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  1. a posteriori
    involving reasoning from facts or particulars to general principles or from effects to causes
  2. abate
    become less in amount or intensity
  3. abatement
    the act of making less active or intense
  4. abet
    assist or encourage, usually in some wrongdoing
  5. abhorrence
    hate coupled with disgust
  6. abide
    dwell
  7. abnegate
    deny or renounce
  8. abominate
    find repugnant
  9. aborigine
    an indigenous person who was born in a particular place
  10. absolutism
    a form of government in which the ruler is unconstrained
  11. absolve
    grant remission of a sin to
  12. abstinence
    the trait of refraining from something, especially alcohol
  13. abstract
    existing only in the mind
  14. abstraction
    the process of formulating general concepts
  15. abstruse
    difficult to understand
  16. accentuate
    stress or single out as important
  17. accoutrement
    accessory or supplementary item of clothing
  18. accumulate
    get or gather together
  19. accusation
    an assertion that someone is guilty of a fault or offense
  20. accustomed
    commonly used or practiced; usual
  21. acolyte
    a devoted follower or assistant
  22. actuate
    put in motion
  23. acumen
    shrewdness shown by keen insight
  24. acute
    ending in a sharp point
  25. adamant
    very hard native crystalline carbon valued as a gem
  26. adjacent
    having a common boundary or edge
  27. adjudicate
    hear a case and sit as the judge at the trial of
  28. admirable
    inspiring approval
  29. adroit
    quick or skillful or adept in action or thought
  30. adulate
    flatter in an obsequious manner
  31. adventitious
    associated by chance and not an integral part
  32. adverse
    in an opposing direction
  33. advocate
    a person who pleads for a person, cause, or idea
  34. aegis
    armor plate that protects the chest
  35. aesthetic
    characterized by an appreciation of beauty or good taste
  36. affect
    have an influence upon
  37. affix
    attach to
  38. affluent
    having an abundant supply of money or possessions of value
  39. agenda
    a list of matters to be taken up, as at a meeting
  40. agent
    a representative who acts on behalf of others
  41. aggregate
    a sum total of many heterogeneous things taken together
  42. aggregation
    the act of gathering something together
  43. agitated
    physically disturbed or set in motion
  44. agnostic
    a person who claims the existence of God is unknowable
  45. air-intake
    a duct that admits air to be mixed with fuel
  46. allegiance
    the act of binding yourself to a course of action
  47. allegory
    a short moral story
  48. alpha privative
    the negative prefix a- or un-
  49. altruism
    the quality of unselfish concern for the welfare of others
  50. altruistic
    showing unselfish concern for the welfare of others
  51. amalgamate
    bring or combine together or with something else
  52. ambiance
    the atmosphere of an environment
  53. ambience
    the atmosphere of an environment
  54. ambiguity
    unclearness by virtue of having more than one meaning
  55. ambiguous
    having more than one possible meaning
  56. amend
    make revisions to
  57. amendment
    a statement that is added to a proposal or document
  58. amenities
    things that make you comfortable and at ease
  59. amicable
    characterized by friendship and good will
  60. amnesty
    a warrant granting release from punishment for an offense
  61. analyse
    break down into components or essential features
  62. anguish
    extreme distress of body or mind
  63. animosity
    a feeling of ill will arousing active hostility
  64. antagonism
    an actively expressed feeling of dislike and hostility
  65. antebellum
    belonging to a period before a war
  66. anthropomorphism
    the representation of objects as having human form
  67. anticipated
    expected hopefully
  68. antinomy
    a contradiction between two equally reasonable statements
  69. antithesis
    exact opposite
  70. apartheid
    a social policy of racial segregation
  71. aphorism
    a short pithy instructive saying
  72. aplomb
    great coolness and composure under strain
  73. apocryphal
    being of questionable authenticity
  74. apparition
    a ghostly appearing figure
  75. appellation
    identifying words by which someone or something is called
  76. arbitrary
    based on or subject to individual discretion or preference
  77. archetype
    something that serves as a model
  78. array
    an impressive display or assortment
  79. arrogant
    having or showing feelings of unwarranted importance
  80. ascetic
    someone who practices self denial as a spiritual discipline
  81. asperity
    harshness of manner
  82. aspersion
    a disparaging remark
  83. aspiration
    a cherished desire
  84. aspire
    have an ambitious plan or a lofty goal
  85. assay
    a test of a substance to determine its components
  86. assertion
    a declaration that is made emphatically
  87. assiduous
    marked by care and persistent effort
  88. assuring
    giving confidence
  89. atrium
    a chamber connected to other chambers or passageways
  90. attentive
    taking heed
  91. attenuate
    become weaker, in strength, value, or magnitude
  92. attenuated
    reduced in strength
  93. attest
    provide evidence for
  94. audacious
    disposed to venture or take risks
  95. aura
    distinctive but intangible quality around a person or thing
  96. auspice
    a favorable omen
  97. auspicious
    indicating favorable circumstances and good luck
  98. authoritarian
    characteristic of an absolute ruler or absolute rule
  99. autocracy
    a theory favoring unlimited authority by an individual
  100. automated
    operated with minimal human intervention
  101. avaricious
    immoderately desirous of acquiring something
  102. avatar
    the manifestation of a Hindu deity in human or animal form
  103. avocation
    an auxiliary activity
  104. axiom
    a proposition that is not susceptible of proof or disproof
  105. banal
    repeated too often; overfamiliar through overuse
  106. barrage
    the heavy fire of artillery to saturate an area
  107. barrister
    a British lawyer who speaks in the higher courts of law
  108. bastardly
    born out of wedlock
  109. bastion
    projecting part of a rampart or other fortification
  110. bathos
    a change from a serious subject to a disappointing one
  111. beacon
    a fire that can be seen from a distance
  112. benignant
    pleasant and beneficial in nature or influence
  113. bestial
    resembling an animal, especially by being vicious or cruel
  114. bestow
    give as a gift
  115. bigotry
    intolerance and prejudice
  116. bilious
    relating to a digestive juice secreted by the liver
  117. bitter
    causing a sharp and acrid taste experience
  118. blasphemy
    profane language
  119. blatant
    without any attempt at concealment; completely obvious
  120. bleak
    unpleasantly cold and damp
  121. bliss
    a state of extreme happiness
  122. bodacious
    not held back by conventional ideas of behavior
  123. bombastic
    ostentatiously lofty in style
  124. buffoon
    a person who amuses others by ridiculous behavior
  125. bungalow
    a small house with a single story
  126. burden
    weight to be carried or borne
  127. burlesque
    a theatrical entertainment of broad and earthy humor
  128. byproduct
    a secondary and sometimes unexpected consequence
  129. calamity
    an event resulting in great loss and misfortune
  130. calibrate
    make fine adjustments for optimal measuring
  131. callous
    emotionally hardened
  132. calumniate
    charge falsely or with malicious intent
  133. canal
    long and narrow strip of water for boats or for irrigation
  134. candor
    the quality of being honest and straightforward
  135. cannula
    a small flexible tube inserted into a body cavity for draining off fluid or introducing medication
  136. canon
    a collection of books accepted as holy scripture
  137. cantankerous
    stubbornly obstructive and unwilling to cooperate
  138. capitulate
    surrender under agreed conditions
  139. carapace
    hard outer covering or case of certain organisms
  140. caricature
    a representation of a person exaggerated for comic effect
  141. cascade
    a small waterfall or series of small waterfalls
  142. castigate
    inflict severe punishment on
  143. catalyst
    substance that initiates or accelerates a chemical reaction
  144. catatonic
    characterized by unresponsiveness or lack of movement
  145. catharsis
    purging the body to stimulate evacuation of the bowels
  146. cathartic
    emotionally purging
  147. cessation
    a stopping
  148. chafe
    become or make sore by or as if by rubbing
  149. charade
    a word acted out in an episode of a game
  150. chasten
    censure severely
  151. chastise
    scold or criticize severely
  152. cherub
    an angel portrayed as a winged child
  153. circumspect
    careful to consider potential consequences and avoid risk
  154. circumvent
    surround so as to force to give up
  155. classification
    the basic cognitive process of arranging into categories
  156. clemency
    leniency and compassion shown toward offenders
  157. clique
    an exclusive circle of people with a common purpose
  158. coagulum
    a lump of material formed from the content of a liquid
  159. coalesce
    fuse or cause to come together
  160. coax
    influence or persuade by gentle and persistent urging
  161. codicil
    a supplement to a will
  162. codified
    enacted by a legislative body
  163. cognate
    related by blood
  164. cognition
    the psychological result of perception and reasoning
  165. cognizant
    having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization
  166. coherence
    the state of sticking together
  167. coherent
    marked by an orderly and consistent relation of parts
  168. cohesion
    the state of sticking together
  169. coitus
    the act of sexual intercourse between two people
  170. collective bargaining
    negotiation between an employer and a trade union
  171. colloquial
