) ridiculous
Luddite
[luhd-ahyt] (N) a member of any of various bands of workers in England (1811-16) organized to destroy manufacturing machinery, under the belief that its use diminished employment.
morass
[mah-ras] (N) a tract of low, soft, wet ground.
mete out
[meet-out] (V) to Judge or administer or bestow, as in small portions
Metaphysics
[met-uh-fiz-iks] (N) the branch of philosophy that treats of first principles, includes ontology A central branch of metaphysics is ontology, the investigation into the basic categories of being and how they relate to each other. Another central branch of metaphysics is cosmology, the study of the totality of all phenomena within the universe.
moviegoers
[moo-vee-goh-ing] (N) the practice or act of going to see motion pictures. going + movies (adj) characterized by going to see motion pictures often: the moviegoing public.
nadir
[na-dir] (N) the low point, point opposite the zenith
Opaque
[oh-pa-ak] (adj) not clear; cloudy , muddy
Onerous
[on-er-uhs] (adj) not easily borne; wearing
optimism
[optim-ism] (N) hopefulness; confidence. the tendency to expect the best and see the best in all things. (Adj) optimistic
organism
[org-ani-sm] (N) an individual living thing
Parable
[par-uh-buhl] (N) any of the stories told by designed to illustrate or teach some truth, religious principle, or moral.
piercing
[peer-sing] (Adj) perceptive or aware; acute= (Sharp) Or Loud, as the quality of a voice. Or extremely cold or bitter: a piercing wind. burrowing, piercing, drilling, excavation
penetrate
[pen-et-rate] (V) to find or force a way into or through (something); pierce; enter
pertain
[per- tain] (V) 1) to have reference, relation, or relevance. EX : issues pertaining to women 2.) to be appropriate. EX: the product pertains to real user needs
perceive
[per-seeev) (V) to become aware of, know, or identify by means of the senses.
persecution
[per-sik-you-tion]-> [per-sec-u-tion] the "sec" pronounce like "sick" (N) its the act of Persecuting (to pursue with harassing or oppressive treatment, especially because of religion, race, or beliefs; harass persistently.)
Persistently
[per-sis-tannt-ly]-> ("ly"= lee) [adv] & Persistent [per-sis-tent] is (adj) showing persistence (to continue steadfastly or firmly in some state, purpose, course of action, or the like, especially in spite of opposition, remonstrance) Incessantly repeated
persuade
[per-sua-ade] (V) convince someone , make them believe !
persuasive
[per-suas-sive] Remember a word has -ua- it sounds like 'woah' (Adj) having the power or ability to persuade
Persevere
[per-suv-eer] (V) to persist in anything undertaken; maintain a purpose in spite of difficulty, obstacles, or discouragement; continue steadfastly
Pertain
[per-teyn] (V) to have reference or relation , Relate EX: documents pertaining to the lawsuit
pest
[pes-t] (N) 1) an insect or other small animal that harms or destroys garden plants, trees, etc. 2) an annoying or troublesome person, animal, or thing; nuisance. 3) a deadly epidemic disease, especially a plague; pestilence.
plow
[pla-oooo] (N) an agricultural implement used for cutting, lifting, turning over, and partly pulverizing soil. Verb phrases [plow under] a. to bury under soil by plowing. b. to cause to disappear; force out of existence; overwhelm. EX : Many mom-and-pop groceries have been plowed under by the big chain stores.
plead
[pleeed] (V) without object: to appeal or entreat earnestly: to plead for time. or In Law: 1) to make any allegation or plea in an action at law. 2) to put forward an answer on the part of a defendant to a legal declaration or charge. 3) to address a court as an advocate. (V) with object to allege or urge in defense, justification, or excuse EX: to plead ignorance. in Law: to maintain (a cause) by argument before a court. or to allege or cite in legal defense EX: to plead a statute of limitations.
plenty
[plen-tee] (N) 1.( often foll by of ) a great number, amount, or quantity; lots. EX: plenty of time EX: there are plenty of cars on display here 2.generous or ample supplies of wealth, produce, or resources. EX: the age of plenty. 3.in plenty existing in abundance. EX: food in plenty the (adj) --> Plentiful
proper
[prAh-pir] adjective مضبوط
predator
[pra-dit-or] (N) 1) the person, animal or any organism that exists by preying (Hunting/murder/ killing) upon other organisms.
