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SAT Vocabulary Word List
This is a list of all the words included in the 'SAT Visual Vocab ' App for the iPod Touch/iPhone. The app explains these difficult SAT words with the help of 2-3 usage sentences in the form of a short story. Each script is professionally-read for best comprehension. Text of every script is also part of the iPhone/iTouch application. Overall there is 12 hours of audio inside the app apart from cool and entertaining illustrations for learning these words.
1 abase (v)to embarrass or shame someone else; it also means to lower yourself physically or in rank
2 abdicate (v) to give up power or control
3 abduction (n)a kidnapping, taking away or carrying someone off against his or her will
4 abet (v) to give help to someone who is doing something wrong
5 abeyance (n) a state of temporary inactivity or to stop for a period of time
6 abjure (v)to take back or claim that something isn't true, or to give up on your previous beliefs
7 abnegation (n) act of staying away from something
8 abominable (adj)
very unlikable, easy to hate, or disgusting
9 abound (v) to exist in great size or large numbers
10 abrasive (adj)something that is rough like sandpaper, or something causing friction or tension
11 abridge (v) to cut short, reduce in size or to shrink
12 abscond (v) to make off with something secretly
13 abstain (v) to hold back from something, avoid, or quit
14 abstruse (adj) deep, hard to understand, or complicated
15 abusive (adj) treating someone or something badly or being harmful or insulting
16 abysmal (adj) terrible or awful
17 academic (adj) having to do with formal education or with teaching and learning
18 accentuate (v) to make something more important or to highlight
19 accessory (n) an assistant, and also refers to an add-on
20 acclivity (n) an upward slope (as of ground)
21 accolade (n) awards, honors, or praise
22 accommodate (v)
to make room for something, to help out, to go well with, or to do a favor for someone
23 accouter (v)to give clothing and equipment to someone, especially for military service
24 accrue (v) to grow in size or number over time, to add to something slowly
25 acerbity (n) bitterness, roughness or sharpness
26 acetic (adj) sour, acid-like, related to vinegar
27 acidulous (adj) sour or sharp in taste or manner
28 acquiesce (v) to agree to without protest, generally without enthusiasm
29 acrid (adj) acid, sour, biting or stinging, burning, or bitter in taste or manner
30 acrimonious (adj)
bitter or harsh
31 actuarial (adj) having to do with insurance risks and premiums
32 acuity (n) keenness, acuteness or sharpness
33 acumen (n) great skill, smartness
34 adapt (v) to adjust or to change something to meet a new circumstance
35 addendum (n) an addition at the end of a book, an extra part, or something added
36 adept (adj) highly skilled or experienced in a particular area, proficient
37 adhere (v)to hold tightly, to support a certain cause, rule, or belief, or to stay attached to something
38 adjourn (v)to postpone to a later time, or to move to another room during a meeting or in court
39 adjunct (n)someone with lesser status or someone or something that provides assistance
40 admonish (v) to scold gently, to correct in a well meaning way
41 adorn (v) to decorate, make prettier or to beautify
42 adulterate (v) to make impure by adding something that is inferior
43 adumbrate (trv) to outline, or to foreshadow
44 adverse (adj) bad, unfavorable, or against someone or something
45 advocacy (n) support, help, or the act of fighting for something or someone
46 advocate (v) to support, speak, or act in favor of something
47 aegis (n) sponsorship, leadership or protection
48 affable (adj)friendly, easy to be around, or having good manners and pleasant speech
49 affiliation (n) a connection to or an association with someone or something
50 affinity (n)a family relationship that is not by blood but by marriage, or a natural attraction
51 affirm (trv) to say something in a positive way
52 affix (v) to attach, to connect, to add on, or to secure
53 affront (n) an insult or show of disrespect
54 aftermath (n) the results of an event, the effects or outcome of an action or situation
55 agenda (n) a plan, list of things to be done or something one hopes to accomplish
56 agglomeration (n)
a cluster of something, mass of varied parts
57 aggrandize (v) to expand something or make it bigger, to exaggerate
58 aghast (adj)to be in wonder or fear, feeling great horror, or being very upset at seeing something
59 agility (n) the ability to move or think quickly and easily
60 agnostic (n) someone who is not certain about existence of god
61 agog (adj) to be very excited, eager and full of interest
62 alacrity (n) being eager, ready, and willing to do something
63 alchemy (n)a medieval chemical science aiming to convert the base metals into gold
64 alimony (n) payment made to a former spouse to help with living expenses
65 allay (v) to calm, to ease
66 allege (v) to claim that something is true
67 allegory (n) a story that symbolizes an abstract meaning
68 alloy (n) a combination of two or more metals
69 allude (v) to suggest or refer to something indirectly
70 aloft (adv) held up, in the air, flying or in a high place
71 amalgam (n) a combination or mixture
72 amass (v) to collect for oneself or to accumulate
73 ambience (n) the atmosphere or feeling of a place
74 ambivalent (adj)undecided or simultaneously having opposite or conflicting feelings, such as love and hate
75 amble (v) to walk leisurely or to stroll
76 ambulatory (adj)able to walk
77 ameliorate (v) to make more tolerable or to make better
78 amenable (adj) ready to be changed or controlled
79 amend (v) to make better or improve, and to change or revise
80 amenities (n) pleasant qualities or behavior, or pleasant features or attractions
81 amiable (adj) having a pleasant and friendly disposition
82 amicable (adj) friendly, pleasant, and good-natured
83 amiss (adj)something that seems wrong about a situation, when something is not right or is out of order
84 amity (n) friendship and peaceful harmony
85 amnesia (n) loss of memory, often caused by trauma or shock
86 amorous (adj) being loving, full of love, having to do with sexual love
87 amorphous (adj) lacking a definite shape or form
88 ample (adj) plenty, more than enough
89 amplify (v) to make larger or stronger
90 amputate (v) to cut off a limb or body part, usually during surgery
91 anachronistic (adj)
out of place in a particular time period or out of chronological order
92 analgesic (n) a pain killer or a remedy for pain
93 analogous (adj) very similar or comparable in some way
94 anarchy (n) the complete absence of government or order
95 anathema (n) a person or thing that is extremely hated or disliked
96 ancestry (n) family ties or all the members of your family that came before you
97 anesthetic (n) a substance that causes numbness or a loss of sensation in body
98 anguish (n) great suffering, usually from worry, grief, or pain
99 angular (adj) having angles; it can also mean stiff and awkward
100 animosity (n) extreme dislike, hatred, or ill will
101 animus (n) a feeling of strong dislike or hatred
102 annihilate (v) to destroy completely or kill
103 annotation (n) a critical or explanatory note in a text
104 anoint (v)to rub or sprinkle oil on, to make sacred, or to choose by divine knowledge
105 anomalous (adj) to be out of the ordinary or unusual
106 anonymity (n) being nameless or having no personal identity
107 antagonism (n) an opposition, tension or competition between two or more things
108 antecede (v) to come before something
109 antecedents (n) the history or events of one's earlier life
110 antedate (v)to happen before a particular time or date, or to assign an earlier date to something
111 anterior (adj) at or toward the front
112 anthology (n) a collection of literary pieces in a single format, like a book
113 anthropocentric (adj)
believing humans are central to and above everything in the universe
114 anthropoid (adj) looking like a human, especially certain types of apes
115 anthropologist (n)
a person who studies human behavior and nature, and the development and origins of human society
116 antipathy (n) dislike, hatred, or the object of dislike
117 antipodal (adj) being directly opposite one another or contrary
118 antiquated (adj) very old, behind the times, or antique
119 antiseptic (n) any substance that stops or prevents infection
120 antithesis (n) the exact opposite of something or someone