    characteristic of informal spoken language or conversation
  172. colony
    a group of organisms of the same type living together
  173. comely
    according with custom or propriety
  174. comestible
    suitable for use as food
  175. comity
    a state or atmosphere of harmony or mutual civility
  176. comity of nations
    courteous respect by one nation for the laws and institutions of another
  177. commiseration
    feeling of sympathy and sorrow for the misfortunes of others
  178. commission
    the act of granting authority to undertake certain functions
  179. commissioner
    a member of a special group considering some matter
  180. commodious
    large and roomy
  181. communism
    a theory favoring collectivism in a classless society
  182. compassion
    a deep awareness of and sympathy for another's suffering
  183. compatible
    able to exist and perform in harmonious combination
  184. compel
    force somebody to do something
  185. compensation
    the act of making amends for service, loss, or injury
  186. complacent
    contented to a fault with oneself or one's actions
  187. complaisant
    showing a cheerful willingness to do favors for others
  188. composite
    consisting of separate interconnected parts
  189. composition
    the way in which someone or something is put together
  190. concede
    give over
  191. conceited
    having an exaggerated sense of self-importance
  192. conceivable
    capable of being imagined
  193. conciliate
    gain the good will of or cause to be more favorably inclined
  194. conciliatory
    making or willing to make concessions
  195. concoction
    the act of creating something by compounding or mixing
  196. concord
    a harmonious state of things and of their properties
  197. condemn
    express strong disapproval of
  198. condensation
    process of changing from a gas to a liquid or solid state
  199. condescend
    behave in a patronizing manner
  200. condescending
    characteristic of those who treat others with arrogance
  201. conduit
    a passage through which water or electric wires can pass
  202. congeal
    solidify, thicken, or come together
  203. congenial
    suitable to your needs
  204. conglomerate
    collect or gather
  205. congregation
    the act of assembling
  206. congruence
    the quality of agreeing; being suitable and appropriate
  207. conjectural
    based primarily on surmise rather than adequate evidence
  208. conjecture
    believe especially on uncertain or tentative grounds
  209. conjure
    summon into action or bring into existence
  210. conscience
    motivation deriving from ethical or moral principles
  211. conscientious
    characterized by extreme care and great effort
  212. consecrate
    give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause
  213. consensus
    agreement in the judgment reached by a group as a whole
  214. consequential
    having important effects or results
  215. consolidated
    joined together into a whole
  216. consolidation
    combining into a solid mass
  217. consortium
    a cooperative association among institutions or companies
  218. conspicuous
    obvious to the eye or mind
  219. constatation
    an assumption that is basic to an argument
  220. constitution
    the act of forming or establishing something
  221. construe
    make sense of; assign a meaning to
  222. content
    satisfied or showing satisfaction with things as they are
  223. contention
    the act of competing as for profit or a prize
  224. contiguous
    having a common boundary or edge
  225. contingent
    determined by conditions or circumstances that follow
  226. contour
    a line drawn on a map connecting points of equal height
  227. contradiction
    opposition between two conflicting forces or ideas
  228. contrary
    exact opposition
  229. contravene
    go against, as of rules and laws
  230. contrite
    feeling or expressing pain or sorrow
  231. contrition
    sorrow for sin arising from fear of damnation
  232. contumacy
    obstinate rebelliousness and insubordination
  233. convalesce
    get over an illness or shock
  234. convent
    a religious residence especially for nuns
  235. converge
    be adjacent or come together
  236. conviction
    an unshakable belief in something without need for proof
  237. convulsion
    a violent uncontrollable contraction of muscles
  238. coordinate
    of equal importance, rank, or degree
  239. copulation
    the act of engaging in sexual intercourse
  240. corporeal
    having material or physical form or substance
  241. correlate
    bear a reciprocal or mutual relation
  242. correlation
    a reciprocal connection between two or more things
  243. covet
    wish, long, or crave for
  244. coveted
    greatly desired
  245. covetous
    immoderately desirous of acquiring something
  246. crass
    so unrefined as to be offensive or insensitive
  247. credence
    the mental attitude that something is believable
  248. credulity
    tendency to believe readily
  249. credulous
    showing a lack of judgment or experience
  250. creed
    any system of principles or beliefs
  251. criterion
    the ideal in terms of which something can be judged
  252. crude
    belonging to an early stage of technical development
  253. crusade
    a series of actions tending toward a particular end
  254. cryptic
    having a secret or hidden meaning
  255. cul de sac
    a street with only one way in or out
  256. culprit
    someone or something responsible for harm or wrongdoing
  257. cunning
    showing inventiveness and skill
  258. curator
    the custodian of a collection, as a museum or library
  259. curmudgeon
    an irascible, cantankerous person full of stubborn ideas
  260. curriculum
    an integrated course of academic studies
  261. cursive
    handwriting in which letters are connected within words
  262. custom
    accepted or habitual practice
  263. cynical
    believing the worst of human nature and motives
  264. deadpan
    deliberately impassive in manner
  265. dearth
    an insufficient quantity or number
  266. debunk
    expose while ridiculing
  267. decadence
    the state of being degenerate in mental or moral qualities
  268. decomposition
    the organic phenomenon of rotting
  269. decorous
    characterized by propriety and dignity and good taste
  270. decree
    a legally binding command or decision
  271. deducible
    capable of being figured out by what is known
  272. deduction
    the act of removing a part from the whole
  273. deductive
    relating to reasoning from the general to the particular
  274. deed
    a legal document to effect a transfer of property
  275. defeatist
    someone who is resigned to an unsuccessful ending
  276. defer
    yield to another's wish or opinion
  277. defiance
    a hostile challenge
  278. defiant
    boldly resisting authority or an opposing force
  279. degree
    a specific identifiable position in a continuum or series
  280. dehumanisation
    the act of degrading people with respect to their best qualities
  281. delegate
    a person appointed or elected to represent others
  282. delegation
    a group of representatives
  283. deleterious
    harmful to living things
  284. delirium
    a usually brief state of excitement and mental confusion
  285. delta
    the 4th letter of the Greek alphabet
  286. deluge
    a heavy rain
  287. demagogue
    a leader who seeks support by appealing to popular passions
  288. denigrate
    attack the good name and reputation of someone
  289. denomination
    identifying word by which someone or something is called
  290. denote
    have as a meaning
  291. denounce
    speak out against
  292. depict
    give a description of
  293. depraved
    deviating from what is considered moral or right or proper
  294. depravity
    moral perversion; impairment of virtue and moral principles
  295. deprecate
    express strong disapproval of; deplore
  296. deprive
    take away
  297. deregulation
    the act of freeing from rules
  298. derelict
    a person without a home, job, or property
  299. deride
    treat or speak of with contempt
  300. derision
    the act of treating with contempt
  301. derivative
    a compound obtained from another compound
  302. descend
    move downward and lower, but not necessarily all the way
  303. desolate
    providing no shelter or sustenance
  304. destiny
    the ultimate agency predetermining the course of events
  305. destitute
    poor enough to need help from others
  306. detached
    no longer connected or joined
  307. deter
    turn away from as by fear or persuasion
  308. detest
    dislike intensely
  309. detract
    take away a part from; diminish
  310. detriment
    a damage or loss
  311. deviant
    a person whose behavior does not conform to social norms
  312. deviate
    turn aside; turn away from
  313. deviation
    a variation from the standard or norm
  314. dexterity
    adroitness in using the hands
  315. diagonal
    having an oblique or slanted direction
  316. dichotomy
    a classification into two opposed parts or subclasses
  317. dictatorship
    a form of government in which the ruler is unconstrained
  318. diction
    the manner in which something is expressed in words
  319. diffuse
    spread out; not concentrated in one place
  320. diffused
    (of light rays) subjected to scattering by reflection from a rough surface or transmission through a translucent material
  321. dignified
    formal or stately in bearing or appearance
  322. dignity
    the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect
  323. dilapidated
    in a state of decay, ruin, or deterioration
  324. dilemma
    state of uncertainty in a choice between unfavorable options
  325. diligent
    quietly and steadily persevering in detail or exactness
  326. dilute
    lessen the strength or flavor of a solution or mixture
  327. diminution
    change toward something smaller or lower
  328. diminutive
    very small
  329. disbursement
    the act of spending or distributing money
  330. discern
    perceive, recognize, or detect
  331. discerning
    having or revealing keen insight and good judgment
  332. discernment
    the cognitive condition of someone who understands
  333. disclose