praise
[praaez] (N) offering words of homage as an act of worship
Pragmatic
[prag-mat-ik] (Adj) واقعي realistic, real, concrete, de facto
Prompt
[pram-mpt] (adj) 1) done, performed, delivered without delay 2) ready in action (V) 1) to urge (someone to do something) 2) to remind (an actor, singer, etc) of lines forgotten during a performance
precipitate
[pre-sip-i-tate] could be (V) , (adj) or (N) to cause to happen too soon or sooner than expected; bring on to do something sudden and fast / abruptly
Prescience
[presh-ence] (N) the power to foresee the future
prevaricate
[pri-var-i-cate] (V) mislead or lie
propriety
[pro-priee(like pie) - ateeeee] (N) 1) the quality or state of being appropriate, correct, fitting, rightness or justness. 2) Obsolete . a property. plural is proprieties : the conventional standards of proper behavior; manners: to observe the proprieties.
provocative
[pro-va-active] (adj) tending or serving to provoke; inciting, stimulating, irritating, or vexing. they all mean: pretend , act like (esp acting as to anger or sexual desire) EX :a provocative look ; a provocative remark or (N) something provocative.
coarse
[pronounce like the word "course"] (Adj) other words -> Coarser (course+r) , Coarsest (course+est) 1.rough in texture, structure, etc EX; not fine: coarse sand 2.lacking refinement or taste Like the word indelicate; vulgar. EX: coarse jokes 3.of inferior quality; not pure or choice
Proclivity
[proo-kliv-i-tee] (N) a natural inclination, tendency of bias act
Prudent
[prood-ent] (adj) being wise and cautious
relict
[raL-likt] (N) 1) Ecology . a species or community living in an environment that has changed from that which is typical for it. 2) a remnant or survivor. 3) Like the word {widow} (N) - > [wid-ooh]: a woman who has lost her husband by death and has not remarried.
reinforce
[re-in-force] (V) to strength and support
Relent
[re-lant] (V) to change one's mind about some decided course, esp a harsh one; become more mild or amenable
repugnant
[re-pug-nant] (Adj) distasteful, objectionable, or offensive : a repugnant smell. making opposition, opposed
recapitulate
[ree-kuh-pich-uh-late] (V) to repeat, sum up
Reckoning
[rek-uh-ning] (N) حساب account, calculation, computation, counting, tally
revelation
[revel-ation] (N) the Act of reveling/ telling or disclosure.
rift
[rift] (N) an opening, gap or fissure
cyclamen
[sah-kLuh-men] (N) 1. See also sowbread [sou-bread] any Old World plant of the primulaceous genus Cyclamen, having nodding white, pink, or red flowers, with reflexed petals (adj) of a dark reddish-purple colour/color [colour in British]
succumb
[sah-kom] (V) subject, undergo (Under-go) surrender, give up
sapling
[sap-ling] (N) 1) a young tree. 2) a young person.
Cease
[seees] (V) to stop , to come to an end or Absolute die out or Pass away
segregate
[seg-re-gate] (V) 1) to separate or withdraw or 2) to practice, require, or enforce segregation, especially racial segregation.
Cessation
[ses-sah-tion] (N) a temporary or complete stopping; discontinuance:
Saber
[sey-ber] (N) a heavy, one-edged sword. or in (v) which to kill or wound
shiver
[sha-vaer] (V) reflex shaking caused by cold or fear or excitement
simulate
[sim-yo-late] (V) imitate, make seem real
circumstance
[sir-koom-stAnS] (N) a condition, detail, part, or attribute, with respect to time, place, manner,agent
Skeptic
[skep-tik] (N) a person who questions the validity or authenticity of something purporting to be factual. ( Doubter Person) ADj Skeptical
sled
[sled] (N) and (V) --> sledded, sledding. 1) a small vehicle consisting of a platform mounted on runners for use in traveling over snow or ice. like roll costing 2.a sledge. verb (used without object) 3. to coast, ride, or be carried on a sled. verb (used with object) 4. to convey by sled.
slender
[slen-der] Adj being of delicate or slender build
superb
[soo-purb, suh-] (adj) رائع
stifle
[stahy-fuh l] (V) crush, or end something by force , Suppress EX: to stifle free expression.
