Vocabulary Power Plus (10) | Lesson 7

Transpose

(Verb) to change the order or place of, especially letters, words, or musical notes

Dilemma

(Noun) a choice between two unpleasant or difficult options

Sardonic

(Adjective) using mocking or scornful humor

Intern

(Noun) a student or recent graduate working as an apprentice while learning a job

Ambivalent

(Adjective) having opposing attitudes or feelings toward a person, thing, or idea; unable to decide

Destitute

(Adjective) extremely poor; lacking necessities like food and shelter

Demure

(Adjective) quiet and modest; reserved

Intrepid

(Adjective) without fear; brave

Affront

(Noun) an outrageous insult, often public

Erudite

(Adjective) scholarly; learned

Culmination

(Noun) The highest point of attainment; the end or climax.

Rend

(Verb) to tear apart violently

Demagogue

(Noun) a leader who appeals to citizens' emotions to obtain power

Concur

(Verb) to be of the same opinion; to agree with

Lobby

(Verb) to try to persuade officials to support or reject a cause