    expose to view as by removing a cover
  334. discombobulated
    having self-possession upset; thrown into confusion
  335. discontent
    a longing for something better than the present situation
  336. discord
    lack of agreement or harmony
  337. discreet
    marked by prudence or modesty and wise self-restraint
  338. discrepancy
    a difference between conflicting facts or claims or opinions
  339. discretion
    power of making choices unconstrained by external agencies
  340. disdain
    lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike
  341. disenfranchise
    deprive of voting rights
  342. disheveled
    in disarray; extremely disorderly
  343. dismay
    the feeling of despair in the face of obstacles
  344. disparage
    express a negative opinion of
  345. disposition
    your usual mood
  346. dissent
    a difference of opinion
  347. dissipate
    cause to separate and go in different directions
  348. dissolute
    unrestrained by convention or morality
  349. dissuade
    turn away from by persuasion
  350. distinctive
    of a feature that helps to identify a person or thing
  351. distort
    twist and press out of shape
  352. distress
    a state of adversity
  353. doctrine
    a belief accepted as authoritative by some group or school
  354. dolt
    a person who is not very bright
  355. domesticate
    make fit for cultivation and service to humans
  356. domicile
    housing that someone is living in
  357. dominion
    control or power through legal authority
  358. ductile
    capable of being shaped or bent or drawn out
  359. dwelling
    housing that someone is living in
  360. dynamic
    characterized by action or forcefulness of personality
  361. dystopian
    of an imaginary place where life is extremely bad
  362. earnest
    characterized by a firm, sincere belief in one's opinions
  363. ebullient
    joyously unrestrained
  364. edict
    a formal or authoritative proclamation
  365. edification
    uplifting enlightenment
  366. edifice
    a structure that has a roof and walls
  367. efface
    remove by or as if by rubbing or erasing
  368. effete
    excessively self-indulgent, affected, or decadent
  369. egalitarianism
    the doctrine of the equality of mankind
  370. egotistical
    having an inflated idea of one's own importance
  371. egregious
    conspicuously and outrageously bad or reprehensible
  372. elasticity
    the tendency of a body to return to its original shape
  373. elegy
    a mournful poem; a lament for the dead
  374. elicit
    call forth, as an emotion, feeling, or response
  375. ellipsis
    a mark indicating that words have been omitted
  376. eloquent
    expressing yourself readily, clearly, effectively
  377. elucidate
    make clear and comprehensible
  378. elusive
    skillful at evading capture
  379. emanate
    give out, as breath or an odor
  380. embargo
    a government order imposing a trade barrier
  381. embolus
    an abnormal particle circulating in the blood
  382. embryonic
    of an organism prior to birth or hatching
  383. emission
    the act of causing to flow forth
  384. empathy
    understanding and entering into another's feelings
  385. emphatic
    spoken with particular stress
  386. emphatically
    in a forceful manner; with emphasis
  387. empirical
    derived from experiment and observation rather than theory
  388. emulate
    strive to equal or match, especially by imitating
  389. encapsulate
    enclose in or as if in a small container
  390. encompass
    include in scope
  391. encumber
    hold back, impede, or weigh down
  392. encumbrance
    an onerous or difficult concern
  393. endeavor
    attempt by employing effort
  394. endorsement
    the act of approving
  395. endow
    give qualities or abilities to
  396. enmity
    a state of deep-seated ill-will
  397. ensemble
    an assemblage of parts considered as forming a whole
  398. entail
    have as a logical consequence
  399. enthrall
    hold spellbound
  400. entice
    provoke someone to do something through persuasion
  401. envisage
    form a mental image of something that is not present
  402. enzyme
    a complex protein produced by cells that acts as a catalyst
  403. eon
    the longest unit of geological time
  404. ephemeral
    anything short-lived, as an insect that lives only for a day
  405. epicure
    a person who takes great pleasure in fine food and drink
  406. epigram
    a witty saying
  407. epistemology
    the philosophical theory of knowledge
  408. epitomize
    embody the essential characteristics of
  409. equilateral
    having all sides of the same length
  410. equilibrium
    a stable situation in which forces cancel one another
  411. erudition
    profound scholarly knowledge
  412. esoteric
    understandable only by an enlightened inner circle
  413. espionage
    the systematic use of spies to obtain secrets
  414. essence
    the choicest or most vital part of some idea or experience
  415. esteem
    the condition of being honored
  416. ethnocentrism
    belief in the superiority of one's own ethnic group
  417. evasion
    the act of physically escaping from something
  418. evince
    give expression to
  419. evocative
    serving to bring to mind
  420. exalted
    of high moral or intellectual value
  421. exasperated
    greatly annoyed; out of patience
  422. excavate
    recover through digging
  423. excess
    the state of being more than full
  424. excise
    remove by cutting
  425. excoriate
    express strong disapproval of
  426. execrate
    curse or declare to be evil or anathema
  427. exhaust
    wear out completely
  428. exile
    the act of expelling a person from their native land
  429. existential
    relating to or dealing with the state of being
  430. exonerate
    pronounce not guilty of criminal charges
  431. exorbitant
    greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation
  432. expansive
    able or tending to extend in one or more directions
  433. expatriate
    a person who is voluntarily absent from home or country
  434. expedite
    process fast and efficiently
  435. expenditure
    the act of spending money for goods or services
  436. exploit
    use or manipulate to one's advantage
  437. exploited
    developed or used to greatest advantage
  438. expostulation
    an exclamation of protest, opposition, or criticism
  439. expunge
    remove by erasing or crossing out or as if by drawing a line
  440. expurgate
    edit by omitting or modifying parts considered indelicate
  441. exquisite
    delicately beautiful
  442. extemporaneous
    with little or no preparation or forethought
  443. externality
    the quality or state of being outside
  444. extraction
    taking out something
  445. extrapolation
    an inference about the future based on known facts
  446. extrication
    the act of releasing from a snarled or tangled condition
  447. extrinsic
    not forming an essential part of a thing
  448. extrovert
    a person directed toward others as opposed to the self
  449. facade
    the front of a building
  450. facet
    a distinct feature or element in a problem
  451. facetious
    cleverly amusing in tone
  452. facilitation
    act of assisting the progress or improvement of something
  453. faculty
    an inherent cognitive or perceptual power of the mind
  454. faintly
    to a faint degree or weakly perceived
  455. famine
    a severe shortage of food resulting in starvation and death
  456. fanaticism
    excessive intolerance of opposing views
  457. fastidious
    giving careful attention to detail
  458. fatalism
    a doctrine that all events are predetermined in advance
  459. fate
    the ultimate agency predetermining the course of events
  460. fatuous
    devoid of intelligence
  461. feminine
    associated with women and not with men
  462. fervent
    characterized by intense emotion
  463. fiat
    a legally binding command or decision
  464. figurative
    not literal
  465. flabbergast
    overcome with amazement
  466. flamboyant
    tending to attract attention; marked by ostentatious display
  467. flock
    a group of birds
  468. flounder
    move clumsily or struggle to move, as in mud or water
  469. flout
    treat with contemptuous disregard
  470. fluctuation
    an instance of change
  471. flutter
    flap the wings rapidly or fly with flapping movements
  472. fodder
    coarse food composed of plants or leaves and stalks
  473. forage
    collect or look around for, as food
  474. foreboding
    a feeling of evil to come
  475. format
    the general appearance of a publication
  476. fornicator
    someone who commits adultery or fornication
  477. forsake
    leave someone who needs or counts on you; leave in the lurch
  478. forthcoming
    easygoing and open when speaking or sharing information
  479. frugal
    avoiding waste
  480. fulsome
    unpleasantly and excessively suave or ingratiating
  481. futile
    producing no result or effect
  482. garment
    an article of clothing
  483. garner
    assemble or get together
  484. genius loci
    the special atmosphere of a place
  485. genocide
    systematic killing of a racial or cultural group
  486. germinate
    sprout; produce buds or branches
  487. glutinous
    having the sticky properties of an adhesive
  488. gondola
    long narrow flat-bottomed boat propelled by a single rower
  489. grace
    elegance and beauty of movement or expression
  490. gracious
    characterized by kindness and warm courtesy
  491. granary
    a storehouse for threshed grain or animal feed
  492. grandiloquent
    lofty in style
  493. gregarious
    temperamentally seeking and enjoying the company of others
  494. grim
    harshly uninviting or formidable in manner or appearance
  495. grotesque
    distorted and unnatural in shape or size
  496. harmony
    compatibility in opinion and action
  497. haughty
    having or showing arrogant superiority
  498. haul
    draw slowly or heavily
  499. haven
    a sheltered port where ships can take on or discharge cargo
  500. heretic
    a person whose religious beliefs conflict with church dogma
  501. hermitage
    the abode of a recluse
  502. heterogeneous
    consisting of elements not of the same kind or nature