Stance
[stans] (N) position, attitude, Case
strenuous
[stran-you-ous] Ps: "ous" sounds like [yoo-uhs] like: conscious. (Adj) 1) requiring or involving the use of great energy or effort 2) characterized by great activity, effort, or endeavor
Stalagmite
[stuh-lag-mahyt] (N) a Deposit, usually of calcium carbonate, more or less resembling an inverted stalactite, formed on the floor of a cave or the like by the dripping of percolating calcareous water.
subside
[sub-side] (V) to sink or fall , Decrease
substantially
[sub-stan-tion-ally] (adv) grow and To a great or significant extent EX: profits grew substantially there are substantial (adv) -> sold , essential , important EX: "a substantial amount of cash".
solicitude
[suh-lis-i-tood] (N) over-attentive care, anxiety
solicit
[suh-list] (V) to seek or request to influence for a unlawful or wrong action. ,
Suppress
[suh-pres] (V) abstract, remove, rub To put an end to the activities of (a person, body of persons, etc.) or to arrest , caught EX: To suppress the Communist party.
sustenance
[suhs-tuh-nuhns] (N) 1) means of sustaining health or life; nourishment 2) means of livelihood. comes from the "Sustain" (V) -> to help , support Sustainable (adj)
supersede
[super-seed] (V) replace with power or Authority
Circumspect
[sur-kuhm-spekt] (adj) cautious, discreet
tactic
[tak-neek] (N) + (adj) a Plan , Strategy
toxic
[tak-sik] (Adj) acting as or having the effect of a poison
taunt
[tan-T] (V) 1) to reproach in a sarcastic, insulting, or jeering manner; mock. 2) to tease; tantalize (N) 1) a jeering remark 2) the object of mockery like the word
Tangential
[tan-gan-shell] (adj) relating to, or in the direction of a tangent
tacit
[tas-it] (adj) unspoken yet understood; implied, inferred and without expressed directly
tenuous
[ten-yoo-uhs] not solid, weak, thin
tendency
[tend-ency] (N) act in some direction or toward some point, or result
terse
[ter-se] (adj) short or brief or abruptly concise
Nexus
a connected series or group; the means of connection between things linked in series
tillage
[til-age] (N) the operation, practice, or art of tilling land. where (till) is to cultivate and work (land) for the raising of crops. and another word for plow [tiller] (N) : a person who tills; farmer.
abate
[uh-beyt] (V) to reduce in amount, degree. in Law : to put an end to (same as surppress)
analogy
[uh-nal-uh-jee] (N) An agreement or similarity, esp in a certain limited number of features or details.
anomalous
[uh-nom-uh-luhs] (Adj) deviating from the normal or usual order, type, etc; Ex: irregular, abnormal, unusual, or incongruous
Awry
[uh-rahy] (adj) with a turn or twist to one side; askew: to glance or look awry. (Adv) away from the correct or expected course; turned or twisted to one side
unnerving
[uhn-nurv] + ing (V) (used with object), un·nerved, un·nerv·ing. to cause to lose courage, strength, confidence, self-control, etc
unrelenting
[un-re-lan-ting] (adj) refusing to relent or take pity; relentless; merciless like being relentless, merciless, unmerciful, ruthless, pitiless, cruel, remorseless. or unremitting, implacable, inexorable.
urge
[urj] (V) to push, press or force along;
vapid
[va-pid] (Adj) uninteresting, without liveliness (spirit)
viable
[va-ya-able] (adj) reasonable, or capable of living, capable of working
Vestige
[vas-taj] (N) Trace or a mark residue, remnant, leftover, scrap in 'A BIO Term' a degenerate or imperfectly developed organ or structure that has little or no utility, but that in an earlier stage of the individual or in preceding evolutionary forms of the organism performed a useful function.
Verbatim
[ver-bey-tim] (Adv) in exactly the same words; word for word: Example:to repeat something verbatim (adj) corresponding word for word to the original source or text: a verbatim record of the proceedings.
Whim
[wim] (N) a sudden, passing, and often fanciful idea; impulsive (Acting or done without forethought)or irrational thought
warrant
[woa-ra-uhnt] (N) sanction, or justification (support). or a writing or document certifying or authorizing something (it could be permit to enter a house for ex or it could to give reason or sanction for , support)
zeal
[za-lat] (N) a person who shows zeal. an excessively zealous person; fanatic.
