Vocabulary List of Advanced English Words

Benvolent

Characterized by kindness and goodwill.

Cynical

Distrustful of human sincerity or integrity.

Ensconced

Settled securely or snugly in a place.

Preliminary

Initial stage before the main event or action.

Tyranny

Cruel and oppressive government rule.

Apathy

Lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern.

Nimble

Quick and light in movement or action.

Predominant

Most common or powerful in a situation.

Unanimous

In complete agreement among all parties.

Vivacious

Attractively lively and animated.

Humble

Having a modest opinion of one's importance.

Obsinate

Stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion.

Indefatigable

Persisting tirelessly; incapable of being fatigued.

Principle

A fundamental truth or proposition serving as foundation.

Maxim

A brief statement expressing a general truth.

Contemptible

Deserving contempt; despicable or deservingly scorned.

Ignominious

Deserving or causing public disgrace or shame.

Injustice

Lack of fairness or justice.

Irrepressible

unable to be controlled or restrained.

Shrewd

Having sharp powers of judgment; astute.