  503. homeostasis
    metabolic equilibrium maintained by biological mechanisms
  504. homogeneous
    all of the same or similar kind or nature
  505. horticultural
    of or relating to the cultivation of plants
  506. hub
    central part of a car wheel through which the axle passes
  507. hue
    the quality of a color determined by its dominant wavelength
  508. humble
    marked by meekness or modesty; not arrogant or prideful
  509. hysterical
    characterized by a state of violent mental agitation
  510. ideal
    a principle or value that one hopes to attain or conform to
  511. ideology
    an orientation that characterizes the thinking of a group
  512. idiosyncrasy
    a behavioral attribute peculiar to an individual
  513. idiosyncratic
    peculiar to the individual
  514. igneous
    produced by the action of fire or intense heat
  515. illusion
    an erroneous mental representation
  516. illusive
    based on or having the nature of a fantasy
  517. immaculate
    completely neat and clean
  518. immolate
    kill as a sacrifice, especially by fire
  519. immutable
    not subject or susceptible to change or variation
  520. impalpable
    not perceptible to the touch
  521. impartial
    free from undue bias or preconceived opinions
  522. impartiality
    an inclination to weigh both views or opinions equally
  523. impassive
    having or revealing little emotion or sensibility
  524. impeachment
    the act of charging an official with an offense committed while in office
  525. impeccability
    the quality of being without an error or fault
  526. impede
    be a hindrance or obstacle to
  527. imperceptible
    impossible or difficult to sense
  528. imperial
    relating to or associated with an empire
  529. imperious
    having or showing arrogant superiority
  530. impermeable
    preventing especially liquids to pass or diffuse through
  531. impertinent
    improperly forward or bold
  532. impervious
    not admitting of passage or capable of being affected
  533. impetus
    a force that makes something happen
  534. implication
    something that is inferred
  535. implicit
    suggested though not directly expressed
  536. implore
    beg or request earnestly and urgently
  537. impose
    charge and collect payment
  538. imposture
    pretending to be another person
  539. impromptu
    with little or no preparation or forethought
  540. impuissance
    powerlessness revealed by an inability to act
  541. impunity
    exemption from punishment or loss
  542. inauspicious
    boding ill
  543. incarnation
    act of attributing human characteristics to abstract ideas
  544. incisive
    demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions
  545. incite
    provoke or stir up
  546. inclination
    the act of bending forward
  547. inclined
    at an angle to the horizontal or vertical position
  548. incoherent
    without logical or meaningful connection
  549. inconsequential
    lacking worth or importance
  550. incredulous
    not disposed or willing to believe; unbelieving
  551. inculcate
    teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions
  552. indiscriminate
    failing to make or recognize distinctions
  553. indoctrinate
    teach uncritically
  554. induce
    cause to act in a specified manner
  555. inductive
    influencing or causing to arise
  556. indulge
    yield to; give satisfaction to
  557. indulgence
    the act of gratifying a desire
  558. inequity
    injustice by virtue of not conforming with standards
  559. inert
    unable to move or resist motion
  560. inevitable
    incapable of being avoided or prevented
  561. infallible
    incapable of failure or error
  562. inference
    a conclusion you can draw based on known evidence
  563. infuse
    fill, as with a certain quality
  564. inherent
    existing as an essential constituent or characteristic
  565. inherent aptitude
    inborn pattern of behavior often responsive to specific stimuli
  566. inhibit
    limit the range or extent of
  567. iniquity
    absence of moral or spiritual values
  568. injudicious
    lacking or showing lack of judgment or discretion; unwise
  569. injunction
    a judicial remedy to prohibit a party from doing something
  570. injustice
    the practice of being unfair
  571. innate reflex
    an automatic instinctive unlearned reaction to a stimulus
  572. innocuous
    not injurious to physical or mental health
  573. input
    signal going into an electronic system
  574. insalubrious
    detrimental to health
  575. insatiable
    impossible to fulfill, appease, or gratify
  576. inscribe
    carve, cut, or etch into a material or surface
  577. inscrutable
    difficult or impossible to understand
  578. insidious
    working or spreading in a hidden and usually injurious way
  579. instill
    impart gradually
  580. instinct
    inborn pattern of behavior often responsive to stimuli
  581. institutional
    relating to an organization founded for a specific purpose
  582. insubordination
    defiance of authority
  583. insurgence
    an organized rebellion aimed at overthrowing a government
  584. insurrection
    organized opposition to authority
  585. intangible
    incapable of being perceived by the senses, especially touch
  586. integrate
    make into a whole or make part of a whole
  587. integrity
    an undivided or unbroken completeness with nothing wanting
  588. intelligible
    capable of being apprehended or understood
  589. interpret
    make sense of; assign a meaning to
  590. intervention
    the act of putting something between two things
  591. intractable
    difficult to manage or mold
  592. intricate
    having many complexly arranged elements; elaborate
  593. intrinsic
    belonging to a thing by its very nature
  594. introspect
    reflect on one's own thoughts and feelings
  595. introspective
    given to examining own sensory and perceptual experiences
  596. introvert
    a person who tends to shrink from social contacts
  597. introverted
    shy, reserved, or inward looking
  598. intrusive
    tending to enter uninvited
  599. intuition
    instinctive knowing, without the use of rational processes
  600. inundate
    fill or cover completely, usually with water
  601. inundation
    an overwhelming number or amount
  602. invasive
    gradually intrusive without right or permission
  603. inverse
    turned backward in order or nature or effect
  604. invidious
    containing or implying a slight or showing prejudice
  605. invigorate
    give life or energy to
  606. ire
    anger; irritability
  607. iridescent
    varying in color when seen in different lights
  608. ironic
    displaying incongruity between what is expected and what is
  609. irrational
    not consistent with or using reason
  610. irrelevance
    the lack of a relation of something to the matter at hand
  611. irrevocable
    incapable of being retracted
  612. irritant
    something that causes discomfort and annoyance
  613. irritated
    aroused to impatience or anger
  614. isthmus
    a narrow strip of land connecting two larger land areas
  615. itinerary
    an established line of travel or access
  616. jubilation
    a feeling of extreme joy
  617. junction
    an act of joining or adjoining things
  618. juxtapose
    place side by side
  619. kaleidoscope
    an optical toy in a tube
  620. karma
    effects of one's actions that determine his or her destiny
  621. lampoon
    ridicule with satire
  622. laparoscopy
    laparotomy performed with a laparoscope that makes a small incision to examine the abdominal cavity (especially the ovaries and Fallopian tubes)
  623. laparotomy
    surgical incision into the abdominal wall
  624. lascivious
    driven by lust
  625. latent hostility
    feelings of hostility that are not manifest
  626. lax
    without rigor or strictness
  627. leaven
    a substance used to produce fermentation in dough
  628. legion
    a large military unit
  629. lewd
    suggestive of or tending to moral looseness
  630. lexicon
    a reference book containing an alphabetical list of words
  631. liberalism
    a political orientation favoring social progress by reform
  632. libertine
    unrestrained by convention or morality
  633. libidinous
    driven by lust
  634. lieu
    the post or function properly occupied or served by another
  635. limbo
    in Catholicism, the place of unbaptized but innocent souls
  636. linger
    remain present although waning or gradually dying
  637. liquidate
    eliminate a debt by paying it off
  638. loath
    strongly opposed
  639. loathsome
    highly offensive; arousing aversion or disgust
  640. loophole
    an ambiguity that makes it possible to evade an obligation
  641. loquacious
    full of trivial conversation
  642. lure
    provoke someone to do something through persuasion
  643. lust
    a strong sexual desire
  644. magnate
    a very wealthy or powerful businessperson
  645. malleable
    capable of being shaped or bent
  646. mandate
    a formal statement of a command to do something
  647. manifest
    clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment
  648. manifesto
    a public declaration of intentions
  649. marred
    blemished by injury or rough wear
  650. masochism
    sexual pleasure obtained from receiving punishment
  651. masochist
    someone who obtains pleasure from receiving punishment
  652. materialistic
    marked by a desire for wealth and possessions
  653. meander
    move or cause to move in a winding or curving course
  654. meddlesome
    intrusive in an offensive manner
  655. median
    relating to or situated in or extending toward the middle
  656. mediate
    act between parties with a view to reconciling differences
  657. meiosis
    cell division that produces reproductive cells
  658. mellifluous
    pleasing to the ear
  659. membrane
    a sheet of tissue that lines or connects organs or cells
  660. mendicant
    a pauper who lives by begging
  661. menial
    relating to unskilled work, especially domestic work
  662. mentality
    a habitual or characteristic attitude of the mind
  663. mercy
    a disposition to be kind and forgiving
  664. metaphysical
    pertaining to the philosophical study of being and knowing
