Vocab List 6

Concede

Synonym: Admit | Definition: Admit that something is true after first denying or resisting it

Disengage

Synonym: Detach | Definition: Separate or release from something to which they are attached

Decipher

Synonym: Interpret | Definition: Convert a text written in code into normal language

Ambivalent

Synonym: Conflicted | Definition: Having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas

Arid

Synonym: Dry | Definition: Having little or no rain; too dry or barren

Diligent

Synonym: Industrious | Definition: Having or showing care in one's work or duties

Surmise

Synonym: Speculate | Definition: To make an educated guess or inference based on limited evidence or intuition

Hybrid

Synonym: Mixed | Definition: Made by combining two different elements; a mixture

Institution

Synonym: Establishment | Definition: An established organization, society, or establishment, typically with a specific purpose

Indigenous

Synonym: Native | Definition: Originating or occurring naturally in a particular place

Prevail

Synonym: Triumph | Definition: Prove more powerful or superior; predominate

Cognitive

Synonym: Mental | Definition: Relating to mental processes or activities involved in knowing, understanding, and perceiving

Assess

Synonym: Evaluate | Definition: Evaluate or estimate the nature, ability, or quality

Thwart

Synonym: Hinder | Definition: To prevent or hinder the accomplishment of something

Adulation

Synonym: Flattery | Definition: Excessive admiration or praise

Repudiate

Synonym: Reject | Definition: To reject, disown, or refuse to accept something, often due to disagreement or disapproval

Altruistic

Synonym: Selfless | Definition: Acting or behaving in a manner that seeks to benefit others

Intrepid

Synonym: Fearless | Definition: Fearless or courageous in the face of danger, challenges, or difficult situations

Hierarchical

Synonym: Ranked | Definition: Arranged in order of rank

Passive

Synonym: Inactive | Definition: Not actively participating or involved in a particular activity