goad
a (V)alization that encourages you to attempt something
collet
a band or collar that holds an individual stone in a jewellery setting; a cone-shaped chuck used for holding cylindrical pieces in a lathe; a metal cap or band placed on a wooden pole to prevent splitting
levee
a barrier constructed to contain the flow of water or to keep out the sea
berth
a bed on a ship or train
Idiosyncrasy
a behavioral attribute that is distinctive and peculiar to an individual
Meander
a bend or curve, as in a stream or river; an aimless amble on a winding course; (V) to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course
Epitome
a brief abstract (as of an article or book); a standard or typical example
Shard
a broken piece of a brittle artifact
Saunter
a careless leisurely gait; a leisurely walk (usually in some public place); (V) walk leisurely and with no apparent aim
Debenture
a certificate or voucher acknowledging a debt; a bond that is backed by the credit of the issuer but not by any specific collateral
Anticlimax
a change from a serious subject to a disappointing one; a disappointing decline after a previous rise
argot
a characteristic language of a particular group (as among thieves)
Patrimony
a church endowment; an inheritance coming by right of birth (especially by primogeniture)
Mesa
a city in Arizona just east of Phoenix; originally a suburb of Phoenix; flat tableland with steep edges
Cabal
a clique (often secret) that seeks power usually through intrigue; a plot to carry out some harmful or illegal act (especially a political plot); (V) engage in plotting or enter into a conspiracy, swear together
Ellipse
a closed plane curve resulting from the intersection of a circular cone and a plane cutting completely through it
vest
a collarless men's undergarment for the upper part of the body
Anthology
a collection of selected literary passages
doggerel
a comic verse of irregular measure
Panoply
a complete and impressive array
panoply
a complete and impressive array
Gamut
a complete extent or range: "a face that expressed a gamut of emotions"; the entire scale of musical notes
Compendium
a concise but comprehensive summary of a larger work; a publication containing a variety of works
welter
a confused multitude of things
upshot
a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
Bolster
a pillow that is often put across a bed underneath the regular pillows; (V) support and strengthen; prop up with a pillow or bolster; add padding to
Oligarchy
a political system governed by a few people
plutocracy
a political system governed by the wealthy people
veranda
a porch along the outside of a building (sometimes partly enclosed)
Degree
a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality; the seriousness of something (e.g., a burn or crime); the highest power of a term or variable; a measure for arcs and angles; a unit of temperature on a specified scale; a specific identifiable position in a continuum or series or especially in a process; an award conferred by a college or university signifying that the recipient has satisfactorily completed a course of study
Maelstrom
a powerful circular current of water (usually the result of conflicting tides)
Litany
a prayer consisting of a series of invocations by the priest with responses from the congregation; any long and tedious address or recital
safeguard
a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.
exigency
a pressing or urgent situation
adage
a proverb, wise saying
Denunciation
a public act of decing
Manifesto
a public declaration of intentions (as issued by a political party or government)
plateau
a raised area of land that is flat at the top
spectrum
a range of colors
Atavism
a reappearance of an earlier characteristic
calculated risk
a risk taken only after carefully considering the results
venture
a risky business investment
specimen
a sample of a material
Maxim
a saying that is widely accepted on its own merits; English inventor (born in the United States) who invented the Maxim gun that was used in World War I (1840-1916)
Equilibrium
a sensory system located in structures of the inner ear that registers the orientation of the head; a stable situation in which forces cancel one another; a chemical reaction and its reverse proceed at equal rates; equality of distribution
fetter
a shackle for the ankles or feet
acerbity
a sharp and bitter manner
Aphorism
a short pithy instructive saying
Monolith
a single great stone (often in the form of a column or obelisk)
monolith
a single, huge structure, or a large organization acting as one force
Journeyman
a skilled worker who practices some trade or handicraft
Modicum
a small or moderate or token amount
pamphlet
a small published work of information
kinship
a social bond based on common ancestry, marriage, or adoption
Gaucherie
a socially awkward or tactless act; the quality of being rustic or gauche
Scruple
an ethical or moral principle that inhibits action; uneasiness about the fitness of an action; a unit of apothecary weight equal to 20 grains; (V) have doubts about; raise scruples; hesitate on moral grounds
concomitant
an event or situation that happens at the same time as or in connection with another
Cataclysm
an event resulting in great loss and misfortune;a sudden violent change in the earth's surface
Augury
an event that is experienced as indicating important things to come
dither
an excited state of agitation
Coterie
an exclusive circle of people with a common purpose
Connoisseur
