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1. Vaporized" means to convert a substance into vapor, typically by applying heat.

It
can also be used figuratively to mean something disappearing completely or being
destroyed instantly.

Example: The water quickly vaporized when it was poured onto the hot pan.

2. Espionage" refers to the act of spying or using spies to gather secret information,
especially about a government, organization, or competitor. It often involves covert
actions to obtain sensitive data.

Example: The agent was arrested for espionage after being caught gathering classified
information from a foreign government.

3. Byzantine" describes something that is extremely complex, intricate, or convoluted,


often with many layers or details. It can also refer to a style of elaborate, ornate design
inspired by the Byzantine Empire.

Example: The company's Byzantine approval process made it difficult to get anything
done quickly.

4. Fusty" refers to something that smells stale, musty, or old. It can also describe ideas
or attitudes that are old-fashioned and out of date.

Example: The attic had a fusty smell from years of being closed up, filled with dusty, old
furniture.

5. Eloquent" means being able to express ideas clearly, effectively, and persuasively,
often with elegance and fluency.

Example: The speaker was so eloquent that the audience was captivated by every
word.

6.Fickle" describes someone who frequently changes their mind, loyalties, or


preferences, often unpredictably or without good reason.

Example: She was so fickle with her plans that it was hard to know if she’d actually
show up.

7. Errant" describes something or someone that is straying from the proper path or
behaving in an incorrect or unpredictable way. It can refer to wandering, mistaken, or
deviant behavior.

Example: The errant dog wandered into neighboring yards, ignoring its owner’s calls.
8.Steadfast" means being firm, loyal, and unwavering, even in difficult situations.

Example: She remained steadfast in her support for her friend during tough times.

9. An "epicure" is a person who takes great pleasure in fine food and drink, often with a
refined taste for gourmet cuisine.

Example: As an epicure, she always sought out the best restaurants and gourmet
dishes to satisfy her love for exquisite dining.

10. Vernacular" refers to the everyday language or dialect spoken by ordinary people in
a particular region or country, as opposed to formal or literary language. It can also refer
to specialized language used by a particular group.

Example: The book was written in the local vernacular, making it accessible and
relatable to the community.

11.A "debutant" (or "debutante") is a young person, typically a girl, who is making her
first formal appearance in society. This term is often used in the context of a formal
event, such as a ball, where she is introduced to the social elite.

Example: The debutant wore a beautiful gown at the ball, celebrating her entrance into
society.

12. Nomenclature" means the way things are named in a specific area, like science or
art. It’s the system used to classify and give names to things.

Example: In biology, scientists use specific names for plants and animals to avoid
confusion.

13. Blunt" can mean two things:

1. When describing an object, it refers to something that is not sharp or has a


rounded edge (like a dull knife).
2. When describing a person or their communication style, it means being direct
and honest, sometimes in a way that may seem rude or insensitive.

Example (object): The knife was too blunt to cut through the vegetables.

Example (person): He was blunt in his feedback, telling her exactly what he thought
without holding back.

14. Fatuous" means silly, foolish, or lacking intelligence, often in a way that is smug or
self-satisfied.
Example: His fatuous comments during the meeting showed that he didn’t really
understand the topic.

15. Variegated" means having different colors, patterns, or types, often used to
describe plants with leaves or flowers that have various colors or markings.

Example: The garden was beautiful with variegated plants that had green, yellow, and
white leaves.

16. Meticulous" means showing great attention to detail and being very careful and
precise in the way something is done.

Example: She was meticulous in her work, double-checking every figure and ensuring
that everything was perfect.

17. Predecessors" refers to people or things that came before someone or something
in a particular role, position, or place.

Example: The new CEO implemented changes based on the successes and failures of
her predecessors.

18. Sycophants" are people who flatter or praise someone in power to get what they
want.

Example: He was tired of the sycophants who always agreed with him just to stay in his
good graces.

19. Panderers" are people who try to please others by giving them what they want,
even if it's not sincere or honest. They do this to gain approval or favor.

Example: The panderer always told his friends what they wanted to hear, even if he
didn't really believe it.

20. Elocutionists" are people who are skilled in the art of clear and expressive
speaking, often focusing on pronunciation, tone, and gestures to convey their message
effectively.

Example: The elocutionist delivered her speech with such clarity and confidence that
the audience was captivated.

21. Sinuous" describes something that is winding, curvy, or has many turns. It often
refers to shapes or movements that are graceful and flowing.
Example: The river took a sinuous path through the valley, with curves and bends that
made it beautiful to look at.

22. Sinister" means something that is evil, harmful, or threatening. It often suggests a
sense of foreboding or a bad intention.

Example: The abandoned house had a sinister appearance, with dark shadows and an
eerie silence that made people uneasy.

23. Brusque" describes a manner of speaking or behaving that is abrupt, blunt, or curt,
often in a way that may seem rude or unfriendly.

Example: His brusque reply left her feeling ignored, as he seemed more focused on
getting to the point than on being polite.

24. Lassitude" refers to a state of physical or mental weariness, lack of energy, or


feeling lethargic. It often describes a sense of fatigue or tiredness that can be both
emotional and physical.

Example: After working long hours without a break, she felt a deep sense of lassitude
and just wanted to rest.

25. Restitution" refers to the act of restoring something to its original state or returning
something that has been lost or stolen. It can also mean compensating someone for
loss or damage.

Example: The court ordered the thief to make restitution by returning the stolen items
and paying for the damages.

26. Turpitude" refers to a condition of moral depravity or wickedness. It describes


behavior that is considered corrupt, base, or shameful.

Example: The politician's turpitude was revealed when evidence of his dishonest
dealings came to light.