  665. metaphysics
    the philosophical study of being and knowing
  666. methamphetamine
    an amphetamine derivative (trade name Methedrine) used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system and as an appetite suppressant
  667. methodical
    characterized by orderliness
  668. meticulous
    marked by precise accordance with details
  669. metonymy
    substituting the name of a feature for the name of the thing
  670. miasma
    an unwholesome atmosphere
  671. mimic
    imitate, especially for satirical effect
  672. mincing
    affectedly dainty or refined
  673. miscegenation
    marriage or reproduction by people of different races
  674. misconstrue
    interpret in the wrong way
  675. mitigate
    lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of
  676. modality
    the manner or style in which something is done
  677. modest
    marked by simplicity; having a humble opinion of yourself
  678. modesty
    formality and propriety of manner
  679. modus operandi
    an unvarying or habitual method or procedure
  680. mollify
    cause to be more favorably inclined
  681. moral
    concerned with principles of right and wrong
  682. moratorium
    suspension of an ongoing activity
  683. mores
    the conventions embodying the fundamental values of a group
  684. motif
    a recurrent element in a literary or artistic work
  685. murky
    cloudy, dirty, and difficult to see through
  686. mutiny
    open rebellion against constituted authority
  687. mystic
    beyond ordinary understanding
  688. naive
    marked by or showing unaffected simplicity
  689. narcissistic
    having an inflated idea of one's own importance
  690. nascent
    being born or beginning
  691. necessitate
    require as useful, just, or proper
  692. necessity
    the condition of being essential or indispensable
  693. negate
    make ineffective by counterbalancing the effect of
  694. negation
    the speech act of denying or refusing
  695. neologism
    a newly invented word or phrase
  696. nepotism
    favoritism shown to relatives or friends by those in power
  697. neurotic
    affected by worry due to a mental disturbance
  698. nihilism
    complete denial of established authority and institutions
  699. nomenclature
    a system of words used to name things in a discipline
  700. nonchalant
    marked by casual unconcern or indifference
  701. norm
    a standard or model or pattern regarded as typical
  702. nostalgic
    unhappy about being away and longing for familiar things
  703. novice
    someone new to a field or activity
  704. noxious
    injurious to physical or mental health
  705. nuance
    a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude
  706. nubile
    (of young women) attractive and eligible to marry
  707. obsequious
    attempting to win favor from influential people by flattery
  708. obstinate
    refusing to change one's mind or ways; difficult to convince
  709. obtrusive
    sticking out; protruding
  710. occlude
    block passage through
  711. omen
    a sign of a thing about to happen
  712. ominous
    threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments
  713. omission
    leaving out or passing over something
  714. omit
    leave undone or leave out
  715. opaque
    not transmitting or reflecting light or radiant energy
  716. operative
    producing a desired effect
  717. oppress
    come down on or keep down by unjust use of one's authority
  718. oppression
    the act of subjugating by cruelty
  719. opulence
    wealth as evidenced by sumptuous living
  720. opus
    a musical work that has been created
  721. ordain
    invest with ministerial or priestly authority
  722. ordinance
    an authoritative rule
  723. ordination
    the act of conferring holy orders
  724. orifice
    an opening, especially one that opens into a bodily cavity
  725. ornate
    marked by complexity and richness of detail
  726. ostensible
    appearing as such but not necessarily so
  727. ostentatious
    intended to attract notice and impress others
  728. pageant
    an elaborate exhibition or procession
  729. palpable
    capable of being perceived
  730. pander
    yield to; give satisfaction to
  731. panel
    sheet that forms a distinct section of something
  732. pantheon
    a temple to all the gods of antiquity
  733. paradigm
    a standard or typical example
  734. parched
    extremely thirsty
  735. parochial
    relating to or supported by or located in a parish
  736. paroxysm
    a sudden uncontrollable attack
  737. parsimony
    extreme stinginess
  738. partisan
    a fervent and even militant proponent of something
  739. pathogen
    any disease-producing agent
  740. pathos
    a quality that arouses emotions, especially pity or sorrow
  741. patronize
    provide support for
  742. penance
    voluntary self-punishment in order to atone for something
  743. penitent
    feeling or expressing remorse for misdeeds
  744. perception
    the process of becoming aware through the senses
  745. percussion
    the act of exploding a detonator that explodes when struck
  746. percussion instrument
    a musical instrument in which the sound is produced by one object striking another
  747. perdition
    the place or state in which one suffers eternal punishment
  748. perforate
    make a hole into or between, as for ease of separation
  749. permeate
    spread or diffuse through
  750. pernicious
    exceedingly harmful
  751. perpendicular
    intersecting at or forming right angles
  752. perpetual
    continuing forever or indefinitely
  753. perpetuate
    cause to continue or prevail
  754. persecution
    causing someone to suffer
  755. persist
    refuse to stop
  756. personification
    attributing human characteristics to abstract ideas
  757. perturb
    disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried
  758. perverse
    deviating from what is considered moral or right or proper
  759. phenomenon
    any state or process known through the senses
  760. physiognomy
    the human face
  761. piety
    righteousness by virtue of being religiously devout
  762. pigment
    dry coloring material
  763. pinnacle
    a slender upright spire at the top of a buttress or a tower
  764. pioneer
    one the first colonists or settlers in a new territory
  765. pithy
    concise and full of meaning
  766. pity
    a feeling of sympathy and sorrow for misfortunes of others
  767. placate
    cause to be more favorably inclined
  768. plausible
    apparently reasonable, valid, or truthful
  769. plenitude
    a full supply
  770. pliable
    capable of being shaped or bent or drawn out
  771. ploy
    a maneuver in a game, conversation, or situation
  772. pogrom
    organized persecution of an ethnic group, especially Jews
  773. poignancy
    a quality that arouses emotions, especially pity or sorrow
  774. poise
    hold or carry in equilibrium
  775. polarity
    a relation between two opposite attributes or tendencies
  776. polemic
    a verbal or written attack, especially of a belief or dogma
  777. pompous
    puffed up with vanity
  778. ponderous
    having great mass and weight and unwieldiness
  779. pontifical
    proceeding from or ordered by or subject to a pope
  780. portentous
    of momentous or ominous significance
  781. portmanteau
    a large travelling bag made of stiff leather
  782. posthumous
    occurring or coming into existence after a person's death
  783. postulate
    maintain or assert
  784. potency
    the power or right to give orders or make decisions
  785. potent
    having or wielding force or authority
  786. potentate
    a powerful ruler, especially one who is unconstrained by law
  787. precariously
    in a manner affording no ease or reassurance
  788. precedence
    status established in order of importance or urgency
  789. precedent
    an example that is used to justify similar occurrences
  790. predicate
    involve as a necessary condition or consequence
  791. preferable
    more desirable than another
  792. prefix
    an affix that is added in front of the word
  793. premise
    a statement that is held to be true
  794. premonition
    an early warning about a future event
  795. prescient
    perceiving the significance of events before they occur
  796. presume
    take to be the case or to be true
  797. presumption
    a premise that is taken for granted
  798. presumptuous
    going beyond what is appropriate, permitted, or courteous
  799. pretentious
    creating an appearance of importance or distinction
  800. pretext
    a fictitious reason that conceals the real reason
  801. prevalent
    most frequent or common
  802. prevaricate
    be deliberately ambiguous or unclear
  803. pride
    a feeling of self-respect and personal worth
  804. privy
    informed about something secret or not generally known
  805. pro-choice
    advocating a woman's right to control her own body
  806. probe
    an exploratory action or expedition
  807. proclaim
    declare formally
  808. proclivity
    a natural inclination
  809. profligate
    unrestrained by convention or morality
  810. progenitor
    an ancestor in the direct line
  811. prognosis
    a prediction of the course of a disease
  812. prognostication
    a sign of something about to happen
  813. projection
    the act of expelling or ejecting
  814. promiscuous
    casual and unrestrained in sexual behavior
  815. promulgate
    state or announce
  816. propagate
    multiply through reproduction
  817. propagation
    the act of producing offspring
  818. propensity
    a natural inclination
  819. prophecy
    a prediction uttered under divine inspiration
  820. propinquity
    the property of being close together
  821. propitious
    presenting favorable circumstances
  822. propriety
    correct behavior
  823. proscenium
    the part of a stage between the curtain and the orchestra
  824. proscribed
    excluded from use or mention
  825. proscription
    a decree or act that prohibits something
  826. prospective
    of or concerned with or related to the future
  827. protract
    lengthen in time; cause to be or last longer
  828. protuberance
    something that bulges out or projects from its surroundings