an expert able to appreciate a field; especially in the fine arts
Idiom
an expression whose meanings cannot be inferred from the meanings of the words that make it up; the style of a particular artist or school or movement; a manner of speaking that is natural to native speakers of a language; the usage or vocabulary that is characteristic of a specific group of people
Allegory
an expressive style that uses fictional characters and events to describe some subject by suggestive resemblances; an extended metaphor; a short moral story (often with animal characters); a visible symbol representing an abstract idea
Jingo
an extreme bellicose nationalist
Chauvinist
an extreme bellicose nationalist; a person with a prejudiced belief in the superiority of his or her own kind
Paragon
an ideal instance; a perfect embodiment of a concept; model of excellence or perfection of a kind; one having no equal
paragon
an ideal, perfect model
sedition
an illegal action inciting resistance to lawful authority and tending to cause the disruption or overthrow of the government
Prodigy
an impressive or wonderful example of a particular quality; an unusually gifted or intelligent (young) person; someone whose talents excite wonder and admiration; a sign of something about to happen
accretion
an increase by natural growth or addition
Harbinger
an indication of the approach of something or someone; (V) foreshadow or presage
Innuendo
an indirect (and usually malicious) implication
Circumlocution
an indirect way of expressing something; a style that involves indirect ways of expressing things
Paucity
an insufficient quantity or number
phenomenon
an occurrence
phenomenon
an occurrence or circumstance
sinecure
an office that involves minimal duties, an office that involves minimal duties
Onus
an onerous or difficult concern
Demagogue
an orator who appeals to the passions and prejudices of his audience
finial
an ornament at the top of a spire or gable
renegade
an outlaw, one who is unconventional
Misapprehension
an understanding of something that is not correct
Arrears
an unpaid overdue debt; the state of being behind in payments
carrion
animal remains
Hydrate
any compound that contains water of crystallization;(V) cause to be hydrated; add water or moisture to; become hydrated and combine with water; supply water or liquid to in order to maintain a healthy balance
Credo
any system of principles or beliefs
Atrophy
any weakening or degeneration (especially through lack of use); a decrease in size of an organ caused by disease or disuse; (V) undergo atrophy
ostensible
apparent, under pretext
remonstrate
argue in protest or opposition
discord
argument, strife
redolent
aromatic, having an odor
glib
artfully persuasive in speech
aesthetic
artistic, relating to beauty
succor
assistance in time of difficulty
presume
assume
synchronous
at the same time
impugn
attack as false or wrong
piquant
attracting or delighting
impute
attribute or credit to
not indicative of the whole
atypical
Effrontery
audacious (even arrogant) behavior that you have no right to
effrontery
audacious (even arrogant) behavior that you have no right to
ascetic
austere, disciplined
predestine
determined ahead of time
resolute
determined, faithful
variance
difference, disagreement
elusive
difficult to find or pin down
abstruse
difficult to penetrate
obtuse
difficult to understand, unable to understand, stupid
antithesis
direct opposite
censure
disapprove, condemn, disapproval, condemnation
temperament
disposition, sensibility
hallmark
distinguishing mark
disquiet
disturb or upset
multifarious
diverse, of great variety
Incredulity
doubt about the truth of something
dubious
doubtful, questionable
bedizen
dress up garishly and tastelessly
precedent
earlier example setting a rule
posh
elegant; fashionable
objective
empirically provable, existing independently
cryptic
encoded, secret, indecipherable
peer
equal
component
essential element
intrinsic
essential nature of a thing
mundane
everything, pedestrain
ubiquitous
everywhere, in all places
malevolent
evil, having evil intent
superfluity
excess
superfluous
excess, extra
circumlocution
excessive speaking, wordiness
Viage
excessive wordiness
spectacular
exciting to look at
preternatural
existing outside of or not in accordance with nature
egress
exit
Discourse
extended (V)al expression in speech or writing;an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic; an address of a religious nature (usually delivered during a church service); (V) to consider or examine in speech or writing; talk at length and formally about a topic; carry on a conversation
vaunt
extravagant self-praise
profligate
extravagent, prodigal
Superfluity
extreme excess
Cupidity
extreme greed for material wealth
chauvinist
extreme patriot, one who believes one group is superior to another
meticulous
extremely careful, fastidious
ingenious
extremely clever, original
stentorian
extremely loud
garrulous
extremely talkative
loquacioius
extremely talkative and articulate
countenance
face, expression or allow to happen
Quantum mechanics: in Physics Quantum physics, or Quantum theory
is a branch of physics dealing with physical phenomena at microscopic scales, where the action is on the order of the Planck constant. Quantum mechanics departs from classical mechanics primarily at the quantum realm of atomic and subatomic length scales. Quantum mechanics provides a mathematical description of much of the dual particle-like and wave-like behavior and interactions of energy and matter.
