root examples 2

aptitude

aptitude

n- a natural talent or ability

inept

adj- without skill

junction

n- a point where two points are joined

subjugate

v- to conquer; to dominate completely

stringent

adj- severe; constricted; strict

abrasive

adj- harsh; rough

abscond

v- to leave quickly and secretly and hide oneself

abstemious

adj- sparing or moderate, especially in eating or drinking

discreet

adj- showing tact, respect, and restraint in speech or behavior

discern

v- to perceive; to detect differences

infringe

v- to go beyond set limits

suffrage

n- the right to vote, or the vote itself

superlative

adj- the highest; above the rest

superfluous

adj- beyond what is required; extra

concise

adj- saying or writing much in few words

absolve

v- to relieve of blame or obligation; to pardon a sin

resolute

adj- determined; unshakable

refute

v- to disprove or prove someone or something wrong

reiterate

v- to say over again

repartee

n- a quick, witty reply or a conservation characterized by witty remarks

reticent

adj- of silent nature; reserved in manner

ostensible

adj- given as an excuse to conceal the real reason

ostentacious

adj- showy; intended to impress people

auspicious

adj- showing signs that promise success

surveillance

n- supervision or close observation, especially of a suspected person

vigil

n- a period of keeping awake to keep watch or pray

vigilant

adj- watchful; on the lookout for danger

ad hoc

adj- for a specific purpose or situation

admonish

v- to scold gently but firmly or to warn/caution

rote

n or adj- by memory without thought of meaning

rotund

adj- plump, rounded