121 apathy (n) lack of emotion or interest
122 ape (v) to copy or mimic the actions of someone
123 aphasia (n)the loss of power to use or understand words, usually caused by brain disease or injury
124 apiary (n) a place where bees are kept
125 apocalyptic (adj)predicting imminent disaster or total destruction
126 apolitical (adj) not political, not concerned with politicians or the government
127 apostate (n)a person who turns against their religious beliefs, political party, or cause they used to support
128 apothegm (n) a short, wise statement or saying
129 apotheosis (n) the elevation to the status of a god or ideal being
130 appall (v) to horrify, shock, disgust, or revolt someone
131 apparatus (n) the instruments, materials, tools, etc. needed for a specific purpose
132 apparition (n) a ghostly figure
133 appease (v) to calm someone down, especially by giving in to the demands
134 appellation (n) name or title
135 append (v) to add on or to attach
136 application (n) the act of applying or the act of putting something on
137 apportion (v) to divide or distribute in shares, usually according to a plan
138 apposite (adj) appropriate or relevant to a situation
139 appraise (v) to estimate the value or worth of something
140 appreciate (v)to think well of or be grateful for; it can also means to increase in value or worth
141 apprehensive (adj)
worried or anxious, or having fear of what may happen
142 apprenticeship (n)
a period of learning or studying under a master in a particular field or craft
143 apprise (v) to inform or to give news
144 approbation (n) an official approval, praise, or commendation
145 appropriate (adj)being right or correct, or suitable
146 appurtenance (n)
something added to something else, or a piece of equipment
147 apropos (adv) at the right time or in just the right way;
148 aquatic (adj) living in or being done on the water, or related to the ocean
149 aquiline (adj) curved or hooked
150 arable (adj) to be ready for growing crops, suitable for plowing
151 arbitrator (n)a third party or person who steps in to smooth over or settle a disagreement
152 arboretum (n)a place where many different types of trees and shrubs are grown for study and exhibition
153 arcade (n) a passage with an arched roof or any passageway
154 arcane (adj) meant for or known to only a select few
155 archaeology (n)the scientific study of ancient peoples and their cultures, by analysis of their artifacts and relics
156 archaic (adj) old and out of use
157 archipelago (n) a group of islands or a sea that contains a group of islands
158 archive (n) a preserved collection of documents or information
159 ardent (adj) warm or intense, usually describing feelings or emotions
160 arduous (adj) difficult, exhausting or requiring lots of energy and effort
161 aria (n) a song performed solo, as in an opera
162 arid (adj) dry, barren, lacking in rainfall, useless, or dull
163 aristocracy (n) the privileged minority or upper class
164 armada (n) a large group of armed ships
165 armistice (n)a temporary cease-fire between warring parties just before a peace treaty is made
166 arousal (n) an action or feeling that excites or stimulates
167 arraign (v) to charge or to accuse
168 arrant (adj) extreme, outright, notorious
169 arrears (n) an overdue debt or being behind in payments or in work
170 arrest (v) to take into custody by legal authority
171 arrogant (adj) full of pride and self-importance
172 arroyo (n) a dry creek which fills with water after rain
173 arsenal (n)a place for making and storing weapons, a storehouse, a supply, or resources
174 articulate (adj) using language clearly or spoken in a way that is easily understood
175 artifice (n) a trick, a deception, or a clever move
176 ascendancy (n) a position in which one has control or power, or is governing
177 ascertain (v) to learn, to find out with certainty, or to discover through investigation
178 ascribe (v) to assign or attribute, as a cause or a source of something
179 aseptic (adj) germ-free; it can also mean lacking in emotion or warmth
180 ashen (adj) very gray or pale, looking like ash
181 asinine (adj) stupid, foolish, or lacking good sense or intelligence
182 askew (adj) out of line, or off center
183 aspersion (n) a damaging remark about someone or something, or verbal abuse
184 assay (v) to test, to analyze, to try or attempt to analyze the ingredients of something
185 assent (v) to agree to or to approve
186 assert (v) to insist on something or to state strongly
187 assiduous (adj) very dedicated and determined; one who does things with great care
188 assimilate (v) to absorb or incorporate, to become like, or to adapt
189 assonance (n) similarity of vowel sounds or repetition of vowels
190 assuage (v) to ease the pain, to soothe, or to pacify
191 astral (adj) related to stars or star-like
192 astringent (adj) having a harsh or biting quality; bitter or sharp
193 astronomical (adj)
related to astronomy; it also means extremely large in numbers or quantities
194 astute (adj) very clever, smart and perceptive
195 asunder (adj) cut apart or being apart in direction or position
196 asylum (n) a place that offers safety; a hospital or sanctuary
197 atheistic (adj) related to a disbelief in god, or rejecting god's existence
198 atone (v) to reconcile or make up for a mistake
199 atrocity (n) a horrible, violent or cruel act
200 atrophy (n) wasting away, especially of body tissue, muscle, or organ
201 attenuate (v) to weaken or to lessen the severity, intensity, or value of something
202 attest (v) to declare or show that something is true
203 attribute (n) a characteristic or quality of a person or thing
204 attrition (n)wearing away, a normal loss of workers or members by retirement or dying
205 atypical (adj) not typical or characteristic
206 audacious (adj) courageous, or having a devil-may-care attitude
207 audit (n) an examination of financial records for a person or business
208 auditory (adj) having to do with hearing
209 augury (n) a foretelling of the future, a prediction, or the ability to tell the future
210 aureole (n) a ring of light often like a halo
211 auroral (adj) connected to or similar to the northern lights
212 auspicious (adj) of good omen for the future, favorable or promising
213 authoritarian (adj)
believing in, relating to, or enforcing unquestioning obedience to authority
214 authoritative (adj)
truthful, reliable, or having expert knowledge
215 autocratic (adj) like a tyrant, assertion of total authority
216 automaton (n)a machine designed to work automatically by following a predetermined actions, a robot
217 autopsy (n) an examination of a dead body, or any detailed inspection
218 auxiliary (adj) giving help or aid, reserve
219 avant-garde (adj)
descriptive of leaders in new fashion, art, literary, or architectural movements
220 avenge (v) to get revenge for an injury or wrongdoing
221 aver (v) to state positively or declare to be true
222 aversion (n)an extreme dislike for something, or a strong reaction against something
223 avert (v) to turn away from or to keep from happening
224 aviary (n) a place where birds are kept
225 avocation (n)any activity that is done in addition to one's regular work, usually for enjoyment
226 avuncular (adj) of or like an uncle
227 awe (n) a feeling of amazement, fear, admiration and/or respect
228 axiom (n) something that's generally accepted as true or self-evident
229 bacchanalian (adj)
related to a drunken festival or wild partying
230 badger (v) to bother or to nag
231 badinage (n) playful conversation or speak in a witty manner
232 baffle (v) to confuse or frustrate someone
233 baleful (adj) harmful, threatening, evil in effect or intent
234 balk (v) to refuse to do something, to stop short of something
235 ballast (n)anything heavy carried in a ship, airplane or vehicle in order to give stability
236 ballyhoo (n) loud talk or a noisy uproar
237 balmy (adj) pleasant, soothing, or mild
238 banal (adj) ordinary, common place or unoriginal
239 bandy (v) to throw or pass back and forth
240 bane (n) something that cause deadly harm or ruin
241 bantering (adj) funny in tone or attitude, joking
242 barb (n) a spike, a sharp point, or a mean comment or remark
243 bard (n) someone who writes poems, a poet
244 barrage (n) an unending attack, a bombing, or an overwhelming outpouring
245 barren (adj) unfruitful, lifeless, or unable to produce
246 barricade (n) a barrier thrown up quickly for defense
247 barterer (n) a person who does business by trading goods without using money
