Vocabulary Unit 10
pertinent synonym and definition
cogent adj : relating to the thing that is being thought about or discussed
intrigue synonym and definition
collaborate verb to make secret plans
compatible part of speech, definition, related forms, and related phrases
Adj A: capable of use with some other brand or model B: Capable of living or getting along together. (noun) compatibility, compatibleness (adverb) compatibly in sync, in keeping with, in line with.
concise part of speech, definition, phrases, and related forms.
Adj Saying a lot in a few words a concise account, a concise statement (noun) conciseness, concision; (adverb) concisely
cogent part of speech, definition, phrases, and related forms
Adj forceful and convincing; to the point a cogent argument, a cogent criticism, a cogent account, a cogent description, a cogent analysis, at her most cogent and compelling. (noun) cogency (adverb) cogently
complacent part of speech, definition, related forms, phrases, usage note, and related phrases.
Adj overly self-satisfied; smug (noun) complacence, complacency (Adverb) complacently a complacent attitude, a complacent look Usage note: Do not confuse the adjective complacent, meaning "elf-satisfied," with the related adjective complaisant, meaning "eager to please" or "cheerfully obliging." to rest on one's laurels, pleased with oneself; displeased with oneself
terse synonym and definition
Concise Adj brief and direct in a way that may seem rude or unfriendly
brief synonym and definition
Concise Adj lasting only a short period of time : using only a few words
compact synonym and definition
Concise Adj smaller than other things of the same kind : using little space and having parts that are close together : closely or firmly packed or joined togethe
garrulous antonym and definition
Concise Adj tending to talk a lot : very talkative
pithy synonym and definition
Concise Adj using few words in a clever and effective way
laconic synonym and definition
Concise Adj using few words in speech or writing
summary synonym and definition
Concise Adj using few words to give the most important information about something
verbose antonym and definition
Concise Adj using more words than are needed
wordy antonym and definition
Concise Adj using or containing too many words
prolix antonym and definition
Concise Adj using too many words
succinct synonym and definition
Concise Adj using few words to state or express an idea
inane antonym and definition
cogent adj very silly or stupid
Give an overview of Vidkun Quisling
In the 1930s, Vidkun Quisling (1887-1945) was a respected Norwegian serving in various political and diplomatic posts. By 1945 he had become Norway's most notorious turncoat, and his surname had supplied English with a new word for traitor.
Describe the early career of Vidkun Quisling
Trained at Norway's only military academy, Quisling became a major in the Norwegian army. After that, he served as an official at the League of Nations and was responsible for the handling of refugees fleeing Stalin's Russia.
potent synonym and definition
cogent adj : having or wielding force, authority, or influence :
powerful synonym and definition
cogent adj : having the ability to control or influence people or things : having a strong effect on someone or something : having or producing a lot of physical strength or force
How did Vidkun Quisling's name take on the meaning it has today?
While acting as Norway's Minister of Defense from 1931 to 1933, Quisling developed a great admiration for the Germans. When WWII broke out, Quisling helped the German military plan the invasion of his native land; and when the Nazis arrived, he used his influence to hasten Norway's collapse. Somewhat later, the Nazis appointed Quisling Premier of Norway, a position he held until the war ended. In May 1945, Quisling was arrested, tried, and executed for high treason. Because of Quisling's part in the betrayal of Norway, his name became synonymous with treachery
constrain synonym and definition
coerce verb : to limit or restrict (something or someone) : to use pressure to force (someone) to do something
bulldoze synonym and definition
coerce verb to force (something that others might not want to happen) to be done or accepted in an aggressive or harsh way
dragoon synonym and definition
coerce verb to force into submission or compliance especially by violent measures
cow synonym and definition
coerce verb to make (someone) too afraid to do something
pressure synonym and definition
coerce verb to use pressure to force or try to force (someone) to do something
browbeat synonym and definition
coerce verb to use threats or angry speech to make (someone) do or accept something
compel synonym and definition
coerce verb : to force (someone) to do something : to make (something) happen : to force (something)
hector synonym and definition
coerce verb to intimidate or harass by bluster or personal pressure
invalid antonym and definition
cogent adj being without foundation or force in fact, truth, or law
apropos synonym and definition
cogent adj by way of interjection or further comment : with regard to the present topic
sound synonym and definition
cogent adj free from mistakes : showing good judgment
weak antonym and definition
cogent adj having little physical power or ability : not strong
unconvincing antonym and definition
cogent adj not able to make you believe that something is true, real, or acceptable : not convincing
untenable antonym and definition
cogent adj not capable of being defended against attack or criticism : not tenable
irrelevant antonym and definition
cogent adj not important or relating to what is being discussed right now : not relevant
ineffective antonym and definition
cogent adj not producing or having the effect you want : not effective
telling synonym and definition
cogent adj producing a strong or important effect
germane synonym and definition
cogent adj relating to a subject in an appropriate way
apposite synonym and definition
cogent adj very appropriate : suitable for the occasion or situation
compelling synonym and definition
cogent adj : very interesting : able to capture and hold your attention : capable of causing someone to believe or agree : strong and forceful : causing you to feel that you must do something
persuasive synonym and definition
cogent adj able to cause people to do or believe something : able to persuade people
frivolous antonym and definition
cogent adj not important : not deserving serious attention
effective synonym and definition
cogent adj producing a result that is wanted : having an intended effect
relevant synonym and definition
cogent adj relating to a subject in an appropriate way
valid synonym and definition
cogent adj well-grounded or justifiable : being at once relevant and meaningful
disjointed antonym and definition
cohere adj lacking order and organization
incoherent antonym and definition
cohere adj not able to talk or express yourself in a clear way that can be easily understood : not logical or well-organized : not easy to understand
incoherence antonym and definition
cohere noun : the quality or state of being incoherent 2 : something that is incoherent
disperse antonym and definition
cohere verb Popularity: Top 30% of words Simple Definition of disperse : to go or move in different directions : to spread apart
fall apart antonym and definition
cohere verb to break into parts in usually a sudden and unexpected way
come asunder antonym and definition
cohere verb to break into parts or pieces
come apart antonym and definition
cohere verb to break into parts or pieces : fail or be in very bad condition
combine synonym and definition
cohere verb to bring into such close relationship as to obscure individual characters : merge
scatter antonym and definition
cohere verb to cause (things or people) to separate and go in different directions : to separate and go in different directions
separate antonym and definition
cohere verb to cause (two or more people or things) to stop being together, joined, or connected : to make (people or things) separate
gel synonym and definition
cohere verb to change into a gel : to change into a thick substance that is like jelly
diverge antonym and definition
cohere verb to split and move out in different directions from a single point : to be or become different
coalesce synonym and definition
cohere verb : to come together to form one group or mass
dissipate antonym and definition
cohere verb : to separate into parts and disappear or go away
diffuse antonym and definition
cohere verb to spread out : to move freely throughout a large area
team effort synonym and definition
collaborate noun cooperative or coordinated effort on the part of a group of persons acting together as a team or in the interests of a common cause.
