Vocabulary Definitions and Examples

Nefarious (Adj)

 Wicked, deprived, void of moral standards.

Example: The man employed a nefarious plan to get rid of his boss. his boss.

Piquant (Adj)

 Spicy, pungent, stimulating to mind or taste.

Example: Every piquant dish has food fit for a king.

Primordial (Adj)

 Developed during the very beginning of time; ancient, primitive.

Example: All the man could do after being injured was give a primordial grunt.

Propinquity (Noun)

Nearness in time and place or kinship.

Example: Because my classes are far apart, I walk from periods nine and ten in a propinquity of distance.

Substantive (Adj)

 Having a solid basis, considerable; having a lot.

Example: If the argument were substantive, then it would be valid enough to be used in court.

Unwonted (Adj)

Unusual, unexpected, uncommon, surprising.

Example: The detective was unwonted when he saw the new disturbing evidence regarding his case.

Utopia (Noun)

•  A visionary view of a perfect world; unrealistic.

• Example: Thorffin sought to settle in Vinland and create a utopia.

Verbiage (Noun)

Language that is wordy or descriptive.

Example: In an attempt to confuse the jury, the attorney started speaking a verbiage defense.

Verdant (Adj)

 Green in tint and color; immature, naive.

Example: He described his friend group as verdant but fun to be around.

Viscous (Adj)

Having a gluey quality; lacking in fluidity.

Example: After pouring the glaze on, the donut realized it was going to slow and was viscous.