English Vocab 11th grade

1. Abate (verb)

To lessen in intensity or amount.

2. Ambiguous (adjective)

Having more than one possible meaning; unclear.

3. Analyze (verb)

To examine something carefully and in detail.

4. Assert (verb)

To state confidently or forcefully.

5. Bias (noun)

A preference or prejudice that affects judgment.

6. Candid (adjective)

Honest and straightforward.

7. Coherent (adjective)

Logical and well organized.

8. Concur (verb)

To agree.

9. Conventional (adjective)

following accepted customs or standards.

10. Debilitate (verb)

to weaken or impair.

11. Diligent (adjective)

hardworking and persistent.

12. Eloquent (adjective)

fluent and persuasive in speaking or writing.

13. Empirical (adjective)

based on observation or experience.

14. Enhance (verb)

to improve or increase.

15. Explicit (adjective)

clearly stated and leaving no room for confusion.

16. Feasible (adjective)

possible to accomplish.

17. Imply (verb)

to suggest indirectly.

18. Novel (adjective)

new or original.

19. Objective (adjective)

based on facts rather than opinions.

20. Validate (verb)

to confirm or support as true.