English Vocab Words

Decolonization

The process of a state withdrawing from a former colony, leaving it independent.

Formidable

Inspiring fear or respect through being impressively large, powerful, or intense.

Strife

Angry or bitter disagreement over fundamental issues; conflict.

Anticipate

Regard as probable; expect or predict.

Postcolonialism

The study of the cultural, political, and economic legacy of colonialism.

Chasm

A profound difference between people, viewpoints, or feelings; a deep fissure.

Diaphanous

Light, delicate, and translucent (especially of fabric).

Expanse

A wide, continuous area of something, especially land or water.

Postmodernism

questioning rules, truths, and traditions, while accepting many viewpoints and interpretations.

Enormous

Very large in size, quantity, or extent.

Abstract

Existing in thought or as an idea but not having a physical or concrete existence.

Delay

A period of time by which something is late or postponed.

Insurrection

A violent uprising against an authority or government.

Polarize

Divide or cause to divide into two sharply contrasting groups or sets of opinions.

Wont

Accustomed or used to doing something (noun: one's customary behavior).

Abstain

Formally decline to vote either for or against a proposal; restrain oneself.

Clemency

Mercy; leniency (especially given by a judge or ruler).

Prudence

Cautiousness; wisdom and good judgment in practical affairs.

Revere

Feel deep respect or admiration for something or someone.

Temperate

Showing moderation or self-restraint; mild (climate).