Core Vocabulary Quick Memorization List 2

Practice flashcards covering the 46 key vocabulary words, phrases, and illustrative examples from Vocabulary List 2.

gruesome

adj. Horrifying, repulsive, or spine-chilling (e.g., 'A gruesome crime.')

violent

adj. Involving or characterized by physical force or violence (e.g., 'Avoid violent movies.')

scheme

n./v. A plan, marketing program, or scheme/plot (e.g., 'A clever marketing scheme.')

astonishing

adj. Extremely surprising, amazing, or astounding (e.g., 'An astonishing result.')

prevalent

adj. Widespread, common, or generally accepted (e.g., 'The trend is prevalent.')

spoilt for choice

phr. Having an overwhelmingly large number of good choices available (e.g., 'We are spoilt for choice.')

intolerances

n. Inabilities to tolerate or endure particular foods or substances (e.g., 'Food intolerances.')

tolerances

n. Capacities to endure or withstand pain or hardship (e.g., 'High pain tolerance.')

highly regarded

phr. Deeply respected, valued, or esteemed (e.g., 'He is highly regarded.')

craze

n. An enthusiasm, fad, or rage that is temporarily widespread (e.g., 'The new fitness craze.')

reputation

n. Overall quality or character as judged by people; fame or standing (e.g., 'Protect your reputation.')

incumbent

n./adj. The current holder of an office; currently holding an official position (e.g., 'The incumbent president.')

anarchist

n. A person who advocates anarchy or rebels against established ruling authority (e.g., 'He was an anarchist.')

stripping away

phr. Peeling off, removing, or taking away outer layers to reveal essentials (e.g., 'Stripping away the core.')

stigmatized

adj./v. Marked with disapproval, disgrace, or a negative label (e.g., 'Mental illness is stigmatized.')

amounted to

phr. Equaled, became equivalent to, or totaled up to (e.g., 'It amounted to a lie.')

encounter

v./n. To meet, come upon, or face unexpectedly (e.g., 'Encounter new problems.')

proverbial

adj. Well known, widely spoken of, or referred to in a proverb (e.g., 'The proverbial needle in a haystack.')

ethnicity

n. Ethnic background, identity, or racial/cultural affiliation (e.g., 'Respect every ethnicity.')

to combat

v./phr. To fight against, counter, or tackle problems like crime or pollution (e.g., 'To combat pollution.')

journalist

n. A reporter, correspondent, or news professional (e.g., 'She is a brave journalist.')

all walks of life

phr. Diverse social, economic, and occupational backgrounds (e.g., 'People from all walks of life.')

feminist

n./adj. A proponent of feminism; relating to or advocating for women's rights (e.g., 'A feminist movement.')

compulsion

n. An irresistible urge or impulse to act (e.g., 'A compulsion to buy.')

innate

adj. Inborn, native, or existing from birth (e.g., 'An innate talent.')

echoed

v. Resonated, reverberated, or mirrored someone's thoughts or words (e.g., 'His speech echoed my thoughts.')

confronting

v./adj. Directly facing, challenging, or addressing an issue (e.g., 'Confronting the issue directly.')

sentiments

n. Attitudes, emotions, feelings, or opinions held by the public (e.g., 'Public sentiments.')

mandatory

adj. Compulsory, required by law or rules (e.g., 'Masks are mandatory.')

nuance

n. A subtle distinction, shade, or fine detail of meaning (e.g., 'Notice the subtle nuance.')

predisposed

adj. Susceptible, liable, or inclined beforehand (e.g., 'Predisposed to stress.')

overt

adj. Open, observable, unconcealed, and evident (e.g., 'Overt hostility.')

defend

v. To protect, uphold, or argue in support of an opinion or position (e.g., 'Defend your opinion.')

arguably

adv. As may be argued; plausibly or arguably true (e.g., 'Arguably the best choice.')

debut

n./v. A first public appearance or initial performance (e.g., 'Her movie debut.')

frustration

n. A feeling of annoyance, disappointment, or helplessness (e.g., 'Express my frustration.')

sensible

adj. Showing good sense, reasonable, or practical (e.g., 'A sensible decision.')

eschew

v. To deliberately avoid, shun, or renounce (e.g., 'Eschew violent behavior.')

moralistic

adj. Preachy, didactic, or making moral judgments (e.g., 'A moralistic tone.')

seductively

adv. In an enticing, attractive, or alluring manner (e.g., 'Whispered seductively.')

revelation

n. A surprising, shocking, or previously unknown disclosure (e.g., 'A shocking revelation.')

consent

n./v. Permission, formal approval, or voluntary agreement (e.g., 'Without written consent.')

permission

n. Official authorization, approval, or consent to do something (e.g., 'Ask for permission.')

scammed

v./adj. Cheated, deceived, or victimized by a fraudulent scheme (e.g., 'He got scammed online.')

reputable

adj. Having a good reputation; trustworthy and respected (e.g., 'A reputable company.')

trustworthy

adj. Able to be relied on as honest or truthful; dependable (e.g., 'A trustworthy source.')