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BULWARK
(BULL wurk) Noun |
a defensive wall; something serving as a principle defense
Link: Bull Work Link sentence: Bulls work to build a Bulwark. Example sentence: Quebec City is the only city in North America with a Bulwark build entirely around it. |
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Augment
(awg MENT) Verb |
to make or become greater
Link: Cement Link sentence: How not to augment a driveway with cement Example sentence:The king attempted to augment his army by going into villages and drafting men into service. |
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Incongruous
(in KAHN grew us) adjetive |
not appropriate, unsuited to the surroundings; not fitting in
Link: In Congress Link sentence: The new Alaskan senator's presence in Congress was incongruous. example sentence: Ed appeared incongruous wearing his tuxedo on an old-fashioned hayride. |
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Gossamer
(GOSS uh mer) |
delicate floating cobwebs; a sheer gauzy fabric; something delicate, light, flimsy
link: customer link sentence: the spider's gossamer captured many unhappy customers example sentence: the bride wore a white silk wedding dress. a gossamer of fine italian lace gently toucher her face. |
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Succinct or Terse
(sek SINGKT) Adjetive |
brief and to the point; concise and terse
Link: Sink Link sentence: Virginia was succinct when Ernie forgot to fix the sink Example sentence: When Joe was called upon, he succinctly paraphrased what the teacher had just explained. |
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Languid
(LANG gwid) Adjetive |
lacking energy;weak;showing little interest in anything
Link Squid Link sentence A Languid Squid example sentence After his bout with the flu, joe was languid and unable to workout for over a week |
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Benighted
(be NI tid) Adjetive |
Being in a state of intellectual darkness; ignorant; unenlightened
Link: Knight Link sentence: A benighted knight example sentence: Many benighted people become enlightened during the Renassance |
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Tantalize
(TAN tal ize) verb |
to excite by exposing something desirable while keeping it out of reach, tease
Link; Santa lies Link sentence: Santa lies tantalize Example sentence: The tantalizing aroma of the bread made us all very hungry |
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Exalt
(ig ZAWLT) Verb |
to raise high;glorify
Link: Salt Link sentence: Everyone exalted the salt as king of the condiments example sentence: The firman was exalted by the press for saving the child from the burning building |
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Dire
(DYE ur) Adjetive |
Disastrous; desperate
Link: fire Link sentence: A dire fire Example sentence: The hurricane struck the Florida Keys with dire results all buildings were flattened. |
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Kindle
(KIN dl) Verb |
to cause to burn or ignite; to arouse or inspire
Link: Candle Link sentence: Patrick found a unique way to kindle candles. example sentence: Because Christine once had feelings for him, Joe thought sending flowers might again kindle her affection |
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Myriad
(MIR ee ud) Noun |
an extremely large number
Link: Mirror Add Link sentence: Many Mirrors add a myriad of reflections. Example sentence: George was a hypochondriac, weight down by myriad concerns about his health |
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Rhetoric
(RET or ik) Noun |
the art or study of using language effectively and persuasively; over-elaborate language
Link: Rent-A-Wreck Link sentence:A salesman's rent-a-wreck rhetoric Example sentence:A person's use of rhetoric can indicate much about that person's character. |
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Latent
(LAYT nt) Adjetive |
laying hidden or developed; potential
Link:Lay Tent Link sentence: Never lay your tent on a latent volcano Example sentence:Trent had a latent talent as a singer which he didn't discover until he was in his 50's. |
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Trenchant (Incisive, Caustic)
(TREN chunt) Adjetive |
cutting incisive, having a sharp point; caustic, sarcastic
Link: Trench Ant Link sentence: A trenchant mouth is characteristic of the famous Madagascar trench ant Example sentence: Julia had a trenchant tongue and was always putting her friends down behind their backs. |
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Jaunt
(jawnt) Noun |
a short pleasure trip