248 bask (v) to relax in warmth or be satisfied
249 bastion (n) a fortified place of strong defense
250 bauble (n) a pretty but cheap ornament; the scepter carried by a court jester
251 bawdy (adj) funny but indecent, or vulgar humor
252 beam (n)a long piece of wood, metal, or other material used mainly to support weight
253 beatific (adj) making someone or something blissful, blessed, or pure
254 beatitude (n) a state of perfect happiness or being blessed
255 bedizen (v) to dress or decorate in a cheap, showy way
256 bedlam (n) a scene of great confusion and wildness or great uproar
257 bedraggle (v) to make wet, limp and dirty
258 beeline (n) a straight line or direct route
259 befuddle (v) to confuse someone
260 begrudge (v)to feel ill will or to regard someone or something with displeasure or resentment
261 behest (n) an order, a directive or a strong request
262 belie (v) to tell lies, to misrepresent, or to prove false
263 bellicose (adj) warlike, ready to attack or eager to fight
264 belligerent (adj) hostile, inclined to fight, or aggressive
265 bemoan (v) to express grief about someone or something
266 bemused (adj) puzzled or confused
267 benediction (n) a blessing or good wishes
268 beneficiary (n) someone who benefits from something
269 benevolent (adj) kind, good-hearted, or generous
270 benign (adj) good-natured and kindly; causing no harm
271 bent (adj) determined, committed and eager
272 bequeath (v) to hand down or to leave to another through a last will and testament
273 berate (v) to attack verbally, to criticize or scold strongly
274 bereave (trv) to deprive someone of something and leave in sad or lonely state
275 bereft (adj) to be deprived of something
276 berserk (adj) in a state of violent or destructive rage
277 beseech (v) to beg or plead for something
278 beset (v) to cover, attack, or surround on all sides
279 besiege (v) to surround with armed force
280 besmirch (v) to soil or to bring dishonor to someone or something
281 bestial (adj) behaving like a beast
282 bestow (v) to give or present as a gift
283 betray (v) to help an enemy, to disclose secret information or reveal unknowingly
284 bias (n) prejudice or tendency; it can also mean a diagonal direction
285 bicameral (adj) a legislative body with two branches or houses
286 bicker (v) to have a silly fight or to argue over unimportant things
287 bilious (adj)being bad-tempered or feeling ill; it can refer to someone suffering from liver disease
288 bilk (v) to cheat or to trick someone
289 billowing (adj) flowing in a large mass
290 bivouac (n) a temporary encampment or shelter, often out in the open
291 bizarre (adj) very strange or odd
292 blanch (v) to whiten, to lose color or bleach
293 bland (adj)pleasantly mild and soothing, not sharp or harsh; it also means tasteless or flavorless
294 blare (n) a loud noise
295 blase (adj) feeling or acting bored after having experienced something to excess
296 blasphemy (n) any disrespectful remark or action against god or religion
297 blatant (adj) conspicuous, often to the point of being offensive
298 bleak (adj) bare, cold, and gloomy
299 blighted (adj) injured or diseased
300 blithe (adj) carefree, cheerful or showing no concern
301 bloated (adj)swollen or puffed up; it can also refer to a swelling in the abdomen, usually due to liquid
302 bludgeon (n) a club
303 bluff (adj) bold, outspoken or blunt
304 blunder (n) a clumsy or careless move or a foolish or stupid mistake
305 blurt (v) to say something quickly without thinking
306 bluster (v) to blow in loud gusts
307 bode (v) to predict or to be an omen of something: often used in conjunction with ill or well.
308 bogus (adj) fake or not real
309 bohemian (adj) artistic, unconventional, often itinerant
310 bolster (v) to support or to strengthen
311 bombardment (n)
an attack with artillery
312 bombastic (adj)to be characterized by grand, dramatic gestures, inflated and overblown
313 bon vivant (n)someone who enjoys the good life, especially through good food and drink
314 booming (adj) very active, busy or loud
315 boon (n) something to be thankful for or something that is asked for
316 boorish (adj) behaving in a rude manner
317 botch (v) to do something carelessly or clumsily
318 bountiful (adj) unusually large, or giving freely and generously
319 bourgeois (adj) wanting material things
320 bovine (adj) like a cow; slow and dull
321 bowdlerize (v) to cleanup or alter written work so as to make it less controversial
322 boycott (v) to refuse to buy, sell, or use something as a means of punishment
323 braggart (n) a person who is cocky and brags a lot
324 brawn (n) strong, well-developed muscles
325 brazen (adj) bold and unashamed, or extremely cocky
326 breach (n)a break or tear; it also means failure to follow the terms of an agreement
327 breadth (n)general size, scope, distance from side to side, or the extent of something
328 brindled (adj) gray with dark spots, a spotty pattern
329 bristling (adj) angry and offended
330 brittle (adj) easily broken or shattered, or being hard and inflexible
331 broach (v)to mention, to suggest or to introduce something as a topic of conversation
332 bromide (n) a cliche, boring or ordinary statement that is repeated often
333 brooch (n)a piece of jewelry that attaches to a shirt with a pin or a decorative clasp
334 brouhaha (n) turmoil, heated confrontation or huge fight over something small
335 browbeat (v) to bully, to pressure someone into doing something or to intimidate
336 browse (v) to look casually at something, to look without a clear purpose
337 brunt (n) the full force of something
338 brusque (adj) rough and abrupt in manner or speech
339 buccaneer (n) a pirate
340 buffet (v) to hit with violent blows, to punch or slap
341 buffoonery (n)something that's ridiculous and funny but can be seen as rude or embarrassing
342 bullion (n) gold or silver in the form of bars or coins
343 bulwark (n)a structure that acts as a defense, something that protects from outside danger
344 bungalow (n) a small, one-storey house
345 bungle (v)to make a mess of something or to do something awkwardly and ineptly
346 buoyant (adj)tending to float or rise in liquid or in air; it can also mean having a light and cheerful spirit
347 bureaucracy (n) a group of administrative govt officials and departments
348 burgeon (v) to grow rapidly, multiply and bloom
349 burlesque (v) to imitate in a comical or mocking manner, or to parody
350 burly (adj) large-bodied, big and husky
351 burnish (v) to make something shiny
352 buttress (v) to support or reinforce something, often with brick, wood, or stone
353 buxom (adj) healthy, plump, and jolly
354 byzantine (adj) characteristic of the ancient byzantine empire; complex
355 cadaver (n) a dead body
356 cajole (v) to persuade with flattery or sweet talk
357 callous (adj) indifferent or insensitive to other people's feelings
358 calorific (adj) something or someone who produces heat
359 camaraderie (n) loyalty and friendship among a group of people
360 candid (adj) honest in what one writes or says
361 candor (n) the straight-forward, or quality of being fair, honest, and frank
362 cantankerous (adj)
cranky, unpleasant or hard to get along with
363 captious (adj) objecting to something or being critical of something
364 careen (v) to sway or lurch sideways, especially while moving rapidly
365 carnal (adj)related to the body as opposed to the spiritual; it also means having to do with sexual experience
366 castigate (v) to criticize or punish severely, especially to correct a behavior
367 cataclysm (n)a disaster, great upheaval that causes sudden and often violent changes
368 categorical (adj) absolute, direct, without conditions
369 catharsis (n) a release of tensions or purifying of the emotions
370 catholic (adj) universal, of a general scope or wide-ranging
371 caucus (n) a meeting of leaders to decide on policy, pick candidates, etc
372 causal (adj) relating to cause and effect
373 cavalcade (n) a procession such as of horsemen and carriages
374 cavil (v) to complain, to find fault unnecessarily
375 celibate (adj) related to avoidance of sexual activities, or unmarried
376 chafe (v)to wear away by rubbing or to warm by rubbing; it also means to irritate or annoy
377 chaff (n) waste or debris; the word can also be used as a verb, meaning to tease good-naturedly
378 chagrin (n) a feeling of embarrassment and annoyance
379 chary (adj) being very careful about danger
380 chastise (v) to discipline, to criticize sharply, or to scold