27. Torpor" refers to a state of physical or mental inactivity, sluggishness, or lethargy. It


describes a lack of energy or vitality, often accompanied by an inability to think or move
quickly.

Example: After a long day at work, he felt a sense of torpor and just wanted to relax on
the couch.
28. Vicissitude" refers to a change or variation, often one that is unexpected or
unwelcome. It describes the ups and downs or fluctuations in life, circumstances, or
situations.

Example: They faced many vicissitudes during their travels, from sudden rainstorms to
unexpected delays.

29. Extrapolation" is the process of estimating or predicting something based on


known data or trends. It involves extending or projecting conclusions beyond the
available information.

Example: The scientist used past climate data for extrapolation to predict future
temperature changes.

30. "Interrogation" refers to the process of asking someone a series of questions, often
in a detailed or aggressive manner, typically to obtain information or to gather evidence.
This term is commonly used in law enforcement or investigative contexts.

Example: The detective conducted a thorough interrogation of the suspect to find out
what happened during the crime.

31. "Interment" refers to the act of burying a dead body in a grave or tomb. It is the
formal or ceremonial placement of a deceased person in their final resting place.

Example: The family held a small ceremony for the interment of their loved one at the
cemetery.

32. "Elongation" refers to the act of making something longer or the state of being
stretched out. It can also describe the increase in length of an object or a material.

Example: The elongation of the rubber band occurred when it was pulled tightly.

33. Vivisection" refers to the practice of conducting operations on live animals for
scientific research or experimentation, particularly to study biological processes or the
effects of treatments. This term is often associated with ethical debates regarding
animal rights.

Example: The scientist defended the use of vivisection in his research, arguing that it
was necessary for medical advancements.

34. Kowtow" originally refers to the act of kneeling and bowing deeply to show respect
or submission, particularly in traditional Chinese culture. It can also mean to show
excessive deference or submissiveness in a more general sense.
Example: He refused to kowtow to the demands of his boss, standing firm in his beliefs
instead.

35. Redaction" refers to the process of editing or preparing a document for publication
by removing or obscuring sensitive or confidential information. It is commonly used in
legal and government contexts to protect privacy or security.

Example: The report underwent redaction to remove names and personal details
before it was released to the public.

36 Cloister" can refer to a secluded or confined place, often associated with a


monastery or convent where monks or nuns live a life of religious contemplation. It can
also mean to shut away or isolate someone in a quiet place.

Example: The peaceful cloister provided a serene environment for meditation and
reflection.

37. Diaspora" refers to the movement, migration, or scattering of a group of people


from their original homeland to different parts of the world. It often describes
communities that maintain their cultural identity despite being spread out.

Example: The Jewish diaspora has communities around the globe, each with its own
unique cultural practices while still sharing a common heritage.

38. "Resonance" means a deep, rich sound or the ability to create strong feelings or
connections.

Example: The resonance of the guitar made the music sound beautiful.

39. Opulence" refers to great wealth, luxury, or abundance, often associated with
lavishness and richness in appearance or lifestyle.

Example: The hotel was known for its opulence, featuring extravagant decorations and
high-end amenities.

40. Didactics" refers to the art or science of teaching and instructional methods. It often
focuses on how knowledge is imparted and learned, emphasizing the educational
aspects of communication.

Example: The professor's approach to didactics involved using interactive methods to


engage students in the learning process.
41. Omniscience" refers to the state of having unlimited knowledge or understanding; it
is the ability to know everything. The term is often used in a religious or philosophical
context to describe a deity's all-knowing nature.

Example: In many religions, God is described as having omniscience, knowing all


things past, present, and future.

42. Translucence" means letting light through, but not clearly enough to see through
completely.

Example: The translucence of the lampshade made the light soft and warm, but you
couldn't see the bulb inside.

43. Melee" refers to a confused, chaotic fight or skirmish involving multiple people. It
often describes a situation where there is a lot of close combat or a struggle among a
group.

Example: The crowd erupted into a melee when the concert ended, as fans rushed to
the exits all at once.

44. A "tabloid" is a small newspaper that usually covers gossip, celebrities, and
sensational news.

Example: He likes to buy a tabloid to read about movie stars and their lives.

45. A "tableau" is a scene that looks like a picture, often made by people standing still.

Example: In the performance, the actors created a tableau that showed a famous
moment in history.

46. A "rant" is a long, passionate, and often loud speech or piece of writing in which
someone expresses strong opinions or complaints about something.

Example: He went on a rant about the problems with the city's public transportation
system.

47. Premeditate" means to plan or think about something in advance.

Example: He premeditated his actions before making the decision.

48. Palter" means to act insincerely; to haggle; to play tricks;.

Example: When asked about the project’s progress, she chose to palter, giving vague
responses instead of providing specific updates.
49. Distend" means to swell or stretch out.

Example: The balloon will distend when you blow air into it.

50. Ponder" means to think about something carefully and deeply.

Example: She took a moment to ponder the question before answering.

51. Insolent" means showing a lack of respect; being rude or disrespectful.

Example: His insolent tone upset the teacher, as he spoke without any respect.

52. Astute" means being clever, quick to understand things, and able to make good
decisions.

Example: She made an astute observation about the problem, helping the team find a
solution quickly.

53. "Mercurial" means having sudden and unpredictable changes in mood or behavior.

Example: His mercurial personality made it hard to know how he would react in any
situation.

54. Paradox: A statement or situation that seems contradictory or impossible but may
actually be true.

Example: "Less is more" is a paradox because it contradicts itself, yet makes sense.

55.Mandate: An official order or command to do something.

Example: The school gave a mandate requiring all students to wear uniforms.

56.Harbinger: A sign or signal that something, often significant, is about to happen.

