Edaccelerator almost whole VOCAB VIC SEHS

abet

To help someone do something wrong or bad (He was caught trying to abet the thief in his escape)

accommodation

A place where people stay or live, like a house or hotel (We needed to find suitable accommodation for our summer holiday)

accord

An agreement or harmony between people or groups (The two countries finally reached a peace accord after years of conflict)

adept

Being very skilled or good at doing something (She is very adept at playing the piano and has won many awards)

advantageous

Being helpful or useful in a situation (It would be advantageous to learn a second language for your future career)

adventure

An exciting or unusual experience that often involves exploring new places (Going on a safari was a grand adventure for the whole family)

advocate

To support or speak in favour of something or someone (The doctor likes to advocate for healthy eating habits in schools)

aeroplane

A vehicle that flies through the sky, carrying people or goods (We watched the aeroplane take off from the runway and disappear into the clouds)

agile

Able to move quickly and easily (The mountain goat was incredibly agile on the steep, rocky slopes)

allot

To give a certain amount of something to someone or for a purpose (The teacher will allot thirty minutes for everyone to finish the exam)

aloof

Someone who is not very friendly or keeps to themselves (He stood aloof from the crowd, preferring to watch the party from a distance)

alright

Feeling okay or satisfactory (She felt alright after taking a short nap in the afternoon)

amazement

A feeling of great surprise or wonder (The children watched the fireworks display in total amazement)

ambitious

Wanting to achieve a lot or be very successful (She has an ambitious plan to start her own business by next year)

amiss

When something is not right or is wrong (I knew something was amiss when I saw the front door was wide open)

analogy

A way to explain something by comparing it to something else that is similar (He used an analogy about a sports team to explain how the office works)

analyse

To look at something carefully to understand it better (The scientist will analyse the blood samples to find a cure)

anarchy

A situation where there is no order or control, often leading to confusion (Without a leader, the meeting quickly dissolved into complete anarchy)

antibiotic

A medicine used to fight harmful bacteria and make you feel better (The doctor prescribed an antibiotic to treat his ear infection)

anticipate

To expect something to happen and prepare for it (The fans anticipate a very exciting and close game tonight)

anticlimax

A moment when something exciting is expected but turns out to be less thrilling (The ending of the movie was a bit of an anticlimax after all the action)

anticlockwise

Moving in the opposite direction to the way the hands of a clock move (You need to turn the lid anticlockwise to open the jar)

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antics

Funny or silly actions that make people laugh (The puppy's antics kept the family entertained all afternoon)

antidote

A special medicine that stops the effects of poison or illness (The doctors worked quickly to find an antidote for the snake venom)

antifreeze

A liquid used to stop engines from freezing in cold weather (Make sure to put antifreeze in the car before the winter starts)

antiperspirant

A product used to stop or reduce sweating (He applied antiperspirant before going to the gym for his workout)

antiseptic

A substance used to stop germs from causing infections (She put some antiseptic on the cut to keep it clean and safe)

antisocial

Not wanting to be around other people or not liking to talk to them (Sometimes he feels antisocial and prefers to stay home alone)

antivenom

A special medicine used to treat bites or stings from dangerous animals (The hospital keeps antivenom in case someone is bitten by a local spider)

antivirus

A program that protects computers from harmful software (It is important to keep your antivirus software up to date)

anxious

Feeling worried or nervous about something that might happen (I felt very anxious while waiting for my exam results to be posted)

apprehend

To catch or arrest someone who is thought to have done something wrong (The police were able to apprehend the suspect just blocks away)

ardent

Having a lot of passion or enthusiasm for something (He is an ardent supporter of the local football team)

arrived

To reach a place after a journey or trip (The train finally arrived at the station after a long delay)

articulate

To express thoughts or ideas clearly and effectively (She is very articulate and always explains her ideas well in meetings)

ascendency

Having more power or influence over others (The small company gained ascendency in the market very quickly)

ascendent

Someone or something that is becoming more powerful or important (The young athlete is on an ascendent path toward the championship)

assail

To attack someone or something with force or words (The critics began to assail the new movie with harsh reviews)

assimilate

To understand and take in new information or ideas (It takes time to assimilate all the new rules when you start a new job)

athlete

A person who is skilled in sports or physical activities (The professional athlete trains for several hours every day to stay fit)

atrocious

Very bad or unpleasant (The weather was atrocious during our camping trip last weekend)

atrocity

A very cruel or terrible act that causes harm to people (The history book described a terrible atrocity that happened during the war)

attribute

A quality or feature that is part of someone or something (Patience is a very important attribute for a teacher to have)

audacious

Being very bold or daring, often in a surprising way (He made an audacious attempt to climb the mountain without safety gear)

augment

To make something larger or more complete by adding to it (She took a second job to augment her income and save for a car)

authority

The power or right to give orders or make decisions (The principal has the authority to change the school rules if needed)

autobiography

A book or story someone writes about their own life (I am currently reading a famous singer's autobiography)

autocorrect

A feature in devices that automatically fixes spelling mistakes (I didn't mean to send that word; it was a mistake by autocorrect)

