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English IV
what is the definition of eminent?
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(adjective) respected and distinguished in a particular area
ex. He was often called the most eminent surgeon in the hospital for his ground-breaking surgical techniques.
what is the definition of stealthy?
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(adjective) acting in a cautious and surreptitious way
ex. The thief successfully made a stealthy escape from the bank with thousands of dollars in hand.
what is the definition of affinity?
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(noun) spontaneous or natural liking or sympathy
ex. They had an affinity for each other, making us suspect that they would eventually marry each other.
what is the definition of fathom?
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(noun) a unit of length equal to 6 feet; (verb) to understand deeply, to measure the depth of something
ex. He became an astronomer because he loved to fathom the wonders of planets and stars.
what is the definition of kindred?
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(adjective) similar in kind, related
ex. She was a kindred soul whom he grew up with; naturally, they had fallen in love.
what is the definition of ephemeral?
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(adjective) lasting or used for a very short time
ex. The ephemeral nature of dreams makes them hard to remember and interpert.
what is the definition of countenance?
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(noun) a person’s face or facial expression
ex. Although he apologized, it was obvious from his countenance that his words were insincere.
what is the definition of elixir?
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(noun) a magical or medicinal potion
ex. The witch concocted an elixir of eternal youth so she could live forever.
what is the definition of ardent?
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(adjective) very enthusiastic or passionate
ex. An ardent nature lover, she plans hiking trips at least once a week.
what is the definition of edify?
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(verb) to instruct or improve morally or intellectually
ex. Young children are advised to read edifying books to improve their mind and vocabulary.
what is the definition of fastidious?
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(adjective) very attentive to accuracy and detail
ex. His paintings were known to be unbelievably fastidious; they always looked like photographs plastered on canvases.
what is the definition of denomination?
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(noun) a recognized autonomous branch of a church or religion (e.g. Catholicism, Judaism, Sikh, Islam, etc.)
ex. After weeks of attending Catholic, Baptist, and Lutheran churches, she finally decided her new denomination would be Presbyterian.
what is the definition of blasé?
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(adjective) unimpressed with or indifferent to because of overfamiliarity
ex. She’s never blasé; she’s always full of amazement and excitement.
what is the definition of dissonant?
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(adjective) lacking harmony; unsuitable in combination; clashing
ex. The dissonant colors of the painting clashed with the room’s decor.
what is the definition of poise?
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(noun) graceful and elegant bearing; composure and dignity of manner
ex. The ballet dancer had the grace, poise, and elegance of an angel.
what is the definition of gregarious?
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(adjective) fond of company, sociable
ex. Joe, being gregarious, was always the life of the party.
what is the definition of myopic?
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(adjective) near-sighted; lacking foresight
ex. When I don’t wear my glasses, my eyesight is greatly limited by myopia.
what is the definition of intrinsic?
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(adjective) belonging naturally, essential
ex. While the painting had no real financial value, it had a ton of intrinsic value to her because her late father had painted it.
what is the definition of importunate?
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(adjective) persistent or pressing
ex. The importunate woman must of called the waiter to her table at least ten times within the last five minutes.
what is the definition of prolific?
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(adjective) producing many offspring or fruit; producing many works (artist)
ex. In the spring, the flowers in our yard are prolific producers of pollen.
what is the definition of vertigo?
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(noun) dizziness, a sense of whirling and loss of balance, often caused by disease affecting the inner ear
ex. If you have vertigo, it feels as if the whole room is spinning around you.
what is the definition of inter-textuality?
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(noun) the relationship between texts
ex. The artist’s painting was filled with inter-textuality, referencing many of Da Vinci’s famous works.
what is the definition of ostentatious?
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(adjective) characterized by pretentious or showy display, designed to impress
ex. She showily waved her hand about, ostentatiously displaying her 20-carat diamond.
what is the definition of inscrutable?
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(adjective) impossible to understand or interpret
ex. It was 2 in the morning when he wrote the letter; he was so tired, the writing was nearly inscrutable.
what is the definition of allusion?
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(noun) an indirect or implicit reference
ex. The author made a clever allusion to Greek mythology in her novel.
what is the definition of stream of consciousness?
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(noun) a person/character’s thoughts and reactions to events, perceived as a continuous flow
ex. Rain trickled down the window as my mind wandered in a stream of consciousness, pondering past memories.
what is the definition of omnipresent?
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(adjective) present everywhere at the same time
ex. The soccer coach described his star player as being omnipresent, all over the field at once.
what is the definition of labyrinth?
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(noun) a complicated, irregular network of passages or paths, an intricate and confusing arrangement
ex. Exploring the old castle felt like navigating a labyrinth; there were hidden passages every turn.
what is the definition of ubiquitous?
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(adjective) present or appearing or found everywhere
ex. Nowadays, cell phones are ubiquitous in our daily lives; it is the main form of communication.
what is the definition of visceral?
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(adjective) relating to deep inner feelings rather than to intellect
ex. Rollercoasters are a visceral experience; my heart races with every drop and turn.
what is the definition of amiable?
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(adjective) friendly and pleasant in manner
ex. My neighbor is an amiable old man who kindly brings over homemade banana bread for my family every few months.
what is the definition of hinder?