381 chauvinist (adj)one who has extreme devotion to one's gender, race, country, etc
382 chimerical (adj) imaginary, fantastic, or absurd
383 choleric (adj) having or showing a quick temper, irritable
384 churlish (adj) one who is mean and rude or grumpy
385 chutzpah (n) shameless boldness, arrogance and nerve
386 clamber (v) to climb with effort, usually clumsily
387 clamor (n) a loud noise or outcry such as a shout, demand, or complaint
388 cliche (n) an idea that's been repeated too much
389 coagulate (v) to thicken into a mass; to clot
390 coerce (v) to force or compel someone to do something
391 coiffure (n) a way of styling the hair, hairstyle
392 commandeer (v) to take something by force or to force someone into military service
393 commensurate (adj)
to be proportionate to in size or correspond in extent
394 commiserate (v) to sympathize with, to show sorrow for, or to offer condolences
395 commodious (adj)
offering plenty of room or space
396 commodity (n) a useful item or product for sale
397 complacent (adj)
being self-satisfied and uncritically pleased with one's circumstances
398 complaisant (adj)
willing to please or oblige
399 compliant (adj) tending to obey
400 comport (v)to conduct oneself in a particular way; it also means to agree or be appropriate
401 concerted (adj) mutually arranged or agreed upon; coordinated
402 conciliatory (adj)making peace or attempting to solve a dispute through goodwill
403 concise (adj) brief and to the point
404 concomitant (adj)
existing along with something else, accompanying, or associating with it
405 congenial (adj) agreeable in tastes and temperament
406 congruent (adj) being consistent or in agreement
407 connubial (adj) the state of being married
408 conscript (v) to force into service for the government or to enroll in the armed forces
409 consign (trv) to give something to another
410 consign (v) to hand something over or to set something apart
411 consternation (n)
a great fear or shock causing helplessness
412 continence (n) moderation, abstinence or self-restraint
413 contumely (n)an act or statement that offends someone's pride or sense of dignity; harsh treatment
414 conviction (n) a strong belief in something, or a determination
415 convivial (adj) being fun-loving, festive or joyful
416 cornucopia (n) abundance or a large amount of something
417 correlation (n) a relationship between two things
418 cow (v) to make one timid by filling with fear or to frighten
419 cower (v) to shrink or tremble from fear
420 coy (adj) behaving in a shy manner, hesitant to reveal information. it also means to be flirtatious
421 craven (adj) very cowardly or fearful
422 credulous (adj) tending to believe too readily, or easily convinced
423 crestfallen (adj) disappointed, disheartened or feeling low
424 cultivate (v) to grow crops or prepare the soil for growing something; to nurture
425 cynosure (n) a person or a thing that is the center of attention
426 dabble (v) to do something lightly, superficially, or not seriously
427 dapper (adj) very neatly and fashionably dressed
428 debase (v) to lower in value, quality, character or dignity
429 debauch (v) to corrupt, or lead away from morals
430 debilitate (v) to weaken, to sicken or to harm
431 decimate (trv) to destroy something thoroughly
432 delirious (adj)suffering from extreme mental excitement or being extremely confused
433 deluge (n) an overwhelming amount of something
434 demote (v) to reduce to a lower grade or rank
435 denounce (v) to speak out against or to condemn
436 deride (v) to laugh at or make fun of someone or something
437 derivative (adj) created from another source or unoriginal
438 descry (v) to look over or to discover by searching hard
439 deter (v) to prevent, to discourage, or to keep from doing something
440 devoid (adj) empty or lacking
441 dialect (n) a regional or a socially distinct variety of a language
442 diatribe (n) a harsh verbal attack, sharp criticism or rant
443 dichotomy (n) a division into two parts, groups, or halves
444 diction (n) a way of speaking, including choice of words, pronunciation, and so on
445 dictum (n) an authoritative pronouncement; a popular saying
446 diffident (adj) being shy or lacking self-confidence
447 diffuse (adj) scattered across a wide area, broadly distributed
448 dilettante (n) an amateur, usually in connection with the arts
449 diligent (adj) tending to do something with careful and steady effort
450 din (n) very loud noise or confusing sounds
451 discord (n) disagreement or conflict; it can also means a harsh noise
452 discourse (n)a formal discussion about a subject, like a speech, sermon, or long written work
453 distend (v) to grow larger, to expand
454 diverse (adj) varied and different
455 doctrine (n) a body of teachings in a branch of knowledge or belief system
456 doff (v) to take off clothes; it also means to lift a hat in a greeting
457 dolt (n) someone who is stupid or dense
458 don (v) to put on a garment or other item of clothing
459 dossier (n) a file, usually documents or records about someone
460 dotard (n) an old or feeble person, often one who is foolish
461 drawl (v) to speak slowly, especially by drawing out the vowels
462 droll (adj) amusing in an odd way
463 dross (n)the waste or impurities removed from refined metal; inferior or a trivial matter
464 eccentric (adj) unusual or extraordinary
465 edifying (adj) enlightening, uplifting, instructive and inspiring
466 efficacious (adj) producing a desired effect or having the intended result
467 elaborate (adj) developed in great detail
468 elucidate (v) to make clear or to explain effectively
469 emanate (v) to derive or to originate
470 embellish (v)to decorate or improve using small details; it also means to add imaginary details to a story
471 emend (v) to correct text, usually a scholarly text
472 emollient (adj)something or someone who has a calming effect; it can also refer to avoiding an argument
473 emollient (n) something that soothes the skin, like a lotion or cream
474 emulate (v) to try to equal by imitating or copying
475 encomium (n) formal praise
476 endeavor (n) a difficult effort, a tough challenge
477 endemic (adj) native to a particular area
478 engaging (adj) attractive or pleasant
479 ensign (n) a banner or a flag. it also means a navy officer
480 epigram (n) a short poem or statement that's clever or amusing
481 epistemology (n)
the philosophical study of knowledge itself
482 epitaph (n)an inscription on a tomb or gravestone in memory of the person buried there
483 eschew (v) to give up or avoid something
484 esoteric (adj) understood by only a few
485 esprit (n) liveliness of mind and expression
486 espy (v) to see from a distance or to spy something far away
487 estrange (v)to turn one's affections away from another person; it also means to remove or to keep apart
488 euphemism (n)a mild-sounding word or phrase to describe something that's actually much worse
489 exegesis (n)the interpretation of a text; explanation of religious, legal or literary work
490 exemplar (n) a model, something deserving to be imitated
491 exhaustive (adj) leaving nothing out, covering every detail
492 exhort (v) to urge with strong advice or warning
493 existential (adj) related to existence
494 expound (v) to explain in great detail, to discuss at length
495 extirpate (trv) to destroy or get rid of something
496 extol (v) to praise highly or admire
497 facilitate (trv) to enable something or make it easier
498 fathom (v) to understand thoroughly or to measure the depth of something
499 feign (v) to pretend, imagine, or make up such as a story or excuse
500 fetter (v) to chain or tie up., to restrict
501 fickle (adj) changeable in interest, loyalty, affection, etc
502 filibuster (v)to prevent a bill from being passed by delaying a vote with long speeches
503 fledgling (adj) new or inexperienced
504 flourish (v) to grow in a healthy way, to thrive, or to succeed
505 fluke (n) a chance occurrence, usually in a positive way
506 forestall (v) to prevent or hinder by doing something ahead of time
507 forfeit (trv) to give up or lose the use of something
508 frivolous (adj) of little value or importance
509 fulminate (v) to explode suddenly or violently; it also means to shout forth criticism
510 fusillade (n) a number of shots fired, usually at the same time
511 futile (adj) that which could not succeed despite great effort
512 gaffe (n) a blunder or a mistake which results in an awkward situation
513 garish (adj) tastelessly showy