  829. provision
    the activity of supplying something
  830. provocation
    a means of arousing or stirring to action
  831. proxy
    a person authorized to act for another
  832. proxy war
    a war instigated by a major power that does not itself participate
  833. prude
    a person excessively concerned about propriety and decorum
  834. prudent
    marked by sound judgment
  835. psychosomatic
    used of illness or symptoms resulting from neurosis
  836. pubescent
    having arrived at the onset of puberty but not fully mature
  837. pugnacity
    a natural disposition to be hostile
  838. punctilious
    marked by precise accordance with details
  839. purge
    rid of impurities
  840. puritan
    someone who adheres to strict religious principles
  841. purport
    have the often misleading appearance of being or intending
  842. purveyor
    someone who supplies provisions, especially food
  843. putative
    purported
  844. putrefaction
    the process of decay caused by bacterial or fungal action
  845. qualitative
    involving distinguishing attributes
  846. quandary
    state of uncertainty in a choice between unfavorable options
  847. query
    an instance of questioning
  848. quotidian
    found in the ordinary course of events
  849. radical
    far beyond the norm
  850. rancor
    a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will
  851. rapport
    a relationship of mutual understanding between people
  852. rapture
    a state of being carried away by overwhelming emotion
  853. raunchy
    earthy and sexually explicit
  854. ravine
    a deep narrow steep-sided valley
  855. rebuke
    an act or expression of criticism and censure
  856. rebuttal
    the speech act of refuting by offering a contrary argument
  857. recalcitrant
    stubbornly resistant to authority or control
  858. reciprocal
    concerning each of two or more persons or things
  859. reciprocate
    act, feel, or give mutually or in return
  860. reciprocity
    a relation of mutual dependence or action or influence
  861. reckon
    expect, believe, or suppose
  862. reclusive
    withdrawn from society; seeking solitude
  863. reconcile
    come to terms
  864. reconciliation
    the reestablishment of cordial relations
  865. recondite
    difficult to understand
  866. reconnaissance
    the act of scouting, especially to gain information
  867. rectitude
    righteousness as a consequence of being honorable and honest
  868. reform
    make changes for improvement to remove abuse and injustices
  869. refractory
    stubbornly resistant to authority or control
  870. refugee
    an exile who flees for safety
  871. refute
    overthrow by argument, evidence, or proof
  872. regent
    someone who rules during the absence of the monarch
  873. regiment
    army unit smaller than a division
  874. regurgitate
    pour or rush back
  875. reluctant
    not eager
  876. reminiscent
    serving to bring to mind
  877. remission
    an abatement in intensity or degree
  878. remnant
    a small part remaining after the main part no longer exists
  879. render
    give or supply
  880. rendition
    a performance of a musical composition or a dramatic role
  881. reorient
    determine one's position once again
  882. reparation
    something done or paid in expiation of a wrong
  883. representational process
    any basic cognitive process in which some entity comes to stand for or represent something else
  884. repress
    conceal or hide
  885. repressive
    restricting action, freedom, or expression
  886. reprimand
    an act or expression of criticism and censure
  887. reprobate
    a person without moral scruples
  888. repudiate
    refuse to acknowledge, ratify, or recognize as valid
  889. repugnance
    intense aversion
  890. reputability
    honorableness by virtue of being respectable and having a good reputation
  891. requisition
    an authoritative demand
  892. resentment
    a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will
  893. residual
    relating to or indicating a remainder
  894. residue
    matter that remains after something has been removed
  895. resilience
    ability of a material to return to its original shape
  896. resilient
    recovering readily from adversity, depression, or the like
  897. resonance
    the characteristic of having a loud deep sound
  898. respite
    a pause from doing something
  899. restitution
    the act of restoring something to its original state
  900. restive
    in a very tense state
  901. resurge
    rise again
  902. retentive
    having the capacity to hold something
  903. reticent
    reluctant to draw attention to yourself
  904. retribution
    a justly deserved penalty
  905. revelation
    the act of making something evident
  906. rhetoric
    study of the technique for using language effectively
  907. rhetorical
    relating to using language effectively
  908. rhetorical question
    an inquiry that is not supposed to be answered
  909. ridicule
    language or behavior intended to mock or humiliate
  910. righteousness
    the quality of adhering to moral principles
  911. rigorous
    strict; allowing no deviation from a standard
  912. rite
    any customary observance or practice
  913. ritual
    the prescribed procedure for conducting religious ceremonies
  914. robust
    sturdy and strong in form, constitution, or construction
  915. rotunda
    a building having a circular plan and a dome
  916. rotundity
    the roundness of a 3-dimensional object
  917. rousing
    capable of stirring enthusiasm or excitement
  918. rudimentary
    being in the earliest stages of development
  919. rugged
    having long narrow shallow depressions in the surface
  920. ruminate
    reflect deeply on a subject
  921. ruse
    a deceptive maneuver, especially to avoid capture
  922. ruthless
    without mercy or pity
  923. sacrament
    a formal religious ceremony conferring a specific grace
  924. sacrilege
    blasphemous behavior
  925. sagacious
    acutely insightful and wise
  926. salacious
    suggestive of or tending to moral looseness
  927. salient
    conspicuous, prominent, or important
  928. salutary
    tending to promote physical well-being; beneficial to health
  929. sanctify
    render holy by means of religious rites
  930. sanction
    official permission or approval
  931. sanguine
    confidently optimistic and cheerful
  932. sardonic
    disdainfully or ironically humorous
  933. saturate
    infuse or fill completely
  934. schism
    division of a group into opposing factions
  935. sect
    a subdivision of a larger religious group
  936. sedate
    characterized by dignity and propriety
  937. sediment
    matter that has been deposited by some natural process
  938. self-indulgence
    an inability to resist the gratification of whims and desires
  939. semantics
    the study of language meaning
  940. semaphore
    an apparatus for visual signaling
  941. semblance
    the outward or apparent appearance or form of something
  942. senile
    mentally or physically infirm with age
  943. senility
    the state of being infirm with age
  944. sensible
    able to feel or perceive
  945. sententious
    concise and full of meaning
  946. sentient
    endowed with feeling and unstructured consciousness
  947. sepulcher
    a chamber that is used as a grave
  948. serenade
    a song played outside the house of a love interest
  949. servitude
    the state of being required to labor for someone else
  950. sesquipedalian
    a very long word (a foot and a half long)
  951. shallow
    lacking physical depth
  952. sidereal
    of or relating to the stars or constellations
  953. simulate
    reproduce someone's behavior or looks
  954. sinister
    wicked, evil, or dishonorable
  955. skeptic
    someone who habitually doubts accepted beliefs
  956. skew
    turn or place at an angle
  957. slander
    words falsely spoken that damage the reputation of another
  958. sluice
    conduit that carries a rapid flow of water
  959. snivel
    cry or whine with snuffling
  960. solace
    comfort offered to one who is disappointed or miserable
  961. solemn
    dignified and somber in manner or character
  962. solicit
    request urgently or persistently
  963. solicitous
    full of anxiety and concern
  964. soliloquize
    talk to oneself
  965. soliloquy
    speech you make to yourself
  966. solitude
    a state of social isolation
  967. soluble
    capable of being dissolved in some solvent
  968. somatic
    characteristic of the body as opposed to the mind or spirit
  969. somber
    serious and gloomy in character
  970. sorrow
    an emotion of great sadness associated with loss
  971. sovereign
    a nation's ruler usually by hereditary right
  972. sovereignty
    the authority of a state to govern another state
  973. spasmodic
    occurring in spells and often abruptly
  974. spatial relation
    the spatial property of a place where or way in which something is situated
  975. specious
    plausible but false
  976. sporadic
    recurring in scattered or unpredictable instances
  977. statute
    an act passed by a legislative body
  978. stickler
    someone who insists on something
  979. stifle
    impair the respiration of or obstruct the air passage of
  980. stimulus
    any information or event that acts to arouse action
  981. stipulation
    a restriction insisted upon as a condition for an agreement
  982. stratagem
    an elaborate or deceitful scheme to deceive or evade
  983. stratify
    form, arrange, or deposit in layers
  984. stubborn
    refusing to change one's mind or ways; difficult to convince
  985. studious
    characterized by diligent study and fondness for reading
  986. suave
    having a sophisticated charm
  987. subdue
    put down by force or intimidation
  988. subjugate
    make subservient; force to submit or subdue
  989. subjugation
    forced submission to control by others
  990. sublimate
    change directly from a solid into a vapor without melting
  991. subliminal
    below the threshold of conscious perception
  992. subsequent
    following in time or order
  993. subservient
    compliant and obedient to authority
  994. subside
    wear off or die down
  995. subtle