Example: The early flowers were a harbinger of spring.

57. Indelible: Something that cannot be erased or forgotten; permanent.

Example: The vacation left indelible memories that she would cherish forever.

58. Wearisome: Causing tiredness or boredom; tedious.

Example: The long, wearisome lecture made everyone feel sleepy.

59. "Nebulous" means unclear, vague, or hard to understand.


Example: His explanation was so nebulous that no one could figure out what he meant.

60. Indifferent: Having no strong feelings or interest one way or another; not caring.

Example: She was indifferent to the outcome, as it didn’t affect her.

61. Understated: Presented in a simple or subtle way, without exaggeration.


Example: Her dress was understated, elegant without being flashy.

62. Expounded: Explained in detail or thoroughly.

Example: The professor expounded on the theory, making it clear to all students.

63. Ebbed: Decreased, receded, or became weaker (often used with tides or emotions).

Example: As the excitement ebbed, everyone began to settle down.

64. Doffed: Took off or removed, usually referring to a hat or piece of clothing.

Example: He doffed his hat as a sign of respect.

65. Temporized: Delayed making a decision or taking action to gain more time.

Example: She tempered when asked a difficult question, trying to think of the right
answer.

66. Wrought: Shaped, created, or formed (often used for something carefully crafted or
made).
Example: The artist wrought a beautiful sculpture from clay.

67. Rakish: Stylish, confident, and slightly unconventional or daring.

Example: He had a rakish charm, with his sharp suit and carefree attitude.

68. Quiescent: In a state of rest, inactivity, or calm.


Example: The volcano was quiescent, showing no signs of erupting.

69. Sagacious: Wise, intelligent, and having good judgment.

Example: Her sagacious advice helped me make the right decision.

70. Reproachable: Deserving criticism or blame.

Example: His actions were reproachable, and people were quick to criticize him.
71. Mundane: Ordinary, everyday, or lacking excitement.
Example: She found her daily routine a bit mundane and wanted a change.

72. Drone: A person who is boring or unproductive; also refers to a low, continuous
sound or the male bee in a colony.

Example: He felt like a drone at work, doing the same tasks every day without
excitement.

73. Sluggard: A lazy person who is slow to act or move.

Example: The sluggard missed many opportunities because he never wanted to get out
of bed early.

74. Fettered: Tied up or restricted; unable to move freely.

Example: The prisoner was fettered by chains, making it hard to walk.

75. Intrepid: Fearless and adventurous; not afraid to take risks.

Example: The intrepid explorer traveled to places no one else dared to go.

76. Coddled: Treated with excessive care or indulgence; spoiled.

Example: The child was coddled by her parents, getting everything she wanted.

77. Odious: Extremely unpleasant or repulsive; causing strong dislike.

Example: The odious smell from the garbage made everyone wrinkle their noses.

78.Clout: Power or influence, especially in politics or business.

Example: She has a lot of clout in the company, so her opinions are highly valued.

79. Guile: Cleverness or trickery used to deceive someone.

Example: The con artist used guile to trick people into giving him money.

80. Infamy: Being famous for something bad or shameful; reputation for wrongdoing.

Example: The dictator was known for his infamy, having committed many crimes
against his people.

81. Pessimistic: Having a negative outlook; expecting the worst to happen.


Example: She is often pessimistic, believing that things will go wrong.

82. Sadistic: Gaining pleasure from causing pain or suffering to others.

Example: The sadistic character in the movie enjoyed tormenting his victims.

83. Domineering: Trying to control others in an arrogant or overbearing way.

Example: Her domineering attitude made it hard for others to express their opinions.

84. Truant: A student who stays away from school without permission; someone who
skips classes.
Example: The school was concerned about the number of truant students this semester.

85. Lexicon: A dictionary or the vocabulary of a language, person, or field of study.

Example: The scientist used a specialized lexicon to explain complex terms.

86. Motif: A recurring theme or idea in a piece of literature, art, or music.

Example: The motif of love and sacrifice appears throughout the novel.

87. A "platitude" is a boring or obvious statement that doesn't say anything new or
interesting.

Example: "Time heals all wounds" is a platitude that many people use without much
thought.

88. Taciturn: Quiet or reserved; not talking much.

Example: He is taciturn, often preferring to listen rather than speak.

89. Salient: Most noticeable or important; standing out.

Example: The salient features of the presentation were highlighted on the slide.

90. Replete: Filled or well-supplied with something.

Example: The garden was replete with colorful flowers in full bloom.

91. Prosaic: Dull or ordinary; lacking imagination or excitement.

Example: The book was criticized for its prosaic writing style and lack of creativity.
92. Oppressive: Weighing heavily on the mind or spirit; causing discomfort or stress.
Example: The oppressive heat made it hard to enjoy outdoor activities.

93. Declassification: Making secret information public.

Example: The declassification of the documents allowed everyone to see them.

94. Principality: A small area ruled by a prince.

Example: The principality has its own laws and traditions.

95. Dominion: Control over a territory or area.

Example: The country had dominion over several islands.

96. Obtuse: Slow to understand; not sharp.

Example: He was being obtuse when he didn’t get the point of the conversation.

97. Oblivious: Not aware of what is happening around you.

Example: She was oblivious to the people talking nearby.

98. Inept: Clumsy or not good at something.

Example: He was inept at playing the guitar, making many mistakes.

99. Indolent: Lazy; wanting to avoid work or activity.

Example: He was indolent and preferred to watch TV all day.

100. Scapegoat: A person who is unfairly blamed for problems or wrongdoings.

Example: He became the scapegoat for the team's failure, even though it wasn't his
fault.

101.Trifle: Something that is not important or worth much; a small thing.