514 garrulous (adj) talkative and irritating
515 gauche (adj) crude or lacking grace
516 genesis (n) the beginning of something; it also refers to the first book of the bible
517 geniality (n) extreme niceness, kindliness or friendliness
518 germane (adj) to the point, relevant
519 girder (n)a large support beam, usually supporting the framework of a building or a bridge
520 gist (n) the main point of something, the essence or substance
521 glib (adj) speaking without thinking or concern; to speak casually
522 gloat (v) to show mean-spirited happiness, to be happy about someone's bad luck or misfortune
523 glutton (n) a greedy eater, or someone who has a large capacity to absorb
524 gouge (trv) to cut or scoop out
525 gourmand (n) a lover of good food, often to excess
526 grandiose (adj) grand or affectedly grand
527 grapple (v) to struggle with or hold on tightly to something
528 grievance (n)a cause for a complaint, or displeasure from a feeling of having been wronged
529 grill (v) to question relentlessly; it also means to cook over a flame
530 grovel (v) to plead, beg or act humbly in a false way
531 gruff (adj) very rude; it can also mean harsh, as a voice
532 guileless (adj) naive or straightforward
533 gullible (adj) naive, easily deceived or cheated
534 gustatory (adj) related to the sense of taste
535 hap (n) fortune or an occurrence
536 harangue (n) a long, blustering speech or a rant
537 harry (v) to assault or to annoy with repeated attacks
538 heckler (n) someone who continuously interrupts, taunts or harasses someone else
539 hedonistic (adj) one who is self-indulgent, seeking pleasure and avoiding pain
540 hegemony (n)a predominant influence or dominance of one group or state over another
541 heresy (n)a belief that is opposed to the orthodox or established views and opinions
542 hermetic (adj) totally sealed; enclosed
543 heterodoxy (n) being outside of the accepted belief or established doctrine
544 hierarchy (n) an organization with people or things arranged in different ranks
545 hieroglyphics (n)ancient egyptian writing, usually in the form of pictures
546 histrionic (adj) overly dramatic or over-acting
547 hoard (v) to store something away for future use without sharing it
548 hoary (adj) gray with age, very old
549 homeopathy (n)a system of medical treatment where some diseases can be cured by giving healthy patients small doses of drugs that would produce symptoms like those in the disease
550 hypothesis (n) an educated guess
551 hypothetical (adj)
based on an unproven theory
552 iconoclast (n) someone who attacks others' religious beliefs or images
553 impartial (adj) not favoring anyone; without prejudice
554 impasse (n) a deadlock, a road with no exit
555 implacable (adj) unable to be eased or appeased
556 imply (v) to suggest without saying so directly
557 improvident (adj)
failing to provide for the future; incautious
558 inborn (adj) existing from birth, inherited
559 incongruous (adj)
lacking harmony or agreement, or being absurd
560 indelible (adj) permanent, lasting or unforgettable
561 indolence (n) disliking or avoiding work; idleness, laziness
562 indomitable (adj)
not easily defeated or discouraged, or invincible
563 ineluctable (adj) inescapable, something that can't be avoided
564 inevitable (adj) that which cannot be avoided, certain to happen
565 iniquitous (adj) grossly improper, unjust or wicked
566 innate (adj) existing naturally, often from birth
567 inscrutable (adj) difficult to understand, unreadable
568 insular (adj) standing alone or isolated; it also means provincial and narrow-minded
569 interregnum (n) a period of time or break between two successive governments
570 intimate (n) someone who is a close friend
571 intractable (adj) hard to manage or stubborn
572 inured (adj) being used to something difficult or painful
573 invective (n) an insult or sharp and nasty criticism
574 inveigle (v)to persuade someone with kind words, to flatter to get something you want
575 invidious (adj) extremely unpleasant or offensive
576 invigorate (v) to fill with energy or to enliven
577 inviolable (adj)secure from harm, safe from danger, or something that can't be crossed
578 invocation (n) request to god or spirit for help or protection
579 invulnerable (adj)
very secure, something that can't be hurt
580 iota (n) a very small amount, extremely small quantity
581 irascible (adj) easily angered or quick-tempered
582 irate (adj) angry or extremely upset
583 irreverence (n) disrespect
584 itinerant (adj) traveling around or migrant
585 jaded (adj) worn out; made insensitive by excess
586 jargon (n)refers to words or terms used by people in specific fields or occupations
587 jaundiced (adj) affected by negative feelings or being prejudiced or biased
588 jaunt (n) a short trip for pleasure
589 jaunty (adj) buoyantly self-confident or dapper
590 jettison (v)to throw overboard or to get rid of things so as to achieve stability in a vessel or aircraft
591 jingoist (n) someone who shows extreme nationalism
592 jocose (adj) playful or humorous
593 jollity (n) great happiness, merriness, and joy
594 jubilant (adj) triumphant or thrilled
595 judicious (adj) having good judgment or being balanced and wise
596 juggernaut (n)something with great power and force that destroys everything in its path
597 junta (n) a small group that rules a country after a revolution
598 jurisprudence (n)
the philosophy of law or the collected system of legal rulings
599 jut (v) to protrude or to stick out past the ordinary limit
600 juxtapose (v) to put things side by side to compare them
601 kernel (n) inner part of a seed or, more generally, the central part of something
602 killjoy (n) someone who ruins the fun
603 kindle (v) to build or light a fire, to inspire, or to become bright
604 kindred (adj) very much alike, having much in common or being related in some way
605 kleptomaniac (n)
someone who has the uncontrollable impulse to steal
606 knave (n) a villain, someone without decency or honesty
607 knell (n) the ominous sound of a bell or a signal of disaster
608 knoll (n) a small slope or incline, small hill
609 labyrinth (n) a maze or a confusing network of passages
610 laceration (n) a deep cut or wound
611 lachrymose (adj)causing or inclined to shed tears
612 lackluster (adj) lacking in brightness, energy or vitality
613 laconic (adj) brief with words, concise or something said with few words
614 laggard (n) one who is slow and falls behind or a slowpoke
615 lampoon (v) to make fun of or to mock
616 languish (v) to lose vigor and vitality, to become weak
617 languor (n) a lack of energy, lack of interest or spirit
618 lap (v) to drink liquid, usually by dipping it up with one's tongue
619 larceny (n) theft, robbery
620 larder (n) a place where food is stored, pantry
621 lassitude (n)feeling of being tired, or weariness of mind or body; it also means a condition of indifference
622 laudable (adj) worthy of being praised or honored
623 lavish (adj)occurring in great amounts; it also means generous in giving or spending
624 leaven (v) to lighten and/or cause to rise
625 leery (adj) cautious, skeptical or attentive
626 legerdemain (n) sleight of hand, trickery, or manipulation
627 lethargy (n) a great lack of energy, sluggishness or dullness
628 leverage (n)an increased means of accomplishing a purpose with increased influence
629 levitate (v) to hover or cause to rise and float in the air
630 levy (v) to issue a tax or fine, to demand payment for something
631 lexicographer (n)
one who writes or compiles a dictionary
632 liability (n) a disadvantage, drawback or unnecessary burden
633 libel (n) a false statement written out of a desire to damage someone's reputation
634 libretto (n) the words of an opera or similar musical composition
635 licentious (adj) immoral and improper, especially in regards to sexual activity
636 lilliputian (adj) tiny, extremely small
637 limber (adj) flexible or being able to bend one's body easily
638 limerick (n) a short humorous five-line poem
639 limpid (adj) perfectly clear, transparent, or unclouded
640 linchpin (n) a pin that attaches the wheel to the axle; it also means a vital element
641 lineage (n) a line of descendants or members of the same group or family
642 liniment (n) a soothing liquid or gel that's rubbed on injured skin
643 lionize (v) to treat a person as a celebrity
644 lissome (adj) having a flexible body, athletic
645 lithe (adj) being easily bendable or flexible
646 litigant (n) someone involved in a lawsuit