Nanosecond
is one billionth of a second (10−9 or 1/1,000,000,000 s)
the Rule for E & i
its : " i before e except after c " except those words (you dont need to memorize them ) just look at them, Here is some of those exception examples : beige, cleidoic, codeine, conscience, deify, deity, deign, dreidel, eider, eight, either, feign, feint, feisty, foreign, forfeit, freight, gleization, gneiss, greige, greisen, heifer, heigh-ho, height, heinous, heir, heist, leitmotiv, neigh, neighbor, neither, peignoir, prescient, rein, science, seiche, seidel, seine, seismic, seize, sheik, society, sovereign, surfeit, teiid, veil, vein, weight, weir, weird
preclude
keep from happening or arising
uphold
keep or maintain in unaltered condition
Immolation
killing or offering as a sacrifice
prudence
knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress; wisdom
erudition
knowledge, esp gained from books
intuitive
known through immediate insight not gained through rational thought
diffidence
lack of self-confidence
Naivete
lack of sophistication or worldliness
pusillanimous
lacking in courage and manly strength and resolution
gauche
lacking social polish
inconsequential
lacking worth or importance
juggernaut
large vehicle that crushes anything in its path
strata
layer
run off
leave suddenly and as if in a hurry
depletion
lessening
dissemble
lie
levity
lightness, good humor
pontifical
like a pontiff, pope, extremely authoritative
runic
like runes, mysterious, secret
flaccid
limp, drooping
Chameleon
lizard of Africa and Madagascar able to change skin color and having a projectile tongue; a changeable or inconstant person; a faint constellation in the polar region of the southern hemisphere near Apus and Mensa
harangue
long, complaining speech
tirade
long, harsh, highly critical speech
Nostalgia
longing for something past
forage
look for food
emollient
lotion that moisturizes
Cacophony
loud confusing disagreeable sounds; a loud harsh or strident noise
tepid
lukewarm, room temperature
recumbent
lying down, resting
Incubation
maintaining something at the most favorable temperature for its development; (pathology) the phase in the development of an infection between the time a pathogen enters the body and the time the first symptoms appear; sitting on eggs so as to hatch them by the warmth of the body
expiate
make amends for
lionize
make much of
propitiate
make peace with
advert
make reference to
plasticity
malleability, stretchiness
sedulous
marked by care and persistent effort
brunette
marked by dark or relatively dark pigmentation of hair or skin or eyes
vituperative
marked by harshly abusive criticism
desultory
marked by lack of definite plan or regularity or purpose
labyrinth
maze
exigent
needing swift action
nullify
negate, make invalid
shirk
neglect or ignore
nugatory
negligible, having no effect
pandemonium
noisy chaos, bedlam
unpotable
nondrinkable, unsanitary
implacable
not able to be changed
inextricable
not able to be untangled
implausible
not believable
inexorable
not capable of being swayed or diverted from a course
impalpable
not physical, not able to be touched
unassailable
not questionable, not doubtable
reticent
not talkative
inopportune
not timely, inappropriate
incompatible
not well matched, unsuited
salient
noticeable, prominent
quorum
number of members of a governing body necessary in order to proceed
sporadic
occasional, infrequent
randomly
occurring without any pattern
quirky
odd in behavior, character, or appearance
nugatory
of no real value
Elysian
of such surpassing excellence as to suggest divine inspiration
pique
offense, resentment, provoke or excite
Eclipse
one celestial body obscures another; (V) cause an eclipse of (a celestial body) by intervention; cause an eclipse of; of celestial bodies; exceed in importance; outweigh
supplicant
one praying humbly for something
connoisseur
one who appreciates fine things
cynic
one who has an attitude of contempt, distrust
misanthrope
one who hates humanity
heretic
one who holds unorthodox or unapproved beliefs
gourmand
one who likes to eat alot
hedonist
one who lives for pleasure
botanist
one who studies plants
proctor
one who supervises students at an exam
Moor
open land usually with peaty soil covered with heather and bracken and moss; one of the Muslim people of north Africa; of mixed Arab and Berber descent; converted to Islam in the 8th century; conqueror of Spain in the 8th century; (V) secure with cables or ropes; come into or dock at a wharf; secure in or as if in a berth or dock
seminal
original or relating to seed or semen
unconventional
out of the ordinary
gregarious
outgoing, friendly
peripheral
outside, surrounding, auxiliary
ellipse
oval
Verbiage
overabundance of words; the manner in which something is expressed in words
pedantic
overly scholarly
eclipse
overshadowing, esp sun or moon
inadvertence
oversight, unwillingness
trousers
pants
acquiescence