Example: They argued over a trifle, like what to have for dinner.

102. Virago: A strong, aggressive woman; often used in a negative way.

Example: She was seen as a virago because of her fierce personality.

103.Punctilious: Very careful about details and doing things correctly.


Example: She is punctilious about following the rules.

104.Nonconformist: A person who does not follow usual customs or beliefs.

Example: He is a nonconformist who likes to dress differently from everyone else.

105.Salubrious: Good for health; healthy.

Example: The salubrious climate made it a great place to live.

106. Heuristic: A way of learning or solving problems through experience and trial.

Example: The heuristic method helped him figure out the solution on his own.

107. Garner: To collect or gather.

Example: She worked hard to garner support for her idea.

108. Quell: To calm or stop something.

Example: The police tried to quell the angry crowd.

109. Surmise: To guess or think something is true without proof.

Example: I can only surmise that he is late because of traffic.

110. Comport: To behave in a certain way.

Example: He tried to comport himself politely at the dinner.

111. Subjugate: To bring under control; to conquer.

Example: The empire wanted to subjugate all its enemies.

112. Intimidated: Feeling scared or nervous because of someone or something.

Example: She felt intimidated by the large crowd at the event.

113. Effaced: To erase or remove something completely.

Example: The writing on the old wall had been effaced by time and weather.

114. Girded: To prepare oneself for action; to get ready.

Example: He girded himself for the difficult task ahead.


115. Usurped: To take power or control from someone without the right to do so.

Example: The prince usurped the throne from his father.

116. Retract: To take back something said or written.

Example: He had to retract his statement after it was proven wrong.

117. Sequester: To isolate or keep apart from others.

Example: They sequestered the jury during the trial.

118. Assimilate: To adopt the customs and culture of a new group.

Example: She worked hard to assimilate into her new community.

119. Fixated: Strongly focused on or obsessed with something.

Example: He was fixated on his new video game and played it all day.

120. Frenzied: Wild, out of control, or very excited.

Example: The crowd became frenzied when the band started playing.

121. Frantic: Very worried or rushed, often in a panicked way.


Example: She was frantic looking for her lost keys before work.

122. Fazed: Disturbed, bothered, or upset by something.


Example: He wasn’t fazed by the loud noise and kept working calmly.

123. Irreproachable: Perfect or faultless; without any criticism or blame.


Example: Her behavior at the event was irreproachable, impressing everyone there.

124. Irksome: Annoying or bothersome.


Example: The constant noise from construction was irksome to the neighbors.

125. Unshakable: Very strong and firm; unable to be changed or disturbed.


Example: She had unshakable confidence in her decision.

126. Insentient: Without any feelings or awareness.

Example: A rock is insentient because it doesn’t feel anything.

127. Reparatory: Fixing or making up for something wrong.


Example: They made a reparatory payment to cover the damage.

128. Restorative: Healing or bringing back energy.

Example: The soup had a restorative effect when she was sick.

129. Blighted: Damaged or spoiled.

Example: The crops were blighted by disease and didn’t grow well.

130. Confutative: Meant to prove something wrong.

Example: He made a confutative point to show the error in the argument.

131.Ostentatious: Very showy; trying to impress others.

Example: Her ostentatious dress caught everyone’s eye.

132. Verbosity: Using too many words; wordiness.

Example: His verbosity made the speech longer than necessary.

133. Vocalizations: Sounds or noises made by a person or animal.

Example: The baby’s vocalizations included coos and giggles.

134. Garishness: Bright, flashy, or tasteless display.

Example: The room’s garishness was overwhelming with bright colors everywhere.

135. Tonality: The character or quality of sound or tone.

Example: The tonality of her voice was soothing and calm.

136. Legible: Easy to read.

Example: His handwriting was legible, so everyone could understand it.

137. Literal: The exact or real meaning of something.

Example: The literal meaning of "heart" is the organ in your chest.

138. Belligerent: Aggressive or ready to fight.


Example: He had a belligerent attitude during the argument.

139. Advocate: To support or speak in favor of something.


Example: She advocates for animal rights and works to protect them.

140. Perforate: To make holes in something.

Example: The paper was perforated so it could be torn easily.

141. Lament: To feel or express sadness or regret.

Example: She lamented the loss of her pet.

142. Expunge: To completely remove or erase.

Example: He wished he could expunge the embarrassing memory.

143. Titillated: Excited or amused.


Example: The surprise party titillated her with excitement.

144. Reiterated: Said again.

Example: He reiterated his idea to make it clear.

145. Scintillated: Sparkled or shined.

Example: Her dress scintillated under the lights.

146. Enthralled: Completely interested or captivated.

Example: The kids were enthralled by the magician’s tricks.

147. Striated: Marked with stripes or lines.

Example: The rock was striated with different colors.

148. Recombinant: Created by combining things together.

Example: The scientists worked with recombinant cells

149. Coerced: Forced someone to do something.

Example: He was coerced into signing the document.

150. Proclaimed: Announced or declared loudly.

Example: The king proclaimed the new law to the crowd.

151. Sanctioned: Approved or allowed something.


Example: The new policy was sanctioned by the committee.

152. Solicited: Asked for or tried to get something.

Example: He solicited donations for the charity.

153. Obstinate: Stubborn or refusing to change.

Example: He was obstinate and didn’t want to listen to anyone.

154. Dutiful: Doing what is expected.

Example: She was dutiful and helped her parents without being asked.

155. Generic: Not specific, general.

Example: He bought a generic shirt because it was cheaper.

156. Commendable: Deserving praise.

Example: Her efforts to help others were commendable.

157. Galling: Annoying or irritating.

Example: The constant noise was galling and hard to ignore.