647 loll (v) to lean or lounge in a relaxed manner
648 lugubrious (adj) deeply sad and gloomy in an exaggerated way
649 lumen (n) a unit of measure for the flow of light
650 mace (n)an ancient weapon with a spiked ball on one end, also a ceremonial staff
651 macerate (v) to soften or break down into parts, usually by soaking in a liquid
652 machinations (n)secret plots or schemes, usually with evil intent
653 madrigal (n) a short, poetic song for 2-3 voices, with no music
654 maelstrom (n) a large whirlpool or a confused or disorderly state of things
655 magnanimous (adj)
very generous and kind
656 malapropism (n) a comical or embarrassing misuse of words
657 malcontent (adj) someone who is discontented or rebellious
658 malediction (n) a curse, cruel words
659 malefactor (n) someone who does harm, a bad person, like a criminal
660 malevolent (adj) wishing harm to someone, showing ill will or mean-spirited
661 malfeasance (n) wrongdoing or misconduct, specially by a public figure
662 malicious (adj) having or showing ill will, wicked
663 malleable (adj)able to be hammered, pounded, or pressed into shapes without breaking
664 mandate (n) an authoritative command or order
665 manifest (v) to make clear or evident, to reveal, or to appear
666 manifesto (n)a public declaration of motives and intentions by a government, person, or group
667 manumit (v) to set free, as from slavery
668 marginal (adj) being on the outer or lower limits, borderline
669 marquee (n) refers to the area that hangs over the entrance of a theater
670 martial (adj) warlike or military
671 martinet (n) someone who is strict or who sticks to the rules
672 masochist (adj)one who receives pleasure from being dominated, mistreated, or hurt physically
673 matriarch (n)a woman who rules her family or tribe; it can also mean a highly respected elderly woman
674 maudlin (adj) overly emotional, sappy
675 maul (v) to injure by beating or tearing
676 maverick (n)someone who takes an independent stand; it can also mean a wild, unbranded animal that has strayed
677 mawkish (adj) emotional to the point of being unpleasant
678 meander (v) to take a winding or aimless course
679 meddlesome (adj)
being inclined to interfere or tamper with something or someone
680 medley (n) a diverse mix, a jumble of things
681 meek (adj) submissive, lacking initiatives; mild in nature
682 melee (n) a fight involving several people, a chaotic battle or brawl
683 mellifluous (adj) like honey, sweet and smooth
684 menagerie (n)a collection of wild or exotic animals kept for exhibition; or an unusual and varied group
685 mendicant (n) a person who lives by begging
686 menial (adj) fit for servants, basic, or low
687 mercenary (adj)working for payment only or motivated by a desire for money, especially a soldier paid to serve in a foreign military
688 mesmerize (v) to hypnotize, captivate, or spellbind
689 metaphor (n) a word or phrase that draws a comparison between two unlike things
690 metaphysical (adj)
abstract or related to philosophical discussions around reality, truth and being etc
691 metaphysics (n)the branch of philosophy that seeks to explain the nature of being or reality
692 meticulous (adj) extremely or excessively careful about details
693 mettle (n) an inherent quality of character or courage
694 miasma (n) a poisonous atmosphere, sickening air or something like it
695 microcosm (n) a little world, miniature
696 migratory (adj) relates to animals or other creatures that move from place to place
697 milieu (n) cultural and social surroundings, environment
698 mimic (trv) to imitate or copy something else
699 minion (n) an employee, hireling, or subordinate
700 minutiae (n) small or relatively unimportant details
701 mirth (n) joyfulness or merriment, especially when characterized by laughter
702 misanthrope (n) someone who hates other people
703 miscellany (n) a miscellaneous collection or assortment
704 misdemeanor (n)
any minor offense for which the punishment is typically a fine or short imprisonment
705 modicum (n) a small amount, a bit
706 modulate (v) to change or to tone down
707 mollycoddle (n) an excessively pampered boy
708 molt (v) to shed an outer covering, such as skin, feathers, etc
709 monastic (adj) secluded and simple, often monk-like
710 monolithic (adj) massive, solid and uniform in appearance
711 montage (n) combining several elements (especially images) into one composition
712 moratorium (n) an authorized suspension or stopping of some specific activity
713 morbid (adj)gruesome or preoccupied with death. it can also mean extremely unhealthy
714 mores (n)actions, behaviors, or manners that are socially accepted without question
715 moribund (adj) dying or coming to an end
716 morose (adj) miserable, sad or gloomy
717 mortician (n)someone who works with dead bodies and prepares them for burial or cremation
718 mortify (v) to degrade or to cause to feel shame or humiliation
719 mosaic (n)art made with small bits of material like stone or glass to form a larger image
720 mote (n) a small speck, usually of dirt or dust, a fragment
721 motif (n) a theme or subject that appears in an artistic work
722 motley (adj) containing a great variety such as being multi-colored
723 mottled (adj) spotted
724 multiform (adj) having different shapes or different kinds, diverse
725 munificent (adj) willing to give, feeling selfless and generous
726 musty (adj) a stale smell or being outdated
727 myriad (n) variety, a great number of things
728 natty (adj) excessively neat and fashionable
729 neologism (n) a new word or a new way of speaking
730 neonate (n) a newborn child
731 neutral (adj) not taking part in either side of a dispute or quarrel, or a war
732 niggling (adj)being overly concerned with or requiring great attention to small details
733 nirvana (n) a state of bliss, state of perfect calm or peace
734 noisome (adj) disgusting, offensive, gross, or harmful
735 nonplus (v) to confuse or to puzzle
736 nostrum (n) a medicine of questionable value
737 novel (adj) new and unusual, especially being the first of its kind, unique
738 noxious (adj) harmful, upsetting or causing damage
739 nullity (n) a state of nothingness or something that is not valid
740 nuptial (adj) related to a marriage ceremony
741 obeisance (n) a gesture showing honor or respect
742 obfuscation (n) something that causes confusion, unclear
743 oblique (adj) indirect or not straightforward
744 obstreperous (adj)
noisy, unruly, or hard to control
745 obtuse (adj)lacking in insight or intellect, or slow to comprehend; it also means not sharp or pointed
746 obviate (v) to make unnecessary
747 officious (adj) overly eager to serve or to advise, usually in a bossy way
748 ogle (v) to look at with great attention, often in an sexual way
749 ominous (adj) threatening or suggesting something bad is on the way
750 operetta (n) a light, amusing opera with spoken dialogue
751 opus (n) a musical composition or literary work
752 oracular (adj) being like an oracle, offering wisdom that seems to come from god
753 oratory (n) ability to speak well in public
754 ordinate (adj) the arrangement of things in regular rows
755 ornithologist (n) a scientist who studies birds
756 ovation (n) a long round of applause, lengthy cheers
757 overt (adj) clearly evident or obvious
758 overwrought (adj)
overworked or fatigued; it can also mean very nervous or excited
759 paean (n) a song or a few words of praise or tribute
760 palatable (adj) agreeable to the taste
761 palliate (v) to bring some relief or comfort
762 pallid (adj) unusually pale, weak, or lacking intensity or spirit
763 palpitate (v) to beat rapidly, especially one's heart
764 paltry (adj) extremely small and worthless
765 pan (v) to criticize severely
766 panache (n) having a lot of style and flair
767 pander (v)to give satisfaction to someone, often in order to gain something yourself
768 panegyric (n) statements of great appreciation, usually very formal
769 pantomime (n) a performance that contains no words, only actions and gestures
770 paradigm (n) a model or a set of beliefs
771 paragon (n) an example of excellence, a positive model
772 paraphernalia (n)
equipment or apparatus
773 pariah (n)someone who is cast out of a group or someone who is hated and avoided
774 parochial (adj) related to a local church; it also means narrow or limited in scope
775 peccadillo (n) a minor or petty offense, or a slight fault
776 peerless (adj) without equals, superior to everything, champion
777 penury (n) severe poverty
