English II Vocabulary List 1: Born a Crime

Vocabulary terms and definitions from the English II 'Born a Crime' vocabulary list 1.

animosity (n)

Intense feeling of dislike or hatred; bitter resentment and antagonism resulting from longstanding conflict.

anomaly (n), anomalous (adj)

Something different, abnormal, peculiar, or not easily classified; a deviation or inconsistency that stands out from the surrounding context.

catharsis (n), cathartic (adj)

Purification or purging of emotions such as pity and fear through art or self-expression.

clamber (v), clamberer (n)

To climb awkwardly or with effort, especially by using both the hands and the feet.

concession (n), concessional (adj), concessionary (adj), concede (v)

Something done or agreed to, usually grudgingly in order to reach an agreement or improve a situation; to acknowledge as right, valid, or accurate, particularly a point claimed in an argument that does not support one's own perspective.

dilapidated (adj)

Fallen into a state of disrepair or partial ruin, often through neglect or misuse.

euphemism (n), euphemistic (adj), euphemistically (adv)

A mild or indirect word or expression substituted for a more direct or explicit term that may be considered offensive, harsh, or taboo.

exploit / exploitation (n), exploit (v), exploitable (adj), exploitability (n)

(n) A notable, memorable, or heroic act; (v) to make use of meanly or unfairly for one's own advantage.

gist (n)

The main or essential part of something.

manifestation (n), manifest (v), manifestly (adv)

Something that has become evident, visible, or apparent; an observable expression or representation of something abstract or intangible.

matriculate (v), matriculation (n), matriculant (n)

To enroll as a member of a body or organization, especially a college or university, or other educational institution.

meticulous (adj), meticulously (adv), meticulousness (n), meticulosity (n)

Marked by extreme or excessive care in the consideration or treatment of details.

missive (n)

Written messages, usually in the form of letters or official communications.

notorious (adj), notoriously (adv), notoriety (n)

Generally known and talked of, usually in an unfavorable or disapproving manner.

patronize (trans v), patronization (n), patron (n)

To provide aid or financial assistance to someone or something, typically in the arts, culture, or charity sector; to treat with an air of superiority, usually displaying a sense of entitlement or haughtiness.

pittance (n)

A small portion, amount, or allowance; an inadequate or insufficient portion, often compared to what is desired or expected.

quell (trans v)

To overwhelm and reduce to submission or passivity; to extinguish or suppress rebellion, conflict, or disorder.

ramification (n)

A consequence or result that arises from a specific action, decision, or event; a branching or division into separate parts or aspects (usually used in the plural).

ultimatum (n)

A final proposition, condition, or demand, especially one whose rejection will end negotiations and cause a resort to force or other direct action.

unscathed (adj)

Wholly unharmed, without injury.