    difficult to detect or grasp by the mind or analyze
  996. succinct
    briefly giving the gist of something
  997. succulent
    tasty and full of juice
  998. suffix
    a linguistic element that is added at the end of the word
  999. suffrage
    a legal right to vote
  1000. suggestive
    tending to imply
  1001. summit
    the top or extreme point of something
  1002. summons
    a request to be present
  1003. supercilious
    having or showing arrogant superiority
  1004. superficial
    of, affecting, or being on or near the surface
  1005. superfluous
    more than is needed, desired, or required
  1006. superimpose
    place on top of
  1007. supposition
    the cognitive process of conjecturing
  1008. suppress
    put down by force or authority
  1009. surmise
    infer from incomplete evidence
  1010. surmount
    get on top of; deal with successfully
  1011. surreptitious
    marked by quiet and caution and secrecy
  1012. sustenance
    the act of providing a means of subsistence or survival
  1013. sybarite
    a person addicted to luxury and pleasures of the senses
  1014. syllogism
    reasoning in which a conclusion is derived from two premises
  1015. symbolic
    relating to or using arbitrary signs
  1016. sympathy
    sharing the feelings of others, especially sorrow or anguish
  1017. symptom
    a sensation associated with a particular disease
  1018. synchronize
    happen at the same time
  1019. synecdoche
    using part of something to refer to the whole thing
  1020. synergy
    the working together of two or more things to produce an effect
  1021. syntax
    the study of the rules for forming admissible sentences
  1022. synthesis
    the combination of ideas into a complex whole
  1023. synthetical
    involving or of the nature of synthesis (combining separate elements to form a coherent whole) as opposed to analysis
  1024. taciturn
    habitually reserved and uncommunicative
  1025. tactful
    having a sense of what is considerate in dealing with others
  1026. tangible
    perceptible by the senses, especially the sense of touch
  1027. tarmac
    a paved road or surface, especially at an airport
  1028. tautological
    characterized by unnecessary repetition
  1029. tautology
    useless repetition
  1030. temperament
    your usual mood
  1031. tempestuous
    characterized by violent emotions or behavior
  1032. tempt
    dispose, incline, or entice to
  1033. tenable
    based on sound reasoning or evidence
  1034. tenacious
    stubbornly unyielding
  1035. tenant
    someone who pays rent to use property owned by someone else
  1036. tendentious
    having a strong bias, especially a controversial one
  1037. tentative
    hesitant or lacking confidence; unsettled in mind or opinion
  1038. testament
    strong evidence for something
  1039. textual
    relating to or based on writing
  1040. thrust
    push forcefully
  1041. tolerant
    showing or characterized by broad-mindedness
  1042. tome
    a large and scholarly book
  1043. topical
    pertaining to the surface of a body part
  1044. topography
    the configuration of a surface and its features
  1045. torment
    intense feelings of suffering; acute mental or physical pain
  1046. torque
    a twisting force
  1047. totalitarianism
    a form of government in which the ruler is unconstrained
  1048. tradition
    a specific practice of long standing
  1049. traditionalist
    one who adheres to time-honored views
  1050. transcendent
    exceeding or surpassing usual limits
  1051. transgression
    the violation of a law or a duty or moral principle
  1052. transient
    lasting a very short time
  1053. transitory
    lasting a very short time
  1054. translucent
    allowing light to pass through diffusely
  1055. transpose
    change the order or arrangement of
  1056. treason
    a crime that undermines the offender's government
  1057. trend
    a general tendency to change, as of opinion
  1058. trepidation
    a feeling of alarm or dread
  1059. tribunal
    an assembly to conduct judicial business
  1060. trim
    make a reduction in
  1061. trite
    repeated too often; overfamiliar through overuse
  1062. trope
    language used in a nonliteral sense
  1063. trough
    a long narrow shallow receptacle
  1064. trump
    get the better of
  1065. tumult
    a state of commotion and noise and confusion
  1066. tumultuous
    characterized by unrest or disorder or insubordination
  1067. tyranny
    government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator
  1068. unanimous
    in complete agreement
  1069. uncanny
    surpassing the ordinary or normal
  1070. underpin
    confirm or support with evidence or authority
  1071. unequivocally
    in an unambiguous manner
  1072. unison
    the state of corresponding exactly
  1073. unmitigated
    not diminished or moderated in intensity or severity
  1074. upheaval
    a violent disturbance
  1075. urchin
    a poor and often mischievous city child
  1076. utopian
    pertaining to or resembling an ideally perfect state
  1077. vagrant
    a wanderer with no established residence or means of support
  1078. vague
    lacking clarity or distinctness
  1079. value
    the quality that renders something desirable
  1080. vanguard
    the leading units moving at the head of an army
  1081. vanquish
    defeat in a competition, race, or conflict
  1082. variance
    the quality of being subject to change
  1083. vassalage
    the state of a serf
  1084. vaunt
    show off
  1085. vehement
    marked by extreme intensity of emotions or convictions
  1086. velleity
    a mere wish, unaccompanied by effort
  1087. venal
    capable of being corrupted
  1088. vendetta
    a blood feud between members of opposing parties
  1089. venerate
    regard with feelings of respect and reverence
  1090. vengeance
    harming someone in retaliation for something they have done
  1091. ventriloquist
    a performer who projects the voice into a wooden dummy
  1092. verbatim
    using exactly the same words
  1093. verdict
    findings of a jury on issues submitted to it for decision
  1094. vernacular
    the everyday speech of the people
  1095. versatile
    having great diversity or variety
  1096. vertex
    the highest point of something
  1097. verve
    an energetic style
  1098. vestibule
    a large entrance or reception room or area
  1099. vestigial
    not fully developed in mature animals
  1100. vexation
    anger produced by some annoying irritation
  1101. vicariously
    indirectly, as, by, or through a substitute
  1102. vintage
    the oldness of wines
  1103. virility
    the property of being capable of copulation and procreation
  1104. viscera
    internal organs collectively
  1105. viscid
    having the sticky properties of an adhesive
  1106. viscous
    having a relatively high resistance to flow
  1107. vitality
    the property of being able to survive and grow
  1108. vociferous
    conspicuously and offensively loud
  1109. volatile
    liable to lead to sudden change or violence
  1110. volition
    the act of making a choice
  1111. volitional
    with deliberate intention
  1112. vortex
    a powerful circular current of water
  1113. warrant
    formal and explicit approval
  1114. waterspout
    a tornado passing over water and picking up a column of water and mist
  1115. windbag
    a person who talks a great deal about uninteresting topics
  1116. witticism
    a message whose ingenuity has the power to evoke laughter
  1117. yearn
    desire strongly or persistently
  1118. yield
    give or supply
  1119. zealous
    marked by active interest and enthusiasm
  1120. aseptic
    free of pathological microorganisms
  1121. metabolize
    produce by the organic processes necessary for life
  1122. metabolism
    the organic processes that are necessary for life
  1123. dissolution
    separation into component parts
  1124. temporal
    of or relating to or limited by time
  1125. premiere
    the first public performance of a play or movie
  1126. barrier
    a structure or object that impedes free movement
  1127. impediment
    something immaterial that interferes with action or progress
  1128. convert
    change the nature, purpose, or function of something
  1129. absorb
    take in a liquid
  1130. assimilate
    make alike
  1131. morality
    the quality of being in accord with right or good conduct
  1132. practical
    guided by experience and observation rather than theory
  1133. incommodious
    uncomfortably or inconveniently small
  1134. domain
    a particular environment or walk of life
  1135. precocious
    characterized by exceptionally early development
  1136. contentious
    showing an inclination to disagree
  1137. interpretation
    the act of expressing something in an artistic performance
  1138. vicinity
    a surrounding or nearby region
  1139. sedition
    an illegal action inciting resistance to lawful authority
  1140. libel
    a false and malicious publication
  1141. manifestation
    a clear appearance
  1142. peregrination
    traveling or wandering around
  1143. arbiter
    someone chosen to judge and decide a disputed issue
  1144. desecrate
    violate the sacred character of a place or language
  1145. affinity
    a natural attraction or feeling of kinship
  1146. oblique
    slanting or inclined in direction or course or position
  1147. convergent
    tending to come together from different directions
  1148. divergent
    tending to move apart in different directions
  1149. radiating
    diverging from a common point
  1150. exacerbate
    make worse
  1151. contrive
    make or work out a plan for; devise
  1152. emigrate
    leave one's country of residence for a new one
  1153. asperse
    charge falsely or with malicious intent
  1154. belittle
    cause to seem lesser or inferior
  1155. indiscretion
    the trait of lacking good judgment or tact
  1156. injudiciousness
    the trait of being injudicious
  1157. confined
    being in captivity
  1158. rostrum
    a platform raised above the surrounding level
  1159. epithet
    descriptive word or phrase
  1160. pejorative
    expressing disapproval
  1161. contemptuous
    expressing extreme scorn
  1162. meek
    humble in spirit or manner
