Junior English Vocab 2

amulet (n)

an object to bring luck or protect against evil or injury; charm

An ________ is often carried or worn for protection or good fortune.

capricious (adj)

characterized by or subject to sudden, unpredictable changes; fickle

The weather in spring can be quite ________, changing from sunny to rainy in a matter of minutes.

fatalism (n)

the belief that all events are determined in advance by fate and cannot be changed by human means

_________ is the philosophical doctrine that suggests all events are predetermined and inevitable.

incantation (n)

a set of words spoken as a magic charm or to cast a magic spell

An ________ is often recited to bring about a desired magical outcome or to influence events.

propitious (adj)

presenting favorable circumstance; auspicious; advantageous

The weather was particularly ________ for the outdoor wedding, ensuring a beautiful day for the couple.

providential (adj)

resulting from or seeming to result from divine will; fortunate; opportune

quirk (n)

a peculiarity of behavior; mannerism; idiosyncrasy

A ______ is a distinctive feature or behavior that sets someone apart from the norm.

serendipity (n)

the ability to make valuable discoveries by chance; luck

The scientist experienced ________ when she accidentally discovered a new antibiotic while researching something entirely different.

vagary (n)

a wild or unpredictable notion or action; odd fancy

A sudden change in plans due to a _______ can often lead to unexpected adventures.

vicissitude (n)

one of the sudden or unexpected changes or shifts often encountered in one’s life, activities, or surroundings

The unexpected ________ in her career made her reconsider her future plans.