autograph

A person's own handwriting, especially their signature (The fan waited in line for hours to get the actor's autograph)

automated

Something that works by itself using machines or computers (The factory uses an automated system to pack the boxes for shipping)

automatic

Working by itself without needing help from a person (The glass doors are automatic and open when you walk near them)

automobile

A vehicle with four wheels that people use to travel on roads (The first automobile ever made looked very different from modern cars)

autonomy

The ability to make your own choices and decisions (Students are given more autonomy as they move into higher grades)

autopilot

A system that controls a vehicle without needing a person to steer (The pilot turned on the autopilot once the plane was level)

autopsy

A careful examination of a body to find out why someone died (The coroner performed an autopsy to determine the cause of death)

avail

To make use of something or take advantage of it (You should avail yourself of the free tutoring offered at the library)

avid

Having a strong interest or enthusiasm for something (She is an avid reader who finishes a new book every single week)

awry

When something does not go as planned or is not in the right position (Our travel plans went awry when the flight was cancelled)

balmy

Describes weather that is pleasantly warm and gentle (It was a balmy evening, perfect for a long walk on the beach)

banquet

A large and special meal for many people, often for a celebration (The guests enjoyed a delicious banquet at the wedding reception)

banter

Playful and friendly conversation where people joke with each other (The two friends engaged in lighthearted banter during lunch)

barter

To trade goods or services without using money (In the past, people would often barter grain for cloth at the market)

benign

Kind and gentle, not harmful or dangerous (The growth turned out to be benign and was not a risk to his health)

binoculars

A tool with two lenses used to see things far away (She used her binoculars to get a better look at the rare bird)

bizarre

Something very strange or unusual (We saw some very bizarre costumes at the street parade)

blasé

Feeling bored or uninterested because something is very familiar (He has traveled so much that he is now blasé about luxury hotels)

bonanza

A situation where there is a large amount of something valuable (The discovery of the new oil field led to a financial bonanza)

bountiful

Having a lot of something, often in a generous way (The garden provided a bountiful harvest of tomatoes and peppers this year)

bouquet

A collection of flowers arranged together, often given as a gift (He bought a beautiful bouquet of lilies for his grandmother)

brilliance

A very bright light or a great talent or skill (The brilliance of the diamond was visible from all the way across the room)

brilliant

Very bright or clever (The student came up with a brilliant idea for her science project)

brochure

A small booklet or pamphlet that gives information (I picked up a travel brochure to learn more about the city’s museums)

brought

To carry or take something to a place or person (She brought some homemade snacks to share with the rest of the group)

cache

A hidden place where things are stored for future use (The explorers found a cache of supplies hidden deep inside the cave)

capacious

Having a lot of space inside; able to hold much (She carried a capacious bag that held all her school books and a laptop)

caption

A short explanation or title for a picture or video (The caption under the newspaper photo explained who the people were)

capture

To catch or take something or someone (The photographer managed to capture a stunning shot of the sunset)

carnivorous

Eating only meat or mostly meat (The lion is a carnivorous animal that hunts for its food in the wild)

cautious

Being careful to avoid danger or mistakes (You should always be cautious when walking across a busy street)

century

A period of one hundred years (Many scientific discoveries have been made in the last century)

chandelier

A fancy light fixture that hangs from the ceiling (The grand ballroom featured a massive crystal chandelier)

chastise

To tell someone they have done something wrong in a firm way (The coach had to chastise the team for not practicing hard enough)

chronicle

A detailed record of events in the order they happened (The book serves as a chronicle of the city's long and interesting history)

chronological

Arranged in the order that events happened (Please list the historical events in chronological order for the timeline)

citadel

A strong building or fortress that protects a city (The ancient citadel stood on top of the hill to watch for enemies)

cite

To mention something as a reason or example (You must cite your sources when writing a formal research paper)

clad

To be covered or dressed in a particular material or clothing (The knight was clad in heavy metal armor from head to toe)

clarify

To make something easier to understand (Could you please clarify what you meant by that last statement?)

climbing

Moving upwards or over something, often using hands and feet (We spent the entire afternoon climbing the steep hill)

closure

When something is shut or finished completely (The store's closure left many local people looking for new jobs)

collect

To gather things together in one place (I like to collect stamps and coins from different countries)

column

A tall, vertical structure that supports a building (The front of the museum is held up by several large marble columns)

commemorate

To remember and show respect for someone special (The statue was built to commemorate the brave soldiers of the past)

complete

To finish something fully or make it whole (It took him nearly three days to complete the complicated puzzle)

compliance

Following rules or instructions given by someone in charge (The company is in full compliance with all safety regulations)

compliant

Willing to follow rules or do what is asked (The puppy was very compliant and sat down as soon as he was told)

component

A part or piece that makes up something bigger (The engine is a vital component of any car or truck)

composure

Staying calm and not getting upset in difficult situations (Even during the fire drill, she kept her composure)

concept

An idea or thought about something (The teacher explained the new math concept to the class using a diagram)

confidence

Feeling sure about your abilities or decisions (The team played with a lot of confidence after their first major win)