  1163. docile
    easily handled or managed
  1164. seduction
    enticing someone astray from right behavior
  1165. temptation
    the act of influencing by exciting hope or desire
  1166. seduce
    lure or entice away from duty, principles, or proper conduct
  1167. amicably
    in a friendly manner
  1168. pessimistic
    expecting the worst possible outcome
  1169. pessimist
    a person who expects the worst
  1170. relay
    passing something along from one person or group to another
  1171. epitome
    a standard or typical example
  1172. enrapture
    hold spellbound
  1173. beguile
    attract; cause to be enamored
  1174. elegance
    a refined quality of gracefulness and good taste
  1175. embellish
    make more attractive, as by adding ornament or color
  1176. aggrandize
    embellish; increase the scope, power, or importance of
  1177. vista
    the visual percept of a region
  1178. prospect
    the possibility of future success
  1179. displacement
    the act of moving something from its natural environment
  1180. conventional
    following accepted customs and proprieties
  1181. profound
    situated at or extending to great depth
  1182. frivolous
    not serious in content, attitude, or behavior
  1183. pedantic
    marked by a narrow focus on or display of learning
  1184. paradox
    a statement that contradicts itself
  1185. inflated
    enlarged beyond truth or reasonableness
  1186. axiomatic
    evident without proof or argument
  1187. confines
    a bounded scope
  1188. nimble
    moving quickly and lightly
  1189. prehensile
    adapted for grasping especially by wrapping around an object
  1190. pretension
    the advancing of a claim
  1191. erudite
    having or showing profound knowledge
  1192. infeasible
    not capable of being carried out or put into practice
  1193. feasible
    capable of being done with means at hand
  1194. lamentation
    the passionate activity of expressing grief
  1195. bequeath
    leave or give, especially by will after one's death
  1196. approbation
    official acceptance or agreement
  1197. salvage
    rescuing a ship or its crew from a shipwreck or a fire
  1198. infiltrate
    pass through an enemy line in a military conflict
  1199. percolate
    cause to pass through a permeable substance
  1200. opportune
    suitable or advantageous especially for a particular purpose
  1201. iniquitous
    characterized by injustice or wickedness
  1202. latitude
    an imaginary line around the Earth parallel to the equator
  1203. veracity
    unwillingness to tell lies
  1204. vicarious
    experienced at secondhand
  1205. Mesoamerica
    Mexico and Central America
  1206. hedonism
    an ethical system that values the pursuit of pleasure
  1207. cultivated
    developed by human care and for human use
  1208. gratuity
    a small, extra gift of money for services rendered
  1209. myriad
    a large indefinite number
  1210. deterrent
    something immaterial that interferes with action or progress
  1211. assume
    take to be the case or to be true
  1212. polysemous
    having many meanings
  1213. emancipate
    free from slavery or servitude
  1214. condole
    express one's sympathy on the occasion of someone's death
  1215. contagion
    an incident in which an infectious disease is transmitted
  1216. jeopardy
    a source of danger
  1217. aghast
    struck with fear, dread, or consternation
  1218. plight
    a situation from which extrication is difficult
  1219. fiasco
    a complete failure or collapse
  1220. monetary
    relating to or involving money
  1221. masquerade
    a party of guests wearing costumes and disguises
  1222. pretense
    the act of giving a false appearance
  1223. misanthrope
    someone who dislikes people in general
  1224. acerbic
    sour or bitter in taste
  1225. lament
    a cry of sorrow and grief
  1226. decelerate
    lose velocity; move more slowly
  1227. veritable
    not counterfeit or copied
  1228. mystify
    be puzzling or bewildering to
  1229. compunction
    a feeling of deep regret, usually for some misdeed
  1230. repentance
    remorse for your past conduct
  1231. gesticulation
    a deliberate and vigorous motion of the hands or body
  1232. lugubrious
    excessively mournful
  1233. geniality
    a disposition to be friendly and approachable
  1234. innuendo
    an indirect and usually malicious implication
  1235. insinuation
    an indirect (and usually malicious) implication
  1236. insinuate
    suggest in an indirect or covert way; give to understand
  1237. consanguinity
    relation by blood
  1238. abode
    any address at which you dwell more than temporarily
  1239. juxtaposition
    the act of positioning close together
  1240. reminiscent
    serving to bring to mind
  1241. hermeneutics
    theology that deals with principles of interpretation
  1242. intermittent
    stopping and starting at irregular intervals
  1243. sporadic
    recurring in scattered or unpredictable instances
  1244. divulge
    make known to the public information previously kept secret
  1245. munition
    weapons considered collectively
  1246. cynical
    believing the worst of human nature and motives
  1247. proclivity
    a natural inclination
  1248. indulge
    yield to; give satisfaction to
  1249. fractious
    easily irritated or annoyed
  1250. reticent
    reluctant to draw attention to yourself
  1251. intuitive
    spontaneously derived from or prompted by a natural tendency
  1252. spontaneous
    said or done without having been planned in advance
  1253. spontaneous
    said or done without having been planned in advance
  1254. deduce
    reason from the general to the particular
  1255. corporal
    affecting the body as opposed to the mind or spirit
  1256. commission
    the act of granting authority to undertake certain functions
  1257. intuitive
    spontaneously derived from or prompted by a natural tendency
  1258. inclination
    the act of bending forward
  1259. tendency
    an inclination to do something
  1260. polysemy
    the property of a word or expression having multiple meanings
  1261. traverse
    journey across or pass over
  1262. transient
    lasting a very short time
  1263. aggregate
    a sum total of many heterogeneous things taken together
  1264. implication
    something that is inferred
  1265. pretext
    a fictitious reason that conceals the real reason
  1266. insinuate
    suggest in an indirect or covert way; give to understand
  1267. repent
    feel sorry for; be contrite about
  1268. contrite
    feeling or expressing pain or sorrow
  1269. convalesce
    get over an illness or shock
  1270. auscultation
    listening to sounds within the body with a stethoscope
  1271. juxtapose
    place side by side
  1272. levy
    impose and collect
  1273. caldron
    a very large pot that is used for boiling
  1274. abecedarian
    alphabetically arranged, as for beginning readers
  1275. orthography
    representing the sounds of a language by written symbols
  1276. metaphysical
    pertaining to the philosophical study of being and knowing
  1277. uninhibited
    not restrained
  1278. inhibitor
    a substance that slows or stops an activity
  1279. ordinance
    an authoritative rule
  1280. ordinance
    an authoritative rule
  1281. titular
    existing in name only
  1282. faux pas
    a socially awkward or tactless act
  1283. etiquette
    rules governing socially acceptable behavior
  1284. whim
    an odd or fanciful or capricious idea
  1285. capricious
    determined by chance or impulse rather than by necessity
  1286. notion
    a general inclusive concept
  1287. conceive
    have the idea for
  1288. self-righteous
    excessively or hypocritically pious
  1289. demeaning
    causing someone to lose status or the respect of others
  1290. dignity
    the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect
  1291. preposterous
    inviting ridicule
  1292. perpetual
    continuing forever or indefinitely
  1293. embargo
    a government order imposing a trade barrier
  1294. denote
    have as a meaning
  1295. layout
    a plan or design of something that is laid out
  1296. indiscretion
    the trait of lacking good judgment or tact
  1297. repudiate
    refuse to acknowledge, ratify, or recognize as valid
  1298. fluster
    cause to be nervous or upset
  1299. fester
    generate pus
  1300. impartial
    free from undue bias or preconceived opinions
  1301. antithetical
    sharply contrasted in character or purpose
  1302. mores
    the conventions embodying the fundamental values of a group
  1303. transient
    lasting a very short time
  1304. repeal
    cancel officially
  1305. concept
    an abstract or general idea inferred from specific instances
  1306. pedantic
    marked by a narrow focus on or display of learning
  1307. facetious
    cleverly amusing in tone
  1308. denounce
    speak out against
  1309. apparatus
    equipment designed to serve a specific function
  1310. chastise
    scold or criticize severely
  1311. satire
    witty language used to convey insults or scorn
  1312. latency
    the state of being not yet evident or active
  1313. covenant
    an agreement between a god and the people
  1314. bigotry
    intolerance and prejudice
  1315. deplorable
    of very poor quality or condition
  1316. shrewd
    marked by practical hardheaded intelligence
  1317. provisions
    a stock or supply of foods
  1318. domicile
    housing that someone is living in
  1319. deductible
    an amount that can be subtracted, as for tax purposes
  1320. appeal
    earnest or urgent request
  1321. transcription
    something written, copied from one medium to another
  1322. temperament
    your usual mood
  1323. paradigm
    a standard or typical example
  1324. stipulation
    a restriction insisted upon as a condition for an agreement
  1325. recluse
    one who lives in solitude
  1326. ordained
    fixed or established especially by command
  1327. sadist
    someone who obtains pleasure from inflicting pain on others
  1328. ancillary
    furnishing added support
  1329. docile
    easily handled or managed
  1330. agenda
    a list of matters to be taken up, as at a meeting
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