Link: Haunt Link sentence: A jaunt haunt Example sentence: After not taking a family vacation for two years, a jaunt to the beach was a pleasant respite |
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Vertigo
(vur tuh GO) Noun |
the sensation of dizziness
Link: where to go Link sentence: When test pilot Bob developed a bad case of vertigo, he didn't know were to go Example sentence: Charles was acrophobic and even suffered from vertigo while standing on a stool, replacing the lights in the kitchen. |
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Impede
(im PEED) Verb |
to obstruct or interfere with; to delay
Link: Speed Link sentence: The job of highway patrolmen is to impede speeding motorists. Example sentence: He was only my uncle, but he always told me no matter what not to let anyone impede my ambition to go to medical school |
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Countenance
(KOWNT uh nanz) Noun |
a person's face, especially the expression
Link: Count the Nuts Link sentence: By their facial countenance alone it was easy to count the nuts Example sentence: The submarine commander's countenance belied his true feeling of anxiety and fear. |
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Scrutinize
(SKROOT uh nyze) |
to look very carefully; to examine
Link: Screw eyes Link sentence: U.S. customs officials have screw eye when they scrutinize baggage Example sentence: Newspaper proof readers scrutinize an entire newspaper each day. |
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Specter
(SPEK ter) Noun |
A ghost or phantom
Link: Spectacles Link sentence: A specter with spectacles Example sentence: The specter of Christmas future is the most terrifying to Ebenezer Scrooge in Dickens' A Christmas Carole |
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Wax (waxen, waxed)
(waks) verb |
to increase in extent, quantity, intensity, power ect.
(of the moon) to increase in the extent of is illuminated portion before the full moon to grow or become Example sentence: He waxed angrily. |
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Wane (waning)
(wain) Verb |
to decrease gradually
Link: Rain Link sentence: Snowmen wane in rain Example sentence: A waning interest by theater-goers prompted the theater to shut down. |
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Copious
(kon pee uns) Adjetive |
Large in quantity or number; abundant; plentiful
Having or yielding an abundant supply exhibiting abundance or fullness, as of thoughts or words Link: Cops Link sentence: Copious cops devour donuts, waiting for some excitement. Example sentence: As you read Cold Mountain, you must make copious annotations. |
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Perspicacious
Adjetive |
Having or showing penetrating mental discernment; clear sight
Link: Perspiration Link sentence: Annotating the novel, Perry's perspiration increased while concentrating on perspicacious reading. Example sentence: If one examines political cartoons perspicaciously, the artist's message is quiet clear. |
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Marauder
(muh RAWD er) Noun |
Raider, intruder
Link: Ma Raider Link sentence: The fiercest marauders are ma raiders. Example sentence: During the Civil War, Marauding bands of Confederate guerrillas raided Union supply lines in the Midwest. |
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Cower
(KOW ur) Verb |
Cringe from fear; to shrink away
Link: Cow Link sentence: Bessie, the cowering cow, never could stand the sight of her own milk Example sentence: When sheriff Wild Bill Hickok entered the Last Chance Saloon, the villains cowered in fear. |
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Aloof
(uh LOOF) Adjetive |
distant, reserved in manner; uninvolved
Link: Roof Link sentence: Snowball, the cat, was so aloof when guests came she hid on the roof. Example sentence: At the wedding reception, the bride's relatives were vary aloof, hardly speaking to the groom's quests and family. |
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Forbearance
(for BAYR ans) Noun |
Patience
Link: Four Parents Link sentence: Four parents exhibiting forbearance Example sentence: Teachers must forbear when they deal with unruly students. |
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Lament
(la MINT) Verb/Noun |
to express sorrow or regret; to mourn
Link: Cement Link sentence: we lament that Joe got buried in cement Example sentence: The song, "Cowboy's Lament," is a ballad about the lonely life of those who drive cattle for a living. (Noun) |
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Cacophony
(kuh KAFH uh nee) Noun |
harsh sounds
