tkab full book vocab - sklar 2025

Assuage

To make (an unpleasant feeling) less intense.

Taciturn

Reserved or uncommunicative in speech; saying little.

Imprudent

Not showing care for the consequences of an action; rash.

Epic

Relating to or characteristic of an epic poem or literature of great size or scale.

Repertoire

A stock of plays, dances, or pieces that a company or a performer knows or is prepared to perform.

Malevolent

Having or showing a wish to do evil to others.

Predilection

A preference or special liking for something; a bias in favor of something.

Nebulous

In the form of a cloud or haze; hazy. (of a concept) vague or ill-defined.

Indigenous

Originating or occurring naturally in a particular place; native.

Covey

A small flock of birds, especially partridge or quail.

Entailment

The act or fact of involving by necessity or as a consequence.

Vexation

The state of being annoyed, frustrated, or worried.

Mortify

Cause (someone) to feel embarrassed, ashamed, or humiliated.

Expound

Present and explain (a theory or idea) systematically and in detail.

Diminutive

Extremely or unusually small.

Discern(able)

Perceive or recognize (something) or (of something) able to be seen or noticed.

Fractious

Irritable and quarrelsome.

Benign

Gentle and kindly.

Infallible

Incapable of making mistakes or being wrong.

Ensue

Happen or occur afterward or as a result.

Myopic

Nearsighted; lacking imagination, foresight, or intellectual insight.

Tacit

Understood or implied without being stated.

Placid

Calm and peaceful, with little movement or activity.

Prowess

Skill or expertise in a particular activity or field.

Elucidate

Make (something) clear; explain.

Magisterial

Having or showing great authority or dignity.

Asinine

Extremely stupid or foolish.

Ascertain

Find (something) out for certain; make sure of.

Uncouth

Lacking good manners, refinement, or grace.

Benevolence

The quality of being well meaning; kindness.

Edification

The instruction or improvement of a person morally or intellectually.

Vigil

A period of keeping watch, especially at night or at a time of crisis.

Acrimonious

Angry and bitter (typically of speech or a debate).

Venue

The place where a trial or other public event is held.

Deigned

Did something that one considers to be below one's dignity.

Bode

Be an omen of a particular outcome.

Venerable

Accorded a great deal of respect, especially because of age, wisdom, or character.

Ambidextrous

Able to use both the right and left hands equally well.

Corroborate

Confirm or give support to (a statement, theory, or finding).

Diligent

Having or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties.

Temerity

Excessive confidence or boldness; audacity.

Innate

Inborn; natural.

Feral

In a wild state, especially after escape from captivity or domestication.

Contentious

Causing or likely to cause an argument; controversial.

Volition

The power of using one's own will.

Aggregation

The formation of a number of things into a cluster.

Tenet

A principle or belief, especially one of the main principles of a religion or philosophy.

Enamored

Filled with love, charm, or admiration.

Aridity

The state of being extremely dry.

Mollified

Appeased the anger or anxiety of (someone).

Articulate

Express (an idea or feeling) fluently and coherently.

Elucidate

Make (something) clear; explain.

Vehement

Showing strong feeling; forceful or passionate.

Unmitigated

absolute; unqualified.

Contraband

goods that are illegal to trade or possess