coworker synonym and definition
collaborate noun a person with whom one works, typically someone in a similar role or at a similar level within an organization.
joint effort synonym and definition
collaborate noun Something done by two or more people or groups working togethe
fifth columnist synonym and definition
collaborate noun a group of secret sympathizers or supporters of an enemy that engage in espionage or sabotage within defense lines or national borders
quisling synonym and definition
collaborate noun a person who helps an enemy that has taken control of his or her country
fellow traveler synonym and definition
collaborate noun a person who travels with another. a person who is not a member of a particular group or political party (especially the Communist Party), but who sympathizes with the group's aims and policies.
colleague synonym and definition
collaborate noun a person who works with you : a fellow worker
partnership synonym and definition
collaborate noun the state of being partners : a relationship between partners
partner synonym and definition
collaborate noun one of two or more people, businesses, etc., that work together or do business together : someone who participates in an activity or game with another person
take leave of antonym and definition
collaborate verb Depart from, say good-bye to
part company with antonym and definition
collaborate verb cease to be together; go in different directions.
join forces synonym and definition
collaborate verb to begin working together in order to achieve something
pool one's efforts synonym and definition
collaborate verb to combine a group's work
team up synonym and definition
collaborate verb to join with someone to work together
conspire synonym and definition
collaborate verb to secretly plan with someone to do something that is harmful or illegal : to happen in a way that produces bad or unpleasant results
dissociate oneself from antonym and definition
collaborate verb to separate oneself from something
collude synonym and definition
collaborate verb to work with others secretly especially in order to do something illegal or dishonest
work by oneself antonym and definition
collaborate verb to do something alone
cooperate synonym and definition
collaborate verb to work together : to work with another person or group to do something : to be helpful by doing what someone asks or tells you to do
congruous synonym and definition
compatible Adj being in agreement, harmony, or correspondence
harmonious synonym and definition
compatible Adj having parts that are related or combined in a pleasing way : not experiencing disagreement or fighting
like-minded synonym and definition
compatible Adj having similar opinions and interests
consistent synonym and definition
compatible Adj marked by harmony, regularity, or steady continuity : free from variation or contradiction
inconsistent antonym and definition
compatible Adj not always acting or behaving in the same way : not continuing to happen or develop in the same way : having parts that disagree with each other : not in agreement with something
agreeable synonym and definition
compatible Adj pleasing to the mind or senses : ready or willing to agree : willing to do or allow something : able to be accepted
incongruous antonym and definition
compatible Adj strange because of not agreeing with what is usual or expected
incompatible antonym and definition
compatible Adj not able to exist together without trouble or conflict : not going together well : not able to be used together
antagonistic antonym and definition
compatible Adj showing dislike or opposition : showing antagonism
parallel synonym and definition
compatible Adj very similar and often happening at the same time
discontented antonym and definition
complacent Adj not happy with your situation, position, etc. : not contented
contente(d) synonym and definition
complacent Adj pleased and satisfied : not needing more
self-content(ed) synonym and definition
complacent Adj self-satisfaction
malcontent antonym and definition
complacent Adj dissatisfied with the existing state of affairs : discontented
dissatisfied antonym and definition
complacent Adj not happy or pleased
collaborate part of speech, definition, related forms and related phrase.
verb A: To work together on some kind of joint project. (In this sense the tone of the word is neutral) B: To cooperate with the enemy in some kind of treasonable activity. (In this sense the tone of the word is definitely pejorative) (noun) collaboration, collaborator in cahoots with
coerce part of speech, definition, related forms and related phrases.
verb to force someone to do something against his or her will by using undue pressure, threats, intimidation, or physical violence (noun) coercion, coerciveness (Adj) coercive, coercible (adverb) coercively Strong-arm tactics, high-pressure someone, bring pressure to bear, railroad someone into, under duress
cohere part of speech, definition, related forms, and usage note
verb to hold or stick together; to fit together into an orderly, logical, and unified whole (noun) coherence. coherency, cohesion, cohesiveness (adj) coherent, cohesive Usage note: In spoken or written English, coherence is the principle that requires the parts of a sentence or a longer composition to be so worded and arranged that they stick together in an orderly, logical relationship. Errors that usually produce incoherence include dangling or misplaced modifiers, faulty pronoun references, lack of an overall focus, puzzling shifts in thought, the inclusion or irrelevant details, the illogical arrangement of facts or events, and the omission of essential information.