Link: Cough Link sentence: A cacophony of coughing. Example sentence: A cacophony isn't noise alone, it is disturbing noise such as when people shout all at once. |
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Quietude
(kwi i TUDE) Noun |
calm; tranquil; peaceful
Link: quiet Dude Link sentence: Dad was a quiet dude who sought quietude Example sentence: Gene and Chris chose their property for the air quietude and peace that pervaded the area. |
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Connoisseur
(kahn uh SUR) Noun |
an expert, particularly in matters of art and taste
Link: King of Sewer Link sentence: The King of the Sewer is a connoisseur of garbage. Example sentence: My uncle is a connoisseur of fine wine. |
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Evoke
(EE voke) verb |
to summon forth, call to mind, awaken, produce, suggest
Link: Coke Link Sentence:Sometimes a song, a picture, even a coke, can evoke the most poignant of youthful memories. Example Sentence: A clap of thunder and a flash of lightning over the old castle evoked dark spirits for the villagers who remembered the night of the headless ghosts. |
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Cupidity
(kyoo PID ih tee) Noun |
Exessive greed, especially for money
Link: Cupid Link sentence: Cupid with Cupidity Example sentence: The thief's cupidity was exceeded only by his ignorance. |
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Ubiquitous
(yoo BIK woh tus) Adj. |
the quality of being everywhere (or seeming to) at the same time
Link: Big as us Link sentence: When you're as big as us you feel ubiquitous. Example: Computers were once rare, but today are more ubiquitous than typewriters. |
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Adroit/Deft
(ah DROIT) Adj |
Skillful
Link: Detroit Link sentence: The auto workers of Detroit are adroit at manufacturing automobiles. Example: Many fourth graders are more adroit on the computer than their parents. |
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Fetter
(FET ur) Verb |
To restrain; to hamper
Link: Feather Link sentence: A fettered feather Example Sentence: The prisoners were fettered by shackles around their ankles |
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Exonerate
(ig ZON er ate) Verb |
to free from accusation or blame; to free from a responsibility or task
Link: His Honor was late Link sentence: His Honor was too late to exonerate the innocent prisoner Example sentence: When he was released from jail, he finally felt exonerated for his crime |
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Mores:
(MAWR ayz) |
Customary cultural standards; moral attitudes, manners, habits
Link: More A’s Link sentence: Our educational Mores have it that the More A’s a student makes, the better their education Example Sentence: According to Chinese mores, it is considered polite to belch at the table as a appreciation. |
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DOLDRUMS
Noun DOHL drums |
a period or condition of depression or inactivity
Link: Doll Drums Link Sentence: all covered with dust, the Doll Drums were in the doldrums Example: Ever since Jackie's Dog died, the little fellow has not touched his toys, moping around day after day in the doldrums. |
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Throng
Noun/verb throng |
a large group of people gathered closely together
Link: Song Link sentence: The throng broke into song Example: When the Pope visited the United States, an admiring throng gathered at every major city |
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Emulate
(IM u late) |
to attempt to equal or surpass; especially through imitation
Link: Imitate Link sentence: Jimmy emulates his dad by imitating him Example Most people emulate those they most admire |
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Incite
(en SIGHT) Verb |
to arouse to action
Link: Fight Link sentence: The pitcher bean ball incited the batter to fight. Example: Waving a stick at jerry's dog only incites him and increase the chance he will bite you. |
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Palpable
(PAL pah bul) Adjetive |
Capable of being touched or felt
Link: Pap the Bull Link sentence: Our pal, the bull, is palpable Example: The palpable imagery helps make the poem more realistic |
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Austere
(aw STEER) Adjetive |
Ster, as in manner; without excess, unadorned, severely simple and plain
Link: Steer Link sentence: An austere steer is no fun at a party Example: The austerity (noun form) of life in the village was understandable. Many were jobless and evidence of poverty was everywhere. |
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Philanthropy