passive assent or agreement without protest
bucolic
pastoral, relating to country life
Amortization
payment of an obligation in a series of installments or transfers; the reduction of the value of an asset by prorating its cost over a period of years
anglers
people who fish
incubation
period of gestation
cyclical
periodic and repeating
Felicity
pleasing and appropriate manner or style (especially manner or style of expression); state of well-being characterized by emotions ranging from contentment to intense joy
profuse
plentiful
Bombast
pompous or pretentious talk or writing
bombast
pompous speech
latent
potential, hidden quality
puissant
powerful
mendicant
practicing beggary
charade
pretense
stymied
prevent progress
obviate
prevent the occurrence of
proscribe
prohibit; ostracize; banish; outlaw
alacrity
promptness, eagerness
susceptible
prone to, open to
dimension
property of space, as in height, width, depth
Decorum
propriety in manners and conduct
provident
providing carefully for the future
tutelary
providing protective supervision
podgy
pudgy, chubby, Short and plump
deterrence
punishment used to discourage crime
peremptory
putting an end to all debate or action
interrogator
questioner, a questioner who is excessively harsh, one who asks questions
acumen
quickness, accuracy, and keenness of judgment or insight
placid
quiet, calm
spectrum
range of all colors, complete range
Cognizance
range or scope of what is perceived; range of what one can know or understand; having knowledge of
Conjecture
reasoning that involves the formation of conclusions from incomplete evidence; a hypothesis that has been formed by speculating or conjecturing (usually with little hard evidence); a message expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence; (V) to believe especially on uncertain or tentative grounds
extra-planetary
referring to something that occurs outside of a planet
subjective
relating to the mind as the subject of experience
relic
remnant, souvenir, venerated object
redundant
repetitive, and thus unnecessary
belie
represent falsely
constrain
restrict, confine
qualified
restricted in meaning
conundrum
riddle, puzzle
fracas
riot, flight
torque
rotational force, twist
circuitous
round-about, indirect
precepts
rule of personal conduct
Automation
the act of implementing the control of equipment with advanced technology; usually involving electronic hardware; equipment used to achieve automatic control or operation; the condition of being automatically operated or controlled
Obeisance
the act of obeying; dutiful or submissive behavior with respect to another person; bending the head or body or knee as a sign of reverence or submission or shame
Juxtaposition
the act of positioning close together (or side by side); a side-by-side position
Reconnaissance
the act of reconnoitring (especially to gain information about an enemy or potential enemy)
Attrition
the act of rubbing together; wearing something down by friction; a wearing down to weaken or destroy; sorrow for sin arising from fear of damnation; the wearing down of rock particles by friction due to water or wind or ice; erosion by friction
Larceny
the act of taking something from someone unlawfully
blandishment
the act of urging by means of teasing or flattery
Countenance
the appearance conveyed by a person's face;the human face (`kisser' and `smiler' and `mug' are informal terms for `face' and `phiz' is British); formal and explicit approval; (V)consent to, give permission
Obstetrics
the branch of medicine dealing with childbirth and care of the mother
Jurisprudence
the branch of philosophy concerned with the law and the principles that lead courts to make the decisions they do; the collection of rules imposed by authority
Ornithology
the branch of zoology that studies birds
Entomology
the branch of zoology that studies insects
Insouciance
the cheerful feeling you have when nothing is troubling you
Gist
the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience; the central meaning or theme of a speech or literary work
synthesis
the combination of diverse elements into one
Curator
the custodian of a collection (as a museum or library)
Carrion
the dead and rotting body of an animal; unfit for human food
Apotheosis
the elevation of a person (as to the status of a god); model of excellence or perfection of a kind; one having no equal
Milieu
the environmental condition
gist
the essence or main part of something
lucre
the excess of revenues over outlays in a given period of time (including depreciation and other non-cash expenses)
continence
the exercise of self constraint in sexual matters
Ennui
the feeling of being bored by something tedious
denouement
the final resolution of the main complication of a literary or dramatic work
Denouement
the final resolution of the main complication of a literary or dramatic work; the outcome of a complex sequence of events
Paradigm