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(verb) to make it difficult for someone to do something or for something to happen
ex. An ankle injury will greatly hinder your ability to play basketball.
what is the definition of steadfast?
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(adjective) resolutely or dutifully firm and unwavering
ex. Even though he knew of his wife’s affairs, he refused to leave her because of his steadfast, loyal love.
what is the definition of ascetic?
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(adjective) characterized by the practice of severe self-discipline
ex. A monk is an ascetic person who deprives himself of worldly pleasures.
what is the definition of tactless?
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(adjective) having or showing a lack of skill and sensitivity in dealing with others
ex. The bully’s tactless comment did nothing but insult the overweight actor’s appearance.
what is the definition of meager?
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(adjective) lacking in quantity and quality
ex. I had to get another job because I couldn’t pay my bills with my meager salary.
what is the definition of ravenous?
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(adjective) very hungry
ex. Joe was so ravenous that he completed the 4 lbs steak challenge at his local steakhouse; his hunger quickly disappeared.
what is the definition of figment?
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(noun) a thing believed to be real but existing only in the imagination
ex. My childhood imaginary friends were a figment of my imagination that disappeared as I got older.
what is the definition of Mea culpa?
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a Latin phrase meaning “by my fault”
ex. The magazine issued a Mea culpa after they cited the wrong statistics; they apologized with corrections.
what is the definition of machination?
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(noun) plots and schemes
ex. The robbers devised a clever machination to conduct a heist at the World Bank.
what is the definition of decorum?
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(noun) behavior in keeping with good taste and customs; etiquette
ex. Mark did not understand decorum at a formal dinner; he used the dessert fork to eat his salad.
what is the definition of gesture?
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(noun) a movement of part of the body, especially a hand or the head to express an idea or meaning
ex. The shrug is a gesture that usually means a person is unsure or does not care.
what is the definition of makeshift?
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(adj.) temporary and interim
ex. I used my backpack as a makeshift umbrella when it was pouring earlier; I arrived at my car only partially wet.
what is the definition of progenitor?
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(noun) an ancestor or parent; the originator of an artistic, political, or intellectual movement
ex. Ancient Greece is considered the progenitor of western society; much of the art and architecture nowadays originate from Greek ideas.
what is the definition of posthumous?
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(adj.) occurring, awarded or appearing after the death of the originator
ex. After the innocent man died in prison, new information surfaced, and the judge granted the poor man a posthumous pardon.
what is the definition of anorak?
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(noun) a weatherproof jacket, typically with a hood
ex. Joe packed an anorak and rain boots to keep his body dry during the hike.
what is the definition of subsist?
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(verb) to maintain or support oneself, especially at a minimal level
ex. After the hurricane, Mary had to subsist on canned beans and granola bars for 4 days.
what is the definition of Zeppelin?
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(noun) a large German dirigible airship of the early 20th century
ex. The Zepplin airships, used during WWI, looks similar to a blimp.
what is the definition of efface?
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(verb) to erase (a mark) from a surface; to make oneself appear insignificant or inconspicuous
ex. Alma’s mother attempted to efface her husband’s presence as a coping mechanism, throwing away everything that belonged to him.
what is the definition of giddy?
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(adj.) causing a sensation of whirling or excitable and frivolous
ex. The dog wagged her tail with giddy joy when she saw the raw beef bones; she jumped with joy, eagerly waiting to eat it.
what is the definition of vestigial?
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(adj.) forming a very small remnant of something was once greater or noticeable; having become functionless in the course of evolution
ex. The appendix in humans is considered vestigial because it no longer has a necessary function.
what is the definition of cursory?
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(adj.) hasty or not thorough
ex. After reading out loud, she realized she had missed an important detail in her initial cursory glance.
what is the definition of squall?
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(noun) a sudden or violent gust of wind or localized storm, especially one bringing snow, rain, or sleet
ex. During the storm, a powerful squall blew through, shaking the trees and rattling the windows.
what is the definition of felicity?
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(noun) complete happiness
ex. I watched as she danced with felicity, her joy radiating with every step.
what is the definition of dormant?
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(adj.) in or as if in a deep sleep; (in plants) alive but not growing
ex. The volcano had been dormant for centuries, but it recently erupted, destroying thousands of homes.
what is the definition of artifact?
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(noun) an object made by a human being
ex. The museum displayed an artifact from the Mayans, showcasing their intricate craftsmanship.
what is the definition of wistful?
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(adj.) having or showing a feeling of vague or regretful longing
ex. Looking into the sunset, she zoned out, wistfully longing for her childhood summers.
what is the definition of debut?
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(noun) a person’s first appearance in a capacity or a role; denotes the first recording or publication of a singer or writer
ex. I’m excited to support my friend at her art gallery debut; I think she will quickly gain popularity as a new painter.
what is the definition of composure?
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(noun) the state or feeling of being calm and composed
ex. Despite wanting to scream back, she maintained her composure and walked away.
what is the definition of indelible?
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(adj.) unable to be removed; unable to be forgotten
ex. Her performance left an indelible mark on her audience; many cried in awe and emotion.