158. Reprimand: To tell someone they did something wrong.

Example: The manager reprimanded the employee for being late.

159. Upbraid: To scold or criticize.

Example: She upbraided her brother for breaking the vase.

160. Winnow: To remove unwanted things.

Example: The farmer winnowed the rice to get rid of the dust.

161. Extol: To praise or speak highly of.

Example: She extolled his kindness in front of the whole class.

162. Predilection: A liking or preference for something.

Example: She has a predilection for chocolate ice cream.


163. Excursion: A short trip or journey.

Example: We went on an excursion to the beach last weekend.

164. Infusion: The process of mixing something into something else, often to add flavor
or strength.

Example: The tea had an infusion of lemon for extra taste.

165. Prevalent: Common or widespread.

Example: Flu is prevalent during the winter season.

166. Imposing: Impressive or grand in appearance.

Example: The imposing castle stood tall on the hill.

167. Emphatic: Expressed with strong feeling or emphasis.

Example: She gave an emphatic "no" when asked to stay late.

168. Quaint: Old-fashioned and charming.

Example: The quaint cottage had a lovely garden.

169. Fastidious: Very careful about details.

Example: She was fastidious about her homework.

170. Clandestine: Secret or hidden.

Example: They had a clandestine meeting to plan the surprise.

171. Laconic: Using few words.

Example: He gave a laconic answer: "No."

172. Fetid: Stinky or smelly.

Example: The fetid smell from the trash was awful.

173. Itinerant: Traveling from place to place.

Example: The itinerant salesman moves from town to town.

174. Enterprising: Willing to try new things.


Example: She is enterprising and started her own business.

175. Chivalrous: Being kind and respectful, especially to women.

Example: He was chivalrous and always helped his grandmother.

176. Impressionable: Easily influenced by others.

Example: She was impressionable and followed her friends' ideas.

177. Conspiratorial: Secretive, like plotting something.

Example: They had a conspiratorial whisper during class.

178. Jaundiced: Having a negative or unfair view.

Example: He was jaundiced about friendships after being betrayed.

179. Nefarious: Very evil.

Example: The criminal had a nefarious plan.

180. Stereotypical: A simple, common idea about a group.

Example: It’s stereotypical to think all scientists wear glasses.

181. Sentimental: Having strong feelings, especially about the past.

Example: She felt sentimental when she found her old toys.

182.Maudlin: Overly emotional, often in a sad way.

Example: He got maudlin after watching a sad movie and couldn't stop crying.

183. Precarious: Risky or unstable, possibly dangerous.

Example: They climbed a precarious path along the cliff.

184. Plausible: Believable or reasonable.

Example: Her excuse for being late sounded plausible.

185. Acquitted: Found not guilty of a crime.

Example: The court acquitted him of all charges.


186. Tenuous: Weak or uncertain.

Example: His argument was tenuous and didn’t convince anyone.

187. Complicit: Involved in wrongdoing by helping or allowing it.

Example: He was complicit in the plan because he didn't stop it.

188. Nullified: Made void or canceled out.

Example: The contract was nullified after both sides disagreed.

189. Inversion: Reversing or flipping something.

Example: The inversion of colors made the picture look unique.

190. Premonition: A feeling that something, usually bad, will happen.

Example: She had a premonition that she’d miss her flight.

191. Subversion: Trying to weaken or overthrow a system or authority.

Example: They were planning subversion by spreading rumors to weaken trust in the
government.

192. Insurgence: An uprising or rebellion.

Example: The group started an insurgence against the leaders.

193. Malevolence: Wanting to harm others.

Example: He showed malevolence by trying to hurt his enemies.

194. Declamation: Speaking loudly and with feeling.

Example: His declamation during the speech got everyone's attention.

195. Usury: Charging very high interest on a loan.

Example: Usury is illegal in many places because it takes advantage of people who
need money.

196. Novice: A beginner at something.

Example: He’s a novice at playing the piano but is learning quickly.


197. Kleptomania: A strong urge to steal things, even without needing them.

Example: Kleptomania caused her to take small items without thinking.

198. Flagrancy: Doing something bad in an obvious or shocking way.

Example: The flagrancy of his lies surprised everyone.

199. Impertinent: Rude or disrespectful.

Example: His impertinent comments annoyed everyone in the meeting.

200. Supplicant: Someone who humbly asks or begs for something.

Example: The supplicant asked for help with sincere humility.

201. Preeminent: The best or most important in a group.

Example: She is a preeminent scientist in her field.

202. Kaleidoscopic: Full of constantly changing colors or patterns.

Example: The city lights were kaleidoscopic at night.

203. Hirsute: Having a lot of hair.

Example: He had a hirsute chest, covered in thick hair.

204. Plaintive: Expressing sadness or sorrow.

Example: She gave a plaintive cry when she heard the bad news.

205. Deciduous: Trees or plants that lose their leaves each year.

Example: The deciduous trees in the park lose their leaves in the fall.

206. Votive: Given as a vow or in thanks.

Example: She left a votive candle at the shrine as a gesture of thanks.

207. Indispensable: Absolutely necessary or essential.

Example: A good education is indispensable for a successful career.

208. Commensurate: Equal in size, amount, or degree.


Example: His salary is commensurate with his experience and responsibilities.

209. Propulsive: Having the ability to push or drive forward.

Example: The rocket’s propulsive force sent it into space.