778 perennial (n) a plant that lives all seasons or for several years
779 perfunctory (adj)mechanical, unthinking, having little interest
780 perplex (trv) to confuse or puzzle
781 perquisite (n) a special privilege, or perk
782 pious (adj) having or showing religious devotion
783 pluck (v) to pick or pull on something
784 preclude (trv) to make something impossible, usually in advance, shut out
785 precursor (n) something that comes before
786 predilection (n) having a preference or liking for someone or something
787 preen (v) to groom oneself excessively
788 prelude (n) the introduction to a main event, performance, or action
789 prodigal (n) a person who wastes his money and means
790 profuse (adj) plentiful or generous
791 prompt (trv) to cause something to happen, provoke or trigger
792 propensity (n) a natural tendency to something, inclination or bias
793 propriety (n) the quality of being proper, acceptable, or decent
794 provocative (adj)
stimulating, as in provoking an action, thought, or feeling
795 purist (n) one who follows strict, often formal, rules and observances
796 putrefy (v) to spoil, to become rotten
797 quack (n)someone who pretends to have knowledge or skill that he or she does not really have
798 quagmire (n) a difficult position; it can also mean wet, boggy ground
799 quaint (adj) charmingly old-fashioned or unusual in character
800 quandary (n) an uncertain and confusing situation or position
801 quarantine (n)an isolation or restriction placed upon individuals or things so to stop a disease from spreading
802 quasi (adj)having some similarities; it is often hyphenated as a prefix to a noun, adjective, or adverb
803 queasy (adj) causing or being affected by nausea or feeling discomfort
804 quell (v) to put an end to or to quiet something
805 quiescent (adj) to become quiet or still
806 quintessence (n)the pure, concentrated essence of anything or the most perfect quality of a thing
807 quirk (n) a peculiar trait or mannerism; it can also mean a sudden twist or turn
808 quixotic (adj) extravagantly romantic, or foolishly idealistic or unrealistic
809 quizzical (adj) odd, comical, or puzzling
810 quorum (n)the minimum number of members required to be present at a meeting before it can validly conduct business
811 rabid (adj) fanatical, violent, or extremely expressive
812 raconteur (n) a person skilled at telling stories and anecdotes
813 ramification (n)the result, effect, or consequence derived from an action, statement, decision, etc
814 ramify (v) to divide or spread out into branches or branchlike divisions
815 rampant (adj)spreading or growing uncontrollably; it also means being violent in action, speech, or manner
816 rampart (n) an elevated fortification and protection
817 rapacious (adj) taking by force or living on captured prey
818 rapport (n) a close relationship or agreement; a friendship
819 rapt (adj) carried away by or completely absorbed
820 raspy (adj) harsh, irritable or rough
821 ratify (v) to approve or confirm in an official manner
822 rationale (n) the basis for something; such as a statement or explanation of reasons
823 rationalize (v)to try to explain something that does not really have a sensible explanation
824 ravel (v) to separate or untwist, or to tangle; it can also mean to make clear, or to confuse
825 ravenous (adj) greedily or wildly hungry; it can also mean very eager
826 raze (v) to tear down completely or to level to the ground
827 reactionary (adj)marked by or pertaining to an extreme reaction, usually one that is conservative or right-wing
828 realm (n)a kingdom, area, or region; it can also mean a sphere involving particular beliefs, entities, etc
829 reaper (n)a machine or person who cuts with a scythe or sickle or who gathers by cutting
830 rebuff (v) to refuse bluntly, to reject, or to repulse
831 recalcitrant (adj)refusing to obey authority, customs or regulations; stubborn
832 recant (v) to take back something one has said
833 receptive (adj) open to new ideas or things, favorable, or welcoming
834 recession (n)the act of going back or withdrawing; it can also refer to a temporary downturn in the economy
835 recidivism (n) a relapse, often into crime or antisocial behavior
836 reciprocate (v) to give or feel in return for a favor or a feeling
837 reclaim (v) to regain possession of something
838 recluse (n) someone who lives a secluded life, apart from society
839 reconcile (v) to make friendly again or to settle a dispute or disagreement
840 recondite (adj) beyond the grasp of the ordinary mind or understanding
841 recourse (n) assistance or a method of obtaining assistance
842 recrimination (n)a countercharge or the act of making a similar accusation toward another
843 rectify (v) to put or set right or to correct
844 rectitude (n) conduct according to moral character and uprightness of character
845 recumbent (adj) leaning, lying down or reclining
846 recuperate (v)to recover or get back to health or strength; it can also mean to recover financial losses
847 recurrent (adj) appearing or occurring again and again or periodically
848 redeem (v) to buy back, to get back, or to recover
849 redoubtable (adj)
commanding respect or fearsome
850 redress (n) compensation for a wrong-doing
851 referendum (n) a vote or submitting to a vote
852 refractory (adj)hard to manage, uncontrollable, or disobedient, usually said of a person or animal
853 refrain (v) to hold back or keep oneself from something
854 refurbish (v) to brighten, to renovate, or polish up
855 regale (v) to entertain lavishly, especially with a pleasant feast
856 regeneration (n) renewal, rebirth or reformation
857 regimen (n)a regulated system of doing something, often of diet and exercise for maintaining or improving one's health
858 rehabilitate (v)to restore or put back into good condition, often to a normal state of health or activity
859 reimburse (v)to pay back money spent or to compensate a person for expenses, damages, or losses
860 relegate (trv) to assign to a lower order of or to a lower position; demote
861 relic (n) a keepsake from the past, something which has survived deterioration
862 relinquish (v)to surrender something owned, or to give up or to abandon something, such as a plan
863 remediable (adj) that which can be cured, healed, or set right
864 remission (n) a lessening or disappearance of symptoms of a disease
865 remonstrance (n)
the act or instance of protest or complaint
866 remorse (n) a deep sense of guilt or regret felt over doing wrong
867 renaissance (n) a rebirth, revival or transformation
868 render (v)to give, to hand over, or to deliver; it can also mean to depict, as in a drawing
869 renegade (n)someone who abandons a movement, or a group which has specific principles, and become its opposer
870 renege (v) to back out of an agreement or fail to keep a promise
871 renovate (v) to make fresh, whole, or sound again
872 repeal (v)to withdraw officially or formally, or to call back; it can also mean to abolish
873 reprisal (n) inflicting injury on someone for a previous insult
874 reproach (trv) to blame someone for a fault, to accuse or scold
875 requiem (n)a mass for a deceased person or the musical setting for the mass; it can also mean a farewell to someone
876 rescind (v) to revoke or cancel
877 reside (v) to live somewhere
878 resilient (adj)springing back into shape, or quickly recover one's strength or spirits
879 resolute (adj) showing or having a fixed purpose
880 resound (v) to make a loud noise
881 resplendent (adj)
shining brightly
882 resurrection (n) the state of having risen from the dead or inactivity;
883 retard (v) to slow something down, or to delay
884 reticent (adj) silent, uncommunicative or quiet
885 retinue (n)a group of assistants, followers or servants attending a person of importance
886 retiring (adj) withdrawn, shy, reserved
887 rift (n) an opening or break caused by a split
888 rind (n) a hard outer layer on food
889 rout (v) to defeat overwhelmingly; it also means to dig up or poke around
890 routine (n) a regular pattern that is followed, or a habitual activity
891 rue (v) to feel sorrow about or regret something
892 saccharine (adj) containing or producing sugar, or being too sweet or sugary
893 saga (n) a lengthy story or narrative
894 scabbard (n) a case for a sword
895 scotch (trv) to put an end to or to crush
896 scourge (n)a whip, a method of inflicting harsh punishment, or a cause of widespread suffering
897 scrutinize (v) to look at very closely or to inspect
898 selfdeprecating (adj)
apologetic, tending to undervalue oneself
