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Antediluvian
POS: Adjective; relating to the time before the biblical flood.
def: Outdated or ancient in nature.
sentence: The term antediluvian is often used to describe something that is extremely old or antiquated.
trick: Ante Del lived before the flood.
antecedent
POS: Noun; a thing or event that existed before another.
def: An earlier occurrence or cause that influences something later.
Sentence: The antecedent provides the context for understanding subsequent events or actions.
trick: Ants eat cedar first
posterior
Pos: Adjective; relating to a position behind or following in time.
def: Referring to something that occurs later or is situated at the back.
sentence: Understanding the posterior of an event can help clarify its causes and influences.
trick : Post deer are behind the front.
posthumous
Pos: Adjective; occurring after someone's death.
def: An event or publication that takes place following the death of an individual, especially in relation to their works or achievements.
sentence: The posthumous publication of the author's novel gained significant acclaim, reflecting their lasting impact on literature.
trick: post human
chronology
POS: Noun; the arrangement of events in the order of their occurrence.
Def: A system of organizing time that establishes the sequence of historical events.
Sentence: Chronology helps historians understand cause and effect within historical narratives.
trick: chronos loves a logical log of time.
anachronism
POS: Noun; a thing belonging or appropriate to a period other than that in which it exists.
def: Something misplaced in time, often resulting in a historical inconsistency.
sentence: Anachronism can be seen in movies where modern technology is used in historical settings.
trick: annas chronometer showed up in greece
synchronize
POS: Verb; to cause to occur at the same time or rate.
def:To coordinate events or processes so that they happen simultaneously or at a consistent pace.
sentence: Synchronize your watch with the official time to ensure accuracy.
trick: sync your timepieces.
amenable
POS: Adjective; open and responsive to suggestion, easily influenced.
def: Willing to cooperate or agree.
sentence: Being amenable to feedback can enhance teamwork and creativity.
trick:Amen
virulent
POS: Adjective; extremely harmful or poisonous.
def: Describes a pathogenic agent that is highly infectious or toxic.
sentence: The virulent strain of the virus led to a rapid outbreak, causing widespread illness.
trick: the virus is virulent.
taciturn
POS: Adjective
def: Not inclined to speak much, often conveying a sense of quietness or introversion.
sentence: Despite his taciturn nature, he often had insightful thoughts to share.
trick: urn-sealed
incredulous
POS: Adjective
def:Unwilling or unable to believe something; skeptical.
sentence: Her incredulous reaction to the news showed her disbelief.
trick: incredibly curious, couldn’t belive
tedious
POS: Adjective
def: Something that is boring, monotonous, or repetitive, often causing fatigue or annoyance.
sentence: The tedious task of filing paperwork felt never-ending.
trick: trimming is tedious.
tenacious
POS: Adjective
def: Holding fast; persistent in maintaining or adhering to something.
sentence: Her tenacious grip on her goals inspired everyone around her.
trick:tenacity in adversity.
galvanize
POS:Verb
def: To shock or excite someone into taking action; to stimulate or motivate.
sentence: The coach's speech aimed to galvanize the team before the big match.
trick: Gal’s energy galvanized the team.
usurp
POS: Verb
def: To take a position of power or importance illegally or by force.
Sentence: The dictator attempted to usurp control of the government through a military coup.
Trick: you sir are taking my throne