210. ABASH (uh BASH) v to make ashamed; to embarrass

211. ABATE (uh BAYT) v to subside; to reduce

212. ABERRATION (ab uh RAY shun) n something not typical; a de vi a tion from the
standard

213. ABHOR (ab HOR) v to hate very, very much; to detest

214. ABJECT (AB jekt) adj hopeless; extremely sad and servile;

215. ABNEGATE (AB nuh gayt) v to deny oneself things; to re ject; to renounce

216. ABORTIVE (uh BOR tiv) adj unsuccessful

217. ABRIDGE (uh BRIJ) v to shorten; to condense

218. ABSOLUTE (AB suh loot) adj total; unlimited

219. ABSOLVE (ab ZOLV) v to forgive or free from blame; to free from sin; to free from
an obligation

220. ABSTINENT (AB stuh nunt) adj abstaining; voluntarily not doing something, es pe
cial ly something pleasant that is bad for you or has a bad rep u ta tion

221. ABSTRACT (AB strakt) adj theoretical; impersonal

222. ABSTRUSE (ab STROOS) adj hard to understand

223. ABYSMAL (uh BIZ mul) adj extremely hopeless or wretched; bottomless

224. ACCOLADE (AK uh layd) n an award; an honor

225. ACCOST (uh KAWST) v to approach and speak to someone aggressively

226. ACERBIC (uh SUR bik) adj sour; severe; like acid in temper, mood, or tone

227. ACQUIESCE (ak wee ES) v to comply passively; to accept; to as sent; to agree

228. ACRID (AK rid) adj harshly pungent; bitter


229. ACRIMONIOUS (ak ruh MOH nee us) adj full of spite; bitter; nasty

230. ACUMEN (AK yoo mun) n keenness of judgment; mental sharpness

231. ACUTE (uh KYOOT) adj sharp; shrewd

232. ADAMANT (AD uh munt) adj stubborn; unyielding; completely inflexible

233. ADDRESS (uh DRES) v to speak to; to direct one’s attention to

234. ADHERENT (ad HEER unt) n follower; supporter; believer

235. ADMONISH (ad MAHN ish) v to scold gently; to warn

236. ADROIT (uh DROYT) adj skillful; dexterous; clever; shrewd; socially at ease

237. ADULATION (aj uh LAY shun) n wild or excessive admiration; flattery

238. ADULTERATE (uh DUL tuh rayt) v to contaminate; to make impure

239. ADVERSE (ad VURS) adj unfavorable; antagonistic

240. AFFABLE (AF uh bul) adj easy to talk to; friendly

241. AFFECTATION (af ek TAY shun) n unnatural or artificial behavior, usually intended
to impress

242. AFFINITY (uh FIN uh tee) n sympathy; attraction; kinship; similarity

243. AFFLUENT (AF loo unt) adj rich; prosperous

244. AGENDA (uh JEN duh) n program; the things to be done

245. AGNOSTIC (ag NAHS tik) n one who believes that the existence of a god can be
neither proven nor disproven

246. AGRARIAN (uh GRAR ee un) adj relating to land; relating to the management or
farming of land

247. ALACRITY (uh LAK ri tee) n cheerful eagerness or readiness to respond

248. ALLEGE (uh LEJ) v to assert without proof

249. ALLEVIATE (uh LEE vee ayt) v to relieve, usually temporary or in completely; to
make bearable; to lessen
250. ALLUSION (uh LOO zhun) n an indirect reference (often to a literary work); a hint

251. ALOOF (uh LOOF) adj uninvolved; standing off; keeping one’s distance

252. Brooding - Thinking seriously and looking worried.


Example: He sat by himself, brooding about his problems.

253. Ogling - Staring at something with a lot of interest.

Example: She caught him ogling the new sports car in the showroom.

254.Meandering - Walking around without a clear purpose or path.

Example: They spent the afternoon meandering through the park.

255.Embellishing - Adding extra details to make something sound better than it is.

Example: He embellished his story to make it more exciting.

256. Groveling - Acting overly humble or begging to please someone.

Example: He was groveling to his boss, hoping for forgiveness.

257. Salvaged - Saved something from being ruined.

Example: They salvaged what they could after the flood.

258. Circulated - Moved or spread around.

Example: The rumor circulated through the class.

259. Riddled - Full of holes or problems.

Example: The old sweater was riddled with holes.

260. Emulated - Copied someone you admire.

Example: He emulated his teacher’s way of speaking.

261. Congregated - Gathered together in one place.

Example: The crowd congregated at the concert.

262. Derogatory - Negative or insulting.

Example: She made a derogatory comment that hurt his feelings.


263. Capricious - Changing often, unpredictable.

Example: The weather is capricious; it changes suddenly.

264. Objurgating - Strongly scolding or criticizing.

Example: The teacher was objurgating the student for not doing their homework.

265. Eradicating - Completely removing or destroying something.


Example: They are focused on eradicating the disease.

266. Undulating - Moving in a smooth, wave-like motion.

Example: The field of grass was undulating in the wind.

267. Dissipating - Gradually disappearing or spreading out.

Example: The fog was dissipating as the sun came up.

268. Disengage - To separate or disconnect from something.

Example: He tried to disengage from the conversation and leave.

269. Negate - To cancel out or make something ineffective.

Example: The new evidence could negate the previous claims.

270.Capitulate - To give up or surrender.

Example: The team had to capitulate after a long game.

271. Teem - To be very full of something.


Example: The pond teems with fish during summer.

272. Wrangle - To argue or fight.

Example: They wrangled over who would do the chores

273. Irresolute - Unsure or unable to make a decision.

Example: She felt irresolute about which job to choose.

274. Parietal - Related to walls of the body or skull.

Example: The parietal bone is on the side of the skull.


275. Peremptory - Very forceful or commanding.

Example: She gave a peremptory order to be quiet.

276. Injurious - Causing harm or damage.

Example: Smoking is injurious to health.

277. Insolvent - Unable to pay debts or bills.

Example: The company went insolvent after losing money for years.

