Language Awarness Vocab

circumference

he enclosing boundary of a curved geometric figure, especially a circle / the distance around something

to chime

a melodious ringing sound, as produced by striking a bell. (similar to ringing, bells chime)

embers

a small piece of burning or glowing coal or wood in a dying fire.

reluctant

unwilling or hesitant

insinuate

suggest or hint

precinct

the area within the walls or perceived boundaries of a particular building or place.

wholemeal

denoting flour or bread made from whole grains of wheat, including the husk or outer layer.

to go cold turkey

to stop using an addictive substance abruptly and completely. to undergo sudden and complete withdrawal from a habitual activity or behavior pattern. to begin or do something without planning, preparation, or practice.

saturated

holding as much water or moisture as can be absorbed; thoroughly soaked.

play it by ear

to act spontaneously and according to the situation

exempt

free from an obligation or liability imposed on others.

exempt from all charges (free of all chargers)

unrest

a state of dissatisfaction, disturbance, and agitation, typically involving public demonstrations or disorder.

benign

gentle and kindly.

capricious

given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behaviour.

sagacious

having or showing keen mental discernment and good judgement; wise or shrewd.

pernicious

having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way.

ostensible

stated or appearing to be true, but not necessarily so.

ostentatious

characterized by pretentious or showy display; designed to impress.

pugnacious

eager or quick to argue, quarrel, or fight.

obsequious

obedient or attentive to an excessive or servile degree.

taciturn

(of a person) reserved or uncommunicative in speech; saying little.

begrudgingly

reluctantly or resentfully.

clandestinely

in a secretive and illicit way.

disconcertingly

in a way that makes someone feel uncertain and uncomfortable or worried

egregiously

in an outstandingly bad way; shockingly.

incessantly

without interruption; constantly.

meticulously

in a way that shows great attention to detail; very thoroughly.

unanimously

without opposition; with the agreement of all people involved.

sporadically

occasionally or at irregular intervals.

zealously

with great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or objective.

profusely

to a great degree; in large amounts.

predominantly

mainly; for the most part.

invariably

always

indisputably

in a way that cannot be challenged or denied.

ineffectually

not producing the proper or intended effect

fluctuate

rise and fall irregularly in number or amount.

meander

rise and fall irregularly in number or amount.