UNIT 10 Vocab AP-LANG

Abrogate

To repeal or do away with a law, right, or formal agreement. The ministry decided to abrogate the outdated treaty to allow for new trade regulations.

Antebellum

Occurring or existing before a particular war, especially the American Civil War. The tour focused on the architecture of antebellum mansions in the Southern United States.

Bicameral

Having two branches or chambers, typically referring to a legislative body. The United States Congress is a bicameral legislature consisting of the Senate and the House of Representatives.

Categorical

Unambiguously explicit and direct; absolute and without exceptions. The governor issued a categorical denial regarding the rumors of his early retirement.

Constabulary

An organized body of constables or police officers for a particular district. The local constabulary increased patrols during the busy holiday festival.

Debauch

To destroy or corrupt the moral purity of; to seduce. Some critics argued that the decadent lifestyle of the city would debauch the innocent youth.

Demographic

A particular sector of a population, often defined by age, income, or education. The tech company is shifting its marketing strategy to appeal to a younger demographic.

Dole

Benefit paid by the state to the unemployed; a portion of money or food given in charity. During the economic crisis, many families relied on the government dole to pay for groceries.

Enunciation

The act of pronouncing words clearly and distinctly. The actor’s perfect enunciation ensured that even the back row of the theater heard every line.

Homogeneity

The quality or state of being all of the same or a similar kind or nature. The neighborhood was known for its cultural homogeneity, as most residents shared the same heritage.

Impost

A tax, tribute, or duty, especially one levied on imported goods. The high impost on luxury cars made it difficult for small dealerships to turn a profit.

Inordinate

Unusually or disproportionately large; excessive. He spent an inordinate amount of time scrolling through his phone instead of studying.

Mandate

An official order or commission to do something. The new safety mandate required all employees to wear protective gear at all times.

Paternal

Of or appropriate to a father; showing kindness and care associated with a father. He felt a strong paternal instinct to protect his younger siblings from any harm.

Precipitate

To cause an event or situation, typically one that is bad or undesirable, to happen suddenly or unexpectedly. The sudden rise in oil prices could precipitate a global economic downturn.

Recrimination

An accusation in response to one from someone else; counter-charges. After the project failed, the meeting dissolved into a series of bitter recriminations among the staff.

Repudiate

To refuse to accept or be associated with; to deny the truth or validity of. The candidate was quick to repudiate the controversial statements made by his campaign manager.

Shanty

A small, crudely built shack or dwelling. The traveler found temporary shelter in a small wooden shanty near the edge of the woods.

Temper

To serve as a neutralizing or moderating force to something. The chef decided to temper the heat of the chili with a dollop of cool sour cream.

Ultimatum

A final demand or statement of terms, the rejection of which will result in retaliation or a breakdown in relations. The landlord issued an ultimatum pay the overdue rent by Friday or face eviction.