278. Recusant - Someone who refuses to follow rules.

Example: He was known as a recusant for not obeying orders.

279. Monotonous - Boring and the same over and over.

Example: The task was monotonous and felt endless.

280. Coherent - Clear and easy to understand.

Example: Her speech was coherent and made sense.

281. Redolent - Strong-smelling and reminding of something.

Example: The air was redolent of fresh flowers.

282. Wiry - Thin and strong, like wire.

Example: She had a wiry build and could run fast.

283. Frolicsome - Full of playful energy.

Example: The frolicsome puppy ran around the yard.

284. Pretentious - Trying to seem more important or better than others.

Example: He gave a pretentious speech about his accomplishments.

285. Endemic - Common or natural to a specific place or group.


Example: Malaria is endemic in some tropical countries.

289. Underrated - Not getting enough praise.

Example: The book is underrated; it's really good.


290. Berated - To angrily criticize someone.

Example: The teacher berated the student for not doing the work.

291. Placated - To calm someone down.

Example: He placated her with a nice gift.

292. Dissuaded - To convince someone not to do something.

Example: She was dissuaded from quitting her job.

293. Interred - To bury a dead body.

Example: The dog was interred in the backyard.

294. Buffoon - A silly or foolish person.

Example: He looked like a buffoon trying to dance.

295. Plebian - A common person.

Example: The plebian had simple tastes.

296. Wraith - A ghost or spirit.


Example: The wraith appeared in the dark room.

297. Osteopathic - Related to the treatment of the body, especially bones and muscles.

Example: He saw an osteopathic doctor for his back pain.

298. Decorous - Polite and proper.

Example: She was decorous at the party, always polite.

299.Surreptitious - Secret or hidden.


Example: He took a surreptitious look at his phone during the meeting.

300. Erratic - Unpredictable or not steady.

Example: His erratic actions confused everyone.

301. Flamboyant - Bright and attention-getting.

Example: His flamboyant outfit stood out at the party.


302. Appalling - Very bad or shocking.
Example: The appalling noise made everyone cover their ears.

303. Devious - Tricky or dishonest.

Example: He took a devious way to win the game.

304. Pristine - Clean and new.

Example: The room looked pristine after the cleaning.

305. Fiery - Full of strong feelings or intense.


Example: They had a fiery argument about the movie.

306. Jaunty - Lively, cheerful, and full of energy.

Example: She walked with a jaunty step, smiling all the way.

307. Tranquil - Calm and peaceful.

Example: The lake was tranquil in the early morning.

308. Fanatical - Very obsessed or excited about something.

Example: He is fanatical about soccer.

309. Recessive - Less noticeable or hidden.

Example: The recessive color didn't show in the flowers.

310. Contemplative - Thinking deeply.

Example: He was in a contemplative mood, lost in thought.

311. Lackluster: Dull or not exciting.

● Example: The movie was lackluster, and I almost fell asleep during it.

312. Engrossed: Very focused or involved in something.

● Example: She was so engrossed in her book that she didn’t hear the phone ring.

313. Penitent: Feeling sorry for doing something wrong.

● Example: After breaking the vase, he felt penitent and apologized to his mother.
314. Litigious: Ready to go to court or take legal action.

● Example: The company is so litigious that they sue people over the smallest
issues.

315. Obsolete: No longer used or needed.

● Example: The old phone is obsolete because of newer models.

316. Infallible: Never making mistakes.

● Example: She is infallible when it comes to solving math problems.

317. Formative: Important for shaping something.

● Example: The first few years were formative in his life.

318. Mawkish: Too emotional in a way that seems silly.

● Example: The movie was so mawkish that I didn’t enjoy it.

319. Senile: Forgetful because of old age.

● Example: He is getting senile and often forgets where he put things.

320. Trivialize: To make something seem less important.

● Example: Don’t trivialize her hard work; it matters a lot.

321, Charismatic: Very likable or charming.

● Example: The teacher was so charismatic that everyone enjoyed the class.

322. Boastful: Always bragging about yourself.

● Example: He was boastful about how fast he can run.

323. Acclamation: Loud praise or cheering.

● Example: The team got acclamation after winning the match.

324. Conviction: A strong belief or being found guilty.

● Example 1 (belief): She spoke with conviction about saving the environment.
● Example 2 (guilt): He faced conviction for stealing.
325. Juncture: A point in time or place.

● Example: At this juncture, we must decide to move forward or stop.

326. Enigma: A mystery or puzzle.

● Example: The magician’s trick was an enigma no one could solve.

327. Revelation: A surprising discovery.

● Example: It was a revelation to learn how the trick was done.

