Vocabulary List #6
Vocabulary List #6
1. Abundant (adj)
Definition: Occurring in profusion; easily and often found.
Example: An abundant supply of resources ensures the project's success.
2. Angular (adj)
Definition: Having sharp corners or many angles.
Example: The angular design of the building is quite striking.
3. Assent (v)
Definition: To agree.
Example: The board members assented to the proposed changes.
4. Brusque (adj)
Definition: The quality of being short or rude, especially in speech.
Example: His brusque manner often offends people.
5. Coercion (n)
Definition: The use of physical force, threats, or fear to obtain a desired result.
Example: The confession was obtained through coercion and is therefore inadmissible.
6. Corrode (v)
Definition: To slowly destroy; to break down over time, as by acid.
Example: The acid corroded the metal pipe.
7. Demented (adj)
Definition: Mentally unbalanced or unhinged; insane.
Example: The demented laughter echoed through the halls.
8. Diligence (n)
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Example: Her diligence paid off with an A+ on the exam.
9. Equilibrium (n)
Definition: Balance.
Example: Maintaining equilibrium is crucial for a stable economy.
10. Furtive (adj)
Definition: Active in a suspicious manner; sneaky.
Example: He cast a furtive glance over his shoulder.
11. Ignominious (adj)
Definition: Dishonorable or disgraceful.
Example: The team suffered an ignominious defeat.
12. Insipid (adj)
Definition: Lacking in taste or culture.
Example: The soup was insipid and needed more salt.
13. Massacre (n)
Definition: A mass killing or slaughter, especially the unnecessary killing of many people.
Example: The massacre shocked the world.
14. Momentary (adj)
Definition: Lasting only a small amount of time.
Example: There was a momentary pause before he spoke.
15. Obstinacy (n)
Definition: Stubbornness; an unbending adherence to a position or viewpoint.
Example: His obstinacy made it difficult to reach an agreement.
16. Overpower (v)
Definition: To use force to physically control or subdue; to master through powerful force.
Example: The guards overpowered the prisoner.
17. Perceptible (adj)
Definition: Able to be seen, heard, felt, tasted, or touched.
Example: There was a perceptible change in the atmosphere.
18. Precarious (adj)
Definition: Having potential dangers; hazardous.
Example: The climber was in a precarious position on the cliff.
19. Querulous (adj)
Definition: Tending to whine or complain; disagreeable.
Example: The querulous customer demanded a refund.
20. Remuneration (n)
Definition: Money paid for goods or services; compensation or payment.
Example: His remuneration was commensurate with his experience.
21. Seethe (v)
Definition: To move with violent agitation.
Example: The crowd seethed with anger.
22. Superfluous (adj)
Definition: Beyond what is necessary; extra.
Example: The report contained superfluous information.
23. Transcend (v)
Definition: To go beyond or rise above.
Example: The music transcended cultural boundaries.
24. Trident (n)
Definition: A large three-pronged fork used as a spear.
Example: Poseidon is often depicted holding a trident.
25. Wane (v)
Definition: To diminish or become less bright, as the progression of the moon from full to new.
Example: The moon began to wane after being full.