(fi LAN thruh pee) |
love of mankind, especially through charitable gifts and deeds
Link: Phil anthropy Link sentence: Phil anthropy was a philanthropist Example sentence: In the movie, Good Sam, Gary Cooper's characters was Philanthropic, giving to anyone in need and keeping little for his own family. |
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Gregarious
(gruh GAIR ee us) |
seeking the enjoyment of company
Link Greg Hilarious Link sentence: Gregarious Greg was hilarious Example Paige was so gregarious she hated to be alone. |
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Pious
(Pi us) |
Devout or virtuous, holy
Link: Pie Link sentence: A pious pie Sentence: Elizabeth piously siad her prayers every night before bed. |
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Ethereal
(i THEER ee ul) Adjetive |
Very light; airy; delicate; heavenly
Link: Cereal Link sentence: Ethereal Cereal Example: An ethereal mist covered the hill in the morning. |
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Espouse
(eh SPOWZ) verb |
to adopt; to support in a committed way
Link: Spouse Link sentence: Harold's spouse espoused a large family Example: I espouse the idea that we eat dessert before dinner. |
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Misanthropy
(MIS an thruh pee) Noun |
hatred of mankind
Link: Miss Anthropy Link sentence: Miss anthropy was a misanthropic person Example: A more Misanthropic person you never did see. He hates everyone. |
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Culpable
(kuhl-puh-buhl) Adj From culpa "crime, fault, blame" Related forms: Culpability |
Worthy of blame
Link: culprit Link sentence:The culprit is culpable for the crime. Example: Orleanna- in the Poisonwood Bible- must deal with her feelings of guilt, facing how she is partly culpable for what befalls her family. |
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Intrepid
(in TREP id) adj |
fearless, bold
Link Trip Ed Link sentence: Everyone considered David intrepid after he tripped ed, the bully, in the cafeteria. Example: The bullfighter was intrepid as he stood in the arena before the fierce bull. |
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Catharsis
(kuh THAR sis) |
An emotional or psychological cleaning that brings relief or renewal.
Link: Cat and horses Link sentence: Cat and horse catharsis. Example: After Jeremy returned to the french world war II battlefield he had known fifty years before, he said he found the experience cathartic. |
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Portend
(por TEND) verb |
To warn of as an omen; forecast
Link: Poor End Lin sentence: His teacher portend that billy would come to a poor end. Example: In ancient times a comet in the sky was considered a portentous event. |
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Abate
(ah Bait) Verb |
To reduce
Link: Bait Link sentence: Abated Bait Example: Marta's defeated in the tennis tournament did not abate her zeal for the game. |
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Fraught
(fraught) |
teeming with; laden; full; involving; accompanied by
Link: Caught Link sentence: Eric caught a boatload in a lake fraught with fish. Example: The freighter was fraught with cargo. |
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Surreptitious
(sur ep TISH us) |
done or acting in a secret, sly manner
Link: Suspicious Link sentence: To escape from the circus, an elephant has to be surreptitious without being suspicious. Example: Helen surreptitiously crept around the car, hoping to get the cat out from under it. |
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Bolster
(BOHL ster) Verb, noun |
to support, as in a group; to give a boost, a large pillow
Link: Holster Link sentence: Members Bolstered each other by wearing there holster. Example: The coach saw it was time to Bolster his team, so he gave them a pep talk. |
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Bevy
(bev EE) Noun |
a group of animals; an assemblage
Link: Heavy Link sentence: A bevy of heavies Example: Bud's hunting dogs scared out a bevy of quail. |
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Enmity
(EN mi tee) Noun |
hostility; deep-seated hatred
Link: In my tea Link sentence: Sir Howard, I have great enmity for your dog's tongue in my tea Example: The enmity between the teams was apparent to the spectators. |
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Arduous
(AHR joo us) Adj. |
hard, difficult, tiresome
Link: Hard on us Link sentence: The arduous snow covered trail is hard on us. Example: The assignment given the recruits was Arduous, twenty ,miles with full packs in the hot sun. |