899 serrated (adj) having saw-like notches along the edge
900 shunt (v) to shift something from one track or path to another
901 simper (v) to smile in a silly way
902 skeptical (adj) not easily persuaded or convinced
903 skiff (n) a light, open boat usually propelled by oars or a sail
904 sneer (v) to show dislike and be disrespectful of something
905 solicit (trv) to ask for or to request, usually in earnest, to plead
906 somatic (adj) relating to the body or physical
907 sonata (n) a piece of classical music for one instrument
908 stationary (adj) not moving or progressing, inactive
909 steadfast (adj) being firm, constant or loyal
910 stickler (n) someone who is insistent about something
911 stoke (v) to add fuel to a fire
912 stolid (adj) solemn, with little emotion
913 stratagem (n) a clever plan
914 stratify (v) to arrange in layers
915 striated (adj) marked by grooves or stripes; it can also mean hollow or empty
916 stringent (adj) rigid, controlled or strict
917 subdue (v) to conquer and control
918 subliminal (adj) below the threshold of consciousness
919 successive (adj) following one after another in sequence
920 succumb (v) to yield to something stronger
921 suffragist (n) an activist for voting rights
922 sultry (adj) very hot and humid
923 supercilious (adj)
full of pride or arrogance
924 supplant (v) to replace or substitute, especially by force or treachery
925 supposition (n) a guess, hypothesis or a theory
926 surrogate (n) to be a substitute for something
927 surveillance (n) a close watch over someone or something
928 svelte (adj) elegantly slim or slender
929 sycophant (n) a person who seeks favor by flattering people of wealth or power
930 systemic (adj) relating to the body as a whole
931 tangible (adj) that which can be touched or felt by touch
932 tantalize (v) to tease with something out of reach
933 tarantula (n) a large, hairy spider
934 tarry (v) to be late in doing something
935 temporal (adj) ordinary rather than spiritual
936 tendentious (adj)
biased in a certain way, partisan
937 tentative (adj)hesitant or cautious; it can also mean something done as an experiment
938 tether (v) to tie something or someone to something
939 timorous (adj) timid and fearful
940 toady (n) someone who flatters in the hopes of gaining something
941 tout (v) to talk about and promote something
942 tractable (adj) easily managed, taught, or controlled
943 trajectory (n) the curved path of something moving through air
944 transcendent (adj)
far beyond normal limits
945 transcribe (v) to write out or type out in full; it can also mean to translate
946 transgression (n)
the act of breaking the law, a command, etc. or going beyond limits and boundaries
947 transitional (adj) characteristic of change; in the process of change or modulation
948 trappings (n)items worn for decoration, particularly on a horse's gear, or outward indications of something
949 travail (n) hard physical exertion or agony
950 trepidation (n) fearful uncertainty or anxiety
951 trinket (n) something small with little value
952 triumvirate (n) a ruling body of three
953 trough (n)a long, narrow, open container, often for holding water or food or for washing something
954 truism (n) a statement, the truth of which is well-known or obvious
955 tryst (n) a secret meeting between lovers
956 turpitude (n) an instance of moral corruption or wickedness
957 tutelage (n) guardianship or sponsorship
958 tycoon (n) a very wealthy businessman
959 tyranny (n) an oppressive or unjust rule or government
960 ubiquitous (adj) appearing to be everywhere simultaneously
961 ulterior (adj) beyond what is openly said or indicated
962 unanimity (n) a complete agreement or united opinion
963 unassailable (adj)
something which cannot be attacked or assaulted successfully; it also means unquestionable or certain
964 unbridled (adj) unrestrained or uncontrolled, wild
965 uncanny (adj) supernatural, unusual or exciting wonder
966 undermine (v) to injure, weaken, or impair, especially by subtle means
967 underwrite (v) to agree to or show support for by signing one's name
968 unfrock (v)to remove or to deprive the rank, function, or authority of a priest or minister
969 unilateral (adj) involving or affecting one side or only one of several persons or parties
970 unimpeachable (adj)
that which cannot be questioned, doubted, or discredited
971 uninhibited (adj) behavior that is free from social or moral restraints
972 unkempt (adj) tangled, uncombed, or messy
973 unlettered (adj) not having a good education
974 unmitigated (adj)
absolute, definite
975 unobtrusive (adj)
inconspicuous, not readily noticeable
976 unpalatable (adj)
unpleasant to the taste, or disagreeable
977 unprecedented (adj)
having no precedent or parallel, being unheard of, unique
978 unravel (v) to untangle or separate; it can also mean to solve
979 unremitting (adj)
constant, never stopping
980 unrequited (adj) not returned in the same way or to the same degree
981 unscathed (adj) unharmed or safe from being injured
982 unseemly (adj) offensive, not in good taste
983 unwieldy (adj) difficult to hold or move because of shape, weight, or bulk
984 upright (adj) standing erect; it can also mean honest and just
985 upstart (n)someone of humble background who has risen suddenly to power or importance
986 usury (n) the act of lending money at an high, illegal interest rate
987 uxorious (adj) excessively devoted or submissive to one's wife
988 vagary (n) an odd or unexpected idea or a flight of fancy
989 vagrant (n) a person who wanders from place to place, or a homeless person
990 valedictory (adj) expressing a farewell
991 vanguard (n) people leading a movement
992 vantage (n)an advantage in a conflict or competition, or a position which provides an advantage
993 vehement (adj) acting or moving with great force or strong passion
994 venturesome (adj)
inclined to take risks or involving risks
995 verisimilitude (n)
a realistic appearance
996 versatile (adj) able to do different things
997 vertigo (n) dizziness
998 vespertine (adj) relating to or happening in the evening
999 vestige (n) an almost invisible trace of something
1000 vexation (n) something that causes annoyance or distress
1001 vexatious (adj) annoying or troublesome
1002 viable (adj) capable of living or likely to succeed
1003 vicissitude (n) the quality of being changeable; a variation in the course of things
1004 vie (v) to strive for victory or compete
1005 vilify (v) to criticize harshly or to defame
1006 vindicate (v) to clear from criticism, blame, guilt, or suspicion
1007 viper (n) a venomous snake; it can also describe a malicious or treacherous person
1008 virile (adj) strong, muscular, or being like an adult male
1009 virtual (adj) seeming real in effect or essence
1010 virulent (adj) full of hate, or extremely poisonous or deadly
1011 voluptuous (adj) amply sensual and beautiful
1012 vulnerable (adj) unprotected, easily injured
1013 waggish (adj) funny or humorous
1014 waive (v) to give up, reject or dismiss
1015 wallow (v) to move around in a lazy way
1016 wanton (adj) to be out of control
1017 wary (adj) to be cautious and watchful
1018 wastrel (n) someone who wastes money, like a spendthrift
1019 waver (v) to vacillate or show indecision; to go back and forth
1020 wax (v) to grow larger or more numerous in a gradual way; it can also mean to speak or express oneself
1021 whet (v) to sharpen by rubbing or friction
1022 whim (n) a sudden notion, idea, or desire; an impulse
1023 wily (adj) clever or crafty
1024 windfall (n) an unexpected fortune, unearned gain
1025 winnow (v) to get rid of something unwanted
1026 winsome (adj) pleasing and engaging, childishly charming
1027 wistful (adj) expressing vague longings or having desires tinged with sadness
1028 withdrawn (adj) detached and unresponsive
1029 withhold (v) to keep something back
1030 wizardry (n) the art or practice of magic
1031 worldly (adj) of this world, not spiritual
1032 writhe (v) to twist or bend and roll around, usually in pain
1033 wry (adj) twisted or distorted; it can also mean dry and ironic
1034 yoke (v) to harness an animal; it also means to join together
1035 zany (adj) comical, funny, and crazy
1036 zealot (n) a person who is a fanatic, or who is extreme or in his/her enthusiasm
1037 zealous (adj) showing extreme enthusiasm or devotion
1038 zeitgeist (n) the outlook, trends and characteristics of a specific period
1039 zodiacal (adj) relating to the zodiac, astrological
1040 zoophagous (adj)
meat-eating or carnivorous
