Core Vocab 101-184

These flashcards cover key vocabulary terms and their definitions for exam preparation.

HAPHAZARD

Random and disorganized.

HETEROGENEOUS

Varied, diverse; synonym for 'multifaceted'.

HINDER

To block, prevent; synonym for 'impede'.

IDEALIZE

To imagine something as better than it is in reality.

IDIOSYNCRATIC

Highly particular, unique to an individual.

ILLUSORY

Not real; based on an illusion.

IMMINENT

About to happen.

IMPEDE

To delay or prevent.

IMPECCABLE

Faultless, spotless.

IMPENETRABLE

Impossible to pass through.

IMPERATIVE

Of vital importance; crucial.

IMPERCEPTIBLE

Cannot be seen or perceived.

IMPOSING

Very large and impressive in appearance.

IMPOVERISHED

Very poor.

INCONGRUOUS

Out of place; something that contrasts with its surroundings.

INDECIPHERABLE

Unable to be read or understood.

INDELIBLE

Memorable; impossible to forget.

INDIFFERENT

Without interest or concern; apathetic.

INDIGENOUS

Native.

INDOCTRINATE

To teach a person/people to uncritically accept beliefs.

INDUCE

To persuade or influence someone to do something.

INDULGENT

Overly generous; too lenient.

INELUCTABLE

Inescapable; inevitable.

INFALLIBLE

Incapable of making mistakes.

INFINITESIMAL

Extremely small; approaching zero.

INGENIOUS

Very clever and cunning.

INNOCUOUS

Harmless; the synonym 'benign' may also be used.

INNOVATIVE

Featuring new materials and ideas.

INSIGHT

Deep understanding.

INSTALLATION

Art exhibit consisting of large objects placed in a public space.

INSUPERABLE

Incapable of being overcome.

INSURMOUNTABLE

Too great to overcome.

INTERMEDIATE

Coming between two things.

INTRICATE

Very complex.

INTRIGUING

Arousing curiosity or interest.

INTUITION

The ability to understand from an instinctive feeling.

INVASIVE

Spreading in a harmful manner (noun form of 'invade').

IRATE

Angry.

IRREPROACHABLE

Beyond criticism; faultless.

IRREVOCABLE

Permanent.

JUXTAPOSITION

Placement of two things next to each other for contrast.

LACONIC

Using few words; brief and to-the-point.

LATENT

Existing but in hidden or dormant form.

LEGACY

A long-lasting impact.

LINEAGE

Descent from a common ancestor or predecessor.

LUCRATIVE

Very profitable.

MANIFESTATION

Visible appearance of an object, trend, or idea.

MERCURIAL

Unpredictable; constantly shifting moods.

METICULOUS

Very careful and precise; synonym 'punctilious' may also be used.

MIGRATION

The movement of a person or group from one area to another.

MISCONSTRUE

To misunderstand.

MITIGATE

To make a problem less severe.

MOBILIZE

To prepare a person or group for action.

MOMENTOUS

Having great significance (a decision or event).

MONETIZE

To make money from.

MORIBUND

Approaching death; on the verge of becoming obsolete.

MULTIFACETED

Having many aspects.

MUNDANE

Dull; uninteresting.

MYRIAD

Many.

NEBULOUS

Vague; undefined; synonym for 'amorphous'.

NEFARIOUS

Wicked and evil.

NUANCE

A subtle shade of difference or meaning.

NURTURE

To care for and encourage growth and development.

OBSCURE

Rare; understood by few people.

OFFHAND

Done casually, without prior thought.

OMINOUS

Threatening; giving the impression that something bad will happen.

ORIENTATION

A preference or liking for.

ORTHODOX

Conforming to a standard theory or belief.

OVERLOAD

Excessive burden or stress.

OVERSHADOW

To dominate; make someone or something seem unimportant.

OUTMODED

No longer fashionable; out of date.

OUTSIZED

Disproportionately large.

PALPABLE

Literally, touchable; often used to describe a very intense feeling.

PAUCITY

A small or limited amount.

PERIPHERAL

Of secondary importance; not central.

PERVASIVE

Widespread.

POLAR

Very different; opposite.

PRAGMATIC

Practical.

PRECIPITATE

To cause to happen especially suddenly and unexpectedly.

PRECLUDE

Prevent or block; synonym for 'impede'.

PRECURSOR

A person or thing that precedes; a forerunner.

PREDATORY

Preying upon others.

PRESCIENT

Showing great foresight.

PRESCRIBE

To lay down a rule; dictate.