the generally accepted perspective of a particular discipline at a given time; systematic arrangement of all the inflected forms of a word; a standard or typical example; the class of all items that can be substituted into the same position (or slot) in a grammatical sentence (are in paradigmatic relation with one another)
acme
the highest point (of something)
Literati
the literary intelligentsia
Diction
the manner in which something is expressed in words; the articulation of speech regarded from the point of view of its intelligibility to the audience
credence
the mental attitude that something is believable and should be accepted as true
Credence
the mental attitude that something is believable and should be accepted as true; a kind of sideboard or buffet
plumb
the metal bob of a plumb line, examine thoroughly and in great depth
Denotation
the most direct or specific meaning of a word or expression; the class of objects that an expression refers to; the act of indicating or pointing out by name
Crux
the most important point; a small conspicuous constellation in the southern hemisphere in the Milky Way near Centaurus
Cognomen
the name used to identify the members of a family (as distinguished from each member's given name); a familiar name for a person (often a shortened version of a person's given name)
Periphery
the outside boundary or surface of something
Lamentation
the passionate and demonstrative activity of expressing grief; a cry of sorrow and grief
viscosity
the property of a fluid that causes it to resist flowing
shortfall
the property of being an amount by which something is less than expected or required
Libel
the written statement of a plaintiff explaining the cause of action (the defamation) and any relief he seeks; a false and malicious publication printed for the purpose of defaming a living person; (V) print slanderous statements against
brood
the young of an animal cared for at one time
abstract
theoretical or to summarize or a summary
putative
thought-to-be
minatory
threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments
pervasive
throughout, in every part
Diatribe
thunderous verbal attack
Pique
tightly woven fabric with raised cords; a sudden outburst of anger; (V) cause to feel resentment or indignation
timorous
timid, fearful
interminable
tiresomely long
considerably
to a great extent
assoil
to absolve; to acquit
yield to
to agree to do something that you don't want to do
denigrate
to attack the reputation of; to speak ill of
conflate
to blend together, esp a text
burgeon
to bloom, flourish
admonish
to caution or advise against something; to scold mildly; to remind of a duty
fluctuate
to change constantly
nucleate
to cluster, to form a nucleus
originate
to come from
constrict
to compress, constract
corroborate
to confirm or make certain
connive
to conspire, to be in secret sympathy with
taint
to contaminate
enumerate
to count
collido
to crash into
fabricate
to create
engender
to create, foster
sever
to cut off completely
conclude
to decide upon
defer
to delay or postpone
disarm
to deprive of weapons or to win over, ingratiate
linger
to discover by searching thoroughly
refute
to disprove, to argue against
perturb
to disquiet, upset
desiccate
to dry out, dehydrate
eradicate
to eliminate completely
ostracize
to exclude from a group
plummet
to fall suddenly
interpret
to find the meaning of something
recover
to get something back
reciprocate
to give and take, to return, to pay back
endow
to grant, as a gift
revere
to greatly respect
demur
to hesitate, protest
obscure
to hide or hidden, vague, not easily understood
consolidate
to join together, merge
relinquish
to let go of, give up
orate
to make a speech, esp. pompously
exercise
to make use of
correspond
to match, to conform, to parallel
occlude
to obstruct, block up
circulate
to pass from one person to another
defer
to postpone or to submit to another
feign
to pretend
lactate
to produce milk
abjure
to reject; abandon formally
discharge
to release or let out
bare
to reveal or show
resuscitate
to revive, renew
isolate
to separate and make alone or single
indicate
to show clearly
extemporize
to speak spontaneously
diffuse
to spread thinly, or scattered
fluctuate
vary widely
vindictive
vengeful, spiteful
trendy
very fashionable and modern
vast
very large
prodigy
very talented child
errant
wandering, traveling
equivocal
wavering, vacillating
affluent
wealthy
sodden
wet through and through
contumacious
wilfully obstinate
sybil
witch
ferrous
with iron
Defection
withdrawing support or help despite allegiance or responsibility; the state of having rejected your religious beliefs or your political party or a cause (often in favor of opposing beliefs or causes)
dross
worthless material that should be removed
fledging
young, inexperienced
shop keeper
الشخص الي يشتغل بالكشك
symbolic head
رمز عالي- رمز السلطه
intensive
شديد - كثيف (adj)
rocky past
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