328. ALTRUISM (AL troo iz um) n selflessness; generosity; devotion to the interests of
others

329. AMBIENCE - atmosphere; mood; feeling

330. AMBIGUOUS– unclear in meaning; confusing; capable of being interpreted in


different ways

331. AMBIVALENT- undecided; having opposed feelings simultaneously

332. AMELIORATE - to make it better or more tolerable.

333. AMENABLE- obedient; willing to give in to the wishes of another; agreeable

334. AMENITY- pleasantness; attractive or comfortable feature

335. AMIABLE- friendly; agreeable

336. AMNESTY- an official pardon for a group of people who have violated a law or
policy

337. AMORAL- lacking a sense of right and wrong

338. AMOROUS- feeling loving, especially in a sexual sense; in love; relating to love

339. AMORPHOUS- shapeless; without a regular or stable shape; bloblike

340. ANALOGY- comparison of one thing to another; similarity

341. ANARCHY- absence of government or control; law less ness; disorder

342. ANGUISH- agonizing physical or mental pain

343. ANOMALY- aberration; an irregularity; a deviation


344. ANTIPATHY- firm dislike; a dislike

345. ANTITHESIS- the direct opposite

346. APATHY- lack of interest; lack of feeling

347. APOTHEOSIS- the perfect example of something

348. APPEASE- to soothe; to pacify by giving in to

349. APPREHENSIVE- worried; anxious

350. APPROBATION - approval; praise

351. APPROPRIATE- to take without permission; to set aside for a particular use

352. ARBITER- one who decides; a judge

353. ARBITRARY- random; capricious

354. ARCANE - mysterious; known only to a select few

355. ARCHAIC - extremely old; ancient; outdated

356. ARCHETYPE- an original model or pattern

357. ARDENT- passionate; enthusiastic

358.ARDUOUS- hard; difficult

359. ARTFUL- crafty; wily; sly

360. ARTIFICE- a clever trick; cunning

361. ASCENDANCY- supremacy; domination

362. Ascetic: Someone who lives very simply and avoids comfort.

● Example: The monk was ascetic and only ate plain food.

363. ASSIDUOUS- hardworking; busy; quite diligent

364. ASSUAGE- to soothe; to pacify; to ease the pain of; to relieve

365. ASTUTE- shrewd; keen in judgment


366. Attrition: Slowly losing strength, people, or things over time.

● Example: The company faced attrition as many employees left each year.

367. AUDACITY- boldness; reckless daring; impertinence

368. AUGMENT- to make bigger; to add to; to increase

369. AUSPICIOUS- favorable; promising; pointing to a good result

370. Austere: Simple, without any decoration or comfort; strict.

● Example: The teacher’s austere appearance made the students nervous.

371.AUTONOMOUS- acting independently

372. AVARICE- greed; excessive love of riches

373.AVOW- to claim; to declare boldly; to admit

374. AVUNCULAR - a nice uncle

375. AWRY- off course; twisted to one side

376. AXIOM- a self-evident rule or truth; a widely accepted saying

377. "Zealous"- means being very eager or excited about something.

Example:
She is a zealous supporter of animal rights and always volunteers at the animal shelter.

378. Wistful"- means feeling sad or wanting something you can't have.

Example:
She felt wistful when she saw her old toys.

379. Willful-" means determined to do what you want, even if it is wrong or against
advice.

Example:
The willful child refused to eat her vegetables.

380. Wanton" means being careless or doing something without thinking about the
harm.
Example:
He made wanton noise in the library, disturbing everyone.

381. Volition"- means the act of making a choice or decision on your own.

Example:
She left the party of her own volition, not because anyone asked her to.

382. VOCIFEROUS- loud; noisy

383. VOCATION- an occupation; a job

384. VITRIOLIC- caustic; full of bitterness

385. VITIATE- to make impure; to pollute

386. VIRULENT- extremely poisonous; malignant; full of hate

387. VIRTUOSO- a masterful musician; a masterful prac ti tio ner in some other field

388. VINDICTIVE- seeking revenge

389. "Vindicate"- to clear someone of blame or prove that they were right.

Example:
The new evidence helped to vindicate the suspect, showing he was innocent.

390. "Vilify - to say or write bad things about someone.

Example:
She was unfairly vilified for something she didn’t do.

391. Vicarious"- feeling something through someone else's experience.

Example:
He felt vicarious excitement watching his team win.

392. VIABLE- capable of living; workable

393. Vex" means to annoy or upset someone.

Example:
The constant noise from the construction site began to vex the neighbors.
394. VESTIGE- remaining bit of something; a last trace

395. Verisimilitude"- the appearance of being true or real.

Example:
The movie’s special effects added a sense of verisimilitude, making the fantasy world
feel real.

396. VERACITY- truthfulness

397. Venerate" - to respect or honor someone or something deeply.

Example:
People venerate the teacher for her wisdom and kindness.

398. "Venal" - willing to do something dishonest or corrupt for money.

Example:
The venal officer accepted bribes to overlook the crime.

399. Vehement" -showing strong feelings or opinions.

Example:
He was vehement in his argument about the new rules.

400. VAPID- without liveliness; dull; spiritless

401. Vacillate"- to be unsure and keep changing your mind.

Example:
She vacillated between going to the party or staying home

402. Protracted: Something that lasts a long time.

● Example: The meeting was protracted, lasting for over three hours.

403. Exalted: Praised or in a high position.

● Example: The hero was exalted for his bravery during the war.

404.Engendered: Caused or created.

● Example: His actions engendered a sense of trust among the team.

405. Coveted: Wanted or desired, especially something hard to get.


● Example: The trophy was highly coveted by all the players.

406. Filibustered: Delayed or stopped progress by speaking for a long time.

● Example: The senator filibustered to stop the vote on the new law.

407.Terrariums: Small glass boxes for plants or small animals.

● Example: She has a terrarium with little plants inside.

408. Neoprene: A type of stretchy rubber used in things like wetsuits.

● Example: His wetsuit is made from neoprene.

409. Jurisdictions: Areas where a law or authority is in charge.

● Example: The police have control over this jurisdiction.

410. Ravines: Deep, narrow valleys.

● Example: The river flows through a ravine.

411. Belfries: Towers where bells are kept.

○ Example: The church has a tall belfry.

412. Staid: Serious, calm, or boring.

● Example: His staid attitude made him unpopular at parties.

413. Stagnant: Not moving or changing; dull.

● Example: The water in the pond was stagnant, with no fish swimming in it.

414. Sterile: Clean and free from germs, or unable to produce children.

● Example: The hospital room was sterile to prevent infections.

415. Dogmatic: Stubbornly believing that something is absolutely true without


considering other opinions.

○ Example: His dogmatic views on politics made it hard to have a calm


discussion.

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