English Final Vocabulary

Stupid words that we need to remember for the final for the worst teacher ever

Appurtenance

(n) an accessory or other item associated with a particular activity or style of living.

Pious

**(adj)** a person who is deeply religious and devoted to their faith, or someone who displays a strong sense of moral behavior and righteousness.

Aloof

(adj) that describes a person who is emotionally or physically distant, reserved, or uninvolved in social interactions.

Ecstasy

**(**n) that refers to an intense feeling of happiness or joy. It can also refer to a synthetic drug that produces feelings of euphoria and heightened sensory perception.

Incessant

**(adj)** Continuing without interruption or pause; ceaseless; unending.

Bawdy

**(adj)** refers to something that is humorously indecent or lewd in nature, often relating to sexual matters.

Curry (favor)

(v) that means to seek or gain favor by flattery or attention.

Synod

**(n)** A council or assembly of church officials and representatives convened to discuss and decide on matters of doctrine, faith, and discipline

Grate

**(v)** To reduce something into small pieces by rubbing it against a rough surface or using a tool with sharp-edged holes.

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Brevity

**(n)** refers to the quality of being brief or concise in speech or writing. It is the act of expressing something in a few words.

Duress

**(n)** refers to the use of force, threats, or coercion to compel someone to act against their will or judgment.

Instigate

**(v)** To bring about or initiate (an action or event); to provoke or incite (someone) to do something.

Primitive

**(adj)** refers to something that is original, basic, or ancient. It can also refer to a person or society that is considered to be uncivilized or underdeveloped.

Inchoate

**(adj)** refers to something that is not yet fully formed or developed, or something that is only in the beginning stages of development.

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Blunder

(n) that refers to a careless or stupid mistake.

Infamous

**(adj)** Well-known for some bad quality or deed; having a reputation of the worst kind.

Attain

**(v)** To achieve or reach a goal through effort or skill.

Unfettered

**(adj)** not restricted or limited; free from constraints

Credence

**(n)** refers to the belief or acceptance that something is true or valid. It can also mean the credibility or reliability of something or someone.

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Condone

(v) - accept and allow (behavior that is considered morally wrong or offensive to continue.

Omniscient

(adj) - knowing everything.

Cajole

(v) - persuade (someone) to do something by sustained coaxing or flattery.

Novice

(n) - a person new to or inexperienced in a field or situation.

Abate

(v) - (of something perceived as hostile, threatening, or negative) become less intense or widespread.

Infuriate

(v) make (someone) extremely angry and impatient.

Celebratory

(adj) used or intended to publicly acknowledge a significant or happy day or event.

Excoriate

(v) criticize severely

Contention

(n) heated disagreement.

Arid

(adj) lacking in interest, excitement, or meaning

Sublime

(adj) implies a sense of extraordinary beauty, excellence, or awe-inspiring qualities that evoke a deep emotional or intellectual response.